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Indian Railways Sees Historic Female Leadership with 3 Senior Women Officers – Know More About Them

Railway Board Welcomes Women Leaders: Mishra, Venugopal, Nayar Take Charge. Sonali Mishra Becomes First Woman DG of RPF as Railways Promote Women to Top Posts
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New Delhi: In a landmark development for Indian Railways, three senior women officers have assumed leadership roles in critical positions, marking a significant stride toward gender inclusivity and diversity at the highest levels of one of India’s largest public sector organisations.

Sonali Mishra: First Woman Director General of Railway Protection Force

The 1993 batch IPS officer of Madhya Pradesh cadre, Ms Sonali Mishra has made history by becoming the first woman to be appointed Director General of the Railway Protection Force (RPF). Approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), Ms Mishra will serve in this prestigious position until her retirement on October 31, 2026. This milestone comes in the 143-year legacy of the RPF, an essential security force tasked with safeguarding railway property and passengers.

Known for her professionalism and strategic leadership, Ms Mishra brings to the role over three decades of rich and varied policing experience. Prior to assuming charge at RPF, she served as the Additional Director General of Police (Selection/Recruitment) in Madhya Pradesh. She also held additional responsibilities as ADG of the Police Training & Research Institute and Director of the Madhya Pradesh Police Academy in Bhopal.

Read Also: IPS Sonali Mishra Becomes First Woman Director General (DG) of Railway Protection Force (RPF), Marks Historic Milestone – Know More About Her

Usha Venugopal: Member (Finance), Railway Board and CEO of IRFC

Veteran finance officer Usha Venugopal, an IRAS officer of 1987 batch, who has dedicated over three decades to railway finance, currently holds the crucial position of Member (Finance) on the Railway Board. In addition to her strategic role overseeing fiscal management across railway zones, she took over as Chairman & CEO of the Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) on August 1, 2024, further solidifying her influence on the railway’s financial architecture.

Aruna Nayar: Secretary, Railway Board

Aruna Nayar (IRMS) has been appointed Secretary, Railway Board, reinforcing the increasing presence and influence of women in top policymaking roles within Indian Railways. Her appointment underscores the shift toward more inclusive leadership that values expertise and experience irrespective of gender.

A Historic Shift in Indian Railways Leadership

Together, these three appointments reflect a transformational change in the Indian Railways’ gender landscape, highlighting a commitment to promoting capable women leaders to pivotal roles traditionally held by men. This historic moment signals the organisation’s ongoing evolution toward equality, excellence, and modern governance.

read also: Indian Railways Launches Jabalpur–Raipur Express for Daily Connectivity – Details Inside

About Railway Board

The Railway Board is the apex decision-making body of the Indian Railways, the fourth largest railway network in the world. It is the highest authority within the Indian Railways and acts as a crucial institution, with approximately 25 million people relying on it daily. The Board is essentially the administrative and executive arm that assists the Minister of Railways.

About IRFC

Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) is a public sector undertaking (PSU) and the dedicated financing arm of the Indian Railways. It was established in 1986 to mobilize funds from the capital markets to support the Indian Railways’ development needs. IRFC raises money through various sources, including domestic and international debt markets, and then uses these funds to finance the acquisition of assets like rolling stock and infrastructure projects for the Indian Railways.

About RPF

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) is an armed force of the Union of India, responsible for protecting railway property, passengers, and passenger areas. It is a central police organization under the Ministry of Railways. The RPF’s duties include maintaining law and order on the railways, escorting trains, and controlling access to railway stations. They also investigate and prosecute crimes related to railway property and passenger safety.


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