The pistols and magazines seized by the RPF from Tripura
Sundari Express on May 8.
- DIMAPUR — In
response to escalating security challenges across the country, the Railway
Protection Force (RPF) of North Frontier Railway (NFR) has significantly
strengthened its security protocols at stations, trains and railway premises.
- With an increased focus on passenger safety in the current
national security environment, these measures are designed to address threats
such as child trafficking, human trafficking, drugging incidents, stone pelting
and other untoward events, the NFR stated in a press release.
- “RPF, in close collaboration with railway authorities is
actively enhancing security and surveillance across the entire network. This
includes coordinated joint patrolling with the Government Railway Police (GRP)
and local law enforcement agencies to ensure a secure environment at railway
stations and along track routes,” it stated.
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- As part of its intensified security efforts, NFR
successfully conducted coordinated mock drills at important railway stations in
collaboration with district administrations.
- These drills, which included air siren alerts and blackout
protocols, were aimed at testing and enhancing emergency response preparedness.
In line with its commitment to passenger safety, NFR also reinforced women’s
security by deploying strengthened Anti-Crime Patrol (ACP) units and dedicated
women’s security teams.
- Anti-trafficking operations have also been intensified to
curb illegal activities and safeguard the dignity and security of all
travellers.
- In a recent incident on May 8, while carrying out routine
duties on Train No. 14620 UP (Tripura Sundari Express), the RPF found two
unclaimed bags on the upper berth. Upon investigation the bags contained eight
pistols and 16 magazines.
- RPF team immediately secured the firearms and transferred
them to the RPF Post at Agartala for further legal action. Later that day, the
Director General (Intelligence), Tripura, visited Agartala Railway Station to
review the incident and the successful seizure.
- “NFR remains fully dedicated to enhancing the safety and
security of passengers and railway assets. Continuous improvements are being
made to strengthen security measures in response to evolving challenges. The
RPF with unwavering diligence and a deep commitment to public safety,
consistently takes proactive steps to ensure a secure and reliable railway
environment for all travellers,” the release added.
