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Maligaon, May 9 (MExN): As part of its intensified security efforts, North Frontier Railway (NFR) has 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, stated a press release issued by Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, Chief Public Relations Officer, NFR.
In line with its commitment to passenger safety, NFR has 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.
On May 8, while carrying out routine duties on Train No. 14620 UP (Tripura Sundari Express), RPF of NFR found two unclaimed bags on the upper berth. “Upon investigation the bags contained 8 pistols and 16 magazines,” the release stated.
It added that 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.
At the time of the inspection, the DG appreciated RPF Jawans Anjan Pal and Ashim Aich for their quick and effective action in ensuring railway security.
