Budget 2026: Will the government restore senior citizen railway concessions? What we know so far
- Posted on January 29, 2026
- By Financial Express
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Budget 2026: Will the government restore senior citizen railway concessions? What we know so far

Will senior citizens get train fare discounts back? Indian Railways and the Finance Ministry are reportedly discussing the restoration of 40-50% concessions in Budget 2026. Learn about the eligibility criteria, the potential impact on millions of elderly travellers, and why this pandemic-era suspension might finally end.