The Impressive TimesNew Delhi, 27 September , 2024 – PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh called on Chairman and CEO Indian Railway Board Satish Kumar at New Delhi today.
He apprised him that the construction work of the flyover at HP Vidhan Sabha junction and viaduct along victory tunnel was stalled due to delay in approvals from Northern Railways. He urged him to take appropriate and speedy action for restarting the work at the earliest as it plays a major role in decongesting traffic in Shimla and vital for the city which attracts large number of tourists.
The Minister also discussed about the expansion of railway network in the state especially about Bhanupali- Bilaspur railway line.
The CEO directed the concerned authorities to start the work from today itself on the request of the Minister and resolved the reasons for stalling the work immediately. The CEO also said that process for Bhanupali- Bilaspur was already in progress and would take its course.
Vikramaditya Singh thanked the Chairman and CEO for taking immediate action for directing to restart the work immediately on his request the work of which was stalled in April this year. The delay was affecting the progress of the work which was being undertaken by the PWD department under Smart City Project, he said.
n a significant development for urban infrastructure in Shimla, PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh met with Satish Kumar, Chairman and CEO of the Indian Railway Board, to address critical delays in local construction projects. The meeting, held today in New Delhi, focused on the stalled construction of a flyover at the HP Vidhan Sabha junction and a viaduct along the Victory Tunnel, which are essential for alleviating traffic congestion in the tourist-heavy city.
During the discussion, Minister Singh highlighted that the delay in approvals from Northern Railways had hindered the progress of these vital projects. He urged the Chairman to take prompt and effective action to restart the construction work, emphasizing its importance in managing Shimla’s traffic flow, particularly given the city’s popularity among tourists.
In response, CEO Satish Kumar assured Minister Singh that he would instruct the relevant authorities to recommence work immediately. He acknowledged the need for rapid progress, noting that the delay had been ongoing since April of this year. The CEO also informed Singh that the approval process for the Bhanupali-Bilaspur railway line was already underway and would continue to advance.
The swift action taken by the Chairman was appreciated by Minister Singh, who expressed gratitude for the immediate response to his request. He reiterated that the work was part of the Smart City Project, aimed at modernizing urban infrastructure and enhancing the overall quality of life in Shimla.
The minister’s proactive approach in liaising with the Indian Railway Board underscores the government’s commitment to improving transportation and infrastructure in the state, crucial for supporting both residents and the influx of tourists.
As the projects move forward, they are expected to significantly improve traffic conditions in Shimla, reinforcing the city’s status as a key destination in India’s tourism landscape.
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