Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw today reviewed the functioning of War Room at Rail Bhawan in New Delhi amid the ongoing festive season. The War Room provides live visual feeds from railway stations, covering critical areas such as platforms, foot-over bridges and station surroundings.
During the review meeting, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the role of technology in strengthening real-time monitoring, operational efficiency and passenger management. Talking to the media, Mr Vaishnaw said that Indian Railways has significantly strengthened its festive-season arrangements through improved crowd management, special train services and dedicated passenger holding areas at around 20 stations including New Delhi and Anand Vihar Terminal. He informed that over 18,000 additional special trains are being operated during the festivals of Diwali and Chhath Puja compared to around 12 thousand last year.
The arrangements at Stations also include dedicated ticket counters, multiple scanning facilities to ensure smooth passenger movement. Additional 700 AI cameras have also been installed to strengthen surveillance and security at stations. Anand Kumar for Akashvani News Delhi
Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw today also visited the Anand Vihar Railway Station to review passenger facilities, security arrangements and preparations for managing the increased rush. During the inspection, he inquired about their feedback regarding the various facilities and services provided by Indian Railways.
