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Lok Sabha Question No. 2681 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: CISF Security at Seaports
Ministry: HOME AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri  Selvaganapathi T.M.

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2681

TO BE ANSWERED ON THE 16 TH  DECEMBER, 2025/ AGRAHAYANA 25, 1947 (SAKA)

CISF SECURITY AT SEAPORTS

2681. SHRI SELVAGANAPATHI T.M.:

Will the Minister of HOME AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

(a) whether the Government has designated the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) as the security regulator for over 250 seaports in the country;

(b) whether presently there is no uniform security template for seaports and at  many  places  the  security  arrangements  are  being  handled  by  private security agencies and local police;

(c)  whether it is also a fact that the Government has issued guidelines to handle seaport security;

(d)  whether  the  CISF  has  requested  the  Government  to  sanction  10,  000 additional personnel for deploymnet to 80 seaports; and

(e) if so, the details and steps taken in this regard?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI NITYANAND RAI)

(a): The  Directorate  General  of  Shipping,  Ministry  of  Ports,  Shipping  and Waterways is the designated authority for regulations of security of ship and port  facilities  as  per  notification  issued  by  the  Central  Government  under Section  7  of   the  Merchant  Shipping  Act,  1958.  Further,   CISF  has  been

## L.S.US.Q.NO. 2681 FOR 16.12.2025

designated as Recognized Security Organization (RSO) for Ports as envisaged under the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code 2021.

(b) & (c): The Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and  Waterways  overseas  the  International  Ship  and  Port  Facility  Security (ISPS)  code  compliance  in  the  ports  and  conduct  security  assessments considering the threat perception. Based on the security assessment and port facility security plans, security arrangements are made in the ports. Further, uniform security templates are widely followed across seaports, as observed by a joint Committee of CISF and Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

(d) & (e): Requirement of additional manpower of CISF at ports is decided on the basis of joint survey as conducted by Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry  of  Ports,  Shipping  and  Waterways,  CISF  and  Port  Management concerned.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2676 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: Coaching to SC and OBC Students
Ministry: SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT
Asked by: Shri Balashowry Vallabhaneni

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2676 TO BE ANSWERED ON 16.12.2025

## COACHING TO SC AND OBC STUDENTS

## 2676. SHRI BALASHOWRY VALLABHANENI:

## Will the Minister of SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT be pleased to state:

- (a) whether it is a fact that Dr. Ambedkar Foundation (DAF) is providing coaching to SCs and OBCs through the Dr. Ambedkar Centre of Excellence and if so, the details thereof;
- (b) whether it is true that not even a single one of the three Central Universities in Andhra Pradesh (Tribal University, Sanskrit University and Central University) has signed an MoU with DAF and if so, the reasons therefor; and
- (c) the time by which the said three universities are expected to sign the MoU and provide free coaching for SC and OBC students?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT (SHRI RAMDAS ATHAWALE)

- (a) to (c): The Free Coaching Scheme for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and beneficiaries of PM CARES Children is implemented by Department of Social Justice and Empowerment. From the year 2023-24 the Scheme is being run by Dr. Ambedkar Foundation (DAF) through Dr. Ambedkar Centre of Excellence (DACE) established in the Central Universities. For this, the Central University has to sign Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the DAF. Presently, 19 Central Universities have signed MoU with DAF to run the Scheme. In the State of Andhra Pradesh, there are three (3) Central Universities viz. Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh, Central University of Andhra Pradesh and National Sanskrit University, Tirupati. As on date, out of these three (3) Central Universities, only the Central Tribal University of Andhra Pradesh has signed the MoU with DAF but is yet to start the course. The other two Central Universities have not signed the MoU in spite of requests from the Department.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2670 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: Establishment of UIDAI Office in Hapur
Ministry: SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT
Asked by: Shri Arun Govil

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2670 TO BE ANSWERED ON 16.12.2025

## ESTABLISHMENT OF VIDAI OFFICE IN HAPUR

## $2670. SHRI ARUN GOVIL:

## Will the Minister of SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT be pleased to state:

(a) whether people from marginalised sections including senior citizens and domestic helps face difficulties in registering their fingerprints for Aadhaar and that almost ten crore senior citizens out of fifteen crore face such issues, if so, the details thereof;

