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Cbaitra 01, 1927 (Saka)

LOK SABHA DEBATES

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Fourth Session
(Fourteenth Lok Sabha)

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 EDITORIAL BOARD

G.C. Malhotra
Secretary-General
Lok Sabha

Kiran Sahni
Principal Chief Editor

Hamam Oass Takker

Chief Editor

Pannesh Kumar Sharma

Senior Editor

Ajit Yadav
Editor

(Original English Proceedings Included In English Version and Original Hindi Proceedings included in Hindi Version will
be treated 8S authoritative and not the translation thereof.)
 CONTENTS
[Fourteenth Series, ~. VIII, Fourth Session, 200511927 (Sake)}

No. 11, Tue.day, March 22, 20051C1ul1trII 01, 1927 (Saka)

SuaJecr Ca.UMNS

ORAL ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS

·Starred Question Nos. 261 to 264 .. , 1-46

WRITTEN ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS

Starred Question Nos. 265 to 280 ... 46-122

Unstarred Question Nos. 2821-3050 122-558

PAPERS LAID ON THE TABLE ... 558-567

MESSAGES FROM RAJYA SABHA 567

LEAVE OF ABSENCE OF MEMBERS FROM

THE SITTINGS OF THE HOUSE ... 568 J

STANDI~G COMMITTEE ON LABOUR

Third and Fourth Report ... 568

STANDING COMMITTEE ON SOCIAL JUSTICE

AND EMPOWERMENT

Fourth to Sixth Reports 569

STANDING COMMITTEE ON URBAN DEVELOPMENT

Fifth Report 570

STATEMENTS BY MINISTERS

(i) Status of implementation of recommendations in the

First Report of Standing Committee on Energy

Shr; P.M. Sayeed ... 570

(ii) Statement correcting reply to Starred Question

No. 1 dated 01.03.2005 re: Tsunami Disaster

Shri S. Regupathy ... 572

OBSERVATION BY THE SPEAKER 574

SlIBMISSIONS BY MEMBERS

Re: World Water Day 604-608

·The Sign + marked above the name of a Member IndTcates that the question was actually asked on the floor of the
Hou~ by that Member.
Sua.ECT Ca.UM'IS

MATTERS UNDER RULE 377

(i) Need to undertake development programmes

in Natham and Vedasanthu Talukas of Palani
Parliamentary Constituency, Tamil Nadu under
the Rashtriya Sam Vikas Vojana (RSVP)

Shri S.K. Kharventhan 609

(ii) Need to review the rural development programmes

undertaken during the period 1998-2004, in
Mehsana Parliamentary Constituency, Gujarat

Shri Jivabhai Ambalal Patel 610

(iii) Need to provide a special package for undertaking

developmental work in Khoda-Makanpur Colony in
Hapur Parliamentary Constituency, U.P.

Shri Surendra Prakash Goyal ... 610

(iv) Need to include 'Oalit Christians' in the category

of Scheduled Castes

Shri L. Rajagopal ... 611

(v) Need for doubling and electrification of railway

line linking Waltai (Vizag), Raipur and Bokaro

Shri Bikram Keshari 080 ... 612

(vi) Need to reconstitute the Special Investigating

Team and High Power Committee in the
North-Eastem Region

Shri Tapir Gao 612

(vii) Need to address the problems of farmers

carrying out cultivation in the Indo-Pak
border districts of Punjab

Shri Navjot Singh Sidhu ... 612

(viii) Need to set up a Rural Technology Centre In

Jhalawar Parliamentary Constituency, Rajasthan

Shri Oushyant Singh 613

(Ix) Need to restrain domestic newsprtnt makers from

raising price of newsprint from the 1st April, too5

Shri P. Karunakaran 614

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(x) Need to formulate labour Intensive economic and

Industrial policies for enabling aH-round development
of the country

Shrlmati Jayaprads ... 615

(xi) Need to accord approval to the Maharashtra
Government's proposal for developing eco-
tourism at Agashlva Hills on National Highway
No. 4 near Karad town in Satara District

Shri Shriniwas Dadasaheb Patil 615

(xii) Need to set up a civil aerodrome In Jamshedpur

Parliamentary Constituency, Jharkhand

Shri Sunil Kumar Mahto ... 616

(xiii) Need to provide financial assltance to the

Government of Andhra Pradesh to tide over
the problem of shortage of drinking water in
Telangana region

Shri B. Vinod Kumar . 617

(xlv) Need to allocate more funds for speeding up

gauge conversion work on Naupada-Gunupur
railway section in Waltair Division of East-
Coast RaHway

Shri Kinjarapu Yerrannaldu 617

(xv) Need to make Jammu and Kashmir State

entitled for Non-Lapsable Central Pool of
Resources for enabling development of
tourism industry in the State

Shri Abdul Rashid Shaheen ... 618

STATUTORY RESOLUTION RE: DISAPPROVAL OF

PATENTS (AMENDMENT) ORDINANCE

AND
PATENTS (AMENDMENT) BILL, 2005

Motion to Consider 619

Shri Bachl Singh Rawat 'Sachda' ... 619

Shri Kamal Nath ... 629

Shri Uday Singh ... 632

Shri Pawan Kumar Bansal ... 637

SuaECT Cow~

Shri Rupchand Pal 648

Shri Ramji 1aI Suman 656

Shri AIok Kumar Mehta 659

Shri Lalmani Prasad ... 663

Shri C. Kuppusami 664

Shrl Braja KIshore Tripathl ... 686

Shri C.K. Chandrappan 668

Shrl George Femandes 672

Shrimati Maneka Gandhi 675

Kunwar Jltin Prasada ... 680

Shri Suresh Kurup 884

Shrl Mohan Singh 686

Shrl Ram Kripal Yadav 689

Shri Kharabela Swain .. . 692
Shrl Adhir Chowdhury .. . 695
Shrl M.P. Veerendra Kumar '" 697

Shrl Klnjarapu Yerrannaidu .. . 701

Kumari Mamata Banerjee ... 705

Shri P.C. Thomas 711

Shrl Joachim Saxla 712

Prof. Vijay Kumar Malhotra ... 717

Clause 2 to 78 and 1 726-738

Motion to Pass 726-738

ANNEXURE-I

Member-wise Index to Starred List of Questions 739

Member-wise Index to Unstarred List of Questions 740-752

ANNEXURE-II

Ministry-wlae Index to Starred List of Questions ... 753-754

Ministry-wise Index to Unstarred List of Questions 753-756

OFFICERS OF LOK SABHA

THE SPEAKER
Shrl Somnath Chatterjee

THE DEPUT~SPEAKER

Shrl Chamjlt Singh Atwal

PANEL OF CHAIRMEN

Shrl Pawan Kumar Bansal

Shri Giridhar Gamang
Shrimati Sumitra Mahajan
Shri Ajay Maken
Dr. Laxminarayan Pandey
Shrl Balasaheb Vikhe Patil
Shri Varkala Radhakrishnan
Shri Arjun Sethi
Lt. Col. (Retd.) Manabendra Shah
Shri Devendra Prasad Yadav

SECRETAR~GENERAL

Shri G.C. Malhotra

 LOK SABHA DEBATES

LOK SA8HA 21.2.2005 under the chairpersonshlp of the Prime Minister.

The meeting dtscussed the progress of Sarva Shlksha
Abhiyam and the members shared their views on the
promotion of elementary education in the country, including
the need to address the problem of dropouts.
The Lole Sabha met ., Eleven of Ihe Clock
The Sarva Shiksha Abhlyan (SSA) seeks universal
[MR. SPEAKER In the Chaitf
retention by 2010. Towards this purpose, the SSA glvee

ORAL ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS special focus to measures that promote retention such as
flexible schooling facilities, activltlee that dlntCtty support
MR. SPEAKER : Shri K.S. Rao, a.No. 261. education 'or girls, programmes to support children from
weaker sections of society and certain educational
[English]
incentives.

Serva Shlkaha Abhlyan

MR. SPEAKER: Shri K.S. Rao, Q. No.261

+
SHRI K.S. RAO : Sir, it is very pathetic that the
·261. SHRI K.S. RAO :
Govemlng Council of Sarva Shlksha Abhlyan has not met
SHRI MADHU GOUD YASKHI :
for the last four years, except In February, 2005. Sir, I am
thankful to the hon. Minister for increasing the ..,Iocation
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE
of fund for the Sarva Shlksha Abhlyan from Rs. 2,000 crore
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state :
in 2002-2003 to Rs. 7,150 crore this year. While the drop-
<a) whether to oversee the progress of Sarva out rate has come down by 30 per cent but still It Is very
Shik8ha Abhiyan a meeting has held recenUy which was high.
also attended by the Prime Minister;
I woutd like to know from the hon. MInister as to what
(b) if so, the details of subjects discueeed therein steps he Is going to take in reducing the drop-out rate by
and the decisions arrived at; creating interest among the children. The Contingency
Fund that is provided so far, a couple of years back, ..
(c) whether high dropout rate in schools across the Rs. 2000 for a school per year, which i& insufficient. It doeI
country was also discussed in the meeting; not attract any child to come there regutarly. So, I would
like to know from the hon. Minister whether he will allocate
(d) If 80, the deteRs thereof; and
more funds to schools, for playgrounds so that It attracts

(e) the corrective steps likely to be taken by the children. It is because, Initially the children are more

Govemment to stop such high rate of dropout in schools? Interested in playing games. If we attract them to schools
by providing all those facilities, automatically the dropouts
THE MINISTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE can be reduced.
DEVELOPMENT (SHRI ARJUN SINGH) : <a) to <e) A
Statement is placed on the Table of the House. MR. SPEAKER : P....., put your question.

SHRI K.S. RAO : At the moment, the funds are being

used for buildings. So, Sir, I want to know from the hon.
The tlrat meeting 01 the Governing CouncIl of the Minister whether the funds are being used for ttlia purpoH
National Mluion for Sarva Shikaha Abhiyan wu held on aIIoor not.
3 Oral Answers MAACH, 22, 20()5 to Questions 4

SHRI AAJUN SINGH : Sir, I would rather not comment has become Sarva Swah., Abhiyan, which means misuse
on, the, first part of the hon. Member's observation, but it of funds especially in the State of Andhra Pradesh where
is a fact that this Goveming Council met for the Jlrst time there is a scam to the tune of As. 250 crore in purchase
under the Chairmanship of the hon. Prime Minister. This of computers and television sets. In a particular school,
definitely shows that this Govemment is determined to see namely Audrur Girls Primary School in my district of
tflat this programme is of crucial importance to the country, Nizamabld, there is no electricity since 1996 arid there
and it will be taken to its iogical end under all are no furniture, but I found a Sony 29" colour television
circumstances. in that school. In another school, namely Manik Bhandar
High School, for about 400 students, there is only one
So far 8S the Question of giving funds is concerned,
toilet. In other words, the funds which are allodlted for
I think As. 5000 is given for maintenance and RI. 500
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan are blatantly misused particularly
for teachers respectively. The State Governments can fulfil
in Andhra Pradesh over the last two years. So, I would
the other requirements. As far as the question of
like to know from the hon. Minister as to what are the steps
playgrounds is concerned, a certain amount of incentive
that have heen taken by the present Government to stop
for sports is an important thing, and we will certainly try
this misuse of funds.
to do that.

SHRI K.S. RAO : Sir, today the need 0' the nation is The second part of my question is ...

the skRied people, and not the degree course, post-

MR. SPEAKEA : Only one part is alloweti.
graduate course and all that. Keeping in view all these
thiriQS" I would like to· request the hon. Minister to extend SHAI MADHU GOUD YASKHI : Sir, I will quickly sum
this allocation of fund beyond primary school, that is, from it up.
7th class right up to the 1Oth class. They should provide
vocational training from 8th class to 10th class, particular1y To achieve universal retention by 2010, there
in masonry work, carpentry work, electrical work, are overlapping programmes like the District Primary
mechanical work, and repairing of the utilities .Ilke Education Programme, Elementary Girl School Programme
telephones, guest houses and ail those things. If we do etc.
this, the poor people, who cannot afford to go In for higher
education, can have self-employment by getting training MR. SPEAKEA : Please come to your question.

in different skilla in the initial days only.

SHAI MADHU GOUD YASKHI : My experience in the

SHAi AAJUN SINGH : Sir, this is a valuable last nine months shows that unless you provide viable

suggestion. In fact, thele are vocational course for students employment to parents who are depending on the income
after 10th Standard. aut I do agree that they are not that earned by their children, we cannot achieve total retention
attractive toctayand not directly related to the opportunities of sending children to school. So, I would like to know from
that are available to them for employment. We are trying the hon. Minister as to what are the corrective measures
to make it employment-friendly. But so far as using these the Govemment is planning to take to achieve the goal
funds for that purpose Is concerned, I do not think it is of universal retention by 2010.
possible because it is committed purely for the primary
education. SHRI ARJUN SINGH : Sir, in this campaign. certainly
we are employing all kinds of strategies to further the
SHRI MADHU GOUD YASKHI : Mr. Speaker, Sir, the cause of this programme and the suggestiOn made by the
purpose of starting Sarva Shiksha' Abhiyan, over a period fIon. Member Is also one- of them.
5 CHAITRA 01, 1927 ..(Saka) to Questions 6

So far as the position in the schools in his area is SHRI ARJUN SINGH: Sir, there is no question of trying
concerned, I would request him to give me a notice. We to mislead this House and all the statements that are there
will try to find out and inform him. have been shared ... (lnterruptions)

[Translation] [Translation]

SHRI SUBODH MOHITE : Mr. Speaker, Sir, it appears SHRI BRAJESH PATHAK Sir, it seems that hon.
to me that the reply given by the Hon. Minister is not In Minister is not ready.
accordance with the question asked. The question has
been asked in three parts. I have asked him about the total (English]
dropouts. What decisions have been taken in the meeting
SHRI ARJUN SINGH : Please extend your help if you
held on 21.2.20057
can.
[English]
SHRI SUBODH MOHITE Sir, it is a serious
What are the corrective steps that the Govemment Is question.
taking In this regard? This is the crucial part.
SHRI AAJUN SINGH Yes, it Is a very serioul
[Translation] question ... (Interruptions)

In the reply, there is no mention of the total Qropouts.

MR. SPEAKER: I convnend the hon. Member who has
Moreover, there is no reply so far about the decisions taken
been to the Library making studies. I hope more hon.
in the meeting called by the hon. Prime Minister. The reply
Members visit the Library regularly.
does not mention the programme of the Govemment as
well. (Interruptions)

(English]
MR. SPEAKER : Please have patience.

I have got the information from the library. As per that

SHRI ARJUN SINGH : Sir, the drop out rates in overall
Information, from 1961 to 2002-03. I have the figures for
is as follows: In 1991, in primary, it was 42 per cent; in
drop outs in primary, elementary and secondary schools.
elementary, it was 28 per cent...(lnterrupttons)
The drop out rate has come down from 65 per cent to
35 per cent in primary sohools, it has come drown from SHRI SUBODH MOHITE : Sir, I have that information.
78 per cent to 52 per cent in elementary schools and it I have only asked the drop out rate In absolute terms.
has come down from 82 per cent to 62 per cent in
secondary schools. MR. SPEAKER: He wants the number of students. The
total number of drop outs. Do you have the total number
[Translation]
of drop outs?

All the drop out figures.

SHRI AAJUN SINGH Sir, I wi" i"""m the hon.
[English] Member.

Are misleading. My question to the hon. Minister is, SHRIMATI C.S. SUJATHA : Thank you Sir. I would like
what is the drop out in absolute terms, in numbers? What to ask a question from the hon. Minister with regard to the
is the target of the Government and what Is the area of States where schools have been transferred to Panchayati
control :to .decrease the drop out? This is my specific R-.i -institutions. tn Karale, achoolsare governed by
question. PMChayatiRaj Institutions. Could the Govemment of India
7 Oral Answers MARCH 22. 2005 to Oue$tions 8

agree to route the SSA funds through such Panchayati Raj year through the Sarva Shlkaha Abhlyan and Mid·
Institutions? Day Meal schemes. which have been allocated nearly
Rs. 8.242 erore.
SHRI ARJUN SINGH : Sir. Kerala is doing very well
in this campaign and the present pattern of expenditure Will the hon. Minister be kind enough to say how much
is being used very effectively. I do not see the necessity of this fund has been released to the State Governments?
for this diversion. The biggest problem has been the non-release of funds
on time, which has really stopped the implementation of
(Translation]
these programmes. In the coming financial year, the hon.
Finance Minister has said that the aUocation will be made
MR. SPEAKER: Shri Chhattar Singh Darbarji. [English)
for Sarva Shlksha Abhiyan for the development of
You can come a little to this side. [Translation] You are not
minorities. The minority population, as per 2001 Census,
visible because of pole. Please come forward.
is 18.42 per cent. Will the hon. Minister be kind enough
SHRI CHHATTAR SINGH DARBAR : Mr. Speaker. to aUocate 18.42 per cent under Sarva Shiksha Abhlyan
Sir. this pole is a very big and serious problem for me. to minority communities, especially the Muslim minority,
That is why I would like that my division number may be where the literacy rates are below the national average.
changed. which is 59.64 per cent? Will he also do justice In ensuring
the allocation under Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan for Urdu-
MR. SPEAKER : That is why you are being requested medium schools?
to come forward.
SHRI ARJUN SINGH : Sir, this is basically a
SHRI CHHATTAR SINGH DARBAR : Mr. Speaker, Sir, programme for the elementary level. As it is a comprehen-
hon. Minister has stated in his reply that ·Programmes are sive programme for all kinds of students including the
organised for providing assistance to the children minorities, definitely we will see that the minorities get their
belonging to the weaker sections of the society and certain proper share.
educational incentives· are given to them. Through you I
would like to ask hon. Minister as to what are those certain So far as sharing of cost - 75 per cent by the
educational incentives. This Is not clearly mentioned In Govemment of India and 25 per cent by the States - ..
the reply. Therefore. I would like to know from the hon. concerned, I would like to report that many of the States
Minister as to what types of Incentives are being given to now are trying to give their part of money also, may
them and what type of programmes are being run for their not be totally but progressively there is an improvement
families and the type of assistance being given to their In that.
families.
Secondly. so far as the question of release of money
[English] is concerned. we are trying to ensure that before the month
of May, we will try to release all the grants on the
SHRI ARJUN SINGH : Sir, we provide free books, mid· Government of India side and the States must contribute
day meals, text books, unifonns, etc. and ....ldentlal
accordingly.
schools are also there under Kasturba Gandhi Balika
Vidyalaya. All then are targeted for the under-privileged [Translation]
sections.
SHRI PARAS NATH YADAV : Mr: Speaker, Sir,
SHRI ASADUDDIN OWAISI : Thank you Sir. 1Wo per education Is such a mean.· through WhICh one can
cent education cess haa been imposed in ... ftnancial reach the topmost stage of one'. development. Though no
 vrat AnSwers liMAIl J1:A Ul, 11:"'" (~aKaJ ro uueSlfOns 10

law hats been enacted with regard to Sarva Shlksha Now, Shri Ram Kripal Yadav.
Abhiyan but the announcement for the same had rataed
lot of hopes among the people. I would like to know from (Interruptions)

the hon. Minister through you that though announcements

[Translation}
have been made in this House a number of times ...
(Interruptions) SHRI PARAS NATH YADAV : Mr. Speaker, Sir, this topic
needs to be discussed as it involves hard earned money
MR. SPEAKER : Please ask only what you want to
of the people ... (Interruptions)
know.

(Interruptions) [English}

SHRI PARAS NATH YADAV : Mr. Speaker, Sir, I would MR. SPEAKER : It will not be recorded.

like to know from the hon. Minister whether he proposes

(Interruptlonsr
to make any announcement about bringing any compul-
sory education BlII ... (lnterruptions) [7i'anslation)

[English}
MR. SPEAKER: Please have a little patience.

MR. SPEAKER His suggestion is that a Bill be

(Interruptions)
IntrodUced.
[English}
(Interruptions)

MR. SPEAKER : Shrl Ramdas Athawale, please sit

(Transl.tion)
down. It will not be recorded.

SHRI PARAS NATH YADAV : Sir, the fundi provided

(Interruptionsr
for the purpose are being misused. I would like to know
whether he has any control or any scheme to check the
MR. SPEAKER : Let us do some work. I know the
misuse of money ... (Interruptions). If he bringacompulsory
importance of this Question.
education Bill, then there will be enactment of a law and
on the basis of this law, the use of money can be monitored Now, Shrl Ram KrIpaf Yadav.
properly. Therefore, I would like to know frQm the, hon.
;

Minister as to when the compulsory education Bill could

be Introduced ... (lnterruptlons)
SHRI RAM KRIPAL YADAV : Mr. Speaker, Sir, the ratio
MR. SPEAKER : I have got your point. of literacy in Bihar is very low even after so many years
of independence. Just 37 per cent of population has been
(Interruptions)
able to achieve literacy. I understand that the Government
of India have already launched 'Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan'.
[English}
The objective of this campaign is to provide education to
MR. SPEAKER : Have you any proposal to Introduce the poor and destitute children in village and to incre8M
a legislation? the ratio of literacy.

SHRI ARJUN SINGH : Not for this purpoee. "Not recorded.

11 Oral AnswelS. MARCH 22,' 2005 to Questions 12

Sir, I would like to know from the hon. Minister through SHRI VINOD KHANNA Sir, my seat Is right here
you as to what steps he is going to taken in order to only.
increase the ratio of literacy in Bihar which is still
MR. SPEAKER : You are a very disciplined Member.
lagging behind. The children are not getting proper
Therefore, I am sure you will co-operate.
education there. I would like to know what measures are
likely to be taken by him to upgrade Bihar In the field of SHRI VINOD KHANNA: It is only because I am so
education so that the poor children are able to get tall that I cannot fit into that seat.
education. What scheme is being formulated by him to
ensure that every child is educated. Is he going to provide MR. SPEAKER : Then, we shall have only short

any special package to Bihar so that proper education Is Members!

given to the children there and whether any special

SHRI VINOD KHANNA : My question, through you,
campaign is likely to be launched or any special package
to the hon. Minister is whether he Is aware that a
is likely to be provided with a view to increasing the ratio
large number of dropouts in the school are of the
of literacy there.
gir1s. One of the main reasons Is that in the rural
areas, the schools do not have toilets. Once the girls
{English]
starts getting their periods. they are removed from the
MR. SPEAKER Is there any special package for schools.
Bihar?
MR. SPEAKER: They need more facilities.

{Translation]
SHRI VINOD KHANNA ; I have noticed this not
only in my constituency but also in various other
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
constituencies.
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
FATMI) : Bihar is one of those States in India which are MR. SPEAKER : Infrastructure should be provided.
backward in education. With the formation of UPA
Government in Centre, a number of steps have been taken $HRI VINOD KHANNA : Is it possible to provide this
for development of education in Bihar. For instance, 391 in Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan? It is because education is also
primary schools have been selected. Around 6000 Sanskrit a State issue. Can this also be provided by the Government
Schools and Madarasas have been brought under ·Sarva of India?
Shiksha Abhiyan". In addition to this, 79 Charwaha Schools
MR. SPEAKER; Can you provide these facilities?
have also been brought under ·Sarvashiksha Abhlyan".
Besides, the Government have worked towards fulfilling SHAI AAJUN SINGH : One of the steps being taken
the requirements of Bihar in this regard. That is why, the to maintain students in the schools and also to support
enrolment rate is increasing fast and dropout rate is the campaign is by providing such facilities in all the
decreasing in Bihar. We fully hope that the dropout rate schools.
will further decrease and the enrolment rate will Increase
{Translation]
there within a year.

SHRI CHHEWANG THUPSTAN : Mr. Speaker, Sir,

[E"glish]
the target fixed under Sarva Shiks~a Abhiyan. universal
MR. SPEAKER : Mr. Viood Khanna. I can allow you retention by the year 2010. alongwith the target...

If you go to your seat. You have to go to your Mat. (Interruptions)

13 Oral Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 14

(EngJiMtJ educate those who are not in poeitton to attend regular

classes?
MR. SPEAKER : I will come to you.
(English)
(Interruptions)
MR. SPEAKER : Is there any monitoring or supervi-
[Tran.'atlon] sion? He comes from Ladakh.

SHRI PRABHUNATH SINGH : this side .is being SHRI ARJUN SINGH ; Sir, what the han. Member
neglected completely ... (Interruptions) has said is a practical issue. This Is part of our concern.
We are trying to see that those boys and girls who are
SHRI CHHEWANG THUPSTAN : At least let me speak
outside this scheme are also brought into this process of
then only you talk.
leamlng.

{English]
MR. SPEAKER ; Hon. members, 42 hon. Members

MR. SPEAKER : Nothing will be recorded. Only your have wanted to put supplementaries. I have allowed eight

statement will be recorded. hon. Members from all sections of the House. I shall allow
an Half·an·Hour discussion. Please take steps.
(Intsrruptionsr
Now, Question No. 262.

(Interruptions)
MR. SPEAKER : You please speak.
MR. SPEAK.ER : You give a notice. Please co-operate.
SHRI CHHEWANG THUPSTAN : Alongwith that under Shrlmati Klran Maheshwari, I have been allowing you very
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan the target to educate every child often. This is not a question of individual person. I wish
of the country up to Class VIII till the year 2010 has been yo,:, sit here and decide which one of the 42 Members you
fixed which seems Impossible to be achieved now. As the call.
drop out has been mentioned and the figure of 42 per cent
[Translation]
as quoted by hon; Minister has many reason. We talked
of shepherds of the hilly areas. I found that In my Fund. for EducatIon In Tribal
constituency a campaign '. was launched' to educate Sub-Plan Area.
everybody ... {lnts"uptions)
+
MR. SPEAKER: You please ask the question. *262. SHRI SHIVRAJ SINGH CHOUHAN
SHRI HEMLAL MURMU :
SHRI CHHEWANG THUPSTAN : The question Is that
children are unable to attend regular ~las88s because Will the Minister of TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to
cattle breeding is the only means of their livelihood. state:
Flexible schooling facilities as mentioned In Sarva Shiksha
Abhlyan are not being provided properly as there is a (a) the projects being lauched at present in the tribal

need to appoint teachers. The hon. Minister should tell us sub-plan area for development of education;

what action Is likely to be taken by the Govemment to

(b) the funds allocated to States during the last two
*Not recorded. years and ......fter; State·wl.. and
15 Oral Answel$' MARCH 22. 2005 to Qualions 18

(c) the steps taken to promote education in the tribal

2 3 4 5
sub-plan areas during the said period?

[English]
7. Jammu & Kashmir 6.5 o 196.07

8. Kamataka 75.38 o 400

THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER
OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION 9. Kerala o o o
(SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) and (b) The Ministry of Tribal
Affairs implements various schemes for welfare of trlbels 10. Madhya Pradesh 0 81.62 899.04
including the promotion of education in the tribal sub-plan
11. Maharashtra 165.02 391.92 1042.86
areas. The scheme-wise and State-wise funds released
during the last two years and thereafter are Indicated at 12. Manlpur 820.11 928.93
enclosed statement.
13. Meghalaya 805.98 339.99 926.28
(c) The schemes of this Ministry supplement the
efforts of the Ministry of Human Resource Development, 14. Mlzoram 370.98 369 900.99
which is the nodal Ministry for Education, and also the
15. Nagaland 697.19 1028.61 507
State Governments for the promotion of education In Tribal
areas. 16. Orissa o o o
Stllteme"t 17. Rajasthan 131.95 484 1792.57

Grants-in-Aid Released to Various Stat"slUTs 18. Sikkim o 12.69 15.01

under the Scheme of Post Mlltric
Scholarships for ST Students 19. Tamil Nadu o o 49.05

(Ra .. In lakhs) 20. Tripura o 161.09 121.35

21. Uttar Pradesh o o 107.62

SI. Name of 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05
No. StateJUT Amount Amount Amount 22. West Bengal fJ 94.57 845.31

1 2 3 4 5 23. Andaman and 1.59 0.89 2.74

Nicobar Islands
1. Andhra Pradesh 774.88 2435.7 1084.23
24. Daman and Diu 1.05 o o
2. Arunachal o 65.19 o
Pradesh 25. Ultaranchal o o 137.5

3. Asaam 1275.94 o o 26. Chhattisgarh 32.07 o 108.45

4. Bihar o o o 21. Jharkhand o o o

5. Gujarat o 185.27 119 28. Goa o o 12.09

.
e. Himachal Pradesh 0 o 9.17 5158.84 6579.47 9263.33
17 Oral AnswelS CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) to OuestJons 18

Re/sases of Funds under Article 275(1) of the 4

2 3 5
Constitution for Establishment of Eklavaya
Model Residential Schools for STs. 12. Orissa 200.00 260.00 830.21

(As. In lakhs) 13. Rajasthan 0.00 70.00 0.00

51. State 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 14. Sikkim 0.00 0.00 0.00
No. Amount Amount Amount
Released Released Released 15. Tamil Nadu 0.00 40.00 0.00

2 3 4 5 16. Tripura 300.00 0.00 0.00

17. Uttar Pradesh 0.00 0.00 0.00

1. Andhra Pradesh 120.00 250.0 280.00

18. West Bengal 150.00 370.00 455.00

2. Assam 0.00 0.00 0.00

3. Bihar 0.00 0.00 0.00 19. Arunachal 0.00 0.00 0.00

Pradesh
4. GUjarat 0.00 30.00 40.00
20. MeghaJaya 0.00 0.00 0.00
5. Himachal Pradesh 0.00 0.00 0.00
21. Mizoram 0.00 0.00 160.00
6. Jammu & Kashmir 0.00 50.00 50.00
22. Nagaland 0.00 0.00 0.00
7. Karnataka 0.00 97.00 0.00

23. Jharichand 600.00 0.00 0.00

a. Kerala 220.00 40.00 0.00

24. Chhattisgarh 285.00 50.00 0.00

9. Madhya Pradesh 0.00 285.58 34.79

25. Uttaranchal 0.00 1542 50.00

10. Maharashtra 0.00 0.00 0.00

11. Manlpur 125.00 0.00 0.00 Total 2000.00 1542.6 2200.00

The Grant in Aid Released under the Scheme of Educational Complexes

and for Hostels and Residential· Schools

(RI. In lakh&)

51. Name of the State Project Amount released

No. 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 (upto
17.3.2005)
I

2 3 4 5 6
, ..

1. Andhra Pradesh Hostel. 1.12

19 Oral Answers MARCH 22. 2005 to Questions 20

2 3 4 5 6

Residential School 31.18 31.18 119.65

Educational Complex 32.56 10.88 339.51

2. Arunachal Pradesh Hostels 7.08

Residential School 16.55 57.54

Educational Complex

3. Assam Hostels 14.17 14.17 2.46

Residential School 20.79 20.79 13.82

Educational Complex

4. Chhattisgarh Hostels 7.78

Residential School 31.18 20.79 3.48

Educational Complex 11.73

5. Gujarat Hostels 14.16 14.16 3.87

Residential School 20.79 20.79 32.28

Educational Complex 48.60 43.20 33.93

6. Himachal Pradesh Hostels 7.78 4.45 3.33

Residential School 20.79 20.79 21.98

Educational Complex

7. Jammu and Kashmir Hostels

Residential School 33.50 7.39 10.78

Educational Complex

8. Jharkhand Hostels 11.52 6.60 3.83

Residential School 4.61 5.99 19.66

Educational Complex

9. Kamataka Hostel. 3.78

Residential School 51.97 51.. 97 67.95

• ,.., J I
Educ:atiOf'lal Complex
21 Oral Answers CHAITRA 01, 1e,27 (Saka) to Questions 22

2 3 4 5 6

10. Kerala Hostels 9.74 5.50 25.92

Residential School 1~.84 B.89 9.22

Educational Complex

11. Mahar.shtra Hostels 1.21 3.78

Residential School

Educational Complex

12. Manipur Hostels 30.00 7.72

Residentiaf School 20.79 67.94

Educational Complex

13. Madhya Pradesh Educational Complex 19.38 11.67 49.94

Residential School 25.59

14. Maharashtra Educational Complex 5.94

15. Meghalaya Residential School 30.25 15.20

16. Mizoram Residential School 22.46 15.87 26.11

17. Nagaland Hostels 5.44

18. Deihl Hostels 5.44 6.44

Educational Complex 4.99

19. Orissa Hostels 15.00 7.39 10.53

Residential School 10.39 43.50

Educational Complex 106.30 86.40 56.14

20. Rajasthan Residential School 1.57 5.20 4.45

Educational ~Iex 10.29 10.06

21. Slkklm Residential School 22.82

23 Oral AnsW61S MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 24

2 3 4 5 6

22. Tamil Nadu Hostels 4.41 7.52

Residential School 10.39 9.58

23. Uttar Pradesh Residential School 1.57 5.20

Educational Complex 25.80

24. Unaranchal Residential School 10.60 19.49

25. West Bengal Hostels 106.20 70.80 64.51

Educational Complex 14.74

Residential School 18.16 59.93 29.42

Grant-in-Aid Re/easttd to Various StatesIUTs under 2 3 4 5

the Scheme of Hostels for ST Girls and Boys.
10. Meghalaya 27.5 0 0
(Rs. in lakhs)
11. Orissa 0 41.46 0
51. Name of 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05
No. 5tateIUT Amount Amount Amount 12. Rajasthan 0 0 0
Released Released Released
13. Tamil Nadu 0 0 0
1 2 3 4 5
14. Tripura 0 50 0
1. Andhra Pradesh 332.5 277 0
15. Uttar Pradesh 0 0 0
2. Assam 0 0 0
16. West Bengal 5.00 47.76 0
3. GuJarat 0 0 67.60
17. Jammu and Kashmir 0 0 0
4. Himachal Pradesh 0 0 0
18. Kamataka 0 150 120.00
5. Da~ am Diu 0 0 0
19. Maharashtra 0 0 0
6. Dadra and Nagar 0 0 0
Haveli
20. Blharo 0 0

7. Kerala 0 0 0 21. Nag81and 65 150 1'51.00

8. Madhya Pradesh 862 0 300.00 22.JNUfIlT Delhi 0 230.62 234.88

9. Manlpur .0 49.84 0 23. Jharkhand 0 817.86 0

25 Oral AnswelS CHAfTRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 26

1 2 3 4 5 2 3 .. 5

24. Arunachal Pradesh 58 0 20.50 15. Kamataka 130 0 n.S1

25. Punjab University 65.12 16. Maharashtra a 0 0

Chandlgarh
17. Chhattisgarh 0 0 0

Total 1350.00 181 •. 54 959.10

18. Uttranchal 0 217 0

Grant-in-Aid Released to Various States Under

Total 950 647 377.51
the Scheme of Ashram .Schoo/s
in TSP All!Jas
Grant-in-Aid RelBasBd Under the Scheme of
Upgradation of Merit of ST Students
(As. in lakhs)

(Rs. in lakhs)
SI. Name of 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05
No. State/UT Amt. Amt. AmI. SI. Name of 2002-03 2003·04 2004·05
No. StatelUT Amount Amount Amount
\2 3 4 5
I Released Released Released

1. Andhra Pradesh 0 380 0 2 3 4 5

2. Assam 0 0 0
1. Andhra Pradesh 12.6 0 0

3. Gujarat 0 0 0
2. Assam 0 0 9.00

4. Himachal Pradesh 0 0 0 3. 0 0
Himachal Pradesh 0

5. Daman and Diu 0 0 0 4. Kerata 0 0 0

6. Kerala 0 0 0 5. Orissa 10.2 40.8 0

7. Madhya Prade8h 820 0 300.00 6. Rajasthan 4.45 7.73 0

8. Manipur 0 0 0 7. Tripura 2.4 2.4 2.40

9. Orissa 0 0 0 8 West Bengal 6.3 0 7.83

10 .. Rajasthan 0 0 0 9 Sikkim 0.75 1.5 2.25

11. Tamil Nadu 0 0 0 10. Madhya Pradesh 25.8 0 0

12. Trlpura 0 50 0 11. Jammu and Kashmir 2.1 0 0 "

13. Uttar Pradesh 0 0 0 12. Arunachal Pradesh 6.45 0 0

27 Oral Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 28

that a sum of Rs. 3 crores has been provided for Ashram

2 3 4 5
schools and only Rs. 39 lakh has been allocated for
13. Chhattlsgarh 21 21 17.55 promotion of talent. I want to ask han. Minister through you
that is it not a pittance seeing the needs of education?
14. Gujarat 3.45 o Is it not a mockery? Is there no need of funds for education
there or the Government is not serious in this regard? The
Total 92.05 76.88 39.03
Government has not released the funds to many States.
What is the reason behind it? Let the Minister reply.
(Translation]
(English)
SHRI SHIVRAJ SINGH CHOUHAN Hon'ble Mr.
Speaker, Sir, ... (Interruptlons) SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH : I agree with the han. Member
that so far as the literacy rate is concerned, the tribal
(English]
literacy rate is low. We have also to take note of the fact

MR. SPEAKER : Nothing else will be recorded. that so far as general female tribes are concerned, in
1991, it was 18.19 per cent, and in 2001, it was 34.76
(Interruptions)" per cent. That is a quantum jump. Even then, I agree with
him that there is a need to take more vigorous steps to
[Ti"ansfation]
increase it. Apart from that, we have quite a number of
schemes.
SHRI SHIVRAJ SINGH CHOUHAN : A big part of our
population reside in tribal areas, which is economically
So far as the Ashram Schools are concerned, let us
and educationally very backward. The literacy percentage
be very clear about the literacy rate. We are all for it. But
among common people Is 66 per cent but it is only 46
this is on a 50:50 basis. There are some States, which are
per cent among tribals and for their women it is 34 per
availing this opportunity, but other States do not. This is
cent. So more emphasis should be given to promote
one part.
education there. I was going through the answer given by
the han. Minister. Han. Mr. Speaker, Sir, more efforts are The second part is very important. There are States,
required for promoting education in tribal areas, but the which are entitled on the basis of population. We are
amount allocated under various schemes and as men- having a percentage. We go by the tribal population of the
tioned in the answer is very meagre.
State In relation to the total tribal population of the entire
country, Then only the percentage is dtawn out. Even then,
{English]
there are States. which are not having the committed
MR. SPEAKER : SpecifIC question please. liabilHy. Unless they reach a level, we cannot release
funds.
(Translation]
(Translation]
SHRI SH1VRAJ SINGH CHOUHAN : To set up
Eklav8ya residential schools for scheduled tribes, Rs. 22 SHRI PRABHUNATH SINGH: Mr. Speaker. Sir, you are
crom have been allocated for 25 States. But no funds not allowing me to ask ,question that why I am going out.
have been allocated to most of the states. Similarly,
~. 9 croree have been aRotted for hostels. I am asking [English)

-Not recorded. MR. SPEAKER: I hope. you will be ,here at 12 O·Clock.

29 Orsl Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 30

(Translation] of time, 80 far as the hostel schemes are concerned, I

would say that these are again the Centrally-sponsored
SHRI SHIVRAJ SINGH CHOUHAN : Hon'ble Mr.
schemes, which are on the basis of 50:50. It is true,
Speaker, Sir, in the statement for tribal demands it has
I remember, I have stated that from the next year, that
been revealed that most of Ashram schools lack in facUlties
is, from April 1, 2005, it has been transferred to States
and maintenance is unsatisfactory. The food served there
and the State Governments would take care of this
is inconsumable even for animals. There is no proper
matter.
lodging and boarding facilities. There Is no provision of
electricity in Ashram Schools. Students are living there in SHRI DUSHYANT SINGH : Mr. Speaker, Sir, I would
worst conditions. I would like to know through you the steps like to ask the hon. Minister what is the financial assistance
by the Government to improve the condition of Ashram being provided by the Centre for tribal education
Schools. programmes, especially for tribes such as sahariya,
gharsia, and khotri, in Rajasthan and what are the Central
[English]
funds they are going to send to the State of Rajasthan
to help us assist these areas.
SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH : Here, Mr. Speaker, Sir, let me
submit that these Ashram Schools are based on the 50:50
SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH : In the reply I have given,
basis. Now, it is also the duty of the State Governments
everything Is written in the Annexure. If there is any less
to take care of. From our side, any time, we are ready to
fund allocation, two factors are to be taken into
extend assistance.
consideration. The first factor is that we go by the
population basis, the population of the State In relation to
MR. SPEAKER : Shri Hemlal Murmu - not present.
the population of its tribal community. We go by that
Shri Madhusudan Mistry. percentage. So, there is no question of discrimination.

(Translation] Secondly, If any State Is having a committed liability,

there is a problem when they reach a level where we
SHRI MADHUSUDAN MISTRY : Mr. Speaker, Sir, the cannot accept any proposal.
allocation for tribal area sub-plan has been enhanced
considerably this year. I appreciate that two schemes {Translation]
namely. Establishment of Ashram Schools and the
Schemes for hostels for ST girls and boy-swere launched SHRI RAMDAS ATHAWALE : Mr. Speaker, Sir, the work

in the education fiald but no allocation has been made to educate the boys and girls of Adivasi community is being

for the purpose of this year. done very well. I want to ay that prices are rising but the
scholarship is not enhanced. The inflation Index should be
{English] linked to scholarship and It should be Increased
accordingly. I want to know the action being taken by
I just wanted to ,find out from the hon. Minister whether
the Government in this regard and would also like to
they, are of the, opinion that both these schernesa~e not
know the number of residential schools for ST boys and
doing well. Why have they, discontinued, the ,Central
, grant
" .' ,girls? ,f
to the States? Wh~ have th~e ~hemes which,are quite
effective in, tbe tribal areas not been aUocated funds this
, • (0 [EnfJlish}
ye~lf1.
MR.· "S1'E~kER You may answer· only 1he 'first
SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH : Mr. Speaker, Sir, at this point part.
31 Oral Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 32

SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH : As far as post-mat ric scholarship sohools are going to be centres of excellence anqstudents
is concerned, we have afready given about As. 92.62 crore. coming from these schools can compete for liT, 11M and
Now, it is true that under this scheme, post-matric so on and so forth.
scholarship is provided to tribal students who are 'Pursuing
recognised post-metric studies in recognised institutions. MR. SPEAKER : Very good.

Under the scheme, full fees are disbursed to Scheduled

SHRI BIKRAM KESHARI DEO : How many schools
Tribe students as maintenance allowance also.
have been earmarked for Orissa?

SHRI BIKRAM KESHARI DEO : Thank you, Sir.

MR. SPEAKER: You have not got the priority No.1

In the Tribal Sub-Plan areas, it has been assessed that in the Question. Therefore, you would not have two

the drop out rate among the tri.bal children are more in Supplementaries.

schools other than the residential schools. So, would the

SHRI BIR SINGH MAHATO : Mr. Speaker, Sir, due
Government give sufficient funds from the Ministry of Tribal
to resource constraints, the State Governments are not
Affairs, under article 275(i) of the Constitution for
able to release their share for Scheduled Ca5te and
construction of ashram buildings and residential buildings
Scheduled Tribe hostels. I would like to know from the hon,
and attach 1hem to primary schools, middle schools and
Minister whether MPLADs or MLA LADs funds could be
high schools in the State of Orissa, as it as done earlier,
utilised for meeting the share of the States for building of
to encourage tribal education.
Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe hostels In the
My second question is this . ... (lnterruptions) Staies.

MR. SPEAKER: No second question please. SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH : Mr. Speaker, I would like to take
the indulgence of the House again for Informing the House
SHRI BIKRAM KESHARI DEO : In various tribal - and I appreciate - that a number of MPs are contributing
areas. there are various languages like Olchiki, Santhali 50 per cent of their MPLADs funds towards construction
and Kui. It varies from region to region. So, I would of schools buildings for Scheduled Castes.
like to know whether the Government would IntrOduce
these local languages and make them a part of the SHAI BASU DEB ACHARIA : I am the first one to do
curriculum in these primary schools, middle schools and that.
high schoo1s.
MR. SPEAKER : You can continue to do so.
MR. SPEAKER Is your Ministry fixing the
[Translation]
syllabus?

SHRI TUKARAM GANPAT RAO RENGE PATIL :

SHRI P.A. KYNDIAH : in any case, I would be asking
Mr. Speaker, Sir, schools for scheduled castes and
the Ministry of Human Resource Development, which is
the nodal Ministry, to look into it.
schedul~d tribes in Maharashtra are being run. I would like
to sUbmit that the resldentlal schools there have nOt been
I would like to take the indulgence of the House WiIh prOvIded any grarit by the Central Govemment for the la~
your permission to say that there is a very strong feeling tWo years.' As a result, all these schools ere on the verge
among the tribal students all around to excel in education. ofcfosure. I woul'd like to ask the hon"le Minister as to
Thatj$.why•. under article 275(1)91 the. C')J\.sti~ont.we are what steps the Government propose to taken in· this
"-
setting up one hundred model residential schools. These regard?
33 Oral Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 34

{English} (a) whether the productivity of the tea aector across

the major producing nations has been going down year-
SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH : I had earlier mentioned that for
by-year;
those who already have a very high committed liability we
cannot do anything. They must come out of that level and (b) if so, details thereof for the last three years;
then we would certainly give an open mind. In fact, we
would like to help them. (c) whether the yield per hectare of Indian tea has
declined from 19.164 kg per hectare in 2001 to 18,989
[Translation] kg per hectare in 2004;

SHRI RAJARAM PAL : Mr. Speaker, Sir, I would like (d) if so, the main reasons for the same and efforts
to tell the hon'ble Minister, through you that the students being made to improve its productivity;
in the ashram schools have not been granted scholarships
for the last many years. Many cases of irregularities in (e) whether the Government propose to promote
scholarships to scheduled caste/scheduled tribe students production of tea in Uttaranchal; and

on large scale in Uttar Pradesh have come to notice. I

(f) If so, details thereon and amount allocated
would like to tell hon'ble Minister that the students have
therefor?
not been granted scholarships for the last three-four years.
As a result, their education has affected adversely. Will the
THE MINISTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
Government chalk out any scheme in this regard?
(SHRI KAMAL NATH) : (a) Among 32 tea producing
countries in the world, nearly 81% of the world production
{English]
is accounted for by six countries namely India, China, Sri
MR. SPEAKER: It is a very general question. How can Lanka, Kenya, Indonesia and Turkey. Tea being an
he reply? agricultural crop, the annual production and productivity
would also depend upon the climatic conditions. While
SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH : I will reply. there was fluctuation in the productivity on year to year
basis, there was no significant decline In productivity.
MR. SPEAKER : He is very accommodative.

(b) to (f) A Statement Is laid on the Table of the

SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH : Yes. I would like to reply to this.
House.
In this case of Uttar Pradesh, for the information of the
Statement
hon. Member, we have already released Rs.107.62 lakh
this year, the current year, which is 2004-05. We have
(b) Details of productivity of tea during 2001, 2002
already released this amount.
and 2003 in the six major tea producing countries are as
follow$:-
{English]

(Yield in kg of made teB per hectare)

Tea Production

·263. SHRI RAYAPATI SAMBASIVA RAO : Name of the Country 2001 2002 2003
SHRI KIREN RIJIJU :
2 3 4
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
IndIa 1675 1602 1657
pleased to state :
35 Oral Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 36

3 4 lakhs for the planted area of 227.68 hectares under this

project.
China 615 657 636
For enhancing the production of tea iii Uttaranchal, the
Sri Lanka 1568 1652 1611 State Government has identified 9000 hectares for
planting tea over a period of 15 years. The estimated cost
Kenya 2239 2051 2235
for planting tea in the identified area of 9000 hectares is
around Rs. 480 crores. During the 10th Plan period. under
Indonesia 1120 1116 1084
its Tea Plantation Development Scheme, Tea Board's
Turkey 1864 1854 2022 subsidy is available for the area to be planted. Financial
support is also being extended by the Tea Board for setting
(c) The productivity of tea which was 1675 kg per up of self-help groups by the small tea growers. Tea Board
hectare in 2001 came down to 1657 kg per hectare In the has also provided a grant for setting up of a Tea Research
year 2003. Station at Govind Ballav Pant University, Pant Nagar.
Further, in order to rejuvenate the old tea areas In the
(d) One of the main reasons for near stagnation in
State, the Uttaranchal Tea Development Board has set up
the productivity of tea in India is the old age of the tea
a committee.
plantations. Nearly 38% of the existing tea bushes have
crossed the economic threshold age of 50 years and Specific allocation, State-wise, is not made in the
another 9% are in the age group of 40 to 50 years. To Annual Plan of the Tea Board. If the applicants fulfill the
address this problem and raise the national productivity conditions of the scheme, subsidy is granted after
of tea, it is proposed to take up a massive replantation ensuring that planting has been carried out satisfactorily.
programme covering an area of 2.12 lakh hectares over
SHRI RAYAPATI SAMBASIVA RAO : Hon. Speaker, Sir,
the next 15 years. The detailed costing and modalities of
the hon. Minister has replied that it has been proposed
funding such a large programme are under examination
to take up a massive replantation programme. If so, I would
of the Government.
like to know whether any comprehensive package for
(e) Yes, Sir. replantation of the old-tea bushes has been proposed.
Earlier, the Government had stated that they are going to
(I) Tea Board has set up an office at Almora to announce a package for the tea growers. If it is so, what
provide guidance and financial assistance for various are the main reasons for the delay? What are the main
developmental activities. Government of Uttaranchal has features of this package? By wh~t time is it likely to be
also established a Tea Development Board for the announced?
development of tea industry in the State.
MA. SPEAKER : You answer the first one.
As a prelude to large scale cultivation of tea in
various parts of the State, on the advice of Tea Board, the SHRI KAMAL NATH : Sir, I had stated that, because
State Government has set up two nucleus plantations one of the problems that we are having in the tea gardens,
each at Kallssni in Bageswar District and a1' Nautl in production is declining. Exports have also declined with
Chamoli District under the Uttaranchal Tea Development the entry of Sri Lanka and Kenya. Our share in
Project of 1994. The physical target set for the nucleus world exports has come down in the last decade. Today,
plantations was 200 hectares per district (total 400 our global share is only 12.3 per ~ent. This is a fact of
hectares). Tea Board has extended a subsidy of RI. 75.09 life.
37 Oral Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 38

There are two basic problems. One is the high cost Sir, when the Russian Delegation, lead by President
of production in relation to other countries. Kenya, Sri Putin was here, this matter was taken up by me personally
Lanka and Indonesia - all these countries have a much both for tea and tobacco. Previously, there was State
lesser cost of production. The other problem is the age of buying - the Government used to buy. But. with the new
the bushes. Thirty eight per cent of our bushes have aged. system in Russia. it is the private companies. which are
We are having a rejuvenation and replantation programme. buying now.
For this. I had a conference 'of stakeholders, in which all
the stakeholders - whether they were pro~ucers, trade A medium-term strategy has been worked out with our

unions, workmen's representatives - took part. Also, two consultants. Various steps for production of quality tea.
month's ago. I had a meeting with all the MPs from the especially of the orthodox type of tea which has export
tea-producing areas. Based on these inputs, we have market - participation in exhibitions, fairs. launching of
designed a package. At the heart of this package is media campaigns grant of transport subsidy, etc. - to
replantation and rejuvenation. This involves a large amount increase consumer awareness. So, really the steps are
close into Rs. 5,000 crore going into it in the next 15 years. being taken for this ... (/nterruptions). So, various steps have
This is now in process within the Government. We are been taken and they are on-going measures.
trying our best in regard to both in terms of rejuvenation
and replantation and cost reduction. I have had a meeting The main reason for the decline or stagnation in the

with the Chief Ministers also to see how we could address productivity of the tea is the old age of the tea plantations.

this issue. I am very happy to hear that the Government is proposing

to launch a massive plantation programme covering 2.1
MR. SPEAKER: In future, no han. Member should walk lakh hectares over the next 15 years. I would like to know
between the Chair and the Member speaking. from the hon. Minister as to what is his plan to do away
with all those age-old tea plantation areas. which are
SHRI RAYAPATI SAMBASIVA RAO : Sir, keeping in
going to be kind of neglected areas. So, what is his
view the decline in tea exports, I would like to know
plan to do with those areas? A lot of small-time ta growers
as to whether the Government proposes to take any
are more inclined towards growing tea. What Is the
measures to increase the exports and to compete with
special finanolal package, especially with regard to the
China. Sri Lanka etc. I would like to know whether the
North-Eastern Region that the Government is planning to
Government is proposing a subsidy on tea exports or
offer?
proposing more funds for promotion of Indian tea
abroad. Was the question of exporting tea from India
SHRI KAMAL NATH : As I said. in those areas where
discussed during the visit of the Russian Delegation to
the bushes have aged. we are looking at re-plantation
India? If so, what are the details of the same and to what
and rejuvenation package. There are various schemes.
extent has India impressed upon Russia to buy the same
There is the Plantation Development Scheme, the Market
hundred million kilogram from India, as they were buying
Promotion Scheme, the Quality Upgradation and Product
earlier?
Diversification Scheme, the Research and Development

SHRI KAMAL NATH : Sir, there are both medium-term Scheme and Human Resources Development Scheme.

and long-term strategies for seeing as to how we can Each one has had an Increased outlay in the current plan
stimulate the export of tea. It Is true that Russia was a major period. If there is a specific directed programme which the
buyer of tea. But, the exports went down after the division han. Member would like to say, he can write to me and
of the Soviet Union. I will be happy to respond.
39 Orsl Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 40

MD. SALIM : Sir, bOth you and me come from a tea- package also and which addresses the short-term needs
growing State. I think, you will appreciate that. which can be started in a year or so.

The hon. Minister himself has accepted that the SHRI P.C. THOMAS : One of the reasons for
stagnation in the productivity of tea is due to over-age productivity to go down is the very low price which the
of the tea bushes. It is typical of Indian circumstances that farmer gets. So, that is also one area where the stress
we have extracted them for 50 years, but they have not should go and the Govemment should take immediate

been replenished or replaced. Now, the hon. Minister steps to see that the price of tea, which the farmers get,

himself has given the prescription that the Govemment is is increased. For this, will you think of giving, say, export

planning to have a 1S-year long-term programme to subsidy so that export would grow and the farmer will be
benefited and also to give some other subsidy so that the
rejuvenate and a replantation programme for 2.15
price is stabilized? There is a price stabilization scheme
hectares. In the Budget proposals also, there is no money
which is not very much now in use ... {lnterruptions)
kept for this massive 1S-year programme. What is your
annual programme? You please forget about 15 years. You MR. SPEAKER : Please put the question. We are only
say for coming five years, how are you going to reach this on the third question.
massive replantation and rejuvenation programme and
also in this year, that is, 2005-06 and what will be the next (Interruptions)

year's programme?
SHRI P.C. THOMAS : Will the hon. Minister do
SHRI KAMAL NATH : I had said on the floor of the something to see that the price is increased?
House, in response to a Calling Attention Motion, that we
MR. SPEAKER: Long supplementaries and numerous
were working on a special package. We found that this
supplementaries.
package or the earlier packages had not worked. There
was a special package earlier which gave some facilities (Interruptions)
to get over the bank loans. But we found that they helped
the banks more than what did they help the tea. gardens. SHRI KAMAL NATH : One. of the problems we face

So, as I said, we held the Stakeholders' Conference to is the increasing tea production which is taking place in
Sri Lanka and Kenya against a dominant share of exports
make sure that what we are embarking upon is the right
which we have had earlier, because of tea now being
thing. I held the meeting with .the hon. MPs. As I said earlier,
exported by other countries is at a lower cost as the
I had invited all the MPs. We have put this together and
international price.
we are In discussion with the Planning Commission. At the
moment. our Budget for the Tenth Plan is Rs. 98.96 crore As far as the question of subsidy is concerned. we
and for the current year It is Rs.14 crore. But in this year's have to see that this is WTO compatible. I think, subsidy
Budget, as the hon. Member knows, the Auxiliary Excise for tea in the long-term is not the answer. In the long-term,
Duty (AED) has ~n done away with. But there are funds the answer is how we reduce our own cost. I had a
available of about Rs. 80 or Rs. 90 crore roughly which discussion with the Chief Minister, West Bengal on this
we shall be ploughing back immediately to ensure that question as to what is the answer to reduce our cost.
some benefit can be given. This scheme Is now, as I said because we got the Plantations Labour Act; we got certain
earlier, with the Planning Commission and with the other things which were done 20 or 30 years ago. Then,
Ministries. As soon as we take the inputs from everybody, clrcumstanceswere different. But I am happy to say that
I propose working on a package which Is a long-term this year the price of tea is higher than what it was last
41 Ora/ Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 42

year. It is 15 to 20 per cent higher. The farmers are able plantation during the next two years to achieve this target?
to get: the tea growers are able to get as compared to last I would also like to know whether any technical or financial
year. assistance will be provided to establish factories at other
places for processing as in Kauaani?
MR. SPEAKER : Shri Vijoy Krishna.
SHRI KAMAL NATH : The State Goyernment has
No preface. Just put a question. decided to give utmost priority to the production of orthodox
premium quality tea. Two nucleus plantations exist for that.
[Trans/ation]
The target fixed for these two plantations included 200

SHRI VIJOY KRISHNA : Mr. Speaker, Sir, the hon'ble hectare which has was fixed earlier and it has been

Minister has admitted that both the tea production and its achieved. The plantation has been completed in nearly 208
heclare. Out of another target of 200 hectare at Nauti,
export have gone down. He has also made a reference
plantation has been completed in 11 0 hect~re. A target of
of plantation programme for this. Whether there is any
nine thousand hectare has been fixed for next year. I hope
specific programme for this in Bihar particularly the
that this target will be achieved with the help of assistance
Kishanganj region of Poorniya Subdivision (Pramandal)
being given, the committee formed and the steps taken by
which is conducive to tea production and whether the
the State Government.
Govemment have any scheme to open a tea research
centre there? [English)

[Eng/ish] MR. SPEAKER : Shrl Aaorn Rashid.

MR. SPEAKER : How can an area-specific question Please be brief and to the point. No preface.
is possible?
SHRI J.M. AARON RASHID : In my constituency at
[Trans/ation1 Kodaikkanal, we have about 150-200 kilometres long tea
plantations in which many plantations have been closed
SHRI KAMAL NATH : As far as Bihar is concerned,
due to labour problems as well as high production cost.
there is no specific scheme for the State as there is not
Will the Government give any subsidy for the revival of
much production of tea in Bihar. But whatever scheme is
those plantations?
chalked out, will also be implemented in Bihar. The
Scheme will be implemented in North India, South India MR. SPEAKER: It is the same question. It has already
and the other tea-growing areas of the country. Kishanganj been answered.
and other tea growing districts in Bihar will also be
benefited by this. Shri Basu Deb Acharia - Last supplementary.

SHRI BACHI SINGH RAWAT 'BACHDA' : Mr. Speaker, SHRI BASU DEB ACHARIA : I must thank the Minister
for opening Tea Auction Centre at Jalpaiguri. He has kept
Sir, there was a factory production of 22500 kg. of tea last
year with the brand name of Uttaranchal. The target for his word which he assured on the floor of the House.

tea plantation in tenth five year plan was of nine thousand

Sir, Tea Board plays a very important role in regard
hectare. Whereas in the reply, it has been stated that the
to expansion· of tea plantation areas and also in increasing
total tea plantation sc far has been undertaken in 400
the production of tea . ... (Interruptions)
hectare only. I would like to know from Mr. Minister whether
any specific drive will be lauched for Increasing the MR. SPEAKER : Not much time left.
43 Oral Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to QUBtltions 44

SHRI BASU DEB ACHARIA : But, during the last SHRI KAMAL NATH : Sir, for this to be properly
several years, Tea Board has been weakened. There are packaged, It does take time.
a large number of vacancies. Sir, may I know from the
SHRI ANWAR HUSSAIN : How much time?
Minister that in order to strengthen Tea Board - because
it will have its role in regard to implementation of the
MR. SPEAKER : He cannot say that. I will allow you
packages also, special package for tea - whether the
one more question next time.
vacanCies, which are there, will be filled up to strengthen
Tea Board? Minimum Support Price for Tobacco

SHRI KAMAL NATH : Sir, undoubtedly hon. Member *264. SHRI M. SREENIVASULU REDDY : Will the
says the correct thing that the Tea Board has a very vital Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to
role to play and the Tea Board has been playing an Incisive state:
role In all facets of tea. Even In this package, the Tea Board
(a) whether minimum support price for tobacco is
is going to playa role. In fact, this whole package is being
fixed on the recommendations of the Commission for
prepared by the Tea Board.
Agricultural Costs Price after consulting Tobacco Board
MR. SPEAKER: He is asking about the vacancies. and tobacco growers;

SHRI KAMAL NATH : Setting up a new department for (b) if so, details of the criteria followed in' this
small growers in the Tea Board is also consideration. The regard;
hon. Member mentions about the vacancies. These
(c) whether Commission has recommended en-
vacancies, in a proper system, will be filled up very early.
hancement of Rs. 300 per quintal for 2004-05 but the
Just as I did not disappoint him in Jalpalguri auction centre,
Government has enhanced only Rs. 100 per quintal;
I would not disappoint him now.
and
SHRI BASU DEB ACHARIA : Thank you.
(d) if so, the reasons thereof?
SHRI ANWAR HUSSAIN: Sir, the hon. Minister, in the
THE MINISTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
last Session, made a very categorical commitment to the
(SHRI KAMAL NATH) : (a) and (b) Minimum Support Prices
effect that with a view to restoring the tea industry which
(MSP) for F2 grade and l2 grade of Flue Cured Virginia
is remaining under the grip of acute a seriousness, a
(FCV) tobacco are fixed on the basis of the recommen-
special package would be given. I want to know from the
dations of the Commission on Agricultural Costs and
hon. Minister whether any provision of a package has been
Prices (CACP). estimated authorized production, and
made and if not when will it be made.
market conditions.
SHRI KAMAL 'NATH : Sir, as I said, this is now under
(c) Yes, Sir.
discussion with other Ministries and the Planning Commis-
sion. It requires many inputs. I have said that I have had (d) A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.
these meetings with the Members of Parliament as well
as meetings with the stakeholders. Stetement

MR. SPEAKER : He Is saying that you gave the same (d) The MSP for FCV tobacco was Increal!l8d by 10
assurance. Is there any time limit? -10.7% in 2003-04. A further Increatae of 9.1°.4 - 9.7% In
45 Oral Answers to Questions CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) Written AnswelS to Questions 46

2004-05 as recommended by CACP was not considered delegation. Auctions in Andhra Pradesh have just started,
appropriate in the absence of adequate justification I think day before yesterday. There is a period no overlap
and especially so when the increase recommended for between the auctions in Kamataka and auctions in Andhra
nearly all other crops by CACP in 2004-05 was less Pradesh - a 15-day overlap and that sometimes turns out
than 3%. to be a placid situation.

The per unil realization to the farmers is well above I did say that the Government would consider
the Minimum Support Price (MSP) despite the fact that the intervention if after this overlap period, in the next coming
aclual crop grown by the farmers is far in excess of the days, the prices went below last year. At the moment. in
authorized crop size fixed by Tobacco Board. The price Karnataka where the auctions are over, the prices have
realization to the farmers would have been still better if gone up. Last year it was Rs. 40.45 and this year it is
they had adhered to the discipline of the authorized criop Rs. 47.67 at the end of Kamataka auction period. I believe
size fixed by the Tobacco Board. in Andhra Pradesh it will remain so.

SHRI M. SREENIVASULU REDDY : Sir, recently, on SHRI M. SREENIVASULU REDDY: Sir, I want to know
15th March, a big delegation of tobacco farmers from whether there will be any exports to Russia or not.
my parliamentary constituency in Andhra Pradesh had
SHRI KAMAL NATH : While there is anxiousness, it
come to Delhi, travelling a distance of about 2,000
started day before yesterday and In the next coming days
kilometres and met the hon. Prime Minister, the hon.
we will monitor it.
Chairperson of UPA and the hon. Minister of Commerce.
They all have assured that the tobacco farmers will be SHRI M. SREENIVASULU REDDY: Sir, i want to know
treated very well on par with the other farmers in Andhra whether the minimum guarantee price will be given to
Pradesh. The only representation that they have made to tobacco or not. ... (lnterruptions)
the senior leaders is getting remunerative price for the
tobacco crop. MR. SPEAKER : Han. Members, we have only one
hour for Question Hour.
MR. SPEAKER : What is the question?

SHRI M. SREENIVASULU REDDY : Sir, the senior

leaders have responded very well and I am very much WRITTEN ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS
thankful to them.
[English}
My question is on minimum support price for tobacco.
Spice. rl1lde
In the year 2003-2004, the Commission of Agricultural
Costs and Prices have calculated il on the basis of 10.0 *265. SHRI M.P. VEERENDRA KUMAR : Will the
per cent; but In 2004-2005 they reduced it to 3 per Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to
cent. I would like to ask the hon. Minister, through you, state :
whether he would reconsider this minimum price for
tobacco or not. (a) details of export and Import of spices like
cardamom and pepper in India for the last three years;
MR. SPEAKER : Will you reconsider?
(b) whether the Government has any proposal to
SHRI KAMAL NATH : Sir, there is one fact which must give subsidy to the growers of pepper and cardamom in
be recognised. The hon. Members had met me In a the country;
47 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 48

(c) if so, details thereof; exports subsidy of Rs. 15 crores at the rate of Rs. 101- per
k.g. for the 15,000 metric tonne of pepper to be exported
(d) whether the Govemment has any plan or has
by the procurement agency of the Govemment of Kerala.
taken any steps to mode mise the industry by Introducing
Recently, Government of Kerala has also requested for a
new technology;
WTO compatible subsidy of Rs. 10 crores.
(e) if so. the details thereof; and
(d) and (e) The Government, through the Spices
(f) if not. the reasons therefor? Board, encourages introduction of modem technology in
the process of value addition as well as in meeting
THE MtNlSTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
intemational food safety standards. In this regard, financial
(SHRI KAMAL NATH) : (a) The estimated export and import
assistance is extended to the exporters for adoption of
of cardamom and pepper for the last three years is given
processes like Super Critial Extraction, Steam Sterilization,
below:-
Cryogrinding.
Cardamom
(f) Does not arise.
Quantity In tonnes
Modernizing Leather Industry
Value in Rupees Crores
·266. SHRI L. RAJAGOPAL :
Year Export Import SHRI RAJIV RANJAN SINGH "LALAN" :
Quantity Value Quantity Value
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
pleased to state :
2001-02 1,031 61.68 321 8.26

2002-03 682 47.07 323 8.58 (a) whether the potential for developing the leather
industry in the country has been assessed;
2003-04 690 33.01 60 1.37
(b) if so, details thereof;
Source: Spices Board
(c) whether the Governmertt have identified the
Pepper problems facing the industry;

Quantity in tonnes
(d) if so, details thereof and the plans envisaged for
Value in Rupees Crores solving the same;

Year Export Import (e) whether the Govemment is intending to modem-

ize leather industry to strengthen its position in the global
Quantity Value Quantity Value
market; and

2001-02 22,877 203.69 6,328 56.36 (1) if so, details thereof?

2002-03 21,609 178.88 15,392 123.37 THE MINISTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
(SHRI KAMAL NATH) : (a) and (b) The Working Group on
2003-04 16,700 143.51 14,334 99.23
Leather and Leather Goods Industry set up by the Planning
Commission for the Tenth Five Year Plan assessed that,
Source: Spices Board
with adequate investment~ in both marketing and
(b) and (c) The Government of . India has received a manufacturing, the Indian leather indl4stry had the potential
proposal from the Govemment of Kerala for extending to achieve 10-14% share in the wortd trade.
49 Written AnswelS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 50

(c) Inadequate investment resulting in technology manded financial assistance from the World Bank also for
obsolescence, smaller capacities and poor productivity the development of primary education in the State;
were identified as the main problems facing the Leather
Industry. (d) if so, the details thereof, State-wise;

(d) to (f) In order to catalyze private investment In the (e) whether the Union Govemment has sent this
sector, Government has envisaged the Indian leather proposal to the World Bank;

Development Programme (ILDP), which is aimed at

(f) if so, the details thereof; and
technology up-gradation. modernization and expansion,
setting up of product-specific industrial parks, human (g) If not, the reasons therefor?
resources development, productivity improvement and
market development. THE MINISTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE DE'fELOP-
MENT (SHRI ARJUN SINGH) : (a) and (b) The World Bank
[Translation] (International Development Association - IDA) is currently
funding the District Primary Education Programme (DPEP)
. 'Setting up of PrImary Schools
in six States and is partially funding the national
with World Senk Ass'stence programme of Sarva Shlksha Abhiyan (SSA) in which all
districts in the country are covered so far, except Goa. The
*267. SHAI RAMOAS ATHAWALE :
names of the districts covered under the DPEP are given
SHRI KRISHNA MURARI MOGHE :
in the enclosed statement-I.
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-
The amounts allocated for the DPEP to these six
MENT be pleased to state :
states in the last three years is given in the enclosed
(a) the names of districts In the country partlcularty statement-II and amounts allocated under the SSA to the
in the tribal areas, where primary schools have been set states for the same period is given in the enclosed
up or proposed to be set up at present with help of the statement-III.
World Bank, State-wise;
(c) to (g) Since State Govemments are receiving
(b) the amount allocated for this purpose during financial assistance for elementary education development
under the SSA, there has' been no demand for any
each of last three years, State-wise;
additional World Bank assistance for primary education
(c) whether various State Governments have de- development.

St"""'.nt·'

Name of Districts covered under DPEP

SI. Name of State No. of Districts covered Name of Districts

No. under DPEP

2 3 4

1. Andhra Pradesh 14 Adilabad, Anantapur, Chittoor, Cuddapah, Guntur, Khammam,

Mahabubnagar, medak, Nalgonda. Nizamabad. Prakasam.
RangaReddy. Srlkakulam, Vishakhapatnam.,
51 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to ou.stions 52

2 3 4

2. Bihar 20 Bhagalpur (Banka), Bhojpur (Buxar), Darbhanga, Gaya, Munger

(Jamuti, Lakhisarai, Sheikhpura), Muzaffarpur, Pumea (Araria,
Kishanganj). Rohtas (Kairnur), Sltamarhl (Sheohar), Vaishali,
West Champaran.

3. Jharkhand 9 Chatra, East Singhbhum, Hazaribagh (Kodarma), Ranchi,

Dumka, Jamtara, West Singhbhum, Sarai Kela.

4. Rajasthan 19 Alwar, Bhilwara, Jhalawar, Jhunjhunu, Kota, Nagaur, Sikar,

Sirohi, Sri Ganganagar, Tonk, Churu, Daun, Jaipur, Bharatpur,
Dholpur, Bundi, Karauli. Swaimadhopur, Hanumangarh.

5. Uttaranchal 6 Bageshwar. Champawat. Haridwar, Pithoragarh, Tehri Garhwal,

Uttar Kashi.

6. Uttar Pradesh 36 Barabanki, Rampur, Bahraich, Shravastl, Agra, Ambedkar Nagar,

Azamgarh, Baghpet, Ballia, Bijnor. Buland Shahar, Etah,
Faizabad, Farrukhabad. Fatehpur, Gautam Budh Nagar,
Ghaz.bad. Ghazlpur, Hamirpur, Jalaun, Jaunpur. Jhansi,
Kannauj, Kanpur Dehat, Kushi Nagar, Mahoba, ¥ainpuri,
Mathura, Mau, Meerut,. Mirzapur, Muzaffamagar, Pratapgarh,
Raebareli, Sultanpur, Unnao.

StIItement-II Statement-III

Amounts allocated for the DPEP Outlay approved for SSA

(Rs. In Crore)
(Rupees in lakhs)
SI. Name of State 2001· 2002· 2003·
No. 02 03 04 St Name of State 2001· 2002· 2003·
No. 02 03 04
1. Andhra Pradesh 159.41 222.78 168.44
2 3 4 5
2. Bihar 204.15 132.49 170.98
1. Andhra Pradesh 5375.7 16990.27 39534.17
3. Jharkhand 49.00 61.84 111.92
2. Arunachal Pradesh 356.65 2331.89 4834.64
4. Rjasthan 127.80 215.10 258.34

5. Uttaranchal 28.74 26.41 29.70 3. Assam 7651.88 15040.01 41859.25

6. Uttar Pradesh 537.43 426.60 218.89 4. Bihar 6712.4 23885.31 77188.19

53 Written,Answets CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) 54

2 3 4 5 2 3 4 5

5. Chhattisgam 779.96 6763.67 21830.05 28. Andaman and o 757.23

Nicobar Islands
6. GuJarat 4156.38 12957.58 23492.94
29. Chandigarh o 598.77
7. Haryana 496.46 8138.40 15087.87
30. Dadra and Nagar 0 1193.14
8. Himachal Padesh 1617.59 290e.37 11004.15
Havell

9. Jammu and Kashmir 0 5148.55 16611.68

31. Daman and Diu 0 o
10. Jharkhand 1335.73 9564.91 32808.36
32. Delhi o 15.00 5225.65

11. Karnataka 6508.62 10465.58 33791.55

33. Lakshadweep o 34.69 110.16

12. Kerala 2372.98 8684.05 12742.87

34. Pondicherry 38.3 341.58 730.82

13. Madhya Pradesh 6461.06 16522.03 84428.2

Total 110637.72 308010.35 854754.11
15. Maharashtra 10448.92 36957.33 76526.07
Trade Agreement.
15. Manipur o 938.06 3160.52
·268. SHRIMATI ANURADHA CHaUDHARY :
16. Meghalaya 1871.25 451.00 4028.27
SHRI MUNSHI RAM :

17. Mizoram 1017.79 1602.24 3152.79

Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY. be

18. Nagaland o 1971.17 2951.49 pIeaed to staW :

19. Orissa 7474.59 13407.38 47197.47 (8) whether the Govemment has constituted a cell
for redressat of complaints with regard to trade agree-
20. Punjab 12980.79 9946.34 20145.75 menta;

21. Rajasthan 753.75 17434.48 45031.05 (b) If so. details thereof;

22. Sikkim 146.22 580.91 1233.11 (c) whether the Government has received any
complaints regarding adverae effect of the free trade
23. Tamil N8du 6863.35 18422.49 40493.03
agreements on the domestic industries;
24. Tripura 1047.95 1131.01 5116.85
(d) if so. the steps taken by the said cell to redress
25. Uttar Pradesh 18042.67 38447.74 109513.5 the complaints of the domestic industries;

28. Uttaranchal 2579.74 4783.33 12577.19 (e) whether the above cell has received any
complaints regarding excessive Increase in the import of
'D. Weat Bengal 3546.99 22146.98 59818.63
certain commodities in the country;
55 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questtons 56

(f) it so, details thereof and the steps being taken [English)
by the Governrnent in view of the impact of excessive
Allocation of Funds for UniversIty EducatIon
imports on the domestio industries;

*269. SHRI S.K. KHARVENTHAN : Will the Minister of

(g) whether the domestic industries markets have
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
been reeling under the irnpact of these agreements during
state:
the current year; and

(a) the amount spent for University Education during

(h) if so, facts thereof and the number of complaints
the last five years, University-wise;
redressed so far?

(b) whether the Government is aware that the

THE MINISTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
amount spent on the above programme is not sufficient
(SHRI KAMAL NATH) : (a) and (b) Yes, Sir. The Govern-
to meet the growing demand;
ment has constituted a Grievance Cell In the Ministry
of Commerce to redress various complaints regarding (c) if so, whether the Govemment proposes, to
trade ,agreement.. This Grievance Cell is at present spend more money, during the current year for the
headed by an Additional Secretary to the Government of same;
India.
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) and (d) Yes, Sir. As .soon as complaints are
(e) if not, the reasons therefor?
received, .conlultatlons with all concerned are initiated with
• view to resolving the problems.
THE MINISTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-
MENT (SHRI ARJUN SINGH) : (a) to (e) In so far as the
(e) and (f) Yes, Sir. The Grievance Cell has received
Government of India is concerned, a total of Rs. 4537.89
complaints on surge of Imports of copper from Sri Lanka
crores has been disbursed through the UGC to 202 Central
under India-Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement, The Govt,
Universities, State Universities and Institutes Deemed to
had consultations with the Govt. of Sri Lanka regarding
be Univer.sities during the last 5 years. Apart from this
this and the Government of Sri Lanka has put in place
IGNOU has been directly funded to the tune of Rs.193.80
a floor price mechanism for import of copper into
crOre •. ln addition, the Govemment of India has disbursed
Sri Lanka. It is expected that thi,s would resolve the
a sum of Rs.1756.24 crores to various State Govemments
complainta. The situation is being monitored by the two
for payment of arrears to State University and Col/ege
Governments.
Teachers for the period 1.1.1996 to 31.3.2000.

• (g) and (h) No, Sir. The agreements with the ASEAN,
A Committee of the Central Advisory Board of
Singapore, SAFTA, Mercosur are yet to be made
Education (CABE) has been constituted to look into a/l
operational. The FTAs which are in operation are: India-
aspects of financing of higher and technical education ifI
Sri Lanka FTA operating since March, 2000 (India's export
the country. The further funding cf universities will be in
to and import from Sri Lanka was $1319 million and $195 terms of the findings of the CABE Committee and the
million respectively in the year 2003-04) and the Early availability of resources.
Harvest Programme (EHP) under India-Thailand Frame-
work Agreement which cal!'le into effect from September, A 8tatement showing the grants released to the
2004. Universltlee during the last 5 years 18 enclosed.
57 Written At15W81S CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 58

Stlltement

(Rs. in lakh)

Sl. Name of the State No. of 1999-2000 2000-01 2001·02 2002·03 2003-04
No. Eligible
Universities

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1. Andhra Pradesh 16 8609.23 7955.26 7502.59 8235.53 9253.01

2. Arunachal Pradesh 84.64 130.18 349.04 199.56 19.34

3. Assam 4 4178.48 1849.46 1521.68 3973.17 4588.79

4. Bihar 7 602.56 390.28 1005.1 2010.2 96.42

5. Chhattisgarh 3 238.83 158.59 100.98 234.33 205.19

8. Deihl 10 403.67 4802.03 598.59 27419.07 633.85

7. Haryana 5 310.71 354.32 685.03 422.38 1752.42

8. Gujarat 6 1613.89 4466.39 2087.35 1987.36 2089.44

9. Goa 123.90 86.36 186.18 177.30 56.01

10. Himachal Pradesh 2 142.88 170.15 614.47 203.19 149.70

11. Jammu and Kashmir 3 229.02 268.65 211.47 2336.34 2277.97

12. Jhsr1chand 4 215.84 265.98 344.55 486.72 429.88

13. Kamataka 13 <108.83 937.27 1766.88 305.71 218.51

14. Kerels 7 625.59 678.82 1044.38 787.99 1240.29

15. Manlpur 142.32 95.48 123.25 185.92 228.76

16. Madhya Pradesh 11 1251.8 951.15 1034.22 1110.59 875.47

17. Mahsrashtra 20 2535.24 3131.04 4042.28 3611.7 2571.68

18. M1zoram 0 0 1320.27 2127.98 743.60

19. Meghalaya 4095.19 3840.83 3369.31 4035.21 5683.15

59 Written AnsweIS MARCH 22. 2005 to Queetlons 60

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

20. Nagaland 1755.57 1669.15 1249.02 2010.34 6422.85

21. Orissa 5 802.54 514.32 362.98 822.07 2e8.09

22. Pondhicherry 1710.99 1043.62 1507.35 1683.83 1507.42

23. Punjab 5 756.08 853.37 2017.87 1172.01 1432.42

24. Rajasthan 11 887.73 1134.28 1570.53 1052 1970.47

25. Tamilnadu 22 2791.59 3558.46 4681.05 3784.28 3684.39

26. Tripura 69.05 56.70 37.57 81.26 15.53

27. Uttaranchal 6 1144.43 1363.03 1024.98 903.99 913.69

28. Uttar Pradesh 21 34016.38 33568.29 33512.61 37787.91 40027.85

29. West Bengal 11 5541.31 6258.73 5934.7 6700.73 7264.46

Total 202 73185.38 82551.09 81785.27 117627.65 98619.66

Accessibility of Books for Children THE MINISTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-

MENT (SHRI ARJUN SINGH) : (a) and (b) To produce and
*270. SHRI VIJOY KRtSHNA : encourage the production of good literature and to make
SHRI SUGAIB SINGH : such literature available at moderate Prices to the general
masses. the Govt. has set up the National Book Trust. India
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-
(NBT) under the Ministry of Human Resource Develop·
MENT be pleased to state :
ment. the Sahitya Akadami under the Mlnistlyof Culture .
and the Publication Division under the Ministry of
(a) whether the Union Government has made any
Information and broadcasting.
proviSions for easy accessibility of books for children with
a view to increasing the reading habit;
In NBT. a specialized body viz. the National Cent..
for Children's Literature (NCCL) has been set up. The
(b) if so. the d$talls thereof;
NCCL is the nodal agency to monitor, coordinate. plan and

(c) the number of voluntary organizations and aid the publication of children's literature in various Indian

aeeociatIons of publishers which had received grants in languages. The NCCL has cleveloped a library-cum-

aid from the Government during the year 2003·04 and documentation centre for children's literature. It organizes

2004·05. State-wise; and workshops. seminars and exhibitions with a view to

promote reading habit among children at the school level
(d) the progress recorded under Education Libraries by encouraging the setting up of Readers' Clubs. 25,000
\, . .
Scheme? of which have been set up. The NCCL conducts surveys.
 81 .W"'n AnSWltIS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Seka) to QuestIons 62

takes up research work and publishes a monthly joumal (c) A list of the voluntary organizations and
called Readers' Club Bulletin which publishes original associations of publishers working in the field of book
writings by children and is mailed to various schools. In promotion and who were sanctioned grants under the
order to boost children's literature, the NBT organizes scheme of "Book Promotional Activttiesand Voluntary
. ex!llusive Children's Book Fairs in various parts of the Agencies" during 2003-2004 and 2004-2005 Is enclosed
country from time to time. as statement I and II.

To supplement the efforts of NCCl, the Sahitya (d) A Scheme for 'Quality Improvement In Schools'
Akademi and Publications Division are also engaged in is currently under finalisation in the Ministry. This scheme
publishing books for children in diff....nt languages, at has a component called "Improvement in Educational
moderate· prices. Libraries".

List of Voluntary Organizations which received grants under the Scheme of Book Promotloi'l
Activities and Voluntary Agencies during 2003-2004

<In As.)

Aneth... Pradesh

1. Prof. Kauta Endowment for library and Infonnation Science, Ithanagaram 36,000

2. Sri Sai Society, Medak

3. Gram Seva Sangam, Madnoor 2,81,000

4. Cheitanya Youth Association, Rajamundhary 2,00,0000

5. Venkateswara Rural Development Society, Mehboobnagar 2,20,000

8. Anwesha, Guwahati ..\ ' 1,52.000

81her

7. Badhte Kadam, Patna 1,80,000

8. Harijan Adivasi Mahila Kalyan Samiti, Munger 1,so.OOO

9. Fedetantion of Indian PubHshers, New DeIhl 1,50,0000

10. Indian Regional Journalist Assoctation, DeIhl ~80;OOO

11 . Inltliltl".., Reconstruction and MobIlzetion, NMv DelhI 2,2&,000

 MARCH 22, 2005 trJ OutMtIons 64
63 Writttln Answers

12. Manav Mandir Mission, Delhi 1,25,000

13. Pustak Mela Samiti, Delhi 4,00,000

14. Afro Asian Book CounCil, Delhi 37,500

15. Authors Guild of India, Delhi 1,12,500

16. Pustak Mela Samiti, Delhi 3,00.000

17. Darpan Music Society of Kairana Gharana, Delhi 2,00,000

18. Sur Nirman Educational and Clutural Society, Delhi 2,40,000

19. Initiative Reconstruction and Moblization, New Delhi 2,00,000

Gujarat

20. Vikash Samarathan Kendra, Anand 2,25,000

21. Shri Bajrang Kelwani Mandai, Narmada 2,00,000

Jharkhand

22. Marksman Welfare Society, Hazartbagh . I:. 1,60,000

Kamataka

23. Alshwarya Rural Women and Children Welfare Association, Bangalore 1,20,000

24. B.S. Education Society, Bangalore 1,00,000

25. Shri Chaltra Education Society, Bannur 1,80,000

26. Rayala Seva Samiti, Gulberga 1,91,000

27. Centre for Urban and Rural Development, Bangalore 2,62,500

28. Bhagyajyoti Education Trust, Bagepalli 2,50,000

29. N.B. Utban and Rural Service Development Society, Bagpalli 2.40,000.

Kerala

30. Darshan Cultural Society, Kottayam 3,00,000

31. AntharaahtTa Pustakoutsvan, Kochi 3,00,000

Maharuhtra

32. Bhaurao Patll Shlkahan Prasarak MandaI, Nanded 1,86,800

 65 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to QIfIIIIIons 88

33. Gramln Vikas Sanstha, Nanded 1,10,000

34. Sheela Shikshan Prasarak Mandai, Nanded 1,50,000

35. Navjeevan Dyan Seva Bhavi Sanstha, Parbhani 1,75,000

36. Deccan Education Society, Pune 3,00,000

37. Late Gyanoba Shlkshan Prasarak Mandai, Aurangabad 2,00,000

38. Swami Vlvekanand Shikshan Prasarak Mandai, Latur 2,25,000

39. Marathwada Pasaydan Kala Academy, Beed 2,00,000

Manlpur

40. Sangeet Kala Sangam, Imphal 3,25,000

Orl ••a

41. Anchallka Kunjeshwarl Sanskrutika Sansad, Bhubaneshwar 2,25,000

42. Institute of Social Action, Purl 2,00,000

PUnjab

43. Punjab Public Relief Society, Ludhiana 1,05,000

44. Guru Angad Dev Seva Society, Ludhiana 1,50,000

RaJ••than

45. Mamta Vidya Mandir Samltl, Jiapur 1,35,000

46. Priyanka Bal Vldya Mandir Samiti, Karauli 1,50,000

47. Astha Sanskritik Sanstha, Jaipur 1,25,000

Tamil Nadu

48. Students Book Fair, Chennai 2,00,000

Uttar Pradeeh

49. Human WeHare Development Society, Faizabad 1,88,000

SO. Bhartlya Vidya Adhyayan Kendra, Varanasi 1,52,000

51 . Centre for Health and Social Welfare Society, Varanasi 1,20,000

62. PnIg Sarvodya SamIti, Lucknow 2.00,000

67 MARCH 22,2005 88

53. Bhartiya Gramin Vikas Samiti, Hardoi 2,20,000

54. Kumar Audyogik PrSshiksnan Sanstha, Varanasi 1,70,000

55. Gramyanchal Pragati Samiti, Ghazipur 2,00,000

Utt8ranchal

56. Educational and Social Welfare Society, Paurl 1,75,500

We.t Bengal

57. Publishers and Booksellers Guild, Kolkata

. 3,75,000

Statement-II

List of Voluntary Organizations which received grants under the Scheme of Book Promotion
Activities and Voluntary Agencies during 2004-2005

(In Rs.)

Andhra Pradesh

1. Sai Vani Education Society, Ananthapur 1,50,000

2. Rural Community Development Organisation, Rajampet, Cuddapah 1,60,000

3. Prof. Kaula Endowment for Library and Information Sciences, Ithanagaram 50,000

4. Vii/age Development Society, Belgaun 2,00,000

Assam

5. Assam Scheduled Caste Worker's Council, Guwahati 1,00,000

6. AI-Hilal Human Welfare Society, Barpeta 3,75 .. 000

Bllulr

7. Harijan Adivasi Mahila Kalyan Samiti, Munger 2,50,000

8. Chanakya Intemational. Patna 1.35,000

9. Arya Sewa Foundation, Patna 2,25,000

DeIhl

10. Federation of Indian Publishers, InatItutIonal ArM, Near JNU, New Delhi 20.00,000
69 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to au..tioM 70

11. Federation of Indian Publishers, Institutional Area. Delhi 5,00,000

12. Authors Guild of India, Jangpura Extension, Delhi 1,70,000

13. Delhi Gramin Vikas Samlti, Rohinl, Deihl 1,80,000

14. Society for empowering the· Youth and the downtrodden, Jia Sarai, Delhi 2,00,000

15. Sehyog Vikas Samltl, Badarpur, Delhi 2,25,000

16. Association of writers and Illustrators for children, Indraprakaah estate, Delhi 2,60,000

17. Initiative for Reconstruction and Mobilisation, Alkananda Apartment, DeIhl 2,50,000

18. Indtan Regional Journalists Association, DaryaganJ, Delhi 5,00,000

19. Pustak Mela Sarniti, Daryaganj, Delhi 4,00,000

20. Renaissance Mukandpure Ext., Delhi 1,35,000

21. Hinduatan Sewa Sanstha, Rohini, Deihl 1,50,000

GuJarat

22. Amine Shariat Education Trust, Jamnagar 2,25,000

Hlmachlll Prade.h

23. Navjyothi Educational SOCiety, Sirmour. 3,75,000

Jherkhand

24. Humanity, Ranchl 2,00,000

25. Jan Sarokar, Ranchi 2,00,000

Kernataka

26. Jnana Jyothi Education Society, Devanahalli, Bangalore 2,00,000

27. Rural Development Society, Belgam 2,00,000

28. Bhagyajyothi Educational Trust, Bagepaslli 3,00,000

Kerele

29. Oarshan Cultural Society, Kottayam 3,50,000

30. Antharuhtra Puatakotaava SamItI, Koehl 3,50,000

71 Wrftttln Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 12

Madhya Prade.h

31. Kalpana Shlksha Prassr Samltl, Muraina 1,60,000

32. Subedar Bhagwan Das Shiksha Avam Jan Vikas Samiti, Gwallor 1,00,000

33. Dindayal Shiksha Samiti, G'walior 1,60,000

34. Shrl Ramswaroop Singh Shiksha Prasar Samiti, Bhlnd 2,00,000

Mah.....htra

35. Balaji Shikshan Sanstha, Nanded 1,80,000

36. Kopergaon Taluka Vldyarti Sahayak Samlti, Kopergaon 1,00,000

37. Shrl Nagnath Bahu-uddeshiya Sanstha, Solapur 1,50,000

38. Navjeevan Dyan Sevabhavi Sanatha, Parbhani 1,80,000

39. Ahllya Bahuuddeshiya Shikshan Prasarak Mandai, Latur 2,00,000

40. Sanjivani Educational and Social Development Sanstha, Ahmednagar 1,00,000

41. Saw Kamalinl Satbhal Sarvajanik Granthalaya Vachnalaya 1,00,000

42. Vikas Shikshan Sanatha, Hingoli 1,50,000

43. Socio Economic and Educational Development Service, Chuachandpur 2,20,000

44. Rural Development Association, Khongijom 3,00,000

45. The Indigenous World, Imphal 3,00,000

Nageland

46. Eve's Welfare Society, Dlmapur' 1,80,000

Orl ••a

47. Tribal Ufe SOCiety of Orissa, Cuttack 2,00,000

48. Blkalpa Bikash, Angul 4,00,000

RaJa.than

49. Jagrothi Shikshan Prashikshan Sansthan, Karauli 1,25,000

TamJlnadu

50. Humanity Educational and Rural Development Tied Organization, Kanehipram 1,50,000
 73 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to au..Iions 74

T1ipura

51. Indian Women Development Society, Agartala 1,35,000

Uttar Pradesh

52. Lok Mangal, Oral 1,00,000

53. Matei Health Care and Social Welfare InstiMe, Ambekdar Nagar 2,25,000

54. Prag Sarvodaya Samiti, Lucknow 2,50,000

55. Vishwambhar Dayalu Tripathi Rajkiya Zila Pustakalaya, Unnao 2,25,000

56. National Institute of Career Development, Allahabad 2,50,000

57. Bhartiya Gramin Vikas Samiti, Hardoi 2,00,000

Uttaranchal

58. Jalagam Samiti, Sajgouri 1,50,000

59. Groupious Social Welfare Society, Dehradun 1,80,000

60. Vidya Niketan ShikshaSamlti, Tehri, Garhwal 2,50,000

West Bengal

61. Publishers and Book Sellers Guild, Kolkata 10,00,000

Grants to SSClHSC Boards proposed to Union Government for incentive grants to the
State SSC/HSC Boards for the students for qualifying
*271. SHRI S.D. MANDLIK : National Talent Search Examination;
SHRI EKNATH MAHADEO GAIKWAD :
(e) if so, the details thereof;
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-
MENT be pleased to state : (f) whether the Govemment is considering provid-
ing some financial support to the Secondary and Higher
(a) . whether there is any scheme to provide financial Secondary Boards through which the students will take
assistance to the Boards of Secondary and Higher part in various Olympiyads; and
Secondary Education;
(g) if so, details thereof?

(b) if so, the details thereof, State-wise;

THE MINISTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-

(c) whether It will be applicable for the students who MENT (SHRI ARJUN SINGH) : (a) to (c) Department of
Secondary and higher Education does not have any
passed the National Talent Search Examination;
scheme for providing financial assistance to the Boards of
(d) whether various State Governments have Secondary and higher Secondary Educatton.
7S Written Answers MARCH 22, 200S to Questions 76

(d) and (e) A proposal has been received from the (2) To encourage the export of soyabean extraction
Government of Maharashtra recently for grant to the State (soyabean deoiled cake or meal). the duty free
SSC/HSC Boards for the students qualifying National import of input has been allowed under
Talent Search Examination. The proposal is not covered Standard Input-Output Norms (SION) "E-42" of
under any of the scheme of the Department. Food Products with certain conditions.

(I) and (g) No, Sir. (c) The quantum of foreign currency earned from
export of soya-cake during 2002-03 and 2003-04 and till
[Translation]
date is as under:-

Soya-Cake Export
Year Value in Rs. Crores
°272. SHRI GAURISHANKER CHATURBHUJ BISEN :
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be 2002-03 1336.23
pleased to state :
2(103-04 3043.24
(a) whether the Govemment have formulated any
scheme to encourage export of soya-cake; Apr'04-Sep'04 996.67

(b) if so, details thereof; (Source: DGCI&S, Kolkata)

(c) the quantum of foreign currency earned by the (d) and (e) Only soya flour products packed in unit
Government from export of Soya-cake during the years containers attract excise duty, Almost all other soyabean
2002-03 and 2003-04 and till date; products are exempt from excise duty. No proposal is under
consideration of the Government for increasing the
(d) whether the Government is likely to consider
concession in excise duty on soya products.
increasing the concession In excise duty in order to
encourage soyabean growers, soya-processing industry [English]
and the exporters; and
Sport8 Organl8atlon8
(e) If so, the details thereof?
*273. SHRI ANANTH KUMAR : Will the Minister of
THE MINISTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:
(SHRI KAMAL NATH) : (a) and (b) Steps taken to enhance
agrl-exports, Including soyernaal, include sending delega- (a) number of persons without any sports' back-
tions abroad, partiCipating in international trade fairs, ground holding office in various sport's organisations;
inviting potential buyers end providing financial assistance
to exporters for improving quality, packaging, brand (b) any specific reasons for such practice;

promotion of products and conducting market surveys.

(c) whether there is any policy to take veteran sport
Some of the policy Initiatives undertaken to encourage
persons in aports orgnizations; and
soya cake exports are:-
(d) if not, the reasons therefor?
(1) Recently, the excise duty on Food Grade
Hexane, which is a solvent used for extraction THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
of oU, has been reduced from 32% to 16%. OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGD'SH TYTLER) :
77 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to OuNtions 78

<a) A8 per info~tion received hom 64 National Sports (e) the maMar In which the Mester Plan for Delhi,
Federations/Associations, out of total 272 functionaries, 2021 is an improvement on the eartler Plan;
191 have proven track record in the field of &pOrts and
81 do not have sports back ground.
(f) the steps taken to plug the loopholas and to
make it more realistic and fruitful;
(b) The office baarers of National Sports Federa-
<g) whether it has been recommended in the said
tions (NSFs), which are autonomous societies regist,red
Plan that industries running in non-conforming areas be
under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, are elected
shifted out of Delhi; and
as per the Constitutions of U. reapective NSFs. Any
person eligible for election, as per their constitution, can
(h) If so, the reaction of the Govemment
contest.
thereto?

(c) No, Sir.

THE MINIST~R OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
(d) A8 indicated in (b) above elections of office
NABI AZAD) : (a) No proposal to this effect has been
bearers are held as per the constitution of the concerned
received by the Ministry of Urban Development from the
NSF. Any person eligible under their Constitution, Including
Government of NCT of Delhi.
veteran sports persons, can contest. Since Sports Is a State
subject, the Central Government has no mandate to frame
(b) In view of reply to part (a) above, does not
a policy for induction of veteran sports persons in these
arise.
National level Sports Federations/Associations.
(c) and (d) No, Sir. DDA has reported that the draft
Ma.ter Plan for DeIhl, 2021
MPD-2021 has been prepared after extensive consultation
with various experts and professional organizations as well
*274. SHRI HARIN PATHAK :
PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA :
as agencies like the Government of National Capital
Territory of Del.hi, National Capital Region
Will the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be Planning Board. Municipal Corporation of Delhi. New Delhi
pleased to state : Municipal Council, etc. Inputs from general public have
al80 been obtained. 12 Sub-Groups comprising of experts
<a) whether the Government of NCT of Delhi has and professionals in different fields were constituted by
demanded the monitoring powers in regard to implemen- DDA to submit their recommendations and suggestions in
tation of Master Plan for Delhi, 2021 as reported in the
respect of various aspects of the plan which have been
A8ian Age dated January 21, 2005;
duly considered. In addition. five seminars were held to
elicit views/suggestions of elected representatives and
(b) if so, the facts thereof and reaction of the Union
professional representatives of local bodies. NGOs etc.
Government thereto;
Specific studies by professional institutes were also
(c) whether the Master Plan for Delhi, 2021 suffers commissioned by DDA.
from several lacunae particularly In terms of expertise,
(e) and (f) The draft Master Plan of Delhi-2021 (MPD-
Incongruity between visions and reasons and ·..aQueness;
2021 ) visualis85 Delhi as a global metropolis with
(d) if so, the details thereof and reasons there- improved quaHty of lite in a swtalnable environment.
for; Towards this goal the plan has Inter-alia. provided for
 79 MARCH 22, 2005 10 QUBlHons 80

measures to meet the population growth and In-mlgrati~n (1) if so, the delalls thereot;
to Delhi; adequate housing particularly for the weaker
(g) whether the Government has received any
sections of the society; addressing the problems of small
proposals for enhancing the Central grant under the above
enterprises particularly in the unorganized Informal sector,
scheme;
effectively dealing with the Issue of slums; regeneration of
the old and dilapidated areas of the city; provision of
(h) if so, the details thereof and the reaction of the
adequate infrastructural services; conservation of the
Government thereon;
environment; preservation of cityscape and heritage by
blending it with modern patterns of development; public- (i) whether the funds allocated to States during the
private and community participation in development last three years have been utilized; and
matters; etc. The draft plan has been prepared drawing
(j) if so, State-wise details thereof ?
lessons from the experiences of the past Master Plan and
keeping In view the present conditions.
THE MINISTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-
MENT (SHRI ARJUN SINGH) : (a) Centrally sponsored
(9) and (h) Draft MPD-2021 provides for re-
scheme of Sarva Shiksha Abhlyan alms to achieve
development of non-conforming clusters of industrial
Universal Elementary Education by the year 2010.
concentration of minimum 4 hectares of contiguous areas
in which more than 70% plots are under manufacturing
(b) Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, Mid Day Me~1 and
activity.
Kasturba Gandhi Ballka Vidalaya are the main schemes
being implemented to achieve Universal Elementary
Unlver.allzetlon of Elementary Education
Education. Gross Enrolment Ratio for the year 2002-03 for
"275. SHRI PRABHUNATH SINGH : Primary (Class I-V) and Elementary (Class I-VIII) stages
DR. LAXMINARAYAN PANDEY was 95.4% and 82.5% respectively.

Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEvelOP- (c) Gender Gap in Gross Enrolment Ratio at the

MENT be pleased to state : Elementary stage has declined significantly from 22

percentage points in 1992-93 to 6.1 percentage points in
(a) the year by which the Govemment would 2002-03.
achieve the target of universalisation of elementary
education; (d) Sarva Shlksha Abhiyan aims to bridge gender
gap at Primary and Elementary Stages by 2007 and 2010.
(b) the steps taken and progress achieved in this respectively.
direction so far;
(e) and (f) Setting up of a National Commission on
(c) the reasons for failure in achieving parity Education is being examined.
between the girls and boys for admitting them In schools
(g) and (h) Central Plan allocation for Sarva Shlksha
by the year 2005;
Abhiyan in 2004-05 has been Increased from Rs. 3057
(d) the time' by which this objective Is likely to be crores to As. 5079 crores.
achieved;
(i) and 0) State-wise funds allocated and utilized under
,
(e) whether there Is any plan to constitute a National Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan during the last three years are
CommIeIIon for EducMion; given In the enclosed statement.
81 Wrlrten An""" CHAITAA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Qwetfon, 82

,,...,,,.,,, 2 3 4

Amount of Centra' grants released and total

12. Katnttatca 21501.18 23186.3
expenditure under s.Mi 'Shflctih. Abhlyan
from 2001-02 to 2003-04 13. Kera1a 8298.01 9439.23

SJ. Name of the Grants released to states and 14. Madtlya Pradnh 49145.97 48818
No. State Total Expenditure incumtd by
16. Mahat'aehtra 38346.08 48679.26
them (against central and It&te
share during 2001-02 to
16. Manipur 809.93 0
2003-04 under Sarva Shik8ha
Abhiyan 17. Megf'ta'*YI 2394.13 2920.33

Grants Total 18. Mlzoram 2518.22 1603.5

releasec:lby Expenditure
Central agalMt 19. Nagaland 1049.835 186.33
()ovoemment Central and
20. Ortna 18843. • 18413.82
(Aupeee8 in State Share·
filth.) (AupeH in 21. Punjab 17069.826 18797.28
latchl)
22. Raja.than 25942.93 28997.1 .
2 3 4
23. SIkkim 794.92 825.81
1. Andhr. Pradesh 20395.18 28420.17
24. Tamil Nadu 28913.87 35407.36
2. Assam 22647.49 27158.7
. 25. Trlpura 4408.1389 &825.19
3. Arunachal Pradesh 5560.52 1454.48
26. Uttaranctlal 8809.47 8422.97
4. Bihar 30395.845 28141.82
27. unar Pradesh 61952.03 76717.54
5. Chhattlsgartl 1OQ7.86 10040.19
28. West Bengal 29234.83 22094.21
8. Gos , 0 0
29. Andeman and Nlcobar 298.84 433.11
I
7. Gujarat 27750.64 25929.3 lalanda

8. Haryana 9998.44 11522.88 30. Chandtgartl 224.64 198.98

9. Himachal Pfadeiah 7932.23 9112.85 31. o.dra and N . , HaY8ti 447.42 1.21

10. Jammu and KIIIhmir 7430.21 7926.82 32. Oaman and Diu 12 12

11. Jharkhand '~'.26 15331.83 33.~ 2120.89 5115

 MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 84
83 Wrlnen Answers

units of National Reconstruction. Corps In all Unlveraltiesl

2 3 4
Colleges in the country; and

34. Lakshadweep 48.29 o (d) if so, the details thereof?

35. Pondicherry 305.89 139.22

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TVTLER) :
Total 475503.6939 508195.95
(a) The Government had implemented the National
Reconstruction Corps(NRC) Scheme through Nehru Yuva
. Fundi avallable.with States for SSA include the State
Kendra Sangathan(NYKS) on 8 pilot basis for a period of
share released by the State Government In addition
two years i.e. from 1.4.2001 to 31.3.2003. A list containing
to the Central grants.
districts covered under the scheme during the period is
" Goa Is yet to submit proposals for Central . .istance given at statement-i.
under SSA.
(b) The NRC Scheme was designed to inculcate the
National Reconstruction Carpi spirit of patriotism and voluntarism in the society and to
harness the full flow of vial youth energy In constructive
·276. SHRI B. VINOD KUMAR : Will the Minister
channels. The NRC scheme had the twin objectives of man
of YOUTHS AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to
making and nation building. Under the scheme, volunteers
state:
were engaged at a monthly honorarium of Rs.1000l-p.m.

(8) whether the Government has created "National to if11)lement the identified projects.

Reconstruction Corps" to provide opportunity to youth to

(c) Nil.
participate on a voluntary basis in the process of national
development; (d) Funds were released under the scheme to
Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan for the programmes in
(b) if so, the details thereof;
different States. A list con,aining State-wise allocation for
(e) the number of units of Corps at present; 2001-02 and 2002-03 is at statement-II. No funds have
been released during 2003-2004.
(d) the funds allocated to Corps during the last three
years and thereafter, State-wise; (e) No, Sir.

(e) whether the Government proposes to set up (f) Does not arise.

Statement-,

State and District-wis. list of 76 NRC District of 2001-02 and 40 NRC Districts of 2002-03

51. Name of State SI. Name of the NRC District of 51. Name of the NRC District of
No. No. the year 2001-02 No. the y.... 2002-03

2 3 4 5 6

1. Andhra Pradfth 1. East Godavari 1. Anantapur

85 Wrltterl AnswelS CHATTRA 01. 1927 {Sakal to Questions 86

2 3 4 5 6

2. Hyderabad 2. Mahaboob Nagar

3. Karimnagar

4. Vlshakhapatnam

2. Arunachal Pradesh 5. Tezu (Lohlt) 3. Dlbrugarh

3. Assam 6. Cachar 4. Sonitpur (Texpur)

7. Guwahati (Kamrup)

8. Nagaon

4. Bihar 9. Jahanabad 5. Bhagalpur

10. KishanganJ 6. Katihar

11. Nalanda 7. Motihari

12. Nawada

13. Patna

14. Sitamarhi

5. Chhattisgarh 15. Kanker 8. Bilaspur

16. SarguJa 9. Rajnadgaon

6. Delhi 17. Alipur

18. Mehrauli

7. GuJarat 19. Gandhlnagar 10. Kutch

8. Himachal Pradesh 20. Sirmour (Nahan) 11. Bilaspur

21. Una

9. Haryana 22. Namaul 12. Gurgaon

10. Jammu and Kashmir 23. Leh

24. Udhampur
87 tMRCH 22, 2005 88

1 2 3 4 5 6

11. Jharkhand 25. Dumka 13. Lohardaga

26. Gumla 14. Palamu

27. Hazarfbagh

12. Kamataka 28. Bihar 15. Bangalore (Urban)

29. Bljapur 16. Udupi (Mangalore)

30. Shimoga

13. K.rala 31. Kasargod 17. Kozhikode

32. Wayanad

14. Madhya Pradesh 33. Bhopal 18. Balaghat

34. Chhattarpur 19. Damoh

35. Gwallor 20. Dews,

36. Jabalpur 21. Dhar

37. Jhabua 22. Sehore

38. Seoni

39. Shahdol

40. Tlkamgarh

15. Maharuhtra 41. Seed 23. Amravati

42. GadchiroU

43. Jalns

44. Mumbia (Kalyan)

45. Sindhudurg

16. Manlpur 46. Bishenpur 24. TamengkHlg

17. Meghalaya . 47. Weet aafO Hills

89 CtWTRA Q1, 19a.7 ($aka) 90

2 3
" 5 6

18. Mlzoram 48. lunglei

19. Nagaland "9. Kohlma 25. Mon

20. Oril&8 SO. Bolanglr 26. Keonjhar

51. Kalahandi 27. Sambalpur

52. Khurda (Bubaneshwar) 28. Sundergarh

53. Koraput

54. Mayurbhanj

65. Nuapada

56. Phul~Ai

21. Pl.ln~ 57. G".~r

22. ,Rajasthan 58. Bh-.tpur 29. Baran

59. Jaipur 30. Kota

60. Jh4law.r

61. Sikar

23. Sikkim 62. Gangtok 31. Slkkim (West)

24. Tamil Nadu 63. ~ram (Parambulur) 32. Coimbatore

64. Chennel· (Rural) 33. Nilgirl

65. K8f1\IAfwmari

66. RamrnMathpuram

67. Tiruchlrepalll

25. Trtpura 88. N.TrtpuM (Oharamnagar) 34. Udaipur (S Trlpura)

26. Uttar. Pradesh. 69. B"- 35. Bar.lly

70. Kanpur 38. Hamlrpur

71. ~Iltpur 37. ·J••un

91 Written AftswelS MARCH 22, 2005 to QuestIons 92

2 3 4 5 6

72. Lucknow 38. Jhansl

73. Mathura

74. Meerut

75. Pllllbhlt

27. Uttaranchal 76 Tehrl Garwal 39. Uttarkashi

40. Rudraprayag

Statement."
2 3 4

Sl. State Funds Allocated in Rs. 14. Uttaranchal 367339 3064027

No.
2001·2002 2002·2003 15. Assam 3409036 6056317

1 2 3 4 16. Arunachal Pradesh 1076540 1323480

17. Manipur 1106792 2126740

1. Haryana 1068000 1764066
18. Meghalya 1089106 1278000
2. Himachal Pradesh 2139000 2885637
19. Nagaland 1090500 2329766
3. Jammu and Kashmir 2164000 1845500

4. Punjab 1045000 982550 20. Mlzoram 1093195 1222394

5. Rajasthan 4328000 5295808 21. Trlpura 990000 2325000

6. ChandigarhiUT 0 2700 22. Bihar 6654000 11500332

7. Delhi 2321625 2274200 23. JhBf1ch8hd 3246000 6253764

8. Andhra Pradesh 4391000 6717960 24.0rIt8a 7561000 11796413

9. Kamataka 3165389 4718675 25. Gujarat 1082000 2063693

10. Kerala 2237000 3480500 .. 28. Madhya' :Pradesh 8911500 18808869

11. Tamil Nadu 5967125 6959879 27. Chhattfagarh 2166000 49Hs83

1.2. Pondlcherry 0 0 28. Maharuhtta 5697250' 8493225

13. Uttar Pradesh 7t198177 12897470 29. Goa 0 0

93 CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) to Queations 94

2 3 for a decision by the Commission. The State-wise list of

4
the proposals received from various educational Institutes

30. Dadra and Nagar Haveli 0 0 of higher learning for granting 'Deemed to be University'
status is at statement·lI. The UGC has constituted a
3i. Andaman and Nicobar Islands 0 0 Screening Committee for the preliminary examination of
such proposals. The Screening Committee has so far short-
32. West Bengal 958875 316745
listed 23 Institutions for visit by the UGC's Expert

33. Sikkim 1107427 2610896 Committee for an ·on the spot" assessment. The
Commission has also set up a Review Committee to
34. Laksttdweep 0 0 consider representations from institutions whose proposals
have not been cleared by the Screening Committee.
35. Daman and Diu 0 0

Deented University Statu.

to Unlversltl•• List of Deemed to be Universities

·277. SHRI CHANDRA BHUSHAN SINGH

S.No. Name of Institutions
SHRI ABDULLAKUTTY :
2
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state :
Andhra Prad••h
(a) the details of universities given deemed university
1. Central institute of English and Foreign Languages,
status so far;
Hyderabad.

(b) whether the proposals to accord deemed

2. Rashtrlya Sanskrit Vidyapeeth, TirtJpati.
university status to some other universities are pending
with the Government; 3. Shri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning,
Prasanthi NiI~yam.
(c) the details of proposals received from various
State Governments as on 31st March. 2004 and thereafter.
4. International Institute of Information Technology.
State-wise; and
Hyderabad.

(d) the action taken by the University Grants

5. National Institute of Technology, Warangal.
Commission thereon?
A••am
THE MINISTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE
DEVELOPMENT (SHRI ARJUN SINGH) : (a) to (d) "The 6. National Institute of Technology, Silchar. Assam.
Central Government is empowered by the University
Grants Commission (UGC) Act. 1956 to notify an Institution Bihar
for higher education, other than a University, 88 a 'Deemed
to be University' , on the advice of the UGC. A list of 7. Bihar Yoga Bharati, Munger.

institutions granted Deemed to be University status so far

Chandlgarh
is at statement·I.

8. Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh.

According to the UQC, thlfteen propoufa are pending
 9S 96

2 2

Gujara1 25. Jawaharla' Nehru centre fot Advanced Stlel'ltlfrc

Research, Bangalore.
9. Gulerat VidyapIth, Ahmedabad.
26. International Institute of Information Technology.
10. Dharmeil'lh Desai Insfltute of Technology, Nadlact.
8angalore.

11. Sardar VaDabhbhai National Institute of Technotogy,

Kerala
Surat.
27. National Institute of Technology, Callcut.

Madhya , ......,
12. National Daify Research Institute, Kamal.

28. Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education,

13. National Brain Research Centre, Gurgaon.
Gwalior.
14. National Institute of Technology, Kurulcahetra.
29. Indian Institute of Information Technology and
Himachal ',.,..h Management, Gwallor.

15. National Institute of Technology, Hamlrpur. 30. Maulsna Azad National Institute of Tf(:MOlogy.
l:ihopal.
Jammu and ~.ftmlr

Maharashtra
16. National Institute of Technology, Srinagar.
31. Sharati Vidyapeeth, Pune.
Jhttrkhand
32. Cerllre Institute of Fisheries Education, Mumabai.
17. Birla Institute of Technology, Meara, Ranchi.

33. Deccan College Poet-Graduate and Research

18. Indian School of Mines, Dhanbact.
Institute, Pune.
19. N*fiOl'lal Institute Of Technology, Jamehedpur.
34. Gokhsle Institute of Politics and EconomiCs, Pune.
1lamafaI(.
35. Indira Gandhi Institute for Oevelopmet'lt Research,
20. Indian Institute of Science, Bangarore. Mumbai.

21. Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manlpal. 36. Institute Armament Technology, Pun..

22. National Institute Of Mental Health and Neuro 37. tnternat/onal Institute for Population Sciences,
Science, 8angalore. Mur1lbai.

