September 12, 2026

Section 175 – Endangering the Safety of Persons – The Railways Act, 1989

175. Endangering the safety of persons

If any railway servant, when on duty, endangers the safety of any person—

  • (a) by disobeying any rule made under this Act; or
  • (b) by disobeying any instruction, direction or order under this Act or the rules made thereunder; or
  • (c) by any rash or negligent act or omission,

he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.