Mysuru: Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel carried out an extensive passenger and public awareness campaign at Mysuru Railway Station and the surrounding railway track to promote safety and responsible public behaviour.The campaign was conducted under the supervision of RPF inspector Dinesh Kumar, with participation from SI Harish S, ASI Bhasavaraj Vattar, women RPF staff, and the RPF band team.Awareness activities were held at level crossing (LC) gates No. 4 and 5, as well as at nearby vulnerable locations along the railway tracks. During the programme, RPF personnel educated passengers about various safety precautions while travelling by train. Passengers were advised to remain vigilant about their belongings, avoid travelling on footboards, and refrain from accepting food or beverages from strangers to prevent theft and other crimes.The team also interacted with road users near railway gates, urging them to strictly follow traffic rules and exercise caution while crossing railway level crossings. Motorists and pedestrians were warned against negligent crossing practices that could lead to accidents.In addition, members of the public were sensitised about the serious risks associated with trespassing on railway tracks. The RPF highlighted the dangers of activities such as stone pelting at trains, placing foreign objects on tracks, and dumping rubbish or dry leaves near railway lines. Such actions, officials explained, not only endanger lives but can also disrupt train operations and cause fire hazards that threaten railway infrastructure.Through this initiative, the RPF aimed to strengthen public awareness about railway safety and encourage community participation in protecting railway property and ensuring the safe movement of trains.
