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What is the primary purpose of the Earnings Budget on Indian Railways?
What is the primary purpose of the Earnings Budget on Indian Railways?
- To meet revenue and capital expenditure on Indian Railways (correct)
- To determine the salaries of railway employees
- To allocate funds for the maintenance of railway tracks
- To calculate the yearly contribution to the Government of India's contingency fund
Which of the following categories contributes the most to the total earnings of Indian Railways?
Which of the following categories contributes the most to the total earnings of Indian Railways?
- Passenger earnings
- Goods earnings (correct)
- Sundry earnings
- Other coaching earnings
Which of the following is NOT classified under 'Other Coaching Earnings'?
Which of the following is NOT classified under 'Other Coaching Earnings'?
- Charges for cloak rooms
- Freight earnings from coal transportation (correct)
- Charges for platform tickets
- Penalties imposed by ticket checking staff
What happens to the surplus earnings generated by Indian Railways?
What happens to the surplus earnings generated by Indian Railways?
Which of these options is considered a revenue expenditure for Indian Railways?
Which of these options is considered a revenue expenditure for Indian Railways?
Approximately what percentage of total earnings do 'Passenger Earnings' contribute, according to the content, up to the end of March 2022?
Approximately what percentage of total earnings do 'Passenger Earnings' contribute, according to the content, up to the end of March 2022?
Which of the following is a typical example of 'Goods Earnings' for Indian Railways?
Which of the following is a typical example of 'Goods Earnings' for Indian Railways?
What is the standard contract period for content on demand services according to the provided text?
What is the standard contract period for content on demand services according to the provided text?
What basis is revenue shared between Railtel and Indian Railways from Content on Demand contracts?
What basis is revenue shared between Railtel and Indian Railways from Content on Demand contracts?
According to the policy on unsolicited proposals, what should be the timeframe for finalizing a proposal?
According to the policy on unsolicited proposals, what should be the timeframe for finalizing a proposal?
What is the initial selection period for an agency under the unsolicited proposal policy?
What is the initial selection period for an agency under the unsolicited proposal policy?
Under the policy for co-branding of railway stations, which of the following entities is generally not eligible for co-branding rights?
Under the policy for co-branding of railway stations, which of the following entities is generally not eligible for co-branding rights?
What percentage of revenue do most world railway systems generate from non-tariff sources?
What percentage of revenue do most world railway systems generate from non-tariff sources?
What has Indian Railways typically focused on to increase revenues?
What has Indian Railways typically focused on to increase revenues?
Which of the following is NOT a segment within non-fare revenue?
Which of the following is NOT a segment within non-fare revenue?
What does NFR stand for in the context of Indian Railways?
What does NFR stand for in the context of Indian Railways?
In which year did the Ministry of Railways announce new policies for increasing Non-Fare Revenue (NFR)?
In which year did the Ministry of Railways announce new policies for increasing Non-Fare Revenue (NFR)?
What kind of proposals are included in the 'Unsolicited proposals' category of NFR?
What kind of proposals are included in the 'Unsolicited proposals' category of NFR?
What is a primary goal of the Indian Railways regarding their assets?
What is a primary goal of the Indian Railways regarding their assets?
Which of these is an example of 'Onboard' non-fare revenue?
Which of these is an example of 'Onboard' non-fare revenue?
What does IR want to challenge?
What does IR want to challenge?
What does 'NINFRI' stand for, in the context of the content?
What does 'NINFRI' stand for, in the context of the content?
Which earning segment includes advertisements displayed inside railway station buildings?
Which earning segment includes advertisements displayed inside railway station buildings?
What type of advertising is the 'Vinyl Wrapping' on train exteriors and interiors classified as?
What type of advertising is the 'Vinyl Wrapping' on train exteriors and interiors classified as?
Under what category do on-board entertainment services fall under?
Under what category do on-board entertainment services fall under?
Which of these options is NOT part of the Out of Home policy?
Which of these options is NOT part of the Out of Home policy?
What was the initial nodal agency for inviting bids under the Out of Home policy?
What was the initial nodal agency for inviting bids under the Out of Home policy?
Which policy circular initiated the 'Out of Home' Policy?
