Bhubaneswar, March 29 -- In a significant move aimed at maintaining public decency and legal compliance, Indian Railways has reiterated a zero-tolerance policy on objectionable advertisements across its vast network, including trains and station premises. Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw informed the Rajya Sabha that advertisements promoting alcohol, tobacco, smoking, or any form of explicit or legally objectionable content are strictly prohibited in railway spaces.

The Railways has adopted an ethical, policy-driven approach to advertising as part of its broader strategy to generate non-fare revenue while safeguarding public interest. Advertising is permitted across multiple platforms such as train coaches (both interiors and exte...