Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday called for a comprehensive overhaul of railway policing in Uttar Pradesh, emphasizing greater use of technology, tighter prosecution processes, and seamless coordination among agencies to strengthen passenger safety across one of India’s busiest rail networks.
Review of Government Railway Police
Reviewing the functioning of the Government Railway Police (GRP), the chief minister highlighted that over 30 lakh passengers travel daily across the state, making security, women’s safety, crime prevention, and swift response non-negotiable priorities. He stressed a zero-tolerance approach towards crime and anti-social activities at railway stations, platforms, and trains.
Scale of Operations
Officials briefed the chief minister that the GRP operates through six zones, 65 police stations, and 89 outposts, securing over 3,000 trains and nearly 1,550 stations daily. They noted that such a scale demands constant technological and manpower upgrades.
Enhanced Coordination
Yogi pushed for enhanced coordination between the GRP, Railway Protection Force, and civil police. Existing measures include joint track patrols, CCTV monitoring, drone surveillance, digital verification tools, and intelligence-based monitoring of sensitive zones such as scrap markets. He also ordered a focused campaign to completely eliminate stone-pelting incidents. Officials reported that sustained awareness drives and targeted action have already led to a noticeable decline in such incidents, a trend the chief minister asked to be maintained.
Festival and Event Security
With heavy footfall during festivals, exams, and public events, the chief minister directed strengthening of entry-exit systems, queue management, public announcements, and round-the-clock surveillance to prevent stampedes and chaos.
Women’s Safety and Anti-Trafficking
Reiterating the government’s focus on women’s safety, he asked the GRP to ensure secure travel conditions and intensify efforts against human trafficking and crimes against children.
Prosecution and Convictions
The chief minister reviewed prosecution performance, stressing close coordination between investigators and prosecutors to ensure faster convictions. He cited improved outcomes under Operation Conviction and called for further strengthening of case tracking and evidence handling.
Rescue Operations
Under Operation Muskaan, the GRP rescued 860 children between January and May 2026, while over 2,300 missing persons were reunited with their families. The Hardoi GRP station’s ISO 9001 certification was also highlighted.
Future Plans
The chief minister directed preparation of a roadmap for GRP expansion, modern equipment, and additional manpower, assuring full state support. He also called for early planning and coordinated security arrangements for the Ardh Kumbh 2027, anticipating massive rail traffic. Officials said the aim is to transform the GRP into a technology-driven, responsive force aligned with evolving security challenges.
