Hyderabad(Jan, 29) : Director General of Police Ravi Gupta spearheaded a comprehensive review of the State Level Security Committee for Railways (SLSCR), focusing on enhancing security measures across railway areas within the state. This initiative saw a collaborative effort involving the railway police, encompassing both the Government Railway Police (GRP) and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) wings, along with railway officials. Led by Additional Director General of Police for Railways & Road Safety, Mahesh M Bhagwat, the review meeting held at the DGP’s office aimed to assess current security protocols and address potential areas for improvement. Attendees included key figures such as the Railway Protection Force’s Inspector General and Principal Chief Security Commissioner Aroma Singh Thakur, alongside various other senior officials.
During the session, DGP Ravi Gupta underscored the importance of augmenting police personnel allocation for Railway Police in Telangana state, particularly emphasizing the need for enhanced surveillance through additional CCTV installations and bolstered security equipment at railway stations. He advocated for proactive measures to ensure heightened security during peak traffic periods, such as festivals and holidays, and urged for thorough investigations into railway accidents by GRP personnel.
Additional DGP Mahesh M Bhagwat echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the imperative of installing foot over bridges and implementing fencing measures to mitigate railway accidents. Furthermore, he proposed the establishment of railway police stations in strategic locations to expedite the filing of complaints by victims. The meeting also deliberated on upgrading facilities at various railway stations and providing enhanced medical services for GRP personnel. DGP Ravi Gupta concluded the session by issuing directives to railway passengers on safety precautions and reporting suspicious activities, underscoring the importance of community vigilance and collaboration for ensuring passenger safety.
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