NFR RPF ramps up security drive, records strong FY26 performance

Guwahati, April 3 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has demonstrated a strong and sustained commitment to passenger safety, security, and public service through the commendable performance of its Railway Protection Force (RPF) during the financial year 2025–26, officials said on Friday.

NFR’s Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said that through intensified surveillance, swift response mechanisms, and a proactive enforcement strategy, the RPF has significantly strengthened security across railway premises, ensuring a safer and more secure travel environment for passengers throughout its jurisdiction.

During the year (2025–26), the Railway Protection Force (RPF) of NFR carried out targeted drives against theft, touting, and other unauthorised activities, leading to multiple detections, arrests, and the seizure of illegal tickets. The force also acted decisively against incidents of stone pelting and undertook large-scale removal of encroachments to safeguard railway property, reflecting a strict zero-tolerance approach towards threats to safety and operational integrity.

Alongside its enforcement duties, the RPF continued its humanitarian initiatives by rescuing trafficking victims and extending assistance to persons in distress, including women and children. Significant recoveries of contraband and narcotics further highlight its vigilance, underscoring its commitment to passenger safety, security, and the overall integrity of railway operations.

As part of its efforts to leverage technology for enhanced passenger security, the RPF of NFR has made notable progress in the recovery of stolen mobile phones through the CEIR portal. During the period (2025–26), a total of 2,355 mobile phones were blocked, 1,265 devices were successfully traced, and 291 phones were recovered, out of which 264 were returned to their rightful owners. This initiative highlights the effective use of digital tools by the RPF in addressing passenger grievances and ensuring the timely recovery of lost or stolen property, thereby strengthening public trust in railway security systems.

During the year, the RPF registered 219 cases related to the theft of passenger belongings, leading to the arrest of 285 individuals. In its continued crackdown on unauthorised activities, 120 cases against touts were detected, resulting in 128 arrests. A total of 757 tickets were seized during these operations, with an estimated value exceeding Rs 23 lakh.

The force also addressed public safety concerns by taking action in 154 reported incidents of stone pelting, in which 116 persons were apprehended. Efforts to protect railway property and prevent illegal occupation witnessed a significant increase, with 699 encroachments removed in 2025–26 compared to 437 in the previous financial year.

In its humanitarian initiatives, the RPF rescued 89 individuals from trafficking, marking a substantial rise from 10 in 2024–25. Additionally, 1,125 persons, including boys, girls, and women in distress (other than trafficking cases), were rescued during the year, up from 952 in the previous year.

The RPF also made major recoveries during the period, seizing contraband worth Rs 1.29 crore and narcotics valued at Rs 55.29 crore, demonstrating its continued vigilance against illegal activities.

These achievements underline the proactive approach, strengthened capabilities, and enhanced operational efficiency of the RPF under NFR, contributing significantly to safer railway operations and improved passenger security across the region.

Source: IANS