By Southern Railway has issued a strong warning to the public about throwing stones at moving trains. This dangerous act is not just a prank; it is a serious crime that can lead to many years in prison. Recently, there have been several reports of stones being thrown at trains, including the modern Vande Bharat Express. These incidents have caused broken windows and put the lives of many innocent people in danger.
When someone throws a stone at a moving train, it acts like a dangerous weapon. Because the train is traveling at a high speed, even a small stone can hit the glass with great force. This often causes the window panes to shatter. The flying glass pieces can seriously injure passengers sitting inside.
Railway officials are very worried about the safety of travelers. They mentioned that these stones can cause permanent harm or even blindness if they hit a person’s eyes. Children and senior citizens are at high risk during these incidents. Apart from physical injuries, such acts create a lot of fear and stress for everyone on board. It also damages expensive railway property, which belongs to the public.
Southern Railway wants everyone to know that there are very strict laws against this behavior. According to the Railways Act of 1989, throwing stones at a train is a punishable offence. There are two main sections that the police use to arrest offenders:
Under Section 152, if a person throws a stone or any object at a train with the intention to hurt someone, they can be sent to jail for ten years. In very serious cases, the punishment can even be life imprisonment.
Under Section 154, any act that endangers the safety of passengers is also punishable with jail time and heavy fines. Even if the person did not mean to hurt anyone but was just being careless, they can still face up to five years in prison.
To stop these crimes, the Railway Protection Force and the Government Railway Police have started working together. They have increased patrolling in areas where stone pelting happens most often. Officers are now keeping a close watch on tracks and nearby bridges.
The railways are also using technology to catch the criminals. CCTV cameras have been installed at many locations to identify people who throw stones. Once a person is identified, the police take immediate action to arrest them and present them before the court.
Southern Railway is asking for help from parents, teachers, and leaders in the community. They want adults to talk to children and teenagers about the dangers of stone pelting. Sometimes, young people do this without realizing how much harm they are causing. It is important to teach them that railway property is public property and must be protected.
The railway department also encourages citizens to be vigilant. If you see anyone behaving suspiciously near the tracks or throwing things at trains, you should report it immediately. You can call the railway helpline number 139 to give information. Your quick action could save a life and help keep our trains safe for everyone. Safe travel is a shared responsibility, and with public cooperation, these dangerous incidents can be stopped.
Southern Railway has warned that stone pelting on moving trains is a serious crime punishable under the Railways Act, 1989. Incidents have damaged trains like Vande Bharat Express and endangered passenger safety. Offenders can face up to life imprisonment. Authorities have increased patrolling, installed CCTV cameras, and urged public awareness to prevent such dangerous acts and ensure safe travel.
