Overview
- The clip shows a woman in an AC coach cooking Maggi in a household electric kettle plugged into a berth charging point and joking about running a ‘kitchen anywhere.’
- Central Railway’s official account warned that using kettles on trains is unsafe, illegal and punishable, urging passengers to report such incidents to authorities.
- A CR official told local media they have identified the Instagram handle that posted the video and plan to trace the traveller via CCTV and travel records, with action contemplated under Section 147(1) of the Railways Act.
- Reports explain that coach sockets are intended for low-wattage devices on a 110V supply, whereas kettles typically draw 1000–2000 watts, risking overloads, tripping, equipment damage or fire.
- The video drew strong public criticism and demands for stricter enforcement, while details such as the specific train and timing of the recording have not been formally confirmed.