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Lok Sabha Question No. 5548 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: India-US Deportation Issues
Ministry: EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Asked by: Smt. Rachna Banerjee

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO- 5548

ANSWERED ON- 04/04/2025

INDIA-US DEPORTATION ISSUES

## 5548. SMT. RACHNA BANERJEE

Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state :-

(a) the steps taken by the Government to support its citizens who are likely to be at risk of deportation or other legal consequences due to their undocumented status in light of the evolving immigration policies in the US;

(b) whether the Government is likely to seek any form of bilateral cooperation with the US to address the status of Indian migrants in the US including potential work visas or amnesty options;

(c) if so, the details thereof; and

(d) the manner in which the Government foresee this policy affecting the remittance flow from Indian migrants in the US and the families who depend on it?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SHRI KIRTI VARDHAN SINGH)

(a) to (d) The Government accords the highest priority to the safety, security and well-being of Indian nationals abroad.

The Government of India continues to work in close coordination with the U.S. Government on all instances of deportation of individuals who were found to have illegally entered the U.S., or have overstayed their visa   validity,   or   have   been   found   living   in   the   U.S.   without   any documentation or have criminal convictions against them. The list of persons identified for deportation by the US side is closely scrutinized and verified by the concerned agencies of the Government of India. Only those persons who have been verified to be Indian nationals are accepted to be deported to India.

Government   of   India   remains   engaged   with   the   U.S.   to   promote mutually advantageous and secure mobility frameworks that allow for streamlining avenues for legal mobility of students and professionals, and   facilitating   short-term   tourist   and   business   travel,   while addressing illegal immigration and human trafficking by taking strong

action   against   the   bad   actors,   criminal   facilitators,   and   illegal immigration networks. Since January 2025 till date, a total of 682 Indian nationals have been deported to India from the U.S. The vast majority of these deportees had attempted to enter the U.S. illegally, but were apprehended at the U.S.   border   itself   and   thereafter   deported   to   India   after   due verification. As such, these deportations may not have any impact on the overall remittance flows to India.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 5543 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: Diplomatic  Stand off between India and Canada
Ministry: EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Asked by: Mr Pathan Yusuf

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO-5543

ANSWERED ON- 04/04/2025

DIPLOMATIC STAND OFF BETWEEN INDIA AND CANADA

5543. MR. PATHAN YUSUF

Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state :-

(a) whether any action has been taken by the Government to address the issue   of   the   recent   diplomatic   standoff   between   India   and   Canada including allegations of foreign interference and subsequent diplomatic expulsions; and

(b)   if   so,   the   details   thereof   along   with   the   steps   taken   to   restore normalcy in bilateral relations?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SHRI KIRTI VARDHAN SINGH)

(a) & (b) The downturn in India-Canada relations is a result of the license given to secessionist and extremist elements in Canada.

The Government of India has repeatedly urged the Canadian Government to   take   prompt   and   effective   action   against   all   anti-India   elements operating   from   its   soil.   This   includes   preventing   secessionist   and extremist   elements   from   glorifying   the   assassination   of   our   leaders; issuing   threats   to   our   current   political   leadership   and   diplomats; disrespecting and vandalizing places of worship; and espousing for the balkanization of India by holding so-called "referendums'. We continue to engage   with   the   Government   of   Canada   to   address   our   concerns regarding the activities of anti-India elements in Canada.

As far as the issue of foreign interference is concerned, it is a fact that Canada has been consistently interfering in India's internal affairs. This has also created an environment for illegal migration and organized criminal activities. We reject any insinuations made by the Canadian Government on India.

Our hope is that we can rebuild ties, based on mutual respect and sensitivity.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 5537 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: Disparity in Recognition of PG Qualification
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Harendra Singh Malik

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

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION No. 5537 TO BE ANSWERED ON 4 TH APRIL, 2025

## DISPARITYIN RECOGNITION OF PG QUALIFICATION

## †5537. SHRI HARENDRA SINGH MALIK:

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

(a) the reasons for the disparity in the recognition of postgraduate qualifications of CPS Mumbai whereas some States allow practice and others do not;

- (b) the measures being taken by the Government to bring uniformity and ensure that these qualifications are recognised across all the States and Union Territories;

(c) the reasons for not recognising and giving priority to the students who have cleared the examination and bringing them into the mainstream despite the fact that CPS is a centuriesold pre-independence era institution;

(d) whether the Government proposes to ensure their recognition and give them opportunities to advance their education; and

(e) if so, the details thereof?

