ECoR Launches Zero-Tolerance Drive Against Rail-Track Reels During Festive Season
The railway ordered RPF/GRP to prosecute trespassers under the Railways Act to curb risky filming near tracks.
Overview
- An official advisory warns that selfies, videos and stunts on tracks, platforms or moving trains are life‑threatening and illegal.
- Violators will be prosecuted under Sections 147 and 153 of the Railways Act with possible imprisonment and fines.
- RPF and GRP have been told to enforce the policy with increased patrolling, public announcements and digital outreach.
- Festive travel is being managed with 367 special trains, reinforced security deployments and 24×7 control rooms for real‑time monitoring.
- Authorities flag dangers such as fatal contact with high‑voltage overhead lines and urge parents and teachers to counsel youth, with the renewed warning following a teen’s death in Puri while filming near tracks.