Bhubaneswar, Jan 11: Amitabh Singhal, an accomplished officer of the Indian Railways, has officially joined as the first Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of the newly established Rayagada Railway Division under the East Coast Railway.
This appointment marks a key step in operationalizing the new division and advancing infrastructure development in the region.
The formation of the Rayagada Railway Division is part of a significant initiative to accelerate the development of the railway network, particularly in the southern districts of Odisha. This division will focus on the tribal and aspirational districts of Rayagada, Koraput, Gajapati, Nabarangpur, Malkangiri, and Kalahandi, driving an expedited transformation in these underserved areas.
The appointment of Singhal to this vital role aims to ensure the fast-tracked execution of divisional headquarters and the rapid development of railway infrastructure in these regions.
His leadership is expected to play a transformative role in boosting economic growth, improving connectivity, and generating employment opportunities, especially in the tribal belt of South Odisha.
Singhal brings with him an impressive track record in the Indian Railways. A graduate in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from NIT Trichy, he joined Indian Railways in 1999 as an Assistant Divisional Electrical Engineer. He has since contributed significantly to key projects, including the design, manufacturing, and commissioning of the Vande Bharat Express (Train-18), as well as innovations in railway electrification.