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

(a) to (e): National Medical Commission is a statutory body constituted under National Medical Commission (NMC) Act, 2019. Section 35 of the NMC Act, 2019 mentions about the recognition of medical qualifications granted by Universities or medical institutions in India. Furthermore, any University or medical institution in India which grants an undergraduate or postgraduate or super-speciality medical qualification not included in the list maintained by the NMC, may apply to NMC before starting a course leading to a recognized medical qualification. Some states recognized qualifications of CPS based on the statutory provisions of the concerned state legislation.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 5536 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: Gram Nyayalayas in Andhra Pradesh
Ministry: LAW AND JUSTICE
Asked by: Shri G Lakshminarayana

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 5536 TO BE ANSWERED ON FRIDAY, THE 4 th APRIL, 2025

## GRAMNYAYALAYAS IN ANDHRA PRADESH

## 5536. Shri G Lakshminarayana:

Will the Minister of LAW AND JUSTICE be pleased to state:

- (a) the number of Gram Nyayalayas established and operational State-wise and districtwise in Andhra Pradesh;
- (b) the amount of funds allocated and utilized for setting up and functioning of Gram Nyayalayas State-wise and district-wise in Andhra Pradesh during the last five years;
- (c) whether the Government has identified any challenges in the implementation of Gram Nyayalayas in Andhra Pradesh, including issues related to infrastructure, Judicial vacancies, or low case disposal rates, if so, the details thereof;
- (d) the measures taken by the Government to improve the functioning of Gram Nyayalayas, particularly in backward and tribal regions in said State; and
- (e) whether there is any proposal to establish additional Gram Nyayalayas in Andhra Pradesh, and if so, the details thereof, district-wise?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE; AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS

## ( SHRI ARJUN RAM MEGHWAL )

(a) to (e): Section 3 (1) of the Gram Nyayalayas Act, 2008 mandates that the State Governments, after consultation with their respective High Courts, may, by notification, establish one or more Gram Nyayalayas for every Panchayat at intermediate level or a group of contiguous Panchayats at intermediate level in a district or where there is no Panchayat at intermediate level in any State, for a group of contiguous Gram Panchayats. However, the Act does not make setting up of Gram Nyayalayas mandatory.

As per information provided by the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, no Gram Nyayalayas have been operationalized in the State of Andhra Pradesh, as of now. The Government of India had initially allocated a sum of Rs. 4.37 cr during financial year 2020-21 to the 42 notified Gram Nyayalayas in the State of Andhra Pradesh. However, the State Government has not utilized the said fund as the Gram Nyayalayas have not been operationalized till date. Since no Gram Nyayalayas have been operationalized in the State, the issue of challenges, if any and improving their functioning does not arise.
Lok Sabha Question No. 5530 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: Linking of Aadhaar with EPIC
Ministry: LAW AND JUSTICE
Asked by: Dr. M P Abdussamad Samadani

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE LEGISLATIVE DEPARTMENT

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 5530

## TO BE ANSWERED ON FRIDAY, THE 4 th APRIL, 2025

## Linking of Aadhaar with EPIC

5530. Dr. M P Abdussamad Samadani:

Will the Minister of LAW AND JUSTICE be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government has initiated the process of linking Aadhaar with the Electoral Photo Identity Card (EPIC) to prevent electoral fraud and ensure accuracy in voter records;
- (b) if so, the details of the progress made in this regard, including the number of voters who have linked their Aadhaar with EPIC so far;
- (c) whether any concerns regarding privacy, data security, or voter exclusion have been raised in connection with this linking process; and
- (d) if so, the steps taken by the Government to address these concerns while ensuring fair and transparent elections?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) OF THE MINISTRY OF LAW AND JUSTICE; AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS

## (SHRI ARJUN RAM MEGHWAL)

(a) and (b): The Election Commission of India has informed that the Representation of the People Act, 1950 as amended by the Election Laws (Amendment) Act, 2021, allows Electoral Registration Officers to require the existing or prospective elector to provide the Aadhaar number for the purpose of establishing identity on a voluntary basis. The Election Commission vide its instruction dated 4 th July, 2022, has launched the programme to collect the Aadhaar number of existing and prospective electors on a voluntary basis from 1 st August, 2022 in all States and Union territories and no Election Photo Identity Card has yet been linked with Aadhaar.

