Malishka Gets the Facts from Western Railway CPRO Vineet Abhishek: Can Loud Phone Conversations and Reels Get You Fined in Mumbai Locals?

 

A news update about loud phone conversations and playing reels at high volume inside local trains being a punishable offence sparked questions among Mumbaikars. Malishka connected with Western Railway CPRO Vineet Abhishek to clarify the news and understand whether this rule applies to Mumbai local trains or is specific to South Indian Railways. The conversation brought out an important clarification: while the news doing the rounds was about South Indian trains, rules against causing nuisance through loud conversations and playing music or videos at high volume already exist for Mumbai local trains too. Malishka also raised the all-important question: what are the penalties or charges commuters can face for violating these rules?