Indian Railways deploys drones for coach cleaning
01 Jul 2025 Editorial Team
Indian Railways has
introduced drone-based
cleaning technology at
Assam’s Kamakhya Station,
as per news reports. The
system uses drones equipped
with high-pressure water jets
to clean coach rooftops and
other hard-to-reach surfaces,
aiming to improve hygiene
and reduce manual labour.
Launched as a pilot in April,
this automated solution
enhances operational
efficiency and safety. The
drones also spray
disinfectants, replacing
conventional methods that
involved safety risks.
Previously used for
monitoring and inspections,
drones are now being
explored for broader
maintenance tasks.