New Delhi, March 28 -- Union Railways Ministry said on Saturday advertisements that are objectionable in the eyes of law like alcoholic drinks, tobacco and smoking are prohibited from being displayed in stations and trains.

"Indian Railways has formulated comprehensive Non-Fare Revenue (NFR) policies to earn non-fare revenue through advertisement and branding initiatives. Under the Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising policy, there are opportunities for advertising in circulating areas of stations," the Railways Ministry said in a statement.

"Rail Display Network (RDN) policy enables digital advertising through screens and display systems in stations and circulating areas. In addition, mobile assets such as trains and coaches (both inside and ...