Overview
- Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw held a high-level review on June 19 that examined a package of measures to strengthen the role of Station Masters across Indian Railways.
- Officials discussed expanding administrative and financial authority at station level so Station Masters can resolve local problems and approve quicker maintenance and passenger services.
- The ministry reviewed prioritising recruitment and targeted deployment of additional Station Masters in multi-track and high-density sections to match rising traffic and operational complexity.
- Technology proposals include mobile app–based paperless workflows and an integrated Station Management System to speed coordination between departments and resolve passenger issues faster.
- Plans to modernise training with VR and simulators, improve safety gear, and create clearer career paths were reviewed but the package remains under consideration without final approvals or timelines.