Collisions with train are generally catastrophic, in that the destructive forces of a train usually no match for any other type of vehicle. Train collisions form a major catastrophe, as they cause severe damage to life and property. Train collisions occur frequently eluding all the latest technology. 1.1 PROJECT BACKGROUND Railway safety is a crucial aspect of rail operation the world over. Malfunctions resulting in accidents usually get wide media coverage even when the railway is not at fault and give to rail transport, among the uninformed public, an undeserved image of inefficiency often fueling calls for immediate Fig1.1: Causalities in Train Accidents during 1995-96 to 2006-07 • 2 reforms.