In a significant move to bolster railway safety and provide meaningful employment to veterans, the Sealdah Division of Eastern Railway has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Army Welfare Placement Organisation (AWPO). Under this agreement, ex-servicemen will be recruited as pointsmen across various railway stations within the division.

The primary objective is to enhance operational safety and address manpower shortages in critical security-related roles. AWPO will facilitate the selection of 16 candidates who will bring their discipline, extensive experience, and professional expertise to railway operations. These personnel will ensure safe train transit by strictly adhering to the Station Working Rules (SWR) and General and Subsidiary Rules (G&SR). Their primary responsibility will involve managing track points, ensuring that safety protocols are maintained at the ground level, which is a cornerstone of passenger safety.

The appointments will be on a temporary basis for one year or until regular recruitment is completed through the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC). The MoU was signed in the presence of senior officials from the Divisional Railway Manager’s office and the Director of AWPO. This collaboration reflects a joint commitment to national service, integrating the military’s tactical experience with the railway’s operational needs to elevate security standards in the Sealdah Division.