(a) whether the Railways had sanctioned for Chinna Salem-
Kallakurachi, new broad-gauge Railway line during year 2006;
(b) if so, the details thereof, and the present status of
the project;
(c) the reasons for delay in execution of the project; and
(d) time by which work on this project is likely to be started?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI K. H. MUNIYAPPA)
(a): Yes, Madam.
(b) & (c): Chinna Salem-Kallakkurichi new line work was sanctioned at a total
cost of Rs. 38.91 crore. Delay in execution is on account of non-finalisation
of alignment of this line due to number of representations from various quarters.
(d): Work will be started after finalisation of alignment and availability
of land.