DRM Vineeta Srivastava Slams Hapur Station Management
DRM Vineeta Srivastava finds major lapses at Hapur Station during Amrit Bharat Station Scheme inspection and orders immediate rectification.
During a high-stakes Hapur station inspection on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Vineeta Srivastava of the Moradabad Division expressed strong dissatisfaction with the current state of the facility. The visit, aimed at evaluating ongoing renovation and beautification projects under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, revealed significant lapses in management and safety that caused a significant stir among railway staff and personnel.
Critical Safety and Structural Lapses Identified
The DRM's rigorous scrutiny uncovered several alarming deficiencies that could compromise both passenger safety and the quality of modernization efforts. The specific issues noted during the inspection included:
- Exposed Electrical Wiring: Dangerous wiring was identified, posing a direct threat to commuters.
- Structural Concerns: Issues regarding the exit of the Rail Over Bridge (ROB) were highlighted.
- Sanitation Standards: The DRM noted inadequate cleanliness and hygiene levels at the station.
- Incomplete Construction: The station's boundary wall has not yet been completed.
Urgent Directives for Immediate Improvement
Following the inspection, DRM Srivastava issued immediate directives to railway officials to rectify these shortcomings without delay. To ensure better passenger management and station aesthetics, she ordered the following actions:
- Passenger Flow: The establishment of dedicated entry and exit points to streamline movement.
- Traffic Management: The creation of alternative routes to accommodate heavy vehicle traffic.
- Parking Facilities: The urgent operationalization of designated parking areas.
- Environmental Aesthetics: The acceleration of the proposed green belt area within the station premises.
High-Level Inspection Team Present
The inspection was conducted alongside several senior officials and technical teams to ensure a comprehensive review of the modernization pace. The following officials were in attendance:
- Mahesh Yadav: Senior Divisional Commercial Manager
- Ramkesh Meena: Station Superintendent
- Rohit Gupta: CMI
- Vineet Sharma: CIT
- Haripal Meena: Chief Sanitation Inspector