The Indian Railways is set to create a sports equipment policy aimed at easing the transport of sports gear for athletes. This initiative comes after a recent incident at Rajahmundry station, where pole vault athletes faced difficulties traveling with their poles. A letter from Shivraj Manaspure, a senior Divisional Commercial manager of Central Railway, emphasized the need for ticket-checking staff to treat sportspeople with courtesy and understanding. The Railway Sports Promotion Board (RSPB) has been in discussions with the Indian sports ministry to address the dimensions and types of equipment needed for travel, including poles up to 5.20 meters long, arrows, and rowing gear. This follows previous incidents where athletes, such as former national record holder Dev Meena, were fined for carrying their equipment. The sports ministry, led by Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, is advocating for the timely establishment of this policy, recognizing the importance of supporting athletes in their travel needs. The railway administration is committed to ensuring a passenger-friendly experience and is working closely with the sports ministry to finalize the necessary guidelines.