April 01, 2026
A woman named Sarita Yolmo has broken new ground by being appointed as the train ticket examiner (TTE) of the popular Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR). This has made her the first female TTE of this railway, which is known for its toy train. The DHR, a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage site, runs through scenic landscapes and is famous among tourists. Yolmo, who started working with Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) in 1991, now serves on the DHR route between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling. She also worked with the railway press in Kurseong and examined tickets on broad gauge lines during her career. According to officials, Yolmo’s appointment as the first female TTE in the 146-year history of the railway will serve as an inspiration to other women.
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