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Commuter Rail mentioned in the Karnataka State Budget by CM
Written By Sanjeev - 24 February, 2011
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55. The Comprehensive Traffic and Transportation Plan for Bangalore has identified the need to take up commuter rail system within the city. The Government has sought permission of the Ministry of Railways for undertaking commuter rail service from Bangalore to Devanahalli, Anekal, Malur, Ramnagara, Nelamangala and beyond, so that persons living on the outskirts of Bangalore would be able to access the Central Business District of Bangalore within a short time. The State would provide its contribution.
http://www.kar.nic.in/finance/bud2011/bsp2011.htm
Its good to see CM of Karnataka clearly mentioning the Commuter Rail in the State Budget. Hope MoS K H Muniyyappa makes his effort for the same.
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Atleast its in the master plan now
idontspam - 24 February, 2011 - 12:24
Was listening to him it didnt show under the moolabhoota soukarya section, it showed up under the Bengaluru section of his speech. Of course he hurried thru the entire speech but interesting no allocation made. Not even a token allocation to seed an SPV and its functioning.
idontspam - 26 February, 2011 - 01:51
We are yet to receive a proposal (from the state government)
I would be very curious to see what proposal was recieved from WB state Govt for KRVC, and how much cajoling & begging it took for WB govt to get that going. GoK also needs to share blame for doing lip service here, its heart is not in the right place. Its campaigns in Delhi has been half hearted and useless.
idontspam - 25 February, 2011 - 09:10
Below is the only committment she has made.
Similar corporations can be considered for congested suburban systems in other states
Nothing for Bangalore. Its a shame that Ahmedabad gets a suburban network being a BJP govt but the same party cant get Commuter Rail for Bengaluru included. What a shame. Truly impotent leadership in Karnataka I must say.
81. Madam, India is witnessing rapid urbanization putting great pressure on our cities and towns. Transport infrastructure will be a key to their growth and sustenance. I propose the development of integrated suburban railway networks in large cities like Mumbai, bringing together suburban railway, metro railway and other rail infrastructure under a single integrated system which will provide faster, efficient, affordable and comfortable transportation to the citizens. To begin with, I plan to introduce this concept in those cities where suburban system exists, such as Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Chennai. We propose to strengthen the suburban system of Hyderabad-Secundeabad by implementing six projects under MMTS Phase II.
82 Madam, Mumbai Rail Vikas Corporation (MRVC) has helped bring enormous improvements in Mumbai’s suburban system. I now wish to bring about a similar transformation to the suburban transport system of the other megalopolis of the country, Kolkata. For a 100 km and more around Kolkata, the lives of the people are inexorably linked with activities, trade and industry of the city. There is a great need to upgrade the entire suburban system of Kolkata with better, faster and more number of services including 15-car trains.
83. I am aware that such improvements need substantial finances. Railways have limited resources. Therefore, I propose to set up Kolkata Rail Vikas Corporation (KRVC) on the lines of MRVC, which will raise funds through banks and other financial institutions, Municipal Corporation and other stakeholders. I believe, this single measure will kick start Kolkata’s return to its days of glory. Similar corporations can be considered for congested suburban systems in other states
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Railway has not considered Bangalore Commuter Rail
Sanjeev - 25 February, 2011 - 10:41
Indian railway and Mamata have sanctioned and going for further improvements at Mumbai, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, and Chennai They have clearly kept away from Bangalore Commuter Rail demand.
Similar corporations can be considered for congested suburban systems in other states. When such demand exists for Bangalore over last 28 yrs and clearly GoK has demanded with cost sharing, why Bangalore is getting such treatment. ???
MPs should ensure their part at Center
Sanjeev - 24 February, 2011 - 11:56
All the 7 MPs from Bangalore should ensure that Commuter Rail is sanctioned for Bangalore.
Already MR Janardhan Reddy has written letter to all MP's to put pressure on Center to get the project approved by Indian Railways. Looking for positive development.
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