(a) whether the Government have a proposal for four laning of National Highway No. 5-A and also for the improvement of Road connectivity to Paradip port in Orissa;
(b) if so, the present status of the project ;
(c) the year by which the project is likely to be completed; and
(d) the details of the allocation of fund made for the purpose?
THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS (MAJOR GENERAL (RETD.) B.C.KHANDURI)
(a) Yes, Sir.
(b) Detailed project report for the project has been prepared. Bids from pre-qualified civil work contractors have been invited. Last date for receipt of bids is 21st March, 2003.
(c) Project is likely to be completed by December, 2005.
(d) This project is proposed to be executed through a Special Purpose Vehicle and funds would be infused, based on its financial analysis.