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38METRO RAIL NEWS -AUGUST 2025 www.metrorailnews.in Real-World Implementations of AI-Powered Surveillance in Rail Networks1.India %u2013 Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation (BMRCL)%u2022In May 2025, Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) announced the deployment of an advanced AI-powered CCTV surveillance system at six metro stations between Byappanahalli and MG Road of the Purple Line. The key feature of the deployment is the incorporation of Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) technology, which captures and analyses vehicle number plates in front of metro stations.2.India %u2013 Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC)%u2022The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) is planning to deploy an advanced AI-powered CCTV surveillance system to enhance safety and streamline operations under Phase IV of the Delhi Metro Rail Project.%u2022Additionally, DMRC is also planning to install smart cameras with facial recognition at seven stations of the Airport Express Line. DMRC principal executive director, corporate communications, Anuj Daya, mentioned, %u201cA tender has been floated for the design, supply, and commissioning of such cameras at the entry/exit points of the identified stations.%u201d3.Indian Railways %u2022The Railway Board plans to install AI-powered CCTV Cameras on every locomotive and at key yards to address the rising number of rail accidents across the country.%u2022In a press briefing at Prayagraj Railway Junction, former Railway Board Chairperson and CEO Jaya Verma Sinha said, %u201cWe are installing CCTV cameras with AI technology on every locomotive and at all significant yards,%u201d. 4.Hong Kong- Mass Transit Railway System ( MRTS)%u2022Hong Kong%u2019s Mass Transit Railway, or MTR, uses AI to forecast congestion levels and move more trains proactively into that area. AI algorithms analyze live data from cameras and sensors to forecast crowd density and prevent platform overcrowding by automatically adjusting train frequency. Benefits of AI-Powered Surveillance in Rail Networks1. Enhanced Passenger Safety%u2022AI-driven surveillance systems enable real-time monitoring of passengers%u2019 activity, ensuring rapid detection of potential threats. Integrated tools like facial recognition and ANPR empowers security personnel to respond rapidly, which reduces the risk of crime, harassment or terrorism. 2. Improved Emergency Management %u2022The AI-powered surveillance systems delivers real-time location tracking and updates during the situations like stampedes, medical emergencies and crowd surges.This facilitates quicker decision-making and enables dynamic crowd redirection during emergencies. 3. Reduced Human Error%u2022AI surveillance provides continuous 24/7 monitoring with high accuracy. It detects potential threats early, which reduces the risk of errors and supports seamless operation. 4. Data-Driven Insights for Future Planning%u2022AI collects and analyses massive volumes of data on passenger behaviour, peak hours, and traffic patterns. These insights help rail authorities design better station layouts, improve scheduling, and anticipate future infrastructure needs. www.metrorailnews.in TRAINTECHNOLOGY