Stealing bedsheets or pillows from trains? Know punishment you may face

Blankets, pillows, and bedsheets are provided to passengers in AC coaches of trains. Image Source : Indian Railways

In India, people often steal pillows, blankets, and bedsheets from railways. Image Source : X

As per the report, in 2023-24, as many as 18,208 sheets, 2,796 blankets, 19,767 pillow covers and 3,08,505 towels were stolen from the trains. Image Source : X

But do you know what is the punishment for stealing railway goods? Image Source : PTI

The Railway Property Act 1966 prescribes punishment for theft and possession of railway property. Image Source : PTI

First-time offenders can face a jail term of 1 to 5 years. Image Source : Pexels

A fine of Rs 1,000 will also be imposed for the first offence. Image Source : Pexels

For a second or subsequent offence, the jail term increases to 2 to 5 years. Image Source : Pexels

A fine of Rs 2,000 is also applicable for repeat offenders. Image Source : Pexels

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