HT Bureau
GUWAHATI, July 4: The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has recognised the alertness and dedication of Akshay Raj, a Track Maintainer-IV under the Senior Section Engineer (P Way) at New Harangajao, for detecting a potential landslide in time and initiating immediate preventive action along the Lumding–Badarpur hill section.
According to an official statement issued by the NFR, the incident occurred on the morning of June 23, 2025, when Akshay Raj was deployed as a stationary watchman at Kilometre 108/6-7.
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During his routine monitoring, he noticed muck and boulders beginning to slip down the hillside, spilling over the left retaining wall and into the side drain near KM 108/7-8.
Sensing the imminent risk to train movement on the busy hill section, Akshay Raj responded with prompt action.
He immediately informed the Junior Engineer (P Way) at Jatinga Lampur and notified gang mates of Gang Nos. 23 and 24.
Simultaneously, he secured the affected track section using a banner flag, following standard railway safety protocols.
This swift response enabled the railway authorities to take timely preventive measures and avert what could have been a serious mishap.
In recognition of his presence of mind and dedication to duty, NFR General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava felicitated Akshay Raj, lauding his action as an example of frontline vigilance that ensures the continued safety and reliability of train operations.
“Such acts of responsibility and swift thinking are at the heart of railway safety,” the General Manager said during the felicitation. “Track maintainers like Akshay Raj represent the true spirit of service that keeps the railways running smoothly, especially in challenging terrain like the Lumding–Badarpur section.”
The General Manager also called on all railway personnel to remain vigilant and proactive in their duties, stressing that the safety of passengers and smooth functioning of railway services depends greatly on the alertness of ground-level staff.
The Lumding–Badarpur hill section, known for its difficult terrain and vulnerability to landslides during the monsoon, is closely monitored by the railway authorities. Incidents like this, the NFR noted, reinforce the importance of field-level vigilance in maintaining the integrity of the network.
