(a) the present status of gauge conversion works from Sakri to Jhanjharpur, Jhanjharpur to Nirmali and Jhanjharpur to Laukaha under Hazipur division of East Central Railway;
(b) whether the said projects are running as per schedule;
(c) if not, the reasons for delay; and
(d) the steps taken by the Railway to expedie the work?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI K.H. MUNIYAPPA)
(a): Earthwork and work on major bridges between Sakri- Nirmali-Jhanjharpur
is in progress. The work of important bridge over river Kamala Balan has also
been taken up.
(b)to (d): The target for conversion of this project has been fixed as March, 2012
and work is progressing accordingly.