Southern Railway cracks down on loud calls, music aboard trains

The Southern Railway has instructed all its divisions to intensify warnings and enforcement action against passengers engaging in loud phone calls or playing music on speakers aboard trains. The directive aims to address growing complaints about noise pollution affecting passenger comfort during journeys.

Under the Railways Act, passengers creating disturbances through excessive noise can face penalties including fines up to ₹1,000 or imprisonment. The regulations empower railway staff to enforce these provisions and take action against offenders during their journeys.

This move reflects the railway administration's effort to maintain discipline and improve the travel experience for all passengers. The Southern Railway serves multiple states across South India and has been grappling with repeated instances of passengers disregarding noise etiquette on board.

Railway officials have emphasized that the enforcement action is meant to create awareness about passenger responsibilities and foster a more considerate environment on trains. Passengers are urged to use phone calls judiciously and avoid playing audio content on speakers in shared compartments.