IRCTC to Allow Passengers to Get Live Updates About Train status on WhatsApp

Passengers traveling via trains can now track their PNR status and real-time train journey details on WhatsApp as well. This feature was earlier available on ticket booking apps and sites, but now it is more convenient by being available on WhatsApp.

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Passengers receive a PNR, which is a special number after they purchase a ticket. PNR comprises information about passengers and their itineraries as well as whether a ticket is confirmed

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The feature to get travel-related details on WhatsApp was the idea of a Mumbai-based start-up- Railofy. It enables the passengers to check their journey status through one tap and get all the details on WhatsApp

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The application enables passengers to access IRCTC ticket services including PNR status approximately 10–20 times before the departure date.

On a WhatsApp number, passengers may access all the functions, including their PNR status in real-time, receive regular updates, and view the live train operation status.

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1. You will have to save Railofy's WhatsApp chatbot number - +91-9881193322. 2. Then update the WhatsApp application on your phone.

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3. Now, open WhatsApp and refresh your contact list. 4. Open the chat window of Railofy. 5. You can send your 10-digit PNR number in the WhatsApp chat.

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6. The Railofy chatbot will forward you all the alerts and real-time updates about your train journey. 7. You may send the PNR number before the journey starts for continuous live updates, alerts and status on WhatsApp.

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