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Lok Sabha Question No. 2170 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Prescription of Branded Medicines
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Babu Singh Kushwaha

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRYOF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION No. 2170 TO BE ANSWERED ON 1 ST AUGUST, 2025

## PRESCRIPTION OF BRANDED MEDICINES

## †2170. SHRI BABU SINGH KUSHWAHA:

Will the Minister of HEALTH AND FAMILYWELFARE be pleased to state:

(a) whether the Government is aware that doctors generally prescribe branded medicines instead of mentioning the name of the salt or formula, due to which patients have no option but to purchase expensive medicines from branded companies in the country and if so, the details thereof; and

(b) the concrete steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to ensure that doctors prescribe generic medicines or mention the name of the salt instead of branded medicines?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SMT. ANUPRIYAPATEL)

(a) & (b): Clause 1.5 of the Indian Medical Council (Professional Conduct, Etiquette and Ethics) Regulations, 2002 prescribes that every physician should prescribe drugs with generic names legibly and preferably in capital letters and he/she shall ensure that there is rational prescription and use of drug. Further, the erstwhile Medical Council of India(MCI) had issued Circulars vide which all Registered Medical Practitioners have been directed to comply with the aforesaid provisions.

The Directorate General of Health Services has directed all Central Government hospitals to prescribe generic medicines only. Similar instructions also have been issued to prescribe drugs with generic name legibly' to all Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) Doctors and Wellness Centres.

The National Medical Commission Act, 2019, empowers the appropriate State Medical Councils or the Ethics and Medical Registration Board (EMRB) of the National Medical Commission to take disciplinary action against a doctor for violation of the provision of the aforesaid Regulations. Further, States have been advised to ensure prescription of generic drugs and conduct regular prescription audits in public health facilities.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2169 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Ports Development Projects under Sagarmala
Ministry: PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS
Asked by: Shri Anil Firojiya

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2169

ANSWERED ON 01.08.2025

## PORTS DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS UNDER SAGARMALA

2169. SHRI ANIL FIROJIYA:

Will the Minister of PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS be pleased to state:

## पȅन , पोत पįरवहन एवं जलमागŊ मंũालय

- (a) the number of port development projects completed by the Government under the "Sagarmala Project"; (b) the manner in which the social and environmental impact of the said project has been evaluated; (c) the strategic steps taken by the Government to promote "Multi Modal Connectivity" in Coordination  with  Bharatmala  Pariyojana  Dedicated  Freight  Corridor  (DFC),  Inland Waterways and the Ministry of Railways; (d) the green initiatives taken by the Government to reduce carbon emissions at ports; and
- (e) whether the said initiatives match the global standards, if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS (SHRI SARBANANDA SONOWAL)

(a) Sagarmala is the flagship Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and  Waterways  to  promote  port-led  development  in  the  country  through  harnessing lndia's 7,500 km long coastline, and 14,500 km of potentially navigable waterways. Under the  Sagarmala  Scheme,  the Ministry provides financial assistance to State/UT Governments  for  Port  infrastructure  projects,  Coastal  berth  projects,  Road  &  Rail projects, fishing harbours, skill development projects, Coastal community development, cruise  terminal  and  projects  such  as  Ro-Pax  ferry  services.  Ministry  has  till  date undertaken 121 project at a total Cost of Rs. 9415 Cr. for partial funding under Sagarmala Scheme. Out of these, 77 projects have been completed till date.

- (b) In  terms  of  guidelines  of  Ministry  of  Finance,  there  is  a  provision  of  impact assessment of the scheme by independent third party evaluator at the end of Finance Commission Cycle.

(c) The Government has adopted  a  strategic  approach  under  the  PM  Gati  Shakti National  Master  Plan  (NMP),  which  was  launched  in  October  2021  to  integrate infrastructure planning, sanctioning and execution across various Ministries/Departments/state governments.

(d) and (e)   The Government has issued 'Harit Sagar; Green Port Guidelines which lays down  framework  for  Major  Ports  to  take  various  green  initiatives  to  reduce  carbon intensity and to develop an environmental friendly ecosystem at Major Ports in alignment with global standards.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2164 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Implementation of Recommendations of Manthan Shivir
Ministry: CHEMICALS AND FERTILIZERS
Asked by: Shri Khagen Murmu, Shri Vijay Baghel, Shri Godam Nagesh, Shri Jagdambika Pal, Shri Bibhu Prasad Tarai, Shri Ravindra Shukla Alias Ravi Kishan

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CHEMICALS AND FERTILIZERS

## DEPARTMENT OF CHEMICALS AND PETROCHEMICALS

## LOK  SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION No - 2164

ANSWERED ON- 01/08/2025

## IMPLEMENTATION OF RECOMMENDATIONS OF MANTHAN SHIVIR

†2164. SHRI VIJAY BAGHEL:

SHRI BIBHU PRASAD TARAI:

SHRI GODAM NAGESH:

SHRI KHAGEN MURMU:

SHRI JAGDAMBIKA PAL:

SHRI RAVINDRA SHUKLA ALIAS RAVI KISHAN:

Will the Minister of CHEMICALS AND FERTILIZERS be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government has prepared any action plan to implement the key recommendations from the 'Manthan Shivir' held on 17 April, 2025 organised by the Ministry;

(b) if so, the specific initiatives undertaken to address the six thematic areas discussed during the Shivir;

- (c)  whether  the  Government  has  set  up  any  system  for  inter-ministerial  coordination mechanisms to ensure a holistic approach in implementing these initiatives; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF CHEMICALS AND FERTILIZERS (SMT. ANUPRIYA PATEL)

(a)to (d): Manthan Shivir was organised with the objective of strengthening the Indian Chemical and Petrochemical sector and the role it can play towards achieving overall objective of  Viksit  Bharat@2047.  The  Department  of  Chemicals  and  Petrochemicals  identified  six major thematic areas in the sector for  deliberations as a part of  the Manthan Shivir.

In accordance with the 'Whole of the Government' approach and as a part of the Interministerial  Coordination  Mechanism,  representatives  from  different  Ministries/Departments were  invited  to  join  these  deliberations.  The  Ministries  /  Departments  included    that  of Revenue,  Promotion  of  Industry  &  Internal  Trade,  Pharmaceuticals,  Ministry  of  Skill Development  &  Entrepreneurship,  Science  &  Technology,  Textiles,  MSME,  MoEF&CC,

MeitY, NITI Aayog, as well as organisations such as the CSIR, Bureau of Indian Standards, Central Pollution Control Board along with PSUs and autonomous organisations under the aegis of the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals.

During the course of these deliberations, several inputs have been received, which are being examined. Further stakeholder consultations with different Government Departments as well as with different industry associations are also being conducted.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2162 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Establishment of National Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine
Ministry: AYUSH
Asked by: Adv. Adoor Prakash

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF AYUSH

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2162 TO BE ANSWERED ON 1 st  AUGUST 2025

## Establishment of National Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine

## 2162.   Adv. Adoor Prakash:

Will the Minister of Ayush be pleased to state:

- (a) whether  the  Government  has  any  active  plans  to  establish  a  National  Institute  of Ayurvedic medicine in the State of Kerala;
- (b) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor;
- (c) whether the Government proposes to establish a National Institute of Ayurveda in the State with a proven record and legacy in Ayurvedic treatment; and
- (d) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE (IC) OF THE MINISTRY OF AYUSH (SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)

- (a) to (d) There is no proposal under consideration to establish  a National  Institute of Ayurvedic  medicine  in  the  State  of  Kerala.    However,  Central  Council  for Research  in  Ayurvedic  Sciences  (CCRAS),  headquartered  in  New  Delhi, comprises a network of 30 Institutes across various regions of India, including the National Ayurveda Research Institute for Panchakarma at Cheruthuruthy and  Regional  Ayurveda  Research  Institute  at  Thiruvananthapuram,  both Institutes located in the State of Kerala.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2161 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Medical College in Tribal District of Madhya Pradesh
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Gajendra  Singh Patel

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRYOF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2161 TO BE ANSWERED ON 01 st AUGUST, 2025

## MEDICALCOLLEGEINTRIBALDISTRICTOFMADHYAPRADESH

## †2161 SHRI GAJENDRASINGHPATEL:

Will the Minister of HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government has any proposal to establish a medical college in tribal aspirational districts of Madhya Pradesh particularly in Barwani district;
- (b) if so, the details thereof; and
- (c) if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SMT. ANUPRIYAPATEL)

(a) to (c): The Ministry of Health & Family Welfare administers a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) for 'Establishment of new medical colleges attached with existing district/referral hospitals' with preference to underserved areas and aspirational districts, where there is no existing Government or private medical college. The fund sharing mechanism between the Centre and State Governments is in the ratio of 90:10 for North Eastern and Special Category States, and 60:40 for others. Under the Scheme, 157 Government medical colleges have been approved in three phases including 14 medical colleges in the State of Madhya Pradesh, of which 06 medical colleges have been approved in tribal districts of State, namely, Mandla, Shahdol, Chhindwara, Singrauli, Ratlam & Khandwa (East Nimar).

