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A female passenger travelling on Namma Metro was fined ₹500 for eating food while on the train, violating metro regulations. The violation was captured on camera and shared on social media, leading to identification and the fine.
Bengaluru: A female passenger travelling to Magadi Road Metro Station was fined ₹500 today for violating metro regulations. On April 26th, she violated metro rules by eating while travelling on the train. This violation was captured on camera by a fellow passenger and uploaded to social media. She has now been identified and fined.
The security personnel fined her this morning when she entered the Madavar Metro Station at Nice Road Junction. As outlined in Bangalore Metro regulations, consuming food and beverages is strictly prohibited within metro premises and trains. This policy helps prevent littering, maintain hygiene, and preserve a pleasant environment for everyone travelling.
BMRCL encourages all passengers to comply with these rules and make every effort to uphold the cleanliness of the metro system. The Bangalore Metro is a convenient mode of transport, and adhering to the rules is essential to ensure a comfortable and safe travel experience for all passengers, the metro corporation stated. Passengers should keep in mind the rules to be followed on the metro and maintain the metro environment. This strict action is solely to provide a clean and comfortable travel experience for all passengers, the Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) said.
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