Railway Board Seeks Kerala's Financial Support for Sabari Rail Project
The Railway Board has made a request to the Kerala government to cover all expenses related to land acquisition for the proposed Sabari rail project, including establishment charges and contingency charges, utilizing its 50% share.
The state government had recently sent a letter to the railways, inquiring about who would bear the expenses of opening three special tahsildar offices in Ernakulam, Idukki, and Kottayam districts to conduct the land acquisition for the project.
Additionally, the government was also concerned about the salaries of approximately 100 officials appointed in the land acquisition offices.
The development comes as the state government is awaiting clarification from the railways on the financial implications of the project.
Key Points:
- The Railway Board has asked Kerala to cover 50% of the expenses related to land acquisition for the Sabari rail project.
- The state government is inquiring about who will bear the expenses of opening special tahsildar offices in Ernakulam, Idukki, and Kottayam districts.
- Approximately 100 officials have been appointed in the land acquisition offices, and their salaries are a concern for the government.
The Kerala government is seeking clarification from the railways on the financial implications of the project.