Do not allow matchboxes on Metro, says govt

The Delhi government’s health department on Thursday issued a compliance notice to the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) for allowing matchboxes and lighters inside the Metro despite inflammable substances being prohibited on the metro premises.

“DMRC is issued a strict compliance notice under Section 4, Rule 3, Sub-rule 1(C) under Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act, 2003 to immediately stop allowing matchbox & lighter to be carried by commuters within the metro trains/premises or legal action will be initiated against commuters and DMRC,” the notice said.