Goyal says will ensure better connectivity

Tribune News Service

New Delhi, September 4

Piyush Goyal today took charge of the Railway Ministry as his predecessor Suresh Prabhu has been shifted to Commerce and Industry Ministry.

Goyal said, “Huge investments have been made in the Railways over the past three years and these will definitely lead to development. The Railways shall continue to embark on the roadmap set by the Prime Minister.” Goyal said his priority would be to aim for “better mobility, connectivity and service for the people of India”.

Extending best wishes to Goyal, Prabhu said the present government “gives lot of importance to the development of railway sector” as its growth “leads to nation’s progress”. Goyal was flanked by his two deputies in the ministry—Manoj Sinha and Rajen Gohain. Chairman, Railway Board Ashwani Lohani and other members were also present.

Will create jobs: Gangwar

Santosh Gangwar, who took independent charge of Ministry of Labour and Employment as MoS, said his priority would be to take all stakeholders, including states, to help create job avenues. “There is a burgeoning demography of youth. Creation of ample jobs for them is a huge challenge,” he said while listing out his focus areas.