The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) issued a warning against commuters obstructing train doors, stating that under the Metro Railways Act, this is punishable with imprisonment or a Rs 10,000 fine, according to a report by The Times of India (TOI). Recent incidents prompted the DMRC to highlight the severity of this offence and issue a warning, emphasising that it poses risks to passengers and disrupts the metro’s operational efficiency.
The DMRC issued a notice reminding commuters on Tuesday that obstructing coach doors is an offence under Section 67 of the Metro Railway (Operation and Maintenance) Act, 2002. The act stipulates imprisonment for up to four years or, a fine of Rs 10,000, or both.
