Question : LATE RUNNING OF TRAINS



(a) whether all express/superfast/passenger trains on Mumbai- Howrah rail route are running late from their scheduled time;

(b) if so, the reasons therefor;

(c) whether the passengers are facing inconvenience due to trains running late by five to ten hours; and

(d) the necessary steps taken/being taken by the Railways in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


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

(a) No, Madam. In 2nd week of March 2012 (6th to 14th March), out of 62 Mail/Express trains which originated and terminated on Mumbai-Howrah rail route, only 9 Mail/Express trains lost punctuality.

(b) to (d) Do not arise.