Question : SPEED POST CENTRE IN GUJARAT



(a) the number of speed post centres functioning in Gujarat;

(b) whether there is any proposal to set up more such centres in the State;

(c) if so, the details thereof; and

(d) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SHRI TAPAN SIKDAR)


(a) 4 Speed Post Centres on National network and 36 Speed Post Centres on State network are functioning in the State of Gujarat.

(b) to (d): Speed Post is a premium product and is run on commercial considerations. Expansion of this network is an on-going process depending on market situation, assessment of the need, the anticipated revenue and transport network.