Electioneering yet to pick up in city
The Hindu
COVID-19 restrictions take away the festive spirit
Electioneering in Madurai city has not picked up yet.Flags and festoons that are ubiquitous with elections are conspicuous by their absence.
Besides, additional COVID-19 restrictions in electioneering not permitting road shows, padayatra, vehicle rally till February 11 by State Election Commission has taken the sheen of the election campaign.

The Ministry of Railways has announced a rationalisation of passenger fares, effective from December 26, aiming to balance rising operational costs while keeping passenger impact minimal. Suburban services and Monthly Season Ticket holders remain unaffected, while ordinary and AC classes see small increases. The move is expected to generate ₹600 crore in revenue and strengthen safety and efficiency across the railway network.












