India, July 25 -- To address increasing complaints from passengers and visitors about nuisance created by drunk and unwanted individuals, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) Pune Division has deployed dedicated squads to conduct round-the-clock patrolling at Pune and Ahilyanagar railway station premises.

With over 2 lakh passengers commuting through Pune station and more than 250 train operations taking place daily, the presence of unauthorised individuals on platforms, waiting halls, and entry gates has become a cause for alarm often leading to petty crimes, thefts, and confrontations, said officials.

The five-personnel squads will patrol station premises and take action against individuals found under the influence of alcohol, engaging...