RailOne App launched: Key features you should know
RailOne has been designed to be straightforward and user-friendly. You won't have to remember a million passwords any more, as you will only have a single sign-on. The app saves all your ticket information, refunds, and travel itineraries in one tidy location, making travel simple for anyone, including people taking the train for the first time.SAFE AND SIMPLE PAYMENTS WITH R-WALLETPassengers can access R-Wallet, Indian Railways' very own digital wallet, to pay for tickets and services. The wallet provides secure payments by using biometrics or mPIN, allowing users to travel with confidence knowing that their money is secure.The RailOne App is free to download on Android (Google Play Store) and iOS (Apple App Store). For all users, frequent or infrequent, RailOne makes your train travel journey easier and more secure than ever!- Ends
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