Railway Protection Force of North Frontier Railway enhances vigilance, recovers firearms on train

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.
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• 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.
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• “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.
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• 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.
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• Anti-trafficking operations have also been intensified to curb illegal activities and safeguard the dignity and security of all travellers.
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• 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.
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• 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.
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• “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.