PCCM reviews progress of Amrit Bharat Station works
Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Narendra A. Patil and Senior Divisional Commercial Manager Vavilapalli Rambabu along with other officers explained the progress of the works taken up under the Amrit Bharat Stations in Vijayawada division.
Mr. Narendra A. Patil said that of the total 15 goods sheds, works of five sheds will complete by the end of this year, and works of the remaining sheds are under progress.
The PCCM said that the modernisation works will enhance cargo handling efficiency and boost freight revenue. He appreciated the progress made by the Vijayawada division in regards to station redevelopment and the goods sheds.
Mr. Ramesh asked the officers to expedite the works related to construction of approach roads, installation of CCTVs, cover over the platform, labour facilities at the goods sheds and passenger amenities at the stations.
He also interacted with the ticket checking squads and reviewed the performance of the Commercial department staff. He directed the officers concerned to respond to the complaints received through 'Rail Madad'.
Additional DRMs P.E. Edwin and Konda Srinivasa Rao, Divisional Commercial Managers K. Sambasiva Rao, D. Satyanarayana and other officers participated in the meeting.
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