Provision Of One Thousand Fine To Six Months Jail: The changing era and the reach of smartphones have increased the craze of taking selfies among people. Now every person preserves various memories of his routine by taking selfies. Not only this, most of the youth keep updating selfies on their social media. Don't know what people do in the competition of taking this selfie. Sometimes they even risk their lives. If you also have the same hobby then this news is for you. Because according to the rules of Indian Railways, there is a fine of one thousand rupees for taking a selfie on the side of the railway track or platform. Along with this, there can also be a jail sentence of up to six months. Let us know about these provisions…
Railway Act 1989 remains applicable in railway station and railway track premises
The Railway Act 1989 applies to every railway station in India and the area of the tracks laid for the railways. Various types of fines and punishments have been provided in the Act for those who violate railway rules. Sections 145 and 147 of the Railways Act 1989 provide for punishing those who take selfies by risking their lives. It is a punishable offense to take a selfie on the side of the railway track or platform (on the side of the railway track). A fine of one thousand rupees is imposed on the accused if he is caught taking a selfie. Whereas, along with the fine, a jail sentence of up to six months can also be given.
Ministry of Railways and Indian Railways keeps on appealing
Ministry of Railways and Indian Railways keep on appealing to passengers not to take selfies on the side of railway tracks and platforms. Regular advertisements are also issued for this. People are also advised not to do so with the help of social media. Indian Railway Management says that taking such selfies puts life at risk. That's why don't try to take selfie by risking your life. Doing so may result in fine and jail term.
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