“Operation Thirst” launched by RPF.

To curb the menace of unauthorized PDW (PACKAGED DRINKING WATER) in Railway premises, an all India drive named “Operation Thirst” was launched.Almost all major stations over Indian Railway were covered during this operation.
During the drive, 1371 persons were arrested for selling of packaged drinking water of unauthorised brands under different sections.
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is a security force, established by the Railway Protection Force Act, 1957; enacted by the Indian Parliament for "the better protection and security of railway property".