Guwahati, 07 November (HS): Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) General Manager Vivek Khare called on Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on November 6 and discussed various railway infrastructure projects, connectivity improvements and passenger safety measures in the state.

During the meeting, the Chief Minister expressed keen interest in the progress of ongoing railway projects across Assam. Both sides discussed ways to strengthen railway infrastructure and improve connectivity to facilitate passenger movement, promote trade and contribute to the socio-economic development of Assam and the wider Northeast.

Khare is a 1989-batch officer of the Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineers (IRSME) with over three decades of experience in railway operations, rolling stock maintenance and workshop modernisation. Since assuming charge as NFR General Manager on November 1, 2026, he has been undertaking railway inspections across Assam.

Northeast Frontier Railway reiterated its commitment to working closely with the Assam government to strengthen rail connectivity and ensure safe, accessible and reliable passenger services across the state.

The railway zone also emphasised its commitment to supporting farmers, traders and industries through improved freight services, enabling efficient transportation of goods and access to wider markets.------------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash