Railway Station Non-Catering Items Policy

<p>10% per year (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fleet graphic film (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Streaming audio and video content services (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Digital payment system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>85% for Railways and 15% for RAILTEL (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Audio content services (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To enhance non-fare revenue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Five years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Right to match the highest bid (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>As a tender committee (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Video content services only (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increasing revenues from non-fare sources (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide a variety of non-catering items in one location. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Packaged food items. (B), Non-packaged snacks. (C), Beverages other than water. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They must register on the e-auction website. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Station category, location, and initial passenger numbers. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>25% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Blueprint of required MPS. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One stall. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To improve earnings from commercial publicity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Advertisement in train compartments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>10 to 20% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Non Fare Revenue Directorate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Engineering Officers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Advertisement on reserved tickets (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A specific tender must be opened in a transparent manner (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Redevelopment of stations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>12 million passengers (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Content on Demand and Rail Radio Policy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3 years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>RAILTEL (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>E-Auction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Long Term Contracts of 10 years (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Selling railway property assets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Zone/train/station wise packages (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Non-Fare Revenue Policy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mobile apps and video games (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Technical and financial capability (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Forwarding FOB (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A thorough assessment is carried out by the Railways, keeping in mind beauty, viability, safety, and utilization. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An amount equal to the license fee of six months is to be deposited as an irrevocable Bank Guarantee annually for the duration of the contract. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The current licensee will have the right of first refusal for the subsequent contract. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Payment of cess, assessment, statutory taxes, and property taxes to the Municipal Council (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Difficulty in navigating platforms due to multiple stall types. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The renewal process for various stall types was not unified. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To conduct and manage the e-auction process. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The bidder must have a minimum of three years experience in the field. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Items like free newspapers, magazines, head rests, and trolleys, each with specific tenders. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To implement a detailed action plan for each Zonal Railway based on a broad policy. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Only water in sealed bottles is permitted; no other food items may be sold. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>ED / NFR / Operations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bidders can revise their bid amount during the active time period of the e-auction. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Only one stall shall be allotted per platform. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To increase revenue by 10 to 20% through commercial use of non-tariff sources. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Publicity in Time Table publications. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through a transparent tender process to achieve optimal bidding. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Through the commercial use of railway land. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The full potential has not been completely used despite many efforts. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inside residential buildings owned by the railway. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Operation and licensing of Multi-Functional Complexes. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Users can access streaming video services through their personal devices only. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To facilitate the monetization of entertainment based services on both stations and trains. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The partner’s technical and financial capability. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>RAILTEL acts as the nodal agency for tender, contract allocation and management. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>E-Auction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Content-on-demand video services on personal devices. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Zone/train/station wise packages to make the most of the different assets. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It allows for a single point of contact for all revenue matters. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Contracts that stretch to up to 10 years specifically. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Video content is the exclusive offering at stations. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Digital payment system for video; audio is free of charge. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Transparent tendering via e-auction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The NFR evolution committee in conjunction with the Railway authority. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Right of First Refusal to match the highest bid. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Railways receive 85 units, and RAILTEL receives 15 units. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It should be an original idea initiated by the offeror to enhance revenue. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Five years (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Railway-related and government information. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Live broadcasts capability. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A sum of money deposited by a bidder as a guarantee of good faith and commitment to fulfill the contract if their bid is accepted. It's a small percentage of the total contract value.

The process of selecting the best bid for a project, typically involving evaluation of multiple bids based on predetermined criteria.

A financial guarantee provided by a bank to ensure the fulfillment of a contract's obligations. It's a safety net for the contract's duration.

A fixed fee paid annually for the right to advertise on a train. It increases over time.

Different categories of trains are grouped based on their characteristics for bidding purposes.

A new scheme was introduced to consolidate various non-catering stalls, such as book stalls, chemist stalls, and miscellaneous stalls, into a single outlet.

The new policy aims to ensure passengers have easy access to all types of essential non-catering goods at a single location on the platform.

To prevent crowding and ensure smooth passenger movement, only one non-catering stall is allowed per platform.

