Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Bengaluru Metro Hikes Penalties for Rule Violations
The Bengaluru Metro has increased the fines for breaking rules.
Walking on the tracks, which is very dangerous, now costs Rs 20,000.
Going into restricted areas without permission costs Rs 5,000.
Making loud noise, being drunk, or doing something inappropriate now costs Rs 2,500.
The metro wants people to follow the rules to keep everyone safe.
Bengaluru Metro has increased penalties for rule violations by over 400%.
Track trespassing fine raised to Rs 20,000, a fourfold increase.
Unauthorized entry into restricted zones now costs up to Rs 5,000.
Disruptive protests or unauthorized posters on metro premises fined up to Rs 10,000.
Fines for everyday nuisances like loud music, public intoxication, and carrying prohibited items increased to Rs 2,500.
- Who
- Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL)
- What
- Hiked penalties for various rule violations
- When
- Effective from Sunday
- Where
- Bengaluru Metro
- Why
- To discourage dangerous and disruptive behaviors
Public Safety Advocates
Commuters and Critics
Penalty Increases
Public Safety Advocates
The significant increase in penalties is necessary to ensure public safety and deter dangerous behaviors.
Commuters and Critics
The new fines are excessively high and may disproportionately affect lower-income commuters.
- Track Trespassing Fine
- Rs 20,000
- Unauthorized Zone Entry Fine
- Rs 5,000
- Disruptive Protests/Unauthorized Posters Fine
- Rs 10,000
- Loud Music/Public Intoxication/Indecent Conduct/Prohibited Items Fine
- Rs 2,500
- Counterfeiting/Altering Tickets Fine
- Rs 20,000
- Illegally Reselling Tickets Fine
- Rs 20,000