(a) whether the Government proposes to construct bridges over Ganga from Sahebganj under Jharkhand upto Manihari Ghat under Bihar and also from Rajmahal upto Kaliyachachak;
(b) if so, the time by when the construction is likely to commence; and
(c) if not, the reasons therefor?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS (SHRI K.H. MUNIYAPPA)
(a) The Ministry is responsible for development and maintenance of National Highways in the country. The bridge referred in question falls on the State Road and its construction is the responsibility of the State Government.
(b)&(c) Do not arise.