NFR GM Chetan Kumar Shrivastava interacts with other officials during the Dibrugarh Workshop in Assam on September 19
Maligaon, September 19 (MExN): Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has improved the Periodical Overhauling (POH) outturn of coaches and wagons at Dibrugarh Workshop under Tinsukia Division against prescribed targets, while undertaking initiatives to enhance maintenance capacity, workplace safety and sustainable railway operations.
The workshop is undertaking infrastructure augmentation for refurbishment of Linke Hofmann Busch (LHB) coaches and enhancement of POH capacity.
Its maintenance activities include detailed examination of coach body components, undergear and other critical parts to ensure structural integrity, safety and operational fitness. The workshop also undertakes Intermediate Overhauling (IOH) of coaches and goods wagons.
As part of workplace safety measures, two Pro Air Welding Helmets equipped with Powered Air-Purifying Respirator (PAPR) systems have been provided to staff engaged in prolonged hot-work activities at the workshop.
The initiative is aimed at enhancing respiratory protection and improving the comfort and working conditions of personnel involved in such activities.
The workshop has also undertaken a green energy initiative by installing solar modules recovered from a condemned Camp Coach on the rooftop of its new Canteen Building.
The solar power generated is being used to charge battery-operated platform trucks, promoting the use of renewable energy and helping reduce the workshop's carbon footprint.
NFR General Manager Chetan Kumar Shrivastava recently visited the Dibrugarh Workshop and conducted a detailed inspection of various sections.
During the visit, he reviewed ongoing works and maintenance activities, including POH and IOH of coaches and goods wagons.
Shrivastava interacted with officials and staff and emphasised adherence to high standards of safety, quality and efficiency while ensuring timely maintenance and availability of fit rolling stock.
He was accompanied by senior officials from NFR headquarters, the Divisional Railway Manager of Tinsukia Division and other divisional officers.
The General Manager also reviewed the progress of infrastructure augmentation and other ongoing works at the workshop, emphasising their timely completion with due focus on safety and quality.
He subsequently inspected various railway stations under Tinsukia Division, where he reviewed passenger amenities, station infrastructure and cleanliness.
