Question : NEW LINE PROJECTS



(a) whether sanction has been accorded for the new line projects on Ghanauli-Dehradun (via Jagadhari, Surajpur, Nalagarh, Baddi, Kala Amb and Paonta Sahib) and Jalna- Khemgaon-Shegaon sections consequent upon the completion of the Surveys thereof:

(b) if so, the details and the present status thereof;

(c) the time-frame set for completion of the said project;

(d) whether the Railways propose to give a facelift to the world heritage Kalka-Shimla railway line and if so, the details thereof; and

(e) the steps taken/being taken by the Railways to expedite the implementation process of these projects?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI ADHIR RANJAN CHOWDHURY)

(a) : No, Madam.

(b)& (c) : Do not arise.

(d)&(e): The Kalka-Shimla Railway World Heritage Site is being maintained as per extant guidelines of UNESCO to protect its Outstanding Universal Value.