23. Swami Vivftananda Voga Anu••ndhana 31. Tata .ntltttute of Soctal Sciences, Mutnbel.
Semsthane, 8angalore.
39. Tllak Maharashtra VidyapMth, Pune.
24. National Institute of Technology Karnataka,
Sufathkal. 40. Tata lnetitute ofF~1 ReaeaRlh, Mumbal.
97 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 98

2 2

41. SYMBIOSIS International Educational Centre, 56. Malavlya Nationa' In8titute of Technology,
Pune. Jaipur.

42. Padmashree Dr. D. Y. Patit Vidyapeeth, Nerul, Navi 57. Mody Institute of Technology and Science,
Mumbai. Lakshmangarh, Rajasthan.

43. Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu

Nagpur.
58. Avinashillingam Institute for Home Science and
44. Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies, Higher Education for Women, Coimbatore.
Mumbal.
59. Gandhigram Rural Institute, Gandhlgram.
45. Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimprl, Puna.
60. Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathl Vishwa
46. Pravara Institute of Medical Sciences, Loni, Dist. Mahavldyalaya, Kanchlpuram.
Ahmednagar.
61. Sri Ramachandra Medical College and Research
Orissa Institute, Chennal.

47. National Institute of Technology, Rourkela. 62. Vinayaka Mission's Research Foundation, Salem.

48. Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology, 63. Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology and
Bhubaneshwar. Research Academy (SASTRA), Thanjavur.

Punjab 64. Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore.

49. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, 65. Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology,
Patiala. Chennai.

50. Dr. B. A. Ambedkar National Institute ,of Technology, 66. Bharath Institute of Higher Education and Research.
Jalandhar. Chennal.

RaJa.than 67. SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennel.

51. Banasthall Vidyapaplth, BanasthaJi. 68. Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Colmbatore.

52. Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani. 69. Dr. MGR Educational and Research Institute,
ChennaL
53. Janardan Ral Nagar Rajasthan Vldyaplth, Udaipur.
70. National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirapalli
54. Jain Viswa Bharatl Institute, Ladnun. Tamil Nadu.

55. Institute of Advanced Studies in Education of 71. Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and
Gandhi Vldya Mendr, Sardarshahf. Reeearch, Channa!.
99 Written AnswelS MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 100

2 2

72. Karunya Institute of Science and Technology, 87. Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi.
Coimbatore.
88. School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi.
73. Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical
Sciences, Chennal. 89. Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Rashtrlya Sanskrit
Vidyapeeth, New Delhi.
Uttaranchal
90. National Museum, Institute of the History of Art,
74. Forest Research Institute, Dehradun. Conservation and Museology, New Delhi.

75. Gurukul Kangri Vlshwavidyalaya, Harldwar. 91. TERI School of Advanced Study, New Delhi.

Uttar Pradeah 92. Rashtriya Sanskrit Sansthan, New Delhi.

76. Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies, 93. Indian Institute of Foreign Trade, New Delhi.
Samath.
94. Indian Law Institute, New Delhi.
n. Dayalbagh Educational Institute, Dayalbagh,
Agra. 95. National School of Drama, New Deihl.

78. Indian Veterinary Research Institute, Izatnagar. Statement-II

79. Allahabad Agricultural Institute, Allahabad. State-wise list of Proposals received for grant of
Deemed to be Univ81SIty Status
so. Indian Institute of Information Technology,
Allahabad.
SI.No. Name of Institutions

81. Bhatkhande Music Institute, Lucknow.

2
82. Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology,
Allahabad. Andhra Pradesh

83. Jaypee Institute of Information Technology, NOIDA. 1. National InstiMe of Tourism and Hospitality
Management, Hyderabad~
Weat Bengal
2. Institute for Development and Research In
84. Ramakrishna Mission Vlvekananda Educational Banking Technology, Hyderabad.
and Research Institute, Belur Math, Howrah.
3. National Institute for the Mentally Handicapped,
85. National Institute of Technology, Durgapur, West Secunderabad.
Bengal.
4. Sweekar Rehabilitation Institute for Handicapped,
New Deihl Secunderabad.

86. Indian Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. 5. South Asia International Institute, Hyderabad.
101 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 102

2 2

6. Montessori Mahila Kalasala, Vijaywada. 24. Institute of Marketing and Man~gement, New
Delhi.
Arunachal Pradesh
25. NUT, New Delhi.
7. North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and
Technology, Itanagar. 26. Delhi Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences and
Research, Delhi.
Bihar
27. Triveni Educational and Social Welfare Society.
8. National Institute of Technology, Patna. New Delhi.

9. Nav Nalanda Mahavihar, Nalanda, Bihar.

GuJarat

Deihl Surnandeep Medical University by K.M. Shah

28.
Charitable Trust, Vadodara, Gujarat.
10. National Institute of Health and Family Welfare.

29. Centre for Environmental Planning and Technology

11. International Management Institute.
(CEPT), Ahmedabad.
12. National Institute of Fashion Technology.
Haryana
13. Apeejay Education Society, Jai Singh Road.
30. National Power Training Institute, Faridabad.
14. Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology.
31. Shri Baba Mast Nath Ayurvedlc and Sansthan,
15. National Council of Hotel Management· and Asthal Bohar, Rohtak.
Catering Technology, New Delhi.
32. Sushant School of Arts and Architecture,
16. "AMITY·, New Delhi. Gurgaon.

17. Rail Foundation, New Delhi. Jammu and Kashmir

18. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research. 33. Central Institute 0' Buddhist Studls Leh, Ladakh.

19. Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New 34. Model Institute of Education and Research,
Delhi. Jammu.

20. International Centre of Gandhlan Studies and Jharkhand

Research, New Delhi.
35. Cambridge Institute of Technology, Jharkhand.
21. Indian Institute of Finance, New Delhi.
36. Xavier Labour Relationl Institute (XLRI),
22. NCERT, New Deihl. Jamshedpur.

23. Jagan Institute of Management Studies, New 37. National Institute of Foundry and Forge Technology,
Deihl. Ranchi.
103 Written AnsWBIS MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 104

2 2

Kerneteke 54. Madhav Institute of Technology and Science,

Gwalior.
38. K.L.E. Academy of Higher Educatiion, Belgaum.
55. Shri Govindram Seksaria Institute of Technology
39. Kamataka Chltrakala Parlshath, Bangalore.
and Science, Indore.

40. JSS Mahavidyapeetha, Mysore.

56. Swami Vivekanand University for Modern and

41. Jain Group of Institutions, Bangalore. Spiritual Sciences, Gwalior.

42. Narayana Hrudayalaya Institute of Medical Maharashtra

Sciences, Bangalore.
57. Shirdi Sai Institute of Information Technology,
43. Muniyal Institute of Ayurveda Medical Sciences, Ahmed Nagar.
Manipal.
58. Chatrapati Shahu Central Institute of Business
44. Bljapur Uberal District Educational Association's Education and Research (SIBER), Kolhapur.
Academy of Higher Education, Bijapur.
59. Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Karad.
Kerlla
60. Anjuman-I-Islam, Mumbai.
45. Regional Cancer Centre, Thiruvananthapuram.
61. Shri Chatrapati Shivaji Academy of Higher
46. Kerala Kalamandalam, Kerala. Education, Pune.

47. Ma1abar Institute of Rehabilitation and Technology, 62. National Institute of Construction Management
Kerala. and Research, Pune.

48. SCMS Institute of Management and Technology 63. Navgan Shlkshan Sansthan, Rajuri, Distt. Beed.
(SIMAT), Cochin.
64. Hyderabad (Sind) National Collegiate Board,
49. Pushpagiri Medical Society, Tiruvalla, Kerala. Mumbai.

60. Mar Basellos Academy of Higher Education, 65. Kaivalyadhama SMYM Samiti, Lonavla, Pune.
Kerala.
66. Homi Bhabha National Institute, Mumbai.
Madhya Prad••h
67. Ali Yavar Jung National Institute for the Hearing
51. Indiln Institute of Tourism and Travel Management,
Handicapped, Mumbai.
Gwallor.
68. Mahatma Gandhi Mission, Aurangabad.
52. Shri Vaishnav Educational and Charttable Trust,
Indore. 69. 'J'( Palll Education Society, Kolhapur.

53. College of Materials Management, Jaba1pur. 70. Godavari Foundationm Jalgam.

105 Written Answer.s CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 106

2 2

71. Atal Bihar! Vidyapeeth, Mumbai. 86. Periyar Maniammal Institute of Science and
Technology, Chennai.
72. Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences,
Nagpur. 87. R. V.S. College of Engg. and Technology, Dindigul.

Orl... 88. R.S. V. Educational Trust, Sulur, Coimbatore.

73. Shiksha '0' Anushandhan, Bhubaneshwar. 89. Park College of Engineering and Technology,
Coimbatore.
Pondlcherry
90. Santosh World Medical Academy, Chennal.
74. Manakula Vinatyagar Engineering College,
Madagadiet. Pondlcherry. 91. Madras School of Economics, ChennaL

Punjab 92. Institute for Financial Management and Research,

Chennal.
75. Apeejay College of Fina Arts, Jalandhar.
93. Ponnaiyah RamaJayam Institute of Science and
76. Guru Nanak Dev Engineering College, Ludhiana.
Technology, Thanjavur.

77. Centre for Electronics Design and Technology of

94. Park's College, Tirupur.
India, Mohall.

95. Hlndustan Institute of Technology and Science,

78. Sant Longwal Institute of Engineering and
Padur, Chennal.
Technology, Sangrur.

96. Noorul Islam College of Engineering, Kumaracoil.

Rajasthan

97. Rajas Dental College, Vedakangulam.

79. Shri Digambar Jain Adarsh MahHa Sanskrit Post
Graduate College, Shri Mahavlrjee. 98. Tamilnadu College of Engineering,
Kurumatharnpatti, Coimbatore.
eo. LNM Institute of Information Technology, Jaipur.

99. Central Institute of Plastics Engineering, Guindy,

81. Pacific Dental College and Hospital, Udaipur.
Chennai.
82. Maharana Bhupal Vishwavidyalaya, Udaipur.
100. Sree Mookambika (OU), Padanllam, Kanya-
Tamil Nadu kumari.

83. Ayya Nadar Janaki Ammal College, Sivakasi. 101. Arulmigu Kalasaiingam College of Eng/nering,
Virudhunagar District.
84. Rajas Engineering CoIlege,Vadankangulam.
102. Vel Tech Rangarajan Dr. Sakunthala, Chennai.
85. Shri Venkateshwara College of Engineering,
Sriperumbudur. 103. Vet Instttute of Technology, Chennal.
107 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 108

(b) if so, the details thereof;

2

(c) whether 2% educational cess imposed on

104. Indira Gandhi Institute of Educational Research
Central taxes has not been able to meet the fund gap;
and Higher Education, Colmbatore.
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
105. Karpaggam Arts and Science College, Coimbatore.

(e) the steps taken or being taken by the Govemment

106. Jaypiaar Engineering College, Chennal.
to fill the funding gap to meet the growing demand of
Uttar Pradesh education in the country?

107. Sobhit Institute of Englneelrng and Technology, THE MINISTER OF HUMAN RESOURCE
Meerut. DEVELOPMENT (SHRI ARJUN SINGH) : ~a) to (e) Budget
proviSion for 2005-06 for Sarva Shlksha Abhiyan and Mid
108. IILM Academy of Higher Leaning, Greater Nolda.
Day Meal Schemes (including amount allocable out of the

109. Footware Design and Development Institute, lump sum provision for the North East) is Rs.11145.26

Nolda. Crores which is Rs. 6413.18 Crores or 135.5% more than

the provision made in the Budget for 2004-05. With this
110. Fateh Chand Sanatan Dharma P.S. Society, significantly higher provision in 2005-06, which has
Muzaffarnagar. become possible due to imposition of the Education Cess,
requirements of the two Schemes for 2005-06 have been
We. Bengal
almost fully provided for.
111. Society for Mental Health and Care, Burdwan.
Foreign Aid for Infra structural Development
112. Ramakrishna Vlvekananda Mission, 24 Paragans
*279. SHRI SUKDEO PASWAN : Will the Minister of
(North).
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state :
113. . Ananda Nlketan Institute of Special Education and
Research, Katwa DisH., Burdwan. (a) whether the Union Govemment has received
proposals and projects from the various State Governments
114. Indian Institute of Social Welfare and Business for foreign aids for infrastructural development in MuniCipal
Management, Koikata. Areas during the last three years;

Funding Gap In Implementing (b) if so, the details of these projects, State-
Sarve Shlkshe Abhlyan wise;

*278. SHRI RANEN BARMAN : (c) whether the Jal Parished, Patna has also
SHRI ASADUDDIN OWAISI : submitted one such project of Rs. 1670 crores aided by
JBIC, Japan under "Sarnvakit Vikas Vojana";
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state : (d) if so, the status of this project as same is pending
since November, 2002;
<a) whethe~ the Govemment Is facing a huge ,
funding gap to raise 12000 crores In Implementing the (e) the reasons for delay in clearing .the said
s.rva ShIksha Abhlyan and Mid Day Meal Project; project;
 109 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 110

(f) the time by which the proposal Is likely to be The above proposal consists of two modules viz.
cleared? Module I and Module II. The estimated cost of Module-I
is Rs. 874.2 crore and that of Module-II is Rs. 617.9 crore.
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
At present external funding Is being sought for Module I
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM only.
NABI AZAD) : (a) Yes, Sir.
This Ministry reoommended the project for Inclusion
(b) The State-wise details of the projects are given under JBIC rolling plan in year 2003 as well as in the year
in the enclosed statement. 2004. However, the project was not selected by JBIC for
funding. The project has been recommended again for
(c) Yes, Sir.
consideration under JBIC rolling plan in February, 2005.
(d) The Bihar Rajya Jal Parishad (BRJP), Patna, The prerogative of selection of projects lies with JBIC.
forwarded a project proposal for Integrated Development
However, the Government of Bihar requested in
of Patna town at a total cost of Rs. 1669.89 crores for
December 2004 to Govemment of India to pose the
seeking external assistance In September, 2002. The
aforesaid project to World Bank/ADB also. This- Ministry
scheme was scrutinized and technical comments were
has, accordingly, recommended to It Deptt. of Economic
forwarded to State Govemment in January 2003 for
Affairs.
modifying the scheme. The modified project proposal was
received in the Ministry in March, 2003 and recommended (e) and (f) There has been no delay in clearing the
to Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) in April, 2003 for project. However, the selection of project(s) depends on
seeking assistance from Japan Bank for Intemational their techno economic feasibility and inter-se-priority
Cooperation (JBIC). The revised estimated cost Is assigned to them by the GoYl. of India and the- funding
Rs. 1492.10 crores. agencies.

S,.tIHn.nt

List of Project Proposals Received from the State Govts. for Consideration for Extemal
Assisstanee during Last Thf'fHJ YeatS (2001-02 to 2004-2005)

SI.No. Name of the project Year of Cost

(State-wise) Receipt (Ra. in crores)

2 3 4

Kemataka

1. Cauvery Water Supply Project State-II, Ph. II for Bangalore City 2001 3672.10

2. Water Supply and Under Ground Drainage (UGD) projects for 10 2002 1228.63
towns in Karnataka

3. Proposed Karnataka Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Sector 2003 211.59
Improvement Project - Kamataka
111 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 112

2 3 4

4. Bangalore Metro Rail Project (Kamataka) 2003 5600.00

Pondlcheny

5. Comprehensive Water Supply Scheme and Under Ground Drainage 2003 163.00
Scheme for Pondicherry Town

Tamil Nadu

6. Water Supply Improvement Scheme for Dindigul Town and other 2002 105.00
beneficiaries Tamil Nadu

7. III Chennai Water Supply and Sanitation project Chennal 2003 750.00

8. Construction of 530 MLD Water Treatment Plant at Chembarambaka, 2002 134.90

Chennal

Andhra Pradesh

9. Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Project Hyderabad 2004 2000.00

10. Restoration and Management of Hussain Sagar Lake, Hyderabad, 2004 1.44 per year
Andra Pradesh

Uttar Prade.h

11. Water Supply Sewarage Drainage and SWM Project for U.P' 2004 634.66

Punjab

12. Augmentation and Extension of water supply, sewerage and sewage 2003 1348.00
treatment and SWM facilities in 12 towns of Punjab

13. Protect development Fac:llity Loan for Augmentation and extension of 2004 64.00
Water Supply and Sewage treatment and SWM in 22 town In Punjab

Jammu and Kashmir

14. Sewerage and Drainage Scheme for Greater Jammu, J&K State 2002 1470.00

15. Sewerage and Drainage Scheme for Greater Srinager, J&K State 2002 1740.00

Bihar

16. Augmentatlonllmprovfng Water Supply, sewerage drainage and SWM 2002 1492.20
In Patna City
113 Written AnswelS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (SIlIca) 114

1 2 3 4

RaJa.than

17. Jaipur Bisalpur Water Supply Scheme Jalpur 2002 483.00

18. Project tor Almer Bi8alpu~ Urban Water Supply Scheme Phas.lI, 2005 834.36
Rajasthan

19. Greater Guwahati Water Supply Scheme, Guwahati 2003 399.40

Goa

20. Augmentation ot Water Supply and Sanitation In Goa 2003 681.00

MaIuIl'II-"tl'll

21. Mumbai Sewage Disposal Project (MSDP) Stage II 2004 2376m

22. Project proposal tor Maharashtra Urban Water Supply and 2005 7000.00
Sanitation Project Maharashtra

23. Infrastructure Development Program Including roads for Sangli, 2005 463.71
Miraj and Kupwad Municipal Corporation In Maharashtra

24. Integrated Prolect for Pune Redevelopment 2005 1000.00

K.rele

25. Project concept ot augmentation of Koehl Water Supply Scheme 2004 520.00
KOCHI

26. Project proposal for Water Supply Improvemenl8 and Sewerage 2004 743.98
Scheme to KOLLAM

Orl...

27. PropoaaI for Implementation of Sewerage InfruIructure services 2004 1213.70

In the town of Bhwaneehwar, CutI8ck, Smnbalpur and Berhampur
In state of Ort...

Madhya PradHh

28. Urban Water Supply and Environmental Improvement in 2003 • 303.50 million
Madhya Pradesh
 115 WriftM AnWBfS MARCH 22, 2005 116

2 3 4

Himachal Pradesh

29. Technical Cooperation Programme for Spatial Planning for 2004

Substainable Development of Urban Areas and Competence
Building in Himachal Pradesh

West Sengal

30. Elevated Mass Rapid Transit System (EMRTS) in Kolkata 2005 2385.20
(West Bengal)

Development of Cltle. and Town. which is being implemented in Mumbai

(Maharashtra). Koikata (West Benga1). Banga-
*280. SHRI G.M. SIDDESWARA : Will the Minister of
lore (Karnataka). Hyderabad (Andhra Pradesh)
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
and Chennai (Tamil Nadu).

(a) the schemes formulated by the Union Govem-

2. Integrated Development of Small and Medium
ment for the development of big and small cities and towns
Towns (DSMT) implemented in all Stat...
in the country with State-wise breakup;
3. Lumpsum Provision for the Projects I Schemes
(b) the amount spent by the Union Govemment '.
for the Benefit of North Eastern States including
under these scheme during the Ninth Five Year Plan, State-
Sikkim.
wise;
4. Accelerated Urban Water Supply Programme
(c) whether the funds allocated during the said
(AUWSP) implemented in all States.
period were adequate;
A new Central Sector Scheme of Solid Waste
(d) if not the details of provisions made for adequate
Management and Drainage to prevent bird menace In ten
expenditure on development of big and small cities ar\d
selected airfield town, has also been launched In October,
towns during the Tenth Five Year Plan, State-wise; and
2003 (during Tenth Plan).

(e) the number of cities and towns proposed to be

(b) The amount released by this Ministry under the
developed during the said plan period, State-wise?
above mentioned Schemes during the Ninth Five Year Plan
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND is glvenbelow:-
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHUlAM
Rs. in erore
NABI AZAD) : (a) The following Centrally Sponsored
Schemes a~ being administered by the Ministry of Urban Mega City Scheme 424.50
Development for development of big and small cities and
town in the country:- IDSMT Scheme 236.40

1. Infrastructurel Development In Mega Cities AUWSP 291.95

 117 Written AnsW61S CHAlliRA 01. 1927'{Saka) to Questions 118

Lumpsum Provision for Projectal 84.29

2 3
Schemes in North Eastern Aegion

3. Hyderabed (Andhra Pradesh) 81.79

Solid Waste Maf\agement and Drainage Nil
in Airfield Towns (Scheme
4. Kalkata (West Bengal) 92.69
, intllOduced
during 5. Mumbal (Maharashtra) 97.76
Tenth Plan.)
Total 424.95
Statewise details of the amounts releued under
above mentioned Schemes are given in the enclosed
statement I. II. III and IV respectively.
c.ntral Assistance Released under IDSUT
(c) to (e) The requirement of funds for urban
Scheme during 9th Plan Period
development in India is enormous and meeting such
(1997-98 to 2001-02)
requirement from budgetary sources along woulc! not be
possible. However. keeping in view the critical Itnportance
SI. State Central Assistance
of planned and harmonious development of cities and
No. Aeleased
towns in the country. substantially higher allocations have
(As. In lakh)
been made under the Centrally Sponsored Schemes tor
development of big and small cities and towns in the Tenth 2 3
Plan. A comparison of allocation of funds under various
Schemes during the Ninth and Tenth Plans Is given in 1. Andhra Pradesh 2521.82
enclosed statement V.
2. Arunachal Pradesh 61.00
Cities and projects are taken up on the recommen-
dations of the State Govemments, within the availability of 3. Assam 436.27
funds for each State. under various schemes.
4. Bihar 250.49
StMement-'
5. ChhaHisgarh 468.10
Ostalls of Amounts Spent under Mega City
Scheme during Ninth Five Year Plan 6. Goa 37.50

(Re.incr0f8) 7. Gujarat 2035.43

8. Haryana 820.00
SI. Mega City Central Share
No. released 9. Himachal Pradesh 394.94

2 3 10. Jammu and Kashmir 347.24

1. Bangalore (Kamataka) 74.29 11. Jharkhand 0.00

2. Chennai (Tamil Nadu) 78.42 .,. 12. Kamataka 2312.76

119 Written· Answe/'8 MAACH 22. 2005 to au.stfons 120

StMMrent-lll
1 2 3

Centrally Sponsored Accs/erated Urban Water

13. Kerala 962.08
Supply Programme (AUWSP).

14. Madhya Pradesh 1458.01

SI. Name of State Central share

15. Maharashtra 3195.31 No. released during

IX Plan
16. Manipur 110.60 (As. In crore)

17. Meghalaya 81.40 2 3

18. Mlzoram 280.40 1. Andhra Pradesh 3.61

19. Nagaland 121.00 2. Arunachal Pradesh 2.20

20. Ori888 870.34 3. Assam 8.63

21. Punjab 568.99 4. Bihar 5.12

22. Rajasthan 5. Chhattlsgarh 3.11

1021.31

6. Goa 0.75
23. Sikkim 134.00

7. Gujarat 11.98
24. Tamil Nadu 1349.03

8. Haryana 15.63
25. Tripura 274.06
9. Himachal Pradesh 7.06
26. Uttaranchal 240.00
10. Jammu and Kashmir 2.46
27. Uttar Pradesh 1855.11
11. Jharkhand 0.00
28. West Bengal 1585.31
12. Kamataka 22.08
29. Andaman and Nicobar Islands 0.00
13. Kerala 4.73
30. Oader and Nagar Haveli 12.00
14. Madhya Pradesh 31.31
31. Daman and Diu 18.00
15. Maharashtra 20.66

32. Lakshadweep 0.00

16. Manlpur 7.62

33. Pondicherry 30.00

17. Meghalaya 2.32

Total 23840.40 18. Mizoram 4.5'

121 Written AnswBIS CHAfTAA 01, 1921 (Saka) to au-tions 122

2 3 2 3

19. Nagaland 3.14 6. Nagaland Nil

20. Orissa 11.65 7. Tripura 16.89

21. Punjab 1.05 8. Sikklm 14.96

22. Raja8than 13.43

Total 82.49
23. Sikkim 0.58
Stlltement·V
24. Tamil Nadu 23.53
Comparison of Allocations Made for Various Schemes
25. Trlpura 6.53 during Ninth and Tenth Five Year Plans

26. Uttar Pradesh 71.24 (Rs. in crore)

27. Uttaranchal 3.27

Name of Scheme IX Plan X Plan
28. We8t Bengal 5.73 Allocation Allocation

Total 291.95 Mega City Scheme 500.00 1050.00

Bmtement·IV IDSMT 276.00 1304.66

Detail. of Amounts SpBnt under the Lumpsum AUWSP 370.00 900.00

Provision for Projects / Schemes in the North
Solid Waste Management 99.34
Eastem Region and SJlcldm during
Ninth Five Year Plan
.and Drainage in Airfield Towns

(Rs. In crore) NB: Under the Scheme of Lumpsum Provision for projectsl
schemes for the benefit of North Eastern Region and
SI. State Amount Sikkim, 10% of gross budgetary support of the Ministry is
No. released earmarked each year for development of urban Infrastruc-
ture in North Eastern Region and Slkklm. So far, the
1 2 3
Ministry has allocated full amount under this Scheme to

1. Arunachal Pradesh 18.15 North Eastem States.

2. Assam Nil [7ians/ation]

3. Manlpur 2.74 Development of Cltlea for Providing a..le

Facllltle. to Urban Poor
4. Meghalaya 13.46
2821. SHRI TUKARAM GANPAT RAO RENGE PATIL :
6. Mizoram 16.27
SHRI BIR SINGH MAHATO :
123 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2006 to ~tions 124

SHRI SUNIL KUMAR MAHATO : B• •ment

DR. DHIRENDRA AGARWAL :

State-wise details of the fund, released during the last
SHRI ILYAS AZMI : three years uncler National Slum Development
SHRI ANJAN KUMAR M. YADAV : Programme (NSDP)
SHRI HARIKEWAL PRASAD :
(Rs. in lakha)
Will the Minister of URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND
POVERTY ALLEVIATION be pleased to state : SLNo. Name of States 2002-03 20Q3.04 2004-05

(a) the names of the cities of various States 2 3 4 5

developed under the programme chalked out for providing

1. Andhra Pradesh 3389.00 3389.00 6581.00
basic facilities to urban poor people during each of the
last three years, State-wise; 2. Arunachal Pradesh 104.00 104.00 68.79

(b) the city-wise details of the funds provided by 3. Assam 0.00 219.61 563.41
the Union Government during the said period for this
purpose; 4. Bihar 1683.00 1683.00 3563.00

(c) whether the target fixed by the Union Govemment

5. Chhattisgarh 411.00 411.01 883.00

for various States has been achieved;

6. Goa 0.00 0.00 0.00

(d) if so, the details thereof, State-wise; and 7. Gujarat 1908.00 1860.89 2253.91

(e) if not, the reasons therefor? 8. Haryana 536.00 536.00 1047.00

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF 9. Himachal Pradesh 76.53 0.00 144.00
URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
(KUMAR I SEWA) : (a) to (e) Slum development being a 10. Jammu and Kashmir 687.00 687.00 934.00

State subject, implementation of National Slum

11. Jharkhand 0.00 0.00 0.00
Development Programme (NSDP) rests with the State
Govemment, and they formulate specific plans, programmes, 12. Karnataka 2061.50 2061.00 3622.00
schemes for provision of basic amenities, etc. In slum areas
13. Kerala 972.00 972.00 2083.00
in various towns/cities as per their priorities and make
necessary provision therefor in the State annual plan. 14. Madhya Pradesh 1568.00 1568.00 3359.00
Since the Ministry of Urban Employment and Poverty
Alleviation monitors the implementation of the programme 15. Maharashtra 5500.00 5500.00 10219.00
at State level only, city-wise data is not maintained. The
16. Manlpur 0.00 0.00 124.28
State-wise details of the funds released during the last
three years under NSOP are given in the statement 17. Meghalaya 15.43' 104.00 99.57
enclol:ied. No targets are fixed for various Sta.. under
18. Mizoram 104.00 104.00 100.00
NSDP.
125 Written Answers CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) to Questions 126

2 3 4 5 (b) to (d) Do not arise.

[English]
19. Nagaland 104.00 104.00 100.00

N.I.E.P.A
20. Orissa 0.00 0.00 921.00

2823. SHRI IQBAL AHMED SARADGI : Will the

21. Punjab 0.00 0.00 0.00
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
22. Raja.thaa 1402.00 1402.00 3005.00 pl~sed to state:

23. Sikkim 0.00 104.00 100.00 (a) whether 13 Educational Institutions In the State
of Kamataka have foreign tie ups;
24. Tamil Nadu 2570.00 2545.40 5457.00·
(b) if so. the details of the foreign Educational
25. Tripura 104.00 104.00 112.00 Institutions In India;

26. Uttar Pradesh 4010.00 4010.00 8594.00 (c) if so. whether the study conducted by the
National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration
27. Uttaranchal 173.00· 173.00 369.00
and commissioned by the MInistry of HRD comes at a time
28. West Bengal 3572.00 ,3572.00 7075.00 when the country is by signed any agreement on trade
in services;
DRS ConnecUon In EduceUonel
(d) if so. whether Bangalore has become 2nd city
Inatltutione
for providing Educational Institutions having through
2822. SHRI DAHYABHAI VALlABHBHAI PATEL: Wiu coUaborations; and
the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
(e) if so. the total number of the institutions
pleased to state:
presently in the country which offering Degrees to the
(a) whether the scheme for the Installation of DRS students from foreign institutions?
connection in the educational Institutions of Daman district
In the U. T. of Daman and Diu have been pending for THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

approval and financial clearance in the Ministry; HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
FATMI) : (a) to (c) As per a sample survey conducted by
(b) if eo. the details thereof; the Nation,,1 Institute of Educational Planning and
Administration (NIEPA). in thirteen States, there were 13
(c) the reasons for delay in giving necessary
Educational Institutions in the State of Kamataka with
approval; and
foreign tie-ups. As per this survey 59 Educational

(d) the time by which the proposal Ia likely to be Institutions from U.K .• 66 from USA, 2 from Canada, and

cleared? 1 each from Australia. Swltzefiand. France and Europe are

having conaboration In India.
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. (d) and (e) The Central Government have no IUCh
FATUI) : (a) No. Sir. informdon.
127 Written Answets MARCH 22, 2005 to OueItIons 128

(Trans/ation] and 15 NSS Regional Centres situated in different parts

of the Country.
Refreshment Amount Under NSS
(c) No complaint has been received in the Ministry in
2824. SHRI SURESH CHANDEL : Will the Minister of
this regard.
YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:
(d) and (e) Do not arise.
(a) the per student amount fixed for refreshment
under NSS scheme being run by the various schools and {Eng/ish]
colleges in the country;
Change In Name of AJanl Railway
(b) the manner in which the Government ensures Station of Nagpur
that the refreshment of the fixed amount is distributed
among the students; 2825. SHRI SUBODH MOHITE : Will the Minister of
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
(c) whether the Government has received any
complaints that a number of schools and colleges have (a) whether the Govemment has received a
withdrawn the amount meant for refreshment and did not proposal for change in name of Ajani railway s"';on of
distribute it among the students; Nagpur;

(d) if so, the details thereof; and (b) if so, the details thereof; and

(e) the action taken by the Government in this (c) the reaction of the Govemment thereon?
regard?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT) : (a)
OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) : No, Sir.
(a) Under National Service Scheme (NSS), a Centrally
Sponsored Scheme being implemented by various (b) and (c) Do not arise.

Universities, Colleges and Higher Secondary Schools of

Exten.lon of Munlclpalltla. and HAC. to
the Country, no amount is fixed for refreshment as such.
Fifth Scheduled A.....
However, the existing pattern of expenditure (per volunteers
per annum) on NSS Regular Activities and Special 2826. SHRI GIRIDHAR GAMANG : Will the Minister of
Camping Programmes is as under:- URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state :

Regular Activities Special Camping (a) the reasons for delay in extending
Programme provisions of municipality and NACs in Fifth Scheduled
Areas as envisaged in the Article 243 of the Constitu-
For Normal States Rs. 1601- Rs. 300/- tion;

For N.E. States As. 200/- Rs.400/· (b) the measures taken by the Govemment and the
States having Fifth Scheduled Areas so far;
(b) All the NSS programmes are monitored regularty
through Programme Adviser's Cell, located in New DeIhl (c) whether the Model Bill for extension of
129 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 130

municipality to the Scheduled Areas has been for- (b) if so, the proposals received from the State
mulated on the basis of the committee's recommendations; Govemments in that regard;
and
(c) whether the Government has examined such
(d) if so, the time by which the said Bill is likety proposals;
to be introduced?
(d) if so, the decision taken by the Govemment In
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND this regard so far; and
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
(e) if not, the reasons therefor?
NAB I AZAD) : (a) and (b) In order to extend the provisions
of Part IXA of the Constitution relating to municipalities THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
to Scheduled Areas, a Bill namely "The Provisions of the HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
Municipalities (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Bill, FATMI) : (a) No, Sir.
2001" was introduced by this Ministry in Rajya Sabha
on 30.7.2001. The Bill was referred to the Standing (b) to (e) Do not arise.

Committee of Parliament on Urban and Rural

{Translation]
Development for examination and report. The Committee
examined the various provisions of the above Bill and Scheme. for Upllftment of
based on the examination and deliberations with this Rurel Women
Ministry and other stakeholders, the report of the
Committee was finalized and presented in Rajya 2828. SHRI ILYAS AZMI : Will the Minister of HUMAN

Sabha in December, 2003. As recommendations of the RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:

Committee involved further consultation with other

(a) the details of the schemes introduced by the
concemed Ministries, the matter was duly referred to them
Govemment for upllftment of rural women in Uttar Pradesh
by this Ministry.
during the last five years and the funds allocated during
the said period, year-wise, Scheme-wise;
(c) No Model Bill is required to be formulated
based on the Committee's recommendations.
(b) whether there are certain fixed standards for
determining the introduction of the.e schemel>;
(d) Question does not arise In view of reply to part
(c) above.
(c) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons
therefor; and
Revl.lon of Seal.. of T.achers

(d) the reaction of the Govemment on the progress

2827. SHRI JUAL ORAM :
of the scheme implemented for the upllttment of the rural
SHRI P. KARUNAKARAN :
women In the State?
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state :
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI

(8) whether the Govemment has any proposal to SINGH): (a) The details of the Schemes Introduced for

revise .the ealary of the University and the College upliftment of the rural women in Uttar Pradesh are given

teachers; in the statement enclosed.

131 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 132

(b) and (c) Schematic norms for implementation of 4. 2003-04 Rs. 208.691 lakh
these schemes are given in respective schemes and may
5. 2004-05 Rs. 254.667 lakh
be seen at Department's website-www.wcd.nic.in.

(d) These schemes are being implemented satisfactorily (In) Swawlamban (NORAD) - The objective of'

and are therefore, being continued. the programme is to provide training and skill
upgradation to women to facilitate them to obtain
Statement employment or become self-employed on a
sustained basis. The target groups under the scheme
The Details of Schemes for upliftment of
are the poor and needy women and women
rural women in Uttar Pradesh
from weaker sections of the society, such as
(I) Swamlayantl Gram Swarozgar Yolana (SGSY) - Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, etc. Details
Under this scheme, due focus is given to of fund allocated during said period, year-wise,. as
empowerment of rural woman and their self- under:-
employment. As per the guidelines, 50% of Groups
formed at block level should be exclusively 1. 1999-00 Rs. 143.85 lakh
women group. Moreover, 40% of total swarozgaris
2. 2000-01 Rs. 205.80 lakh
assisted should be women. An annexure showing
physical and financial progress of SGSY in Uttar
3. 2001-02 Rs. 235.03 lakh
Pradesh since inception upto January 2005 is
enclosed. Percentage of women beneficiaries of 4. 2002-03 As. 335.28 lakh
SGSY has been 30.94, 31.93 and 29.33 during
2002-03, 2003-04 and current year (till January) 5. 2003-04 Rs. 167.38 lakh
respectively.
(IV) The Swa-Shaktl Project has been formulated
(II) Support to TraIning and Employment Programme for the benefit of rural women. Swa-Shakti Project,
for Women (STEP) - Scheme alms at making a assisted by World Bank and IFAD, is being
significant Impact on women In traditional sectors by implemented in nine States includln6' Uttar Pradesh.
upgrading their skills and providing employment on The implementing agency of the Project in Uttar
a project basis by mobilizing women In viable Pradesh is U.P. Bhoomi Sudhar Nigam. Details of
groups, arranging for marketing linkages, support fund allocated during said period year-wise as
services and access of credit. The target group under:-
covered under the STEP scheme includes the
marginalized, assetJess rural women and urban poor. 1. 1999-00 Rs. 198.24 lakh
Details of fund allocated during said period. year-
wise, as under:- 2. 2000-01 Rs. 270.00 lakh

1. 2000-01 As. 452.88 lakh 3. 2001-02 As. 226.00 latch

2. 2001-02 Rs. 373.17 lakh 4. 2002-03 As. 392.83 lakh

3. 2002-03 Rs. 390.87 lalch 5. 2003-04 Rs. 050.00 lakh

133 Written AnsW61S CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Sake) to Questions 134

Annexure

Physical aM F' ,Jrogress under SGSY since inception i.e. 1.4.1999

(Rs. in lakhs)

SI. hems 1999- 2000- 2001- 2002- 2003- 2004- TotallAvg. ge·
No. 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 JAN'05

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

UTIAR PRADESH

A. Flnanctal Prog.....

1. Total Allocation 29896.51 24218.13 14012.49 14012.49 19358.31 24231.81 125729.64

2. Central AllOcation 22422.38 18183.80 10509.37 10509.37 14518.73 18173.71 94297.16

3. State Allocation 7474.13 8054.53 3503.12 3503.12 4839.58 6057.90 31432.38

4. Central Releases 13337.96 7737.07 6316.37 7126.87 11756.85 16726.05 63000.17

%Central Release to 59.49 42.60 60.10 67.81 80.98 92.03 66.81

Central Allocation

5. State Releases 4197.12 2732.87 2036.28 2404.06 4030.53 4472.13 19872.99

% State Release to State 56.16 45.14 58.13 68.63 83.28 73.82 63.22
Allocation

6. Opening Balance as on 16001.62 24269.43 17376.47 12290.91 8565.72 7083.78 14264.66

1st April

7. Misc. Receipt 0.00 1324.37 624.30 728.46 844.74 515.63 672.92

8. Total Funds Available 33536.70 36063.74 26353.42 22550.30 25197.84 28796.59 172498.59

9. Total Funds Utilised 6628.31 19968.23 15536.66 14721.83 19564.60 206i!7.02 97066.65

%age of Utilisation to 19.76 55.37 58.96 65.28 77.64 71.70 58.12

Funds Available

%age of Utilisation to 22.17 82.45 110.88 105.06 101.07 85.21 84.47

Allocation

%age Utilisation on Subsidy 15.59 42.36 69.45 59.54 13.05 65.41 44.23

%age UtHlsation on 6.18 29.23 15.27 22.46 8.48 6.i3 14.69

Infrastructure Oev.
135 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 136

\ 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

%age Utilisation on Training! 0.16 3.68 8.78 5.86 3.18 4.10 4.29
Skill Dev.

10. Total Credit Target 65000.00 61755.00 61755.00 56500.15 37055.07 43592.66 325657.88

11. Total Credit Mobilised 10207.32 21286.78 20354.91 15475.99 20396.07 27298.68 115019.75

'''Ioage of Credit Mobilied 15.70 34.47 32.96 27.39 55.04 62.62 38.03

12. Credit Disbursed to SHGs 166.25 387.04 3987.90 9998.63 17316.35 20388.98 52245.15

13. Credit Disbursed to 10041.07 20899.74 16367.01 5477.36 3079.72 6909.70 62774.60
Individual Swarozgarls

14. Total Subsidy Disbursed 4659.86 10259.41 9731.47 8343.34 12045.74 15850.11 60889.93

15. Subsidy Disbursed to SHGs 76.68 246.48 2635.79 5778.49 10760.71 12680.18 32177.33

16. Subsidy Disbursed to 4584.18 10012.93 7095.68 2564.85 1285.03 3169.93 28712.60
Individual Swarozgarls

17. Total Investment 14867.18 31546.19 30086.38 23819.33 32441.81 43148.79 175909.68

18. Per Capita Investment 24514 25427 24783 24190 23070 22223 24035
(In Rupees)

19. Credit Subsidy Ratio 2.19 2.07 2.09 1.85 1.69 1.72 1.94

20~ Ratio of Investment on 0.02 0.02 0.28 1.96 6.43 3.28 0.92
SHGs vs. Individuals

B. Phyalcal progre•• (No•• )

1. Self-Help Groups (SHGs) 17389 37466 118457 206006 291288 310644 310644
formed since 1.4.99

2. No. of SHGs passed Grade-I 845 14114 32960 31068 28182 26261 133430

3. No. of SHGs passed Grade-II 110 1407 5744 7966 12245 12899 40370

4. SHGs Taken up Economic 173 227 2860 5908 10549 13224 32941
Activities

%age of SHGs Taken up 157.27 16.13 49.79 74.17 86.15 102.52 81.01
Eco. Activity to Grade-II
137 Written Answers CHAfTRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 138

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

5. SHGs Swarozgaris Assisted 1213 2649 31175 65342 121882 151381 373642

6. Individual Swarozgaris 59434 121415 90225 33127 18740 42783 365724

Assisted

7. Total Swarozgaris Assisted 60647 124064 121400 98469 140622 194164 739366

%age of SHGs Swarogaris 2.00 2.14 25.68 66.36 86.67 77.98 50.54
Assisted

8. SC Swarogaris Assisted 26130 58390 55402 50842 66134 87297 344195

9. ST Swarogaris Assisted 782 477 225 196 239 816 2735

10. Total SCIST Swarogarls 26912 58867 55627 51038 66373 88113 346930
Assisted

11. Women', Swarozgaris 15642 28865 70 30470 44899 56943 176889

Assisted

12. Disabled Swarozgaris 227 574 554 470 828 1476 3929
Assisted

13. %age of SC/STs Assisted 44.37 47.45 45.82 61.83 47.20 45.38 47.01

14. %age of Women Assisted 25.79 23.27 0.06 30.94 31.93 29.33 23.55

15. %age of Disabled Assisted 0.37 0.46 0.46 0.48 0.45 0.76 0.50

(English] better co-ordinance among neighbouring States to check

Inter-State Crimes?
Inter-State Crime.
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
2829. SHRI KULDEEP BISHNOI : Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT) : (a)
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state : to (c) 'Police' and 'Public Order' are state subjects as per
the Seventh Schedule to the Constitution of India and
(a) whether the Govemment proposes to evolve a
therefore, detection, registration, Investigation and preven-
functional mechanism to get over the difficulties posed
tion of crimes including Inter-State crimes are primarily the
by geographical boundaries In controlling Inter-State
responsibility of the State Governments. However. the
Crimes;
Govemment of India has, from lime to time, been advising
the State Govemments to give more focused attention to
(b) If so, the details thereof; and
improving the administration of criminal justice system and
(c) the steps taken by the Govemment to ensure to take effective measures to control the crimes. The Union
139 Wrinen AnsWSIS MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 140

Government has also been providing financial assistance on December 16-17, 2004, where it was agreed to further
to the State Governments under the scheme of Mpdem- increase and diversify trade on a mutually beneficial basis.
izatlon of State Police Forces with a view to equip them
with modern weaponry, state of the art Communication Women SHGe

systems, vehicles, intelligence gatherings equipment,

2831. SHRi P.S. GADHAVI : Will the Minister of
protective gear etc. to enable the state police to meet the
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
present day challenges.
state:
A Zonal Integrated Police Network (ZIPNET) system is
(a) the number of women Self Help Groups working
in operation with a computer-based linkage between the
at present grade women empowerment schemes State-
Sates of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan with Deihl
wise particularly in Gujarst;
for online exchange of information on crimes and criminals.

(b) the achievements of these groups during the

Indo-Czech Trade
last three years State-wise; and
2830. SHRI NAVJOT SINGH SIDHU: Will the Minister
of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state: (c) the number of women benefited till date under
the schemes, Scheme-wise and Slate-wise?
(a) whether Govemment propose to step up
bilateral trade with Czech Republic; and THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
(b) if so, the details thereof? SINGH) : (a) Statement-I indicating the State-wise number
of Women Self Help Groups fonned under the two self-
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
help group based women empowerment schemes of
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
Department of Women and Child Development, i .•.
ELANGOVAN) : (a) and (b) It is the constant endeavour of
Swayamsidha and Swa-Shakti is enclosed.
the Govemment to enhance bilateral trade with the
countries of Europe including Czech Republic. The steps (b) Statement-II indicating the major achievements
to promote bilateral trade, inter-alia, include exchange of of these groups State-wise is enclosed.
delegation at business and official level, encouraging
direct business level contacts, participation in trade (c) The number of women benefited till date under
promotion activities, etc. The Sixth Session of the Indo- the schemes, scheme-wise and State-wise is included In
Czech Joint Committee Meeting was held in New Delhi Statement-I.

Statement-'

S. State/UT No. of Self Help Groups formed No. of women benefICiaries

No.
Swayamsidha Swa-Shakti Total Swayamaldt\a Swa-Shaktl Total

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1. Andhra Pradesh 3887 3887 65379 65739

2. Arunachal Pradesh 263 263 4471 4471

141 Wrlften AnSW81W CHAITRA 01, 1921 (Sake) to Questions 142

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

3. Assam 2400 2400 40800 40800

4. Bihar 2552 441 2993 43384 6121 48505

5. Chhattlsgarh 1708 560 2268 29036 8099 37135

6. Gujarat 2978 2706 5684 50626 44848 95474

7. Haryana 1300 1550 2850 22100 22009 44109

8. Himachal Pradesh 800 800 13600 13600

9. Jammu and Kashmir 1250 1250 21250 21250

10. Jharkhand 2418 1678 4096 41106 22242 63348

11. Karnataka 2992 2149 5141 50864 38522 89386

12. Kerala 2468 2468 41958 41956

13. Madhya Pradesh 3667 2462 6129 62339 62339

14. Maharashtra 3573 3513 60741 60741

15. Manipur 300 300 5100 5100

16. Meghalaya 4"'-

LI 427 7259 7259

17. Mlzoram 301 301 5117 5117

18. Nagaland 600 600 10200 10200

19. Orissa 3600 3600 61200 61200

20. Punjab 1632 1632 27744 27744

21. Rajasthan 2935 2935 49895 49895

22. Slt<klm 556 555 9436 9435

23. Tamil Nadu 5426 5426 92242 92242

24. Trlpura 260 250 4260 4250

25. Uttar Pradesh 8343 5530 13873 141831 63907 205738

26. Uttaranchal 1060 571 1621 17860 7889 25539

143 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 144

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

27. West Bengal 4903 4903 83351 83351

28. Andaman and Nicobar 143 143 2431 2431

29. Chandigarh 102 102 1734 1734

30. Dadra and Nagar Haveli 90 90 1530 1530

31. Delhi 159 159 2703 2703

32. Lakshadweep 226 226 3842 3842

33. Pondicherry 300 300 5100 .5100

Total 63578 17647 81225 1080826 1080828

Note: The scheme of Swa-Shakti is being implemented in 9 States only, I.e., Bihar Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Haryana,
Jharkhand, Kamataka, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and Uttaranchal.

Statement-ll

(Rs. in lakhl$>

S. State/UT Amount Saved Amount inter-loaned Amount loaned

No. by SHGs by SHGs . by SHGs

Swayamsidha Swa-Shakti Swayamsidha Swa-Shakti Swayamsidha Swa-Shakti

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1. Andhra Pradesh 342.59 16.91 76.07

2. Arunachal Pradesh 4.55 NA NA

3. Assam 34.71 11.8 3.6

4. Bihar 88.48 42.02 NA 41.25 22.8 50.97

5. Chhattisgarh 91.49 31.89 65.9 42.95 44.43 18.53

6. Gujarat 97 287.67 14.82 333.44 10.85 86.75

7. Haryana 94.85 217.04 54.4 209.98 4.33 441.89

8. Himachal Pradesh 65.17 70.71 18.6

145 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) f46

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9. Jammu and Kashmir NA 0.01 NA

10. Jharkhand 87.03 110.34 33.22 227.68 18.37 131.18

11. Kamataka 443.5 611.48 511.94 1943.58 279.53 551.02

12. Kerala 197.7'6 166.21 17.65

13. Madhya Pradesh 148.89 194.84 64 305.16 255.02 185.15

14. Maharashtra 13.33 13.85 44.43

15. Manipur 12.63 11.71 0.1

16. Meghalaya 11.4 23.6 41.8

17. Mizoram 12.89 NA

18. Nagaland 46.01 14.27 0.4

19. OrIssa 58.46 16.86 138.99

20. Punjab 22.75 18.63 NA

21. Rajasthan 21.42 70.7 134.17

22. Sikklm 21.94 10.05 1.64

23. Tamil Nadu 436.15 474 451.8

24. Tripura 9.35 2.44 NA

25. Uttar Pradesh 55.22 756.54 0.26 2527.47 3.45 1414.11

26. UHaranchal 33.74 44.04 10.92 61.88 1.4 31.5

"

27. West Bengal 150.04 51.76 66.9

28. Andaman and Nicobar 4.12 NA NA

29. Chandigarh 0.98 1.28

30. Dadra and Nagar Havell 5 2.5 NA

31. Delhi 1.1 0.19 0

32. Lakshadweep 5.28 NA NA

33. Pondicherry 95.3 34.47 129.25

147 Written Answsnr MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 148

Industrial Infrestructure Upgredatlon (b) the details of funds allocated to individual

Scheme cluster and the amount spent in each cluster?

2832. SHRI SURESH PRABHAKAR PRABHU : Will THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be plealed COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI. E,V.K.S.
to state: ElANGOVAN): (a) and (b) This Department has, so far,
spent Rs. 212.49 crore under Industrial Infrastructure
(a) amount of funds spent on the development of Upgradation Scheme. The details of funds allocated to
cluster under the Industrial Infrastructure Upgradation individual clusters sanctioned so far and the amount
Scheme (!IUS); and disbursed are placed in enclosed Itatement.

Statement

(Rs. in lakhs)

SI.No. Name of the Cluster State Project Cost Central Grant Amount Released

2 3 4 5 6

1. Textiles Cluster Tirupur, Tamil Nadu 14350.00 5000.00 2500.00

2. Chemical Cluster Vapl, Gujarat 5431.00 4049.00 1250.00

3. Coir Cluster. Alappuzha Kerala 5680.00 4260.00 1420.00

4. Metallurgical Cluster Jajpur, Orissa 6250.00 4700.00 1586.00

5. Auto Ancillary Cluster Chennai, Tamllnadu 4720.00 3500.00 1170.00

6. Chemical Cluster Ankleswar, Gujarat 15283.00 5000.00 1670.00

7. Auto Component Cluster Pune, Maharashtra 5999.00 4499.00 1500.00

8. Cereals, Pulses and Madurai. Tamil Nadu 3996.00 2997.00 1000.00

Staples Clu.slltr

9. Textiles Cluater ludhiana, Punjab 1719.00 1269.00 421.00

10. Marble Cluster Kishangarh, Rajasthan 3680.00 2760.00 920.00

11. Auto Cluster Pitampura. 7329.00 4994.00 1665.00

Madhya Pradesh

12. Foundry Cluster Belguam. Karnataka 2478.00 1854.00 619.00

13. Machine Toolia Cluster Bangalore. Kam.taka 13555.00 4912.00 1637.00

149 Wrlttsn Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Queations 150

2 3 4 5 6

14. Gem and Jewelery Gujarat 8580.00 5000.00 1670.00

Cluster, Surat

15. Auto Cluster Vljayawada, A.P. 3108.00 2350.00 780.00

16. Textile Cluster, Panipat Haryana 5453.00 4090.00 1363.00

17. Pharma Cluster Hyderabad 6616.80

[Translation] no doctor or nurse to look after the health of students of

Navodaya Vidyalayas:
Land for Exten.'on of Metro
Rail Protect (b) if so, the reasons therefore; and

2833. SHRI BALESHWAR YADAV : Will the Minister (c) the alternate arrangements made to provide
of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state : medical facilities to the students?

(a) whether the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

complaihed to the Government for not providing land by HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI MAA.

the man~ements of Appu Ghar and Pragati Maidan, for FATMI) : (a) to (c) One post of regular staff nurse has been
sanctioned for each Navodaya Vidyalaya to look after the
the extension of metro;
health of students. In addition, a part-time doctor locally
(b) if so, the steps taken by the Government in this engaged by each Vidyalaya also visits the Vidyalaya for
regard; and periodical check up and treatment of the students. Facility
of Medical Inspection room is available in each Vidyalaya
(c) the results thereof? for proper care of sick students. If needed sick students
are taken to the nearby Hospitals.
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM [Translation]
NABI AZAD) : (a) No, Sir.
Inclusion of C.stes In ST list
(b) and (c) Do not arise. of Mahar.shtra

[English] 2835. SHRI HANSRAJ G. AHIR : Will the Minister of

TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state :
Medical Facilities In Navodaya
Vldy.laya. (a) whether the Govemment has received any
proposal from the Government of Maharuhtra to include
2834. SHRI CHENGARA'SURENDRAN : WHI the Halba, Mana and Govan Communities in the list of
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be scheduled tribes: and
pleased to state :
(b) if 80, the steps being taken by the Government
(a) whether the Government 18 aware that there i8 in thia regard?
161 WrIften Answel8 MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 152

THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER there is no proposal to provide such facility to other PSUs.
OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION It has also been decided to take back such accommodation
(SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) and (b) The Halba placed with various organizations on vacation by their
Community has been notHied as scheduled tribe (ST), employees due to retirement, transfer etc. with a view to
which is listed at SI.No. 19 of the existing list of STs augmenting the housing stock in the General Pool and to
of Maharashtra State. The proposals for inclusion of reduce the waiting list especially In respect of lower Types
Mana and Govari Communities In the list of Scheduled of accommodation.
Tribes of Maharashtra have not received from the State
Government. [Translation]

[English] Integrated Child Development Scheme

Retaining of Quarte,. Allotted from 2837. SHRI ANJAN KUMAR M. YADAV : Will the
General Pool Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
pleased to state :
2836. SHRI KAILASH MEGHWAL : Will the Minieter of
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state : (a) the funds allocated and reteased under the
Integrated Child Development Scheme during 2004-05
(a) whether the Directorate of Estate has allocated
and thereafter till date, State-wise;
some PSUsiautonomous bodies like Airport Authority of
India, Prasar Bharti and MTNL etc. to retain quarters (b) whether large scale misappropriation in pur-
allotted from general pool on loan/quarter exchange chases made under the said scheme In Andhra Pradesh
basis; during each of the last three years;

(b) H so, the number of such quarters provided

(c) if so, the details thereof;
by the Directorate of Estates to these PSUs as on
date; (d) whether the Government proposes to order any
probe to find the truth; and
(c) whether the Directorate of Estates proposes to
provide such facilities to the employees of other PSUs also (e) if so, the details thereof?
which have been given the status of PSUs during the last
five years; THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
(d) if so, the details thereof; and SINGH) : (a) State-wise details of funds released under
Integrated Child Development Services (I CDS) Scheme
(e) H not. the reasons therefor?
during 2004-05 (till 17.3.2005) are given in the Statement
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND enclosed.
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
(b) No case of misappropriation in purchases
NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) Retention of 242 quarters of
under the ICDS Scheme in Andhra Pradesh has COme to
different categories allotted to the employees of various
our notice.
PSUs, autonomous bodies etc. has been allowed.

(c) to (e) In view of the shortage of accommodation, (c) to (e) Do88 not ariM.
153 CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) 154

2 3
State-wiss position of funds relsas~ under
ICDS Scheme during the YlISr 2004·2005 18. Orissa 10666.93

(Rs. in /akh) 19. Punjab 3904.27

20. Rajasthan 11853.17

S. StateIUT Funds under ICDS
No. (General). World Bank 21. Sikklm 289.14
and Udisha
2004·05 22. Tamil Nadu 14397.55
(upto 17.3.2005)
23. Tripura 909.46
2 3
24. Uttar Pradesh 23186.37

1. Andhra Pradesh 7277.34

25. West Bengal 13069.59
2. Arunachal Pradesh 1316.36
26. Chhattisgarh 5327.21
3. Assam 8534.70
27. Jharkhand 5819.66
4. Blhat 11511.47
28. Uttaranchal 2398.77
S. Goa 294.52
Union Terrltorle.
6. Gujarat 9905.58
29. Delhi 1118.36
7. Haryana 4425.10
30. Pondicherry 219.89
8. Himachal Pradesh 2657.26
31. Andaman and Nicobar Islands 188.39
9. Jammu and Kashmir 3457.78
32. Chandlgarh 131.49
10. Kamataka 10654.35
33. Oadra and Nagar Haveli 50.13
11. Kerala 8373.16
34. Daman and Diu 38.98
12. Madhya Pradesh 12573.86
35. Lakshadweep 25.15
13. Maharashtra 14424.21

Total 193019.34
14. Manipur 1246.90

15. Meghalaya 963.31 Three Lang.-ge Formul. In KV.

16. Mizoram 644.18 2838. SHRI ATIO AHAMAD : Will the Ministar
of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
17. Nagaland 1164.75
atate:
155 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 156

(a) the total number of Kendrlya Vidyalayas In the (a) Central assistance is provided in accordance with
country which have the facility of teaching Urdu as a third approved pattern under the scheme "Grants for creation
language under the three language formula; of sports infrastructure" for construction 0' stadia and
playfields subject to the receipt of viable proposals from
(b) the number of Urdu language teachers working the State Govts. etc.
at present in Kendriya Vidyalayas; and
The proposal for construction of an outdoor stadium
(c) the steps taken by Government for providing at Katni was approved with Central assistance of Rs.
Urdu teaching facilities as well as deputing sufficient 15.685 lakhs on 18.12.2001. However, since the sponsorer
number of teachers to teach Urdu language in the of the project did not start the construction work even after
Kendriya Vidyalayas which are located in the States where two years and decided to shift the site from the Forester
Urdu has been granted the second language status? playground at Katni to some other site of Katni District, the
sanction was cancelled on 16.6.2004 and the State
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
Government was requested to submit proposal afresh
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
alongwith site plan estimate etc. The fresh proposal has
FATMI) : (a) and (b) At present Urdu is not being taught
not been received so far. Another proposal for an outdoor
in any of the Kendriya Vidyalaya.
stadium at Katni by an NGO could not be considered for

(c) There is a provision for teaching of regional assistance, as the ownership document of proposed land
languages including Urdu as one of the additional was not in order.
languages in Kendriya Vidyalayas. No Urdu language
During 1993 Central assistance of Rs. 50.00 lakhs was
teacher is appointed on a regUlar basis. However, if more
approved for construction of Gymnasiurn Hall and
than 20 children in a Class opt for studying Urdu as an
Swimming Pool at Satna. However, due to non receipt of
additional language, a teacher can be appointed on part-
required documents from the State Government within
tlrne/contractual basis by the concerned Principal of the
stipulated period. no grant was released for this project.
Kendriya Vidyalaya.
The sanction of the Ministry was subsequently cancelled

PropoS.1 for Development of Sport. In on 6.12.1996.

Madhya Pradesh
Moreover. the Centrally Sponsored Schemes relating
to creation/development of sports infrastructure are
2839. SHRI GANESH SINGH : Will the Minister of
proposed to be transferred to the State sector w.eJ.
YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to &tate:
1.4.2005. Thus. from 1.4.2005 the State Govemment shall
(a) whether the Government of Madhya Pradesh entirely fund the creation of Sports facilities for the
has submitted proposals to the Government to convert the development of Sports.
various play grounds into small stadia and to renovate the
(b) As explained in (a) above.
play grounds of Satna and Katni districts of the State;
(c) Does not arise in view of (a) above.
(b) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto;
and Garlic Export

(c) the time by which the sanction for the same will 2840. SHRl RAMSWAROOP KOLI : Win the Minister
be accorded? of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state :

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF (a) whethl'lr government is contemplating to permit
OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) : export of Gartic through Open General' Licence;
157 Written Answers CHAITF~A 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 158

(b) if so, the details thereon; (a) the financial assistance provided to Non-
Govemmental Organisations and voluntary organizations
(c) if not, whether Govemment has received any
running educational centres for the tribal women in
proposal in this regard; and
Maharashtra during the last three years and current year
till date;
(d) if so, reaction of the Govemment thereon?

(b) the educational centers especially in the Dhulia

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
district which have been recognized during 2003-04
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
and the number of such proposals are pending so far;
ELANGOVAN) : (a) to (d) Garlic is freely exportable, as per
and
present Foreign Trade Policy.

(c) the time by which these are likely to be cleared?

{Eng/ish]

THE MINISTER OF TRiBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER

Farm Hou...
OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGiON

2841. SHRI RAGHUNATH JHA : Will the Minister of (SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) The Ministry provides financial
assistance to Non-Govemmental OrganisatiOns for setting
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pieased to refer to the replies
given to Unstarred Question Nos, 932 and 3206 dated July up and running of Educational Cenlres namely, Residential
Schools, Non-Residential Schools, Hostels for tribe I men
13, 2004 and December 21, 2004 respectively and state:
and women and Educational Complex exclusively for
(a) whether the information has since been women for improving literacy among Scheduled Tribes. The
collected; finanCial assistance provided to the organizations working
in Maharashtra during the last three years and during
(b) if so, the details thereof and the action taken; 2004-05 tMI date Is as indicated below:-

(c) If not, the reasons for the delay in the collection

Year Amount (In Rupees)
of the information; and

(d) the time by which the information is likely to be

2001-02 24,78,600

collected?
2002-03 68,81,058

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND

2003-04 70,68,900
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
NABI AZAD) : (a) to (d) Complete information has not been 2004-05 1,65,59,138
received from the concerned agencies. The matter is being
pursued and the information wHi be laid on the Table of (b) and (c) 'Education' Is the State subject and
the Sabha as soon as it is obtained. recognition to educational institutions/centres is granted by
the State Government.
(Translation]
{Eng/ish]
Financial Assistance to NGOe for
Educational Centres Water Sports Stadium

2842. SHRI BAPU HARI CHAURE : Will the Minister 2843. DR. K.S. MANOJ : Will the Minister of YOUTH
of TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state : AFFAIRS· AND SPORTS be pleased to state :
159 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 160

(a) the number of Water Sports Stadium in the BEG at Kirkee (Pune)
country, State-wise:
Under Sports Authority of india Training Centre
(b) the number of proposals received from Scheme:
Government of Kerala for setting up of a water sports
STC, Kolkatta
stadium during the last three years and the action taken
thereon so far; and STC, Gandhinagar

(c) whether the Govemment consider a proposal STC, Ponda

for the same at Sports Authority of India center at Alappuza
where training for Cannoing and Kayaking is given? STC, Guwahati

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF STC, Trichur

OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAG DISH TYTLER) :

Under Centre of Excellence Scheme :
(a) As per the information received from Rowing
Federation of India. Indian Kayaking and Canoeing Kolkotta,
Association, and Swimming Federation of India, state-wise
Gandhinagar
number of Water Sports Facilities available in the country
have been given in the enclosed statement. Yatching CANOEING AND KAYAKING AND ROWING
Association of India has informed that there are no water
sports stadium for the sailing. Sailing clubs across the Uncler ABSC Scheme :
country are affiliated to the National Sporta Federation.
BEG, Roorkee
There are different types of boats and the sailing affairs
of these are managed by the respective boat class BEG, Kirkee
associations. The Yachting Association of India has 40
sailing clubs as their members. In addition, Sporta Authority Under STC Schemes :
of India (SAl) is presently imparting training to the selected
STC Bhopal
sportspersons in the following SAl Centres:-
Under Special Area Game. Scheme (SAG) :
Swimming
SAG, Jagatpur
Under National Sports Talent Contest Schemes :
SAG, Port Blair
St. Joaeph Indian High School, Bangalore
SAG Alleppey
Tashi Namgyal Academy Gangtok
Moreover, Central assistance is provided by this
Bhonsle Military School, Nasik Ministry in accordance with the approved pattern for
construction of Swimming Pool, Water Sports Infrastructure
Don Bosco High School, Guwahati
such as Boat House, Jetty etc. subject to the receipt of

Moti Lal Nehru School of Sports, RAI (Sonepat) viable proposals from the State Governments etc.

(b) No proposal has been received from the Govt.

Under Army Boys Sport, Company Scheme : ,
of Karala tor setting up. of a water epoIts Itadium during
MEG at BangalOre the last three years.
 161 Wl'i(ten AnSwelS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Sake) to OwsIions 162

(c) Sports Authority of India under its Special Area

2 3
Games Scheme has established a SAG Centre (Since
1987) at Alleppey to utilize the back waters (Natural Lake)
5. Goa
for training in Canoeing and Kayaklng and Rowing. The
Center has the necessary Infrastructure such as Boat 6. Haryana
Bouse, Fitness Center and Hostel accommodation to
Impart regular training to the selected trainees. 7. Himachal Pradesh 2

SIII.",."t . 8. Jammu and Kashmir

1. Number of Rowing Courses Available In the 9. Kamataka 1

Country.
10. Kerala

51. State No. of Rowing 11. Madhya Pradesh 2

No. courses facilities
12. Maharashtra 2
1. Andhra Pradesh
13. Orissa
2. Chandlgarh
14. Welt Bengal
3. Kerala
15. Uttar Pradesh 2
4. Kamataka
16. Uttaranchal 1
5. Orissa
3. Number of Swimming Facilities Avallab/tf In the
6. Pune 2 C.ountry

7. West Bengal
SI. State No. of facilities for
No. swimming
8. Tamilnadu 2

2 3
2. Number of Kayalcing, Canoeing and Rafting Centres
1. Assam
51. State No. of Kayaking, Canoeing
No. and Rafting Centres 2. Andhra Padesh 5

2 3 3. Bihar

1. Andhra Pradesh 4. Chhattisgarh

2. Andaman Nicobar 5. Chandigarh

3. Chandigarh 1 6. Deihl 2

4. Delhi 7. Goa 2
163 WrittfHt Answers MARCH 22, 2005 184

(d) If so, the reasons for adding more posts in

2 3
DDA?

8. Gujarat 6
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND

9. Haryana 2 MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM

NABI .AZAD) : (a) and (b) Delhi Development Authority
10. Jammu and Kashmir (DDA) has reported that the "The Times of India" report
is in reference to the cadre review of its Horticulture
11. Karnataka 8
Department. The cadre review committee has recommended
increase in the strength of supervising staff and officers,
12. Kerala 4
keeping in view the need for strengthening the supervisory
13. Madhya Pradesh 5 set-up in the light of substantial increase in the activities
of Horticulture Department. DDA has proposed to Increase
14. Maharashtra 14 the overall strength of its Horticulture Department from
4335 posts to 4375 posts.
15. Manipur

(c) and (d) No, Sir.

16. Orissa

Development of North-Eae! Trade

17. Punjab 4

2845. SHRI M.K. SUBBA : Will the Minister of

18. Rajasthan 4
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state:
19. Tamilnadu 4
(a) whether North Eastern Region. having
20. l!nar Pradesh 4 abundant natural resource and favourable Geographical
condition have the potential to emerge 8S the Centre
21. West Bengal 2 for trade and commerce for the South East Asia
countries;
Surplus Staff In DDA
(b) If so, the steps taken by the Union Government
2844. MOHO. MUKEEM : Will the Minister of URBAN to tap and exploit this potential fully;
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
(c) whether any action plan has been drawn in this
(a) whether the Delhi Development Authority has
regard; and
decided to add more top officials rat",r than l'1Cre8se th~

on-field staff as reported in the "Times of India" dated (d) if so, the broad features thereof?
November 25, 2004:
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
(b) if so, the facts thereof and reaction of the COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
Government thereto; ELANGOVAN): (a) Yes, Sir.

(c) whether as per the earlier reports and (b) to (d) The Central Government has taken speciflc
evaluations, the DDA has been adjudged to be top heavy steps to promote trade and investment,ln the North Eastern
with the surplus staff which is in search of new work and Region with its neighbouring countrl88. A minimum of 10%
jobs: and of the budgetary provision of varloul 1Che.".. of the
 186 Written An&wers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 186

Department of Commerce are earmarked for the Grant.e-ln-Ald for Housing and
development of trade related infrastructure in the North- Employment Facilities
East. The Department of Commerce has set up an Export
2847. KUNWAR MANVENDRA SINGH : Will the
Development Fund (EDF) under the Assistance to States
Minister of URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY
for Development of Export Infrastructure and other activities
ALLEVIATION be pleased to state:
(ASIDE) scheme with the objective of using the resources
for the development of exports from the North Eastem (a) the amount of grants-in-aid provided by the
Region. Under the Export Development Fund Scheme, an Union Government for making available housing and
amount of Rs. 23.52 crore has been released for 37 employment facilities to the poor people in Uttar Pradesh
projects. The Union Government through the Ministry of during 2002-03, 2003-04 and 2004-05 till date; and
Development of North Eastern Region sanctions and funds
(b) the number of beneficiaries thereof. year-wise?
development projects through Non Lapsable Central Pool
of Resources (NLCPR). So far, 646 projects costing Rs. THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
4001.01 crore have been sanctioned under NLCPR. URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVeRTY ALLi:VIATION
Against this, till February 2005, Rs. 2979.88 crore have (KUMARI SEWA) : (a) and, (b) Ministry of Urban
been released since the operationalisatlon of NLCPR from Employment and Poverty AUevlation is implementing a
1998-f19. All projects under NLCPR are infrastructure Centrally Sponsored Scheme named Valmiki Ambedkar
development projects. Awas Yojana (VAMBAY), since 2001-02, to provide shelter
or upgrade the e)(isting shelter for people living below the
Development of Cltl.s poverty line in urban· sluma. Whit a view to ameliorate
conditions of the urban poor, and to reduce the urban
2846. SHRI RAJENDER KUMAR : Will the Minister of poverty in the country, a Centrally Sponsored urban
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state: poverty alleviation programme namely Swarna Jayanti
Shahari Rozgar Yojana (SJSRY) Is being Implemented on
(a) the details of the schemes proposed for the
All India basis w.e.f.1.12.1991.
development of various cities of Uttaranchal States
especially in Haridwar District; The details about the fund released under the above
schemes to Uttar Pradesh during last three years and
(b) whether the Government of Uttaranchal has beneficiaries during the same period is given in the
submitted any proposal in this regard; statement enclosed.

(c) if so, the detaRs thereof and the decision being Smt.ment
taken In this regard;
Vslmiki Ambedkar Awas Yojana (VAMBAY)
(d) whether the World Bank is providing any
financial assistance for this purpose; and Year Funds released Dwelling Toilet Seats
(Rs. in Lakhs) units covered covered
(e) if so, the project-wise details thereof?
2002-2003 1104.06 5412 o
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF UR.BAN DEVELOPMENRT (SHRI GHULAM 2003-2004 1899.00 8462 o.
NABI AZAD) : (a) to (e) The information is being coliected
2004-2006 1991.95 8836 155
and will be laid on the Table of the Sabha.
167 Written An.....ts MARCH 22, 2005 188

Swams Jayanti Shahar; Rozgar YojanB (SJSRY)

Year Funds released No. of beneficiaries No. of persons Man days of workl
(Rs. in Lakhs) aaslsted to set up provided skill generated under
micro enterprises training wage employment
(In Lalchs)

2002-03 1671.76 11852 3993 3.12

2003-04 1571.74 6868 14452 3.83

2004-05 2122.61 4889 25729 1.78

Enrolment of Student. under S.S.A. under this scheme including the students benefited In the
country, State-wise?
2848. SHRI K.C. PALANISAMY : Will the Minister of
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
state: HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.-
FATMI) : (a) The number of children enrolled in the
(a) the number of students including SClST country during the last three years is given In statement-
ItUdenta ~beneflted in the country under the scheme of I enclosed.
Serve Shlksha Abhiyan during the last three years, Stale-
wise; and (b) Statement-II showing the nuntJer of chijdren to
whom free textbooks have been provided and the amounts
(b) the total amount provided to various State allocated to the States on this account during 2004-05 in
Govemments tor distribution of free text books to students enclosed.

SI.No. StateIUT Enrolment

Classes I-V Clasaes VI-VIII

2000- 2001- 2002- 2000- 2001- 2002-

2001 2002 2003 2001 2002 2003

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1. Andhra Pradesh 8906963 8828241 8615808 2823352 3089951 3366950

2. Arunachal Pradesh 162541 162495 171792 53220 53917 58417

3. Assam 4040631 4080610 3128986 1505487 1518648

, 10582H

4. Bihar 10673245 7809112 9413646 2551107 1913707 1756898

169 Written AnswelS CHAITRA 01, 1921 (Saka) 170

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

5. ChhaHisgarh 2972595 2751573 1061631 1146145

6. Go. 123759 120066 111926 72063 72653 74555

7. Gujarat 6770804 6494625 6335398 2224181 2380787 2802609

8. Maryana 2017855 1969544 2124184 935014 98888g 1099410

9. Himachal Pradeeh 694926 718310 720842 412784 402171 439813

10. Jammu and Kashmir 1062942 1059305 1090939 424641 476102 502915

11. Jharkhand 2854183 2919.790 776449 698085

12. Karnataka 6658003 6516535 6286455 2756492 2756206 2787659

13. Kerala 2594009 2523879 2496100 1788888 1765699 1704991

14. Madhya Pradesh 11113178 8265147 7710358 3482586 2887300 3088217

15. Mat-.rashtra 11720691 11528282 10900033 5337562 5724999 5957208

18. Manlpur 285580 298371 356799 121200 126905 124910

17. Meghalaya 325038 327132 391730 94091 96110 104420

18. Mlzoram 119737 134547 134150 44896 49572 51349

19. Nagaland 210571 212454 167972 68415 65883 59244

20. Orissa 4710000 4769000 4509693 1465000 15050()0 1473245

21. Punjab 2112224 2073388 1890013 990542 992701 1007386

22. Rajasthan 7921845 7932456 7846501 3278440 3306503 2513345

23. Sikkim 89576 77003 79058 27086 24622 28083

24. Tamil Nadu 5709445 5673757 6468267 3551490 3524036 3517039

25. Trlpura .470680 460507 449465 154955 165591 180513

26. Uttar Pradesh 14159790 13378223 22712307 4970214 4671768 6553182

27. Uttaranchal 1041798 1155717 489440 523383

28. Wett Bengal 10015955 10151382 9774543 3053390 3210627 33N454.

171 .Wrltten.Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 172

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

29. Anclaman and Nicobar 40204 40022 39625 22090 21692 21835

30. Chandigarh 66658 58050 65483 40236 36998 40930

31. Oadra and Nagar Haveli 28193 28604 32476 8658 9844 11081

32. Daman and Diu 15944 15877 16258 7313 7777 8374

33. Deihl 996133 1394230 1425508 475424 783232 834908

34. Lakshadweep 7995 8002 7353 4773 4788 4867

35 .. Pondicherry 102873 101348 97177 64415 66257 66712

Total 113826978 113883060 122397715 42810005 44828235 46845207

sr.t.",.nt-ll
2 3 4

No. of Chl1dren to whom Free Text 800Ics ....,.

10. Kamataka 556781 835.17
distributed and State-wise allocation of funds
for the pUrpose during 2004-05
11. Kerala 1912382 2868.58

SI. Name of State No. of AmOunt' allotted

12. Madhya Pradesh 8308333 4452.94
No. Children (As. in lakha)
13. Maharashtra 9284544 7427.70
2 3 4
14. Manipur 234299 351.46
1. Andhra Pradesh 392198 588.30
15. Meghalaya 375682 563.52
2. Assam 3049311 3964.09
16. Mizoram 179071 268.62
3. Bihar 3300348 3311.81
17. Nagaland 29302 43.96
4. Chhattisgarh 2612952 2612.96
18. Orissa 3404563 2893.88
5. Guj818t 348883 623.34
19. Punjab 622098 933.15
6. Haryana 1500962 2251.44

20. Rajasthan 409151 409.17

7. Himachal Pradesh 240087 360.14

21. Slkkim 20544 16.41

..
8. Jammu and Kashmir 747280 1120.92

Jharkhand 207.1982 3107.97 22. Trlpura 519187 778.78

173 Written Answers CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Sake) to QlJfNIIons 174

2 3 4 1IIega' foreign Trtpe

2850. SHRI JASHUBHAI DHANABHAI BARAD : Will

23. Uttar Pradesh 14399636 9788.08
the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
24. Uttaranchal 682818 911.64
(a) whether in some State.; people are being sent

6213507 to foreign countries in wrong methods;

25. West Bengal 9320.23

(b) if so, whether these people have been arrested

26. Andaman & Nicobar 17100 25.65
by the foreign police;
27. Chandigarh 35170 52.76
(c) if so, the steps being taken by the Union
28. Daman and Diu 8716 13.0& Government to stop such illegal trips;

(d) whether the Union Government has any data

Total 61476685 59792.75
of these persons;

Te'.ngana Armed Strugg'e

(e) if so, the details thereof; and

2849. SHRIMATI SUMITRA MAHAJAN : Will the

(f) the action taken against those held responsible?
Minister' of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINiSTRY OF
(a) whether the Government is considering to
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) and
declare all those who were part of Telengana Armed
(b) SUch instances have come to the notice of the
Struggle of 1949 as Freedom fighters;
Govemment.

(b) If so, the details thereof;

(c) All the State Governments/Union Territories
have been advised to take action against the personal
(c) whether such proposal was rejected by the
travel agents involved in such illegal migration.
previous Government; and

(d) and (e> Such data Ia not fTl8fntalned by the Union

(d) if so, the reasons therefor?
Government.

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

(f) The concemed State Governments are required
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT) : (a)
to take necessary legal action against the personaltravel
and (b) No, Sir. The Government, while enhancing the
agents Involved in such cases.
number of beneficiaries of the Hyderabad Uberatlon
Movement from the earlier estimate of about 11,000 made DI...ter Management College
in 1985 to about 15,000 In January 2005, laid a stipulation
that only those who partiCipated in the freedom struggle 2851. OR. THOKCHOM MEINYA :

upto 15.9.1948, i.e., before the Police Action in Hyderabad, SHRI RAKESH SINGH :

will be eligible.
WiU the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
(c) No, Sir. state:

(d) Does not arise. (a~ whether the National Civil Defence College,
175 Written AnsW815 MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 176

Nagpur and the National Fire Service College provide Lo.. 01 Crop. Due to Hailstorms
valuable contribution to disaster management process;
2852. SHRI SUKHBIR SINGH BADAL :
(b) if so, whether the Government proposes SHRI NAVJOT SINGH SIDHU :
upgradation and expansion of such institutes and set up
Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
a disaster management institute in view of the national
disaster occurring constantly In the country; state:

(a) the quantum of loss of crops due to recent

(c) whether the Government proposes to run a
hailstorms in Punjab and Haryana, district-wise;
regular training programme for making advance
preparations to tackle such disaster and also to create
(b) whether the Govemment proposes to give
awareness among people as to how to cope with such
assistance to the farmers whose crops have been
situations; and
damaged; and

(d) if so, the details in this regard?

(c) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF therefor?

HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) Yes, Sir.

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

(b) Yes, Sir. The Government has decided to HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : la) T¥ State

upgrade the National Civil Defence College, Nagpur and C:iovernrnents have not Informed this Ministry about the loss

has also proposed to upgrade 'he National Fire Service of crope due to recent hailstorms.

College, Nagpur. Further more, the National Institute of

(b) and (c) The farmers are entitled for relief for crop
Disaster Management (NIDM) is also in the process of
loss as per the norms and guidelines out of the funds
developing a comprehensive human resource development
available with the States under the Calamity Relief
plan for disaster mitigation, preparedness, response and
Fund (CRF) to which the Government of India contributes
relief.
75%.

(c) and (d) The National Civil Defence College,

[Translation]
Nagpur, the National Fire Service College, Nagpur and the
National Institute of Disaster Management, New Delhi Private Participation In Housing
undertake training of trainers and also organize training
programmes for planners, administrators and command 2853. SHRI SANTOSH GANGWAR : Will the Minister
functionaries in the area of disaster management. of URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
Government has also undertaken a nation-wide mass be pleased to state:
media awareness campaign through All India Radio,
(a) whether the Government Intend to promote
OOordarshan and private channels, print media and
involvement of private sector to solva the growing hOUSing
publicity brochures apart from bus back panels.
needs in the country; and
Disaster management has also been included in the
school curricula for classes VIII to X through the (b) if so, the details thereof?
Central Board of Secondary Education and the States have
also been advised to take similar action through their THE MINISTER OF STATE OF, THE MINISTRY OF
Education Boards for ge~rating awareness among URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
students. (KUMARI SEWA) : (al and (b) In view of growing needs
 177 Wrinen Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 178

for houses, it was impressed upon the State/UT Housing FATMI) : (a) to (c) Yes, Sir. The Committee submitted its
Ministers in the Conference held on 29-30 November, report with recommendation to the Govemment as per
2004 at New Delhi, the necessity for involvement of private details given below:-
sector in housing and inter-alia, recommended that Private
Sector should be provided suitable support. The (i) Cases recommended for 249

Govemment has also recently decided to allow Foreign reinstatement

Direct Investment upto 100% under the automatic route in

(Ii) Cases recommended for 198
townships, housing and construction development proj~.
personal hearing
Housing and Urban Development Corpol8tion (HUDCO)
provides loan aasistance to private sector organizations for (iii) Cases rejected which are 467
implementation of housing and infrastructure development not covered under Transfer
programmes. Guidelines of 2000

[English} After consideration by Govemment, 234 cases of

teachers whose appeals were considered and
Review Cases of K. V. Teachers
recommended by the Committee for reinstatement in K. V.S
have been approved for reinstatement.
2854. SHRI P.K. VASUDEVAN NAIR :
SHRI IQBAl AHMED SARADGI :
(d) and (e) Article 81 (b) does not spelt'< about
SHRI C.K. CHANDRAPPAN :
voluntary retirement or removal from service.

Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE

[Translation}
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
Arm. Licence
(a) whether a Committee was set up about 3
months back to review cases of Kendrlya Vidyalayas 2855. SHRI BRIJBHUSHAN SHARAN SINGH :
teachers who had been transferred (during 2000-04) SHRI ASHOK ARGAL :
following Transfer Guidelines of 2000; SHRI BHANU PRATAP SINGH VERMA :

(b) if so, whether the Committee has since Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
submitted its report; state:

(c) if so, the details thereof and the follow-up action (a) the total number of Arms licences issued in
taken by the Govemment thereon; Delhi during each of the last three years and thereafter
till date;
(d) the details of teachers who have since been
removed under Rule 81 (b) or proceeded on voluntary (b) the criteria followed for grant of such
retirement, category-wise; and license;

(e) the details of those whose cases have since (c) the total number of Arms licence In Deihl which
been reviewed and those who have been reinstatedlcalled have all India validity;
back?
(d) the criteria for validation of Arms licences
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF from Delhi to other States and vice-versa and a/l India
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. level;
179 Written AnsW6fS MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 180

(e) whether the Government has received any (c) There are 31902 arms licences in Delhi. which
complaints regarding irregularity in issuing All India Arms have all India validity.
Licences from Delhi;
(d) As per Rules 53(1) of the Arms Rules, 1962,
(f) if so, the details thereof; and on receipt of an application from a licence holder, a
\lncancing authority may extend the area of validity
(g) the action taken thereon? specified in this licence, if he Is satisfied about the need
of such extension, subject to the oondltion that the
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
concerned authority has the power to grant a licence in
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) The details
relation to the area. to which extension Is sought. As per
are given below:-
the guidelines Issued by the Govemment, aU-India licences
as a rule shall be granted in very rare ca.... The few
Year Number of licences Number of licences
exceptions where consideration could be given would
for Non-prohibited for Prohibited
comprise the following categorles:-
Bore weapons Bore weapons
Issued by ia8ued by the (i) Ministers and Members of Parliament:
Deihl Police Ministry of
Home Affairs (ii) Serving Officers of Defence Services, Police
and para-military organizations and officers of
2002 1442 15 Government having liability to serve anywhere
in India; and
2003 1304 16
(iii) Members of recognized Rifle Clubs and Rifle
2004 1230 4 Associations for bona fide Sports and Games.

2005 198 2 (e) to (g) References were received from some

(upto 9th March) Members of Parliament regarding extension of area validity
of the arms licence held by the private secretary of a
(b) The criteria for issue of arms licences include
Member of parliament. On examination of the matter, it was
checking of criminal antecedents of the applicant; found that the holder of the arms licence in this case was
genuineness of the need for acquiring a weapon and
not eligible for grant of ali-India extension as per the
threat perception. Grant of fresh licences for possession guidelines issued by the Government. Therefore. his case
of prohibited Bore (PB) weapons is restricted to the was rejected and the Members of Parliament concerned
following categories:- was informed accordingly.

(i) defence personnel who were allotted such [English)

weapons prior to 25th June, 1982;
Prevention of Genocide and
(ii) transfer of weapon on the ground of their being Mas. Crimes Bill
in long possession of the family treating them
as family heirlooms; and 2856. SHRI AKHILESH YADAV :
SHRI DALPAT SINGH PARSTE
(iii) persons who are facing grave and imminent
threat to their lives particularly from terrorists Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
and subversive elements. state:
181 Written ~elS CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) to Questions 182

(a) whether the Government has studied the THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
Draft Law Prevention and Punishment of Genocide and HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
Crimes against humanity Act, 2004 prepared by citizens FATMI) : (a) Ministry of Human Resource Development has
group comprising of retired eminent judges/persons of the constituted a committee headed by Shrl S. Sathyam, former
county; Secretary to the Gov!. of India to conduct a detailed enquiry
into the procedure adopted by Kendriya Vidyalaya
(b) if so, the details thereof; and Sangathan tor selection of candidates for teachers by
employing private agency and to give, Inter-alia, his
(c) the time by which the legislation is proposed
specific comments as to whether any candidate has
to be brought before parliament?
received any undue advantage by virtue of the procedure

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF adopted by Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan for the
selecllon and recruitment of teachers.
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : <a) to
(c) A Bill to enact a comprehensive law to deal with
(b) No, Sir.
communal violence in the country is under preparation. The
Government has received suggestions from different (c) Does not arise.
quarters for incorporation including a draft titled "The
Prevention and Punishment of Genocide and Crimes Rehabilitation of Slum Dwellers

agains) Humanity Act, 2004" prepared by a citizens group

2858. SHRI SAJJAN KUMAR : Will the Minister of
comprising of retired eminent jurists/persons. The
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
suggestions include provisions relating to definitions of
offences, measures aimed at their prevention and (a) whether 32 acres of land was allotted by the
prosecution, compensation, speedy trial of the offences Delhi Development AuthOrity In Tehkand to the slum and
and relief and rehabilitation of the victims of the riots JJ Department for rehabilitations of slum dwellers:
etc. The Bill will be finalized after wider consultations and
(b) if so, the amount paid by the Slum and JJ
is likely to be introduced in the Parliament in its next
Department to DDA for the land;
Session.

(c) the date on which the possession of the said

IrregularitIes In Kendrlya Vldyalayas
land was handed over to the slum and JJ Department:
2857. SHRI T.K. HAMZA :
(d) whether the allotment of the said land has baen
SHRI CHeNG~RA SURENDRAN
cancelled;
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE
(e) if so, the date of which this decision was
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
taken and the authorities who have taken such a decision;
(a) the composition and terms of reference of and

committees set up during the last five years to probe

(f) the specific grounds for change of decision
irregularities etc. in Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan;
thereof?

(b) whether any of these committees has submitted

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
its interim of final report eo far; and
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM

(c) if eo, the details of the funding8 If any? NABI AZAO) : <a) Yes, Sir. However, pouesalon of only
183 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 184

30.14 acres of land was handed over to Slum and JJ [English]

Department.
Encroachments and Unauthorised Conatructlona
(b) Rs. 1.92 crores.
2860. SHRIMATI D. PURANDESWARI : Will the

(c) 4.9.1997. Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:

(d) to (f) DDA has reported that it was decided that (a) whether the large scale encroachments and

development of this land would be done by DDA and, unauthorised constructions have been made by the flat-

therefore. the land was resumed. Slum and JJ Department holders of the various Cooperative Group Housing

was informed of the matter by letter of 3.6.1998. Action has Societies in Delhi particularly In the West Enclave,

been initiated to identify suitable land for Slum and JJ Pitampura which were allotted lands by the Delhi

Department in consultation with them and keeping In view Development Authority (DDA);

the availability of services etc.

(b) if so, whether it, is proposed to get such

[Translation] unauthorised constructions demolished by the Demolition

Squad of DDA or any other Government Agency; and
Bulc Facllltle. by MCD
(c) if not, the reasons therefor?
2859. SHRI MUNAWAR HASSAN : Will the Minister of
tHE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAtRS AND
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
(a) whether the Municipal Corporation of Delhi has NABI AZAD) : (a) Detection and legal action in respect of
failed to provide basic facilities like sewer line, connection encroachments and unauthorised constructions is a
of drinking water. street light and roads in various areas continuous process. In the case of West Enclave.
of Delhi particularly in Shanti Vihar, Durga Vihar, Shyam Pitampura, the building activities stand transferred by Delhi
Vihar. Roshanpura, Deenpur colonies in the Nazafgarh Development Authority (DDA) to Municipal Corporation of
area of Delhi; Delhi (MCD). The MCD have reported that unauthorized
constructions were booked so far in 48 cases of flat holders
(b) if so. the reasons therefor; and of Co-operative Group Housing Societies in West Enclave.
Pitampura.
(c) the time by which such basic facilities are likely
to be provided by the MCD? (b) Demolition orders under Section 343 of Delhi
Municipal Corporation Act, 1957 have already been
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
passed in respect of unauthorised constructions.
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
NABI AZAD) : (a) to (c) Municipal Corporation of Delhi (c) Does not arise.
(MCD) has reported that it has provided streets alongwith
drain in Shyam Vihar and Roshanpura colonies. MCD has Duping of Staff and Widows by

also informed that the other colonies mentioned have not DDA OffIcial.

been identified and referred to MCD by the competent

2861. SHRI SUNIL KUMAR MAHATO :
authority for incllj$ion In unauthorised colonies to be
SHRI V.K. THUMMAR :
provided basic civic facilities. MCD has further reported that
provision of street light. drinking water and sewer line does Will the' Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be
not pertain to it. pleased to state :
185 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 186

(a) whether some officials of Delhi Develop- {Translation]

ment Authority are reported to have been accused of
duping staff and widows through a shop allotment racket; Working In Hindi Language
and
2863. SHRI BHUPENDRASINH SOLANKI : Will the

(b) If 80, the details thereof and the action taken Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
thereon?
(a) the names of States in which work Is not done
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND in the official language Hindi;
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
(b) the effective steps takenlbelng taken by the
NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) Delhi Development Authority
Union Government for propagation of the official language
(DDA) has reported that they had received a complaint in
in the country;
November, 2002 from Shartlya Bharastachar Vlrodhi Samiti
alleging discremlnation In the allotment of shops to widows
(c) the estimated number of Hindi speaking people
of its staff and in costing of shops, The complaint was
in India as on date;
inquired into by DDA and a report was submitted to the
Lt. Governor, Delhi, who ordered Its filing, as there was (d) the language spoken or understood by the
no substance in the complaint. largest number of people out of the total population;
and
HOltlng of Commemonltlve Function. of
Political Leeder. (e) the reasons for which Hindi could not get Hs
deserving status?
2862. SHRI BACHI SINGH RAWAT ·BACHDA~ : Will
the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
state: HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT) : (a)
The States which do not have Hindi as their official
(a) whether the Central Government proposes to
language are as follows:-
host all commemorative functions of political leaders
henceforth; Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Goa,
Jammu and Kashmir, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashlra,
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Orissa,

(c) the reasons for taking over the commemorative Punjab, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Tripura and West Bengal.
functions so far being hosted by the Government of NCT
(b) The Union Government imparts to its non-Hindi
of Delhi?
speaking employees training in Hindi Language. typing
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND and stenography. Besides, there are various incentive
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM schemes for promoting use of Hindi in official work.
NABI AZAD) : (a) to (c) Yes Sir, the Central Public Works Committees have been set up at different levels to promote
Department has been entrusted with the task of organizing use of Hindi for official purposes of the Union. They include,
the functions at the Samadhis as per the earlier practice Committee of Parliament on Official Language, Kendriya
in existence prior to mid-2000. This will help maintain the Hindi Samiti, Hindi Salahkar-5amltls. Central Official
Samadhis-Complex better as also in overcoming certain Language Implementation Committee, Town Official
coordination problems. Language Implementation Committees.
187 Wrilttln Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to OutIstions 188

(c) 2001 census data on languages has not yet THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
been processed. However, according to the 1991 report MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
of the Census of India, the number of persons NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) Municipal Corporation of
who retumed Hindi as their mother tongue was Delhi (MCD) has reported that it would not be correct
337,272,114. to say that the drive against encroachments and
commercialisation of residential properties has
(d) According to the 1991 Census Report, Hindi is
failed.
the language spoken or understood by the largest number
of people in India. (c) to (e) MCD has reported that it has Initiated action
against the violation of permissible land use. Violation ot
(e) Hindi alongwlth English continues to be the
permissible land use was recently identified in 14
official language of the Union. According to Section 3(5)
properties in Defence Colony and 61 properties in Greater
of the Official Languages Act, 1963 (as amended in 1967)
Kallash-II. To prevent commercialisation of residential
use of English language shall remain in force until
propftrties, action under section 347 of the MCD Act 1957
Resolutions for its discontinuance have been passed
has already been initiated to prosecute the offenders in
by the Legislatures of all the States which have not
the court of law.
adopted Hindi as their official language and until after
considering the Resolutions, a Resolution for such Roads In Hilly Areas
discontinuance is passed by each House of Parliament.
2865. SHRI TAPIR GAO: Will the Minister of TRIBAL
[English] AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

Drive Against Encroachments and Commercia- (a) the details of the funds allotted to States
lization of Residential Properties for construction of roads, bridges etc. in hilly and far-
flung tribal areas during each of the last three years
2864. SHRI PARBHUNATH SINGH : Will the Minister
thereafter, State-wise particularly to Arunachal Pradesh;
of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
and

(a) whether the drive of Municipal Corporation of

(b) the details of additional funds proposed to be
Delhi (MCD) against encroachments and commercialisation
allotted to the States In the near future?
of residential properties has failed;
THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER
(b) if so, the reasons for the failure of the
OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION
drive;
(SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) A statement indicating detaHs

(c) the reasons for not taking any action against the of funds released to various States for construction of

properties identified by MCD which are being used for roads, bridges etc. in tribal areas during each of the last

commercial purposes in Defence Colony and Greater three years and thereafter, under ArtIc~ 275(1) of the

Kailash; Constitution is enclosed.

(d) whether there is any proposal now to take (b) The funds allocated to the states are based on
action against them; and well-defined criteria. The funda allocaled by the Planning
Commission under Article 275(1) are altered to the states
(e) if so, the details thereof? baled on such criteria.
189 WrIttBn MswetS CHAITAA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 190

State""",t

Grants released under art/cle 275(1) of the ConstitutiO!f of India during last th,.. yeatS

(Ra. in lakh)

S. StateslUTs 2001-2002 2002-2003 2003-2004 2004-2005

No. Amount Amount Amount Amount
Released Released Released Released

2 3 4 5 e

1. Andhra Pradesh 2715.35 2180.30 1785.00 2300.48

2. Assam 845.58 1023.40 668.87 574.54

3. Bihar 209.35 209.00 209.00 114.95

4. Gularat 3050.00 2250.00 2280.00 2515.00

5. Himachal Pradesh 78.00 80.00 80.00 88.00

6. Jammu and Kashmir 502.94 318.00 367.00 398.70

7. Karnataka 1314.37 904.35 797.00 770.00

8. Kerala 117.50 588.00 158.00 129.80

9. Madhya Pradesh 4346.06 4052.32 3821.58 4522.35

10. Maharashtra 2672.50 2925.00 2672.00 1470.35

11. Manipur 230.00 424.55 230.00 253.00

12. Orissa 4104.91 3641.60 2830.00 830.21

13. Rajasthan 2550.00 2224.48 2070.00 2200.00

14. Sikklm 239.38 83.00 33.00 36.30

15. Tamil Nadu 405.00 210.00 250.00 117.24

18. Trlpura 462.50 665.50 313.00 344.30

17. Uttar Pradesh 176.95 27.00 27.00 29.70

 MARCH 22, 2005 to QutJslians 192
191 Written' AnSWfJI"S

2 3 4 5 6

18. West Bengal 1406.67 1543.00 1763.00 1987.30

19. Arunachal Pradesh 200.00 300.00 200.00 220.00

20. Meghalaya 0.00 555.00 50.55 305.25

21. Mizoram 0.00 240.00 240.00 424.00

22. Nagsland 0.00 0.00 0.00 425.70

23. Jharkhand 2208.15 2808.00 2208.00 1555.27

24. Chhattisgarh 2086.77 2689.50 2089.00 2297.90

25. Uttaranchal 78.05 78.00 128.00 ·107.61

Total 30000.00 30000.00 25270.00 24017.93

[Translation] nomenclature of Development and Empowerment of

Adolescents.
Scheme for Adolescents
(b) The scheme is for development and
2866. PROF. MAHADEORAO SHIWANKAR : empowerment of adolescents and It's contents include the
SHRIMATI ANURADHA CHOUDHARY : following:-
SHRI MUNSHI RAM :
(i) Environment Building;
Will the Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be
(ii) Life skills education;
pleased to state:

(iii) Counseling including Online Counseling

(a) whether there is any proposal to formulate any
Service, Telephone Helpline In Cities and small
schemes for the adolescents during the Tenth Five Year
towns;
Plan;
(iv) Career Guidance/Career melas;
(b) if so, the details thereof alongwlth the funds
targeted to be spent by the Government on the aforesaid (v) Residential camps; and
scheme; and
(vi) Research and Resource Development.
(c) the time by which It Is likely to be started?
The scheme has been implemented since October,
THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF 2004 and the funds targeted for the remaining period of
OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) : the 10th Plan are Rs. 35 crores. (2004-05 - Rs. 8 crores,
(a) Yes, Sir. Scheme has been formulated under the 2005-06 - Rs. 13 crores, 2006-07 - Rs. 14 crores.
 193 Written Answers CHAITAA 01, 1927 (Sakai to Questions 194

(c) The scheme has already been started.

[English] FDI Approvals from January 2002 to December 2004

in the Agro-based Industries
Foreign Investment In Agro and
Rural Industrle. (A) Sector-wi..

2867. SHRI DUSHYANT SINGH: (Rupees in crore)

SHRI HARIKEWAL PRASAD :
SHRI TUKARAM GANPAT RAO RENGE PATIL: SI. Sector No. of FDI Amount of
No. approvals FDI approved
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
pleased to state: 1. Sugar 5 9.87

(a) the number of agro-based foreign industries in 2. Food Processing 101 573.48
the country, State-wise; Industries

(b) the details of the proposals received for setting 3. Vegetable Oil and 21 71.84
up of agro-based industries during the last three years, Vanaspati
State-wise;
4. Tea/Coffee 7 68.82
(c) the details of proposals approved till date,
State-wise; Total 134 724.01

(d) the measures beIng taken to explore possibilities (8) State-wlae

of new areas in agro-based Industries; and
(Rupees in crore)
(e) the progress made in this regard thereafter?
51. Sector No. of FDI Amount of
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF No. approvals FDI approved
c:.:OMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
ELANGOVAN): (a) to (e) According to the Reserve Bank 2 3 4

of India the number of Indian companies with FDI for the

1. Andhra Pradesh 6 20.96
period January 1, 1991 to January 31, 2005 is 9248.
Separate information with regard to number of foreIgn 2. Gularat 5 10.34
companies engaged in agro-based Industries is not
maintained. The extant policy allows FDI upto 100% under 3. Haryana 4 6.90

automatic route in most sectors/activities. Sector-wise and

4. Himachal Pradesh 52.50
State-wise break up of FDI approvals during January 2002
till December 2004 in sugar, food processing industries, 5. Karnataka 15 100.15
vegetable oil and vanaspati and tea and coffee sectors are
shown in the enclosed statement. The policy of FDI, 6. Kerele 6 10.61

including the procedures, Is reviewed on an ongoing basis

7. Maharaahtra 25 397.68
to enhance the inflow of FDI.
195 Written Answers MARCH 22. 2005 to Questions 196

Bill, 2005 in the current session of the Parliament. In the

2 3 4
Bill there is provision to make it mandatory to obtain a
8. Punjab 1 0.01 licence from the appropriate authority of the State
Governments/Union Territory administration to run such
9. Rajasthan 3 1.45 agency. Only after such a system is put in place, the
actual number Of private security agencies will be known
10. Tamil Nadu 22 44.61
to the appropriate authority in the States/Union Territories.

11. Uttar Pradesh 4 0.70 The above Bill proposes the necessary legal framework
to over-see the functioning of the Private Security
12. West Bengal 5 4.92 Agencies.

13. Chandigarh 2 25.10 Setting up of National Commls.lon on

Enterprises
14. Delhi 27 43.32
2869. SHRI GURUDAS DASGUPTA
15. State Not Indicated 8 4.76 SHRI C.K. CHANDRAPPAN :
SHRI KAMLA PRASAD RAWAT :
Grand Total 134 724.01 SHRI SUGRIB SINGH ;
SHRI ANANDRAO VITHOBA ADSUL :
Private Security Agency
Will the Minister of URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND
2868. SHRI GURUDAS KAMAT : POVERTY ALLEVIATION be pleased to state:
SHRI ALOK KUMAR MEHTA :
(a) whether the Government has set up a National
Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to Commission on Enterprises in the unorganizedllnformal
state: sector to address the urban employment;

(a) whether the Government has any proposal to (b) if so, the details in this regard;
legalise the private secllrlty agencies;
(c) the States where the employment scheme Is
(b) If so, the details thereof; likely to be implemented and the nature of employment
alongwith the estimated amount likely to be spent. State-
(c) the total number of such agencies in the wise;
country;
(d) whether the said Commission has drawn a
(d) whether the Government will have its control on proposal to address the urban unemployment in line with
these legalized agencies; the National Rural Employment Guarantee Programme;

(e) if so, the details thereof; and (e) if so, the details of the scheme mooted by the
Commission to generate employment in the urban areas;
(f) if not. the reasons therefor? and

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF (f) the steps taken by the Government to implement
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) to the said scheme?
(f) To regulate the functioning of the private security
agencies. Central Government propos.. to Introduce a THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF

n" Sill. namely the Private Security agencies (Regulation) URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
197 Written Answers CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) to Questions 198

(KUMARI SELJA) : (a) and (b) The Government of India (a) the details of the restrictions Imposed on foreign
has constituted the National Commission on Enterprises capital investment in regard to draining capitals and profits
in the Unorganizecllinformal Sector (NCEUIS) on 20.9.2004 to abroad;
to recommend measures considered necessary for
bringing about improvement In the productivity of (b) . whether any foreign investor can withdraw his
enterprises in the unorganizecllinformal sector. generation investments according to his will or he will have to wait
of large scale employment opportunities on a sustainable till the block period is over; and
basis. enhancing the competitiveness of the sector in the
emerging global environment, linkage of the sector with (c) countrywise details of the foreign inve8tment

Institutional framework in areas such as credit, raw made so far?

material, infrastructure, technology upgradation, marketing

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
and formulation of suitable arrangements for skill
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
development. The National Commission has been given
ELANGOVAN) : (a) and (b) All foreign investments are on
a term of three years.
repatriation basis. except for cases where Non Resident
(c) to (e) NCEUIS has prepared a concept note on Indian specifically choose to invest under non-repatriation
skill formation and employment assurance in the urban scheme or where the sectoral policle8 prescribe restrictions
areas, having regard to the fact that while unemployment on repatriation viz. defence sector, development of
has increased, the demand for a growing number of skills townships, housing. built-up infrastructure and construction-
required by an expanding economy has largely remained development projects. Dividend declared on foreign
unmet. It is envisaged that the unskilled poor will be investments can be repatriated freely.
enabled to acquire employable skills in keeping with the
market needs and quality for regular employment at higher (c) Country-wise FDI inflows during August 1991 till
wages/self .employment. The proposed intervention 8eek8 December 2004 are shown In the enclosed statement.
to focus on an assurance of employable skills through a
broad scheme, which would effectively ensure the creation Statement
of job opportunities by optimally bridging the mismatch
Country-wise break-up of FDI Inflows from
between the demand and supply of skills and incentivising
August 1991 to DecemsbfJr 2004
the placement of the beneficiaries of skill training. The full
potential of public private partnership is proposed to be
(Amount in Rupees crore)
harnessed for the purpose of assessment of individual
competencies. and development of training modules and
SI. Name of the Amount of Foeign Direct
certification methodologies.
No. Country Investment Inflows
(f) At the present preliminary stage of the proposai, Received
the question does not arise.
2 3
(Trans/ation]
1. Mauritius 38024.76
Inflow of Foreign Investment
2. U.S.A. 18048.05
2870. DR. DHIRENDRA AGARWAL :
SHRI HARIKEWAl PRASAD: 3. Netherlands 7940.06
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
4. Japan 7900.17
pleased to state:
199 Written Ans~ers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 200

2 3 2 3

5. U.K. 7013.66 28. Philtipins 187.61

6. Germany 5074.20 29. Austria 154.12

7. France 3123.89 30. Finland 153.94

8. Korea (South) 2605.57 31. luxembourg 146.39

9. Singapore 2581.28 32. Israel 142.06

10. Switzerland 2154.72 33. Bahrain 139.78

11. Italy 1866.65 34. Indonesia 134.42

12. Sweden 1842.50 35. Oman 101.93

13. Hongkong 1208.97 36. Spain 101.35

14. NRJ 1034.73 37. Saudi Arabia 75.59

15. Australia 625.32 38. Bahamas 75.58

16. Belgium 572.44 39. Moracco 69.97

17. Unindicated Country 567.90 40. Iran 62.61

16. Malaysia 561.31 41. Norway 59.15

19. Russia 495.29 42. Taiwan 52.81

20. Denmark 450.17 43. Bangladesh 43.n

21. UAE. 420.65 44. South Africa 42.99

22. Canada 384.70 45. Kenya 42.32

23. Cayman Island 332.50 46. Slovenia 39.07

24. British Virginia 328.15 47. Ireland 38.09

25. Bermuda 291.39 48. Panama 31.91

26. Thailand 259.24 49. Korea (North) 29.53

27. Cyprus 204.48 SO. Kuwait 25.44

201 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 202

2 3 2 3

51. Tunisia 19.84 74. Egypt 1.60

52. Liechtenstein 19.14 75. Malta 1.22

53. Czech Republic 19.08 76. Yogoslavla 1.13

54. Sri Lanka 18.57 77. Croatia 0.97

55. New Zealand 14.56 78. Muscat 0.89

56. Isle of Man 11.68 79. Nepal 0.85

57. Nigeria 11.53 80. Gibraltar 0.78

58. Greece 9.56 81. Tanzania 0.73

59. Channel Island 9.27 82. Hungary 0.70

60. West Indies 7.50 83. Bulgaria 0.64

61. St. Vincent 6.23 84. Virgin Islands 0.49

62. Liberia 6.13 85. Zambia 0.46

63. Portugal 4.57 86. Turkey 0.43

64. CHina 4.42 87. Vietnam 0.42

65. Ukraine 3.58 88. Qatar 0.40

66. Estonia 3.41 89. Maldives 0.36

67. Ice Land 3.14 90. Mayanmar 0.23

68. Belorussia 3.01 91. Peru 0.16

69. Cuba 2.58 92. British Isles 0.12

70. Brazil 2.49 93. Slovakia 0.11

71. Aruba 1.96 94. Nevis 0.10

72. Bhutan 1.90 95. Afganistan 0.10

73. Poland 1.64 96. Romania 0.07

203 Written Ans.wers MARCH 22, 2005 to QuestiOns 204

Agro Export Zon••

2 3

2871. SHRI THAWAR CHAND GEHLOl

97. Tatarstan 0.04
SHRI Y.G. MAHAJAN :
SHRI P KARUNAKARAN :
98. Argentina 0.04

Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be

99. Jordon 0.04
pleased to state:

100. Yaman 0.04

(a) the State-wise names of the areas declared as

101. Sudan 0.03 Agro export zones in the country by the Govemment:

102. Syria 0.02 (b) the funds sanctioned for these zones and the
progress made under this scheme;
103. Lebanon 0.01
(;:) whether any proposal declaring more areas in
104. Columbia 0.01 different States as Agro export zones is pending with the
Govemment; and
105. Costa Rica 0.Q1
(d) if so, the details thereof?
106. Mexico 0.01
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
107. Advance of Inflow 9869.00 COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
ELANGOVAN): (a) and (b) The position Is given in the
108. NRI·RBI Schemes 8426.95
statement enclosed.

109. Acquisition of Share 7278.02

(c) Yes, Sir.
110. Stock Swapped 256.50
(d) 30 proposals for setting up Agro Export Zones
for fruits, vegetables and other items submitted by 17 State
Grand Total 133892.85
Govemments are under consideration.

Statement

(investments in rupees in crores)

State Area Investments

Estimated Actual

2 3 4

West Bengal Darja,ling, Jalpaiguri, Uttar Dinajpur, Cooch Behar, Howrah 355.31 59.30
Murshidabad, Maida, 24 Pargana(N) and 24 Pargana(S), Hooghly,
Burdhwen, Midnapore(W), Uday Narayanpur, Nadia
205 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 206

2 3 4

Karnataka Tumkur, Bangalore Urban, Bangalore Rural, Hassan, Kolar, Chitradurga, 52.23 15.19
Dharwad and Bagalkot, Kodagu and Belgaum, Dakshin Kannada,
Uttara Kannada, Udupi, Shimoga, Chickamagalur

Uttaranchal Udhamsingh Nagar, Dehradun, Nalnltal, Pantnagar, Uttarkashi, Haridwar, 47.60 3.91
Chamoli, Pithoragarh

Punjap Fatehgarh Sahib, Patiala, Sangrur, ludhiana, Ropar, Singhpura, 60.48 43.57
Zirakpur, Patlala, satellite centres at Rampura Phul, Muktsar, Jullundur,
ludhlana and Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Kapurthala, Hoshiarpur and
Nawanshahar

Uttar Pradesh Agra, Hathras, Farrukhabad, Kannoj, Meerut, Baghpat, Aligarh, Janpad 130.99 25.89
Badaiyun, Rampur, Firozabad, lucknow, Unnao, Hardoi, Sitapur,
Barabanld, Saharanpur, Muzaffamagar, Bijnaur, Meerut, Bulandshahr,
Jyotifulenagar, Bareilly, Shahjahanpur, Pilibhit, Rampur, Badaun, Bljnor,
Moradabad, JB Phulenagar, Ghaziabad

Maharashtra Nasik, Sangli, Sholapur, Satara, Ahmednagar, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, 161.98 134.14
Ralgarh, Thane, Aurangabad, Beed, Jalna, Ahmednagar, latur, Pune,
Kolhapur, Jalgaon, Osamanabad, Dhule, Nandurbar, Buldhana, Parbhanl,
Hindoli, Nanded, Wardha, Nagpur, Amraotl

Andhra Pradesh Chitoor, Rangareddy, Medak, Mehboobnagar, Krishna, Karlmnagar, 172.51 57.95
Warangal, Ananthapur, Nalgonda, Guntur

Jummu and Kashmir Srlnagar, Baramula, Anantnag, Kupwara, Kathua, Pulwama Buclgam, 122.28 16.58
Doda, Poonch, Udhampur, Rajouri

Tripura Kumarghat, Manu, ·'Melaghar, Matabari and Kakraban Blocks 15.66 7.62

Madhya Pradesh Malwa, Ujjain, Indore, Dewas, Dhar, Shajapur, Ratlam, Neemuch 196.45 31.66
Mandsaur, Khandwa, Guna, Rajgarh, Sehore, Vidisha, Raisen,
H08hangabad, Harda, Narsinghpur, Bhopal, Shivpuri, Chhlndwara,
Jpsjamgabad, Betul

Tamil Nadu Dharmapuri, Madurai, Nllgiri, Theni, Dindigul, Virudhunagar, Tirunelvell, 75.68 21.82
Cuddalore, Thanjavur, Pudukottai and Sivaganga

Bihar Muzaffarpur, Samastlpur, Hajipur, Vaishali, East and West Champaran 12.13 22.10
Bhagalpur, Begu Sarai, Khagaria, Sitamarhi, Saran and Gopalganj

Gujarat Ahmedabad, Khaida, Anand, Vadodara, Surat, Navsarl, V.lsad, Bharuch, 78.8 5.94
Narmada Bhavnagar, Surendranagar, Rajkot, Jun.gadh, Jamnagar,
Amera.i
207 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 208

2 3 4

Sikkim North, East, South and West Sikkim 56.92 1.15

Himachal Pradesh Shimla, Sirmaur, Kullu, Mandl, Chamba and Kinnaur 57.07 0.00

Orissa Kandhamal 6.03 0.00

Jharkhand Ranchi, Hazarlbagh and Lohardaga 7.09 0.00

Kerala Thrissur, Ernakulam, Kottayam, Alapuzha, Pathanamthitta, Kollam, 56.11 3.10

Thiruvanthapuram, Idukki and Pallakad Wayan ad, Mallapuram

Assam Kamrup, Nalbari, Barpeta, Darrang, Nagaon, MOrigaon, Karbi Anglong, 17.53 0.00
North Cachar

Rajasthan Kota, Bundl, Baran, Jhalawar, Chittoor, Nagaur, Barmer, Jalore, Pali, 41.00 0.00
Jodhpur

Total 1723.85 449.92

[English) been allowed to be used for official purposes. Article 345

of the Constitution provides for adoption by the Legislature
Bodo Language
of a State of anyone or more of the languages in use
in the State or Hindi as the language or the languages
2872. SHRI SANSUMA KHUNGGUR BWISW-
to be used for or any of the official purposes of that
MUTHIARY : Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be
State.
pleased to state:

(b) and (c) In view of reply to part (a) above question

(a) whether the Govemment has taken initiatives to
does not arise.
help facilitate the use of the Bodo Language for all official
purposes since the same language has already been
Sanskrit Language In KVe
included in the 8th Schedule to the constitution by an Act
of Parliament in 2003; 2873. SHRI RUPCHAND MURMU : Will the Minister
of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
(b) if so, the steps taken so far in this regard;
state:
and
(a) whether the Govemment is aware that Sanskrit
(c) if not, the reasons therefor?
is not being taught in the Kendriya Vldyalayas;

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

(b) if so, whether the Govemment proposes to start
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANI!<RAO HODLYA GAVIT) : (a)
teaching the said ianguage in these vidyalayas; and
As per Article 343 of the Constitution onndla, the official
language of the Union is Hindi. English language has also (cl if not, the reasons therefor?
209 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 210

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF (Translation)

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
FATMI) : (a) to (c) Sanskrit is taught in Kendriya Vidyalayas Modem and Conventional Education

as one of the compulsory subjects from Classes VI to VIII.

