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Source: The post is based on the article “Operations conducted by Railway Protection Force(RPF): Operation ‘Nanhe Faristey’ and others” published in “PIB” on 10th November 2023
Why in the News?
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) has conducted several operations to safeguard railway property, passenger areas and the well-being of travellers.
What are the operations launched by the Railway Protection Force (RPF)?
| Operations | Purpose |
| Operation Nanhe Faristey | To rescue lost children |
| Operation AAHT | Against Human Trafficking |
| Operation Jeevan Raksha | To save the lives of passengers who had come close to getting run over by trains at platforms and railway tracks |
| Meri Saheli Initiative | To provide security to lady passengers travelling in trains |
| Operation Uplabdh | To curb illegal selling of railway tickets |
| Operation NARCOS | To combat drug crimes |
| Operation Yatri Suraksha | To supplement the efforts of police in preventing and detecting crimes against railway passengers |
| Operation Sanraksha | To maintain passenger safety and protect railway services |
| Operation Seva | To assist those in need during rail travels |
| Operation Satark | To curb Illegal Goods Transport |
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