Question : GAUGE CONVERSION OF NARKATIAGANJ-BHIKLUATHORI RAILWAY LINE

(a) whether the Government has any proposal regarding gauge conversion of Narkatiaganj-Bhikluathori railway line;

(b) if so, the time by which the work of gauge conversion is likely to be started by the Government;

(c) whether there is any proposal under consideration of the Government for providing Mahajogin halt between Gaunaha and Bhikhluathori railway stations; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

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

(a): The gauge conversion of Narkatiaganj-Bhikluathori section has been approved as a part of gauge conversion of Jaynagar-Darbhanga-Narkatiaganj rail line.

(b): Preliminary works like detailed survey, preparation of detailed estimate etc. have been completed.

(c): No, Sir.

(d): Does not arise.