Western Railway celebrated International Women’s Day 2026 with a unique initiative in collaboration with the popular radio channel BIG FM, bringing inspiring voices of women railway employees directly to listeners through live studio interactions at railway stations.
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According to a press release issued by the Chief Public Relations Officer, Western Railway, Vineet Abhishek, as part of the Women’s Day celebrations, a special Live Studio Shift was organised by BIG FM on Sunday, 08th March 2026 simultaneously at Churchgate Railway Station, Vadodara Railway Station and Indore Railway Station. During the live broadcast, Radio Jockeys from BIG FM interacted with women officers and employees of Western Railway from different departments. At Churchgate station, the live session was hosted by RJ Rani, who interacted with Western Railway’s thirty women employees and discussed their professional journeys, experiences and achievements. Similarly, at Vadodara station, the live session was hosted by RJ Megha while at Indore station is was hosted by RJ Pihu.
In these engaging conversations, the women railway employees shared insights about their roles and responsibilities in railway operations, the inspiration behind choosing a career in the railway sector, and the challenges they faced during their professional journey. They also spoke about how they overcame obstacles with determination and dedication while contributing to the safe and efficient functioning of the railway system.
The discussions also highlighted the growing presence of women in technical and operational roles in the Railways, reflecting the progressive transformation taking place in the organisation. The participating employees shared their experiences and expressed pride in being part of a workforce where women are increasingly taking on significant responsibilities. During the programme, the women employees also delivered motivational messages for young girls, encouraging them to pursue careers in engineering, technical fields and the railway sector with confidence and determination.
Western Railway remains committed to promoting gender equality and empowering women employees by providing them with opportunities across various departments. Such initiatives not only recognise the contributions of women in the organisation but also inspire the next generation to break barriers and achieve their aspirations.