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NFR Steps Up Measures to Prevent Buffalo Dashing in Key Hill Section

The Northeast Frontier Railway has implemented proactive measures to prevent buffalo dashing in the Lumding-Badarpur Hill Section. Fencing work of 150 metres has been completed between tunnel 16 and bridge 262, with more fencing underway near tunnels 10 and 12. Awareness campaigns are being conducted in villages near prone areas to sensitize residents about cattle trespassing dangers. The railway appeals for community cooperation to ensure safe train operations and prevent livestock accidents.

Key Points: NFR Prevents Buffalo Dashing in Lumding-Badarpur Section

  • 150-metre fencing completed between tunnel 16 and bridge 262
  • Fencing work ongoing near tunnels 10 and 12
  • Awareness campaigns in villages near New Harangajao-Ditokcherra
  • Pamphlets and posters distributed to encourage livestock safety
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NFR steps up measures to prevent buffalo dashing in Lumding-Badarpur section

Northeast Frontier Railway intensifies fencing and awareness campaigns to prevent buffalo dashing on tracks in Lumding-Badarpur Hill Section, enhancing train safety.

"These initiatives are expected to significantly reduce the chances of cattle straying onto the tracks and avoid cattle-train collisions - Kapinjal Kishore Sharma"

Guwahati, May 7

The Northeast Frontier Railway has implemented a series of proactive measures to prevent incidents of buffalo dashing in the strategically important Lumding-Badarpur Hill Section under the Lumding Division, officials said on Thursday.

Northeast Frontier Railway's Chief Public Relations Officer Kapinjal Kishore Sharma said that, considering the safety of train operations as well as the protection of livestock, the Northeast Frontier Railway has intensified preventive initiatives in vulnerable locations where such incidents had been reported frequently in the past.

He said that, as part of the safety enhancement measures, fencing work is being carried out along the approaches to major railway tunnels in the hill section to restrict the movement of buffaloes and cattle onto railway tracks.

Recently, fencing work of approximately 150 metres in length between tunnel number 16 and bridge number 262 on both sides of the track has been completed.

In addition, fencing work near tunnel number 10 and tunnel number 12 is presently in progress and is being expedited for early completion.

These initiatives are expected to significantly reduce the chances of cattle straying onto the tracks and avoid cattle-train collisions, thus improving operational safety, the official pointed out.

He said that alongside infrastructural measures, the Northeast Frontier Railway is also conducting extensive awareness campaigns in villages located close to areas prone to buffalo-dashing incidents, particularly in the New Harangajao-Ditokcherra section.

Railway officials, in coordination with village councils and residents, are sensitising people about the dangers posed by the trespassing of cattle and buffaloes on railway tracks and tunnels.

During these campaigns, pamphlets are being distributed, and awareness posters are being displayed to encourage villagers to keep livestock away from railway tracks and premises.

Sharma said that the Northeast Frontier Railway remains committed to ensuring safe and uninterrupted train operations in the hill section through continuous monitoring, infrastructure strengthening, and community participation.

The Northeast Frontier Railway appeals to residents and cattle owners to extend their cooperation in safeguarding railway operations and preventing accidents involving livestock, the Chief Public Relations Officer said.

- IANS

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Neha E
Appreciate the awareness campaigns too. Many villagers rely on these buffaloes for livelihood, so education about keeping them away from tracks is crucial. NFR should also consider compensation for any accidental loss of cattle to build trust.
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Michael C
Interesting to see India's railways tackling rural infrastructure challenges. In the West, we use wildlife crossings and underpasses. Hope NFR can adopt similar modern solutions for both cattle and wild animals.
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Priyanka N
Good steps, but 150 meters fencing? That's too little for such a long hilly section. Need more investment in permanent solutions like cattle grids or underpasses. 🏔️
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Vikram M
Living in Assam, I've seen this problem firsthand. Bhai, buffaloes are stubborn! Hope villagers cooperate and don't cut the fencing for shortcuts. Community involvement is key. 🙏
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Sarah B
Smart approach combining infrastructure with awareness. In Australia, we have similar issues with kangaroos on rural lines. The key is consistent maintenance and community buy-in. Good luck to NFR!
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Kavya N
While I'm happy about safety measures, I just hope we're not causing inconvenience to villagers whose ancestral lands are being fenced. A balance between development and local

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