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SizeAbcSmallAbcMediumAbcLargeSavePrintCommentSynopsisThe East Coast Railway has introduced an AI robotic surveillance
system at Puri station. This advanced technology will assist security personnel during the upcoming Bahuda Yatra
festival. The robotic platform, named DSC ARJUN, offers 24/7 intelligent monitoring and crowd analysis. It can detect
unattended baggage and suspicious activities, enhancing passenger safety. This deployment signifies a significant step
in integrating technology for railway security operations.AgenciesPuri railway station gets AI-powered robot ahead of
Bahuda Yatra [Representative Image]The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has introduced an AI-based robotic surveillance system
at Puri railway station ahead of Lord Jagannath’s Bahuda Yatra on July 24. The technology aims to strengthen passenger
safety and support security personnel during the large-scale religious gathering.DSC ARJUN to Assist RPF During Bahuda
YatraThe AI-powered robotic platform, named DSC ARJUN, will initially be deployed at Puri station due to the expected
arrival of lakhs of devotees for the festival."Since lakhs of devotees throng the pilgrim town on the occasion of Bahuda
Yatra, ECoR authorities have decided to deploy it in Puri for the time being. It may later be shifted to Bhubaneswar
railway station," an official said.AI Technology to Improve Railway SecurityAccording to ECoR, DSC ARJUN has been
developed to assist the Railway Protection Force (RPF) by using advanced technologies such as:Artificial Intelligence
(AI)Computer visionMachine learningInternet of Things (IoT)-based systemsThe platform is designed to provide faster
monitoring and enable more proactive security measures at railway stations.Live EventsEvolution of Robotic Policing in
Indian RailwaysRobotic security systems were first introduced in Indian Railways in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic,
when Central Railway developed Captain ARJUN to support frontline staff.Following this initiative, ECoR launched the
humanoid robot ASC ARJUN at Visakhapatnam railway station on January 23 this year. DSC ARJUN is the next step in this
technology journey, combining AI-powered surveillance with advanced analytics.Key Features of DSC ARJUNDesigned as a
support system for RPF personnel, DSC ARJUN can provide 24/7 surveillance and intelligent monitoring. Its major features
include:AI-based facial recognitionReal-time crowd analysisPassenger countingUnattended baggage detectionSuspicious
activity identificationPublic announcementsLive video streamingInstant security alertsDeployment Across Sensitive
Railway AreasOfficials said the robotic platform can be used at several locations, including:Railway platformsStation
concoursesBooking countersWaiting hallsParking areasParcel officesOther vulnerable zonesRole in Crowd Management and
Emergency ResponseECoR officials said continuous monitoring and AI-based analysis will help RPF personnel in preventing
crimes, managing large crowds, protecting railway property and responding quickly during emergencies.The deployment of
DSC ARJUN marks another step towards integrating advanced technology into railway security operations.[With PTI
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