Northeast Frontier Railway ensures train safety amidst heavy rains

Published on Jun 2, 2025

Northeast Frontier Railway officials inspect railway tracks to ensure passenger safety and infrastructure integrity.
DIMAPUR — The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is proactively implementing comprehensive measures to maintain uninterrupted and safe train services across the North Eastern region, particularly in response to the ongoing heavy monsoon rains.
“Recognising the challenges posed by the region’s complex terrain and severe weather conditions, NFR has intensified its monitoring and maintenance activities to ensure passenger safety and infrastructure integrity,” the NFR stated in a press release.
To support its efforts towards addressing the track safety and stability during this monsoon, the NFR has deployed stationary watchmen at all vulnerable locations, with particular emphasis on critical sections such as Lumding–Badarpur hills section and various locations in Tripura.
Regular patrolling is being conducted to monitor track and infrastructure conditions. Senior officials, including the additional general manager and divisional railway managers of NFR, are personally supervising the situation continuously.

“Trolley patrolling is being carried out by officers to ensure close monitoring and regular inspections are being undertaken. To further strengthen ground-level vigilance, senior officers have also been deputed in the field to closely monitor vulnerable locations and coordinate prompt responses as needed,” it stated.
In addition, the NFR has adopted technological initiatives to address its risks associated with landslides, drainage issues and embankment stability. These include drone-based LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), high-resolution aerial imaging, and electromagnetic surveys over an 80-kilometer stretch of the Lumding-Badarpur hill section.
“These technologies facilitate the early detection of underground faults and water-logged areas, enabling pre-emptive actions to mitigate potential hazards.
Additionally, Terrestrial Laser Scanning (TLS) has been introduced at critical points to enhance tunnel safety and structural monitoring during peak rainfall periods.
“NFR remains committed to maintaining safe and reliable rail connectivity in the region despite the challenging weather conditions,” the release added.