Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has announced a reduction in the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of its Rail Neer bottled water. This revision is due to the decrease in Goods and Services Tax (GST) on packaged drinking water from 18% to 5%. The new prices are effective from September 22, 2025.
Rail Neer Price Reduction
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has announced a revision in the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of Rail Neer bottles. This change follows a reduction in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on packaged drinking water, which has decreased from 18% to 5%.
New Pricing Details
Effective September 22, 2025, the revised MRP for Rail Neer bottles are as follows:
* 1000 ml Bottle: ₹14 (previously ₹15)
* 500 ml Bottle: ₹9 (previously ₹10)
This price revision reflects the reduced tax burden, and IRCTC is passing the benefit directly to railway passengers. The company stated that this revision is in accordance with government directives.
Source: BSE