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Lok Sabha Question No. 3468 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-03-21
Subject: Posting of Indian Diplomats
Ministry: EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri Pradyut Bordoloi

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO- 3468

## ANSWERED ON- 21/03/2025

## POSTING OF INDIAN DIPLOMATS

## 3468 SHRI PRADYUT BORDOLOI

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

- (a) The details regarding the number of foreign service officers that India has;
- (b) The details regarding the number of  vacancies/shortage in staff   that   exist   in   various   Indian   Missions   across   the   world currently;
- (c) The details regarding the number of Indian diplomats posted to key multilateral organizations including but not limited to the World Trade Organization, United Nations, ASEAN and the EU;
- (d) Whether any of India's embassies or consulates are headed by IFS (B) officers; and
- (e) If   so,   the   details   thereof   including   the   strength   of   the   said officers?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF STATE IN MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS

## (SHRI KIRTI VARDHAN SINGH)

(a) The sanctioned strength of Indian Foreign Service officers is 1177.

(b) Currently there are 6277 officers/officials including local staff serving in 218 Missions/Posts abroad. The requirement of manpower changes   depending   upon   varying   workload   from   time   to   time. Ministry of External Affairs regularly reviews the requirement of manpower at various levels in Missions and Posts abroad as well as at the Headquarters, and takes appropriate action.

(c) As on date, there are 49 IFS officers posted to Indian missions handling key multilateral organizations.

(d  &  e)  Yes. Currently, two Consulates General of India are being headed by two officers of IFS(B).

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3467 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-03-21
Subject: NITI Aayog’s Panel on Transforming AIIMS
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Bhartruhari Mahtab, Shri Bidyut Baran Mahato, Ms. Bansuri Swaraj, Dr. Hemant Vishnu Savara, Shri P P Chaudhary, Shri Arun Govil, Shri Dineshbhai Makwana, Shri Janardan Mishra, Shri Anurag Sharma, Shri Manoj Tiwari

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

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.3467

## TO BE ANSWERED ON 21 ST MARCH, 2025

## NITI AAYOG'S PANELON TRANSFORMING AIIMS

## 3467. SHRI P P CHAUDHARY:

SHRI BIDYUT BARAN MAHATO:

SHRI ARUN GOVIL:

SHRI MANOJ TIWARI:

SHRI DINESHBHAI MAKWANA:

MS. BANSURI SWARAJ:

SHRI JANARDAN MISHRA:

DR. HEMANT VISHNU SAVARA:

SHRI ANURAG SHARMA:

SHRI BHATRUHARI MAHTAB:

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

- (a) the specific timeline set for the committee on NITI Aayog's Panel on Transforming AIIMS to submit its final recommendations;
- (b) whether any public grievance redressal system is likely to be introduced to address concerns arising from proposed transformations at AIIMS, if so, the details thereof;
- (c) the specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that have been identified to evaluate AIIMS' clinical, academy and research performance; and
- (d) whether the Government has any plans to set up new AIIMS-like institutions based on the transformed AIIMS, New Delhi model particularly in undeserved regions like Bundelkhand, including Jhansi to enhance healthcare accessibility and if so, the details thereof?

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

(a) to (c): To create a roadmap to transform AIIMS, New Delhi into a premier institution for Medical Research and Practice, a Committee led by Dr. V K Paul, Member of NITI Aayog, has been formed. This Committee's mandate involves thoroughly examining the existing systems and processes at AIIMS and proposing significant reforms. The Terms of Reference of the Committee include identifying ways to streamline patient inflow, developing Key

Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure optimal clinical, academic and research outcomes, enhancing governance and transparency and recommending strategies for financial prudence, sustainability and self-sufficiency in managing AIIMS, New Delhi.

(d): Under Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY), till date, 22 All India Institutes of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) has been approved in various States/UTs. In the current phase of PMSSY, there is no proposal for setting of new AIIMS in Jhansi.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3456 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-03-21
Subject: AI Action Summit
Ministry: EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
Asked by: Mr Pathan Yusuf

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO- 3456 ANSWERED ON- 21/03/2025 AI ACTION SUMMIT

3456. MR PATHAN YUSUF

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

(a) whether it is a fact that Prime Minister of  India has recently visited France for AI Action Summit;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c)   the   details   of   the   key   principles   outlined   in   'Statement   on Inclusive and Sustainable Artificial Intelligence' for people and the Planet; and

(d) the manner in which India and France plan to address the digital divide and ensure accessibility in artificial intelligence development, as discussed during the summit?

