The Railways Act, 1989 · XIV — REGULATION OF HOURS OF WORK AND PERIOD OF REST

Section 176. Obstructing level crossing

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

176. Obstructing level crossing .—If any railway servant unnecessarily— (a) allows any rolling stock to stand across a place where the railway crosses a public road on the level; or (b) keeps a level crossing closed against the public, he shall be punishable with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees.

Source: India Code