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2160 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Healthcare Professionals and Beds in AIIMS Raipur
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Santosh Pandey

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRYOF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. - 2160 TO BE ANSWERED ON 01/08/2025

## HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS AND BEDS IN AIIMS RAIPUR

## † 2160. SHRI SANTOSH PANDEY

Will the Minister of HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE be pleased to state:-

- (a) whether there has been an increase in the number of patients referred to other hospitals from AIIMS, Raipur;
- (b) if so, the details thereof;
- (c) whether the Government has ordered any inquiry through a Committee in this regard;
- (d) if so, the details thereof;
- (e) whether the Government has taken any measures to increase the number of doctors, healthcare professionals and beds in AIIMS, Raipur; and
- (f) if so, the details thereof ?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)

- (a) to (d): Established under Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Raipur has 1098 operational beds. In the year 2024-25, the Institute treated 9,64,671 patients in OPD (Out Patient Department) and 50,459 patients in the IPD (In patient Department) .During the same period the Institute provided Emergency Care to 47,073 patients and out of these 6006 patients were transferred in light of clinical assessment, bed availability, and the need for specialized interventions in accordance with standard medical protocols prioritizing patient safety and ensuring continuity of care.

(e) and (f): Creation of posts for new facilities is a continuous process. Recently establishment of 150 bedded Critical Care Hospital Block under Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) scheme and setting up of a 29 bedded Burn unit has been approved for AIIMS Raipur.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2158 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Modernization of Ports
Ministry: PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS
Asked by: Dr. T Sumathy Alias Thamizhachi Thangapandian

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2158

ANSWERED ON 01.08.2025

## MODERNIZATION OF PORTS

## 2158. DR. T SUMATHY ALIAS THAMIZHACHI THANGAPANDIAN:

## Will the Minister of PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS be pleased to state:

## पȅन , पोत पįरवहन एवं जलमागŊ मंũालय

(a)  whether  the  Government  has  plans  to  develop  the  Chennai-Kamarajar-Cuddalore cluster as one among the six port clusters as mega ports cluster by 2047, if so, the details thereof; (b)  whether  it  is  a  fact  that  the  modernization  of  Indian  ports  under  Sagarmala,  234 projects at cost of Rs. 2,91,622 cr. have been undertaken for implementation and out of the total  234 projects, 94  projects  worth Rs.  31,517 cr. have  been  completed  and 65 projects worth Rs. 79,958 cr. are under implementation, if so, the details thereof; and

- (c)  whether effective steps have been taken by the Government to make the eastern coast in Tamil Nadu as a Port and Shipping hub in Asia, if so, the details thereof and if not, reasons therefor?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS (SHRI SARBANANDA SONOWAL)

- (a) Maritime  India  Vision  2030  envisions  Chennai-Kamarajar-Cuddalore  cluster  to become Mega Port in the eastern coast by 2047. This cluster is targeted to achieve a cargo handling capacity of over 300 million tonners per annum by the year 2047.
- (b) Under  the  Port  Modernization  pillar  of  Sagarmala  Programme,  a  total  of  234 projects at cost of Rs. 2,91,279Cr. have been undertaken for implementation and out of 234 projects, 104 projects worth Rs. 32,654Cr. have been completed and 55 projects worth Rs. 74,725 Cr. are under implementation
- (c) The key initiative of Government includes Port Modernisation of Chennai, Ennore (Kamarajar), and Tuticorin (VO Chidambaranar) ports, and investment in infrastructure connectivity such as rail and road linkages. Further, strategic location, deep-draft ports, and policy support aim to position Tamil Nadu as a key maritime hub in Asia.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2156 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Construction of Embarkation Jetties
Ministry: PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS
Asked by: Shri Muhammed Hamdullah Sayeed

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2156

ANSWERED ON 01.08.2025

## CONSTRUCTION OF EMBARKATION JETTIES

2156. SHRI MUHAMMED HAMDULLAH SAYEED:

Will the Minister of PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS be pleased to state: पȅन , पोत पįरवहन एवं जलमागŊ मंũालय

- (a) whether  the  Government  has  received  any  proposal  for  the  construction  of embarkation jetties on the eastern side of Chetlat and Kiltan islands in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep;
- (b) if  so,  the  details  of  the  proposal  and  the  current  status  of  its  consideration  or approval;
- (c) whether  the  absence  of  such  jetties  is  causing  difficulties  and  safety  concerns during the embarkation and dis-embarkation of passengers from ships, especially during adverse weather conditions, if so, the details thereof;
- (d) whether  the  Government  proposes  to  take  immediate  steps  to  sanction  and construct these jetties to ensure safe and reliable maritime connectivity for the residents of these islands; and
- (e) if so, the expected timeline for commencement and completion of the project?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS (SHRI SARBANANDA SONOWAL)

(a)  &  (b)    Union  Territory  of  Lakshadweep  Administration  (UTLA)  submitted  Detailed Project Report (DPR) for construction of jetties on eastern & western side of the islands of  Kiltan  &  Chetlat  vide  their  letter  dated  29.06.2024  to  Ministry  of  Ports,  Shipping  & Waterways (MoPSW). MoPSW advised UTLA to conduct certain studies before these projects could be taken up.  Based on the request received from UTLA, an amount of Rs.13.99  Crore  was  sanctioned  under  Sagarmala  Scheme  on  17.09.2024  to  conduct these studies.