(b) whether the UIDAI has opened offices in Hapur Lok Sabha Constituency for Aadhaarrelated work, if not, the details for opening a UIDAI office in Hapur district; and

(c) the time by which the said office is likely to be operational in Hapur district?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT (SHRI B.L. VERMA)

(a): As on 30.11.2025, after adjusting for the estimated number of deaths as per Registrar General of India (RGI) estimates, the estimated number of living Aadhaar number holders is 134.26 crore across India out of total projected population as per RGI data i.e. 141.22 crore. Out of this, adult Aadhaar penetration is about 99%. Thus, it is estimated that almost all the senior citizens, barring exceptions, have already enrolled for Aadhaar.

To allow for exceptions, Regulation 6 of the Aadhaar (Enrolment and Update) Regulations, 2016 provides that for residents who are unable to provide fingerprints, only iris scans shall be collected. It further provides that for residents who are unable to provide any biometric information contemplated by the regulations, UIDAI shall provide for handling of such exceptions in the enrolment and update software, and such enrolment shall be carried out as per procedure specified by it for this purpose. As per the Biometric Exception Enrolment Guidelines, dated 1.8.2014 issued by UIDAI, provision exists for enrolling residents who may be lacking in some essential biometrics.

In addition to the above, for enabling Aadhaar enrolment of persons who face difficulties in providing biometrics, there is a provision of whitelisted enrolment, wherein Aadhaar enrolment is carried out in the presence of a designated UIDAI official. Thus, eligible persons, including those from marginalised sections, senior citizens and domestic helps, obtain Aadhaar by undergoing the process of Aadhaar enrolment.

(b) & (c): Aadhaar related services are provided through Aadhaar enrolment and update centres which are available in all the districts of the country. In the district of Hapur, there are 78 active Aadhaar enrolment and update centres.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2668 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: Trade with Pakistan
Ministry: COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
Asked by: Smt. Mala Roy

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2668 TO BE ANSWERED ON 16/12/2025

## TRADE WITH PAKISTAN

## 2668.  SMT. MALA ROY:

Will  the  Minister  of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY ( वाणिज्य एवं उद्योग मंत्री )  be pleased to state:

- (a) the details of top five items imports and exports with Pakistan during the last six months; and
- (b) the details of the trade value at import and export in said periods in terms at Indian currency?

## ANSWER

वाणिज्य और उद्योग मंत्री (श्री पीयूष गोयल) THE MINISTER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (SHRI PIYUSH GOYAL)

## (a) Top five Item Exported to Pakistan during Last Six Months

|   S. | No.Commodity                          |   May-Oct 25 (INR crore) |
|------|---------------------------------------|--------------------------|
|    1 | DRUG FORMULATIONS, BIOLOGICALS        |                   673.84 |
|    2 | BULK DRUGS, DRUG INTERMEDIATES        |                   148.52 |
|    3 | RESIDUAL CHEMICAL AND ALLIED PRODUCTS |                    93.07 |
|    4 | ORGANIC CHEMICALS                     |                    47.99 |
|    5 | PETROLEUM PRODUCTS                    |                    46.94 |

Source: DGCIS

## Top five Item Imported from Pakistan during Last Six Months

|    | S.No.Commodity                        | May-Oct 25 (INR crore)   |
|----|---------------------------------------|--------------------------|
|  1 | RESIDUAL CHEMICAL AND ALLIED PRODUCTS | 0.30                     |
|  2 | PLASTIC RAW MATERIALS                 | 0.16                     |
|  3 | BULK DRUGS, DRUG INTERMEDIATES        | 0.11                     |
|  4 | -                                     | -                        |
|  5 | -                                     | -                        |

Source: DGCIS

## (b) Trade Value (for all the items) in Last Six Months

| Year                   |   Exports |   Imports |   Total Trade |   Trade Balance |
|------------------------|-----------|-----------|---------------|-----------------|
| May-Oct 25 (INR Crore) |   1037.78 |      0.57 |       1038.35 |         1037.21 |

