Unable to get off the train before the doors closed? Here’s what to do on the Vande Bharat.

Vande Bharat Train: Passengers sometimes get trapped inside Vande Bharat trains due to their automatic door systems. Instead of panicking and taking the wrong step in such situations, one should act sensibly. Here are a few things to know.

Vande Bharat Train: Indian Railways has undergone significant changes over time. Trains once ran on coal, then gradually shifted to electricity. Journeys that used to take a long time now conclude much faster, getting passengers to their destinations quickly. The Vande Bharat is one such modern train. It has been designed with passenger convenience and safety in mind. Although the fare is slightly higher than that of standard trains, it offers a range of modern amenities.

If you have traveled on the Vande Bharat, you would have noticed its automatic door system; the doors close automatically shortly before the train is scheduled to depart. But imagine this scenario: you have come to see off an acquaintance at their seat, and the doors close before you can step off the train—what should you do?

Act Wisely

If you are unable to exit the train and it has already started moving, avoid doing the following:

Never pull the emergency chain out of panic.
Doing so is a legal offense.
You could even face imprisonment.
Do not attempt to force the doors open.
If the train has started moving and you are still inside, you will be considered an unauthorized traveler (traveling without a ticket).

Use the Emergency Button

Once the doors have closed, you can use the emergency talk-back button.
This system connects you to the loco pilot and train staff.
If the train is still at the station, there is a possibility that the doors can be opened.

What Should You Do?

In such a situation, you should speak to the TTE (Train Ticket Examiner).
Explain your situation to the TTE.
The TTE may impose a fine in such cases. After paying the fine and completing the necessary formalities, the passenger is permitted to disembark at the station.
Therefore, one should avoid panicking and taking hasty, incorrect actions in such situations.
Instead, one should seek assistance safely to avoid any complications.

Maintain Metro-like Discipline

If you have traveled by Metro, you are likely aware that it features an automatic door system. The doors open briefly upon reaching a station and close automatically. The Vande Bharat train operates similarly; however, unlike the Metro—where stations are close together and one can easily get off at the next stop—boarding the Vande Bharat without a valid ticket can lead to fines and disciplinary action by the TTE (Traveling Ticket Examiner).

Avoid This Mistake

Note a common mistake people make: accompanying relatives all the way to their seats on trains like the Vande Bharat. Unlike conventional trains, it is difficult to reopen the doors once they have closed. Additionally, some passengers arrive late and board at the last minute, which can be dangerous. Rushing to board or disembark can lead to accidents; such behavior should be avoided.