Bhubaneswar: The ongoing railway projects in Odisha are being given priority for speeding up the construction work and for their early completion, informed Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw during his visit to Balangir on Sunday.
“Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Line is being constructed from both the end for early completion of the project. Construction work from Bichhupalli to Sonepur and from Mahipur to Nuagaon/Dasapalla is in full swing,” he said while seeking cooperation from all agencies.
On the demand for Balangir-Nuapada Rail Line, Vaishnaw said it will be reviewed at an appropriate level and depending on its feasibility, further action will be taken.
He also said that Loco overhauling at Norla will be given priority.
Railway Minister also interacted with trackmen at Balangir railway station and praised them for working in every odd condition.
He inspected the ladies waiting room, interacted with the station master, enquired about the land on another side of platform No. 3 and reviewed other amenities.
Vaishnaw praised the station authorities for cleanliness.
Apart from this, he also inspected the tea and other stalls at the station. He told them that it is their responsibility to keep the station clean.
Railway Minister also interacted with people sitting on the benches and took feedback from them.
Vaishnaw said that he moved around the KBK region and saw the problems and issues and promised to work towards the development of the region.
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