The
Ministry of Railways has intensified security measures across the country’s
railway network and appealed to passengers to remain alert and vigilant while
travelling. Passengers have been advised to immediately report any suspicious
activity, unattended object, or suspicious individual on railway premises by
calling the Railway helpline number 139.
The
appeal was made after a high-level security review meeting chaired by Union
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at Rail Bhawan in New Delhi. Minister of
State for Railways V. Somanna and Minister of State for Railways Ravneet
Singh Bittu were also present at the meeting along with the Chairman of the
Railway Board and senior railway officials from different zones across the
country.
During
the meeting, the Railway Ministry reviewed recent incidents affecting railway
operations and infrastructure. Officials noted that preliminary investigations
into multiple incidents, including recent fire-related cases, have indicated
the possible involvement of anti-social elements. The Railway Protection Force
(RPF) is actively investigating these cases. The Ministry stated that in
several instances, timely intervention and prompt action by railway staff and
security personnel helped prevent major accidents and ensured passenger safety.
In view of these developments, Indian Railways has decided to further
strengthen intelligence gathering systems and enhance security coordination
across the railway network.
Union Railway
Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said Indian Railways is extensively using modern
technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), drones, CCTV surveillance
systems and digital monitoring tools to improve the safety and security of
trains, passengers and railway stations. He added that intelligence gathering
at the grassroots level by the Railway Protection Force is also being
strengthened in mission mode.
The
meeting focused on improving reporting systems from field units, increasing
CCTV coverage across stations and railway tracks, upgrading camera
specifications and deploying AI-based surveillance systems for faster detection
and response. Discussions were also held on strengthening cyber security
systems and improving coordination between the Railway Protection Force and
Government Railway Police for better information sharing and effective security
management.
Indian Railways has
appealed to passengers to actively cooperate with railway authorities by
remaining vigilant during travel and reporting any suspicious movement or
activity without delay. Officials said public participation is essential in
preventing anti-social activities and ensuring a safe railway environment for
millions of passengers travelling daily across the country.