(a) whether the Railways propose to improve rail connectivity on Bhubaneshwar-Puri-Konark
section in view of their religious and historical importance;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) if not, the reasons therefor?
(a) whether the Railways propose to improve rail connectivity on Bhubaneshwar-Puri-Konark
section in view of their religious and historical importance;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI K.H. MUNIYAPPA)
(a)&(b): Bhubaneswar is connected to Puri via Khurda Road. Doubling on the section
from Delang to Puri has also been taken up. A survey for new line from Puri to Konark
was conducted in the past but was not considered viable for sanction.
(c): Does not arise.