IRCTC: Rahul Himalian Gets Additional Charge as CMD for 9 Months
New Delhi, 29 July 2026: The Railway Board has approved the additional charge of the post of Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd (IRCTC) to Shri Rahul Himalian.
Shri Rahul Himalian is currently serving as Director (Tourism & Marketing) in IRCTC.
He will hold the additional charge of CMD in addition to his own duties.
Official details of the order
The order was issued by the Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) on 29 July 2026 under reference No. 2019/E(O)II/40/18.
The Competent Authority has approved the arrangement for a period of 09 months with effect from 20 July 2026.
The additional charge will continue till a regular incumbent assumes charge of the post, or until further orders, whichever is the earliest.
Background
This decision ensures continuity in the top leadership of IRCTC, a key public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Railways.
IRCTC handles catering, tourism and online ticketing services for Indian Railways.
The order has been communicated to Shri Rahul Himalian, senior officials in the Ministry, and the Department of Personnel & Training.
This arrangement is similar to temporary leadership continuity measures often seen in other Central PSUs when the regular CMD position is under process of filling.