2875. SHRI RAGHURAJ SINGH SHAKYA :
In Classes IX and X where students have to study two
SHRI NIKHIL KUMAR CHOUDHARY :
languages, they have the option to take Sanskrit as one
SHRI DANVE RAOSAHEB PATIL :
of the languages out of the three languages i.e. Sanskrit,
Hindi and English. Sanskrit can also be taken as additional Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE
I.e. third language subject in these Classes. Teachers have DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
been provided to teach Sanskrit subject in all the above
(a) whether the Govemment is aware that there is
Classes. As per the existing provisions of KVs, the students
need for synergy between modem and conventional
of classes Xlth and Xllth can opt for Sanskrit either as a
education in the existing system of education:
compulsory language subject or as an elective subject. The
work of teaching Sanskrit is entrusted to a Part-timel (b) It so, whether Government has fonnulatedany
Contractual teacher provided the number of students scheme in this regard;
exercising option to leam Sanskrit is 20 or more in a class.
(c) if so, the details thereof; and

Inclusion of North Bengal in

(d) if not, the reasons therefor?
North Eastern Region
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
2874. SHRI SUNIL KHAN : HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
SHRI M.K. SUBBA : FATMI) : (a) to (d) The National Policy on Education (NPE),
1986, as modified in 1992, and evolved on a national
Will the Minister of DEVELOPMENT· OF NORTH
consensus, has laid down a comprehensive framework
EASTERN REGION be pleased to state:
that guides the development of education in Its entirety. It
continues to be relevant and has stood the test of time.
(a) whether West Bengal Govemment has submitted
The policy envisages the need for re-organlsatlon of the
any proposal for 6 districts of North Bengal; for inclusion
education system especially, technical and management
in list of North Eastem Region;
education system with reference to the changes in

(b) if so, whether the Federation of Industries and economy, social environment, production and management

Commerce of North Eastem Region (FINER) has processes, .the rapid expansion of knowtedge and the
great advances in science and technology.
represented against this move; and

Policy provides that the existing schism between the

(c) if so, the details thereof and amount sanctioned
formal system of education and the country's rich and
for this purpose?
varied cultural traditions need to be bridged. The

THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER preoccupation with modern technologies cannot be
allowed to sever our new generations from the roots in
OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION
India's history and culture. De-culturisation, de-humanisation
(SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) Ministry of Development of North
and alienation must be avoided at all costs. Education can
Eastem Region has not received any such proposal from
and must bring about the fine synthesis between change-
the West Bengal Govemment.
oriented technologies and the country's continuity of
(b) and (c) Do not arise. cultural tradition.
211 MARCH 22, 2005 10 Questions 212

The curricula and processes of education will be (b) if so, the details thereof including the name and
enriched by cultural content in as many manifestations as location of the colony, the number of eligible persons and
possible. Children will be enabled to develop sensitivity the reasons for rendering them homeless before offering
to beauty, harmony and refinement. Resource persons in the alternative dwelling units; and
the community, irrespective of their formal educational
qualifications, will be Invited to contribute to the cultural (c) the action taken to rehabilitate them now?
enrichment of education, employing both the literate and
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
oral traditions of communication. To sustain and carry
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) to (c) The
forward the cultural tradition, the role of old masters, who
Chandigarh Administration had demolished about 2280
train pupils through traditional modes will be supported
and recognised. jhuggies in Palsora Colony No.2, Sectors 55-56 and in
Shaheed Shagat Singh Colony, Sector 49, Chandigarh out
Linkages will be established between the university of which 1056 persons have already been rehabilitated in
system and institutions of higher learning in art, archaeology, Sector 66 under the Rehabilitation Scheme, 1979. The
oriental studies, etc. Due attention will also be paid to the work is also under process for rehabilitating the remaining
specialised disciplines of Fine Arts, Museology, Folklore, persons and will be done as and when the houses are
etc. Teaching, training and research In these diSCiplines will reconstructed by the Chandigarh Housing Board. The
be strengthened so as to replenish specialised manpower jhuggies had to be demolished as the land under
in them. encroachment was to be allotted to the societies for which
members of the societies were agitating for a long time.
As educational development Is a continuous process,
Some of the demolished jhuggies were also covered under
constant efforts have been made from time to time in
the Rehabilitation Scheme.
consultation with State Govemments and other stakeholders
and appropriate changes have been brought about in the
Recruitment Qualification In PMF
implementional aspects of the policy. The key issues of
increased access and equity, quality, relevance, 2877. SHRI MADAN LAL SHARMA: Will the Minister
modernisation of content and processes of education, of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
reaching the unserved and underserved sections and
regions through the distance mode and incorporation of (a) whether the minimum qualification for
Information and Communication Technologies have been employment in Para-Military Forces is matric;
appropriately addressed at all stages of education.
(b) if so, whether the Govemment is considering to
{English] reduce the minimum age limit for employment in Para-
Military forces to under matric for applicants from Jammu
Demolition of Jhuggl•• In Chandlgarh
as is done in respect of some other areas; and

2876. SHRI PAWAN KUMAR BANSAL : Will the

(c) if so, the details thereof?
Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to slate:
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
(a) whether in a large number of cases, Chandigam
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) The
Administration had some time back demolished Jhuggies
minimum qualification for recruitment of Constable (General
of those persons who are eligible ... for aOotment of \

Duty) is Matriculation.
alternative dwelling units In accordance with the scheme
'ramed for the purpose; (b) No, Sir.
213 Written AnsWBrs CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 214

(c) Does not arise. [Translation]

Export to ChIna Popularisation of IndIan Hockey

2878. SHAIMATI MANORAMA MADHAV RAJ : Win the 2879. SHRI DANVE RAOSAHEB PATIL :
Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to SHRI NIKHIL KUMAR CHOUDHARY :
state:
Will the Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be
(a) whether India's exports to China mainly pleased to state:
comprises of four basic items like Iron ore, slag, coal ash
and Steel; (a) whether the Govemment feels the need to
popularise the National game hockey;
(b) If so, the details thereof;
(b) if so, whether any concrete programme has
(c) whether Govemment is considering to export been made to glamourise Indian Hockey; and
these primary commodities with value addition;
(c) if so, the details thereof?
(d) if so, the details thereof;
THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
(e) whether Chinese imports into India comprises OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGOISH TYTLER) :
of value added items like mobile communication gadgets, (a) Yes, Sir.
radio telephone handsets and DEDNCD players etc.; and
(b) The promotion of the game of hockey including
(f) if so, the details thereof and the measures taken taking steps to popuiarlze and glarnourise the game is
to protect Indian industry from these Chinese imports? primarily the responsibility of the Indian Hockey Federation
(IHF), which is an autonomous society registered under the
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISl:RY OF
Societies Registration Act, 1860. As per information
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
received from IHF, it is -conducting nationals at sub-
ELANGOVAN) : (a) to (d) Major items of export from India
junior and junior level to popularize the game at grass root
to China are diverse and inter alia Include iron are, primary
level.
and semj;.flnished Iron and steel, and value added items
which include plastic and linoleum products, process
The Government supplements the efforts of the
minerals and chemicals, drlgs and pharmaceuticals and
National Sports Federations including the IHF by providing
marine products etc.
financial assistance under various schemes of this Ministry

(e) and (f) Chinese imports Into India comprise for training and participation in Intemational sports events

electronic goods, organic chemicals, pharmaceutical abroad, organization of international sports events in India,

products etc. As regards the measures taken to protect holding of National Championship at Sub-Junior, Junior

Indian industry from Chinese Imports, Directorate General and Senior levels, training/coaching of National teams

of Anti-Dumping and Allied Duties (DGAD) initiates under Indian and Foreign coaches, procurement of

investigations on the basis of application filed by the equipment and by providing requisite technical and

domestic industry for ascertaining existence of injury to the scientific back-up. The Government has also been giving

domestic industry and submits its finding to the Ministry till 2004-2005 admissible financial assistance for installation
of Finance recommending, where appropriate, the amount of synthetic hockey surfaces under the ·Scheme of Grants
of anti-dun1)ing duty to be levied on such imports. for ',....1J8Mon of $ynthelic Playing Surfaces·.
215 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 216

(c) IHF has introduced Premier Hockey league in (f) Doubling our share of World Trade over next
the country with players from several countries participating five years will also lead to increased local employment
in it. opportunities on account of increased production and
exports. Both Government and Private sector are involved
Export Transaction Cost
in imparting training to augment specialised human
resources for exports.
2880. DR. CHINTA MOHAN :
SHRI RAJIV RANJAN SINGH "lALAN" :
[English]
SHRI HANS RAJ G. AHIR :
Tsunami
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
pleased to state: 2881. SHRI D. VinAL RAO : Will the Minister of
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
(a) whether transaction cost varying from 19"10 to
21"10 is levied on exporters; (a) whether the National Commission for Women
(NCW) has recommended to the Government to reduce the
(b) if so, whether comparative study in countries
period of presumption of death period for the missing
like China, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Thailand,
persons from 7 years to 3 years for the Tsunami victims;
Pakistan and Sri lanka was conducted prior to levy of this
cost; (b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) if so, the details in this regard; (e) the action taken thereon?

(d) whether there has been any increase in THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
export during this year in comparison to previous three HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) to (c) The
years; Ministry of Home Affairs have not received any such
recommendation from the National Commission for
(e) If so, the details thereon; and Women. However, in case of Andaman and Nicobar
Islands where the number of persons said to be missing
(f) measures taken to create local employment
is very large, guidelines have been Issued for payment of
opportunities and for training in export sector?
ex-gratia to the next of the kin alongwlth the death caS8S,
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF as per the laid down procedure.

COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.

Allotment of Commercial
ELANGOVAN): (a) to (c) Transaction costs arise out of
Land by DDA
stringent rules and regulations, complex administrative
processes, infrastructural deficiencies etc. An analysis 2882. SHRI SUKDEO PASWAN : Will the Minister of
carried out by the Federation of Indian Export Organizations URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
reveals that cost disabilities including transaction costs as
suffered by the Indian Exporters vary from 19-22%. The (a) whether the Delhi Development Authority has
transaction cost prevailing In other countries is not known. allotted its prime commercial land in I.P. Extension, Opp.
Palato Public School, Patparganj, Delhi to the welfare
(d) and (e) Yes, Sir. As per DGCI&S data there has association of the societies;
been an Increase in exports by 27.03% for April, 2004 to
February, 2005 over April, 2003-February, 2004. (b) If so, the social purpose likely to be solved
217 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 218

•
through this welfare Mahasangh, which is controlled by (d) whether the Govemment is contemplating to
only Traders, President and Secretary of few Societies 01 construct more markets on the vacant land of the Ministry;
LP. Extension; and

(c) whether the DDA has violated all set up (e) il so, the details thereof?
norms of allotment of this land to the welfare Mahasangh;
and THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
(d) if so, the action taken by the Government in this NABI AZAD) : (a) No, Sir.
regard?
(b) Does not arise.
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM (c) The Directorate of Estates collects Rs. 13.25
NABI AZAD) : (a) Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has lakhs (Rupees thirteen lakhs Twenty-five thousand)
reported that the allotmeht was made to Indraparastha approximately per month from the existing 45 markets.
Vistar Sahakari Awas Societies Mahasangh in OCF Pocket.
(d) and (e) There is no proposal to construct new
(Institutional Land).
markets.
(b) DDA has further stated that the purpose is to
Indo-Bhutan Trade
provide a common forum for dealing with technical,
financial and practleal problems relating to Cooperative
2884. SHRI NARENDRA KUMAR KUSHAWAHA :
Housing &nd to devise ways and means 01 solving these
PROF. MAHADEORAO SHIWANKAR :
problems, : and to organize Social, Culture, Community
activities for the residents of the area and members 01 the Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
Societies. pleased to state:

(c) and (d) DDA have reported that the allotment was (a) whether the Govemment has signed any
made as per norms. agreement on industryltrade with Bhutan;

[Trans/ation} (b) il so, the details thereof;

Construction of MIIrketl (c) the total percentage of Indian export to Bhutan

every year;
2883. SHRtMATI KlRAN MAHESHWARI :
SHRI HARISHCHANDRA CHAVAN (d) the percentage of Indian import from Bhutan:
and
Will the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be
pleased to state: (e) the total amount of foreign exchange likely
to be eamed by India as a resuH of the above agree-
(a) whether markets are coming up in Delhi on the
ments?
land which falls under the Mlrtls1ry;

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

(b) if 80. the details thereof;
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
(c) the monthly rent received by the Government ELANGOVAN): (A) and (b) Agreement on Trade and
from these markets; Commerce signed in 1995 between the Governments of
219 Written AnswelS MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 220

India and Bhutan lays down the basic framework agreement. Bilateral discussions on the new agreemeftt
governing trade and transit between India and Bhutan. The are expected to being shortly.
Agreement has been renewed with effect from March 2,
2005 in its existing format pending finalization of a new (c) and (d) The details are as follows:-

(In crores of Indian Rupees)

2001-2002 2002-2003 2003-2004 2004-2005

(Apf. to Nov.)

India's Exports to Bhutan 36.24 188.96 399.08 237.08

India's Imports from Bhutan 114.09 155.61 240.66 163.27

% SI:Iare of Bhutan in India's total export 0.02 0.07 0.14 0.11

% Share of Bhutan in India's total import 0.05 0.05 0.07 0.05

Source: DGCI&S, Kolkata.

(e) The trade between India and Bhutan is under such schemes particularly focusing on femaie
transacted in Indian Rupees and Bhutanese Ngultrums, literacy?
which have a parity.
THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MiNISTER
{English] OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION
(SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) and (b) Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Target under Tribal Development Scheme. is implementing 5 different centrally sponsored schemes
for development of Tribal population. These schemes are:·
2885. SHRI ANANDRAO VITHOBA ADSUL :
SHRI BRAJA KISHORE TRIPATHY : (i) Construction of hostels for ST boys and girls;

Will the Minister of TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to (iI) Establishment of Ashram Schools in TSP areas;
state:
(iii) Post Matric Scholarships for ST students;
(a) the details of the targets fixed and the
achievements under Centrally Sponsored Tribal (iv) Coaching and Allied Scheme; and

Development Schemes during each of the last three years,

(v) Grant to Tribal Research Institutes.
State-wise, Scheme-wise;
There is no provision in these schemes to prefix state-
(b) whether the targets under such schemes have
wise targets. However scheme-wise targets (both physical
not been achieved;
and financial) have been fixed in all the schemes except
. . \
the one mentioned at S.No. (Iv). These targets and the
(c) if so, the reasons therefor; and
achievements against last three years are given in
(d) the steps taken to achieve the targets fixed enclosed statement.
221 Written AnswelS CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) to Q(J6stions 222

(c) The difference between the targets and complete in atl respects so that physical and ~inanclal
achievement is due to non-availability of 50% matching targets are achieved. Moreover. three out of the above said
State share, inadequate proposals, in complete details, five schemes are already concentratlnglfocusing equally
and non-submission of Utilisation Certificates by the State on the female education also.
Govt. etc.
There is also a separate centrally funded scheme for
(d) The State Govts. are requested from time to time Improving female literacy named 'Educational complex in
through different fora to send proposals which are low literacy pockets.

St.tement

Financial Targets and Achievements (Rs. in Crore)

SI. Name of the Centrally 2001-2002 2002-03 2003-04

No. Sponsored Scheme
Targets Achievements Targets Achievements Targets Achievements

2 3 4 5 8 7 8

1. Construction of Hostels for 20.50 15.57 24.00 13.50 24.00 18.15

ST Boys and Girls

2. Establishment of Ashram 12.50 9.98 14.00 9.50 14.00 6.47

Schools in Tribal Sub Plan
Areas

3. Post Matrlc Schol,rships 63.00 66.78 67.50 52.97 55.50 66.41

for ST students

4. Coaching and Allied Scheme 1.20 0.22 0.95 0.25 0.95 Nil

5. Grant to Tribat Research 3.50 2.53 3.50 2.22 3.50 2.51

Institute

Physical Targets and Achievements

1. Construction of Hostels for 120 111 101 178- 101 49

5T Boys and Girls hostels hostels hostels hostels hostels hoet8l.

2. Establishment of Ashram 60 106 46 135- 46 49

Schools in Tribal Sub Ptan schools schools schools schools schools SChools
Areas

3. Post Matric Scholarships Not fixed 603060 840000 575815 690000 751781
for ST students students students ItUdenta students
223 Written Ans)t'elS MARCH 22. 2005 to Questions 224

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

4. Coaching and Allied Scheme Not fixed 535 Not fixed 1438 Not fixed Nil
students students

6. Grant to Tribal Research 15 10 15 12 15 12

Institute (TRls) (TRls) (TRls) (TRls) (TRII) (TRls)

·Grants-in-aid has been refeased on instalment basis.

[Translation] (c) The Delhi Urban Art Commission (DUAC) was

constituted on 1st May. 1974 under the Delhi Urban
Master Plan for Deihl, 2021
Commission's Act, 1973 with a view to preserving,
developing and maintaining the aesthetic quality of urban
2886. SHRIMATI JAYAPRACA :
and environmental design within Delhi.
SHRI RAMJI LAL SUMAN

(d) The names of ex-officio persons in the

Will the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be
Commission at present are as under:-
pleased to state :
(i) Shri B.S. Lalli. Chairman, Additional Secretary,
(a) whether the Delhi Urban Arts Commission was
Ministry of Urban Development.
not consulted in preparing the outline for Master Plan for
Delhi. 2021; (ii) Shri P.K. Pradhan, Joint Secretary, Ministry of
Urban Development.
(b) if so, the reasons therefor;
[English]
(c) the date on which the said Commission was
constituted and the main responsibilities entrusted to it; Electronic Import
and
2887. SHRI ADHIR CHOWDHURY: Will the Minister

(d) the names of ex-officio officers in this Commis- of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased tastate :

sion at present?
(a) whether electronic and electrical wastes are
being illegally exported every year from Britain to
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
developing Asian countries including India:
MiNiSTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) The Delhi Development Authority
(b) if so, the facts and details thereof:
(DDA) has reported that the Draft Master Plan for Delhi-
2021 has been formulate after wide ranging consultations (c) whether the international laws are totally flouted
with experts from the related fields, local bodies, by exporting firms In Britain and European countries;
professional organizations, etc. Central Government has
(d) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto;
permitted the Delhi Development Authority (DCA) to notify
and
the draft Master Plan for Delhi-2021 for inviting objections
and suggestions from individuals. government bodiesl (e) immediate precautionary step Government pro-
NGOs and all concerned. pose to take in this regard?
225 Written AnSwelS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 10 Questions 226

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRX OF (d) Does not arise.

COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
ELANGOVAN): (a) to (e) The ITC (HS) Classification (e) The State Ministers of Higher and Technical

of Export and Import items, 2004-2009 lays down that Education, in the conference held at Bangalore on January
10-11, 2005 arrived at a broad consensus on the need
imports of hazardous waste into India shall be subject to
for Central Legislation for regulating admission and fee
the provisions of Hazardous Waste (Management and
structures in private self-financing Institutions. A draft bill
Handling) Amendment Rules, 2003.
has been prepared for vetting by the concerned
EJectronic scrap is included under List A and B of Departments and subsequent circulation among stake-
Schedule-3 of the Hazardous Wastes (Management and holders and all the State Governments to elicit their views
handling) Rules, 1989 as amended from time to time. The for eliminating arbitrariness and malpractices in profes-
import of this waste, therefore, requires specific permission sional educational Institutions. Apart from this, a Committee
of the Ministry of Environment and Forests. No such of the Central Advisory Board on Education has been
perm/asion has been given by the Ministry till date. constituted on the subject of financing of higher Education.

Formulation of Scheme for Anganwedl Kendra.

Charging F... by AIU

2889. SHRI RAJESH VERMA :

2888. SHRI SITA RAM YADAV : KUNWAR MANVENDRA SINGH :

SHRI SURESH PRABHAKAR PRABHU
SHRI ALOK KUMAR MEHTA :

Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-

Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-
MENT be pleased to state :
MENT be pleased to state :

(a) the main functions of the Anganwadi Kendras;

(a) whether the Aeaociatlon of Indian Unlvel8lt1es
have formulated a scheme for charging fees In the various (b) whether any new/additional programmes are
Univel8ities; being Implemented through these Anganwadi Kendras;

(b) if 80, the details thereof; (c) if 80, the details, thereof;

(c) if not, whether the Govemment hu formulated (d) the number of anganwadis have full time
any scheme for charging the fee uniformly by the employees and what has been the addition to the number
Unlvel8lt1es and other institutions In the country; during the last five years, State-wise;

(d) if so, the detaiis thereof; and (e) the number of Anganwadl workers at present,
State-wise;
(e) if not, by when it is proposed to be taken up
in the near future? (f) the criteria of appointment of Anganwadl
workel8;
THE MiNISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. (g) whether there Is shortage of Anganwadi

FATMI) : (a) No, Sir. workers; and

(h) If so, the details thereof; State-wtse alongwlth

(b) Does not arise.
the action taken or proposed to be taken by the Union
(c) No, Sir. Government in this regard?
227 W"tten AnswefS MARCH 22. 2005 to Questions 228

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF monthly honoraria. as decided by the Govemment from
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI time to time. State-wise number of sanctionedloperational
SINGH) : (a) Anganwadi Centre is the focal point for Anganwadis during the last five years is given in the
delivery of services under the Integrated Child Develop- statement annexed.
ment Services (ICDS) Scheme. The package of services
under the Scheme comprises supplementary nutrition. (f) As per guidelines of the Scheme, the Angan-
Immunization. health check-up. referral services. pre- wadi worker has to be a lady (18-44 years) from the
school non-formal education and nutrition and health local village. However. State Governments are competent
education. to take an appropriate view regarding age. qualification
etc.
(b) and (c) In addition to ICDS. nutrition component
of Pradhan Mantri Gramodaya Yojana (PMGY) and a Pilot (g) and (h) In some States, all Anganwadi Centres
Project. in 51 districts, to provide free foodgralns
sanctioned by the Govemment of India have not been
to undernourished adolescent girls and pregnant
made operational. There has been constant emphasis on
women and lactating mothers, initiated by the Planning
the States/UTs to operationalise all the sanctioned
Commission In 2002-03, ant Implemented through
anganwadis as early as possible. As a result, the number
Anganwadi Centres.
of operational Anganadl Centres has Increased from
(d) and (e) Each operational Anganwadi is managed 545714 as on 31.5.2003 to 800391 as on 31.3.2004 and
by an Anganwadl Worker and a Hetpe; who are honorary to 698672 as on 31.12.2004 as given In the statement
workers from the local community and are paid fixed enclosed.

StI/.ment

SI. StatelUT No. of Sanctioned and Operational Anganwadi Centres

No.
As on As on As on As on As on
31.3.2001 31.3.2001 31.3.2001 31.3.2001 31.3.2001

Sane- Opera- Sanc- Opera- Sane- Opera- Sanc- Opera- Sanc- Opera-
tioned tional tioned tlonal tloned tional tloned tlonal tioned tiona!

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

1. Andhra Pradesh 36668 32215 37297 36140 53700 52419 54312 53564 54312 53713

2. Arunachal Pradesh 2821 1214 2621 1637 2326 1319 2359 2286 2359 2569 -

3. Assam 15647 14846 10383 13149 20162 19719 25418 25302 26416 25302

4. Bihar NA NA 20058 17683 20058 17683 60813 24871 60813 32047

5. Chhattlsgarh 20234 19473 20289 19965 20289 20146 20289 20277 20289 20289

6. Goa 1216 1017 1216 1017 1216 1011 1012 1012 1012 1012
229 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 230

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

7. Gujarat 35933 30614 37961 31131 37961 32830 37961 35441 37961 37072

8. Haryana. 13546 13543 13546 13545 13546 13548 13548 13546 13546 13548

9. Himachal Pradesh 7123 7123 7123 7121 7354 7314 7354 7354 7354 7354

10. Jammu and Kashmir 7153 6261 10322 10049 10321 10125 11821 10227 11821 10227

11. Jharkhand NA NA 16689 14549 12478 11372 23078 14967 23078 18002

12. Kamataka 40170 40093 40170 40133 40301 40285 40301 40301 40301 40301

13. Kerala 19988 18895 25393 22637 25315 24289 25393 24415 25393 25187

14. Madhya Pradesh 37934 35052 46928 45946 47728 47229 49784 48922 49787 49328

15. Maha....htra 48042 44980 48058 44896 61866 56235 62716 58109 62716 61558

16. Manipur 4181 4128 4413 4376 4413 4371 4501 4499 4501 4500

17. Meghalaya 2218 2155 2218 2165 2218 2200 2218 2217 2218 2218

18. Mlzoram 1341 1273 1341 1283 1341 1193 1381 1341 1361 1361

19. Nagaland 2688 2556 2593 2669 2595 2575 2770 2770 2770 2770

2O.0rle8a 28612 28367 31866 29811 31856 31209 34201 34201 34201 34201

21. Punjab 14821 12785 15829 13540 15829 14017 15829 14018 14730 14730

22. Rajasthan 27233 26477 35710 34723 35710 35457 35821 35888 35821 35821

23. Sikkim 499 472 500 494 500 492 500 500 500 500

24. Tamil Nadu 44278 31618 45136 31712 42279 31713 42377 30059 42677 42677

25. Trlpura 3537 3493 3537 3499 3892 3553 3786 3692 3874 3768

26. Uttar Pradesh 61992 53141 64282 54402 84570 58871 103104 75005 108059 94880

27. Uttaranchal NA NA 4243 3811 4243 3971 6378 5824 6658 6399

28. West Bengal 47225 40543 47863 38407 56544 51700 57540 53354 57540 54203

29. Andaman and Nicobar 527 425 527 429 527 429 527 429 527 429
231 Wt1tten AnsWers MARCH 22, 2005 to Qu.stIons 232

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

30. Chandigarh 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300

31. Delhi 3842 3842 3842 3842 3842 3842 3902 3842 3902 3842

32. Dadra and Nagar Haveli 125 125 125 125 138 138 138 138 138 138

33. Daman and Diu 87 77 87 77 87 87 87 87 87 87

34. Lakshadweep 74 74 74 74 74 74 74 74 74 74

35. Pondicherry 677 677 677 677 677 677 677 677 677 677

All India 528408 475844 601206 545714 646045 600391 752246 649405 754773 698672

Women-Literacy and Employment (b) Under the schemes of Support to Training and
Employment Programme (STEP), Swawlamban, Swa-
2890. SHRI G. KARUNAKARA REDDY : Will the Shakti, Swayamsidha and Rashtriya Mahlla K08h of
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
Department of Women and Child Development, income
pleased to state :
generation training programmes for women and girls are
organised to promote their employment.
(a) the comparative position of women's literacy
and employment in the country, State-wise particularly in
(c) and (d) Setting up of Women's Development
Karnataka;
Corporations comes within the purview of the State

(b) the steps being taken by the Union Govemment Govemments. As per the Information available with the

to open more employment avenues for the increased Department of Wom&n and Child Development, the
number of literate women of these States; following StateslUT have set up Women's Development
Corporations:-
(c) whether the Govemment propose to set up a
Women's Development Corporation in Kamataka and 1. Andhra Pradesh
other parts of the country for addressing the development
needs of this deserving section; and 2. Bihar

(d) if not, the reasons theretoe? 3. Chandigarh

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF 4. Gujarat

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
5. Haryana
SINGH) : (a) A comparative statement-I showing the
position of women's lit8f1lCY, State-wise as per the Census
6. Himachal Pradesh
data maintained by the Registrar General of India
(RGI), Ministry of Home Affairs is enclosed. A ,Imn.r 7. Jammu and Kashmir
statement-II showing the positio" of women's employment
at enclosed. 8. Kamataka
233 Wrfften Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 234

9. Kerala
2 3 4 5

10. Madhya Pradesh

10. Maharashtra 88.0 76.6 10
11. Maharashtra
11. Himachal Prade8h 85.3 75.4 11
12. Manipur
12. Uttaranchal 83.3 72.9 14
13. Orissa
13. Tamil Nadu 82.4 73.7 12

14. Tamil Nadu

14. Trlpura 81.0 70.6 16

15. Uttar Pradesh

15. Manipu" eo.3 71.6 15

16. West Bengal

16. Gujarat 79.7 73.1 13

Statement
17. Haryana 78.5 69.1 17

State/Union terrItorleIII in dsctmding order of

18. Chhattisgarh 77.4 58.1 26
literacy rate (Male) In 2001
19. West Bengal 77.0 67.8 18
Rank StatelUnlon Literacy rate Rank
20. Karnataka 76.1 67.3 20
In territory In
2001 2001 1991 1991
21. Madhya Pradesh 78.1 58.5 25

1 2 3 4 5 76.0 65.7 21
22. Sikkirn

INDIA',' 75.3 64.1 23. Rajasthan 75.7 55.0 29

1. Kerala 94.2 93.6 24. Ori88a 75.3 83.1 23

2. Lakshadweep' 92.6 90.2 2 25. Punjab 75.2 65.7 22

3. Mlzoram 90.7 85.6 3 26. Assam 71.3 61.9 2"

4. Pondlcherry' 88.6 83.7 4 27. oadra and Nagar 71.2 53.6 31

Haven,
5. Goa 88.4 83.8 5
28. Nagaland 71.2 67.6 19
6. Deihl' 87.3 82.0 8
29. Andhra Pradesh 70.3 55.1 28
7. Daman and Diu' 88.8 82.7 6
30. Uttar Pradesh 68.8 54.8 30
8. Andaman and Nicobar 86.3 79.0 9
Islands' 31. Jhar1<hand 67.3 55.8 27

8. Chandtgarh. 88.1 82.0 7 Jammu and Kashmir' 86.6 N.A.

235 Written Al15wers MARCH 22, 2005 to Ouestions 236

2 3 4 5 2 3 4 5

32. Meghalaya 65.4 53.1 32 13. Tamil Nadu 84.4 51.3 13

33. Arunachal Pradesh 63.8 51.5 33 14. Punjab 63.4 50.4 14

15. Nagaland 61.5 54.7 10

34. Bihar 59.7 51.4 34
16. Manlpurl' 60.5 47.6 17
1. Excludes Jammu and Kashmir for rankng aB 1991
Census data is not available. 17. Sikkim 60.4 46.8 18

2. Excludes figures of Paomata, Mao Maram and Puru 16. Uttaranchal 59.6 41.7 23
Bub·divisions of Senapati district of Manipur for 2001.
19. West Bengal 59.6 46.6 19
StateiUnion territories' in dSCflflding order of
20. Meghalaya 59.6 44.9 20
literacy rate (Fema/e) in 2001
21. Gujarat 57.8 48.6 16
Rank State/Union Literacy rate Rank
In territory in 22. Karnataka 59.9 44.3 21
2001 2001 1991 1991
23. Haryana 55.7 40.5 24

2 3 4 5 24. Assam 54.6 43.0 22

25. Chhattiegarh 51.9 27.5 29

INDIA',! 53.7 39.3
26. Ort... 50.5 34.7 25
1. Kerala 87.7 86.2
27. Andhra Pradesh 50.4 32.7 28
2. Mizoram. 86.7 78.6 2
28. Madhya Pradesh SO.3 29.4 28
3. Lakshadweep' 80.5 72.9 3
29. Rajasthan 43.9 20.4 34
4. Chandlgarh. 76.5 72.3 4
30. Arunachal Pradesh 43.5 29.7 27
5. Goa 75.4 67.1 5
Jammu and Kashmir' 43.0 N.A.
6. Andaman and Nicobar 75.2 65.5 8
Islands. 31. Uttar Pradesh 42.2 24.4 32

32. Oadra an Nagar 40.2 27.0 30

7. Delhi' 74.7 67.0 6
Haveli.
8. Pondicherry' 73.9 65.6 7
33. Jharkhand 38.9 25.5 31
9. Himachal Pradesh 67.4 52.1 12
34. Bihar 33.1 22.0 33
10. Maharashtra 67.0 52.3 11
1. Excludes Jammu and Kashmir for rankng as 1991
11. Daman and Diu' 65.6 59.4 9 Census data ia not available.
2. Excludea figures of Paomata, Mao Maram and PUN
12. Tripura 64.9 49.6 15
eub-diYleiona of Senapati detrict of MMipur for 2001.
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1. Jammti and Tota' 10143700 5360926 4782774 3753815 2679941 1073874 2608668 2226958 381710 1145147 452983 692164
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Kashmir Rural 7627062 3977652 3649410 2924686 1968549 956137 1862629 1559977 302652 1062057 408572 653485
Urban 2516638 1383274 1133364 829129 711392 117737 746039 666981 79058 83090 44411 38679
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2. Himachal Total 6077900 3087940 2989960 2992461 1688658 1305803 1963882 1333361 630521 1028579 353297 675282
Pradesh Rural 5482319 2756073 2726246 2772351 1506711 1265640 1758872 1162619 596253 1013479 344092 669387
Urban 595581 331867 263714 220110 179947 40163 205010 170742 34268 15100 9205 5895

3. Poojab Total 24358999 1298504511373954 9127474 6960213 2167261 7835732 6426028 1409704 1291742 534185 757557
Rural 16096488 8516596 7579892 6360351 4589049 1771302 5248225 4161003 1087222 1112126 428046 684080
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Urban 8262511 «e8449 3794082 2767123 2371164 395959 2587507 2265025 322482 179816 108139 73477

4. Chandigarh Total 900635 506938 393697 340422 284419 56003 328989 277050 51939 11433 7369 4064
Rural 92120 56816 35304 40203 36293 38168 3234
3910 34934 2035 1359 676
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Urban 808515 450122 358393 300219 248126 52093 290821 242116 48705 9398 6010 3388
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5. Uttaranchal Total 8489349 4325924 4163425 3134036 1996177 1137859 2322347 1639242 683105 811689 356935 454754

Rural 6310275 3144590 3165685 2498842 1436711 1062131 1745562 1123925 621637 753280 312786 440494 f
Urban 2179074 1181334 997740 635194 559466 75728 576785 515317 61468 58409 44149 14260
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6. Haryana Total 21144564 11363953 9780611 8377466 5715526 2661940 6241324 4933004 1308320 2136142 762522 1353620 i
Rural 15029260 8052986 6976272 6451587 4085621 2365966 4519240 3425749 1093491 1932347 659872 1272475

Urban 6115304 3310965 2804339 1925879 1629905 295974 1722084 1507255 214829 203795 122650 81145

7. Delhi Total 13850507 7607234 6243273 4545234 3960101 585133 4317516 3794345 523171 227718 165756 61962

Rural 944727 522087 422640 301064 258032 43032 273677 240572 33105 27387 17460 9927

Urban 12905780 7085147 5820633 4244170 3702069 542101 4043839 3553773 490066 200331 148296 52035
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8. Rajasthan Total 56507188 29420011 27087177 2376665514695802 9070853 17436888 12841318 4595570 6329767 1854484 4475283

Rural 43292813 22426640 20866173 1985642311379536 8476887 13962042 9771540 4190502 5894381 1607996 4286385
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Urban 13214375 6993371 6221004 3910232 3316266 593966 3474846 3069778 405068 435386 246488 188898 ~
9. Uttar Total 166197921 8756536978632552 5398382440981558 13002266 39337649 34338260 4999389 14646175 6643298 8002877

Pradesh Rural 13165833969157470 6250869 4467595232770685 11905267 31242754 26975069 4267685 13433198 5795616 7637582

Urban 34539582 1840789916131683 9307872 8210873 1096999 8094895 7363191 731704 1212977 847682 365295

10. Bihar Total 82998509 432437953975471427974606 20483003 7491603 21052875 17511018 3541857 6921731 2971985 3949746

Rural 74316709 38594996 35721713 2575256918544822 7207747 19112829 15760425 3352404 8639740 2784397 3855343
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Ufban 8681800 4648799 4033001 2222037 1938181 283856 4910046 1750593 189453 281991 187588 94403

11. Sikkim Total 540851 288484 252367 263043 165716 97327 212904 148541 66363 50139 19175 30964
fit
Rural 480981 255774 225207 239002 147560 91442 190658 129679 60977 48346 17881 30465
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Urban 59870 32710 27160 24041 18156 5885 22248 16862 5386 1793 1294 499
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12. Arunachal Total 1097968 579941 518027 482902 293812 189290 415007 267384 147623 67895 26228 41667
Pradesh Rural 870087 454680 415407 402010 230320 171690 340027 207110 132917 61983 23210 38773

Urban 227881 125261 102620 80892 63292 17600 74980 60274 14706 5912 3018 2894
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13. Nagaland Total 1990036 1047141 942895 847796 488968 358828 703977 424811 279166 143819 84157 79662 I
Rural 1647249 859718 787533 741439 406859 334580 608335 348972 259363 133104 57887 75217
Urban 342787 187425 155362 106357 82109 24248 95642 75839 19803 10715 6270 444S

14. Manipur Total 2166788 1095634 1071154 945213 527216 417997 659364 430227 229137 285849 96989 188860
Rural 1590820 808953 781867 723087 398374 324713 494747 320432 174315 228340 77942 150398
Urban 575968 286681 289287 222126 128842 93284 164617 109795 54822 57509 19047 38462
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15. Mizoram T018l 888573 459109 429464 467159 263008 204151 362450 225428 137022 104709 37580 67129
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Rural 447567 232726 214841 256044 138855 117189 201599 120662 80937 54445 18193 36252
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Urban 441006 226383 214623 211115 124153 86962 160851 104766 56085 50264 19387 30877
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18. Tripura T018l 3199203 1642225 1558978 1159561 831346 328215 912292 742054 170238 247289 89292 157977
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Rural 2653453 1363638 1289815 982447 687482 294965 747822 606103 141719 234625 81379 153246
lhban 545750 278587 267163 177114 143864 33250 164470 135951 28519 12644 7913 4731

17. Meghalaya Total 2318822 1176087 1142735 970146 568491 401855 757011 485694 271317 213135 82797 130338
Rural 1864711 948999 917712 822531 468095 334438 626538 393364 233174 195993 74731 121262
Urban 454111 229088 225023 147615 100396 47219 130473 92330 38143 17142 8088 9076
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18. Assam Total 26855528 137n037 12878491 9538591 6870960 2667631 7114097 5849032 1265065 2424494 1021928 1402566
Rural 23216288 11939945 11276343 8396769 5899204 2497585 6050639 4926395 1124244 2346130 972809 1373321
Urban 3439240 1837092 1602148 1141822 971756 170066 1063458 922637 140821 78364 49119 29245
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19. West Total 80176197 41465985 38710212 29481690 22388044 7093646 23023583 19494971 3528612 6458107 2893073 3565034

Bengal Rural 57748946 29616009 28132937 2188964216019881 5869761 16106580 13551865 2554715 5783062 2468016 3315046

Urban 22427251 11849976 10577275 7592048 6368163 1223885 6917003 5943106 973897 675045 425057 249988
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20. Jharkhand Total 26945829 13885037 13060192 10109030 6659856 3449174 6446782 5134067 1312715 3662248 1525789 2136459 I
Rural 20952088 10679596 10272492 8569591 5302143 3267448 5105341 3921518 1183823 3464250 1380625 2083625

Urban 5993741 3205441 2788300 1539439 1357713 181726 1341441 1212549 128892 197998 145164 52834

21. Orissa Total 36804660 18660570 18144090 14276488 9802006 4474482 9589269 8004740 1584529 4687219 1797266 2889953

Rural 31287422 15748970 15538452 12586969 8373695 4213274 8071999 6677417 1394582 4514970 1696278 2818692

Urban 5517238 2911600 2605638 1689519 1428311 261208 1517270 1327323 189947 172249 100988 71261

22. ChhaItisgarh Total 20833803 10474218 10359585 9679871 5531859 4148012 7054595 4742935 2311660 2625276 788924 1836352 !
Rural 16648056 8307443 8340613 8377674 4495979 3881695 5883797 3777194 2106603 2493877 718785 1775092 ~
Urban 4185747 2166775 2018972 1302197 1035880 266317 1170798 965741 205057 131399 70139 61260 8
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23. Madhya Total 60348023 31443652 289043712579351916194368 9599151 19102572 14056279 5046293 6690947 2138089 4552858

Pradesh Rural 44380878 23031093 21349785 2090022612205916 8694310 14776619 10387506 4389113 6123607 1818410 4305197

Urban 15967145 8412559 7554585 4893293 3988452 904841 4325953 3668773 657180 567340 319679 247661

24. Gufarat Total 50671017 26385577 24285440 21255521 14477286 6778235 17025074 13480566 3544508 4230447 996720 3233727

Rural 31740767 16317771 15422996 14993312 9049438 5943874 11114041 8210091 2903950 3879271 839347 3039924
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Urban ~ 8930250 10067806 8862444 6262209 .5427848 834361 5911033 5270475 640558 351176 157373 193803

25. Daman and Total 158204 92512 . 65692 72791 60569 12222 67522 58874 8648 5269 1695 3574
Diu Rural 100858 63606 37250 52480 45018 7462 48455 43747 4708 4025 1271 2154

Urban 57348 28808 28442 20311 15551

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28. Dadnl and Total 220490 121666 98824 114122 75835 38287 96184 71156 25028 17938 4679 13259
Nagar
Haveli Rural 170027 91832 78195 91542 56255 35287 75016 52037 22979 16526 4218 12308

Urban 50463 29834 20829 22580 19580 3000 21168 19119 2049 1412 461 951
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27. Maharashtra Total 96878827 50400596 46478031 4117335126852095143212.5634748053 2441829510331758 6425298 2435800 3989498 I
Rural 55777647 28458677 27318970 27261431153486361191279521853804 13528493 8325311 5407627 1820143 3587484

Urban41100980 21841919 19159061 1391192011503459 2408461 12894249 10887802 2008447 1017671 615657 402014

28. Andhra Total 76210007 38527413 37682594 34893859216621921323166729040873 19455492 9585381 5852986 2206700 3646286
Pradesh ~ural55401067 27937204 27463863 2817288816287101 1188578722977594 14467183 8510411 5195294 1819918 3375376 (')

Urban20808940 10590209 10218731 8720971 5375091 1345880 6063279 4988309 1074970 657692 386782 270910

29. Kamataka Total 52850562 26898918 25951644 2353479115235355 8299436 19384159 13896845 5467914 4170032 1338510 2831522 0

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Rural 34889033 17648958 17240075 1712780310254252 6873551 13462535 9194812 4267723 3665268 1059440 2605828
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Urban 17961529 9249960 8711569 6406988 4981103 1425885 5902224 4702033 1200191 504764 279070 225694

30. Goa Total 1347668 887248 660420 522855 375218 147637 425305 326993 98312 97550 48225 49325
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Rural 677091 340545 336546 274452 185648 88804 204915 154069 50846 69537 31579 37958
Urban 670577 346703 323874 248403 189570 58833 220390 172924 47466 28013 16646 11367

31. lakshadweep Total 60650 13131 29519 15354 13204 2150 11710 10288 1422 3644 2916 728
Rural 33683 17191 16492 8007 6984 1023 5895 5212 683 2112 1772 340
Urban 26967 13940 13027 7347 6220 1127 5815
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5076 739 1532 1144 388

32. Kerala Total 31841374 15468614 16372760 10283887 7765645 2518242 8238973 6460693 1776280 2046914 1304952 741962
Rural 23574449 11451282 12123167 7671110 5732387 1938723 5998150 4677067 1321083 1672960 1055320 617640
Urban 8266925 4017332 4249593 2612777 2033258
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33. Tamil Nadu Total 62405679 31400909 31004770 27878282 18100397 9777885 23757783 16303310 7454473 4120499 1797087 2323412
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Rural 34921681 17531494 17390187 17559768 10360726 7199042 14290543 9039189 5251354 3269225 1321537 1947688
Urban 27483998 13889415 13614583 10318514 7739671 2578843 9467240 7264121 2203119 851274 475550 375724
i
34. Pondicherry Total 974345 486961 487384 342655 258670 83985 317367 245205 72162 25288 13465 11823
Rural 325126 163703 162023 127766 88986 38780 113453 82135 31318 14313 6851 7462
Urban 648619 323258 325361 214889 169684 45205 203914 163070 40844 10975 6614 4361

36. Andaman Total 356152 192972 163180 136254 109182 27092 113807 97349 16258 22647 11813 10834
and Nicobar Rural 239954 128961 110993 94052 73350 20702 73454 63186 10268 20598 10164 10434 ~
Islands Urban 116198 64011 52187 42202 35812 6390 40153 34163 5990 2049 1649 400 ~

Note :1 (Excluding the population of Mao Maram, Paomata and Purul Sub-division of Senapati district of Manipur)
I

I
!
 249 Wrlttsn An,.... CHAlmA 01, 1927 (saka) 250

ConetructIon 01 Subwaye In DeIhl (e) and (f) The PWD has stated that it 1$ propoeedto
equip future subwaysIFoot Over Bridges (FOB) at certain
2891. SHRI BRAJA KISHORE TRIPATHY : Will
locations with escalators.
the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
state:
(g) The cost of construction depends on
design, location, width of road etC. and may vary in each
(a) whether the planning for development in Delhi
lacks coordination in various agencies working for
case.
development of Delhi;
[Translation]

(b) If so, whether most of the subways constructed

Maolet ActlvttiM
In the recent past in Deihl are either destroyed by some
other agencies or are not Inulle by public; 2892. SHRI MOHAN SINGH : Will the Minister of
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state :
(c) if so, the details of such subways;
(a) whether the Govemment are aware that Maoist
(d) the expenditure incurred by the Govemment on
extremists of Nepal are indulged in Illegal procuring of
construction of each of auch subways;
arms from Mafia gangs of Mumbai;

(e) whether the Govemment now proposed to

(b) if so, the action being taken by the Govemment
provide escalator equipped subways in Delhi;
in this regard;
(f) if so, the details in this regard; and
(c) whether the Nepal maoist Insurgents have
(g) the construction cost of each of such established links with Naxal groups active in India and ..
subways? a result of this sophisticated arms are being supplied to
Nepalese extremists; and
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM (d) if so, the action taken by the Govemment to
NABI AZAO) : (a) It has reported that coordination in check their activities?
respect of development proposals/projects is done through
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
various inter-departmental meetings and committ....
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAl) : (a) and
(b) and (c) The concerned agencies have informed (b) No such reports have come to the notice of the
that the subways under their jurisdiction are wefl utlflzed. Govemment.
However, NDMC has indicated that the subway at
Rd Marg has been demolished for replacement by (c) Although Maoist insurgents are reported to

Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) Ltd. and the subway have established iinks with naxal groups, the Govemment

at Panclit Pant Marg has been closed due to security hal no Information about the supply of sophisticated arma
reasons. The PWD has indicated that only one subway at by the ~ groups to the Nepalese extremists.
Gokufpuri has been rendered unuseful due to construction
(d) SSB and the bordering States namely BIhar,
of ftyover.
West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Sikkim and Uttaranchal have
. Cd) The approximately cost of construction of been advised to increase vigil along the Indo-Nepal Border
subway at RaH Marg, Pandit Pant Marg and Goiculpur and undertake intenlfve patroUlng of the areu bordering
Is RI. 150 lakha, As. 86 lakha and Rs. 150 lakha Nepal to prevent ing..... of Maoist efemenI8 into the Indian
~. twrftofy.
251 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to QueetIon.

(English) (c) Whether the prices of other oommodltfes would

come down but prices of tea will go up If 12.5 per cent
Mumblll ala.t c... VAT Is levied; and

2893. SHRI MOHAN RAWALE : Will the Minister of

(d) if so, the details thereof?
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

(8) whether the Govemment has prepared a fresh
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
list of Mumbai blast case fugitives;
ELANGOVAN) : (8) to (d) Value Added Tax II expected to
(b) if so, the details thereof; tax only to the extent of value addition of a product at each
point of sale. Therefore, incr.... or otherwise of the price
(c) whether the Govemment has also held talks in of tea after VAT would depend on the exIItIng salel SIx
this regard with other countries to bring the culprits to book; structure and rate in the State concerned and the VAT rate
finally adopted for tea.
(d) if so, the details thereof; and

Child Court
(e) the measures being taken by the Govemment
In this regard? 2895. SHRI UDAY SINGH : WHI the Minlater of
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleued to
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
state:
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) No,
Sir. (a) whether the crime by children are increasing In
the country;
(b) Does not ariae.

(b) if so, whether the Union Government h..

(c) to (8) The Government during the Home Secretary
proposed to set up child court In each Stat..' High Court
level talks on terrorism and drug trafficking with the
to deal with cas" pertaining to chiIdr8n;
Govemment of Pakistan in August, 2004, once again
railed the matter of repatriation of the absconding
(c) if so, the details thereof;
eocused persons reportedly ....iding in Pakistan. Besides
diplomatic Initlativ.., the absconding accused have been (d) whether the Govemment has also decided to
declared as proclaimed offenders. Wherever neceeeary, announce new mea.ures for the welfare of child
stept have also been taken to get the accused extradltedf dev.lopment in the country; and
deported.
(e) If so, the deleils thereof?
VAT on T..
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
2894. SHRI KINJARAPU YERRANNAIOU : Will the HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to SINGH) : (8) According to National Crime Records Bureau
ltate : the available figures Indicate a mixed trend In juvenile
delinquency during 2001 to 2003. The total number of
(a) whether price of tea will rise If 12.5 per
cases registered under Indian Penal ,Code and Speical
cent Value Added Tax is adopted by the tea producing
Local Laws during 2001, 2002 and 2003 have been
Stat.s;
18509, 18560 and 17819 respectively. The flguree for 2004
(b) if so, the details thereof; .... not yet available.
 213 CHAITAA 01. 1927 (Saka) 254

(b) No, Sir. (i) if so. the details thereof?

(c) Does not arise.

THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER
OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION
(d) A National Charter for Children has been
(SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) to (c) The Ministry of Tribal
adopted recently. in order to achieve the objectives of the
Charter in 8 time bound manner a National Plan of Action Affairs allocates funds Special Central Assistance to Tribal

for Chldren Ie being drafted in consultation with concemed Sub Plan (SeA to TSP) and Article 275(1) of the
t.tIni.triea and Departments which would contain the goals. Constitution to the States based on specific criteria. The
objectives and strategies for the survival, development and Maharashtra pattem has been adopted by that state for
protection of children. allocation of TSP funds in the state. The Tribal Welfare
Deptt. is given allocation of TSP funds in the state.
(Translation]
which then allocates funds to various line Deptts. This

Development of Trlbel Sub-Plan Ministry has been advocating to all the States to adopt this

Area, In Rajasthan model.

2896~ SHRI MAHAVIR BHAGORA : Will the Minister (d) to (i) the information has been sought from
of TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state: the State Govemment. and appropriate decision will be
taken.
(a) the criteria of budget allocation to the State
Inctuded in Tribal .ub-plan; Allocation of Fund, for Promoting EduClition

(b) whether the Govemment Ie allocation funds to 2897. SHRI JASWANT SINGH BISHNOI : Win the
Allluthan as per the Maharaahtra pattern;
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be

(e) If eo. the details thereof; pleased to state:

(d) the schemes of the Govemment for upliftment (a) the number of propoeals received by the Union
of tribals in tribal IUb-plan area of Southern Rajuthan by Govemment from the various State Govemmente partlcularty
developing the waatelanda, development of forest producaI from Rajasthan for pl'OnlOUng education during the last five
helbal cultivation alongwlth their coUection proceealng and yee,.. State-wise. year-wiee;
m81tceting alongwlh f\mds allocated during the last three
yea... and thereafter; (b) the number of proposals eanctIonedieleared In
respect of. each S14te during each of the previous flv.
(e) ~e number of beneficiaries under those years;
schemes. scheme-wise;
(c) the number of proposals a,.. ItIII pending u on
(f) whether despite sanctioning big amount by the
date: and
Central Govemment for economic and social upliftment of
tribal sub-plan areal of Southem Rajasthan stili no change (d) the time by which the remaining proposals are
have occurred in economic and social condition of those likely to be sanctioned?
tribe. families;
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
(g) If so, the reasons therefor;
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
(h) whether the Government proposes to gat it FATMI) : (a) to (d) The information Is being collected and
investigated and reviewed; and will be laid before the Table of the Houee.
255 Wrlbn Answers MARCH 22. 2005 to OueIrtIons 258

(English} acted upon the said advice of the Govemment within a

stipulated time?
IndIM Stamp 8111. 20CM
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
2898. SHRIMATI JAYABEN B. THAKKAR : Will the
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) and (b) The
Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
Government had recommended to all the State Govemment
to convert their State Departments of Relief and
(a) whether the Govemment of Gujarat has sent a
Rehabilitation into Departments of Disaster Management,
proposal to the Union Govemment for according
with the responsibility of looking at the whole cycle of
administrative approval to the Indian Stamp (Gujarat
disaster management i.e. prevention, mitigation,
Amendment) Bill. 2004;
preparedness, response, relief and rehabilitation.
(b) if so, the reaction of the Union Govemment
thereon? (c) and (d) The StateslUnion Territories of Andaman
and Nicobar, Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam,
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Kerala, Lakshadweep,
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) Yes, Manipur, Nagaland, Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil
Madam. Nadu, Tripura and Uttaranchal have already converted!
redesignated their respective Relief Departments so as to
(b) The approval of the Govemment of India to the
include Disaster Management in their nomenclature. The
introduction of the Indian Stamp (Gujarat Amendment) Bill,
remaining StatesiUTs have been advised to take aimiltlr
2004 in the State Legislature has been conveyed to the
action.
Govemment of Gujarat on 1.2.2005.
[Trans/aNon]
DI...ter Management Department In Stat••
Conve,.lon of Loan COmponent
2899. SHRI HITEN BARMAN :
under IDSMT
SHRI CHANDRA SEKHAR SAHU
SHRI SUBRATA BOSE : 2900. SHRI BRAJESH PATHAK : Win the Minister of
SHRI JOACHIM BAXLA : URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:

Will the Mlnlater of HOME AFFAIRS be pleaaed to (a) the States from which the Union Government
atete: has received requests to convert their loan component
under the scheme relating to the Integrated Development
(a) whether the Govemment has issued any
of Small and Medium Towns into cent percent grants during
guidelines or instructions to all the State Govemments to
the last three years; and
have a aeparate Ministry or Department named "Disaster
Management" to tackle all natural calamities;
(b) the reaction of the Union Govemment thereto?

(b) H so, the details thereof;

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
(c) the States which have already complied with
NABI AZAD) : (a) During the last three years, no request
the above advise or likely to be compiling the above
advise; and was received from the State Goverrlments to convert

.nat
their loan component into cent percent grants under the
(d) the proposes by the Government
action Integrated Development of Small and MedIum Towns
the SteW GovefNMl'lt8 which have eo Mr not ICheme (IDSMT).
 257 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 258

(b) Does not arise.

2 3 4 5
[English]
2. Arunachal Pradesh 5 o 5
Aura' College.
3. Assam 168 3 171
2901. SHRI MANJUNATH KUNNUR : Will the Minister
4. Bihar 293 9 302
ot HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
state:
5. Chhattisgarh 139 140

(a) the number ot rural colleges being run in the

6. Delhi 76 77
country 8S on date, State-wise;
7. Goa 19 3 22
(b) the number of colleges in the urban areas,
State~wise; and 8. Gujarat 321 9 330

(c) the facilities provided by the UGC tor the 9. Haryana 142 o 142
development of rural colleges during the last three years,
State-wise, college-wise? 10. Himachal Pradesh 42 4 46

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

11. Jammu and Kashmir 34 o 34

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.

12. Jharkhand 81 2 83
FATMI) : (a) to (c) As per the Information provided by the
University Grants. Commission, as on 31.3.2004, there are 13. Karnataka 459 47 506
around 16000 colleges In the country. Of these, 5589
colleges are recognized under section 2(f) of the UGC Act, 14. Kerala 194 6 200
1956, and 5273 colleges among these, are eligible for
15. Madhya Pradesh 379 43 422
Central assistance under section 12(B) of the said Act, as
shown In the statement enclosed. Further, while no data 16. Maharashtra 645 77
regarding ruraVurban colleges is maintained on a
centralised basis, around 35% of these coUeges are 17. Manlpur 44 o 44
situated In the rural areas.
18. Meghalaya 15 o 15
Slatement
19. Mizoram 8 2 10
State-wise number of Colleges under Section 2(f) and
12(8) of the UGC Act as on 31st March, 2004
20. Nagaland s 2 10

21. Orl8sa 251 5 256

51. StatellJT Number ot Colleges
No. Under Section 22. Punjab 210 3 213

2(f)and12(B) 2(f) Total

23. Rajasthan 185 14 '1~9

2 3 4 5 o
24. Slkkim 3 3

1. Andhra Pradesh ·400 8 408 25. Tamil Nadu 277 13 290

259 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Ouestlons 260

4 THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

2 3 5
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S

26. Tripura 13 o 13 ELANGOVAN): (a) Paper Industry which includes Pulp,

Paper and Paper Board and Newsprint is a de-licensed
27. Uttar Pradesh 433 60 493 one. The data regarding the number of paper mills and
newspaper print manufacturing industrial units in the
28. Uttaranchal 32 3 35 country iSi not centrally maintained. However. there are
about 667 paper mills in the country out of which 73
29. West Bengal 365 366
number of mills are registered under schedule of
30. Andaman and Nicobar 2 o 2 Newsprint Control Order 2004 for manufacture of
Newsprint paper.
31. Chandlgarh 18 o 18
(b) Total production of "Paper and Paperboard" and
32. Lakshadweep 0 o o "Newsprint" during May to November, 2004 is 3395868 MT
and 407266 MT respectively.
33. Daman and Diu 1 o
(c) With the opening up of the market, major
34. Dadra and Nagar Haven 0 o o players in the Indian paper industry have taken steps to
be competitive in terms of product quality. Generally the
35. Pondicherry 11 o 11
Integrated large paper mills using forest based raw
material produce quality paper which contributes to nearly
Total 5273 316 5589
36% out of the total country's production of paper.

rrtanslation]
(d) and (e) The Government have provided number
of financial assistance of the mills engaged in production
Paper Production
of paper, paperboard and newsprint paper, such as:-
2902. SHRIMATI KALPNA RAMESH NARHIRE : Will
(i) A concessional excise duty of 8% for first
the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased
clearance upto 3500 MT per annum is levied
to state:
on paper and paperboard manufactured with
(a) the existing number of paper, straw board and not less than 75% non-conventional raw
newspaper print manufacturing industrial units in the material and 12% of Excise Duty thereafter.
country;
(Ii) The newsprint manufactured by the mills
(b) the total quantum of paper manufactured since included in Schedule of the Newsprint
May, 2004 till date; Control Order, 2004 are exempted from excise
duty.
(c) whether the units manufacturing quality paper
have been identified; (iii) Cess fund is allocated to carry out research and
development work for the benefit of paper
(d) whether adequate financial assistance is being industry.
provided to the units concemed; and
(Iv) Duty free import of Pulp for manuf~.... re of
(e) If 10, the dMatte thereof? newsprint.
261 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 262

Klllln"g of Civilians by Security Forces (b) whether modalities have been worked out in
this regard; and
2903. SHRI ANANT GUDHE : Will the Minister of
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state: (c) if so, manner in which two schemes with
different objectives and implementing agencies can work
(a) whether the Government has taken any special
smoothly?
steps to provide protection to the people living In the
villages situated at the Indo-Pak border: THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
(b) if so, the details thereof:
FATMI) : (8) to (c) It is not correct to say that Sarva Shiksha
Abhiyan and Mid-Day-Meal Schemes have different
(c) whether some civilians have also been killed
objectives. In fact, they both aim at unlversalisation of
in firing by security forces;
primary education. As such, they are meant to be
(d) if so, the total number of such civilians killed impiemented In a coordinated and synergistic manner.
or injured during the last three years and thereafter; and However, no decision has so far been taken to merge the
two schemes.
(e) the amount of compensation given to them, if
any, by the Government? Floriculture Export

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF 2905. DR. M. JAGANNATH : Will the Minister of
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) and (b) COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state:
Govemment has adopted a well-coordinated and multi-
(a) whether floricultut'8 exports from the country has
pronged approach for providing protection to the people
increased during the last three years;
living close to the Indo-Pak border which includes fencing
of the International Border, providing Border Security Force (b) if so, the details thereof In terms of quantity and
Kisan Guards to the farmers who carry out agricultural money; and
activities in their fields across the border fencing, gearing
up the intelligence machinery, modernization and (c) the names of major States exporting floriculture?
upgradation of police and security forces with advanced
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
sophisticated weapons and communication system, etc.
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
(c) to (e) Information is being collected and will be laid ELANGOVAN) : (a) Yes, Sir.
on the Table of the House.
(b) The details of exports during the last three years
{English} are given below:-

Mer:get of S.S.A. Into Mld-Day- (value: rupees in cror.a; quantity: In metric tons)
Meal Scheme
2001-02 2002-03 2003-04
2904. SHRI DINSHA PATEL: Will the Minister of
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state: Quantity Value Quantity Value Quantity Value

(a> whether the Govemment is considering to 18821.88 115.39 26701.35 165.86 30659.53 249.55
merge Serva Shlksha Abhiyan (SSA) with Mid-Day-Meal
Programme; (Source : DGCI&S)
263 Wrinen Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 264

(c) Fresh cut flowers are exported mainly from Ststement

Tamilnadu, Karnataka and Maharashtra. Dried flowers
are being exported mainly from Tamil Nadu and West State-wise Gross Enrolment Ratios (in percentage

Bengal. terms) for children in the primary school going

age group (6-11 years), as on 30.9.2002
Early School Admission In
Primary Education SI. Name of States/UTs Gross Enrolment Ratios
No. (in percentage terms)
2906. SHRI BALASAHEB VIKHE PATIL : Will the
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be 2 3
pleased to state:

1. Andhra Pradesh 95.93

(a) the norms/guidelines for early school adminlons
in primary education, percentage-wise and State-wise; 2. Arunachal Pradesh 105.93

(b) the percentage increase in the primary 3. Assam 86.83

school admission after the introduction of Sarva Shiksha
Abhiyan; 4. Bihar 73.52

(c) the impact of Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan in relation 5. Chhattisgarh 104.45

with the increase of population;
6. Goa 104.22
(d) whether the Govemment has proposed to
increase the budgetary support to this programme; and 7. Gujarat 111.50

(e) if so, the details thereof? 8. Haryana 80.98

9. Himachal Pradesh 116.42

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
10. Jammu and Kashmir 84.39
FATMI) : (a) All States are committed to admitting every
child of the appropriate age group In their Primary schools. 11. Jharkhand 74.79
State-wise Gross Enrolment Ratios (in percentage terms)
for children in the primary school going age group (6-11 12. Kamataka 110.65
years) are given In the statement enclosed.
13. Kerala 98.11
(b) and (c) Sarva Shlksha Abhiyan (SSA) was
14. Madhya Pradesh 95.02
launched in 2001-02. Enrolment at the Primary stage
(Classes I-V) in 2002-03 increased by 7.5% over that in
15. Maharashtra 106.55
2001-02, against an estimated population growth rata of
1.9%. 16. Manipur 146.88

(d) and (8) Budgetary allocation for SSA, which 17. Meghalaya 116.19
was Rs. 3057 Crores in 2004-05, has been raised to
Rs. 7156 Croras in 2005-06 -<axcluding amount available 18. Mlzoram 128.70
from the lump-sum allocation for the North Eastem
19. Nagaland 65.22
Reg/on).
265 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 266

2 3 (c) whether at the outset 150 text books for classes

IX to XII would be put on the Net;

20. Orissa 103.02

(d) if so, the details thereof; and
21. Punjab 71.12
(e) the time by when the text books for other
22. Rajasthan 97.25 classes proposed to be put on the Net?

23. Sikkim 121.68 THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
24. Tamil Nadu 115.50 FATMI) : (a) to (e) National Council of Educational
Research and Training (NCERT) has Initiated discussions
25. Tripura 123.85
with National Informatics Centre (NIC) for hosting text
books on the internet. This programme will be undertaken
26. Uttar Pradesh 91.25
in phases. By the beginning of the academic year 2005-
27. Uttaranchal 107.87 06, English text books for classes IX to XII will be posted
on the Net. The Hindi version of these text books wHI be
28. West Bengal 102.99 posted on the Net during the course of the year.

29. Andaman and Nicobar 116.38 (Eng/ish)

30. ChandJgarh 72.61 Enhancement of Funds under TrIbal

Development Schemes
31. oadra and Nagar Haveli 126.99

2908. SHRI SANAT KUMAR MANDAL : Will the

32. Daman and Diu 114.00
Minister of TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
33. Deihl 91.83
(a) whether the Government Is extending financial
34. Lakshadweep 110.99 assistance to the State Govemment for, creation of
infrastructural facilities, irrigations, land holdings, land
35. PondJcherry 116.17 purchase and development for the STs and Tribel groups
in the country;
Total 95.39
(b) if so, the details thereof during the last three
NCERT Book8 on Net years and thereafter, State-wise;

2907. SHRI CHANDRAKANT KHAIRE : Will the (c) whether there is any proposal to increase the
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be allocations being made to the State, In this regard;
pleased to state:
(d) jf so, the details thereof; and
<a> whether NCERT proposes to post its text books
on the Infemet for unlimited IlCC88S by the students and (e) If not, the reasons therefor?

teachers across the country;

THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER

(b) if so, the time by when these text books are OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION

likely to be posted on the Net; (SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (8) Yes, Sir. The Ministry of Tribal
287 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to OufIstJons 268

Affairs is ~ending financial assistance under Article under 275( 1) of the Constitution to various States during
275(1) of the Constitution to the State Governments last three years and thereafter is enclosed.
for creation of infrastructural facilities, irrigations, land
holdings, land purchase and development for STs In the (c) to (~)'The Planning Commission has provided an
additional outlay of Rs. 50 crore towards minor irrigation
country.
as Grants under Article 275(1) of the Constitution over and
(b) A statement indicating details of funds released above Rs. 330 crore for annual Plan 2005·2006.

Stlltement

Grants released under Article 275(1) of the Constitution of

India during last three years

(Rs. in lakh)

SI. StateslUTs 2001·2002 2002·2003 2003·2004 2004·2005

No. Amount Amount Amount Amount
Released Released Released Released as on
17.03.2005

2 3 4 5 6

1. Andhra Pradesh 2715.35 2160.30 1786.00 2300.46

2. Assam 845.56 1023.40 668.87 574.54

3. Bihar 209.35 209.00 209.00 114.95

4. Gularat 3050.00 2250.00 2280.00 2515.00

5. Himachal Pradesh 78.00 80.00 80.00 88.00

6. Jammu and Kashmir 502.94 318.00 367.00 398.70

7. Kamataka 1314.37 904.35 797.00 770.00

~. Kerala 117.50 588.00 158.00 129.80

9. Madhya Pradesh 4346.08 4062.32 3821.58 4522.35

10. Maharashtra 2672.50 2925.00 2672.00 1470.35

11. Mantpur 230.00 424.55 230.00 253.00

12. OrIsea 4104.91 3641.60 2830.00 830.21

13. Rajasthan 2550.00 2224.48 2070.00 2200.00

 269 Written AnSwelS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 270

2 3 4 5 6

14. Sikkim 239.38 83.00 33.00 36.30

15. Tamil Nadu 405.00 210.00 250.00 117.24

16. Tripura 462.50 665.50 313.00 344.30

17. Uttar Pradesh 176.95 27.00 27.00 29.70

18. West Bengal 1406.67 1543.00 1763.00 1987.30

19. Arunachal Pradesh 200.00 300.00 200.00 220.00

20. Meghalaya 0.00 555.00 50.55 305.25

21. Mizoram 0.00 240.00 240.00 424.00

22. Nagaland 0.00 0.00 0.00 425.70

23. Jharkhand 2208.15 2808.00 2208.00 1505.27

24. Chhattisgarh 2086.77 2089.50 2089.00 2297.90

25. Uttaranchal 78.05 78.00 128.00 107.61

Total 30000.00 30000.00 25270.00 24017.93

P.nnan'"t~don In the newly recruited candidates. Incidentally, several of

Deihl Police these deputationnists had approached the CAT, the High
Court and even the Supreme Court, but they have lost their
2909. SHAIMATIBHAVANA PUNDLIKRAO GAWALI : cases in the Courts.
Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to .tate:
VanUla Pr1ce
(a) whether the Govemment has taken any decision
2910. SHRI P.C. THOMAS : Will the Minister of
regarding permanent absorption of CRPF, ITBp, CISF and
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state:
BSF deputation personnels In Delhi Police; and

(a) the details pertaining to the price of Vanilla In

(b) if so, the details thereof?
the respective Vanilla producing countries during the past
three years, year-wise;
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) and (b) The (b) the price In India during this period;
personnel of Central Paramilitary Forces were taken on
deputation in Delhi PoHce a. a short-term measure (c) whether any action has been taken by
pending recruitment of new· personnel. There was no Govemment or Spices Board to hetp fanner. in the wake
option but to repatriate these personnel to make room for of faJIing pricft; and
271 Written Answers MARCH 22,2005 to QU8Btions 272

(d) if so, the details thereof? been initiated to encourage the company to
enter into higher end value addition.
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S. (iii) Spices Board has encouraged and assisted
ELANGOVAN): (a) Details of average prices of green organic vanilla producers to seek export market
vanilla beans in Madagascar and Uganda, as gathered by sponsoring their visit abroad.
by the Spices Board from the press reports, are given
(iv) Spices Board has trained growers to procure
below. Prices of green beans from other origins are not
vanilla in their own farm.
available.

(v) Spices Board has encouraged low cost and low

Prices in Rs.lKg.
risk cultivation of vanilla through subsidized
supply of planting material.
Country 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05

(vi) Spices Board has launched direct sale of

Madagascar Not Available 1789 61 premium quality Indian spices including vanilla
and vanillin extracts under "FLAVOURIT" brand
Uganda Not Available 2700 130
targeted at high end domestic and international
market.
Source: Spices Board

Games Village for Commonwealth

(b) The annual average prices of green vanilla
Games, 2010
beans in India for the last three years is given below:-

2911. SHRI SARVEY SATYANARAYANA : Will the

Prices in Rs.lKg.
Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to
state:
Year Price
(a) whether the Govemment has decided to build
2002-03 1250 the 2010 Commonwealth Games Village on the west bank
of Yamuna;
2003-04 3250
(b) if so, the cost and the pl98ent status of the
2004-05 275
project;

Source: Spices Board (c) the time by which It is likely to be completed;

(c) and (d) Following steps have been taken to help (d) whether the Govemment has taken any foreign
the farmers to check fall in prices:- help in this regard; and

(i) Spices Board has encouraged vanilla producers (e) if so, the details thereof?
to constitute a producers company to pool
THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
and process beans for value added direct
OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRJ 'JAGDISH TYTLER) :
export.
<_> Govemment has approved constlUction of the Games
(Ii) Spices Board has helped the company vHIage next to the Akshardham Temple off the new
(VANILCO) tl get project finance. 9tepa IiIave Nizamuddin bridge.
 273 Wrin.n Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 10 Questions 274

(b) Action for cIesIgn and plans for Games Village (b) to (8) National CommiSSion for Women had
hal been initiated. It is prematunt to give an estimate of organized a two clay National WorkshQp on Women in
COlt Inctuatry4PoIIciea, Problema and Proepects on 16·17th
March, 2005 at New Delhi to address these problems. This
(c) The construction wor1< of Games Village is
was followed by Conference of State Secretaries of
expected to be completed wall in time for the Convnonwealth
Women and Child Development, Rural Development,
Games, 2010.
Industries and Rural Industries Departments on 18th

(d) No, Sir. However, there .Is provision for March, 2005. The recommendations emerging out of the

knowledge transfer in the License fee paid to deliberations of the National Wortcshop and the Conference

Commonwealth Garnes Federation for carrying out base of State Secretaries are to be placed before the National

line survey and for suggesting improvement of infrastructure. Commission for Women for adoption.

(e) Does not arise. Festival Housing Scheme, 2004

(Trans/ation) 2913. SHRI GIROHARI LAl BHARGAVA : Will

the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be.pleaeed to
NIItlonal Commission on Women state:

2912. SHRI KAMLA PRASAD RAWAT : WHI the (a) the total number of houses allotted-under the
Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to Festival Housing Scheme, 2004 of Deihl Development
state: Authority;

(a) whetMr the Government Is . . . that the (b) the number of persons out of these, who have
condition of the women entrepreneurs in various States been allotted houses had submitted more than one form
Including Uttar Pradesh Is not good; and the total number of persons who had submitted more
than one applicalions!forms;
(b) whether the National Women Commlsaton has
&end Its recommendations to the State Governments by (c) whether the Delhi Development AuthOrity has
aaelsting them; any system to find out whether the allottee Is already
having a DDA flat or not;
(c) if 80, whether the Union Government would take
any rneaaures to help auch women enbepreneurs; (d) if 80, the details thereof;

(d) If 80, the deteIII thereof; and (e) whether the most of the DDA flats are sold on
premium after allotment due to which the needy people
(e) if not, the reaaona therefor? are economically exploited; and

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF (f) if 80, the steps proposecI to be taken by the
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S. Government to stop such transfers?
ELANGOVAN) : .(a) As per the information available with
the National Commission for Women, women entrepreneurs THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
In various states including Uttar Pradesh face various MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
problems and constraints such 88 Inadequate availability NABI AZAD) : (a) The Deihl Development Authority (DDA)
01 InetituUonaI aupport, finance, raw material, mal1celing, hu Informed that 2506 flats were allotted under Falival
....upgradation, etc. ~ Scheme-2004.
275 Written Answenr MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 276

(b) DDA has reported that out of those who have goods, coffee, cotton yamlfabrlcslmade-ups, etc. and
been allotted flats, 48 applicants have submitted more than India's major Imports from Finland were electronic goods,
one application, and out of total applicants, 2294 persons machinery, news print, paper-board and manufactures,
had submitted more than one application. computer software, etc.

(c) and (d) At the time of allotment, an affidavit is (c) and (d) Some of the new areas havtng potential
obtained from the allottee to the effect that helshe or for increased trade and economic cooperation are
hislher wlfelhusband or dependent children does not pollution control equipments, information technology and
have any property in Delhi/New Delhi and Delhi Cantt. If software development, technology for optimum utilisation
at any later stage, It is found that the declaration given of heat energy in thermal power stations, non-conventional
is incorrect, immecllate action to cancel the allotment is sources of energy etc.
taken.
Installation of Iron o.t..
(e) and (1) At present, the flats allotted by DDA are
on freehold bMia and after taking over poele18ion by 2915. SHRI MANSUKHBHAI D. VASAVA : WUJ

anottee and execution and registration of conveyance the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to

deed of the flat, there Is no bar on the sale of theIe state:

flats.
(8) whether the Housing Welfare Associations and

(EngUsh} the residents of private coloni.. are getting big iron gat..
installed in their respective colonies In the name of security
Indo-Flnland Trade due to which the common passages and the paths
connecting two areas are getting obstructed and people
2914. SHRI DUSHYANT SINGH : WIU the Minister of
are feclng difficulties in movements;
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to ltale:
(b) if 80, whether the Union Govemment propo...
(af whether Govemment h88 a proposal to expand
to remove such gat.. and intend to make It obligatory to
trade relation with Finland;
obtain No Objection Certificate from the local authorities
before installing a gate as cars are being parked right In
(b) if so, the areas In which the Indo-Finland trade
the middle of the road adjoining gates;
has been established;

(c) If 80, the details thereof; and

(c) the new areas Identified for the expansion of
Indo-Finland trade; and
(d) the action taken/proposed to be taken by the
Union Government in this regard?
(d) the details thereof?

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S. MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM

ELANGOVAN): (a) It Is the constant endeavour of the NABI AZAD) : (a) to (d) The Residents' Weffare

Govemment to enhance trade with countries of Europe Associations in various colonies are reported to have

Including Finland. installed iron gates as a security m,!8ture. There have

been few representations against erection of such gates.
(b) During 2003-04 India's major exports to Anland A public interest petition was aleo filed In the Deihl High
were dNgI, phannaceutlcala and fine chemicals, cotton Court in this regard. The Hon'ble High Court In Ita order
rudy-made gannent8 including ace...oMe, electlaic dated 27th May, 2003 clrected the MunIcIpal CorporatIon
277 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 278

of Deihl (MCD) and Police ~ to frame norms in implemented since 1987·88, assistance is provided to the
the matter. The MCD hal now made it mandatory to obtain StateslUnion Territories for setting up or upgradatlon of
No Objection Certificate from the Police Authority 88 well science laboratories, library facfHtles In secondary/senior
.. rwe Department before granting permission for erection secondary schools and training of science and mathematics
of ~ in residential colonies.
teachers. DurJn9 the Tenth Five Year Plan the scheme has
an outlay of Rs. 110.00 cro.....
(71anslatlon)

(English)
Secondary Education

2916. SHRI VIJAY KUMAR KHANDELWAL : SettIng up of N.S.R.F.

SHRI KRISHNA MURARI MOGHE :
2917. SHRI TATHAGATA SATPATHY :

Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE SHRI ADHALRAO PATIL SHIVAJIRAO ;

DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state: SHRI ANANDRAO VITHOBA ADSUL :

(a) whether the Union Govemment proposes to Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE

fonnulate any scheme under which teachers of an the DEVELOPMENT be pteaaed to atate:
,
Govemment High and Higher Secondary Schools could be
(a) whether the Govemment had a proposal to
provided training within a fixed time frame;
set up a wortd class national science and reeearch
(b) whether the Union Govemment proposes to foundation and two unlversiliel for ICIentIfIc research
provide grants to the States In order to organise short·term and education as reported In the Hindu dated 6th March,
relrMher course for the Teachers associated with the 2005;
secondary education so 88 to remove the difficulties In
teaching in view of the continuous changes being made (b) If 80, whether the .... of aetttng up of national
In the syllabus; science I'8888I'Ch foundation and two untversltlel hu been
Identified;
(c) whether the Union Govemment has any
ICheme to provide grants to the States to improve the (e) If so, the detaHs thereof;
condition of Hberar1ea and laboratoriee in High Schools
Mel Higher Secondary Schools for developing quality (d) the estimated expenditure likely to be inculT8d
education; and thereon; and

(d) if 80, the details thereof? (e) . the time by which the construction work is likely
to be started?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DeVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
FATMI) : (a) The Governmet'lt of India is already HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
Implementing a centrally sponeored scheme of Teacher FATMI) : <a) to <,) A recommendation has been made by
Education since 1987-88. the Scientific AdvI80fy Council to the Prime Minister's
CommIttee on Science and Technology Interface with
(b) No, Sir.
Higher Education for aetttng up two new institutions
devoted to Scientific Education and ReHarch. DetaiIa ....
(c) and (d) Under the CentnlHy SponIcnd Scheme
-~ 01 ScIence Education in SchooII- being
yM to be WOftc.d out
279 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 280

{Translation] (b) if so, the details thereabout; and

Integrated ActIon Plan for Chhettl8garh (c) the action taken by the Govemment In, this
regard?
2918. SHRI AJIT JOGI : Will the Minister of HOME
AFFAIRS be pleased to state: THE MINISTER OF ,STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) The
(a) whether the State Govemment of Chhattisgarh Govemment has no specific report to suggest involvement
had submitted an Integrated Action Plan during 2001; of Pak lSI in the bomb blasts fnAasam and Nagaland
which took place in the first week of October 2004.
(b) if so, the present status of said proposal;

(b) and (c) In view of (8) above, do not arise.

(c) whether the sum of Rs. 313.88 lakh for the
said scheme is also likely to lapse with the expiry of the [Eng/ish]
term of the 11th Finance Commission on 31 st March, 2005;
and WTO Meet at Kenya

(d) if so, the I'888Ofl8 for not. providing the said 2920. SHRI BADIGA RAMAKRISHNA ;
amount to Chhattisgarh by the Union Govemment till SHRI ANANDRAO VITHOBA ADSUL ;
date? SHRI TATHAGATA SATPATHY :
SHRI ADHALRAO PATIL SHIVAJIRAO :
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLVA GAVIT) : WIll the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
(a) and (b) Eleventh Finance Commission (EFC) pleased to state:
recommended grant of Rs. 984.00 lakhs for upgradatlon
(8) whether India partiCipated in WTO minI-
of etandarda of police admlnlatfatlon. Grants of Ra. 884.88
ministerial meet recently concluded ln Kenya;
Iakha have been released to Govemment of Chhattllgluh
80 far. Utilisation certificates totaling to As. 588.76 (b) if so, whether the government has opined that
lakhs only have been received by Ministry of Anance 80 the EU's offer on non-agriculture market access Is
far. inadequate and has demanded an equitable tariff;
(c) and (d) No mont grants for this purpose can (c) if 10, the reaction of the EU thereon.
be released as utilization reported by the State i8 ....
than the amount released. Grants not utilized by the (d) whether the Government has worked out
State by 31.3.2005 will get tranaferred to Ascal Reforms modified formula alongwtth the oountriea supporting It;
Facility. and

lSI Actlvltlea In HE (e) If so, the delalle thereof?

2919. SHRI RAJ EN GOHAIN : Will the MInister of THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY Of
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state: COMMERCE AND INDUSTRV (SHRI E. V.K.S.
ELANGOVAN): (a) Vea, Sir.
(a) whether the Govemment has noticed the stand
of Ministry of Defence regarding involvement of Pale (b) and (c) EU has put forward certain ideas on how
Intelligence Agency lSI in the recent bomb blasts in A8Iam reducttonI In tariffs on the non-agrlcuftural good8 are to
and Nagaland; be. effected without formally propoeIng the Mme. TN&
281 Written AnswelS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 282

matter is currently under dlscunlon In the WTO. EU had

2 3
made some suggestions on a tariff formula in NAMA, which
has not yet been formalised. The Indian side has Indicated Gujarat 38
that this does not meet our concerns. No reaction from eu
is available on this. Eastem Mizoram o

(d) and (e) The modified formula is still under Sikkim o

discussion with some countries.
Orissa 26

u.s.A. Inltllutes West Bengal 16

2921. SHRI VIKRAMBHAI AAJANBHAI MADAM : Will
Tripura o
the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
pleased to state: Meghalaya o
(a) the total number of Master of Business Arunachal Pradesh o
Administration (MBA) Institutes are functioning In the
country as on date, State-wise; Andaman and Nicobar o

(b) whether the Govemment Is considering to 6

establish, more M.B.A. institute like I.I.M. (Ahmedabad);
Manlpur 1

(c) if so, the details thereof: and

Nagaland o
(d) if not, the reuons therefor?
Jha/1(hand 6
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
Northam Bihar 12
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
FATMI) : (a) The State-wtee number of M.B.A. InatItuteI Uttar Pradesh 135
approved by the All India Council for Technical Education
(A/CTE) is given In the statement encIoaecf. Uttaranchal 14

(b) to (d) It Is proposed to establish an Indian InIIItuIe North West Chandlgam o

of Management In the North eutem Region.
Haryana 23

Jammu and Kuhmlr 3

Number of A/erE ~ AI84 ~

Region StatelUnion Tentlory Number PunJab 25

1 2 3 Rajasthan 28

Central Madhya Pradeeh 47 Himachal PradMh o

Chhattlsgarh Andhra Pradeeh 218
283 ~RCH 22. 2005 284

Human Rights CommiMion (NHRC), all the State

2 3
GoYemmentslUnion Territories have reported that no
mentally ill patient Is kept In chaInI In any UentaJ
Pondlcherry 2
Hospitals/Institutions within their jurisdiction. No dAb In
Tamil Nadu 149 accidents due to mentally III being chMled have been
reported during the last three years.
South Weet Karnataka 84
(f) Ministry of Health and Family W....re has been
Kerala 26 Issuing instructions to all the State Govemments and UT
administrations, from time to time, to Implement the
West.rn Maharashtra 128
provisions contained in the Mental Health Act, 1987 and
Goa 2 Rules framed there under, which includes SectIon 81(1) of
the Act that provides that no mentally In peraon should be
Daman and Diu, Dadar and o subjected during treatment to any Indignity (whether
Nagar Haveli physical or mental) or cruelty. The State Mental Health
Authorities and the Central Mental Health Authority
Total Number 1029 constituted under the Mental Health Act. 1987 ov......
the proper Implementation of the various provielone of the
M.ntally III Patient.
Act.

2822. SHRI ASADUDDIN OWAISI : win the Minlst.r of CIOM Circuit cam.r..
HOME AFFAIRS be pl.ased to state:
2923. SHRI S.K. KHARVENTHAN : WIU the Minister of
(a) wh.ther as per the directions of National HOME AFFAIRS be pIeued to ....:
Human Rights Commission (NHRC) to States and Union
Terrltoriea no mentally III patient is kept in chains In any (a) whether the Government propo... to lnetal
mental hospital; cloae drcuit cam..... on I8n8itive poinI8 of International
borders of India with neighbouring countries; and
(b) H so, whether all the State GovernmentalUnion
Terrltorl.. are complying the directions of NHRC; (b) if so, the locations identified for the same
and the time by which the cameru are IIk.1y to be
(c) H so, the details thereof;
installed?
(d) H not, the reasons therefor; THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUMTHy) : (a) No, Sir.
(e) the number of deaths reported In accidents due
to mentally III being chained during the last three years (b) Doe. not ariN.
and thereafter State-wlse; and
MUlblnt HIcIeouta In Himachal PrMMh
(f) the ..epa takenlbelng taken by the Govemment
to eneure that directions of NHRC are Implemented· In lettar 2924. SHRI NAVJOT SINGH SIDHU : WHf the MInie"r
and epirlt? of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF (a> whether the Government fa aware thId vMauI
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) to outflta of t.rrorlsts are planning to 8hIft their hideouI!I from
Ce) In ,...".. to the dlrectlone issued by the NaIoNII Jammu and KuhmIr to HiINlChll PrIIdeeh;
 285 WrlIfen Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to OWstIons 286

(b) if 50, the details thereof; and v.Cllnt Poste of TACheI'l under KYe

(c) the steps being taken to check their actlvIties? 2926. SHRI CHENGARA SURENDRAN :
SHRI JOACHIM BAXLA :
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) to Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE
(e) No, Sir. There are no inputs to suggest that the terrorist DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
outfits are planning to shift their hideouts from Jammu and
Kashmir to Himachal Pradesh. (a) the number of veeant posts of teachers In
Kendriya Vldyalayas filled up in the country during 2003-
There are systems for monitoring the seeurity altuatlon 04 and 2004-05, State-wise and Category-wiN;
on a regular basis and for sharing the intelligence inputs
regarding presence and activities of terrorists between (b) the details of criteria followed to fill up the

Jammu and Kashmir Police and Himachal Pradesh Police. vacant posts;

Constant vigil and CI088 co-ordination are being maintained

(c) details of sanctioned po8tI of teachers In
by Security Forces with the clvlVpoIice authorities of the
Kendriya Vidyalayas as on March 1, 2005;
bordering districts of the two states to check and flush out
the terrorists in the Inter-state border area. (d) the number of teachers who have been
declared surplus as on the above dat., category-wise;
TechnlCIII and Vocational EduCiltlon
(e) the methodology to be followed for adjusting
2925. SHRI SURESH PRABHAKAR PRABHU : WIH
these surplus teachers;
the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
pleased to atate: (f) whether various posts are ati!l lying vacant In
these schools; and
(a) whether the policy on technical and vocational
educations atlpulatee mechanism to evaluate the quality (g) If so, by when all the vaCllnt poets are likely to
of the trainees; and be filled up?

(b) If 10, the concrete ..... taken by the GoYemment THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
In this regard? HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
FATMI) : (a) During the year 2003-04 and 2004-05, the
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
number of candidates offered appointment on diNICI
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
recruitment/promotion are .. follows:-
FATMI) : (a) and (b) Baaed on the policy, various schemes
of Technical and Vocational Education haw been
Year (2003-04) Year (2004-05)
fonnulated with the in-butt festurM of MonItoring and
Evaluation. MonItoring of programme implementation ie Pro- onct Pro- Pro- DIrect Pro-
being done at various JeveIs viz., Nalionlll, State, District motion motion motion motion
and Institutional level. The feedback mechanism would
. ensure identification of deIIcienciea In Instructions, 1 2 3 4 5

..
administration, financial management, etc., 10 that the
functionaries at each level are able to take timely decisions PGT 312 327 222 242
to .. In the gape In poIicy-1I1IIIdng, cIr8ction, budgeting,
TGT 381 538 400
 MARCH 22, 2005 /0 OutNJIJons 288
287 Writlflfl AnS_1S

2 3 . 5 2

HM 234 146 TGT (6 subjects) 403

PRT 1399 909 PRT 725

Total 907 2264 602 1551 Total 1353

State-wise Infonnation Is being collected and will be St.,.",.",.,

laid on the Table of the House.
Details of Number of Posts Sanctioned as on 01.03.05
(b) The vacant posts are filled up by direct In each category for the year 2004-06
recruitment/departmental prornotlonlllmited departmental (in Ktmdrlya Vldyalayas)
examination/deputation, as per the recruitment rules
goveming the said post/subject. SI. Name of the Post No. of Poets
No. Sanctioned
(c) Statement-I Is enclosed.

(d) As on 1.3.2005, only few Physical Education 2 • 3

Teachers as well as SUPW teachers, who were declared
as excess during SeptemberlOctober, 2004 are pending 1. Head Master 601
to be redeployed due to administrative reasons. Statement-
II Is enclosed. 2. Post Graduate Teacher (Hindi) 853

(e) The excess teachers are adjusted In any 3. Post Graduate Teacher (Eng/Ish) 881

existing vacancy within the station or in the nearest

4. Post Graduate Teacher (Sanskrit) 03
Vldyalaya as per the instructions contained in the transfer
guidelines. While doing so, certain categories of teachers 5. Post Graduate Teacher (Hlatory) 284
are exempted If they are covered under the specified
grounds govemlng the exemption clause. 6. Post Graduate Teacher (EconomicI) 421

(f) and (g) Advertisement has already been published 7. Post Graduate Teacher (Geography) 294
In various newspapers for filling up the vacant posts In the
categories of PGT, TGT and PAT, which are likely to be 8. Poet Graduate TellCher (PhyIicI) 816
filled by Oct., 2005. As of now many candidates who were
offered appointment on direct recruitment and many 9. Post Graduate Teacher (Chemlatry) 818

teachers who have been offered promotion have . .rted

10. Poet Graduate Teacher (Mathe) 842
reporting for duty. However, the approximate number of
vacancies available in the said posts are as foIIows:- 11. Post Graduate Teacher (Biology) 745

Post No. of vacancies , 2. Post Graduate Teacher (Comme~) 2&8

1 2 13. Trained Graduate Teacher (Hindi) 1~

POT (10 lubjects) 225 14. TraIned Graduate Teacher (EngIIeh) . 2~14
 289 WritlBn. AnsWBI5 CHAITRA -01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 290

2 3 2 3

15. Trained Graduate Teacher (Sanskrit) 940 20. Music Teacher 969

16. Trained Graduate Teacher 1793 21. Physical Education Teacher 901
(Social Studies)
22. Drawing Teacher 571

17. Trained Graduate Teacher (Maths) 1988 23. Work Experience Teacher 951

18. Trained Graduate Teacher (Biology) • 1397 24. Voga Teacher 254

19. Primary Teacher 12477 Total 32796

StIIIement-ll

Details of Teachel5 Awaiting Redeployment

S.No. Region Name of WETs MIF DOB Present KV

2 3 4 5 6

1. Bangalore MS Pratap Chandran M 25/511958 Hebbal

2. Bangalore K.H. Shlvkumar M 191811968 JalhaJll No. 1

3. Bangalore H. Srinivasan M 4/2149 MEG and Centre

4. Bhopal Sh. Neeraj Sharma M 117167 No. 1 Gwalior

5. Bhopal Sh. S.R. Bhongade M 512149 VSN Nagpur

6. BBSR Sri Sudhanau Panda M 117160 Sambalpur

7. Mumbai Renu Aggarwal F 913161 No.1 Colaba

8. Kotkatta Ms. M. Kundu F 11/3148 Barrackpore AFS

9. Oelhi Smt. K.B. Harlpriya F 1819/1955 No. 1 Delhi Cantt.

10. Delhi Shri J.P. Mehta M 26/1211945 No. 2 Delhi Cantt.

11. Delhi Mrs. Renu Jaltly F 261111971 No. 3 DeIhl Cantt.

12. Delhi Mil. Archana Saxena F 17/811963 Gale Market

13. Delhi Shrt . NIwaa Arya M 27/211966 JNU

291 Wt1tten Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 292

2 3 4 5 6

14. Delhi Shri P.K. Kanth M 517157 Nolda

15. Delhi Smt. Suman Devl F 1/6176 Tagore Garden

16. Hyderabad Sri Dlwakar Rao P M 17/6/1976 Trimulgherry

17. Jammu Subash Chander M 20/10/1972 No.1 Amritsar

18. Jammu Pawan Kumar Sharma M 16/11/1968 No.1 Udhampur

19. Patna Shri L.S. Choudhary M 10/1/51 AFS Gorakhpur

20. Patna Shri R.J.N. Sahay M 23112/1962 Patna No.1

21. Patna Sh. M.N. Verma M 5/8/62 Mughalsarai

S.No. Region Name of PETs MIF DOB Present KV

1. Lucknow MS Tomar M 111/68 No.1 Agra

2. Lucknow UP Singh M 20/1011969 NC AHahabad

3. Lucknow AK Shukla M 12110170 Kanpur Cantt.

4. Lucknow Achala Pkhariyal F 21/04/1959 No. 1 Chakeri

5. Lucknow BG Miahra M 8/9/47 No. 2 Chakeri

6. Lucknow Ashutosh Shukla M 1911111973 AMC Lucknow

7. Chennal ER Sargunar F 1411211948 HVF Avadi

8. Chennal Mamta Manjari Panda F 4111168 Islands Grounds

[lianslafion} (c) whf'ther Mallkhamb has been recognised by

the National Olympic Committee; and
Mallkhamb a. Nmlonal Sport
(d) H so, the steps taken/being taken by the
2927. SHRI HANS RAJ G. AHIR : Will the Minister of
Government to promote Mallkhamb a traditional Indian
YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pIeMed to state:
sport?

(a) whether a demand has ~ made to Include

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
Mallkhamb in the National Sporta Competition;
OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) :
(b) H eo, the reaction of the Government thereto; (a) Yes. Sir.
293 Written An.sMIS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 294

(b) The National level Sports Competition are (a) the names of the NGOs which have provided
Conducted by the concerned National Federations. financial assistance aJongwith assistance under Article
275(1) under tribal development schemes during 2004-
(c) The Indian Olympic Association has recognized
05 and thereafter State-wise particularly in the State of
'Mallkhamb Fedetation (Regd.) India with its headquarters Orissa;
at Mumbai for Mallkhamb discipline.
(b) the names of NGOsllnstitutions who have
(d) The development of individual sports is the provided financial assistance and ultimately black-listed
responsibility of the State Govemments and concerned during the said period; and
National Sports Federation. The Government has recognized
the Federation mentioned in part (c) above under "Others" (c) the action taken by the Govemment thereon so
Category. far?

[English] THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER

OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION
Deihl LIInd Reforms Act, 1954 (SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) to (c) The information is being
compiled and will be laid on the Table of the House.
2928. SHRI RAGHUNATH JHA : Will the Minister of
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to refer to the replies Boat Race a8 Sporta Item
given 'to Unstarred Question Nos. 2865 and 3313 dated
August 17, 2004 and December 21, 2004 respectively and 2930. SHRI DR. K.S. MANOJ : Will the Minister of

state: YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:

(a) whether the information has since been (a) the criteria for considering a sport item as a

collected; National Sports event;

(b) if so, the details thereof and the action (b) whether the Govemment proposes to consider
Boat Races as a sport event in the country particularly In
taken;
Kerala; and
(c) if not, the reasons for the delay in the collection
(c) if so, the steps taken/to be taken In this regard?
of the information; and

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF

(d) the time by which the information is likely to be
OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) :
collected?
(a) There is no scheme of Government of India for
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND considering a sport item as a National Sports event.
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM National Championships in individual disciplines are
NABI AZAD) : (a) to (d) Complete information has not been organized by National Sports Federatlone ..
received from the concerned agencies. The matter is being
(b) and (c) Govemment has recognized National
pursued and the Information will be laid on the Table of
Sports Federations for promotion of various water sports
the Sabha as soon as It is obtained.
disciplines such as Rowing, Yachting and Kayaklng and
NOOa under Trfbel Development Scheme Canoeing. Financial assistance is given to these National
Sports Federations for sending their teams abroad, for
2929. SHRI GIRIDHAR GAMANG : WHI the Minister of training and participation in international tournaments,
TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state: holding Intemationai tournaments In India. conducting
295 Written Answers MARCH 22'" ·2005 to Questions 296

National Championships and also for procuring equip- by a meter of approved brand and size purchased from
ments. Assistance is also extended through the Sports mai1<et.
Authority of India for organizing coaching camps for
(e) and (f) The DJB has Indicated that it Is discharging
preparing national teams and for engaging the services
Its responsibilities as per Delhi Water Board Act, 1988 and
of foreign coaches. Limited secretarial assistance is also
the directions of Government of NCT of Delhi.
provided to NSFs' by way of reimbursement of salary of
Joint/Assistance Secretaries of the Federations. Requests Retaining of Government Accommodation
for assistance are processed according to the guidelines
laid down under various Schemes of the Ministry. 2932. SHRI MADHU GOUDH YASKHI : Will the
Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
Manhole Cove,. OVer Sewage LIne.
(a) the names of persons retaining Government
2931. MOHO. MUKEEM : Will the Minister of URBAN accommodation after their retirement from the service of
DEVELOPMENT be, pleased to state : the Govemment of India though not eligible to retain
Government accommodation;
(a) whether the Delhi Jal Board has failed tQ provide
(b) the reason for delay in cancelling such allot-
'proper manhole covers over their sewage lines causing
ments; and
serious threat to pedestrians as reported in The Time of
India dated December 2, 2004; (c) the steps being taken to follow the rules framed
in this regard strictly?
(b) if so, the facts thereof and the reaction of the
Govemmef)t thereto; THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
(c) whether the DJB is planning to force the NABI AZAD) : (a) A statement is enclosed.
consumers to replace the faulty water Meters which were
Installed by DJB after charging the consumers with the (b) and (c) Such an allotment is cancelled on the
clear knowledge that these will be maintained by DJB; retirement of a person after allowing himlher the retention
period permissible under the Rules. Evfction proceedings
(d) if so, the details thereof; are initiated under the Public Premises (Eviction of
Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971 in the event of non-
(e) whether the Government proposes to ensure vacation of accommodation. Damages are charged for
that there Is rule of law in the city and this Is followed by overstay.
the Govemment agencies such as Delhi Jal Board; and
S""ment
(f) if so, the steps taken by the Government In this
regard? Names of persons retaining Govemment accommoda-
tion after their Retirement from Government service
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM SI. Name of Allottee Quarter No.
NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) The Delhi Jal Board has Informed No.
that It endeavours to replace stolenlbrokenluneven
1 2 3
manhole covers promptly.

(c) and (d) It is reported that the Water meters provided 1. Shri Hukam Singh Pundir F-3, Nauroj! Nagar

by OJB are replaced/repaired by OJB. The consumers also

2. Shri Harpal Singh 160/3, Andrews Ganj
have a choice to replace'the water meter instaRed byDJB
297 Wrlltttn AnSMtI3 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to QuestIons 298

2 3 2 3

3. Shri S.L. Shanna 783, Tlmarpur 23. Shri O.S. Dixit 121188 Lodi Colony

4. SM Prasun LahOri F-11, Naurojl Nagar 24. Shrl K.N. Pargai 71140 Lodi Colony

5. Shri Santosh Kumar 78-0, Vasant Vlhar 25. Shri G.S. Pandey 17/887 Lodl Cotony

Kannakar
26. Shrl L.N. Mathur 1911010 Lodi Colony

6. Shri S.C. Sxena 4412B, S-li Oiz Area

27. Shri Kalu Ram 171937 Lodi Colony

7. Shrl Wauan Singh 69/1 B, S-II Diz Area 28. Shri A. Chawdhary 151282 Lodl Colony

8. Shri M.S. Ahluwalia 76140, S-II Olz Area 29. Shri Rajtv Srivastava CI/71, Sapa Nagar

9. Shri A.L. Bajal 104-B, Aram Bagh 30~ Shri K.H. Khan CV65, Bapa Nagar

10. Shri S.A. Gauhar 103-B, Aram Bagh 31. Shri V. Goindrajan CIV16, Chanakyapuri

11. Shrl Chander Singh 38, Probyn Road 32. Shri V.K. Chaudhary CI1/75, Shahjahan Road

12. Shri B.N. Singh 138(MS) Tlrnar Pur 33. Shri ANn Kshetrapal CIV87, Motl Bagh

44, Probyn Road 34. Smt. Pratlbha Karan 21, Lodl estates
13. SM Kamlesh Bose

35. SM Phul Singh 4719, Rajpur Road

14. Shri Goswaml Chanderkala B-2135, UOP, Nehru
Nagar D-453 Serojlnl Nagar
36. Hoshlar Singh

15. Late Shrl Bhagwan 8-2/34, UDP, Nehru 37. Shim Slngh Malik 8-351 Sarojini Nagar
Nagar
38. R.N. Sharma 8-739 SerojiniNagar
16. Dayanand B-2125, UOP, Nehru
39. Ram Ceo 0-451 Serojlnl Nagar
Nagar

40. V.K. Chawla 8-253 Sarojtnl Nagar

17. Shrl Dharmendra Chaudhry 8-2/48, UDp, Nehru
Nagar 41. Hart Dev BO-918 SaR)jlnl Nagar

16. Shri Ramphal E-50, M.K. Road 42. H.V. Shah A8-S01 Sarojlnl NagAr

19. Shrl Satish Kumar VMK-2, Srinlwaspuri 43. N.P. Shina 1-108 S.rojlni Nagar

20. Ms. Sarta Handa 1020, B.K.S. Marg 44. Ralinder Prasad J-417 Sarojlnt Nagar

21. stili Inder Kumar 22/1068 LodI Ccilony 45. Mohan Joshi F-78 Sarojinl Nagar

22. Stlrt D.S. Gosaln 5/573 LodiCoiony 46. Mangel Sain 1-501 Sarojinl NtIIgar
299 WrlttBn AnswetS MARCH 22, 2005 to auestlons 300

2 3 2 3

47. Jaswinder Kaur L·114 Sarojlni Nagar 71. Lalit Kumar 837/S-41RK Puram

48. Ajit Singh 1·347 Sarojini Nagar 72. Ambikesh Sharma G·3231Naroji Nagar

49. Suresh Chander L·123 Sarojini Nagar 73. Late U.N. Saxena 6751S-21Sadiq Nagar

50. P.K. Kaul H·52 Sarojini Nagar 74. Shyam Singh 5361S·21Sadiq Nagar

51. Smt. Nirmala Devi H·240 Sarojini Nagar 75. Daya Ram 1022lS-8IRK Puram

52. Smt. Poola Rani OG·915 Saroiini Nagar 76. Khem Chand 551S-VIIIRK Puram

53. A.K. Mukoo H·162 Sarojini Nagar 77. Manchu Mandai 980NIIIIIRK Puram

54. A.K. Tiwari M·261 Sarojlni Nagar 78. P.N. Kachroo 60/9/S-VMB Road

55. Rabindra Nath Sarkar H·216 Sarojini Nagar 79. A.N. Mathew 359/S·VlR.K. Puram

56. Jaya Raju K.A. 00·992 Saroiini Nagar 80. Iswhar Dass 15881/S·51R.K. Puram

57. Santosh Sharma DG·883 Sarojinl Nagar 81. P.R. Mishra 6581S·5IMB Road

58. Pawan Kumar C·519 Sarojlni Nagar 82. Kishan Lal 869/S-3IMB Road

59. Smt. Kunda Bhiwandkar H·132 Sarojlni Nagar 83. Babod Ram 1195/S·IVlR.K. Puram

60. Randhir Singh C·302 Sarojinl Nagar 84. Jai Kumar 1367/S·71MB Road

61. Nirmala Gupta GI-949 Sarojinl Nagar 85. Kallash Chand 717/s-7IMB Road

62. Paras Nath Yadav GI·764 Sarojini Nagar 86. Faqir Chand 5817/S·IIMB Road

63. A.S. Bora GI·1054 Sarojlni Nagar 87. C.P. Gupta 664/S·121R.K. Puram

64. Anokhey Lal GI·940 Sarojini Nagar 88. Bachi Ram 1339/s-41R.K. Puram

66. G.C. Upreti GI-1084 Sarojini Nagar 89. Bishan Singh 9291S-3IR.K. Puram

66. K. Singh G-5, Nanak Pure 90. V.P. Lokanathan 9531S-4IR.K. Puram

67. Nand Kumar G-280, S.N. Purl 91. M.P. Singh G-404JNaul'Ojl Nagar

68. Rattan Singh H·10, Nanak Pure 92. Maheshwari Devi 5451S-71R.K. Puram

69. lmareti Devl G-278, S.N. Purl 93. Mesaak Raman 952/S-8IR.K. Puram

70. Jal Narayan 0-831, Netajl Nagar 94. Narender Pal 1560/S-7JMB Road
301 Written AnSWBrs CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 302

2 3 2 3

95. . Ram Tlrath 1131/s-7IMB Road 119. J.N. Dubey 1471011S-1IMB Road

96. late P.K. Tyagl 168/S-9IR.K. Puram 120. Saroj KJrplanl 115/S-7JRK Puram

97. P.K. Chaudharl 1764/S-3IMB Road 121. V.N. S1ngh 4581S-71RK Puram

98. Jaiklshan Ram 75-KlS-4JMB Road 122. Chander Bhan 3871S-8IRK Puram

99. H.C. Shanna 93-01S-4IMB Road 123. Y.K. Chaudhary 11641&&'RK Puram

100. K.C. JOshi 5831S-2ISadlq Nagar 124. P.K.SIngh 6751S-8IRK Puram

101. Saran Dan -867IS-4IRK Puram 125. R.B. Shanna 591S-7JRK Puram

102. Prabhakar Mishra 13-ClS-4IMB Road 126. Jaswam Singh 4991S-7/RK Puram

103. Ram Kanwar 390!S-5IRK Puram 127. Chuhar Singh 7201S-IIRK Puram

104. Shymal Chakrborty 234/S-4IRK Puram 128. Krishan Singh 10411S·6IRK Puram

105. Sant Ram 11511S-4IRK Puram 129. Bhadur Singh 22315-7IMB Road

106. Ram' Naryan 642/S-llISadiq Nagar 130. Prem Singh 868JS.5IRK Puram

107. Bachey lal 1161S-41RK Puram 131. Ram Kanwar 3901S-SIAK Puram

106. Praveen Sharma 8OIS-4IRK Puram 132. Sohan Chand 731fS.5IRK Puram

109. O.P.Sharma 5151S·4IRK Puram 133. Samash Singh 611S-6IRK Puram

110. Pramod Chand 127215-41RK Puram 134. P.K. Mlshra 588IS-5IRK Puram

111. Parshu Ram 2841S-2ISadlq Nagar 135. R.K. Chaturvedy 16651S-51RK Puram

112. Rajesh Sonl 06I1215-IIMB Road 136. Jagdllh Chandra 992/S.5/RK Puram

113. P.K. Tyagl 1681S-9IRK Puram 137. S. Manjhl 481S.5/RK Puram

114. Shyam Chand" 139/0S1S-tIMB Road 138. Anke8her Singh 3841S-31RK Puram

115. J.K. Dalmary 134108IS-IlMB Road 139. Jasound Ram 875/S-6/MB Road

116. DevI Ram 85I01/S-IJMB Road 140. Surender TtwarI 382fS.51M8 Road

117. Dan Singh 1451021S-11MB Road 141. Ram Lakhen Panjiar 411IS-SIMB Road

118. P'J. Kllnake 84/S-9IRK Puram 142. Hast Bhadur 239J9..51M8 Road
303 Written Answe15 MARCH 22. 2005 to Questions 304

2 3 2 3

143. Mohinder Singh 419/S·5IMB Road 167. Devki Nandan 520/8-5/MB Road

144. Alexander 8321S·SlMB Road 168. Klshori Lal 15fS-51M8 Road

145. Balmiki Biptilal 87B1S·51M8 Road 169. Om Prakash 14011S-3JMB Road

146. Trilok Singh 71318-5IMB Road 170. Mohan Singh 7101S·5iMB Road

147. JeetSingh 7931S·5IMB Road 171. Rhotash Singh 8451S-5IMB Road

148. H.S. Sharma 88S1S-5IMB Road 172. p.K. Nath 15231S·3IMB Road

149. Raghunath Prasad 8351S-6IMB Road 173. P.M. Janardhanan 16081S-3IMB Road

150. Gidu Ram 8531S-5IMB Road 174. MotlRam 662!S-3iMB Road

151. Bahori Lal 247/S-5IMB Road 175. Naseem Ahamad 3851S-3IMB Road

152. P.K. Gopalan 691/S·5IMB Road 17(;. Doyalt Singh 38818-3IMB Road

153. Mlahra Lal 533JS.SlMB Road 177. Faqir Chand 30SlS-3IMB Road

154. Shyam Chand 490/8-SlMB Road 178. K.N. Badoin 106-HlS-4IMB Road

155. Bani Singh 5021S·5IMB Road 179. Gopal Mehto 18-ElS-WB Road

156. Prem Singh 748/S-5IMB Road 180. Laxman Ram 139-BlS-4IMB Road

157. Chander Shan 607/S-3/MB Road 181. M.L. Sharma 115-Bl5-4IMB Road

158. Shiodhan SIngh 6301S-3IMB Road 182. Atma Ram Jangid 121.J/s-.4JM8 Road

159. Ram Kishan 603IS-3IMB Road 183. Madan Chand 133-NlS-4JMB Road

160. T.S. Rawat 484/S-3/MB Road 184. B.D. Joshi 128-N/S-4IMB Road

161. R.L. Bhardwaj 4171S-3IMB Road 185. Gopi Chand 96-Q/5-4iMB Road

162. Baaant lal 381/S-5/MB Road 186. Babu Lal· 48-E/S-4IMB Road

163. Jagdish Chand 369/S-5/MB Road 187. Mohan Singh Co52. Hanuman Ad

164. MPabir Singh 641S·5IMB Road 188. Nar Bhahadur Co133. Hanuman Rd

165. Rem Swaroop 39/S-6IMB Road 189. Ram Bhahadur Co111, Hanuman Rd

166. S.C. Shalma 14611S-3IMB Road 190. Jalal Kondaiya 160-R. Awn Bagh
305 CHAlTRA 01. 1927 (Saka) 10 a..-tIons

2 3 2 3

191. Budha Khan 185-H. Aram Sagh 215. Laxml Chand 571. 5.4. Tlmarpur

192. Jeet Singh Mahar C-186. Aram Bagh 216. Khatwat Singh 1697, LAC

193. Surjit Serialr 1751, Laamlbal Nagar 217. Kbuhl Ram 2291. LRC

194. Madan LaI 65, L.asmibai Nagar·

.
218 . S.P. Singh 2139, LRC

195. Halt Om Sharma 40111 C, ·OIZ Area, S.2 219. J.P. Verma 7311, Sedlq Nagar

196. K.P. Mandai 1116, BKS Marg 111192. Dev Nagar

220. B.P. Prajapatl

197. Shaahi Kumar 1811A, OIZ Area. S.2 121152. Oev Nagar
221. A.S. Tanwak

198. Rattan Lal 3I4C, OIZ Area, S.2.2

222. M.R. Ramachandran C-1 as, Nanak Pura

199. Sukckw 5lngh 37-S. OIZ Area, S.2

223. Shri Ram 3IS-IIMkt.IR.K. Puram

200. Jal Singh Mahta 85-R. OIZ Area, S.4

224. Pya,. Lal 262/S-3, R.K. Puram

201. R.C. Sharma C-/BO. Lodl Colony

225. Vlnod Sinha 8111S-5. M.B. Road

202. Prahtad Sharma C-313, KldwaI Nagar

226. B.B. Shanna 27215-5, M.B. Road

203. ShIv Charan 0-385. Motl Bagh

227. Shiv Ram 2831S-5, M.B. Road

204. Om Prakash A-213, Kidwai Nagar

228. Chedi Lal 1821, Lodhi Road
205. Ram~ LaI F-112. Mati Bagh Complex

206. Glrije .Prasad A-l50, Motl Bagh 229. M.R. Nath 1985, Lodhl Road
Complex
207. B. Tappe A-35, Moti Sagh

230. Tarsim Chamd 8371S-8. R.K. Puram

208. Kanhanya 1164(MS) Timarpur

231. K.s. Adhlkari 2481S-1, R.K. Puram

209. Ram Muktelhwer 630, S.4. Tlmarpur

232. Dhanpat Singh 73215-8. R.K. Puram

210. Gurdlyal SIngh 531, S.4. TImlrpur

233. G.L Singh 884/S-9. R.K. Puram

211. Hans Raj Z-EI13. Timarpur

Z-S11. Ttmarpur 234. B.V. lyer 2461S-3. R.K. Puram

212. Ram Kiehan

213. Bundu Khan 366. Lancer Road 235. S.N. Maheshwari 93715-7. M.B. Road

214. Jagru Ram 647, 5.4, Timatpur 236. Tobl.. Bara 147-ctS-4, M.S. RoM
307 MARCH 22,2005 to Questions 308

2 3 2 3

237. T.S. Bali 11/5/ S-1, M.B. Road 281. Man Singh F-440, Kasturba Nagar

238. Mool Chand 11112, S-1, M.B. Road 262. Jagdish 864-S.IIR.K. Puram

239. R.P. Mehra 23-PIS-4, M.B. Road 283. Chandagi Lal 81-B, Aram Bagh

240. A.S. Sharma 976/S-7, M.B. Road 264. Mohan Lal 7/145, Andrewa Ganj

241. Jay Ram 366, Lodhl Road Complex 285. ViJay Pal M-513, Kuturba Nagar

242. Tei Kiahan Z-20, Sarojini Nagar 266. surtnder Singh K-159, Kall Bari Marg

243. S.K. Bedi 882-Laxml BaI Nagar 267. Mahavtr Singh J-900, Kali· Bart Marg

244. B.L. Wanchoo 318, Laxml BaI Nagar 288. Santosh Singh M-503, Kuturba Nagar

245. P.K. Sharma 1913, Sec. I, M.B. Road 269. Chander Singh S-1I1279, R.K. Puram

246. P.C. Sabharwal 1-L.F. Todar Mal Square 270. Rim Lal A·188, Minto Road

247. M.L. Dulla 123-N.W. Moll Bagh 271. Asha DeYi S-11I182, R.K. Puram

248. RaJan Jayant 28-N. W. Motl Bagh 272. Indra Deyi S·1I/822, A.K. Puram

249. D.N. Mlehra 12/919-R.K. Puram 273. Shlban 1-192, Lancer Road

250. Sushll Sharma 231171, Lodi Colony 274. Laxml Devi 1-170, Lancer Road

251. Bat Kishan 9/104, P.K. Road 275. Biru Ram S-1I1828, R.K. Puram

252. Oharam Pal 8-E/S.lV DIZ Are. 276. Raghunandan Singh S-1I46I13, M.B. Road

253. Puran Chand 15/186, Pram Nagar 277. Suresh S-1I34I10, M.B. Road

254. Om Prakash 4181, Pram Nagar 278. Pram Prakash H-510, S.N. Puri

255. Hari Lal 121155, Pram Nagar 279. Muraru Lal S-V33I2. M.B. Road

256. Sant Ram 39/465. P.K. Road 280. Bldeshi Lal S-II34I2. M.B. Road

257. Tej Pal 124215.1, R.K. Puram 281. Baaanti 5-71707, R.K. Puram

258. Sambhu 10701S,I, R.K. Puram 282. Mata Din Yaday 0-563, Netaji Nagar

259. Mam Chand .C-328, Kasturba Nagar 283 . Bisan Kumar C·79, Netaji Nagar

280. Kaptan Singh 8-105, Kalturba Nagar 284. Prem Kumar 5-7/185, M.B. Road
309 Written An.wets CHAITRA 01. 1927(Saka) 310

2 3 Andhra Pradesh. Kerala. Andaman and Nlcobar.. and

Lakshadweep;

285. Jati Ram F-1759. Neta)1 Nagar

(d) If so. the details theteof; and

286. Mehar Singh F-1824. Netaji Nagar

(e) the plans for development of these villages and

287. Hari Ram M-33. Sunder Nuraety cost thereof?

288. Netra Pal 0-45. Kidwai Nagar THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFA1RS (SHRl s. REGUPATHY) : (a) and (b) The
289. Mahender Singh 0-317. Kidwal Nagar State Governments. being primarily responsible for
providing relief to the affected people arw taking
290. Vinod Kumar 0-465. Kidwal Nagar
rehabilitation measures with ..slstanee from the Govern-
ment of India. State Governments. NGOs and others.
291. Fakir Chand 0-41. Kldwal Nagar

(c) and (d) The national response In the Tsunami

292. Shankar 0-643. Kidwai Nagar
disaster has been overwhelming. The Government em-
293. Ram Singh E-88. Motl Bagh ployees and members of Legislative Assemblies have also
given donations. The Prime Minister. the Chairperson. UPA,
294. Dull Chand E-86. Kidwal Nagar the Home Minister and other Union Minlaters have also
visited the affected areas to see the progress of relief work
295. Madan Lsi 0-559. Kldwal Nagar
In the affected StateslUTs.

