Mamata set for pro-poor budget

Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee.

With less than two months left for the West Bengal assembly elections, Railway MinisterMamata Banerjeeis all set to present a pro-poorbudget.

Headlines Todayhas learnt that there will be no increase in fares of local trains and general class of long distance trains. Sources said that funds would be allocated to complete pending projects.

Another issue high on Mamata's agenda is a dedicated freight corridor and an overhaul of the signal system. The minister will also seek to improve the security of long distance trains.