Question : DOUBLING OF JALANDHAR-JAMMU RAIL LINE



(a) whether the Government have obtained necessary clearance for doubling of rail line between Jalandhar and Jammu;

(b) if not, the reasons therefor; and

(c) the steps taken by the Government to start doubling work on this railway line?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI DIGVIJAY SINGH)

(a) & (b) : The clearances have not yet been received. The survey report is being sent to Planning Commission for their appraisal. Once this is done, the project will be considered by Expanded Board and thereafter the proposal will be sent for necessary clearances.

(c) : The work will be started after the clearances become available.