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Rail Neer Price Cut: In a move aimed at giving relief to passengers, the Ministry of Railways has announced a reduction in the price of packaged drinking water sold under the Rail Neer brand.

From September 22, 2025, a 1-litre Rail Neer bottle will cost Rs 14 instead of Rs 15, while a 500 ml bottle will cost Rs 9 instead of Rs 10.

The decision comes after the Railway Board, with the concurrence of the Finance (Commercial) Directorate, issued a circular revising the maximum retail price of Rail Neer and other shortlisted packaged drinking water brands sold in railway stations and trains.

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“Maximum retail price of packaged drinking water bottle ‘Rail Neer’ shall be revised from Rs 15 to Rs 14 per bottle of one litre and from Rs 10 to Rs 9 per bottle of 500 ml capacity. The same rates will also apply to other packaged water brands approved by IRCTC/Railways,” the official order stated.GST कम किये जाने का सीधा लाभ उपभोक्ताओं को पहुंचाने के उद्देश्य से रेल नीर का अधिकतम बिक्री मूल्य 1 लीटर के लिए ₹15 से कम करके 14 रुपए और आधा लीटर के लिए ₹10 से कम करके ₹9 करने का निर्णय लिया गया है। @IRCTCofficial #NextGenGST pic.twitter.com/GcMV8NQRrm

— Ministry of Railways (@RailMinIndia) September 20, 2025

With Indian Railways being the world’s largest rail network and millions of people travelling daily, water is among the most essential items passengers purchase, especially during the summer. This price reduction will directly benefit travellers, particularly those on long-distance journeys.

The move is also seen as part of Railways’ passenger-friendly initiatives, as Rail Neer prices had remained unchanged for several years.

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Ans. The revised prices will take effect nationwide from September 22, 2025.

Ans. It will cost Rs 14.

Ans. A 500 ml bottle will cost Rs 9.

Ans. No, the new rates will also apply to other packaged water brands shortlisted by IRCTC and Railways.

Ans. The revised rates will be applicable at railway stations and inside trains across India.

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