(a) whether the Government proposes to construct National Highways in the forest areas of
various States including Madhya Pradesh;
(b) if so, the details thereof, State-wise and project-wise; and
(c) the time by which such National Highways are likely to be constructed alongwith the details of funds likely to be allocated for the purpose, State-wise and project-wise?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS (SHRI R.P.N. SINGH)
(a) to (c) Yes Sir, While taking up improvement works on the National Highways like
widening etc., generally forest areas are acquired in case the existing alignment/proposed
alignment passes through forest. Details of projects through forest areas in various states
where works are in progress but forest clearance is awaited for part length, the likely date
of completion of these projects etc, are at Annexure.