During the inspection, Mishra was accompanied by Durg Range Inspector General Abhishek Shandilya and Durg Superintendent of Police Vijay Agrawal. Senior railway security officials, including the Inspector General-cum-Chief Security Commissioner of South East Central Railway, Bilaspur, the Senior Divisional Security Commissioner of Raipur, and the Divisional Security Commissioner of Nagpur, were also present.
At the station’s VIP lounge, the Director General chaired a review meeting with senior officers from the RPF, Government Railway Police (GRP), and local police. Key issues discussed included passenger security, crime prevention on trains and platforms, protection of railway property, women and child safety, prevention of human trafficking, and curbing organized crime. Emphasis was placed on strengthening inter-agency coordination to ensure quicker response and more effective enforcement.
Following the meeting, Mishra conducted a detailed inspection of the station premises and the RPF post at Durg. She reviewed surveillance systems installed across platforms, examined the functioning and coverage of CCTV cameras, and assessed security arrangements on running trains. She also took stock of passenger amenities and identified areas facing security challenges due to crowd density and operational pressures.
Addressing officers during the inspection, Mishra underlined the need for heightened vigilance at sensitive locations within the station. She instructed personnel to ensure a safe and fear-free environment for passengers, particularly during peak travel hours. Officials were directed to adopt proactive measures rather than reactive responses to incidents.
Highlighting changing crime patterns, the RPF chief said railway security forces must stay ahead of offenders by upgrading skills, adopting modern technology, and enhancing intelligence-based policing. She stressed that crimes on the rail network are becoming more organized and technologically driven, requiring constant training and innovation within the force.
Mishra reiterated that the safety of women and children remains a top priority for the RPF. She called for close, coordinated action with the GRP and local police to prevent crimes such as trafficking, harassment, and theft. The Director General also reviewed ongoing initiatives aimed at improving passenger awareness and rapid complaint redressal mechanisms.
Officials said the visit was part of a broader effort to evaluate security preparedness at major railway stations across the zone. Recommendations made during the inspection are expected to be implemented in phases to further strengthen railway security infrastructure and operational readiness.
