Northern Railway dispels fake news regarding payment methods
The railway authorities urge passengers to remain vigilant and discerning when encountering such misinformation. Misleading information, particularly regarding essential services like transportation, can cause unnecessary confusion and inconvenience to passengers.
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In a bid to clarify misinformation circulating among passengers, Northern Railway took to Twitter to address a misleading news clip regarding payment methods. The railway authority shared a tweet cautioning passengers against false information and affirming the acceptance of various payment modes, including online transactions.
The tweet, captioned "Kind Attn Rail Passengers," was accompanied by a bilingual message, emphasising that the news clip in question was false and misleading. It urged travelers to pay heed to the clarification, reiterating the railway's acceptance of all forms of payments, including online transactions.
-: Kind Attn Rail Passengers :-
:Fake News:
This attached News Clip is false & misleading. Rly is accepting all kinds of payments including Online payments.
यात्रीगण कृपया ध्यान दें :
यह समाचार सही नहीं है। उत्तर रेलवे ऑनलाइन सहित अन्य सभी प्रकार से पेमेंट्स स्वीकार कर रही है। pic.twitter.com/olJ91R4MqU— Northern Railway (@RailwayNorthern) May 28, 2024
In a statement released by Northern Railway officials, it was emphasised that the transition to 100% digital payments does not imply the exclusion of cash transactions. The availability of online payment options is meant to provide passengers with added convenience, but cash payments continue to be accepted without any interruption.
The railway authorities urge passengers to remain vigilant and discerning when encountering such misinformation. Misleading information, particularly regarding essential services like transportation, can cause unnecessary confusion and inconvenience to passengers.
Northern Railway reaffirms its commitment to providing reliable and transparent services to passengers and advises against relying on unverified sources of information. Passengers are encouraged to refer to official announcements and channels for accurate updates regarding railway services and policies.
As the railway continues to adapt to digital advancements, it remains dedicated to ensuring accessibility and convenience for all passengers, regardless of their preferred mode of payment.
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