DG/RPF Visit to NFR Focuses on Security, Coordination and Infrastructure Development

Guwahati, 06^th April, 2026:

Ms. Sonali Mishra, IPS, Director General, Railway Protection Force (RPF) carried out a two-day detailed inspection of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) on 5^th & 6^th April, 2026, for strengthening security, coordination and infrastructure development. During her visit to Guwahati, DG/RPF participated in accordance with protocol, in a comprehensive election briefing and attended the Suraksha Sammelan at Rang Bhavan, where various infrastructure development initiatives were discussed.

 

DG/RPF, Ms. Mishra, also carried out a detailed inspection of the RPF Post at Guwahati and held a high-level meeting with the DGP/Assam and senior officials, further strengthening coordination on security arrangements. Subsequently, she held a comprehensive discussion with Shri Chetan Kumar Shrivastava, General Manager, Northeast Frontier Railway along with Principal Heads of Departments, focusing on significant matters related to railway security, operational efficiency and overall preparedness. Additionally, DG/RPF, Ms. Mishra, held a discussion with Shri Ashish Bansal, General Manager, N.F. Railway (Construction) and reviewed the progress of new railway projects in the Northeast region from a security perspective.

 

During the visit, progress related to the construction of an office-cum-barrack at PCSC Reserve Company, Maligaon was reviewed. The project will strengthen infrastructure and enhance the operational capability of RPF in the region. Ms. Mishra carried out a comprehensive review of election preparedness over NFR and underscored the importance of heightened vigilance, seamless coordination and proactive security measures to ensure safe, secure and uninterrupted railway operations.

 

The visit reflects NFR’s continued commitment to strengthening railway security, upgrading infrastructure and ensuring enhanced safety and services for passengers across the region