LUCKNOW, May 4 -- To strengthen rail security, the Uttar Pradesh Government Railway Police (GRP) is set to procure six surveillance drones-one for each division-to intensify monitoring of railway tracks in sensitive and vulnerable stretches. The move comes amid ongoing concerns over sabotage attempts, stone-pelting incidents, and increasing passenger traffic across the state's rail network.

Director general of Railway Police Prakash D confirmed that the procurement process is in its advanced stage. He said two drones were already acquired ahead of the 2025 Mahakumbh, and the addition of six more will significantly strengthen surveillance across six sectors, including Lucknow, Moradabad, Gorakhpur, Prayagraj, Agra, and Jhansi.

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