Railway Loco Pilots Demand Fatigue Rules After IndiGo Crisis

• Indian Railways loco pilots (AILRSA) demand science-based duty time planning and working hour limits to reduce fatigue and accidents.
• AILRSA compares their demands to the IndiGo crisis, where the government mandated pilot working hour limits after safety rule violations.
• Loco pilots seek to fill vacancies, implement better labor practices, and adopt scientific rostering.
• AILRSA criticizes the government for being strict with state employees but lenient with private companies regarding safety regulations.
• Proposed working hour system includes a six-hour daily limit, 16 hours rest after shifts, and one weekly rest day, based on FRMS.

Why It Matters: Railway safety is jeopardized by loco pilot fatigue, mirroring aviation issues.