In celebration of World Tourism Day and its 24th Foundation Day, the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) is rolling out a series of special offers for air travelers. From September 25 to September 27, 2023, IRCTC will waive convenience fees for customers booking international and domestic flight tickets through its website and mobile apps.
A One-Stop Travel Booking Platform
IRCTC has transformed itself into a comprehensive travel booking platform, offering services beyond railways. Its IATA-certified website, www.air.irctc.co.in, allows travelers to book flights both domestically and internationally at competitive prices. This expansion underscores IRCTC’s commitment to providing a seamless travel experience to its customers.
Exclusive Discounts and Savings
To enhance the festive spirit, IRCTC is not only waiving convenience fees but also offering additional discounts of up to Rs. 2000 on air tickets for transactions made with select bank cards. These promotions come at a perfect time, as travelers gear up for the upcoming holiday season.
User-Friendly Booking Experience
IRCTC’s air ticket booking portal and mobile app are equipped with user-friendly features that simplify flight searches, enable price comparisons, and facilitate easy bookings for round-trip and multi-city journeys.
Special Benefits for Defense Personnel and Government Officials
IRCTC extends its services to defense personnel with specially designed defense fares. Additionally, it offers leave travel concession (LTC) tickets for government officials. As an added bonus, every air ticket booked through IRCTC’s portal comes with a travel insurance policy worth Rs. 50 Lakhs, ensuring travelers’ peace of mind.
Financial Highlights for IRCTC
Here are the financial figures for IRCTC:
Net Sales (June 2023): Rs 1,001.79 crore, marking a 17.5% increase compared to June 2022.
Quarterly Net Profit (June 2023): Rs 232.22 crore, with a slight decrease of 5.42% compared to June 2022.
EBITDA (June 2023): Rs 382.20 crore, showing a healthy 10.67% growth from June 2022.
Earnings Per Share (EPS) (June 2023): Rs 2.90, down from Rs 3.07 in June 2022.
IRCTC’s continuous growth and innovative offerings demonstrate its commitment to delivering value, convenience, and savings to travelers while further establishing its presence in the travel and tourism industry.
Via @ BusinessToday
