Archive · 28 Jul 2025
Railway Minister Visits Alstom, Lauds 'Namo Bharat' Coaches and Exports
The Indian Railway Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, went to a factory in Vadodara that makes trains and parts for trains.
He saw how they are making the new 'Namo Bharat' trains and was impressed.
The factory also sends train parts to other countries like Australia and the UK.
The minister said India is not just making good trains for itself, but is also becoming a big exporter.
He also saw how the factory uses smart technology and helps the local economy by creating jobs and training people.
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw visited Alstom's Savli unit in Vadodara, India.
Vaishnaw reviewed the factory's operations, including 'Namo Bharat' coach production.
Alstom exports railway components, including coaches and locomotives, to several countries.
Vaishnaw praised Alstom's commitment to 'Make in India, Make for the World'.
The visit highlighted AI-driven maintenance and Alstom's contribution to local employment and talent development.
- Who
- Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw
- What
- Railway Minister visited Alstom's Savli unit to review operations and 'Namo Bharat' coaches production.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Savli unit in Vadodara, India.
- Why
- To review operations and encourage 'Make in India' initiative.
Government Perspective
Alstom's View
Infrastructure and Economic Growth
Government Perspective
Focus on advancing Railway infrastructure and encouraging the Make in India Initiative
Alstom's View
N/A
- Minister
- Ashwini Vaishnaw
- Location Visited
- Alstom's Savli unit in Vadodara
- Focus
- 'Namo Bharat' coaches, exports, and 'Make in India'
- Export Destinations
- Australia, UK, France, Germany, Canada, Mexico
- Employment
- Talent development programs are offered