Question : YASHVANTHPURA-MANGALORE EXPRESS TRAIN



(a) whether the Yashvanthpura-Mangalore Express train No. 6515/6516(Daily) via Arasikere included in the railway budget for the year 2005-06 has not been introduced so far;

(b) if so, the reason for delay; and

(c) the time by which the train is likely to be introduced?

Answer given by the minister


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

(a) to (c): Yes,Madam.6515/6516 Yesvantpur- Mangalore Express (via Arsikere) could not be introduced so far due to Ghat section constraints due to safety consideration.The date of introduction of the train will be finalized thereafter.