Question : INTER-STATION LOCAL TRAIN SERVICE



(a) whether the Railways are planning inter-station local train service on the electrified tracks in the near future;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) the timeframe set for the commencement of the service?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI R.VELU)

(a) to (c): Introduction of passenger carrying trains including Electric Multiple Units(EMUs) is a continuous process over Indian Railways subjected to operational feasibility and availability of resources. These are informed to the public through the public Time Table and notifications issued by Zonal Railways well in time.