296. Mehar Chand S-511234. R.K. Puram

(e) The details of such viliagea have not. so f....

297. Chander Man/hi 0-416. Kidwai Nagar been given by the eoneemed State Governments to the
Ministry of Home Affairs.
298. Raje8hwarl Oevl 0-221. KJdwal Nagar
DemoHtlon of Illegal CoMtructlon.
Teunaml Dluater
2934. SHRI VIJOY KRISHNA : Will the Minister of

2933. SHRI EKNATH MAHAOEO GAIKWAO : URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state :

SHRI IQBAL AHMED SARADGI :

(a) whether the Hon'ble High Court of Deihl has

Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to directed Deputy Commissioner (Revenu) and (MCD).
South and South-West DeIhl. GNCTD of Deihl to demolish
state :
all illegal constructions situated on agricultural land of
(a> whether various State Governments have village Ghitorni and Sultanpur within four weeks from
agreed to adopt a few tsunami hit villages; 17.4.2004;

(b) if so, the details In this regard. State-wise; (b) if so. whether not a single Illegal constructions
situated on agricultural land of these vlMages has been
(c) whether the State Governments eolJected removed despite being vested into Gram Sabha under the.
donations from MLAs. Government employees had provisions of Section 81 of the Deihl Land Reforms Act.
deputed abc mlni11te1'8 to 0Y8f'H8 relief work in Tamil Nadu. 1954;
311 MARCH 22, 2005 to .Queeftons 312

(c) if so the reasons for not complyfng the orders (c) to (f) There is a proposal to establish Mission Mode
of the Hon'ble Court; National Urban Renewal Mission for providing reform
linked central assistance for select cities Including
(d) the steps taken to remove the said Illegal Bangalore and Mumbai. Details of the Mission have not
construction; and
been flnaliled.

(e) the present status of the said case?

{Translation}

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND

Funde for Urban Water SUpply and
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
Sewage Disposal Scheme.
NABI AZAD) : (a) to (e) Infol'l'Mtion is being collected Md
will be laid on the Table of· the Sabha. 2936.SHRI KRISHNA MURARI MOGHE :
SHRI CHANDRABHAN SINGH :
Special Package for aangalore
Win the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be
2935. SHRI ANANTH KUMAR : Will the Minister of
pleased to state :
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state :
(a) the efforts being made by the Govemment to
(a) whether the Union Govemrnent proposes to
mobilize adequate funds so as to implement urban water
extend a special package for the InfraatructuraVdeveIop-
supply and sewage disposal schemes;
ment of Bangalore on the lines of specla' package to
Mumbal; (b) whether the rul.. and procedure for providing
loan by llC, HUDCO and financial institutions for these
(b) if so, the details thereof and the time frame set
schemes are being further llberalleed; and
up for extending this package;
(c) if 80, the details the,.".,
(e) whether the Union Govemment has -sreed to
provide additional funds for Infrastructure development at THE MfNISTER OF PARLIAMEN'D'RY AFFAIRS AND
Bangalore city as part of the initiatives to be undertaken MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
by the Centre; NABI AZAD) : (a) There are two on-going Centrally
Sponsored Schemes to provide grants to the State
(d) If BO, whether the Prime Minister during his visit
Govemments/nodal agencies for urban water supply and
In February, 2005 to Bangalore has agreed to provide
sewage projects:-
more funds;

(i) Accelerated Urban Water Supply Programme

(e) if so, the total amount 80 far provided to the
(AUWSP) for water supply for small tOWN
Kamataka State; and
having population less than 20000 as per 19911
(f) the time by which the State Govemment Is likely 2001 Census.
to start Its work on Improving the Bangalore city?
(Ii) Infrastructur Development In Mega Cities for
THE., MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND Cities with a population of 40 I8khs and above
:
MINISTER OF URBAN DEV~LOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM (excluding Delhi) as per 1991 census for water
NABI AZAD) : (a) No, Sir. supply and sewage projects.

(b) Does not arise.

313 Wrlften .AnswetS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to au.tIons 314

the above mentioned schemes, efforts being made by {English]

Govemment to arrange sufficient funds for Water Supply
and Sewerage D1s~ Schemes Include, Inter·alla: Cent,., A••'ltllnce for A...t Creation

2937. SHRI CHANDRA BHUSHAN SINGH: Will the

(I) Announcement made by the Finance Minister
Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
in the Budget Speech about an outlay of
As. 5,500 orore for 2005-06 Including a grant (a) whether the Govemment Is considering to link
component of Rs. 1,650 erore for the National Central assistance for all asset creation including real
urban Renewal Mission to provide reform linked estate development;
assistance for infrastructure development of
select cities. (b) if so, the details thereof;

(II) There Is also a proposal to integrate the on- (c) whether the Govemment had Introduced a

going Centrally Sponsored Schemes under a digitallaed urban information system In 137 Indian cities

comprehensive Urban Infrastructure Develop- for real estates developers and urban planners; and

ment Scheme for Small and Medium Towns.

(d) if so, the details thereof?
The details of the scheme have not been
finalized. THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHUlAM
(II" Finance Minister hal also announced a provi- NABI AZAD) : (a) There Is a proposal to establish NaHonal
sion of Rs.1600 crore for "viability gap" funding Urban Renewal Mission in order to provide reform linked
for Infrastructure projects. There Is also a Central assistance for Infrastructural development of MIect
provision of Rs.600 crore In the budget of cities.
Ministry of Urban Development for Viability Gap
Funding for Urban Infrastructure Projects for the (b) Details have not been finalised.

year 2005-06.
(c) There Is a proposal to set up National Urban
Information System In the urban local bodIe8 for planning,
(iv) Ministry of Urban Development also supports
management and decentralized govemance.
State Govemments In seeking external assis-
tance for Urban Water Supply Sanitation
(d) Details have not been finalized.
projects and recommends them to Department
of Economic Affairs (Ministry of Finance) 8eedhl P,.tha
for taking up with multl-Iaterallbi-Iateral agen-
2938. SHRIMATI SUMITRA MAHAJAN :
cies.
SHRIMATI KARUNA SHUKLA :
(b) and (c) Rules procedures and other terms and
win the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-
conditions (lncfuding rate of Interest) for grant of loans 818
MENT be pleased to state :
decided by the Investment Commfttee and are reviewed
every year in the beglMing of the financial year in (8) whether the tradition of 'Seedhi Pratha' which
the cause of Life Insurance CorporaHon of India. meana bonded labour Is prevalent In the State of Haryana;
HUDeO reviews and revises the Floating Base Rate In
reapect of an Infrastructure project loans, .. and when (b) If 80, the name of the dI8trIct8 where It iI

nece.ary. pnICIIced;
315 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Quations 316

(c) whether the National Commission for Women Jammu and Kashmir, North-East region and naxal affacted
has highlighted the problem and made any recommenda- State.. Advance rele.... are al80 made under the..
tion to the Government in this regard; and schemes wherever 08C88S8ry. During the current year, an
amount of Rs.5.00 crores has been released to the
(d) if so, the reaction of the Government on Government of Manlpur.
the recommendations of National Commission for
Women? Plan for Urban Employment and
Poverty AII.vlatlon
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI 2940. SHRI G.M. SIDDESWARA :
SINGH) : (a) to (d) The National Commission for Women SHRI AJIT JOGI :
(NCW) in its report titled 'A Situational Analysis of Women
Will the Minister of URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND
and Girls in Haryana' has stated that a tradition called
POVERTY ALLEVIATION be pleased to state :
'Seedhi Pratha' (which implies bonded labour) Is prevalent
in the District of Jind, Rohtak and Hissar of Haryana. No (a) whether In some parts of the country, stili people
specific recommendation has been made by the Commis- die of starvation and poverty and there Is not much scope
sion in this regard. However, the Government of Haryana of employment in urban areas;
has denied existence of the tradition of Seedhi Pratha in
any district of the State. (b) if so, whether the Union Govemment proposes
to prepare any long tenna planlnew scheme for urban
Security Related Expenditure employment and poverty alleviation;

2939. SHRI AKHILESH YADAV : Will the Minister of (c) If 80, the details of the same; and
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state :
(d) the action being taken by the Government for
(a) whether the Govemment proposes to provide the implementation of the said plan/scheme?
the security relat~ expenditure to the State Govemments
in advance to improve the intemal security In each THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
State; URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
(KUMAR I SEWA) : (a) to (d) Keeping in view the lack of
(b) if so, the details thereof; adequate employment opportunities for the urban poor,
Ministry of Urban Development and Poverty Aneviation Is
(c) whether the Govemment has Identified the
already implementing, on all India basis, a centrally
States where the advance funds is proposed to be
sponsored urban poverty alleviation programme named
released; and
Swarna Jayantl Shahan Rozgar Yolana (SJSRY), with
effect from 1.12.1997. This programme i. specially meant
(d) if so, the details of funds released to each State
for urban poor below poverty line and seeks to provide
during the current yea~
gainful employment to the urban unemployed or under
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF employed poor through (i) encouragement to setting up of
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) to seH employment ventures by the urb,n poor and (II)
(d) The Ministry of Home Affal"! has been Implementing through provision of wage employment by utilising their
Security Related Expenditure Schemee for reimbul'I8m8nt labour for construction of socially and economicaHy ueeful
of expenditure Incurred by the State Govemmenta In public ....ts.
317 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to QuestIons 318

Financial Aulatence by HUDCO development in the absence of a National Policy on

Resettlement and Rehabilitation;
~941. SHRI M. SREENIVASULU REDDY : Will the
Ministor of URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY (b) if so, details thereof;
ALLEVIATION be pleased to state :
(c) whether policies made so far do not accord
(a) whether the Housing and Urban Devetopment equal status to the displaced women;
Corporation Limited had extended assistance for the
(d) If so, reasons therefor;
rehabilitation of the victims of natural calamities in various
States; (e) whether the National Commiaalon for Women
has expressed concern over the status of displaced
(b) if so, whether there is any proposal for providing
women;
financial assistance for rehabilitation and housing In the
Tsunami affected areas; (f) if so, the details thereof;

(c) If so, the details thereof; (g) whether surveys reveal that 20 million people
have been displaced during the lut four decades on
(d) whether there is any proposal to construct
account of development out of which 75 per cent have not
Model village Basti In Tsunami affected areas; and
been properly rehabilitated; and

(e) if so, the details thereof?

(h) if so, the steps taken by the Govarnrnent to
frame a National Policy on resettlement and Rehabltlta·
THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
tion?
URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
(KUMAR I SEWA) : (a) Yes, Sir. THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
(b) Yes, Sir.
SINGH) : (a) and (b) As per 11 study on 'Development
(c) Housing and Urban Development Corporation Induced Displacement in India-': Impact on Women'
Limited <HUDCO) has earmarked a sum of Rs. 2000 crores sponsored by the National CornmiAlon for Women (NCW),
which will be made available for lending related to the displacement may affect women differently and the gender
construction and rehabilitation works in the Tsunami Inequalities get accentuated in situations like displacement
affected areas. HUDCO has contributed Rs. one crore to resettlement.
the Prime Minister's Relief Fund and also earmarked
(c) and (d) As per the study referred to In the reply
additional one crore for construction of relief shelters
to parts (a) and (b) above, the Rehabilitation and
with disaster resistant technologies through Building
Resettlement policies of the State Governments of
Centres.
Maharashtra, Gujarat and Orissa have given some benefits
(d) and <e) No, Sir. to displaced women, but none of the other state policies
have gender perspective in resettlement and rehabilitation.
Natlona' Poney on Resettlement
and Rehabilitation (e) and (f) Yes, Sir. The NCW has sponsored a study
on 'Development Induced Displacement in India: Impact
2942. SHRI ADHALRAO PATIL SHIVAJIRAO : Will the on Women' as mentioned in the reply to parts (a) and (b)
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be above.
pleased to atate :
(g) The study referred to above mentiones that as
(a) whether women are the worst victims of per an estimate, the countrY. development programmes
319 WrItten Answers MARCH 22, 2006 to au.tions 320

have caused the displacement of approximately 20 miUion OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION
people over roughly four decades, and as many as 76 per (SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) Grants for setting up of hostel.
cent of these people have not been rehabilitated. for tribals are released under 2 different schemes namely
"Scheme of Construction of hostels for STs Boys and Girls"
(h) The Department of Land Reeources has
and ·Scheme of Grant-In-aid to Voluntary Organizations
formulated and circulated a National Policy on Resettle-
working for the wellare of STs". The receipt of proposals
ment and Rehabilitation of Project Affected Famllles-2003
from State Govts. for release of grants under both th818
(NPRR-2003) to the concemed MinlstrleslDepartments
schemes is a continuous process. Therefore, it is not
and the State Governments for its at:loption. The same was
possible to keep record of the same.
published in the Gazette of India Extraordinary, Part 1-
SectIon I, (No. 46) on 19th February, 2004.. The benefits (b) The proposals are cleared and the grants are
envisaged in the Policy would be applicable to all project released only if the proposal Is complete In all respects
affected families including women. i.e. confirmation of matching State share, availability of land
free of cost, UCs in respect of all the grants released In
Hostel for ST Students
previous years and approval of estimates by PWD/CPWD.
2943. SHRI JASHUBHAI DHANABHAI BARAD : Will A statement showing details of grants released state-wise
the Minister of TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state : during last 3 years is enclosed.

(a) the number of proposals received by the (c) and (d) The clearance of the proposals received
Government for setting up of hostels for Scheduled Tribes from State Govt.lUT in regard to release of grants for
students during the last three years, State-wi8e; construction of hostels gets delayed because incomplete
proposals are sent hurriedly and without utilizing the funds
(b) the number of proposals cleared and the grants
released earlier. The proposals from States have to be
released so· far, State-wile;
retumed with the request to sent complete proposals
(c) the reasons for delay in clearance of the alongwlth utilization certificates. In so far 8S the Govt. of
remaining proposals particularly of State of Gujarat; and Gujarat are concerned, they had made a request In May,
2004 for releasing a total amount of Rs. 67.59 lakhs for
(d) the action taken/proposed to be taken by the
the period ending 2004-05 for the completion of Boys and
Union Government In this regard?
Girls hostels. This amount has already been released to
THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER them on 30.11.2004.

(Rs. in Lakhs)

SI. Name of the State Funds released to State Govts. under Funds released to State Govts. under
No. the Scheme of Construction of hostels the Scheme of Grant-In-aid to Voluntary
for STs Boys and Girls Organizations wortctng for the welfare
ofSTs for hostels

2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2001-02 2002-03 2003-04

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1. Andhra Pradesh 232.50 332.50 277.00 o 1.12 o

321 WrIIten An8wet8 CHAfTRA 01, 192'1 (StIka) to 0ue8tI0ns 322

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

2. Allam 0 0 0 14.17 14.17 14.17

3. Gujarat 3186 0 0 14.16 14.16 14.16

4. Himachal Pradesh 240.10 0 0 0 7.78 4.45

5. Daman and Diu 0 0 0 0 0 0

6. Dadra and Nagar Havell 0 0 0 0 0 0

7. Kerala 22.64 0 0 13.08 9.74 5.50

8. Madhya Pradesh 0 882.00 0 0 1.21 0

9. Manipur 0 0 49.84 7.79 31.21 0

10. Meghalaya 0 27.50 0 0 0 0

11. Orisaa 55.00 0 41.46 12.28 17.42 7.39

12. Rajasthan 0 0 0 0 0 0

13. Tamil Nadu 0 0 0 7.78 4.41 0

14. Trlpura 50.00 0 50 0 0 0

15. Uttar Pradesh 0 0 0 0 0 0

0 5.00 47.76 49.56 108.63 70.80

16. West Bengal

0 0 0 0 0 0
17. Jammu and Kashmir

175.00 0 150.00 0 0 0
18. Kamataka

285.62 0 0 0 2.43 3.78

19. Maharashtra

0 0 0 0 0 0
20. Bihar

0 65.00 150.00 5.44 5.44 0

21. Nagaland

50 0 230.62 5.44 5.44 0

22. JNUIIIT Delhi

394.80 0 817.83 7.40 11.52 6.60

23. Jharkhand

10.00 58.00 0 0 7.08 0

24. Arunachal ~

0 0 0 0 0
25. Mizoram 0
323 MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 324

2 3 4 6 8 7 8

26. Sikkim 0 0 0 0 1.21 0

27. Chhattisgam 10.00 0 0 0 0 0

28. Andaman and Nlcobar 0 0 0 0 0 0

29. Lakshadweep 0 0 0 0 0 0

Total 1557.52 1350.00 1814.51 137.09 242.97 126.86

(Translation) separate water tanks in Type-II and Type-III quarters in the

said colonies.
Conltruction of Additional Room
(b) The plinth area of Type-II quarters in Raja Bazar
2944. SHRI RAJENDER KUMAR :
was less than the revised norms. Therefore, it was decided
SHRI MUNAWAR HASSAN :
to construct an additional room in that colony.
SHRI RAVI PRAKASH VERMA :
(c) and (d) The construction work has already begun.
WUI the Mlnieter of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be
Rs. 91 lakhs (approx.) have been spent so far as against
pleuec:J to state :
the sanctioned amount of R8. 3.57 crores (approx.)

(a> whether the Union Govemment has granted

(English)
permission to construct additional room In type II and III
quarters and provide separate water tank in the Govem- Cancellation of Land Allotted to
.ment colonies particularly in Raja Bazal, Aram Bagh, Lodhi Escorts Hospital
colony and R.K. Puram in the capital;
I 2945. SHRIMATI D. PURANDESWARI : Will the
(b) If 80, the rule8 and justification behind construct- Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to refer
ing one more room in these quarters; to the reply given to Unstarred Question No. 2160 on
December 14. 2004 and state:
(c) the amount spentllikely to be spent thereon; and

(a) whether the Govemment has taken any final

(d) the time by which the construction work for
decision in the matter;
additional room is likely to commence?

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM (c) if not • the reasons therefor?
NABI AZAD) : (a) A sanction for the construction of
additional rooms In 1104 Type-II quarters in Raja Bazar THE MINISTER OF PARLlAMEI'frARY AFFAIRS AND
has been given. Water tanks exists already in all MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
Govemment colonies. In some cases tanks are common NABI AZAD) : (a) to (::) No final decision has been taken
for a group of quarters. There is no proposal to provide in this regard.
325 CHAITRA 01, 1927 ($aka) 328

{Translation] including the procedures, are reviewed on an ongoing

balil to facilitate greater Inflow of FOI Into the country. The
Foreign Direct Investment
Govemment have recently allowed FDJ upto 100% under

2946. StiAl HEMLAL MURMU : the automatic route for the development of townships,

SHRIMATI MANORAMA MADHAVRAJ : housing, built-up infrastructure and constructlon-develop-

SHRI SURESH PRABHAKAR PRABHU ment projects.

Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be (d) and (e) The Committee set upto identify sectors

pleased to state : where investments by Foreign Institutional Investors (Fils)

would not be subject to sectoral equity caps had
(a) the reasons for a very low FDI inflow in our core recommended a composite cap of "9%, including FDI and
sectors like power, roads and highways, mining, news- FII. Ministry of Defence is not in favour of enhancing FDI
paper etc.; limit in the defence sector In view of current gao-political
environment.
(b) the measures taken to enhance FDI inflow in
respective sectors; (f) FDI inflows during last three years, based on
information reported by the Regional Offices of RBI, is
(c) whether Govemment is intending to alter
shown in the enclosed statement. The initiatives taken by
regulations pertaining to FDI in various sectors;
various state Govemments to enhance FDI, inter-alia,
include development of necesaary infrastructure, expedi-
(d) whether Govemment has rejected a proposal to
enhance FDI beyond 26% in defence sector and has tious clearances; simplification of regulatory prooelses;

welcomed private investors; investment promotion and facilitation.

(e) if so, Justification thereto; and

(f) details pertaining to FDI in respective States State-wise Financial Year 8t'8IJk-up .of FDI Inflows

during the last three years and initiatives taken by from April 2001 to March 2004

respective States to enhance FDI in their State?

(Amount in Rupees crore)

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S. SI. RBI's 2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 Total

ELANGOVAN): (a) to (c) Under the liberalised economic No. Region

enVironment, investment decisions including the choice of

2 3 4 5 6
sectors and locations are taken by the entrepreneur based
on commercial and other relevant considerations. Govem-
1. Andhra 338.09 242.65 353.49 934.23
ment of India have put in place a liberal, transparent and
Pradesh
an investor-friendly Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) policy
under which FDI upto 100% is allowed under Automatic 2. Assam 5.58 2.59 19."8 27.65
Route for most sectors/activities including power genera-
tion, transmission and distribution, except atomic power; 3. Bihar 0.00 0.00 1.13 1.13
roads and highways; and most of the mining activities. FDI
4. Gujarat 108.66 550.71 917.12 1576.49
upto 26% is allowed in the newspapers. FDI policy,
327 -, Wdtten Ai¥"1S ,MARCH 22, 2005 · toau.tlons 328

{Engllflh}
1 2 3 5 8
Duty Foregone
5. Kemataka 1348.38 975.24 926.53 3250.12
2947. SHRI SUGRIB SINGH: WUI the Minister of
6. Kerala 66.18 67.45 44.53 178.16
COMMERCE AND INOUSTRYbe. pIeuad to state :

7. Madhya 12.87 5.83 34.85 53.55

(a> the details of the break - up of the duty foregone
Pradesh on varioul export promotion scheme viz. DEPB. EPCG.
EPZ. EOU and refund of duty under the drawback
8. Maharashtra 5137.34 2386.40 1355.31 8859.06
and other schemes during each of the last three years;

9. Rajasthan 5.23 1.22 1.89 8.33 and

10. Tamil Nadu 1659.60 990.17 603.80 3253.58 (b) the details of the projection made by the
Government during the said period?
11. West 87.24 177.96 84.50 349.70
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
Bengal
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
12. Chandigarh 5.93 843.89 76.71 926.53 ELANGOVAN) : (a) The details of the break up of the duty
remission on the various Export Promotion Scheme
13. Deihl 5460.17 3062.22 2123.46 10645.85 including Draw back disbursal during the last three years
is given below:-
14. Goa 15.71 139.09 160.59 315.39
(Rs. in crores,1
15. Not 4235.32 3445.25 3360.72 11041.29
Indicated
SI. Scheme 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05
No. (upto Jan.
16. Advance 706.61 1977.12 1880.76 4564.49
2005)
Inflow

2 3 4 5
17. RBI's NRI o 84.00 172.50 256.50
Schemes
1. Advance 7461.96 10134.03 9097.79
18. Stock 167.94 0.49 o 168.43 licence
Scheme
Swapped

2. EOU/EHTPI 5925.96 9421.95 6881.24

Total 19360.83 14932.28 12117.37 46410.48
STP/EPZs

Note: 1. Amount includes the Inflows Received through 3. EPCG 3025.47 3399.10 3731.47
SIAlFIPB route, acquisition of eXIsting shares
and RBI's automatic route only. 4. Orawback 4520.40 4415.00 2471.99

2. The above State-wise inflows are classified as 5. OEPB Scheme 6830.82 11692.33 8723.60
per RBI's Region-wise inflows furnished by
6. SEZ 1320.02 1164.67
RBI. Mumbal.
329 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (SIIka) 330

2 3 4 5 THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODlYA GAVIT) : (a)
7. DFRC 630.06 635.21 No, Sir.

8. DFCEC 48.08 16.79 (b) Does not arise.

(c) and (d) The Chairperaon of National Human

Total 27764.53 41060.57 32722.79
Rights Commission has written to all the Chief Justices of
High Courts and suggested to .xpedlte the judicial process
Refund of duties under the Draw Back (Deemed
by holding regular special courts in jails and its monitoring
exports) for the last three y~.
by them, review the cases of undertrials on a monthly basit

(Rs. in crores)
and to consider release of unclertrials on personnel bonds
on a review after 6-8 weeks. The Government of India in
2000 sanctioned a scheme for the creation of 1734 fast
51. Scheme 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 Total
track courts. As on 7.3.05, 1699 fast track courts have been
No.
established out of which 1549 courts have already started
functioning and they have disposed off 6,57,462 cases.
1. By DGFT 353.00 418.51 404.62 1176.13

{English]
2. By DOC 232.00 293.61 270.50 796.11
(EPZ) LInk. with Undenvortd

(b) Since the entitlements availed by the exporters 2949. SHRI K.S. RAO :
under the Export Prornotion Schemes are based on actual SHRI NIKHIL KUMAR :
performance, advance projections cannot be made. SHRI ADHIR CHOWDHURY :
SHRI MADHU GOUD YASKHI :
(Translation]
Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
Indian Prlaon Act state :

2948. SHRIMATI ANURADHA CHOUDHARY : Will the (a) whether the Union Government proposes to
Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state : check the partiCipation of businessmen/industrialists asso-
ciated with underworld dons in Government tenders:
(a) whether the Government proposes to amend
the Indian Prison Act--1894 enacted during British rule for (b) if so, the details thereof:
introducing reforms in jails a reported in Hindustsn dated
February 06, 2005; (c) the details of businessmen/industrialists report-
edly associated with underworld dons in the country;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(d) whether persons of film industry are reported to
(c) whether the National Human Rights Commis- have been receiving money through Hawala;
sion has given suggestions to the Govemment to expedite
the ludicial process; and (e) if so, the facts and details thereof;

(d) if so, the reaction of the Government in this (f) whether the Govemment has put any check on

regard? such deals of hl;'1 Industry: and

331 .Wrftten AnSw.e1S MARCH 22. 2005 to Oue«#ons 332

(g) If so. the details thereof? In another case Shri Manaoor A. Siddiqui, a film
producer of Mumbai was suspected of having made a
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF hawala payment of As. 26 lakhs to film star Shrl Sanjay
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT) : (a) Dutt for acting in one of his films. The film could not be
and (b) Directorate General of Supplies and Disposals
produced and for getting back his money SM Siddiqui got
(DGS&D) finalises rate contracts for purchase of items of
Sanjay Outt pressurized from underworld operative Chhota
common use and in regular demand. as are required by
Shakeel and Shri Sanjay Dutt had paid back the money.
various Govemment Ministries/Departments. Rate contacts
A show cause notice was issued to s/Shri Sanjay Dutt and
are normally concluded with firms that are reliable and
M.A. Siddiqui. The case has been adjudicated and the
whose credentials are well established. In order to
charges were not established. Besides, appropriate action
establish the credentials and reliability of the firms DGS&D
is taken under the FEMA Act as and when any such deal
also has a system of registration. Firms are registered as
is detected.
approved suppliers for different items after fulfillment of
prescribed procedure and norms. In case any of the Export Target
registered supplier is found to indulge in any unethical or
malpractice, the system provides for their deregistration 2950. SHRI RAYAPATI SAMBASIVA RAO : Will the
and other administrative action like suspensionlbanning of Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to
business dealings with them. The system as above state:
mitigates towards ensuring that undesirable businessmen
(a) whether export target of $BB billion has been
are kept out of participating in Govemment tenders.
fixed for 2005-06:
(c) In a recent case investigated by Mumbai
Police, one of the accused had stated that two Gutka (b) if so, the concrete steps and measures

manufacturers namely, Shri Rasiklal Dhariwal of Govemment is considering to take to achieve this export
target;
Manikchand Group of Companies and Shri J.M. Joshi of
Goa Gutka had a meeting with gangster Anis Ibrahim
(c) whether Government propose to launch cold
Kaskar (brother of Dawood Ibrahim) in connection with
storage chains and warehousing parks in the country to
settlement of their finanCial dispute. Central Bureau of
promote exports of agricultural products and small and
Investigation has taken over the investigation of the said
medium entrepreneurs; and
case at the request of Government of Mahrashtra on
09.02.2005. (d) if so. details thereon alongwith locations?

(d) to (g) Two instances of receipt of money through THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
hawala by persons of film industry has come to the notice COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
of Directorate of Enforcement. In one case S/Shri Ali ELANGOVAN): (a) Yes, Sir.
Moorani and Mohd. Moorani (both brothers) associated
with fiim industry made payment of Rs. 45 lakhs to Shri (b) A New Foreign Trade Policy' (FTP) was
Bharat Shah, film producer and financier, on behalf of announced in August. 2004 with the objective of
Chhota Shakeel and Rs. 23 lakhs to one person by name doubling India's share of global merchandise trade
of Shri Bacchu in Mumbai representing Chhota Shakeel. within the next five years. Some of the key strategies
A show cause notice was issued to Shri Mooranl Brothers adopted in the FTP include: simplificati,on of procedures,
and Sharat Shah under the provisions of Foreign reduction in transaction cost. neutralisation of incidence
Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999. of all review and duties on inputs used for exports
333 Written AnswetS CHAITAA 01. 1927 (Saka) to Questions 334

and identification of special focus areas like agriculture. recommended by the commission in chapter 6 on patent
handlooms. handicraft. gems and jewellery. leather refonn in the report of UK commission on IPR;
and footwear for further promotion. In addition. Export
Promotion Schemes like 'Vishesh Krishi Upaj YOjna' (f) measures taken to tackle the voluminous patent

(Special Agricultural Produce Scheme) and 'Target Plus' applications;

have been Introduced to further accelerate growth of

(g) difference between "new U88 and mere new
exports.
use" as sought to be changed In thct Section 3, of the
Patents (Amendment) Ordinance, 2004;
(c) and (d) Yes. Sir. APEDA has launched a scheme
to promote the development of infrastructure with the
(h) details pertaining technical application to indus-
objective of improving supply chain and cold chain for
try or a combination with hardware and its juatitication;
horticultura and floriculture products. Under one of the
components of this scheme, APEDA has set up Centre for (i) justification with regard to Section 92(a) in the
Perishable Cargo at airports to provide cold chain and Ordinance;
mechanization of movement of pelletes at Mumbai,
(j) measures to meet export orders in case
Chennai, Bangalore. etc. Besides. setting up of Free Trade
relevant patented drug for domeptlc marteet is not being
and Warehousing Zones (FTWZ) as a Special Category
produced;
of Special Economic Zones (SEZs) with a focus on trading
and warehousing will be permitted under the Foreign Trade
(k) provisions of Section 91 (a) will not restrict
Policy (FTP).
export only to pharmaceutical products; and

Amendment to Patent Act (I) is so, details thereon?

2951. SHRI M.P. VEERENDRA KUMAR : Will the THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
state: ELANGOVAN) : (a) and (b) TRIPs Agreement under Article
27.1 provides that patents shall be available for any
(a) whether the TRIPS Agreement defines patent-
inventions, whether products or processes, in all fields of
able invention;
technology provided that they are new, involve an irventive

(b) if not, has the patentable invention been step and are capable of industrial application. The Patents

adequately defined in the amending process of the Patents Act. 1970 under Section 3 contains details of Inventions,

Act, 1970 to avoid filling of questionable patents; which are not patentable.

(c) reasons for not incorporating stipulations of Art. (c) The provisions relating to compulsory license
under Chapter XVI of the Patents Act, 1970 were revised
31(b) on compulsory licences for commercial activity in
and restructured by the Joint Committee of Parliament that
Amended Patents Act. 1970;
examined the Second Amendment to the Patent law. The
(d) reasons for modifying various sections of provisions effectively balance and calibrate IP protection
chapter V dealing with 'opposition to grant of patent' when with public health, national security and public health
not 'required as per TRIPS Agreement; concems.

(e) whether provision has been made to limit (d) The modified opposition procedure seeks to
the scope of subject-matter that can be patented as provide correctlvea against delays and introduces a
335 MARCH 22, 2005 336

8impllfled, efficient, cost effective and user-friendly mecha- Corruption In DelhJ Police
nism which not only faciUtates expeditious grant of patents
2952. SHRI L. RAJAGOPAL : Will the Minister of
but also safeguards the interest of third partlee.
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state :

(e) The relevant recommendations relating to (a) whether the vtgllance I8Ction In Delhi Police
limiting the scope of subject matter that can be patented hu found 2488 police personnel Indulged In malpractices
made In the report of UK Commission on IPR have been as reported in "The Hindu" dated January 6, 2005;
Incorporated In the Patents Act.
(b) if so, the detaUs thereof;
(f) To tackle the problem of voluminous patent
appHcatlons Government has taken up comprehensive (c) the action taken in this regard; and

modernization of patent offices. The major components of

(d) the steps takenJbeing taken by the Government
modernization initiatives include review of existing proce-
to cleanse the Delhi Police force?
dure and development of new user-friendly procedures,
computerizing the procedure for grant of intellectual THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
property rights, networking of offices, activities connected HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHy) : (a) to. (c) The
with human resource development, training of officers, details of police personnel upto the rank of Inspector, who
were awarded punishment during the year 2004, for
awareness and outreach activities. The problem of backlog
various acts of misConduct InCluding malpractices Is
of pending patent applications has also been addressed
indicated below :
through legislative measures contained in the Patents
(Amendment) Act, 2002 (brought into force with effect from
Nature of punishment awarded Naumbr of
May 20, 2003) which introduced examination on request
Police personnel
system in place of examination of all applications.
Additional patent examiners have also been recruited and Dismissal/removal/termination 84
trained for expeditious disposal of grant of patent
applications within a time frame.
Dismissal under Article 311 (2)(b) 2

Forfeiture of service 354

(g) and (h) The amendment to Section 3 seeks to
provide drafting consistency by substituting the words Reduction in rank 2
"new use" by "mere new use" with a view to excluding
Reduction in pay
grant of patent for mere new use of a know substance
and also to clarify the provision so as to allow software Withholding of increment 106
related inventions having technical applications to industry
Censure 2158
or In combination with hardware as eligible for being
patented. Total 2707

(i) to (i) Section 92(A) has been Inserted to (d) The steps taken in this regard include surprise
implemented the decision contained in Para 6 of the Doha checking by senior officers of the activities of personnel
Declaration on TRIPS and Public Health for enabling deployed for patrolling duty and in police pickets; keeping
export of pharmaceutical products .to countries with a watch on police personnel of 8uep1cloUS character;
insufficient or no manufacturing capacities in the pharma- transfer of police personnel of criminal, disposition to non-
ceutical HCtor in making effective use of co~ry sensitive pots; stringent legal and departmental action
licensing to address public health problema. against those found to be indulging In criminal activitiea:
887 ' CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 338

handling of criminal complaints against police personnel (h) the year-wise amount spent by I.T.F.O. on the
directly by officers of the rank of Joint Commiaaloner of pavellions of States/other countries in theee trade fairs
Police and above, establishment of Public Grievanoes during the last three years; and
Cells in DistrictalUnlts to keep a close watch on ponce
pel'8onnel: surveillance by the Vigilance Branch on the (i) the State-wise/Country-w\M details of the
criminal activities of personnel holding sensitive posts; income,earned by I. T.F.O. from their pavellIons1
extending the faciJlty of telephone No. 23319922 and Post
Box No. 171 to the general public for making complaint THE MINISTEA OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

against harassme'nt by Police personnel; maintenance of COMMEACE AND INDUSTAY (SHAI E. V.K.S.

• register of complaints by the Deputy Commissioner of ELAN GOVAN) : (a) Details of the exhibitions and interna-

Police of Districts; and providing facility to the general tional trade fairs organised In Pragati Maldan, New Delhi
~

public to make complaint against corrupt police personnel by ITPO are given at (b) below. Details of the exhibitions!

through e-mail. trade fairs organised in Pragatl Maldan by other agenci..

during the last three years and till date are given in
(Translation) enclosed statement.

Trade Fair In Deihl (b) The following amounts were spent by ITPO In
organising the trade fairs during the last three years. The
2953. SHAI AAMDAS ATHAWALE :
accounts for the current financial year are under
SHAI BAPU, HAAI CHAUAE :
finalisation.
Will the Minister of COMMEACE AND INDUSTAY be
(As. In lakh)
pleased to state :

2001·2002
(a) the details on the exhibitions and Intemational
trade fairs organized at Pragati Maidan, new Delhi during
1. Consumexh 512001 12.99
last three years and till date;
2. Social Development Fair 512001 15.60
(b) the amount spent In organlsiog, maintaining etc.
of each trade fair held in Delhi by I.T.F.O. during last three 3. Delhi IntI. Shoe Fair 612001 ·33.10
years ttli date;
4. Salavat 912001 12.88
(c) whether such exhibitions and intemational
trade are organized in other parts of the country; 5. Deihl Book Fair 912001 32.21

(d) If so, the details thereon alongwlth business 6. Stationery Fair 912001 12.46
agreement signed during last three years and till date;
7. India Int. Trade Fair 1112001 381.79
(e) whether the visitors to these fairs have been
riSing; 8. Arogya 121200 1 24.50

(f) if so, details thereon and the tee structure 9. Inti. Security and Safety Em 1212001 27.49
during last three years;
10. Tex-etyles India 2I2OOa 121.84
(g) .the details of the· income earned from each
trade fair by the I.T.F.O.; 11. Klrlahi EXpo 212002 28.32
339 Written Answenr MARCH 22, 2006 . to OuetII#ons 340

12 Ahara 312002 24.00 (c) Yes, Sir.

2002-2003 (d) Details of exhlbltlcma and international trade

fairs in other parts of the country are given below:-
1. Deihl IntI. Shoe Fair 412002 53.31
1. . India International Leather Fair 2001, Chennai
2. Delhi Book Fair 812002 33.84
2. International Leather Goods Fair 2001,
3. Sa;avat 812002 13.32
Kolkata

4. Stationery Fair 812002 14.42

3. India International Leather Fair 2002, Chennai
5. National Furniture Show 1012002 17.48
4. International Leather Goods Fair 2002, Kolkata
6. India Int'! Trade Fair 1112001 510.62
5. India International Leather Fair 2003, Chennai
7. Social Development Fair 1212002 12.07
6. International Leather Goods Fair 2003, Kolkata
8. Consumexh 1212002 8.25
7. Mumbai Int'l Consumer Goods Fair 2004,
9. Arogya 1212002 20.26 Mumbai

10. Tex-styles India 212003 109.04 8. India international Leather Fair 2004,. Chennai

11. Krishi Expo 212002 23.94 9. International Leather Goods Fair 2004, Kolkata

12. Ahara 312003 35.66

10. Mumbai Int'l Consumer Goods Fair 2004,
Mumbai
2003-2004

1. Cool Home Fair 512003 12.17 11. India international Leather Fair 2005, Chennai

2. Delhi Book Fair 812003 45.33 12. International leather Goods Fair 2001, KoIkata

3. Stationery Fair 812003 13.89 No agreements have been signed for organising
these fairs.
4. Sajavat 812003 12.37
(e) Yes, Sir.
5. Arogya 912003 23.55
(f) No entry fee Is charged from ~ISltOrs except for
6. Oelhl Ini'l Leather fair 1012003 34.32 India International Trade Fairs and Tex-Stytes India, details
of which is given below:
7. National Furniture Fair 1012003 13.83

8. India Inl'l Trade Fair 1112003 576.14 Indian Intemational 2001-02 2002-03 203-04
Trade Fair
9. Int'l Security & Safety Exh. 1212003 30.13
2 4
10. Tex«yles India 212004 160.29
Business TicketlOay 200 300 300
11. Ahara 312004 36.96
341 WrfIMn·~ CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) *' Q JlMrw. 342

2 3 4 12. Ahara 312002 158.84

Season Ticket 1000 1500 1500

2002-2003

Weekdays (Adutt) 15 20 ("15) 1. Delhi Inti. Shoe Fair 412002 139.92

25 (*20)

Weekdays (Child) 8 10 (*5) 15 (*15) 2. Deihl Book Fair 812002 81.25

Holidays (Adult) 25 30 (*25) 35 (*30) 3. Sajavat 812002 33.6~

Holidays (Child) 10 15 (*15) 20 (*15) 4. Stationery Fair 812002 23.38

rex-StyI.. Ind. 5. National Furniture Show 1012002 33.49

Business Ticket 300 300 300 6. India IntI. Trade Fair 1112001 2237.21

Season TIcket 800 800 800 7. Social Development Fair 1212002 25.78

·for tickets sold through Aency. 8. Consumexh 12J2002 13.94

(g) Details of the income earned from each trade 9. Arogya 12/2002 48.95
by the ITPO during the last three years are given below.
10. Tex-styles India 212003 294.57
(The accounts for the current financial year are under
'inalisation):- 11. Krishi Expo 212002 54.39

(Rs. in lakh) 149.38

12. Ahara 3/2003

2001·2002 2003-2004

1. Consumexh 512001 23.29 1. Cool Home Fair 512003 9.87

2. Social Development Fair 512001 25.83 2. Delhi Book Fair 812003 105.80

3. Delhi IntI. Shoe Fair 512001 126.81 3. Stationery Fair 812003 27.42

4. Sajavat 912001 35.85 4. SajavAt 812003 27.92

5. Delhi Book Fair 912002 69.61 5. Arogya 9/2003 66.08

s. Stationery Fair 9/2001 21.90 6. Delhi IntI. Leather Fair 1012003 104.42

7: India Inti. Trade Fair 11/2001 1990.26 7. National Furnltur. Fair 1012003 34.83

8. Arogya 1212001 44.30 8. India IntI. Trade Fair 1112003 2579.08

9. IntI. Security and Safety Exh. 1212001 47.36 9. IntI. Security and Safety Exh. 1212003 82.69

10. Tex·styles India 212002 270.34 10. Tex-styles India 212004 339.29

11. Krishi Expo 212002 52.44 11. Ahara 312004 187.21

 MARCH 22, 2005 344

(h) and (i) The State Pavilions are being m.u.lned from State/Forelgn pavlHon for their participation in different
by the respective States. There is no permanent foreiQn falr8lexhibltlons is concerned, It has been Included in the
p'willion in Pragati Maldan. In so far a8 income eamed respectfve eventlexhbltion.

StIIt.ment

Exh;bitionshrade fajrs orpanised in Pragatl Maidan by other agencies

during the last three years and till date

2001-2002

S.No. N~une of the event Dates Organlser

2 3 4

1. India Intemational Garment Fair 2001 July 14-16, 2001 Apparel Export Promotion Council

2. Bhagidari Meeting 1-July, 01 Govemment of NCTI Delhi

3. Bhagldari Meeting 1-Aug, 01, Govemment of NCTI Delhi

4. Collection of Income Tax Return July 27-31, 2001 Department of Income Tax

5. Garment Technology Fair 2001 Aug 31-Sept 3, 2001 Garmentech Expo

6. HCL sliver Jubilee Function Aug 8-9, 2001 HCI

7. Business Seminar of Brett World Aug 10-12, 2001 Brett World

8. 4th QIbIe TV India Show Sept 14-15, 2001 Aavishkar Business Network

9. Society Interiors Expo Sept 20-23, 2001 Magna Publishing

10. Best of India Products Expo Sept 28-0ct 2, 2001 'Services India

11. India Intemet World Sept 26-28 , 2001 IT Space. Com

12. HeintextUe India 2001 Oct 4-7, 2001 Messe Frankfurt

13. 7th Asia Construct Exhibition Oct 3-6, 2001 Tafcon Projects India Pvt. Ltd.

14. Iridian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair 2001 Oct 15-18, 2001 Export Promotion Council for
Handicrafts

15. Korean Products Show 2001 Oct 22-24, 2001 Korean Trade Centre,

16. Inside Outside Mega Show Dec 13-16, 2001 Business India Exhibitions
345 CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) . to .QwI{tons

2 3 4

17. Paperex 2001 Dec 14-17. 2001 Tafcon Projecla India Pvt. Ltd.

18. Hotel Equip india Jan 5-8. 2002 Confederation of Indian Industry

19. Auto Expo Jan 15-22, 2002 Confederation of Indian Industry

20. Wortd Book Fair Jan 28-Feb 4. 2002 National Book Trust

21. India International Garment Fair 2002 Jan 28-30. 2002 Apparel Export Promotion Council

22. Water Asia Jan 30-Feb 1, 2002 Interads Ltd.

23. Carpet Expo Feb 10-13. 2002 AICTFC

24. Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair 2002 Feb 10-13, 2002 Export Promotion Councfl for
Handicrafts

25. Jute india Feb 10-13, 2002 JMDC

26. Hospimedica India Feb 19-23, 2002 Cldex

27. Defexpo 2002 Feb 19-23. 2002 Ministry of Defence/CII

28. Supercom 2002 Feb 20-22, 2002 Interads Ltd.

29. Inoptics 2002 Feb 16-18, 2002 RSD Expositions

30. Convergence India 2002 Mar 6-8, 2002 Exhibitions India

31. Intelligent Investor Personal Finance Show Mar 8-10, 2002 Hathway Investment Pvt. Ltd.
2002

32. Jewels 2002 Mar 16-19. 2002 ANZ International Marketing

33. Wisitex 2002 Mar 19-22. 2002 Wecom

34. Annual Leadership Conference March 20-23, 2002 Dr. Jaysaleen

35. Education India 2002 March 23-25 , 2002 Tafcon Projects India Pvt. Ltd.

2002-2003

1. Indian Furniture Flooring and Accessories April 8-11. 2002 Export Promotion Council for
Show Handicrafts

2. Ambiente India April 8-11. 2002 Messe Frankfurt

347 MARCH 22, 2005

2 3 4

3. Science and Technology April 10-12, 2002 Exhibition. India

4. Rello Quick Auto MaN April 12-14, 2002 Rello Quick AdveftI8Ing and Marketing
Services, New Deihl

5. Nutrillte Brand Expo 14-Apr-02 Amway India Enterprises, New Delhi

6. Annual Conference of PATA April 15-17, 2002 Department of Tourism

7. Sane April 19-21, 2002 South Asia Travel and Tourism Ex-
change

8. Gamentech 2002 July 11-14, 2002 ANZ International

9. Income Tat July 27-31, 2002 Department of Income Tax

10. India International Garment Fair 2002 July 28-30, 2002 Apparel Export Promotion Council, New
Delhi

11. Times Brand Magic 2002 July 28-30, 2002 Dealers for You, Mumbai

12. Toy Biz 2002 July 28-29, 2002 The Toy Association of India, New Delhi

13. 5th Cable TV India Show Aug 18-19, 2002 Aavishkar Business Networf(, New Delhi

14. Best of Expo Aug 3O-Sept 15, 2002 Services (India) Pvt. ltd., New Delhi

15. Bodycare Sept 6-9, 2002 Relax Inc. New Delhi

16. Society Interior Expo Sept 6-9, 2002 Magna Publishing

17. Transport India Sept 2-4, 2002 Intarads Ltd., New Delhi

18. Baucon India 2002 Sept 4-7, 2002 Tafcon Projects (India Pvt. Ltd.

19. 3rd Intenational Dairy Sept 4-7, 2002 Tafcon Projects (India) Pvt. Ltd.

20. Light India Sept 6-9, 2002 Fair Design India Ltd.

21. Gartex Sept 10-13, 2002 Moden Multi Media Marf(etlng Co. India
Pvt. Ltd.

22. The Woman Sept 12-15. 2002 ANZ International

23. Mines, Metals and Metatlurgy Sept 12-15, 2002 Tafcon Projects (India) Pvt. Ltd.

24. Envlro Sept 12-15, 2002 Tafcon Projects (India) Pvt. Ltd.
349 WrIIIen AM..",. CHAITRA 01. 1927 (8aka) 10 Owl"",. 350

2 3 4

25. Indiachem Sept 18-21, 2002 Federation of Indian Ctwnber of

Commerce and Industry

26. Smartcard Expo 2002 Sept 18-20, 2002 Electronics Today

27. Intenatlonal Travel and Tourism Mart Sept 27-29, 2002 Tafcon Projects (India)· Pvt. Ltd.

28. HelmteXlile Oct 4-7, 2002 Meue Frankfurt

29. Indian Handicrafts and Girls Fair 2002 Oct 4-7, 2002 Export Promotion Council for
Handicrafts

30. Property Aftalra Oct 11-13, 2002 Rello Quick Advertising and Marketing
Services, New Deihl

31. Indian Carpet Fair Oct 13-~6, 2002 Carpet Export Promotion Council

32. IFE India Dec 4-7, 2002 ITE (I) Pvt. Ltd.

33. Interbulld India Dec 11-14, 2002 ITE (I) Pvt. Ltd.

34. Inside Outs.1de Mega Show Dec 19-22, 2002 Busineu India Exhibition

35. Petrotech 2003 Jan 9- 12, 2002 Confederation of Indian Industry

36. Delhi Photo Fair Jan 19-12 2003 All India Photographic Trade & Industry
Association

37. Pravsl Bhartlya Diwas Jan 9-11, 2003 Ministry of Extemal AftairalFlCCI

38. Powergen Jan 14-16, 2003 Interads Ltd.

39. Indian International Garment Fair 2003 Jan 17-19, 2003 Apparel Export Promotion Council for
Handlcrafta

40. Supercom Jan 20-22, 2003 Inter_ Ltd..

41. Automechanlka .•. I

"',1.
~:
Jan 21-24. 2003 Melee Frankfurt

42. Indian Engineering Trade Fair Feb 5-8. 2003 Confederation of Indian Indultry

43. Plat India Feb 15-20. 2003 Pint India Foundations

44. Carpet Expo' Fe 27-Mar 2, 2003 caret Export Promotion Council

361 Wrlften AnsweI'S MARCH 22, 2005 to au.tIonB

2 3

45. Jute India Feb 27-Mar 2, 2003 JMDC

46. Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair 2003 Feb 27-Mar 2, 2003 Export Promotion Council for
Handicrafts

47. Property Affaire Mar 6-9, 2003 Relio Quick Advertialng and Marketing
Co.

48. Convergence India Mar 11-13, 2003

49. IMPI Trade Show Mar 11-13, 2003 Indian Association of Amusement Park
and Industries

50. Ceramics Manufacturing Technology Mar 19-21, 2003 Services Intematlonal

51. Goodlife Show 2003 Mar 20-25, 2003 Friendz Events and Promotion Pvt. Ltd.

52. Sign Today Mar 21-23, 2003 Buysell Interactions

53. Cymo 2003 Mar 24-26, 2003 Modem Multi Media Marketing
Co (I) Pvt. Ltd.

54. Satte Mar 28-30, 2003 South AsIa Travel and Tourism Exhibition

55. Franchising in India Mar 13-14, 2003 Interads Ltd -

56. Jewels Mar 21-24, 2003 Zak Trade Fairs and Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd.

2003-2004

1. Education India 2003 Apr 3-5, 2003 Tafcon Projects India Pvt. Ltd.

2. Annual Bhagidari 1-Apr-03 Govt of NCTI of Deihl

3. Good Govemance India 2003 Apr 8-10, 2003 Fairs Fest Media Ltd.

4. Buyer Seller Meeting by KVIC Apr 24-25, 2003 KVIC

5. Wire and Cable Expo 2003 Apr 25-28, 2003 Intech Trade Fair Pvt. Ltd.

6. India Int. Festival Cum Trade Fair May 1-15, 2003 Indian Bualness Women Assoaatlon

7. Reception Event 21-Jun-03

8. Infra Educa 2003 June 27-29, 2003 Friendz Events and Promotion Pvt. Ltd.
 353 to 0ueIfIcIrs

2 3

9. Radio Mirch! SUntmlir' c.nwal 'June 21-29, 2003 Entertainment Network india Ltd.

10. Cultural Programme 28-Jun-03

i:l

11. Reception Event 7-Jul-03 Group Services and SS

12. Time.erand Magic ·2003. JUly 6-8. 2003 Dealers for You

13. Garmentech India 2003 July 10-13, 2003 Zak Trade Fairs and Exhibitions Pvt. Lt./.

14. 31st India Int. Garment Fair 2003 July 18-20, 2003 Apparel Export Promotion Council

15. Media Expo 2003 Aug 8-10, 2003 Media 2000

16. Mirchi Dream Carnival 2003 Aug 8-10. 2003 Entertainment Network India ltd

17. Infra MedIca 2003 Aug 28-30, 2003 Friendz Events and Promolton Pvt. Ltd

18. India Converting Show and India Flexo sept 5-8, 2003 Print Packaging, Com. Pvt lid
Show

19. Panel Expo 2003 Sept 4-7, 2003 Fair Design India Pvt Ltd.

20. Society Interior Expo . Sept 5-8, 2003 Magna Publishing Co.

21. Property Affair 2003 Sept 5-7, 2003 Reho Quick Advertising and Marketing
Services

22. Cosmo Affairs 2003 Sept 5-8, 2003 Aakriti India

23. Zak Interors and Exteriors Expo 2003 Sept 11-14, 2003 Zak Trade Fairs and Exhibitions Pvt. J I 1.

24. Water Asia 2003 Sept 10-12, 2003 Interads Ltd.

25. Cable TV India Show 2003 Sept 13-14, 2003 Aavishkar Business Networi(

26. Smart Cart Expo 2003 Sept 15·17, 2003 Electronics Today

27. 5th Intenational Travel and Tourism Sept 26-28, 2003 Tatcon ProJects India Pvt Ltd
Mart 2003

28. Agrifood 2003 and Goodlife Show Sept 26-28, 2003 Friendz Events and Prom()hUn Pvt. Ltd.

29. Collection of Income Tax Return Sept 26-30, 2003 Department of Incom" T,,)(

30. Best of India Products Expo 2003 Oct 1-7, 2003 Services (India) Pvt. Ltd.
355 Written AnSwers MARCH 22, 2005

2 3 4

31 . DeIhl Intematlonal Jewellery and Oct 3·6. 2003 ITE (india) Pvt. Ltd.
Watch Exh 2003

32. Heimtextile India 2003 Oct 4·7, 2003 Messe Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt.
Ltd.

33. Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair 2003 Oct 13·16, 2003 Export PtoMbtion Counctf for
Handicrafll

34. 19th World Mining Expo 2003 Nov 1·5. 2003 Tatcon Pr0ject8 india Pvt. Ltd.

35. India Carpet Expo 2003 Nov 5·7, 2003 C• .".. Export Promotion Council

36. Paperex 2003 Dec 5·8, 2003 Tafcon Pr0ject8 India Pvt. Ltd.

37. Korean Hi Tech Products Show 2003 Dec 8·11. 2003 Ko,.. Trade Centre
38. AlOe Expo 2003 Dec 11·13, 2003 AiDe SOlutIons Inc.

39. Infracom IndIa 2003 Dec 11·13. 2003 Friendz Events and Promotion Pvt. Ltd.

40. Inside Outside Mega Show 2003 Dec 18·21, 2003 Bualnne India EJthlbitions

41. IFDE 2004 Jan 7·9, 2004 ITE (IncIa) Pvt. Ltd.

42. Living India 2004 Jan 15·20. 2004 Aakrltl Indi.

43. 32nd India International Garment Fair 2004 Jan 28·30, 2004 Apparel Export Promotion Council

44. India International Body Wear 2004 Jan 28·30, 2004 Womene W.... 8ueiness

45. 16th World Book Fair 2004 Feb 14·22. 2004 National Book Trust

46. Defexpo 2004 Feb 4·7, 2004 Confederation of Indian IndustrylMinistry

of Defence

47. Elecrama 2004 Feb 3·7, 2004 IEEMA

48. Supercom India 2004 Feb 4·6. 2004 Intarads Ltd.

49. Index International Furniture Fair 2004 Feb 5·8, 2004 Universal Exposition Ltd.

50. International Exhibitions and Conference Feb 12·15. 2004 National Coucil for, Cement and Building
on Building Materials and Construction Materials
Technologies
367 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 358

2 3

51. Electrontc, India· 2004 Feb 12..15. 2004 ElectfCllIIQ Today

52. W6ttd Free TN. Zone 2004 Feb 19-22, 2004 Dome"1ios Four

53. India Build 2004 Feb 19-21. 2004 ITE (India) Pvt. Ltd.

54. Auto Expo 2004 Jan 15-20. 2004 Confederation of Indian Industry

55. Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair 2004 Feb 28-Mar 2. 2004 Export Promotion Council for
HandIcrafts

56. India Carpet Expo, 2004 Feb. 26-Mar 2. 2004 Carpet Promotion Council

57. Jute India 2004 Feb. 28-Mar. 2, 2004 JMDC

58. Convergence India 2004 Mar 18-20. 2004 Exhibltiont India Pvt. Ud.

59. Indo Bike 2004 Mar 17-19. 2004 Inleraca l.td.

60. Zak Jewels 2004 Mar 20-23. 2004 Zak,.. Falll and Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd.

61. Ceramics and Ceramic Technologies and Mar 24-26. 2004 Services International
Glass Proc8lling and Glazing Exhibition

62. Sign Today Mar 28-28. 2004 BuyHll

63. Energex 2004 Mar 28-28. 2004 Global Expositions and Management
ServiceslMarutl Expositions and Trade
Fairs

64. Satte Mar 26-27. 2004 South Asia Travel Tourism Exchange

65. Indian Market Research Bureau 2004 Mar 26-Apr 2. 2004 Indian Market Research Bureau IntI.

66. DSYN 2004 Mar 2-31. 2004 National Institute of Fashion Technology

2004-2005

1. International Healthcare and Herbal Expo April 2-4. 2004 Voluntary Health. Education and Rural
Dev SocletylFlCCI

2. Medicare India 2004 April 8-8. 2004 Tafcon Projects india Pvt. Ltd.

3. Infra Rand 0 April 15-17. 2004 Frlendz Exhibitions and Promotion Pvt.
Ltd.
359 MARCH 22, 200&

2 3 4

4. Education World Wide 2004 Global Ey..... ft~ne

5. Proper1y Affairs Mev 21·23. 2004 AeIlo' QuIok~ng aAdMariceting

SeMoet

6. Rello Quick Auto Mail May 21-23. 2004 Relio Quick Advertising and Marketing
Services

7. Z8k Interior and Exterior Expo 2004 June 3-6. 2004 Zak Trade Faits and Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd.

8. Radio Mirchi Hot Career June 11-13. 2004 Entertainment Network India Pvt. Ltd.

9. Ga".x 2004 June 18-21, 2004 Modem Multi Media Marketing Co.
(India) PYt. Ltd.

10. Infra Educa 2004 June 25-27. 2004 Friendz Exhlbitiona and Promotion.
Pvt. Ltd.

11. Technology Day Award 30-Jun-04 Deptt of Science and Technology

Government of India

12. Garmentech 2004 July 8-11, 2004 Zak Trade Fairs and exhibitions Pvt. Ltd.

13. India International Garment Fair July 21·23, 2004 Apparel Export Promotion Council

14. In..natIonal Property. Home Loan and July 24-25, 2004 Events InternMionaJ
Interiors Exhibition

15. Media Expo 2004 Aug 6-8, 2004 Media Expoeltlons and Events

16. Office Expo 2004 Aug 6-8, 2004 Media Expoaitions and Events

17. Reality India 2004 Aug 12-15, 2004 Global Foundations

18. Lie in Style and Kids World 2004 Aug 13-15, 2004 Impact Exhibitions

19. Glasstech 2004 Aug 12-15. 2004 Zak Trade Fairs and Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd.

20. 9th Cable TV India Show Aug 13-14, 2004 Aavishkar BUSInE'sS Network

21. Cable and Broadcut (I~) 2004 Aug 14-16. 2004 Cable Quest

22. Property Home and Consumer Goods Aug 27·29. 2004 Global Events and Expositions
Loan Fair
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30-1 Wmt~ AnswelS CHAITAA 01, 1927 (Saka) 10 au.tiQtls 362

2 3 4

23. Transport AM 2004 Sept 1-3, 2004 Interads Ltd.

24. Smart Card 2004 Sept 2-4, 2004 Electronics Today

25. Society Interior Expo. Sept 3-6, 2004 Magna Publishing Co. Ltd.

26. Rice Tech 2004 Sept 5-7, 2004 Shiny Trade ExpoeitIon8

27. Baucontndia Sept 9-12, 2004 Tafcon Pr0ject8 India Pvt. ltd.

28. Metals' and MetallurgylEn¥i1O 1m. Sept 9-12, 2004 Tafcon Projects India Pvt. ltd.

29. FDI International Congrees and Dental Sept 10-13. 2004 Indian Dental AlSOCiatton
Trade Show

30. Interbulld India 2004 Sept 23-25. 2004 Montgomery Exhibitions Ltd/lnterads Ltd.

31. Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair (Autumn) Oct 13-17. 2004 Export Promotion Council for
2004 Handicrafts

32. India Carpet Expo 2004 Oct 13-16. 2004 Carpet Export Promotion Council

33. Radio Mirchi Property Mela 2004 Oct 22-24, 2004 Entertainment Network India Pvt. Ltd.

34. Setting up of Special Counter for Return of Oct 28-31, 2004 Commissioner of Income Tax
Income Tax'

35. S81 Card Counter Oct 28-Nov 1. 2004 S81 Cards

36. HDFC Life Insurance Counter Oct 28-Nov 1, 2004 HDFC Life Insurance

37. Int. Education Fair Oct 29-31, 2004 Global Expositions

38. India Labte Show 2004 Dec 3-6, 2004 Lable Exposlttona

39. IateI Pac:k 2004 Dec 3-6, 2004 Intel Expositions

40. Intracom 2004 Dec 9-11, 2004 Friendz Exhibitions and Promotion
Pvt. Ltd.

41. IFE India 2004 Dec 15-17. 2004 Montgomery Exhibitions Ltd/lnterads
Ltd.

42. Bhagidari, Mala 2004 19-D8c-04 Government of NeTI Delhi

363 Written Ans.W8ns MARCH 22, 2005 to aue.tIons

2 3 4

43. Inside Outside Mega Show 2004 Dec 23-26. 2004 Business India Exhibitions

44. Pan liT Meet Dec 24·25. 2004 Pan liT India

45. lOBI Home Loan Exh 2004 Dec 24·26. 2004 Go To Customer

46. Photo Imaging Asia 2005 Jan 8-9, 2005 TBW Publishing and Media· Pvt. ltd.

47. India International Garment Fair Jan 23·25, 2005 Apparel Export Promotion Council

48. Petrotech 2005 Jan 16-19. 2005 Confederation of Indian Jndultry·

49. Zak Interior and Exterior Expo 2005 Jan 28-31. 2005 Zak Trade Fairs and Exhibitions Pvt.
Ltd.

50. Electronic India 2005 Feb 1-4, 2005 Electronics Today

51. Powergen India and Centrp,' Asia 2005 Feb 1-3. ~005 Interads Ltd.

52. Supercom Asia 2005 Feb 2-4, 2005 Interads Ltd.

53. Italy for India 2005 Feb 14-18, 2005 Italian Trade Commission

54. IETF 2005 Feb 9-12, 2005 Confederation ¢ Indian Industry

55. Mobile Expo Feb 9·12. 2005 Confederation of tndian Industry

56. Indian Handicrafts and Gifts Fair (Spring) Feb 25-Mar 1, 2005 Export Promotion Council for
2005 Handicrafts

57. Jute India Expo Feb 25-Mar 1, 2005 JMOC

58. India Carpet Expo 2005 Feb 23-28, 2005 Carpet Export Promotion Council

59. MUOIcipalika 2005 Mar 3·5, 2005 Good Govemance India Foundations

60. Bus World India 2005 Mar 18-20. 2005 Interads Ltd.

61. World of Franchising in India 2005 Mar 22-24. 2005 interads Ltd.

62. Conv~rgence India 2005 Mar 22-24. 2005 Exhibitions India Pvt. Ltd.

63. Catalogue Show 2005 Mar 23-26, 2005 All India Business Telephone Directory
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 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Sake) 368

Phone: 26183361. 261~ FAX: 26188584,

26188300
1. Zak Trade Fair and Exhibition (P) Ltd .• 3A. Crown
Court, 3rd Floor, 128(34) Cathedrai Road. 10. Cable Quaet 13197, Near Rajourl apartments,
Chennal·600088 Phone: 044-28114578179 FAX: Subhash ~r. New Delhi·110027. Phone:
044-28111685 E·MaU : zakgroupO"snl.com 91·11-25131640. 25131843. FAX: 91-"·
25139967, E·mail: cablequeatOredlffrnail.com.
2. RSD Exposition. A-99. Defence Colony. New
Website:www.cable-quest.com
Delhi-ll0024 Phone 24690553 FAX: 91-11-
2469187. e-mail: rsclexpoObol.net.in Website: 11. I.T.E. India Pvt. Ltd .• 1-83, lajpat Nagar-II. New
www.inoiptic.com Delhi·ll0024, Phone: 011-29819411-15
E-mail: lteindiaOvanl.in
3. Fair Design India Pvt. Ltd .• B-5 Sector 60 Noida
201301. Phone: 3092237 e-mail panelexpo2oo5 12. Magna Publishing Co. Ltd., Magna HOUH, 100/
Oyahoo.co.in E Old Prabhadevi Road, Prabhadevi, Mumbai
400025 Phone: 022·24362270 FAX: 022·
4. Global Events and Expositions. A-l/90
24374252
Safdarjung Enclave. Ground Floor. New Delhi-
110029 Phone: 011-55661056/57 FAX: 011- 13. Shiny Trade Expositions, Plot No. 47·A Near
51652197 Rama Apartments, Teachers Colony, Sal Baba
Temple Street, Vijayawada-S20009 Phone: 0866·
5. SATTE. 3rd Floor, Rajendra Bhavan. 210. Deen
2470879 FAX: 0866·2490201 E-mail
Dayal Upadhyay Marg. New Delhi 11002
shinY9roupOeth.net
Phone: +91-11-23235761351813588 FAX: +91-
11-23233589 14. Media Expositions and Events, 112 Sant Nagar,
Ground Floor. East of Kailash, New Delhi·
6. Intech Trade Fair Pvt. lid .. 307-308. ACME
110065 Phone: 011-26445193192 FAX: 011·
Industrial Park. 3rd Floor. Off. I.B Patel Road.
26217027 E-mail: inforOthemediaexpo.com
Near W.E. High Way, Goregaon (East) Mumbai
WEB: www.themediaexpo.com
. 400063 Phone: +-91-22·26863708/3709/3710
FAX: +91-22-56902392·93 e·mall: intechObom5' 15. Impact Exhibitions. 1109, Sector A Pocket A
vsnl.neUn Website:www.intechtradefairs.com Vasan! Kunj New Delhi-110070 Phone: 011-
161326 FAX: 011·51687478 E-mail:
7. Friendz Exhibitions and Promotions Pvt. Ltd., H·
Impactexhlbitlona 0 yahoo. com
75. Lajpat Nagar " New Delhi 11·24. Phone:
91-11-51720620-28. FAX: 91·11·51720629 16. Exhibitions India Pvt Ltd.• A-17. Second Floor,
E-mail mktgOfriendzexhibitions.com DDA Officec:um Shopping Complex, Near
Moolchand Flyover, Defee. Colony, New Delhi
8. The Toys Association of India. 9/4796 Deputy
110024, Phone: 24638880-83 FAX: 24823320
Ganj, Sader Bazar. Delhi-11 0066 Phone: 91-11-
E·mail: exhibitionindiaOv8nl.com WEB:
30931200. 3092QS25 FAX: 91-11-23543624
www.exhibitionindia.com
Website: www.tai-india.org

9. AppMtI export Promotion Coucil, NBCC Tower,

17. Tafcon Projects India Pvt. Ltd. c-eo Nizamuddin
(East) New Deihl 110013 Phone: 9,-1,·
15 BhiMii Cama Place, New Delhi-l10066
367 MARCH 22, 2005

24352141·44/82184 FAX: 91·11 ·24355215, Phone: 012+5014E1104lFAX: 0124·5014083

24354077 E·mail: tafconOdeI2.vsnl.net.in E-mail: ciicoOclionline.org
Website: http://www.tafcon.com
27. Pint India Foundation. 401·B .Landmark Opp.
18. indian Society of Lighting Engineers A·274, Cinemagic, 209A Suren Road. Andheri East.
Defence Colony, New Delhi-11oo24 Phone: Mumbai·400093 Phone: ·022-26832911-14 Fax:
51551752.86 022-26845865, E·mail: plastlndiaOvsnl.com

19. Electronic Today. 104, Andheri Industrial Estate. 28. Jute Manufacturers OevelQpment Council 3·A.
Off Veera Desai Road. Andheri West Mumbal' Park Plaza, 71 Park Street, Kolkata-700016
400053 Phone: 022·26730869f7on1 FAX: 022- Phone: 033-245754018107 FAX: 033-2457466
26730547/48 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: WEB:www.JMDCINDIA.com

20. Interads Ltd.. 2 Padmini enclave. Hauz Khas. 29. Carpet Export Promotion Council, 110·AI1
New Delhi 110016 Phone 91-11-26861113, Krishna Nagar. Street No. 5, Safdarjung Enclave
26861114, 26865103 FAX: 91-11-26861112 New Delhl-110029 Phone: 26102742,
E-mail: [email protected]. WEB: 26101024 FAX: 26166299 E·mail:
www.interadsindia.com cepcOnda.vanl.net.ln

21. Montgomel)' Exhibitions Ltd., 11 Manchester 30. The Voluntary Health Education and Rural
Square. London W1 U 3PL United Kingdon Development Society, 41 Circular Road
E-mail: [email protected] United India Colony, KocIarnbakkam Chennai-
600024 Phone: 044-24803291 E-mail:
22. Export Promotion Council for Handicrafs. Plot [email protected]
No.1. Pocket 6 and 7. Sector C. LSC. Vasant
Kunj., New Delhi-110070 Phone: 26135256157/ 31. Fair Fest Media Ltd. E·8, 2nd Floor, Green Park
58 FAX: 26135518/19 Main, New Delhi-11OO1S Phone: 011-26866874
FAX: 011-26868073 E·mail: fairfestOvsnl.com
23. Cidex Trade Fairs Pvt. Ltd. 1 Commercial
Complex, Pocket Hand J. 2nd Floor. Sarita 32. Modern Multi Media Marketing Co. Pvt. Ltd. , A-
Vihar. New Delhi 110076 Phone: 011·269717451 16, Naraina Phase II New Delhi·11 0028 Phone:
1068/1056 FAX: 011·26971746 E-mail: 011 25704450-52 FAX: 011 25704234 E-
InforOcldex-tradefairs.com. mailmmmmO mantraonline.com

24. Business India Exhibitions, 268 Masjid Moth. 33. Events Intemational BMS Business Centre, 10
Near Udai Park, New Delhi-11oo49 Phone: Plaza Cinema Building, Connaught Planee
Mob 09313829310 Telefax: 91·11-51643047· New Delhi-11 0001 Phone: 011 23350040,
53. E-mail: biedeIObiexh.com. 23310227 FAX: 011·23310093

25. National Book Trust. A·5 Green Park, New 34. Aavishkar Businees Network, 201, 2nd Floor
Delhi-11oo16 Phone: 011-26564020126568052 Ideal House, 69 Nehru Place, New Delhi-
FAX: 011-26514548/26512588 E-mail: 110019 Phone:011·8607050 E-mail:
nbtindiaOndb.vsnl.netin info 0 aavishkardatpan.co",

26. Confederation of Indian Industry, Plot No. 249- 35. Indian Dental Association, 2nd Ftoor, Bombay
F, ~dyog Vihar. Phase IV, Sector 18, Gurgaon Mutual TerTKe, 534 Sandtlurat Bridge, Opera
369 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 370

House, Mumbal 400007 Phone: 022-23696655, Office, Khar (West) Mumbal 400052 Telefax:
23671515 FAX: 022-23685613 E-mail: 022·26489002
ho Oidia.org.ln
45. Services International, B·13, 2nd Floor. A Block
36. Lable Expositions (P) Ltd. B 14 Railway Row Local Shoping Complex, Naraina Vihar, Ring
Houle, Sector 2 Vashi Nevi Mumbat-400703 Road, New Dethi-11 0028 Phone: 011-25770411
Phone: 022-55902935, 27895968 Fax: 022-
FAX: 011-25776281
55902936
46. Global Expositions and Management Services,
37.TBW Publishing and Media Pvt. Ltd., 414 Veer
138 Ansal Chamber II, Bhikaji Cama Place New
Savarbr Marg, Prabhadevi Mumbal-400025
Delhi-110088 Phone: 011-6189313 Telefax:
Phone: 022-56666802 FAX: 022.24302707
011-6167545

38. Indian BuSiness Woman Association, 135,

47. IT Space. Com Ltd., No 309/3 J.P. Complex,
Ansal Chamber-2, 6 Bhikajicama Place, New
Koramangala-5, Bangalore·560095 Phone:
Delhi-l10066, Phone: 011-26187798,
0805227001/10 FAX: 0805084660 E·mall:
26186316, FAX: 011-26
info 0 iworldindia.com.

39. Relio Quick AdvertiSing and Marketing Co. SCF

(English]
48-47, (FF) Sector 29 Farldabad Phone: 91-129-
2500334 FAX: 91-129-5043497 E-mail: Conatltutton of Task Force
relio 0 relloquick .. com
2954. SHRI GURUDAS KAMAT : Will the Minister of
40. Prin Packaglng.Com (P) Ltd. 1·34A Opp Central URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to sta~e :
Market Lajpat Nagar II, New Delhj.110024
Phone: 011-26327621 FAX: 011-26313281 E- (a) whether a task force consisting of representa-
mail: print-packagingOprint-packaging.com tives of the States and the officials has been constituted
by the Union Government to monitor the responsibilities
41. Mease Frankfurt Trade Fairs India Pvt. Ltd. 605
and functioning of urban local bodies; and
Ansal Shavan, 16 K.G. Marg, New Delhi-
110001 Phone: 011·23320018 FAX: 011- (b) if so, the details thereof?
23320033 E-mail: mfindiaOdel3.vsnl.netln
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
42. Korea Trade Centre, Embassy of Republic of MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
Korea, B·9/1 Vasant Vihar, New Delhi-lloo57 NABI AZAD) : (a) No, Sir.
Phone: 011-28660981 FAX: 011-28660980 E·
mail: ktcdelhiOndc.vsnl.netln (b) Does not arise in view 0' reply to part <a) above.
43. Indian Electrical and Electronics Manufacturers World Sank LoIIn for Mumbal s.w.rag.
Association, 804 Surya Kiran, 19 K.G. Marg Olspo'" Project, Stage-II
New Delhi· 110001 Phone: 011-23733013,
23733014 FAX: 011-23733015 2955. SHRi S.D. MANDlIK :
SHRI EKNATH MAHAOEO GAIKWAD :
44. Dimension Four Events and exhibitions Pvt. Ud.
5/6 Ambey Bhawan, 24th linking Road, Opp WiU the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be
Khar Telephone Exchange, Next to Raheja pleased to stale :
371 Wliffen Ahs"rs MARCH 22, 2005 to OuetItions 372

(a) whether the Union Govemment has received [Translation]

any proposal from the Govemment of Mahrashtra for
Amount Provided to Madhya PnIcInh
getting a loan from the World Bank for the Mumbai
under SJ8RY
Sewerage Disposal Project, Stage.lI;

2956. SHRI GAURISHANKER CHATURBHUJ BISEN :

(b) If 50, the details thereof;
Will the Mini.r of URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY
(c) the reasons for delay in clearing the said ALLEVIATION be pleased to state:
propoaal; and
(a) the total amount provided to Madhya Pradesh
(d) the time by which the proposal is likely to be under the 'Swarna Jayanti Shahari Aozgar Yojana' so far;
cleared?
(b) the amount yet to be provided; and
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
(c) the time by which the remaining amount is likely
MINISTER OF UABAN DEVELOPMENT (f:!HRI GHULAM
to be provided?
NABI AZAD) : (a) Yes Sir.

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF

(b) The Government of Maharashtra has for-
URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
warded the Mumbai Sewage Disposal Project Stage-II to
(KUMARI SEWA) :' (a) to (c) The total central funds
the Ministry of Urban Development at an estimated
released to Madhya Pradesh, under Swama Jayanti
cost of Rs.2376 Crore for seeking the World Bank
Shahari Rozgar Yojana since the Inception of Scheme on
assistance.
1.12.1997 is Rs. 7801.51 lakhs. During the current year

(c) and (d) Above project' proposal was recommended 2004-05, As. 831.49 lakhs 'was released to Madhya

by Ministry of Union Development to Deptt. of EconomoOn Pradesh as against Its tentative allocation of Rs. 753.15

technical observations of Central PUblic Health and lakhs.

Environmental Engineering Organization, financial phas-

[English]
ing, commitment to provide adequate counter part funds
and debt sustalnabHlty. Govt. of Maharashtra had also Integrated Develop,ment of Small and
requested Deptt. of Economic Affairs for engagement with Medium Town. Scheme
the World Bank for preparing a 5 year business plan to '
realize the vleion of tr.naforming Mumbai into a world class 2957. SHRI B. VINOD KUMAR:
city. That Department requested the World Bank to field a SHRI RAJESH VERMA :
dedicated multi-sectoral team, for drafting out a compre-
Will ,the Minister of URBAN 'DEVELOPMENT be
hensive strategy and envisaging bank support with
pleased to state:
contributions from other agencies. The World Bank has
confirmed its willingness to work with the Cities' various (a) the total number of works sanctioned and
stakeholders, Deptt. of Economic Affairs has suggested to completed under "Integrated Development of Small and
Government of Maharashtra that It would be appropriate Medium Towns" (IDSMT) Programme, State-wise, as on
to include the Mumbai Sewage Disposal Project Stage-II December 31, 2004.
in the design of comprehensive multi·8tCk)ral plan
proposed for Mumbai City, since the State at present, does (b) the total amount sanctioned, released and
not appear to have any additional debt capacity. spent under the scheme, S&ate·wlse,uptill December 31.
2004.
373 CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) 374

(c) the targets set and achievementa made there

againtt under the lCheme 80 far during the Tenth FiYe ..ar
Plan; State-wise Towns' projects Sanctioned Central
ANistance Released and ExpendIture Reported uncler
(d) whether the Union Govemment has carried out IDSMT Scheme Since 1979-80 upto DectNnl:Jer 31. 2004
any appraisal of the performance under the said scheme;
and (Rs. in leleh)

(e) H 80. the details thereof? S. State Towns C.A. Expend!-

No. Covered Rel.ased ture
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
Reported
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) Since inception of the Scheme 2 345
till 31.12.2004, projects (wor1<s) in 1752 towns have been
sanctioned under the Scheme of Integrated Development 1. Andhra Pradesh 120 7373.65 11171.75
of Small and Medium Towns (IDSMT) and Central
assistance amounting to Rs. 817.24 crore were released 2. Arunachal Pradesh 16 408.00 323.82
for these projects against which an expenditure of Rs.
995.46 crore has been reported by the State Govemments. 3. Assam 46 1580.61 1349.04

State-wise details of number of projects (wor1<s) sanctioned,

4. Bihar 46 1533.25 1141 . 11
Central assistance released and expenditure reported are
given in statement. 5. Chhattisgarh 39 1844.29 1696.85

(c) During the Tenth Five Year Plan, new and 6. Goa 9 220.08 131.00
ongoing projects in 925 towns· were targeted for financing
under IDSMT. An outlay of Rs. 1304.65 crore was allocated 7. Gujarat 104 5728.82 7353.91
for IDSMT during Tenth Plan. However, Budget proviSions
8. Haryana 29 2139.48 2487.80
amounting to Rs. 405 crore only were kept for IDSMT
during the first three years of Tenth Plan (2002-03 to
9. Himachal Pradesh 22 895.06 1140.50
2004-05) against which till 31 st Dec.. 2004. Central
assistance amounting to Rs. 304.68 crore was reieased 10. Jammu and Kashmir 17 895.22 800.35
for implementation of new and ongoing projects in
735 towns. 11. Jharkhand 13 418.76 439.58

(d) and (e) Yes. Sir. The IDSMT scheme. among others, 12. Karnataka 157 7352.24 5303.17
was appraised by the Planning Commission in the Mid-
13. Kerala 58 2909.06 4196.84
term Appraisal of the 10th Five Year Plan. It was observed
that during the first three years of the Tenth Plan period.
14. Madhya Pradesh 135 4963.98 4472.71
only 30 per cent (assuming full utilization of 2004-05
allocation) of the 10th Plan allocation is expected to be 15. Maharashtra 178 10126.65 16537.35
utilized. In terms of physical achievements, 67% towns
(621 towns) are expected to be assisted during the same 16. Manipur 22 638.60 631.52

period. This thinning of resources has led to lack of

17. Meghalaya 8 411.50 587.60
appreciable results on the ground.
375 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 376

(a) whether the Govemmentla aware that moat of

2 3 4 5
the funds given to the AnganwMI Kendra. In BIhar for
giving nutritious food to the chlldntn Is diverted by
18. Mizoram 13 551.40 1008.09
the Anganwedl worke,. and child development project

19. Nagaland 10 513.99 .809.44 offices;

67 2564.63 2908.00 (b) if so, the details thereof; and

20. Orissa

(c) the steps being taken by the Government to

21. Punjab 38 1855.30 3358.66
bring transparency in the Anganwadi Projects?
22. Rajasthan 69 3681.02 6295.20
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
23. Sikkim 10 250.89 384.33 HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
SINGH) : (a) No such cpmplaint has been. received by the
24. Tamil Nadu 164 6774.67 8361.64 Government of India.

25. Tripura 18 712.93 919.72 (b) Does not arise.

26. Uttaranchal 15 613.00 292.63 (c) The Integrated Child Oevelopment SeMoes
(ICDS) Scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme,
27. Uttar Pradesh 206 7658.35 7950.60 implemented through State GovemmentlUT Administrations.
TtJe Government of Bihar has taken various steps to -bring
28. West Bengal 110 6582.25 7161.22
transparency in Anganwadi Projects, especially in
distribution of nutritional food, at Anganwadi Centres and
29. Andaman & Nlcobar 92.00 124.00
selection of Anganwadl Workers and Helpers. The Steps
30. Dadra & Nagar Haveli 2 112.22 49.12 taken Include:-

31. Daman & Diu 23.00 0.00 (i) The supplementsly nutrition programme has
been decentralized and it is being implemented
32. Lakshadweep 25.00 0.00 through an elected village level Nutrition
Distribution Executive Committee;
33. Pondicherry 8 276.75 159.55
(ii) Continuous monitoring and supervision of
Grand Total 1752 81724.64 99546.00 distnbution of supplementary nutrition at Project,
District and Division levels;

[Translation]
(iii) Public awareness of ICDS programme through
print media; and
DIversion ot Funds under
Anganwadl Kendra.
(iv) Selection of Anganwadi Workers/Helpers by the
concerned Gram Panchayat through its Gram
2958. SHRI RAGHURAJ SINGH SHAKYA :
Sabha.
SHRI DANVE RAOSAHEB PATIL :
SHRI NIKHIL KUMAR CHOUDHARY : Centre for Development, of Stone.

Will the Minister .of HUMAN RESOURCE 2959. DR. LAXMINARAYAN PANDEY :
DEVELOPMENT I:!e pleased to state: SHRI CHANDRA MANI TRIPATHI :
377 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 378

SHRI Y.G. MAHAJAN : (e) and (f) C-OOS hae proposed to take up joIntty with
RIiCO/Govemment of Rajasthan to:-
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
pleased to state: (i) Consider establishing corpus fund of Rs. 1000
Lakhs for National Centre for Development of
(a) whether Government provided funds to Centre
Stones with one time contrtbution of Rs.5
for Development of Stones (C-DOS);
Crores from the Ministry of Mines and Rs.5
Crores from State GoV!. of R.,uthanlRIlCO.
(b) If so, the details thereof for last three years
alongwlth function of C-DOS.
(ii) To grant plan assistance of Rs. 100 Lakhs per
year for five years to develop C-OOS as a
(e) whether the Government propose to accord
National Centre for Development of Stone.
national status to (C-DOS) with a view to promoting and
developing the stone industry;
(g) The above two proposals are under
consideration of the Ministry of Mines.
(d) if se, details thereof;

[English]
(e) whether any request has been received in this
regard from the Rajasthan Industrial Development and Export Promotion
Investment Corporation Ltd.;
2960. SHRI IQBAL AHMED SARADGI : Will the
(f) if so, the detans thereof; and Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to
state:
(g) the action taken by the Govemment in this
regard? (a) whether the Govemment is promiSing more
exporters friendly policies to play a crucial role in stepping
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
up India's overall growth rate;
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
ELANGOVAN): (a) Yes, Sir. Ministry of Mines provides (b) if so, whether exporters led growth could help
grants to S& T Institutions for accelerating S&T activities. create 25 million jobs in the manufacturing sector by 2015;
Centre for Development of Stones (C-OOS) is one of such
Institution. (c) the details pertaining to the special economic
zone share in total exports of India for last three years and
(b) C-DOS is an autonomous Institution pro- till date; and
moted by Rajasthan State Industrial and Development
Corporation Limited. A grant of Rs.50 Lakhs (Rupees Fifty (d) the initiative taken by the Government to
Lakhs only) was provided to C-DOS on 14th November. promote the special economic zones export?
2000 for the purchase of Equlpments for the S& T Project
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
·Setting up of R&D Centre for dimensional stones at
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
Jaipur".
ELANGOVAN) : (a) Recognizing that the primary purpose
(c) and (d) Yes. Sir. It has been proposed to establish of trade is stimulation of greater economic activity, the
a National Centre for Development of stones and State of Foreign Trade Poltcy (FTP) announced on 31st August,
the Art Institution for over all development. modemization 2004 has laid down the roadmap to step up the overall
and training facility for stone sector. growth rate of exports. The strategy, inter-alia, locuses on
379 Written Ans"1S MARCH 22, 2005 380

unshackling of controls, simplifying procedures, bringing SHRI SURESH KAUMADI :

down transaction cost and neutralizing· incidence of SHRI M. APPADURAI :
all levies and duties on the inputs used in the export
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
products.
pleased to state:
(b) AddItional employment is expected to be
(a) whether Britain and other countries due to the
generated 88 a result of export led growth. With a view
presence of CarCinogenic colouring agent in India's red
to expanding employment opportunities, certain special
chilli have rejected consignment fearing the presence of
focus initiatives have been identified in the FTP for labour
SUDAN-1 and also rejected contaminated spices;
intensive sectors such as agriculture, handlooms,
handicrafts, gems and jewellery and leather. (b) if so, the details thereof and itt Impact on our
export;
(c) The value of exports by the Special Economic
Zones (SEZs) and their share in total exports is as (c) whether Government have made any
under :. investigation in this regard; and

Year Exports by the SEZs %share in (d) if so, the details thereof?

(Rs. Crore) total

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
2001·02 9,189.55 4.40
ELAN GOVAN) : (a) and (b) Yes, Sir. Some European
Countries including Britain have, reportedly, found Sudan,
2002·03 10,056.62 3.94
a carcinogenic dye, in some consignments of chilli powder
2003-04 13,853.58 4.72 exported from India. Recently, UK's Food Standard Agency
(FSA) ordered a recall of 575 products in which red chilli
April-Jan .. 2004-05 (P) 14.440.16 5.26 powder alleged to be contaminated with Sudan I dye was
used as an ingredient.
(d) Some of the initiatives taken by the Govemment
to promote SEZs and exports from SEZs include 100% Exports of chilli/chilli products from India have not
foreign direct investment in the manufacturing sector been affected, as is evident from substantial increase in

through automatic route, duty free import/domestic the exports of chilli. Total exports of chilli from India was

procurement of goods for development. operation and 114,000 tonnes (valued at Rs. 421.21 crores) during April
2004 to January 2005 as compared to 54,000 tonnes
maintenance of SEZs and SEZ units. tax exemptions for
(valued at Rs. 243.81 crores) in the conasponding period
SEZ developers. SEZ units. off-shore banking units set up
of previous year.
in SEZs. etc. Supplies from Domestic Tariff Area to SEZ
units are treated at par with physical exports and are (c) and (d) A preliminary investigation has been
exempted from service tax and central sales tax. conducted by the Spices Board. It has been indicated
that:-
Red-Chilli Trade
The export consignment believed to have been
2961. SHRI GURUDAS DASGUPTA :
contaminated with Sudan I was imported into
SHRI RAJESH VERMA :
the UK in 2002. .
SHRI UDAY SINGH :
SHRI ASADUDDIN OWAISI : No documentary evidence has ~ given by
381 WrlttenAnswel8 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 382

the FSA so far that establishes the involvement satisfaction level of residential eocommodatlon of Delhi
of Indian exporters. Police personnel. However, construction/acquisition of new
residential accommodation depends, among other things,
The reported presence of Sudan in many of the
on availability of funds. The funds allocated by the
Rapid Alert reports Issued by countries In the
Government during the 10th Five Vear Plan for this purpose
European Union was too low to be suggestive
are indicated below:
of deliberate adulteration. To that extent; some
of the Rapid Alerts can be disputed. (Rs. in crores)

The export license of the firms, who have been

Year Budget Revised Actual
found to be repeatedly indulging in adulteration,
Estimates Estimates Expenditure
have been suspended.

2002-03 49.00 48.00 48.00

(Translation]

2003-04 49.00 49.00 59.38

R••ldent..1 Facility to DP Personnel

2004-05 55.00 58.300

2962. SHRI MUNAWAR HASSAN:
SHRI RAJ NARAYAN BUDHOLIIA : 2005-06 63.00
SHRI Y.G. MAHAJAN :

(f) and' (g) The existing sanctionecl strength of Delhi

Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
Police is 59,279. The number of Delhi Police personnel
state:
who have 80 far been allotted accommodation is 10,519.

<a) whether the Government proposes to formulate

[English]
any scheme to provide accommodation to all the
employees of Deihl POlice; Girls College In Manlma,l1I

(b) if 80, the details thereof; 2963. SHRI PAWAN KUMAR BANSAL : Will the
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
(c) whether any target has been set in this regard;
pleased to state:

(d). if so, the details thereof;

(a) whether need of a Girls College in Manimajra,

(e) the funds likely to be allocated by the U.T. Chandigarh is acutely felt; and

Government for the purpose;

(b) If so, action stipulated, if any to establish 8uch

(f) the total number of employees of all levels in a college there?

Deihl Pollee at present; and

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
(g) the number of employees out of them who have
been provided residential accommodation? FATMI) : (a) and (b) Chandigarh administration has
reported that no need of a Girts College in Manimajra, U.T.
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF Chandigarh has been felt as the existing two Girls
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) to (e) It has Colleges and one professional college (Home Science
been the endeavour of the Govemment to increase the College) are suffICient to cater to the need.
383 Written AnswelS MARCH 22, 2005 to au.tIon8 384

SettIng up UT Comml.alon standard of the Indian Sports upto International Standard

for Chand'gam and Olympic Games and the names of the Indian Games
selected for Olympic;
2964. SHRIMATI KARUNA SHUKLA : Will the Minister
of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to (b) the schemes formulated to promote Indian
state: Sports by the Government;

(a) whether the Government proposes to con- (c) the State-wise amount provided for Sports
stitute a Union Territory Commission of Chandigarh for promotion, weHare schemes during the year 2002 to
women; December, 2004; separately;

(b) if so, the time frame for setting up the (d) the number and names of the schemes pending
Commission; before the Government for approval sent by the different
States and the reasons therefor;
(c) whether the National Commission for Women
has made any recommendations in this regard; (e) whether the Government are delaying the
approval on proposals of holding youth activities senl by
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
the Government of Madhya Pradesh; and

(e) the reaction of the Govemment thereto?

(f) if so, the reasons therefor?

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) :
SINGH) : (a) and (b) Setting up of women commissions
(a) Govemment of india in taking following steps to raise
at the Union Territory (UT) level falls within the purview
the standard of Indian Sports upto International level:-
of the concerned UT Administrations.

(i) Finalization and Implementation of Long Term

(c) to (e) During a state visit to the Chandlgarh
Development Plans (LTDPs) for various
Union Territory on 15.9.2004, the National Commission
sports disciplines in consuhation with the
for Women had taken up the issue of setting up of
concerned National Sports Federations, former
Chandigarh Commission for Women with the UT
international sportspersons and sports scientists
Administration. The Administration has agreed to proceed
experts.
in this matter.

(i1) Provision of equipment and scientific support to

[Translation]
sportspersons.
Funds for Development of Sports and
(iii) Scholarship to talented sportspersons for
Youth Programme.
nutritious diet, sports equipment as well as for
2965. SHRI THAWAR CHAND GEHLOT : sports research so as to encourage them to
SHRI RAGHUVIR SINGH KOSHAL : pursue sports as career.

win the Minister of VOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be (iv) Intensive coaching of the players by Indian and
pleased to state: foreign coaches In coaching campa.

(a) the efforts made by the Govemment to raise the (v) Intensive training abroad to the teams.
385 CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) 386

(vi) Flnanclalaasistance to concemed federations 8. Schemes relating to Infrastructure (This scheme

for participation of sportsp8rsons in intemational has been transferred to States from 2005·06)
toumaments.
(c) There is no State-wise allocation of funds under
(vii) Assistance for purchase of equipment. scienttflc any scheme. However, the details of the Grants sanctioned
support and training and participation within the during the year 2002 to 17.03.2005 to various States under
country and abroad under the 'Scheme relating sports infrastructure schemes are as under:·
to Talent Search and Training' and the 'Natlonal
Sports Development Fund'. StatelUT 2002·2003 2003·2004 2004·05
Amount Amount (upto
(viii) WHh a vif:'" to broad basing of sports and
Released Released 17.03.2006)
scouting for talent at a young age, the
(As. in (As. in Amount
Government Is ~sslstlng Army under 'Army Boys
lakhs) lakhs) Released
Sports Company Scheme' (ABSC). In addition
(As. in
to eight existing ABSCs, ten more ABSCs have
lakhs)
been sanctioned during the current year.
Similarly, 25 Navodaya Vldyalayas have been
2 3 4
approved for adoption under the National Talent
Search Contest (NTSC) scheme. Andhra Pradesh 172.949 572.726 226.279

(ix) The outstanding boys and girls are provided Arunachal Pradesh 156.44 195.35 7.748
scholarships so that they can have nutritious
diet. sports equipment support and be able to Assam 85.625 74.10 195.940
pursue sports as a career. Scholarships are also
Bihar 1.976 23.895 65.996
given for research in sports.

Goa 0.85 0.00 3.787

None of the Indian national games like Kabbadi, Kho·
Kho etc. are included in the Olympic Games so far. Gujarat 9.549 21.260 49.32

(b) The following schemes are implemented by Haryana 16.86 123.852 155.3672
Govemment all over India for Promotion of Sports:·
Himachal Pradesh 16.747 111.788 133.923
1. Scheme relating to Institutions
Jammu and Kashmir 6.02 30.001 7.761
2. Scheme relating to Awards
Karnataka 158.22 114.812 211.42
3. Scheme of Incentives for Promotion of Sports
Kerala 10.654 52.618 59.534
Activities

Madhya Pradesh 78.17 188.025 155.158

4. Scheme relating to Talent Search and Training

Maharashtra 387.576 537.810 427.054

5. Scheme relating to Events
Manlpur 97.28 28.292 12.625
6. Scheme for Dope Test and WADA
Meghalaya 0.00 101.197 126.906
7. State Sports Academies
387 Written Answel8 MARCH 22, 2005 388

(a) whether the Deihl Development Authority has

2 3 4
not made proper arrangement8 for promotion of sports and

147.043 30.00 the development and maintenance of sports complexes

Mlzoram 58.50
and playgrounds resulting In the youth associated with
Nagaland 219.525 984.963 128.688 sports are not coming forward; and

Orissa 102.018 127.864 93.720 (b) If so, the names of the places where the sports
complexes and playgrounda constructed till date are
Punjab 63.937 123.309 13.493
located and the arrangements made for their maintenance?
Rajasthan 23.52 54.398 30.933
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
Tamilnadu 188.601 342.843 211.331 MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
NABI AZAD) : (a) The Delhi Deva10pment Authority has
Tripura 0.738 0.375 0.40
Informed that it has made arrangement' for promotion of
Uttar Pradesh 97.58 188.113 236.148 sports by developing and maintaining sports complexes,
play fields and multigyms In DeIhl and is also promoting
West Bengal 160.54 177.916 263.145 Sports thorough coaphing programmes, Fellowship
S~hemes and by organizing events.
Delhi 22.50 73.50 62.64

Chhattlsgarh 6.398 79.633 24.12219 (b) A list of Sports Complexes and Play fields
developed by DDA is enclosaGt as statement. While the
Jharkhand 0.00 178.50 2.70 playfields are maintained by civil and Horticulture
departments of DDA, a manage~nt model has been
Uttaranchal 8.33 35.649 108.1923
specificaUy developed by DDA and put in place for
Chandigarh Nil Nil 1.00 effective maintenance of Sports complexes in Delhi.

The welfare schemes target individual sportspersons

Statement
and state-wise allocation Is not made.
List of Sports Complexes Developed by
(d) The ~Inlstry of Youth Affairs and Sports Is not the DDA Till Date
in a position to approve any new project or meet committed
1. Siri Fort Sports Complex
liabilities under Its one of the major schemes namely,
Scheme for Sports Infrastructure, as this scheme has been
2. Saket Sports Complex
transferred to States from 2005·06 and accordingly no
budget provision is available from 01.04.2005. 3. Netajl Subhash SP9rts Complex (Jasola).

(e) No, Sir. 4. Vasant Kunj Sports Complex

(f) Does not arise.

5. Babe Gang Nath Sports Complex (Munirka) (Mini

Development and Maintenance of Sports Complex)

Sport, Complexe, by DDA

6. Harl Nagar Sports Complex
2966. SHRI SAJJAN KUMAR : Will the Minister of
7. Paschim Vlhar Sports Complex
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
389 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 390

8. Dwart<a Sports Complex 16. Aohinl, Sector-3

9. Rohlni Sports Complex 17. NareIa, Sector A-10

10. Major Ohyan Chand Sports Complex (Ashok Vihar) 18. Vasant ",-,nj, B-Block

11. Rashtriya Swabhimun Khel Pariser (Pitampura) 19. Vasant Kunj, Wrestling Ground, Sector A

12. Yamuna Sports Complex (Surajmal Vihar) 20. Bindapur

13. Poorv Delhi Khe! Parisar (Oll.had Garden) 21. Owarka, Sector 8

14. Chilla Sports Complex 22. Owarka, Sector 19

List of Playfislds Developsd by the DDA TJII Dille [English)

1. Kalyan Vihar Counter lnaurgency ,.,.Inl"l

2. Hauz Khas 2967. DR. THOKCHOM MEINYA :

SHRI SURESH KAUMAOI :
3. Cricket Ground Kalkajl (Opposite Nehru Place)
Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
4. Cooperative Society Area (Mendawall Faizapur state:
Phase-I)
(a) whether the Government proposes to train
5. Cooperative Society Area (Mandawall Faizapur Police, Para-Military Forces and the Army who are
Phase-II) deployed to fight insurgency In the North-East, Jammu and
Kashmir and Naxalite infested areas with 1M latest
6. Cooperative Society Area (Mandawall Faizapur equipment, education and understanding of terrorist
Phase-III) designs and plans;

7. Chilla (b) if so, the details in this regard;

8. Kanti Nagar (c) whether our Polloe Forces and Armed Forces
have been Imparted basic /e8sons on Human Right;
9. Vikaspuri, Block-C
(d) If so, the ways it Is being done; and
10. Sunder Vlhar, G-17
(e) if not the reasons therefor?
11. Hastsal
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
12. Satya Park HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) to
(8) Appropriate training courses for the Police and Para-
13. Partap Nagar
MIlitary Forces to enable them to deal with terrorists are
14. Janakpurl (Posaanglpur) run in the training facillt.. of the Central and State
Governments using latest training equipment and
15. Avantika methodology. The Army being deployed in the North-East
391 Written AnsWtlIS MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 392

and Jammu and Kashmir are also adequately trained and allocated for the implementation of the said Yojana by
regularly updated on terrorist tactics and modus operandi. certain States:
Sensitization to Human Rights is an integral part of the
(d) the action taken by the Union Government in
basic courses run for these personnel.
this regard; and
DI.placement of Slum Dwellera
(e) the number of persona benefited under the
In Deihl
Yojana during the said period State-wise and year-wise?
2968. SHRI JUAL ORAM : Will the Minister of URBAN
THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
(a) whether a large number of slum dwellers are (KUMARI SEWA) (a) The details of Central Funds
being displaced in Delhi before the commencement of the allocated/released under Valmiki Ambedkar Awas Yojana

Commonwealth Games; (VAMBAY) during the last three years and current year are
as under:-
(b) If so, whether any steps have been taken by
the Government to rehabilitate those slum dwellers; and (Rs. in Lakhs)

(c) if so, the details thereof? Year Allocation Releases

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND

2001-02 6900.00 7356.000
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
NABI AZAD) : (a) to (c) Removal of slumljhuggl dwellers 2002-03 25685.00 21835.000
is a continuing process and eligible squatters are allotted
alternate plots as per the policy of the Government. 2003-04 23850.00 23854.600

[1ians/atlon} 2004-05 28058.00 22366.148

VIIlmlkl Ambedkar Awa. tOJI"" (b) Statement showing State-wise and year-wise
Central funds released to StateslUnion Territories under
2969. SHRIMATI KIRAN MAHESHWARI : VAMBAY during the years 2001-02, 2002-03, 2003-04 and
SHRI HARISHCHANDRA CHAVAN : 2004-05 is Annexed.
SHRI BRAJESH PATHAK :
SHRI RATILAL KALiDAS VARMA : (c) Non availability of land, revision in the ProjPct
by the StateJimplementing agencies due to local problems,
Will the Minister of URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND such as change in beneficiaries, change in mode of
POVERTY ALLEVIATION be pleased to state: development and administrative problems.

(a) the amount allocated, released and targeted to (d) State Level Coorriination Committee and Central
be spent on Valmlkl Ambedkar Awas YoJana by the Union Sanctioning Committee are taking appropriate remedial
Government during the last three years and current year; action from time to time.

(b) the amount spent under this VoJana in various (e) Statement showing State-wise and year-wise
Statee tltl date, State-wise and year-wise; details of number of dwelling units and ,oIlet seats covered
under VAMBAY during the years 2001-02, 2002-03, 2003-
(c) the reasons for no! utilizing the .amount 04 and 2004-05 is enclosed.
 (,,)
Statement co
(oJ

State-wise and year-wise Central Funds allocated and re,eased to StateslUnion Territories under Valmi#ci Ambedkar Awas )bjana (VAAY) during the
year 200 1-02. 2002-03. 2003-04 and 2004-05

(Rs. in lakhs)
~
i :l

SI. StateIUT Released Dwelling Toilet Released Dwelling Toilet Released Dwelling Toilet Released Dwelling Toilet
No. during Units Seats during Units Seats during Units Seats during Units Seats
I
the year covered covered the year covered covered the year covered covered the year covered covered
2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
0
X
1. Andhra Pradesh 1200.00 4000 0 5535.437 22268 392 5987.433 27627 0 3360.900 15582 0 ~
...,.
:D
,.
2. Arunachal Pradesh 0.00 0.000 0.000 O.JOO 0

3. Assam 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000 --

~
.....
4. Bihar 0.00 0.000 10.000 50 0 0.000

5. Chhattisgarh 65.00 325 0 529.410 2185 462 423.470 1850 0 0.000

i
6. Goa 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000

7. Gujarat 384.00 1536 0 3089.000 18776 1640 13.480 0.000

8. Haryana 0.00 0.000 666.080 3263 0 0.000

9. Himachal Pradesh 0.00 0.000

0
0.000 0.000

10. Jammu and Kashmir 87.00 387 0 38.320 170 0 157.930 442 0 0.000

11. Jhartdland 0.00 0.000 0.000 718.800 3504 90

.1
12. Kamataka 915.00 3333 575 2042.600 6979 2215 3999.580 14978 3090 0.000
•~
 (0)
lID
2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13
'" '"
13. Kerala 182.00 910 0 2389.650 11948 0 1438.680 6926 0 0.000

14. Madhya Pradesh 200.75 803 0 934.780 4054 170 268.700 1024 0 0.000 ,
15. Maharashtra 1198.00 4661 597 845.600 328 3900 5334.967 22700 0 11090.868 40695 10844 .

16. Manipur 0.00 7.875 35 0 250.400 853 0 0.000

·1
iii

17. MeghaJaya 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000

18. Mizoram 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000

19. Nagaland 0.00 9.000 40 0 185.830 766 0 0.000

20. Orissa 0.00 61.200 306 0 99.880 2"2 0 4.400 22 0

f
2
21. Punjab 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000 ~

22. Rajasthan 300.00 1500 0 900.000 4000 0 93.480 200 0 600.000 2500 0 I
23. Sikkim 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000

24. Tamil Nadu 1172.00 2610 3000 2846.500 27226 11880 2146.480 14684 0 4515.630 34580 9050

25. Tripura 10.05 45 0 144.978 644 0 278.080 976 0 0.000

26. Uttaranchal 36.00 180 0 160.150 701 100 263.680 1098 0 0.000
a-
27. lJ1Iar Pradesh 443.45 2217 0 1108.880 5412 0 1912.480 8462 0 1991.950 8835 165

28. West Bengal 690.60 2529 393 1191.650 5002 819 172.890 797 0 0.000

29. Andaman and 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000

I
Nicobar Istands Cot»
I
 !

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 .g 10 11 12 13 14

30. Chandigarh 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000

,
31. Dadra and Nagar 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000 i
Haveli

32. paman and Diu 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000

33. Delhi 50.00 167 0 0.000 0.000 0.000

34. lakshadweep 33.50 170 40 0.000 90.680 408 80 83.600 419 0

35. Pondicheny 0.00 0.000 0.000 0.000

Ii
0
~

Total 6967.35 25373 4805 21835.03 110074 21398 23794.20 107336 3170 22366.148 106136 20139 -
!
Funds released under 0.00 0 0 0.00 0 0 60.400 1040 0 0.000 0 0
VAMBAY lor Mise I
purposes

I
I
 399 Wrlttsn ~Wflrs MARCH 22, 2006 10 OutIsIIons 400

Funde tor Ba.'e Flellltl•• R.port 01 Natl"~" Crlm. Record. Buntltu

2970. SHRI NARENDRA KUMAR KUSHAWAHA : 2971. SHRI RAJIV RANJAN SINGH "LALAN" :
PROF. MAHADEORAO SHIWANKAR : SHRI RAMJI LAL SUMAN :

Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to

Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE
state:
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
(a) whether the attention of the Govemment has
(a) the funds sanctioned for basic facilities in the
been drawn towards the report prepared recently by the
field of education in the Tenth Five Year Plan by the National Crime Records Bureau which says that Delhi has
Govemment; the highest crime rate;

(b) whether the time bound action has been taken (b) if so, the facts thereof;
regarding all the educational schemes to utilise the funds
(c) whether the strength of Police force in Delhi Is
sanctioned by the Planning Commission during the current
mor& than the proportionate strength of police force at
year;
national level; and

(c) the time by which the scheme announced by (d) if so, the factors responsible for not containing
the Govemment likely to be launched and completed; the situation?

(d) whether all the schemes launched in the THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
current year have been completed or likely to be HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) and (b) The
completed timely; data available with the National Crime Records Bureau
indicate that crime-rate wise, Delhi was at second positiOf"l
(e) if so, the details thereof; and during the year 2001 and at third position during the years
2002 and 2003 in comparison with other StateslUnion
(f) if not, the reasons therefor? Territories.

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF (c) The number of Police personnel per lakh of
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. population in Delhi during the years 2001, 2002 and 2003
FATMI) : (a) to (f) T'1e Tenth Plan allocation for the was higher than all India average per lakh population.
Department of Elementary Education and Literacy and the
(d) The factors responsible for incidence of crime
Department of Secondary and Higher Education is Rs.
in Delhi include heterogeneous population; unplaMed
30.000 crore and Rs. 13,825crore respectively. The Annual
urbanisation; increase in slum population; and infiltration
Plan allocation for a particular year is required to be
of criminals from neighbouring States.
utilised within the same year and the final requirement of
funds is finalised before the close of the financial year. The [English1
procedure is equally applicable to the funds allocated for
Legal Services
the schemes launched during the current year. The various
ongoing schemes, as also those which the launched 2972. SHRI ABDULLAKUTTY : WHI the Minister of
during a Five Year Plan period, are normally continued till COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state:

the end of the Plan period and their continuance or

(a) whether India Is ope'lln,) up its legal
otherwise is considered before formulating the next Five service sector for foreign participation as per WTO
Year Plan. agreement;
401 WrlttenAnswtlS
CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 402

(b) If 10, whether the Government has set up any

terrorist activ\tiee, the Government has pursued a multi-
expert committee to examine the implications of such p:-onged approach which besides diplomatic initiatives,
move; and
includes strengthening the border management to check

(c) If 80, the details thereof? infiltration, galvanizing the Intelligence machinery, Improved
technology, weaponry and equipments for security forces
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF both at the Centre and In the States, neutralizing plans
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S. of terrorist groups/anti-national elementsllSI agents by well
ELANGOVAN): (a) to (c) India has not undertaken any coordinated intell!gence baaed operations.
commitments In Legal Services In the Would Trade
Organisation (WTOL under the General Agreement Export. to America
on Trade In Services (GATS), during the Uruguay
Round. Under the ongoing Doha Round 0' negotlation.;; 2074. SHRI RAJESH VERMA: Will the Minister of
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state:
also, no commitments have been offered i:1 Legal
Services In Indla'e Initial Offer. A team of Indian and United (a) the details of names of the goods and various
Kingdom (U.K.) lawyera are expected to exchange views other commodities, including proceued, foods, exported to
on the status 0' the legal services and Inues that are the American countries during the last there years
required to be tackled before legal services are opened alongwith the volume and value thereof;
up.
(b) the amount of foreign exchange earned
Actlvltle. ot 151 Agent. thereon;

2973. SHRI ADHIR CHOWDHURY : Will the Minister (c) incentives extended to '.he exporters of
of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state: processeC food, om the country to the American countries;
(a) whether lSI agents functioning In the country (d) whether there Is arrangement for centralized
are funded by the Pakistan High Commission as reported marketing of those Indian food products In the American
in the Times of India dated Fobruary 26, 2005; countries; and

(b) if so, the facts and t:,. details thereof; (e) If so, the details the=--of?

