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.
Also read: Hectic preparations underway for Shirui Lily Festival 2025
- 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.
