(a) whether the need for reconstitution of railway divisions and zones has been felt in the recent past;
(b) if so, the reasons therefor;
(c) whether any demands for new railway divisions and zones have been made in the last three years; and
(d) if so, the details thereof, State-wise and the action taken by the Government on the same so far?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS
(SHRI RAJEN GOHAIN)
(a): No, Madam.
(b): Does not arise.
(c): Yes, Madam.
(d): Demands for creation of new zones and divisions from various State Governments, elected representatives etc. is a continuous process. After considering the demands received so far, there is no plan for creation of new zones and divisions on Indian Railways at present. However, the feasibility of establishing a new zone in the State of Andhra Pradesh is being examined in the Ministry of Railways, in terms of Item No.8 of Schedule 13 (Infrastructure) of Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014.
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