(Photo- Left to Right: Mr. Sanjiv Kumar, Registrar, CRIS, Mr.GVL Satya Kumar, Managing Director, CRIS, Prof. Preeti Ranjan Panda, Dean Corporate Relations, Prof. Naresh Bhatnagar, Dean Research and Development).

New Delhi: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, through its Corporate Relations Office, is ecstatic to announce a landmark partnership with the Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This collaboration aims to advance railway infrastructure, safety, and operational efficiency across India by leveraging IIT Delhi’s expertise in research and technology.

Under this MoU, IIT Delhi researchers will engage in a series of R&D projects aimed at enhancing security, safety, scheduling, intermodal connectivity, and revenue optimization for Indian Railways. Faculty members from the Departments of Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, and Management Studies will collaborate on these initiatives, combining interdisciplinary expertise to address key challenges. This partnership is expected to make Indian Railways a safer, more efficient, and technologically advanced organization.

Prof. Preeti Ranjan Panda, Dean of Corporate Relations at IIT Delhi, remarked, "This partnership with CRIS is a major step towards elevating India's railway infrastructure. By combining groundbreaking research with practical application, we aim to address some of the most pressing challenges in Indian Railways. Our commitment lies in fostering an environment of innovation that yields real-world solutions."

Mr. GVL Satya Kumar, Managing Director at CRIS, stated, "The collaboration with IIT Delhi aligns with CRIS’s mission to incorporate advanced technologies for Indian Railways. With the research expertise of IIT Delhi, we are optimistic that these projects will bring considerable advancements in railway operations and enhance passenger experience."

This MoU underscores IIT Delhi’s dedication to supporting national infrastructure through collaborative research and innovation. By bridging academia and industry, IIT Delhi and CRIS are setting a benchmark for research-driven partnerships that promote sustainable development in India’s transportation sector.

About IIT Delhi

IIT Delhi is one of the 23 IITs created to be Centres of Excellence for training, research and development in science, engineering and technology in India. Since its inception in 1961, IIT Delhi has produced more than  60,000 graduates, including over 7000 PhD holders, many of whom have made significant contributions in fields such as technology, business, and politics.

About CRIS

The Centre for Railway Information Systems (CRIS) is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. Established in 1986, CRIS serves as the IT arm of Indian Railways, responsible for designing, developing, and implementing critical information systems that power the Indian Railways' vast and complex operations. From passenger ticketing to freight management, CRIS’s technology solutions play a crucial role in enhancing efficiency, safety, and customer experience. With a commitment to innovation and digital transformation, CRIS works on advancing Indian Railways through cutting-edge software and data-driven decision-making tools.

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