Lalu announces 43 new train services, 2 new railway divisions

The Union Minister of Railways, Shri Lalu Prasad presented the Interim Railway Budget 2009-10 in the Lok Sabha today.

The minister announced introduction of 43 new train services in 2009-10; extension of 14 trains envisaged and frequency of 14 trains to be increased.

With a view to facilitate improved train operations, it has been decided to set up two new railway divisions at Bhagalpur and Thawe.

25 surveys proposed comprising 14 for new lines, 3 for gauge conversion and 28 for doubling projects. Pre-feasibility study for running high speed bullet trains being pursued.

Construction of Rail Wheel Factory, Chapra on in full swing; Work on diesel and electric locomotive factories at Marhoura and Madhepura targeted for early start.

Bharat Wagon Limited, Mokama & Muzaffarpur transferred to Ministry of Railways; transfer of wagon units of Burn Standard at Burnpur and Howrah also under consideration on the same lines.

Source : Press Information Bureau

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