RVNL Bags ₹90.64-Cr Southern Railway Order to Install CCTV Surveillance at 484 Stations

Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL) has been awarded a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) by Southern Railway for the provision of IP-based CCTV cameras with networking, video monitoring systems, and video recording facilities at 484 stations across six divisions of Southern Railway. The awarded work is valued at ₹90.64 crore (including applicable taxes) and involves the installation of IP-based CCTV cameras at 441 D & E category stations and augmentation at 43 A, B & C category stations. The scope of work includes deploying Video Management Systems, Video Analytics, and Face Recognition Systems in line with the latest RDSO specifications. The IP-based CCTV surveillance system will comply with all cybersecurity provisions. CCTV monitoring will be carried out from 82 RPF Thanas, Divisional Headquarters, and the Zonal Headquarters of Southern Railway. The complete project is scheduled to be executed within 18 months.

Benefits of the CCTV Surveillance System:

Enhanced safety and security for passengers, particularly women, children, and senior citizens, by preventing crime and miscreant activities.
In emergencies such as accidents or medical incidents, CCTV footage will help authorities assess situations and provide timely assistance.
Ability to monitor passenger flow and identify high-congestion areas, enabling better crowd management.
Support for monitoring upkeep and cleanliness across station premises.

Pradeep Gaur, Chairman and Managing Director, RVNL, said: “This significant order from Southern Railway reinforces RVNL’s role as a key enabler of advanced rail infrastructure. Deploying a modern Video Surveillance System across railway stations will transform the safety landscape for millions of passengers. Beyond deterring crime, the system will empower railway authorities with real-time data for faster decision-making, better crowd control, and quicker emergency response. This initiative is a testament to our commitment to bringing cutting-edge technology into India’s railway network and supporting the government’s vision of safer, smarter stations across the country.”