Indian Railways is updating its official logo to include 18 stars instead of 17. This change comes with the creation of the South Coast Railway (SCoR) as the 18th railway zone. The new zone will officially start its operations from June 1, 2026.
Why is the Indian Railways logo changing?
The logo change is happening because a new zonal railway, the South Coast Railway (SCoR), has been formed. Since the stars in the logo represent the railway zones, the number of red stars is being increased to 18. The Chairman and CEO of the Railway Board have already approved this modified logo for official use across the country.
Key details about South Coast Railway (SCoR)
The South Coast Railway will be headquartered in Visakhapatnam. This new zone fulfills a long-standing demand that existed since the division of Andhra Pradesh in 2014. The zone will manage several key divisions to improve connectivity and infrastructure in the region.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Official Start Date | June 1, 2026 |
| Headquarters | Visakhapatnam |
| New Logo Stars | 18 Red Stars |
| Included Divisions | Guntakal, Guntur, Vijayawada, and Visakhapatnam |
| Approved by | CRB and CEO of Railway Board |
When will the new logo be implemented?
The 18-star logo will be officially adopted by all railway entities starting June 1, 2026. The Railway Board has directed all zones and affiliated institutes to use this new logo on official communication, stationery, signboards, digital platforms, and promotional materials.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
भारतीय रेलवे के लोगो में कितने सितारे होंगे?
अब भारतीय रेलवे के लोगो में 17 की जगह 18 लाल सितारे होंगे, जिसे रेलवे बोर्ड ने मंजूरी दे दी है।
South Coast Railway (SCoR) जोन कब से काम करना शुरू करेगा?
दक्षिण तट रेलवे (SCoR) जोन 1 जून, 2026 से औपचारिक रूप से अपना परिचालन और प्रशासनिक काम शुरू करेगा।