Question : CONSTRUCTION OF ANAND VIHAR TRAIN TERMINAL



(a) the initial outlay for the construction of Anand Vihar Train Terminal in East Delhi;

(b) whether there is any revised outlay due to delay in completion of the project;

(c) if so, the amount fixed after revision of outlay and reasons for such delay; and

(d) the original time frame fixed for the completion of the project alongwith the revised schedule for completion of the same?

Answer given by the minister


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

(a) to (c) : Construction of Anand Vihar Train Terminal was sanctioned in 2003-04 at an initial cost of Rs. 85 crore. In addition, the material modification covering additional passenger and operational facilities was sanctioned at a cost of Rs. 25.93 crore in the year 2006-07. The delay has not been the reason for increase in cost.

(d): The target date of completion for Anand Vihar Rail Terminal was originally fixed as September, 2008 which has now been revised to March, 2009.