Indian Railways Marks International Women’s Day With Historic All-Women Crews

For the first time, the Vande Bharat Express and freight trains were operated entirely by women, showcasing leadership and inclusivity in railway operations.

The CSMT-Sainagar Shirdi Vande Bharat Express was managed entirely by an all-women crew, including Asia's first female loco pilot, Surekha Yadav.
Additional all-women-operated trains included freight services and passenger trains across various divisions, highlighting women’s growing roles in railway operations.
Key railway stations, such as Matunga in Maharashtra and Ajni in Nagpur, continued to be operated fully by women staff as part of ongoing gender inclusivity efforts.
Indian Railways organized events like wellness programs, self-defense workshops, and award ceremonies to honor and empower women employees nationwide.
The initiative aligns with Indian Railways’ broader commitment to gender equality, with 1.13 lakh women among its 12.3 lakh workforce.