Dehradun: Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan has directed the Transport Department to give an update on the status of all the rail projects proposed in the state and to give a point-wise report on the obstacles and problems being faced in the currently running rail projects. He has also asked to clarify the status of upgradation of all railway stations including Dehradun. Along with this, the CS has given instructions for effective coordination with the Ministry of Railways, RVNL and related institutions on issues related to proposed and running rail projects in the state.
The Chief Secretary said that the infrastructure of railways is of utmost importance for the state in view of the connection of inaccessible hilly areas with the rail network, industrial, economic and social development of the state, smooth movement of devotees throughout the year in world famous Dhams, pilgrimages and strategic importance.
The Transport Department informed that there are a total of five rail projects in the state, out of which three are proposed and two projects including Rishikesh-Karnprayag are currently being operated. Gangotri Yamunotri Rail Project whose total distance is 121.76 km and there are 10 stations. Its survey work has been completed and DPR has been made available to Railway Board. Its approval is awaited. Tanakpur Bageshwar Rail Project whose total distance is 170.70 km and there are 12 stations. Its survey work has been completed and DPR has been made available to Railway Board. Its approval is awaited. Dehradun -Saharanpur Rail Project whose total distance is 92.60 km and there are 8 stations. Its survey work is in progress. Secretary Transport, Additional Secretary Transport, Secretary MDDA and officials of concerned departments were present in the meeting.