(c) and (d): The Election Commission has informed that it is voluntary to submit Aadhaar number with Voter ID and consent is obtained from the electors for Aadhaar in Form 6B. Under article 324 of the Constitution, the Election Commission is responsible for superintendence, direction and control of preparation of electoral roll and maintains data with multi-layered security architecture. The electoral data is encrypted in both static and transit.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 5529 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: 10 RAJ Battalion
Ministry: DEFENCE
Asked by: Shri Rajkumar Roat

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF DEFENCE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENCE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 5529

TO BE ANSWERED ON 04 th  April, 2025

## 10 RAJ BATTALION

## 5529. SHRI RAJKUMAR ROAT:

Will the Minister of DEFENCE be pleased to state:

(a) whether it is a fact that 10 RAJ battalion is operating in Udaipur at present and if so, the details thereof; (b)  whether  the  Government  proposes  to  set  up  a  wing  of  the  said  10  RAJ  battalion  in Dungarpur-Banswara district; (c) if so, the details thereof along with the date by which it is likely to be set up and if not, the reasons therefor; (d)  the schools of  Dungarpur and Banswara districts where NCC branches are operating at present; (e) whether the Government proposes to open NCC branches at every block in DungarpurBanswara district; and (f) if so, the details thereof along with the time by which it is likely to be opened and if not, the

- reasons therefor?

## A  N  S  W  E  R

MINISTER OF STATE

IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

(a)  to  (f):    10  Rajasthan  Battalion  NCC  is  presently  in  Udaipur.  NCC  is  operational  in  3 educational institutes in Dungarpur district and 7 educational institutes in Banswara district.

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(SHRI SANJAY SETH)
Lok Sabha Question No. 5527 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: AIIMS Jodhpur
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Hanuman Beniwal

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRY OFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO- 5527 TO BE ANSWERED ON 04/04/2025

## AIIMS JODHPUR

## † 5527. SHRI HANUMAN BENIWAL

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

(a) whether the Government is aware of the fact that in the past AIIMS Jodhpur had leased out servers/software to AIIMS Gorakhpur in the absence of any provision in the General Financial Rules (GFR) and without any legal basis, if so, the details thereof;

- (b) whether the Government had conducted any investigation in this regard;
- (c) if so, the details of the investigation report and the action taken by the Government against officials involved in such work by violating the rules;
- (d) whether the Information Technology (IT) services being provided by a private company to AIIMS Gorakhpur and Jodhpur is violating the rules approved by the AIIMS Jodhpur and Gorakhpur;
- (e) whether the officials of AIIMS Jodhpur and Gorakhpur are involving in corruption in connivance with the said company and if so, the details thereof; and

(f) whether the Government proposes to get the matter investigated by a central agency in view of the various works related to given to a private IT company and if so, the details thereof along with the time by which the investigation completed?

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

(a) to (f): AIIMS Jodhpur, as the Mentor Institute for AIIMS Gorakhpur, has issued the work order in August 2019 to M/s Algorithm Infoweb Pvt. Ltd. for provision of software to run the

Out-Patient Department (OPD), faculty, student and examination services modules for AIIMS Gorakhpur on monthly payment basis. Since August 2020, Centre for Development of Advance Computing (C-DAC) is providing Hospital Management Information System (HMIS) services in AIIMS Gorakhpur. APreliminary Inquiry Committee was orderedto ascertain the facts of the matter including violation of Rules, as the case may be. The report has been submitted.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 5525 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: Resurgence of Jihadi Group in Bangladesh
Ministry: EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri Subbarayan K, Com. Selvaraj V

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO - 5525

ANSWERED ON - 04/04/2025

RESURGENCE OF JIHADI GROUP IN BANGLADESH

5525. SHRI SUBBARAYAN K

COM. SELVARAJ V

Will the Minister of EXTERNAL AFFAIRS be pleased to state:-

(a) whether it is a fact that the resurgence of jihadi groups in Bangladesh especially   in   areas   bordering   India's   North-Eastern   States   and   the increasing  influence   of   the   Arakan   Army   at   Myanmar's   border   regions presents a significant security threat to the country; and

(b) if  so, the details thereof  along with the precautionary actions being taken by the Government to safeguard the Indian border from this security threat?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS (SHRI KIRTI VARDHAN SINGH)

(a & b) The Government of India is closely monitoring developments that have a bearing on security in the North-Eastern states bordering Bangladesh   and   Myanmar.   The   Government   is   taking   all necessary measures to safeguard India's national interests and the safety and security of our people. *****
Lok Sabha Question No. 5523 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: Polycystic Ovarian Disease
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Saptagiri Sankar Ulaka

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRY OFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION 5523 TO BE ANSWERED ON 4.4.2025

## POLYCYSTIC OVARIAN DISEASE

## 5523. SHRI SAPTAGIRI SANKAR ULAKA:

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

- (a) the total number of women affected by Polycystic Ovarian Disease (PCOD) in the country along with a detailed age-wise division of the affected population;
- (b) the steps taken/proposed to be taken by the Government to increase awareness, early diagnosis and management of PCOD across different regions of the country;
- (c) whether there are any ongoing research initiatives or government collaborations to develop a vaccine or preventive drug for PCOD and if so, the details thereof; and
- (d) the availability of affordable treatment options for PCOD in public healthcare facilities and the programmes, if any aimed at improving access to such treatments for women in rural and underserved areas?

