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Leadership Updates: Manish Pradhan Appointed Director (Technical) of Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation

Former Western Railway Chief Works Engineer Assumes Key Role to Strengthen MRVC’s Technical Leadership in Mumbai Suburban Rail Modernization
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Mumbai: Mr. Manish Pradhan, IRSME, has been appointed as Director (Technical) of Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation Ltd. (MRVC), the Ministry of Railways announced today. His tenure will continue until 30th June 2028 or further orders, with an IDA pay scale of ₹1,80,000–3,40,000.

Career Background of Mr. Manish Pradhan

Mr. Pradhan, born on 1st July 1968, joined the Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) on 30th November 1992. Before this appointment, he served as Chief Works Engineer (CWE), Western Railway, gaining extensive experience in railway infrastructure projects.

On assuming charge of his new role at MRVC, his resignation from Railway service has been accepted, and the exact date of assumption will be communicated to the Ministry of Railways.

Read also: PESB Recommends Harishankar Chaturvedi as Director (Projects) of Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation

Key Appointment Details

  • Position: Director (Technical), MRVC
  • Pay Scale: ₹1,80,000–3,40,000 (IDA)
  • Tenure: Until 30th June 2028 or further orders
  • Previous Role: Chief Works Engineer, Western Railway
  • Resignation: Accepted from Indian Railways upon MRVC assumption

This strategic appointment strengthens MRVC’s technical leadership as the organization continues its focus on upgrading Mumbai’s suburban railway network.

About Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation

MRVC is a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, responsible for the modernization, planning, and expansion of Mumbai’s suburban railway infrastructure. It plays a key role in improving commuter safety, capacity, and efficiency across one of India’s busiest rail networks.

Read also: MRVC Appoints Ms. Namita Tripathi as Additional Director (Finance) to Strengthen Financial Oversight


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