Jaya Verma Sinha becomes first female chairman, CEO of Indian Railways
The Statesman|September 01, 2023
In a historic move, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has granted approval for the appointment of Jaya Verma Sinha, a seasoned member of the Indian Railway Management Services (IRMS), as the new Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Railway Board.
Jaya Verma Sinha becomes first female chairman, CEO of Indian Railways

This appointment signifies a pivotal juncture in the 166-year history of the Indian Railways, as Jaya Verma Sinha takes on the mantle of CEO, becoming the first woman to hold this esteemed position.

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