Indian Railways Installs 19,742 Fog Pass Devices for Safer Operations

17 Dec 2024 CW Team

Indian Railways has deployed 19,742 fog pass devices to enhance train operations during foggy conditions, aiming to improve passenger safety, reduce delays, and increase the reliability of rail services. The Ministry of Railways highlighted this initiative on social media platform X, stating, "Indian Railways guarantees persistent safety measures through a manifold increase in the implementation of fog safety devices across the nation." A Fog Pass Device is a GPS-based navigation system designed to assist train drivers in navigating through dense fog. It provides real-time information such as speed limits, level crossing gates, and signal locations, ensuring drivers remain aware of their surroundings. Additionally, the device offers audio guidance to alert drivers about upcoming events, enhancing operational safety during challenging weather conditions. (ET)

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