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Summary:
East Coast Railway (ECoR) General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal conducted a thorough inspection of the Koraput-Rayagada railway line on December 12, 2025. The inspection included a review of stations (Koraput, Kakiriguma, Lakshmipur Road, Rayagada), railway establishments, ongoing development under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, railway infrastructure (bridges, curves, tracks), and employee interactions. Funkwal assessed passenger amenities, work progress, safety measures, and employee concerns. He also awarded cash prizes to frontline staff for their dedication.
News Article:
ECoR General Manager Inspects Koraput-Rayagada Line, Prioritizes Safety and Employee Well-being
Visakhapatnam, December 13, 2025 – East Coast Railway (ECoR) General Manager Parmeshwar Funkwal conducted an extensive inspection of the Koraput-Rayagada railway line yesterday, December 12, focusing on infrastructure, safety, and employee welfare. Accompanied by Divisional Railway Manager Lalit Bohra and other senior officials, Funkwal scrutinized railway establishments, stations, and ongoing development projects along the route.
The inspection included a detailed assessment of passenger amenities at Koraput railway station, along with progress on the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Further visits to Kakiriguma and Lakshmipur Road stations allowed Funkwal to inspect station buildings, pending works, railway colonies, and health units. He actively engaged with staff from various departments, addressing their concerns and emphasizing safety awareness.
A highlight of the inspection was the examination of Major Bridge No. 354 and a critical five-degree curve between Sikarpai and Keutguda. Funkwal personally verified the bridge’s integrity, curve alignment, safety fastenings, and track parameters, directly soliciting feedback from on-site maintenance personnel regarding challenges and safety practices.
Divisional Railway Manager Amitabh Singhal joined the inspection at Rayagada station. General Manager Funkwal recognized the dedication of frontline staff by awarding cash prizes to gangmen and the TRD Team, highlighting their exemplary commitment to duty in challenging sections. The ECoR underscored its commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient railway network while prioritizing the well-being of its employees.
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