The Fire Engineering Research Laboratory (FERL) and the Centre for Safety Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar organized a Workshop on Metro Fire Safety and Egress, bringing together experts, practitioners, and stakeholders involved in metro rail safety and infrastructure planning.
The workshop focused on critical aspects of fire safety in metro systems, including fire dynamics, evacuation and egress strategies, passenger safety, and emergency response planning. Through technical presentations, facility walkthroughs, and interactive discussions, participants examined real-world challenges and shared insights on improving safety measures in underground and elevated metro environments.
A strong emphasis was placed on discussion-oriented sessions to encourage the free flow of ideas, experience sharing, and collaborative problem-solving. Participants actively engaged in deliberations on evacuation behavior, visibility and smoke management, operational constraints, and design considerations for safer metro infrastructure.
The workshop provided a valuable platform for dialogue between researchers, engineers, and decision-makers, reinforcing the importance of research-driven approaches in enhancing the safety and resilience of metro transportation systems.
