Question : UNI GAUGE SYSTEM



(a) whether the Government still sticks to uni-gauge system in Indian Railways;

(b) the route length converted into broad gauge by the end of the Eight and Ninth Plan;

(c) the cost thereof and achievements made in this regard State-wise;

(d) the narrow gauge lines in Orissa which are planned and approved to be converted into broad gauge lines;

(e) the kilometers converted so far along with the cost thereof; and

(f) the time fixed for completion of gauge conversion?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI O. RAJAGOPAL)

(a): Yes, Sir. However, the works are being progressed as per availability of resources.

(b):	8th Plan	-	6897 km.	9th Plan	-	1892 km ( Upto 31.3.2001)

(a) to (f): A statement is attached.