More opinions solicited on maglev line

Construction of a plan to extend Shanghai's maglev line is still awaiting final approval from the central government, the city's mayor, Han Zheng, said yesterday.

Han said that the project, which has triggered concerns over noise and possible health hazards among people who live near the proposed route, will not be completed before the 2010 World Expo.

"It is impossible (to finish) before 2010. The project hasn't even started yet.