ABSS for Waterlogging Prevention in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh

What was asked, and of whom?

The question asked for details on funds, technical measures, pumps, coordination with Urban Local Bodies, and digital monitoring systems for waterlogging prevention in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme and other central funds. The Ministry of Railways answered.

Who asked / answered

Shri Shrirang Appa Chandu Barne, Shri Naresh Ganpat Mhaske (asked); Ministry of Railways (answered)

What the government said

• More than 1300 culverts cleaned before monsoon
• 24 additional pipe culverts through micro tunnels on suburban sections
• 225 km of track lifting in Mumbai Division
• Over 300 dewatering pumps (12.5 HP to 100 HP) installed
• Joint inspections with Urban Local Bodies before and after desilting
• Water level sensors at critical bridges and low-lying tracks
• Digital rain gauges at specific locations
• 1340 stations identified for redevelopment under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (80 in Madhya Pradesh, 132 in Maharashtra)
• 19 stations completed in Madhya Pradesh, 20 in Maharashtra

Points worth noting

• The answer does not provide specific figures for funds allocated or utilized during the current year for waterlogging prevention.
• The answer does not address the question about advanced digital technology/real-time micro-monitoring systems beyond mentioning digital rain gauges and water level sensors.
• The answer states that 1340 stations have been identified for redevelopment under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, with 80 in Madhya Pradesh and 132 in Maharashtra, but does not specify how many of these are directly related to waterlogging prevention.