Which policy circular initiated the 'Out of Home' Policy?
What does the term 'Unsolicited Proposals' refer to in the context of railway earnings?
What does the term 'Unsolicited Proposals' refer to in the context of railway earnings?
When did the Railway Board modify the Out of Home policy by delegating powers to General Managers?
When did the Railway Board modify the Out of Home policy by delegating powers to General Managers?
Which of these is an example of 'Co-Branding of Railway Stations'?
Which of these is an example of 'Co-Branding of Railway Stations'?
What type of advertisement is covered under 'Out of Home' policy?
What type of advertisement is covered under 'Out of Home' policy?
What is the primary goal of implementing non-fare revenue strategies for Indian Railways?
What is the primary goal of implementing non-fare revenue strategies for Indian Railways?
Which of the following is NOT a method being explored by Indian Railways to generate non-fare revenue?
Which of the following is NOT a method being explored by Indian Railways to generate non-fare revenue?
What percentage range does non-fare box revenue typically account for in major metro projects?
What percentage range does non-fare box revenue typically account for in major metro projects?
Which of the following is an innovative approach for non-fare income generation being adopted by the Railways?
Which of the following is an innovative approach for non-fare income generation being adopted by the Railways?
Besides advertising, what other type of service or amenity is being considered to generate non-fare revenue at railway stations?
Besides advertising, what other type of service or amenity is being considered to generate non-fare revenue at railway stations?
What is a significant limitation of the fare box revenue system, particularly for railway operations?
What is a significant limitation of the fare box revenue system, particularly for railway operations?
What is the annual target revenue from non-fare sources that Indian Railways set for the budget year 2018-19?
What is the annual target revenue from non-fare sources that Indian Railways set for the budget year 2018-19?
Which of the following is being used to enhance the passenger experience while also generating additional non-fare revenue?
Which of the following is being used to enhance the passenger experience while also generating additional non-fare revenue?
How are mobile applications being integrated into the Indian Railways non-fare revenue strategy?
How are mobile applications being integrated into the Indian Railways non-fare revenue strategy?
Which of the following best represents the distribution of sundry earnings among different departments for the financial year 2021-22, based on the provided data?
Which of the following best represents the distribution of sundry earnings among different departments for the financial year 2021-22, based on the provided data?
Which of the following best describes the scope of the 'Out of Home' policy, as defined in the provided content?
Which of the following best describes the scope of the 'Out of Home' policy, as defined in the provided content?
Considering the South Central Railway (SCR) originating revenue to the end of March 2022, what is the approximate combined percentage contribution of 'Other Coaching' and 'Sundries' to the total revenue?
Considering the South Central Railway (SCR) originating revenue to the end of March 2022, what is the approximate combined percentage contribution of 'Other Coaching' and 'Sundries' to the total revenue?
Based on the provided 'Indian Railways – Budget 2021-22' data, if total earnings were represented as a pie chart, what would be the closest representation of the sectorial contribution?
Based on the provided 'Indian Railways – Budget 2021-22' data, if total earnings were represented as a pie chart, what would be the closest representation of the sectorial contribution?
According to the provided text, what was the effect of the 2018 modification (Commercial Circular No 50 of 2018) on the 'Out of Home' policy?
According to the provided text, what was the effect of the 2018 modification (Commercial Circular No 50 of 2018) on the 'Out of Home' policy?
Which of these advertising types would NOT fall under the 'Out of Home' policy, as per the given definitions?
Which of these advertising types would NOT fall under the 'Out of Home' policy, as per the given definitions?
According to the provided revenue data up to the end of March 2022 for South Central Railways, what is the ratio of Goods revenue to Passenger revenue?
According to the provided revenue data up to the end of March 2022 for South Central Railways, what is the ratio of Goods revenue to Passenger revenue?
Based on the provided information, what is the rationale behind decentralizing the bid process management for 'Out of Home' advertising?
Based on the provided information, what is the rationale behind decentralizing the bid process management for 'Out of Home' advertising?
Based on the 'Sub Heads of Sundry Revenue of Commercial Department', what percentage of the total commercial department sundry revenue is generated by 'Catering - D.E.F & IRCTC'?
