Guwahati: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) recently conducted a joint eviction drive to remove unauthorised encroachments on railway land between Kamakhya and Guwahati railway stations.
The operation was carried out between Railway Kilometre No. 8/0 to 10/0 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
The drive is part of NFR’s ongoing efforts to protect railway property, ensure passenger safety, and maintain the cleanliness and operational integrity of its infrastructure.
The eviction was executed with the active support of various departments and security agencies. The operation involved 10 personnel from the Railway Protection Force (RPF), 7 from the Government Railway Police (GRP), 6 police personnel from Panbazar and Fancy Bazar Police Stations, and 20 staff members from the SSE/P.Way department.
A total of 29 unauthorised soft structures encroaching on railway land were successfully demolished. The entire drive was carried out peacefully, with no untoward incidents reported.
NFR has commended the swift and coordinated action of all participating teams and reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding railway assets and facilitating future infrastructure development.
To prevent further encroachments, the railway is also undertaking awareness campaigns, surveillance patrols, and strict enforcement measures. NFR has urged passengers and stakeholders to cooperate with authorities and report any unauthorized occupation of railway property.
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