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Delhi Metro Asks Commuters to Avoid On-Board Social Media Reels After Viral Makeup Tutorial

Posters rolled out at stations warn of ₹500 penalties for filming that disrupts travel following a ‘get ready with me’ video drawing over 2.7 million views

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Overview

  • A ‘get ready with me’ makeup tutorial filmed inside a moving Delhi Metro coach by a 28-year-old man attracted over 27 lakh views on Instagram.
  • On May 28 the DMRC posted on X that “Metro is for travel, not for trends,” advising commuters to avoid recording reels on trains and at stations.
  • DMRC has placed posters depicting passengers singing or dancing with messages like “No reels on the wheels” to discourage on-board performances.
  • Under Section 59(1) of the Delhi Metro Railway Act, anyone causing inconvenience through disruptive filming can face a fine of up to ₹500 or removal from metro premises.
  • Officials say limiting on-board content creation helps preserve safety and ensure a smooth commute for all passengers.