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Lok Sabha Question No. 2962 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Funds  to Small and Medium Scale Food Processing Entrepreneurs
Ministry: FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES
Asked by: Shri Zia Ur Rehman

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2962

ANSWERED ON 12 TH  DECEMBER, 2024

## FUNDS TO SMALL AND MEDIUM SCALE FOOD PROCESSING ENTREPRENEURS

## †2962.     SHRI ZIA UR REHMAN:

Will the Minister of FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES be pleased to state:

- (a) whether  the  Government  is  providing  financial  assistance  to  small  and  medium  scale  food processing entrepreneurs;
- (b) if so, the number of people benefitted therefrom and the policies adopted in this regard; and
- (c) if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (SHRI RAVNEET SINGH)

(a)  &  (b).   Ministry  of  Food  Processing  Industries  (MoFPI)  has  been  incentivizing  food  processing entrepreneurs, including small and medium, for setting up/expansion of related industries through its Central Sector Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY) Scheme, Production Linked Incentive Scheme for Food Processing Industry (PLISFPI) and Centrally Sponsored PM Formalization of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme across the country. These schemes are not region or state specific but demand driven.

Under sub-schemes of PMKSY, MoFPI provides mostly credit linked financial assistance (capital subsidy) to entrepreneurs with total outlay of Rs.5520 crores for 15th Finance Commission Cycle. MoFPI has sanctioned 41 Mega Food Parks, 399 Cold Chain projects, 76 Agro- Processing Clusters, 559 Food Processing Units, 61 Creation of Backward & Forward Linkages Projects and 51 Operation Green projects under corresponding component schemes of PMKSY till 31 st October, 2024.

MoFPI also  provides  financial,  technical  and  business  support  for  setting  up/  upgradation  of  micro  food processing enterprises under PMFME scheme. The scheme is operational from 2020-21 to 2025-26 with total outlay of Rs. 10,000 crores. A total of 1,08,580 micro food processing enterprises have been approved for assistance under PMFME Scheme till 31st October, 2024.

PLISFPI is, inter alia, intended to support creation of global food manufacturing champions and support Indian brands of food products in international market. The scheme is being implemented over a six-year period from 2021-22 to 2026-27 with an outlay of Rs. 10,900 crores. 171 food processing companies have been approved for assistance under various categories of the scheme so far.

(c). Does not arise.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2958 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Installation of Smart Meters in Tripura
Ministry: POWER
Asked by: Shri Biplab Kumar Deb

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF POWER

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2958 ANSWERED ON 12.12.2024

## INSTALLATION OF SMART METERS IN TRIPURA

2958. SHRI BIPLAB KUMAR DEB:

Will the Minister of POWER be pleased to state:

- (a) the  funds  approved  by  the  Union  Government  for  installation  of  smart meters in Tripura;
- (b) whether there is a proposal to recharge electricity facility in future on the lines of mobile phones; and
- (c) if so, the details thereof?

## A N S W E R

## THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF POWER

(SHRI SHRIPAD NAIK)

(a) : Under Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS), project worth Rs 319 Cr with a Gross Budgetary Support (GBS) of Rs 80 Cr have been sanctioned for installation of meters as detailed below:

- i. Smart pre-paid consumer meter: 4,47,489
- ii. Pre-paid  consumer  meter  in  rural  areas  having  communication  issues: 1,00,000
- iii. Smart Distribution Transformer meter: 14,908
- iv. Smart feeder meter: 473

(b) & (c) : Under RDSS, consumer meter roll out is planned in prepayment mode on  the  lines  similar  to  the  prepaid  recharge  facility  being  offered  in  mobile phones usage.  Like mobile phones,  smart  meter  provides  several  benefits  to

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consumers  which  enhances  the  experience  of  electricity  usage  as  illustrated below:

- i. Prepaid feature helps consumers to
2. o Pay for electricity as per usage through advance recharges.
3. o Allows for budgeting of usage through small recharges.
- ii. Helps in tracking of consumption of electricity.
- iii. Rebate on electricity bills provided to prepaid smart meter consumer.
- iv. Increases accuracy of meter reading by eliminating errors associated with manual meter reading.
- v. Smart app features help in understanding consumption pattern.
- vi. Facilitates net-metering for roof-top solar installation.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2954 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Conservation and Rejuvenation of River Godavari
Ministry: JAL SHAKTI
Asked by: Shri Rajabhau Parag Prakash Waje

