The Kharagpur Division of South Eastern Railway has achieved a major milestone by securing nine efficiency awards for its outstanding performance across various operational and functional domains in 2025. These prestigious accolades were presented during a ceremony held at the SERSA Indoor Stadium in Garden Reach, Kolkata, where South Eastern Railway General Manager Anil Kumar Jain honored the division for its commitment to service excellence.
Key highlights of the achievement include:
- Nine efficiency awards were bagged by the Kharagpur Division across multiple categories.
- The division received honors in Business and Passenger Services, Mechanical Engineering, Personnel, Safety, Terminal Management, and Signal & Telecommunications.
- The Santragachi Coaching Depot was declared the Best Coaching Depot.
- The Kharagpur Carriage Workshop received the award for Best Workshop.
- Nimpur Goods Depot shared the Best Goods Depot award with the ADTP Goods Depot of the Chakradharpur Division.
A Testament to Teamwork and Operational Excellence
These awards serve as a recognition of the relentless efforts and high standards maintained by the officers and staff of the Kharagpur Division. According to South Eastern Railway officials, the collective commitment of the workforce was instrumental in achieving these results. The success highlights the importance of inter-departmental coordination and professional efficiency in managing complex railway operations.
By securing these awards, the Kharagpur Division has reaffirmed its dedication to enhancing operational efficiency, passenger services, safety standards, and asset management. The division remains focused on providing superior travel experiences to rail passengers while maintaining the highest benchmarks in infrastructure maintenance and terminal operations. This recognition not only boosts the morale of the railway personnel but also sets a benchmark for other divisions within the South Eastern Railway network to strive for operational excellence.