Question : INTEGRATED TRANSPORT SYSTEM

(a) whether the Railways are actively participating in the process of having integrated transport system by linking railway stations, metro stations and national highways;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether work on the proposed plan has been initiated; and

(d) if so, the estimated expenditure likely to be incurred on the said plan?

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

(a) to (d): Yes, Madam. The participation of the Railways in integration process occurs, whenever there is an overlapping of functional areas. Specific proposals, on receipt, are evaluated and considered.