## ANSWER

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

(a) Yes.

(b) to (c) The AI Action Summit, held in Paris on February 10-11, 2025, witnessed participation from 30 Heads of State/Government, 57 Ministers, 12 Heads of International Organizations, and 41 CEOs and business leaders from the field. A statement titled "Inclusive and Sustainable Artificial Intelligence for People and the Planet" was adopted, the key principles of which include: Public Interest and Accessibility to reduce digital divides and ensuring that AI systems are ethical, inclusive, and trustworthy; Diversity and Human-Centric Approach; and Innovation and Sustainability. The discussions also focused on ethical and inclusive global AI governance to ensure safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible AI development. The Public Interest AI Platform and Incubator was launched during the Summit to bridge gaps between public and private efforts, reduce fragmentation, and promote accessibility.  It focuses on supporting digital public goods, capacity building, data sharing, transparency, and collaborative model development.

(d)   India   and   France   have   outlined   a   collaborative   approach   to addressing   the   digital   divide   and   ensuring   accessibility   in   AI development including open source AI frameworks to enhance trust and transparency   in   AI   systems   while   advocating   for   a   human-

centric approach. India and France separately adopted the Bilateral Declaration on Artificial Intelligence which underscores the shared commitment   of   both   nations   to   develop   safe,   secure,   and trustworthy AI systems that align with democratic values and the common good. The declaration highlights efforts to bridge the digital divide   by   promoting   capacity-building,   fostering   international cooperation, and preventing AI-driven inequalities or misinformation. *****
Lok Sabha Question No. 3454 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-03-21
Subject: Shortage of Shipping Containers
Ministry: PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS
Asked by: Dr. Kalanidhi Veeraswamy

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

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION No. 3454

ANSWERED ON 21/03/2025

## SHORTAGE OF SHIPPING CONTAINERS

3454.  DR. KALANIDHI VEERASWAMY :

## Will the Minister of PORTS, SHIPPING AND WATERWAYS be pleased to state: पȅन , पोत पįरवहन और जलमागŊ मंũी

- (a) the specific measures being implemented to address the rising freight costs and shipping delays that exporters are currently facing across the  country including Tamil Nadu;
- (b) the  steps  taken/proposed  to  be  taken  by  the  Government  to  alleviate  the shortage  and  non-availability  of  shipping  containers,  which  has  significantly  impacted trade;
- (c) the  manner  in  which  the  Government  is  addressing  congestion  at  major  ports and  the  plans/mechanism  put  in  place  to  improve  port  infrastructure  and  logistics  to facilitate smoother operations;
- (d) whether  any  support  is  being  offered  to  exporters  who  are  struggling  with increased costs and delays, if so, the details thereof;
- (e) the  manner  in  which  the  Government  ensures  that  these  challenges  do  not adversely affect their competitiveness in global markets;
- (f) whether there is a coordinated effort between various ministries and agencies to tackle these shipping and logistics issues, if so, the details thereof; and
- (g) the manner in which the effectiveness of these efforts are being monitored?

## ANSWER

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

(a) to (g) The freight costs for Cargo operations through the non-major ports under the  Tamil  Nadu  Maritime  Board  (TNMB)  are  very  competitive  to  market  standards. Further, the non-major ports under the TNMB do not face significant challenges related to shipping container shortages or unavailability.

Various steps have been taken at major ports to streamline logistics such as the construction of new berths, terminals and parking plazas, Mechanization/ Modernization/ Optimization of existing berths and terminals, streamlining of processes through digitalization, expansion of hinterland connectivity through rail and road, etc.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3452 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-03-21
Subject: TB Elimination Campaign in Jails
Ministry: HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE
Asked by: Shri Eatala Rajender, Smt. D K Aruna, Shri Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy

## GOVERNMENTOFINDIA MINISTRYOF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE DEPARTMENTOFHEALTH ANDFAMILYWELFARE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3452 TO BE ANSWERED ON 21 ST MARCH, 2025

## TB ELIMINATION CAMPAIGN IN JAILS

3452: SMT. D K ARUNA:

SHRI EATALA RAJENDER:

SHRI CHAMALAKIRAN KUMAR REDDY:

