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E. SREEDHARAN

Widely known as the "Metro Man of India"

BornJune 12, 1932 (Kerala)
ProfessionCivil Engineer
LegacyDelhi Metro, Konkan Rly
Honor 1Padma Vibhushan (2008)
Honor 2Chevalier de la Légion

Introduction

Elattuvalapil Sreedharan, popularly known as the "Metro Man," is an eminent Indian civil engineer and a retired IES (Indian Engineering Service) officer. He is credited with single-handedly changing the face of public transport in India through his leadership in the construction of the Konkan Railway and the Delhi Metro. His name has become a global synonym for efficiency, punctuality, and uncompromising professional integrity.

Integrity, professional competence, and a sense of duty are the only tools required to build a nation. Punctuality is not just a habit; it is a commitment to the citizens of India.

Key Milestones

1964
Restored the Pamban Bridge in a record 46 days after a devastating cyclone.
1990
Appointed as CMD of Konkan Railway, completing the epic 760km coastal rail link.
2002
Inaugurated the first section of the Delhi Metro, forever changing urban transport.
2008
Conferred with the Padma Vibhushan for his legendary contributions to infrastructure.
E Sreedharan official Asia Book of Records certified record holder achievement demonstration