Ahmedabad: The Ahmedabad Metro, a lifeline for commuters, offers more than just swift travel. Amidst its modern convenience, the Gujarat Metro Rail Corporation (GMRC) has laid down a set of etiquettes to ensure a smooth and safe journey for all passengers.

Ever wondered about the dos and don’ts of riding the Ahmedabad Metro? Here’s a quick rundown straight from GMRC’s playbook:

Do’s:

1. Be Vigilant: Immediately inform Metro staff or security personnel about any unusual incidents or suspicious activities observed inside trains or at stations.
2. Queue Up: Maintain discipline by standing in queues while waiting for trains at the platform to facilitate orderly boarding.
3. Mind the Exit: Allow passengers to alight before boarding the train to avoid congestion and ensure smooth flow.
4. Travel Light: Limit your baggage to 25 kgs with dimensions not exceeding 80 cm (Length) x 50 cm (Breadth) x 30 cm (Height).
5. Consider Fellow Passengers: Avoid behaviors like reading newspapers or crossing legs that occupy extra space in crowded trains.
6. Stay Sober: Refrain from consuming alcohol and behave in a respectful manner towards fellow passengers.
7. Watch Your Step: Be cautious of the gap between the train and the platform edge to prevent accidents.
8. Report Misconduct: It is prohibited to beg, solicit, or conduct group activities within Metro premises. Report such activities promptly to station staff.
9. Check Lost & Found: Ensure you have all your belongings before leaving the train or station; reported lost items to GMRC’s Lost & Found Cell.

Don’ts:

1. Littering Prohibited: Keep Metro premises clean; do not spit or throw garbage.
2. No Eating or Drinking: Consumption of food or beverages is not permitted inside trains or station paid areas.
3. Pet Policy: Pets are not allowed inside Metro stations.
4. No Smoking: Smoking is strictly prohibited within Metro premises.
5. Valid Ticket Required: Always travel with a valid token or media.
6. No Ticket Sharing: Refrain from sharing your ticket media with others.
7. Stay Off Tracks: Never step onto the Metro tracks.
8. Door Safety: Do not attempt to force open Metro doors.
9. No Defacement: Avoid defacing Metro stations or trains with posters.
10. Escalator Etiquette: Refrain from running or playing games on escalators.
11. Door Caution: Avoid leaning on or interfering with train doors to prevent disruptions in train operations.
12. Platform Safety: Refrain from rushing or pushing on platforms to maintain order and prevent accidents.

Prohibited Items

GMRC strictly prohibits carrying the following items within Metro premises:

• Petroleum and other inflammable liquids
• Inflammable solids
• Manure of any kind
• Rags, including oily rags
• Oxidising substances
• Poisonous (toxic) substances
• Acids and other corrosives
• Radioactive substances
• Blood, dried
• Corpses
• Bones, excluding bleached and cleaned bones
• Gases, compressed, liquefied, or dissolved under pressure
• Explosive substances, which possess risk of explosion, or fire, or both
• Any decayed animal or vegetable matter
• Human ashes
• Parts of the human body
• Human Skeleton
• Additionally, any other article declared as dangerous or offensive material by the metro railway administration from time to time

By adhering to these guidelines, passengers contribute to a smoother, safer, and more enjoyable travel experience on the Ahmedabad Metro.