LUCKNOW (Metro Rail News): Shri Prashant Mishra has been appointed as Director (Operations), Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) on 16.03.2024. Prior to this, He worked as Principal Executive Director (Electrical) at National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) for over 7 years. He was also instrumental in developing the first HSR Standards for India, setting up the Project, O&M organization & policies, and awarding a major first HSR Electrification contract.
An Electrical Engineer from the 1992 batch of the Indian Railway Service (IRSEE) with over thirty years of experience, during which he has been involved in numerous prestigious projects at the national and international levels. He successfully planned, designed, procured and executed 215 TKM (Track Kilometer) stretch of Railway electrification in Malaysia as Joint General Manager. He also worked as Deputy Chief Electrical Engineer in Kolkata Metro and as Director/3 Phase EMU & Metro at RDSO. His appointment is expected to add more momentum to UPMRC’s operational framework.
With the rapid expansion of metro networks across India, Mishra’s expertise in handling intricate infrastructural projects, with a deep-rooted knowledge of electrical systems, is expected to play a vital role in ensuring the flawless functioning of metro services in Uttar Pradesh.
Sushil Kumar, the Managing Director of UPMRC, felicitated Shri Prashant Mishra upon his appointment as Director (Operations) and stated that his expertise and experience will be an asset to UPMRC.
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