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AP: 78 lakh unreserved tickets booked through ATVM in FY 2024-25

Vijayawada, June 4 (UNI) Vijayawada Railway Division in South Central Railway continues to enhance passenger convenience and promote digital initiatives with the successful operation of Automatic Ticket Vending Machines (ATVMs) across its network.

These user-friendly machines have significantly streamlined unreserved ticketing, enabling faster, contactless, and hassle-free travel for lakhs of daily commuters.

In a significant achievement, the Vijayawada Division has emerged as a frontrunner in ATVM utilisation. Presently,72 ATVMs are operational across 29 major railway stations, supported by 94 facilitators to assist passengers . As a result of continued awareness campaigns and improved accessibility, 33% (78,19,581) of the total (2,41,51,165) unreserved tickets in the Division were now booked through ATVMs .

Narendra A Patil, Divisional Railway Manager, Vijayawada Division congratulated passengers and staff alike on this achievement, stating. “The rise in ATVM ticketing is a clear sign of passengers embracing technology for a smoother travel experience. This initiative supports our broader vision of making Indian Railways smarter, faster, and more passenger-friendly. We will continue to innovate and improve digital access across all our stations,” he asserted. UNI DP SSP
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