(c) whether the Govemment has contemplated any THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
action plan to break the nexus of Pakistan High COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
Commission with lSI agents functioning in the country; and ELANGOVAN): (al and (b) Indle's exports to American
countries during the last three years. are as under:-
(d) if so, the details thereof?
(In US$ million)
THE MINISTER OF STATEI:~ l'HE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) and
Year Exports to United Exports to LBtin
(b) As per available reports, Delhi Police interdicted on
Stat.. of America Americar. Countries
12.2.2005 a PaklPak lSI sponsored agent wi~JI some
sensitive defence related in'ormation/doc:umenla.
2001-2002 8513.34 960.30
Subsequently, one co-accusod was also arrested. A cat8
under the official Secrets Ac! has boon reoistered agair.st :~OO2-2003 10895.76 1295.80
them.
200~-200~ 11490.!l7 1138.81
(c) and (d) In order to curb PakiPak lSI 8UP:" ;..d
403 MARCH 22, 2005 to OutIBtions 404

The major commodltl.. of .xport. to the (b) whether the Govemment has received requests
American countries are gems and jewellery, RMG to open more such achoolllcolleges from the State
cotton including accessories, drugs, phannaceutlcala Gov.mments;
and fine chemicals, machln.ry and inatruments. Th.
d.talls of all goods and commodlti.s export.d (c) if so, the details thereof, State-wise; and

alongwith their volume and value are also available on

(d) the time by which these sports schoolS/colleges
the Department of Commerce's website: http:/
are lik.1y to be opened, State-wise?
www.commerce. nic.in.

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF

(c) The incentives to the e.xport.rs are giv.n in the
form of development of infrastructure, market research, OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) :

infonnatton dluemlnation, facilitating buyer-aeller meets, (a) Th.re is no Sch.me of the Ministry for opening sports
participation in trade faits .tc. schoolslcolleges in the Stat...

(d) Government 18 not aware of any centralized "Sports", being a State subject promotion of sports and
marketing arrangements. games is the primary responsibility of the reepeotive
states. However, Sports Authority of India (SAl)
(e) Does not arise.
adopts schools and colleges under the Scheme of

sport. SchooUCoilege. National Sports Talent Cont.st (NSTC). A list of such

schoolS/college;; adopted by SAl is enclosed as
2975. SHRI G. KARUNAKARA REDDY : statement.
SHRI MANJUNATH KUNNUR :
(b) No requesl for opening of sports schoolS/
Will the Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be colleges has been received.
pl....d to stat.:
(c) Does not arise.
(a) the number of sports ~hoolS/colleges in the
country as on date, State-wise especially in Kamataka; (d) Does not arise.

S.lemen'

Det.JIs of SchoolsiCol/egft under NSTC Scheme of Sports Authority of Indis

S.No. State Region/School Sports

,
2 3 4

SOUTHERN

1. Kamataka SI. Joseph's Indian High School, Bangalore Hockey, Swimming, Basketball

2. Andhra Pradesh VP Sidhartha Public School, Vijayawada (AP) Athletics, Badminton, Gymnastics

3. Kerala ~ carmel School, Kottayam Athletics

405 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 406

2 3 4

EASTERN

4. Jharkhand St. Ignatius High School, Gumla Football, HocIaIy, Athletic

5. -do- Govt. GIr1s High School, Ranchl Football, Athletics, Gymnastics,

Swimming

6. OrIssa St. Mary G.H. School, Sundergarh Athletics, Hockey

7. -do- BS High School, Sundergarh Football, Gymnutlcs

B. Tripura Umakanta Academy, Agartala, Tripura FopIbaII, Swimming

9. Sikkim Taehlnamgyal Academy, Gangtok Athletics, Hockey

10. West Bengal Sukantanagar Vidyanlketan Saltlake City, Calcutta Athletics, Gymnastics

11. -do- G.G. High Sec. School, Krishna Nagar Athletics, Football, Hockey

12. -do- Dowhlll G.H. School, Kurseong Athletics, Gymnaltlc

CENTRAL

13. Uttar Pradesh Mahadevl Kanya Pathshala Inter College (U.p.) T. Tennis, Badminton

14. -do- Udai Pratap Inter College, Varanali Athletics, Gymnutics, Wrestling

15. -do- Colvin Taloqdar College, Lucknow Athletics, BukeIbaII

16. Madhya Pradesh Govt. Multipurpose HS School, Indore, MP T. Tennis, Swimming

17. -do- Maharani Laxmlbal MufU..purpose HS, Jabalpur, Athletics, Basketball, K.a.ddl
MP

WESTERN

18. Maharaahtra Muktangana English School, Pune (Mah.) AlhtetIca, Gymnutlca

19. -do- Bhonsla Military School, Naslk (Mah.) Athletics, Gymnastics, Basketball,
Swimming

20. -do- Pravara Public School, Pravara Ng, Ahmednagar Athletic., Wrestling, BasketbaH

21. -do- SanjeeYlln Vidyalaya, Panchgani AthIettca, e• ..,..1

22. Rajasthan Shri Guru Nanak Khalsa School, Shriganganagar Basketball

407 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 408

2 3 4

23. Rajasthan Bhupal's Noolee HS School, Udaipur (Raj.) Football, Athletics, Hockey

24. Goa St. Anthony HS, Guwahati Swimming, T. Tennis, Basketball

NORTH-EAST

25. Arunachal Pradesh Dony Polo Vidya Bhavan, Itanagar Athletics, Football

26. Assam Don Bosco HS, Guwahati Swimming T. Tennis, Basketball

27. Manipur Sainik School, Imphal, Manlpur Athletics, Badminton, Football

28. Meghalaya Anthony's HS, Shillong Football, T. Tennis

NORTHERN

29. Chandigarh DAV Sr. Sec. School, Chandigarh Football, Hockey, Volleyball

30. Punjab Govt. Gir1s SS School, Jalandhar Athletics, Hockey

31. Haryana Motilal Nehru School of Sports Rai, Haryana Athletics, Gymnastics, Swimming

32. -do- CRZ Sr. Sec. School, Sonepat Athletics, Hockey, Wrestling

Red Corner Notice the instance of Mumbai Police on 19.1.2005. The Red
Comer Notice against Shri Jagdlsh Prasad Joshi was
2976. SHRI BRAJA KISHORE TRIPATHY : Will the cancelled on 7.3.2005.
Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
(c) Three hundred and ninety two Red Corner
(a) whether,lnterpol has recently issued red comer Notices have been issued by eBI against fugitives wanted
notice for the arrest of gutka barons; to selVe sentence or to face prosecution.

(b) if so, the details in this regard; (d) Interpol-New Delhi, India, co-ordinates the
efforts between the Interpol member countries and national
(c) the details of other notices issued by Interpol law enforcement agencies to nab such criminals.
against the Indian citizens involved in various crimes; and
[Translation]
(d) the steps taken by the Government to nab such
Allotment of Government Land
criminals so far?
2977. SHRI MOHAN SINGH: Will the Minister of
THE MINISTER OF STATE
, IN THE MINISTRY OF
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANlKRAO J.tODLYA GAVin : (a)
and (b) Red Comer Notices. against Shri Jagdish Prasad (a) whether the Union Government proposes to
Joahi and Shri Rasiklal Dhariwal were issued by eBI at make any policy or guidelines for allotment of any
409 Written AnswetS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to 0uestI0ns 410

Govemment land in future keeping in view the 2001-02 Rs. 80.00,0001-

recommendations of the Yogesh Chandra Committee; and
2002-03 NIL
(b) if so, the details thereof?
2003-04 'NIL
THE MINlSTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM (c) The State Govemment of Rajasthan had sought
NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) One of the terms of references reimbu~ of Rs. 44.35 crores in January, 2005. The
of the Yogesh Chandra Committee of Enquiry is to suggest proposal was found deficient and was referred back to
guidelines for allotment of land in future by the Land and Govemment of Rajasthan with the request to Hnd revised
Development Office in a fair, objective and transparent expenditure statement for reimbursement of funds, which
manner. has not been received so far.

Modification if any in the existing procedure for land (d) No time frame can be given in view of position

allotment would depend upon the recommendation of the at (c) above.

Committee in the matter.
Setting up of 8al Bhawsna

NOSI Scheme
2979. SHRI BRAJESH PATHAK :
2978. SHAI JASWANT SINGH BISHNOI : SHRI S.K. KHARVENTHAN :
SHAI DUSHYANT SINGH :
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE

Will the Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be DEVELOPMENT be pleased to &tate:

pleased to state:
(a) the details of 'Bal Bhawans' presently located

(a) whether fund are provided for National in the country, State-wise;

Discipline Scheme of Instructors (NDSI) and House

(b) whether there is any proposal to construct
keeping staff under National Discipline Scheme of
more 'Bal Bhawans' in the country for the benefit of the
Instructors (NOSI) Scheme by the Govemment;
children;

(b) if so, the funds provided to Rajasthan during the

(c) if so, the details thereof, State-wise, location-
last th""' years under the scheme;
wise; and

(c) whether the State has sent a proposal to

(d) if not. the reasons therefor?
enhance the funds under the schemes; and
THE MINISTER OF STATE' IN THE MINISTRY OF
(d) if so, the time by which it is likely to be
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
accorded?
FATMI) : (a) A statement showing State-wise numbers of

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF Bal Bhavans affiliated to the National Bal Shavan, is

OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) : enclosed.

(a) Yea, Sir.

(b) to (d) National Bal Bhavan has formulated a

(b) The position of funds reimbursed to Govemment scheme for providing financial support to est&bUsh BaI

of Rajasthan during the fast three years under the National Bhavans in States where there are none, and. Mini Bal

Discipline Scheme is as under:- Bhavans in the North Eastem Region and Sikkim.
411 Written AnsW81S MARCH 22, 2005 412

StIItflment
2 3

State-wise No. of Sal Bhavans affiliated

21. Daman and Diu 2
to the NationlJl Sal Bhawan

22. Delhi
S.No. StatelUT No. of Sal Bhlvans
23. Pondlcherry 1
2 3
Totll 73
1. Andhra Pradesh 6
Compenaetlon to the Family of eSF
2. Assam
2980. SHRI ANANT GUDHE : Will the Minister of
3. Goa 1 HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

4. Gujarat 5 (a) whether the kin of soldiers of B.S.F. and armed

forces who die in harness are given equal help after their
5. Haryana 10
death or martyrdom;

6. Jammu and Kashmir 2

(b) if not, the reasons therefor;

7. Kamataka 5
(c) whether the soldiers of B.S.F. are included in the

8. Kerala 7 sClheme for allotment of petrol pumps; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

9. Madhya Pradesh 2

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

10. Maharashtra 5
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) and
11. Manlpur (b) In case of death of BSF and other Central Police Force
personnel in harness of duties or martyrdom, next of kins
12. Orissa 3 (NOKs) are given benefits a8 admissible under CCS
(Pension) Rules 1972. whereas armed tore.. are covered
13. Punjab 2
under Defence Service Rules, therefore. benefits are not

14 Rajasthan equal.

15. Tamil Nadu 7 (e) and (d) SoUders of B.S.F. are included in the
, ......
scheme for allotment of petrol pumps under PMP category
16. Uttar Pradesh 6 with 8% reservation quota, for which guidelines has been
issued by Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. BSF has
17. Uttaranchal lorwarded 79 cases lor consideration to Oil Coordination
Committee but no allotment has been made.
18. West Bengal 2
Fund. under Youth Development Programme.
19. Chandigarh
2981. SHRI KAILASH MEGHWAL : Will the Minister of
20. Dadra and Nagar Haveli
YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:
413 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to OuBftons 414

(a) the details of the funds sanctioned to the State (d) whether the Govemment has made any review
of Rajasthan under Youth welfare schemes, sports and of the work done under these schemee during the said
physical education during each of the last three yea... and periods; and
thereafter, Schemes-wise;
(e) If so, the details thereof, Scheme-wi..?

(b) whether the assesament of utilization/non- THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
utilization of the grants is done by the Govemment; OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) :
(a) The details of funds sanctioned to the State of
(c) If so, the details and the outcome thereof; Rajasthan un~r various schemes are a8 under:-

Name of Scheme 2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05

(as on 16.3.2005)

Scheme of Financial Rs.l,40,700 Rs.5,14,161 Rs.14,97.080 Rs. 6,39,899

Assistance for Promotion
of Youth Activities and
Training

Youth Hostel Nil Nil Nil Rs. 40,00,000

Promotion of National Rs.1,38,75O Rs.S, 04,652 Rs.23.88,312 Rs.6,SO,812

Integration

Promotion of Adv~ture Rs.l,50.000 RS.1,25,OOO Rs.2,63,OOO Rs.6,29,500

Grants for Creation of Sports Rs.4,OOO Rs.10,71 ,000 Rs.25,OO,OOO Ra.8.72,600

Infrastructure

Grants to Rural Sports for Rs.17,78,OOO Rs.",7',OOO Ra.25,19,800 Rs.15,OO,800

Purchase of Sports Equlprnents
and Development of Playfield

Grants for Promotion of Sports Rs.14,OOO Rs.1,10,ooo Rs.4,20,OOO RS.7,20,ooo

in Universities and Colleges

National Service Scheme (NSS) Rs. 1,70,93,298 Rs.2,57,54,896 Rs.2,60,50, 173 RI.2, 17,00,000

(b) Yes, Sir. functionaries are also obtained. In the recently concluded
National Conference on Youth Affairs and Sports with State
(c) To ensure proper utilisation of funds by the Ministers and Secretaries, State Govemments were
Grantee Organisations Utnlsatlon Certificate, Progress requested to assist and ensure proper utilisation of Grants
Report. Audited Accounts, Photographs of the Infrastructure released to the NGOs in their respective areas.
projects. Inspection Reports by the local authorities as well
.. field formations of Nehru Yuva Kendra SangathanlNSS (d) Yes, Sir.
415 Written Answens MARCH 22, 2005 to OUIIfIIfons 416

(e) All the Youth and Sports Schemes were THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
reviewed In the context of the 10th Five Year Plan, and COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
it was decided to merge smaller schemes and ..orient ELANGOVAN): <a) to (d) Govemment, with the hetp of
them under Umbrella Schemes following the principle of National Council for Applied Economic Research (NCAER)
Zero Budgeting. Accordingly, the Ministry is now and Rajiv Gandhi Foundation/economic Law Practice, is
implementing six youth and five sports Umbrella Schemes In the process of formulating a draft Export Promotion
in addition to new schemes. Further, all the youth and Scheme that will be considered in replacement of the Duty
sports schemes have recently been reviewed in the context Entitlement Passbook Scheme. The Scheme will take into
of 10th Plan Mid-Term Appraisal being carried out by the account various unremitted taxes and levies. The draft
Planning Commission. The Scheme of National proposal is expected, shortly.
Reconstruction Corps was evaluated by five agencies
identified by the Planning Commission. Evaluation for 20 Education C•••
selected districts have been completed. The National
2983. SHRI SUBODH MOHITE : Will the Minister
Productivity Council has been assigned the task evaluation
of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
of the Scheme of Youth Activities and Training and a draft
state:
report has been received by the Ministry. Similarly, Training
Oriented Research Centres (TORCs) have been asked to
(a) whether the fund called 'Prathmik Shiksha Kosh'
evaluate the Schemes of National Integration Camp and
has since been created;
Scheme of Adventure. The National Service Scheme (NSS)
was also evaluated by the Indian Institute of Public (b) if so, the details thereof, alongwith the money
Administration (IIPA) in 1996-97 and Its findings related to collected therein; and
NSS structure and functions performed by various levels
of the organisation. (c) the total amount collected and distributed for
development of primary education and Mid-Day-Meal
[English] Scheme from 2 per cent education cess imposed during
last year, State-wise?
National Council for Applied
Economic R.....rah
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
2982. SHRI BALASAHEB VIKHE PATIL : Will the
FATMI) : (a) to (c) It has been decided to create a
Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to
·Prarambhlk Shiksha Kosh" , which will be a non-Iapsable
state:
fund into which receipts of the Education Cess would be
(a) whether NCAER has been entrusted with the credited. Details in regard to the Kosh are being worked
task of preparing a WTO compatible export promotion out.
scheme;
Foreign In.tltutlon.
(b) If so, details thereof with terms of reference;
2984. SHRI CHANDRAKANT I(HAIRE : Will the
(c) when the NCAER is likely to submit its scheme Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
to Govemment; and pleased to state:

(d) its likely impact on the existing Duty Entitlement (a) whether the Indian Council for Historical
Passbook Scheme? Research (ICHR) has recently unearthed a racket of
417 Wriften An.wets CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 10 au.tJons 418

some foreign institutions which lure organisations into (b) if 50, the details thereof; and
contributing money on the name of intemational academic
seminars; (c) the funds earmarked for the such camps during
the said period and the States wherein such camps have
(b) whether an organisation called South and been held 80 far?
South·East Asian Association for the Study of Religion
(SSEASR) had garnered funds from the Indian Council THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
for Cultural Relations (ICCR), Ford Foundation and HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
others; SINGH) : <a) Yes, Sir. National Institute for Public
Cooperation and Child Development (NIPCCD) under the
(c) if so, when did this matter first come to Department of Women and Child Development had
light;
organized camps to create aWarene18 ~ violence and
crime against women during the last two years. However,
(d) the present status of SSEASR; and
no Such camps were organtzed for children.
<e) the measures taken by the Government In this
(b) NIPCCD identified 87 crime-prone districta
regard?
located across 21 States where such camps were
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF organized benefiting 1,07,752 persons. The activities
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. covered in these awareness camps Include lecture, pbtster
FATMI) : <a) to (e) Asper the information furnished by the making, exhibition, melas, rallies, competitions and street
Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR), on January plays.
13, 2005, it came to their notice that an organization celled
<c) Government of India released Rs. 100 lakhs out
the 'South and South·East Asian Association for the Study
of which an expenditure of Rs.47.30 Iakh In 2002·2003
of Religion (SSEASR)', is using the Council's name
unauthorlsedly for organlztng a "Regional Conference" on and Rs.12.97 lakh in 2003·2004 was incurred by the

·Cultural and Religious Mosaic of South and South· NIPCCD for organizing such camps in the States of Andhra

East Asia: Conflict and Consensus through the Ages". Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattiagarh, Delhi, Gujarat,

According to the ICHR, the SSEASR Is not a registered Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Kerala, Kamlltaka, Madhya

body in India and, they had applied to the Council for Pradesh, Maharashlra, Manlpur, Mlzoram, Nagaland,

Seminar Grant. Punjab, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Trlpura, Uttaranchal and

Uttar Pradesh.
Awarene.. camp. About
CrIme and Violence Revillon of SJSRY

2985. SHRI SANAT KUMAR MANDAL : Will the \ 2986. SHRIMATI BHAVANA PUNDLIKRAO GAWALI :

Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be Will the Minister of URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY
pleased to state: ALLEVIATION be pleased to state:

(a) whether any awareness camps have been (a) whether the Union Govemment is planning to
organized by the Government to cre~te awareness about revise the Swarna Jayanti Shaharl Rozgar Yojana:
violence and crime against children and women in and
the country during the taat three years and thereafter, till
(b) H 80, the reasons therefor?
date;
 419 MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 420

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF (In ero"! rupees)

URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
(KUMAR I SEWA) : (a) and (b) Yes, Sir. In the course of SI. State Amount approved!

the Implementation of the Scheme of Swam. J.yanti No. released

Shahari Rozgar Yojana (SJSRY), certain bottlenecks have

been observed. Taking into consideration the suggestions
1. Assam 20.52

of the StateslUTs and other stakeholders and in order to 2. Tripura 3.61

make the Scheme more effective, Government is of the
3. Mlzoram 2.92
view that some modifications are required in the existing
guidelines of SJSRY Scheme. 4. Meghalaya 0.43

Oper8tlon 81t1ck 8cMIrd Scheme Indo-Nepal Joint Venture

2987. DR. ARUN KUMAR SARMA : win the Minister 2988. SHRI DUSHYANT SINGH : Will the Minister of
of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state :
state:
(a) the details of the Indo-Nepal joint venture

(a) whether various State Governments particularly established so far; and

the Government of Assam have fOlWarded proposals for (b) the steps taken to promote these ventures?
sanction of grant towards payment of salary to teachers
appointed under Operation Black Board scheme; THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
(b) if so, the details thereof alongwith the response ELANGOVAN): (a) India is the leading source of Foreign
of the Government thereto; and Direct Investments in Nepal, aecountlng for one third of
foreign Investments. There are 295 Indian Joint Ventures
(c) the time by when It is likely to be sanc- in Nepal with total Indian Investment of about Rs.S billion
tioned? upto 2004-05. Four proposals from Nepal with an
investment of Rs. 33.8 million has been approved till
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF December, 2004.
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
(b) The India-Nepal Treaty of peace and Friendship
FATMI) : <a) to (c) Central ...istance for teachers' poets
as well as the bilateral Treaty of Trade provides a facilitating
supported under Operation Black Board Scheme during
environment for Indian investments in Nepal. The two
the IXth Plan period ce88ffcJ at the end of that period (i.e.,
countries also have a Double Taxation Avoidance
from 31.3.02) and has become the responsibility of the Agreement and are currently negotiating a Bilateral
I
concerned State Governments. However, Central Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement.
Government has decided as a special case, that for
North Eastern States, including Assam, assistance for
salaries of teachers supported during IXth Plan under Primary EdUClltlon
Operation Black Board <OBB) Scheme, would continue
2989. SHRI VIJAY KUMAR KHANDELWAL :
during the Xth Plan period also. Funds for salaries
SHRI KRISHNA MURARI MOGHE :
of admissible number of posts have been released
accordingly. Funds approved/released during 2004-05 are
Will the Minister 01 HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-
as follows::
MENT be pleased to state :
421
CHAITRA 01, 192'7("')

(a) the impact of Including primary educIIlton under Sl'lRI 9UOR18 StNGH :
'functarMfltal rights' by amending the Conatttuaon of India
on primary education: WID the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DeVELOP-
MENT be pIeaed to state :
(b) the likely impact of bringing primary education
(.) whether trafIIcIdng of women and dtiIchn and
under 'fundamental rights' on secondary education and the
girts is one of the fastest growing crimNf IICtMIIes In the
preparedness of the Govemment to meet the additional
wortd as well as in India as reported In 'The HIndu', dated
demands of secondary education;
6 March, 2005;

(c) whether extemal a8listance wIH be received in

(b) if 10, whether the trafficking vtotatee all forme
order to promote secondary education and provide of human rights and dignity;
maximum facilities in this regard on the lines of SalVa
Shlksha Abhiyan; and (c) Whethe the Govemment has opened Protective
Homes/short stay homes to provide cuatodlal care,
(d) if so, the details thereof? education, vocational training and rehabiUtatlon etc. for
victims of trafficking;
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. (d) if 10, the details In thfe regard, State-wise;
FATMI) : (a) to (d) The Constitution (86th Amendment) Act,
(e) the creteri. for seIec:tton of Htttng up of such
which seeks, inter-alia, to Insert Article 21-A in the
homes In the country;
Constitution, making free and compulsory education for
children in 6-14 yltars age group a fundamental right, has (f) whether the Govemment propose to formulate
not yet been brought into force because the follow-up a co~ensive policy to deal with this situation;
legislation envisaged in Article 21-A is being drafted
(g) whether the National Commission for Women
(presently, by a Committee of the Central Advisory Board
has sought an amendment In the existing laws to deal
of Education). However, as the country progresses towards
sternly with trafficking;
the goal of universal elementary education as a result of
implementation of SalVa Shiksha Abhlyan, Mid Day Meal (h) If so, the response of the Govemment in this
and other related schemes, demand for secondary regard; and

education is likely to go up substantially. A Committee of

(i) the number of such c.... come to the notice
CABE has been constituted to examine various aspects
of the Government during the last three years alongwith
of universalisation of secondary education. Further action
the cases cleared 10 far?
in this regard will be taken in the light of its recommen-
dations. THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
[English} SINGH) : (a) to (c) Yes, Sir.

TraffIcking (d) Statement-I is enclosed.

2990. SHRI ANAHDRAO VITHOBA ADSUL : (e) The applications duly recommended by con-
SHRI TATHAGATA SATPATHY : cemed State Governments are considered by a Project
SHRI KISHANBHAI V. PATEL : Sanctioning Committee for further unction. A maximum of

SHRI SHIVRAJ SINGH CHOUHAN : 2 Short Stay Homes are sanctioned in a District.
423 MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 424

(f) The Government has drawn up a National Plan 3 4

2
of Action in 1998 and constituted a Central Advisory
Committee to advise on traffICking. rescue and rehabilita- 11. Jammu and Kashmir 2
tion of victims of trafficking and commercial sexual
12. Kamataka 19 3
exploitation. I!lnd also to activate legal and_~aw enforce-
ment systems to strengthen implementation of the Immoral 13. Kera!a 4
Traffic Prevention Act, 1956.
14. Madhya Pradesh 23
(g) The National Commission for Women had
15. Maharashtra 32
suggested certain amendments in Immoral Traffic Preven-
tion Act, 1956. 18. Manipur 10

(h) SOIll8 of the amendment proposed by NCW 17. Meghalaya o

have been included in proposed amendment of the
Act. 18. Mizoram

(i) Statement-II is enclosed. 19. Nagaland

20. Orissa 30
Statement-l
21. Punjab 2
8hort Stay Home!Swadha, home
sanctioned during 2003-D4 22. Rajasthan 8

SI. Name of the No. of Short No. of Swadhar 23. Slkklm o

No. States Stay Home Home
24. Tamil Nadu 41
sanctioned sanctioned
25. Trlpura 5
2 3
26. Uttar Pradesh 36
1. Anclhra Pradesh 29 27. Uttaranchal 6

2. Arunachal Pradesh 2 28. West Ben!;!al 33 4

3. Assam 10 29. Andaman and Nicobar 0

4. Bihar 24

5. Chhattisgarh 31. Delhi 3 2

6. Jharkhand 7 32. Daman and Diu o

7. Goa 33. Lakshadweep o
8. Gujarat 4 34. Pondicherry o
9. Haryana 2 2 35. Dadra and Nagar Haveli

10. Himachal Pradesh Total 341 16

 Statement'" t
~

Incidence of procureation of Minor Girls, buy;ng and selling of girls for

Prostitution and Importation of Girls during 200 1 to 2003

Sl StatesiUTs 2001 2002 2000

i
No. ~
Procunllion Buying SeIng Imporation P~ Buying Selling Importation Procuration Buying Seq IIl1JOIfB1ion !
of minor of girls of girls of girls otminor of girls of girls of girls of minor of girls of girts of iirts
girt for for girl for for girl for for
prostilulion prostitution prostitution prostitution prostitution prostiI\jion

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
0

1. Andhra Pradesh 12 0 0 7 9 0 0 46 0 5

2. Arunachal Pradesh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
~
0
.....

3. Assam 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 12 0 0 0
-
:s.....
CIJ
4. Bihar 16 1 83 9 0 0 38 1 0 0 37
-i
5. Chhattisgarh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

6. Goa 2 NR 0 0 2 0 0 0 5 0 0 0

7. Gujarat. 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0

8. Haryana 5 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 0 0
ct
9. Himachal Pradesh 0 0 0 0 3 0 0 (} 4 0 1 0

10. Jammu and Kashmir 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 (} 0 I

11. Jhartdtand 0 0 2 5 0 0 36 5 0 0 0
•~
 .,.
I\)
2 3 4 J 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 .....

12. Kamataka 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 0 0

13. Kerala 4 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 7 0 0 0
).
i
.ill
14. Madhya Pradesh 4 0 0 0 5 0 0 13 0 25 0 ~

~
15. Maharashtra 21 1 34 8 0 20 5 3 0

16 Manipur 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

17. Meghalaya 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

18. Mizoram 0 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
~
19. Nagaland 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1
2
0 4 0 0 0
~
20. Orissa 0 0 0 0 4 0 0

0 0
§
21. Punjab 7 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0

22. Rajasthan 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 1 0 1

23. Sikkim 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

24. Tamil Nadu 0 0 0 14 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1

25. Tripura 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 . 0 0 0 0 0
ct
26. Uttar Pradesh 29 1 0 4 .0 0 0 28 0 0 0

27. Ultaranchal 7 0 0 0 9 0 0 1 7 0 0 0 I
28. west Bengal 9 3 2 3 14 0 1 12 18 6 1
it
CD
 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 I
2t. Andaman and Nicobar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
OJ
laIands
I
30. Chandigarh 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

31. Dadra and Nagar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Haveli
J:
,..0
32. Daman and Diu 0 NR 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
~
0
33. Delhi 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
-
...
34. lakshadweep 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ...,~
35. Pondicherry 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
--
i
Total 138 6 8 114 124 9 5 76 171 24 36 46

Source : NCRB data.

VI
I
~
431 Written AnSwefS MARCH 22, 2005 to QuestIons 432

Impl.m.ntatlon of Int.rnal As••••m.nt and 80 marks for the final examination in Class
Schem. for Math IX and X.

2991. SHRI BADIGA RAMAKRISHNA Will the (c) to (e) Continuous and comprehensive evaluation,
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be which is part of infemal assessment. has already been
pleased to state: introduced upto class V. The schools are further advised
to introduce continuous and comprehenSive evaluation
(a) whether CBSE has worked out the modalities from class VI to VIII. There is already internal assessment
for implementation of the internal assessment scheme for in Science in Class X examinations conducted by CBSE.
math in class IX and X; Internal assessment in Social Studies has been
implemented in Class IX from academic year 2004-05 and
(b) if so, the details thereof;
it will be implemented in Class X from the academic year
(c) whether the Govemment propose to introduce 2005-06.
intemal assessment schemes for math's and other subject
BIFR
in all classes to reduce stress and strain of examinations;

2992. SHRI SURESH PRABHAKAR PRABHU : Will

(d) if so, the details thereof; and
the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased
(e) if not, the reasons therefor? to state:

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF (a) details on the public sector units registered with
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. BlFR till date and the BIFR recommendations regarding
FATMI) : (a) and (b) As per the information furnished by thereon;
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the Intemal
(b) whether there has been any time lag between
assessment scheme will be introduced at class IX from the
the BIFR recommendations and their implementation; and
academic year 2005-06 and at Class X from the academic
year 2006-07. The first batch of Class X students will (c) if so, the details thereon alongwith reasons for
appear in examinations under this new scheme, in delay?
March 2007. The salient features of the scheme are as
follows:- THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
(1) The CBSE has made the concept of Mathematics ELANGOVAN) : (a) Details of the cases registered with the
laboratory Compulsory in the all Its schools to Board for Industrial and Financial Reconstruction (BIFR)
facilitate effective learning of Mathematics. are given in the statement enclosed.

(2) The initiative aims to remove the fear for the (b) and (c) Time lag between BIFR recommendations
study of Mathematics from the minds of and their implementation arise on account of time taken
children through improved pedagogy, hands-on by the company in complying with the directions of BIFR,
practical skills, experiential and inter disciplinary by banks and financial institutions in sanctioning financial
Ieaming and continuous and comprehensive assistance, by State Govemments and/or concerned
evaluation. Ministry in taking view on rehllbillt~tion package and
providing comments on the finandal assistance package,
(3) 20 marks have .been allotted to intemal
and litigation over directions of BIFR.
assessment for the practical and project work
 4'33 Wrln.n An.wetS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to aue.tIon. 434

Statement

Status of sick Industries registered wffh BIFR upto 31.01.2005

SI Status Central Public Sector State Public Sector

No. Undertakings . Undertakings

1. Dismissed as Non Maintainable 09 31

2. Rehabilitation schemes approved/sanctioned 17 09

by BIFR

3. Rehabilitation schemes approved/sanctioned by 01 00

Appellate Authority for Industrial and Financial
Reconstruction (AAIFR)/Supreme Court

4. Winding up recommended to High Court 32 40

5. Dropped Net Worth + 03 01

6. Draft schemes circulated 02 00 .

7. Winding up Notice 03 03

8. Under Inquiry 13 14

9. Schemes failed and reopened 01 02

10. Pending case' remanded by AAIFR 01 02

11. Stayed Ordered by Courts 00 03

12. Declared No longer sick 06 11

13. Remanded by Court 01 01

14. Stayed by AAIFR 00 01

Total Registered· 89 118

·Under th~ovisions of the Sick Industrial Companies (Special Prov___ ). Act 1985 (SICA).

Setting up of MPC. (a) whether the main aim of Metropolitan PlaMing

Commfttee (MPCs) .. to formulate Metropolitan
2993. SHRI ASADUDDIN c.,WAISI : Will the Minister of Development Plans and help planning ProeHl to provide
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to .tate: better service. to urban population;
435 Wrltten Answers MARCH 22, 2005 · toQuestfOns 438

(b) If so, whether setting up of MPCs is a the above Amendment Act by amending their municipal
constitutional requirement under Article 243 ZE of the laws or drafting new municipal laws.
Constitution in Urban agglomerations with population more
(e) No, Sir.
t~n one million;

(f) Does not arise in view of reply to part (e)

(c) If so, the name of States who have set up such
above.
MPCs in their States;

Centre of SAl
(d) the steps taken or I:'.elng taken to ensure that
all the States set up MPCs in each Urban agglomerations
2994. DR. K.S. MANOJ : Will the Minister of YOUTH
with population of more than one million; AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:

(e) whether the Govemment proposes to amend (a) whether SAl is upgrading its training infrastructure
Article 243 ZE to secure participation of MPs and MLAs in its centres; and
in MPCs; and
(b) if so, the details thereof alongwith the names
(f) if so, the details thereof? of centres, where training is giving for swimming
particularly in Kerala?
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
NABI AZAD) : (a) The main function of the Metropolitan OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) :
Planning Committee Is to prepare a draft development plan (a) Yes, Sir.
for the metropolitan area as a whole.
(b) A list containing Status of upgradationlcreatlon
(b) Setting up of MPCs is a constitutional of Sports AuthOrity of India's sports Infrastructure during the
requirement under Article 243 ZE of the Constitution in last three years is given In enclosed statement.
every metropolitan area having a population of ten lakhs
or more. The talented sportspersona uncler SAl Schemes are.
imparted regular Swimming training in the following
(c) Maharashtra and West Bengal have setup Centres:-
MPCs in their States.
Under NATIONAL SPORTS TALENT CONTEST (NSTC)
(d) A$ per entry 5 of the State List of the Seventh Scheme.
Schedule of the Constitution "Local Govemment" is a State
subject. Hence, It is for the States to ensure Implementation (i) St. Joshope Indian HighSchool, Bangalore
of the provisions enshrined in the. Constitution (74th
(ii) Tashi Namgyal Academy, Gangtok
Amendment) Act, 1992. However, Ministry of Urban
Development has been Impressing upon the States to (iii) Bhonsla Military School, Naslk
implement all the provisions of said Amendment Act by
organizing meetings, workshops, conferences, etc. from (iv) Don Bosco High School, Guwahati
time to time. Setting up of MPCs is one of the provisions
(v) Motl Lal Nehru School of Sports, RAI (Sonepat)
of the said Amendment Act. Ministry of Urban Develclpment
has also developed a Model Municipal Law and circulated
Under 'ARMY BOYS SPORTS COMpANY (ABSC)
to all States to help them implement all the provialona of
Scheme
 CHAITRA 01, 1921' (Saka) 10 Queetions

(i) MEC Centre, Bangalore (Iv) STC Guwahati

(it) BEG Centre Kirkee (Pune) (v) STC Trichur

Under SPECIAL AREA GAMES (SAG) Scheme Under CENTRE OF EXCELLECE (COX) Scheme

(i) SAH Agartala (i) Kolkata

(ii) SAG Imphal (Ii) Gandhinagar

Under SAl TRAINING CENTRE (STC) Scheme In the State of Kerala, Swimming Is a regular discipline
at STC Trichur where training';Ii' 1n'ip8rt8d. In addition
(i) STC Kolkata
swimming pools are available at Dr. Shyama Prased

(Ii) STC Gandhinagar

Mukherjee Swimming Complex, New 'Delhi, Netaj! Su~hash
National Institute of Sports,. Patlala and .SAl ."'ftt.hem
(iii) STC Ponda Region Centre at Bangalore.

S""men'
Status of Sports InfrsstnJcture CreatedlUpgrsded by SAl in its Regional Centre!
Sub-Centres and SAG Centres Since 2001 Onwards .

Newly Creatadl8.lng Created Sport. Infrastructure

S.No. Name of the Facility Purpose Status of the works

2 3 4

Regional Centre, Bhopal

1. Hostel Building Accommodation for inmates Under Construction

2. Compound Wall Campus fencing -do-

3. Multipurpose Hall Indoor games -do-

4. Courts-3 Nos. Basketball -do-

5. Field 1 No. Football -do-

6. Field 1 No. Athletic Track (Cinder) and Grassy Football -do-

7. Field 1 No. Hockey Grassy with Chain Link -do-

SAG DHAR

1. Multipwpo88 Hall Indoor Games Under co~ruction

 439 wl1rtelJ AnswefS MARCH 22, 2005 to Quetllions 440

2 3 4

2. Hostel Building Accommodation Under Construction

3. Track Athletic -do-

4. Field Archery -do-

5. Compound Wan and Gate Campus fencing -do-

Su~nbW, Lucknow

1. Multipurpose Han Indoor Games Work Completed

2. Hostel Boys and Girls Accommodation (Inmate) -do-

3. Administrative Block/Fitness/Scientific Centre Main building -do-

4. Field Football Grassy -do-

5. Track Runninp (Cinder) Track -do-

6. Field Hockey Turf (Synthetic) -do-

7. Courts Grassy-2 -do-

8. Courts Clay-2 Volleyball -do-

9. Court. Clay-2 Kabaddl -do-

•
10. Court-2 Basketball (Bitumen) -do-

11. Pool Swimming -do-

Sub-Centre, Padma, Hazarlbllgh

1. Multipurpose HalVlndoor Stadium Indoor Games Under construction

2. Hostel (Boys and Girls) Accommodation (Inmate) -do-

3. Boundary Wan (Side, Main and Entrance Plaza) Campus fencing -do-

4. Fitness and Scientific Centre Fitness/Scientific Backup -do-

5. Field Football -do-

6. Track Running (Synthetic) Track

~1 Written AnswelS CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) to 0uNti0na ~2

2 3 4
.
7. Field Hockey (Grus) Under Construction

B. Court(s)-2 Nos. Volleyball -do-

9. Court(s)-2 Nos. KabaddilKho-Kho -do-

10. Court\s)-2 Nos. Basketball -do-

11. Range Archery -do-

SUb-Centre, Sonepet

1. Muhlpurpose Hall Indoor Games Work completed

Hostel (Boys and Girl!l)-90 trainees Accommodation (Inmate) -do-

2.

Campus fencing -do-

3. Boundary Wall. Main Gate

Hockey (Grassy) -do-

4. Field

Volleyball (Concrete) -do-

5. Courts-2 Nos.

Kabaddi -do-
S. Courts-2 Nt's.

Kho-Kho -do-
7 Courts-2 Nos.

Basketball -do-
B. Courts-2 Nos.

Football Under Construction

9. Field

Athletic -do-
10. Track

Swimming ·do-
11. Pool

Jogging -do-
12. Track

SAG Sundergarh

-do-
1. Medical Centre

Archery -do-
2. Field

Accommodation for inmates -do-

3. Hostel Building

Hockey -do-
4. SynthetiC Hockey Surface
443 Written. Answel5 MARCH 22. 2005 to Questions 444

2 3 4

Upgradatlon of Sports Infrastructure

Regional Centre, Kolkata

1. Hostel (50 Bedded for Boys) Campers Work completed

2. Construction of Swimming Pool Swimming/Diving Under process

3. Track (Synthetic) Athletic Track -do-

4. Floodlighting of Football Ground No.1 Football -do-

5. Replacement of Wooden Flooring of -do-

the Indoor Hall

6. Replacement of Hockey Surlace Hockey -do-

Regional Centre, Bangalora

1. Replacement of Hockey Synthetic Surlace Hockey Under process

2. 100 Bedded Hostel (Girls) Hostel -do-

STC, Medlkerl

1. Completion of Hostel Building Hostel Under process

2. Synthetic Hockey Surlace Hockey -do-

STC, Kollam

1. Completion of Girls Hostel Hostel Under construction

Regional Centre, Gandhlnagar

1. Completion of Multi-purpose Hall Indoor Games Under construction

2. Replacement of Synthetic Hockey Surlace Hockey Under process

3. Replacement of Synthetic Athletic Track Athletics -do-

4. 3 Nos. Synthetic Lawn Tennis Courts Lawn Tennis -do-

LNCPE, Trlvendrum

1. Construction of Swimming Pool Swimming Under construction

SAl Sub-Centr., Guwahatl

1. Construction of Multi-purpose Hall Indoor Games Under construction

2. Boys Hostel Hostel -do-

3. Medical-cum-Fitness Centre
 445 Written A".wets CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 446

Home.e.. People
2
2995. SHRI ANANTH KUMAR : Will the Minister of
URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION be Chandigarh 2681
pleased to 8tate:
Chhattisgarh 6214
(8) the number of homeless people living in urban
Delhi 23903
areas, State-wise;

Dadar and Nagar Haveli 210

(b) the reasons for growing increase in the number
of homeless people; and Daman and Diu 412

(c) the remedial steps proposed to be taken In that Gujarat 72095

regard?
Goa 2269
THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION Himachal Pradesh 1317
(KUMAR I SELJA) : (a) Statement showing State-wise
Haryana 23978
number of homeless people living in· urban areas, as
provided by Registrar G,neral of India is enclosed. Jharkhand 3889

(b) Ever increaSing population and migration of Jammu and Kashmir 2622
people from rural to urban areas.
Karnataka 40328
(c) It has been decided to review and revise
National Housing· and Habitat Policy, 1998 so as to Kerala 7437
accelerate supply of serviced land and housing to all
Meghalaya 183
categories particularly for the poor people. For this
purpose, . a Task Force has also been constituted. Maharashtra 104512

Star.ment Manipur 372

StatelUTs Number of Homeless People Madhva . Pradesh 61870

Living in Urban Areas
Mizoram 263
2
Nagaland 748

Andaman and Nicobar Islands 164 Orissa 11832

Andhra 'Pradesh 66837 Punjab 23409

Arunachal Pradesh 82 Pondicherry 1468

Assam 2366 Rajasthan 55361

Bihar 12730 Sikkim 58

447 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to QuNtlons 448

(b) Does not arlee.

2

(c) and (d) Some space is temporarily used by

Tamil Nadu 571.28
contractors during the construction stage. The said space

Tripura 187 is vacated on completion of the construction.

Uttar Pradesh 96642 (e) to (g) Metro network in Delhi Is being expanded
in accordance with the approved priorities for different
Uttaranchal 3935 corridors which are identified on the basis .of potential
commuter traffic. Among the places referred to in part (e)
West Bengal 90809
of the question, Safda~ung Hospital would be linked up
as part of Centrai Secretariat-Qutab Minar corridor
(Translation)
envisaged for Phase II of Delhi Metro Project.

Deihl Metro Ran Project

{English}

2996. MOHO. MUKEEM : Will the Minister of URBAN

Revision of Cost Norms of
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
Nutrition Food

(a) whether the Deihl Metro Rail Project has

2997. SHRI S.K. KHARVENTHAN : Will the Minister
caused chaos and traffic hold ups on Deihl roads;
of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
state:
(b) if so, the area occupied by Delhi Metro and
each road;
(a) whether the Supreme Court has directed the
Govemment to consider the increase of the free nutritious
(c) whether some places are being used by the
food norms from Rs. 1 per child a day to Rs. 2; and
contractors as parking/storage;

(b) If so, the action taken or being taken to

(d) If so, the details thereof and the action taken
implement the court's direction?
by the contractors as parking/storage;
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
(e) whether whereas Metro Rail is being introduced
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
to connect entire Delhi at the same time Najafgarh-
SINGH) : (a) and (b) The Supreme Court, vide its order
Deenpur-Chhawla-Bijwasan-Rangpuri-Dhaula Kuan,
dated 29.4.2004, inter-alia, directed the Union of India to
Safdarjung Hospital and Mehrauli Badarpur regions
consider revision in the norms for supply of nutritious food
are not being considered by the Govemment with this
worth Re. 1/- for every child fixed in the year 1991. In
facility;
compliance with the direction of the Supreme Court, the
(f) if so, the reasons thereof; and Government of India examined the matter and has issued
revised guideHnes, on 19.10.2004, almost doubling the
(g) the corrective steps being taken by the cost norms of supplementary nutrition.
Govemment thereon?
Unauthorised Con8tructlonl In Deihl
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVE~OPMENT (SHRI GHULAM 2998. SHRI VIJOY KRISHNA : Will the Minister of
NABI AZAD) : (a) No. Sir. URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
 Written AnswelS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 450

(a) whether the Deihl High court had directed the ELANGOVAN) : <a) to (d) A F.... Thlck cIe~ Procedure
Municipal Corporation of DelhI (MCD) to demolish for EOUs having statU8 holder oertlftcate under the Foreign
unauthorized constructions In various Pllrts of Delhi but the Trade Policy was announced vtde PublIc M)ttce No.50
MCD has tumed a blind eye towards the court's alrectlon; 2004-09 dated 24th January, 2005 which fa avallatH at
the DGFT website www.ntc.ln/eximpol. The Scheme will
(b) If ·80, the details of the court's order for
facilitate the functioning of the performing EOUs by
demolishing the unauthorized constructions together with
lowering transaction cost. The Scheme has been given
the reasons for not acting upon those orders;
effect to by the issuance of Custom Circular No. 1212006-
Cus. dated 4.3.2005 by the Department of revenue.
(c) wheth8r the Deihl High Court has again
ordered the ~Ivic agency to carty out demolitions of
IntellectUilI Property Aighta
unauthorized atnJctures and the removal of encroachments
on public land; and 3000. SHRI M.P. VEERENDRA KUMAR : Will the
Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to
(d) If 80, the reasons for not removing encroach· state:
ments from public land/green areas' in Deihl?
(a) the details of recommendations of the
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND Pharmaceutical Research and Development Committee
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM established in 1999 under the Chairmanship of Dr. R.K.
NABI AZAD) : (8) to (d) The Information is being collected Mlishelkar, Director General, CSIR on the IPR related
and win be laid on the Table of the Sabha. issues and Identification of such Issue. of research in the
country;
Cuatom CI.....nce

(b) whether the committee emphasized the need to

2999. SHRI RAYAPATI SAMBASIVA RAO :
amend Section 2(1)(1) of the Indian Patents Act, 1970 to
SHRI P. KARUNAKARAN :
make new Chemical Entity (NCE)/New Medical Entity
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be (NME) only to be patentable; and

pleased to state:
(c) if so, the steps taken to Incorporate this
(a) whether Fast Track clearance scheme has been recommendation in the proposed Patents (Amendment)

implemented to expedite customs clearances to qualified Bill?

EOU units;
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINtSTRY OF

(b) If so, whether the scheme has been Incorporated COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.

in exim policy 2002·07 or it would be notified separately; ELANGOVAN): (a) to (c) The Ministry of Chemicala and
Fertilizers, Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals
(c) if so, extent to whiCh this fast track clearance set up a Pharmaceutical Research and Development
scheme wiU be helpful to the exporters; and . Committee with a view to recommend measures to
strengthen the research and development capablNty of the
(d) by when it IS likely to be announced and
pharmaceutical industry in the country and to Identify the
Implemented?
scope required by Indian pharmaceutical companies te
undertake domestic Rand D. The Terms of Refentnce of
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
the Committee were as under.
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E. V.K.S.
451 Written An~welS MARCH 22, 2005 to QueetIons 452

(i) To apprai8e the current status of RandO In contemplating to resettle ~ of Jhuggi Clusters
the Indian pharmaceUtIcal sector and to suggest In C8p1ta1 Deihl in a Planned manner within a set time
measures to boost It in the context of drug price frame;
control regime and changes in the lawe, on
(b) if so, the detalls thereof and the amount of
Intellectual property rights.
expenditure likely to be Incurred on the action plan;
(ii) To suggest new and innovative fiscal and non-
fiscal measures for boosting Rand 0 in (c) ,whether the land has been allotted by the DDA

pharmaceutical sector; and or the proposal is stili under consideration;

(iii) To suggest mechanisms for establishing organic (d) if so, the reasons for delay;

linkages between private sector and govemment

(e) whether the DDA has resettled, certain }hu9gi
organisationallaboratories/universities with a
clusters in Delhi during the last three years; and
view to synchronizing and synergising national
Rand 0 effo{ts in pharmaceuticals. (f) If so, the details thereof and the amount spent
on their resettlement; year-wlse?
In respect of Intellectual Property Rights, the Committee
has suggested that a higher level of innovation and IPR THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
management coupled with strategic manufacturing and MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
aggressive marketing will largely determine Indian pharm.' NABI AZAD) : (a) to (d) The draft Master Plan of Delhi
industry's future. Specific measures for strengthening the (MPD)-2021 prepared by DDA envisages amelioration of
IPR system with action points for the Govemment, judiciary existing slum and jhuggie clusters through a judicious mix
and the legal system, industry, Sand T and ~ucational
of relocation and In situ development. As the MPO-2021
system have been suggested. Some suggestions for is at draft stage, no estimate of expenditure or land
enacting a TRIPs compatible IPR legislation, which allotment have been prepared.
protects the interest of the consumers and a~lows a
platform for the growth of Indian pharma industry, have also (e) and (f) DDA has reported that 51 jhuggie clusters
been made. have been removed and 18751 jhuggie dwellers have
been relocated during the last three years. Approximately
In respect of Patents, the Committee has recommended
an amount of Rs. 82.50 crore has been spent on, their
enactment of a TRIPS compatible IPR legislation, which
resettlement.
at the same time protects the interest of consumers and
allows a platform tor the growthof'lndlan pharma Industry Import of Palm 011
and also suggested that product patent should be granted
in India for New Chemical Entity, including' new .chemical 3002.' SHRIMATI ANURADHA CHOUDHARY :
molecules and new chemical formulations only. SHRI .MUNSHI RAM :
SHRI MOHO. TAHIR :
{Translation}
Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
AeMttlement of Jhuggl CI_ere In o.thl pleased to state:

3001. SHRI RAMDAS ATHAWALE : Will the Minister (,) whether the Govemment has modified the rules
of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state: conceming import of crude palm 011;'

<a) wh,ther the Delhi Development authority is (b) if so, the details thereof;
 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Qu,,,,.-
(0) whether the Government ... I'8CIlwd any (a) the aim and objectivee of National Service
complaint against edible 011 Importers evading custom duty Scheme;
on refined palm 011;
(b) the name of innovative programmes under·
(d) If so, the details thereof and aottons taken by
taken by the National Service Scheme volunteers during
the Government thereon;"
the last three years and thereafter, State-wise and year·
(e) the namet of the countries from where matt of wiae;
the palm oil is imported; and
(c) the number of volunteers of National Service
(f) the quantum of 011 imported dUring the year Scheme at present, State-wise; and
2004·051
(d) the atepe takanlbeing taken by the Government
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
to involve National ServIce Scheme voIunteera during
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (S"HRI E.V.K.S.
natural calamities?
ELANGOVAN): (a) and (b) The Central Govt. has revised
range of carotenoid content from 500 mg/kg-2500mglkg THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
to 250 mglkg-25oo mglkg and acid val~e from 2 to 4 for OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) :
crude palm oil for being eligible for the custom duty of 80%.
(a) The aim of National Service Scheme is to develop the
This, however, will be subject to actual user condition i.e.
personality of the student youth through community service.
for manufacturers of refined oil, refined palmolein,
The main objectives of the scheme are .. under:·
vanaspati, bakery shortening or inter·esterified fats only.

(i) to understand the community in which they

(c) and (d) Govt. has not received any specific
work;
complaint during the last one year against edible oil
importers evading customs duty on refined palm oil.
(Ii) to understand themselves in relation to their
(e) The import of Palm 011 is mainly from Malaysia community;
and Indonesia.
(III) to identify the needs and problems of the
(f) Details of import of Palm oil during 2004-05 community and involve them in problem solving
(April 2004-0ctober 2004 as per data given by DGCI and process;
S is given in the table given below:·
(iv) to develop among themselves a sense of social
Name of the item Quantity Value and civic responsibility;
(in thousand kgs) (in Rs. lakhs)
(v) to utilise their knowledge in finding a practical
Palm Oil 1973757.40 469937.26 solution to individual and community problems;

(English] (vi) to develop competence for group living and

sharing of responsibilities;
NatIonal Service Scheme

(vii) to gain s~ills in mobilising community

3003. SHRI S.D. MANDLIK :
participa~ion;
SHRI KIRTI VA ROHAN SINGH :

Will the Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be (viii) to acquire leadership qualities and democratic

pleased to state: attitude;

 MARCH 22, 2006 to au.tIon, 456

(he) to develop capacity to meet emergenciee and (d) National Service Scheme (NSS) has always
natural disasters; and played a me;or role In providing relief, reecue and
ualetance In rehabilttatlon work fonowing any natural
(x) to practice National Integration and SocIal
Calamity. During land ,'Id98 in North Eastem region or In
Harmony.
the State of Uttaranchal, Earthquake df Gujarat (Shuj) or
(b) Though state-wise ·list is not maintained, Maharuhtra (Latur), Super Cyclone In OrIssa and Tsunami
however, statement-I showing major Innovative programmes In the UTelSh1t88 of Andaman and Nicobar I~Jands, Tamil
undertaken by different States under the National' Service Nadu, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh, NBS volunteers have
Scheme during the last three years and thereafter, Is shown commendable performance In relief and
enclosed. rehabilitation work. At National level, efforts are made to
i~rt training to the NSS key functionaries also In
(c) Statement-tl showing the number of volunteers
of National Service Scheme, for 2004-05 (upto December- providing relief, rescue and assistance In rehablHtation

2004) Is enclosed. work during Natural Calamities.

Statement-'

Innovative Programmes Undertaken by NSS during 2001·2002

Name of the State Innovative Activities Undertaken

Kamataka 1. Legal literacy and Legal Aid Campaign and seminars for the general public and
elected members of Gram Panchayats were organised by Mysore University at
Manclya on 22.09.2001 and 10th November, 2001, and Duddabyadarahall on
2·9 November, 2001 and at Srirangapatna on 7th October, 2001.

2. Rural based longitudinal health programme was organised for two year in
collaboration with All India Institute of Speech and Hearing on the Theme !)f
"Increase Your Years by Caring For Your Ears" in 7 villages of Yelwal Panchayat
(Mysore DisH).

Tamil Nadu 1. Awareness programme was organised by Madras University to spread awareness
on the problems of Mentally Retarded and the special training for these groups
at Chennal on 8th December. 2002.

2. Special survey was conducted by 29 NSS units to assess the general health status
of the students of special education Institutions.

Chandigarh 1. Deepening of Sukhna Lake at Chandigarh was undertaken by NSS Volunteers

of Punjab University in which more than 84.000 eft silt were taken out.
457
CHNTRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to au.tlons 458

Innovative Programmes Undet1aken by NSS during 2002-2003

Andhra Pradesh Technology Transfer to villages programme was undertaken by Acharya NG Ranoa
Agricuhural University, Andhra Pradesh in which 300 technologies were demonstrated
In 30 villages.

Kerala 15 lakhs of saplings were planted by 1,10,000 NSS Volunteers on 9th August, 2002
within 2 hours I.e. 9.00 AM to 11.00 AM through out the state of Kerala.

Maharashtra 2880 Bandharas (Earthen Dams) were constructed and 506 Kms of kuchha road were
re-constructedlrepalred through 1152 NSS Special Camps In the state.

Madhya Pradesh 1. 5298 poor students In 123 Institutions were benefited from the Book Bank and
Book Assistance programme which is run by NSS with donation of books and
reading materials from senior students and teachers.

2. Craft Mela for the Disabled was organised by NSS Unit Aanl Suganl Devl College
at Indore In which the art and crafts were prepared by the disables and these
were exhibited and SOld.

3. At Barthun, Distt Neemuch, a new pond was constructed by the NSS volunteers
of Vlkram University, Ulialn and It was evaluated by the Aural Engineering Services
Department costing As. 1,28,000/-.

Chhattisgarh Govt. College, AaJnandgaon organised medicinal plantation and conduct programmes
for promotion of herbal gardening.

Innovative Programmes Undertaken by NSS during 2003-2004

Andhra Pradesh A sub-surface dyke was constructed by the NSS volunteers at Peecharia village in
Dharmsagar mandai of Warangal Distt.

Karnataka NSS has taken up the upkeep of 1500 monuments in collaboration with State
Archeology Department. The maintenance and cleaning of theM monuments are been
assigned to the nearby institutions.

Tamil Nadu 1. Aural Water Supply Operation and Maintenance Awareness Programmes was
organised in 60 viUages in Cuddaiore Distt. in collaboration with TWAD Board,
Cuddalore in Keerapalayam, Mel Bhubanglri, Kattumanur Koli, Kumartchi and
Parangipettl Blocks.

2. Counselling and Career Training tor failed .tuden.. of 10th and 12th standard
wat organised by Madras Uniwrsity.
459 Written AnswelS MARCH 22, 2005 480

Chandigarh Peace City Chandlgarh campaign is launched on 2nd October 2004 involving NSS
Volunteers from 41 Senior Secondary Schools. The volunteers adopt one family each
and they propagate the m8S88g8 of peace and harmony.

Maharashtra State level Briksha Dindi (Plantation Rally) and Swachhata Abhiyan organised during
the Alandl.Pandharpur Warkari Dindi. From 12·29 June, 2004.

Orissa Skit and slogan competition on Leprosy eradication was organised by Utkal University
at Bhubanswar on 8th February, 2004 during the Anti Leprosy Week.

Kerala (1) NSS Rail Swachhata Abhiyan has been undertaken In association with Southem
Railways in which 98 stations are adopted for a year long project. 35000 NSS
Volunteers have been associated with this project.

(2) Legal Literacy for GlrI$ Is organised in collaboration with Kerala High Court
benefiting 100 girl students.

(3) 33 Pucca houses were built by NSS Volunteers and donated to the needy in the
village.

Innovative Programmes Undertaken by NSS during 2004·2005

Assam Seminar on Thalassemia Syndrome Awareness and Genetic Counselling was organised
in the month of September by LCB College, Guwahati.

Mizoram Extensive cleariliness programmt. with activities like plantation, construction of water
closets in community and free clinics for the children were organised throughout the
State by the NSS units.

Kerala Seminar on Life Skill Development was organised on 5·7 November, 2004 by Malabar
Christian College, Calicut.

Karnataka 1. State level Seminar on Youth and Gandhij!'s thought was organised on 17·18
February, 2005 exclusively for girls by the State Women's University, Bijapur.

2. NSS Youth Festival and campaign for youth for preservation of historical
monuments was organised at Hampi from 19·25 December, 2004 in collaboration
with Archeological Survey of India.

3. Blo diversity expedition was organised from 2nd·19th June, 2004 by Bangalore
University in collaboration with Singapore Environmental Council to create
awaraness programme on Bio diversity.

Tamil Nadu Inter Polytechnic Career Guidance was organised at Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai,
Perundural and Slvagnagal on 3rd, 10th, 14th and 19th February, 2005 respectively.
 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) .482

2 3 4

Number of NSS volunteers (State-wise)

Arunachal Pradesh 2700
as on 31.12.2004

Manlpur 8025
S. Name of the Name of State/ Enrolment
No. Regional Centre UT Mizoram 15750

2 3 4 NagaJand 3600

Meghalaya 9412
1. Ahmedabad Gujarat 117000
Trlpura 13200
Dadar and Nagar 445
Haveli
10. Hyderabad Andhra Pradesh 238808
Daman and Diu
11. Jaipur Rajasthan 126000
2. Bangalore Karnataka 166341
12. Lucknow Uttar Pradesh 64834
3. Bhopal Madhya Pradesh 67500
Uttaranchal 28875
Chhattisgarh 9506
13. Patne Bihar 24750
4. Bhubaneswer Orissa 85000
Jharkhand 22572
5. Calcutta West Bengal 68556
14. Pune Maharashtra 211612
Sikkim 6413
Goa 288
6. Chandigarh Punjab 82500
16. Trivandrum Kerala 110682
Himachal Pradesh 24750
Lakshadweep
Jammu and Kashmir 6750
Total 1794356
Ghandigarh 14280
/
Recruitment of Terroriem Att.ct.d
7. Chennal Tamilnadu 252189
Youth In PMF
Pondlcherry 8250
3004. SHAI ADHALRAO PATIL SHIVAJIRAO : WIH the
Andaman and Nicobar 750 Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pIeued to etate:

8. Delhi Delhi 35625 (a) whether the Govemment proposes to Increase

the percentage of recruitment of youths belonging to
Haryana 42375 terrorism affected States in Central Para Military Forces;

9. Guwahati Assam 42563 (b) If so. the details thereof;

463 wrmen AnswelS MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 464

(c) whether such move will not compel the youths and thereafter till date and how many of these cases are
of other peaceful States to Join mHltancy; and still unsolved together with the reasons thereof?

(d) if so, the steps taken by the Government to THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
protect the youths of such States for equal opportunities HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHy): (a) and (b)
in recruitment? The Government of India has issued guidelines to
the State Governments to give more focused attention
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
to Improving the administration of criminal justice
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHIPRAKASH JAISWAL) : (a) and
system and to take such measW88 as are necessary for
(b) With a view to provide more jvb opportunities to the
prevention of crime against women. The steps taken by
youth of Border States and militancy-affected areas, the
Delhi Police to check crime against women and children
recruitment scheme of constables in Central Police Forces include:-
has been revised. The revised scheme envisages
allocation of 20% of vacancies in the Border Guarding (i) establishment of a Crime Against Women
Forces to border districts under their charge and 20% of Cell;
the vacancies to Jammu and Kashmir, the North-Eastern
(il) setting up of Rape Crises Intervention Centres
States and militancy-affected districts in other States. 60%
in all the nine Police Districts;
of vacancies are to be distributed to all the States in the
country proportionately. For other Central Police Forces,
(iii) association of Women Police Officers in
40% vacancies are earmarked for Jammu and Kashmir,
investigation of raps cases;
North-Eastern States and the districts affected by militancy
in other States. (Iv) setting up of Special Courts headed by Women
judges to rape cases;
(c) and (d) No. Sir. The vacancies reserved for the
border and militancy affected areas form a small part of (v) networking with Non-Governmental
the total opportunities available to the youth in the Central Organ isatlons;
and State Governments. public and private sector
enterprises and avenues for self-employment particularly (vi) deployment of staff in plain cloths at vulnerable
in the developed regions of the Country. places;

Security for Women and Children (vii) starting of dedicated telephone helplines;

3005. SHRI PRABHUNATH SINGH : Will the Minister (viii) constitution of 'Women Mobil Team' to attend to
, of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state: distress calls from women on round-the-clock
basis;
(a) whether the Government has directed Delhi
Police to pay more attention to the security of women and (Ix) briefing of the police personnel regularly to

children in the capital; be more vigilant to prevent crime . against

children;
(b) if 80. the detafls thereof and the steps taken by
Delhi Polloe thereon; and (x) deployment of Police personnel at schools
specially to keep watch on sLtSPlcious persons
(c) the details of cases registered for causing harm at the time of opening and closing time of
to women and children in Delhi during the last three years schools;
 Wriltfm Answe,. CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 466

(xi) advising school authorities in Delhi not to allow (e) Details of crimes committed against women and
the children to go out of the school premi88S children during 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005 (upto
during school hours and to persuade the February) are given in the enclosed Statement. The
parents to educate the children not to mix-up! reasons for the cases remaining unsolved Include non-
be friendly with 'strangers and also not to accept receipt of forensic and other reports; non-identification of
any gift or eatable from any unknown person; accused; migration of the accused to other countries;
and disappearance of accused, co-accused and witnesses;
reluctance on the part of the victims to appear In the court
(xii) collection of intelligence to identify and after getting married; destruction of evidence by the victims
keep watch on gangs and persons suspected to get over the traumatic experience; 'requent adjoumments
to be involved in committing crime against and delays in trial proceedings and inadequate facHlti..
children. 'or DNA test.

St.,.,...nt

Crime against Women

Crime Head Year Number of cases against Women

Admitted Challaned Pending Untraced

Investigation

2 3 4 5 6

Dowry death 2002 135 128 6

2003 130 95 35 o
2004 126 93 32

2005 (Upto 28th February) 11 0 11 o

Rape 2002 401 376 19 6

2003 472 398 62 12

2004 533 408 124

2005 (Upto 28th February) 86 2 84 o

Molestation 2002 440 415 17 8

2003 480 385 88 7

2004 597 398 187 12

2005 (Upto 28th February) 63 5 5$ o

 467 WffffenAMWeI5 MARCH 22. 2005 0488

2 3 4 5 6

406 IPC (Dowry 2002 5 3

relatod cases)
2003 7 2 3 2

2004 12 3 9 0

2005 (Upto 28th February) 2 0 2 0

498-A IPC (Cruelty 2002 1174 731 410 33

by Husband or
2003 1204 391 809 4
In-Laws)
2004 1243 218 1024

2005 (Upt028th February) 152 0 152 0

Dowry Prohibit Act 2002 8 4 4 o·

2003 14 6 7

2004 10 3 7 0

2005 (Upto 28th February) 2 0 2 0

Kidnapping! 2002 432 197 149 86

Abduction of
2003 493 132 322 39
Women
2004 565 104 451 10

2005 (Upto 28th February) 133 132 0

Eve-teaalng 2002 976 902 61 13

2003 1599 1518 13 68

2004 2130 2040 81 9

2005 (Upto 28th February) 162 33

,
129 0

Crime 8g111nat ChIldNn

Murder 2002 38 26 4 8

2003 38 23 13 2

2004 45 33 11

2005 (Upto 28th February) 19 12 7 0

469 WIitt8n AnlwenI CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) to Oueahons 470

1 2 3 4 5 l;

Rape 2002 277 268 2 7

2003 315 296 11 8

2004 342 305 35 2

2005 (Upto 28th February) 54 7 47 0

Kidnapping! 2002 328 179 42 107

AbductIon Kidnap- 2003 367 198 93 78

ping for ransom
2004 472 132 317 23
2005 (Upto 28th February) 126 125 0

Molestation 2002 102 94 2 6

2003 117 113 3

2004 118 91 26

2005 (Upto 28th February) 11 2 9 0

Sodomy 2002 7 5 0 2
2003 18 18 0 0

2004 8 7 1 0

2005 (Upto 28th February) 2 0 2 0

Hurt 2002 37 34 0 3

2003 32 32 0 0

2004 33 27 6 0

2005 (Upto 28th February) 3 2 0

Attempt to Murder 2002 4 4 0 0

2003 6 6 0 0

2004 5 4 0

2005 (Upto 28th February) 0 0

Misc.IPC 2002 156 96 14 46

2003 131 76 11 44

2004 139 67 38 34

2005 (Upto 28th February) 31 0 31 0

471 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to· QuestIons 472

A.I.C.T.E. had decided to give up construction of Janta Flats and

construct only ltG type flats for the economically weaker
3006. SHRI B. VINOD KUMAR : section of the society:
DR. BABU RAO MEDIYAM :
(b) if so, the reasons therefor;
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state: (c) whether the Delhi Development authority is
considering to provide low cost houses to the masses;
(a) whether the Govemment has set up or propose
and
to set up an Expert Committee/Study Group to examine
the functioning of All India Council for Technical Education (d) if so, the details thereof?
(AICTE);
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFI=AIRS AND
(b) if so, the details thereof alongwlth the MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
recommendations made by the committee in this regard; NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) The Delhi Development
Authority (DDA) has reported that no such decision has
(c) if not. the reasons therefor;
been taken.

(d) whether the Government has framed any

(c) and (d) DDA continue to construct houses for
contingent plan to ensure growth of technical institutions;
economically weaker section and low income group
catagories. The draft Master Plan-2021 also proposes 50-
(e) if so, the details thereof?
55% housing to be in the category of two rooms and below
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF for the urban poor and the economically weaker sections.
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
Fencing Within 150 Vard, of Zero Une
FATMI) : (a) to (c) A committee was constituted under the
chairmanship of Prof. U.R. Rao to review the functioning
3008. SHRI IOBALAHMED SARADGI : Will the
of AICTE. The committee has made suggestions, among
Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
others, with regard to fee fixation, regulation of foreign
universities. distance education, facuity development. (a) whether the Government has given clearance
provision for women and weaker section, etc. for erecting a fence within 150 yards of the zero line with
Bangladesh ignoring stiff resistance from the authorities in
(d) and (e) The AICTE has evolved stringent norms
Dhaka;
and standards for establishment of new technical institutes.
The National Board of Accreditation has ,been set up to (b) if so, whether it was just a guid~line and not
undertake accreditation of the existing institutes. Information a treaty between the two countries;
about technical manpower requirement is disseminated to
(c) if so, whether the Govemment's decision to go-
different State Governments for perspective planning of
ahead has been resisted by the Bangladesh Govemment;
technical education.
and
Construction of LlG Flats by DDA
(d) If so, the extent the Government has been able
3007. SHRI CHANDRA BHUSHAN SINGH : Will to implement this decision?
the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN tHE MINISTRY OF
state:
HOME AFFAIRS (.SHRI S.REGUPATHY) : (a) and (b) The
<a) whether the Delhi Development Authority CODA) Government of India has decided to erect the fence within
473 Written Answers CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) 10 Qwsfions 474

0-150 yards of the international border with Bangladesh. Education does not maintain flgu.... for computer literacy
wherever unavoidable due to existence 01 habitation or in the country.
constraints of terrain. However, this decision would not
apply to areas un-demarcated or enclaves or areas under (d) to (I) The Department of Secondary and Higher
adverse possession of either country. This decision has Education has launched a revised Computer Literacy and
been communicated to the Bangladesh Government Studies in Schools (CLASS) in 2001-02 to promote
through diplomatic channel. computer literacy in schools in the country. Under the
revised CLASS Scheme, financial assistance has been
(c) and (d) No lormal objection to this decision has provided to 19 StateslUTs .ince 2001-2002, For covering
been communicated by the Bangladesh Govemment 3112 Govt. and Govt. aided school•.
diplomatica"y. A" construction agencies and BSF have
been directed to construct lencing in such areas. A new scheme titled "Inlonnation and Communication
Technology (lCT) 0 Schools", has been Introduced during
Computer Literacy Programme 2004-05. The Revised CLASS scheme has been merged
In School. in the new ICT @ Schools scheme. Under the ICT 0
Schools scheme, financial assistance would be released
3009. SHRI GURUDAS DASGUPTA
to the StateslUTs for Imparting computer education In
SHRI C.K. CHANDRAPPAN":
Government and Government-aided Secondary and Sr.
SHRI JAI PRAKASH (MOHANLAL GANJ) :
Secondary schools during the 10th Plan. Funds wi" be
Wi" the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEV- provided to States/UTs on the basis of Computer Education
ELOPMENT be pleased to state: Plans submitted by the State GovernmentslUTs, which
would be considered by the Project MonitOring and
(a) the existing computer literacy rate In the country.
Evaluation Group (PM and EG) headed by the Secretary
State-wise particularly in Uttar Pradesh;
(S and HE). PM & EG would .Iso be responsible for

(b) whether the computer literacy rate in each of ensuring the proper implementation of the scheme.

the respective State is satisfactory;

Promotion of Language.
(c) if not, measures taken by the Govemment to
3010. SHRI SUGRIB SINGH : Will the Minister
enhance the computer literacy rate in respective States
of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
and outcome thereof;
state:
(d) whether the funds allotted under Information
(a) the details of the initiatives taken by the Union
Communication Technologies Scheme for Computer Literacy
Government for promotiOl) and development of a"
Programme in schools to State Government was not
the languages listed In the Schedule VIII of the
properly used and was withdrawn the Finance Ministry;
Constitution;
(e) If so. the details thereof alongwith the reasons
(bl the details of the allocation for Centrally
therefor; and
Sponsored Schemes during the current five year plan for
(f) the measures taken by the Government to promotion of various languages and the annual outlay for
implement the scheme properly in future? 2004-05; and

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF (c) the number of Language Teachers appointed
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. under the Centrally Sponsored Schemes in various States
FArMl) : (a) to (c) The Department of Secondary and HIgher during 2004-05?
475 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to QuHtions 476

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF 2 3

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
FATMI) : (a) There are different Institutions for promotion 3. Andhra Pradesh 290
and development of Indian Languages listed in Schedule
VIII of the Constitution. They have taken various initiatives 4. Nagaland 200
for promotion and development of Languages, such as
5. Bihar 360
training of Hindi teachers' from non-Hindi speaking States;
development of Scientific and Technical Terminology in
6. Karnataka 55
Hindi and other regional languages; preparation of
bilingual dictionaries. conducting Hindi Training courses, 7. Tamil Nadu 10
etc. The recent initiatives also include Bhasha-Mandakini,
8. Uftar Pradesh 290
a language teaching and learning programme with Gyan
Darshan, developing Bangle-on-line, and Tamil-on-line, a
9. Andaman and Nicobar Islanda 5
seH-leamlng modules for Indian diaspora. Another initiative
includes Diploma in Urdu language and Computer 10. Rajasthan 45
application and Multilingual DTPs. Th~ institutes are
constantly working on new initiatives. 11. Haryana 10

(b) The outlay of Centrally Sponsored Schemes is 12. Delhi 5

as under:
13. Madhya Pradesh 15

10th Five year plan 2004-05 14. Maharashtra 1454

(outlay) (outlay)
15. Kerala 85
(i) Appointment of 4750 lakh 1600 lakh
16. West Bengal 530
Language Teachers

(ii) Development of 6500 lakh 1600 lakh 17. Gujarat 70

Sanskrit Education
18. Jharkhand 65

Besides above, amounts are also released for

Total 4180
development of Languages through various Language
Institutions.
Pen,lon Scheme to Employ.., working
(c) The State-wise details of appointment of und.r Punjab Unlv....lty
Language Teachers is as under for the year 2004-05.
3011. SHRI PAWAN KUMAR BANSAL : Will the
Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
SI.No. Name of States No. of Teachers
pleased to state:

2 3
(a) the names of Universities that do not have a
pension scheme for its employees;
1. Mizoram 491

(b) whether the Punjab University had forwarded to

2. Arunachal Pradesh 200
the Government a pension scheme for Its employees;
 477 Written Answers CHAITRA 01. 1927 (8aka) 10 ou.tIons 478

(c) if so. salient features thereof; Govemments or to the nodal agencies deligna'-d by State
Governments and not to the municipalities directly. During
(d) whether the Government has turned down the
each of the last three years and till date. no fu!'ds have
same; and
been released to Govemment of Gujarat for implementing
(e) if $0. the reasons therefor? any scheme/project in Junagarh Municipality.

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF (Translation]

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
Rehablll..tlon of Slum OWne,.
FATMI) : (a) All Central Universities have a provision for
pension schemes for employees under their respective 3013. SHRI SAJJAN KUMAR: Will the Minister of
Acts. URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:

(b) to (e) The Punjab University had. in the past twice (a) the actual numbers of slum colonies settled on
come up with proposal of introduction of a Pension the GovemmentlSemi-Gevernment land in Delhi;
Scheme for Its employees. The first such proposal which
was made in 1991 and notified in 1993. could not be (b) whether the Government is planning to

Implemented as no cut off date was provided in the rehabilitate the slum dwelle" by way of changing the land-

scheme. As a result a large number of persons who retired use and constructing multi-~toried fiats/developing plots on

several years eariier also opted to join the Scheme. the same land. instead of relocating them elsewhere; and

making it economically unviable. Thereafter. a revised

(c) If so, the configuration of this scheme and the
Pension Scheme prepared by Punjab University in 1999.
time by which the scheme Is likely to be implemented?
in supersession of its earlier Scheme. was proposed to be
made applicable to those who had retired on or after the THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
31st March. 1998. The revised Scheme was not approved
."
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (8HRI GHULAM
by the Government. NABI AZAD) : (a) Slum and JJ Department (MCD) has
reported that as per assessment made in 1994 there were
The Punjab University has now submitted a proposal
about 1080 jhuggl clusters existing on the govemmentl
for the re-introduction of The Punjab University Employeea
semi-government land scanered all over Delhi.
Pension Scheme. 1991 and with a cut off date of 1.4.2005;
the same is presently under the examination of the (b) and (c) While considering the recommendations
Govel'Tlment as a new scheme. made by the Committee set up to prepaAt a Master Plan
for making Delhi slum free. it hae been decided to explore
Amount ReluHd to Munlclpalltlea possibilities of relocating slum dwellers in multi-storeyed
tenements. DDA has been asked to prepaAt models for
3012. SHRI JASHUBHAI DHANABHAI BARAD : Will
such relocation.
the Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
state the amount released to the municipalities of various Special AgricultUl'llI Produce Scheme
States particularly in Gujarat. especially Junagadh
Municipality during each of the last three years and 3014. SHRI NARENDRA KUMAR KUSHAWAHA : Will
thereafter? the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased
to state:
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM (8) whether the government hu notified a special
NABI AZAD) : Under the Schemes administered by Ministry agriculture produce scheme ao as to increase the
of Urban Development. funds are released to the State agriculture produces;
479 Written AIJSWfIS MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 480

(b) if 80, the details thereof; (b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether the Government has any schemes to (c) whether any fresh survey of all the unauthorised
credit the export value on exporting certain special constructions have been conducted by the Government;
produces;
(d) if so, the detaiitt. thereof;
(d) if so, the percentage proposed to receive
(e) whether the Government proposea to regularize
credited thereof;
such unauthorized constructions; and
(e) whether the exporters will be permitted to
procure machinery and raw material in lieu of exports of (f) if not, the action/measures taken so far and

these items; and proposed to be taken in this regard?

(f) if so, the details thereof? THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF NABI AZAD) : (a) to (f) A survey of existing constructions
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S. in Government bungalows in Lutyens' Bungalow Zone has
ELANGOVAN) : (a) to (d) Yes, Sir. In the Foreign Trade Policy recently been carried out by joint teams of officials from
2004-09 announced on 31 st August 2004, Vishesh Krishi CPWD and Directorate of Estates. The survey was a sequel
Upaj Yojana has been introduced with an objective to to directions received from the Hon'ble High Court of Delhi.
promote export of Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers, Minor Forest
Produce and their value added products. Export of iterns The matter is sub-judice. Further necessary action will
as given in Para 3.8.2.1 of the Foreign Trade Policy 2004- be taken in due course.
09 shall qualify for Duty Credit Scrips equivalent to 5%
[Translation]
of FOB value of exports.
Doping T••t Centre.
(e) and (f) Under the scheme the Duty Credit Scrips
may be used for inputs or goods including capital goods 3016. SHRI HANSRAJ G. AHIR : Will the Minister of
provided the same are freeiy importable under ITC(HS) YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:
Classification of Export and Import Items. The detailS of a
few specific items which, however, are not permitted to be (a) whether the Government propose to open a
imported under the scheme are given in Para 3.8.3.1 of Doping Test Centre in the country after Indian Weightlifters
Foreign Trade Policy 200lI--09. being held guilty of consuming drugs during Athens
Olympics;
[English]
(b) if so, the action taken by the Government in this
Unauthorized Con.tructlons In
direction in view of forthcoming Common-Wealth games
LBZ A.... and Beijing Olympics;

3015. SHRI AKHILESH YADAV : Will the Minister of

(c) whether the required high technology Is
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
available in the country for opening Doping Teat Centre;

(a) whether the Government proposes to make a

(d) If ao, the detaUs thereof; and
comprehensive list of the unauthorized constructions
made in the Government bungalows in Lutyens' zone, (e> the number of places indentified for opening of
New Delhi; such centres?
481 Written Answers CHAITAA01, 1927 (Saka) to OUesNons 482

THE MINtSTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF have not contributed the amount collected in the name of
OVERSEAS INDIAN AFFAIRS (SHAI JAGDISH TYTlER) : Gujarst earthquake;
<a) and (b) The Government has already set up a Oope
Control Centre (DCC) under Sports Authority of India (SAl). (d) if so, the details thereof;

(c) Yes, Sir. (e) whether the Government propoIH to formulate

any policy to check the misuse of the funds collected for
(d) The DCC has .Imost all the modem equipment national calamity: and
and technology for dope testing as compared to
(f) if so, the details thereof?
the international standards. Procurement of modem
equipment and updating technology is an on-going THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
process. DCC has moved an application to the World HOME AFFAIRS (SHRi S. REGUPATHY) : (a) The NGOs
Anti-Doping Agency CNADA) for permanent accreditation. and the State Govemments do collect funds and relief
DCC has already got ISO: 9001 :2000 and ISO:IEC:17025 material in the event of caJamiti88.
certification mandatory for permanent accreditation.
The quality system of DCC fully incorporates the latest (b) The State Governments and NGOs are not

version of International Standard for Testing of Samples. required to intimate the Ministry of Home Affairs about the
funds or material collected by them and the utilization
DCC has been participating in proficiency testing in World
thereof.
Association of Anti-Doping Scientists and College of
American Pathologists which stipulates that the testing is
(c) and (d) Ministry of Finance had earlier forwarded
at par with the other laboratory international standard in the request of an NGO, which had collected funds for
the world. Gujarat earthquake, for extension of time for utilization of
funds. This Ministry had advised the Government of Gujarat
(e) This Laboratory is situated in Jawahar Lal
and the Ministry of Finance that extension of the time limit
Nehru Stadium, New Delhi.
should not be permitted and If an organization fails to
Funds Collected tor Calamity Rellet utilize the funds, then the funds should be surrendered to
the concerned State Government who may in tum spend
3017. SHRI SHIVRAJ SINGH CHOUHAN: these funds for the same purpose.
DR. LAXMINARAYAN PANDEY :
SHRI CHANDRA MANI TRIPATHI : (e) and (fl The organizations which collect fund for
calamities are required to file their accounts and or returns
Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to to the appropriate authorities where these are registered.
state: However. the Government of India is conSidering the
feasibility .. enacllng a legislation or formulating guidelines
(8) whether various NGOs and the State
in this regard.
Governments have collected funds and relief materials In
order to combat of national calamities; [English]

(b) if so, the name of the State Governments and Development of SIuml and
NGOs which collected and contributed funds for Gujarst Jhuggln In Kamatalea
earthquake;
3018. SHRI G. KARUNAKARA REDDY : Will the
(c) whether the Government has received any Minister 01 URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY
reports that severat institutions or the State Governments ALLEVIATION be pleased to state:
483 Written Answe/S MARCH 22, 2005 to Quefiions 484

(a) whether the Union Government has received gradation of the dwelling units for the alum dwellers and
any scheme from the Government of Kamataka for the to provide health and enabling urban erwironment through
development of slums and jhuggles in bigger cities of the community toilets under Nirmal Bharat Abhlyan, a
State; component of the Scheme.

(b) H 80, the details thereof: [Translation}

(c) the action taken by the Union Government for Awarding of Padm..h,.. end
the development of slums, city-wise; and Padmvlbhuahan Awards

(d) the total number of slum dwellers expected to 3019. SHRI MOHAN SINGH:
be benefited by such measures? DR. M. JAGANNATH :

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION state:
(KUMARI SEWA) : (a) and (b) The Government of
Kamataka submitted following two slum improvement (a) the names of the persons who have been
projects in March, 2001: conferred upon with award of Padmashree and
Padmvibhushan during the last three years and there-
(I) Slum Upgradation and Development Programme
after;
for 21 Class-I Cities in Kamataka.
(b) the names of the persons who have surrendered
(Ii) Integrated Slum Development Programme for
or declined to accept the award;
Bangalore City.
(c) the reasons which forced the recipients of the
(c) and (d) Slum development is a Slate subject.
award to surrender the award after acceptance;
The State Governments formulate specific plana,
programmes and schemes for development of alums In (d) whether the Government has any proposal to
various towna/cities as per their priorities and make merge the three variants of Padma awards to give honour
necessary provisions therefor, in their respective State to more persons; and
Plans. However, with a view to ameliorate the living
conditions of the slum dwellers, a programme known (e) if so, the details thereof?
as National Slum Development Programme (NSDP)
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
was launched at the National level by the Government ,
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT) (a)
in August, 1996 for the development of urban slums
in order to assist the State Governments in Slum The details .of 18Cipients of Padma Awards during the last

rrnprDvement. three years are given in the statement-I enclosed.

B~sldes a new Centrally Sponsored Scheme called (b) and (c) The names of persons who declined the

Valmiki Ambedkar Awas Yojana (VAMBAY) was launched awarda on personal predillectionlconviction, during the last

on '2.12.2001 with a view to ameliorating the conditions three years, are given in the statement-II enclosed.

0' the urban slums dwellers living below the poverty line (d) No, Sir.
who do not possess adequate shelter. The Scheme has
the primary objective to facilitafe the construction and up- (e) Does not arise.
485 Written Anawe,. CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 486

2 3
Details of Reclplsnts of Padma Awen:ts
during the last Three 'mars 19. Shri Maharajakrishna Rasgotra Padma Shushan

20. SM Mario De Miranda Padma Bhushan

SI. Name of the awardee Award conferred
No. 21. Prof. Natesan Rangabashyam Padma Shushan

2 3 22. Shri Nirmal Verma Padma Bhushen

2002 23. Dr. Prabha Atre Padma Shushan

1. Dr. Chakravarthl Rangarajan Padma Vlbhushan 24. Shrl Pravinchandra Varjlvan Padma Bhushan
Gandhi
2. Dr. (Smt.) Gangubai Hangal Padma Vlbhushan

25. Shri Ramanujam Varatharaja Padma Bhushan

3. Pandit Kishan Maharaj Padma Vibhushan
Perumal
4. Smt. Kishori Amonkar Padma Vibhushan
26. Smt. Sobha Grutu Padma Bhushan
5. Shri Soli Jehangir Sorabjee Padma Vibhushan
27. Prof. Sushantha Kumar Padma Bhushan
6. Shri Bellur Krishnamachar Padma Bhushan
Bhattacharya
Sundara Raja Iyengar
28. Prof. Vangalampalayam Padma Bhushan
7. Shrl Chandrakant Gulabrao Padma Bhushan
Chellappagounder
Borde
Kulandaiswamy
8. Shrl Faqulr Chand Kohli Padma Bhushan
29. Shri Yevgeni Petrovich Padma Bhushan
9. Shri Frank Pallone Padma Bhushan Chelyshev

10. Shri Gary Ackerman Padma Bhushan 30. Shri Zakir Hussain Padma Shushan

11. Shri Guri Ivanovich Marchuk Padma Bhushan 31. Smt. Manorama Padma Shri

12. Shri Habib Ahmed Khan Tanvir Padma Bhushan 32. Ustad Abdul Latif Khan Padma Shri

13. Major Hari Pal Singh Ahluwalia Padma Shushan Padma Shri
33. Prof. Amitav Malik
14. Shri Henning Holck Larsen Padma Bhushan
34. Dr. Anand Swarup Arya Padma Shri

15. Shri Ismail Merchant Padma Bhushan

35. Dr. Apathukatha Sivathanu Pillal Padma Shri
16. Shri Jagat Singh Mehta Padma Bhushan
36. Dr. Ashok Jhunjhunwala Padma Shrt
17. Shri Kattassery Joseph Yesudas Padma Bhushan
37. Dr. Ashok Ramchandra Kelkar Padma Shrt
18. Shri Kottayan Katankot Padma Bhushan
38. Dr. Atluri Sriman Narayana Padma Shrl
Venugopal
487 WriN8n AnSWB15 MARCH 22, 2005 to~ns 488

2 3 2 3

39. Dr. Byrana Nagappa Suresh Padma Shri 63. Shr! Madhu Mangesh Kamlk Padma Shri

40. Dr. Chaitanyamoy Ganguly Padma Shri 64. Shri Mani Ratnam Padma Shri

41. Ms. Darshana Navnitlal Jhaveri Padma StIr! 65. Smt. Mani Krishnaswami Padma Shri

42. Ms. Diana Fram Eduljl Padma Shri 86. Dr Munirathna Anandakrlahnan Padma Shri

43. Shri Dimltris C. Vellssaropoulos Padma Shri 67. Shri Muzaffer Hussain Padma Shri

44. Prof. Dorairajan Balasubramanian Padma Shri 68. Prof. Narayanaswamy Balakrishnan Padma Shri

45. Dr. Duvvur Nageshwar Reddy Padma Shri 69. Shri Navaneetham Padmanabha Padma Shri
Se!lhadri
46. Shri Fazal Mohammad Padma Shri

70. Smt. Norma Alvares Padma Shrl

47. Shri Gopal Chhotray Padma Shri

71. Prof. Padmanabhan Balaram Padma Shri

48. SM Govind Nlhalani Padma SM

72. Shri Phillips Talbot Padma Shr!

49. Dr. GullapalJi Nageswara Rao Padma Shri

73. Dr. Pradeep Kumar Chowbey Padma Shrl

50. Shri Gyan Chand Jain Padma Shri

74. Dr. Prahlad Kumar Sethi Padma Shri

51. Dr. Harsh Mahajan Padma Shri

52. Dr. Harshel Sawi Luaia Padma Shri 75. Dr Prakash Murtidhar Amte Padma Shrl

53. Shri Hirebenu Sadanada Kamath Padma Shri 76. Dr. Prakash Nanalal Kothari Padma Shri

54. Dr. Idupunganti Venkata Subba Rao Padma Shri 77. Smt. Prema Narendra Purao Padma Shri

55. Shri Jaspal Rana Padma Shri 78. Smt. Pushpa Bhuyan Padma Shri

56. Dr. Kamaljlt Singh Paul Padma Shrl 79. Smt. Raj Begum Padma Shri

57. Dr. Karimpat Mathangi Ramakrihnan Padma Shri 80. Shri Rajan Devadas Padma Shri

58. Shri Katuru Narayana Padma Shri 81. Prof. Ramanath Cowsik Padma Shri

59. Dr. Kim Yang Shik Padma Shri 82. Mrs. Saroja Valdyanathan Padma Shri

60. Dr. Kiran Martin Padma Shri 83. Dr. Satish Chandra Rai Padma Shri

61. Ms. Klran Segal Padma Shrl 84. Dr. Sivananda Rajaram Padma Shri

62. Dr. Kota Harinarayana Padma SM 85. Dr. Suresh Hariram Advani Padma Shri
488-- CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 410

2 3 2 3

86. Shri Taro Nakayama Padma Shri 10. Shri CoIuIhur Gopalan Padma BhuIhan

87. Shri Thettagudi Hariharaarama P.adma Shri 11. Shri Hart Shankar SinghanIa Padma Bhulhlft
Vinayakram
12. Shri Herbert Filcher Padma Bhushan
88. Dr. Turtapaty Kutumba Rao Padma Shri
13. Dr. Herbert Alexandrovich Padma Shu.han
89. Shri Veettikat Kunduthodiyil Padma Shri Yefremov

Madhvan Kutty
14. Shrio Jagjlt Singh Padma BhUlhan

90. Prof. Vijay Kumar Dada Padma Shri

15. Shri Jarnshyd Naorojl Godrej Padma BhUlhan

91. Dr. Vlkram Marwaha Padma Shri

16. Dr. Kantllal Hastimal Sanchetl Padma· Bhulhan

92. Shri Virendra Kumar Sharma Padma Shri 17. Shri Madurai Narayanan Krishnan Padma Bhulhan

93. Shri Vlre.h Pratap Chaudhry Padma Shri 18. Shri Narayanan Srinivasan Padrna Bhuehan

94. Pandit Viahwa Mohan Bhatt Padma Shri 19. Shri Naseeruddln Shah Padma BhU8han

95. Shri Wannakuwattawaduge Padma Shri 20. Shri Ottupulakkal Velukkuty Vijayan Padma Bhushan
Don Amardeva
21. Dr. (Kumar!) Padma Padma Bhulhan
2003 Subrahmanyam

1. Shri Bal Ram Nanda Padma Vibhushan 22. Shri Parasaran !(eaava Iyengar Padma Shushan

2. Vaid Bhrihaspati Dev Triguna Padma Vibhushan 23. Shri Prabhu Dayal Chawla Padrna Bhu.han

24. Shri Pullyur Subramanlam Padrna Bhushan

3. Shri Kazi lhendup Dorji Padma Vlbhuahan
Narayanaawamy
Kangaarpa

25. Dr. Purahotam Lal Padma Shushan

4. Smt. Sonal Manalngh Padrna Vlbhuahan

26. Prof. Rajlnder Kumar Padma Bhuahan

5. Smt. Swapnasundari Padma Bhushan

27. Shri Ram Badan Singh Padma Bhulhan

6. Shrl AmmaMur Madhava Padma Bhushan
Chakyar 28. Dr. Remeeh· Kumar Padma -BtIuIhan

7. Dr. Arcot Ramachandran Padma Bhushan 29. Dr. Shrl Krishna Joshi PacIme BhUlhan

8. Prof. Bagicha Singh Minhas Padma Bhuahan 30. Dr. Sitakant Mahapatra Padma Bhulhan

9. Shrl Ba!Mubramania R.;.m lyer Padma Bhushan 31. SM SUbtIa. Mukhopadhyay Padma Bhushan
491 MARCH 22. 2005 to OuestIons 492

2 3 2 3

32. Smt. Tee;an Bai Padma Bhushan 53. Ms. JyotilTl'loyee Sikdar Padma Shri

33. Shri ThaJlyadiparambil Vlttappa Padma BhU8han 54. Shri Kanhaya Lal Pokhrlyal Padma 8M
Ramachandra Shenoy
55. Shri Kishorebhai RatUal Zaveri Padma SM
34. Shrl Tiruvalangadu Vembu lyer Padma Bhushan
Sankaranarayanan 56. Smt. Kshetrimayum Ongbl Padma Shri
Thouranlsabi Devi
35. Shri Trlchur Valdyanatha Padma Bhushan
Ramachandran 57. Shri Mahendra Singh Sodha Padma Shri

36. Shri Umayalpuram Padma Bhushan 58. Ms. Malavika Sarukkal Padma Shrl
Kasiviewanatha Sivaraman
59. Shri Manthiram Natarajan Padma Shrl
37. Shrl Nokdenlemba Padma Shri
60. Shri Manzoor Ahtesham Padma Shri
38. Shri Aamlr Khan Padma Shrl
61. Dr. Motllal Jotwani Padma Shri
39. Dr•. Ashok Seth Pac:tma SM
62. Shri Nagarajan Vadachalam Padma Shri
40. Prof. Asok Kumar Barua
.
Padma Shri
63. Shri Nalli Kuppuswaml Chettiar Padma Shrl
41. Shri Baburao Govlndrao Shirke Padma Shrl
64. Shri Nandanoori Mukesh Kumar Padma Shri
42. Dr. Chawngthu Lalhmingliana Padma Shrl
65. Prof. Narayana Panicker Kochupiliai Padma Shri
43. Shri Danny Denzongpe Padma Shri
66. Dr. Neelakanta Ramakrishna Padma Shri
44. Dr. Francis Dore Padma Shrl Madhava Menon

45. Prof. Gopal Chandra Mitra Padma Shri 67. Shri Nemichandra Jain Padma Shri

46. Shri Gopel Purushottam Phadke Padma Shri 68. Shri Om Prakash Jain Padma Shri

47. Dr. Gyen Chandra Mishra Padma Shrl 69. Shri Pratapsinh Ganapatrao Jadhav Padma Shri

48. Prof. Jagdev Singh Guleria Padma SM 70. Dr. Pritam Singh Padma Shri

49. Dr. Jagdish Chaturvedi Padma Shrl 71. Dr. Rajagopalan Krishnan Vaidian Padma Shri

50. Shri Jahnu Barua Padma Shri 72. Smt. Rakhee Guizar Padma Shri

51. Dr. Jal Bhagwln Chowdhury Padma Shri 73. Prof. Ram Gopel Bajaj , ;Padma Shri

52 . Dr. Jal Pal Mlttal Pedma Shrl 74. SM Ramasamy Velramuthu Padma Shri
4,93 Wrlbn An,we,. CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 494

2 3 2 3

75. Ms. Ranjana Gauhar 5. Smt. Aiarmel Valli Padma Shushan

76. Prof. (Smt.) Rita Ganguly Padma Shri 6. Dr. (Lt. Gen.) Bijoy Nandan Shahl Padma Bhushan

77. Shri Sadashiv Vasantrao Gorakshkar Padma Shri 7. Just. (Reid.) Chandraehekhar Padma Bhushan
Shankar Dharmadhikari
78. Dr. Sarvagya Singh Katiyar Padma Shri
8. Dr. (Prof.) Chennamaneni Padma Bhushan
79. Pandlt Satlsh Chintaman Vyas Padma Shri Hanumantha Rao

80. Ustad Shafaat Ahmed Khan Padma Shri 9. Prof. Gopi Chand Narang Padma Bhushan

81. Shri ShaiJendra Nath Shrivastava Padma Shri 10. Prof. Govindarajan Padmanaban Padma Bhushan

82. Shri Shivram Baburao Bhoje Padma Shri 11. Late Shri Komal Kothari Padma Bhushan

83. Shrl Srinivas Venkataraghavan Padma Shri 12. Dr. Krishna Srinivas Padma Bhushan

84. Smt. Sukumari Sathyabhama Padma Shri 13. Shri Madhav Vittal Kamath Padma Bhushan

85. Shri Sundaram Ramakrishnan Padma Shrl 14. Shri Madurai Thirumalai Nambl Padma Bhushan
Seshagopalan
86. Shri Tekkatte Narayan Shanbhag Padma Shri
15. Dr. Smt. N. Rajam Padma Bhushan
87. Shri Thoguluva Meenakshi Iyengar Padma SM
Sounderarajan 16. Smt. Poornima Arvind Pakvasa Padma Bhushan

88. Shri Vadiraj Raghavendra Katti Padma Shri 17. Prof. Sardara Singh Johl Padma Bhushan

89 Smt. Verna Elizabeth Watre Ingty Padma Shri 18. Shri Soumitra Chatte~ee Padma Bhushan

90. Dr. Vijay Prakash Singh Padma Shri 19. Shri Thoppil Varghese Antony Padma Bhushan

91. Dr. Yarlagadda Lakshmi Prasad Padma Shri 20. Shri Tiruvengadam Lakshman Padma Bhushan
Sankar
2004
21. Shrf Vishnu Prabhakar Padma Shushan
1. Ms. Amrita Pritam Padma Vibhushan
22. SM Yoshiro Mori Padma Shushan
2. Prof. Jayant Vishnu Narlikar Padma Vibhushan
23. Shri A. Hariharan Padma Shri
3. Justice (Retd.) Shri Manepalli Padma Vibhushan
Narayana Reo Venkatachaliah 24. Prof. Anil Kumar Gupta Padma Shri

4. Shri Guizar Padma Bhushan 25. Smt Anju Bobby George Padma Shri
....5 MARCH 22, 2006 to DueatIons

2 3 2 3

26. $hri Anupam Kher PadrnaShri 48. Ms. KM. Beenamol -Padma Shri

27. Dr. Arun Trimbak Oabke Padma Shrl 41. Shri Kadri Gopalnath Padrna Shri

28. Dr. Ashwin Balachand Mehta Padrna Shrl SO. Shri Kanhalya Lal Sethla Pldma ·Shri

29. Prof. Asita Zamani Padma Shri 51. ShriKantibhai BaldeYbhai Patel Padma Shrl

30. Shri Aubakir Dastanuly Nilibayey Padma Shri 52. Guru KeezhpadamKumaran Nair Padma Shrl

31. SM Bal Gangadhar Samant Padrna Shrl 53. Prof. Kesaya Paniker Ayyappa Padma Shrl
Paniker
32. Shrl Batchu Lutchmiah Sriniyasa Padma Shrl
Murthy
54. Shri Krishn Kanhai Padma Shri

33. Pandlt BhaJan Soporl Padma SM

55. Dr. Kudli NanJuda Ghanpathl Padma Shri

34. Shri Bharathl Rajaa Padma Shri Shankara

35. Smt. Bharati Shivaji Padma Shri 56. Dr. Kumarpal Desai Padma Shrl

36. Dr. (Smt.) Dallp Kaur Tlwana Padma Shri 57. Dr. Lalji Singh Padma Shri

37. Pt. Damodar Keshay Datar Padma Shri 58. Shrl Leeladhar Jagoodl Padma Shri

38. Dr. Devi Prasad Shetty Padma SM 59. Shri Maguni Charan Das Padma Shri

39. Shri Dilip Kumar Tirkey Padma Shri 60. Prof. Mamannamana Vijayan Padma Shri

40. Ms. Flora Isabel MacDonald Padma Shri 61. Shrl Manoranjan Das Padma Shri

41. Dr. Gopal Prasad Sinha Padma Shri 62. Kumari Meher Jehangir Banaji Padma Shri

42. Smt. Gowri Ishwaran Padma Shri 63. Shri Morup Namgial Padma Shri

43. Smt. Gurmayum Anita DeYi Padma Shri 64. Shri Nalini Ranjan Mohanty Padrna Shri

44. Prof. Hamlet Barah Ngapkynta Padma Shri 65. Shri Nampally Divakar Padma Shri

45. Shri Haridwaramaflgalam A. Padma Shri 66. Shri Neyyattinkara Vasudevan Padma Shri
Kumarvel Palanivel
67. Shri P. Parameswaran Padma Shri
46. Prof. (Dr.) Heinrich Frelherr Padma Shri
Von 91Inmcron 68. Ms. Premlata Purl Paclma Shri

47. Shri Heianam Kanhaital Padma Shri 69. Prof. Prlthvi Nath Kaula Padma Shrl
497 Wrinen AnswelS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 498

2 3 2 3

70. Shri Purshottam Oas Jalota Padma Shri 93. Dr. (Smt.) Talyana Yakovlevna Padrna Shri
Elizarenkova
71. Smt. Qu,-nie Rynjah Padma Shri
94. Dr. Tumkur Seetharamiah Prahlad Padma Shri
72. Shri Rahul Oravid Padma Shri
95. Guru Shrt Veernala J:lvaram Aao Padma Shri
73. Prof. (Dr.) Rajan Saxena Padma Shri
96, Or. Vishweshwaraiah Prakash Padma Shri
74. Prof. Aajpal Singh Sirohi Padma Shri

75. Or. A.mesh Chandra Shah Padma Shri

St.'""..n"""
List of Persons who Declined to Receive
76. Yogacharya Sadashiv Prahlad Padma Shri Awards during the last Three ",SIS
Nimbalkar
Vear Name of person Name of award
77. Dr. Samuel Paul Padma Shri

2002 Ms. Sitara Devi Padma Bhushan

78. Shri Satish Kumar Kaura Padma Shri

Smt. Indira Goswami Padma Shn

79. Dr. Sharad Moreshwar Hardikar Padma Shri
Shri Chandra Prasad Saikia Padma Shri
80. Smt. Sharayu Daftary Padma Shri
Shri Dipchand Savra; Gardi Padma Shri
81. Dr. Shyam Narain Panday Padma Shri
Shri Keshubh Mahindra Padma Bhushan
82. Dr. Siddhartha Mehta Padma Shri
2003 Shri Sidh Raj Dhada Padma Shushan
83. Smt. Sikkil N&tesan Neela Padma Shri
Shri Dattopant Bapu Aao Padma Bhushan
84. Smt. Slkkil Venkatraman Kunjumani Padma Shri Thengadi

85. Shri Sourav Ganguly Padma Shri 2004 NONE

86. Dr. Subhaah Chand Manchanda Padma Shri Commission for Development of
Trlba's In ST ArM.
87. Srnt. Subhaa 'Raghunathan Padma Shri
3020. SHRI HEMLAL MUAMU : Win the Minister of
88. Shri Sudhir Tailang Padma Shri TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

89. Prof. (Smt.) Sunita Jain Padma Shri (a) the number of Statutory Commissions constituted
to take care of the various prob1ems and the welfare of
90. Pandit Surinder Singh Padma Shri
the Scheduled Tribes as on date;

91, Dr, Surinder Kumar Sarna Padma Shri (b) tho details of the objectives. functions and
recommendations of these CommisSions and the action
92. Dr. Syed Shah Mohammed Hussaini Padma Shri
taken by the Government on these recommendations;
499 Written Ans~elS MARCH 22, 2006 to OuesJions 600

(c) whether a Commission relating to the Scheduled {English]

Tribes has been constituted recently under the
Cherglng Fee other then
Chairmanship of Shri Dilip Singh Bhuria:
Tuition Fee by KV,
(d) if so. the details thereof;
3021. SHRI SANAT KUMAR MANDAL : Will the
(e) whether cases of displacement of tribals and Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be
shortfall in their population have come to light in various pleased to state:
States of the country particularly in Jharkhand; and
(a) whether the Kendriya Vidyalayas are charging
(f) if so, the effective steps taken so far by the any fee other than tuition fee from the students;
Govemment in this regard?
(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons
THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER therefor;
OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION
(c) whether the. tuition fee being paid by the
(SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : (a) There is no statutory
Govemment employees refunded by the Govemment to
Commission constituted by this Ministry as on date.
their employees;
(b) Question does not arise.
(rf) if so, the fee other than tuition fee also being
(c) and (d) The Scheduled Areas and Scheduled refunded to the employees;
Tribes (SA and ST) Commission was set up under the
(e) if so, the details thereot; and
Chairmanship of Shri Dilip Singh Bhuria on July 18, 2002.
It was an eleven member Commission and its term finally
(f) If not, the reasons therefor?
ended on 17th July, 2004. The terms of reference of the
Commission are contained in the Ministry'S Order No. THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
1701418193-TD 0 dated July 18, 2002. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
FATMI) : (a) and (b) The following fees charged by Kendriya
(e) The displacement is one of the areas of concem
Vidyalaya Sangathan in addition tuitions fees:-
in various stat.. of the country. The displacement does not
directly affect the population of scheduled tribes, as a (i) Vidyalaya Vikas Nidhi (WN) at the rate of Rs.
whole. 1601- per month per student is charged by KVS
from all classes except for the Science students
(f) The Ministry of Tribal Affairs implements several
ot classes XI and XII from whom the amount is
Central Sector/Centrally Sponsored SchemesIProgrammee
being charged 0 Rs. 200/- per month per
for the socia-economic development of trlbals In all the
student to supplement the expenditure which
StateslUTs. These schemes of the Ministry relate to income
are being met out of non-plan grants being
and employment generation, infrastructure development,
sanctioned by the Govemment.
educational development and Improvement in literacy of
all the tribals. Some Schemes pertain to ensuring fair (ii) In respect of Pre-Primary classes an amount of
prices for minor forest produce and food security for the Rs. 400/- per month per stud~nt is charged from
tribals, besides the promotion of voluntary efforts in the students as these classes are run on self-
areas of tribal welfare. finanCing baSis.
501 Wrltt""A".wets CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 502

(iii) An amount of Rs. 20/- is charged per month per handicapped/mentally retarded Children). Ministry of
student from students for Computer Education Finance do not permit the refund of fees other than the
for class III onwards and Rs. 401- per student tuition fee.
per month is charged from the students who opt
Funds to NGO. for Women
for Information Technology at + 2 stage to meet
the expenditure on providing Computer
Development Scheme.
Education.
3022. SHRIMATI BHAVANA PUNDLIKRAO GAWALI :
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
(iv) An amount of Rs. 1001- per student is charged
be pleased to state:
towards cost of prospectus and admission fann
at the time of initial admission. (a) the number of Non-Govemmental Organisational
Govemment agencies have got funds under various
(v) An admission fee of Rs. 251- per student is also
schemes for Development of Women during 2003-04 and
charged from students at the time of initial
thereafter, scheme-wise: and
admission.
(b) the number of NGOs of Maharashtra have
(c) to (f) As per instructions of the Ministry of
sanctioned funds under Swadhara Scheme?
Finance. only the tuition fee being charged from the
Central Govemment employees is refunded, subject to THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
maximum amount of Rs. 501- per child per month HUMAN RESOURCE DEVelOPMENT (SHRIMATI KANTI
(Rs. 100/- per child per month in respect of physically SINGH) : (a)

SI. No. Name of the Scheme No. of NGOaIGovt. Agencies

2003-04 2004-05

1. Short Stay Home Programme 341 299 (as on 14.3.2005)

2. Working Women Hostel Scheme 48 19 (as on 16.3.2005)

3. Swawtamban (Norad) 462 396

4. Support to Training and Employment Programme 41 26 (as on 17.3.2005)

for Women (STEP)

5. Swadhar 13 55 (as on 14.3.2005)

(b) Export of Steel to Pakl."n

SI. Name of the Scheme No. of NGOaI 3023.SHRI NAVJOT SINGH SIDHU : Will the Minister
No Govt. AgenCies of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state:

2003-04 2004-05 (a) whether the Government hu received any

suggestion from Indian Steel AllIance etc. regarding export
1. Swadhar Nil Nil
of steel to Pakistan;
503 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 504

(b) is so, the details thereof; and (f) the number of the proposals under oonsideration
of the Union Government at present alongwith details
(c) the reaction of the Government thereto?
thereof and the time by which necessary funds are likely

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

to be provided as sought under these proposals;
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
(g) whether the Government has released the
ELANGOVAN): (a) to (c) No, Sir. However, One of the
instalments of the funds sanctioned by it for these schemes;
members of India Steel Alliance, Essar Steel and All India
and
Steel Re-rollers Association had proposed to Ministry of
Steel sometime last year to promote steel trade between (h) if not, the time by which the funds as sanctioned
India and Pakistan. Later, they were lukewarm to the are likely to be released?
proposal. India Steel Alliance had suggested that a
discussion with Ministry of Commerce and Industry would THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
be more helpful in the long run to ease exports to Pakistan. HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
Thereafter. India Steel Alliance or any other Association FATMI) : (a) to (h) Information in respect of the question
did not make any proposal/suggestion to Ministry of is being collected and will be placed on the Table of the
Commerce and Industry. House.

[Trans/atlon] {English]

Scheme for Higher Secondary Education Open Manhole. In DeIhl

3024. SHRI KRISHNA MURARI MOGHE : 3025. SHRI RAGHUNATH JHA : Will the Minister of
SHRI VIJAY KUMAR KHANDELWAL : HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE (a) whether the Delhi Police has registered a case
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state: of negligence against MCD officials on account of
depression of a manhole cover during the last one year
(a) the details of the Centrally sponsored schemes
and thereafter;
for higher secondary education being implemented
through the State Governments; (b) if so. the action taken by the Government
against the erring officials;
(b) whether the Union Government sanctions
grants for these schemes on yearly basis after obtaining
(c) if not. the reasons therefor; and
a proposal from the State Governments for the purpose;
(d) the reasons for not maintaining manholes to
(c) whether the grants can be sanctioned for a
ground levels?
period of five years on a single proposal;
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
(d) if so, whether the Government proposes to take
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) to (c) Yes,
a decision in this regard:
Sir. Delhi Police had registered a case on 16th December.

(e) if not, the reasons thereol and whether 2004 at Ambedkar Nagar Police Station and arrested one

sanctioning of grants for a period of five years will be person in connection with death of tw9 children due to fall
proper for these schemes. thereby saving time and labour in an open manhole. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi
involved in providing yearly 'grants: and the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi
505 wrm.n .AnswetS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) ·to au..tIoM 506

had instituted an inquiry into the incident. Based on the (b) The grants given to different States for opening
inquiry report. the services of one Beldar found to be up State Open Schools during the last three years is given
responsible for the lapse has been terminated. in Statement-II.

