Egyptian parliament member Mohamed Abdel Hafez, a member of the Reform and Development Party, has called for a review of the country's railway development plans following a recent fatal train crash in the Giza province. The crash, which occurred in the El Ayat area, has raised concerns about the safety and maintenance of Egypt's railway system. Abdel Hafez emphasized that protecting citizens' lives on roads and railways is a national responsibility that cannot be delayed or neglected.
The El Ayat train crash is not an isolated incident, with several similar accidents occurring in recent years. Abdel Hafez stressed that the success of infrastructure projects should not be measured solely by their investment size, but also by their ability to protect citizens' lives and provide a safe transportation environment. He also pointed to the need for a comprehensive review of the safety and security systems in the transportation sector.
The Egyptian National Railway Authority had previously announced a comprehensive development plan for the railway system, with a total investment of 366 billion Egyptian pounds. The plan included updating signaling systems, renovating crossings, developing railway lines, and modernizing locomotives and carriages. Despite this significant investment, the recurrence of accidents has raised questions about the effectiveness of maintenance and supervision procedures.
Abdel Hafez emphasized the need to implement President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi's directives to activate control tools and hold accountable those responsible for any negligence or misconduct. He also stressed the importance of conducting thorough and transparent investigations into the causes of such accidents and announcing the results to the public.
The Egyptian parliament member called for a review of all operating and signaling systems, as well as the adoption of strict preventive policies to prevent similar accidents in the future. He also expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and wished a speedy recovery to all those injured in the accident.
The recent train crash has highlighted the need for a thorough review of Egypt's railway safety record and the implementation of effective measures to prevent such accidents. The government has been criticized for its handling of the railway system, with many calling for greater investment in safety and maintenance.
The investigation into the El Ayat train crash is ongoing, with authorities working to determine the causes of the accident and identify those responsible. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and calls for greater accountability and transparency in the management of Egypt's railway system.
Key points
- The Egyptian government has allocated 366 billion Egyptian pounds for a comprehensive development plan to upgrade the country's railway system.
