The recent train connectivity on the Mysore-Bangalore-Shimoga-Talaguppa route has kindled a new hope for the people of the Western coast, particularly for those living in the northern parts of the coast who have to depend on buses and trucks for movement of passengers and goods.
The people have petitioned that Railway line between Talaguppa in Shimoga district and Honnavar in Uttara Kannada district. They reminded him of the promises had made to the people of Shimoga and Uttara Kannada on a number of occasions.
Ministers telling that Talaguppa-Honnavar line was an important link,...
more... which would connect Malnad areas to the coast and Uttara Kannada district to Bangalore.
“Railways has already got administrative and financial clearances from the government for this line. Only forest and environment clearances are pending,” Railway Department said during an interaction with the people.
People in the state are disappointed that the railway ministry did not take up Talaguppa Honnavar line despite having all clearances ready.
Currently, road is the only means of transportation in the area, which is expensive and tedious,”