Hyderabad, Gati Shakti University (GSV) has established itself as a game changer in the higher education sector, particularly in transport, logistics, and infrastructure sectors. It focuses on an industry-based approach and employment-oriented courses, including railways, aviation, maritime engineering, highways, shipping, logistics, and defense sectors.
All newly appointed officers of the Indian Railway Management Service will undergo probation training designed by Gati Shakti University, which will be a combination of theoretical and practical experiences in central training institutes and industries, resulting in an MBA degree from GSV. Furthermore, new programs for bridge and tunnel engineering, aviation operations, maritime infrastructure, highway engineering, and defense forces will be added.
Gati Shakti University held its first court meeting in Rail Bhavan, New Delhi, attended by top leaders from the government and industry. On this occasion, a detailed report on the progress and status of the university since its establishment (December 6, 2022
About: Gati Shakti University
Gati Shakti University, officially known as the National Rail and Transportation Institute (NRTI), is located in Vadodara, Gujarat, India. Established in 2018, it is India’s first university focused specifically on transport and allied industries, aiming to create a pool of skilled professionals to support the sector. The institution offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields related to transport and logistics, aligning with the Indian government’s ambitious ‘Gati Shakti’ plan for holistic infrastructure development.
About: Rail Bhavan
Rail Bhavan is the headquarters of the Ministry of Railways of the Government of India, located in New Delhi. The building, situated on Raisina Road, was inaugurated on March 18, 1969, and serves as the central administrative office for overseeing the vast and complex network of Indian Railways, which is one of the world’s largest railway networks. Designed by architect H.K. Sen, Rail Bhavan symbolizes the importance of railways in India’s economic and social fabric, orchestrating the planning and implementation of railway projects across the nation.