The new policy mandates a standard design for the stalls across different zones to optimize platform space and maintain passenger flow.

To ensure fairness and transparency, allotments are awarded through an online auction system.

The auction process is overseen by a professional body approved by the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) to ensure integrity and accountability.

Bidders need to meet specific criteria, including a three-year experience, to participate in the auction, ensuring qualified operators.

Revenue generated from sources other than ticket fares, including advertising and commercial use of railway assets.

The strategic use of railway infrastructure and assets for commercial purposes, such as advertising and leasing space.

A plan outlining strategies to increase profits from commercial activities like advertising.

The process of placing advertisements on train wagons, generating revenue from cargo transportation.

The placement of advertisements within railway stations, targeting passengers waiting for trains.

The process of placing advertisements in high-profile trains, like the Rajdhani and Shatabdi, targeted at a specific audience.

Dedicated department within the railway administration focused on maximizing Non-Fare Revenue through commercial activities.

The potential to lease out railway land, station buildings, and their redevelopment for commercial purposes.

Advertising at locations where people enter major railway stations.

Generating income from sources other than ticket sales, such as advertising or commercial activities.

A policy that outlines the process for allowing companies to advertise on railway property, including stations, trains, and online platforms.

The policy that dictates how companies can sponsor activities and events at railway stations, including branding opportunities.

A policy outlining the guidelines for operating and managing automated teller machines (ATMs) on railway premises.

A policy that sets the framework for advertising on various platforms within the railway system, including video screens, Wi-Fi, and mobile apps.

A long-term commitment, usually lasting for 10 years, between Indian Railways and a company for a particular service or project.

A process that ensures fairness and competition by letting companies bid publicly for the right to provide services or advertising on railway property.

The process of choosing a company to provide entertainment services within railway stations and trains.

This policy outlines the rules and regulations for providing internet services within railway stations and trains, including the option of free or paid access.

Services provided in trains and stations, based on user demand, like streaming audio and video content.

Video content on trains and at stations, paid or free, managed by a service provider or licensee.

Free audio content available on train journeys.

Payment method for video content services on trains and stations.

Information about the railway and government, displayed for free by the service provider.

Advertising incorporated into content services on trains and stations.

Revenue sharing agreement between RAILTEL and the content service provider.

Unsolicited proposals are new ideas submitted to the Railways to generate non-fare revenue, not in response to a request for proposal.

The objective of this policy is to allow Indian Railways to accept unsolicited proposals to increase revenue from non-fare sources.

The policy applies to all departments that receive unsolicited proposals to enhance railway revenue, especially non-fare revenue like advertising or land licensing.

The new policy mandates a standardized design for stalls across different zones to optimize platform space and passenger movement.

The auction process is overseen by a professional body approved by the CVC to ensure integrity and accountability.

Bidders need to meet specific criteria, including a three-year experience, to participate in the auction, ensuring qualified operators.

The reserve price for each stall depends on factors such as location, passenger traffic, and local real estate value, ensuring a fair starting price.

The goal of this policy is to increase revenue by strategically using railways for commercial purposes.

This policy aims to increase earnings by utilizing trains and stations for advertising, such as placing ads on freight wagons, train interiors, and station platforms.

This department employs officers from different railway departments to analyze and implement strategies for increasing non-fare revenue.

Indian Railways allows advertisements on unused railway assets like ROBs, RUBs, and railway colonies.

Advertisements must not harm train operations, passenger safety, or heritage buildings.

Indian Railways is responsible for paying taxes related to advertisements, but the advertiser is not.

Advertisements are placed based on their location to ensure they're appropriate and impactful.

The advertisement plan needs to be assessed for its appeal, feasibility, and potential safety risks.

This policy enables Indian Railways to consider new, innovative ideas from external parties to boost revenue from sources other than ticket fares.

A service that allows passengers to access entertainment content, like streaming audio and video, on their personal devices during train journeys and at stations.

Video content services will be offered in both paid and unpaid formats, while audio content will be free of charge. Payments will be made through a digital payment system.