Shri Hari Shankar Verma, a 1987 batch IRTS officer, has assumed charge as Member (Operations and Business Development), Railway Board. Renowned for his leadership in railway operations, safety, and management, he previously served as Director General (Safety), Railway Board. His appointment brings decades of rich operational and management experience to Indian Railways.

Introduction:

Shri Hari Shankar Verma, a senior Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) officer of the 1987 batch, has officially assumed charge as Member (Operations and Business Development), Railway Board, along with the role of Ex-officio Secretary to the Government of India. His appointment brings vast operational experience and strategic insight to one of the most critical positions in Indian Railways.

Prior to this assignment, Shri Verma served as Director General (Safety), Railway Board, where he played a pivotal role in strengthening the safety framework of Indian Railways. His tenure was marked by focused process improvements that significantly reduced the number of consequential railway accidents, taking the organization’s safety record to new heights.

Throughout his distinguished career, Shri Hari Shankar Verma has held several key leadership positions across different zones and divisions of Indian Railways. His professional journey reflects a strong blend of operational expertise, passenger-centric management, and institutional leadership.

Key Positions Held by Shri Hari Shankar Verma:

In each of these roles, Shri Verma is credited with establishing notable records and achieving significant operational milestones. His leadership style has consistently emphasized efficiency, innovation, and people-oriented governance.

As Director General of IRITM, Lucknow, Shri Verma contributed significantly to the training and capacity-building of railway officers, helping shape future leadership within Indian Railways. His experience in both field operations and institutional management makes him particularly suited for the role of Member (Operations and Business Development).

Awards, Training, and Expertise:

Shri Hari Shankar Verma’s contributions have been widely recognized at the national and zonal levels. He has been a two-time recipient of the Hon’ble Rail Minister Award and has received several other accolades at the General Manager level.

He has also undergone advanced management training in Singapore, Malaysia, and Italy, enhancing his global perspective on transport systems and organizational management. Widely regarded as a specialist in railway traffic and operations management, Shri Verma brings a wealth of technical and strategic knowledge to the Railway Board.

Conclusion:

With Shri Hari Shankar Verma taking charge as Member (Operations and Business Development), Railway Board, Indian Railways stands to benefit from his extensive operational experience, proven leadership in safety, and global management exposure, reinforcing its commitment to efficiency, safety, and sustainable growth.

Source: PIB – Press Release 

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