From Queues to Clicks: Four Decades of Passenger Reservation in Indian Railways

India, Aug. 6 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

From queues to clicks, Indian Railways has transformed passenger reservations. Today, technology powers one of the world's largest public reservation systems. Continuous modernisation has made bookings faster and more reliable. The modernised Passenger Reservation System is creating a smarter and more seamless travel experience.

The Backbone of Railway Reservations

Four Decades of Passenger Reservation System

Key Milestones in the Evolution of PRS

Year

Milestone

1986

PRS introduced, marking the beginning of computerised railway reservations in India.

1990s

PRS network expanded across railway zones, enabling reservations through an interconnected nationwide network.

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