Question : GAUGE CONVERSION OF GONDA-BAHRAICH ROUTE



(a) whether the Railways have reviewed the gauge conversion work of Gonda-Bahraich rail route under North-Eastern Railway, Gorakhpur;

(b) if so, the time by which said gauge conversion work is likely to be completed; and

(c) the funds allocated and spent thereon so far?

Answer given by the minister


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

(a) to (c): Yes, Madam. The project will be completed in coming years as per availability of resources. An expenditure of 18.24 crore has been incurred upto March, 2010 and an outlay of ` 1.00 crore has been provided during 2010-11.