(a) the present status of progress made so far in the Sabari Rail
Project in Kerala;
(b) the steps taken to expedite the completion thereof; and
(c) the time-frame set for its completion?
(a) the present status of progress made so far in the Sabari Rail
Project in Kerala;
(b) the steps taken to expedite the completion thereof; and
(c) the time-frame set for its completion?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI K. H. MUNIYAPPA)
(a) & (b): In view of the resolution passed by Kerala Legislative Assembly
and objections of Forest Department, Angamali-Sabarimala line has been terminated
at Azutha. Work on this new line is held up due to public protest and recent
Court orders. Representations received from the local people have been examined
in consultation with the Ministry of Environment & Forest. State Government is
yet to hand over required land to Railways.
(c): No target date for completion is fixed at present.