In a move aimed at enhancing passenger safety and tackling the growing menace of stray dogs at railway stations, the Western Railway has designated station superintendents and station masters (in-charge) of all the stations in its Mumbai Division as nodal officers to prevent stray dog-related incidents.

The order, issued by the Senior Divisional Commercial Manager, Mumbai Central, follows directions from the Supreme Court of India, as well as instructions issued by the Railway Board and Western Railway headquarters. A copy of the order is with mid-day.