
Railways to impose ₹ 500 fine for not wearing masks
The Hindu
MaduraiSouthern Railway will impose a fine up to ₹ 500 under Indian Railways (Penalties for activities affecting cleanliness on railway premises) Rules, 2012, from persons not wearing face mask/cover
Madurai Southern Railway will impose a fine up to ₹ 500 under Indian Railways (Penalties for activities affecting cleanliness on railway premises) Rules, 2012, from persons not wearing face mask/cover on railway premises, including trains. A statement said that as per the railway board instructions, Southern Railway will take action with immediate effect for six months till further advice.More Related News

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