Mysuru, March 8 -- To mark International Women's Day, Indian Railways operates trains with all-women crew, including loco pilots, train managers, ticket checkers and security personnel, highlighting women's capabilities and promoting gender equality.

Authorities hailed the initiative as a tribute to women's empowerment in the railways. As part of the celebrations, the Mysuru Division of the South Western Railway (SWR) operated Train No. 12975 Mysuru-Jaipur Express this morning, which departed at 10.30 am from Mysuru City Railway Station with an all-women crew, symbolising empowerment in action.

The all-women Jaipur Express crew comprised Senior Loco Pilot Sijina, Assistant Loco Pilot Krishnaveni, Train Manager Kasi Monicasai, Deputy Sta...