(c) UTLA has  informed  that  the  existing  jetties  in  these  islands  are  quite  old  and designed  to  handle  small  boats.  Hence,  passengers/  cargo  arriving  on  large  ships/ vessels are transported to the islands through smaller boats, which is of concern when sea condition is rough.

(d) & (e) Question does not arise in view of answer to part (a) & (b) above.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2148 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Inland Vessel Manning Rules 2022
Ministry: PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS
Asked by: Shri Shafi Parambil

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2148

ANSWERED ON 01.08.2025

## INLAND VESSEL MANNING RULES 2022

2148. SHRI SHAFI PARAMBIL:

## Will the Minister of PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS be pleased to state:

## पȅन , पोत पįरवहन एवं जलमागŊ मंũालय

(a)  whether  the  extensive  training  under  the  Inland  Vessel  Manning  Rules  2022 applies to the drivers of small houseboats generally used for tourism purpose, if so, the details thereof; (b)  whether the Government is aware of the constraints caused by the mandatory training  rules  on  the  livelihood  of  the  small  houseboat  drivers  in  Kerala,  if  so,  the details thereof; (c) whether the Government has revised the Inland Vessel Manning Rules, 2022 by incorporating special short-term training for the small houseboat drivers; and

- (d) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS (SHRI SARBANANDA SONOWAL)

(a) In  exercise of the powers conferred under section 34 of the Inland Vessels Act 2021 (24 of 2021) and the Inland Vessels (Manning) Rules, 2022 framed thereunder, the requirements for training, qualification and certification of crews for mechanically propelled vessels operating in inland waters through out India have been provided.

(b) to (d) After discussions with stakeholders, Maritime Boards, Inland Water Transport Departments in States/UTs including representatives from Kerala, draft pleasure craft and canal cruise boats (houseboats) rules for these two categories of vessels are under finalization.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2143 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-01
Subject: Anomalies in One Rank One Pension
Ministry: DEFENCE
Asked by: Shri Tanuj Punia

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF DEFENCE DEPARTMENT OF EX-SERVICEMEN WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2143

TO BE ANSWERED ON 01.08.2025

## ANOMALIES IN ONE RANK ONE PENSION

## 2143. SHRI TANUJ PUNIA:

Will the Minister of DEFENCE be pleased to state:

- (a)    whether the Government has taken any steps to address anomalies/grievances arising from the implementation of the One Rank One Pension (OROP) scheme;
- (b)   if so, the details thereof; and
- (c)    the  manner  in  which  the  Government  ensure  that  adjustments  adequately  reflect  the inflationary  pressures  faced  by  veterans  as  the  increase  in  inflation-adjusted  allowances  for employees and pensioners by 4% in 2024?

## A N S W E R

## MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE                                              (SHRI SANJAY SETH)

- (a) & (b): Yes Sir, Government in consultation with the concerned authorities issues clarifications on the anomalies/grievances arising from the implementation of OROP scheme on time to time basis.  Further, the following measures are in place to address grievances arising from implementation of the OROP scheme.
- (i)    SPARSH  Service  Centre:  202  departmental  SPARSH  Service  Centres  (SSCs), branches of 16 Banks and 4.63 lakh Common Service Centres (CSCs) located across India  are  addressing  the  grievances  of  pensioners  including  grievances  related  to implementation of OROP and resolving the issue in coordination with SPARSH/PDAs.
- (ii)    Pension  Call  Centre:  The  Pension  Call  Centre  of  PCDA(P)  addresses  the  issues pertaining to OROP.  Executives of the Call Centre are conversant with the policy and  provisions  of  Government  of  India  ,  Ministry  of  Defence  on  OROP  for resolving  the  issues  raised  by  the  pensioners  in  consultation  with  SPARSH  and PDAs concerned.

- (iii)   Centralised Public Grievances and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS):  Anomalies or grievances received through Centralised Public Grievances and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) are addressed as per the policy of the Government on OROP within the stipulated time frame.
- (iv)   Raksha Pension Samadhan Aayojan (RPSA) are conducted at various locations across the country from time to time for the redressal of grievances of the pensioners.

(c)       Dearness Relief (DR) is paid in addition to the salary/pension.  The Government has addressed the inflationary pressure faced by the veterans by increasing the rate of Dearness Relief by 4% w.e.f. 01.01.2024.

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