Hidden Fire Risk in Station Tea: Indian Railways Urges Passenger Vigilance

• Indian Railways warns against hidden fire risks from portable stoves used by vendors for tea.
• Eastern Railway appeals to passengers to avoid carrying or using flammable materials on trains or premises.
• Strictly prohibited items include gas cylinders, kerosene stoves, chemical heaters, bidis, cigarettes, and hookahs.
• Passengers are urged not to dispose of burning matchsticks or cigarette butts carelessly.
• Carrying dry grass, fireworks, petrol, thinner, or explosives on public transport is legally punishable.