The South Eastern Railway has introduced body-worn cameras for Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel at Tatanagar station in Jharkhand. These cameras are now being used by jawans during their escort duties on trains to keep a close watch on security. The move aims to stop illegal activities and ensure a safer journey for passengers.
Which trains and routes are covered under this system
Currently, the RPF has deployed 5 pairs of body-worn cameras. These are being used on two Vande Bharat Express trains and three other express trains. The security personnel use these devices while escorting trains from Tatanagar to routes including Howrah, Shalimar, and Santragachhi.
What are the features and benefits of these cameras
| Feature/Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Technical Features | Video recording, audio recording, and live evidence collection |
| Crime Control | Easier identification of criminals and control over chain pulling |
| Transparency | Reduction in false accusations and impartial investigation |
| Property Safety | Better monitoring and protection of railway assets |
What are the future security plans for Tatanagar
The railway administration plans to provide these cameras for all escort duties as the number of devices increases. Tatanagar RPF will also install face detector cameras to identify known criminals. Additionally, the force will receive an advanced drone to support the existing drone already in use for surveillance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Tatanagar स्टेशन पर बॉडी कैमरे का उपयोग क्यों किया जा रहा है?
इसका उद्देश्य चेन पुलिंग रोकना, ट्रेन में हंगामे की रिकॉर्डिंग करना और अपराधियों की पहचान आसान बनाना है ताकि यात्रियों की सुरक्षा बढ़ सके।
ये कैमरे फिलहाल किन ट्रेनों में उपलब्ध हैं?
ये कैमरे अभी 2 वंदे भारत एक्सप्रेस और 3 अन्य एक्सप्रेस ट्रेनों में तैनात RPF जवानों के पास हैं जो हावड़ा, शालिमार और संतरागछी रूट पर जाते हैं।