February 25, 2016 5:09 PM

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Rail Budget presents robust base for future schemes: Amit Shah

Lauding the railway budget for its passenger friendly approach, BJP president Amit Shah today described it as visionary attempt that will present a robust base for future schemes.<br/><br/>Briefing media in New Delhi, Mr Shah said, earlier the country used to have budgets making announcements for immediate benefits of governments and that approach has affected the health of railway adversely. <br/><br/>He said the Deen Dayalu coaches were a big relief for the poor who had to suffer due to non availability of tickets in long distance trains.<br/><br/>He said, for a second year in a row fares have not been hiked and it will also bring a huge relief to the poor. Mr Shah said, introduction of a women sub-quota within the reservation quota is another noble initiative by the railway minister. <br/><br/>He said, it is a comprehensive one covering all sections of the society with special emphasis on senior citizen, women and youth. He said, Wi-Fi and FM Radio in train is also a commendable step. <br/><br/>Mr Shah said, the growth oriented budget is another significant milestone in journey of transformation of the Indian Railways.

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