IndiGo Crisis Spurs Indian Railways Loco Pilots to Demand Strict Work Hours

• Loco pilots demand strict work-hour limits for Indian Railways to curb fatigue and prevent accidents, citing the government's stance on airline pilot work hours during the IndiGo crisis.
• The All India Loco Running Staff Association (AILRSA) criticized the government for leniency towards private airlines regarding safety regulations, contrasting it with strictness towards public sector employees.
• AILRSA states that aviation issues reflect long-standing concerns of loco pilots, who have sought scientifically designed duty schedules for decades.
• The association urged Railways to adopt an FRMS-based work-hour system, including a six-hour daily duty limit, predictable rest, 16 hours rest after each shift, and weekly rest.

Why It Matters: Loco pilots demand work-hour caps, raising railway safety concerns for passengers.