North Central Railways announces 1,800 CCTV-equipped coaches; enabled with advanced surveillance (Pic credit: ANI)
In a major push for passenger safety, the North Central Railway (NCR) has announced plans to install CCTV cameras in all passenger coaches across its Prayagraj, Jhansi and Agra divisions. The surveillance project will bring 895 modern Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches and 887 Integral Coach Factory (ICF) coaches under monitoring.According to officials, selected premium trains such as the Prayagraj Express and Shramshakti Express will be equipped with AI-enabled cameras for advanced tracking. In the first phase, CCTV cameras will be installed in trains, including Prayagraj-Dr Ambedkar Nagar Express, Kalindi Express, Prayagraj-Lalgarh Express, Subedarganj-Dehradun Express, Subedarganj-Meerut City Sangam Express and Subedarganj-Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra Jammu Mail, reported ANI.Each AC coach—including First, Second, Third and Chair Car—will have four cameras, while general compartments, SLR coaches and pantry cars will have six each. The cameras will be capable of recording clear footage even at speeds above 100 kmph and in low-light conditions. They will be installed at entry points and corridors, ensuring full coverage of passenger movement. Monitoring will be carried out at the NCR headquarters and at the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) offices in Agra, Jhansi and Prayagraj. Authorities are also considering extending surveillance to locomotive cabins. “The initiative reflects the railway’s commitment to safer journeys. It will act as a deterrent to unlawful activities while aiding quick investigation and monitoring,” said Shashikant Tripathi, Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of NCR. Officials added that the project is part of wider efforts to boost passenger confidence and improve security standards. Installation work is set to begin shortly.
