As a part of Zero Tolerance for safety, Alok Kansal – General Manager of Western Railway conducted the annual inspection of the Surat – Virar section of Mumbai Central Division on 22nd November, 2021. During the course of inspection, Mr. Kansal inspected various works related to safety & security, infrastructural work, passenger amenities, staff facilities & other development works over the section. GM was accompanied by Principal Head of Departments, Divisional Railway Manager of Mumbai Central Division and Divisional Branch officers.
GM Kansal conducted an intensive inspection of the Surat – Virar section with respect to Safety aspects of level crossings, important & minor bridges, sectional speed trial, integrated teams, points and crossing in the section, etc. WR GM also inspected passenger amenities at Surat, Navsari, Valsad and Udvada stations with specific emphasis on cleanliness. He also interacted with public representatives at Surat, Valsad & Navsari.
At Surat, Mr. Kansal inspected the Running room as well as the railway colony (east side). He also inaugurated the Gym at running room, Volley Ball Ground, Officer’s Rest House (ORH) as well as a Computerized Single Car Test rig at Surat Coaching Depot. At Valsad, GM inspected the Sub Divisional Hospital and inaugurated several amenities such as the X-ray machine, fire hydrant as well as the newly constructed Staff Quarters & Open Air Gym. GM also inspected the Crew lobby at Valsad including the Accident Relief Train (ART) & Accident Relief & Medical Equipment (ARME). GM Shri Kansal unveiled a Handbook titled “Safety Booklet of Pointsman & Rules”. GM also visited the RPF Training Centre, Valsad for inspection and inaugurated a slew of staff welfare amenities such as the RPF Barrack for women, USFD Workshop & Conference Hall as well as Basketball & Volleyball court.
