Madras High Court Upholds Sleeping Berth Timings in Trains
The Madras High Court has upheld a rule that limits the use of sleeping berths in reserved train coaches to the hours between 10 PM and 6 AM. The court dismissed an appeal filed by a Chennai resident. It said the rule ensures convenience for all passengers, including those allotted middle berths.
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Context: Indian trains have long had three-tier coaches where upper and middle berths can be folded, and passengers in reserved coaches often share sleeping space at night. Rules on berth use are meant to limit disputes over seats during night rest hours.
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