Indian Railways will carry out a major system update on June 1, which will lead to a temporary shutdown of ticket booking services. The Passenger Reservation System (PRS) will be unavailable for approximately one hour. Passengers planning to book tickets are advised to schedule their bookings accordingly to avoid any inconvenience.
When will the booking services be closed?
The PRS services will be unavailable from 00:15 to 01:15 on June 1. During this specific one-hour window, passengers will not be able to book or reserve tickets through the system. The railway administration has requested passengers to be patient and cooperate during this technical transition.
Why is the system update being implemented?
This shutdown is necessary to implement several critical updates across the railway network. The key changes include:
- Integration of new reservation centres at Delhi PRS.
- Implementation of updates for the South Coast Railway.
- Application of system updates for new railway zones.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the exact timing of the PRS service shutdown?
The PRS services will remain unavailable on June 1 from 00:15 to 01:15, lasting for approximately one hour.
Which specific updates are being implemented by Indian Railways?
The update includes the addition of new reservation centres at Delhi PRS and the implementation of updates for the South Coast Railway and new railway zones.