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF JAL SHAKTI DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES, RIVER DEVELOPMENT & GANGA REJUVENATION

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2954

ANSWERED ON 12.12.2024

## CONSERVATION AND REJUVENATION OF RIVER GODAVARI

2954.   SHRI RAJABHAU PARAG PRAKASH WAJE

Will the Minister of JAL SHAKTI be pleased to state:

(a)  whether  the  Government  has  any  specific  ongoing  programme  for  effective  abatement  of  pollution, conservation and rejuvenation of River Godavari in and around Nashik city;

(b) if so, the details thereof along with the current status of various segments of the programmes;

(c) whether the Government has any specific and concrete plans for ensuring that the River Godavari in and around Nashik city is pollution free before the mega event of Kumbh Mela scheduled to be held in 2027; and

(d) if so, the details thereof along with the budgetary provisions and allocations made in this regard?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR JAL SHAKTI

## ( SHRI RAJ BHUSHAN CHOUDHARY )

(a)  to  (d) It  is  the  primary  responsibility  of  States/Union  Territories  (UTs)  and  Urban  Local  Bodies (ULBs)  to  ensure  required  treatment  of  sewage  and  industrial  effluents  to  the  prescribed  norms  before discharging  into  the  rivers  and  other  water  bodies.  The  Govt  of  India  provides  financial  and  technical support to the states and ULBs under various programs like  National River Conservation Plan (NRCP) for river basins other than Ganga and Atal Mission or Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT).

As per the State Government, 11 STPs have been installed in six sewerage zones in Nashik  with a capacity of 392.5 MLD against the sewage generation of 365 MLD.

Under NRCP, for conservation of the river Godavari, sewage treatment plants (STP) of capacity  100 MLD at Nashik has been setup.   A sewage treatment capacity of 18 MLD at Gangapur and 32 MLD at Pimpalgaon Khamb has been created under AMRUT 1.0.

As per the  Trimbak  Municipal  Council,  to  prevent  pollution  in  the  river  Godavari,  presently,  1.9 MLD STP has been created. Considering the  increase  in  floating  population  and  the  upcoming  Kumbh Mela, a treatment capacity of 4.5 MLD STP work has been sanctioned at a cost of Rs. 34.00 Crore by State Government in the Maharashtra Rajya Suvarna Jayanti Nagarotthan Yojana Scheme.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2953 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Utility Service Ducts along National Highways
Ministry: ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS
Asked by: Smt. Shobhanaben Mahendrasinh Baraiya

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2953 ANSWERED ON 12 TH  DECEMBER, 2024

## UTILITY SERVICE DUCTS ALONG NATIONAL HIGHWAYS

2953. SMT. SHOBHANABEN MAHENDRASINH BARAIYA:

## Will the Minister of ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

सड़क परिवहन औि िाजमार्ग मंत्री

be pleased to state:

- (a) whether  the  Government  acknowledges  the  fact  that  the  local residents  may  face  difficulties  due  to  the  absence  of  utility  service ducts  (like  drainage,  water  pipelines  and  storm  water  management) during the  expansion  of  National  Highway-8  at  Himmatnagar  in Sabarkantha constituency, if so, the details thereof;
- (b) whether  the  Government  contemplates  providing  two  utility service ducts each at Motipura cross road junction, Polytechnic cross road  and  Sahakarijeen  cross  road  respectively  as  demanded  by Himmatnagar nagar palika;
- (c) if so, the time limit for providing the above ducts and the budget required therefor; and
- (d) if  not,  whether  the  Government  proposes  to  take  appropriate steps to take up the above issues on priority basis, if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

(SHRI NITIN JAIRAM GADKARI)

(a) Utility corridor is normally provided at extreme edge on NH RoW. However, in case of constraint of RoW,  provisions of duct or alternative  alignment  is  explored  by  utility  agencies.    In  the  instant case, for shifting/accommodation of existing utilities, space has been earmarked in the Shamlaji- Himmatnagar-Motachiloda section of NH-48

at the extreme edge of RoW to the extent feasible. (b) to (d) For crossing of existing utilities, ducts have been provisioned at  Motipura Cross road junction, Polytechnic Cross Road and Sahakari Jin Cross Road as part of civil contract scheduled for completion by June, 25.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2950 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Digital Technologies
Ministry: MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES
Asked by: Shri Aditya Yadav

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.2950 TO BE ANSWERED ON 12.12.2024

## DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

2950. SHRI. ADITYA YADAV:

Will the Minister of MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES be pleased to state:

- (a) whether  the  Government  agrees  with  the  view  that  the  Micro,  Small  and  Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector is pivotal to our economy and their adoption of digital technologies is crucial for the country's growth; and
- (b) if so, the details of the steps that are proposed to be taken by the Government to foster an inclusive  ecosystem  that  enhances  skills  and  removes  barriers,  enabling  all  businesses  to embrace digitalization, if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE FOR MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (SUSHRI SHOBHA KARANDLAJE)

- (a) & (b): Yes  Sir,  Micro,  Small  and  Medium  Enterprises  (MSMEs)  sector  plays  an important  role  to  our  economy.  The  Government  has  been  constantly  working  to  foster  an inclusive  ecosystem  that  enhances  skills,  removes  barriers  and  promote    digitalization  in  the MSME sectors. The steps being taken in this regard  includes; digitization and digitalization of services/ programmes of the Ministry of MSME, Implementation of Entrepreneurship and Skill Development Program, setting up single window clearances, reducing/ simplifying procedures for  Ease  of  Doing  Business  (EODB),  MSME  SAMBANDH,  Udyam  Registration,  MSME SAMADHAAN, MSME Mart and Government e-Marketplace portal etc.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2948 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Coir Industry Technology Upgradation Scheme
Ministry: MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES
Asked by: Shri Appalanaidu Kalisetti

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2948 TO BE ANSWERED ON 12.12.2024

## COIR INDUSTRY TECHNOLOGY UPGRADATION SCHEME

2948.        SHRI APPALANAIDU KALISETTI:

Will the Minister of MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES be pleased to state:

- (a) the  details  of  proposals  received,  approved,  and  rejected  under  the  Coir  Industry Technology Upgradation Scheme (CITUS) during the last five years, particularly from Andhra Pradesh;
- (b) the total financial assistance disbursed under the scheme so far as against the target set, district-wise;
- (c) the details of 'state-of-the-art' coir processing units established under the scheme, along with their current operational status, funds allocated, and utilized, State-wise;
- (d) the  steps  being  taken  to  address  regional  imbalances  in  the  development  of  the  coir industry and to promote awareness among entrepreneurs, particularly in underdeveloped regions of Andhra Pradesh, especially Vizianagaram; and
- (e) the  increase  in  export  value  of  coir  products  from  Andhra  Pradesh  attributed  to  the adoption of modern technology under CITUS since its launch, year-wise?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF STATE FOR MICRO, SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES (SUSHRI SHOBHA KARANDLAJE)

- (a) to (e): Any unit has not been assisted underCITUS Scheme owing to availing financial assistance  under  the  then  existing  similar  schemes  of  this  Ministry  viz.  Credit  Linked  Capital Subsidy Scheme (CLCSS) and Special Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (SCLCSS).

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2947 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Oil and Gas Discovery by ONGC in Ranaghat Field, West Bengal
Ministry: PETROLEUM AND NATURAL GAS
Asked by: Shri Jagannath Sarkar

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2947 TO BE ANSWERED ON 12 th  DECEMBER 2024

## OIL AND GAS DISCOVERY BY ONGC IN RANAGHAT FIELD, WEST BENGAL

## 2947. SHRI JAGANNATH SARKAR:

## पेᮝोिलयम और ᮧाकृ ितक गैस मंᮢी

Will the Minister of PETROLEUM AND NATURAL GAS be pleased to state:

- (a) the estimated volume of oil and gas reserves discovered by ONGC in the Ranaghat field along with its impact on the overall energy production in West Bengal;
- (b) the current status of exploration and development activities in the Ranaghat field and the projected timelines for commencing commercial production;
- (c)  the  measures  being  implemented  to  ensure  that  the  development  of  the  Ranaghat  field adheres to environmental regulations and sustainable practices; and
- (d)  the  infrastructure  developments,  such  as  pipelines  and  processing  facilities  planned  to support  the  extraction  and  transportation  of  oil  and  gas  from  the  Ranaghat  field  and  the expected timeline for their completion?