Based on the 'Sub Heads of Sundry Revenue of Commercial Department', what percentage of the total commercial department sundry revenue is generated by 'Catering - D.E.F & IRCTC'?
In the context of Indian Railways, what is the most accurate interpretation of the term 'Abstract "Z" Sundry Other Earnings (93)'?
In the context of Indian Railways, what is the most accurate interpretation of the term 'Abstract "Z" Sundry Other Earnings (93)'?
Which of the following accurately describes the chronological order in which the 'Out of Home' policy was established and modified, as presented in the text?
Which of the following accurately describes the chronological order in which the 'Out of Home' policy was established and modified, as presented in the text?
Referring to the South Central Railway (SCR) service head-wise originating earnings, what was the percentage change in total earnings from 2020-21 to the end of Mar-22?
Referring to the South Central Railway (SCR) service head-wise originating earnings, what was the percentage change in total earnings from 2020-21 to the end of Mar-22?
If a railway division seeks to implement the 'Out of Home' policy, what step is essential before floating tenders, according to the text?
If a railway division seeks to implement the 'Out of Home' policy, what step is essential before floating tenders, according to the text?
Which of these is NOT mentioned as a permissible method of advertisement under the 'Out of Home' policy?
Which of these is NOT mentioned as a permissible method of advertisement under the 'Out of Home' policy?
Based on the content provided, what is the most likely reason for the Railway Board's decision to modify the 'Out of Home' policy and delegate powers to General Managers?
Based on the content provided, what is the most likely reason for the Railway Board's decision to modify the 'Out of Home' policy and delegate powers to General Managers?
In the context of the 'Out of Home' policy, what is the primary significance of the Standard Bid Documents (SBDs)?
In the context of the 'Out of Home' policy, what is the primary significance of the Standard Bid Documents (SBDs)?
What is the maximum duration for which unsolicited proposals can be accepted under the specified policy?
What is the maximum duration for which unsolicited proposals can be accepted under the specified policy?
Which of the following statements regarding the Content on Demand Contract is incorrect?
Which of the following statements regarding the Content on Demand Contract is incorrect?
What process is followed if an unsolicited proposal proves successful after the initial selection of an agency?
What process is followed if an unsolicited proposal proves successful after the initial selection of an agency?
In the context of co-branding railway stations, which entity typically does not have eligibility for branding rights?
In the context of co-branding railway stations, which entity typically does not have eligibility for branding rights?
How long is the timeframe set for finalizing proposals submitted under the unsolicited proposal policy?
How long is the timeframe set for finalizing proposals submitted under the unsolicited proposal policy?
What is the maximum area allowed for advertising inside the passenger coaches as stipulated by the policy?
What is the maximum area allowed for advertising inside the passenger coaches as stipulated by the policy?
Which of the following options best describes the advertising restrictions on windows of non-AC coaches?
Which of the following options best describes the advertising restrictions on windows of non-AC coaches?
How is the advertisement window for Local Trains priced according to the scheme?
How is the advertisement window for Local Trains priced according to the scheme?
What significant change occurred in 2018 regarding the management of the bid process for mobile assets?
What significant change occurred in 2018 regarding the management of the bid process for mobile assets?
What is the fixed rate for advertising on the full body of a rake for non-local trains?
What is the fixed rate for advertising on the full body of a rake for non-local trains?
According to the Mobile Assets Policy, who is responsible for the overall bid process management?
According to the Mobile Assets Policy, who is responsible for the overall bid process management?
What is the visibility requirement for vinyl wrapping on windows of air-conditioned coaches?
What is the visibility requirement for vinyl wrapping on windows of air-conditioned coaches?
Which of the following policies governs the advertisement on exterior trains operated by Central & State Government Departments?
Which of the following policies governs the advertisement on exterior trains operated by Central & State Government Departments?
What is the main objective of the Mobile Assets Policy as issued by the Railway Board?
What is the main objective of the Mobile Assets Policy as issued by the Railway Board?
Based on the details provided, which of the following best describes the 'Rail Display Network' (RDN) policy's primary aim?
Based on the details provided, which of the following best describes the 'Rail Display Network' (RDN) policy's primary aim?
What kind of revenue generation strategy is the 'Vinyl Wrapping' on train coaches, as described in the content, most closely aligned with?
