The Vadodara division of Western Railway celebrated International Level Crossing Awareness Day (ILCAD) – 2026 on June 9, 2026. On this occasion, the safety department organized various awareness programs across the division to enhance public awareness about safety at railway level crossings and to prevent accidents caused by negligence.
Under the guidance of Divisional Railway Manager Raju Bhadke, the safety department, with the help of civil defense volunteers and local staff, conducted extensive public outreach and awareness campaigns at various level crossings in the division. During the campaign, road users, pedestrians, and vehicle drivers were encouraged to follow railway safety rules and adopt safe behaviors. As part of the program, a safety awareness street play was organized at Level Crossing No.
1 Special in the Pratapnagar section, which involved approximately 20 civil defense volunteers. The presentation effectively demonstrated the consequences of dangerous behaviors such as crossing the railway line unauthorized, crossing during the closure of the gate, and ignoring warning signals. Additionally, railway staff and civil defense volunteers at various level crossings established direct communication with the public and distributed safety-related pamphlets and handbills.
People were provided detailed information on maintaining vigilance near railway tracks and following necessary safety rules while crossing. According to a press release issued by Western Railway's Public Relations Officer Anubhav Saxena, awareness banners and promotional materials were also displayed at prominent locations. During the campaign, important messages related to precautions to be taken before crossing level crossings, instructions to be followed by gatekeepers and railway staff, etc., were conveyed to citizens.
Senior Safety Officer Sharad Gautam and Safety Officer Naveen Yadav of Vadodara division stated that the campaign received enthusiastic support from the public, and the railway successfully conveyed the message of safety and security to a large number of people. Citizens were encouraged to adopt safe behaviors through awareness activities, direct communication, and effective mediums like street plays. This event of International Level Crossing Awareness Day-2026 is a strong example of Vadodara division's commitment to public safety.
The railway's objective is not only limited to rail operations but also to ensure the safety and security of every citizen's life. A safe railway and a safe society can only be built through public participation and awareness.
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