Source: DGCIS

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2665 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: Natural Farming Mission
Ministry: AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE
Asked by: Dr. Rajeev Bharadwaj

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS' WELFARE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS' WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2665

TO BE ANSWERED ON 16 TH   DECEMBER, 2025

## NATURAL FARMING MISSION

## 2665. DR. RAJEEV BHARADWAJ:

Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE कृ ͪष एवं ͩकसान कãयाण मंğी be pleased to state :

- (a) whether the 'Natural Farming Mission' is a Government funded project;
- (b) if so, the details thereof; and
- (c) the main objectives of the Natural Farming Mission?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE

कृ ͪष एवं ͩकसान कãयाण राÏय मंğी (SHRI RAMNATH THAKUR)

(a) & (b): The National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF)  was approved by the Union Cabinet on 25.11.2024 to promote Natural Farming (NF) across the country. The overall financial outlay is ₹2481 crore (Central share is ₹1584 crore and States' share is ₹897 crore) till 15 th  Finance Commission period (March, 2026).

- (c): As per the Operational Guidelines of NMNF, objectives of the Mission are: -
- (i). To promote nature based sustainable systems of farming, enhancing usage of onfarm  made  natural  farming  bio-inputs  to  reduce  dependency  on  externally purchased inputs and input cost reduction. To also improve soil health and have sustainable agriculture practices.
- (ii). To  popularize  livestock  (preferably  local  breed  of  cow)  integrated  agricultureanimal husbandry models.
- (iii). To strengthen on-farm agroecological research and knowledge based extension capacities of ICAR institutions, KVKs, Agricultural Universities, etc.
- (iv). To  build  upon  the  on-field  experience  of  practicing  NF  farmers  and  scientific expertise to thereby evolve & improvise location specific NF package of practices for increased spread of NF.
- (v). To establish scientifically supported common standards and easy farmer friendly certification procedures for naturally grown chemical-free produce.
- (vi). To create and promote a single national brand for naturally grown chemical-free produce.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2653 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: Schools Managed by SAIL-BSP
Ministry: STEEL
Asked by: Shri Brijmohan Agrawal

THE MINISTER OF STEEL

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF STEEL

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2653 FOR ANSWER ON 16.12.2025

## SCHOOLS MANAGED BY SAIL-BSP

2653.  SHRI BRIJMOHAN AGRAWAL:

Will the Minister of STEEL be pleased to state:

- (a) the list of schools operated by SAIL-Bhilai Steel Plant, located in Bhilai Township and its mines area;
- (b) the details capital expenditure plan is in place to renovate, repair and upgrade the physical infrastructure of the older schools managed by SAIL-BSP to ensure a modern and safe learning environment; and
- (c) whether the SAIL-run schools facing any shortage of experienced teachers for core subjects, and the details of the professional development programs which are in place to ensure educators are up-to-date with modern teaching methodologies?

## ANSWER

(SHRI H.D. KUMARASWAMY)

- (a) There  are  ten  schools  operated  by  Steel  Authority  of  Indian  Limited(SAIL)Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) in Bhilai Township and its Mines area.
- (b) The routine repair, maintenance, and upkeep of the physical infrastructure of the schools are managed through contracts of Town services Department.
- (c) The teaching requirements in SAIL-run schools are met through a structured mechanism  for  redeployment  and  engagement  of  qualified  teachers,  ensuring continuity  in  the  teaching  of  all  core  subjects.    As  part  of  continuous  professional development, teachers regularly participate in Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)-mandated Capacity Building  Programmes aligned  with National  Education Policy (NEP), 2020. Teachers also have access to lesson plans, teaching resources and digital training modules through the CBSE DIKSHA portal. In addition, in-house programmes  conducted  by  the  Learning  &  Development  Department  support enhancement of communication, computer literacy and other pedagogical skills.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2649 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: National Agri-Entrepreneurship Scheme
Ministry: FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING
Asked by: Shri Imran Masood

