The Madras High Court has upheld the Indian Railways' rule restricting the use of sleeping berths in reserved coaches between 10 PM and 6 AM. Dismissing an appeal by a Chennai resident, the court said the rule ensures convenience for all passengers, including those allotted middle and upper berths.
Train travel rules: Madras High Court backs 10 PM–6 AM sleeping berth timings in reserved coaches; here’s why

The Madras High Court has upheld the Indian Railways' rule restricting the use of sleeping berths in reserved coaches between 10 PM and 6 AM. Dismissing an appeal by a Chennai resident, the court said the rule ensures convenience for all passengers, including those allotted middle and upper berths.
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- Train travel rules: Madras High Court backs 10 PM–6 AM sleeping berth timings in reserved coaches; here’s why.
- The Madras High Court has upheld the Indian Railways' rule restricting the use of sleeping berths in reserved coaches between 10 PM and 6 AM.
- Dismissing an appeal by a Chennai resident, the court said the rule ensures convenience for all passengers, including those allotted middle and upper berths.
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