New Delhi, India (April 11, 2026): The Chamber of Railway Industries (Rail Chamber) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Lalit Chandra Trivedi, former General Manager of East Central Railway and a distinguished railway professional, as an Independent Advisor to its Advisory Board.

Mr. Trivedi brings over 38 years of rich and diverse experience in Indian Railways, having held several senior leadership positions across operations, engineering, and project execution. As General Manager of East Central Railway, he successfully led one of India’s largest railway zones, overseeing operations, infrastructure development, safety, and financial performance.

Currently serving as CEO of LCT Engineers, Mr. Trivedi is actively engaged in providing strategic advisory services across railway, infrastructure, and logistics sectors. His work spans techno-economic feasibility studies (TEV/DPR), global collaborations, technology transfer, and joint venture advisory.

Over the years, he has also contributed as an advisor and consultant to leading organisations including CRISIL (for African railway projects), Kearney (advising Vedanta Group), Dun & Bradstreet, Tata Steel, Jindal Stainless, HDFC Bank, and Texmaco Rail & Engineering. His international exposure includes supporting export of DEMU trains to Sri Lanka and Nepal, along with advisory roles in African railway initiatives.

Mr. Trivedi’s areas of expertise include railway operations, rolling stock, PPP infrastructure, logistics optimisation, manufacturing, and policy advisory. He is a Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), London, and has also served as an Independent External Monitor appointed by the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC). He continues to mentor railway startups and innovation ecosystems.

Commenting on the appointment, Dr. Vinod Shah, Director General, Chamber of Railway Industries, said:
"We are honoured to welcome Mr. L. C. Trivedi to our Advisory Board. His vast experience, strategic insight, and deep understanding of the railway ecosystem will significantly strengthen the Chamber’s mission. His guidance will be instrumental in shaping policy dialogue, fostering industry collaboration, and driving impactful initiatives for the sector."

The Chamber of Railway Industries is a dedicated platform committed to advancing India’s railway and urban transit ecosystem through industry collaboration, policy advocacy, and knowledge-driven initiatives. The induction of seasoned leaders like Mr. Trivedi reinforces the Chamber’s commitment to building a robust and future-ready rail industry.

"I am honoured to accept this appointment and appreciate the confidence reposed in me by the Chamber. The vision and objectives of the Chamber are both timely and significant for the advancement of India’s railway and urban transit ecosystem. I look forward to contributing meaningfully through strategic guidance, policy inputs, and industry engagement initiatives, in alignment with my experience and areas of expertise," said Lalit Chandra Trivedi.

"I value this opportunity to associate with the Chamber and support its mission of building a credible, inclusive, and forward-looking platform for the railway industry," he added.

The Chamber of Railway Industries (Rail Chamber) is an industry-led body focused on promoting growth, innovation, and collaboration within the railway and urban transit sectors in India. It works closely with stakeholders across government, industry, and global markets to support policy development, technology exchange, and capacity building.