IRCTC Website Revamp: New Launch By July 15

A significantly upgraded Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) website is slated for public launch by July 15, as confirmed by Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The announcement followed an interaction with students at Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur, where passengers' long-standing issues with the current website were highlighted.

Students directly conveyed their frustrations regarding the IRCTC captcha system and frequent website outages, particularly during high-demand periods like Tatkal bookings. In response, the minister contacted a railway official, emphasizing the need for a new website. This commitment addresses a critical need, as approximately 88% of train tickets are now booked online, making the website's performance crucial for millions of travelers.

Previously, IRCTC had also implemented an AI-based monitoring system in its base kitchens, linking over 800 kitchens with 2,394 AI cameras to ensure food hygiene on trains and at stations. This system monitors food preparation processes for anomalies, aiming to maintain quality standards.