Do you also like to travel from Indian Railways? Do you like to travel in train with your friends and family? If yes, you will definitely try to book a seat simultaneously. But what will you do if you book seats in different coaches or do not get seats in front of each other? If your answer is that you exchange seats, be careful! According to the rules of the railway, it is a legal offense and may also have a jail for this.
According to the rules of the railway, changing the seat with another passenger is a legal offense. Also, if a person sells goods in the railway premises without permission, it will also be considered a crime. Such violations can be prosecuted for heavy fines and imprisonment.
Under Section 144 of Indian Railways, the convict may face both imprisonment and fine. Selling goods without permission can lead to imprisonment of 1 year and a fine of up to 2 thousand rupees. Apart from this, traveling in another seat or compartment is also a legal offense, for which a fine of up to Rs 250 can be imposed.
If you sell your train tickets in the black market or give it to someone else, it is also a legal offense. Train tickets can only be sold through the railways. Action is taken under Section 143 for selling tickets without their permission, under which a sentence of 3 years and a fine of up to Rs 10,000 can be done. Watch the video to know the rules of the railway …
Traveling on waiting tickets is also considered a crime. If you travel without a confirmed ticket or your ticket is canceled, you may have to pay a fine of Rs 250. TTE can also rent from you and leave you at the next station.
