Maligaon, Feb. 12 -- The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) of Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) is witnessing a historic milestone as Sarita Yolmo becomes the first woman Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) to be assigned the prestigious "Tour Duty" on the iconic world-heritage railway.

Sarita Yolmo's journey to this achievement reflects remarkable perseverance.

She began her career in the Railway Press, serving with dedication until the facility's closure. Rather than letting a career shift slow her down, Sarita transitioned seamlessly into the commercial department, taking on a new role as a TTE based in New Jalpaiguri (NJP) as per a release.

While she manages regular duties at NJP, Sarita occasionally directs for DHR Tour Duty. This as...