Will request Sreedharan to be part of expert team: Gowda

On the Gorakhdham train mishap occurred just before he assumed office in which 28 passengers were killed, Gowda said “safety, security and service is my priority. Along with it we need speed to cater to the needs of people in the fast moving world”, Gowda said.

“So 4S (safety, security, service and speed) is my agenda. To move ahead in this direction we will have to look for new inventions and new technologies,” he said.

Stating that he is in the process of consulting officials and understanding the functioning of the department, Gowda said “I have got a responsibility that has immense challenges at this time when country is looking for a change. I think I have got a major responsibility. I never expected it.”

“This is a major responsibility and has lot of expectations from people. I will try all my best to meet those expectations,” Gowda said.