RPF begins new survey for installing additional CCTV cameras at Tatanagar Railway Yard
The Railway Protection Force has started a fresh survey at the Tatanagar Railway Yard to install additional CCTV cameras for better safety and round-the-clock monitoring. Here are the key highlights of this upcoming security upgrade: An RPF team is inspecting the entire yard to decide the best camera placements and angles. Over four dozen CCTV units have already been received by the Tatanagar RPF from railway headquarters. The new system will be connected directly to the RPF control room for real-time tracking of theft and unauthorized entries. Four high-mast lights are planned for installation in the yard and carriage colony to help staff during night patrols.
The need for better security at Tatanagar has been a priority for railway authorities and staff unions alike. In March 2025, the Railway Employees Welfare Association strongly advocated for improved monitoring in the main and classification yards to protect valuable railway property and ensure staff safety. This current expansion builds upon earlier security measures implemented at the facility.
Existing Security and Proven Track Record
As of August 8, 2026, 16 CCTV cameras including three solar-powered units were already operational in the yard following the Aftab murder case. These existing systems have already proven their immense utility. On September 5, 2026, RPF personnel successfully used recorded CCTV footage to apprehend a mobile thief at Tatanagar Railway Station. Despite these successes, maintenance remains a key focus area. Reports from August 4, 2026, previously highlighted concerns regarding manual cleaning methods using bamboo sticks and cloth for the existing cameras, prompting authorities to ensure robust upkeep for the upcoming units.
Wider Security Growth Across Indian Railways
This initiative at Tatanagar is part of a nationwide push to enhance passenger and infrastructure security across the entire rail network. Official data as of July 24, 2026, shows that Indian Railways has installed CCTV systems at 3,215 stations and inside 13,409 passenger coaches. Within the South Eastern Railway zone, which covers Tatanagar, current security coverage extends to 197 stations and 665 coaches. With the completion of this new survey and the subsequent installation of the new cameras, passengers and railway staff at Tatanagar can look forward to a much safer and more secure environment.