Overview

• A woman was fined Rs 500 for eating onboard the Bengaluru Metro after a fellow passenger recorded and uploaded a video of the violation on social media.
• The incident, which occurred on April 26, 2025, between Madavara and Magadi Road stations, was acted upon by security staff at Madavara station on April 28.
• BMRCL enforces a strict ban on food, beverages, and tobacco products to maintain cleanliness and prevent littering across metro premises.
• Over 27,000 violations have been recorded in the past six months, with most occurring during non-peak hours, prompting increased surveillance efforts.
• To strengthen compliance, BMRCL has announced stricter security measures, including random pat-downs and enhanced monitoring for tobacco use inside trains.