WALTAIR DIVISION LAUNCHES SPECIAL TICKET CHECKING DRIVES TO ENSURE SAFE AND COMFORTABLE SUMMER TRAVEL To enhance passenger safety, streamline operations, and improve overall travel experience during the busy summer season, Waltair Division has initiated a series of special ticket checking and safety drives. These efforts focus on crowd management, enhanced safety protocols, efficient train operations, and the provision of improved passenger amenities. Divisional Railway Manager, Shri Lalit Bohra, emphasized the importance of ensuring a safe, secure, and comfortable journey for all passengers. He underscored the need to prioritize passenger welfare, station and onboard safety, and the effective management of increased footfall during the summer travel rush. To support these objectives, joint teams comprising Commercial Ticket Checking staff and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) have been deployed. These teams are conducting Fortress Checks at key stations to regulate entry, ensure orderly queuing, and manage crowds effectively. Special attention is being paid to preventing unauthorized entry into reserved coaches, especially those designated for Divyangjan passengers and women travellers. Passengers are encouraged to follow safe travel practices, including carrying valid tickets, remaining alert about their belongings, reporting unattended items, and cooperating with railway personnel for a seamless travel experience.

IGNITE YOUR PASSION: WALTAIR STADIUM HOSTS DYNAMIC SUMMER COACHING CAMP 2025 The East Coast Railway Sports Association (ECoRSA) – Waltair has kicked off its much-anticipated Summer Coaching Camp 2025 at the Waltair Railway Stadium, Visakhapatnam. Running from April 22 to May 31, the 40-day camp has attracted over 200 enthusiastic children, aged 5 to 15, who participate in both morning and evening training sessions. A standout feature of this year’s camp is the dedicated Yoga program, led by Smt. Jyotsna Bohra, President of the East Coast Railway Women’s Welfare Organization (ECoRWWO) – Waltair. This initiative aims to promote physical health, mental well-being, and mindfulness among young participants. The yoga sessions have seen active engagement, with children embracing the practice with enthusiasm. This free summer camp offers expert coaching across a wide spectrum of sports including Yoga, Athletics, Boxing, Basketball, Cricket, Ball Badminton, Football, Shuttle Badminton, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, and Volleyball. It is open to children of Railway employees as well as local residents of Visakhapatnam, providing them access to professional guidance and state-of-the-art facilities at the Waltair Railway Stadium. The camp aims to identify and nurture budding talent, instill discipline and sportsmanship, and create pathways for youth to excel at regional, national, and international sports platforms. Registration is currently open, with specific eligibility criteria for Cricket, Swimming, and Tennis. Interested participants can contact the General Secretary at the Waltair Railway Indoor Stadium for further information and enrollment procedures.

DRM CONDUCTS INSPECTION OF JAGDALPUR–KOTTAVALASA LINE AND NMDC OPERATIONS Shri Lalit Bohra, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of Waltair Division, conducted an extensive inspection of the Jagdalpur–Kottavalasa railway section and the NMDC facility on 26th April 2025. The inspection covered key railway establishments, stations, sidings, and the NMDC mining site, with a focus on infrastructure development and operational efficiency. As part of the visit, the DRM carried out a detailed window trailing inspection of the section, closely examining track conditions, curves, bridges, points, and crossings. He was accompanied by Chief Engineer/Construction Shri Gourishankar Rao and other senior officers of the Division. A major highlight of the inspection was the review of the ongoing doubling project of the Jagdalpur–Koraput–Kottavalasa line, station enhancement initiatives, safety measures, and the expansion of siding facilities. At the NMDC site, the DRM inspected the newly implemented wagon discharge silo system, which is expected to considerably reduce wagon loading time and boost efficiency. Shri Lalit Bohra also engaged in discussions with senior NMDC officials to explore ways to streamline and improve freight loading operations. These talks aim to increase rake loading capacity, drive higher freight traffic, and generate additional revenue for both the Railways and NMDC. During his visit to Jagdalpur and Amagura stations, the DRM interacted with staff and reviewed the progress of ongoing development works, reaffirming the Division’s commitment to safety and infrastructure advancement.

RPF AND GRP CONDUCT FLAG MARCHES ACROSS WALTAIR DIVISION TO BOLSTER RAILWAY SECURITY To reinforce security and maintain public order, the Railway Protection Force (RPF), in coordination with the Government Railway Police (GRP), conducted flag marches at various railway stations within the Waltair Division of East Coast Railway. These marches serve as a visible show of authority, aiming to deter criminal activity and reassure the public during times of heightened concern or unrest. The flag marches were carried out at key stations including Visakhapatnam, Vizianagaram, Srikakulam Road, Rayagada, Jagdalpur, Lakshmipur Road, Koraput, and several others. This proactive measure is part of ongoing efforts to strengthen law enforcement presence and ensure a safe travel environment for passengers and staff.