- Kharagpur leads with 34 child rescues, followed by Ranchi with 33
- Chakradharpur and Adra divisions rescue 15 and 11 children, respectively
- Two lives saved through prompt action under Mission Jeevan Raksha
WB | Kolkata: The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of South Eastern Railway (SER) continued its efforts to ensure passenger safety and provide assistance during emergencies, rescuing 93 children and saving two lives during October 2026 under its special initiatives, Operation Nanhe Farishte and Mission Jeevan Raksha.
The achievements highlight the RPF’s vigilance and swift response in protecting vulnerable children and assisting passengers facing life-threatening situations across the railway network.
93 Children Rescued Across Four Divisions
Under Operation Nanhe Farishte, the RPF rescued a total of 93 children, including 56 boys and 37 girls, from the four divisions of South Eastern Railway during October. Kharagpur division recorded the highest number of rescues, with 34 children safely rescued. Ranchi division followed closely with 33 children, while Chakradharpur and Adra divisions rescued 15 and 11 children, respectively.
The initiative focuses on identifying and rescuing children found in vulnerable circumstances at railway stations and trains, ensuring their safety and facilitating necessary assistance. The RPF had also demonstrated significant achievements during the previous financial year 2025-26, rescuing 1,292 children under the initiative.
Two Lives Saved Under Mission Jeevan Raksha
Under Mission Jeevan Raksha, RPF personnel saved two lives during October through alertness and timely intervention in emergency situations. One life was saved each in Chakradharpur and Kharagpur divisions. The initiative focuses on preventing loss of life through prompt action by railway security personnel in critical situations.
During the financial year 2025-26, SER RPF personnel had saved a total of 66 lives under the initiative. South Eastern Railway said these efforts reflect the RPF’s commitment not only to passenger security but also to extending immediate assistance to people in distress. The initiatives continue to play an important role in strengthening railway safety and protecting vulnerable individuals across the network.
