Blankets for AC coaches will now be washed twice a month instead of the existing practice of once in two months. They are planning to use the washable-friendly material. New blankets will be a mix of woollen and nylon. This might add some more comfort in the travel for AC passengers. However, it is expected to cost double the existing price too.
In the period of last 10 years, the pricing of the blankets has not been revised. However, this time price of a blanket is expected to cost more.
He further added that these blankets with revised specifications should be washed preferably twice in a month. Based on field experience, washing frequency and life of blankets with revised specifications may be reviewed further after about one year.

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