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Lok Sabha Question No. 1294 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-02-11
Subject: Milk Union
Ministry: FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING
Asked by: Shri Rajmohan Unnithan

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

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1294 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11 TH  FEBRUARY 2025

## MILK UNION

1294: SHRI RAJMOHAN UNNITHAN Will the Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying मत्स्यपालन , पशुपालन और डेयरी मंत्री

be pleased to State:

- (a) the details of the mechanisms in place to monitor transparency of milk unions in reporting farmers information; and
- (b) the  details  of  technical  support  systems  available  to  address  issues  with  the  seamless Sangh/  Union  formation,  as  well  as  an  online  registration  portal  to  minimize  server downtime?

## ANSWER

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

(a) &  (b)  The  details  of  farmers  information  are  maintained  by  the  respective  Dairy Cooperative  Societies  (DCSs)/  Milk  Unions/State  Federation  using  various  technology. Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying is implementing 'National Programme for Dairy Development (NPDD)' scheme in which provision has been made to provide financial assistance to Milk Unions for developing and strengthening of Information & Communication Technology Network to bring about more transparency in the entire operations including milk producer's information. Under NPDD  Scheme,  automatic milk collection units/Data Processor  based  Milk  Collection  Units  has  been  provided  for  fair  and  transparent  milk collection system, where the milk producer members get instant acknowledgement about the quantity, quality and payment receivable.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 1292 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-02-11
Subject: Science Fairs in Rural Areas
Ministry: RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Asked by: Shri Dileshwar Kamait

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1292 ANSWERED ON 11/02/2025

## SCIENCE FAIRS IN RURAL AREAS 1292. SHRI DILESHWAR KAMAIT:

Will the Minister of RURAL DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:

- (a) the details of measures taken to promote scientific temper and rational thinking in rural areas, where superstition and unscientific beliefs are more prevalent;
- (b) whether the Government  has  established  programmes  to conduct awareness workshops or science fairs in rural areas; and
- (c) if  so,  the  number  of  such  events  held  in  the  last  three  years and the impact of these initiatives on local communities?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT (SHRI KAMLESH PASWAN)

(a) to (c): The primary objective of the Ministry of Rural Development  is  to  ensure  socio-economic  development  of  rural areas  of  the  country.  Hence,  this  Ministry  has  not  taken  up  any specific  measures  to  promote  scientific  temper,  conduction  of awareness  workshops  or  science  fairs  in  rural  areas.  However, Ministry of Science and Technology is mandated to promote science &  technology  in  the  country  through  high-end  basic  research  and development of innovative technologies and providing technological interventions pertaining to societal challenges through development of appropriate skills and technologies. It also disseminates science and  technology  among  public,  particularly  children/students  and teachers  through  programs  like  Innovation  in  Science  Pursuit  for Inspired  Research  (INSPIRE)-  Million  Minds  Augmenting  National Aspirations and Knowledge (MANAK), VigyanJyoti, National Children's  Science  Congress,  National  Science  Day,  and  National Mathematics  Day  to  inculcate critical and lateral thinking in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM) areas.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 1291 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-02-11
Subject: National Steel Policy, 2017
Ministry: STEEL
Asked by: Shri Damodar Agrawal

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF STEEL

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1291 FOR ANSWER ON 11.02.2025

## NATIONAL STEEL POLICY, 2017

## 1291.  SHRI DAMODAR AGRAWAL:

Will the Minister of STEEL be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government proposes to grant approval to the revival plan of Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited;
- (b)  whether the  said revival plan  is linked  with  the  objectives of the National Steel Policy, 2017;
- (c)  whether  the  Government  is  taking  any  steps  to  modernize  and  increase  the operational capacity of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant; and
- (d) if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE          (SHRI BHUPATHIRAJU SRINIVASA VARMA) MINISTRY OF STEEL

- (a) Government of India has approved the infusion of ₹10,300.00 crore as equity capital  in  Rashtriya  Ispat  Nigam  Limited(RINL)  [including  ₹500.00  crore  already provided as emergency funds in September, 2024] and conversion of ₹1140.00 crore working  capital  loan  as  7%  Non-cumulative  Preference  Share  Capital  redeemable after 10 years, to keep RINL as a going concern.
- (b) RINL at its full installed capacity has potential to produce 7.3 million tons of liquid steel and 6.7 million tons of saleable steel per annum.  India achieved 144.2 million  tones  steel  production  in  2023-24.  The  revival  of  RINL  will  help  to  achieve objectives of National Steel Policy, 2017.
- (c)&(d): The approval of the Government is linked to increase in the capacity utilization of RINL from the current level of around 63% to 92.5% by the 3rd Quarter (October-December) of the Financial Year 2025-26.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 1290 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-02-11
Subject: Waiting List of Beneficiaries under PMAY-G
Ministry: RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Asked by: Shri Jaswantsinh Sumanbhai Bhabhor