(d) At the time of construction of manholes, their St"emen'"

covers are kept at the level of road surface. However,
List of State Open Schools Operating
depression in the manholes occurs sometimes due to
in the Country
damaged covers, re-carpeting of road surface and defects
in masonry work. Whenever complaints of such depreSSion
SI.No. Name and Address
are received. the same are attended to expeditiously.
2
Establishment of NIOS

1. Board of School Education and Haryana

3026. SHRI DUSHYANT SINGH : Will the Minister
Open School, Bhivani (Haryana)-127021
of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
state: 2. M. P. State Open School
Shlvsji Nagar, Bhopal-462011
(a) the number of National Institute of Open
Schooling set up so far, State-wise and location-wise; 3. Rablndra Mukta Vidyalaya,
and Blkas Bhavan, (2nd Floor-East Block)
Bidhannagar, Kolkata-700091
(b) the grants sanctioned by the Govemment for
such schools during the last three years and thereafter, 4. Kamataka Open School
J.S.S. Mahavidyapeeth
State-wise?
Ramanuja Road, Mysore-570004
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
5. Directorate of Teacher Education
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
Research and Training, DPI Campus.
FATMI) : (a) National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
College Road, Nungambakkam,
is an apex organization at National level for the promotion
Chennai-600006
of Education through open distance leaming medium at
school level. It operates through institutionsischoolslNGOs 6. Punjab School Education Board
which are accredited as its Accredited Institutions! Vidya Shavano Phase-B, SAS
Accredited Vocational Institutes and Open Basic Education Nagar, Mohali-160059
agencies situated all over the country. These Accredited
7. Andhra Pradesh Open School Society
Institutions!Accredited Vocational Institutes and Open Basic
SCERT Campus, Opposite Lal Bahadur
Education agencies enroll students on behalf of NIOS, help
Shastri Stadium, Hyderabad
NIOS in dissemination of its course contents in audio-
visuaVprinted medium to its students, give educational B. Board of Secondary Education
support to students and help in conducting examinations. A/mer-305001. Ra/asthan
NIOS facilitates setting up and promotion of State Open
9. Kerala State Open School
Schools at the State level under the State Governments.
Vidya Bhavan, Poojapura,
A list of State Open Schools operating in different Slates
Tiruvananthapuram-695012
IS given In Statement-I.
507 Written Answel5 MARCH 22, 2005 to OuMions 508

2 2

10. Delhi State Open School 11. Jammu and Kashmir State Open School
Patrachar Vidyalaya Bhavan Jammu and Kashmir State Board of School
Lucknow Road, Timarpur. Delhi Education. Jammu Tavi-180005.

Statement-II

Grants Sanctioned to State Open Schools During the last Three YeslS

SLNo. Year Name of Institutions Amount

1. 2002-03 NIL

2. 2003-04 Jammu and Kashmir State Board of School Education, 5,00,000/-

Jammu Tavi-180005.

3. 2003-04 Director, Teacher Education Research and 5,00,000/-

Training, DPI Campus, Channai

4. 2003-04 Director, Rabindra Mukta Vidyalaya, 5,72,500/-

Bikas Shavan, Kolkata-700091

5. 2003·04 Punjab School Education Board, Vldya 4,00,000/-

Bhavan. SAS, Nagar, Mohall·160062 1,48,196/-

6. 2004·05 Executive Secretary, JSS, Karnataka 5,00,000/-

Open School. Mysore-04

(TranslationJ THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF

URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
Allocation of Funds under Low
(KUMARI SEWA) : (a) and (b) Funds released under
Cost Sanitation Scheme ILCS during the last three years till date are as
follows:-
3027. SHRI BRAJESH PATHAK: Will the Minister of
URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION be
2002-03 4.80 Cr.
pleased to state:
2003·04 4.80 Cr.
(a) whether any funds have been allocated to
replace dry latrines by low cost flush latrines under the 2004-05 (till date) 20.00 Cr.
Low Cost Sanitation Scheme, especially to Uttar Pradesh
So far as the State of Uttar Pradesh Is concerned. no
during each of the la8t three years till date; and
funds were released under the ILCSin the said period due
(b) if so, the details thereof; to pending utilization certificates.
509 Written An,wetS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Quntions 510

{English} (e) the time by which the recommendations of the

said Committee is likely to be Implemented?
Acqul,Hlon of Land
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
3028. SHRI BRAJA KISHORE TRIPATHY : Will the
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
Minister of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to
FATMI) : (a) to (d) Yes, Sir. The Committee has short·listed
state:
the following seven institutes as Institutions possessing

(a) whether during the previous Master Plan for the best potential among the engineering and t!§chnical

Deihl the Govemment proposed to acquire large scale of colleges in the country for upgradation to the level of

land; and IITs.

(b) if so, the detail of the land acquired during the 1. Institute of Technology, Sanaras Hindu University,

previous Master Plan for Delhi against the targets fixed Varanasi.

therein?
2. University College of Engineering combined

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND with the University College of Technology, both

MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM belonging to Osmania University. Hyderabad.

NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) Delhi Development AuthOrity

3. Bengal Engineering College, Howrah.
(DDA) have reported that during the Master Plan period
between 1981·2001, DDA acquired approximately 13,136 4. Jadavpur University's Enginetering and
hectares of land. Technology Departments

S.K. Joshi Report tor Upgradatlon 5. Zakir Hussain College of Engineering and
of Inltltutlons Technology, Aligarh Muslim University. Allgarh.

3029. SHRI BADIGA RAMAKRISHNA : 6. Andhra University College of Engineering,

SHRI KISHANBHAI V. PATEL : Vishakhapatnam; and
SHRI TATHAGATA SATPATHY :
7. Cochin University of Science and Technology,
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE Cochin.
DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
While shorttisting the above Institutes, the committee
(a) whether the S.K. Joshi Committee set up during observed that these institutions fall far below the level of
2003 has submitted its report; existing IITs in all criteria used for shortllstlng. In the light
of substantial gap between the selected colleges!
(b) if so, the detail of the recommendations made
Institutions and the IITs. the Committee was of the view
by the said Committee particular1y in regard to setting up
that it would not be correct to position these colleges
five new IITs in the country;
straight way alongside the IITs.

(c) the action taken by the Govemment on the

The Committee, therefore, suggested that before
recommendations of the Committee;
taking the final decision on their recommendations, the
(d) the names of the Institutes that can be upgraded Ministry of HRD may like to set up a small expert group
after the Implementation of the said Committee report: that would need to visit the above 7 Institutions to assess

and their suitability and also to usess, first hand, the problems
511 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to Questions 512

of transformation of these Institutions to liT like Institutes. SHRI MADAN LAL SHARMA :
The group can then also arrive at the quantum of one time SHRI KINJARAPU YERRANNAIDU
financial support needed for managing such a transformation
Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
of the Institutions in the event the Govt. decides to upgrade
state:
any of them. The Report of the Committee is under
consideration of the Govemment.
(a) whether the Govemment has set up a committee

(e) Keeping in view the complelCities of issues of experts to examine all dimensions of disaster from

involved no timeframe for acceptance of recommendations natural to nuclear;

can at present be fixed.

(b) if so, the details thereof;

ConstructIon of Va..nt KunJ

(c) whether the Committee has submitted its repert
Man by DDA
so far;

3030. SHRI VIJOY KRISHNA : Will the Minister of

(d) if so, the details of its recommendations;
URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:
(e) the follow-up action taken by the Govemment
(a) whether the Delhi Development Authority (DDA)
thereon;
is constructing Vasant Kunl Mall illegally on Ridge Land
and a water catchment area where no construction or (f) whether the existing laws of different countries
ground water withdrawal is allowed/permissible; have been examined in regard to disaster management;
and
(b) if so, the action taken/proposed to be taken
against DDA for damaging ridge/water catchment area and (g) if so, the details thereof?
to stop the construction of Mall; and
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
(c) the policy of the Government to remove illegal HOME AFFAIRS (SHAI S. AEGUPATHy) : (a) and (b) A
encroachments/constructions from green areas? High Powered Committee on Disaster Management had
been set up by the Govemment in August 1999 to look
THE MINISTER OF pARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
at various aspects of management of natural disasters. The
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
terms of reference of the Committee were modified in April,
NABI AZAD) : (a) and (b) Delhi Development Authority has
2000 to cover manmade disasters also, including nuclear
reported that the construction of the Vasant Kunj Shopping
disasters.
Mall is as per the prescribed land us~ and the auction
purchasers are required to obtain necessary. clearances (c) The Committee submitted its report in October
from Statutory Authorities before execution of the project. 2001.

(e) As and when an encroachment is noticed, the (d) The main recommendations of the Committee
concerned authorities are required to take action in related to organizational structures, institutional mechanism;
accordance with the provisions of law. mitigation and preparedness measures and response
mechanism for disasters at Central and State level; suitable
Legislation on OIsa.ter Situation
legislation for disaster management; ,establishment of a
3031. SHRI ASADUDDIN. OWAISI : National Institute of Disaster Management; integration of
SHRI ANANT GUDHE : development plans with disaster mitigation strategies;
513 Written AnSW81S CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to Questions 514

.setting up a network of Emergency Operation Centres at bodies and land are likely to be handed over to the State
National, State and District level: human resource Government?
development; preparation of disaster management plans;
upgrading/revamping of fire services and civil defence eet THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND

up; and measures for quick response and relief in case MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM

of natural and manmade disasters. NABI AZAD) : (a) to (d) Ministry of Home Affairs has
reported that it is not aware of any such request to bring
(e) The Govemment has initiated action on several cases related to local bodies and land under State
recommendations. This includes constitution of a National Government. However. Chief Minister of Delhi had written
Disaster Management Authority; enactment of a Central to the Ministry of Urban Development seeking inter-alia
legislation on disaster management: training and equipping broad consensus on various matters relating to Delhi and
of specialist response teams; setting up of a National close consultation in formulation of Master Plan of Delhi
Institute of Disaster Management; capacity building of (MPD). Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has already
engineers and architects for earthquake risk management; been instructed to interact on a regular basis with
training and orientation of Government officers in disaster Government of Delhi for ensuring proper coordination.
management; incorporation of disaster management in the Government of NCT of Delhi has also been consulted in
school curricula and at undergraduate level in engineering the process of preparation of draft MPD·2021.
and architecture courses; development of a web based
[English}
resource inventory etc.

Recruitment of Teache,.
(f) and (g) The existing laws of few countries have
been considered and a draft Disaster Management Bill,
3033. SHRI RAYAPATI SAMBASIVA RAO :
2005 has been formulated keeping in view the systemsl
SHRI AKHILESH YADAV :
mechanisms presently available in the country as also the
SHRI PK. VASUOEVAN NAIR :
vulnerability of the country to different hazards.
SHRI S.K. KHARVENTHAN :

{Translation} SHRI SUKDEO PASWAN :

SHRI T.K. HAMZA :
HamlIng Over of Local Bodle. and
SHRI RAM KRIPAL YADAV :
Land to NCT of Oahll
SHRI C.K. CHANDRAPPAN :

3032. MOHO. MUKEEM : Will the Minister of URBAN SHRI CHENGARA SURENORAN

DEVELOPMENT be pleased to stale:

Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE

(a) whether the Chief Minister of Delhi has DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:

requested the Union Government to bring the cases

(a) whether the Government has since decided to
related with local bodies and lands under the State
appoint all 1575 teachers who had cleared examination
Government;
conducted by K. V.S. through private agency during May

(b) it so, the detatllf'"ftfereof; last year;

(c) the details of action taken by the Union (b) whether all th... teach.... have been provided

Government till date; and with appointment letters as of now;

(d) the time by which the cases relatej' with local (C) if so, the details thereof;
515 wrm.n AnSwefS MARCH 22, 2005 516

(d) if not, the reaaons therefor; (a) the number of dIIItricts specially In the Adlvaal
regions of Maharashtra and other States affected by
(e) whether the Government had freezed aU these
heavy floods, and landslides during the last three years
recruitments when it found that private agency entrusted
and the extent of Ioe8 of IIvee and properties due to
with job had been selected without any tender;
this;

(f) if so, the details thereabout;

(b) whether any Central Team visited the States
affected by natural calamltlea during the laid period;
(g) whether the cornrnittee set upto look Into the
irregularities in the process of recruitment has since
(c) if so, the Stat..wi18 details of the report
submitted its report; and
presented by the such teams;

(h) if so, the findings thereof?

(d) the amount of compensation sought by State
Government including Maharashtra during the said
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A. period;

FATMI) : (a) to (d) Out of 1571 candidates, provisional

(e) whether the Central Government has released
appointment offer for an initial period of one year on
the said amount; and
contract has been given to 1551 candidates, subject to the
outcome of the reportlfinding of the inquiry committee (f) if not, the reasons therefor?
headed by Sh. S. Sathyam, Retired Secretary. In case the
period of one year expires before the completions of THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

the inquiry the provisional appointment will be renewed. HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) to (f) It is

If the inquiry up-holds the selection of candidates primarily the responsibility of the State Government

the provisional appointment will be deemed as an concerned to provide Telief to Its people affected by natural

appointment letter on a regular basis with effect from the calamltiee. The Central Government supplements the

date of joining of the incumbered. The provisional offer of efforts of the States by providing logistic and financial

appointment will be withdrawn in case the inquiry support. The relief assistance is provided under the

committee finds that the selection of candidates has not Calamity Relief Fund (CRF) and National Calamity

been carried out in accordance with the selection Contingency Fund (NCCF) achemes which are baaed on

procedure. The remaining 20 cases are being examined the recommendations of the Eleventh Finance Commission
'"
as per rules. for a five year period from 1st April. 2000 to 31st March,
2005. The States have ready availability of funds under the
(e) and (f) No, Sir. CRF to which the Central Government contributes 75 per
cent. Central assistance from NCCF Is also provided in
(g) No, Sir.
,
case the funds under CRF are Inadequate. The Ministry

(h) Does not arise. of Home Affairs in consultation with the State Governments
have also laid down the norms and guidelines for incurring
[Translation] the expenditure out of CRFINCCF. The Central Teams are
deputed wherever the assistance from NCCF is
Vlalt of Cantrlll T......
contemplated. The Central assistagce Is considered taking

3034. SHRI RAMDAS ATHAWALE : Will the Minister into account the reports of the Central Teams. the norms

of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state: and guidelines. the funds available under CRF and the
517 CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) 518

resources of the States. The fixed number of dletrIcts The details of Central aha.. of the CRF released to
specially in Adlva.i regions of Maharuhtra and other the Stales during the lot three years are given in
States affected by natural calamities was not specifically Statement-II.
mentioned by the States while seeking Central 8I8istance.
The details of State-wile. calamity-wile and year. . . The damage detlHs u available In the Ministry of
assistance released from NCCF for the last three years are Home Affairs. Stata.wi8e. year-wile for the last three years
given in Statement-I. are given in Statement-III.

Statewise details of the funds reIeIISfId from NCCF for natural c..mit.
during 2OO2-D3, 2003-D4 and 2004-D5

(As on 16.3.2005)

(Rs. in crores)

SI. States Calamity Assistance Assistance Net releases from NCCF after
No. sought by approved adjustment of funds available
State under CRF of the States

2002·03 2003·04 2004·05

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1. Andhra Pradesh

Drought 1880.00 174.61 0.00

Drought (subsidy to farmers) 45.04 13.72

Drought (freight charges) 0.47 0.47

Drought (review) 224.43 45.75 64.04

Drought 859.88 155.50 50.58

Drought (freight charges) 2.13 2.13

Cylone 367.47 30.89 0.00·

Drought 942.99 70.77 0.00·

Drought 1199.68 141.77 17.88

Tsunami Dec. 26th Dec. 05 342.67 47.19 100.00

519 MARCH 22. 2005 . 520

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Drought (review) 22.13 O.O~

Total 5592.69 914.63 59.94 116.75 117.88

2. Arunachal Pradesh

Floods 134.63 19.68 12.78

Floods 39.52 26.79

Floods/Landslides (review) 349.06 3.00 3.00

Floods 510.95 20.33 9.09

Total 994.64 82.33 12.78 29.79 9.09

3. Assam

Floods 484.19 118.34 0.00

Floods 1134.45 70.72 0.00

Floods (ad-hoc released) 1875.41 345.37 55.00

Floods 1875.41 345.37 116.87

Floods (supplementary+Oct. 04) 630.45 39.68 39.68

Total 4124.50 574.11 0.00 0.00 211.55

4. Bihar

Floods 847.72 118.68 0.00

Floods 11048.26 375.53 55.00

Floods 181.77

Drought 2312.48 162.15 162.15

Total 14208.46 656.38 0.00 0.00 398.92

5. ChhaHisgarh

Drought 880.66 92.73 45.85

521 Written ~".wel'S CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to QueatIons 522

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Drought (subsidy to farmers) 35.67 35.67

Drought (Review) 81.89 19.16 26.83

Floods 296.40 17.92 0.00

Drought 04-06 654.96 93.44 52.74

Total 1832.02 301.85 100.68 26.83 52.74

6. Gujerat

Drought 895.34 150.29 0.00

Drought (freight charges) 23.29 23.29

for GaushalaslCattle Camps 5.15

Drought (freight charges) 7.18 7.18

Floods 431.02 20.08 2008

Floods 770.05 94.04 55.00

Total 2096.41 294.88 23.29 32.41 55.00

7. Haryana

Drought 1895.98 109.65 0.00

Drought (subsidy to farmers) 34.35

For Gaushalas 2.20

1895.98 144.00 0.00 2.20 0.00

Total

8. Himachal Pradesh

Drought 155.86 39.45 9.80

Drought (subsidy to farmers) 4.05 4.05

25.67 0.20 0.30

Drought (review)

131.80 34.81 0.00

Floods

287.66 103.98 14.05 0.30 0.00

Total
 523 MARCH 22. 200S 524

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9. Jammu and Kashmir

Drought 1623.98 31.75 0.00

Avalanchetlheavy snowfaH 1617.09 125.50 50.00

Total 3241.07 157.25 0.00 0.00 05.00

10. Jharlchand

Drought 1467.25 42.06 0.00 •

Drought 928.12 139.82 12.57'

Total 2395.37 181.88 0.00' 0.00 12.57

11. Karnataka

Haiir.torm 70.50 1.69 0.00

Drought 1562.85 221.46 171.28

Drought (subsidy to farmers) 17.90 17.90

Drought (Review) 61.63 7.70 10.77

Drought 1881.55 167.81 115.86

Floods 34.77 7.54 7.54

Drought (Ad-hoc released) 2878.00 247.62 50.00

Drought 167.17 71.85

Drought (EG cash compt.) 60.45 60.45

Drought (suppl. Nutrition 20.00 14.48

Drought 1147.72 83.67 24.57

Total 7575.40 1056.94 196.88 316.47 39.05

12. Kerala

OrOugt.t 1047.08 13.57 0.00

.525 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 526

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Floods 148;32 14.11 0.00 •

Drought (original Memor.) 1358:03 48.04 0.00 •

Drought (additional Memor.) 2844.80 28.53 0.00·

Taunami Dec. 26th Dec. 05 1358.77 84.10 100.00

Drought (apl. Relief) 106.00 106.00 53.00

• 63.00

8862.10 295.35 0.00 0.00 208.00

Total

13. Madhya Pradesh

Hallstonn 80.95 4.37 0.00

Drought 2001-02 253.84 34.62 34.82

Drought 819.62 125.89 95.03

Drought (subsidy to fanners) 36.80 36.90

Drought (freight charges) 0.23 0.23

75.99 16.56 23.17

Drought (review)

128.'6 0.00
Hall8tonn

0.10 0.10
For GaushalaalCattle Camps

·f).81 0.81
For GaUihalas

201.83 '12.14 12.84

Floods

38.30 1.70
Drought 725.89

2210.09 327.85 183.34 36.72 1.70

Total

14. Maharashtra

48.40 0.00 •
Drought 500.00

153.56 15.48 0.00

RalnlFloods

1130.81 20.00 20.00

Drought
527 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005 to au.tions 528

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Drought (review) 46.50 0.00

Drought 1715.00 160.61 44.25

Drought (EGS-one time) 33.21 33.21

Drought 880.96 201.16 165.3325

7.90

Total 4780.13 525.34 20.00 77.46 173.23

15. Manipur

Floods 337.45 15.56 7.07

Total 337.45 15.56 7.07 0.00 0.00

16. Meghalaya

Floods ·212.50 12.30 6.16

Total 212.50 12.30 0.00 0.00 6.16

17. Mizoram

Floods etc. 51.15 13.29 10.68

Total 51.15 13.29 0.00 0.00 10.68

18. Nagaland

Floods/cyclonic wind 21.45 3.36 1.81

Total 21.45 3.36 0.00 0.00 1.81

19. Orissa

Floods of 2001 (Air dropping) 16.41 16.41 16.41

Drought 871.40 120.18 0.00

Drought (subsidy to farmers) 61.58 5.29

Drought (freight cha~) 0.14

Drought (review) 61.58 0.00

529 W,.." AnSwelS CHAITRA01. 1921 (Saka) to OutIertons 530

2 3 5 6 7 8

Floods 1793.05 173.34 50.00

54.43 :

Floods ,348.78 53.40 0,00

Air lifting charges for 53.44 53.44 53.44

Super Cyclone 1999·

on actual basis

Total 3083.09 539.93 21.84 104.43 53.44

20. Punjab

Drought 3529.44 125.41 0.00

Total 3529.44 125.41 0.00 '0.00 0.00

21. Rajasthan

For Gaushalas (Cattel care) 11.6&' 11.66

Drought 7519.76 207.68 0.00

Drought (subsidy to farmers) '84.92 155.68

Drought (freight charges) 7.40 7.40

Drought (review) 682.35 259.34 363.10

For GaushalaslCattJe Campa 14.48,

Drought (Composit Team) review 134.79 99.83

Drought (freight charges) 35.33 ,35.33

2378.84 332.27 108.00

Drought 04-05

9898.40 1578.40 434.08 512.14 108.00

Total

22. Slkkim

50.55 13.05 9.. 90;

FloodsIheavy rains

SO.55 13.05 0.00 0.00 9.90

Total
181 MARCH 22. 2001 532

2 3 4 5 6 7 8

23. Tamil Nadu

Drought 1545.76 228.30 109.70

Drought (8ubeldy to farmers) 23.36 23.36

Drought 268.44 82.93 116.10

Drought 2283.73 292.95 50.00

Drought 123.35

Drought 1910.58 156.84 117.27

T8unami Dec. 28th Dec. 5 4628.86 617.20 250.00

Teunaml Dec. 28th Dec. 5 367.20

Floods - Oct. 04 411.73 48.67 48.67

Total 10880.48 1625.76 215.99 289.45 783.14

24. Tripura

Flooda 76.46 8.67 0.05

Total '16.46 8.67 0.00 0;00 0.05

25. Uttar Pradesh

Drought 7539.79 481.10 237.85

Drought (aub8Idy to farmers) 72.41 72.41

For GaUlhalaa 0.98

Floods 188&.14 222.23 40.81

Drougftt 7228.10 380.94 192.10

Total 18451.03 1136.68 310.06 41.87 192.10

28. Uttar.nahal

Drought 401.81 10.82 0.00

 CHAFTRA 01. 1127 (SIIka)

2 3 4 5 8 7 8

D~ (subsidy to farmers) 3.78 0.00 •

Drought q.OO 0.00

\f

FloOdIt'landslldH lO.n 13.66 0.00 •

Drought 411.87 3.2" 000-

Tota' 881.91 31.20 0.00 0.00 0.00

Grand Total 'Ref! 'Ref' 'Ref' 'Refl 'Raft

CRF = Calamity Relief Fundi to whtch central Oovemtnent contribute 75%.

NCCF =Nationa' Ca'amlty Contingency Fund 1.•• the National FUnd.

-State Governments have unspent amount under CRF. to meet the expenditure out of IV8IfabIe funds.

, recommended for releas•.

sr..",."t." 2 3 4 5

ye.,.
St.tewise details on release of CRF during the
7. Gutarat 133.48 140.13 147.14
' ••t thfH (till date)

8. ...aryana 67.23 70.59 74.12

(Rs. In Crore)

9. Himachal Pradnh 35.88 37.75 39.64

S. State Cent...·s ahare of CRF
No. alJoeaned/released 10. Jammu and Kathmir28.86 30.30 31.82

2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 11. Jharkhand 48.88 49.22 25.84-

2 3 4 5 12. Karnataka 61.88 84.74 67.98

180.56 13. Kerala 55.80 58.38 81.30

1. Andhra Pradesh 163.77 171.96

10.96 14. Madhya Pradesh 51.78 54.39 57.10

2. Arunachal Pradesh 9.94 10.44

88.12 92.62 15. Maharashtra 129.99 138.49 143.31

3. Assam 83.92

4. Bihar 55.37 68.14 61.05 16. Manipur 4.031 O.CO- 0.00·

5. Chhattisgarh 22.72 23.85 25.03 17. Meghalaya 3.28 3.42 3.69

6. Goa 1.03 1.08 1.13 18. Mizoram 2.46 2.58 2.71

535· MARCH 22; 2005 536

2 3 4 6 2 3 4 5

19. Nagaland 1.62 1.70 1.79 26. Uttar Pradesh 120.96 127.00 133.36

20. Orissa 90.52 95.04 fMH9 27. Uttaranchal 26.76 215.10 29.50

21. Punjab 101.47 106.55 111.87 28. Weet Bengal 83.60 87.78 92.17

22. -Rajasthan 171.16 179.72 1.88.71 Total 1648.88 1721.09 1787.60

23. Slkkim 5.71 6.00 6.30

·Centre's share of CRF has not been released for want
of information relating to crediting of earlier released
24. T""iI Nadu 84.87 8~.11 ~3 ..57
funds: ~ utilisation certificate and annual report.
25. 'ripura 4.30 4.51 4.74
#Including arrears of CRF for the previous year.

S"".",.",·",
Statewise details of damage due to floods/landslides during the last three years

(Provisional)

SI.Nr. State Years

2002-03 2003·04 2004-05

lives Cattle Houses Crops lives Cattle Houses Crops lives Cattle Houses Crops
loat lost (No.) . area lost lost (No.) area lost lost (No.) area
(No.) (No.) (in lakh (No.) (No.) (in lakh (No.) (No.) (in lakh
he.) ha.) ha.)

2 3 4 5 6 7 '8 9 10 11 12 13 14

,,"
1. Andhra Pradesh 7 800

:'
2. Arunachal Pradesh 11 20 7 0.10 43 12785 2115 0.48 11 0.920

3. Assam 41 482 19827 3.30 30 '08 4641 3.82 448 2258 . 589084 80.15

4. ':Blhar 434 1380 396096 8.10 241 106 45175 6.05 73'1 2673 897421 13.95

5. . Chhattisgarh - 30 3058 44367 0.85

6 Gularat 134 1152 275'~ 139 1071 13878 1.09 171 637 30000

7. Haryana 21 766 5000 0.B1

537 Wrltt4Jn AnawelS CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to 'OuestIons 538

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

8. Himachal Pradesh 89 452 2924 0.16 3 2 92 0.58

9. Jammu and Kashmir -

10. Kamataka 29 23 4183 0.07

11. Kerals 21 2335 32 2886 0.28 139 15788

12. Madhya Pradesh 4 18 735 30511 1.27

13. Maharashtra 138 593 13466 260 977 9459 283 552 4468 1.00

14. Manipur 2 3024 0.49

15. Meghalaya 3 3 3 4913 2604

16. Mizoram 6. 2

17. Nagaland 211 0.004

60 2474 184843 4.78 7 95 0.4

18. Orissa

17 482 12434 0.28

19. Punjab

20. Rajasthan 2564 0.17

4 300
21. Sikkim

78 92 30986 1.55
22. Tamil Nadu

3 14043
23. Tripura

24. UHar Pradesh 6 15 1615 0.33 980 3304 322244 12.92 25

541 neg. 20 300 499 43 16 38

25. Uttaranellal 33 87

17584 0.26 18 11917 0.04 2 768 0.451

26. West Bengal 4

HotelllMotels, Guest Hous. In Deihl (b) the number of hotelsIMotelslGuest Houses

having their valid licences and the number of those which
303S.SHRI MUNAWAA HASSAN : Will the Minieter of do not have any licence issued from MCDINDMClDDAI
HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state: DCP (ticensing):

(a) the number of Hotels/Motels. Guest Houses (c) the total number of persons applied for
rUI'l"ing in Delhi; at present: the keenee during the last three years and thereafter
539 Written An.nll MARCH 22. 2005 to .aue.IIons 50$0

till date and the number of cases lying pending 4

2 3 5
presently;
2004 51 10 41
(d) the time by which the licences are likely to be
issued to them. 2005 (upto 7 7
17th March)
(e) whether keeping in view the forthcoming
Common Weahh Games the Govemment is now planning
[English}
for efficientlY handling and managing the intemational
crowd and players by regularizing all of these guest Poa....lon of Flat. by Group
houses; and Hou.lng Soc..._

(f) if so, the details thereof? 3036. SHRI SHAILENDRA KUMAR : Will the Minl8ter
of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleaaed to state:
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) and (b) There (a) the number of Group Housing societies of Delh~
are approximately 1075 hotels/motels/guest houses in particularty Dwarka which have applied for Pre-Occupancy
Delhi out of which 369 have valid licences issued by the Certificate from the DDA as on date alongwlth the action
Deputy Commissioner of Police (licensing) and 706 do not taken by D.D.A. thereon;
have valid licences.
(b) whether Group HOUSing Societies can hand
(c) and (d) The details of applications received for over possession of flats to their Members direct after draw
grant of licences, the number of licences Issued, the of lot without obtaining Pre-Occupancy Certificate from the
applications rejected and the applications pending are D.D.A.:
given in the enclosed statement. Grant of licences in
pending cases depends on receipt of requisite reports from (c) if 80. the details thereof alongwith the names

the concemed civic agencies. of such societies of Owarka which have atready given
possession of flats to their members Without obtaining POC
(e) No proposal to issue licences to guest houses from the D.D.A.; and
without completing the prescribed formalities IS presently
under consideration of the Govemment. (d) if not, the action taken/proposed to be taken by
the D.D.A. against such societies which have given
(f) Does not arise. possession of flats to their members without attaining Pre-
Occupancy Certificate?

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND

Year Total No. of No. of No. of MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
number of licences applications applications NABI AZAD) : (a) The Delhi Development Authority (DDA)
applications Issued rejected which are have reported that in Dwarka. 212 Co-operative Group
received pending Housing Societies applied for Provisional Oc:cupancy
Certificate/Completion Certificate. out of which. ProviSional
2 3 4 5 Occupancy Certificates have been l88ued by DOA to 148
Co-operative Group Housing SocIetie&. '
2002 65 6 22 37
(b) No. Sir. Dwelling unitslftatl can be occupted
2003 46 10 35
only after obtalOlIlg Provisional Occupancy Certificate.
641 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) to OUNtions

(c) and (d) As perpoticy, the draw of lots for the flats tea and coffee. The additional duty of excise of Re. 1 per
is held under the supervision of the representatives of the kg on tea has been withdrawn in the Union Budget for
DDA and the Registrar, Cooperative Societies (RCS) and 2005-06. A Special Tea Term loan (STTl) for the tea sector
the confirmation of the draw Is Informed to the society by was announced which envisages restructuringlrephaslng
DDA with the direction to take the completion certificate! of irregular portion of outstanding termlworklng capital
Provisional Occupancy Certificate, from the Building loans in the tea sector with repayment over 5 to 7 years
Department of DDA before handing over possession to the and a moratorium of 1 year to small tea growers and
members. Detailed information in this regard is not bought leaf factories, which Is extended on a case to case
maintained by DDA. basis for large tea growers. The STTL aJso provides for
working capital upto RI. 2 lakha at a rate not exceeding
Betterment of Plantation Sector 9% to small growers. The other measures taken to help
the tea Industry include setting up of a special fund with
3037. SHRI P. KARUNAKARAN :
collections of additional duty of excise on tea of Re. 1 per
SHRI RAVICHANDRAN SIPPIPARAI
kg during the years 2003-04 and 2004-05 for the long-

Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be term development and modernisation ot the tea plantation

pleased to state: sector, implementation ot a price subsidy scheme for

small tea growers tor a four month period from February
(a) whether the Government has taken relief to May 2004, implementation of a price sharing formula
measures to assist tea plantations which are facing between small tea growers and manufacturers of tea w.e.f.
difficulties in paying excise duty and also for non 1.4.2004. implementation of an IT based Information
availability of wot1dng capital; Dissemination Plan for the tea Industry including conversion
of manual auction centres into electronic auction centres
(b) if so. the details including the measures the
which is expected to improve the efficiency of the tea
government has takenlintend to take to assist the
purchase systems and reduce transaction time and costs
plantation sector including tea plantations; etc.
(c) whether the Government have noticed that the Measures taken to help the coffee growers include re-
import of plantation crops for the re-export without phasemenVrestructuring ot loans t~ken by the coffee
stipulating any sufficient value addition norms has growers from commercial banks by way of Special Coffee
aggravated the condition in the plantation sector; Term loan (SCll), interest subsidy to large and small
coffee growers on repayment of wortcing capital loans
(d) if so, the details thereof;
taken from financial institutions etc. Commercial banks

(e) considering the fact, will the Government have also agreed to extend crop loans upto a maximum

prescribe minimum value addition norms which should be of Rs. 50 lakhs at 9% intereat SO as to benefit the coffee
equiValent to the import duty prescribed for the same grow.... having land holding. upto 60 hectares.

commodity; and
Both Tea and Coffee Boards are also implementing

(f) If so, the steps taken in this regard? a number of developmental schemes during the 10th Five
Year Plan for enhancing productivity, quality and
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF marketability of these commodities produced In the country.
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S. Government has also reduced the Import duty on items of
ELANGOVAN): (a) and (b) Government has taken a machinery used to improve productivity and quality of tea
number of measures to help the plan1ation sector, including and coffee to an all inclusive rate of 5%.
543 Written AnSW6rs MARCH 22, 2006 to Questions 544

(c) and (d) Tea is imported mainly for the purpose of Indo-SwlaaPatent
re-export after value addition. Such imports for re-export
3039. SHRI JYOTIRADITYA M. SCINDIA : Will the
increases the price competitiveness of Indian teas in the
Minisl~r of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pieased to
intemational market besides catering to the requirements
state:
of international buyers. Import of coffee into India is very
negligible. (a) whether a Swiss Delegation headed by the
Head of Bilateral Economic Relations visited New Delhi
(e) and (f) Various measures to enforce quality on tea
recently;
imports/exports, including prescribing a minimum value
addition norm, are under active consideration of the (b) if so. whether they pressed for certain
Government. amendments to the Patents Act to bring India within the
ambit of the new regime stipulated in the Trade Related
Special package for Herbal Industry
Intellectual Property Rights Agreements of the WTO;

3038. SHRI ABDUL RASHID SHAHEEN : Will the and

Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to

(c) the specific amendments demanded by the
state:
delegation and the Government's reaction thereto?

(a) whether the Government has framed any

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
special package to set up herbal medicinal plant based COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
industry to create employment in far flung areas which are ELANGOVAN) : (8) to (c) In its visit to India in October 2004,
cut off from main cities during winter season in Jammu and the Swiss delegation was informed about the efforts made
Kashmir; by India to put in place intellectual property regime
complying with obligations under the Agreement on Trade
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS)
(c) if not, the reasons therefor'! and also the initiatives taken to modernise the intellectual
property administration. The Swiss side appreciated the
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF initiatives and expressed concerns that some Swiss
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S. companies continue to face some problems with respect
ELANGOVAN) : (a) to (c) The Government has announced to intellectual property rights in India. Subsequently, an
a New Industrial Policy and other concessions for amendment to the Patents Act. namely, the Patents
the State of Jammu and Kashmir on 14.06.2002. The (Amendment) Ordinance. 2004, effective from January
activity of "Medicinal Herbs - processing" has been 01, 2005 was promulgated on December 26, 2004 to,
included in the list of Thrust Industries of this Policy. Under inter·alia, comply with India's international obligations
the PoHcy package various concessions have been contained in the TRIPS Agreement which were due from
allowed to industrial units in the State which include January 01, 2005. This amendment introduces the product
development of industrial infrastructure, excise and patent regime in inventions relating to food, drug and
income·tax exemption and Subsidy Schemes like Central chemicals.
Capital Investment Subsidy, Central Interest Subsidy
I.C.H.R.
and Central Comprehensive Insurance Scheme. The
private entrepreneurs can take advantage of the above 3040. SHRI MAHBOOB ZA:-tEDI :
incentives. SHRI LAKSHMAN SETH :
545 Written Answe,. CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) to Questions 546

SHRI HANNAN MOLLAH : SHRI SUNIL KUMAR MAHATO :

Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVE. Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased· to
LOPMENT be pteased to state:
state:

(.) Whether the one man review committee found

(a) whether any case of violation of official
that a plan was hatched to scuttle the project "Towards
language act has come to the notice of the Govemment
Freedom"' outside the Indian Council of Historical
during the lut three ye....;
Research;

(b) If so, the details thereof:

(b) if so, wh ether ICHR wilfully fabricated lies,
ignoring the factual statements In Its annual reports; (c) whether any action has been taken by the

(c) whether the Committee was severely handl· Government against the offenders; and

capped by the disappearance of three crucial "TP fttes

(d) If not, the reasons therefor?
containing 511 pages;
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
(d) if so, whether the Committee had to rely on
HOME AFFAIRS (SHAI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT) : (a)
annual reports and minutes of various meetings and
and (b) In compliance of Official Language Resolution,
observed that the files were wilfuJly removed with some
1967 (notified on 18th J.n., 1968) adopted by the
ulterior motive; and
Parliament for doing the official wort< of the Union in Hindi,
(e) if so, the facts thereof? the Department of Otficial Language prepares an Annual
Programme in which targets are fixed for different iterne
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
of work. The achievement with respect to these targets is
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
reflected in Annual Assessment Report. In this regard
FATMI) : (8) to (e) One-man Review Committee appointed
Aa8e.sment Report for the year 2002-03 .has been I.id on
by the Govemment of India to review the work of Indian
the table of Lok Sabha on 21.7.2004. A copy of the
Council of Historical Rese.rch (ICHR), New Deihl, in Its
AIHI8ment RepoIt II fofwMIed to all MinlatrleslD8partmentl
interim report on "non-public.tIon/stopp.ge of volume. of
80 that they may take appropriate action to remove the
'Towards Freedom' Project by JCHR" has observed thet
deficiencies reflected in it.
attempts were made to "scuttle the project" through
stoppage of funds and Intenuptlon In the publication of the
(c) M per the provisions made In Rule 12 of Official
volumes. The Commltt8e has atated that It was greatly
Languages Rules 1976. it is the responsibility of
handicapped because of nOrHlv.llability of the ICHR's files
Administrative Head of the each Central Govemment Office
related to 'Towards Freedom' Project and in their absence
to ensure implementation of Official Language Act,
it had to depend on published Annual Reports of the
provisions of Official Languages Rules and orders relating
CounCil, agenda papers and minutes of the Council's
to Official Language Policy. In this" context a letter was
meeting, press clippings and articles In magazines
issued on 23.12.2004 by the then Prime Minister to the
regarding the controversy, etc.
Ministries to ensure the compliance of section 3(3) of
[Translation] Official Languag') Act and Rule 5 of Official Languages
Rules with the direction to advise in writing those officers
Violation of OffIcial Language Act
iloYho have r.eglected these provisions to refrain from this
.,., .' .
3041. SHRI HARIKEWAL PRASAD : attitude in future.
547 Written Answers MARCH 22, 2005' . ·'0 Qi/e,i/ons 548

(d) It is well considered view of the Govemment 3. M/s. Prominent Hotel :

that use of Official Language Hindi in Central Govemment
The hotel is paying the licence fee Rs.
offices be accelerated through inspiration, motivation and
21,08,040/- a suit Is pending before the lower
goodwill.
court regardingcanceliatioA of ~.
Recovery of ~,. from Hotel.
4. MIs. Taj Hotal :
3042. SHRI RAMSWAROOP KOlI : Will the Minister
The hotel is paying licence fee 0 Rs. 10.5%
of URBAN DEVELOPMENT be pleased to refer to the reply
of the annual ~r088 tum over as per agree-
to Unstarred Question No. 2303 dated December 4, 2001
ment.
and state:

(c) The present arreanl AtpQrted by NDMOare as

(a) whether the New Delhi Municipal Council has
since recovered the arrears of licence fees a10ngwith under :-

interest from the said four hotals:

MIs. CJ International HotelRs. 181.55 Orore.

(b) if $0, the details thereof;

MIs. Prominent Hotels Rs. 29.37 Crore.

(c) the arrears at present;

MIs. Tar Hotel Rs. 89.25 'lacs.·

(d) whether the NOMO'tIes got the right to cancel

(d) to (f) Yes, Sir. The licence of Prominent Hotel was
the licencea of the hotels which haYefailed to· pay their
cancelled on 1.2.1995 on account of non-payment and
licence fees even after the time limit for it has 11P'8d;
violation of t~e terms of: ~nC8. AB. per directions of
(e) if so, the details thereof: and Hon'ble High Court ,the representation of the Hotel W8$

cliapoaed on 31.3.2003 .by . the Chal~n, NOMC

(f) the details of theholels, if any, whose Ik:enoes confirming the earlier decision of NOMe.
have been cancelled due to their failUre to pay t~lICence
fees In time dui1ngthe last three yeans? [English)

THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS ,AND UanulCl'lp!s of SGPC

MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
3043.. SHRI SUKHBIR.SINGH 'SADAl.:
NABI AZAO) : {a) and (b) New DeIhl Mur*ipal Council
SHRt SUKHOEV, SfNGH· DHINOSA:
has reported the following recovery of arrears of, licence
SARDAR SUKHOEV SINGH .U6RA :
tee:-
Will .the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to
1. MIs. CJ Intemational Hotel :
stat,:

The hote1 is paYing Rs. 1 crore p.m. as per Orders

(a) whether the invaluab1e· manuscripts/ornaments
of the Hon'ble High Court and the casets'ltlil . I
etc., which were laken over by the Army and someoth&r
pending In the court. '.

Ho. :
Central Agencies during Operation Blue Star are still with

2. . MIs. SuA. Air them:

The hotel is regul8'rly paying licence f~ ·as. ~r (b) if so. the details thereof and the reasons
." ,I ,.'

agreement. therefor:
549 CHAITAA 01, 19~7 (Saka) to Questions 550

(c). wh,t""r the Government proposes to return the (b) The reasons for delay In relocating the chemical
manuscripts to theShiromanl Gurudwara Prabandhak traders Include non-payment of premium for the sites
CQm~itt" (SGPC);and allotted to them; submission or representations by some
of these traderl and pendency of a petition filed by them
. (d) if not reasons therefor?
in the High Court of Delhi in this regard.

THE MINISTEA Of STATE IN THE MlNISTAV·.OF

(c) The requisite details are given beIow:-
HOME AFFAIRS (SHAI SHAIPRAKASH JAISWALl : (a) and
(b) About 4000 documentelbooklfiles and ~
Year Number of Number of Approximate
ornaments, sliver/silver ornaments, precious stones,
incidents deaths value of
currency, coins, etc. were recOvered by .a Central Agency
of fire property lost
during the Operation' Blue .Star. All the articles and (in Rs.)
dqcuments were handed over either to the SGPC or to the
Government of Punjab except a few documents, which 2001-02 1262 6 39,73.280
were objectionable and thus destroyed and a few others
filed in the' court. 2002-03 1161 15 1.25,86,058

(c) and (d) There have been all~ations that books! 2003-04 1090 10 3,08,04,700
manuscripts which were reportedly removed by Indian
2004-18.03.05 1056 11 90,18,000
Army during Operation Blue Star in 1984 have not been
restored to the Shiromani Gurdwara Prabandhak Committee
{Translation}
(SGPC), Amritsar. The Ministry of Home Affairs has asked
the CBI toe~uire Into the whereaboUts of the allegedly Share of India In FPI
missing manu$criptslboo1<s.
3045. SHAI DANVE AAOSAHEB PATIL :
Fire Tragedy at Lal Kuan, Deihl SHAI NIKHIL KUMAR CHOUDHARY;:

3044. SHRI RAGHUNATH JHA : Will the Minister of Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be
HOME AFFAJRS' be ph~ased to state: pleased to state:

(a) whether .it wu decided after fire at La! Kuan (a> whether the share of. India in the Wor1d
that 8n units dealing in hazardous chemicals from the processed food Item market is ne~iglble despite its
Walled City will be relocated to Hotambl Kalan; being a leading country in agriculture and horticulture
sector:
(b) If so,' the reasons for the delay In relocating
them; and (b) if so, the reasons therefor; and

(c* . the detail of the fire accidents occurred. 'n (c) the concrete steps the Government proposes to

Walled· Clly alongwith Ioes luffered during the Jest IhfH take to increase share of india in the Wortd processed food

years and thereafter, ·incident-wise? . item market?

THE MINISTER OF' STATE IN THE MINISTRy OF

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : (a) Yes, Sir. It has COMMEACE AND 'INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V~K.S.
ELANGOVAN): (a) The shire of India of processed food
been decided to shift the chemical traders from the Walled
in wortd market is 8S under :-
City to ' H*mbt· KalanlNarela.
551 wrtrten Ans~tS MARCH 22, 2005 to QuestIons 552

(Value in million US $) been re-constituted vide Press Note dated 2.2.2005. The
re-constituted NIC, headed by the Prime Minister, has 140
Product Wortd India % share Members comprising of Union Ministers, Chief Ministers of
all States and Union Territories which have legislatures,
Meat and meat Products 46956 278 0.6 Leaders of National Political Parties and Regional Political
Partin, Chairpersons of National Comml8llons, Media
Cereals 59828 1643 2.8
Pefaona, EmInent Public Figures and Repf8aentatives
Vegetables and Fruits 73884 816 1.1 drawn from Business, Labour and Women.

(Source: 2002 International trade statistics Year Book UN Pension to Punnlprll v.y&llr
2004) Freedom Fighte,.

(b) Lack of Infrastructure, quality products, 3047. DR. K.S. MANOJ : Will the Minister of HOME
commercial research, good packaging, processing facUlties AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
and the unorganised nature of the food processing aector
(a) the total number of applications of the Punnapra
adversely impact processed food exports.
Vayalar Freedom fighters pending before the Government
(c) The initiatives taken by APEDA to boost export for the award of Central Swatantra Sainik Sam man
of proce88ed food products include setting up of AgrI Pension;
Export Zones, organization of buyer-seller meets,
participation in important trade fairs and publlctty. It is afao (b) the reasons for pendency;

extending incentives to exporters through its schemes for

(c) whether the Govemment il aware that it is
Infrastructure Development, Mari<et Development, Quality
difficult to get the details of their imprisonment In jail;
Development for testing of Pesticides Residue, Research
and Development and Transport Assistance. (d) if so, whether the Govemment is considering to
issue any other document In this regard;
[English}
(e) whether the Govemment considering to issue
NMlonal Integration Council
a testimony by a revenue officer (the Tehsiidar/District
3046. SHRI VIKRAMBHAI ARJANBHAI MADAM : Will Collector) as an evidence of imprisonment; and
the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:
(I) if so, the details thereof?
(a) whether the Govemment has since re-constltuted
the National Integration Council; THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT) : (a)
(b) if so, the details thereof; and and (b) As per available records In this Ministry, about
1440 advance copies of applications W8nt received, which
(c) If not, the stage at which the matter stands at
were referred to the State Govemment for vertfication. So
present?
far, reports, complete In all respects, In about 75 cues
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF have been received. About 49 cases have been accepted
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI SHRIPRAKASH JAISWAl) : (a) and about 26 cases have been rejected.
Yea, Sir.
(c) In certlln CUM, non·avallability of official
(b) and (c) The National Integration Council (NIC) has recorda hal been reported by the State Govemmentll.
553 Written Answers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 554

(d) Under the Swatantra Sainik Sam man Pension transfer seventeen tea gardens in South India to a new
Scheme, 1980, imprisonment for a period of six months private limited company by a group of its own employees;
or morels one of the efiglbllity criteria ft r grant of and
Sammen Pension. The requisite evidentiary ~uirement8
are:- (d) if so, the details thereof and the Government's
reaction thereto?
(I) Primary evidence: Certificate from the
concerned jail authority, District Magistrate or THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
the State Government, indicating the period of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
sentence awarded, date of admission, date of ELANGOVAN) : (a) to (d) As per the information available,
release and reasons of release. MIs. Tata Tea Limited has 8 freehold estates across Kerala
and Tarnil Nadu and 17 estates in the 'concession area'
(II) Secondary evIdence: In absence of such which reportedly is in the Kannan Devan Hills. The
certificate from official records, the fol/owing 'concession' area represents land given on perpetual lease
secondary evidence can be fumished; by the PoonJar Chief over 100 years ago. It has been
reported that MIs. Tata Tea propose. to arrange sale or
Non-availability of Records Certificate (NARC) from
transfer of the 8 freehold estates outside the 'concession
the concerned State Government/Union Territory
area' subject to approval of their shareholders and to
Administration.
transfer the business of the 17 estates in the 'concession
Two Co-prisoner Certificates (CPC) from freedom area' to a Private Limited Company to be formed by the
fighters who have a proven jail sUffering of minimum employees of these estates. According to -the State
one year. [In case the certifier happens to be a sitting Government of Kerala, as per the original lease deed and
MPIMLA or an Ex-MPIMLA, only one certificate Is the royal proclamation, the lessee can transfer In lease,
required]. hold right to a third person only with the permission of the
State Government.
Therefore, the Scheme already prescribes that in the
absence of primary evidence Oail certificate, etc.) a Non- EngIneering Colleges
availability of Records Certificate alongwith Co-prisoner
Certificateeare aoc:eptable.
3049. SHAI ADHALRAO PATIL SHIVAJIRAO :
SHAI JUAL ORAM :
(e) No, Sir.
Will the Minister of HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOP-
(f) Does not arise. MENT be pleased to Itate ;

Tata T.. Company (a) whether the Govemment is aware that many
professional institutes like engineering colleges have
3048. SHRIMATI D. PURANDESWARI : Will the
managed to get approval from the AICTE by showing
Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to
dummy computers, library books and journals and even
state :
fake faculty;
(a) whether the Tata Tea Company has to exit the
(b) Ii 80, the facts thereof;
Tea plantation business In South India;

(c) the names of engineering colleges affiliated to

(b) if so, the details thereof;
Indraprastha University, Delhi, Kurukshetra University,
(c) whether the Company submitted any plan to Haryana and Ch. Charan Singh University, U.P.;
555 Written AnswetS MARCH 22. 2005. ._
ta
.'
Q~ •.tipns
,1,:, ~
556

. (d) whether all these colleges have got approval

2 :
of AICTElUGC; and

2. Amity School 01 -Engg., and r.chnology

(e) If not. the details of the action taken against
management of those college? 3. Bharti Vidyapeeth's College of Engineering

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF

4. D$lhi. College of engg.
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
FATMI) : (a) and (b) According to the All India Council for 5. Engineering College for Women
Technical Education (AICTE), no technical institute has
been approved on the basis of dummy computers, library 6. Guru Premsukh Memorial College of Engg.
books etc. Further, with a view to obviate the possibility
7. Guru Teg Bahadur Institute of Technology
of malpractices on the part of institutions after the AICTE
inspection, the approval process has been revised to 8. HMR Institute' of Technology and Management
provide for coUection of information through photographs,
video CDs, thorough verification of purchase vouchers, 9. Maharaja Agrasen Inst. of Technology
stock registers, institute stamp on books, etc., simultaneous
inspection of all the programmes of an institute and 10. Maharaja Surajmal Institute

inspection of all the institutes in a geographical area on

11. National Power Training Institute
the same day by different teams. If an institute is found
to be not conforming to A1CTE norms and standards. 12. Netaji Subhash Institute of Technology
appropriate action i.e. reduced intake, no admission
category and withdrawal a approval depending upon the 13. Northern India Engineering College
nature of deficiencies, will be taken.
(8) Kurukshetra University, Haryana
(c) to (e) As per the AICTE, a list of engineering
1. Ambala College of Engg. .and Applied Re-
colleges affiliated to Guru Gobind Indraprastha University,
search, Ambala
Delhi and Kurukshetra University, Haryana and approved
by the AleTE Ie encloeed as statement. No engineering
2. Ch, Devi Lal Memorial Engg. College, SII'88
college affiliated to Ch, Charan Singh University, U.P. has
been approved by the AICTE. 3. Department of Instru. Tech., K.U.

State",.,." 4. Doon Valley Inst. of Engg. and Tech., Karnal

List of A/GTE approved Degree Engineering 5. Haryana Cdllege of lechnology and Manage-
CoIIfIgtIs sfIIIIatedto ment, Ka1thal

S.No. ' Name of the InstlttJtlon 6. Haryana Engineering College, Jagadhari

2 7. Jan Nayak Ch, Devl Lal Memorial College of

Engg .. Sirsa
(A) Guru; Goblnd
,
Singh Indrapr.eth. Unlverelty, Deihl
8. Jind Institule of, Englnee~ng and Technology,
1. Ambedkar tnstitute of Technology Jind
561 WnttenAnswets to Questions CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) Papets Laid on the Table 558

such reports ha\le been received by the Ministry ot Home

Affairs so far.
9. M.M. Engg. College, Mullana, Ambala
(c) and (d) No such allegations have been received
10. N.C. College of Engineering, Panipat so far. The Government of India has announced the "Raliv
Gandhi Rehabilitation Package tor Tsunami affected areas·
11. National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
and the affected people are entitled tor relief a, per the
norms and the package .
. 12. Seth JaJ Ptakash Mukkand Lallnst. Of Engg. and
Tech.. Radaur
(e) to (g) The NGQs are not required to intimate the

13. ~hri Krishna Inst. of Engg. and Tech., Nllokheri. Ministry of Home Affairs about the funds or material
collected by them and the utilization thereof. These

Use of Relief Material organizations are required to file their accounts and or
retums to the appropriate authorities where these are
3050. DR. M. JAGANNATH :
registered.
SHRIMATI MANORAMA MADHAVRAJ:

Will the Minister of HOME AFFAfRS be pleased to

state : 12.00 hra.

(a) whether a large portion of reUef suPPlies PAPERS LAID ON THE TABLE
especia"ygarmen~ from abroad, meant for tsunami
vi,ctims has f9und. its we.y to pavement mari<ets in Delhi [English]
and other metros;
THE MINISTER OF HUMA!"4 RESOURCE DEVELOP-
(b) if so, the steps taken by the Govemment to MENT (SHRI ARJUN SINGH) : Sir, I beg to lay on the Table
check such activities; a copy of the Detailed Demands for Grants (Hindi and
English versions) of the Ministry of Human. Resource
(c) whether the NGOs engaged in tsunami relief
DeveJopment for the year 2005-2006.
operations have .IIegedthat a maze of, bureaucratic
pl'C)Cedures for securing compensation ,have frustrated the
[Placed in Library, See No. LT-181912005]
kithancl ,kin of the victims;
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
(d) if so, the details thereof;
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GHULAM
(e) the number of private bodlesltrusts have set up NABI AZAD) : Sir, I beg to lay on the Table:-
fund collection mechanism for tsunami victims;
(1) A copy of the NotifioationNo. G.S.R. 68(E) Hindi
(f) whether the receipt' and disbursement by these end English versions) published In Gazette of
fund-raising bo~ies are .monltored/audited by the Registrar India 14th February, 2005 containing
of Charities/Charity Commissioners; and Corrigendum to the Notification No. F. 7(105)961
PB-1aate~ 7th January. 2005 j~ed under the
(g) the details in this mgal'd?
Delhi Development Act, 1957.
THE -MINI$TER OF STATE IN THE MINtSTRY OF
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRIS. REGUPATHY) : (a) and (b) No [Placed in Library. See No. U·182012OOS)
559 Papers Laid MARCH 22. 2005 on the Table 560

(2) A copy each of the following papers (Hindi and Sir, with your permission. on behalf of Shri Sunil Dutt, I
English versions) under sub-section (4) of beg to lay on the Table a copy of the Detailed Demands
section 25 of the Delhi Development Act,1957:- for Grants (Hindi and English verslona) of the Ministry of
Youth Affairs and Sports for the year 2005-2006.
(i) Annual Accounts of the Delhi Develop-
ment Authority, New Delhi, for the year [Placed In LIbrary. See No. LT-182512oo5j
1998-1999, together with Audit Report
thereon. THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF
URBAN EMPLOYMENT AND POVERTY ALLEVIATION
(ii) Annual Accounts of the Delhi Develop- (KUMARI SELJA) : Sir, I beg to lay on the Table a copy
ment Authority. New Delhi, for the year
of the Detailed Demands for Grants (Hindi and English
1999-2000. together with Audit Report
versions) of the Ministry of Urban Employment and Poverty
thereon.
Alleviation for the year 2005-2006.

(ii) Annual Accounts of the Delhi Develop-

[Placed in LIbrary, See No. LT-182612005j
ment Authority, New Delhi, for the year
2000-2001, together with Audit thereon. [Translation}

(3) Three statements (Hindi and English versions) THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
showing reasons for delay in laying the papers
HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT) : Sir,
mentioned at (2) above.
I beg to lay on the Table a copy of the Annual Assessment

[Placed in Library, S88 No. LT-1821/2005j Report (Hindi and English versions) regarding programme
for accelerating the spread and development of Hindi and
(4) A copy of the Detailed Demands for Grants its progressive use for the various official purposes of the
(Hindi and English versions) of the Ministry of Union and its implementation for the year 2003-2004.
Urban Development for the year 2005-2006.
[Placed in LIbrary. See No. LT-182712005j
[Placed in LIbrary, See No. LT-182212005j
[English}
THE MINISTER OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS AND MINISTER
OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION THE MlNISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
(SHRI P.R. KYNDIAH) : Sir, I beg to lay on the Table a copy RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND MINISTER OF STATE IN
of the Detailed Demands for Grants (Hindi and English THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRIMATI
versions) of the Ministry of Development of North Eastern SURYAKANTA PATIL) : Sir, I beg to lay on the Table a copy
Region for the year 2005-2006. of the Detailed Demands for Grants (Hindi and English
versions) of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs for the the
[Placed in Library, See No. LT-182312005j
year 2005-2006.
THE MINISTER OF LAW AND JUSTICE (SHRI H.R.
BHARDWAJ) : Sir. I beg to lay on the Table a copy of the [Placed in Library, See No. LT-182812005j

Detailed Demands for Grants (Hindi and English versions)

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
of the Ministry of Law and Justice for the year 2005-2006.
HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRI M.A.A.
[Placed in LIbrary, See No. LT-1824/2005j FATMI) : Sir, I beg to lay on the Table--

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF (1) (I) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi and
OVERSEAS INDIANS AFFAIRS (SHRI JAGDISH TYTLER) : English versions) of the Andhra Pradesh
561 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) on the rMlle 582

MahUa Samatha Society, Hyderabad, for (6) Statement (Hindi and Engliah versions) show-
the year 2002-2003, aIongwith Audited ing reasons for delay in laying the papers
Accounts. mentioned at (5) above.

(ii) Statement regarding Review (HIndi and (Placed in Library. SH No. LT-18311200S]
English versions) by the Government of
the working of the Andhra Pradesh Mahlla (7) A copy of the Annual Accounts (Hindi and

Samatha Society, Hyderabad, for the year English versions) 01 the University of Hyderabad.

2002-2003. for the year 2003-2004. together with Audit

Report thereon.
(2) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show-
Ing reasons for delay In laying the papers (8) Statement (Hindi and Engllah versions) show-

mentioned at (1) above. ing reasons for delay in laying the papers
mentioned at (7) above.
[Placed in Library, See No. LT-18291200S]
(Placed in Library. See No. LT-183212OO5j
(3) (i) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi and
(9) A copy each of the following papers (Hindi and
English versions) of the Indian Institute of
English versions) under SUb-section (1) of
Management, Lucknow, for the year 2003-
section 619A of the Companies Act, 1956:-
2004, alongwith Audited Accounts.

(i) Review by the Government of the working

(II) A copy of the Review (Hindi and English
of the Educational Consultants india
versions) by the Government of the
limited. New Delhi. for the year 2003-
working of the Indian Institute of Manage-
2004.
ment, Lucknow, for the year 2003-
2004. (ii) Annual Report of the Educational Con-
sultants india Limited, New Delhi. for the
(4) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show-
year 2003-2004. alongwith Audited Ac-
Ing reasons for delay in laying the papers
counts and comments of the Comptroller
mentioned at (3) above.
and Auditor General thereon.
[Placed in Library, See No. LT-18301200Sj
(10) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show-
(5) (i) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi and ing reasons for delay in laying the papers
English versions) of the National Institute mentioned at (9) above.
of Technical Teachers' Training and Re-
[Placed in Library, See No. LT-183312005j
search, Chandlgarh,. for the year 2003-
2004, alongwlth Audited Accounts. (11) (i) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi and
English versions) of the Indian Institute of
(ii) A copy of the Review (Hindi and English
Management, Calcutta, for the year 2002-
versions) by the Government Of the
2003. aIongwith Audited Accounts.
working of the National Institute of
Technical Teachers' Training and Re- (ii) A copy of the Review (Hindi and English
search. Chandigarh. the for the year versiOns) by the Government of the
2003-2004. working of the Indian Institute of
563 Papers Laid MARCH 22, 2005 on the Table 564

Management. Calcutta, for the year 2002- English verslona) by the Government of
2003. the working of the Quality Council of India,
New Delhi, for the year 2003-2004.
(12) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show-
ing reasons for delay in laying the papers (2) Statement (Hindi and English 'versions) show-
mentioned at (11) above. Ing reasons for delay In laying the papers
mentioned at (3) above.
[Placed In Library, See No. LT-183412oo5]
[Placed in Library, See No. LT-183612oo5]
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
HEAVY INDUSTRIES AND PUBLIC ENTERPRISES (SHRI (3) (i) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi and
SONTOSH MOHAN DEV) : Sir, I beg to lay on the Table English versional of the Agricultural
a copy each of the following Reports (Hindi and English and Processed Food Products Export
versions) under article 151 (1) of the Constltutlon:- Development Authority, New Delhi, for
the year 2002-2003, alongwlth Audited
(1 ) Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General
Accounts.
of India-Union Government (Commercial) (No.
1 of 2005) - Public Sector Undertakings- (iI) A copy of the Review '(Hindi and English
Review of Accounts, for the year ended March, versions) by the Government of the
2004. working of the Agricultural and Processed
Food Products Export Development Au·
(2) Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General
thority, New Delhi, for the year 2002-2003.
of India-Union Government (Commercial) (No.
2 of 2005) - Public Sector Undertakings- (4) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show-
Comments on Accounts, for the year ended Ing reasO'ns for delay in laying the papers
March, 2004. mentioned at (3) above.

(3) Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General [Placed in Library, See No. LT·1837/2005]
of India-Union Government (Commercial) (No.
3 of 2005) - Public Sector Undertakings- (5) A copy of the Agricultural and Processed Food
Transaction Audit Observations, for the year Products Export Development Authority (Amend·
ended March, 2004. ment) Rules, 2004 (Hindi and English versions)
published in Notification No. S.D. 238 (E) in
[Placed in Library, See No. LT-183512005] Gazette of India dated the 22nd February, 2005
under section 34 of the Agricultural and
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF
Processed Food Products Development
COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI E.V.K.S.
AuthOrity Act, 1985.
ELANGOVAN): Sir, I beg to lay on the Table-

[Placed In Library, See No. LT-183812oo5)

(1) (I) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi and
English versions) of the Quality Council of (6) A copy of the Detailed Demands for ~rants
India, New Delhi, for the year 2003-2004, (Hindi and English versions) of the Ministry of
alongwith Audited Accounts. Commerce and Industry for the year 2005-2006.

(ii) Statement regarding Review (Hindi and [Placed in Library, See No. LT-183912005j
565, CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) on the Table 566

(7) (I) A copy of the Annual Repolt (Hindi and (ii) .A copy of the Annual Accounts (Hindi and
English versions) of the Export Inspection ~
. , .
versions) of the Tea Board,
Council and Export Inspection Agenctes t(oIkata, for the year 2003-2004, together
for the year 2003-2004. with Audit Report thereon.

(II) A copy of the Annual Accounts (Hindi and (iii) A copy of the Review (Hindi and English
english versions) of the Export Inspection versions) by the Government of tne
Council and Export Inspection Agencies working of the Tea Board, Koikata, tor the
for the year 2003-2004. together. with year 2003-2004
Audit Report thereon.
(12) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show-
(iii) A copy of the Review (Hindi and English ing reasons for delay in laying the papers

versions) by the Government of the mentioned at (11) above.

working of the Export Inapectlon Council

[Placed in Library, SIHI No. LT-184212oo6)
and Export Inspection Agencies for the
year 2003-2004. (13) (I) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi and
English versions) of the Rubber Board,
(8) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show-
Kottayam, for the year 2003-2004.
ing reasons for delay in laying the papers
mentioned at (7) above. (II) A copy of the Annual Accounts (Hindi and
English versions) of the Rubber Board,
[Placed in Library, See No. LT-184012oo5)
Koltayam, for the year 2003-2004, to-
gether with Audit Report thereon.
(9) (i) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi
and English ,versions) of the National (iii) A copy of the Review (Hindi and English
Productivity Council, New Delhi, for the versions) showing reasons for delay in
year 2003-2004, alongwith Audited laying the papers mentioned at (13)
Accounts. above.

(ii) Statement regarding Review (Hindi and [Piaced in Library, SIHI No. LT-1843l2oo5)
English versions) by the Government of
the working of the National Productivity (14) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show-

Council, New Delhi, for the year 2003- ing reasons for delay In laying the papers

2004. mentioned at (13) above.

(10) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show- [Placed in Library, See No. LT-184312oo5)

ing reasons for delay in laying the papers

(15) (i) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi and
mentioned at (9) above.
English versions) of the Coffee Board,
Bangalore, for the year 2003-2004 along-
[Placed in Library, See No. LT-184112005]
wnh Audned Accounts.
(11) (i) A copy of the Annual Report (Hindi and
(ii) A copy of the Review (Hindi and English
English versions) of the Tea Board,
versions) by h Government of the
Koikata, for the year 2003-2004.
587 MesssgeS from Rsjys 5sbhs MARCH 22, 2005 Committee Reports 568

working of the Coffee Board, Bangalore, 12.03" hra.

for the year 2003-2004.
.- LEAVE OF ABSENCE OF MEMBERS FROM
(16) Statement (Hindi and English versions) show- THE SITTING OF THE HOUSE
ing reasons for delay in laying the papers
[English]
mentioned at (1S) above.

MR. SPEAKER : The Committee on Absence of

(Placed in Library, See No. LT-18441200S]
Members from the sittings of the House in their Third
Report presented to the House on 21 st March, 2005 have
recommended that leave of absence from the sittings of
12.03 hra. the House be granted to the following Members for the
period mentioned against each:-
MESSAGES FROM RAJYA SABHA
(1) Shri K.P. Naidu 01.12.2004 to
(English] 23.12.2004

SECRETARY-GENERAL : Sir, I have to report the (2) Shri Rajesh Ranjan 01.12.2004 to
following messages received from the Secretary-General 23.12.2004
of Rajya Sabha:- and
25.02.2005 to
(I) "In accordance with the provisions of sub-rule
19.03.2005
(6) of rule 186 of the Rules of Procedure and
conduct of Business in the Rajya Sabha. I am Is it the pleasure of the House that leave as
directed to retum herewith the Bihar Appropria- recommended by the Committee be granted?
tion (Vote on Account) Bill, 200S, which was
passed by the Lok Sabha at its sitting held on SEVERAL HON. MEMBERS : Yes.
the 19th March, 2005 and transmitted to the
MR. SPEAKER : Leave is granted. The Members will
Rajya Sabha for its recommendations and to
be informed accordingly.
state that this House has no recommendations
to take to the Lok Sabha in regard to the said
Bill."
12.03~ hra.
(II) "In acc:ordance with the provisions of sub-rule
(6) of rule 188 of the Rules of Procedure and STANDING COMMITTEE ON LABOUR
conduct of Businesa in the Rajya Sabha, I am
Third and Fourth Reports
directed to return herewith the Bihar Appropria-
tion Bill, 2005, which was passed by the Lok (English)
Sabha at Its sitting held on the 19th March,
200S and transmitted to the Rajya Sabha for its SHRIMATI C.S. SUJATHA (Mavelikara) : Sir. I beg to
recommendations and to state that this House present a copy each of the following Reports (Hindi and
has no recommendationS' to make to the Lok English versions) 01 the Standing Comn:'ittee on Labour:-
Sabha In regard to the said Bill."
(1) Third Report on Action Taken by the Govern-
ment on the RecommendationalObservations
569 Committee Reports CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) Statement by MInIsters 570

contained in the First Report (14th Lok Sabha) contained in the Second Report of the Standing
of the Standing Committee on Labour on the Committee on Social Justice and Empowerment
Demands for Grants - 2004-05 of the Ministry on the Demands for Grants of the Ministry of
of Labour and Employment. Tribal Affairs for the year 2004-05.

(2) Fourth Report on Action Taken by the Govern-

ment on the Recommendations/Observations
12.0414 hra.
contained in the Second Report (14th Lok
Sabha) of the Standing Committee on Labour STANDING COMMITTEE ON URBAN
on the Demands for Granta - 2004-05 of the DEVELOPMENT
Ministry of Textiles.
Fifth Reporte

[English]

12.04 hra.
MD. SALIM (Calcutta - North East) : Sir, I beg to
present the Fifth Report (Hindi and English versions) of
STANDING COMMITTEE ON SOCIAL
the Standing Committee on Urban Development (2004-
JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT
2005) on Action Taken by the Government on Recommen-
Fourth to Sixth Reporte dations contained in the Second Report (14th Lok Sabha)
on Demands for Grants 2004-2005 of the Ministry of Urban
[Translation] Development.

SHRIMATI SUMITRA MAHAJAN : Mohd. Shahid to

present a copy each of the following Reports (Hindi and
12.D41i1 h....
English versions) of the Standing Committee on Social
Justice and Empowerment:- STATEMENT BY MINISTER

(1) Fourth Report on Action Taken by Government Statue of Implemenbltlon of recommendatlone

on the Recommendations/Observations con- In the Firat Report of Sblndlng Commltt..
tained in the Twenty-eighth Report of the on Energy.
erstwhile Standing Committee on Labour and
[English]
Welfare on "Development of Primitive Tribal
Groups"; THE MINISTER OF POWER (SHRI P.M. SAYEED) : Sir,
I am making this statement on the status of implementation
(2) Fifth Report on Action Taken by the Government
of recommendations contained In the First Report of
on the Recommendations/Observations con-
Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy in pursu-
tained in the First Report of the Standing
ance of Direction 73A of the hon. Speaker, Lok Sabha
Committee on Social Justice and Empowerment
il8ued vide Lot< Sabha Bulletin - Part II dated September
on the Demands for Grants of the Ministry of 01, 2004.
Social Justice and Empowerment for the year
2004-05; and The Standing Committee on Energy took evidence
of the representatives of the Ministry of PoW( r -while
(3) Sixth Report on Action Taken by the Govern-
ment on the RecommendationS/Observations ·Not recorded.
571 StatemfJnt by MARCH 22, 2006 572

[SM P.M. Sayeed] 12.07 hra.

considering Oemands for Grants for the year 2004-05 on Statement correcting reply to .tarred question no.1
12.08.2004. The Committee recommended the Demands dated 01.03.2005 regarding Tsunami DI...tar
for Grants of the Ministry of Power in its Report presented
[English)
to lok Sabha on 19.08.2004.

The Standing Committee made 24 recommendations THE MINISTER OF STATE lN THE MINISTRY OF

in its first Report . ... (Interruptions) HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI S. REGUPATHY) : Mr. Speaker, Sir,
I beg to lay a statement correcting replies given on
MR. SPEAKER : No whispering, please. This is an 01.03.2005 to Starred Question No.1 aaked by Shri Avtar
important statement being made by the hon. Miniater in the Singh Bhadana, and Shri Braje&h Pathak regarding
House. The hon. Minister is giving his response to the "Tsunami Disaster". and giving reasons for delay in
recommendations made by your Committees. correcting the reply.

SHRI P.M. SAYEED : The action taken reports on all MR. SPEAKER: Chaudhary Lal Singh -' Not present.
these recommendations have been fumished to the Shri Shailendra Kumar.
Committee by the Ministry in December 2004 and January
2005. The Ministry has accepted 2 recommendations in ('nterruptions)
toto as they were within the purview. Out of the balance
two recommendations, one recommendation (No.17) has MD. SALIM (Calcutta - N~rth East) : Sir, I am on this

been partly implemented. The said recommendation issue itself. This is an important issue, and we missed on
directed Formulation of ElectriCity. Tariff and Rural opportunity to put supplimentaries to the Starred Question

Electrification Policies as provided under Electricity Act, No.1 on 01.03.2005 because of hUlJQlltna in the House.

2003 and out of the three policies, one, namely, National I would request that some time should be allotted to

Electricity Policy has already been notified on 12th discuss on the Tsunami Disaster, namely, how this disaster

February 2005. The other two are under formulation. can be tackled, etc.

As far as the other recommendation is concemed, that MR. SPEAKER : Yes, we will do it.
is, enhanced delegation of power (Recommendation
(Translation)
No.3), Ministry of Power ia in general agreement.
Accordingly, a proposal has already been moved to the
SHRI SHAllENDERA KUMAR (Chell) : Mr. Speaker,
Cabinet for decision in this regard with the recommenda-
Sir, the hon. Minister has just stated that many complaints
tions of the Committee of Secretaries.
have been reported with regard to misuse of funds in the
wake of Tsunami disaster. The funds provided by the
The Committee shall be apprised about the final
outcome on them after a decision is arrived at. voluntary organisation or by the Govemment of India for
relief work are being misused. The families affected by
MR. SPEAKER : I would like to compliment the hon. Tsunami have nol been rehabilitated so far. Many of them
Minister. I am still waiting for Reports from some other hon. are still living in the forests. Today, what ia needed is that
Ministers. first of all these people should be provided with food,
shelter and clothing. Only then our object and purpose will
Next is Item 19 of the Revised list of Business. Shri
be fulfilled. Even all the hon. Members "'ave provided them
S. Regupathy.
with assistance from their funds. The Government of India
ought to take steps for the proper utilisation of funds.
673 Statement by Ministers CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 574

[EngNshj 12.01 n.
MR. SPEAKER : Yes, the han. Minister. OBSERVATION BY THE SPEAKER

SHRI S. REGUPATHY : Sir, already, there have been {English]

. discussions regarding the Tsunami relief, etc. We are also
prepared to give particulars about the same, which the han. MR. SPEAKER : Hon. Memberw, for your information,
Members want, during a Short Duration Discussion on this I want to briefly recapitulate the main Items of businees
issue. transacted by the House during the previous week. that
IS. from 14th March 2005 to 19th March 2005.
MR. SPEAKER : Please keep them ready because
you will have to give them to me very soon. Out of the 100 Starred Questions admitted, 22 were
..answered orally. Replies to the remaining Starred
(InterruptiOn.) Questions alongwlth the replies to 1,097 UnMarred
Questions were laid on the Table.
MR. SPEAKER : Han. Members, please take your
seat. During the period, as many as 94 matter of urgent
public Importance were raised after the Question Hour.
(Interruptions) Members also raised 67 matters under Rule 3n.
(Translation] We spent over 43 hours on the discussion on and
passing of important Legislative and Financial business.
CHAUDHARY LAL SINGH (Udhampur) : Mr. Speaker,
The House, besides, having General Discussions on the
Sir, I would like to say something.
Budge (Railways) and Budget (General) for 2005-06, also
[English] passed the Demands for Grants on Account (Railways)
and (General) for 2005-06 and Supplementary Demands
MR. SPEAKER : Okay, please go ahead. for Grants (Railways) and (General) for 2004-05 and the
related Appropriation Bills. The House also had General
(Translation]
Discussions on the Budgets for the States of Goa and Bihar
for 2005-06, and passed their respective Demands for
CHAUDHARY LAL SINGH : I would like to know from
Grants on Account for 2005-06 and Supplementary
the hon. Minister when he is going to fuHiI the commitments
Demands for Grants for 2004-05 and the related
made by the Govemment to deal with the disaster caused
Appropriation Bills. The House adopted the Resolutions
by Tsunami. It was assured that the affect~d persons would
seeking approval of Proclamations dated the 4th of March,
be provided houses. I would like to know the time by which
2005 and 7th of March, 2005, Issued under article 356 of
these houses would be made available to them.
the Constitution for the Stat.. of Goa and Bihar,
(English] respectively.

SHRI S. REGUPATHY : Mr. Speaker, Sir, temporary The Departmentally Related Standing Committee
reHef work Is going on, and we are going to do everything presented 15 Reports to the House.
for the permanent relief work.
While we lost 51 minutes of valuable time due to
[Placed In Library, See No. LT-184612005) Interruptions and forced adjournments lalt week. the
House sat late and worked extra for 8S many as 12 hours
S7S Observation by the Speaker MARCH 22, 2006 576

and 26 minutes to transact essential items of Govemment midway will be against the principle of social justice. Pandit
business. Jawaharlal Nehru's assurance to the people of non-Hindi
speaking people on the floor of this HoUH that a8 long
I wish to record my sincere appreciation of the help as they wish Hindi will not be made compulsory must be
and cooperation received from the hon. Members and I am kept intact. So far, knowledge of Hindi was only a
sure, we will be able to take up effectively for discussion 'desirable' qualification in the selection of Teachers in
in the future, many more important issues which the people Kendriya Vidyalaya schools. Employment advertisements
of the country would like us to consider for their solution. used to be given that way. But 'bilingual competence' is
insisted upon in the latest job advertisements as an
I am thankful to all of you, on all the sides.
essential qualification. This in a way takes away the job
opportunities in Kendriya Vidyalayas available to youth
from non-Hindi speaking States like Tamil Nadu. I would
[English) like to point out that Hindi is being sought to be imposed
quite against the promise given by Jawaharlal Nehru that
"SHRI P.. MOHAN (Madurai) : Hon. Speaker, Sir, I
Hindi wilt not be imposed. He gave that assurance when
would like to express my serious concem about the
there was a strong opposition from States like Tamil Nadu.
attempts to deprive the youth especially the candidates
We cannot Ignore the agitation In Tamil Nadu against the
hailing from SC, ST, OBC communities and women of their
imposition of Hindi on non-Hindi speaking people. Hence
job opportunities. This is a very serious issue. One is based
I uriJe upon the Union Govemment to ban any move to
on the recommendations made by Alagh Committee and
reduce the upper age limit for appearing in civil services
Hota Committee to reduce the upper age limit to 26, 26
examinations. Similarly, there must not be any indirect
for those who appear for civil service examinations
imposition of Hindi on candidates from non-Hindi speaking
aspiring for lAS and IPS p?sts. Similarly, in the teaching
States.
staff selection for Kendriya Vidyalaya Schools knowledge
of Hindi has been made an essential qualification SHAI A.K.S. VIJAYAN (Nagapattlnam) : Sir, I associate
depriving the chances of candidates from non-Hindi myself with what the hon. Member has stated.
speaking States.
[Trans/ation]
Reducing the upper age limit for lAS, IPS examina-
tions is not only like withdrawing the concessions but like SHAI JYOTIAADITYA M. SCINDIA (Guna) : Mr.
taking away their rights. It is only for the past 10 years there Speaker, Sir, with your kind permiSSion, I would like to raise
is an increase in the number of candidates appearing for an issue in this House that is related to the symbol of our
the civil services examinations. Aeducing the upper age National glory. Now-a-days a number of tigers are being
limit will be curtailing their opportunities. killed across the country in a deplorable way. Our forests
have become deserted. Now the bellowing of the tigers
Hon. Minister of State for Personnel Shrl Suresh is not heard of throughout the country. A dead tiger is sold
Pachauri in his written reply on 2nd March 2005 has stated at more price then the living ones. As per the report
that such recommendations are there and no decision has
published In the 'Hindustan Times' the hunter himself has
been taken. It is not enough to merely say that no decision
become a prey itself. Currently, tigers skin is sold for Rs.50
has been taken. Instead, Union Government must ban any
thousand, its teeth are sold for As.S thousand and Its nails
move to reduce the upper age limit for civil services
and skeleton were sold the rate of ~s.450 and AS.18
examinations. Because, reducing age limit now in the
thousand a kilo respectively. Why is it happening because
"Translation of the Speech originally delivered in Tamil. there is no lobby or any interested group to further their
577 CHAITRA 01, 1921 (Saka) 578

cause. That· is why the condition of the tigers continues to I want that a separate Ministry should be formed at the
be worrisome. earliest possible to take care of the wild life and the forests
and the national parks should be taken over by the Central
(Interruptions)
Govemment.

{English]
In the end, I would like to say that the persons

MR. SPEAKER : No cross talk please. apprehended hunting for the tigers should be sentenced
to severe punishment. ... (Interruptions)
(Translation]
{English]
SHRI JYOTIRAOITYA M. SCI NOlA : Today, the Illegal
trade of the wild life has gone upto 12 billion. dollars. The MR. SPEAKER : What is happening? I do not
understand why suddenly you have become so talkative
price of a dead tiger in the intemational market has risen
sitting. You must appreciate the young and energetic
as much as Rs. three lakh. While one has to invest rupees
Member raising this very Importance issue.
40 thousand only to kill a tiger. I would like to inform that
as of now, whosoever is apprehended killing a tiger in the
SHRI VIJAYENORA PAL SINGH (Bhilwara) Sir, I
forest is sentenced to six years of imprisonment and in
associate myself with the issue.
case of those who are apprehended/caught outside the
forests are sentenced to only three years of imprisonment MR. SPEAKER : Okay, The entire House associates.
or are fined with RS.25 thousand only. A century ago, the
tiger numbered as many as forty thousand, while as of now, (Interruptions)

their number has been substantially reduced to three

MR. SPEAKER : Shrimati Jayaben Thakkar.
thousand only. Given such trend Mrs. Indira Gandhi had
enforced Environment Protection Act and Forests Act way (Interruptions)
back in 1972. This apart. a tiger project was also launched.
Ra;iv;i desired that there should be a separate Ministry to MR. SPEAKER : As you know, nothing Is being

deal with the affairs of wild life and the forests as well. recorded except the hon. Member whose name Is caHed.
In the current scenario, tigers are nowhere to be seen in
(Interruptions)"
most of the sanctuaries, be it Ranthambhaur, Sariska or
Indravati, Oudhva, Kanha, Bandhavgarh. Nowhere you will MR. SPEAKER : I deeply appreciate the experience
find tigers most of them have been killed. As many as six
of the hon. Member, but under a little control please.
tigers were killed in Bandhavgarh. So is the case at Panna,

,
Pant. Satpura and ~ven in whole ot the country. I would (Interruptions)
request all political parties to lend their support by being
SHRtMATI JAYABEN B. THAKKER (Vadodara) : Thank
in agreement with the Prime Minister who has formulated
you, Sir, for permitting me to raise this very Important matter
a policy in this regard, has sit up a board and has instituted
relating to Gujarat Urban Reform Project.
a CBI enqui/y inloit. Over and above, National Wild Ufe
Crime Prevention and Control .Bureau have also been set
The Govemment of Gujarat has been pursuing an
up. I would request my colleagues to rise above the party
urban reform project to avail financial help from the World
line on this count. Not just that, one Is required to adopt
Bank. The project was delayed due to one reason or the
measures to address this problem also. Nothiritl can be
more shameful for us If our national animals do not exist. "Not recorded.
 579 MARCH 22, 2005 580

other. I urge upon the Central Government to aaslst In villages are located there. The people visit the place for
sorting out the Issue at the earliest in order to avoid hunting. There is a shortage of water there. There. Is no
inordinate delay. security arrangement there.

MR. SPEAKER : Shri Girdhari Lal Bhargava, you may [English}

associate yourseH with whatever he said.
MR. SPEAKER : Nothing is being recorded.
(Interruptions)
(Interruptions)"
[Translation}
MR. SPEAKER : Be brief and cooperate and I will
SHRI GIRDHARI LAL BHARGAVA (Jaipur) : Sir, allow as many Members as poselble.
several temples are located in and around the
(Interruptions)
. Ranthambhaur tiger project... (lnterruptlons)

SHRI A.V. BELLARMIN (Nagercoll) : Sir, nine

SHRI JYOTIRADITYA M. SCINDIA : Sir, I would like
fishermen from my constituency are miSSing for the· past
to submit that this matter Is not confirmed to the States only.
shc weeks. Now, they are reported to be in Pakistan Jails
Policies must not be allowed in this matter.
for no fault of theirs. At times, fishermen as they travel In
{English] their fishing boats are drifted away far off due to strong
wind and water currents. Now, the fishing boat 'Prlya'
MR. SPEAKER Nothing is being recorded any carrying nine fishermen Is missing from 10th February this
longer. year. It Is learnt that Pakistan Navy has taken these
Innocent people Into custody.
(Interruptions)"

Sir, these unfortunate people languishing in Pakistani

[TransllJtion}
jails must be released at the earliest. Recurrences of

MR. SPEAKER : No element of politics is involved Incidents of this nature must come to an end. Hence, I urge

therein ... (Interruptions) upon the Ministry of Extemal Affairs to take up with the
Pakistani . authorities and enSU{8 the release of these
{English} unfortunate fishermen.

MR. SPEAKER : Nothing is being recorded. Shri SHRI R. PRABHU (NlIgrls) : Mr. Speaker, Sir, nearty
Scindia, please sit down. I am on my legs. 20,000 families in my Constituency. In Gudalur and
Pandalur Taluks, are being evicted. There is a dan~r of
(Interruptions)"
them losing their livelihood. This problem carne about
because the Janmam Abolition Act of 1969 was passed
MR. SPEAKER: You are a cooperative Member. I have
In Tamil Nadu and nearly 80,000 acres of land were taken
said you will associate on that.
over by the Revenue Department in that area. Those
[Translation} people who have had leases for these lands in the
JlJnmam time were given pattss when they produced lease
SHRI GIRDHARI LAL BHARGAVA : Sir, a National documents and paid the land value. But people who could
Highway leads through Ranthambhaur tiger project. Many not pay the land value were allMd to stay in these lands

·Not recorded. *Not recorded.

581 CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) 582

and cultivate thoae lands. They have been paying land tax. Mr. Speaker. Sir. the Electricity Bill was passed in
electricity tax and wlter tax. They have been living there 2003 and there was a provision in the Bill that non-
for 40 years. Now. these types of lands were classified as conventional energy sources would be promoted. The
Stctton 17 lands. Also. an assessment was done of previous Govemment had formed a plan to set up Energy
ordlnaryvi1lage grazing grounds of wastelands and Parks in 357 districts of the country. These energy parks
reclassified as 'forest land' under Section 53 of the were to be set up in Agriculture Science Centres which
Janmam Act and Section 4 of the Forests Act. was to be funded through ICAR. I was shocked when the
Minister of Finance. who is also known as Minister of
I would like to request the Central Govemment to Sensex. made no mention about it in the budget speech
,
intervene inbnediately and see that the applications under and it seems that the Govemment is not serioUfi about it.
Section 17 - it was directed by the Supreme Court in 2002 I would like to request you to order the Minister of Finance
- are assessed and panas are granted to the people who to allocate sufficient funds for setting up energy parks in

have applied. Sir. 65.000 applications are pending. and 357 backward districts of the country so 88 to increase the
production of non-conventlonal energy sources In the
eviction is taking place join wrongly classified land under
country. Thanks.
Section 53 of the Forests Act.

SHRIMATI KIRAN MAHESHWARI (Udaipur) : I also

I would like to reiterate here that a high level
associate myself with this Bill.
committee should be sent by the Environment and Forests
Minister from Deihl to have assessment of this land and [English)
see that proper evaluation is done. These people are small
people. having 10 cents, 20 cents and one acre of land. SHRIMATI C.S. SUJATHA (Mave/ikara) : Sir. I would

They have been living there for 40 years. They have been like to draw the attention of the House to one issue. At
present, the rent charge for telephones In the rural and
paying ali revenues but suddenly bulldozers and tractors
urban areas are Rs. 200 and R8. 500 respectively. The
came and they are thrown out of their lands. When you
criteria adopted for the classification of rural and urban
go round this place. you will find one acre of forest land
areas are that upto one lakh telephone connections, the
in between 20 acres of pans land. This unheard of. I would
area is considered as rural. and the area with one lakh
request the Central Govemment to have reassessment of
and above connection is considered as urban.
these lands and see that this eviction is stopped
immediately. In Kerala. most of the households in rural areas too
have telephone facilities. The rural-urban divide on the
[Translation} basis of upto one lakh and above one lakh is unrealistic
considering the situation In the C)tate. Most of the rural
SHRI LAKSHMAN SINGH (Rajgarh) : Mr. Speaker. Sir.
areas where the users belong to lower middle class and
there is a huge gap between the potential and production
farming communities are classified in the urban areas
of non-conventional energy sources In our country. We
because the number of telephone exceeds the limit of one
shall have to be dependent upon crude oil even in the lakh thereby they are made to pay an increased amount
f
21st century. Therefore. it is essential that we should of As. 300 as rent charges. Since majority of the rural
promote non-conventlonal energy sources in our country. households have limited income. they cannot afford the
The main oauses of rising temperature and global warming steep increase in the rent which. in tum, compels many
are fossil fuel generation system and green house ga8 of these users to avoid the facility of telephone
emiSSion. Our country is a signatory of Kyoto Protocol and connections. thus denting the Govemmenfs objective of
we are committed to it also. more rural connectivity itself.
583 MARCH 22, 2005 584

[Shrimati C.S. Sujatha] hundred houses and hundreds of hutments. I think they
will have to face great trouble. They have no other place
I urge upon the Government to consider the situation
to reside. Hon, Minister should consider it and should Issue
in Kerala as a special case and bifurcate the existing an order to this effect that no one ia displaced from there
rural areas where telephone connections exceed one lakh and the poor could work for earning livelihood.
limit.
[English]
MR. SPEAKER : I have called you. Are you interest
to raise it? MR. SPEAKER: Shri Malhotra, your matter relates to
some other country.
[Translation]
[Translation]
SHRI RAM KRIPAL YADAV (Patna) : Yes, Mr. Speaker,
Sir, I would like to draw the attention of the Government, PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA (South Delhi) : Mr.
through you Sir, towards four-five important colonies near Speaker, Sir, it does not relate to us as to what happened
Kumhrar-New Kumhrar. Naya Tola, Shiwaji Colony, in Pakistan and what not. Altercation is going on between
Teachers' Colony, Chanakya Colony - in my parliamentary the Army and insurgents there. It does not relate to us. We
constituency Patna where about one lakh people reside should not interfere in other's Internal affairs. But there Is
and there are about one thousand five hundred houses. a historic temple in which there were hundreds of people.
Now, it is being said by the Archeological Department 17 Hindus were killed there in a rocket attack. We only
that due to these colonies the archeological remnants demand that the Government of India should talk to them.
situated at Kumhrar are being polluted. An order has been When there are people in the temple, at least their security
passed and the people residing within three hundred should be taken care of from internal attacks or rocket
meters of area near Kumhrar are being displaced by attacks.
the Government. The condition of the people Is pitiable
there. There Is a panic and people are in great trouble [English]

there.
MR. SPEAKER No religious places should be
damaged, anywhere.
Mr. Speaker, Sir, these colonies are in existence for
about 25-30 years. I think that the poor people reside there
Now, Mr. Amitava Nandy. Are you in your seat? Are
who do not even posseSs their own land and If these
you ready or not, Mr. Nandy? Then, I may go to some other
colonies are demolished by the Government without
hon. Member.
making an alternative arrangement, people will face great
trouble. There is resentment among people. Agitation is SHRI AMITAVA NANDY (Dumdum) : I am ready, Sir.
going on, therefore, I would like to request the Minister of
Human Resource Development to order the Archeological Sir, I stand here to draw the attention of the

Department not to do this. Had these colonies spread Government, and the hon. Minister of Finance, in particular,

pollution, the villages and houses existing there for to the nation-wide atrike being observed by the bank

hundreds of years would also have been 'polluted. It. is officers and bank employees. Today, the officers and the

being done deliberately and under a conspIrarcy to employees of the banking sector are on strike to protest

displace the poor people. I request the hon. Minister to pay against the unwarranted merger of public sector banks and

attention to the situation emerging there so that people do aHempt to privatise the banks by allowing 74 per cent

not become homeless. Ther. are one thousano five foreign direct investment in the private aector banks.
585 CHAlTRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 586

The present policy of the Govemment of India Is to cooperate, you would not get any chance from me, reat
allow the foreign playera to play freely In the Indian market. assured.
While supporting the strike, I demand immediate review
of the policies of the Union Govemment towards the (Interruptions)

banking HCtor. Thank you.

SHRI VARKALA RADHAKRISHNAN : Sir. the eco-
nomic activity of the country is at standstill. In spite of
SHRI SUNIL KHAN (Durgapur) : We should not allow
etlorts, they could not come to a settlement. So, I would
the merger with the commercial banks .... (lntenuptions)
request the Central Government to Intervene in the matter.
... (Interruptions)
MR. SPEAKER : It Is very strange. Please sit down.
Nothing is being recorded . (Translation)

Mr. Khan. Nothing will go on record. CHAUDHARY VIJENDRA SINGH (Aligarh) : Mr.
Speaker, Sir, I also want to speak. Please I may also be
(Interruptions)"
given time to speak. ... (Interruptions)

MR. SPEAKER : Please sit down. You have made your (English)
statement, Mr. Nandy, and you sat down also. But suddenty,
you have been energised by your friends. MR. SPEAKER: You cannot speak at the same time.
Can You? That is not the way to disturb the proceedings.
Just walt, please. let me conduct. Mr. Dasgupta, you Please sit down. I am trying to give opportunity to every
also sit down, please. Because of the importance of the section of the House on Important issues.
subject, I would allow you. Otherwise, I would have said
SHRI VARKALA RADHAKRISHNAN : Sir, the strike
'associate yourself'. But you do not cooperate, I am sorry.
should not be prolonged at any cost. The Government
I would not allow anybody else then.
should take the initiative 10 see that normally is restored
In the banking sector. I hope that the Governm~nt would
SHRI VARKALA RADHAKRISHNAN (Chlraylnkll) : Sir,
rise 10 the occasion because the entire public is put to so
the bank employees, throughout India, are on strike today.
much difficulty. I do not want to go into the merit of the

MR. SPEAKER: Mr. Radhakrishnan; you have already case, but it is for the Govemment 10 intervene at this stage

raised one matter this week. Now, briefly, you can associate to see that normalcy is restored, and the grievances of the
bank employees are addressed. It is for the Government
yourself.
to see that an earty settlement is arrived at, maybe within
(Interruptions) 24 hours.

(Translation) SHRI AJOY CHAKRABORTY (Baslrhat) : Sir, I rise to

raise a very Important matter of public Importance. I. IS
SHRI PRAlHAD JOSHI (Dharwad North) : Mr. regarding the nation-wide strike called by all the bank
Speaker, Sir, I also want to speak, I may also be given employees' 888oc/ationa .... (Interruptions)
an opportunity to speak. ... (Interruptlons)
MR. SPEAKER : Anybody interrupting me would not
get any chance to speak, I can tell you. This is not the
(English)
way to draw the attention of the Chair.
MR. SPEAKER Hon. Members, if you do not
SHRI AJOY CHAKRABORTY : Today, the employees
*Not recorded. of the public sector banks of our country are observing
587 MARCH 22, 2005 588

[Shri Ajoy Chakraborty] let the Parliament know that there has beencornplete and
a total strike throughout the country and all the unions,
strike throughout the country, which is supported by the
irrespective of political parties and Irrespective of their
Central Trade Unions. It is not only the demand of the bank
different affiliations, have joined the strike. The bank
employees, but I think, it is the demand of the workers,
) employees have taken a decision - let me infonn the
the demand of. the public at large that no merger should
House - that if the Government persists with prlvatising
take place. Their demands are that there should be no
the banks, if the Government persists with disinvesting all
merger of the public sector banks into a few big banks;
the profitable public sector banks and if the Government
there should be no unlisted and unlimited entry of the FDI
persists with bringing about a merger of the public sector
in our banking sector; there should be no reduction of the
banks, there is going to be a prolonged strike in the
Govemment equity capital in the public sector banks; and
country. I can tell you, on behalf of the trade unions of the
stringent measures should be taken for recovery of the
country - I am representing a Central Trade Union - that
NPA, the debt loans, which are taken by the big monopoly
all the central trade unions will be with the banks and with
houses.
the bank employees.
There are so many demands of the bank employees,
May I ask the Government at this critical hour, why they
and these demands are just and cogent ones. The
public sector banks should be used for the welfare of the are inviting a confrontation with the bank employees? Why

country. are they inviting a confrontation with trade unions of the

country?
Therefore, Sir, I would urge upon the Government of
India to respond to the strike of the bank employees' Let me give you another information. From tomorrow,
associations, mitigate their demands, and take action to there is going to be a two-day strike In the general
meet their demands, which is for the welfare of the whole insurance sector of the country. Only today, thousands of
country. different employees are there in the Parliament Street. I
do not understand the policy of the UPA Government. If
SHRI ANll BASU (Arambagh) : Sir, it is reported In you are following the footsteps of the earlier Govemment,
the Press that by allowing 74 per cent foreign equity in you can be rest assured that we shall confront you not
31 private sector banks, with around Rs. 3,000 crore of within the Parliament only, but we shall confront you in the
capital as on March 31, 2004 and Rs. 3 lakh crore of streets also. There will be a number of strikes in the country.
deposits, the control of these huge savings of the ... (Interruptions)
countrymen, the Indians will be passed on to the foreign
hands. So, today one million bank employees and officers The Government always responds to the demand by
arEl observing strike and the whole banking operations making Ii statement in the House. If they were responding
have been paralyzed. There are two contradictory to the Opposition. I do not have any grudge. The Leader
statements from the Govemment - one from the PMO of the House is not present in the House now.
which says that it is ~ng such a move and the other
saying that they are pushing through this. Through you, Sir, MR. SPEAKER : You have made your point.
I demand that the Government should come to this House,
SHRI GURUDAS DASGUPTA : On this whole issue,
take this House into confidence and make a statement on
may I know, why the Government is keeping silent? Why
this whole issue.
does the Government prefer not to make a statement in
SHRI GURUDAS DASGUPTA (Panskura) : Sir, the the House? This is a serious dereliction of duty on the part
issue is not just a one-day strike by the bank employees. of the Government. Let the Government not take some of
589 CHAITRA 0', 1927 (Sake) 590

their supporting parties for granted. We have not signed have asked you to only 8I8ociate with laeue raised. So,
a blank paper for supporting the Govemment. It is not the please do not make It like this.
way in which they ought to act.
(Interruption.)
MR. SPEAKER : Now, Shri Joachim Baxla.
MR. SPEAKER : Why are you unnecessarily creating
(Interruptions) complications? You have made you point.

[Translation] Now, Shri Baxla.

PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA : Mr. Speaker, Sir, (Interruptions)

it is a very important issue. ... (Interruptions)

[Translation]

(English]
PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA : Mr. Speaker, Sir,
about ten lakh bank employees are on strike all over
MR. SPEAKER : No. This i, not the way.
India. ... (Interruptions)
Shri Saxla.
(English]

(Interruptions)
MR. SPEAKER : Please Bit down. No.

[Translation]
(Interruptions)

PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA: What the Congress

MR. SPEAKER : Mere provocation does not help.
Party ~nd the CPM is doing they should tell? ... (Interrup-
tlons) (Interruptions)

(English] [Translation]

MR. SPEAKER : Nothing more will recorded now. MR. SPEAKER : Please sit down. Mr. Malhotra, you
have already raised your point. ...(lnterrupIions)
(Interruptions)"
(English]
MR. SPEAKER : This Is the problem. You are always
MR. SPEAKER : Only the speech of Shrl Saxla will
doing this.
go on record and nothing else.
(Interruptions)
(Interruptions)"
MR. SPEAKER : Prof. Malhotra, nothing's being
MR. SPEAKER : Please take your aeats. Do you think
recorded. You have made your protest. Now, please sit
It Is your duty to control the House? Then, you dispense
down.
with this place. Please sit down. Nothing will be recorded.

(Interruptions)" I have ~ six to seven hon. Members to make

submission.
MR. SPEAKER : It is because of the importance of the
issue, I have allowed others to speak. Otherwise, I would (Interruptions)"

*Not recorded. *Not recorded.

591 MARCH 22, 2005 592

MR. SPEAKER : No clarification Is 1IIowed. NoIhing MR. SPEAKER: I have been more close with him than
is being recorded, except the apeech of Shri BaxIa. you ....

(InterruptJonsr (Interruptions)

[Translation) [Translation}

SHRI JOACHIM BAXLA (Alipurduar) : Mr. Speaker, Sir, MR. SPEAKER : I will look Into it and expunge all. I
the strike which Is going on today is against the proposed have already expunged. You please, sit down, It will be
merger of banks. The strike has been called for by the bank expunged. Is any fun is being made here.
employees organisation-United forum of Bank Unions.
... (Interruptions) (Interruptions)

[English} SHRI JOACHIM BAXLA : Mr. Speaker, Sir, the

employees and officers of the Public Sector Banks of the
MR. SPEAKER: Please allow the hon. Member to raise entire country are on strike today. This strike is being
a very important maner. observed against the decision of enhancing the ceiling for
direct foreign investment of the banks to 74 per cent and
(Interruptions)
proposed merger of banks. The strike has been called by

MR. SPEAKER : Mr. Topdar, please sit down. the apex organisation of the bank employees - United
Forum of Bank Unions. Public Sector and non public sector
(Interruptions) banks are taking part in the strike and the employees and
officers of the public sector banks, the number of which
MR. SPEAKER : Mr. Udai Singh, you please sit down.
is more than 10 lakh. taking part in this strike are worried
This is not the way.
today. The employees and officers of the banks are forced

(Interruptions) to go on strike today in protest of the decision that

Government is likely to take with regard to the merger of
MR. SPEAKER : Mr. Oasgupta, please do not answer. public sector and other banks. After enforcing 74 per
This Is very unfortunate. What is going on here? What are cent direct foreign investment in the banks by the
you trying to do? Government, the decision of merger of banks, which is
likely to be followed. this strike is being done by the bank
(Interruptions)
employees and officers In the entire India in protest of this
decision.
MR. SPEAKER : Mr. Chakraborty. it is unfortunate. You
are a senior Member. You are standing In the aisle and
Through you, Sir, I would like to urge upon the Minister
you are shouting . ~ere. I gave opportunity to eight hon.
of Finance and the Government that demand of the
Members.
employees and officer, who are forced to go on strike today
on this issue, may kindly be reconsidered and the
(Interruptions)
Government should accept their demand sympathetically.
MR SPEAKER : Mr. Basu. please sit down. Nothing Thank you ... (lnterruptlons)
is being recorded.
(English)
(Interruptions) •
MR. SPEAKER: I will not allow this. Is this the way
-Not recorded. you are emphasising the Importance of the subject by
593 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 594

interrupting each other? It II luch an Important iaaue and is being done by the NHAI in Kanpur of Uttar Pradesh
you are trying to dilute It by your irresponsible behaviour. ...{lnterruptions)
It appfie& to all the aides.
(English}
(Interruptions)
MR. SPEAKER : Let there be order in House. Nobody
~ns/atlon] has a monopoly hare. No whispering and no cross talk
pleale.
SHRI ANANT GAGARAM GEETE (Ratnaglrl) : Mr.
Speaker, Sir, the organisation of the employees of General (Interruptions)
Insurance Companies have also given the notice to go
on atrike. Eighty thousand employees of the General [Translation}

Insurance Companies are agitated today throughout the

SHRI RAJARAM PAL : On that National Highway, a
country and fhey are likely to come on the street
small drainage was constructed for the disposal of
... (IntetTIJptions)
contaminated water of industrial units near Rania Industrial
area. That drainage has been completely damaged and
MR. SPEAKER: You please have some patience, I will
the water mixed with chemicals is accumulated in the
look into it. I will call you when your tum comes.
agricultural areas and near the residential quarters. A large
(Interruptions) number of animals are dying due to consumption of
contaminated water and the water of hand pumps and
[English] wells has also become contaminated due to the
accumulation of contaminated water. A number of water
SHRI BASU DEB ACHARIA (Bankura) : Sir, there
borne diseases have spread in that area. On account of
should be some statement from the Govemment.
this, there is feeling of tension In the entire area. In this
MR. SPEAKER : Mr. Acharia, you know that I cannot connection, I had requested the hon. Minister for National

compel the Government to make a statement. You can Highways to issue instruction to the NHAI for the

persuade them outside. construction of that drainage as per their earlier commit-
ment. CTBT have submitted Its proposal for the construc-
(Interruptions) tion of the drainage there with a stipulation that if they will
construct the drainage, they will set up a plant of CTBT
MR. SPEAKER : Nothing is being recorded.
there. Through you, I would like to draw the attention of
the Government in public interest that the animals are
(Interruptions)"
dying there due to the accumulation of contaminated water.
MR. SPEAKER : Shri Chakraborty, please go back to Common man is. suffering from many diseases due to
your seat if you want to speak. consumption of contaminated water. Therefore, through
you, I would request hon. Minister to personally interfere
(IntetTIJptlons) in the matter and direct the concerned authorities for the
construction of drainage in the public interest so that
[Transl.Hon]
normalcy could be restored and animals could be saved

SHRI RAJARAM PAL (Bllhaur) : In my constituency from untimely deaths.

Bilhaur, the. construction work of NatiOnal Highway No. 2

SHRI ANANT GUDHE (Amrevatl) : Mr. Speaker. Sir, the
-Not recorded. private Insurance companlel of our country are providing
596 MARCH 22. 2005 596

[Shri Anant GudheJ The We&t Bengal Government have decided to

procwe 12 lakh metric tonnes of food.gralns this year. But
good salary and pay package to their employees but on
I apprehend that this attempt Is going to be failed ~e
the other hand the review of pay of employees of our public
the FCI authority have decided to reduce ita districts under
s8ctor insurance companies such as National Insurance
it from 19 to 11. ActuaHy, the administrative control and
Companies. New India Insurance Companies. General
monitoring of the depots which were decentralised through
Insurance Company, Oriental Insurance Company Is
these districts will be facing problems. Hence, the P~S in
pending since 2002 and the Govemment is not paying any
West Bengal will be hampered. They are closing the district
attention on this issue.
office of Dinajpur whose· procurement rate Is the second
Mr. Speaker, so far as banks are concerned, banks highest in West Bengal. In North Bengal, they are
have proposed for an Increase of 13.25 per cent for their amalgamating five districts Into two and are merging big
employees. But the General Insurance Companies have districts like Kolkata, the North 24 Parganas, Nadia,
given an offer for increase of 8.5 per cent only and have Mushidabad, etc. All arrangements are ready and they are
tried to get out of this complex issue, whereas nobody is going to adopt the policy from 31 st March, 2005. Already
concemed to pay attention to the employees of public promotions and transfers have been stopped. Though the
sector which provide a premium to the tune of 15 thousand districts have depots with nil storage capacity or insufficient
crore every year. A coordination unit has been set up of capacity compared to the size of the poputation, compared
these four insurance companies named GIPSA, which to the demand from the poorer sections for food-grains
does not have \ its own insurance business and it neither through PDS and other welfare schemes of the Central
has a judicial nor controlling authority,. It is saying time and Govemment for managing smooth levy of rice procurement.
again that it could not afford to offer more then 8.5 per But now, the food godowns are also going to be closed
cent. by the FCI authorities. They are not going to be non-
operated or will be dehlred in districts like Padipara,
MR. SPEAKER : Pie~RA finish early. You mention only
Gopalpur, Khardah, Kelvin, Canning Diamond Harbour,
that whatever you want to say. Shri Gudhe, this is not a
Kakinada, etc.
debate.

I would request the concerned hon. Minister, through

SHRI ANANT GUDHE : I urge upon the Govemment
you, to intervene in the matter and stop the FCI in taking
that no promotion has been given to tI:Ie employees of
insurance companies even after their sef'llce of 25 years. this dangerous anti-people measure.

They have been transferred to many places. ~.khs of SHRI SARBANANOA SONOWAL (Oibrugarh) : Sir, as

rupees are spent on them. Through you, I would like to you know, Assam is a very backward State In terms of

request the Govemment that the demand of employees of industrial development. ConSidering our Industrial back-
Public Sector Companies should be fulfilled and the wardness, the then Prime Minister Rallv Gandhi had
Ministry of Finance should ponder over this issue. promised to reopen Ashok Paper Min which Is situated In
the district of Bongaigaon as per the famous Assam Accord
[English} of 1985. In this regard, an amount of Rs. 68 crore have
been released and the Govemment of Assam with
MR. SPEAKER : I am noticing all those who are
Shanghi Group of Hyderabad had entered into an
disturbing the House. They will be adequately reciprocated.
agreement to reopen the Mill. But later on, it was reported
SHRI AlAKESH DAS (Nawadwlp) : Sir, I thank you for that the money has been mlssued. Nothing has been done
giving me this opportunity. In this regard so far. The Government of India has also
697 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 598

failed to monitor the implementation part. That Is why, I say should Immediately respond to these issues, especially the
that this is a very serious matter for the State of Assam. issue of the employees . ... (Interruptions) I would submit that
Several hundreds of employees and their family members the Govemment should take note of It and take necessary
are living in the world of uncertainty due to the non- action.
fuHillment of the commitment on the part of the Govemment
in the Assam Accord. (Translation]

I urge upon the Union Govemment to take up the SHRIDAHYABHAIVALLABHBHAIPATEL(Damanand

matter immediately and take all possible necessary steps Diu) : Mr. Speaker, Sir, discussion on the matter of

to reopen the Ashok Mills to meet the promises of the Privatization and corporatisation of electricity in Daman-

Assam Accord. If it is taken up immediately, then the people Diu and Dadar and Nagar Haveli is going on. But from

of Assam, particularly the youth of the State, will get a lot Daman-Diu and Dadra and Nagar Haveli we are giving

of inspiration and encouragement as many commitments profit of Rs.240 crores every year to central government.

have been made for the Industrial growth of Assam by Whal is the need for giving presentation for the

different Prime Ministers at different points of time. But privatization and corporatisation of electricity in Daman-Diu

nothing has been done in regard to this promise. My and Dadar and Nagar haveli by the Ministry of Home

humble submission to the concerned Minister is to Affairs and the Daman Administration. Daman Administra-

consider this matter as an emergent one and do the tion has paid Rupees 70 lac to Power Grid Company as

needful. consultation charges for privatization and corporatisation

of electricity. As per the electricity Act there is no need of
SHRI P.C. THOMAS (Muvattupuzha) : Sir, the Hlndustan privatization and corporatisation of profit earning compa-
Machine Tools is one of the major public sector nies. We are earning a profit of Rs.240 crore every year.
undertakings in our country, with six units across the Even in Anclaman and Nicobar and Lakahadweep there
country from Srinagar to Kerala. Its employees are in great is no privatization and corporatisation of electricity then
distress. Wage revision has been pending for the past nine what is the need to privatize and corporatise it in
years. It was last done in 1992 and it was over by 1996. Daman Diu and Dadar and Nagar Havell? Ministry of
From then on, this has been pending. Home Affairs and Daman administration are in favour of
privatization but general public In Daman-Diu, labour
There is another very serious issue. That is regarding
class, aU the political and employee organization,
the VRS. It was granted from their own funds and not from
Industrialists, people's representatlves ... (lnterruptions)
the National Renewal Fund. As far as the major public
undertakings are concerned, generally it is granted from {English}

.
the National Renewal Fund. I would submit that because
of this, about Rs.SOO crore have become the HMT's debt. MR. SPEAKER : You have made your point very clear.

Due to that, all units of the HMT, including the one in

(Trans/atlon)
Kerala, are facing difficulties. They are also becoming the
loss making units. SHRI DAHYABHAI VAlLABHBHAI PATEL: My demand
from the Central Government II that thiS propoeal may be
MR. SPEAKER : 'fbu request the Government to look
dropped immediately and an order should be Issued
into this Issue.
directly to the Daman Adminiltratlon in this regard so that

SHRI P.C. THOMAS : The unit in Kerala Is actually a the common people of this Union Territory could get

profit-making one. I would submit that the Government respite.

599 MARCH 22, 2005 600

[English} 13.00 h....

MR. SPEAKER : I am appealing to all the hon. SHRI PARASNATH YADAV (Jaunpur) : Mr. Speaker, Sir,
Members to be very brief. I have already given chance to Uttar Pradesh Is the largest and the moat backward state
21 hon. Members wants to speak. If you cooperate with of the country. ... {Interruptlons)

one another, then e can given opportunity to many

{English}
Members.
MR. SPEAKER : Just mention the points. If you are
{Translation}
making a long statement, I will not allow It.

SHRI AVINASH RAI KHANNA (Hoshiarpur) : Mr. (Interruptions)

Speaker, Sir, a number of movements were lauched for the
independence of the country and all these movement were MR. SPEAKER : Your points are not being recorded.

recognized as freedom movement. ... {Interruptlons) Why ara you saying them?

(Interruptions)"
{English}

MR. SPEAKER : I am very much thankful to you. I am

MR. SPEAKER You just tell us to what do you
also feeling thirsty. Please keep quite.
want.
{Translation}
(Translation1
SHRI PARASNATH YADAV : State Government have
SHRI AVINASH RAI KHANNA : Mr. Speaker, Sir, Sent a number of proposals for the projects related to
there was a Kuka movement. I want to cite one or two transport and road safety In Uttar Pradesh but the
examples from Kuka movement. The workers of Kuka Govemment is not paying attention towards these projects.
movement were blown off to death by canon. A young All round development of Uttar Pradesh Is being hindered
boy was left considering him an ir,noeent child. But he due to ignoration on the part of the Central Government,
compelled that he also wanted to die like a martyr however the number of vehicles are increasing very fast.
with them. The second example is about an another Proposal for opening of Trauma Centre Scheme and Motor
companion who was of short stature. He was allowed to Training College with a view to reduce the number of road
go. But he stood himself on the bricks in front of canon accidents at every 100 km. on National Highways has been

and said "now I may be blown off with this canon". sent for approval but no decision Is being taken In this

... (Interruptions) regard. I request you and through you I want to convey
the Union Government that Uttar Pradesh is being
{English} constituently neglected In this field. Uttar Pradesh Is the
largest state of the country. ... {Interruptlons)
MR. SPEAKER: Just mention the point. If you make
a long statement, I will not allow it. I urge upon the Government to accord sanction to the
proposals sent by the State Government.
SHRI AVINASH RAI KHANNA : Mr. Speaker, Sir, it is
{English}
a ,matter of sorrow that the Kuka Movement has not been
reCognized 8S freedom movement so far. Due to this, the MR. SPEAKER : It is about Uttar Pradesh. State
Nammdhari community among Punjabis are very agitated. matter does not come here. Nothing more is allowed. I am
I request you to declare J.(uka movement as freedom
movement. ·Not recorded.
 601 CHAJTRA 01, 1927 (SMa) 102

sorry you know very well that the state matters do not country. It is having some sophisticated Instruments allo,
come here. Nothing more will be recorded. I am lorry. It was manufacturing the end products which were getting
... (Interruptionsy used by our nationally acclaimed organtsatlons allO. Now,
the National Instrument limited Is almost on the verge of
[Translation}
closure. Functionally, It Is closed.

