Mumbai Division CR's RPF Reunites 113 Lost Children and Saves 6 Lives

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) of Central Railway has always been at the forefront in not o­nly keeping a round-the-clock vigil in safeguarding railway properties but also playing multiple roles.

The RPF Personnel have shown exemplary dedication and alertness in ensuring passenger safety and security during the period from January 1, 2026, to April 30, 2026. Through sustained efforts under its key operations, RPF personnel have saved lives, rescued vulnerable children and adults and returned lost belongings to rightful passengers.

1. Operation Nanhe Faristey – Reuniting Lost Children with their Families

RPF’s “Operation Nanhe Faristey” continued its humanitarian mission of safeguarding and rescuing runaway, missing, or destitute children found at railway premises. From January to April 2026, RPF Central Railway rescued 499 children, comprising 331 boys and 168 girls, and reunited them with their families or handed them over to Child Welfare Committees/NGOs. This initiative reflects RPF’s commitment to child protection o­n railway premises.

Division-wise details are as under:

2. Operation Dignity – Protection & Care of Needy Vulnerable Adults

RPF’s “Operation Dignity” continued its humanitarian initiatives, of extending care and protection to needy and vulnerable persons found o­n railway premises. The operation focuses o­n identifying and rescuing men and women in distress, ensuring timely assistance and rehabilitation. From January to April 2026, RPF Personnel rescued a total of 85 persons, comprising 38 men and 47 women, who were in need of care and protection.

Details of cases are as under:

 3. Operation Jeevan Raksha – Saving Precious Lives

Under “Operation Jeevan Raksha,” RPF staff displayed exceptional vigilance and courage in saving the lives of passengers who slipped while trying to board or de-board moving trains. . From January to April 2026, a total of 25 lives were saved across Central Railway. This includes 20 male and 5 female passengers. The alertness & prompt action of RPF personnel has helped prevent untoward incidents o­n multiple occasions at railway stations and save lives.

 Division-wise details are as under:

The RPF is not just a security force but also a compassionate arm of Indian Railways. Saving lives, rescuing children, providing care and protection to lost adults is a testament to their alertness and public service. The RPF is committed to ensuring the safety and security of passengers, railway property, and assets across its jurisdiction. With a dedicated team of professionals, it upholds the highest standards of integrity, vigilance, and public service.

Central Railway appeals to passengers to avoid boarding or de-boarding moving trains, take care of their belongings and inform RPF or any o­n Duty Railway personnel or dial Helpline 139 if they notice any lost, destitute, mentally unsound, or distressed child / adult person o­n railway premises.