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING DEPARTMENT OF ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING

LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2649

TO BE ANSWERED ON 16 th  DECEMBER, 2025

## NATIONAL AGRI-ENTREPRENEURSHIP SCHEME

2649. SHRI IMRAN MASOOD:

Will the Minister of FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING मत्स्यपालन , पशुपालन और डेयरी मंत्री be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government proposes to launch a ' National Agro-Entrepreneurship Scheme ' for the youth engaged in the animal husbandry, dairy and fisheries sector;
- (b) if so, the details of the arrangements for training, credit assistance and market support in this regard;
- (c) whether the scheme focuses on linking rural start-ups with agro-processing
- (d) if so, the number of youth benefitted so far; and
- (e) whether the Government has prepared any joint forum with the State Governments for this scheme and if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING (SHRI RAJIV RANJAN SINGH ALIAS LALAN SINGH)

(a) and (e) The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), Government of India has no proposal to launch ' National Agro-Entrepreneurship Scheme ' for the youth engaged in the animal  husbandry,  dairy  and  fisheries  sector.    However,  DAHD,  Government  of  India  is implementing the National Livestock Mission-Entrepreneurship Development Programme (NLMEDP) which is a key component and provides 50% capital subsidy for rural poultry, sheep, goats, pigs,  camels,  horses,  and  donkey  farms.  Additionally,  it  supports  fodder  value-addition  units, including hay, silage, Total Mixed Ration (TMR), fodder blocks, and units for processing, grading, and storing fodder seeds. The ceiling for various components ranges from ₹3 lakh to ₹50 lakh. The eligible  entities  are  individuals,  Farmer  Producer  Organizations  (FPOs),  Self-Help  Groups (SHGs), Joint Liability Groups (JLGs), Farmer Cooperative Organizations (FCOs), and Section 8 companies. The scheme is end to end digitized. As of now, 3843 projects have received approval, with  a  total  approved  project  cost  of  ₹2672.45  Crore  and  an  approved  subsidy  amounting  to ₹1233.69  Crore. The  State  Governments  are  working  as  State  Implementing  Agencies  for processing, verification and onward submission of proposals submitted by Entrepreneurs under NLM-EDP. The scheme enables the start-ups to avail benefit subject to compliance of scheme guidelines. As on date, 3784 no. of individual beneficiaries have been assisted.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2644 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars
Ministry: HEAVY INDUSTRIES
Asked by: Shri Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF HEAVY INDUSTRIES LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2644 ANSWERED ON 16.12.2025

## SCHEME TO PROMOTE MANUFACTURING OF ELECTRIC PASSENGER CARS

## 2644.  SHRI MAGUNTA SREENIVASULU REDDY:

## Will the Minister of HEAVY INDUSTRIES be pleased to state:

(a) the details regarding the total number of applicants for Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Electric Passenger Cars in India (SPMEPCI), State-wise and especially those from Andhra Pradesh;

(b) the details regarding the total amount of funds allocated for the implementation of SPMEPCI, beneficiary- wise, especially for those from Andhra Pradesh;

(c) whether the Government has set any timelines for implementation of SPMEPCI, if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor; and

(d) the details regarding the steps undertaken by the Government to increase awareness regarding SPMEPCI amongst domestic companies and potential beneficiaries?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR HEAVY INDUSTRIES (SHRI BHUPATHIRAJU SRINIVASA VARMA)

(a) & (b): Application window  for SPMEPCI  was  open  till 21.10.2025, however, no applications were received during this period.

