Western Railway Installs Automatic Fire Alarm System At 80 Bhavnagar Division Stations

Western Railway’s Bhavnagar Division has commissioned an Automatic Fire Alarm and Detection System (AFDAS) at 80 stations to strengthen passenger safety and protect railway infrastructure.

AFDAS Commissioned At 80 Stations

The modern fire detection system has been installed at stations under the Bhavnagar Division by the Railway’s Signal and Telecommunication Department.

The system is designed to detect potential fire risks at an early stage within signalling equipment installed at the stations, allowing railway personnel to respond before an incident escalates.

Audio-Visual Alerts For Faster Response

Once a potential fire risk is detected, the AFDAS triggers an audio-visual alarm at the site. The immediate warning is intended to help railway staff take timely action and begin evacuation and emergency response measures.

The system will also support relief and rescue operations by providing early information about a possible fire, helping passengers and staff move to safety more quickly.

Continuous Monitoring Of Signalling Equipment

The AFDAS provides continuous monitoring of signalling rooms and associated equipment. Railway officials said this will help identify fire risks early and strengthen emergency preparedness at the stations.

Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Atul Kumar Tripathi said passenger safety and security remain the railway’s top priority. He said the installation of AFDAS at 80 stations would strengthen the technical safety infrastructure across the division.

The move is part of Western Railway’s efforts to improve station safety through modern monitoring and fire detection technology.