Container Corporation of India Ltd. (CONCOR) has officially appointed Shri Rahul Agarwal, a 1992 batch Indian Railways Traffic Service (IRTS) officer, as a Part-Time Government Director on its Board. The appointment is effective from March 19, 2026. Shri Agarwal currently serves as the Principal Executive Director (Traffic Transportation) at the Railway Board, Ministry of Railways, and brings over three decades of extensive experience in freight operations and safety management.
Leadership Transition on the Board
Following a recent order from the Ministry of Railways, CONCOR has confirmed the induction of Shri Rahul Agarwal to its Board of Directors. He succeeds Shri Prabhas Dansana in this role. The appointment has been formally ratified by the Board of Directors, effective from March 19, 2026.
Profile of Shri Rahul Agarwal
Shri Rahul Agarwal is a seasoned professional with over three decades of distinguished service in the Indian Railways. In his current capacity as Principal Executive Director (Traffic Transportation), he plays a pivotal role in formulating national freight policies and overseeing the execution of freight movement across the country.
Strategic Expertise
Throughout his career, Shri Agarwal has held critical leadership positions, including:
- Principal Chief Operations Manager for the South East Central Railway.
- Divisional Railway Manager for the Mysuru Division of South Western Railway.
His extensive background encompasses significant contributions to train operations, commercial strategies, and safety management across multiple railway zones, including the South Eastern, Northern, and North Central Railways. His deep understanding of freight logistics is expected to provide valuable strategic oversight to CONCOR’s operations.
Source: BSE