What kind of revenue generation strategy is the 'Vinyl Wrapping' on train coaches, as described in the content, most closely aligned with?
Which of these entities is specifically responsible for overseeing the bidding process and management of the Rail Display Network (RDN)?
Which of these entities is specifically responsible for overseeing the bidding process and management of the Rail Display Network (RDN)?
What is a major distinction between the advertising revenue generated from 'Vinyl Wrapping' on EMU/DMU/MEMU trains and that from Mail/Express trains, as per the provided information?
What is a major distinction between the advertising revenue generated from 'Vinyl Wrapping' on EMU/DMU/MEMU trains and that from Mail/Express trains, as per the provided information?
Which of these statements BEST reflects the primary goal of the Indian Railways regarding their assets, as suggested by the information provided?
Which of these statements BEST reflects the primary goal of the Indian Railways regarding their assets, as suggested by the information provided?
Based on the context of the content, where is advertising NOT permitted under the 'Out of Home' policy?
Based on the context of the content, where is advertising NOT permitted under the 'Out of Home' policy?
According to the provided information, what is the key characteristic of the 'Unsolicited Proposals' category within the non-fare revenue framework?
According to the provided information, what is the key characteristic of the 'Unsolicited Proposals' category within the non-fare revenue framework?
What is the primary difference between the fixed rates for 'Vinyl Wrapping' on EMU/DMU/MEMU trains compared to Mail/Express trains?
What is the primary difference between the fixed rates for 'Vinyl Wrapping' on EMU/DMU/MEMU trains compared to Mail/Express trains?
What is the specific implication of the statement that the 'entire exercise shall be cost neutral to Railways' regarding the Rail Display Network (RDN)?
What is the specific implication of the statement that the 'entire exercise shall be cost neutral to Railways' regarding the Rail Display Network (RDN)?
What can be inferred from the statement that 'the proposed Rail Display Network shall be utilised to display railway information will not be less than 50% in terms of time and/or space?'
What can be inferred from the statement that 'the proposed Rail Display Network shall be utilised to display railway information will not be less than 50% in terms of time and/or space?'
What constitutes the largest proportion of earnings for Indian Railways?
What constitutes the largest proportion of earnings for Indian Railways?
Which of the following is considered a capital expenditure for Indian Railways?
Which of the following is considered a capital expenditure for Indian Railways?
Which of the following is a typical example of 'Other Coaching Earnings'?
Which of the following is a typical example of 'Other Coaching Earnings'?
What is a major contributing factor for the need of an earnings budget for Indian Railways?
What is a major contributing factor for the need of an earnings budget for Indian Railways?
Which of these best describes how 'Surplus Earnings' are managed?
Which of these best describes how 'Surplus Earnings' are managed?
Which of the following contributes the smallest percentage to the total earnings of Indian Railways up to the end of March 2022?
Which of the following contributes the smallest percentage to the total earnings of Indian Railways up to the end of March 2022?
Which of these is NOT a component of 'Goods Earnings'?
Which of these is NOT a component of 'Goods Earnings'?
According to the policy, what is the visibility requirement for vinyl wrapping on windows of air-conditioned coaches?
According to the policy, what is the visibility requirement for vinyl wrapping on windows of air-conditioned coaches?
What is the maximum permissible area for advertising inside coaches, according to the policy?
What is the maximum permissible area for advertising inside coaches, according to the policy?
Which of the following types of trains are explicitly excluded from vinyl wrapping on windows?
Which of the following types of trains are explicitly excluded from vinyl wrapping on windows?
What is the fixed rate offered per year for advertising on the exterior of a rake of local or short-distance trains?
What is the fixed rate offered per year for advertising on the exterior of a rake of local or short-distance trains?
According to the policy, who has the authority to allot trains for advertising purposes without a tendering system?
According to the policy, who has the authority to allot trains for advertising purposes without a tendering system?
Which of the following is a sub-component of 'Miscellaneous Goods' earnings?
Which of the following is a sub-component of 'Miscellaneous Goods' earnings?
Which revenue head includes earnings from 'Siding maintenance'?
Which revenue head includes earnings from 'Siding maintenance'?
What was the approximate growth in passenger earnings for South Central Railways from 2020-21 to 2021-22?
What was the approximate growth in passenger earnings for South Central Railways from 2020-21 to 2021-22?
According to the Indian Railways revenue data up to March 2022, which revenue category makes the second highest contribution?
According to the Indian Railways revenue data up to March 2022, which revenue category makes the second highest contribution?
In the Indian Railways Budget 2021-22 'Rupee Comes' distribution, what is the combined contribution percentage of 'Passenger' and 'Other Coaching' revenues?
In the Indian Railways Budget 2021-22 'Rupee Comes' distribution, what is the combined contribution percentage of 'Passenger' and 'Other Coaching' revenues?
Which of these is not a typical sundry earning?
Which of these is not a typical sundry earning?
Based on departmental sundry revenue for the Financial Year 2021-22, which department generated the least revenue?
Based on departmental sundry revenue for the Financial Year 2021-22, which department generated the least revenue?
What is the approximate percentage of total Commercial Department sundry revenue generated from 'Commercial publicity'?
What is the approximate percentage of total Commercial Department sundry revenue generated from 'Commercial publicity'?
What is the typical duration for contracts under the new Non-Fare Revenue policies?
What is the typical duration for contracts under the new Non-Fare Revenue policies?
Among the sub-heads of Sundry Revenue within the Commercial Department, which has the highest share?
Among the sub-heads of Sundry Revenue within the Commercial Department, which has the highest share?
Which entity serves as the single point of contact for Non-Fare Revenue opportunities within Indian Railways?
Which entity serves as the single point of contact for Non-Fare Revenue opportunities within Indian Railways?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Non-Fare Revenue policies?
Which of the following is NOT a focus of the Non-Fare Revenue policies?
What type of process is used to ensure transparency in awarding Non-Fare Revenue contracts?
What type of process is used to ensure transparency in awarding Non-Fare Revenue contracts?
What is the primary focus of NFR policies in Indian Railways?
What is the primary focus of NFR policies in Indian Railways?
Which of these locations is targeted for advertising under NFR policies?
Which of these locations is targeted for advertising under NFR policies?
What is the main objective of the 'New Innovative Non Fare Revenue Ideas Scheme' (NINFRIS)?
What is the main objective of the 'New Innovative Non Fare Revenue Ideas Scheme' (NINFRIS)?
At which level is the ‘New Innovative Non Fare Revenue Ideas Scheme’ (NINFRIS) primarily executed?
At which level is the ‘New Innovative Non Fare Revenue Ideas Scheme’ (NINFRIS) primarily executed?
Besides advertising, what other innovative methods are part of generating Non-Fare Revenue?
Besides advertising, what other innovative methods are part of generating Non-Fare Revenue?
What does the policy emphasis on when choosing partners for Non-Fare Revenue projects?
What does the policy emphasis on when choosing partners for Non-Fare Revenue projects?
What is the primary focus of the 'Out of Home' policy issued by the Railway Board?
What is the primary focus of the 'Out of Home' policy issued by the Railway Board?
Which of the following is an example of advertising covered under the ‘Out of Home’ policy?
Which of the following is an example of advertising covered under the ‘Out of Home’ policy?
In which year were the powers for implementing the 'Out of Home' policy delegated to General Managers?
In which year were the powers for implementing the 'Out of Home' policy delegated to General Managers?
What was the initial role of RITES regarding the 'Out of Home' policy?
What was the initial role of RITES regarding the 'Out of Home' policy?
What type of advertisements are included under 'Rail Display Network'?
What type of advertisements are included under 'Rail Display Network'?
Which of the following is NOT a segment of the 'minor earning segments'?
Which of the following is NOT a segment of the 'minor earning segments'?
What is the objective of the ‘Out of Home Policy’ as stated in the text?
What is the objective of the ‘Out of Home Policy’ as stated in the text?
Which of the following best describes the 'Mobile Assets' earning segment?
Which of the following best describes the 'Mobile Assets' earning segment?
Which of these was a later decision regarding the management of bids under the ‘Out of Home’ policy ?
Which of these was a later decision regarding the management of bids under the ‘Out of Home’ policy ?
