50% Concession to accredited press correspondents

The Minister of Railways, Kumari Mamata Banerjee today announced a new method of concessions to be given to accredited press correspondents in the Railway Budget for 2009-10.

Under the new method instead of giving coupons, it is now proposed to issue photo identification cum credit card based on the certification by the Press Information Bureau and other competent State and local authorities. On production of this card the Press Correspondents would be able to get reservation done and also tickets issued from the PRS/UTS counters through this card. Kumari Mamata Banerjee said facilities would also be provided to get compact accommodation for both the Press Correspondents and their family members who are not availing this concession.

In addition, concession of 30% will be increased to 50% for accredited press correspondents and permission will be given for once a year to travel with spouse at 50% concession.

Source : Equity Bulls

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