🚨 “India’s Dirtiest Train: 4000 KM, 75 Hours, and a journey Through Hell — Would You Dare Travel?”
India has one of the largest railway networks in the world, with trains for every need: luxury, comfort, speed, and long-distance travel. The Vande Bharat offers modern luxury, the Rajdhani ensures comfort, but some trains deliver a very different experience — one that passengers call a nightmare on wheels.
Here’s everything you need to know about India’s dirtiest train:
1. Longest journey, Worst Conditions
The Dibrugarh-Kanyakumari vivek Express covers 4,000 km across 9 states, taking 74–75 hours. Passengers are forced to endure filth, stench, and extreme discomfort on what should be a routine journey.
2. Viral Exposés Show the Reality
Travel vlogger Ujjwal Singh recently posted a shocking video showing piles of dirt inside the vivek Express. Toilets and wash basins were filthy, coaches smelled unbearably, and the video sparked nationwide outrage.
3. Complaints Speak Louder Than Statistics
The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report revealed 100,280 complaints registered with indian Railways for dirt and dirty toilets. These complaints show that what passengers face isn’t a one-off incident — it’s systemic.
4. No Official “Dirtiest Train” List — But Patterns Emerge
While indian Railways does not release an official ranking of dirty trains, repeated complaints and social media exposure highlight the Vivek Express and Garib Rath (Saharsa-Amritsar) as consistently among the worst.
5. Packed Trains, Poor Sanitation
Garib Rath coaches, often jam-packed with passengers, are a prime example. Tickets are not cheap, yet travelers are forced to compromise comfort and hygiene for the sake of travel.
6. How to Report and Fight Back
Passengers can report dirtiness via the Madad app or the railway helpline. Complaints have led to some action, but major systemic changes are still missing.
⚡ Conclusion: Travel with Caution
indian Railways has made strides in modern trains and luxury services, but dirt and hygiene remain critical issues. For long-distance journeys, especially on trains like the vivek Express or Garib Rath, prepare for an ordeal — unless systemic reforms finally bring cleanliness up to global standards.
click and follow Indiaherald WhatsApp channel