CAG finds 89% of audited railway stations deficient in basic amenities
Of 512 stations audited, 458 stations were deficient in one or more minimum essential amenities, including fans, water coolers, drinking water taps, urinals, seating arrangements, platform shelters, latrines and clocks
A recent audit conducted by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India has found that 89% of the 512 passenger stations across Indian Railways are deficient in basic amenities. The audit, which included 325 non-Amrit Bharat stations, revealed issues such as inadequate fan and water cooler facilities, inadequate seating arrangements, and a lack of clocks at many stations.
Major terminals like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, Howrah, Sealdah, New Delhi and Mumbai Central were identified as having significant gaps in maintenance and monitoring of essential facilities. The audit also found that deficiencies in monitoring, enforcement, and accountability contributed to the persistent shortfalls.
Despite available resources and budget allocations, only 11% of the stations were found to have no shortfalls, indicating systemic gaps rather than isolated cases.
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