Two dedicated railway professionals from Kerala's Thiruvananthapuram division have been recognized with one of the Indian Railways' highest honours for their exemplary service. Ranjith K P, a senior divisional signal and telecommunication engineer, and Pramod R P, the chief health inspector at the divisional railway hospital in Pettah, were conferred the prestigious Athi Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar.
National Recognition for Exemplary Service
The awards were presented by Union Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, in a ceremony held in New Delhi on Saturday. This event forms a key part of the annual Railway Week celebrations, which commemorate a historic milestone: the commissioning of India's first passenger train on April 16, 1853.
What is the Athi Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar?
This distinguished award was instituted with a clear objective: to recognise and reward exceptional contributions that significantly enhance the growth, efficiency, safety, and service standards of the Indian Railways. It stands as one of the highest career accolades for a railway professional, reflecting the organisation's deep commitment to excellence, innovation, and public service.
The selection process is rigorous. Individual awards are announced every year at the railway board level and are personally conferred by the minister, underscoring their national importance.
Celebrating Kerala's Railway Champions
The achievements of the two awardees highlight critical, yet often behind-the-scenes, aspects of railway operations. Ranjith K P's work in the signal and telecommunication sector is vital for the safe and smooth movement of trains across the network. Meanwhile, Pramod R P's role as a chief health inspector ensures the well-being of both railway staff and passengers, a function that gained immense importance during public health challenges.
Their recognition brings pride to the Thiruvananthapuram railway division and serves as an inspiration to thousands of railway employees across the country. It reinforces the message that dedicated service in any domain, from technical engineering to public health, is valued and celebrated at the highest levels of the organization.
The conferral of the Athi Vishisht Rail Seva Puraskar not only honours individual excellence but also strengthens the collective spirit of the Indian Railways, motivating its vast workforce to strive for higher standards in serving the nation.
