NRF, in collaboration with RPF, GRP, and BSF, has launched joint patrolling along the India-Bangladesh border to strengthen security. Operations include checks at stations, on-foot patrols, and infrastructure inspections to protect railway assets, ensure passenger safety, and prevent unlawful activities near international boundaries.
In a decisive move to bolster security in border areas and safeguard railway assets, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), in coordination with the Government Railway Police (GRP) and the Border Security Force (BSF), has commenced joint patrolling operations along sensitive stretches of the India-Bangladesh border.
NFR’s Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore Sharma informed on Thursday that this strategic initiative aims to heighten surveillance and act as a deterrent against any untoward incidents, especially in regions where railway tracks run parallel to or near international boundaries.
These collaborative patrols have been launched across several divisions of the NFR with a specific emphasis on border-adjacent sectors. According to Sharma, the operation is being carried out with strong inter-agency cooperation to ensure heightened vigilance and comprehensive monitoring.
One of the key actions under this initiative included a meticulous security check at Badarpur railway station in southern Assam’s Lumding Division. Security teams from RPF, GRP, and BSF inspected station premises, platforms, and surrounding areas to detect and eliminate any unauthorized or suspicious activities, thereby reinforcing passenger safety.
In another major operation, a joint motor trolley inspection was carried out between Silchar and Katakhal sections, also within the Lumding Division. Security teams conducted a detailed review of railway infrastructure to detect any signs of tampering, intrusion, or sabotage, while assessing the preparedness of railway safety mechanisms in the region.
Meanwhile, in the Alipurduar Division, foot patrolling was conducted along the railway track from New Maynaguri to New Domohani station. This on-ground vigilance helped ensure track integrity, deter illegal crossings, and monitor for unusual or threatening activity.
The Katihar Division also witnessed similar foot patrols from Haldibari Zero Point to Haldibari station, a key border stretch. These efforts aimed to maintain round-the-clock surveillance and boost confidence among railway personnel and the traveling public.
According to Sharma, these ongoing joint initiatives demonstrate the commitment of the NFR and security agencies in protecting national infrastructure and passenger interests. By working in unison, RPF, GRP, and BSF are helping to create a secure railway environment while upholding national security along one of the country’s sensitive international borders.
Northeast Frontier Railway, which serves the northeastern states, parts of West Bengal, and northern Bihar, remains dedicated to ensuring the safety of its network and will continue such proactive security measures.
