Indian Railways has decided to make better use of the LSLRD coaches to help passengers who struggle to get confirmed tickets. A new booking class called ‘2H’ is being introduced for second sitting, which will add 6,000 extra seats every day across the country. This move aims to provide an affordable travel option for general passengers.
What is the new 2H booking class and how it works
The Railway Board issued an official order on July 3, 2026, signed by Sanjay Manocha, Director Passenger Marketing. Previously, certain parts of the LSLRD (Link Halfman Bush Second Class cum Luggage, Guard & Brake Van) coaches remained vacant due to software issues. Now, these areas will be available for booking under the ‘2H’ category. Each LSLRD coach will provide 31 to 32 seats at a very low fare.
Which trains will have this facility and when will it start
This facility will be available in fully reserved trains like the Duronto Express, including the Prayagraj-Mumbai Duronto. The Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) is currently updating the software to enable these bookings. Passengers can expect this service to start within the next three months, just in time for the festive season.
Provisions for Divyangjan and technical changes
The railway has ensured that the dedicated section for Divyangjan (persons with disabilities) will remain unchanged. They will continue to get special sleeper seats at regular sleeper class fares to ensure they get confirmed lower berths. The current software update is specifically designed to fix the technical gap that previously stopped general passengers from booking these seats.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| New Class Code | 2H (Second Sitting) |
| Additional Seats | 6,000 daily |
| Seats per Coach | 31 to 32 |
| Implementing Agency | CRIS |
| Expected Launch | Within 3 months |
| Target Trains | Duronto and fully reserved trains |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the 2H booking class in Indian Railways?
It is a new ‘Second Sitting’ class introduced in LSLRD coaches to provide affordable seating for general passengers in fully reserved trains.
When can passengers start booking 2H class tickets?
The software update by CRIS is in progress, and the facility is expected to be available within approximately three months.