(c) & (d): Since no applications were received under the scheme, no timelines were set for its implementation.  To increase awareness regarding SPMEPCI, stakeholder consultations were held with potential beneficiaries.  Ministries (such as MEA, D/o Commerce) and States/UTs were also requested to promote the SPMEPCI along with other initiatives taken w.r.t ease of doing business.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2639 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: National Mission for Sustainable Steel
Ministry: STEEL
Asked by: Shri P P Chaudhary

THE MINISTER OF STEEL

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF STEEL

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2639 FOR ANSWER ON 16.12.2025

## NATIONAL MISSION FOR SUSTAINABLE STEEL

2639. SHRI P P CHAUDHARY:

Will the Minister of STEEL be pleased to state:

- (a)  the  manner  in  which  the  5,000  crore  National  Mission  for  Sustainable  Steel  is encouraging secondary steel players to adopt low-emission technologies and what reductions in CO ₂ intensity have been achieved so far;
- (b) the details of the early results which have emerged from the seven and the timeline for scaling hydrogen-based steel production commercially;
- (c)  the  way  in  which  the  Ministry  of  steel  is  working  with  the  Ministry  of  New  and Renewable Energy (MNRE) to ensure reliable and cost-effective Green Hydrogen and green power for steel sector decarbonisation; and
- (d) the details of the technological or process innovations by Indian Steel Manufacturers demonstrate readiness for EU CBAM compliance and enhanced export competitiveness?

## ANSWER

(SHRI H.D. KUMARASWAMY)

- (a) 'National Mission for Sustainable Steel' has not been launched by Ministry of Steel.
- (b) At present, four pilot projects for use of hydrogen in steel sector are operational with timeline of 24-45 months.
- (c) Ministry  of  Steel  is  working  with  Ministry  of  New  and  Renewable  Energy (MNRE) for successful implementation of pilot projects in the following manners: -
- (i) MNRE has issued scheme guidelines for implementation of pilot projects for use of Green Hydrogen in iron & steel sector under National Green Hydrogen Mission.
- (ii) A Project Appraisal Committee (PAC) has been constituted with the representatives  from  Ministry  of  Steel,  Mission  Director,  National  Green  Hydrogen Mission, academia and steel industry. PAC is empowered for evaluation of projects and monitoring the progress periodically. Recommendation of PAC is submitted to MNRE for approval.
- (iii) A  Steering  Committee  under  the  co-chairmanship  of  Secretary  (Steel)  and Secretary (MNRE) is the apex authority for monitoring and implementation of scheme.
- (d) Steel  is  a  deregulated  sector,  and  the  role  of  the  Government  is  that  of  a facilitator. Government regularly monitors the overall steel scenario including exports, imports, prices etc.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2638 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-16
Subject: Mis-appropriation of Rice procured from Nashik
Ministry: AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE
Asked by: Dr. Bachhav Shobha Dinesh

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2638

TO BE ANSWERED ON THE 16 TH  DECEMBER, 2025

## MIS-APPROPRIATION OF RICE PROCUREMENT FROM NASHIK

2638.  DR. BACHHAV SHOBHA DINESH:

Will the Minister of AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE कृ ͪष एवं ͩकसान कãयाण मंğी be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government has taken cognisance of the reports regarding misappropriation of rice procured from the Nashik district through procurement scheme;
- (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether the Government has instituted an enquiry to review into the issue, if so, the details thereof including findings of the investigation and if not, the reasons therefor; (d) whether the Government has initiated any punitive action against those responsible and if so, the details thereof; and the action taken by the Government to prevent reoccurrence of such

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE कृ ͪष एवं ͩकसान कãयाण राÏय मंğी (SHRI RAMNATH THAKUR) (a)  to  (d):  As  per  the  information  received  from  Department  of  Food  and  Public Distribution  (DFPD),  the  Tribal  Development  Corporation  (a  procuring  agency  in Maharashtra) has communicated that on 2 May 2025 some local newspaper published that Government procured Paddy is being sold in black market of Gujarat. The Maharashtra State Cooperative Tribal Development Corporation, constituted an inquiry committee on 2 May 2025. In view of certain suspicious matters that have emerged during the course of the inquiry, the Corporation has ordered the seizure and locking of the bank guarantee of the alleged miller. Also  the  officials  from  The  Tribal  Development  Corporation  filed  a  complaint  in Surgana Police station on 22 May 2025. (e ): The  Government  of  Maharashtra  has  instructed  agencies  to  install  GPS  in

- paddy carrying vehicle and installation of CCTV camers in rice mills.

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- (e) incidents?