Even the Rajdhani Express that leaves Mumbai for New Delhi is not immune to burglary. Post three incidents of pilfering on the premier train last week, the Western Railway is now planning to use technology to prevent similar incidents in future. According to sources, railways have decided to install closed circuit cameras (CCTVs) inside the coaches of the train.

The Western Railway has decided to kick off a pilot project first, though the exact train and route has not been determined yet. “We are still working out the details,” a senior railway official informed media persons. When asked if passengers might object to cameras inside the trains, officials said there was no question about invasion of privacy as it is a public transport, and after the series of thefts, the need to keep passengers safe was our top priority.

Besides CCTV, the security on platforms and AC coaches is also expected to be augmented. The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is identifying vulnerable spots along the route of the Rajdhani Express where people involved in thefts operate. The past few incidents, including the stealing case of the wife of Central Railway’s General Manager, occurred near Kota station.

RPF has also planned to reinforce security at platforms of stations where long-distance trains halt between midnight and 5 am. Meanwhile, the security forces across Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and Delhi are carrying out combing operations.