The Ministry of Railways and the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) are conducting several critical inspections across the country. These checks focus on the safety of new rail lines and the structural health of existing coaches to ensure passenger security. Recent activities include nationwide drives and specific regional line inspections.
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What is the status of the nationwide ICF coach safety drive?
The Ministry of Railways started a nationwide safety drive on June 7, 2026. This move followed the discovery of a crack in a sleeper coach of the New Delhi-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Special train at Ludhiana on June 6. Officials are using endoscopy cameras and ultrasonic thickness gauges to check for rust, corrosion, and structural weaknesses. Any coaches found with excessive deterioration will be withdrawn from service.
Which new rail and metro sections are being inspected?
The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) conducted a preliminary inspection on June 6, 2026, for a 12-kilometer stretch of the Pune Hinjawadi–Shivajinagar Metro line between Maan and Ramnagar. The final inspection is expected between June 15 and June 20. If cleared, operations could start by July 15. Additionally, South Coast Railway (SCoR) GM Sandeep Mathur inspected the Visakhapatnam station yard to evaluate infrastructure and operational safety.
Who are the key officials managing these safety checks?
- Janak Kumar Garg: Chief Commissioner of Railway Safety (CCRS).
- A.M. Chowdhary and Brijesh Kumar Mishra: Commissioners of Railway Safety for the South Eastern Circle.
- Abhijit Chaudhari: PMRDA Commissioner overseeing the Pune Metro updates.
- Sandeep Mathur: General Manager of South Coast Railway.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Why is the nationwide ICF coach inspection happening?
The drive started after a crack was found in a sleeper coach of the New Delhi-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Special train at Ludhiana on June 6, 2026.
When will the Pune Hinjawadi–Shivajinagar Metro start?
The final inspection is expected by mid-June, and services could potentially begin by July 15, subject to safety clearance.