Supreme Court Flags Insufficient Budgetary Allocation to Railways, Says Common Man's Safety Important

The Supreme Court of India questioned Indian Railways on why accident insurance is available only for passengers buying tickets online, not for those purchasing physical tickets at counters.

Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and K Vinod Chandran highlighted this unfair difference, asking Additional Solicitor General Vikramjit Banerjee to explain.

The court reviewed a railway safety report and directed focus on fixing tracks and railway crossings first, as these are key to preventing accidents. It asked Railways to submit a detailed update with timelines on these safety steps and the insurance issue.

The matter is listed for January 13, 2026.

[UOI v. Radha Yadav]