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In view of the ensuing Diwali festive season, South Central Railway makes an appeal to all its passengers / customers not to carry fire crackers / inflammable substances in trains or in Railway premises.            Carrying of such items in trains or in stations pose grave safety threat and creates a highly unsafe situation for all the passengers around. Any unintentional pressure applied o­n fire crackers or a small spark can lead to a big mishap with dire consequences. Hence, South Central Railway requests all rail users not to carry fire crackers or any other inflammable / explosive articles such as Gas Cylinder, Petrol / Diesel / Kerosene, Stoves, Lantern, Explosive Chemical Powder, detonating substances etc., as luggage / parcel with them. Smoking also is probhited.            As per section 67, 154, 164 and 165 of the Railways Act 1989, carrying inflammable and explosive articles o­n Railways is a punishable offence, with a punishment up to 3 years Jail or fine up to Rs. 1000/- or both, besides being liable for the loss/injury or damage caused. In the interest of Public Safety and Security South Central Railway appeals to passengers that in case they notice any such suspicious and dangerous explosive/inflammable material in trains or at stations, they may immediately alert the nearest Railway Staff or call o­n 040-27833366 or SMS to 09701370728 to enable the Railways to initiate prompt action.                            Apart from checks to prevent carrying of these unsafe articles, S.C. Railway is making concerted efforts to make people aware of the danger posed by carrying fireworks / inflammables through publicity involving the Print and Electronic Media, So as to enhance public awareness o­n the same.