79th Independence Day was celebrated at Rail Wheel Factory with great enthusiasm
Manoranjan Pradhan General Manager, RWF hoisted the Tricolour National Flag, addressing the gathering, Pradhan said that it is the day to remember the great souls who selflessly sacrificed their lives for freedom of our country, also to remember the values of Patriotism, Unity in diversity & most importantly the Nation first mindset. Pradhan shared that during the financial year 25–26, 2,10,026…
On the 79th Independence Day, the Rail Wheel Factory celebrated the occasion with great enthusiasm. General Manager Manoranjan Pradhan hoisted the national flag and addressed the gathering. He emphasized the importance of remembering the sacrifices made by great souls for India's freedom, as well as the values of patriotism, unity in diversity, and the importance of placing the nation first.
Pradhan shared that the financial year 25-26 saw the manufacturing of 2,10,026 wheels, 1,22,000 axles, and 1,20,100 wheelsets, with 1,16,561 wheelsets being dispatched, marking the highest production in the factory's history. By July 2026, 48.29% of purchase orders had been placed with small and medium enterprises, boosting the priority sector.
Major project like the Third Axle Machining Line had been successfully completed, increasing the axle production capacity. The factory underwent major renovation works, including the construction of approximately 1,20,000 sq. ft. of storage sheds and new Type-II Quarters. Infrastructure and facilities were upgraded, with new eco-friendly initiatives being introduced, such as rainwater harvesting ponds, non-asbestos gaskets, and eco-friendly coir-based packaging for wheelsets.
The celebrations included a march past by the Railway Protection Force, NCC boys and girls, Bharat Scouts and Guides, followed by a cultural program by employees and students of Kendriya Vidyalaya. The event concluded with Smt. Priya Pradhan, President of RWF Women's Welfare Organization, visiting the Railway Hospital, distributing fruits, and wishing patients a speedy recovery.
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