Chennai: In a heartwarming incident, Railway Protection Force (RPF) personnel of Chennai Division successfully reunited a five-year-old girl with her parents after she got separated from them at Chennai Egmore railway station. The incident took place on May 28 at approximately 5pm on Platform 5, while passengers were boarding the Chennai Egmore–Kanyakumari Express.
The child, identified as Darshana, became separated from her parents amid the rush of passengers. The distressed mother, who was frantically searching for her daughter, was noticed by Swathi, an RPF personnel on patrol duty. Swathi immediately alerted fellow RPF and Government Railway Police (GRP) staff across the station and initiated a coordinated search operation.
The team searched key locations within the station premises and traced the child near the A2 coach of the same train within a short span of time. The child was safely reunited with her parents, and the train departed on schedule at 5.20pm without any disruption. The parents expressed heartfelt gratitude to the RPF and GRP personnel for their quick response and assistance.
Railways reiterated that passenger safety and security remain a top priority. Under Operation Nanhe Fariste, Chennai Division RPF rescued 630 runaway or missing children, including 117 girls, during the last financial year 2025–26. Passengers are encouraged to seek assistance through Railway Helpline 139, RailMadad, or by approaching RPF and GRP personnel when needed.
This incident highlights the vigilance and efficiency of railway security personnel in ensuring the safety of passengers, especially vulnerable children. The coordinated efforts of the RPF and GRP teams exemplify their commitment to public service.
