Mumbai Local Train – Popular social media content creator Mayank Jha has released a formal video apology following a summon and counselling session by the Railway Protection Force (RPF). The intervention came after several of his prank videos, filmed inside Mumbai’s local trains and across various railway stations, generated widespread backlash and safety concerns on social media.
Mumbai Local Train – RPF Action and Railway Directives
The action was initiated by Western Railway authorities after prank clips—including passengers being filmed without consent and loud speakers being operated inside coaches—went viral. Following a notice, the creator appeared at the RPF office in Bandra, where officials counselled him regarding the legal ramifications and public inconvenience caused by unauthorized filming. Reposting the creator’s statement on social media platform X, Western Railway reinforced that content creation must never compromise passenger comfort or safety.
Mumbai Local Train – Creator’s Public Apology and Warning to Others
In his public statement, the creator expressed regret for his actions and announced an immediate end to shooting prank videos inside local trains. Addressing his followers, he cautioned aspiring digital creators against chasing views through disruptive antics on public transit networks. He emphasized that making videos on railway property without prior legal permission can lead to strict law enforcement measures, permanent criminal records, and severe career setbacks.
Mumbai Local Train – Strict Crackdown on Public Nuisance
Railway authorities have intensified monitoring across Mumbai’s suburban rail networks to prevent public nuisance and unauthorized commercial filming. Officials reiterated that passengers should remain vigilant and report any disruptive behavior to the railway helpline (139) or nearby RPF posts. While the creator clarified that his broader lifestyle video series will continue, railway filming will strictly abide by official permissions moving forward.