When was the policy regarding 'Co-Branding of Railway Stations' Introduced?
When was the policy regarding 'Co-Branding of Railway Stations' Introduced?
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Passenger Earnings
Passenger Earnings
The primary source of income for Indian Railways, including fares from first class, second class, and all AC classes.
Other Coaching Earnings
Other Coaching Earnings
Earnings from services other than passenger transport, including parcels, luggage, special trains, and platform tickets.
Goods Earnings
Goods Earnings
Revenue generated from transporting goods like coal, cement, iron ore, and foodgrains.
Sundry Earnings
Sundry Earnings
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Revenue Expenditure
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Capital Expenditure
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Earnings Budget
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What is Non-Fare Revenue?
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What is the Objective of Non-Fare Revenue for Indian Railways?
What is the Objective of Non-Fare Revenue for Indian Railways?
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What is 'Advertisement in PRS Ticket & LED Screens' as a Non-Fare Revenue source?
What is 'Advertisement in PRS Ticket & LED Screens' as a Non-Fare Revenue source?
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What are 'Robotic Massage, BMI Kiosk & RO Water Purification' as a Non-Fare Revenue source?
What are 'Robotic Massage, BMI Kiosk & RO Water Purification' as a Non-Fare Revenue source?
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What are 'Exhibition at Stations & Market Contracts' as a Non-Fare Revenue source?
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What are 'Health ATM, Tex Plaza & Mobile Food Court' as a Non-Fare Revenue source?
What are 'Health ATM, Tex Plaza & Mobile Food Court' as a Non-Fare Revenue source?
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What are 'Advertisement on Pay-slips, Platform Raisers & Bottle Crushing Machines' as a Non-Fare Revenue source?
What are 'Advertisement on Pay-slips, Platform Raisers & Bottle Crushing Machines' as a Non-Fare Revenue source?
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What are 'Digital Display Infotainment System & Projection Mapping' as Non-Fare Revenue sources?
What are 'Digital Display Infotainment System & Projection Mapping' as Non-Fare Revenue sources?
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Why is Non-Fare Revenue Important for Indian Railways?
Why is Non-Fare Revenue Important for Indian Railways?
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Unsolicited Proposal
Unsolicited Proposal
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Co-Branding of Railway Stations
Co-Branding of Railway Stations
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Content on Demand
Content on Demand
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Revenue Sharing Agreement for Content on Demand
Revenue Sharing Agreement for Content on Demand
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Unsolicited Proposal Policy for Non-Fare Revenue
Unsolicited Proposal Policy for Non-Fare Revenue
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Non-Fare Revenue (NFR)
Non-Fare Revenue (NFR)
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Exploiting New Revenue Sources
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NFR Directorate
NFR Directorate
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Railway Advertising
Railway Advertising
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Commercial NFR Segment
Commercial NFR Segment
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Asset Monetization
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New Ideas & Concepts for NFR
New Ideas & Concepts for NFR
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Entertainment and Services NFR
Entertainment and Services NFR
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Unsolicited NFR Proposals
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Tariff Hike Approach to Revenue
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What is the 'Out of Home' policy?
What is the 'Out of Home' policy?
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What does the 'Out of Home' policy cover?
What does the 'Out of Home' policy cover?
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What type of advertising is permitted outside the station?
What type of advertising is permitted outside the station?
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Who was initially responsible for managing the bidding process for 'Out of Home' advertisements?
Who was initially responsible for managing the bidding process for 'Out of Home' advertisements?
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How did the 'Out of Home' advertising bid process change in 2018?
How did the 'Out of Home' advertising bid process change in 2018?
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How did the 2018 modification of the 'Out of Home' policy affect its implementation?
How did the 2018 modification of the 'Out of Home' policy affect its implementation?
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What did South Central Railway do to ensure standardized bidding for the 'Out of Home' policy?
What did South Central Railway do to ensure standardized bidding for the 'Out of Home' policy?
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How were the SBDs used to implement the 'Out of Home' policy?
How were the SBDs used to implement the 'Out of Home' policy?
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What is the main objective of the 'Out of Home' advertisement policy?
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What is the purpose of having a policy for advertising in railway areas?
