Question : PROPOSAL FOR RUNNING NEW TRAINS



(a) the details of proposals for running new trains pending with the Railways as on date;

(b) whether the Railways propose to run a new train from Kanpur (Uttar Pradesh) to New Delhi via Urai Jhansi;

(c) if so, the details thereof; and

(d) the time by which the Railways propose to start a new train on the said route?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI K.H. MUNIYAPPA)

(a): Introduction of new train services is an ongoing process. New train services announced in the Rail Budget are introduced during the course of the financial year on the basis of availability of rolling stock, completion of gauge conversion works, new lines, development of requisite facilities, etc.

(b): No, Madam.

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