SHRI HANSRAJ G. AHIR (Chandrapur) : Mr. Speaker,

You also know, Sir, that the area is basically the
Sir, I want to speak about trlbals and children who are
education hub in Kolkata where the Jadavpur University,
living In rural areas of Maharashtra. Lakhs of children are
the Central Glass Ceramic Research Institute, the InSliMe
dying of malnutrition In Maharashtra.
of Chemical Biology are also situated In the same

There i8 a newspaper "Lokmat" which is being run by area. So, in such a condition, the National Instrument

Rajya Sabha, MP of Congress Party. He has written in the Limited should also be gainfully used by the Government

Newspapers that 25,000 children are suffering from also.

matnutrition in Melaghat of Maharashtra. The Government

The Jadavpur University, which Is one of the very
of Maharashtra says that only 600 children have died of
important Universities in the country, has approached the
Malnutrition in Maharashtra. Mr. Speaker, Sir, thousands of
Ministry saying that the NIL could proper1y be used and
children died in Chandrapur, Gadchiroli and other places
utilised by the University for Its academic and research
but the State Government is not serious about it. Sir,
purposes. It has already approached the Govemment of
. through you, I would like to say that in Maharashtra where
India, the Ministry of Industry. The West Bengal Government
tribal and non-tribal children are fighting against death
has also approached the Centre.
caused by malnutrition, the Government should send a
special inquiry team to inquire Into the matter. After MR. SPEAKER : What is your proposal?
assessing the situation the Government should formulate
a special programme and funds should be created to DR. SUJAN CHAKRABORTY : I do propose that the
protect the children suffering from malnutrition .. GovElrnment of India, Ministry of Industry should take
proper steps so that the NIL can really be gainfully used
(English) by the Jadavpur University for the benefit and interest of
education in the State.
MR. SPEAKER : You have made your point very well.

MR. SPEAKER: I am conscious that today is the World

(Interruptions)
Water Day. But by merely pressurising me, you cannot do
[Translation} anything.

PROF. MAHADEV RAO SHIWANKAR (Chirnur) : Mr. [Translation}

Speaker, Sir, I also associate myself with him.
SHRI PRADEEP GANDHI (Rajnandgaon): Mr. Speaker,
(English) Sir, through you I would like to invite the attention of the
Government towards mobile services made available by
MR. SPEAKER : Your association is being recorded.
the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited particularly in
Chhattisgarh which have a very long waiting list, and
DR. SUJAN CHAKRABORTY (Jadavpur) : Mr. Speaker,
majority of people are not able to get access to this service.
Sir, you must also be knowing that the National Instrument
Mobile telephone services should be provided immediately
Limited is one of the very premier organisations in the
in my constituency Rajnandgaon which is also district
·Not recorded. headquarter. Besides. mobile services should alao be
603 MARCH 22, 2005 Submissions by the MembenJ 604

[Shri Pradeep Gandhi) low ralnfa" in the entire country. Sir, water level In aI/ lakes
and ponds of Rajasthan has gone down due to Insufflclent
provided immediately to customers in Tahsil headquarter rainfall. There is similar situation in Madhya Pradesh also.
Dongangaon and Naxal affected area Chokimohalamanpur. When there is sufficient rainfall. water Is available in
For this purpose Central Govemment did no place Its order adequate magnitude in all lakes, ponds, wells, reservoir
in supply 01 machines has been delayed. Consequently and han~mps. Si~, Sagar Lake was brought into
programmes made by the telecommunication Department existence by Lakha Bsnjara in my Parliamentary Constitu-
could not be implemented in prescribed time limit. Through ency. This lake was identified for promotion under National
you, I request that machines for which orders have been Lake Promotion Scheme but no plan has been chalked
placed should be sent immediately to Chhattisgarh so that out for this purpose so far. I would like to demand. through
about 40 to 50 thousand people who are in waiting list you. Sir, that all lakes of· the State including Sagar lake
may get mobile phone connection immediately. which have been included in the National Water Promotion
Scheme be beautified by giving a special package by the
[English] Central Govemment.

SHRIMATI P. SATHEEDEVI (Badagara) : Mr. Speaker, [English] ,

Sir, I would like to draw the kind attention of the Minister

MR. SPEAKER : Shri Bellarmln.
of Communications regarding the anomalies arising out of
the formation of SDCA, Tellicherry under Kannur SSA in SHRI A. V. BELLARMIN (Nagercoil) : Sir, I have already
the State 01 Kerala. Without considering the area under the made my submission.
SDCA, the number of Exchanges, the equipped capacity
MR. SPEAKER i Shri N.N. Krishnadas. your matter
and the population, the telephone authorities have formed
relates to the State ~overnment. I am sorry.
the SOCA, Tellicherry which includes 36 Telephone
Exchanges situated in three Taluks. The Mahe area which
is a part of the Union Territory of Pondicherry is also
Included In this SDCA. Without providing any additional 13.09 hI'S.
facHltles to the subscribers, the bi-monthly rent in this area
SUBMISSIONS BY THE MEMBERS
i. increased from Rs.360 to Rs.540 saying that the total
number of telephone connections exceeded one lakh. The Re : World Water Day
number of minimum free calls entitled to a subscriber is
{Eng/ish]
also reduced to 100 instead of the earlier 150. The attitude
of the telephone authorities is quite unjustifiable. So, I urge MR. SPEAKER: Today is the World Water Day'. Only
upon the Minister to look into these anomalies and take one hon. Member namely Shrl Shallendra Kumar has
urgent steps to bifurcate the SDCA, Tellicherry and to given notice on this.
reduce the rent 80 that justice i. done to the poor rur' '
{Translation]
sub8c:ribers.

SHRI SHAILENDRA KUMAR (Chall) Mr. Speaker,

[Translation]
Sir....

SHRI VIRENDRA KUMAR (Sagar) : Mr. Speaker, Sir,

[English]
National Lake PromcItIQn Scheme ... a very Important
IICheme from the point of ~ of protecting anctent lakes MR. SPEAKER: Please walt. I have not asked you to
and ponds. Today, ground __ level is receding due to speak yet. Let me complete. Please take your seat.
805 Submissions by the CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Sake) Members 606

Only Shri Shliendra Kumar has given notice on 1he year only from the available stock. First layer of ground
Wortd Water Day'. Although he has raised one matter this water will be exhausted after 75 years.
week, ordinarily he would not have been pennltted, but
because of the Importance of the matter and due to his I would like to request all the han. Members sitting
aiertn888 In raising this matter, I am permitting him today. here that they should spend from their Member of
But this should not be treated as a precedent. Parliament Local Area Development Fund for building
check dams to preserve water by collecting rain water or
Shri Shaliendra Kumar, please speak only on water. river water so that we can deal with the problem of potablf'
water in future.
[Translation]

[English]
SHRI SHAILENORA KUMAR: Mr. Speaker, Sir, Thanks
a lot. MR. SPEAKER: I think, the House, as a whole. should
be concemed itsen to finding out ways and means of
MR. SPEAKER : No thanks, please speak.
helping the Govemment and the Government should take

SHRI 8HAILENORA KUMAR : Today I.e. 22nd March, a policy of preserving rain water. I thin/(, that is a very good

2005 Is World Water Day. There Is utility of water If life and point.

water Is life. Before water is Included in rare comrnoditiee,

The names of Chaudhary Lal Singh, who represents
all hon. Members should ponder over this. One fourth
Jammu constituency, Shri Raghuraj Singh Shakya, who
population of the world I.e. 150 crore people are deprived
represents Etawah constituency and SM Chandra Sekhar
of potable water. Every eight second a child dies out of
Sahu, who represents 8erhampur conatltuency, should be
water born disease. Water resources are diminishing due
asaociated because they want to raise issues about their
to environmental pollution, natural imbalance and indls·
respective constituencies.
criminate exploitation on which all han. Members should
express their concern. As per Intemational agreement, it (Interruptions)
Is our duty to bring improvement in water and sanitation
campaign by 2015. It is a cause of concem that In two {Ttans/atlon]
decades water level has gone down by four meters In 286
districts of 18 States in India. lest the water should become CHAUDHARY LAL SINGH (Udhampur) : Mr. Speaker,

the cause of war In future, we all have to show our concem 81r, the name of my Parliamentary Constituency has been

over it. Han of the population In the country Is dependent mentioned.

upon ground water for water. Ground water has become

MR. SPEAKER : I have mentioned.
polluted in 22 big industrial cities where we have to pay
attention. Salinity in ground water is increasing rapidly In CHAUDHARY LAL SINGH: My Parliamentary constitu-
17 States. Uttar Pradesh tops the list. The content of arsenic ency is Udhampur, not Janvnu 88 you just told.
nitrate fluoride is greater. People are suffering from
fluorosis anaemia and due to shortage of calcium in bones [English]
many diseases are spreading. Every year ground water
MR. SPEAKER : I stand corrected. He represents
level Is going down by 25 to 30 centimeter. Today, the
Udhampur constituency.
farmer is bound to work as a Jabourer leaving farming due
to fall in ground water level. 25 cubic meter water is
(Interruptions)
exploited every hour out of 26 to 28 million cubic meter
ground water. 10 million meter water has diminished last
607 MARCH 22, 2005 608

[TransllltJon)

CHAUDHARY BIJENORA SINGH (Aligarh) : Mr. ~DHARY BIJENDRA SINGH: I have got a paper
SpeakBr, Sir, I thank you for giving me an opportunity to with me in which one Minister of the Government there
speak. has accepted that the police Ie guilty and the· officers there
are also guilty.
{EI1f1IIsh}
(EngNsh)
MR. SPEAKER : Only the speech of Chaudhary
MR. SPEAKER : Please do not go In detail In regard
Bijendra Singh will be recorded.
to State matters.

(lnterruptlonsr (1ianslstlon)

MR. SPEAKER: You should know, at least, I have given CHAUDHARY BIJENDRA SINGH : I would like to
you two opportunities probably this week. This week, you convey to the Government through you, Sir, that it should
have spoken. This is not the way to disturb the proceedings. issue instructions to pay compensation to the poor who
At least, get yourself acquainted by this time. This House have become homeless. Action should be taken against
Is functioning for nine months now. the police and officers who have committed excesses
there.
(Translstion)
{English]
CHAUDHARY BIJENDRA SINGH : Mr. Speaker, Sir, I
MR. SPEAKER : We shall see whether It relates to the
would like to draw the attention of the Government through
State or the Centre.
you, Sir, towards a burning problem and alarming incident
for which the Government has a primary commitment. In (Translstion]
Indian democracy the people of the country are all
CHAUDHARY BIJENDRA SINGH: Mr. Speaker, Sir, not
powerful. Whether it is a State Government or the Central
only this, the police has acted there unconstitutionally and
Government, primarily they are committed to the people
the buildings they have demol/shed ... (Int8nuptions)
belonging to minorities, dalits and backward classes. I
would Hke to draw the attention of the Government, through {English]
you, Sir, towards the atrocities committed on backwards
MR. SPEAKER : Nothing about the Police.
and minorities in AI/garh by the administration and
administrative authorities on 17 March. There is a village (Interruptions)
Mukundpur in Aligarh. where 48 houses were destroyed
by bulldozers at 1~. !"oon on last 17 March in connivance MR. SPEAKER : I have allowed you but you are
of Senior administrative officers, S.P. Ara, C.O. and S.O. crossing the Iskshmsn rekhs.

This has rendered the people residing there homeless and

The House standa adjourned to meet again at 12.15
jobless.
p.m

(English) 13.15 hra.

MR. SPEAKER You write to the hon. Horne The Lole Ssbhs then sdjoumed for Lunch tNl fifteen
\

Minister. minutes pltSt Fourteen of the Clock.

4

"Not recorded.
609 MattenJ under CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) Rule 377 610

14.16 hr.. under Ayyalur Range. The above said road is connecting
ten villages. This road may also be included In the OIRSVY·
The Lok Sabha re-assembled after Lunch at sixteen
Scheme 2005-06. Dlndlgul district.
minutes past Fourteen of the Clocic.

I request the Hon.· Minister of Environment and

[Mr. Speaker in the Chaitj
Forests to include all the above said roads in Dinulgui

MATTERS UNDER RULE 377* district under "RSVY" Scheme - 2005-06" and the work
may be taken up immediately.
{English]
(II) Need to review the rural development
MR. SPEAKER : Matters under rule 377 may be laid programmes undertaken during the period
on the Table of the House. 1998-2004 In Mehana Parliamentary Con-
stituency, Gujarat.
(I) Need to undertake developmental
programmes In Natham and Vedasanthu [Translation]
Talukal of Palanl Parliamentary Constitu-
SHRI JIVABHAI A. PATEL (Mahsana) : Mr. Speaker,
ency, Tamil Nadu under the Rashtrlya Sam
Sir. my Parliamentary Constituency Mehsana is not being
Vlkal Yojna (RSVP)
benefited by rural schemes. DUFing the period 1998-2004
SHRI S.K. KHARVENTHAN (Palani) : In my Palani the amount of Rs.750 crores has been alloca:ed but not
Parliamentary Constituency, in Natham Taluk, in Lingavadi even ten percent of the work has been clone with this
Pal)?~ayat. Lingavai Malaiyur is a hilly area. Thousands amount. Under these schemes the work on drinking water
of people are living in the hilly region. The residents of has not been done at all. Hundreds of the people from
the are have to eros"; 3.2 km. in hilly area. For emergency rural areas has fallen ill due to consumption of floride water
purposes. like taking patients to hospital. they are lifted and the Implementation of rural development programmes
by others on their hands or by cot. Out of 3.2 kms .• is not being done properly so there is a need to review
0/0-2/0 is forest area and 2/0 - 3/2 is Panchayat road. This the rural development programmes.
may be included in 'RSVY' Scheme. 2005-06, Dindigul
I request the Central Government through this House
disrict.
to review the rural development programmes in Mehsana
In the same Natham taluk, another hilly area called Parliamentary Constituency and assess the money spent
Peria Malaiyur - Chinn a Malaiyur - Valasai in Kuttupatty and the amount of work done thereon during the period
Panchayat and Chethur Panchayat is located. Nearly 2000 1998-2004.
people are living in the hilly region. To reach the town. the
(III) Need to provide a special package for
people of that region have to walk nearly 6.4 km - 0/0
undertaking developmental work In Khoda-
- 0/4 - is Panchayat promboke (waste/uncultivable) land
Makanpur Colony In Hapur Parliamentary
and 0/4 - 6/4 - is Forest Land. From Malaiyar to Valasai
Constituency, U.P.
0/0 - 1/2 km. also may be included in the 'RSVY' Scheme
2005-06, Dlndigul district. SHRI SURENDRA PRAKASH GOYAL (Hapur) : Mr.
Speaker. Sir, my Parliamentary Constituency Hapur-
In Vedasanthur Taluk. the road between Malaipatty to
Ghaziabad falls within NCR. GhaZlabad is developing as
Valavichettipaatty - 6 kms. is a forest road. It is coming
a mega-city. Central Govemment is providing central
"Treated as laid on the Table of the House. fund for the development of big cities. I demand the same
611 Me1ters undtlr MARCH 22, 200S RIM 3'f7 612

[Shri Surenctra pnakMhCioVllJ' among the Scheduled Castes category. This would really
help the needy among· the' downtrodden and achieve the
special package for Ghazlabed dietrjgt and especially for
obfeCtIve of the Government.
Khoda-Makanpur Colony, which is just 6 km. away from
Delhi, for the work of sewer, drainage, road, potable water (v) Need for doubUng and electrification of

and . electrification. This cOlony is surrounded by Oeltrli, rall-v line linking Waltalr (Vlzag), Ralpur and
Noida, Greater Noida, Indirapuram like big institulee, Bokaro
industrial cjtie~ and societies. In this 811uation th~ is neeG
SHRI BIKRAM KESHARI OED (Kalahandi) : The
to provide Central funds to develop this colony.
railway section from Waltair (Vizag), East Coast Railway

I demand to the Central Government that. seeing the Division to Ralpur which is under Bilaspur Division and

importance of Ghaziabad district an arrangement should Bokaro should be doubled and electrified. With the

be made to provide a special package for 'undertaking doubling of the tine five steel plants and two aluminum
developmental work in Khoda-Makanpur Colony. comptex; namely -' ~HI8I; 'V1sakhapatnam, Durgapur,
BokarO,Aourketa wm have proper port connectivity with
(Iv) Need to Include 'Dallt Christie. .' In the Vlzag.GopBfpur and Dhamara Port which are conducive
oategory of Scheduled Cute. for export of mineral finished products.

[English) (vi) Need to reconstitute the Special Inve.tlgatlng

Team and High Power Committee In the North
SHRI L. RAJAGDPAL (Vijayawada) : Dalit practising Eastern Region
Christianity faith are excluded from Scheduled Castes
category and are treated as B.C. Category only. If we ,look SHRI TAPJR GAO (Arunachal East) : Special Inves-

at the living conditions of aU Dalit Christiane, the"' .is .no tigating team constituted by the Ministry of Environment
difference in economic or social conditiQna when and Forests and high powered Committee for North
compared to other dati... It Is an irony. that just by practising Eastern Region are working there to regulate the timber

their faith of choice, excludes them from ~I the benefits trade of North East, as per order of Hon. Supreme Court

that they originally enjoyed as dalits in a democratic and dated 15.01.1998. The people of North East cannot move

secular countryHke India. I have personally seen the living against them in Hon. Supreme Court due to geographical

conditions of dallt Christians in various villages In my constraints and due to this all the timber trade and wood

Parliamentary constituency and in spite of several years based industries of Arunachal Pradesh have been closed.

of Independence, they are still living in temporary hutments Proceeding/decisions of SIT and HPC with regard to timber

as daily wage farm labourers. The situation Is such that wagons detained during 1999/2000 must be reviewed and
all the members of these Committees should be replaced
unless both the wif~ ~nd husband, work they qilnnot meet
the both ends and the earnings are just enough to feed with officers1mowlng the ground reanties of North East. SIT
and HPC should be shifted from Delhi to North-East for
their family with low nutrition food. lienee, I feel ~ l'Iho
better functioning and monitoring.
practise their own faith of worship which could include
t., \". r
Christianity. Islam should also be treated as daMs with futl
(vii) Need to addre.. the prQbleml Gffarme,.
benefits that come under Schedul~' Cast&s category.
carrying out cuHlvatlon In the Indo-Pel&: border
However, in case the Government feels that by conversion
dlatrJca. of Punjab , '
the standard of living and social status of some dalils, has
improved, then we could "adopt .. policy Elf giVing the UttnOst SHRI NAVJOT SINGH SIDHU (Amntsar) : Pun;ab has
priority to the eeonomicatIY and ~oCtatly backWarchections 553 kilometre Indo-flak border spread over tnrep. districts.
 CHAITRA 01, 1927 -(Saka) ;Rufe 377 614

I..............r, Gurdaspur and Ferozpur. In order to check the Parttamentary Constituency. Thef8 is a need to deYelop the
Increlll8d traffic of Infiltrators, the work of fencing and Blo-1echno1og1ea Inthefleld· of . horticulture, need-based
lighting Of 1tI8 'b6rtfer wu' undertaken In 1998. It created bio-pestlcldes, food processing, vermi-bio-technology,
lot of probleWl'8':llnCt'hard8hipa for people residing along animal husbandry, apiculture, medicine and aromatic plant
the border, especially those ownIng land across the fence. cultivation and processing which is possible if the Rural
Residents of fencing affected areas suffer economic Technology is set up in that State.
hardships and 'faCe ·lack df InfraethlOture, Industrial growth
and employment. The fence Is 1 kilometre beyond the I request the Govemment to set up the Rural
border ~at some places and a little more or Jess at other Technology Centre in Jhalawar district in Rajasthan
points. The fence has created lot of problems for framers. without any further delay.
In many cases, the land has been divided Into two parts,
(Ix) N..d to restrain domestic newsprint makers
rendering the portion across the fence into an uneconomic
from raising prIce of newlprlnt from the 1st
hoidiAg. Thecuttlvators have to waste a· Jot of time ,togo
April, 2005
across the. fence into an uneoonomic· holding. The
cultivators ~ve to waste a lot of time to go .1ICAl881he fenee
SHRI P. KARUNAKARAN (Kasargod) : I would like to
to cultivate land and Boraer Security Police personnel also
bring the attention of the Govemment towards the decision
create lot of· problema to fanners. Apart from this, women
taken by the domestic newsprint makers to raise standard
are not allowed to work in their own land, as the BSF has
newsprint prices by at least Rs. 1000/- a tonne onwards
no lady staff for their checking and frisking. Even their hired
from April, 2005.
labourers are also not allowed to go. I also draw your kind
aHention towards supply of power across the fence Is It is learnt that the move to revise prices has been
erratic. They are not allowed to grow tall crops like ratified by the Indian Newsprint Manufacturers Association.
sugarcane due to security reasons. The working hours are The prices may be increased further after examining the
also fixed. impaot of VAT on newsprint, to be effectively from the 1st
April. Contrary to the elq)8Ctation that the implementation
Through you, Sir, I would like to request the
of VAT on newsprint may bring down prices, it is feared
Govemment to look into the maHer and give suitable
that consumers may not get the desired benefit in the event
compensation to the affected farmers.
of prices being revised further. The newsprint manufactur-
(viII) Need to 88t up a Rural Technology Centre In ing has become capital-intensive because domestic
Jha'awar Parliamentary ConstItuency. manufactures depend heavily on imported raw materials.
RIIJasthan It the price increase comes in force, the small-scale
newspaper ca~not survive. It will lead to the monopoly J
SHRI DUSHVANTSINGH (Jhalawar) : I would like to
very few big concerns.
draw the aHention of the Govemment· to the need to let
up a Rural Technology Centre In the State of Rajasthan. Since the increase in newsprint prices will affect the
Keeping in view the need to den'Ionstratt various bio- print media adversely especially the ImaH newspaper
technologies and to provide training to rural youths In cornpanl-. afreadyfacing various financial Cri~8 tor Its
these technologies with the overall objectives of rural sutvival, I would request the Govemmentto take immediate
development 'through technology intervention, the State measures to control the domestic newsprint makers from
Govemment tias sent a proposal to set up the Rural their move to raise prices of MWaPMt which II IIkety to
Technology Centre in JhIIIIwat :diatrict which Is my In0NJ8S8 wilheffect from the 1st April, 2005.
615 Matters under MARCH 22, 2005 Rule 377 616

(x) Need to formulate labour Intensive economic (Pune-Sangalore) near Karad town in Satara district of
and Indultrlal policies for enabling all-round Maharashtra. The entire hill is under forest departmenl The
development of the country hill is having ancient Budha Caves of Satavahana period
which are of historic and religious importance. The caves
(Translation]
resemble world famous Ajanta - Ellora caves and are of
SHRIMATI JAYAPRADA (Rampur) : Mr. Speaker, Sir, the same era. In order to attract more tourists and as the
India is a country of villages but villages are in deplorable hill is under forest department. a eco-tourism project is
condition. That the 60 per cent consumption expenditure prepared by the forest department on the demand of
of the country is being incurred in villages, is a matter of
people's representative and the public at large. The project
surprise and joy but if you look at per capita consumption
proposal is costing Rs. 30 crores and It includes setting
expenditure then the situation will be quite different. At the
up of a rope-way, erection of two windmills, medicinal plant
national level per capita consumption expenditure in
garden, botanical garden, watch towers, rose garden,
villages is Rs.986 where as it is Rs.85S in cities. This
clearly indicates the condition of villages today. More than development of ancient caves, etc. The proposal has been

a decade has passed while talking about the economical forwarded to the Central Govemment though Government
reforms in the country but even today one representative of Maharashtra.
of the country wants export as a base for development
where another considers capital investment essential for I request the Central Government to accord sanction

economic development. Due to this dilemma common man to the proposal early.
of the country is not being benefited. The fact is that the
(xII) Need to set-up a civil aerodrome In
basis for the development of the country can be utilization
of labour intensive technology. It is true that industries Jamshedpur Parliamentary Constituency,

should be promoted, service-sector should be expanded, Jharkhand

agriculture should be expanded but the first priority of the
(Translation]
country should be to provide job to every citizen. People
supporting the present Government are opposing foreign
SHRI SUNIL KUMAR MAHATO (Jamshedpur) : Mr.
direct investment because they know that this capital
Speaker, Sir, My Parliamentary Constituency Jamshedpur
investment cannot become a base for the development of
the country and this foreign capital does not create a Is the only industrial area of Jharkhand where many

condition to give a job to every one and if there is a industrial institutes are being run. Alongwlth this, valuable
precondition that this capital will be utilized in labour natural resources, mines and minerals are also available
intensive technology then no one will oppose foreign around Jamshedpur only. Raw material from here is
capital investment. So, I request the Government to change supplied to various areas. Due to all these reasons,
the present economic and industrial policy to make it representatives from various undertakings frequently visit
labour Intensive into provide job to everyone In the country.. Jamshedpur. But there is not government aerodrome here
due to which industrialists and tradel'8 face many
(xl) Need to accord approval to the Maharalhtra
Government's propoul for developing eco- inconveniences and which makes negative impact on the

tourism at Aguhlva Hills on Nlltlonal High- economical development of the country. Iron and Steel
way No.4 Near Karad town In Sata,. Dlltrlc' Company of TISCO Is situated In this very city of
Jamshedpur whose products are used in many industrial
{English]
institutes and the producers of SrnafI and big vehicles
SHRI SHRINIWAS DADASAHEB PATll (Karad) : TELCO Private Enterprises is also situated here only
Agashlva Hills is located on National Highway No. 4 whose products are exported.
617 MIItt.,.. under CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) Rule 377 818

I request the Central Govemment through this House There is a metre gauge line from Naupada to Gunupur
to set up a civil aerodrome In Jarnshedpur for the want In my Srlkakulam Parliamentary Constituency, which
of which the development of this area is not taking place. connects Naupada in Andhra Pradesh to Gunupur in
Otherwise there is a private aerodrome of TISCO Cornpanv.
Orissa State under Waitair Dlvialon of East Coast Railways.
By expanding It Govemment and private aircrafts of air
An allocation of Rs.30 crore hal been released for the
services can be operated from here. Govemment should
aforesaid cenversion work out of sanctioned amount of
take initiative in this regard.
Rs. 100 crore. This year, I requested for RI.20 crore but only
(xIII) Need to provide financial assistance to the RI.S crore has been allocated which is not sufficient for
Government of Andhra Pradesh to tide over speeding up the work.
the problem of shortage of drinking weter In
Telangana region I request the Hon. Minister for Railway to kindly
release another Rs.20 crore for expediting the work.
{English]
(xv) N..d to make Jammu and Kashmir State
SHRI B. VINOD KUMAR (Hanamkonda) : Several
entitled for Non-Lap..ble Central Pool of
villages/mandals in Andhra Pradesh, particularly In
Resources for enabling development of
Telangana region are experiencing acute shortage of
tourism Industry In the State
drinking water. Due to consecutive drought for the last
seven years, which is unprecedented in the recent history
SHRI ABDUL RASHID SHAHEEN (Baramulla) : In
of Andhra Pradesh, water table of tube-wells has reached
view of the changing scenario and with the historical
to abysmally low level upto more than four hundred feet
agreement between India and Pakistan on opening Uri-
causing undue hardship to the people, particularly women
Muzzafarabad Road necessitates to start 'ast development
folk in drawing water. The traditional wells and other water
resource bodies such as water tanks have completely of necessary infrastructure In Uri, Gurez, Machil, Bungus

dried up. There is no trace of drinking water in and around Handwara and other tourist destinations. In order to
the villages within a radius of 4 km. The Central mobilize resources on assured basis a sustained availabi-
Government in coordination with State Govemment should lity of funds is required.
immediately intervene in the matter and coneve an urgent
meeting of all District Collectors so as to assess the ground So, we request the Govemment that the long pending
situation and to know the gravity of the situation prevailing demand of the people of Kashmir to link the Jammu and
in the Telangana districts. Special granVfunds and liberal Kashmir State to Non-Lapsable Central Pool of Resources
financial assistance should be extended to the State (NCCPR) be fulfilled. This experiment ha. already shown
Government of Andhra Pradesh to enable them to good results in North-East (NE).

0'
undertake various drinking water schemes and for supply
of water through tankers from the water sources which are Tourism industry being a major source employ-
available In the nearby areas and to tide over the crisis ment, development of this Industry can address the
during the current summer season. concerns of educated unemployed poputatlon of the State.
Now that the possibility 0' peace retumlng to Jammu and
(xlv) Need to aUocate mora funds for speeding up
gauge conversion work on NaupadeoGunupur
Kashmir has become visible, development 0' Infrastruc-
ture for tourist IndU8try Is an Imperative for Jammu and
railway aectlon In Waltalr Division of East·
Kashmir.
Coast Railway

SHRI KINJARAPU YERRANNAIDU (Srikakulam)

619 ,MARett 22, 2005 Patents (AmendmsnIJ BIll, IOD5

14.17 ..... "', l House 80 . . . .II the sectIone of Parlament may stroogty
aupport it and .... the Bill in the interael,of-thec:ounlly.
STATUTORY RESOl.UTION R~ DISAPPROVAL OF Why there i8 80 nwch delay? The Government c;ame .Into
PATENTS (AMENDMENT) ORDINANCE power on 218t May,.2004. So much time hall passed since
then. Everyone hoped that this Bill would pr:eaentedwhen
AND
th9f8. was discussion on this Bill. Yesterday only. it was

PATENTS (AMENDMENT) BILL. 2005 stated by the Members of treasury benches, the han.
Minister also by some other Members it was a baby of the
(English) BJP and the then NDA Government. After working hard of
course it was a baby of BJP and NDA Government, aim
MR. SPEAKER : Now, the House will . . . up Item with good intention, the draft of this Bill was prepared. After
Nos. 21 and 22 together. ,j preparing the Draft Bill, it was referred to the Parliamentary
Standing Committee on the Speaker. Our intention was that
{Transilltion}
every aspect of the Bill be considered in the Standing

SHRI BACHI SINGH RAW/IfJ 'BACHDA' (Almora) : Mr. Committee and a ccjncrete Bill be presented In this House.

Speaker, Sir, I beg to move: But the poIitleal situation was s~h that the Bill was lapsed
due to dissolution of lok Sabha on g February, 2004. This
"that this House disapproves the Patent (Amendment) Bill was again brought In. It W8S a goVernment Bill. The
Ordinance. 2004 (No.7 of 2004) promulgated by the new eovernment came into power on 21st May. The Bill
President on 26th December, 2004". was received by him on 21 st May. From 21 st May to
December 26, when this ordinance was promulgated,
{English} there was a lot of time with the Government but this time
was not utilized as a result of which, there was so many
THE MfNISTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
shortcomings in the Bill. Now the Government itself
(SHflI KAMAL NATH) : I beg to move:
admitted that some amendments are required to be made

"That the Bill further to amend the Patents Act, 1970 in the Bill which have been circulated in the morning. Some

be taken into consideration.· amendments are yet to be circulated.

(Transilltion) I think that the hon. Members have not gone through
this Bm fUlly. We sent this Bill to the Parliamentary Standing
SHRI BACHI SINGH RAWAl' 'BACHDA' : Mr. Speaker. Committee so that necessary amendments could be
Sir. on March 18, 2005 'when this Bltl was preaented in carried out in the Bill. But the Baby Which you have
the House to replace the ordinance, almost aH the adopted was not fully taken care of. You have brought this
opposition parties including the left had opposed this Bill 8nt in toto by way of ordinance. I am unable to understand
regarding the constitutionality and legal competence of the why you have brought this ordinance when the House was
Bill. Besides that all them raised an unequivocal and strong in Session until 23 December, 2004. There is no
demand· that this BRI may be forwarded to the Standing explanation as to why this Ordinance has been promul-

COmmittee for their consideration wlthtnthe· stipulated time gated on 26 December. This clearly shows that your

and after consideration the appreheneions exprftsed ·In intention was not fair and you did not want proper debate

the Houee 8S wellaa In and outside the country be on this Bill. Now only one day has been left. the day after

removed accordingly. tomorrow in a Private Members' Day and sl1Ch an Important

Bill should have been discusaed properly. But J think that
Therefore, a concrete Bill be brought before the dl..,it1J\.wIII not taM pi!108. any more. Today time 18 left
621 ' PIitfInts(Amendment) CHAfTAA 01, 1927' (SIikII) BIll, 2005 822

with us and' We can have above one and a half month's this Bill PharmlC8U1icale. Food and ChemIcal Technology
time. Under 'ArttCle '123'of the Constitution It is obligatory are mainly three subject$. At that time, all the th.... .ubject8
that when ·boththe' Houses of Partlarrlent are In SessIon were kepi outside and It was mandatory that ..... 18th
then the Bill has to be brought In the House within six January. 2004, such product -"ouId be pain. Arrange.
weeks. Where, the 'Constltutlon puts some restriction, It ment for patent of other producta have alraadymade but
helps us also. Under Article 85, the Govemment has righ1 there are appt'8hensions among the people of the country
that: and which are becoming true .. the excluelYe marketing
rights have been given to • company whtch II Switzerland
{English}
based Novartis Company. Prior to that Tamil Nadu based
eight companies were engaged in the manufacturing of
Article 85 of the Constitution, on Sessions of
Innovative Mesllet drugs for blood cancer. The range of
Parliament, prorogation and dissolution says:
their medicine was from ten to twelve thousand rupees.
"(1) The President shall from time to time summon When you have given exclusive marketing rights to
each Mouse of Parliament to meet·at8tlCh.tlme Novartls Company the company approached Madras
and place 88,he thinks fit, .but six monthI,ahaJI High Court which banned manufacturing of drugs. As a
not intervene between :.. I... elttlng in one result, they started selling drugs for" Rs. one lakh twenty
seresionand,the date appointed forb;first aittirrg thousand i.e. ten times more than the actual cost. In
in the next session. the first .round since I January. 2001, the developed
countries like Italy the patent of their products got effected
(2) The president may from time to time- from that day itself and after re-commencement of patnnt
laws. the price of drugs recorded nearly two hundred
(a) Prorogue the Houses or either Housf:
percent hike.
{Translation}
Mr Speaker, Sir. thl. can be elarified by citing one
As per Article 123, it is r,e':'6S$a(y that no orolHanCE' more example. I am going to refer two such drugs. One
can be promulgated when the House Is in SeSSion anc! IS Anti-ulcer drug viz. Ranitidine. The strip of 10 tablets 150
in such sitUation your Bill will be lapsed. If the Government mg. aach cost Rs.6 and 2 paise In India, Rs.74.09 In
brings any proper motion with the consent of all the Pakistan, As.247 in Britain and As.863 in America.
honourable Leaders and agrees to refer the Bill to the Similarly, a 30 mg. capsule OMAPREZOL cost Rs.22.50 in
Standing Committee. even then there is binding on us that India, Rs.578 In Pakistan, As.BiO in Britain and Rs.2047
the maHer has to be decided before 8th April. It can be 10 America. You can see that there Is a big gap in the
easily passed before 8th April as no House is proposed pricing of products. When we talk about the patent of
by that time. The recess of Parliament will be upto 24th a product, it means we are granting monopoly of
April and after that it should be got passed. It should be that product. Then you can feel how much increase will
discussed in the Standing Committee thoroughly and be there. Therefore, it can be said that with the steep
brought again when the two Houses meet again. There rise in the prices of drugs, these would be out of reach
is almost 2 months time upto 6th April and I do not of common man. I feel that this apprehension is quite
think that the Govemment would like to con&ideron this true.
issue.
Under Atticle-21 of the Constitution of India, every
In this 8iH there is an issue of Fundamental Right. person has the right to live. Apart from the Constitution of
In Artlde 21, -fOtight to life aleo 'inch1de8 right~o' 1'IeaHh. In India. the Supreme Court has al80 held from time to time
623 Patents (Amenclrn6nt) MARCH 22, 2005 8ill, 2005 624

[Shri Bachl Singh Rawat 'Bachda') Mr. Speaker, Sir, Shri B.K. Kella has written a book
on National Working Group on Patent Laws in February,
t~~ th~ . right to health is also included in the right to live
2005. He has sent this book to all Members of Parliament
'wtJ.!c:.h:
~. -
"'$8 been... guaranteed indirectly Under Article-13 and
) , ':' and this book is available in Parliament Ubrary. He has
it :.wilIC~rtainly affect this. referred to the year 2003 regarding America on page 5
of the book which is a very long report.
My submission is that this Bill is against the national
irite~st~· and .fUlfilis', the intereSts of the multi national
There is only one concemed portion which I would
companies·. In this connection, the product patent system
like to put before you:-
which is being introduced or the way if is being introduced
will affect the availability of medicines.· Moreover, it· is riot [English]
necessary that the product· which is patented has to be
produced in India. There is an provision in it that they can ·Patent applications have doubled in the last twelve

also go for Import.· Consequently, the industries engaged . years and are increasing at about ten per cent per
, I
year.V'ftth yearly applications approximately 3,00,000,
'J', •.

in production of life saving medicines, will face closure.

Due to monopoly, the~e' Wili·be steep hike in the prices they arrive at the rata of about 1,000 each working

of medicines. I would like to cite an 'example ~f Chilli. Five day. A corps of some 3,000 examiners must deal with

multi national compa~ies namely~Pfizer, Park Davis, the flood of filings. Hearings participants estimated

Boyer, Scooib and Shearing' A.G. are running there. When that patent examiners have from 8 to 25 hours to read

the patent system was introduced there which we are also and understand each application, search for prior art,

going to introduce, their own factories closed down and evaluate patentability, communicate with the appli-

they imported the products and began to sell them at cant. work out necessary revisions and reach and

arbitrary prices. There is an objection to the system which write up conclusions."

is being introduced here. Through the amendment made

[Translation]
today. the Government have tried to give protection to
those who have got patent and they should get relief in On the basis of this. it can be stated that when there
the reverse process. However. the situation is not very clear are lakhs of applications in these countries, there will be
because they will have to pay royally. it is not known as a tsunami of applications in our country as well. Moreover,
to what will be their range if royalty is not fixed. There will there is a likelihood of overlooking the interests of the
be a gap between patent holder and the manufacturer and genuine patent cases. But when it will not be manageable,
a difficult situation will arise. We will face a major problem 'WI PO'. the World Intellectual Property Organisation can
regarding the scope of patentability. The scope of take up this case. So. there is a possibility of this which
patentability is not so far properly defined. We were hoping
should be avoided and the flexibility of definition should
that basic and original ooncepts would be added to the
also be avoided and what is more is to pay proper attention
word invention as you have maintained a sort of flexibility
to the medicines alongwith the basis invention.
in the definition of this Bill. The Gov!. Claims that this
can be used in a new way and such products can be Mr. Spoaker. Sir. I would like to say that when a
patented without new words or concepts being incorpo- ministerial conference had taken place in Seattle in the
rated therein. This is Similar to the pal ant laws of year 1999. then all the activists. N.G.O's and other
China and Amenca. I would like to cite an example of the organisations had staged a huge demonstration for the
difficulty being faced by America and China due to this cause of public health and it was because of their pressure
provision. that the Seattle conference could not be completed. There
625 Patents (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) SIR, 2005 826

was a conference in Doha again In the year 2001 following but also lakhs of 8uch people who will have to pay a heavy
the same pressure. That time Late Shrl Murasoll Maran was cost for their business as whole-sellers and producers. So,
our Minister of Commerce. He had strongly presented the there should be a provision in this Bill to protect their
case 0' all the undeveloped and developing countries interest as well.
including India. There was a discussion on the subject-
I would like to mention that the BIn for the year 2003
•Agreement on Trips and Public Health" and if we want
to incorporate the relaxations 0' that period, we can do
whm has been discussed here and which has been
requested to be referred to the Standing Committee and
so because the provision which we are bringing, has
was sent there also. Prior to it, a Bill had been laid on
permission and scope for the same which should be fully
the table of the Rajya Sabha for which a joint
utilized by the Government. However, it has not been
Parliamentary Committee was constituted under the
utilized.
Chairmanship of Shri T.N. Chaturvedi which held 39

Mr. Speaker, Sir, the mail box installed for the purpose, meetings. Every aspect was discussed in detail. Then also

has already received around nine thousaAd applications the N.D.A. had made it clear that the Bill should be sent

which have been received within the country from 01 for discussion and study. When the report was received
and the amendments were received during discussion,
January, 1995 till 01 January, 2005. Those who have got
then the draft Bill was retumed and It was accepted in the
patent in foreign countries, have sought exclusive
same fct"hn. I wouid like to urge again that our intention
marketing rights here on this basis. Out of these nine
has been ciear earlier and it is the same case with regard
thousand applications, around five thousand applications
to the Bill, 2003. However, the intention of the treasury
are related to patent of drugs and around four thousand
benches is not clear. Had their intention been clear, the
applications are related to foreign companies. Therefore,
position regarding the Bill would also have been the same.
this cannot be denied that foreign companies are applying
The Bill has been introduced here on 18th and we are
for patents here. However, those who have already 99t
in final process on 21 st and 22nd. The amendments are
patent and have their applications in mail box, find sO/!'le
only of fake nature. It cannot be said that these
different picture because we have to pay E.M.R. to them
amendments wiii be discussed in detail.
and if we pay E.M.R., then the possibility of rising the prices
of public health by ten to twenty times and forty times, This is a matter of public domain. You are bringing
cannot be ruled out. So, as per our arrangement, anex- it for compulsory license but It has some shortcomings
parte factory price, around four to five percent of the which the han. Minister can resolve even now. It is required
remaining turnover can be expected while they have fixed to review the provision of compulsory license as well as
the rate of royalty between two percent to ten percent in the pre-grant representation because we are making
many countries. However, it has been fixed on negotiations representation before giving patent and making a
in our country even now and it can be reconsidered as provision for its opposition after the approval. of patent. It
there is no such provision for it in W.T.O. or Trips agreement is nowhere. neither in TRIPS nor In any agreement, defined
and when it is being brought on trips, then it is required as to what to do. If we want that there should not be a
to be seen in the same pretext. rush of patent and frivolous application In the country,
then we should give the right to pre-grant opposition
Mr. Speaker, Sir, there is one more danger involved ... (Interruptions)
in it which is regarding the industries in which a great deal
of capital is required to be invested. As far as patented ~. Mr. Speaker. Sir, please grant me some more time to
drugs of mul1l"4t1onal companies are concemed, the price apeak. If something is left, you wHi grant me an opportunity
hike of such medicines will not only affect the common man in the reply. Any new matter can be covered In that
627 Patents (Amendment) MARCH 22, 2005 81/1, 2005 628

MR. SPEAKER : Sure, you go ahead. Twenty years patent has been categorised in the
scope for patentability. Keeping this In view, again, there
SHRI BACH I SINGH RAWAT 'BACHDA' : I fear the is a need to withdraw the provision of pennisslon of Import
bell. as it will establish the status of India only as a market
instead of drugs manufacturer. I would conclude with a
MR. SPEAKER : No need to fear. You are speaking
reference on WHO. WHO have expreS8ed its great concern
well. I appreciate.
at the international level. WHO have sent a letter dated

SHRI BACHI SINGH RAWAT 'BACHDA' : Thank you, 17th December, 2004, they have sent some letters

Mr. Speaker, Sir. I was telling that if the right to pre-grant after that also. You might have not received them as they

opposition is granted, it will also help the controller or the were addressed to the Ministry of Health and all those
letters have been received by the Government, States as
patent office to sort out the applications to be received for
under:
patent. There is no difficulty in making a provision for that
and the hon. Minister would certainly make an arrange-
[English]
ment in this regard.
·We would like to bring to your attention that several
Now, I would like to say something about its possible
of our Member States have expressed their concern
threats. The patent drugs being manufactured by Indian
that in the future, generic antiretrovlral drugs from
manufacturers keeping in view the Patent Bill before us, India may no longer be available to them. Among
will be valid during the period of amendment, provided other places, these concerns were expreS8ed by the
your amendment comes during this period only. If they are delegations of Ghana, lesotho, Malawi, and Namibia
not brought with retrospective effect, then there will be at our recent Procurement and Supply Management
lacuna and all of them will be invalid and th~y will be (PSM) Workshop in Nairobi, Kenya, and by
prosecuted. Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Korea,
laos, Thailand, Papua New Guinea and Vietnam at
Secondly, as we have not made any provision for the
the Asian Regional Workshop on the WTO / TRIPS
period of seeking penniS8ion from the patent holder by the
Agreement and Access to Medicines held in Kuala
manufacturer, the latter will have to seek permission at
lumpur Malaysia (28-30 November 2004) As India
arbitrary price and conditions. There is no prescribed
is the leader in the global supply of affordable
period for that. The period should be prescribed and the
antiretroviral drugs and other essential medicines, we
royalty should be fixed.
hope that the Indian Government will take the
necessary steps to continue to account for the needs
The third threat is that it will adversely affect the
of the poorest nations that urgently need access to
research and development of the indigenous phannaceu-
antiretrovirals, without adapting unnecessal¥ restric-
tical companies in India because the 20 year patent period
tions that are not required under the TRIPS
fixed is so long that the research work, If any, on the subject
Agreement and that would impede access to
in our country will be adversely affected by that period.
medicines."
Besides, as regards the compulsory license system in
patent in this regard, you have stated thot its period [Translation]
should be shorter, whereas it should be co-terminus. If the
patent is tor 20 years, the period of its compulsory license Mr. Speaker. Sir, much has been' mentioned that our
should also be for 20 years. There should be such former Minister Shri Murasoli Maran had represented the
provision. country In Doha and shown his leadership qualities.
629 Patents (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) SHI, 2005 630

Certainly, hon. Minister in his reply will resolve all these previous government had brought this Bill after due
apprehension being expressed. I always recollect a line consideration. •
written in the corridor of our Parliament House." helps
in such a situation when we are in the wrong direction Sir. the previous government Introduced this Bill In

or when .~. think that it is correct in my opinion. But we the House with a great confidence. The Doha you are

should act in such a manner which is correct in the opinion talking about now was mentioned at that time also. Novartis

of the House as a whole. This message should be was MO mentioned at that time the points which you
conveyed to the entire country and as well as other weaker had discU8Sed were not the subject matter of third

countries which have expressed their confidence in us. I amendment. They were related to first and second

reproduce and It should be followed "iahan Sumati tahan amendments. It was discussed in JPC for two years and

sampatti nana. iahan kumati tahan vipatti nidana" I.e. you are saying to hold further discussion on It. I would like

where there is wit. there is asset. It is observed that the to request you that it is such a Bill on which the differences

wit has come only after 18th. It has come in a day or two. are there but in view of International scenario It should be

Using the wit and by exercise of provisions under article passed.

85 prorogue the House and discuss with hon. leaders.

Sir, yesterday while responding to Shri Lal Krishna
Firstly. kindly porogue the House and afterwards by
Adwani. Shri Pranab Mukerjee said,' when he brought the
collecting the Standing Committee's report again you can
Bill on behalf of previous govemment. two amendments
easily re-promulgate. It is permitted in our constitution. This
were also moved and the congress party supported the
is the only way. Therefore, it cannot be said that there is
Bill keeping in view the National and international
no way out.
compulsion. You are saying that no discul8ion was held
on it. I say that discussion will be held on it in eight days.
With these words. I conclude my speech by
If you ask for holding discussion on it in notional and
emphasising my suggestions.
international level I say It will be done In eight days. If you
SHAI KAMAL NATH : Mr. Speaker. Sir, Hon'ble say this should be referred to Standing Committee. I say
Member has raised many issues. I will make make effort the Standing Committee will also conclude the discussion
to respond to the doubtes and queries after listening to on it eight days. All this will be done. 'but in the JPC. which
all. Today this House is making discussion on Amendment took two years and held 40 sittings. all these matters were
Bill. I will try to resolve aU the queries related to it. They discussed in detail. Whatever issues have been raised by
have talked about intention. Intention is a separate thing you, they have already been discussed by JPC. Two years
which Is not related to this Bill or ordinance. I get surprised ago for which I am bringing amendment. These issues
c
when they talk about intention. yesterday when I expressed were related to first and second amendments for which
my objection on it. I and our leader of the House JPC was constituted. The Bill was discussed in the house
Shri Pranav Mukeriee were agreed for holding discussion and passed.
on it.
Sir, the amendment being brought in Patent Bill. 1970
Sir. I had told this that time also that the subject which is confined to the issues left at that time. The issues being
is being discussed today. the process was started in 1999 raised by you such as issues related to process.
and I am taking this process ahead. Arst amendment was compulsory licensing all are related to second amendment.
made In 1999. Novartls and Doha were mentioned here. These were discussed in the JPC and its report was
, was very much surprised over it. Since this Bill was presented in the House and even then you are demanding
Introduced by the previous govemment in 2003. , think. the discussion on it. You desire that the Aaiya Sabha or the
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[Shri Kamal Nath] Now, Shri Uday Singh. Is it your leat?

Lok Sabha should be prorogued so that the amendment SHRI UDAY SINGH (Pumea) : Sir. I have requested
could get lapsed and fresh amendment be brought. I think for permiSSion to speak from here. I have given it to you
we should use and not misuse this device. If we misuse in writing not today, it has been given to you about seven
this device it will be against our Parliamentary Traditions. days ago.
It is only device. This is a provision made in our
MR. SPEAKER : For this Bill?
Parliamentary rules but we should use it. Therefore, it is
not possible to do so.
SHRI UDAY SINGH: I have requested for permission
to speak not from my seat but from here.
Sir, discussion was held on it. I also thought for
resorting another measure if any but after holding
MR. SPEAKER : On every matter?
discussion and after lapse of so many years it is not
possible to do all such things. The second amendment was SHRI UDAY SINGH : No, Sir, on this matter.
moved in 2002 and after considering on it for about one
MR. SPEAKER : Very well. But In future, that general
and a half to two years, after due consideration and
notice will not apply. I am allowing it now. Because it is
discussions, previous govemment moved third amendment
an important Bill, I am not disturbing your thoughts. But,
and now it Is being said that no one discussed on it. It
please cooperate with the Chair.
was right at that time but today they are blaming us for
bad intention. When you were in Govemment the Bill
SHRI UDAY SINGH : Thank you, Sir.
- was justified by you but today since you are not Is
Government the same Bill has become useless. I request Mr. Speaker, Sir, I would first like to thank the leader
all of you that I shall try to remove all your doubts and of the House Shri Pranab Mukherjee for having agreed
queries about each and every aspect and issue related yesterday to the suggestion made by Shri L.K. Advani to
to this Bill. defer this matter by a day and take It up today instead
of yesterday because certain amendments to this important
Hon'ble Member has also said that the amendment Bill were not available to us till the time the discussion
being moved by me should be passed. You have given had started. I am surprised to find that more amendments
this suggestion and I hope that this Bill will be passed. have reached us today giving us no time at all even to
I also want that as suggested by you and the amendment look at them and understand what they mean.
which will be moved by me before passing of this Bill be
supported by all of you. We all accept the fact that this Bill is perhaps one
of the most important pieces of legislation that this
{English} Parliament is considering. I say this because it directly
concems the lives of billions of people and the livelihood
MR. SPEAKER: Motions moved:
of millions of people not only in India but in the lesser

"That this House disapproves of the Patents (Amend- developed countries which are dependant on India for
medical treatment from where medicines go. To give you
ment) Ordinance, 2004) No.7 of 2004) promulgated by
an example, 70 per cent of the medicines used for
the President on 26 December, 2004.·
AIDS treatment in the lesser developed countries are
"That the Bill further to "mend the Patents Act, 1970 medicines made in India. They go from here only for the
be taken into consideration." reason that they are available at prices which are
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affordable. Therefore, rushing through with a Bill of this why the han. Minister is not taking the asaurance of the
importance is something that we should not do because Chairman of the Standing Committee on Commerce who
we will be letting down our country and more importantly, has given him a personal assurance that within ten days
or as Importantly, we will be letting down countries that he will retum the Bill duly vetted with the recommendations
are depenpant on us, that look up to India as a leader or modifications if necessary. This House is meeting
and look up to India as a country from where treatment after a brief period on around the 18th of April, as I
is available to them at affordable costs. It is for this reuon understand.
that we want the Bill to go to' the Standing Committee
Our legislation can provide for the affect from a
where every nuance of the Bill can be vetted and modified
retrospective date. So, even this hiatus that may be created
If necessary.
- I am sorry to say of the Government's own doing - Is
{Translation} not going to impact on India'. credibility abroad. Your
argument yesterday of linking this with the Multi-fibre
Honble minister of commerce have repeatedly Agreement, I do not think, is a very acceptable argument
indicated this BHI was brought by the N.D.A. Government because this hiatus that Is going to be created Is going
the same Bill has been introduced in the House. I would to be fulfined by the fact that we can give retrospective
like to humbly submit to hon'ble minister when the N.D.A. effect to the Bill. So, I do not know why this NIh. I am
Government brought this bill then we had more than one not doubting the intention of the Government. I am not
year's time to pass this Bill. saying that the Government Ie trying to do something which
It should not be doing. The entire House i. an agreement
[English} that India has to live globally and must honour its global
commitment. But why this hurry? Why can It not wait for
That deadline was not there. My computer was not
a couple of weeks and be done?
ticking hours and minutes. The reason for bringing this
Bill then was that the Bill. could have gone to the My party colleague has already pointed out to you
Standing Committee, would have been vettsd. We can all that one Incorrect decision on an exclusive marketing right
appreciate that this House would not have the time and actually shot up the prices of medicine for the treatment
perhaps would miss some of the expertise available to the of Leukaemia from Rs.10,000 a month to Rs.1,20,000 a
Standing Committee to go into the merits and the details month. When it did this, it did not only do It for India, it
of the Bill as required, and this Bill is exceedingly did the same for all other countrielHls I say repeatedly,
important. I again repeat for all other countrtes-d8pendant on India.
So, what are our safeguards there. In reply to the
India must be TRIPS complaint and our part is
interjection that I made yesterday Mr. Minister, you were
perfectly in agreement with that. We do not want a
kind enough to say that you are quite sure that drug prices
controversy on this Bill. It is unnecessarily being created.
are not going to go up. I do not know what you are basing
But it should be TRIPS compliant to the extent necessary.
your confidence on? Because one experience has told us
Therefore, our legislation must necessarily take advantage
that it Is going to happen.
of the flexibility allowed in the TRIPS Agreement so that
we do not go beyond what is required. Our fear is that Actually, patenting a medicine Is like patenting a
we are going much beyond what the TRIPS Agreement disease. If there is only one chemical known to treat a
actually wants from us. Therefore, erring on the other side particular disease, and you patent that product, then you
is not something that is in anybody's interest. I do not think are actually giving patent to that disease. That means,
that we really should be rushing with this. I do not know whoever gets the disease has to tum to that company
635 Patents (Amendment) MARCH 22, 2005 Bill, 2005 636

[SM Uday Singh) Now, H this House does not take note of this, where
else can we take our grievance to? The other option for
making the medicine, or the other option for him is to die.
us is, to organise demonstration and dhama outside,
I mean, that is not a very happy situation. which I do not think is very becoming, because we are
sitting in this House, we assemble in this House, only to
The other thing is: Who is to decide what is patentable
discuss these concems, which are of great concem to the
and what is not? Objection to grant of patents must be an
people. Therefore, I think, that our request for this matter
integral part of any patent regime. As I understand It, it is
going to the Standing Committee must get its due
not part of the amendments that have come to us, almost
consideration.
bombarded at us. I have not even seen them. As I
understand It, the right to objection is restricted to 15.00 hr..
somebody writing a letter stating his objections. He is not
made a party to the patents proceedings. He is not told [SHRIMA11 SUMITRA MAHAJAN in the ChairJ

why his objections are not belng ... (Interruptions) I stand

I think, with a senior and experienced person like Shri
corrected. It has been amended.
Pranab Babu who is the leader of the House. the

But we do not have the time, Mr. Minister, to actually Govemment may perhaps reconsider quickly if it would lik,

go into it. If this has been amended, there could be other to take this matter there. . ·f.

things there which need a more careful study. Our own

\-iaving said this, one last point is about compulsory
argument to this is, thelefore, why can you not allow the
licensing. I am a Member of the Standing Committee on
Standing Committee to have a look at it? let the hiatus
Health. I asked the Ministry officials about this. They said
that is being created be taken care of by the Bill given
that in case of a national emergency, the compulsory
of retrospective effect. It is probably just a coincidence. But
licensing thing would kick in and all that. All that I wanted
it seems that the Govemment is getting unduly influenced
to know from them was in case of a national emergency
by the multinationals and the large Indian companies
which Indian drug company would be in a position to
because by some sheer chance, the hon. Finance Minister
quickly manufacture a patented medicine and distribute
has decided to take away the concessional rate of duty
the way it is required. Is the Govemment thinking of
on generic medicine to put it on par with branded medicine.
compulsory licenses for its own ailing IDPl which
Now, what is going to happen to the thriving generic drug
could then be kept ready so that in case of a national
industry in India on which not only we are dependant, I
emergency, they could perhaps come and fill In the gap
against repeat, many other countries are dependant? Who
as is required.
in his right mind would buy a generic medicine if it costs
the same as branded medicine? Therefore, it seems to us Enough has been said on medicines. last thing I
that there is a purpose. The intent, in doing this is, trying would like to say is that pesticides, insecticides which also
to kill the generic drug industry in India, and probably form a part of this patent regime, are also equally Important.
under the influence of multinationals. In this, it would not The hon. Agriculture Minister is not here but I am sure he
be out of place to quote from now a widely available and knows the damage that happens, the losses that our
circulated editorial in the New ~rlc Times. It says, the. Bill farmers have to suffer on account of spurious and low
bears the heavy footprint of multinationals In Indian quality pesticides and insecticides. And it is also a given
phannaceutlcal companies that are eager to sell high fact that the moment you have an expensive, branded
priced drugs to India's middle-class which is larger than pesticide and insecticide medicine or whatever. spurious
the population of the United States. manufacturers kick in. Therefore, if pesticides and
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Insecticides also were going to be allowed to be patented introduced here. The House was dissolved somewhere in
in an Indlecriminate manner - it is indiscriminate the way February after a new session was convened. During this
it Is provided for In the Bill - then you can well understand period, it is not that nothing hal been done as I submitted
what Is going to happen to our farmers who are already yesterday. The efforts of this Govemment to bring about
relling with sub-standard seeds, sub-standard pesticides many other matters before the House were stalled, were
and sub-standard insecticides. We can address to all these stymied because of the situation then prevailing in the
concems, and address them very quickly and very House.
efficiently without creating any controversy of any kind. My
request, therefore, on behalf of my party and on my own I would not like to refer much to that. But during this

behalf and probably on behalf of other Members here. period, it is not that the Government sat idle about it. There

would be to send it for a quick vetting by the Standing were extensive discussions carried out, and as the hen.

Committee and to take up this matter when the House re- Minister pointed out yesterday, such discussions were

assembles on the 18th of April, 2CJ05 .. carried out even with the leaders of the BJP. And, till this
moment, not a single amendment hal been moved or
SHRI PAWAN KUMAR BANSAL (Chandigarh) : introduced by the BJP Membersl I can understand, some
Madam Deputy Chairperson, at the very outset, I would amendments have .come from our friends on the Left. They
like to refer to one impression that I formed when I head have a particular viewpoint on the matter. They had it in
my friend from the Opposition taking umbrage to th~ the past; they had it now; and I think, that has been
Introduction of this Bill. Perhaps they consider the word resolved after talking to them. That is the essence of
'patent' itself to be a dirty word. Let me say that this is democracy - you negotiate, you talk about the matters, and
not a new subject that ~s come up all of a sudden out then you come to a solution. But not a single amendment
of the blue. We had a patent law as back as in 1911. has been introduced by the BJP.
That was replaced by the Act of 1970. Things change
with the passage of time in a dynamic moving society. Madam, I was trying to go Into the different matters,
With the change in circumstances the world over as it was and if at all there Is any difference between the Bill

very emphatically pointed out by the Leader of the introduced by the NDA and the one presented to us in

Opposition yesterday, there was an obligation cast on us the form of the Ordinance and now the Bill, it Is that there
when we chose to become the members of the WTO. We are two improvements thereon. There are two improve-

negotiated there as relating to the obligations arising out ments thereon as compared to the Bill introduced by the
of the TRIPS agreement after we became members of the NDA. Permit me to refer to those very briefly, Madam
WTO. Chairperson. First is to "nsure that protection based on the
patents granted to mailbox applications - that is being
As we all are aware, the two amendments earlier to taken care of - would be effective only proapectlvely from
the Act of 1970 were moved and given effect to when the the date of grant of patent and not retrospectively from the
NDA was In Govemment. Realising the importance, our date of application. An amendment has now been
responsibility to this important subject, we had extended incorporated in Section 11 A. A new proviso has been
full support thereto. This Bill minus certain clauses which added.
have been improved upon and Included now in the Bill
was brought by the NDA and that Bill was introduced in There was also a talk of an old prOvision on the life
the Lok Sabha on 23rd December, 2003. No effort was of patents being 20 years, which of course, was
made to take it to the Standing Committee then. The incorporated by the second amendment. But what has
House did not dluolve Immectiate/y after the BHI was really been taken care of 1(11 that the amendment which
639 Patents (AmendmBnt) MARCH 22, 2005 BII/, 2005 840

[Shri Pawan Kumar Bansal) Members, with insufficient or no manufacturing capacity in

pharmaceutical sector - would like to draw attention to the
has now been Incorporated In the present Amendment Bill amendments, which are now being incorporated in Section
- an improvement over the NDA Bill - is that 'it ensures 92A in the BiII,as it is before us. Thereafter, we will have
that though the protection would be available prospec- discussions with our friends for further improvements
tively, the life of patents, that Is, 20 years would be thereon. Section 92A talks of the LOCs. We have the
computed from the date of application and not from the concem of the I-DCs (Least-Developed Countries) in our
date of grant of patent.' It is thus reducing the life of patent mind. The Government is taking care of that. If you permit
to almost 10 years. We know the salutary effect that a me to read, Section 92A, which is now being inserted by
medicine going off patent would have is to enable the this Bill states that:
others to manufacture the same freely.
•... compulsory license shall be available for manufac-
The second point, Madam, which has now been ture and export of patented pharmaceutical products
incorporated in the present Bill and as also in the to any country having insufficient or no manufacturing
Ordinance, is an amendment to Section 107A(b), providing capacity in the pharmaceutical sector for the
for parallel import. Here, this amendment says: ·On import concemed product to address public health problems,
of patented commodity from anywhere In the WOrld, the provided compulsory license has been granted by
Government reserves the rightl" Despite the fact that a such country."
particular medicine may be patented here by any other
company, we have the right to import that patented And what has now further been sought to be added
commodity from anywhere In the world, where it is cheaper, by the han. Minister is:
even though it is patented here. Earlier however, this
•... or such country has, by notification or otherwise,
required that the foreign exporter was duly authorised by
allowed the importation of the patented pharmaceu-
the patentee. That was the condition earlier. I may remind
tical products from India.·
my hon. friends on the other side that it has been taken
off. Now, the law would be, as it has been Included here So where is the difficulty about It? What are we
in the Bill before us now, that 'no longer do we only need really talking about - that this would harm the Interests
to stick to that condition that the foreign exporter was duly of a large number of countries, who are looking at us?
authorised by the patentee to seal and distribute the Yesterday, the figure was given as 200. I do not know
products.' The position now would be that 'the foreig"l whether India has recognised 200 countries in the world.
exporter be authorised under the law,' thus making the I did not know that, Madam. From the other side, it was
parallel imports easier.' This mechanism, as you know, said yesterday:
would help in price control.
{Translation]
Madam, a reference was made, and rightly so, to Para
6 of Doha Declaration. But, we ~ht to really know "Those countries are looking towards you, their future
whether - as our hon. Colleague on the other side, Shri depends upon you what wUl happen to them.
Uday Singh, was referring to and casting this sweeping
I WOuld say that care has been taken of that.
aHegation - the Govemment is going much beyond what
its obligations are under the TRIPS. For that that, 1- without (English]
referring to the provisions' of Para 6 of the Doha
Declaration, which recognises the right of the WTO I would say that care 'has been taken of that.
641 Patsnts' (Amendment) CHAfTRA 01. 1927 (Saka) Bill, 2005 642

[Translation] by the notification of the Government. I would like to refer

to that point only.
I don't want to go through details that why it is
happening like that. Certainly; that is an important subject. Measures are contained In the law to safeguard
This bill was introduced by NDA Govemment in Lok Sabha; public interest especially the concems relating to public
not in Rajya Sabha. Had it been introduced in Rajya Sabha health and nutrition. It is repeatedly being pointed out, and
there was no need to introduce it again as a new bill. We therefore, I began by saying that 'patent' is not a dirty word.
had to introduce this new bill because bill was lying in What is it? Patent is, in fact, intended to encourage
Lok Sabha and no work was done. This was our inventions. At the same time, it is to strike a right balance
international responsibility which we accepted while between the financial and economic rights of the patentee
accepting the membership of WTO. We have a certain and the welfare of the society. This is the endeavour of
amount of prestige outside-outsiders think that if we are this Govemment - that this law strikes a right balance
talking to India, that means we are talking to a responsible between patent holders' rights and eamings and consum-
govemment and not to a fickle one. Here there was a ers' interests, and economic development to ensure
government formed by one party. They talked verbosity but, maximum social welfare of the people of the country, who
once In opposition they forgot everything - there Is no should not be denied access to effective. safe and quality
inter-se-continuity. medicines.

[English] When I say this, immediately I want to come to the

provisions which take care of the interests .of the people
There must be a strand of continuity in the policies, and the public health. What are those? The law. as it stands
when they relate to the international works. That Is what already, provides for conditional grant of licence of the
we have to prove to the outside world. That is what this patent which empowers the Govemment to import, make
Govemment is doing. or use any patent for Its own purpose; for drugs. it also
empowers import for public health distribution.
I know that there was a lot of hue and cry when there
was a talk of our becoming a member of the WTO. But, Section 66 is already there for many. many years. That
as I said yesterday, the Standing Committee on Commerce is regarding revocation of patent in public Interest. The
was then chaired by Shri I.K. Gujara\. Members raised their Govemment reserves those rights and it Is not that we are
different viewpoints. But, ultimately, we came out with a cutting our hands and handing them over to the MNCs,
unanimous Report that It was In the national Interest of as It Is being made out. It is the sovereign Government
India that India must join the WTO. Now, once you join, that will deal with the MNCs.
there are certain things, which would benefit you; there are
certain things, which you may have to do but may not be Now. we have to see whether we want investment
to your liking. You would have wanted those things in drug industry here. Our industry has come of age; they
differently. But. that is our package. We cannot have both want such things; they want a very well applied patent
the worlds our way. As It was said by the hon. Minister regime. which would be conducive for them to go In for
also, there are certain things,which are a cause of research and development activities and which would be
concem. We are not saying that those are not really a conducive In attracting FDI in· our country. We are taking
matter of concem to us. But, then, what do we do? How care that it is not misused; we are taking care that this
do we tackle those maners? There was a mention about would work. If it does not wor1< in India, the proviSions are
emergency. That again is talked of In the Doha Declaration. there, like compul80ry licensing. Just after three years,
But, then, there are provisionllhere - compulsory Iic:en8Ing anybody can make an application. I auppoee eectton 84
643 Patents (AlMndrnent) MARCH 22, 2005 BiD, 2005

[Shri Pawan Kumar Banun Let us talk of the effect that these provision would
have on the prices of medicines. We know that at present
takes care of that. That was there earlier also. This 99 per cent of the drugs available In the market are pre·
amendment's scope is not as vast as it was sought to be 1995 inventions, and would remain untouched by the new
made out, and painted, as if the Govemment is doing patent regime.
something whiCh Is totally against the interests of the
people. That should allay our fear that the prices of all the
commodities and all the medicines on the shelf would
That Is what we have to really take care of, and that Increase. Even for the post-1995 drugs, there are
is where we have to realise our responsibilities In the therapeutic equivalents and substitutes available generally.
House. I am happy that the han. Member said that we do Then, we have our own system. The Drug Price Control
not have to rush out to the streets and sort it out. Yes. It Order and the National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority
Is here that we have to talk of the matters, but we have has the right to ensure availability of drugs at reasonable
to talk of that in the right eamest and in the right prices. Almost all the drugs In the National Essential Orug
perspective. What is the scope of the amendment and what List, I.e., 354 items are out of the patent protection and
are we doing? also would not be affected. There are a number of
factors on which depends the price of the medicine; it Is
I talked about compulsory license. I talked about not just that it is patented. There were examples given
compulsory license for exports. It is in the case of that in Chile, this has happened and there it has
national emergency or extreme urgency and for non· happened. There are examples on the other side also
commercial use of invention for the purpose of the where there Is a strong patent regime but the prices have
Govemment, etc. stabilized and things have Improved. As I said, there are
a number of factors like cost of R&D, cost of marketing,
Section 102 talks of acquisition of invention and
volume of the market, presence of alternative substitutes
patent for public purpose which empowers the Govemment
in the market, and patent protection is only one of
to acquire a patent to meet national requirements. I have
them.
already talked about parallel import. So, the total effect of
these provisions is that there are enough safeguards to A reference was made to a point and that point was
cover contingencies, to ensure a suitable, effective and taken up by the hon. Minister in his brief response to the
time response to public interest needs, especially those opposition to the Ordinance. But I would seek your
relating to public health and nutrition. indulgence to refer to that. That was about the number of
medicines that would be patented. In this context, I would
Thereafter, a point was made that the prices would only like to refer to the Mall Box applications. If my
shoot up enormously, and that the medicines will get out information Is not incorrect, during this period of 10 years,
of reach of the common man. When I say this, I am aware there have been 8926 applications in the Mail Box, out
that even today, medicines are out of reach of common of this, 7953 pharmaceuticals and 973 agro-chemicals. The
man, and medical health care is out of reach of common exclusive marketing rights have been granted - I would
man. It is precisety for this purpoee, the UPA Government, urge Shri Bachi Singh Rawatji to kindly eee to this point
this year, ~s decided to launch National Rural Health - only to four entities - two to Indian and two to foreigners.
Mission with a stepped up and accelltrated allocation of, What do we want? Do we want our- Industry to prosper
I suppose, Rs.10,OOO and odd crore. It has been increased and develop or not? I could understand if the demand here
substantially. were to be on the modemisation of the patent offices and
64S Patents (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) Bill, 2005 €46

the patenting system. That is the need of the hour. I would Controller shall, if required, by such persons for being
also urge the hon. Minister to take care of that. I am heard. hear him and then dispose of the objections. It is
confident of that when I know of the various strides made not an arbitrary act that a person files an application and
in this regard that he is cognizant of all this and steps are then he will not be considered to be a party and the
being taken to see that ours is one of the most well run Controller will decide things on his own. If a person wants
and efficiently run patent offices in the world. a hearing to be afforded to him, the objector will have the
rifllt to be present there and present his case. A personal
There were certain apprehensions expressed by our hearing would be given to him and this upholds the
friends from the Opposition and I am happy to see that principles. of natural justice. It is only after hearing a person
almost all of them have been addressed here. that the matter would be disposed of.

MADAM CHAIRMAN : Please conclude. You have Madam, I am conscious of the fact that I have taken
already taken 25 minutes. a lot of time as I also see a bit of restlessness on your
face, I would conclude only by saying that this Bill is the
SHRI PAWAN KUMAR BANSAL : Madam, I am
need of the hour. We are today operating in the comity
concluding. I would only like to refer to the amendment
of nations subjecting ourselves to multilateral treaties and
which is being incorporated in Clause 3 which talks of the
therefore, for the credibility of the country. to ensure that
known inventions, the products which are not considered
there is no legal vacuam in maters relating to Mall Box
to be inventions and therefore cannot be covered by the Application which has been filed during the last ten years
patent and patents cannot be sought for them. A good - which have to be dealt with now - and for matters
amendment is being introduced to that effect in Clause 3 subsequent thereto, it is necessary that all the ambiguities
of the Bill which says: are cleared and that this Bill is brought about.

"The mere discovery of a new form of a known Madam, I would only like to humbly submit finally that
substance which does not result in the enhancement nobody - I cannot really say that for the incorrigible critics
of the known efficacy of that substance of the mere who must find fault with even their own drafting when it
discovery of any new property or new use for a known comes from the other side - in the country need to
substance or of the mere use of a known process, entertain any fear about any adverse effect thereof. In the
machine or apparatus unless such known process long run we ought to have a solid and a valid patent
results i~ a new product or employs at least one new regime which would help develop the Indian industry. It
reactant." would strengthen the Indian industry and also in the
process help create more jobs, help growth and help our
The explanation to that should completely allay the
economiC process. With thesl'! words, I support this Bill.
fears of our friends on the other side. I hope, they would
accept that. SHRI RUPCHAND PAL (Hoo\1hly) : Sir. I rise to
support this BiII ... (lnterruptions) It IS a paradox of history
Madam, I must compliment the hon. Minister for one Illal your child would have to be taken of care by them
thing and that is about the objections - the pre-patent grant ... (lnterrupi.ons)
Objections. The concept of pre-patent grant objections have
boen incomorated as a lesponse to the apprehensions, Sir, the Left has always been taking a very consistent
fears and concems of the hon. Members. which I again stand with regard to both WTO and TRIPS. Still now we
say is the legitimate way of expressing one's concem in consider - 88 it is considered by many other developing
the matter. The hon. Minister has further included that the nations of the world - that WTO Is unequal and imquitous
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IShri Rupchand Pal] ... (Interruptlons) I am referring to the National Common

Minimum Programme. On page 11, it says:
although they claim to be rule based. It is discriminatory
and always those who are powerful in this unilateral world "That they will ensure availability of Ufe-saving drugs
try to dominate over those who are weak, particularfy the at reasonable prices.·
developing nations. We still now hold that TRIPs should
not have been allowed to be incorporated in the course We told them that this is your commitment and this

of negotiations of the Uruguay Round of GATI. is our amendment. Look at it, judge it and compare it. If
our amendment is not conformity with your commitment,
That is the opinion still now of many thinkers, many we won't press for the amendment. We are happy that they
philosophers, many scientists and many countries of the are abiding by their assurance to the people, as made in
world. But stiH, in the given situation, we cannot wish away the Common Minimum Programme. It is not our document;
what has happened. We cannot wish away WTO. We it is their document. We are only supporting then
cannot wish away TRIPS. But, our endeavour, struggle and Government from outside on the basis of this document
position have all along been to derive as much benefit as only. At page 51, it said that :
possible using the flexibility clauses of the TRIPS. We have
been suggesting to them but they were not listening to us. "In the WTO. they will organise the other developing
They were busy with their Ram temples, building of countries and try to protect national interest.
temples, Ram Mandlr, bringing down mosques and all particularly of the farmers in all WTO negotiations ...
these things. They have been busy with their communal The UPA Government will play a pro-active role
agenda. We have all along been suggesting what should in strengthening the emerging solidarity of developing
be our position. They are now speaking about sending the countries in the shape of G-20 In the WTO."
price to the Standing Committee. They had their Chairman.
They had majority of the Members. This is the Report of This is the position we have taken all along.
the Second JPC. Who is the person, which is the party They have committed to the nation. We have told them

or who are the parties that submitted' a Note of that this is your commitment and abide by it and do not
Dissent? Have you cared to look at it? It is Rupchand Pal look at them. It is their child they have acted against
of CPI (M). Consistently. the same amendment we national interest. Just correct the situation and present
are pursuing today and this Government has accepted Govt. have corrected it. We welcome it; we support the
almost all of them. We have not changed our position; Bill.
they have changed their position. We have not changed
Madam, patent should not be allowed whatever
our position. But, paradoxically, you are the people
inventions, whatever discovery the scientists have made.
who have brought this Patent Bill. You are now trying to
They should be only in the service of the mankind.
do what - I do not know. You are totally confused.
... (InterruptIons)
Madam Curie could not ever imagine that her
discoveries, her husband's discoveries, and all these great
MADAM CHAIRMAN: Mr. Swain please. Nothing will
go on record except Mr. Rupchand Pal's speech. inventions should ever be patented. Had all inventing of
Scientists been patented. human civilisation would not
(/nterruptlonsr have proceeded any further. But the time is changing. In
,
this unilateral world, big powers are trying to set up a new
SHRI RUPCHAND PAL : They are wasting my time.
empore. The American Imperialism and their leadership
°Not recorded. want to set up a new norm, a new economic order. and
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one Instrument for this is the World Trade Organisation We know about the trade off As. 16.000 orore export
(WTO) .... (Interruptions) Pharmaceutical; our textile export, diamonds, jewellery and
all that.
SHRI UDAY SINGH We do not want to provoke
you. A few days back Madam CondoleE'za Rice US
Secretary visited our country and spoke things standing
SHRI RUPCHAND PAL : I am not provoking you. I
in our way of an agreement with Iran for gas importation.
am telling you the truth. I am reminding you the truth. Have
Amenca is dictating terms and trying to pull us down. The
some introspection. Otherwise, people have already
European Union knows very well that our pharmac"'utical
thrown you into the dustbin of history. Do not forget it.
industry has grown over the years. They envy us. We know
Already people have thrown you. Now, the world scenario
all these things. Stili we say that you have consulted
has changed radically. TRIPS had been allowed as a part
ourselves - the Left Parties - academicians, experts and
of the GATT negotiations. Now, our main concern is as to
others and 'Suggested about twelve of them. They are core
what will happened to our countrymen, our poor and
areas. We said that the first thing with regard to TRIPS is
common people. We have to thank them, not for today but
the definition of what is the invention and what is not the
for the Patents Act, 1970. The Patents Act, 1970 is a model
invention. We are happy that two of the core definitions.
Act. It is not only for us but also for all the developing
countries. Even yesterday, we have been getting telephone for the first time in India. for the first time in any developing

calls from various Quarters, even South Africa. Today, in country, have been agreed to. This is with regard to the

the morning, when we were discussing things with basic definition. what is "new step", what is the definition,

them, such telephone calls came. South Africa, New what is new where TRIPS say what is the new 'invention.'

Zealand and other developing countries are making You must have noticed the amendment.

telephone calls as to what stand we are going to take

Now, about the third one with regard to definition. they
Our Government is accepting our Amendment. It will
had some dHficulty. We also had difficulty. We are
strengthen the global movement of the developing
convinced that with regard to pharmaceutical !lubstance
countries. We are reminding them not only of CMP but also
you should make a mention that only "new chemical entity"
reminding them the stand they had taken on it the Patents
and or "new medical entity" should lie entertained. NCE.
Act, 1970.
NME are expressions used 10 international parl"''lCe: It Is
We have a lot of difference with late Smt. Indira the MO language, It is the TRIPS language. They have
Gandhi. She said in 1981 in the World Health Organisation a point of view and they said, 'only we can say new entity.'
(WHO), Geneva - Shri Kamal Nathji, you must be knowing Why? Their position is that because TRIPS said, 'between
it - that "my Idea of a better world order is one in which entity and entity there should not be anv discrimination'
medical discoveries would be free of patent, and there and if we describe specifically 88 a new chemical entity
would be no profiteering." Now, there Is a change. We or new medical entity, we may be taken to the dispute
cannot wisl I it away, We are supporting the UPA settlement body.
Government from outside. it is not CPI (Mrs viewpoint only,
but it is the viewpoint of the Left. We have consulted so We shall be at disadvantage. We did not surrender.

many academicians. acle.,tists. lawyers and national We did not subscribe to the view. We are happy that they
level NGOe. We are submitting the amendments only have agreed to set up a technical committeo. which will
when we are sure that these are all TRIPS compliant. go into the issue immediately and before we sit for the
Wf! are responsible and we know about the compulsion. next phase of the Session. they will come out with the
From 1 January. 2005, the transitional period Is ovar. resuH. If necessary. they will bring fresh amendment and
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[Shri Rupchand Pal] SHRI RUPCHANO PAL: Yes, they have been walking
in the reverse direction against the national
you will come to know whether we are true or they ar true.
interest...(lnterruptions) Please do not take my time.
It is a very specific advancement.
But today, with regard to the transitional period, with
With regard to compulsory licensing, as you know.
regard to compulsory licensing, with regard to export, they
compulsory licensing was allowed for natural calamities,
have come to subscribe to our view ~oint. I agree that
that is, extreme situations. We asked, what win happen if
they have come to all these things. That is actually
the people want such and such medicines and the patent
using the ftexibility clauses, which are already there in the
holder is not allowing them to be produced or marketed.
TRIPS.
We said, after a period of three years. let it be allowed
to be produced against some royalty. We have been We said that the patent of micro organism is a very
insisting on nominal royalty, they said, it should be sensitive one. There are people who know that some of
reasonable. All right, according to intemational parameters, us have been associated with this movement that the micro
how much the market expenditure is, how much research
organism plants. animals and seeds should never be
and all these things are, we can agree to that. they
allowed to be patented. This issue came during the JPC
have taken it. We agreed and suggested that in the post-
discussions also and we had our viewpoint. Some of them
Doha situation, para 6, our Indian companies should be
were reflected in my note of dissent and also in the note
allowed to export to the countries who do not have the
of dissent of others also. We said, 'Let us take a decision'.
infrastructure for the production of these medicines.
We have given our amendment but they came out with
... (Interruptions)
a response and till today, we do not SUbsCI ibe to that view.
SHRI KAMAL NATH : And the law! They said that very many countries of the world have gone
for review and in TRIPS. micro organism thing is under
SHRI RUPCHAND PAL: Yes, they have agreed to that. review. If we take a position different from the one that we
Naturally, with regard to compulsory licensing, .inst have been continuing,. we may be called that it is not TRIPS
royalty production what will happen to the medicines which compliant. We said: ·Okay, we do not agree to your
have come under product patent between 1995 and 2oo5? position.· They said, "Let us set up a technical Committee
They have given the figures that out of 195, it is seven to find out who is true, whether the left Parties which have
only which will go for product patent. But still we say that IJeen collecting of the Government.· These are the only two
seven may be very important. areas. One is regarding new entity, or maybe chemical
entity or medical entity, and the other one is about micro
I have been receiving memoranda from national
organism. They assured us that they would set up a
bodies, who are attending the mentally ill patients, to look
technical committee and within a short period it would
into this. We have been receiving teiegrams from other
oome out with the result, and in the second phase of this
foreign countries that this Is the medicine we get at a
cheaper rate for HIV-AIDS only for India. They have agreed Session, If necessary they would come with an amend-
ment.
...
that for this period, it should not be retrospective, it should
be prospective. But at the same time, It will be calculated
There was a lot of confusion about pre-grant·
from the day of the admission so that the 2o-year period
opposition. In the Ordinance and in the new Bill, they had
can be reduced.
come with. in our view, some distortions In the situation.
MO. SALIM (calcutta - North East) : Their proposal We did not agree to them. We said that we are not
was that it should be retrospective. agreeable to that. We said that the original position as it
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was In the 1970 Act should be restored. Now, we are happy from them, if you uk me. When there . . . a formal
that tt1ey have In some way or the other agreed to that meeting which I took, I wrote to the Leader of the
and today, the amendment hu also come in some ways OppoiIitIon.
anti we ahall look into it.
They sent some of his representattves and they gave
Now, about embedded software, their opinion was one suggeatton. That' one suggestion Is right here.
that software as such is covered by the copyrights. In
SHRI KHARABELA SWAIN : We had gtYen one
embedded software, they wanted to have this patenting,
suggestion, but he said we had given nothing. ••• (Im.rrup.
product patenting. We did not agree to that because our
tions)
profession also will not be benefited. The riches perwon
'of the wor1d has been Microsoft Chairman conaecutlvely SHRI KAMAL NATH : I must tell you that do not get
for the last 11 years. Do you know his name? the facts wrong. That one suggestion given by the BJP had
... (Interruptlons) Yes, It Is Bill Gates, who Is good friend of been given by them much eartier. ... (lntenuptioM)
. .
some of yours. He was taken to Andhra Ptldeah by the
MADAM CHAIRMAN: Order please. I am lOrry.
poster boy. The poster boy has gone but the Microsoft
Chairman's name is there. ... (lnterruptions) It will be used SHRI KHARABELA SWAIN : Shrl Rupchand Pal was
by IBM, It will be used by Micr080ft and not by our gteat the only person who gave a note of dlss.nt. ... (Interrup-
professionals. So, do not incorporate It we said. We are tions)
happy that 3K23K(a) has been deleted and removed In
MADAM CHAIRMAN : This Is not the way.
the amendment.

SHRI KHARABELA SWAIN : Dr. Blplad Daagupta had

Madam, there are two or three other things about
agreed with this. He had agreed with the recommendation
which I must make a mention . ... (Interruptions)
of the JPC. He is from his own Party ... (lnterruptions) Mr.

SHRI KAMAL NATH : Please leave something to me. Rupchand Pal is envious of all the aucceesful p8rsone in
the world. He is .nvlous of Bill Gates and everybody.
. .. (Interruptions)
... (Interruptions)
SHRI RUPCHAND PAL: The Minister Is saying that
MADAM CHAIRMAN: Mr. Kharabela swain, pl....
I should not consume everything. Okay, I am not going into
address the Chair.
that. I am leaving something for him. He will go beyond
what has come out publicly. I think that they have come (Interruptions)
to think rightly that It will be, in the national int.rest, to make
MADAM CHAIRMAN : Mr. Minister, I jUlt do not
necessary changes as suggested not only by the Left
understand this. You are going to reply. At that time you
parties but also by many others. BJP was also uked to
can have your say.
make their suggestions. I would like to know hom BJP as
to what suggestions they have made from November to
May? What did you Chairman in the JPC do? ... (Interrup-
tlons) SHRI KHARABELA SWAIN : What Is that individual
letter? That Is not the method becauee another Member
SHRI KHARABELA SWAIN (Balasore) : You kindly uk of the CPI(M) Party had agreed. .•. (Interruptions)
the Minister. He will tell you . ... (lnterruptions)
SHRI KAMAl HATH : 'Ibu teU me. Why are you telling
SHRI KAMAL NATH : Only one suggestion carne him?... (Inlerruptiorw)
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MADAM CHAIRMAN : Mr. Minister. I am sorry. If the our Minister and others, he spoke out that In this unequal
Minister 18 giving reply like this, this Is not the way to run world. the only way out to lurvive Is to take firm step. If
the House. You have your own time. You will get enough we have to have our economic self-reliance protected. We
time. Please do not do like that. I can understand you. You have to go for bilateral and multilateral co-operation, and
address the Chair. That is all. at the WTO level, at the TRIPS level, together we have
to unite persons and representatives of countries of
(Interruptions)
common interest.

SHRI KHARABELA SWAIN : Madam, If we do not say,

I thank the hon. Minister for organising the meeting
it will be understood as if we have nothing to say. It is
of the G-20 countries. It is a big success. So, in TRIPS also,
not like that. ... (lnterruptions)
we have to take a particular position. This piece of
amended legislation will only strengthen his hands for the
MADAM CHAIRMAN: Shri Rupchand Pal, please
South-South co-operation and for development of Non-
conclude.
Aligned Movement in. the face of onslaught by the new
SHRI RUPCHAND PAL : Madam, I would not take empire, the American imperialism and their multinational
much time. I would only take five minutes and then corporations. So. I welcome that they have come out with
conclude. the required amendments. I once again thank them for their
acceptance of our amendments and protecting the national
MADAM CHAIRMAN: You please conclude now. Your interests.
time is exhausted. That will be better.
MADAM CHAIRMAN : Thank you very much.
SHRI RUPCHAND PAL: My time Is being taken away
by them. I will be concluding within five minutes. I have a small request. Only three speakers have
spoken. They have taken more than an hour. There are 23
MADAM CHAIRMAN: No, you take only two minutes. speakers who want to speak. There are 23 names. So,
please be brief. This is my only request.
SHRI RUPCHAND PAL : All right.

SHRI UDAY SINGH : Hon. Member, Shri Rupchand

MD. SALIM : His speech Is very interesting and very
Pal has done the work of the han.' Minister.
educative also.

MADAM CHAIRMAN : You have your time.

MADAM CHAIRMAN: I know.

SHRI P.C. THOMAS (Muvattupuzha) : We are already

(Interruptions)
bypassing the Standing Committee. So, time may be given.
MADAM CHAIRMAN : Nobody should guide me.
MADAM CHAIRMAN : Yes, that is why, I am asking
SHRI RUPCHAND PAL : I am concluding. all of them to be brief.

The wortd oyer the given situation, in a phase of [Translation1

political unllaterall8m and economic multllateralilm, there
SHRI RAMJILAl SUMAN (Flrozabad) : Mabam.
is a movement as to how to reconcile to the situation.
Chairman, the Government signed an ,agreement under
Look at Venezuela. A few. daya back, the President World Trade Organisation in 1994, there was a date to fulfill
of Venezuela t 3d come. After meeting the Prime Minister, it i.e. 1st January, 2005. At that time which party was in
657 Patents (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) sm, 2005 658

power and Who replaced It, Is not a point for discussion Madam Chairman according to the Government bio-
but It was an International agreement. Due to that any medicines constitute as much as 97% of the medicines
Government was bound to fulfl" it. There have been a lot sold in India. It has been reported In the newspaper on
of apprehensions not only in our country but in the wond 29. 12-04 that the Companies engaged in the manufacturing
also. I think once Mr. Kamalnathji speaks, he will cover up .. ~f bio-medicines will first have to seek permission from the
all aspects asked by Hon'ble Members and me also Food and Drugs Authority of America, only then, they will
about the doubts prevailing in India as well as in the whole be allowed to manufacture drugs. It appears that such a
wond. move will definitely affect the marketing of drugs in India.
On an average marketing of drugs Is to the order of 450
Hon'ble Madam, Chairman, I have a copy of the news-
bn. dollars the would over, of whioh the Indian market
paper New York TImes dated 18th January 2005. There Is
encapsulates six bn. dollars. Out of this six bn. dollars too.
an editorial entitled "India's Choice" published in it. It is
drugs worth 2.5 bn. dollars get exported by us, these are
written here that Government of India and Multinational
bio-medicines. Whichever country will undertake the export
companies have become a puppet in the hands of major
of drugs, will have to get export . licence and on getting
pharmaceutical manufacturers and they are excited and
export licence, it will be mandatory that drugs will be
bent upon selling their patents to India. Hon'ble Mr. Kamal
exported to only such countries that don't manufacture
Nathji. I would like to request you that we have accepted
patent theoretically since 1994 and accepting patents drugs. The implication is that given the existing milieu,

means we will carry out our own research, investigations undeniably, after patenting of drugs, these drugs would be

and develop our industry. The Government has pushed the costlier in India.

industries into the competitive world without enabling them

16.00 hr•.
to do so. Other countries of the world spent around three
to five percent of their Gross National Product on research I would like to make one more submission that as
and development, whereas it is even less than one percent many as 12 thousand applications have been received in
in India. During your speech you told that we have some India for grant of patent while In America and China, these
apprehensions and to remove them we have 13 applications have crossed the number of three lakh. In our
safeguards. country these applications number 12 thousand. However.
I would like to know from you the total number of offices.
This Bill is full of doubts. Specially, I would like to
You have only four offices. These issues are under
mention two to three doubts. You say that there will be no
consideration. and I fail to understand as to how this will
increase in the prices of medicines once patent is
be settled for years together. The expansion you are likely
implemented. According to the Government only 3 per cent
to effect, whether it would be within the urban territory of
medicines will be covered by patent, so the adverse effect
in some metropolitan cities. How will you dispose 12
of patent will be very less. Due to this patent prices of
medicines have sho! up sharply in USA. I would like to thousand applications expeditiously for grant of patent.

ask to Shri Kamal NathJi if the patent can cause an Please be kind enough to consider this aspect in you reply.

increase in prices of medicines in USA how it cannot After patenting, manufacturers of blo-medicines in India are

affect India I I fall to understand. So I humbly request likely to be thrown out of the market by multinational

you to ensure not to increase the prices of medicines in companies. As I said earlier, thle wID lead to the expensive

India after the patent. Please clarify this point, When you medical facilities. In the recent past, latest study has been

reply. conducted.
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[Shri Ramjllal Suman] was left untouched. In the prevailing diacU88ion for one day
we thank the Hon'ble Minister 5hri Kamal Nathji for
As per that study bio-medlclnes that cost Rs. one and
showing sympathetic attitude.
a half lakh currently will be available to consumers at the
increased price of As. 15 lakh after patenting of drugs. On the basis of points related to the public interest
Under the existing patent laws amongst other things you therein this bill has been moved again with certain
seem to be very much particular about patenting drugs, amendments. This discussion Is not a new one. After
fertilizers and chemicals. This has led to this apprehension. second would war 'GATT' was formed In 1948. Once Patent
Now, the Govt. has also enacted seeds Act providing that Act was moved in India in 1970 Dunkel Proposal was
the seeds may not be patented in the country. Small and moved and it was implemented in 1972. In 1994, after
marginal farmers grow seeds on traditional patterns, I am Urugway round 'TRIPS' came into existence and on it was
afraid that will also be covered under patent laws as the converted to WTO in 1995 then the interests of developing
multi-national Companies are eyeing the marg08a and countries like India and other underdeveloped countries
turmeric. were being considered at international level minutely.
Today the scenario has changed. Population and economy
Madam Chairman, I mean to say that all such
has changed. Today it is more important to discuss the bill
apprehensions that pharmaceutical industries, small scale
according to the interest of the country and public and the
industries, seeds, turmeric etc. is going to be patented
outcome should be considered seriously. Regarding the
which will have an overall impact upon the common man
points of amendment lying in front of you. I would like to
should be taken special care of by the Government. On
say that due to the shortcomings of Intellectual Property
behalf of the Samajwadi Party, I would like to say that this
Rights or the laws made therein Basmati rice was patented
Government is under certain international compulsions.
as Taxmati. There was a big turmoil within the country. We
The issue which has been raised by Shri Rupchand Pal
came out on roads against Patent Law and also courted
and the amendments proposed by him have shrugged off
arrest and we led many demonstrations and movements
the whole doubts and suspicions arising out of the patent
through various parties. Our party has been playing the
of drugs all over the country. Hon'ble Minister, I would like
lead role in these kinds of antagonistic movements.
you to be mindful of the fact that the people of the country
must not carry the impression that the Government is going 16.08 hr..
against the interests of the common man. I rise to support
this bill on behalf of my party. [SHRI DEVENDRA PRASAD YAOAV in the Chait1

SHRI ALOK KUMAR MEHTA (Samastipur) : Madam, The Rashtriya Janata Dal kept on Its fight on such
chairman. I have arisen to speak on the third amendment value based issues since its existence. The day when the
of the Patent Bill. Tt}ank you very much for the time given GATT agreement was signed. our party had strongly
to me to speak. Till now I was listening to my colleagues opposed It. Two days ago. the hon'ble Minister had
speaking on this subject. I consider the Bill being mOWld informed the House in reply to my question regarding
today a re-amendment of the amendment bill prepared and patent that patent law is countrywise and it would and it
moved in Lok Sabha by NDA Government. There were would be applicable within the boundaries of the country.
many lacunas In this bill aqversely affecting the general However. there is an attempt to harmonies the intellectual
public of this country. Its economy, Indigenous industry and 'property rights across the boundary, In entire world. The
the status of India in the international competition, in the patent amendmont bill and .the hidden diplomatic
third amendment bill prepared by NDA Government, which manipulated clauses give us the impression that the
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lobby of the developed countries of the wol1cl is Agreement. The provision made for compulsory licensing
Indirectly and diplomatically govemlng this amendment. to keep it in balance, is a step in right direction. However,
Therefore, we would like to draw the attention of the I would like to tell you that there are loopholes in this patent
Govemment through you towards this issue and, at the law. Major companies are cashing In on these loopholes
same time. we would say that we should be alert In view and seiling the drugs prescribed for AIDS in thirty to fifty
of' neo-feudallstic hidden agenda of the developed times price of their total production cost. this pilferage as
countries similar to the hidden agenda of the NDA well as the loophole Is required to be eliminated. I would
Govemment. like to draw your attention towards the Interests of the
common people, consumption items and marketing of
The tems "Product Patent" and "Process Patent" have these items, rural economy and the whole economy of
overtal<en the other issues like weHare of the country and India, the likely measures to be taken to Improve It and,
its trade. welfare of the people and also the welfare of the at the same time, I expect it to be Improved.
developing and less developed countries since their
inception. There are attempts to turn this country and other Here. the issues regarding the life saving drugs have

less developed countries into consumer market. If this Bill been raised. I agree with the views expressed earlier by

is being introduced under an intemational compulsion. my colleague, a senior leader of the CPM party. It was

then I would IiIte to say that we should make a lobby of unfortunate that the then Government could not take

developing and less developed countries which are benefit of the flexliJility of the TRIPS. Agreement under the

member countries of WTO and which could put pressure second amendment Bill, 2002. It is necessary that the

on top governing authority of the WTO. A lobby of these original agreement of TRIPS,~hould be changed in third

countries should be formed in order to affect the decisions Amendment Bill, 2005 and the hidden Interests of the
developed countries be removed with the proviSion to
of the WTO so as to ensure that the interests of most of
include the interests of the delllal.opl"g,and less developed
the countries are protected. Product patent and Process
countriea in it. I would like to make an appeal to the UPA
patent has been a subject which requires immense
Government to prepare it in the Interests of the developing
consideration. In countries like India were the technology
and semi-developed countries. This Is within the original
is not much advanced and where not many Industries
framework of the TRIPS. However, we are not able to cite
based on costly technology are being set up or where not
it. Therefore, the TRIPS Agreement should be studied
many cottage and small industries are established, there
carefully and the positive aspects of the same are required
is a need to create such an atmosphere which is sure to
to be included in this amendment Bill so that It can be
strengthen the economy of the villages and which is most
made a better Bill.
likely to cast its broad effects on such industries, products
and their marketing. I would like to draw the attention of I would like to suggest that the term "invention" in
the House towards its ill-effects, and at the same time, I patentable subject matter should be analysed and
want to tell the Hon'ble Minister that this is the third elaborated properly and patentable rights be given to such
amendment In a row and in case fifth and sixth "invention" which is really a new product with the new
amendments are also necessary to safeguard the interests viewpoint, new' method and a conjugation of all these.
of the people, we do not have to sit back. This BiU should
be made more useful and it may be moulded In view of What has been stated in earlier speech is that there
protecting the Interests of the country, financial interests is a right to oppose before bringing anything under patent
and the Interests of the common people of the country. and we must have this right. There must be a prOVision
There is inequality of prices and aVIIHability In TRIPS for it in this amendment bill. It devefops a control system
663 Patents (Amendment) MARCH 22, 2005 BiN, 2005 664

IShri Alok Kumar Mehta] brought with many other amendments by keeping the
interest of the farmers and the common people a& well 8&
for the same. We came to know about the patenting of
the public interest in mind. Our party, the Bahujan Samaj
neem and haldi (turmeric) very late. Then there
Party. supports this Bill.
was depatening of these two which we could not know
properly. We did not know about the hearing of the case [English]
in WTO court. Hence, there should be an office in this
country also with regard to patent of items with the SHRI C. KUPPUSAMI (Madras North) : Mr. Chairman,
thank you very much. The hon. Minister Shri Kamal Nath
provision of proper visibility. The common people and the
industrialists should have kn~ledge about any such has brought forward this Patents (Amendment) Bill. in

patent building. pursuance of the WTO commitment made by Indian in the

patents regime. The Patents (Amendment) Ordinance
Here, this is the process and patent is done under that. was earlier issued by H.E. the President, and H the
Steps must be taken in this direction. Bill IS not passed before 8th April, th.!_ Ordinance would
lapse.
If this is a serious matter, it should be dealt with
seriously. It is due to lack of information that the best India is a Signatory to the TRIPS Agreement, and also
investors, after research and inventions, do not know how a member of WTO. After globalisation and Ilberalisation,
to get them patented. I would like to tell Mr. Minister that many structural reforms were brought about in the Indian
the things I have explained are related to the interest of economy. and the consequent benefits have mostly
the people and economy _ well as the rural economy of reached the industry, depriving the working class.
this country.
An apprehension is created in the minds of the public
Agriculture is the meet Important sector in our country, that once the Amendment Bill is passed, drug prices,
which has always been neglected on such issues. So far especially, life-saving drug prices will go up, and other
as the patent in this sector is concemed, we should be commodities that are of common use would also go up.
much careful about this Amendment Bill brought by you The Government should come forward to allay the
so that the farmers of this country, who have been cheated apprehenSion. While carrying forward the reforms further
by various tactics and rural people are not cheated under like countries like Britain. France, etc. did, India also should
international pressure through this amendment Bill. This take steps to protect the national interests.
should be well taken care of.
The House may recall that our leader late Thiru
With these words, I conclude. Murasoll Maran. the then Union Commerce and Industry
Minister, who was an asset to the Central Government,
SHRI LALMANI PRASAD (Basti) : Hon. Mr. Chairman,
negotiated with the member-developing countries for more
Sir. I am grateful to you for giving me an opportunity to
than 36 hours, at the Doha Convention, to protect the
speak on the Patent Bill. Keeping in view the national
interest of the developing countries. especially, India. He
requirement as well as the public interest it should be
negotiated very convincingly with the WTO forum for
given a serious through SO that multinational companies
the protection of Interests of Indian labour class, and
may not dominate our country. Our all hon. Members have
farmers.
expressed their, apprehension in this regard. Neem, Haldi,
Tulsi and all other life supPorting drugs and vegetation The impact of the patent regime should be minimised
should not be patented in public interest. This bill has been so that the farmers, workers, common men need not have
665 P."'nt. (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) BiR, 2005 686

to pay more price because of patenting of various items whole family is involved in hendicfaft itema or making of
either through product patent or process patent. matches, etc. Therefore, it is better that the product Is
eval..-ted In terms of its quatlty and standard, rather than
The Govemment is bringing an amendment relating
the proceas.
to eICclusilfe marketing rights. which should not make the
trader exploit our poor people. With these words, I thank you for giving me an
opportunity to participate in the debate.
The Bill has got the provisions relating to guard
against patenting abroad of dual use technologies. We [Translation]
have heard that a lot of common things, which we use
traditionally in India, are being patented with some value- SHRI BRAJA KISHORE TRIPATHY (Puri) : Mr.
Chairman, Sir, I and my party oppose the Patent
added products like Neem. Haldi. Bumati, TeICmati, Tulsi.
etc. The Government should be vigilant and see that such amendment Bill. 1970, brought for amendments. This

b.~1c things, which do not undergo any process. should amendment Bill is highly dangerous for the country

not be patented anywhere. particularly for the rural people, common masses and the
agricultural sector. Ours has been a tradition and
Adequate safeguards should be provided for protection civilization of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" . Go through
of public interest, national security. bio-diversity. and the five thousand years old Vedas and Puranas. The
traditional knowledge. besides, public health and nutrition. things invented were for the development of human
labour interests, and farmers. Indian economy is mainly civilization and human life. They were not intended for
dependent on agriculture, and more than 70 per cent of marketing.
the population living in the rural areas are dependent on
It has been just said that patent era has come. The
agriculture. Therefore, agricultural operations should be
Govemment paved the way of selling the country after
safeguarded and the prices of inputs. such as quality
going to WTO in 1995. Your vested Interest In it will never
seeds. fertilisers, farm implements. etc., should be
get fuHilled. The Government does not know the definition
affordable by the small and marginal farmers. Similarly,
of chemical organism and micro organism. What will be
the interests of small-scale industries should also be
done about this? It has not at all been referred to in this
protected and adequate safeguards shoufd be provided In
amendment Bill. What will be the definition of micro
the legislation itself, since the Informal sector or the
chemical organism? What will happen to the medicine and
unorganised sector is a major source of employment In
chemical fertilizer, after this Bill, which are being used for
the country.
thousands of years? The definition of this is also not known
We are the largest democracy in the world, and we yet. You have not been able to finalise It through the
are capable enough to produce all items. right from needle technical committee. Tulsi, Neem and Turmeric are main
to satellite. organs. The Government wilt have to clarify a8 to what wilt
be the position of these mediclne8. which are being used
Sir, I would like to make one more point about for thousands of years in the country.
marketing rights. The WTO conditionalities should not be
such that it interferes with our process or manner of It has been said that the prices of medicines will not
production. They should not impose any restrictions on go up. But how would this happen? The experience 01 our
work culture. As you know, we have cottage industry, country shows that the prices of life saving drugs "iWU

we have home industry, domestic industry, where the gone up 100 to 200 times. How will the prices of medicines
ee7 Patents (Amendment) MARCH 22, 2005 8H1. 2005 ee8

[SM Braja Klshore Trlpathy) of my party I.e. BlJu Jante Oa/. I oppose It, for It Is not In
national Interest.
not go up? The prices of medicines will lurely go up and
newspapers say that this Government Is playing in the MR. CHAIRMAN : Four hours time was allotted for this
hands of multinationals. This Government want to sacrifice Bill. 'TWo hours and fifteen minutes have been spent, one
the interest of the country for the vested Interests of hour forty-five minutes remains. This bill has to be passed
multinationals. There is no interest of our country in It. The by 6.15 p.m. This business can be taken by 6.15 p.m. I
government is saying that the handloom sector and export hope that all hon. Members would take care of the time
will meet to their and the export of software will come down frame.
if the Bill is not passed today. What is the percentage of
THE MINISTER OF RAILWAYS (SHRI LALU PRASAD):
our export in international market today? Will the hon.
Lets do it by 5 p.m.
Minister clarify this? Whether It is handloom or any other
thing, what Is the total percentage of it in International
THE MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND
trade? How much the country will suffer and how much
MINISTER OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI GULAM
will be imported? This should be studied. Since we are
NABI AZAD) : This the time that has been allotted.
adopting patent products and leaving patent process, this
will never be a better position for the country. What will SHRI LALU PRASAD: You say that It has to be passed,
be our condition? The Hon. Minister will have to clarify this. then get it passed.
This Act is not in the interest of our country. Therefore, I
oppose it and hope that this Government will try to refer MR. CHAIRMAN Hon'ble Minister of Railways,

this Bill to a standing committee where it can be fully we shall try to pass it within the time allotted in the

discussed. BAC.

[English]
Nothing has been said about seeds in it. It is my
personal experience that once we become competitive as
SHRI C.K. CHANDRAPPAN (Trichur) : Sir, a lot of
per WTO standards, USA and other countries would start
things have been said for and against the Bill. Certain
dictating us. It is my personal experience in steel industry
basic positions have to be re-stated even now. That is, in
that when steel industry and steel products were
India, we had a legislation in 1891 on the Patents and
competitive in the international market, America started
Designs. That was a product regime, under which it had
anti-dumping and imposed anti-dumping counter-
been told that in India, in relation to medicines, at that time,
duty charges. It affected the companies of the country
85 per cent of our medicinal requirements was met by
and we had to approach Dispute Settlement Panel, though
import of medicines from abroad. In those days, probably,
we won the case there. But the loss we Incurred in
the transnational corporations were not as big as they are
the last four-five years and for protecting it's Industry,
today. But even then, with the product regime that was
the country like USA Imposed illegal duty and the
there upto 1911, the situation in this country was such that
country did not gain anything by virtue of being a member
we had to depend upon imports for the 85 per cent of our
of WTO. If the anti-dumping of other country is Imposed
medicinal requirements.
on US this wrtf, the product of India will become com-
petitive but we would not ~ able to have ace818 to the After 1970, when India adopted a new Patents
competitive market of other countries. We will have to legislation, where we had adopted a process regime, the
undergo thi8 situation. I, there, oppose the bill on behalf situation was reversed. This 85 per cent of our country's
669 Patents (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Sake) 8/1/, 2006 670

medicinal requirement was met by our own products. That cheaper. medicines as we used to in the past. I appreciate
was a remarkable achievement. Not only that, we started the spirit in which the Minister has brought the
exporting to countries which does not have the facility or amendments. Probably, we will support those amendments,
Infrastructure to produce their own medicines. We supplied but the Minister should give an assurance to this House
medicine to meet their requirements. But will the Minister as to whom the benefit of this Bill would go.
now assure that we will be able to meet our own
requirements at a cheaper rate after adopting this In my opinion. it is not that the people of the country

product regime? Can it be assured that we would be who are going to be benefited at large. That is the fear,

able to meet the requirements of medicine of our that is the apprehension in the minds of our people. Why

people? Because that was not our experience in the past. are we being pressurized by WTO? Why are we being

... (Interruptions) pressurized by the United States? Why are we being

pressurized by the multi-national companies? Their
SHRI GURUDAS DASGUPTA (Panskura) : Hon. intention Is very clear. They think that in this new regime
Minister should kindly listen to what the hon. Member is that we are going to have, they will have their play, will
saying .... (Interruptions) be able to create a situation where medicines will become
costlier and people will suffer, - people not only of India
SHRI KAMAL NATH : I am Iistening .... (lnterruptions)
but peoples of the developing counries especially of the

[Translation] countries like Africa will suffer. Will the Minister be able
to assure this House that he will bring out some
PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA (South Delhi) : understandable facts and figures to say that he will not
When he has to support the govemment only why would be taking this country to that kind of a situation? That is
he listen me? a very important thing. At the initial stage, when the Bill
was introduced, the objection was raised from that angle.
SHRI GURUDAS DASGUPTA : That is exactly my point.
The objection was raised because the life of the people,
But let it not be taken for granted .... (lnterruptlons)
the life of the larger number of Indian people will be at
peril, if the medicines are not available at cheaper rates.
SHRI C.K. CHANDRAPPAN : It is better for the Minister
I do not want to give you statistics. I think, you may have
to listen a little bit more. Probably, the Ministers can have
enough statistics. If the medicines which are today
confabulations later. That may be showing a little more
available in India, are available in the United States or in
respect to this House.
the European countries, the price difference will be one
What I am saying is that you are moving towards hundred times to three hundred times tor life saving
product patent. Will the Minister be able to assure that the drugs. This will be for drugs to save the life from cancer,
medicinal requirements of the country will be met by our the drug for trealing cholesterol, and drugs for so many
production as was the position earlier? It was not possible other diseases. I would like to know whether we are
before 1970. Today, I think, many hon. Members have told going to createe a situation where our people will get
that they get a lot of representations from abroad, cheaper medicines as they used to get. That is a real
especially, from African countries, who are dependent on apprehension which I think you will clarify when you reply
our medicines to meet the needs of their people. But, now to it. This way, Ihe country will get convinced that he is
they are worried when we are making legislation to comply bringing this legislation for the benefit of the country
with the Intellectual Property Rights regime, the WTO and for the common people. I have my apprehensions
compliance. Their fear Is that we will not be able to provide about It.
671 Patents (Amendment) MARCH 22, 2005 Bill, 2005 672

[Shri CK Chandrappan) You need not call the name of the other speaker, before
that I would conclude.
We should not miss one point. You may say that this
is a very old understanding. But after the post-war period So, I will extend support and my party will extend
when countries became independent and new countries support to this Bill with all these fears in our mind, with
tried to develop economically, there was an attempt made all these worries that we have. We will extond support due
from that time onwards by inperialism to re-colonies the to political exigencies and not that we are so much
countries. They treated them as their market as was the convinced of the arguments that you are
case in the ancient days. Today, the instruments are advancing ... (/nterruptions) It is not that we are so much
different. It is not that they come with their guns, ships and convinced of the arguments advanced by you. You have
all that. The instruments are multi-national corporations; the brought forward good amendments. To that extent. you
instruments are patents. It is not my statement. This Is what were kind enough. or rather these are also political
the United Nations said in its study abut Trans-national exigencies that you were to get the support of the Left and
Corporations. Trans-national Corporations are the modern other parties. To that extent, it is good. But the basic
instruments of neo-colonialism. If we are now making this problem remains, whether we are opening ourselves up
amendment and opening the gate for trans-national for the multi-national corporations to penetrate into our
companies to come in and loot our country, will he be able economy, to take us for granted and kill our people by
to assure us that he will prevent the trans-national nol giving them medicines, and kill the people of
companies? They are not caring much about the countries African countries who are depending on us for life saving
like us. There are a number of experiences available in
drugs.
our history about these trans-national corporations. They
try to subvert the regime and to try to discipline them. II With these words, I would like to say, Mr. Minister, that
happened in Chile, it happened in many other countries. you would get our vote, but when you are replying, please
Probably, I do not know whether Shrimati Indira Gandhi explain these issues so that we could go with a little less
has become a fossilized memory for you. It was Indira worries after the consequences.
Gandhi's quotation that was quoled by Shri Rupchand Pal
when he was speaking. I need not repeat it. [Translation]

Why had she said so? She said that 'medicines are SHRI GEORGE FERNANDES (Muzaffarpur) : Mr.
the life saving device. It should not be patented.' A world Chairman, Sir, I strongly oppose the Bill. It has been
in her dream, she said, Is a world where medicines will repeatedly stated that this Bill has been drafted by NDA
not be patented, and medicines will not be made for and no one should speak any thing negative about It. It's
profiteering. a fact that the Bill was drafted by NDA Government. It is
known to all. I am emphasizing that only that is a
But, Mr. Minister, here you are making a legislation, truth. After drafting the Bill It was referred to the
and I have no doubt, It will open the way for profiteering, Parliamentary Standing Committee and It was decided by
for which obviously It is patenting medicines. It Is obvioUsly
the Standing Committee that any Member of Public could
going for profiteering at the expense of pur people and
tender hIsIher suggestions about the BlU. The Bill was also
their IHe.
circulated among many organizations who had interest in
such matters and their suggestions were sought. It's
MR. CHAIRMAN : Please conclude now.
unfortunate that due to adverse circumstances the work
SHRI C.K. CHANDRAPPAN : I am going to ~. could not be completed. I am putting this fact here
673 Patents (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927· (Saka) 8iI~ 2005 674

because the issue of referring the Bill to the Standing Sir, I would like to mention here that whatever they
Committee has been expreased in the House, which have concluded at the end of their editorial is that if this
has already been done long back. While drafting the Bill is passed, It will not be feasible and only God can save
Bill the NDA had taken the decision to being it to the us from ita repercussions. The World Health Organisation
notice of the people of the entire country and It is has mentioned the following fact in Its m..sage;-
known to everybody. We have documentary evidence of
[English]
this fact and therefore, we do not want to drag this matter
further.
"The WTO Ministerial Declaration on the TRIPS
Agreement and Public Health adopted in Doha. 2001
Sir, I strongly oppose it. I am opposing It because I
affirmed that the TRIPS Agreement can and should
have studied the Bill in the last few days. W.H.O. had
be interpreted and implemented in a manner
requested by writing a letter to the Prime Minister, the
supportive of WTO Members' rights to protect public
President and the Health Minister of our country and to
health and in particular, to promote access to
all those related to this Bill that after passing It, there will
medicines for all."
be great difficulty In getting medicine and it will not be
possible for common man to purchase the medicines [Translation]
available. There is great focus of the Government on HIV,
i.e. AIDS, it will be great difficulty for the people to purchase It means, whatever has been referred in TRIPS but
medicine related to this disease. The United Nations where the issue belongs to public health, belongs to

Organizations wrote to our President, the Prime Minister medicines. preference must be given to public but today

and other such people that if they passed this Bill, it would we are neglecting that aspect here. It may be possible that

make devastating impact on the people of this country. these things may not have come to the notice of everybody.

