In 145 years, Darjeeling toy train gets first woman TTE
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Why in news
Northeast Frontier Railway appointed Sarita Yolmo as the first woman TTE on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, marking a milestone for women's representation in the Indian Railways.
Background
Sarita Yolmo, formerly of the Railway Press section, was appointed by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR). The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) is Asia's oldest two-foot narrow-gauge system and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Facts for Prelims
- PostSarita Yolmo: First woman TTE on the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway
- BodyNortheast Frontier Railway (NFR): The railway zone responsible for the appointment
- PlaceDarjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR): Asia's oldest two-foot narrow-gauge system
- FactDHR: Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of increasing women's representation in frontline railway roles and the challenges in achieving gender parity in the Indian Railways.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional barrier: Historical gender segregation in technical and tour-duty roles
- Social perception: Overcoming cultural resistance to women in remote mountain railway operations
Keywords: Gender Parity · Women Empowerment · Institutional Reform · Representation · Public Service
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