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The procedure for identification, prioritization, preparation of detailed proposals for the projects under the Central Road Fund (CRF) scheme has been modified with effect from 01.04.2010. This has been done as per the instructions issued by the Ministry in March 2010 to stipulate submission of detailed estimates for the projects prioritized and finalized by the Standing Committee headed by the Secretary of this Ministry. This will facilitate accord of detailed technical and financial sanction including administrative approval by the Ministry for such projects.
The procedure has been modified as it was felt essential that the projects under CRF be sanctioned for the full cost and that cost be based on Detailed Project Report. This will make the cost estimation realistic as also there will be no necessity for the States to bear the excess cost beyond 10% of the amount administratively approved and avoid downsizing the projects by some States to reduce scope of work and restrict the cost within the limit of 10% excess.
This information was provided by Shri R.P.N. Singh, Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways.
