Indian Railways: Now check IRCTC PNR status on WhatsApp

Madhu Balaji Updated - October 06, 2022 at 03:44 PM.

IRCTC also allows passengers to order food online via WhatsApp

Here’s a WhatsApp chatbot to track IRCTC PNR status | Photo Credit: THOMAS WHITE

Tracking the IRCTC PNR status has become easier now. The Indian Railways passengers can now view the real-time train running schedule and PNR status on WhatsApp. The feature is powered in association with Railofy — Rodeo Travel Technologies — a startup based in Mumbai.

Here’s how to check PNR on WhatsApp

Step 1: To activate, you need to add Railofy’s WhatsApp chatbot’s number to the contacts: +91 9881193322

Step 2: Open WhatsApp and launch the chat window of Railofy.

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IRCTC allows you to check PNR status on WhatsApp

Step 3: Enter the 10-digit PNR number in the chat box.

You will receive all the information, including notifications and real-time updates regarding the train journey. You can check the train status by dialling 139 from your smartphone.

Also read: How to add passenger details to IRCTC account

IRCTC also allows passengers to order food online during a train journey via the Zoop chatbot. Passengers can access the service via WhatsApp by adding “+91 7042062070” to their contacts. Passengers can select the restaurants and choose the upcoming station for delivery.

Also read: Ask DISHA to book your train tickets; here’s how

Published on October 6, 2022 08:03
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