Sudhanshu Mani

About the Author

Sudhanshu Mani is a distinguished railway engineer and author whose career spanned decades in India's vast rail network, culminating in his role as General Manager of Integral Coach Factory, Chennai. With a passion for innovation and national progress, Mani played a pivotal role in the development of Train18, India's first indigenous semi-high-speed train, later christened Vande Bharat Express. In his memoir 'My Train18 Story: Vande Bharat, India's First Indigenous Modern Train,' he chronicles the challenges, triumphs, and behind-the-scenes efforts that brought this engineering marvel to life, offering readers an insider's view of modern Indian railroading. Mani's writing bridges technical expertise with engaging narrative, inspiring future generations in science and technology while highlighting the spirit of self-reliance in India's infrastructure evolution.