Archive · 16 Dec 2025
Kolkata Metro Warns Penalty for Door Obstruction
A woman on the Kolkata Metro tried to stop the doors of a train from closing so her friend could get on.
This made the train late and upset other passengers.
The Metro authorities said this is not allowed and people who do this could be punished.
They also said they have cameras to catch anyone doing this.
The Metro asked everyone to follow the rules to keep things running smoothly.
A woman obstructed the doors of a Metro coach on 13 December, causing a delay.
The incident occurred on the Yellow Line, affecting the Jai Hind Bimanbandar to Noapara route.
The motorman had to manually lock the doors, resuming the journey after the delay.
Kolkata Metro Railway warned of penalties for such obstructions, including using physical force or backpacks.
Authorities emphasized the use of CCTV cameras to identify and take action against offenders.
- Who
- Commuters, Kolkata Metro Railway authorities
- What
- Obstruction of Metro coach doors, warning of penalties
- When
- Incident on 13 December, warning issued subsequently
- Where
- Yellow Line, Kolkata Metro
- Why
- To maintain punctuality and passenger convenience
- Date of Incident
- 13 December
- Location
- Yellow Line, Kolkata Metro
- Involved Coach
- Coach number 5054, Rake MR-514
- Route
- Jai Hind Bimanbandar to Noapara
- Action Taken
- Manual door locking by motorman
- Authority's Response
- Warning and potential penalty for offenders
- Surveillance
- CCTV cameras in rakes and stations