Rail passenger gets Rs 1 lakh compensation for stolen luggage during travel on Malwa Express 6 years ago

Jaya Kumari, from New Delhi, faced a prolonged struggle after her bag, containing valuables, was stolen on the Malwa Express in 2016. After eight years, a Delhi court ruled in her favor, ordering the Railways to pay her Rs 1.08 lakh for negligence. This highlights broader concerns about railway security, with data showing rising theft incidents. The ruling sets a precedent for passenger safety and service accountability.