What is the purpose of having a policy for advertising in railway areas?
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What are Sundry Earnings?
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What is Abstract 'Z' Sundry Other Earnings (93)?
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What is Non-Fare Revenue (NFR)?
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What is Exploiting New Revenue Sources?
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What is the Classification and Accounting of Sundry Earnings?
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What is the NFR Directorate?
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What is Railway Advertising?
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Examples of NFR
Examples of NFR
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Out of Home Advertisement Policy
Out of Home Advertisement Policy
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Types of Advertisements Permitted in 'Out of Home' Policy
Types of Advertisements Permitted in 'Out of Home' Policy
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Initial Management of 'Out of Home' Bids
Initial Management of 'Out of Home' Bids
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Decentralization of 'Out of Home' Bid Management
Decentralization of 'Out of Home' Bid Management
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Standard Bid Documents (SBDs) for 'Out of Home' Advertisements
Standard Bid Documents (SBDs) for 'Out of Home' Advertisements
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Out of Home Advertising Policy
Out of Home Advertising Policy
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Revenue Sharing for Content on Demand
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What are the key aspects of the 'Out of Home' advertisement policy?
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Key Aspects of the 'Out of Home' advertisement policy
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What is the 'Out of Home' Advertisement Policy?
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Non-Fare Revenue
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Objective of Non-Fare Revenue
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What types of advertisements are allowed under the 'Out of Home' policy?
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How has the management of 'Out of Home' bids changed?
How has the management of 'Out of Home' bids changed?
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What are Standard Bid Documents (SBDs) for 'Out of Home' advertisements?
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How is revenue shared for Content on Demand services?
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Study Notes
Indian Railway Earnings
- Indian Railways' major sources of earnings include Passenger Earnings, Other Coaching Earnings, Goods Earnings, and Sundry Earnings.
- Revenue and capital expenditure are met from these earnings.
- Revenue expenditure covers salaries, fuels, and maintenance.
- Capital expenditure is for gauge conversions, new lines, station development, and tractions.
- Earnings Budget is crucial for meeting revenue and capital expenditure.
- Surplus earnings are contributed to the Indian government's contingency fund.
Sources of Passenger Earnings
- Suburban passengers include First Class and General Class passengers.
- Non-suburban categories include First AC, Second AC, Third AC, First Class, Sleeper Class, and Second Sitting.
- Other income sources include parcels, luggage, special trains (excluding military), penalties, platform tickets, cloak room charges, postal haulage charges, cancellation/clerkage, identity cards, demurrage/wharfage, and miscellaneous charges.
Sources of Other Coaching Earnings
- These earnings are 3% of total earnings.
- Income comes from penalties imposed by Ticket Checking staff/Station Masters, platform tickets, cloak room charges, postal haulage charges,cancellation/clerkage, identity cards, demurrage/wharfage, and miscellaneous charges.
Sources of Goods Earnings
- Goods earnings account for 75% of total earnings, primarily from commodities such as coal, cement, iron ore, foodgrains, fertilizers, petroleum products, container services, and raw materials for steel plants.
- Additional income comes from miscellaneous goods earnings, demurrage/wharfage, stacking charges, siding charges, trip charges, and shunting charges.
Sources of Sundry Earnings
- Sundry earnings account for 2% of total earnings.
- These include rent and tolls, non-fare revenue (commercial publicity), catering, parking, ATMs, pay-and-use toilets, commercial plots, retiring rooms, cloak rooms, sale of time tables, commercial plots, AC waiting halls/lounges, and others.
Classification and Accountal of Sundry Earnings
- Abstract "Z" (93).
- Earnings are categorized under minor heads like Military, Telegraph, Rent & Tolls, Catering department, Overcharges & Profits, sale of stores, unclaimed/damaged goods, Gross & Trees, Maintenance charges, Siding maintenance, Interest, Reimbursement of Operating loss on strategic lines, and Refunds on earnings collected.
Service Head-Wise Originating Earnings on SCR (In CRS)
- This section presents earnings data (in Indian rupees) for the years 2018-19, 2019-20, 2020-21, and 2021-22, categorized by service type (Passenger, Other Coaching, Goods, Sundries) and reflecting the total. Specific figures for each year are provided.
