New Delhi : The Ministry of Railways, Government of India, has formally approved the regularisation of an additional charge arrangement involving a senior railway engineering officer at , the state-owned railway infrastructure and construction company.
According to an official order issued by the Railway Board, , an officer of the Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) currently serving as Executive Director/Chief Engineer (Bridges) at the Railway Board, had been entrusted with the additional charge of Director (Projects) at IRCON International Limited, New Delhi.
The Competent Authority has now formally regularised and approved the arrangement for the period from January 2, 2026 (Afternoon) to February 12, 2026.
Temporary Additional Charge Approved
During the specified period, Shri Sudhir Singh handled the responsibilities of Director (Projects) in addition to his existing duties at the Railway Board.
The Railway Ministry clarified that the approval applies exclusively to the temporary assignment during the stated duration and does not constitute a permanent appointment to the post.
Such additional charge arrangements are commonly used within government departments and public sector undertakings to maintain continuity in leadership and project management until a regular incumbent is appointed.
Role of Director (Projects) at IRCON
The post of Director (Projects) at is considered a key senior management position responsible for overseeing large-scale railway, transportation, and infrastructure projects executed by the company in India and overseas markets.
The role includes supervision of project execution, operational coordination, infrastructure delivery, and implementation of strategic engineering initiatives.
IRCON operates across multiple sectors, including railway construction, highways, bridges, electrification, metro systems, and international infrastructure development projects.
Railway Board Issues Official Confirmation
The Railway Board stated that the Competent Authority has formally regularised the arrangement after reviewing the administrative assignment already carried out during the period in question.
The order has been circulated to relevant Railway Board officials, IRCON management, railway administrative departments, and the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) for official record purposes and administrative compliance.
Importance of Administrative Continuity
Government ministries and public sector enterprises frequently assign additional charge responsibilities to senior officers to avoid operational disruptions when key leadership positions become vacant temporarily.
These arrangements ensure continuity in decision-making, project execution, and administrative supervision, particularly in infrastructure-focused organizations handling large-scale public projects.
The approval of Shri Sudhir Singhโs temporary assignment reflects the Railway Ministryโs effort to maintain uninterrupted functioning at during the relevant period.
About IRCON International Limited
is a Government of India enterprise operating under the Ministry of Railways and is one of the countryโs leading engineering and infrastructure construction companies.
The company undertakes railway and transport infrastructure projects both domestically and internationally, with operations spanning Asia, Africa, and other global markets. IRCON is involved in the development of rail networks, highways, bridges, tunnels, metro systems, and electrification projects.
