CMRL increases fine for those playing loud music or causing nuisance in Metro Rails

Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) has announced that it would increase the penalty for those causing nuisance to fellow passengers. According to a press release, CMRL will levy a fine on those who listen to music or play videos without earphones, use a speaker or engage in loud conversations under Section 59 of the Metro Railways (Operations and Maintenance) Act 2002. Now, after a recent amendment via the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026, the penalty will go up from the earlier fine of ₹500 to a fine of up to ₹2,500, the release said. Also, the passenger may be removed from the Metro Rail premises by authorised personnel. CMRL has said, commuters should use headphones and not converse in a loud tone.