Indian Railways has started a 15-day special safety campaign to reduce accidents on the tracks. This move comes after recent incidents of light engines colliding and trains passing signals without stopping. The drive began on June 11, 2026, and will continue until June 25, 2026.
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What are the main goals of this safety drive?
The Railway Board wants to improve the alertness of Loco Pilots and Assistant Loco Pilots (ALPs). The focus is on strict adherence to signals and correct braking techniques. To ensure this, the railways will conduct surprise ambush checks, footplate inspections in driver cabins, and night checks. There will also be counseling sessions for drivers to ensure they follow speed limits strictly.
What specific measures are being taken to stop accidents?
The railways are focusing on the following key points to make train travel safer:
| Area of Focus | Action Taken |
|---|---|
| Signal Protocol | Drivers must repeat “Red Ahead” after passing a yellow cautionary signal |
| Light Engines | Detailed analysis of side-collision incidents involving light engines |
| Infrastructure | Review of tower wagons and track machines at the divisional level |
| Reporting | All units must submit a detailed safety report by June 30 |
Railway officials stated that the safe operation of light engines is a critical part of ensuring overall train safety. The board aims to identify systemic gaps and implement preventive measures to stop future mishaps.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
यह विशेष सुरक्षा अभियान कब से कब तक चलेगा?
यह अभियान 11 जून 2026 से शुरू होकर 25 जून 2026 तक चलेगा। रेलवे बोर्ड ने इसे लाइट इंजन टक्कर और सिग्नल उल्लंघन की घटनाओं के बाद शुरू किया है।
ड्राइवरों के लिए क्या नए निर्देश दिए गए हैं?
लोको पायलटों को गति सीमा का पालन करने और पीले सिग्नल के बाद ‘रेड अहेड’ (Red Ahead) बोलने की प्रथा को मजबूत करने के निर्देश दिए गए हैं।