Train safety alert: Central Railway warns after passenger seen cooking on moving train | VIDEO

Mumbai: A video showing a woman cooking inside a train carriage has gone viral, sparking concern among netizens over safety and civic sense. Most passengers either bring food from home or purchase hot meals from trains or railway platforms during brief halts.

However, in the viral clip, a Maharashtrian woman is seen cooking inside the bogie, prompting criticism from some viewers about the potential hazards.

Central Railway takes action

The Central Railway has issued a warning against the practice. “Action is being initiated against the channel and the person concerned. Using an electronic kettle inside trains is strictly prohibited. It is unsafe, illegal, and a punishable offence. It can lead to a fire incident and be disastrous for other passengers as well. It may also cause disruption of the electric supply and malfunction of the AC and other electronic ports in the Train. Passengers are advised to refrain from any such hazardous behaviour. If they notice any such activity, they are requested to report it immediately to the concerned authorities to ensure safety,” the railway authority stated on X.