What are the steps taken to improve the safety of trains by Indian Railways

Indian Railways is reviewing its operations to ensure the safety of trains with zero compromise. Discuss the measures taken.
Indian Railways has taken a number of measures to improve the safety of trains. Some of these measures are:
  • Elimination of unmanned level crossings
  • Use of modern technologies such as Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS), Train Protection Warning System (TPWS), and Auxiliary Warning System (AWS) to prevent train collisions and accidents
  • Regular inspection and maintenance of tracks, coaches, and locomotives to prevent accidents caused by technical faults and defects
  • Training of staff on safety procedures and protocols, and implementation of strict safety norms and regulations to ensure compliance by all employees
  • Implementation of 24x7 monitoring and surveillance systems to prevent sabotage, theft, and other security threats to railway operations and infrastructure
  • Introduction of a hotline for passengers to report safety-related issues and concerns
  • Regular review and upgrade of safety-related policies and protocols, based on lessons learned from accidents and incidents, to continuously improve the safety of railway operations.
These measures, coupled with a strong commitment to safety and accountability at all levels of the organization, have helped improve the safety record of Indian Railways in recent years.
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