The Orange Line’s western section will likely remain on hold until all the legal disputes involving the project are settled, Deputy Transport Minister Atirat Ratanasate said on Thursday.
Speaking after meeting with heads of transport agencies for an update, Mr Atirat said he had instructed Mass Rapid Transit Authority (MRTA) of Thailand governor Pakapong Sirikantaramas to follow the law strictly.
Mr Atirat, who assumes the role of acting transport minister while Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob is suspended from duty, said the MRTA must thoroughly examine the details of the three pending lawsuits before proceeding.
“The Orange Line’s western section can’t proceed if some issues aren’t cleared up….
