Major upgrade in security on suburban rly after 11/7 blasts
"Suburban stations now have 3,048 CCTVs installed. Out of a total 451 ladies coaches, 305 CCTVs have been installed in 146 suburban local trains. Major stations have been equipped with high-definition IP-based CCTVs with real-time video feeds integrated with station control rooms, monitored by trained RPF personnel," said Western Railway chief spokesperson Vineet Abhishek.
Central Railway chief PRO Swapnil Nila said a total 771 ladies coaches on CR have CCTV cameras with talkback facility for commuters to ensure their safety.
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For baggage scanning and screening, X-ray baggage scanners have been installed at selected sensitive stations of Mumbai Division, Door Frame Metal Detectors (DFMDs) and Hand-Held Metal Detectors (HHMDs) are utilised at entry points, with a provision of 217 HHMDs and 16 DFMDs at important suburban stations on WR, said Abhishek.
He said a few key measures implemented include the formation of Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) at major stations, deployment of Bomb Detection & Disposal Squads (BDDS), increased RPF-GRP joint patrolling in sensitive areas, enhanced intelligence coordination with state and central agencies, special focus on anti-sabotage checks before peak hours, and random baggage screening at high-risk stations and trains, he added.
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