If you carry these things in the train, you can face jail, know the strict rules of Indian Railways

Indian Railways Rules: Holi festival is near and in such a situation people are booking tickets to go to their homes. Lakhs and crores of people travel by train every day across the country, but some people are not aware of the rules made by the Railways. Often, passengers carry such things with them while traveling in the train which are completely prohibited. If you are caught traveling in a train with these items, you may have to go behind bars instead of going home. In such a situation, it is important for you to know which things should not be taken along while traveling by train.

electric stove

Burning of electric stove or chulha is completely prohibited in the train. These devices generate a lot of heat, which can pose a serious risk of fire in the train compartment.

rod heater

Using water heating rods or heaters during travel is also prohibited. These things not only increase the heavy electrical load, but are also considered extremely dangerous from safety point of view.

induction

It is against the rules to cook food using induction in the train socket. The flow of electricity in these is very fast, due to which there is a possibility of short circuit in the wiring of the train or fire.

electric kettle

Using electric kettle for boiling tea or water is also prohibited. Due to excessive heat and high voltage, its use can cause problems like short circuit, which can put the lives of passengers at risk.

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What will be the punishment?

Under Railways rules (Railways Act 1989), running such inflammable or electrical equipment in a train can result in a fine of up to Rs 1,000 or a jail term of up to 3 years or both.

Why are these devices banned?

Using these devices with inflammable things in the train can be dangerous, because there is a fear of fire or major accident due to the heat generated by them. For the safety of life and property of passengers, Railways has banned their use. If someone breaks these rules, he may have to pay a fine or legal action may be taken against him. Passengers must follow these rules for safe travel.