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On Tuesday, August 20th, 2024, Railway Board Chairperson and CEO Jaya Verma Sinha announced AI-enabled CCTV monitoring of locomotives to reduce the chances of accidents.
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In her recent press briefing, Sinha stated, “We are installing CCTV cameras with AI technology on every locomotive and at all significant yards.”
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The inclusion of AI in monitoring railways will enhance real-time surveillance capabilities of train operations and safety systems, resulting in timely response to potential threats.
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Indian railway authorities expressed that security agencies would continuously monitor the railway tracks, ensuring passengers’ protection from antisocial malpractices.
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Sinha mentioned the completion of infrastructure enhancement projects will happen before the pious event of Kumbh Mela, which will be held next year.
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Sinha outlined the expansion of conveyance to Kumbh Mela, previously held in 2019, from 530 special trains to 900 trains by 2025.
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Prayagraj, the site of Kumbh Mela, is expected to have over 30 crore pilgrims visiting from across the globe for this event.
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Prayagraj junction is being redesigned under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Railway authorities are reconstructing its infrastructure, and the project is expected to be completed within the next two years.
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