Indian Railways: The surveillance and security mechanism within the Raipur Railway Division is set for a complete overhaul. Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), 360-degree scans will be conducted on everything from freight trains to passenger coaches. AI-enabled cameras will instantly detect defects in wheels, brakes, and other critical components of moving trains, relaying this information directly to the relevant workshops. Trials for this system have already commenced. Additionally, modern technology will be employed for various other tasks. Railway officials assert that this AI revolution will ensure punctual train operations and provide enhanced amenities for passengers. AI-based systems are being installed in the division for ten distinct functions.
Virtual Tracking: An AI-based virtual tracking system has been installed at the Bhilai PP Yard. AI cameras perform 360-degree scans of freight trains and passenger coaches.
Facial Recognition: AI-enabled CCTV cameras featuring facial recognition technology will be installed at major stations.
AI Systems to Benefit Passengers and Staff; Data Loggers to Ensure Punctuality: A data logger display for train operations will be installed in the control room, showing the real-time location of trains.
Train and Coach Demand Analysis: A data analytics tool has been developed for management purposes; it will analyze waiting lists to determine demand levels across various routes.
‘iGOT’ Water Level Alerts: To address instances where coaches run out of water, the ‘iGOT’ system will issue an alert as soon as water levels drop.
AI Cameras at Level Crossings: AI cameras will provide automatic signals to the station master regarding the status of level crossing gates. The station master will only give the green signal for the train to proceed after confirming that the gate is fully closed.
Enhanced Safety via ‘DOST’ System: ‘DOST’ is an AI-based system designed to send alert messages to track-side maintenance staff regarding approaching trains on the same or adjacent tracks.
Drone-based OHE Surveys: For the first time in the railways, drones are being used to survey Overhead Equipment (OHE) lines for maintenance purposes. Drones identify faults by capturing photos and videos of wires, poles, and other equipment from above, thereby saving both manpower and time.
Preventing derailments: AI-equipped cameras will inspect the under-gear (the underside) of coaches and wagons as they pass through the station.
Real-time monitoring via IR Controller: The IR Controller system will provide real-time monitoring of lifts, escalators, and electrical systems installed at the station.
Stations in Raipur Division: 45
AI-based cameras to be installed in the division: Over 100
Passenger trains originating from the division: Over 130
New AI-driven projects in the division: Over 10
Footfall at Raipur Station: Over 80,000
