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Blankets are washed on monthly basis in Rajdhani Express, reveals an RTI response

According to an RTI response to activist Jatin Desai, Shamkant Mohite, APIO and Assistant Divisional Manager (C and W), Mumbai Central communicated that blankets are washed on a monthly basis

By NH Web Desk

The blankets in prestigious trains like Rajdhani or Shatabdi Express are washed on a monthly basis, reported Deccan Herald.

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According to an RTI response to activist Jatin Desai, Shamkant Mohite, APIO and Assistant Divisional Manager (C&W), Mumbai Central communicated that all linen items are washed after every use. However, blankets are washed on a monthly basis.

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The response also stated that fresh bedrolls are given to the travellers every time

"The precaution is all the more important as there is a fear of coronavirus," Desai said.

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