Railway safety boost: New fire extinguishers to be installed in 175 NCR coaches

The Railway Board has approved the installation of new fire extinguishers in 175 coaches of the North Central Railway (NCR). This decision was taken on June 12, 2026, to enhance passenger safety. The move comes as a response to recent fire incidents reported in trains across the country.

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How will the fire safety upgrade be implemented?

This initiative is part of a larger national plan to equip 30,000 coaches with fire extinguishers. For the North Central Railway, the work will be centered in Prayagraj. This project falls under the Bulk Rolling Stock Program (RSP) for the year 2026-27. The goal is to ensure that every coach has working safety equipment to prevent mishaps.

Who is managing the procurement and installation?

The Railway Board is overseeing the process, while NCR will handle the implementation across its Prayagraj, Agra, and Jhansi divisions. To meet the demand, the railway is using a mixed procurement strategy:

NCR Chief Public Relations Officer Shashikant Tripathi stated that while trains already have safety gear, old equipment will be replaced after inspections. Additionally, Railway Board Chairman Satish Kumar has asked all General Managers to conduct strict fire safety audits.

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उत्तर मध्य रेलवे के कितने कोचों में नए अग्निशमन यंत्र लगेंगे?

रेलवे बोर्ड ने उत्तर मध्य रेलवे (NCR) के 175 कोचों में नए अग्निशमन यंत्र लगाने की मंजूरी दी है, जो 2026-27 के Bulk Rolling Stock Program का हिस्सा है।

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