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Does railways provide compensation for natural deaths on trains? Here's what the rules say | IN PICS

Indian Railways offers compensation for accidents leading to fatalities during train travel, but what about natural deaths on trains? Let's explore the official guidelines regarding compensation for natural causes of death while travelling.

nitin-kumar Edited By: Nitin Kumar @Niitz1 [Updated: January 15, 2025 18:05 IST]
  • Millions of passengers travel daily across India using Indian Railways, with thousands of trains running to cater to the needs of travelers.
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    Millions of passengers travel daily across India using Indian Railways, with thousands of trains running to cater to the needs of travelers.
  • Train journeys in India are often considered comfortable and convenient, making trains the preferred mode of transport for long-distance travel.
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    Train journeys in India are often considered comfortable and convenient, making trains the preferred mode of transport for long-distance travel.
  • While train travel is generally regarded as safe, unfortunate accidents do sometimes occur, leading to fatalities.
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    While train travel is generally regarded as safe, unfortunate accidents do sometimes occur, leading to fatalities.
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  • When a death happens due to an accident on a train, Indian Railways typically offers compensation to the victim’s family.
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    When a death happens due to an accident on a train, Indian Railways typically offers compensation to the victim’s family.
  • However, the question arises: What happens if someone passes away due to natural causes while traveling on a train? Does Indian Railways provide compensation in such cases? Let’s take a look at the rules regarding this matter.
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    However, the question arises: What happens if someone passes away due to natural causes while traveling on a train? Does Indian Railways provide compensation in such cases? Let’s take a look at the rules regarding this matter.
  • According to Indian Railways’ guidelines, if a passenger’s death occurs due to an incident where the railway is found responsible, compensation is provided.
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    According to Indian Railways’ guidelines, if a passenger’s death occurs due to an incident where the railway is found responsible, compensation is provided.
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  • However, if a passenger dies naturally during the journey, for example, while sitting in their seat or due to an illness, no compensation is offered by the railway.
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    However, if a passenger dies naturally during the journey, for example, while sitting in their seat or due to an illness, no compensation is offered by the railway.
  • Additionally, if a passenger’s death occurs because of their own mistake, such as falling while trying to board the train in haste, no compensation is given in such situations either.
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    Additionally, if a passenger’s death occurs because of their own mistake, such as falling while trying to board the train in haste, no compensation is given in such situations either.
  • In summary, compensation is provided by Indian Railways only if the cause of death is linked to the railway’s negligence or fault. In such cases, a formal process must be followed to claim the compensation.
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    In summary, compensation is provided by Indian Railways only if the cause of death is linked to the railway’s negligence or fault. In such cases, a formal process must be followed to claim the compensation.
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