Railway Protection Force rescues minors from railway stations

During the period from April 24 to 30, RPF personnel rescued a significant number of vulnerable individuals, including runaway minors and distressed passengers, from various railway stations and trains.
A press release by NFR Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) Kapinjal Kishore Sharma stated that in one of the major operations, RPF personnel at Dibrugarh railway station rescued 12 minor boys from a train and ensured their safe handover to Childline authorities for proper care and protection.
Similarly, multiple rescue operations were conducted at stations including Guwahati, Lumding, Kishanganj, Kokrajhar, Hasimara, Mariani and New Alipurduar, where several runaway minor boys and girls were traced and rescued.
Notably, at Mariani railway station, RPF rescued 3 minor girls, while at Guwahati railway station, minors were safely reunited with their families after timely intervention. In separate incidents, minors rescued at stations like Kishanganj, Lumding, Dimapur and Kokrajhar were handed over to Child Help Line and other authorized agencies for safe custody and rehabilitation.
In addition to rescuing minors, RPF personnel also extended prompt assistance to passengers in distress. At New Jalpaiguri, a passenger suffering from breathing difficulties was immediately shifted to hospital for medical treatment.
In other instances, at Raiganj and Barsoi, injured passengers were provided timely medical aid after accidental falls, highlighting the alertness and responsiveness of RPF staff. The CPRO stated that the continuous efforts reflect the dedication of RPF personnel in safeguarding passengers, preventing human trafficking, and ensuring the well-being of vulnerable individuals across the NFR network.
Northeast Frontier Railway remains committed to maintaining a safe, secure and passenger-friendly environment and appeals to the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to railway authorities, the release added.