Key stakeholders unite to shape India’s transformative journey towards Viksit Bharat @2047
New Delhi, June 26, 2025: The Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC), in association with Urban Infra Group, today inaugurated the RailTrans Expo 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. Themed “Viksit Bharat @2047 – Rail & Mobility for a Developed India”, the two-day event brings together government officials, infrastructure leaders, global mobility experts, and technology innovators to shape the next phase of India’s rail and logistics transformation.
The event featured compelling keynote addresses from prominent leaders, including Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Choudhary, Vice Chancellor, Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya; Mr. Rajeev Singh, Director General, Indian Chamber of Commerce; Mr. Vijay Sharma, Director, Jindal Stainless Ltd.; Mr. Kanishka Sethia, CEO, Western Carriers India Ltd. & National Chair – Logistics & Supply Chain, ICC; Mr. Kumar Keshav, Director, DB International Operations; and Mr. Sanjiv Garg, Secretary General, CILT India. The speakers collectively emphasized the strategic role of Indian Railways as a backbone of the nation’s economic growth, while highlighting the importance of innovation, sustainability, and skill development in shaping a resilient mobility future.
Emphasising the need of right talent, Prof. Dr. Manoj Choudhary, Vice Chancellor, Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya said, “India is at the cusp of a historic transformation in rail and logistics infrastructure, driven by a powerful mindset shift—from working in silos to building synergy through planning, execution, and innovation. Railways are no longer just a means of transit—they are symbols of connectivity, culture, and national unity. Through PM Gati Shakti, Amrit Bharat stations, digital public infrastructure, and our focus on talent, we are creating a future-ready, technologically empowered Bharat. At Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, we’re proud to be building the human capital that will drive this change.”
Highlighting the need for global benchmarking, Director, Jindal Stainless Ltd, Vijay Sharma said, “Railways are not just about connectivity—they represent the spirit of a nation moving forward with ambition, sustainability, and technological intent. As we stand at a global inflection point, India is not merely participating in the future of mobility—we are shaping it. From hydrogen trains to digital twins, from circular design to corrosion-resistant materials, the focus must now be on innovation with accountability. Sustainability is not just about carbon—it must be people-friendly, planet-friendly, and prosperity-driven. To build infrastructure that lasts 50 to 75 years, our approach must go beyond cost—it must factor life-cycle value. And it all starts with mindset. If we get that right, India’s rail and mobility transformation will inspire the world.”
“As we build toward Viksit Bharat @2047, infrastructure is being redefined with data, speed, and trust at its core. From high-speed rail, bullet trains, and 5G-powered networks to AI-led predictive maintenance and carbon-neutral logistics—this is the dawn of a new mobility economy. With Vision 2047 in sight, let’s be the generation that unifies corridors, digitizes systems, decarbonizes supply chains, and innovates for the world.”, said Mr. Kanishka Sethia, CEO, Western Carriers India Ltd. & National Chair – Logistics & Supply Chain, ICC
Emphasizing ICC’s commitment to enabling industry progress Dr. Rajeev Singh, Director General, Indian Chamber of Commerce said, “India is on a transformative journey toward becoming a developed nation by 2047, and the foundation of this progress lies in our unprecedented infrastructure investments—especially in rail and core sectors. The government has taken the lead post-COVID, but it’s the industry that powers the momentum. Platforms like RailTrans Expo not only showcase innovation and technology but also create real business value. ICC remains fully committed to supporting the ecosystem—through policy advocacy, global outreach, and partnership facilitation—to ensure inclusive and sustained economic growth.”
As the nation marches towards its Viksit Bharat @2047 vision, this platform serves as a catalyst for collaboration, policy alignment, and technology adoption. With active participation from government, industry, and academia, the expo reaffirms India’s commitment to building a rail and logistics ecosystem that is not only world-class but also sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready.