Indian Railways Tightens Penalty Rules; Seven Common Violations to Cost Passengers More

New Delhi: Indian Railways has introduced stricter penalty rules aimed at improving passenger safety, maintaining discipline, and preventing misuse of railway services. Under the revised regulations, offences such as ticketless travel, unauthorized entry into ladies’ coaches, smoking, hawking without permission, begging, and misuse of railway property will now attract substantially higher fines.

Railway officials said the revised penalties are intended to strengthen enforcement, enhance passenger security, and ensure smoother operations across the railway network.

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Here Are the Seven Major Violations Under the New Rules

1. Ticketless Travel

Passengers travelling without a valid ticket will be required to pay the applicable fare along with a penalty, depending on the distance travelled and the class of travel.

2. Unauthorized Entry into Ladies’ Coach

Men travelling without authorization in coaches reserved for women may face strict penal action, as the rule aims to ensure the safety and comfort of female passengers.

3. Smoking Inside Trains or Railway Premises

Passengers caught smoking inside trains or on railway premises can now be fined up to ₹2,000. Failure to cooperate may result in court proceedings and penalties of up to ₹5,000.

4. Misuse of Railway Property

Damaging railway property or improperly using railway facilities such as waiting rooms, seats, or other passenger amenities may lead to higher financial penalties.

5. Unauthorized Hawking

Selling goods at railway stations or inside trains without official permission will now attract an on-the-spot fine of up to ₹2,000.

6. Begging on Trains or Railway Stations

To prevent inconvenience to passengers, begging within railway stations and trains will also invite penalties of up to ₹2,000.

7. Carrying Dangerous or Hazardous Goods

Transporting inflammable, explosive, or other hazardous materials on trains is considered a serious offence. Offenders may face fines of up to ₹10,000, imprisonment, or both, depending on the severity of the violation.

Railways Urge Passengers to Follow the Rules

Indian Railways has advised passengers to familiarise themselves with the revised regulations before travelling. Officials said following the rules will help ensure a safe, disciplined, and hassle-free travel experience while avoiding unnecessary penalties.

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