Y. Balaji Kiran Appointed as Chief PRO of South Coast Railway in Additional Role

An officer from the 2013 batch of the Indian Railway Traffic Service (IRTS) currently serves as the Deputy General Manager and Secretary to the General Manager of the South Central Railway (SCoR). This individual has held the dual role since November 2025.

The Indian Railway Traffic Service, formed in 1956, plays a crucial role in managing and overseeing railway operations and traffic. The South Central Railway zone, one of the zones of Indian Railways, was established in 1966 and is responsible for advanced rail transport services in several states, including Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and parts of Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu. The Deputy General Manager is tasked with various operational responsibilities, ensuring efficient railway functioning and service provision within the zone.

This appointment highlights the ongoing commitment of the Indian Railways to developing leadership within its ranks, enabling officers to take on significant responsibilities in a fast-paced and essential sector of the economy.