Ministry of Railways · 2026-11-06
Union Minister for Railways Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw Reviews Passenger Facilities and Security Arrangements at New Delhi Railway Station
Union Minister for Railways Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw reviewed passenger facilities and security at New Delhi Railway Station ahead of the Diwali and Chhath festive season.
Important points
- 700 additional AI cameras were installed at railway stations to strengthen surveillance and security.
- A common holding area was created at New Delhi Railway Station to streamline entry and passenger movement.
- The average daily passenger footfall across Delhi's major stations increased from 5 lakh to approximately 8 lakh during the peak period of 1-5 November 2026.
- Additional special trains and enhanced deployment of Railway Protection Force personnel were arranged to manage increased passenger movement.
Ashwini VaishnawNew Delhi Railway StationIndian RailwaysRailway Protection ForceDiwaliChhathAI camerasAnand Vihar Terminal