Subhransu Sekhar Mishra takes charge as new General Manager of Kolkata Metro Railway

Kolkata, India (Metro Rail Today): Shri Subhransu Sekhar Mishra, a seasoned officer of the Indian Railway Management Service (IRMS), has assumed charge as the new General Manager of Metro Railway, Kolkata, succeeding Shri Milind K. Deouskar. His appointment marks a pivotal moment for India’s oldest metro system as it embarks on a phase of rapid expansion and modernization.

With a distinguished career spanning over 35 years, Shri Mishra brings deep technical expertise and administrative acumen in rolling stock, operations, and innovation—critical areas as the Metro gears up to serve a growing urban population.

A Veteran Technocrat at the Helm

An alumnus of IIT Chennai and a 1988-batch IRSME officer, Shri Mishra has served in several strategic roles across Indian Railways, most recently as General Manager of Rail Coach Factory (RCF), Kapurthala. His tenure at RCF was marked by significant strides in manufacturing excellence and export-oriented production.

His previous postings include:

• Principal Chief Mechanical Engineer, Integral Coach Factory, Chennai

• Chief Administrative Officer, Latur Unit, ICF

• Chief Rolling Stock Engineer, South Central Railway, Secunderabad

• Senior assignments in Bhubaneswar, Visakhapatnam, and Kharagpur Divisions

• Leadership roles in Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL)

Throughout his career, Shri Mishra has championed modernization, efficiency, and safety—earning several accolades for performance and innovation.

Vision for Kolkata Metro

Kolkata Metro, India’s pioneering metro system, is now at a critical inflection point with multiple new corridors under construction. Under Shri Mishra’s stewardship, the Metro is expected to focus on:

• Enhancing operational reliability and passenger comfort

• Accelerating modernization of rolling stock and signalling systems

• Strengthening maintenance and safety protocols

• Ensuring timely execution of infrastructure and extension projects

His appointment is expected to provide strong leadership as the Metro expands into newer zones, including East-West and North-South corridors, and prepares for rising commuter demand.

Railways’ Endorsement

The Ministry of Railways expressed full confidence in Shri Mishra’s leadership, noting that his extensive experience and forward-thinking approach will be instrumental in elevating service standards and project delivery at Metro Railway, Kolkata.

Speaking on his new role, Shri Mishra reiterated his commitment to transforming Metro Railway into a more efficient, safe, and commuter-friendly transit system. His focus, he stated, would be on “building robust infrastructure, integrating smart technologies, and delivering a superior passenger experience.”

With his rich legacy in Indian Railways and a clear roadmap for modernization, Shri Mishra’s appointment signals a renewed momentum for Kolkata Metro’s transformation into a world-class urban transit network.