K. Arul Jothi Appointed Security Chief for Southern Railway

Quick Summary

• K. Arul Jothi has taken charge as the Inspector-General/Principal Chief security Commissioner, Railway Protection Force (RPF), Southern Railway.
• He is a 1995-batch Indian Railway Protection Force Service (IRPFS) officer.
• Mr. Jothi has served in various positions across North Frontier Railway, Integral Coach Factory in Chennai, Eastern Railway, East Central Railway, and other zones during his career.
• During his tenure as Deputy Inspector General, Southern Railway in 2019-2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic period, he led RPF efforts to facilitate the safe transportation of migrant workers via 503 Shramik Special Trains.
• Mr. Jothi replaces G.M. eswara Rao,who retired from service.

Indian Opinion Analysis
The appointment of K. Arul Jothi demonstrates continuity and experienced leadership within the Southern Railways’ security framework under the RPF’s robust structure. His prior contribution to organizing mass transportation operations during a critical period like the COVID-19 pandemic indicates capacity for crisis management and logistical coordination – skills that could help address future challenges effectively. The transfer of leadership from outgoing G.M Eswara rao also signifies an orderly transition with no disruption expected to core operations or services provided by RPF in safeguarding passengers and railway assets.

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