SIX BHARAT SCOUTS AND GUIDES CADETS OF WALTAIR DISTRICT RECEIVE PRESIDENT’S AWARD Six meritorious cadets from the Waltair District Wing of the Bharat Scouts and Guides under East Coast Railway have been conferred with the coveted President Scout/Guide/Rover/Ranger Award — the highest honour bestowed upon members of the organization. The award is presented in the name of the Hon’ble President of India in recognition of exceptional dedication, discipline, leadership, and spirit of service. The awards were presented and the cadets felicitated by the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Waltair Division, who also serves as the President of BSG Waltair District. The ceremony was held on the occasion of World Thinking Day at Aranya – The Outdoor Activities and Camping Centre, Visakhapatnam, in a vibrant and celebratory atmosphere. The programme also marked the Visible Reflection of World Thinking Day and the Award Rally of the Waltair District Association. The event was graced by Smt. Jyotsna Bohra, President, ECORWWO; Shri K. Rama Rao, DCC & ADRM (Operations); Shri E. Santharam, ADRM (Infrastructure); Smt. Gayatree Santharam, Vice President, ECORWWO; Shri Aruna Kumar Moharana, DC Scouts & Sr. DEN/Co-ordination/WAT; along with other senior officers and distinguished guests. The six prestigious Rashtrapati Awards included two Rashtrapati Rovers, two Rashtrapati Guides, and two Rashtrapati Rangers. The awards were formally presented by the DRM/Waltair in the presence of dignitaries and officials. Addressing the gathering, the DRM congratulated the awardees and commended the dedicated efforts of the Scouting team of Waltair District for imparting quality training, instilling discipline and leadership values, and nurturing young talent to achieve such a distinguished honour. The ceremony concluded with a brief cultural programme presented by the Scouts and Guides, adding colour and enthusiasm to the celebrations.

WALTAIR DIVISION CONDUCTS FREE MEDICAL AWARENESS & HEALTH CHECK-UP CAMP The Waltair Division of East Coast Railway organized a Free Medical Awareness and Comprehensive Health Check-up Camp on 21.02.2026 at the Divisional Railway Hospital, Visakhapatnam. The camp was held from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM with the aim of promoting preventive healthcare and overall well-being among railway officers and Sectional Officers. The programme was inaugurated by Shri Lalit Bohra, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM), Waltair Division. The camp offered specialized consultations and awareness sessions in Neurology, Pathology, Ophthalmology, Dental, Dermatology, Cardiology, and Endocrinology. An Executive Health Check-up programme was also conducted to assess the health status of officers and provide personalized medical guidance for improved health management. The initiative was carried out by a dedicated team of Railway doctors under the supervision of Chief Medical Superintendent Dr. D. Sharat Babu, along with ACMS Dr. D. Laxman Rao (H&FW) and ACMS Dr. Charumathi (Eye). More than 60 officers availed themselves of the special health drive. Enhancing the programme, Dr. Shankar Sastry, Psychiatrist from Medicover Hospitals, delivered an informative session on stress management and lifestyle-related health concerns. He highlighted the significance of mental well-being, balanced nutrition, and regular health monitoring in today’s demanding professional environment. Addressing the gathering, Shri Lalit Bohra emphasized the importance of personal healthcare, proper nutrition, and routine medical check-ups. He encouraged all railway officers and staff to prioritize their health and that of their families, stating that a healthy workforce is vital for ensuring safe and efficient railway operations.

EAST COAST RAILWAY DRM INSPECTS DIESEL LOCO SHED AT VISAKHAPATNAM Shri Lalit Bohra, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) of the Waltair Division, conducted an inspection of the Diesel Loco Shed at Visakhapatnam on 21.02.2026. During the visit, the DRM reviewed ongoing operational activities, infrastructure development works, and various technical upgrades being implemented at the shed to improve efficiency and maintenance standards. He was accompanied by Shri M.K. Sahoo, Senior Divisional Mechanical Engineer (Diesel); Shri K. Rama Rao, ADRM (Operations); Shri Sanjeev Dixit, Deputy Chief Engineer/Construction; Shri B. Sairaj, Senior Divisional Engineer (South); Shri K. Jagadish, Senior Divisional Engineer; along with other senior officials of the Division. A key focus of the inspection was the progress of the Siemens project for maintenance of 300 locomotives at the Diesel Loco Shed. The project, being executed under the supervision of the Construction Wing of Waltair Division, is aimed at substantially enhancing the shed’s locomotive maintenance capacity. Upon completion, the upgraded facilities are expected to improve locomotive availability, streamline freight operations, and contribute to higher freight loading across the Division.