Changing the Course: How Envu Helped Indian Railways Restore a Healthy Environment

In 2024, officials at the Wadi Bunder Coaching Depot in Mumbai faced an urgent sanitation crisis. Passenger complaints related to cockroach and rodent sightings had surged by 250%, putting immense pressure on teams to act fast — and effectively. That’s when Envu was called in not just as a provider, but as a trusted adviser.

Working side by side with railway authorities, our team conducted a thorough inspection and identified key gaps contributing to the sanitation challenge, including — inconsistent sanitation practices, limited technician training, ineffective pesticide application and malfunctioning equipment. With urgency and care, we implemented a proven Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) tailored to meet the depot’s specific challenges

The Envu SOP included:

• A dual-approach treatment plan using Temprid® SC and Maxforce® Fusion for cockroach control, and Racumin® Sure glue traps and repellents for rodent management.

• Comprehensive technician training focused on application accuracy, safety protocols and pesticide dosage guidelines to prevent pest resistance.

• Equipment optimization and ongoing monitoring for consistent results and sustainable outcomes.

The impact was immediate: within 15 days, passenger complaints dropped by 60-70%. Within a month, they reached zero.

What began as a quick fix at Wadi Bunder has become a catalyst for nationwide impact — building trust that is opening doors to additional railway zones and scaling our reach across India’s public transportation network. That same spirit of rapid, responsible action defined our recent success at the once-in-a-lifetime Maha Kumbh 2025, where Envu India uncovered a critical sanitation gap in fly control and swiftly responded to protect millions of pilgrims.

And through every step, we remained focused on what matters most: helping our customers exceed expectations by creating safer, healthier spaces for the communities they serve. As Envu continues to lead with industry collaboration and forward-thinking innovation, the partnership with Indian Railways stands as a testament to our commitment to not only addressing immediate challenges but also shaping a more sustainable future.

As cities grow and populations expand, evolving pests are an ever-present challenge. Through our partnership with pest management professionals, Envu continues to respond to shifts in nature with proven chemistries and advanced detection tools, enabling customers to take full control of any pest situation.
By ensuring healthy environments through proven pest management solutions and sanitation expertise, Envu is working toward changing the course for railways across India, one journey at a time.

This is the power of partnership. This is what it means to be a force with nature.