Non-Fare Revenue
- Non-fare revenue excludes passenger and freight receipts.
- It includes income from various sources like advertisements, inside stations, circulating areas of stations, trains, freight wagons, locomotives, digital content, and other innovative concepts to enhance revenue.
Objectives of Non-Fare Revenue
- Monetizing railway assets and creating revenue-yielding activities.
- Guidelines for the "New Innovative Non-Fare Revenue Ideas Scheme" (NINFRIS).
- Implementation of the scheme at the divisional level across zonal railways.
New Ideas and Concepts
- Display advertisements on passenger reservation system (PRS) tickets, robotic massage chairs, BMI kiosks, digital LED walls, RO water purification systems in coaches, mobile application-based suburban tracking, 3D product displays, mobile tower and small cell proposals.
- Advertisements on pay slips, bottle crushing machines, advertising in EMU rakes (through public information system), on-board shopping in mail/express trains, exhibitions at stations (market contracts), and promotion of railway ticketing apps.
- Health ATMs, station jingles, and mobile food courts
- Publicity on panel trusses/ceilings, platform shelters, publicity rights on glass facades, and dual display infotainment systems.
Other Key Policies and Schemes
- Content on demand (with 10-year contracts)
- Unsolicited proposals
- Co-branding of railway stations
- Mobile assets
- Baggage on-Wheels (introduced in Delhi Division, with door-to-door service based on app.)
E-Auction and Asset Management for Commercial Earning Contracts
- E-Auctions: Open auction process, asset creation by asset holders, publicly displayed auction catalogues, financial turnover-based eligibility, self-declaration by bidders, reserve price set by the auction committee (not revealed to bidders), auto extensions of bids, maximum 10 auto extensions allowed, auto award to highest bidder (if the rate meets or exceeds reserve price), and instant 5% EMD deduction for winning bidder, no blockage of EMD for other bidders. Processes to verify turnover certificates completed later.
- Benefits: Prevention of asset idling, increased competition, reduction in contract placement time, elimination of payment pilferages, standardization of auction processes using a standardized EMD/SD (5%) payment schedule, and defined late payment penalty terms. Real-time verification of eligibility for bidders, and standardized bidder registration using pan-India ID.
Pilot Launch Divisions and Assets
- Identified divisions for pilot launch of e-Auction: NR, NER, ER, SER, WR, CR, SWR, SCR, SR.
- Detailed list of assets identified for pilot projects in each Division has been provided.
Pre-requisites for Railway Users and Contractors
- Assets identification, catalogue publishing, minimum 12-day notice period, and encryption certificates for authorized officers (using JAG/Sr. Scale/B.O). Specific RP encryption procedures are outlined.
- Railway users require a digital certificate (DSC), online registration, 10,000 INR fees, SBI account, IREPS linked account, and lien marking of funds
- Contractors need the same as railway users plus updating the turnover details in IREPS.
To Do List for Pilots and Other Divisions
- Asset identification, catalogue publishing, wide publicity (advertisements, notices, and e-mail communications through IREPS), contractor meet with a 1-week schedule, training for railway users, asset register creation within a fortnight, and participation of other divisions if desired.
E-Auction over SCR
- SCR undertook a phase-wise introduction of e-Auction for NFR and Commercial Earning Contracts.
- Secunderabad emerged as the pilot division.
- Details regarding the number of assets, auctions conducted, contracts awarded (Rs. 2.18 Cr) , and associated schedules are summarized over the period 01-07-2022 to 31-07-2022.
Division-wise List of Assets Identified for Pilot
- A division-wise list of identified assets for the pilot e-auction program is provided. The assets are characterized by their type (e.g., SLR compartments, parking spaces, advertisement spots).
Other Important Information
- There are new, innovative revenue-generating contracts and services, including "App-Based Bags-on-Wheels," in some locations.
- Quick service restaurants and ATMs are also mentioned and could be part of a broader non-fare revenue strategy.
- A summary of non-fare revenue trends over the past four years (2018-19 to 2021-22) and by each division, are included within the provided documents.
- Additional information about the objective of this overall policy, and the key broad expectations from the proposed idea/model are summarized in previous chapters.
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