Northeast Frontier Railway on eviction drive against unauthorised encroachment
The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is conducting eviction drives to remove unauthorised encroachment on railway land across its jurisdiction
- DIMAPUR — The
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is conducting eviction drives to remove
unauthorised encroachment on railway land across its jurisdiction.
- As part of its (NFR) commitment towards ensuring the safety,
security and smooth operations of railway works along its premises, the Railway
Protection Force (RPF) of NFR carries out checks and eviction drives from time
to time at key railway locations, the NFR stated in a press release.
- Recently, the Engineering Department, with the support of
RPF/NFR, undertook a large-scale eviction operation on February 11 at
Jalpaiguri Railway Station area, resulting in the dismantling of 60–70
unauthorised Non-concrete ‘Kachha’ structures.
- “This major step reinforces NFR’s continuous efforts to
safeguard railway property from illegal occupation,” it stated.
- On January 23, a similar operation was conducted at New
Jalpaiguri Railway colony, leading to removal of an unauthorised structure.
- These initiatives are crucial in maintaining clear railway
premises, ensuring unimpeded railway operations and preventing unauthorised
settlements that pose safety risks. RPF of NFR undertakes regular monitoring
and preventive measures to curb encroachments before they become entrenched,
the NFR informed.
- “Awareness campaigns, surveillance patrols and strict
enforcement actions are part of the strategic moves adopted by NFR and its
protection unit to deter further unauthorized encroachments.
- “NFR remains steadfast in its mission towards keeping
railway lands and property, free from encroachments. Passengers and
stakeholders are urged to cooperate with railway authorities and report any
unauthorised occupation of railway property,” the release stated.
