GRP Launches Awareness Campaign to Curb Stone-Pelting on Trains, Warns Villagers

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GRP Launches Awareness Campaign Against Stone-Pelting on Trains

The Government Railway Police (GRP) Farrukhabad has launched a special awareness campaign aimed at curbing incidents of stone-pelting on railway trains and ensuring the safety of passengers. This initiative is being carried out in accordance with the directives of the Inspector General of Police, Railway Zone Prayagraj.

Campaign Details and Warnings Issued

On Tuesday, a team led by GRP Station House Officer Dinesh Prakash Sharma visited villages situated along the railway lines. Approximately 40 to 50 villagers participated in a meeting held during the campaign. Officer Dinesh Prakash Sharma addressed the villagers, highlighting that throwing stones at moving trains poses a significant threat to passengers' lives and causes substantial damage to public property.

Legal Ramifications Explained

Detailed information was provided regarding the strict legal actions stipulated under various sections of the Railway Act, including Sections 152, 153, 154, and 175. Officials clarified that stone-pelting on trains is a serious offense, punishable by up to 10 years of imprisonment and a fine for those found guilty.

Appeal to Parents and Call for Information

The GRP has urged parents to strictly prohibit their children from playing or loitering unnecessarily on or near railway tracks. To prevent future incidents, villagers have been called upon to promptly inform the GRP of any stone-pelting related activities observed in the area.

Promoting Safe Rail Travel

The primary objective of this public outreach campaign is to educate villagers on the importance of making rail travel safe and to effectively curb such incidents. The GRP plans to continue similar awareness programs to ensure railway safety in the future.