In Brief
- Using mobile phones in speaker mode in trains attracts removal and penalties.
- Southern Railway cites amendments to the Railways Act via Jan Vishwas Act.
- Loud talking in railway premises considered a nuisance under current law.
- Offenders may also face fines and imprisonment as per the regulations.
The Southern Railway has issued a notice clarifying that using mobile phones in speaker mode within trains and railway premises is punishable. This conduct, it says, disrupts the peaceful environment and falls under acts of nuisance as defined under the Railways Act, which was recently amended through the Jan Vishwas Act.
According to the latest amendments, passengers found using mobile phones in speaker mode may be subject to removal from railway property. The law empowers authorities to impose fines and even imprisonment on those who continue such behavior, indicating a stringent approach to maintaining decorum and passenger comfort.
The Southern Railway's statement highlights the legal backing for these provisions, aiming to curb disturbances in stations, trains, and other railway areas. It also serves as a public advisory to raise awareness about acceptable conduct while using mobile devices in these public spaces.
