(a) whether the gauge conversion work in Bikaner Rail division is likely to be completed by
January 2010;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) if not, the reasons therefor; and
(d) the time by which the said gauge conversion work is likely to be completed?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS(SHRI K.H. MUNIYAPPA)
(a): No, Madam.
(b): Does not arise.
(c)&(d): The gauge conversion of Suratpura-Sriganganagar was included in Railway Budget 2008-09
and is in initial stages. Further, the gauge conversion of Sadulpur-Ratangarh-Bikaner and
Sarupsar-Sriganganagar is being progressed as per availability of resources. The gauge conversion
of these sections may take about 4-5 years for completion.