Train Alcohol Rules: Carrying Liquor? Know State Laws or Face Jail!
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News18•25-01-2026, 22:37
Train Alcohol Rules: Carrying Liquor? Know State Laws or Face Jail!
- •Train passengers often face confusion regarding carrying alcohol, especially during holidays.
- •The Railway Department considers trains as public places and enforces rules for safety and discipline.
- •While the Railway Act of 1989 doesn't explicitly ban alcohol, state excise laws dictate its transport.
- •Carrying alcohol is only permitted if legal in the originating state; illegal in prohibition states like Gujarat, Bihar, Nagaland, and Lakshadweep.
- •Violations can lead to up to six months imprisonment, fines of ₹500-₹1,000, or both, with stricter penalties in prohibition states.
Why It Matters: Always check state excise laws before carrying alcohol on trains to avoid legal consequences.
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