Question : ELECTRIFICATION ON SITAPUR UNCHAHAR LINE



(a) whether the Railways propose electrification on the Sitapur- Balamau-Unnao-Unchahar section in Uttar Pradesh; and

(b) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI K.H.MUNIYAPPA)

(a): No, Madam.

(b): There is no proposal at present to electrify Sitapur-Balamau-Unnao- Unchahar rail line as the electrification of railway tracks is decided based on financial viability, traffic volume and operational flexibility.