Railways wield the stick on those not wearing masks in stations and on trains

The Tiruchi Railway Divisional authorities are continuing their drive against those found not wearing masks in railway stations falling within their jurisdiction and on trains as a measure to combat C

The Tiruchi Railway Divisional authorities are continuing their drive against those found not wearing masks in railway stations falling within their jurisdiction and on trains as a measure to combat COVID-19. Sustained drives carried out by the field-level railway officials all over Tiruchi Division since April 17 has resulted in booking of 135 cases against violators found not wearing masks in station premises and on board trains. Fines were slapped on each one of them and the total amount realised was ₹67,500 till May 4. The fine amount of ₹500 was being imposed under the Indian Railways (Penalties for activities affecting cleanliness at Railway Premises), Rules 2012. The stern action kick- started from mid-April onwards following a directive from the Railway Board, New Delhi as COVID-19 cases began to drastically rise. Awareness was created to the rail passengers and others on the need to wear masks while entering railway station premises by pasting stickers in important stations falling under the limits of Tiruchi Division.