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Mumbai: Western Railway Gives Ticket Checkers Gear-Friendly Jackets With Dedicated Pockets For Electronic Equipment
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· October 6, 2026
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Key points The equipment includes hand-held terminals and electronic fare machines. Ticket checking staff have received specially designed gear to carry electronic devices.
Ticket checking staff have received specially designed gear to carry electronic devices. The equipment includes hand-held terminals and electronic fare machines. These items can be stored in dedicated pockets, making it easier for staff to access them. A headset arrangement is also provided, allowing for convenient operation of the devices.
The new gear is part of a pilot initiative. A limited number of jackets have been deployed to staff. The design aims to make ticket checking more efficient, particularly during intensive operations.
Further details about the initiative are available from the source. The new jackets are intended to improve the convenience of ticket checking staff while on duty.
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Published: October 6, 2026 ·
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