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The Hindu
19-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
DRM inspects Vizag railway station
Divisional Railway Manager (Waltair) Lalit Bohra on Monday conducted an inspection of Visakhapatnam Railway Station to assess passenger amenities, evaluate available facilities and review the progress of ongoing developmental works. He checked the functionality of lifts and escalators, availability and visibility of signages, parking arrangements, platform cleanliness, coach maintenance, linen supply and yard and safety-related aspects. He interacted with passengers and railway staff to gather first-hand feedback. The DRM also inspected key passenger facilities such as waiting halls, the AC Relaxation Lounge, food courts, catering stalls, and the 'One Station One Product' (OSOP) kiosks. He impressed upon vendors on the importance of maintaining cleanliness, proper garbage disposal using dustbins and adherence to safety norms. He also advised them to avoid footboard travel and ticketless travel. E. Santharam, ADRM (Infrastructure) and senior officials from the Commercial, Engineering, Mechanical, Electrical, Operations, Security, and Signal and Telecom departments accompanied the DRM during the inspection.
New Indian Express
19-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Sungudi saree stall tops OSOP sales in Madurai
MADURAI: In a boost for handloom weavers and weaver groups in the region, the Sungudi saree stall at Madurai railway junction recorded the highest earnings among all the 'One Station One Product' (OSOP) shops set up in Madurai division. Of the 45 OSOP stalls operating across 34 stations in the division, the Sungudi stall stood out by earning a total of Rs 1,47,97,631 since its establishment in April 2022. With the earnings, the stall has supported 74 handloom weavers and weaver groups. Aimed at promoting indigenous products, craft and local entrepreneurship, the 'One Station One Product' initiative has so far generated profits to the tune of Rs 4.67 crore for the outlet keepers in the Madurai division. The OSOP scheme covers a wide range of products, including handicrafts, traditional garments, local farm products and processed or semi-processed foods. Emboldened by its success, the railway division recently permitted tender coconut sales also. Generating a revenue of Rs 60,17,927, the macaroon stall at Thoothukudi station became the second highest earning stall in Madurai division. Other successful stalls include the stall selling Pathamadai Korai mat products at Tirunelveli junction (Rs 44,28,431), palm products at Tiruchendur (Rs 31,63,806), Chinnalapatti handloom items at Dindigul (Rs 26,14,597), peanut chikkis at Kovilpatti (Rs 24,73,259), and milk peda at Srivilliputtur (Rs 14,11,250). Through the stalls, the division also offers other local products like palm items, macaroon, Chevu, Chettinad snacks, Manapparai murukku, panchamritham, Muscoth halwa, vettiver items, and millet-based products. "Since its launch, the OSOP scheme has helped more than 350 local artisans and small businesses," said railway sources.
New Indian Express
28-04-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Tender coconut stalls by farmers to open at five railway stations in Madurai division
MADURAI: In a first, Southern Railway has allowed farmers to set up tender coconut stalls on platforms at five prominent stations in the Madurai railway division. The stalls are likely to be opened this week. The initiative, which will benefit passengers during the summer season and farmers, is part of 'one station one product' (OSOP) concept, which aims to promote indigenous products, crafts, and local entrepreneurship. Currently, there are 44 OSOP shops at 33 railway stations in the Madurai division. Encouraged by their success, railways has now permitted tender coconut sales at Madurai, Tirunelveli, Tenkasi, Dindigul, and Thoothukudi stations. Though sufficient drinking water facilities are available at railway stations, tender coconut remains a popular choice among passengers during summer, thanks to its natural cooling properties and health benefits. 'A farmer has been shortlisted for the scheme in Madurai, while selections for the other four stations are pending. Depending on passenger demand, more locations may be considered for tender coconut stalls', said an official. The shopkeeper, preferably a farmer or from an economically weaker background, will have to pay Rs 1,000 for a 15-day permit. The permission for running the tender coconut stalls will be valid for two-three months. Prices of tender coconuts will be fixed according to local market rates. The railway officers will conduct regular checks to ensure compliance.
