Timely act by RPF constable prevents tragedy on moving train

A woman passenger’s life was saved at Secunderabad station when RPF constable Sanjay Kumar quickly pulled her away from a moving train, showcasing courage under Operation Jeevan Raksha.

Hyderabad: A timely and courageous act by Railway Protection Force (RPF) Constable Sanjay Kumar saved the life of a woman passenger at Secunderabad Railway Station.

The incident occurred on Wednesday when one M Sarad (52), a native of Srikakulam district, slipped while attempting to board the moving Secunderabad–Srikakulam Road (Train No.17016) and was about to fall on the platform.

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Constable Sanjay Kumar of 3BN/RPSF, Lucknow (‘C’ Coy), deployed for train-passing duty, noticed the passenger losing balance near the footboard. Displaying alertness and presence of mind, he rushed forward and pulled her away from the moving train, averting a certain tragedy.

Divisional Security Commissioner (Secunderabad) A. Naveen Kumar said “RPF staff have been doing yeomen service in saving precious human lives. In several instances, they have risked injuries themselves to rescue passengers. We appeal to travelers to avoid boarding or de-boarding moving trains.”

Under Operation Jeevan Raksha, RPF Secunderabad Division has saved three lives so far in 2025 and six lives in 2024 in similar incidents.