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Rajesh Prasad Honored as "Most Exemplary Urban Infra Leader of the Year" at Urban Infra Business Leadership Awards 2024

New Delhi, India (17th October 2024): Shri Rajesh Prasad, the former Director (Operations) of Rail Vikas Nigam Limited (RVNL), was recognized as "Most Exemplary Urban Infra Leader of the Year" for his lifetime achievements in sustainable railway infrastructure at the 4th Urban Infra Business Leadership Awards held on October 16, 2024. The ceremony took place at the Hyatt Centric in New Delhi during the 4th Urban Infra Business Summit & RailTrans Expo 2024.

The prestigious award was presented by Prof. Manoj Choudhary, Vice Chancellor of Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, under the Ministry of Railways. The event gathered prominent figures from government departments, nodal ministries, central public sector undertakings, and private sector leaders, celebrating excellence in urban infrastructure.

A Lifetime of Contributions to Indian Railways

Shri Prasad received the award for his exemplary contributions to developing sustainable railway infrastructure throughout his career with Indian Railways and RVNL. With a remarkable academic background as a distinguished alumnus of IIT Kanpur, where he completed his B.Tech and M.Tech, Shri Prasad is a 1988-batch officer of the Indian Railway Services of Engineers (IRSE).

His career is marked by numerous accolades, including four "Service Medals" and "Certificate of Merits" from the Railways, as well as recognition from the Hon'ble Minister of Railways. He has been honored as the Leading Director in India by the Greentech Foundation and was named the Most Innovative Urban Infra Leader by the Urban Infra Group. Additionally, he received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Metro Rail & Steel and was recognized for Lifetime Safety Leadership by the Institution of Engineers (India).

Transformational Leadership at RVNL

During his tenure as Director (Operations) at RVNL, Shri Prasad played a pivotal role in transforming the organization. Under his leadership, RVNL achieved 'Navratna' status, significantly enhancing its operational efficiency. He was instrumental in framing the company's Vision Document and Business Plan, which led to impressive market capitalization growth—from ₹3,000 crores to ₹1,15,000 crores in just 4.5 years.


His tenure saw the commissioning of 900 kilometers of railway track, including four metro sections, with a capital expenditure of ₹20,000 crores over the past two years. These achievements highlight his commitment to improving railway infrastructure and delivering sustainable solutions for urban transit.

Celebrating Industry Excellence

The Urban Infra Business Leadership Awards are organized annually by Urban Infra Group, in collaboration with leading industries and media houses, to honor individuals and corporations that have made extraordinary contributions to infrastructure projects in India. This year’s awards underscored the importance of innovation and sustainable practices in urban development.

The next edition of the Urban Infra Business Leadership Awards is set for June 26, 2025, in New Delhi, continuing the tradition of recognizing excellence in the infrastructure sector.

Shri Rajesh Prasad's recognition at this prestigious event reflects not only his personal achievements but also the significant strides made in India's railway infrastructure under his leadership. As the nation continues to invest in its urban transit systems, leaders like Prasad are instrumental in shaping a sustainable future.

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