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

(a) As per information received from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), a cross sectional study conducted by ICMR to estimate the nationwide prevalence of PCOS in India, examined its phenotypic spectrum, and assessed the magnitude of associated comorbidities in the recruited 9824 women aged 18 to 40 years from November 1, 2018, to July 31, 2022, across the country. The mean age of screen-positive women for PCOS was 28.1 years. The prevalence of PCOS was 7.2 % (95%CI, 4.8%-10.8%) by NIH 1990 criteria, 19.6 % ( 95%CI, 12.7%-29.2%) by Rotterdam 2003 criteria, and 13.6 %(95%CI, 8.4%-21.6%) by AE-PCOS criteria.

(b) and (d) The Department of Science and Technology has launched a dedicated module on Yoga in PCOS developed by ICMR-NIRRCH in collaboration with Kaivalyadham Institute of Yoga.

ICMR- NIRRCH in collaboration with Medical Research Centre of the Kasturba Health Society (KHS-MRC), has developed recommendations for the multidisciplinary management of PCOS for healthcare providers across all levels of the Indian health system.

The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare implements the Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK) to reach the adolescents, focussing on six thematic areas viz, sexual and reproductive health, nutrition, non-communicable diseases, substance abuse, injuries and violence (including gender-based violence), and mental health. Adolescent Friendly Health Clinics established under RKSK support the adolescents by providing counselling and referral services on major adolescent health issues including reproductive health and promotion of healthy lifestyle.

(c) As per the information available in ICMR, there is no ongoing research initiatives or government collaborations to develop a vaccine for PCOD. The cause of PCOS being multifactorial, preventive emphasis is on healthy lifestyle management with diet and exercise.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 5522 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: Nationwide Data on Menstrual Health related Issues
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Dr. Shashi Tharoor

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

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION 5522 TO BE ANSWERED ON 04.04.2025

## NATIONWIDE DATAON MENSTRUALHEALTH RELATED ISSUES

## 5522. DR. SHASHI THAROOR:

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

- (a) whether the Government records nationwide data on menstrual health-related phenomena like PCOD, PCOS and health problems faced during menstruation like body aches, weakness, abdominal cramps, etc., if so, the details thereof;
- (b) whether the Government is considering to conduct study for different menstrual healthrelated phenomena and their indicators that affect the day-to-day life of women, if so, the details thereof; and
- (c) whether the Government record such menstrual health-related phenomena in the National Family and Health Survey (NFHS) to foster policy-making around menstruation-related health problems, if so, the details thereof?

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

(a) to (c) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare implements the 'Scheme for Promotion of Menstrual Hygiene' under Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK). The scheme implementation promotes increased awareness among adolescent girls on menstrual hygiene, increased access to sanitary napkins by adolescent girls and promotion of safe disposal of sanitary napkins in an environmentally friendly manner. The National Health Mission supports the same through the Annual State Programme Implementation Plans (PIP) route, based on the proposals received from the States/UTs.

Information Education and Communication material developed by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare creates awareness on healthy practices during menstruation.

National Family Health Survey (NFHS) 5 (2019-21) shows an improvement in access to safe menstrual hygiene products for women aged 15-24 years to 77.3% as compared to 57.6% in NFHS 4 (2015-16).

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Lok Sabha Question No. 5521 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-04-04
Subject: Medicinal Effects of Cow Urine
Ministry: AYUSH
Asked by: Shri S Venkatesan

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF AYUSH

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 5521

## TO BE ANSWERED ON 04 th  APRIL, 2025

## 'Medicinal Effects of Cow Urine'

## 5521. Shri S Venkatesan:

Will the Minister of AYUSH  be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government has issued any advisories to prominent persons in top positions at Government/State  Institutions  not  to  make  unscientific  statements  with  regard  to  medicinal effects benefits of cow urine intake which may have negative influence on the health of ordinary people,
- (b) if so, the details thereof,
- (c)  whether  the  Government  has  issued  any  statement  to  the  public  not  to  fall  prey  to  such unscientific ideas which may interfere with the health of the people; and
- (d) if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE (IC) OF THE MINISTRY OF AYUSH

## (SHRI PRATAPRAO JADHAV)

- (a) and (b) No sir, Ministry of Ayush  has not issued any advisories on cow urine.
- (c) and (d) Yes sir, Ministry of Ayush has issued a public notice on 08.10.2024, informing the general public about the facts regarding Ayurvedic, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy (ASU&H) drugs/medicines  and  urging  them  to  avoid  patronizing  misleading  advertisements,  which  was published  in  100  leading  newspapers  across  India  in  Hindi,  English,  and  several  regional languages.

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