RPF Secunderabad Nabs 82 Persons for Pelting Stones on Trains

RPF Secunderabad Divisional Security Commissioner, Alakunta Naveen Kumar, said over 6274 raids have been conducted during the year 2025, and 8917 cases have been registered under section 147 of Railway Act for trespassing.

Surveillance has been intensified along vulnerable sections of railway tracks and stations where stone-pelting incidents have been reported in the past.

“All efforts are being made with which every case of stone pelting had detection within hours. Advanced CCTV cameras, inputs of RPF cyber cell and other surveillance equipment have been deployed to monitor train routes more effectively,” he explained.

The RPF has enhanced its intelligence gathering capabilities to identify potential troublemakers and groups involved in stone pelting. Collaborative efforts with local law enforcement agencies, intelligence units, and community members have been instrumental in obtaining timely and accurate information and arrest of 82 offenders involved in stone pelting on trains.

The Inspectors of RPF have already formed local area whatsapp groups with counselors, village panchayat heads and others and regularly broadcast messages regarding ramifications of stone pelting and the legal action which is initiated on the same.

Special patrolling teams have been deputed to maintain a visible and active presence in key locations where stone-pelting incidents have been reported in the past. By regularly patrolling these areas, the teams aim to deter potential troublemakers, identify suspicious activities, and respond promptly to any stone-pelting attempts, ensuring the security of passengers and minimizing disruptions to train services.

According to Naveen Kumar, stone pelting on trains poses a serious threat to the security and safety of passengers, railway staff and results in damage to railway property, including train coaches, windows, and infrastructure.

This not only imposes a financial burden on the national property but also hampers the smooth functioning of the railway system and leads to delays and disruptions in train services, inconveniencing thousands of passengers who rely on railways for their travel needs.

It is important to understand that engaging in stone pelting is a criminal offence and can have long-term consequences. Individuals found guilty of stone pelting on trains will face restrictions in their career prospects, including government job eligibility.

It is vital for parents to guide their children and educate them about the potential consequences of their actions, which can have a lasting impact on their future. The RPF actively engaged in creating awareness campaigns to educate the public, especially the youth, about the negative implications of stone pelting.