When this discussion was started here, mention was That is why I had mentioned that the Govemment of India

made of the two articles published in the New York should put forth these issues before the public. All these

Times. That was taken very lightly here. The New York are facts and information received from the govemment

Times is not a common man's newspaper and nor does side which I am putting before you, but still complete

it support the Indian cause. But those people who are information has not been placed before the public. If all

going to make this Bill a law ignoring the facts written about these things are placed before the people of the country,
it will become clear that whatever is being done. it is being
it, will be committing excesses on the people and this
done rightly or wrongly.
excess will not only be on our people but also on those
countries to whom we have been supplying mediCines so
Sir. therefore, I urge upon the House that this Bill
far, today, they are pained as to what would happen to
may not be passed. Hon'ble Members have put forth their
them.
views here. and I have also stated what the New York
Times had mentioned. I would like to read out its last
TheSE! are not fictitious things. These are written things
sentence here:-
that have been reached to the Government. We want to
say, if the Government of India place the documents
[Engfish]
received by it till date before the public, It will reveal the
opinion of the entire world with regard to this Bill. I have "If the decree is not changed before the Parliament
made reference about New York Times. There is no need approves it, it will be very difficult for India to supply
to read out that here. life-aaving drugs and Indian Parliamentarians must
675 PB~ts (Amendment) MARCH 22, 2005 Bill, 2005 676

(Shri George Fernandes] But under this law, getting I!I compulsory licence win be
slow and difficult as It can be held up by challenges from
keep in mind that this arcane dispute is actually a
'or the
multinational drug firms. The Controller of Patents has to
crucial battleground health of hundreds of
0'
take Into account various things such as time elapsed
millions people in India and world-wide.· since the Issuance of patents, efforts made by the patentee
to make full use of the patent and t 3 ability of the applicant
(Translation)
to uSe this' for public benefit. These alone will make an
average bureaucrat delay matters for years. Moreover,
Sir, after listening and understanding all theee facts,
India's law will not allow these medicines to be sold to
it is not possible for me to support this Bili that is why I
countries that do not have patents on them - which means
mentioned that I strongly oppose this Bill.
most of Africa and a large number of small developing

(English) countries. While the Ordinance provides for the issuance

of· :ompulsory licences for exports for public health, it gives
SHRIMATI MANEKA GANDHI (Pilibhit) : India has the Controller of Patents the power to specify any criteria
benefit~d from the low cost generic industry to dominate that he deems suitable. The TRIPS General Council
30 per cent of the low cost drugs in the world. We achieved specified that such generic drugs could be exported to
lead9rship status by a strong case in the WTO for countries that had little or ·no manufacturing. capacity. But
flexibilities that protect consumers' rights against we have not even left that to ourselves. We have a~ded

multinationals. We 'are about to give lIP these that the country should have patent. What is the need for
advantages that we gained for the developing world in this additionality? This loophole could be and should be

this Act. We are also putting at risk, the lives 0' hundreds eliminated. This Ordinance has instituted two more strange

of millions of people all over the WOrld, not just in our provisions, namely, it has limited the challengeability of

country. patents before they take effect. All one has to do is to send
a letter which may be considered or not but has no legal
17.00 hra. right. This Is. merely a formality as the Controller need not
gl\le a hearing which, I am told by the han. Member, is
These are the problems which I express and which now being changed to anyone opposing the grant of the
have be~n expressed by many speakers who are equally patent - which makes. opposition the same mockery as
concerned in every PartY. Since the amendments have not those who oppose multinational power plants. for
been passed, I oppose the Bill in its current form and these Instance. This law should allow challenges to patents
are the reasons for that. before they take place. Australia. New Zealand a~d
Pakistan have now granted very strong pre-grant hearings.
We are issuing rules that will effectively end the There are now about 8000 applications for grant. Will
copycat industry for newer drugs. All this will mean that they also be granted the pate,:,ta immediately. monopolizing
the &UPply of affordable medi"ines is gone and the generic the whole Industry and bringing treatment to the poor to
competitiQn which drives down the prices of branded drugs . a halt?
will also go. We have gone far beyond what is asked of
us. WTO gives us the right to protect our cQnsumer rights 17.04 hra,
in the name of public health. WTO agreed in November,
[MR. DePUTY-SPEAKER In thfI Challj
2001 that countries can Issue compulsory licences to
permit the gener!t productioh of patented drugs without the Secondly. It is vague about the evergreenlng effact.1n
pdtent holder's agreement In orde~ to protect public health. whic~ companies extend their patent rigtde by ·swltching
 681
'ltents (Amendment) CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) Bill, 2005 618

"The '
,:'ules to tablets. for Instance. ThIs extends can say that this is a law which was brought in Initially
giles. Parliament must make sure that it protects the by the BJP and there is little defence to It. It was a bad
fof India to make these generic drugs. We should law. But you have continued tl1ft law. I hope It will be
,~

'~'we the provision that allows this evergreening. We amended to make it equitable to keep II on the right side
/ Jady have examples in front of us which many speakers of TRIPS. I have not understood the rationale for this
..ve given. Pakistan under product patents is already Government to put additional conditionalities on its own
(eeling under prices being charged for monopoly dftlgs that have not been asked of them by the TRIPS.
that are far higher. Paklstan's consumers have, according
to their own reports. to pay more than Rs. 100 crore more Yesterday. the hon. Minister contradicted me by saying

for Just nine drugs that make up 14 per cent of the medicine that I was wrong - when I said that we should delay 11-

market. What coats Rs. 50 here costs As. 400 there. What by saying that UK did not delay Ita deadline. I have known
the hon. Minister for a long time and In his haste to always
should and what should not be patentable has also been
have the last word. he perhaps sacrificed exactitude. UK
left· open to interpretation. Earlier. the new use for a
substance could not be patented. Now this has been did have WTO deadlines to comply with and they did delay
the procees until Parliament and their Select Committee
qualified to allow it by putting "mere new use" instead of
had a proper debate before amending their Patents Act.
"new use".
Countries like Brazil. China. etc. have made use of the
I quote from Down to Esrth: flexlbllities available within TRIPS to the optimal extent and
tightened their Patents laws. The Commerce Ministe..s
"As TRIPS does not elaborate the definition of what
statement that India is going to be penalised for not
constitutes an invention. countries can innovate and
complying with the TRIPS obligations and hence the need
define more clearly. what they believe constitutes an
to pass the amendment urgently brings me to say that a
invention. For instance. countries can set their rules
badly drafted Bill is worse than no Bill at all.
to differentiate between a non-patentable discovery
and a patentable discovery. particulerly with reference Sir. I am going to limit my speech to six points only.
to genetiC material. Industrialised countries have This is what we need:-
continuously expanded the meaning of Invention to
1. We need to limit the scope of patentt..bility tp only
serve the interests of companies involved with gene
new chemical entities.
technology. In contrast. Brazil. Argentina and the
Andean Pact nations exclude patents on natural
2. No patents for ..ew usage and dOS·.\,18 of known
substances and their reproduction. since no Invention drugs. ~
is involved. Both thesa approaches conform to
TRIPS". 3. Retain pre-grE.nt opposition in Its orllt.,al form.

We can go either way. It further says: 4. Simple procedures with a time L :t fOr grant of
compulsory licences.
"Therefore, other countries have used this opportunity,
provided within TRIPS, to their advantage. India can 5. Immunity for generic drugs whi':" are alread.,
and should do this as well." available in the market.

There is a suspicion here that Members of the ruling 6. Introduction of Ceiling on royalty to·pharmaceutical
coalition have given way to multinational companies. You companies.
679 Patents (Amendment) MARCH 22, 2006 BIll, 2Ot§ 678

[Shrlrnati Maneka Gandhi) of drugs out of the range of consumers. They a;:e will be
out ways to promote generic drugs to control rr~
\
from
Can people pay Rs. 1,20,000 per month instead of Rs.
prices. We are going In the oppoaIte direction with tl'\as to
8,000 per month for an anti-cancer drug? can people Therefore, I suggest that there should be fl.o~d
suffering from HIVIAIDS throughout the world pay Rs.
consultation and perhaps this Bill could be sent to tee
4,50,000 per year for their drugs instead of Rs. 7,000 per
Standing Committee. Or, the Government could agree '"t
year now? Should we lose our rights to oppose
all the amendments that have been moved by the hOn'.
beforehand the frivolous patents granted to the companies?
Members and perhaps to the amendments that would be
Are low cost drugs not an absolute necessity to a country
moved If the Bill was sent to the Standing Committee.
like ours where social and medical insurance Is not
available to everyone? What Is the basis for the repeated KUNWAR JITIN PRASADA (Shahjahanpur) : Sir, I rise
statements of the Commerce Minister that the prices of to support the Patents (Amendment) Bill, 2005. The product
drugs wHi not be affected? There are 33 million diabetics, patent Bill seeks to create a conducive environment to
20 mllHon asthmatics. 4.6 million tuberculosis patients, encourage innovation and growth in primarily three
two miltion people suffer from malaria and 5.1 million HIVI sectors, namely, pharmaceutical, food and chemical
AIDS patients and the cure for none of these diseases sectors. As everyone is aware, we have availed of the
have yet been found, and hence any new drug for these entire ten-year transition period under the trade related
diseases would be product patented and the prices would Intellectual Property Agreement of 1995. Now, the time has
rise. come for India to Introduce the Patents Act. I cannot fail
to ImpreSs upon the Members of this house the
Sir, we already have been given the example of the
international economic repercussions that we will face if
anti-cancer drug given to Novartis. According to an hon.
this Bill is not passed.
Member, we have the right of revocation. Has this
Government used the right of revocation for the patent Firstly, India would be Inviting retaliatory action under
given to Novartis, even though the Govemment the WTO disputes mechanism. Secondly, a legal vacuum
acknowledged that it was a fault? The official involved has would be created with regard to the mailbox applications
been suspended and the price has risen to Rs. 1,000. Has because there Is no provision for them after the expiry of
the Government revoked it? The Government has not done the Ordinance. Thirdly, erosion of India's credibility will be
so. Why is the Government not ready to tighten the there in the international field, We have also seen and
compulsory licensing mechanism? Why is the Government recognised that the need of the hour over the last decade
not ready to retain the pre-grants opposition clauses of the is to have a patent law in India. Whether our party has
Indian Patents Act. 1970.when TRIPS has no objections been in power or out of power, the Congress has not
to it? I hope. these are the issues the hon. Minister would wavered on Its belief that the product patent law will be
address right now. What has been the reply of the Health economically and socially beHer to India.
Ministry to the leHer from the World Health Organisation?
In sharp contrast, the BJP or the NDA Government has
What has been the reply of the hon. Prime Minister to the
letter from the Medicines Sans Frontieres to the President been wavering in its stand from time to time. When they

of India? are in power, they say something and when they are out
of power, they say something else. I have .nrbr Ministers
Sir, all over the WOUld, even the rich countries have on record who have said favouring this Bill. A senior
learnt that they need to rework systems that put the prices Minister of the NDA Government has said:
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"The emergence of knowledge economy has now process within the three-year grace period of a particular
given the country a comparative advantage in this company gening a patent.
domain and India could gain by keeping pace with
the global community in providing for an efficient
One more point which the Minister hal added is that
there wiN be 8 No Objection Cettlficate required by the
legislation and administrative framework for intemational
property rights management."
Govemment of India If Iny Indian wanta to patent abroad.
This helps in controlling dual technologies which wiN be
There was another Minister who, in his debate on hazardous to us.
patents, has said on the floor of the House as:
I would also like to say that related to the Intellectual
"The Bill is a good example of how we get trapped Property Rights is the Copyright Act of 1993 which gave
under slogans without trying to understand the issue. protection to computer engineers, artistes and musicians
Then we take anticipatory position which hurts rational that has been welcomed by the IT Industry, muBIc industry
discourse." and the film industry.

I would like to point out that the NDA Govemment or The other protection of the IPR is the geographical
the BJP has kept changing its stand over the same issue. indication, according to which particular names cannot be
Today also. one of the newspapers has carried an editorial used. For example. Sir Lankan tea growers cannot use the
where it is said that the NDA had initiated the Bill but later name of Da~eeling Tea. This Is also welcomed by
sabotaged it. The Congress Party, on the other hand, had everybody. I fail to understand why a .imUar concept with
initiated the debate on the Patents Bill over 12 years back. similar merits is facing 80 much resistance.
We have held wide-ranging consuHations with NGOs,
One concem that has been raIHd is the rt.e In price•.
political parties and industry. There was a JPC formed for
I would like to inform the House that 81 far al drugs are
this very purpose which held about 40 sittings on the Issue.
concerned, 97 per cent of tMm 8f'8 off the patent, hence
For how long are we going to debate on this Issue? That
remain untouched. Out of the other three per cent that
is my question to the hon.Membert who· are In the
remain, two per cent are .covered under the National
Opposition.
Essential Drugs List which the Government monitors. The
I would like to point out that keepfng with the other mechanisms of controlling prices are through the
Govemment'l cornmftmentto the common man, the hon. Drug Control Price Order and the National Pharmaceutical
Minister 1'18,. enaured that"'asonablerequJrenient8 of Pricing Authority, which ensure availability of drugs at
aY8flabfffty and affOrdabnily of drugs WIll be taken care of reasonable p.rlcea. There Js also compullory Hcen.ing by
and public Interest will be safeguarded. Further protection the Government, which can be done on the grounds o'
to Indian companies has ~ given with provisions abusive pricing.
incorporated which were not in the Ordinance Introduced
I would also like to point out that in Irda we· have
by the NDA Government that mailbox appIIcItIonl will be
effective prospectively. So, the Indian companies will be
prevemable dilea.se&.lika malaria. cholera and T8, which
still exist. It is not only about pricing. It is also about
protected from infringement proceedings with retrospective
healthcar. and infrastructure of this country, which are at
effect.
fault. It is not only pricing which ie at fault. It is about poor
The other amendment that has been made as an sanitation and clean drinking water, which are the causes
improvement is that the compulsory licence can be got into for these diseases.
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[Kunwar Jltin Prasada) This Is what I have to say on the 1Ubject. Having laid
the Impllcatlons of the arnendment In black and white
At this point, I would like to point out that India, with before the HOU88, I sincerely hope that all Members will
Its unique synergy, has considerable amount of advantages see the urgency In pasaing the BIll.
In the fields of IT, medicine and biotech. With the patent
law coming Into being, with the amount of potential that In the end, I would like just to say that India has a

India has with Its skilled manpower, it would be able to commitment to keep. It Is time for all of us to keep our

take advantage in many fields over other countries. So far differences aside and do the needful.

investors have been hesitating to come to India because

MR. DEPUTY-SPEAKER.: I request the han. Members
of the weak IPR' laws in India.
to be brief. I have a list of 20 hon. Members who are yet
to speak. May I request the han. Members not to take more
There Ie al80 a menace of spurious drugs and
than five minutes?
spurious pesticides. With patents law coming into being,
the patentee al80 becomes the stakeholder and would SHRI SURESH KURUP (Kottayam) : Respected
ensure and help the State in getting rid of the spurious Deputy-Speaker, Sir, ever since this Patents (Amendment)
market in India. Ordinance was promulgated, widespread apprehension
were expressed by groups concerned in India and also
Another field where the patents law will be effective,
outside the country about the provisions of the Bill. The
I believe, is the agriculture sector. During the first Green
concern was due to the fact that It will prevent th~ common
Revolution we have seen that it was a success primarily
man in our cO'untry and also of the other developing and
because of import of high technology and irrigation. During
least developed countries having access to the life-saving
the Ofeen Revolution we have also seen the pattern of
medicines.
agriculture changing and diversifying. I believe the Inaian
farmer needs the best available pesticides and fertilizers Sir, as already mentioned, various international
to help him flourish. It will also give a fillip to our agriculture organisations like WHO, UNAIDS wrote to Govemment of
research universities. They will get incentives to make !,ndia. All these organisations asked the Government of
available their innovations to the farmers of India. India to be cautious about this Bill. Sir, the apprehension
... (Interruptions) was due to the fact that the flexibility available in the TRIPS
Agreement, and also in the Doha Declaration of 2001, was
MR. DEPUTY-SPEAKER Mr. Prasada, you have not made use of in this Bill. Widespread criticism arose
already taken nine minutes. on three-four areas. I am happy the c..overnment of India
addressed that and proper amendments are circulated.
SHRI SACHIN PILOT (Dausa) : Sir, this Is his maiden
.,. (Interruptions)
speech.
MR. DEPUTY-SPEAKER : Silence please.
KUNWAR JITIN PRASADA : Patent law looks as if it
would increase the monopoly. I 'tolOuld like to point out that SHRI SURESH KURUP : One major area where aU
the Impact of new Patents Amendment BIft would enable of us have raised our criticism was the provision which
generic drug manufacturers to sell their products In India helps the patent holder muitlnatlonal oompanles for
as well as abroad. India 18 one of the major manufacturers evergreening of patents. Sir, a company which obtains a
of drugs for exports. The estimates of the domestic Industry patent by changing their chemicals, before the expiry of
are that it has the potential to capture 1/3rd or the global the patent, they wHi again apply for a patent and again
generic market by 2010. get a patent. So, in this way, they wi" continue to get a
685 Pate",. (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 811, 2006 686

patent for the same medicine; For ex~Ie, the drug caIed So, H you do not fix the royafty, tMy can charge any
'Glevlc', is used for the treatment of Leukaemia. It Is amount of percentage, that Is, the patent-holder can charge
patented by' Novarti•. This was originally patented In 1993. any amount. My humble request II that the percentage of
n,e cost of the drug for the treatment of this disease comes royalty should be fixed.
to about Rs. 1,20,000 per month in India. At the same time,
the generic versions are available In the country which cost Sir, these are the major areas where criticisms are

only Rs. 8000 to Rs. 10,000. levelled against the Amendment Bill. I am happy that within
the limitations, those crlticisma are taken care of, and all
,Sir, this drug need not be given the patent here amendments are going to be moved by the Govemment.
because it is a pre-1995 molecule and need not be given In the end, I support the Bill.
a patent as per the TRIPS Agreement. But, what happened
(Translation]
was that Novartis filed a new 'patent application for the
same drug in 1998 in India claiming a better crystal format SHRI MOHAN SINGH (Dearia) : Mr. Deputy-Speaker,
of the original drug. Based on the 1998 application,
....
\, Sir, afterthe phase of 1991-92 and 1993. when such types
Novartis obtained an exclusive marketing right for 'Glevlc' of changes were taking place not only in our country, but
in 2003 in India. also in the economic areas of all countries of the worid,
we had strongly opposed that In this very House but after
Then, Sir, some generic versions were available In this
1994 when the opposition came in the power, they
country. This wrongful decision of the Patent OffIce now
complied with all those things till 1998, which they had
threatens this generic version. Based on the exclusive
opposed In 1994. After 1998 till previous year. these
marketing rights, Novartls obtained an injunction against
people were in power among which our leader George
six generic manufacturers from producing this generic
Sahib was the front-runner. The process which started in
version. Sir, as a result, only one manufacturer Is currently
1993 was followed by those people promptly while in
producing the generic version of 'Glevic' and Novartis has
power than these people. Had the election to this 13th Lok
taken legal action against the said sole producer. The suit
Sabha not held 10 months before the stipulated time, this
Is stili pending. So, what is happening? This was a major
Bill would have presented by George Sahib in place of
concem expressed by various groups and also by the Left.
Sh. Kamal Nath and we people would have opposed It
Now, that proper amendment Is being circulated, I think,
while sitting In the opposition. To oppoee such things in
that is taken care of.
Partiament is merely a formality. 801M proposals are

Another area was the 'pre-grant opposition', which was moved merely to score political points. But the fact is that
very essential and also a major feature of our Patentl Act, we all are the part of WTO and we have our commitments

1970. That was also amended and the amendment towards WTO. Fulfillment of such commitments becomes

accepted by the Govemment takes care of that also. the obligation of those people who are the part of the
govemment and represent India In such institution. and
Sir, Another thing is that there are also thousands of organizations. Therefore, while appreciating the compulsion
applicetions pending in the Mail Box. For those medicines, of the govemment. I would like to give a wamlng In this
generic versions are avaHabIe in our country and once regattl.
they get patent, this generic version win be out of the
market. Now, the amendment says that by paying a "?YBIty, In 1970, when we passed the Patents BIll, at _ time

they can market that rnedIcIne-gener versions. But, my Itw.. agnted to accept the patenting of prot_lng. W.
point II that a percentage of the royalty amount IhouId be did not accept the pat8nIIng of producll In three
fixed. Sir, In Canada. It Is 4 per cent. COIMIOdIIi•• viz. fooc:IgrWna. t.rtIizer and ......... SUI
887 Patents (Amendment) MARCH 22, 2005 Bin, 2005 888

[Shri Mohan Singh] SimHarty, the Government of India have to think over the
extinction of livestOCk, decreasing number of oxen and
the review should have been made by any of the bulls and to see the extent of effect of these drugs on the
govemments with regard to its III-effects on our society after animals. We think that drugs worth Rs. 32,000 crore were
accepting the patenting of these products. I believe that manufactured in our country last year. The drugs worth
it has an adverse effect on the live stock, and living- around Rs. 11, 000 crore were exported In the world. The
conditions of our country. It can be viewed by the personal drugs manufactured in our country are exported to the
experience. There is a great decline in the live-stock of our neighbouring countries such as Bangladesh and particularly
country and this decline could be attributed to the Nepal. The spurious drugs which are half of the total export
production of these kinds of medicines and pesticides and of these drugs. are theirs. The manufacturing of drugs in
use of pesticides and fertilizers by us. A review should be multinational companies is being carried out by adopting
made with regard to the extent of effect of these pesticides unfair means. The Hon'ble Minister of Chemicals and
and fertilizers. Fertilizers has admitted in the House that the drug which
involves production cost of Rs. One and half or Rs. Two
An unfortunate situation is likely to arise before the
and half, is being sold at a price of Rs. One hundred and
world within next 15-16 years. China is the leading country
fifty to Rs. Two hundred and fifty in the country. The
with regard to consumption of food and also the
Government of India must think over how It can regulate
consumption of food-grains. India comes at the second
and control the drugs industry with the help of such laws
place. The agricultural production of both these countries
and check the mal-practices in drug industry affecting
is decreasing. If we take a looks at the review of agriculture
common man and poor. We know that the Ministers who
of India during the last three years, we would find that the
re~esent India in WTO, certainly safeguard the interests
agricultural production of the country is continuously
of India. This is their national duty. I have seen that the
declining. China is meeting the deficit of food-grains by
former Minister Shri Murasoli Maran had taken a very good
importing the same from other countries. In countries
step in Geneva. Our party has publicly appreciated the role
particularly in Canad~ and America, where the consumers
played by the present hon'ble Minister of Commerce and
are less, the production of food-grains is increasing rapidly.
Industry as he has initiated the process of protecting the
It is being said that when the population of India goes up
interests of India. The concern on the matter can be
to around one billion and 25 crore in the next 10-12 years,
understood in the context that major countries of the world
given the present position of agriculture, we will have to
have the tendency to suppress and bully the smaller
think over whether we will be able to bear the burden of
countries in whatever way they can in order to harm latter's
such a large population in the coming years.
interests. So we understand the concerns expressed by
There is a report in the newspapers that the these two representatives. Therefore, we caution the
ornithologists have stated that a certain species of birds Government and. at the same time, we would like to say
called vulture, has got extinct. Now a research has been that such type of risky amendments cast bad effects on
conducted to find out the reasons behind extinction of our nation's prestige and we must be cautious and
vultures. The vultures disappeared from this world due to safeguard the future generation from such type of risky
eating flesh of the animals who were administered drugs, amendments. Having said this, we feel that our party is
mostly poisonous drugs. The attention of scientists has in support of the Bill and there is nothing to oppose in
been drawn towards it at a time when the statements of this regard. With these words, I conclude my speech and
Hon'ble Miniater for Environment and Foreets and Hon'ble extend my thanks to you for giving 1118 an opportunity to
Prime Mlnleter have been re.d in the newspapers. speak on this topic.
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SHRI RAM KRIPAL YADAV (Patna) : Mr. Speaker, Sir, the agriculture. The other Important things will also -be
I would like to thank you, and seek your permission for affected by this Bill. It would affect the software and science
discussion on this Important Bill. This Bill was brought and technology. If we succumb to the prellure of the US,
yesterday and we had expressed our Party's opinion. This WTO and the developed countries, our economy will
is a very sensitive Bill. You bring this Bill, keeping in view crumble. The poor people of our country will be more
the interest of the people. Let the people understand It and helpless. The economy of our country will finish in their
you too study it. I think you have brought this Bill after ha. . . The 75 per cent of the poor people of our country
making amendments in it and the apprehension of the depend on agriculture. Their condition will get worst. They
House and the people of the country about this Bill have will go under their control. I hops that the hon. Minister
been clarified. Therefore, I support this Bill with the hope would clarify these apprehensions before the hon'ble
and confidence that the shortcomings in the Bill have been Members of the House. whether they are In support or
resolved by you. against this Bill but being watched by the entire country
so that in the time to come ... (Interruptions)
Particularly, the apprehensions about the Bill, have
been removed. We were committed to the nation soon after MR. DEPUTY·SPEAKER : Now you please conclude.
we signed the draft of WTO agreement. We had committed
SHRI RAM KRIPAl YADAV : Please give me some
ourselves to that agreement at that time itseH. The country
more time. I speak occasionally.
had no other option but to sign this Patent Bill.

MR. DEPUTY-SPEAKER : No, you were given time

Mr. Deputy-Speaker, Sir, the NDA people have
yesterday also.
opposed this Bill whereas it was brought before the House
tl'!=,ugh them only. They had brought the Amended Bill
SHRI RAM KRIPAL YADAV : It is by your grace that
twice. Unfortunately, they were in farour of the Bill, but
I get a few chances.
today they are against. If these people got an opportunity,
they would bring this draft again. We have fought a lot In Mr. Deputy-Speaker, Sir, the Hon. Minister would clarify
the leadership of respected Shri George Sahib. He has the apprehensions of the people. Today, they are capturing
always been raising his voice against multi-national drugs, tomorrow they will capture agriCUlture. What will
companies whether It is Pepsi or the product of any other happen to our economy which depends on the agriculture
foreign company. We got on opportunity to learn. But of our country. If foreign companies control our food, it is
unfortunately, their thinking has changed. They have the apprehension that they will fix the rates of wheat and
changed their opinion about the Issue they wanted to rice.
finalise. We did not expect it from Shri George Sahib, but
Therefore, we are worried. You have amended it. I think
the situation today is before you. Now I don' want to
whatever the Left Member had said to you about royalty,
comment on that. What the NDA have done to hurt the
you have amended that. They asked for keeping it nominal.
country. Cannot be forgotten. What they have done to the
but you are not using the word nominal. You are using the
country you all now. Therefore, there is no need to say
word reasonable. It is the apprehension. The flnanci~1
anything.
condition of our country is not 80 good. Many hon. Member
Mr. Deputy-Speaker, Sir, In view of this apprehension, have regretfully expressed their feelings that after its
two three things about this Bill are there which are related implementation the medicine. which costs rupee one
to the common people. The common people think that this would cost rupees one hundred as per the rates to be
Bill would lead to drugs price hike and it would al80 affect fixed. Our pockets do not allow for that. You clarify a" these
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[Shri Ram Kripal Yadav] not affect the agriculture and technical sector. The price of
life saving drugs used in deadly diseases like cancer, AIDS
apprehension ... (Interruptions). You oppose. You have tow
and Asthama will not be so high that the common man
faces. One for this side and other for that side. You look
and the poor cannot afford to purchase them.
at yourself. You people have ruined the country. This Bill
was framed by them. We are just working over It. This Bill At the end, I support the Bill with the hope that the
was prepared by you. hon. Minister will take effective steps to remove all these
apprehensions.
(Interruptions)
(English]
{English]
SHRI KHARABELA SWAIN (Baluore) : Sir, as a
MR. DEPUTY·SPEAKER : Mr. Ram Kripal Yadav, please
Member of the Joint Select Parliamentary Committee on
address the Chair.
Patents, let me put the record straight. It is true that as a

(Interruptions) member of that Committee, han. Member, Shrl Rupchand

Pal had made a note of dissent. But it " also equally
MR. DEPUTY-SPEAKER : Nothing will go on record. true that from the CPI(M), there was another hon.
Member, Dr. Biplab Dasgupta. in that Committee. He did
(Interruptlonsr
not put up a note of dissent. That means, he agreed with

[Translation] the recommendations made by the Committee ....

"
(Interruotion)
SHRI RAM KRIPAL YADAV : Mr. Deputy-Speaker, Sir,
generally big countries try to dictate small countries. We MR. DEPUTY-SPEAKER : Please listen to him.

are a developing country. we cannot compete with the

SHRI KHARABELA SWAIN : He put his signature to
developed countries. But under this law, It Is our
the recommendations made by the Committee. Let me put
compulsion to act as per their directions. I would like to
this thing in perspective but to say that the CPI(M) had
request the hon. Minister not to do this. Whatever may be
opposed It is not true. Only Mr. Rupchand Pal had objected
the compUlsions, please dO not do anything that may lead
to some particular subjects.
to enslaving the country by putting the dignity and hundred
crore people of the country at stake. Please do not do the My second point is that as a member of that
work which has been done by the NDA. Otherwise. the
Committee, I very strongly support that India should have
people of the country will never forgive us. We represent
a very strong patent regime. It is not to protect the patents
the poor, the labourers and the ·famlers.
of the multinationals, but it is to protect the patents of the
indians and the Indian companies.
Sir, your bell is ringing continuously, as a result we
are unable to put on views before the House. I am
Sir, the point is that India requires a very strong patent
concluding my speech with the hope that the hon. Minister
regime to attract FOI. Without it, we cannot attain
will take concrete action in the matter and whenever you
sustainable growth of eight per cent over the years. So,
give your statement regarding Patent Bill, pleased try to
we require it. Most of the time we oppose such a Bill with
remove the apprehenSions about the Patent in the country.
the thought that patent belong to the multinationals, and
You please assure the House that in time to come it will
it has got nothing to do with the indians. it is not true. It
"Not recorded. is the Indians who are putting a lot of money ii, research
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and development with regard to medicines, bJo.technology, every country would have adopted this method. It was
rocket-making, etc. These have to be protected. If we do possible because our scientists were inteHigent enough to
not have a strong patent regime, the moment we invent take to this reverse engineering and made It successful
something new, foreigners will copy that. Do you not want all the time. This incremental innovation Is only one or two
that our scientists should be benefited? Do you not want steps from that. If we do not allow It and say that we will
that their patents should be protected? They should also go only for molecules. how many companies are capable
eam sOl1'1.e money out of that. Do you not want that? We of bringing out new molecules? For bringing out a new
'wanted that. That is why the NDA Government, very rightly, molecule, you require Rs. 6,000 crore. How many Indian
went for this Bill. Our objection is not with this Bill per 88. companies will have this much of money? So. if we allow
We only wanted that it should have gone to the Standing these incremental innovations. it is not only the
Committee. Still it could be sent to the Standing Committee. multinationals, but also the Indian companies who will
We are not opposing it. We are the people who wanted benefit out of it.
that India should have a very strong patent regime. India
I would appeal to the hon. Minister that he should think
could also be a hub of research and development. It 18
over this. let us not get emotional. It is not the outsiders
possible because·the cost of research and development
who would benefit; it is only the Indian companies that
is much less in India. It you develop a molecule, a new
would benefit out of that. I can dare say that. So. he should
thing It costa much cheaper in India. Therefore, we can
give a thought to it. The. Indian companies should be
attract foreigners here. They can come and make India a
allowed to go for incremental innovation. Otherwise, it is
hub. That is why the NDA Government went for that. To
only companies like Pfizer which have the muscle. which
say that intention is bad, It was changed and opposed is
have the money. and which have the power. would only
not true. I am saying this because I was a Member of the
innovate and invent new molecules. We know how
Committee. which worked on it. I worked hard for two years
powerful Pfizer is. That company gave an aid package of
in that Committee. Shri T.N. Chaturvedi. who is presently
$ 25 billion to the Tsunami affected area. Initially, Which
the Govemor of Kamataka. was the Chairman of that
was much more than the aid given by the US Government
Committee. He was from our Party.
itself. So, do we want a patent regime which would benefit
only the foreign and muttinational companies but not our
I will be very brief on two points. I will not make a
own companies?
long speech. The very first thing is incremental innovations.
Most of the time we say that patents will become
With regard to pre-grant opposition. it could be
evergreen. It is because probably somebody who has got
done. Mr. Minister, Sir. you can give it but I would
a patent on some molecule, may go for some new usage.
just appeal to you that there should not be frivolous
The hon. Minister has explained in his amendments with objections at the pre-grant stage. You should fix the time
regard to those things. I am opposing it. My point her. is limit. If wlthin that time limit anybody objects to anything
that the cost of medicines was cheap in India. It was only In 8 patent application. it should be settled with that time
because of reverse engineering. There was a process frame.
patent available in our country. So. if any foreign company
produced any medicine. our scientists could found out a last but not least. I would seek a clanficalion from lhe

different method of producing the same medicine at a han. MInister. In the Patents Act. 1970. in Chapter 16.
much cheaper cost. That is why the medicines are much section 84(8)(111), there Is a provision. "a compulsory

cheaper here. It was not very easy to do that. This reverse licence could also be given for export". It is export to any
engineering process was not so easy. Had it been 80 easy. country. It Is already there. You can go through It. It does
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[SM Kharabela Swain] NDA to do some intellectual exercise, as they seem to be

suffering from amnesia.
not speak about emergency. There is no mention of any
emergency. It only says, 'for export to any country'. It is nothing but a sort of hypocrisy which they have
Probably, that aspect has to be looked into. It is already been playing with conflicting arguments from their ends.
there. So, I think the hon. Minister should look into it and We have been sermonised and have been showered with
when he gives a reply, he should give a clarification. Can homilies from other end. We are very much committed to
a compulsory licence be given just for export to any country the NCMP because we are aware that we have made
but not to the poor countries which do not have the pledges and promises to the common people of India. It
capacity to manufacture on their own? is our moral obligation to abide by the pledges and
promil88 made by the UPA Government.
I do not believe that the cost of drugs would increase
just because we have a strong patent law. I believe that Today, In the globalised scenario, everybody is aware
It would not increase; it is only that those new patented that we are undergoing knowledge economy and
drugs are having their generic equivalents in India which technology-driven knowledge revolution. Taking advantage
are cheap and they would have to compete with them and of this situation, India has been able to flourish in the IT
the market would determine the price. We have seen the sector. It is astonishing to note that the Silicon Valley, the
case of Reebok and Nike. They were initially selling their
Mecca of information technology, is being dominated by
shoes at Rs. 20,000 and Rs. 25.000 and nobody
our people. India is the fourth largest economy after USA,
purchased those. So, they had to bring down the prices
China and Japan and the largest pool of scientific and
to Rs. 2,000 or even Rs. 1,500. Therefore, the prices. even
technical persons are available in India. So, we are
if they go up for a while, would ultimately have to come
capable enough to exploit, to optimally utilise the situation
down.
arising out of the patents regime that we are going to
adopt.
Finally, there are several things that have to be
considered with regard to the Patents (Amendment) Bill.
Only Section 5 of the Principal Act. 1970 has been
So, the hon. Minister may kindly again send it to the
deleted which was meant for food, chemicals and drugs.
Standing Committee, which could give Its Report in &eVen
Here, a fear psychosis has been generated deliberately
or eight days.
that the prices of medicines will be hiked. Ninety-seven per

~HRI ADHIR CHOWDHURY (Berhampore, West cent of Indian drugs, which are available in the market,

Bengal) : Sir, I rise to support the Patents (Amendment) are off-patent. In the case of healthcare expenditure, it has
Bill. been estimated that only five to ten per cent is meant for
medicines. Most 0' the expenditure in healthcare scenario
Actually I did expect a very vibrant and cogent is meant for diagnostic. for consultation fee and for
argument from our, Opposition benches but I have been hospitalisation.
disappointed. We are fated to bequeath the burden if the
NDA Government. The first and the second amendments In this Bill, there is enough provision to regulate the
to the Patents Act have been made by the NDA price because the National Pharma Pricing Authority is
Govemment. Apart from that, during the NOA Govemment, very much in place and the Bill has the provision of
lnellawas a signatory to the Paris Convention !lnd the compulsory licensing, revocation 0' patent, not working in
Patents Co-operation Treaty, with effect from December, India, and outnghl acquisition. So. I cannot understand as
1998. Therefore, I would urge Ilpon the hon. Members of to why this kind of 'ear psychOSIS has been created. Their
697 Pa""" (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) Bin, 2006 688

only object is to show the people of India that the UPA that UK delayed by three years. France by one year
Government is going to take anti-people measures in the and Argentina by four years and none of these nations
name of p~tents regime. It Is simply a transition from incurred any penalty. There was enough time with the
process regime to patents regime and we are very much Govemment now in power and thostt who .re In power
compelled to abide by the commitment. It is an international to subject these issues of law of patent for wider debate
commitment, and it is a global commitment. Furthermore, and scrutiny.
these people know very well that during their regime, the
We had a law. the British·framed patents law. Hon.
Congress Party, as a responsible Opposition, had never
Member Shri Chandrappan pointed it out. It was the 1911
taken any exception to the Patents Bill. Therefore, what I
law which was product patent law. What happened under
would like to say In this House and to the hon. Minister
that law? The prices shot very high. At that time India had
especially is that I am very much agreed to the contention
to pay prices which were the highest in the world. The
of my friend, Shri Kharabela Swain, that is, incremental
Ayyangar Committee report came. In the year 1970 we
innovation needs to be Incorporated in this Bill.
enacted a law of process patenting. That law brought the

Secondly, on the traditional practices, the knowledge, prices down, the generic medicines grew and the exports

the bio-diversity which the nature has bestowed upon us, grew and boomed. This legislation was hailed as a model
all around the world.
it is our natural endowment that we have been enjoying
for ages. They need to be protected by any kind of SUI
The hon. Minister claims that the fear that the prices
generis protection system. I hope the hon. Minister will take
of medicines will shoot up Is unfounded as 97 per cent
all the corrective measures and we will be pleased by
of all drugs manufactured In India are off-patent and will
these measures.
remain unaffected, but the facts are otherwise.

18.00 hr•. I would like to point out that it is estimated that over
Rs. 3,000 crore worth of drugs will have to be withdrawn
MR. DEPUTY-SPEAKER : Hon. Members, if the House
from the market. PHARMA. which reports the US
agrees we may extend the time by one hour.
pharmaceutlcal industry, claims that Ita members are loeing
SEVERAL HON. MEMBERS : Yes. 1.8 billion US dollars worth of revenue which comes to
40 per cent at the Indian drug market becauae India does
MR. DEPUTY-SPEAKER : Thank you. Shri M.P. not have a patent regime. I would like to know 'rom the
Veerendra Kumar to speak now, only for five minutes. hon. Minlater .. to on what basil did he say that only three
per cent of the marlfet would be affected.
SHRI M.P. VEERENDRA KUMAR (Calicut) : Mr. Deputy-
Speaker, Sir, when the Patent (Amendment) Bill was I do not want to quote extensively but just to show
introduced, I objected the introduction. My main objection the concem I want to quote the 18th January editorial In
was that there was no emergency to bring such an The New )brll' Times:
ordinance and to bypass the Parliament.
·Heavily influenced by multinational and Indian drug-
The explanation given by the hon. Minister was that makers' eagerness to sell patented medicines to
had the ordinance not been issued, it would have violated India's huge middle class, the decree is 80 tilted
the January 1. 2005 deadline by which time India towards the pharmaceutical Industry that It does not

was expected to change the patent law to comply with even take advantage of rights countries enjoy under

TRIPS and incur penalty if it did not. It should be noted the mO to protect public health:
699 Patents (AmtmdmBnt) MARCH 22, 2005 8ill, 2005 700

IShri M.P. Veerendra Kumar) Civil and Political and Economic and Social Rights
Covenants, 1966 and several others. The right to
The Patent Bill virtually rules out accea and medical care for the human beings is Integral to the
availability of medicines at low cost. I would like to point Alma Ata Declaration of 1979 in which India, among
out that countries like Pakistan, which is under product 134 nations, pledged urgent action and the resolution of
patent. are already reeling under monopoly prices charged the 38th World Health Assembly gave this promise a
by MNCs. According to reports, Pakistan's consumers practical shape.
could have saved Rs. 100 crore only on nine medicines
in 1995 if the companies had offered Indian prices. These Sir, it is very important to remember that industrially

medicines constituted 14 per cent 01 the retail market in advanced countries like US and EU together hold 97 per

Pakistan.' At Indian prices, the expenditure incurred by cent of all patents wortdwide, and multinational and

the people of Pakistan on those medicines would have transnational companies account for 90 per cent of all

fallen to a third, resulting in a 66 per cent saving. The product and technology patents, and if they choose to hold
the rest of the world to economic ransom, should we
saving would have been still more phenomenal at current
unwittingly succumb to it?
prices.

My last point is that the amendment is going to have

I do not want to quote the prices. There is a report
a far-reaching impact in the agriculture sector. The Doha
here. This is a critique by Shri B.K. Keayala of February,
Ministerial Conference of 2001 adopted the Doha
2005. I do not want to quote the figures. I will just
Declaration. It was agreed that the TRIPS agreement would
give one or two details. Ten tablets of Cipro "exocine
be implemented in a manner supportive of the WTO
cost Rs. 50 in India and Rs. 400 in Pakistan. Anti-ulcer
members' right to take measures to protect human, animal,
medicine costs Rs. 74 for a packet in Pakistan against
plant life or health or of the environment at all levels It
Rs 5 in India.
considers appropriate. By the ac:kiption of the new Act,

The attempt to restrict the range of diseases that biotechnology products such as seeds, hybrid varieties of

developing countries can claim are part of a public health plants and animals developed through GM technology can

problem introduced into the WTO negotiations by the USA, be patented. Patenting of seeds will lead to monopoly of
the multinational companies in the agriculture sector.
supported by Japan. Amazingly, it is argued that diseases
Multinational companies are going to decide the fate of
such as cancer, heart complaints or asthma are not a
our farming sector. All our ayurvedic wealth, herbal
public health problem in third-world countries.
medicines and tribal recipes Involve no novelty to an
Sir, I have to make one or two points more. USA makes Indian but can be patented elsewhere. We may not be able
explicitly clear that its own interests will prevail when there to chal l 9nge the patentisation of these products since we
is a clash of other interests. US and other EC countries do not have adequate database.
maintain whatever be the international commitments or
Sir. I am coming to a close.
agreements. If any agreement conflicts with the Interest of
the American people. the American law will prevail. What MR. DEPUTY· SPEAKER : You have taken more than
about India? eight minutes.

Sir, I am coming to a close. The WTO i8 not the only SHRI M.P. VEERENDEA KUMAR: Sfr, I am concluding.
treaty that India has to comply with. It Is also a signatory Please give me one minute. I have to say the Viewpoint
to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. 1948: the of my party.
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I am quoting what Shrimatllndira Gandhi said in 1981. Committ.ee. They discussed It extenatvely. They had taken
Somebody quoted it. She said: so many safeguards for our country. Now, that has not
happened ttais time. Thai is why, I am opposing It. It requires
"Idea of abetter world is one in which medical
a lot of study. ... (Interruptlons) I am m:n supporting It
discoveries would be free from patent and there will
because I want °10 study it. One hundred crores of people
be no profiteering. from life and death."
will be affected tomorrow. That Is the issue now.

This was a historical pronouncement. People like me, Mr. Deputy-Speaker, Sir, even the WTO is a non-
the old socialists, always criticised Shrimati Gandhi's political organisation and represents the whOle ~. Tt-,,'y
Govemment and we had to pay the price also during the have suggested that the heaven will nol fall. tf you take
emergency in 1975. lime. Why are you doing II in a haste? You have to take
some lime.
Now, standing here in this august House, I laud
the pronouncement of Shrimatl Gandhi. To those who A lot of under-dpvelopec! and developing countries
...
claim the inheritance of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru and have also placed a request before India, as they are
Shrimati Indira Gandhi, I press that we should commit dependent on India. Till the end of this month, our exports
ourselves. to other countries are worth Rs. 16.000 crore from the
pharmaceutical industry itself. We are exporting to nearly
Sir, the hon. Minister has been gracious enough to 2.000 countries. This is our strength in this industry.
bring in some amendments . ... (Interruptlons) But this will
A lot of people are coming from different countries for
never alter the material situation. The basic issue remains.
their treatme"t to be done in our country. Why do they
My party does not want to be a party to this Bill. So, we
prefer to come to India for their treatment? It is because
are disassociating from this Bill with all the concems
the medicines are cheap; medical expenses are cheap, etc.
expressed by me.
As a resull of this. there is tremendous growth in the
MR. DEPUTY-SPEAKER : Shri Yerrannaidu. You number of Corporate Hospitals' in our country. Our countrY
please speak for five minutes. I can only make· a request is getting a lot of foreign exchange as a result of this, and

now. we are getting tourists also. These are some of the benefits
involved with this industry.
SHRI KINJARAPU YERRANNAIDU (Srikakulam) : Mr.
What will happen if we pasa this, and It Is Implemented
Deputy-Speaker, Sir, I rise to oppose the Bill because the
tomorrow? At present. the medicines are cheap In our
official amendments the hon. Minister has circulated in the
country. Some political concerns might be supporttng It. The
moming need lot of study, in-depth study. The Communist
Communists Party has also asked for some amendments
Parties are supporting the Government. The NDA is not
in it, and you have accepted some of the amendments.
OPPOSing the Bill. Other parties are also supporting the Bill.
These were circulated to us only this morning, and we are
we will support the Bill, but
But that is not the issue. Later,
not scientists. We need to carry out an in-depth study on
at the moment, we are opposing the Bill because we are
this issue. Hence. we are asking you to refer this Bill to
discussing about... (lnterruptions) This is our obligation.
the Standing Committee .
... (Interruptkms) This is our country's obligation. As India
Is a member of the WTO, we have to fulfil the obligation The Congress manifesto says that IInce the lut five
ot the TRIPS Agreement. I know that. The NDA Government years we providing 2 per cent to 3 per cent money from
had amended It twice. When it was to be amended second the GOP. and after this Bill Is passed on the ftoor of both
time, the NDA Government referred the Bill to the Standing the House of Parliament It will get reduced to 0.5 per cent.
703 Patents (Amendmtlnt) MARCH 22, 2005 Bill, 2005 704

(Shrl Kinjarapu Yerrannaidu) society. I know that we have to come to an understandIng,

and we have to come to a consensus as we have to pass
The Constitution of India talks about the Right to Life. this legislation. and there is no other go. Even if the NDA
We have to create a healthy and knowledgeable society. were in power, still we would have to do it. We would have
How can we create a healthy society for more than 100 to pass the legislation, but not in a hasty manner. We have
crore people if the medicines become costlier? to give it due time for its consideration, etc.

There were some newspapers quoting some scientists What had happened in the year 19991 We amended
asking the reasons for passing it in a hasty manner. Shn the Patents Act for the lirst time with retrospective effect,
Swaminathan was al80 asking about the reasons 'or this that is. from 1995 onwards. We amended this Act for the
haste, a8 It directly affects the agriculture sector, the second time in the year 2002, but we notified that it would
so'tware industry, and also the pharmaceutical industry. be effective from the year 2000. What will happen
tomorrow, if it is not passed? Heavens will not fall for a
18.12 h....
delay of one month. The Chairman of the concerned
(MR. SPEAKER in the Chait1 Committee has promised the hon. Minister that if it is
referred to the Standing Committee, then the Committee
I would like to give some comparative examples. The will call all the NGOs, the pharmaceutical industries, etc.,
name of the drug used to treat Cancer Is Gleeve!. The and submit the Report within eight days' time by sitting
present price of this medicine is Rs. 12,000, and after the daily, and deliberating on the issue in detail.
passage of thie BIU, it will rise to As. 1,18,000. Similarly,
tor treating AIDS. the drug used is Anti-Retroviral drug. Its The last two amendments were done with retrospec-
present cost is Rs.7,ooo, and after the passage of this Bill, tive effect. In the first week itself. that is, after the recess
It will rise to Rs.2,OO,OOO. another drug used for treating of the House, we can pass the legislation with retrospective
Cancer is Veenat-100 from NATCO. Its present cost is effect. There will be nothing wrong about it. A lot of States
Rs.10.8oo and its price will go up to Rs.1.10,OOO. have done like this before, but they have not paid any
penalty for the same. Why are you worrying about it, and
Nearly, 36 per cent people are living below the poverty why is the country worrying about it? I cannot understand
line, and 80 per cent 0' the people are not getting proper this aspect.
medicines, and healthcare. They are dying beca~se of lack
of money to buy the medicines. What will happen to the MR. SPEAKER : Okay, you have made your pOint.
people of this country after the passage 0' this Bill? We
SHRI KINJARAPU YERRANNAIDU : sir. the mUlti-
have to reall8e its consequence.
national companies are pressurising 'or this legislation to
We have a vision for our country as to what might be passed. Only the mUlti-national companies will benefit
happen after a period of 10 years or 20 years because from its passage in this country.
the people now also are not getting proper medicine.
The Indian pharmaceutical Industry will die as a result
proper healthcare, etc. The people in the villages are dying
of that. This is the present scenario. I would humbly request
for want of proper medicines, and healthcare. If this Bill
the hon. Minister, through you, not to go for prestige or to
is passed. then the medicines for treating HIV. Cancer.
do anything in haste. You may refer this Bill to the Standing-
heart disease. etc. will become costlier.
Committee where it can be di8cuaHd in-depth. After that,
How will the people survive In this aociety? This is my when it comes before the Houle, it can be passed
primary worry. We have an ~igalion to fuHil towards the unanimousty.
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KUMARI MAMATA BANERJEE (Calcutta South) : herbal plants. Therefore, more budgetary allo-
Thank you very much for giving me this opportunity to cation needs to be given.·
participate in the debate.
Why am I making this point? We appreciate the fact
Though the opposition is opposing this Bill and the that the hon. Finance Minister made this comment very
ruling coalition is supporting it, I feel, everybody is unhappy seriously. The point is that on the one hand, the Finance
about this Bill, What they are saying is that due to our Minister Is saying something and, on the other hand, we
intemational commitments or obligations, they are insisting are *»Ing something else. Here, I think, there is a
that we should pua this Bill immediately. I fully endorse communication gap between what we are saying and what
the views expressed by Shri K. YelTBnnaidu. We must refer we are doing is it not?
this Bill to the Standing Committee. Let this matter be
discussed In-depth with the representatives of the As I mentioned earlier, India does not reprelent its
pharmaceutical industry, farmers, and whoever is con- interests alone and other .countries look up to it. When

cemed, be it in the field of Ayurvedic medicine or in other Indiraji was the Prime Minister, he was the Chairperson

sectors. of NAM, which represented 103 countries. Even when

Rajivji was the Prime Minister, he was the Chairperson of
Why do we not remember that India led the Non- NAM. India led these countries from the front. Now, why
Aligned Movement? India represents not only its own are we surrendering? We should not surrender. We must
interests, but also the Interests of other developing hold our heads high and we should not bow down our
countries; India represents the poor countries, and India heads because other countries will lose their faith in our
is the champion of the cause of poor people in the world. country. We feel that India's prestige is very important. Of
Instead of pursuing this issue with other countries, what course, we have to fulfil our intemational commitments, but
is the necessity to pass this Bill immediately? what about our domestic commitments? Do we not take
care of our domestic commitments?
I appreciate the point made by Shri K. Yerrannaidu that
heavens are not going to fall, if we do not pass this Bill. You will appreCiate that Dr. Mashelkar's Report
If there are international commitments or obligations, they mentioned about research and development. Small
can pass this Bill, but they should get this Bill passed after pharmaceutical industries Invested a lot of money in
due consultations with all the people. If they do not consult research work. After the passage of this Bill, I do not think
the people concemed, the worst sufferers will be the there will be any research or any development will lake
Indians. Why will the Indians be the worst sufferers? With place. You will appreciate the fact that today, if you go to
your permission, Sir, may I quote from the speech made a well-known hospital, not even antacids, like GelusH, are
by the hon. Finance Minister in Lok Sabha? In his General available there.
Budget speech, the hon. Finance Minister has said:
The Chairperson of UPA, Shrimatl Sonia Gandhi is
·Pharmaceuticals industry needs a boost ur- also sitting here. She will appreciate the fact that after this
gently. This industry needs to get teeth. Bill is passed, tho price of medicines for cancer patients
Simultaneously, the ayurvedic system of medi- will go up trom RS.10,OOO to Rs. one lakh. Where will the
cine should be encouraged in the country. patients get that money? There i8 no provision in the Bin
Several herbal plants are available in our to help them buy medicines through the Prime Minister's
forests, Theae ..... need to be tapped and, Relief Fund. There are patients of ThallasNemla, AIDS and
at the same time. we should be cautlou8 that 10 many other diseases. Do we have any monitoring
the 'oreign companies do not get patents 'or our system to ensure that prices of lite..vings drugs are not
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(Kumarl Mamata Banerjee] Why are we worried about the royalty? We know
what is going to happen after the latest decision of 74
increased beyond a limit? What is the Govemment policy? per cent foreign investment in banking sector is imple-
How to save the poor people In the country? mented. The same is going to be the case of telecom
sector and civil aviation. If the proposal of disinvestment
Hunger deaths are being reported from several parts
to the extent of 74 per cent is implemented, ultimately ...
of the country. How do we give food to them? That should
(Interruptions)
be the main question that we should address. We have
seen what has happened In the past. India used to supply MR. SPEAKER : No disturbances please. Hon.
Basmati rice to Bangladesh for As.10 a kilogram. And now, Member. please ignore them. You have already taken nine
because of the competition in the market, China came minutes. You take one more minute and conclude.
forward and started selling It for As.3 a kilogram. As a result
of this, our farmers are not able to supply Basmati rice to KUMAAI MAMATA BANERJEE : Sir, if foreign invest-
Bangladesh. Chinese goods have started flooding Indian ment to the extent of 74 per cent is allowed, the control
markets. If you go to the market you can see Chinese will automatically go into foreign hands. How can we
goods In all fields, whether it Is cycles, footwear, electronic protect the domestic industry then? That is our worry.
goods or toys. Even the smallest of the smallest things In
We do know that this is an intemational commitment.
the market are Chinese nowadays. Even for As.SO you can
We do not want the country to deviate f.rom Its intemational
buy some Chinese Item from the Indian market. However,
commitments. But what is more important for us now is to
a similar item made in India costs about As. 400 to As.
see as to how we protect our farmers and how we ensure
500.
that prices of lifesaving drugs do not skyrocket. These
Therefore, we have to take care of the interest of our things have to be taken care of.

farmers and the domestic industry. We have seen a lot of

There must be a monitoring system to ensure th8Jl
attractive items in the market. We have seen hybrid
anybody who wishes to raise the prices unreasonably
vegetables and even hybrid flowers. However, these are
is not allowed to do so. We have to take care of the
some loW-breed people living in our country for whom It
interests of Indians within the jurisdiction and with the
. is ~ot possible to have a square meal a day.
limitations.

The Bill has 73 clauses In total. Because of paucity

With these words, I request the hon. Minister to have
of time I am not going into the detail. It is mentioned in
the Bill sent to the Standing Committee so that it could
the Bill Itse" that from As. 20,000, it will go up to As. 20
be studied. I urge upon the Govemment to give the
lakh. I do not know how the Govemment is going to provide
measure more time so that everybody can be consulted.
protection.
after which there would be no problem.

Aegarding EMR, you will appreciate that there Is a

There is no problem. We are not going to deviate from
clause which proYide8 that anybody can rep.....nt but It
the national commitment. I think that there should not be
Ie not guaranteed that their objection would be sustainable.
any wrong message that we are going to surrender to
" the pharmaceutical industry has any objection, It can
somebody.
surely make a representation. HoweIIer. it ia just like having
an AIeoctate Member. That repreaentation doee not mean lastly, I will only quote a line from the poetry 0'
anything. There Ie no guarantee .that the Commtsaion Rablndranath Tagore. - Where the mind it WIthout fear. the
would cancel the patent.. head 18 held high. let us see that the head is held high.
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We should not bow down our head before anyone MR. SPEAKER : Shri Adhlr Chowdhary, what are you
because if we bow down our heed, then, they will doing? everything is deleted. Only the atatement of Kumari
Interfere In aU aspects of our busineea. We shall show that Banerjee is recorded.
Inclta is the biggest country, India Is a democnttlc country,
and India has a prestige allover the wortd. What India
thinks today, the world thinks tomorrow. That is why India
KUMAR I MAMATA BANERJEE : What Is the maHer?
has to take a lead for the developing countries, and also
We are alto Bengali. ... (lntentJptloM) Sir, do not forget that
for the Non-AU'gned Movement. I am grateful to you for
we are also Bengalis. Though we are Bengalis, we are
giving me the opportunity to speak. ... (Interruptlons) I do
first Indians. We have to remember that. ... (Interruptions)
not want to take any 18II01lS from you. ... (Interruptlons) I
will not take any lessons from you on secularism. MR. SPEAKER : I have deleted their statement.
... (Interruptions)
(Interruption.)
MR. SPEAKER : Kumar! Marnata Banerjee, address
the Chair, ignore them. {Translation}

(Interruptions) MR. SPEAKER: Please finish. No-No, please sit down.

MR. SPEAKER : I have anowed you to speak. (English)

(Interruptions) Kumari Banerjee, I am sure, the hon. Minister will

respond to the questions you have raised. He should deal
KUMAR I MAMATA BANERJEE : I want to say that we
with it.
are Indians. We are proud to be Indians. ... (Interruptions)
Sir, I have never disturbed them. ... (Interruptions) (Interruptions)

MR. SPEAKER : Ignore them. Only your statement is MR. SPEAKER : Kumarl Banerjee, please Ignore him.
recorded. Nothing else will be recorded. I have deleted his observations.

(Interruptions)" (Interruptions)

KUMAR I MAMATA BANERJEE: Shri Adhir Chowdhury, KUMARI MAMATA BANERJEE : You are Bengali. is
you remember. ... (Interruptions) Do not try to test me. that a crime? One may bom as Bengali, Marathi or bom
... (Interruptlons) He has recently joined the party. He does in Bihar, Rajasthan or Uttar Pradesh.... (Interruptions) I am
not know what his leader had said . ... (Interruptlons) proud to say that I am an Indian. ... (Interruptlons)

MR. S~KER : Kumari Banerjee, Ignore them. MR. SPEAKER : Shri Thomas, no more time is
left. I have allowed your distinguished Member for
KUMAR I MAMATA BANERJEE: I am proud to say that
14 minutes.
I am an Indian. Do not forget that you are first an Indian,
then you belong to any political party. You have to do some Now, Mr. Minister.
Justice for the people . ... (Interruptlons) With these words.
I thank you very much, Sir. (Interruptions)

SHAI KAMAL NATH : Mr. Speaker, Sir, . .... (Interruptions)

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MR. SPEAKER : Shrl Thomas I have allowed you. the Ifair UH' has been stated In the CopyrIght Act. We were
Generally, I allow you. You are very articulate. But you are abte to use and banka are using that. This is an area where
also very cooperative. we find lot of employment opportunltiea. About TRIPS,
plea.. do not restrict it. We are not under obligation to
(Intenvptlons) make a provision in this regard. ...(/nterrupt#ons)

SHRI P.C. THOMAS : I just make a point In three MR. SPEAKER : Nothing wiU be recorded.
minutes. ... (Interruptions)
{/nterruptionsr
MR. SPEAKER : I am allowing you to speak for just
three minutes. Three minutes means just patented three MR. SPEAKER : Shri Joachim Baxla to speak.
minutes.
(Intenvptions)
(Interruptions)
MR. SPEAKER: I am very sorry to interrupt you. Kindly
MR. SPEAKER : Alright, please make your point. appreciate it.

Please make your point. (Interruptions)

SHRI PC. THOMAS (Muvattupuzha) : Sir, this is a Bill MR. SPEAKER : I have always tried to accommodate
which could have been brought in the first Session itself. you. You have made very good points.
I think, Ordinance has been brought behind the Parliament
and behind the people. So, there was not enough SHRI JOACHIM BAXLA (Alipurduar) : Sir, we are

opportunity for the peopie to discus, and also for the basically opposed to the TRIPS Agreement. Unfortunately,

Parliament to discuss. So, my first submission is that it the Government of India long back has accorded its

should go to the Standing Committee. There should be a consent notwithstanding the adverse implications on the

threadbare discussion because this is a mailer which common people of the country.

concerns the poor people, the pharmaceuticals, agricul-

We are very much worried that the paradigm shift from
ture, software and other areas where Indian has a long
process to product patent will lead to sharp rise in the
way to go.
prices of medicines and agro-chemicals. Would the han.

I would also submit that I am not going into the details Minister kindly assure the august House that the

because of paucity of time. I would only say that the Government of India will take adequate measures to

message of Doha Declaration has already been stated by render relief to the poor ailing patients by evolving some

many of the hon. Members, and also that 97 per cent of concrete mechanism for providing subsidy and cater to the

the medicines available are not actually patented. needs of the modern essential medicines to the poor? As
such, our health care system is quite vulnerable and not
Now that the new Bill will open the floor for almost at all pro-poor.
all these medicines to be patented, the multinationals will
take undue advantage . ... (Interruptions) MR. SPEAKER : You can lay your speech. It will be
recorded.
MR. SPEAKER : You have made very valid three
points. (/ntsnvptions),

SHRI PC. THOMAS: With regard to software Industry, "Not recorded.

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SHRI JOACHIM BAXLA : The suggestlona of the Left responding to that. If he does noC want to hear about the
Parties have been accepted by the Govemment. C0nsid- point he has made, I am very happy. It was said that the
ering Bill, which Is
that aspect, I have decided that the Congress Party acceded to this. Yel, we did accede. There
liltely to be amended, quallftel for my favourable could have been a difference 01 opinion.
consideration. ... (Int.rruptlonll)
OUr exports in 1993-94 were 22 bIIIon dollars, and
MR. SPEAKER: Your Party has spoken. Please exCUM today they are going to be 75 billion dollars. What were
me. Mr. Minister to speak. our pharmaceutical exports? The pharmaceutical exports
were so minimal. Today. as one of my friends mentioned,
THE MINISTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
we are going to have pharmaceutical exports of RS.60,OOO
(SHRI KAMAL NATH) : Mr. Speaker, Sir. at the outset, I
crore. This is the changing dynamics of the global trade;
would like to thank the hon. Members for participating In
we must bear this In mind.
this debJIte on a Bill which, I agree. is a serious Bill. I am
thankful al80 to Members for having gone Into some of the I was happy that one of the Members from that side
many liner points. I had, at the onset, at the start of my said that these amendments which are being made to the
opening statement, said that I would try and dispel some Patents Bill are not centered or focussed on multinationals.
of the misgivings, which are in the Bill. Some of the I think, It is a great tribute to our Indian scientists, to our
misgivings, I presume, have been dispelled. It will be my Indian technicians that we are able to provide them not
endeavour to be as brief but at the same time, try and just renting the intellect and the knowledge but being able
clarify some issues which are causing serious concem to to create capital out of that Intellect and technical
Members. knowledge. This was the point made fro that side. I am
happy that this is understood.
But, before I do that, one of the things which has
consistently been raised is the question of WTO and TRIPS. Sir, about the Patents (Amendment) Bill, which is
Some of my friends, even those who supported it and who before the House, I would like to emphasise, with
are supporting it, have expressed certain apprehensions everything at my command, that in the changing world, in
about TRIPS, have certain apprehensions about WTO. the changing India, it is not for securing the multinationals.
Since india acceded to the WTO, which was not merely I have here letters from the Indian companies dated as
essential, in an abstract manner, it involved India's back as four days ago. What do they write? They are
engagement in the muttilateral trading order, the World bringing to my notice that the United States' American
Trading Order. If you look at some figures - these are facts SOCieties, at the 229th ~ational Meeting, are warning
which, I think, the House must take Into consideration that
their scientists of the cutting edge technology that is
what were our exports In 1995 and what are our exports coming out of the Indian Research Institute. In a
today - in a few days from now, at the end of this year,
British think tank, recently a seminar was conducted on
we hope to hit 75 billion dollars of export. In 1994-95, when
"Can India change the paradigm of R&D In the West?"
our Party was there, and I remember, Shri Pranab
The new reality is beginning to seep In that the Indian
Mukherjee was the Minister. ... (Interruptions)
scienti8t8 are ready to face the challenge of a post-patent
era; the Indian companies have, over the past few yeai'll,
SHRI BRAJA KISHORE TRIPATHY (Puri) : What Is the
invested heavily in technology and re..arch inlrutructure.
percentage In the international terms?
Are we not to back our own companies? Ale we not to
SHRI KAMAL NATH : It was said that it was the back our own scientilt8? Are we not to back our own
Congress .Party which acceded to the MO and I am technicians?
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[Shri Kamal Nath] You say that it is a serious Iasue. I al80 say that it Is
a serious issue. When we came Into power In the third
Sir, currently, India ranked second among the week of May, 2004, it was a serloue lasue. We wanted to
developing countries in patent filing. That is the progress look at what you people had produced. I am sure that you
we have made. We must not minimise this. We must not people would have done the same thing If you were here.
undermine the achievements of our own scientists, the For a Bill which was in public domain since December,
scientists coming back from abroad, coming back to India 2003. you now say that give us eight days. In eight days.
to join our research laboratories . ... (lnterruptions) the issues will be answered, all the multinationals will be
finished and our interests will be taken care of! I do not
SHRI KINJARAPU YERRANNAIDU : We are not
understand this logic
undermining the achievements of our scientists and
others. I would like to put forth another point. A large number
of points have been raised about compulsory marketing.
SHRI KAMAL NATH : I am responding to the facts. Sir. this Is the third amendment. There had been the first
So. Sir. today. the Indian companies are filing for cancer and the second amendments earlier. My friends - like Mr.
drugs. Swain who was a Member of the JPC a180· - who
understand them would agree with me that most of the
Another broad point I want to make. before I get to
issues relate to the second amendment. I appreciate the
the specifics, which are very Important, which have been
points he made. He himself has said that it took two years
brought out, Is that between 1995 and 2005, the drugs
for the JPC to consider them. Now. Mr. Swain. your own
which were not allowed to be patented are going to now
Members have got some points and ask for eight days to
rise in prices. For the information of the House, I would
be given. What took you two years to debate and consider
like to say that 195 drugs were approved by the Drugs
in over 40 hearings. they want to solve it In eight days!
Controller for sale in India. So, 195 new drugs carne, out
This is not a subject matter of my amendment at all. That
of which, 188 are molecules, pre-1995 molecules. They
was the second amendment. Most of the points. that have
cannot be patented, and the left are only seven. been raised, are the points concemlng the first and the
second amendments. I am merely carrying on the process
Another point was made that what will happen to
and bringing in the third amendment.
the cancer drugs. Of the 12 main ARV (Anti-Retro Viral)
drugs, how many of them are pre-1995? Only one of them Our friends in the UPA pointed out some valid things
is post-1995. So, on this concem also, we must look at in the second amendment also. We have no hesitation in
the facts. accepting those amendments. I would only say that this
amendment is already there; this House has already
Sir. every Member from that side has said: 'We
passed it. But, there was some force in what they said. We
understand this,. we understand the TRIPS commitment.
were open.
But you should send it to the Standing Committee." I tried
to answer this to the best of my ability at the start. and In November. I asked you. I formally wrote to the
I would make a final attempt. This Bill. which is before this Leader of the Opposition requesting that we should
HOUM today. has been in public: domain since December discuss it as it was a serious matter. From June. I tried to.
of 2003. It Is not that last week we pulled it out of some study it myself and engage with other interested groups.
pocket or pulled it out of some corner. and produced this I did it. So, it is not that it is being bl'9ught casually. It is
Bill. This Bin has been in public domain since December not that this is being brought callously. It Is not that this
of 2003. is a motion that we are going through merely because we
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have a TRIPS' commitment. I must make It very SHRI KAMAL NATH : I have managed nothing.
emphatically clear that whenever we have to meet a
commitment and if we can, then we should. If you are not (English)

satisfied with it, do you mean to say that when the NDA
So, Sir, there II a very fine Nne and that fine line was
Government brought the Bill in 2003, they brought it
appreoiated by Shrl Rupchand Pal; that fine line was
without considering the various aspects and thinking that
appreciated by us. So, we said that we would send it to
they would send it to the Select Committee for consider-
an expert group to give us the opinion. I am saying that
ation? Do you mean to say that there is no application
now and we shall send it to the expert group. It is only
of mind and the mind would be applied only when the Bill
because of the point that you made. I took your argument
goes to the Select Committee? I say that it was a very well
to him. I said that this is what the Indian companies are
considered Bill. I am not criticising the Bill. New ideas, of
feeling. But on the other hand, another hon. Member from
course, come whenever there is a change in the scenario. Your own side said that that was not correct. So, there are
Maybe after one or two or three years, we may ourselves different opinions held by the hon. Members 8itting on the
consider that we require to do this. There is nothing static same bench. What do we do?
in this. That is the way the world is evolving; that is the
way the technology is evolving. Our own technology and MD. SALIM (Calcutta - North East) : They speak in
our own R&D are evolving. We must be conscious, at the many voices I ... (Interruptlons)
end of the day, about this. Does it meet India's interests?
SHRI UDAY SINGH (Purnea) : We will learn hom you

Another point, which was made was this. Does It meet how to be with us in the morning and how to be with them

the flexibility available in the TRIPS? Sir, much elasticity in the evening! ... (Interruptlons)

was there. I have a difference of opinion with my friends.

(Translation)
I say that this does not meet my international obligations.
They very readily agree and say that this is their belief. MR. SPEAKER : Please interrupt him a little but not
They say: "If that is your belief, we agree." Two issues were too much.
raised. One of the issues was what Mr. Swain had raised.
What Ms. Maneka Gandhi said was the opposite. (English)

Unfortunately, Ms. Maneka Gandhi, day before yesterday,

SHRI KAMAL NATH : On the one hand, we are saying
wrote to us. Had she written it this morning, then she would
that this is a serious Bill and this Is a complicated Bill, and
not have made those points. But the points she made were
on the other hand, we must not do anything to trivialise
absolutely diametrically opposite. I wonder if she was
this.
sitting here or there, as the same point was made by Shri
Rupchand Pal - Should It be a new entity or should it Amongst the various points made by the hon.
be a new chemical entity? We had extensive discussions Members I will start responding to Prof. Rawat. I do not
on this. I say that I am not satisfied. I say that I agree with know why he goes Into fHHIyat.
you (Mr. Swain). I must tell you this. I was disagreeing with
Mr. Rupchand Pal and I continue to disagree with him and (Translation)

MI. Maneka Gandhi.

He starts talking about Intention. There is no need to
talk of Intention. It is not a question of Intention, question
(Translation)
Is that which are the sections, parts of the Bill. Shri Ram
PROF. VtJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA (Souttl Deihl) Vilas Paswanjee, it's true that It Is a question of policy and
What have you managed? not the intention.
719 Patents (Amendment) MARCH 22, 2005 BIH, 2006 720

[Shri Kamal Nath] SHRI UDAY SINGH : You can allo mention the action
taken on that.
[English}
MR. SPEAKER : No running commentary please
Shri Uday Singh again went rushing through the Bill.
He did talk about whether there is any flexibility and SHRI KAMAL NATH : Let us understand the
whether we have taken advantage of that or not. I will be chronology. If we do not understand the chronology, we
happy H somebody tells me that there is one flexibility that may not understand the issues. I have been informed about

we have not taken advantage of. this. I was very deeply concerned with this. It was only now
that we asked for Novartis. We served them a letter. In reply,
I am dealing with WTO. We recently had a G-20 they have stated that they have supplied - they have sold
Meeting which was referred to here. In the G-20 Meeting, drugs - the same drugs to the extent of Rs.S.34 crore In
they were reading the papers about the Patents Bill. Who the market and supplied freely to the extent of Rs.324
are the G-20 Members? They are: LOCs, the poor African crore. It was the same drug - Novartis - because it refers
countries. They are looking at us and rightly so. It was to us since we took up the matter with them. This letter
mentioned that India was providing leadership. Of course, is dated 23rd February of this year. It was our concern.
India is providing leadership and more so, in the last ten Nothing has happened before on the same issue of
months. We had a very successful G-20 Meeting on issues Novartis. I am happy - on a separate occasion - to show
which do not mainly concern India. They concern the you this.
developing world and they accepted the leadership of
We would seek your advice on this, if you have any.
India. They want that we should have a successful
There is no problem because our objectives are clear. The
Meeting in Delhi. On this issue those countries are looking
Novartis issue has been raised many times. I thought you
at us to find out whether we have got the maximum
must say this than saying that India is being influenced
flexibility. We used the maximum flexibility. I want to assure
by multinationals. I do not understand this charge. When
this House that to the best of my ability, I have used
the first and the second amendments came, nobody was
all the elasticity possible. I was hoping that somebody
being influenced by the multinationals. But at the time of
would tell me that I have not used this elastiCity. If you read
third amendment. when you are sitting on that side, you
this with the amendments, I am sure, you will agree with
are saying that it is being influenced by the multinationals.
me.
When you brought the Bill in 2003, nobody was being

He raised another question. influenced by the multinationals. But when you sit there.
the multinational phobia starts hitting you. I would only
SHRI UOAY SINGH: Sorry to interrupt you. Where was assure you that this is not multinational driven but this is
the time to read the amendments? ... {lnterruptions) national driven. This Government is always going to act
on what is nationally driven. Please be assured on that.
MR. SPEAKER : No. He has not yielded. Mr. Minister,
you may go on and conclude. Mr. Rupchand Pal had two serious concerns over the
Bill. I thank him for his support. I do recognise that you
SHRI KAMAL NATH : One question was raised about are seeing the real picture. The real picture being that you
the EMR to Novartis, by Shri Uday Singh. He knows that. are enabling India to have a leadership role In taking on
I do not want to politicise it. I do not want to get into in the unilateralism in global trade which is taking place.
whose Government's time this EMR was given. I am not When you recognise that India is. capable of this
going into that. ... (Interruptions) leadership, then only and with your support can India
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effectIYetypiay that role. So having recognIaed that, I {English]

greatty apprectate your 8UppOrt on the two points which
you have made and the two points on which I differ with I am Informing you that this Is the largest number
you. I differ with you but I will refer it to an expert group outside the United States. I think we 8houId really applaud
to 888 whether there 18 enough elasticity and also whether our pharmaceutical industry which not only has a very
it Is In the intereat of Indian pharmaceutical companies. I good manufacturing base but also has a good research
will be happy to bring an amendment when the House is base.
reconvened. The two issues are related to the new
chemical entity and the question of micro-organism. That There were several references made to The New lobrlc
was the question which was raised. I will be happy to refer Times saying that The New )brlc Times has said this and
It to the expert group which will also be constituted in that. Sometimes we follow The New lobrlc Times and
consultation with you because, as I said, our intentions are sometimes we do not. When it suits us, we quote The New
common. Yorlc Times and when it does not suit us, we do not. Today,
we chose to quote from it. You were saying that The New
Translation]
)brlc Times was coming to your rescue. Mr. George

PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA Hon. Minister, Fernandes said that even The New lobrlc Times says this.

how did you do this? I am sure the Indian Parliament should not be influenced
by The New York Times. We should do which by our
SHRI RAMAL NATH : We will also consult the people conviction is correct and not just because The New York
whom you had consulted while drafting the Bill and fully Times has said something - maybe because they have
satisfy you. ... (Interruptions) not read the Act.

(English]
SHRI KINJARAPU YERRANNAIOU mentioned

I will be happy to use the wisdom of Mr. Swain for WHO.

giving me some Informatlon ... (lnterruptions)
SHRJ KAMAL NATH : WHO has not said this. I will
Mr. Suman raised some very important points. come to that.

(Translation] Sir, if you were to read what the economists said, then
you would know that they said that Indian Jaw i8 very loose
Shri Ramji Lal Suman has said whether we have to
and it is no legislation. I do not want to get into what they
take permission of America for selting up our pharmaceu·
have said and by what interest they are driven. I want to
tical industry here. I would like to tell him that there is no
do what I think ilnd what our Govemment believes to be
such provision in it. So many things are taking place these
correct. As I said. we are 'national' driven 8nd no
days.
'multinational' dnven.
{English]
Sir. there was a point in regard to what effect it would
There are 64 FDA approved manufacturing companies have on the drugs. I have said that out of the 13 anti retro
in India whict! are supplying drugs to the United States viral drugs, 12 cannot be patented. Another point was
and the European Union. We are supplying to them. they whether we have taken care of para VI of the Doha
are not supplying to us. Declaration or not. I would like to reqU81t the hon. Members
to refer to l8ction 92A of the Bill. I do not want to get into
{Translation}
the technicaUti.. here. Very briefly, I want to Uti that in
Now the situation has changed. the area of COII1pI.Oory licensing - If we were to read what
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[Shri Kamal Nath] who are Interacting with the people, in the event of any
increase In prices, I think, the Govemment would have
compulsory licensing provisions to be made - there were enormous ability to act on that.
'two serious points made, compulsory licensing and
evergreening. It is because if Aspirin was first used for There was another question whether our traditional
headache, now it is used for blood thinning. The question knowledge hal got protection or not. Sections 3(b) and 25
is whether it would be entitled to be patented. take care of that aspect.

Sir, I would first like to refer to compulsory licensing. Another question was about whether our plants are
This aspect has been mentioned in section 84. I would like coming within the purview of patents or not. Shri Ramji Lal
to request the hon. Members to read this section once. It Suman mentioned this point. There il a very specific
is so tight that if we were to look at what provisions of section 3 which says that no plants are coming wtthln
compulsory licensing be put where there is the question patents. Then, there was another question on pre-grants.
of prices. where there IS the question of public interest, I would like to say that the Bill that was brought forward
all these issues have been adequately taken care of. Then. in December, 2003 - I am not saying that the NDA
there is section 66. This House. at the end of the day. is Government brought it - did not have on' pre-grant
supreme. What does section 66 say? It says that where opposition. Today. I am being lectured and I am being told
the Central Government is 01 the opinion that a patent or not only about including pre-grant opposition but also as
the mode in which It is exerCised is mischievous to the to how tight we should make it.
State or generally prejudicial to the public, it may, after
giving the opportunity to be heard. make a declaration to 19.00 hr•.

be reflected in the official gazette and there upon the

In December. 2003. there was a Bill which had no pre-
patent shall deem to have been revoked. This is the law.
grant opposition. Today I have been told that it is not true.
I! there was any upsurge in the prices. if there were
Please read my amendments. I think we have brought in
approhensions, then the hon. Members, in discharge of
the pre-grant opposition. it was one of the issues which
their obligations. would they ever let that happen? It is
were made that we should go back to the 1970 position
not merely the responsibility of the Govemment. the
for pre-grant. We have done that. This was again a
hon. Members also would react to this. We are conscious
suggestion and I thought that this was a very valid
of that.
suggestion. When we had called the BJP for discussion,

There are so many provisions here. In regard to I was told that. This was one point they missed and I

evergreening, I just want to read out section 3(d) which thought that I should bring it in. This was mentioned by
says that a mere discovery of a new property or a new our friends. We went by what our friends told. This came

use for a known substance or the mere use of known from your letter. But we have brought this in. So, I am being
process in a new product - these are exceptions, these told something which was not there and after having
will not be granted any patent - and substances obtained brought it in. I am told that it is not tight enough. It is very
by • mere ad-mixture resulting only in aggregation of strange. I would iike to reiterate that pre-grant opposition
properties of the components thereof or, prOC188el of is adequate and aU safeguards have been built. We have,
producing such substances will not be given paten•• There today. a product patent regime which has a pre-grant
is no qU88Uon of evergreening. T~ .. no queetion that opposition. Somebody was saying that there is a letter. The
,
our compullo,Y' licensing i, 10088; In fact, our compulsory heading of this Section is 'Pre-grant Oppoaltion'. You said
licensing is very tight. WIth the alel1nMa of our Members that I have diluted it. I am bringing in an amendment to
725 Patents (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (SMa) 8111, 2006 726

say that there Is compulsory hearing. So, India will be one {T,..ntIIation)
of the few countries in the world which is going to have
a pre-grant and a post-grant opposition. This is how tight PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA : Mr. Speaker, Sir,
we bear it. it was the stand so far and we think that we will have to
pass it, we have our intemational commitments and
I believe that I have tried to explain the apprehensions because of that we may not face any further sanctions,
which the Members had. I believe that some of their 'ears theraaore, it is our compulsions to pass this Bill. But it ·is
have' been aUayed and I seek the support of the House being said for the first time that the Bill Is very good, and
to pass this Bill. whatever is being done in the world is in our interest, It
will protect our interests, it is in the national interest.
MR. SPEAKER: I have called Prof. Malhotra to apeak. ... (Interruptions)
I have allowed him to &peak.
I would like to say that not even a single Mlntster came
(Interruptions) forward and said that owing to this BItI the prices of
medicines would not be raiHd whatever repercu.siona It
SHRI KAMAL NATH : Is he 8ubstituting ... (lnterruptions)
may have. We tried our best that this matter be referred
to the standing committee. Although for the last nine
PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA : I am not
months we are trying to make them understand every point
substituting. ... (Interruptions)
in this regard yet they have brought this Bill through an
MR. SPEAKER : Shri Bachi Singh Rawat, shall I take ordinance. You have brought nine ordinances in nine
not exercising your right to reply and in your months. You and your allies will be held responsible for
0'
it that you are
place, he is speaking? whatever damage it will cause. As a Mark protest, we
walkout the House.
(Interruptions)
19.04 hra.
SHRI BACHI SINGH RAWAT 'BACHDA' (Almora) : V.s,
(At """ .tage Prof. VIJay Kumar Malhot", WId some
PROF. VIJAY KUMAR MALHOTRA : Yes, Sir. In his otlHH' Hon. ,."",.,. IfItt the HouN)
place, I am speaking.
(Interruptions)
MR. SPEAKER : This is not to be treated as a
{English}
precedent.

MR. SPEAKER: Prof. Malhotra'. Intervention will not

(Interruptions)
be treated as a precedent 'or the future.
(TtanslationJ
(Interruptions)
PROF. VIJAY KUMAR M~LHOTRA : Mr. Speaker, Sir,
MR. SPEAKER : The question Is :
the reply of the han. Minister has disappointed us.
... (Interruptions) "That this House disapprovel of the Patents
(Amendment) Ordinance, 2004 (No.7 of 2004)
{English}
promulgated by the Pr8IIdent on 26 December,
MR. SPEAKER : Let US not patent shouting! 2004."

(InterruptloM) The mutJon was ~thIed.

727 Patents (An)endmantJ MARCH 22, 2005 BID, 2005 728

MR. SPEAKER : The question is : MR. SPEAKER : The question is :

"That the Bill further to amend the Patents Act, 1970 "That clause 2, as amended, stand part of the Bill.·
be taken into consideration.·
The motion was adopted.

The motion was adopted.

C/auBB 2. as amended. was added to the Bill.

MR. SPEAKER : The House will now take up clause

Clau.. 3 - Amendment of section 3
by clause consideration of the Bill.
MR. SPEAKER: After the Minister's reply, I am aure
Clau.. 2 - Amendment of Section 2
Shri Ajoy Chakraborty, Shrl C.K. Chandrappan. Shri
Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy, Shri M.P. Veerendra Kumar
MR. SPEAKER: I understand that Shri M.P. Veerendra
and Shri M. Shivanna are not going to move their
Kumar and Shri M. Shivanna are not moving their
amendments.
amendment. Shri Kamal Nath.
Mr. Minister to move his amendment.
Amendments made:
Amendments made:
Page 2. after line 25, insert-
Page 2, for line 30-36. substituteli
(f) for clause Oa), the following clause shall be
substituted, namely- Amendment 3. In section 3 of the prinCipal Act,
of section 3. for clause (d), the following shall be
'Oa) "inventive step· meana a feature of an substituted. namely:-
invention that Involves technical advance as
"(d) the mere discovery of a new form of a
compared to the existing knowledge or having
known substance which does not resun in the
economic significance or both and that makes
enhancement of the known efficacy of that
the Invention not obvious to a person skilled in
substance or the mere discovery of any new
the art;'. (18)
property or new use for a known substance or
of the mere use of a known process, machine
Page 2, line 26. for "(f)", substitute "(gt (19)
or apparatus unless such known process
Page 2, after line 26. insert,- results in 8 new product or employs at least one
new raactant.
complete specification, that la, the subject matter has not
fallen in public domain or that it does not form part of the Explanation. - For the purposes of this clause.
salts. esters. ethers. polymorphs. metabolites.
state of the art;'
pure form. particl~ size. isomers. mixtures of
'(h) after clause (t), the following clause shall be isomers. complexes. combinations and other
inserted, namely:- derivatives of known substance shaH be
considered to be the same substance. unless
'(tal 'pharmaceutical subatance means 8"1y new entity they differ significantly in properties with regard
involving one or more inventive steps';. (22) to efficacy;" (23)

(Shn Kamal Nath) (Shri Kamal Nath)

729 Patents· (Amendment) CHAITAA 01, 1927 (Saka) Bi/l, 2005 730

MR. SPEAKER : The question is : Chandrappan and Shri Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy are
not moving their amendments. Mr. Minister.
"That clause 3, as amended, stand part of the
Bill." Amendments made:

The motion was adopted. Page 5, after line 10, in.ert,-

Clause 3, as amended. was added to the Bill. ·PrQvided also significant investment and were
producing and marketing the concerned product prior
Clau•• 4 - Omission 01 Section 5 to 1st day of January. 2005 and which continue to
manufacture the product covered by the patent on the
MR. SPEAKER : Shri Ajoy Chakraborty, Shri C.K.
date of grant of the patent and no infringement
Chandrappan and Shri Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy are
proceedings shall be instituted ageinat such entet'-
not moving their amendments.
prises:. (24)

The question is :
(Shrl Kamal Nath)

"That (;1 ... \1:;1'1 4. stand part of the Bill." MR. SPEAKER : The question Is :

The motion was adopted. "That clause 10, as amended, stand part of the
Bill.·
Clause 4 was added to the Bill.
TII(' 1Il0tlon was adopted.
CIaUStl 5 to 7 were added to the Bill.
Clause 1D, as amended. was added to the Bin.
MR. SPEAKER : There is an amendment No. 14 for
adding New Clause 7A. Shri M.P. Veerendra Kumar and Clause 1 7 to 21 were added to the Bill.
Shri M. Shivanna are not moving their amendment.
Clause 22 - Substitution 01 heading 01
Clau.. 8 - Amendment 01 Section 10 Chapt.,-Y

MR. SPEAKER : Shri M. Shivanna is not moving his Amendment made

amendment.
Page 7. line 25 for "REPRESENTATION AND
The question is: OPPOSITION PROCEEDINGS·, substitute ·OPPOSITION
PROCEEDINGS TO GRANT OF PATENTS· (40)
"That clause 8, stand part of the Bill."
(Shri Kamal Nath)
The motion was adopted.
MR. SPEAKER : The Question is:
Clause B, was added to the Bill.
"That clause 22. as amended. sland part of the
Clause 9. was added to the Bill. Bill."

CI.u.. 1G-Amendment of Section llA The mODon wa adopted.

MR. SPEAKER : Shri AJoV Chakraborty. Shri C.K Clause 22, itS amended. was added to the Bill.
731 Patents (Amend.ment) MARCH 22. 2005 SlII,2005 732

eMU.. 23 • Subetltutlon of new Section. obtained the mvention or any part thereof from
for ..ctton 25 and H him or from a person under or through whom
he claims;
Amendment. made:
(b) that the invention 80 far as claimed in any
Page 7, line 38,- claim of the complete specification has
been published before the priority date of the
lor "the ControHer shall consider anct diIpose
claim-
or, substitute "the Controller shall, if requeeted by
luch person for being heard, hear him and diIpoIe (i) in any specification filed in pursuance of
of' (25)
an application for a patent made in India
on or after the 1st day of January. 1912;
Page 7, omit lines 40 to 42 (26)
or
Page 7, line 43, lor "(3)", substitute "(2)" (27)
(ii) in India or elsewhere, in any other
Page 9, line 1- document;

(i) tor "(4)", substitute "(3)" Provided that the ground specified in sub-clause (ii)
shall not be available where such publication does not
(ii) lor "(3)", substitute "(2)" (28) constitute an anticipation of the invention by virtue of
sub-section (2) or sub-section (3) of section 29.:
Page.9, line 10. for "(5)", substItute "(4)" (29)

(c) that the invention 80 far as claimed in any claim

Page 9, line 13-
of the complete specification is claimed in a

(I) tor "(6,., substitute "(5)" claim of a complete specification published on

or after the priority date of the applicant'S claim
(ii) for "(5)", substitute "(4)" (30) and filed in pursuance of an application for a
patent in India, being a claim of which the
Page 9, line 14,- priority date is earlier that of applicant's claim;

lor "(3)·, substitute "(2)" (31) (d) that the invention so far as claimed in any claim
of the complete specification was publicly
Page 8, line 18-
known or publicly used in India before the
(I) for "(7)", .ubMIIute "(8)" priority date of that claim'.

(ii) for "(5)·, substitute "(4)" (32) EJCP'anatj~ For the purposes of this clause,
an invention relating to a process for which a
Page 9, line 23, for "(3)", substitute "(2)· (33) patent is claimed shall be deemed to have been
publicly known or publicly used in India before
Page 7, for tines 31 to 37. substItute--
the priOrity date of the claim if a product made

'Controller against the grant of patent on the ground- by that proceea had already been Imported into
India before that date exc~ where such
(a) that the applicant for. the patent or the person importation has been for the purpose of
under or through whom he claims, wrongfully reasonable trial or experiment only:
733 PalBnts (Amendment) CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Saka) Bill, 2005 734

(e) that the invention so far as ctaimed in any ctaim MR. SPEAKER : The question is :
of the complete specification is obvious and
clearly does not Involve any inventive step, "That clause 23, as amended, stand part of the

having regard to the matter pubtished as Bill:

mentioned in clause (b) or haing regard to what

Th9 motion was adOf'ttJd.
was used in India before the priority date of the
applfcant's claim; Clause 23. as amended. was added to the BiN.

(f) that the subject of any claim of the complete Clause 24 to 41 we,. add«l to ".. Bill.
specification is not an invention within the
meaning of this Act, or is not patentable under Clau.. 42-Amendment of Section Itt

this Act;
MR. SPEAKER : 8M Shivena ia not moving his
amendment
(g) that the complete specificallon does not suffi-
ciently and clearly describe the invention or the
The question is
method by which it Is to be performed:
"That clause 42 stand part of the Bill."
(h) that the applicant has failed to disclose to the
Controller the Information required by section 8 The motion was adopted.
or has furnished the information which in
Clause 42 was added to tile Bill.
any material particular was false to his
knowledge;
Clause 43 to 51 were added to the Bill.

(i) that In the case of convention application. the

Motion Ra: Suspension of rule 80(1)
application was not made within twelve months
from the date of the first application for SHRI KAMLA NATH : I beg to move ;
protection for the invention made in a conven-
"That this House do suspend clause (i) 01 rule 80 of
tion country by the applicant or a person from
Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the
whom he derives title;
Lok Sabha in so far 88 it requires that an amendment
(j) that the complete specification does not dis- shall be within the scope of the Bm and relevant to
close or wrongly mentions the source or the subject matter of the clause to which it relates, in
geographical origin of biological material used its application to the Government amendment No. 34
for the invention; to ttlePatents (Amendment) Bill, 2005 and that this
amendment may be allowed to be moved."
(k) that the invention so far as claimed In any claim
of the complete specification is anticipated MR. SPEAKER ; The question is :
having regard to the knowledge. oral or
"That this House do suspend clause (I) 01 .rule 80 01
otherwise. available within any local or indi-
Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in the
genous communtty in India or elsewhere,
Lok Sabha in 80 far as It requires thai an am.nttment
but on no other ground,' (41 ) shall be wtthin the scope of the Bill and relevant to
the eubject matter of the clause to which It relates. in
(Shri Kamal Nalh) ita application to the Government amendment No. 34
735 Patents (ArrJIIfttJIMnI) MARCH 22, 2005 Bin. 2005 736

to the Patents (Amendment) Bill, 2005 and that this purpose of supply in the Indian market and that the
amendment may be allowed to be moved." licensee may also export the patented produce, if need
be in accordance with the provisions of sub-clause (iii) of
The motion was adopted.
clause (a) of sub-section (7) of sections 84;

New CIau.. 51 A - Amendment of Section 84

(viii) that in the case of semi-conductor technotogy,

Amendment made: the licence granted is to work the invention for public non-
commercial use:
Page 14, after line 9, insert.-
(Ix) thaI in case the licence is granted to remedy
Amendment 'SlA. In section 84 of the principal Act,- a practice determined after judicial or administrative
of section
84 process to be anti-competitive, the licensee shall permitted
(a) in sub-section (1). for the word "sealing",
to export the patented product. if need be." (35)
the word "grant" shall be substituted;

(Shri Ka!"al Nath)

(b) in sub-section (6), for the following
explanation shall be inserted at the end,
MR. SPEAKER: The question is :
namely-
"That clause 53, as amended, stand part of the Bill. 00

'Explanlltion.-For the purposes of clause (iv),

·reasonable period" shall be construed as a The motion was adopted.
period not ordinarily exceeding a period of six
months.' (34) Clause 53, as amended, was added to the Bill.

(Shri Kamal Nath) Clause 54 - Inlertlon of new Section 92-A

MR. SPEAKER : The question is : Amendment made:

"That new clause 51A be added to the BilL" Page 14, lines 30-31,-

The motion was adopted. for "provided compulsory licence has been granted
by such country". substitute ·provided compulsory licence
New clause 51 A was added to the Bill.
has been granted by such country or such country has,
Clause 52 was added to the Bin. by notification or otherwise. allowed importation of the
patented pharmaceutical products from Inelia." (36)
Clau.. 53 - Amendment of section 90
(Shri Kamal Nath)
MR. SPEAKER : Since Shri Ajoy Chakraborty. Shri
C.K. Chandrappan and Shri Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy MR. SPEAKER : The question is :
ar8 oot moving their amendment Nos. 6. 7 and 8. we go
to amendment no. 35 - Shri Kamal Nath. "That clause 54, as amended. stal 1 part of the Bill."

AI7NH"'" made : The motion was adoptee;

Page 14, tor lines 15--24, substitute- Clause 54. CIS amended, was added to the BIll.

"(vii) that th8 licence Is granted with a predominant Clause 55 to 59 "fit added 10 the Bill.
737 Patents (Amendment) CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) Sill, 2005 738

Clau.. 60 - Amendment of MR. SPEAKER : Thank you. That Invigorates me also.

SectIon 117-A This 18 the vibrancy of our parliamentary democracy.

Amendment made: (Interruption')

Page 15, line 30. for ·(5)". substitute "(4)" (37) MR. SPEAKER : The Minister may now move that the
Bill. as amended. be passed.
(Shri Kamel Nath)
SHRI KAMAL NATH : Sir. I beg to move:
MR. SPEAKER : Even your 'Ayes' have become to
feeble, I have to go on shouting. "That the Bill. as amended, be passed.'
~

(Interruptions) MR. SPEAKER : The question is :

"That the Bill, as amended, be pa_Md."

MR. SPEAKER : The question Is :

The motion was adopted.

"That clause 60, as amended, stand part of the
Bill." MR. SPEAKER : The House now stands adjourned
till 11.00 a.m. tomorrow.
The motion was adopted.
19.14 hra.
Clause 60, u amended, was added to the Bill.
The Lok Sabha then adjoumed till Eleven of the
Clause 61 to 78 were added to the Bill. Clock on Wednesday. March 23. 20051
Chaitra 02. 1972 (Salca)
Clause 1. the Enacting Formula and the Long Title
WI!H8 added to the Bill.
739 MARCH 22~ 2006 Annew,..' 740

Annuure-l
2 3
Members-wts. Index to Starred Liat of Questions
16. Shri Munnu, Hemlal . 262
SI,No. Member's Name Question Number
17. Shri Owaisi, Asaduddln 278
1 2 3 18. Dr. Pandey, Laxmlnarayan 275

1. Shri Abdullakutty 277 19. Shrl Paawan, Sukdeo 279

2. Shri Ananth Kumar 273 20. Shri Pathak, Hartn 274

3. Shri Athawale, Ramdas 267 21. Shri Rajagopal, L. 288
4. Shri Bannan, Ranen 278 22. Shri Aao, K.S. 261
5. Shri Bisen, Gaurishankar Chaturbh 272 23. Shri Aao, Rayapati Samballva 263
6. Smt. Choudhary, Anuradha 268
24. Shri Reddy, Magunta Sreenlvaaulu 264
7. Shri Chouhan, Shlvraj Singh 262
25. Shri Rijlju. Kiren 283
B. Shri Gaikwad, Eknath M. 271
26. Shri Siddeswara, G,M. 280
9. Shri Kharventhan, S.K. 269
27. Shri Singh, Chandra Bhushan 277
10. Shri Krishna, Vijoy 270
2B. Shri Singh. Prabhunath 275
11. Shri Kumar, B. Vir:f)d 276
12. Prof. Malhotra, Vij~" Kumar 274 29. Shri Singh, Sugrib 270

13. Shri Mandllk, S.D. 271 30. Shri Singh, Rajiv Ranjan. "Lalan" 268

14. Shri Moghe, Kris~!" ~ Murari 267 31. Shr' Veerendrakumar, M.P. 265

15. Shri Munshi Ram 288 32. Shri Vaskhi. Madhu Goud 261

Members-wise Index to Unstarred List of Questions

SI,No. Member's Name Question Number

2 3

1. Shri "Bachda", Bachi Singh Rawat 2862

2. Shri Abdullakutty 2972

3. Shri Adsul, Anandrao V. 2869. 2885. 2917, 2920, 2990

4. Dr. Agarwal, Dhirendera 2821, 2870

5. ShrI Ahamad, AtIq 2838

6. ShrI Ahir, Hans,., G. 2835, 2927. 3016

741 CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) 742

1 2 3

7. Shri Ananth Kumar 2936, 2995

8. Shri Appadural, M. 2981

t. Shrt Argal,. A8hok 2856

10. Shri Athawale, Ramdaa 2953, 3001, 3034

11. Shrl Azml, lIyu 2821, 2828

12. Shrl Badal, Sukhblr Singh 2852, 3043

13. Shri Bansal, Pawan Kumar 2878, 2983, 3011

14. Shrl Barad, Juhubhai Dhanabhai 2850, 2943, 3012

15. Shrl Barman, Hiten 2899

18. Shrl BaxIa, Joachim 2899, 2926 .

17. Shrl Bhagora, Mahavir 2896

18. Shrl Bhargava, Glrdharl Lal 2913

19. Shri Blsen, Gaurishankar Chaturbh 2956

20. SM Bishnoi. Jaswant Singh 2897, 2978

21. Shri Bishnoi. Kuldeep 2829

22. Shrl Bose" Subrata 2899

23. Shrl Budhollya. Ralnarayan 2962

24. Shrl Bwiswmuthiary. Sansuma Khun 2872

25. 5hri Chandel. 5uresh 2824

26. 5hri Chandrappan, C.K. 2854. 2869. 3009. 3033

27. 5hrl Chaure. Bapu Hari 2842, 2953

28. 5hrl Chavan. Harishchandra 2883. 2969

29. Dr. Chinta Mohan 2880

30. 5mt. Choudhary. Anuradha 2866. 2948. 3002

5hri Chaudhary. Nlkhil Kumar 2875, 2879.2958, 3045

31.

32. Shri Chouhan, Shlvraj Singh 2990. 3017

33. 5M Chowdhury, Adhir 2887. 2949. 2973

34. Shrl Oaagupta, Gurudas 2869. 2961. 3009

743 Annexu,./ MARCH 22, 2005 Annex",./ 744

1 2 3
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------.
35. Shri Dhindsa, Sukhdev Singh 3043

36. Shri Gadhavl, P.S. 2841

37. Shri Gaikwad, Eknath M. 2933, 2955

38. Shri Gamag, Giridhar 2826, 2929

39. Shri Gangwar, Santosh 2853

40. Shrl Gao, Tapir 2865

41. Smt. Gawall, Shavena P. 2909, 2986. 3022

42. Shrl Gehlot, Thawarchand 2871, 2965

43. Shrl Gohaln. Rajen 2919

44. Shri Gudhe, Anant 2903, 2980, 3031

45. Shri Hamza. TK 2857, 3033

46. Shrl Hassan. Munawar 2859, 2944. 2962, 3035

47. Dr. Jagannath. M. 2905, 3019, 3050

48. Smt. Jayaprada 2886

49. Shri Jha, Raghunath 2841. 2928. 3025, 3044

50. Shri Jogi. Ajlt 2918, 2940

51. Shri Kalmadi, Suresh 2981. 2967

52. Stlri Kamat, Gurudas 2868. 2954

53. Shri Karunakaran, P. 2827, 2871. 2999, 3037

54. SM Khalre, Chandrakant 2907, 2984

55. Shri Khan, Sunil 2874

56. Shrl Khandelwal. Vijay Kumar 2916. 2989. 3024

57. Shri Kharventha:", S.K. 2923. 2979. 2997. 3033

58. Shri Koli. Ramswaroop 2840. 3042

59. Shri Koshal. Raghuveer Singh 2965

60. Shri Krishna, Vijoy 2934, 2998, 3030

61. Shri Kumar. B. Vlnod 2957. 3006 .... '

62. Shrl Kumar. lliikhil 2949

746 AnnexCl'" CHAlTRA 01, 1927 (8aka) Annexu,./ 746

2 3

63. Shri Kumar, Sajjan 2868, 2966, 3013

64. Shri Kumar, Shailendra 3036

66. Shri Kunnur, Manjunath 2901, 2975

66. 8M Kushawaha, Narendera Kumar 2884, 2970, 3014

67. Shri libra, Sukhdvev Singh 3043

68. Shrl Madam, Vikrambhai Arjanbhai 2921, 3046

69. Smt. Madhavaraj, Manorama 2678, 2946, 3050

70. Smt. Mahajan, Sumltra 2849, 2938

71. Shrl Maha;an. V.G. 2871. 2959, 2962

72. Shri Mahato, Bir Singh 2821

73. SM Mahato, SunU Kumar 2821, 2861, 3041

74. Smt. Maheahwari, Kiran 2883. 2969

75. Shrl Mandai. Sanat Kumar 2908, 2985. 3021

76. SM Mandlik, S.D. 2955, 3003

77. Or. Manoj, K.S. 2843, 2930, 2994, 3047

78. Or. Mediyam. Babu Rao 3006

79. Shri Meghwal. Kailash 2836, 2981

80. Shri Mehta, Alok Kumar 2868, 2888

81. Or. Melnya. Thokchom 2851. 2967

82. Shri Moghe. Krishna Murari 2916, 2936. 2989, 3024

83. Shri Mohd., Mukeem 2844. 2931, 2996, 3032

84. Shri Mohd.. Tahir 2880, 3002

85. Shri Mohlte, Subodh 2825. 2983

86. Shri MoIIah, Hannan 3040

87. SM Munshl Ram 2888, 3002

88. Shri Murmu, Hernial 2946, 3020

89. Shri Murmu, Rupchend 2873

90. Shri Nair, P.K. Vuudevan 2854, :J033

 71,7 Annexure-I MARCH 22, 2005 AnntJxure-1 71,8

1 2 3

91. Smt. Narhlre, (Saw.) Kalpana Ramee 2902

92. Shri Oram, Jual 2827, 2968, 3049

93. Shri Owalal, Aaaduddln 2922, 2961. 2993, 3031

94. Shrt Palanlsarny, K.C. 2848

95. Dr. Pandey, Laxminarayan 2959, 3017

96. Shri Parala, OaJpat Singh 2856

97. Shri Paswan, Sukdeo 2882, 3033

98. Shrl Patel, Dahyabhal Vallabhbhal 2822

89. Shrl Patel, Dlnaha 2904

100. Shri Patel, Klahanbhai V. 2990, 3029

101. Shri Pathak, Brajesh 2900, 2969. 2979, 3027

102. Shri Patil, Balasaheb Vikha 2906, 2982.

103. ~hri Patll, Raoaaheb Oanve 2875. 2879, 2958, 3045

104. Shri prabhu. Suresh Prabhakar 2832, 2889. 2925, 2946, 2992

105. Shri Prakash. Jai 3009

106. Shrl Prasad, Harlkewal 2821. 2867. 2870, 3041

107. Srnt. Purandeswari, O. 2860, 2945, 3048

108. SM Rajagopal, l. 2952

109. Shri Rajander Kumar 2846, 2944

110. Shri Ramakrishna, Badiga 2920, 2991. 3029

111. Shrl Rao, K.S. 2949

112. Shri Rao. Rayapatl Sambaslva 2950, 2999. 3033

113. Shri Rao, O. Vitta' 2881

114. Shri Ravichandran, Sippiparai 3037

115. Shri Rawa~, Mohan 2893

116. SM Rawat. Kamla Prasad 2869. 2912

117. Shrl Reddy. G. Karunakara 2890, 2975, 3018 • ,l,

118. Shrl Reddy. Maguma SreenivaeutU 2941 I ~ ~';.' , , '4'

749 Annexure·' CHAITRA 01, 1927 (Saka) Annexut'9-/ 750

'2. 3

119. Shr\ Range Pa\i\, i\lnram Ganpa\ra

2.8'2.', 2.861
120. Shri Sahu,' Chandra Sekhar 2899
, 121. Shri Saradgl, Iqbal Ahmed 2823, 2854, 2933, 2960, 3008
122.. Dr. Sarma~' Arun Kumar 2987

123. Shri Sathyanarayana, Sarve-y 2911

124. Shri Satpathy, Tathagala 2917, 2020, 2990, 3029

125. Shri Scindla, Jyotiraditya M. 3039

126. Shrl Seth, Laxshman 3040

127. Shri Shaheen, Abdul Rashid 3038

128. Shri Shakya, Raghuraj Singh 2875, 2958

129. Shri Sharma, Madan Lal 28n, 3031

130. Shri Shivajlrao, Adhalrao Patil 2917, 2920. 2942, 3004, 3049

131. Prof. Shiwankar, Mahadeorao 2866, 2884, 2970

132. Smt. Shukla, Karuna 2938, 2964

133. Shri Siddeswara, G.M. 2940

134. Shrl Sidhu, Navjot Singh 2830, 2852, 2924, 3023

135. Shri Singh, Brljbhushan Sharan 2855

136. Shri Singh, Chandra Bhushan 2937, 3007

137. Shri Singh, Chandrabhan 2936

138. Shri Singh, Dushyant 2867, 2914, 2978, 2988, 3026

139. Shri Singh, Ganesh 2839

140. Shri Singh, Kirtl Vardhan 3003

141. Shri Singh, Kunwar Manvendra 2889

142. Shri Singh, Manvendra 2847

143. Shri Singh, Mohan 2892, 2977, 3019

144. , Shri Singh, Prabhunath 2884, 3005

145. Shri Singh, Rakesh 2851

146. Shri Singh. Sugrib 2869, 2947. 2990, 3010

751 Annexure-I MARCH 22, 2005 Annexure-I 152

2 3

147. Shrl Singh, Uday 2895. 2981

14$. Shrl Singh. Rajlv Ranjan "Lalan" 2880. 2971

149. Shrl SoIanki. Bhupendraslnh 2863

150. Shri Subba. M.K. 2845. 2874

151. Shri Suman. Ramji Lal 2886. 2971

152. SM Sur~ran. Chengara 2834, 2857, 2926, 3033

163. Smt. Thakkar, J&yaben B. 2898

154. Shrl Thomas, P.C. 2910

155. Shri Thummar, V.K. 2861

156. Shrl Trlpathl, Chandra Manl 2959, 3017

157. SM Trlpathy, Braja Kishore 2886, 2891, 2978, 3028

158. Shrl Varma, Ratllal Kalldas 2969

159. Shrl Vasava, Manshukhbhal D. 2915

160. Shri Veerendrakumar, M.P. 2951, 3000

161. Shrl Verma, .Bhanu Pratap Singh 2855

162. Shrl Verma, Rajesh 2889, 2957, 2961, 2974

163. Shri Verma, Ravi Prakash 2944

164. Shrl Vadav, Akhileoh 2856, 2939, 3015, 3033

185. Shri Vadel/, Anjan Kumar M. 2821, 2837

166. Shrl Yadav, Baleshwar 2833

187. SM Yadav, Ram Krlpal 3033

168. Shrl Yadav, Sita' Ram 2888

169. Shri' Yaskhi, Madhu Goud 2932, 2949

170. Shri Yerrannaidu, Kinjarapu 2894, 3031

171. Shrl Zahedi, Mahboob 3040

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753 CHAITRA 01. 1927 (Satc8) 754

Mlnl8lty-wiN Index to Starred L., of OtMtlo".

Commerce and Induetry 263. 264. 265. 2e8. 268. 272

Development of North E....m Region

Home Affairs

Human Resource Development 281. 287. 288. 270. 271. a76, 277, 218

Parliamentary Affairs

Tribal Affairs 262

Urban Development 274. 279. 280

Urban Employment and Poverty Alleviation

Youth Affairs and Sports 273. 276.

Ministry-wise Index to Unstarred L'-I of Questions

Commerce and Industry 2830. 2832. 2840. 2845. 2867. 2870. 2871. 2878.
2880. 2884. 2887. 2894. 2902, 2905, 2910, 2912.
2914, 2920. 2946, 2947, 2950, 2951. 2953, 2959,
2660, 2961. 2972. 2974, 2982, 2983. 2988. 2992.
2999. 3000. 3002, 3014, 3023. 3037. 3038. 3039,
3045, 3048.

Development of North Eastem Region 2874

Home Affairs 2825. 2829. 2849, 2850, 2851, 2852. 2855. 2856.
2863, 2868. 2872, 2876, 2877, 2881, 2892. 2893.
2898. 2899, 2903. 2909. 2918, 2919. 2922. 2923.
2924. 2933. 2939, 2948. 2949. 2952. 2962. 2967.
2971. 2976. 2980. 3004, 3005. 3008, 3017, 3019,
3025, 3031. 3034, 3035, 3041. 3043, 3044. 3046.
3047. 3050.

Human Resource Development 2822. 2823, 2827, 2828. 2831, 2834. 2837, 2838.
2848. 2854. 2857. 2873, 2875. 2888. 2889. 2890.
2895. 2897. 2901, 2904, 2906, 2907. 2916. 2917.
2921, 2925. 2926. 2938, 2942, 2958, 2963. 2964.
2970, 2973, 2979, 2984, 2985, 2987, 2989, 2990,
2991. 2997. 3006, 3009. 3010. 3011. 3021. ~022.

3024. 3026. 3029. 3033. 3040. 3049.

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Tribal Affairs 2835, 2842, 2865, 2885, 2896. 2908, 2929. 2943,
3020.

Urban Development 2826, 2833. 2836, 2841, 2844. 2846. 2858. 2859,
2860. 2861. 2862, 2864. 2882, 2883, 2886. 2891.
2900. 2913. 2915. 2928. 2931, 2932, 2934, 2935.
2936. 2937, 2944, 2945, 2954, 2955, 2957, 2966,
2968, 29n, 2993, 2996. 2998. 3001, 3007. 3012,
3013, 3015, 3028, 3030, 3032, 3038, 3042.

Urban Employment and Poverty Alleviation 2821, 2847, 2853, 2869, 2940, 2941, 2956, 2969,
2986, 2995, 3018, 3027.

Youth Affairs and Sports 2824, 2839. 2843. 2866, 2879, 2911, 2927, 2930,
2965, 2975. 2978, 2981. 2994. 3003, 3016.
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