Thinking of taking alcohol on the train? Read these rules before travelling, otherwise you will have to go straight to jail:

National Desk, New Delhi. A very important and strong warning has come out for crores of passengers traveling by Indian Railways. Often some people plan to carry liquor with them while going on long distance journeys or holidays, but this one small mistake of yours can make you a criminal. In the year 2026, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) has made the checking campaign even more stringent. Under the Indian Railways Act, carrying or consuming alcohol in a train is not only prohibited but also amounts to a serious punishable offence.

Close eye of law: Direct action will be taken under section 145

Indian Railways Act, 1989 section 145 It is very clear in this matter. According to this, drinking alcohol or carrying liquor bottles in any train coach or railway station premises is completely prohibited. If a passenger is found in an intoxicated state or misbehaving with co-passengers, the Railway Police reserves the right to arrest him immediately without warrant.

Heavy fine and jail: Not only Rs 500, career can also be tarnished

The punishment for violating railway rules can land you in trouble:

Financial penalty: If caught, a fine can be imposed on the spot.

Jail sentence: Passenger depending on the seriousness of the offense imprisonment up to 6 months Might be possible.

Eviction from travel: The railway officer has the right to confiscate the ticket of the passenger and deboard him from the train at the next station.

‘Dry State’ affair: Those going to Bihar and Gujarat should pay special attention

If your train is passing through dry states like Bihar or Gujarat, the laws can be even more dire. Along with the Railway Law in these states State Excise Law also applies. In such a situation, if caught with liquor, non-bailable sections can be imposed, which have a provision of years in jail and heavy fine. Even carrying a sealed bottle can land you behind bars.

Identifying the Vigilant Passenger: Use RailMadad

Railway administration repeatedly appeals to the passengers to stay away from any intoxicant for a safe and pleasant journey. If any passenger in your coach is drinking or creating nuisance, you should immediately 139 helpline number You can call or RailMadad You can lodge a complaint on the app. On your complaint, the RPF team will be found ready to take action at the next station itself.