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Many people like to carry some luggage with them while traveling by train but do you know how safe it is to carry alcohol in the train? In such a situation, let us know how safe it is to carry alcohol in the train and what are the rules of Railways in this regard.
Let us tell you that carrying alcohol in the train is prohibited. Actually alcohol is a flammable substance. If there is a fire in the train, the liquor bottles can spread the fire further, which can lead to a major accident. In such a situation, this has also been banned due to security reasons. Additionally, passengers after consuming alcohol may create noise, disturb other passengers and disrupt train operations. Additionally, many states have banned alcohol or have strict regulations on the sale and consumption of alcohol. In such a situation, carrying alcohol in the train can be a violation of the law.
What are the railway rules?
According to railway rules, there is a complete ban on carrying alcohol in the train. It is an offense to carry alcohol in any form on a train, whether it is a sealed bottle or an open one. If a passenger is caught carrying liquor, action can be taken against him under Section 165 of the Railway Act 1989.
What is the punishment for carrying alcohol in the train?
A fine of up to Rs 500 can be imposed on a passenger for carrying liquor. Also, in some cases, the passenger may be jailed for up to 6 months. Apart from this, the ticket of a passenger carrying liquor can also be cancelled.
Apart from liquor, many other things like stoves, gas cylinders, flammable chemicals, firecrackers, acids, smelly things, leather or wet skins and grease are also prohibited in the train. Carrying these items in the train can also result in punishment.