Question : CONSTRUCTION OF BY PASS ON AGRA MUMBAI NATIONAL HIGHWAY



(a) whether the Government propose to construct a by-pass in Gwalior on Agra-Mumbai National Highway;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) the time by which it is likely to be completed?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF SURFACE TRANSPORT


(DR. DEBENDRA PRADHAN)

(a) to (c): An estimate for Land Acquisition for Gwalior bypass was sanctioned in February 1999 by the Ministry for Rs.389.90 lacs. Process for LA is in progress and is expected to be completed by March, 2001. Construction of bypass will be considered after land acquisition. It is too early to indicate any date for completion of bypass.