NFR Organises Hearing Health Awareness Programme At New Guwahati Diesel Loco Shed

Hills Live News, Maligaon, October, 27:
Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) organised an interactive awareness programme on “Noise-
Induced Hearing Loss in the Workplace” at the office of the Senior Divisional Mechanical Engineer, New
Guwahati Diesel Loco Shed recently on the occasion of the “World Audiologist Day”. Centred on “Hearing
Health for All-Protect, Prevent and Care”, the programme highlighted early detection, preventive measures
and timely medical intervention. Around 20 personnel from the Mechanical and Electrical Departments,
including senior officials, technicians and loco pilots, participated in the programme.

The programme focused on protecting personnel exposure to dangerous levels of high noise during
their duty schedules. Preserving hearing health is particularly important in operational environments where
clear communication and recognition of surrounding sounds support alertness and effective performance.
Shri Anirban Sarkar, Audiologist, Central Hospital, Maligaon, delivered a presentation on the causes, risks
and prevention of noise induced hearing loss. Dr. Ruby Doley, Senior Divisional Medical Officer/ENT,
addressed participants’ queries and provided guidance on hearing conservation.

Dr. P. Deb Barman, Additional Chief Medical Superintendent, New Guwahati, was also present in the
event. Participants were informed about the Audiology and ENT services available at Central Hospital,
Maligaon. They encouraged seeking timely assessment of hearing-related concerns for early detection &
prevention of possible hearing loss. The initiative reinforced NFR’s emphasis on preventive healthcare and
the occupational well-being of its personnel.