October 16, 2008

Strides of progress by Indian Railway in 2007 – Brief

In the past few years, Indian Railways have registered an unprecedented turnaround in its fortunes that has helped launch itself towards a path of gigantic growth and development, keeping in view the future transportation needs of the economy.

Milestones have been bettered and sights set on newer ones, especially those that beckon it during the 11th Plan period such as the freight loading target of 1100 million tonnes during that period. The year 2007 has been significant for the Railways in achieving goals and targets with regard to the following
1. Revenue Generation
2. UIC plays active role under IR leadership
3. Making India a global hub for International Railway Managers
4. Signing agreement on Trans Asian Railways
5. Passenger Amenities
6. World-class railway stations
7. Dial ‘139’ countrywide common telephone no. for train enquiry
8. Dedicated Freight Corridor
9. Production Units meet target
10. Introduction of state-of-the-art EMUs
11. Reaching out to backward areas
12. Setting up of joint venture power plant
13. Coal transportation agreement
14. Technological Upgradation of Telecommunication Systems
15. Highest bonus ever paid to employees
16. Safety and security
17.Excellent achievements in sports
18. World Heritage
19. Allowing sale of reserved tickets through Post Offices
20. Growing world-wide interest in Indian Railways

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