Rail Budget 2012: Pune residents term it disappointing

PUNE: The budget is disappointing for Pune region. It has not matched the expectations of daily commuters and industries as it has failed to address many long-pending demands. There is no mention of strengthening of Pune-Lonavla sector. The nominal fare hike proposed in the budget is good.
Chandmal Parmar, chairman, MCCIA's rail, road and traffic committee
The railway minister has presented a fairly good budget in terms of strengthening of railway services across the country.It has some good suggestions about employment generation and providing safety to daily railway traffic. An increase in fare was expected. Steps being taken towards maintaining good hygiene by introducing the green toilet concept are appreciated. Introducing a high-speed train corridor on Ahmedabad-Mumbai-Pune route is welcome.
Kanubhai Trivedi, Pune Pravasi Sangh
Apart from one train to Amravati, the railway budget has not given anything for Pune. Commuters from Pune will not be happy with the budget, if they compare it to new trains and amenities given to Mumbai region. The world class station project has remained on paper and not moved forward in the last two years. Some steps are taken up to beef up security measures at the railway station.
Manik Birla, president of Rail Travellers Service Agents' Association
The Pune-Daund sector has remained neglected. It needs an upgradation with a new line and electrification. The budget has failed to meet the demand for starting new trains between Pune and Daund. No funds have been announced for upgradation of Pune-Daund corridor.
Vikas Deshpande, Pune-Daund Pravasi Sangh
Pune-Mumbai sector has been ignored. The monthly pass holders have been demanding an additional train which will reach Mumbai by 10 am. Commuters were also expecting an increase in Pune-Lonavla local train service. Some good decisions in the budget include installation of new toilet systems in trains and safety proposals.
Hemant Tapale, Pune Mumbai Pravasi Sangh
Nothing significant has been proposed for women commuters. It is disappointing for Pune commuters as their demands have been ignored. No new trains have been announced to destinations like Delhi and Mumbai.
Manjulata Mehta of Sadadi Mahila Sangh
Budget 2012-13
Rail Budget 2012