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18th July 2024 (13 Topics)

Operation Nanhe Farishtey

Context

Operation NanheFarishtey, launched by the Railway Protection Force (RPF), aims to rescue children in distress found on railway premises across India. This initiative has gained significant attention for its impact on child safety and welfare.

About:

  • The Railway Protection Force (RPF) launched Operation NanheFarishtey to rescue children found in distress on railway premises.
  • The operation covers railway stations and trains across India, emphasizing prompt identification and rescue of vulnerable children.
  • Hundreds of children are rescued monthly under this operation, with a focus on immediate safety and long-term welfare.

Other Initiatives of RPF

  • Human Trafficking & Operation AAHT– In order to have an effective counter to evil plans of Human traffickers, Anti Human Trafficking Units of RPF are operational at the Post level (Thana level) over the Indian Railways. These AHTUs are in regular touch with agencies and NGOs involved in preventing human trafficking and have assisted them in rescue of children being trafficked. 
  • Operation “JeevanRaksha: - Due to alertness and swift action by RPF, lives of 265 passengers were saved by Team RPF, who had come close to getting run over by trains, at platforms and railway tracks in the month of September 2023 under operation ‘JeevanRaksha’.
  • Women Security :- Safety and security of women passengers has been an important concern of Indian Railways.  In this regard, an initiative “MeriSaheli” has been launched to provide security to lady passengers in long distance trains, particularly those travelling alone or those who are vulnerable to crime.
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