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

- (a) whether his Ministry has asked all the States and the Union Territories (UTs) to organise a 100day intensified campaign on tuberculosis (TB) elimination in prisons and correctional institutions as part of the Union Government's commitment for eliminating the disease from India and if so, the details thereof;
- (b) whether his Ministry has asked the States and UTs to organise screening camps (Nikshay Shivir) in all prisons, covering all prison inmates in consultation with the State health department, State TB officers and district TB officers and if so, the details thereof; and
- (c) whether his Ministry agree that inadequate screening and lack of awareness are among the key challenges in controlling TB inside prisons and if so, the details thereof alongwith the changes made/implemented so far in Madhya Pradesh and Telangana with the details of funds sanction/utilized thereon?

## ANSWER

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

(a) to (c) The Government in consultation with the State Governments has launched a 100Day TB Elimination Campaign in identified 347 priority districts across 33 State/UTs, to find missing TB cases, reduce TB deaths and prevent new cases. The campaign focuses on vulnerable population in the community which includes congregate settings like prisons. The campaign was implemented in 9 districts of Telangana and 23 districts of Madhya Pradesh.

Further, special awareness activities were taken up by the State Governments and through Jan Bhagidari to improve health seeking behaviour of vulnerable population. The details of prison inmates screened for TB, as well as funds utilized for the campaign in Telangana and Madhya Pradesh, as informed by the respective States are as under:

|                                                            | Telangana   | Madhya Pradesh   |
|------------------------------------------------------------|-------------|------------------|
| No. of prison inmates screened (in numbers)                | 7,341       | 21,259           |
| Funds Utilized for campaign related activities (in Rs. Cr) | 4.53        | 2.31             |
Lok Sabha Question No. 297 (STARRED), answered on 2025-03-20
Subject: Role of Arghyam in Integrating Technology-based Solutions into Water Governance
Ministry: JAL SHAKTI
Asked by: Ms. Bansuri Swaraj, Shri Miteshbhai Rameshbhai Patel

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF JAL SHAKTI DEPARTMENT OF DRINKING WATER AND SANITATION

## LOK SABHA

## STARRED QUESTION NO. 297 ANSWERED ON 20/03/2025

## ROLE OF ARGHYAM IN INTEGRATING TECHNOLOGY-BASED SOLUTIONS INTO WATER GOVERNANCE

## *297.   MS. BANSURI SWARAJ: SHRI MITESH PATEL BAKABHAI:

Will the Minister of JAL SHAKTI be pleased to state:

- (a) the role of Arghyam in integrating technology-driven solutions into water governance and the manner in which this would impact decision-making in the Water, Sanitation and Hygiene sector;

- (b) the manner in which the development of Digital Public Infrastructure under this partnership would enhance the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission and Swachh Bharat Mission;

- (c) the key technological components of the proposed digital ecosystem and the manner in which they would contribute to sustainable water management and sanitation services; and

- (d) the manner in which State institutions are proposed to be strengthened under this initiative to ensure efficient operation and maintenance of water assets?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF JAL SHAKTI (SHRI C. R. PATIL)

- (a) to (d) A statement is laid on the Table of the House.

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## Statement referred to in reply to parts (a) to (d) of  Lok Sabha Starred question no. 297 answered on 20.03.2025 on 'role of arghyam in integrating technology-based solutions into water governance' raised by Ms. Bansuri Swaraj & Shri Mitesh Patel Bakabhai

(a) & (b) Arghyam, a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), has joined Rural WASH (Water and Sanitation, Hygiene) Partners Forum (RWPF) as a lead partner in the thematic area of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to lead / support the efforts in creation of DPI to enable the States for efficient, sustainable operations of assets created under the Jal Jeevan  Mission  (JJM).  DPI  is  the  concept  being  developed  for  implementation  by  the  State Governments. Thereafter, Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee National Institute of Water and Sanitation (SPM NIWAS) has entered into a Non-Financial Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Arghyam. This partnership is meant to evolve the guidelines and strategy for adoption of DPI for drinking water sector. The initiative focuses on the development of open Application Programming Interfaces  (APIs)  and  interoperable  solutions,  which  will  enable  data-driven  decision-making across the sector.

(c) The Key technological component of DPI mainly includes open APIs, Internet of Things (IoT), AI, and cloud computing.

