CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Coordination Review Meeting Chaired by West Central Railway General Manager Shobhana Bandopadhyay
A Coordination Review Meeting was conducted under the chairmanship of Shobhana Bandopadhyay, General Manager of West Central Railway. The meeting was attended by Additional General Manager/Principal Chief Mechanical Engineer Nitin Chaudhary, Principal Chief Safety Officer Praveen Khorana, Principal Chief Signal & Telecommunication Engineer Eknath Mohkar, Principal Chief Operations Manager Gurinder Mohan Singh, Principal Chief Commercial Manager Kushal Singh, Principal Chief Engineer Ashutosh, Principal Financial Advisor Manjeet Kaur, Principal Chief Personnel Officer Prabhat, Principal Chief Electrical Engineer Mukesh, and Chief Administrative Officer (Construction) M.S. Hashmi, along with other department heads from the headquarters.
Divisional Railway Managers from Jabalpur, Bhopal, and Kota divisions also participated via video conferencing.
Key Focus Areas Discussed:
Station Redevelopment and Capital Expenditure (CAPEX):
Special emphasis on enhancing freight loading and originating revenue.
Progress review and acceleration of station redevelopment projects.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Focus on all KPI metrics and development of Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminals (GST) and Private Freight Terminals (PFTs).
Strategies for improving goods traffic and ensuring train safety inspections.
Safety and Maintenance:
Ensuring the availability of safety equipment and facilities for railway personnel.
Discussions on train safety measures, including the installation of Kavach, a safety mechanism.
Infrastructure Projects:
Review of railway infrastructure development projects and ensuring their timely completion.
Guidelines to ensure adherence to safety and security directives from the Railway Board.
Key Instructions from the General Manager:
Focus on punctuality monitoring and increasing train speeds while maintaining safety standards.
Maximum utilization of Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) in all three divisions.
Effective strategies to boost originating revenue and monitor goods traffic improvement.
Continuous monitoring of the development of Gati Shakti Multi-Modal Cargo Terminals (GST) and Private Freight Terminals (PFTs).
Accelerating the progress of station redevelopment and infrastructure projects, including Kavach installation.
The General Manager reiterated the importance of safety, emphasizing that it is the top priority for Indian Railways. Additionally, he stressed the need to enhance passenger amenities, increase revenue, and expedite pending projects. Clear instructions were given to the officials of all three divisions to ensure timely execution and continuous monitoring of critical tasks.
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