Indian Railways Warns Against Reels on Moving Trains With Strict Legal Action
Indian Railways has warned passengers against filming reels or performing dangerous stunts on moving trains saying violators may face legal action fines imprisonment and serious safety risks for everyone.
Indian Railways has issued a strong warning to passengers against creating social media reels or performing stunts near the doors of moving trains. The railway authorities say such actions are not only life threatening but also violate railway safety rules and can lead to strict legal action.
With the growing popularity of short videos on social media, many people especially youngsters are attempting risky acts on moving trains to gain online attention. Standing near open train doors, hanging outside coaches or recording dangerous videos has become a growing concern for railway officials.
According to railway regulations, any passenger found filming videos or performing stunts at the entrance of a moving train can face action under the Railways Act 1989. Authorities have made it clear that safety violations will not be ignored, regardless of whether the videos are created for entertainment or social media.
Passengers found violating these rules may be fined up to Rs 1000 and can also face imprisonment of up to six months. In cases where the offence is considered more serious or results in danger to others, stricter punishment may be imposed under the applicable laws.
Railway officials have also clarified that going viral on social media does not protect anyone from legal consequences. If a dangerous video gains attention online, the Railway Protection Force and Government Railway Police can identify the individual involved and initiate legal proceedings.
Officials say these risky activities endanger not only the person creating the video but also fellow passengers. Sudden movements or accidents near train doors can create panic and lead to serious injuries or even fatalities.
Indian Railways has appealed to the public to avoid such dangerous behaviour and use social media responsibly. The authorities also expressed concern that children and teenagers often imitate viral videos, making it even more important to discourage unsafe activities on moving trains.
