Saudi Arabia: Up to Rs 22 crore fine for violating Railway Law

Repeated violations may result in a maximum fine of 20 million Saudi Riyal (Rs 44,77,14,776) for the violator.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has announced the imposition of a fine of up to 10 million Saudi Riyal (Rs 22,38,54,944) for those who violate Railway Law and its executive regulations.

Repeated violations may result in a maximum fine of 20 million Saudi Riyal (Rs 44,77,14,776) for the violator.

The regulations stipulate that any violation of railway rules in stations or facilities is a punishable offense.

Major violations include:

• The use of railways or parts of them for purposes other than their designated ones, as well as parking of vehicles and equipment in designated areas
• The act of leaving animals in railway premises that are not specifically designed for this purpose
• Crossing tracks outside of designated areas is strictly prohibited
• Trespassing on railway property
• Obstructing railway operations
• The construction of unauthorized structures near tracks is being prohibited
• Interfering with train operations
• Damaging infrastructure or engaging in sabotage
• Failure to report accidents or security breaches.