## ANSWER

## पेᮝोिलयम और ᮧाकृ ितक गैस मंᮢालय मᱶ रा᭔यमंᮢी ( ᮰ी सुरेश गोपी )

## MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PETROLEUM AND NATURAL GAS (SHRI SURESH GOPI)

(a) to (d): Ranaghat-2 well in the NELP-VII block WB-ONN-2005/4 has been notified as a discovery  on  15.04.2024.  The  hydrocarbon  volume  has  not  been  estimated  so  far.    The Appraisal  Phase  for  the  field  is  till  09.05.2027.  Hydrocarbon  potential  of  the  field  is calculated after  the completion of appraisal  of  the field.   Based on  the findings,  the Field Development  Plan  (FDP)  is  prepared  and  infrastructural  requirement  inter  alia  including pipelines, procuring facilities etc. are firmed up along with the timelines.

Environmental  clearances  including  coastal  zone  clearances  for  oil  and  gas  exploration including for Ranaghat field as per the laws for the time being in force,  are essential before commencement  of the activities. This typically involves an Environmental Impact Assessment  study  which  involves public hearing  and ensures proper  assessment of exploration activities on environment. The companies can commence exploration activities only after obtaining necessary environmental clearances with necessary safeguards measures of environmental protection and compliance.
Lok Sabha Question No. 2945 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Saving Religious Structures/houses/Temple Ponds at Bhoma
Ministry: ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS
Asked by: Shri Captain Viriato Fernandes

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2945 ANSWERED ON 12 TH  DECEMBER, 2024

## SAVING RELIGIOUS STRUCTURES/HOUSES/TEMPLE PONDS AT BHOMA

2945.   SHRI CAPTAIN VIRIATO FERNANDES:

Will the MINISTER OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS सड़क परिवहन औि िाजमार्ग मंत्री

be pleased to state:

- (a) the  steps  taken  by  the  Government  to  save  religious  structures, houses and temple ponds at proposed site of National Highway at Bhoma in Priol constituency of North Goa;
- (b) whether  locals  were  taken  into  confidence  before  initiating  the process, if so, the details thereof;
- (c) the details of land acquisition of this area for proposed widening of the road;
- (d) the  reasons  for  not  opting  for  the  bypass  that  was  indicated  in Regional Plan 2021; and
- (e) whether the State Government of Goa proposes realignment of the National Highway at Bhoma in Priol constituency to protect the religious structures,  houses  and  temple  ponds  at  proposed  site  of  National Highway, if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS (SHRI NITIN JAIRAM GADKARI)

- (a)  to  (e)  The  widening  of  National  Highway  (NH)  No.  748  at  Bhoma  in Priol  constituency  of  North  Goa  has  been  finalized  along  the  existing highway alignment in such a way that there is bare minimum impact on the  existing  structures  /  water  bodies.  No  religious  structures  are affected  and  the  elevated  structure  in  the  built-up  area  has  been

proposed within  available  Right  of  Way  (RoW)  for  smooth  and  incident free movement of traffic. The widening scheme of the NH along existing alignment  has  been  finalised  based  on  the  proposal  submitted  by  the State Government after local consultations. Acquisition of bare minimum 4.53 Ha land is required along the existing NH alignment.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2944 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Heavy Rush at Airports
Ministry: CIVIL AVIATION
Asked by: Shri Shankar Lalwani

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. : 2944

(To be answered on the 12 th  December 2024)

## HEAVY RUSH AT AIRPORTS

## 2944. SHRI SHANKAR LALWANI

## Will the Minister of CIVIL AVIATION

be pleased to state:-

(a) whether there was problem of heavy rush at airports during the festive season and winter season last year; and (b) if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## Minister of State in the Ministry of CIVIL AVIATION

(Shri Murlidhar Mohol)

- (a) & (b): The airports in the country experienced an overall increase of 8.98% in passenger traffic during October-March of 2023-24 as compared to 2022-23. To address congestion during the festive season and challenges like fog in winter, airport operators have taken proactive steps. These include collaborating with relevant stakeholders, increasing manpower in critical areas,  upgrading  infrastructure  with  features  like  Self-Baggage  Drop facilities, and deploying additional X-BIS machines. These measures have collectively ensured a seamless and efficient passenger experience.
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Lok Sabha Question No. 2943 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Promotion of Self-employment and Entrepreneurship in Tribal Areas
Ministry: TRIBAL AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri E T Mohammed Basheer

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF TRIBAL AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO- 2943

TO BE ANSWERED ON- 12/12/2024

## PROMOTION OF SELF-EMPLOYMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN TRIBAL AREAS

2943. SHRI E T MOHAMMED BASHEER:

Will the Minister of TRIBAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

(a) the details of initiatives taken by the Government to promote self-employment and entrepreneurship in tribal areas, especially focusing on traditional tribal arts, crafts and agriculture; and

- (b) whether any strategy has been chalked out by the Government to improve marketing and export opportunities for tribal products and if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE FOR TRIBAL AFFAIRS (SHRI DURGADAS UIKEY)

(a)  &  (b): The  Ministry  of  Tribal  Affairs  through  its  agency  namely  Tribal  Co-operative  Marketing Development Federation of India (TRIFED) have contributed significantly in promoting self-employment and entrepreneurship among the tribal communities.

