South Western Railway prepares to face challenges posed by cyclone
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South Western Railway has made preparations to face challenges posed by cyclone Tauktae.
General Manager Gajanan Mallya has instructed heads of all departments to take steps to prevent the loss of lives or railway property. All frontline staff members have been instructed to ensure safe train operations.
Disaster Control Cell at South Western Railway Headquarters in Hubballi has been activated and an interdisciplinary team of officers from various departments is monitoring the situation round the clock.
Weather warnings are disseminated in a timely manner to stations to alert Station Masters, Trackmen, Engineering, Electrical and Signal and Telecom maintenance staff. All officers and staff have been asked to act as per the Disaster Management Manual in anticipation of heavy rain.