All advance train tickets for Eid to be sold online
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The railways authority has decided to sell all advance tickets online for upcoming Eid-ul-Fitr to avoid overcrowding at rail stations.
The tickets will be sold through "Rail Sheba app, reads a press release of the Ministry of Railways.
Besides, passengers can now buy train tickets 10 days before their journey date.
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Previously, passengers would be able to buy tickets only five days prior to the travel date.
Also, tickets for intercity trains during Eid-ul-Fitr holidays (17-30 April) will be available online from 7 April, adds the statement.
People can register on the app using NID/passport/birth certificate.