Ministry is implementing the scheme 'Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM)' through TRIFED  which  envisions  to  strengthen  tribal  entrepreneurship  initiatives  and  to  facilitate  livelihood opportunities by promoting more efficient, equitable, self-managed, optimum use of natural resources, Agri / Minor Forest Produce (MFPs) / Non-farm produce. Under the scheme, financial support of INR 15.00 lakhs is provided to the State Governments for setting up of each Van Dhan Vikas Kendras (VDVKs) which are the centres of value addition activities of MFPs/Non-MFPs. So far, 3958 VDVKs have been sanctioned by TRIFED across the country. TRIFED also provides backward & forward linkages to tribal artisans / suppliers for marketing of tribal products of various categories like metal craft, textile, jewellery, painting, cane  &  bamboo,  terracotta  &  pottery,  organic  &  natural  food  products  etc.  through  online  and  offline platforms. So far, TRIFED has empaneled 4990 tribal artisans / suppliers for procurement of tribal products. During the last five years, TRIFED has made a procurement of Rs 130.58 cr and has realized a sale of Rs. 186.02 cr.

In addition, TRIFED also organizes and participates in national and international festivals, melas, exhibitions  etc.  wherein  products  made  by  tribal  artisans  across  the  country  are  exhibited  for  their promotion.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 2942 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2024-12-12
Subject: Grievances of DDA Markets/Commercial Centres
Ministry: HOUSING AND URBAN AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri Praveen Khandelwal

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 2942

## TO BE ANSWRED ON DECEMBER 12, 2024

## GRIEVANCES OF DDA MARKETS / COMMERCIAL CENTRES

NO. 2942.

SHRI PRAVEEN KHANDELWAL

Will the Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs be pleased to state:

- (a) the  steps  taken  /  being  taken  by  the  Government  to  address  the grievances of DDA markets / commercial centres;
- (b) whether  the  Government  has  a  plan  to  initiate  the  online  Freehold scheme with simplified processes and 25 per cent conversion charges by relaxing norms for additions / alterations and if so, the details thereof;
- (c) whether the Government has taken any steps on the issues like pending pilot projects, Master Plan, BBL and Stamp Duty; and;
- (d) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOUSING AND URBAN AFFAIRS (SHRI TOKHAN SAHU)

- (a) to (d) The  Delhi  Development  Authority  (DDA)  has  informed  that various steps have been taken by DDA to address the grievances of DDA Markets/Commercial Centres as under:
- (i) For Freehold conversion, DDA  has a specially dedicated portal -Interactive Disposal of Land Information (IDLI) for online submission and processing of applications.
- (ii) Deed  of  Apartment  policy  has  been  implemented  in  DDA  under  which presently the applications for freehold conversion are being processed in off-line mode.
- (iii) In order to streamline the process of freehold conversion of Space Units in  Multi-Storeyed  Buildings  under  the  Delhi  Apartment  Ownership  Act 1986, the following steps have been taken:
- In place of number of separate documents (viz. affidavit, indemnity bonds, undertakings etc.), now only one Affidavit and one Indemnity bond as per the specimen prescribed is required to be submitted by the Applicant.

- Allotment  letter  /  Agreement  /  Demand  letter  accompanied  by  proof  of purchase  with  consideration  and  receipts  of  payments  are  now  being accepted  in  lieu  of  Builder  Buyer  Agreement  (BBA)  as  alternative document.
- Cases of subdivision or amalgamation of units/ space are being allowed for  conversion wherever such sub-division/ amalgamation has been duly approved by the competent authority.
- Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for amalgamation of shops in DDA market have been issued on public representation.
- (iv) The Development Control Norms are applicable on Commercial Centres as have been stipulated in Chapter 5 Trade and Commerce of Master Plan for Delhi - 2021.

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