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To ensure seamless and safe operations during the monsoon season, North Central Railway, under the leadership of General Manager Shri Naresh Pal Singh, has rolled out a running, tech-enabled Monsoon RUB Monitoring & Waterlogging Management Protocol across its jurisdiction.
At the core of this strategy is the Bridge Management System (BMS), which drives a rigorous and multi-layered framework to monitor, manage, and mitigate waterlogging issues at Road Under Bridges (RUBs), prioritizing public safety and uninterrupted traffic flow.
Key Highlights of the Protocol:
ADEN-wise Monsoon WhatsApp Groups:
Dedicated ADEN-wise Monsoon WhatsApp groups have been created in divisions for real-time monitoring. Hourly section-wise rainfall duration is reported, and whenever rainfall occurs, geo-tagged photographs of all affected RUBs are shared immediately.
Twice-Daily Monitoring:
Geo-tagged photographs of all RUBs are collected and reviewed daily at proper interval to monitor the prevailing waterlogging status.
Real-Time BMS Reporting: Waterlogging at every RUB is reported in real time through the Bridge Management System (BMS). After dewatering, the updated status is uploaded again to confirm restoration.
Vulnerability Classification – Mild: Waterlogging depth greater than 5 cm and up to 20 cm is classified as Vulnerable (Mild), with inspection mandatory every 15 days through the BMS.
Vulnerability Classification – Severe: Waterlogging depth greater than 20 cm is classified as Vulnerable (Severe), with inspection mandatory through the BMS once a week.
Critical Waterlogging: Waterlogging exceeding 50 cm and persisting for more than 6 hours is considered a critical case.
Traffic Regulation:
If the waterlogging depth exceeds 300 mm (30 cm), the RUB is temporarily closed to road traffic until complete dewatering is carried out.
Apart from it watchmen are being stationed at sensitive locations to monitor the real time situations. This watchman have been counselled to remain sensitive about the waterlogging and in case of traffic regulations they have been instructed to chain the way so any vehicle doesn't get stuck up in the waterlogged LHS.
Important Clarification regarding Waterways(culverts):
Stakeholders and the public should note that certain waterways or drainage culverts exist solely for specialized water drainage and management, rather than public transit or general commute. Occasionally, photographs of these exclusive waterways appear in public circulation and are mistakenly perceived or misconstrued as Road Under Bridges (RUBs) or Limited Height Subways (LHS), leading to public confusion. Citizens are advised to distinguish between operational transit RUBs/LHS and dedicated structural waterways.
North Central Railway remains fully committed to maintaining high safety standards and minimizing monsoon-related inconveniences through proactive planning, transparent communication, and continuous digital surveillance.
(Dr. Amit Malaviya)
Sr. PRO