Delhi Metro warns influencers about filming phone-sticking reels
They publishedDelhi Metro warns influencers against filming viral phone-sticking reels: ‘Necessary action shall be taken’
First reportThe Times of India · 6 Sept, 08:09Z
Latest reportMint · 6 Sept, 09:05Z
Span1 hours · two reports
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Why it matters
What
DMRC warned creators against attaching phones, including with suction mounts, to moving Delhi Metro windows for videos.
Why
The advisory cites passenger inconvenience, injury risks, device damage, and possible action under Metro premises rules.
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DMRC could take action under Metro premises rules if creators continue filming phone-sticking videos.
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Summary
- DMRC warns social media creators about video trend involving sticking phones to moving train windows.
- Videos show creators running alongside trains to create cinematic effects.
- The practice could injure passengers or damage phones, according to DMRC.
- Authorities say they will take necessary action against offenders.
- Creators are advised not to shoot such videos within Delhi Metro premises.
Summary
- DMRC issued an advisory against attaching phones to moving Metro windows for videos.
- Creators filming this trend could face action under Metro premises rules.
- Videos show phones mounted on train windows, sometimes with suction mounts.
- One viral clip reportedly reached around 135 million views before others emerged.
- Advisory cites risks of passenger inconvenience, injuries, and device damage.