Indian Railways Expands CCTV Coverage to 3,215 Stations and 13,409 Coaches

Indian Railways has significantly expanded its CCTV surveillance network, covering 3,215 railway stations and 13,409 passenger coaches nationwide. The Ministry of Railways informed Parliament that the installation is being carried out in phases, with all operational Vande Bharat and Amrit Bharat train rakes already equipped with onboard cameras.

Northern Railway leads with 425 CCTV-equipped stations, followed by Western Railway with 391 stations. In coaches, Western Railway has 1,735 equipped units, Northern Railway 1,483, and Southern Railway 1,481. Central Railway has installed systems at 240 stations and 1,384 coaches.

The initiative aims to improve surveillance, prevent crime and help authorities respond effectively to security incidents. CCTV cameras monitor movement, investigate incidents and assist security agencies in maintaining law and order at busy stations and inside trains.