Santosh Kumar Jha,anIndian Railway Traffic Services (IRTS)officer of the 1992 batch, will assume the role of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of the Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd. (KRCL) on April 1, 2024.
Educational Background
Jha holds anM.Sc. in Geology from Lucknow Universityand anMBA in Marketing from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai.
Extensive Experience
With28 years of experiencein the industry, Jha has worked in various domains, includingOperations,Infrastructure Planning, andBusiness Development. He has held leadership positions in major divisions of Railways and has led significant business units in the logistics sector.
Diverse Expertise
Jha’s expertise spans over15 years in Commercial and Business Development rolesin Railways and the Logistics sector. His skills encompass handlingCustom procedures, leadingTraining and Rajbhasha Divisions, and playing a crucial role inStrategic Planning.
Significant Contributions
Jha has been instrumental in setting upMulti-Modal Logistic Hubs,Sidings, andPrivate Freight Terminals. His experience and expertise in the field make him well-suited for his new role as the CMD of KRCL.
About Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd.
Konkan Railway Corporation Ltd. (KRCL)is a public sector undertaking under theMinistry of Railways. With Jha’s appointment, KRCL is poised to benefit from his extensive knowledge and leadership abilities.
