In the context of growing environmental concerns and the need for sustainable organizational practices, Green Human Resource Management (Green HRM) has emerged as a strategic approach to integrate ecological consciousness into human resource functions. This study investigates the attitudes of employees toward the implementation of change management strategies aimed at promoting effective Green HRM within the Southern Railway zone, specifically in the Trichy Division.

The primary objective is to assess the awareness, readiness, and acceptance of employees toward changes introduced to support environmentally sustainable HR practices. The study also seeks to identify the key enablers and barriers influencing the implementation process, such as leadership support, communication effectiveness, employee involvement, and organizational culture. Using a descriptive and analytical research design, primary data was collected through a structured questionnaire administered to a stratified random sample of railway employees across various departments.

Statistical tools such as descriptive analysis, chi-square tests, and correlation methods were employed to analyse the data. The findings reveal that while there is moderate awareness of Green HRM among employees, their attitude toward change is significantly influenced by managerial communication, past experiences with change, and perceived benefits of green initiatives. Resistance to change, lack of training, and limited involvement in decision-making emerged as notable challenges.