(d) The DPI provides open APIs and foundational digital tools that States  can  leverage  to monitor, manage, and maintain water supply systems more effectively. By building these digital tools,  States  may  develop  context-specific  solutions  and  ensure  that  the  systems  are  both interoperable and sustainable.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 293 (STARRED), answered on 2025-03-20
Subject: Modification in Central Share for States under JJM
Ministry: JAL SHAKTI
Asked by: Shri Rao Rajendra Singh

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF JAL SHAKTI DEPARTMENT OF DRINKING WATER & SANITATION

## LOK SABHA

## STARRED QUESTION NO. 293 ANSWERED ON 20/03/2025

## MODIFICATION IN CENTRAL SHARE FOR STATES UNDER JJM

*293. SHRI RAO RAJENDRA SINGH:

Will the Minister of JAL SHAKTI be pleased to state:

(a) whether the Government intends to provide Central Assistance to the States in the ratio of 90:10 instead of 50:50 ratio, especially for the desert areas by revisiting the current guidelines under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM);

- (b) if so, the details thereof along with the time by which it is likely to be done; and

(c) if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF JAL SHAKTI (SHRI C R PATIL)

(a) to (c) A statement is laid on the table of the House.

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## Statement referred to in reply of Lok Sabha Starred Question No. 293 answered on 20.03.2025

(a) to (c) Since August 2019, Government of India, in partnership with States, is implementing Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) to make provision of potable water to every rural household through tap water connection.

Under JJM, at present, the fund sharing pattern between Centre and States/ UTs (Central share: State share) is 100:0 for Union Territories without legislature, 90:10 for North-Eastern & Himalayan States and UTs with legislature, and 50:50 for rest of the States. Further, under Support and Water Quality Monitoring System (WQMS) activities, the funding pattern is 100:0 for Union Territories, 90:10 for Himalayan, North-Eastern States & UTs with legislature and 60:40 for other States.

Moreover, 30% weightage is also assigned for difficult terrains which inter alia include areas under Desert  Development  Programme  (DDP)  and  Drought  Prone  Area  Programme  (DPAP)  and  10% weightage is assigned for population residing in SC/ ST dominated areas, while allocating the funds under JJM, to prioritize the coverage in these areas.

In addition, provisions for taking up augmentation and strengthening of local drinking water sources in convergence with other schemes at village level viz. MGNREGS, 15th Finance Commission tied grants to Rural Local Bodies (RLBs), Integrated Watershed Management Programme (IWMP), State schemes, District Mineral Development Fund, CSR funds, community contribution, etc. have also been envisaged under the JJM.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 290 (STARRED), answered on 2025-03-20
Subject: Operation of Unmanned Aircraft System
Ministry: CIVIL AVIATION
Asked by: Shri Sachithanantham R

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CIVIL AVIATION

## Lok Sabha

STARRED QUESTION NO. : 290

( TO BE ANSWERED ON THE  20th March 2025 )

## OPERATION OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM

290.    SHRI SACHITHANANTHAM R Will the Minister of CIVIL AVIATION

be pleased to state:-

- (a) the different kinds of aircraft systems that are currently allowed legally  in  the  country  along  with  the  purposes  for  which  their operations are permitted;

(b) whether the Government has framed any rules for the operation

- of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS); and
- (c) if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

Minister of CIVIL AVIATION      (Shri Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu)

(a) to (c) A statement is laid on the Table of the House.

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STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (A) TO (C) IN RESPECT OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 290 FOR REPLY ON 20.03.2025 REGARDING  OPERATION OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM ASKED BY SHRI SACHITHANANTHAM  R;  ;  (a)  to  (c)  Aircraft  systems  are classified as lighter than air aircraft like airships and hot air balloons and heavier than air aircraft such as aeroplane, rotorcraft, glider etc. These aircraft system are piloted  by  flight  crew  onboard  the  aircraft.    An  aircraft which is  intended  to  be  operated  with  no  pilot  on  board shall be further classified as unmanned.   Aircraft system that  are  piloted  by  flight  crew  onboard  the  aircraft  and unmanned  aircraft  with  all  up  weight  above  500kg  are regulated as per Aircraft Rules, 1937.   Unmanned Aircraft weighing  below  500  kg  are  regulated  as  per  the  Drone Rules,  2021.    Presently,  the  operation  of  the  Unmanned Aircraft  System  has  been  restricted  to  Visual  Light  of Sight (VLOS) Conditions only and the responsibility of safe operation is entrusted to the trained and certified Remote Pilots by Remote Pilot Training Organisations (RPTOs).  As per the Drone Rules, 2021, each drone type has to be type certified as per the certification scheme for UAS issued on 26th January, 2022 unless exempted (Nano UAS weighing less  than  250g  and  model  remotely  aircraft  and  R&D purpose).  Further,  the  type  certificate  is  issued  to  the drones  for  specific  applications/use  cases.    As  of  now, drones  are  type  certified  for  various  applications  like precision agriculture, survey, mapping, surveillance, photography, logistics etc.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 288 (STARRED), answered on 2025-03-20
Subject: Upgradation of NH-719
Ministry: ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS
Asked by: Smt. Sandhya Ray

## MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 288 ANSWERED ON 20 TH  MARCH, 2025

UPGRADATION OF NH-719

†*288. SMT. SANDHYA RAY :

Will the Minister of ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

सड़क परिवहन औि िाजमार्ग मंत्री

be pleased to state:

- (a) whether  the  Government  proposes  to  expand  Bhind-EtawahGwalior National Highway (NH) No. 719 into a four/six-lane highway and if so, the details thereof;
- (b) whether there has been any delay in the expansion of the said National Highway despite the approval of its Detailed Project Report (DPR) and if so, the reasons therefor; and
- (c) the assistance provided by the Government to the families of the victims of accidents on the said National Highway?

## ANSWER

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

(a) to (c)         A Statement is laid on the Table of the House.

STATEMENT REFERRED TO IN REPLY TO PARTS (a) TO (c) OF LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 288 ANSWERED ON 20 TH  MARCH, 2025  ASKED  BY  SMT.  SANDHYA  RAY  REGARDING  'UPGRADATION OF NH-719'

(a) Government  has awarded Consultancy services work for preparation  of  Detailed  Project  Report  (DPR)  for  development  of Gwalior-Bhind- MP/UP border section of NH-719 to 4/6 lanes  in the state of Madhya Pradesh. (b)     No, Sir. At present, the Gwalior-Bhind- MP/UP border section of NH-719  is  under  Operation  and  Maintenance (O&M)  period  of existing BOT (Toll) Concession. Further consideration for development of this section of NH-719 to 4/6 lanes is contingent on feasibility  and  viability  based  on  the  outcome  of  DPR,  inter  se priority and synergy with PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. (c)     Government vide G.S.R. 163(E) dated the 25th February, 2022 has  notified  the  Compensation  to  Victims  of  Hit  and  Run  Motor Accidents Scheme to provide compensation in respect of the death of,  or  grievous  hurt  to,  persons  resulting  from  hit  and  run  motor accidents. The scheme is being implemented with effect from 1st of April, 2022. As per the scheme, a fixed sum of Rs. 2.00 lakh is to be provided  in  case  of  death,  and  a  fixed  sum  of  Rs.  50,000  is  to  be provided in case of grievous hurt.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 285 (STARRED), answered on 2025-03-20
Subject: Jal Jeevan Mission in Mahasamund
Ministry: JAL SHAKTI
Asked by: Smt. Roopkumari Choudhary

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF JAL SHAKTI DEPARTMENT OF DRINKING WATER AND SANITATION

## LOK SABHA STARRED QUESTION NO. 285

ANSWERED ON 20.03.2025

## JAL JEEVAN MISSION IN MAHASAMUND

†285. SMT. ROOPKUMARI CHOUDHARY:

Will the Minister of JAL SHAKTI be pleased to state:

(a) the number of household tap connections provided so far under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in Mahasamund, Dhamtari and Gariaband districts of  Mahasamund  Lok  Sabha Constituency; and

(b) the total number of approved projects along with the number of works completed and yet to be completed?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF JAL SHAKTI (SHRI C. R. PATIL)

(a) & (b) A statement is laid on the table of the House.

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Statement referred to in reply to parts (a) to (b) of Lok Sabha Starred question no. 285 answered  on  20.03.2025  on  'Jal  Jeevan  Mission  in  Mahasamund'  raised  by  Smt. Roopkumari choudhary

(a) As reported by State Government, 429503 household tap connections provided, so far, under the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) in Mahasamund, Dhamtari and Gariaband districts of Mahasamund Lok Sabha Constituency.

(b) Total 29160 number of approved projects along with the 7451 scheme works completed and 21709 scheme work under progress.

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