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT

## DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1290 ANSWERED ON 11/02/2025

## WAITING LIST OF BENEFICIARIES UNDER PMAY-G

## 1290. SHRI JASWANTSINH SUMANBHAI BHABHOR:

Will the Minister of RURAL DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:

- (a) the  details  of  steps  taken  by  the  Government  with  regard  to the communication dated 14 August, 2024, under the guidelines  of  Pradhan  MantriAwaasYojana-Gramin  (PMAY-G) indicating  that  nearly  11,000  beneficiaries  under  the  said scheme  on  permanent  waiting  list  in  Dahod  Parliamentary Constituency would no longer be able to avail benefits; and
- (b) whether  houses  for  11,000  village  people  are  likely  to  be sanctioned by March, 2025, if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT (DR. CHANDRA SEKHAR PEMMASANI)

(a) to (b): The Ministry of Rural Development is implementing  the Pradhan MantriAwaasYojana-Gramin (PMAY-G) w.e.f. 1st April 2016 to provide assistance to eligible rural households for the construction of Pucca houses with basic amenities to achieve the objective of 'Housing for All' in rural areas. Under the PMAY-G, the initial target was construction of 2.95 crore houses during FY 201617 to 2023-24 and all houses have been sanctioned and 2.69 crore houses have been completed against this target as of 06.02.2025. The  Government  of  India  has  approved  the  implementation  of  the scheme  for  5 more  years  during FY  2024-25  to 2028-29 for saturating  the  Awaas  +  (2018)  list  (after  updation)  and  balance eligible  households  in  SECC  2011  PWL  by  providing  assistance within  overall  ceiling  of  2  crorepucca  houses.  The  Government  of India  has  also  approved  the  conduct  of  exercise  for  updating  the

Awaas + list for identifying eligible rural households using modified exclusion criteria.

The Ministry of Rural Development vide communication dated 14  August,  2024  (e  signed  on  17.08.2024)  had  communicated  the modifications in the scheme for implementation of the next phase of the PMAY-G (2024-25 to 2028-29) as approved by the Union Cabinet.

Accordingly, a target of 84,37,139 houses has been allocated to States/UTsduring Financial Year 2024-25under PMAY-G including a target of 2,99,011 houses to Gujarat from the existing SECC 2011 based  PWL  and  Awaas  +  2018  database.  Further,  the  Ministry allocates targets to the states and subsequent allocation of targets to  the  Districts/Blocks/Gram  Panchayats  is  done  by  the  State Governments.  The sanction of houses to the eligible beneficiaries is also done by the state.

Awaas + survey is being conducted by the state for updating the Awaas  +  list for identification of additional eligible rural households using modified exclusion criteria under the scheme.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 1288 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-02-11
Subject: PMMSY in Chhattisgarh
Ministry: FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING
Asked by: Shri Chintamani Maharaj

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRYAND DAIRYING DEPARTMENT OF FISHERIES

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1288 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11 TH  FEBRUARY, 2025

## PMMSY in Chhattisgarh

## †1288. Shri Chintamani Maharaj:

Will the Minister of FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING be pleased to state:

(a)  the  manner  in  which  Pradhan  Mantri  Matsya  Sampada  Yojana  (PMMSY)  is  being implemented in Chhattisgarh and the progress made so far; and

(b) the manner in which the initiatives taken under the said scheme have been adopted to meet the unique requirements of Chhattisgarh?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER FOR FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRYAND DAIRYING (SHRI RAJIV RANJAN SINGH ALIAS LALAN SINGH)

(a)  and  (b):  The  Department  of  Fisheries,  Ministry  of  Fisheries,  Animal  Husbandry  and Dairying in the year 2020-21 has rolled out a flagship scheme the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) with highest ever investment of Rs. 20,050 crores in the fisheries sector  for  implementation  during  a  period  of  five  years  i.e.,  2020-21  to  2024-25,  in  all States/Union  Territories  including  Chhattisgarh  State.  PMMSY inter-alia, envisages  to address  critical  gaps  in  fish  production,  productivity,  quality,  technology,  post-harvest infrastructure and management, modernization and strengthening of value chain, reduction of post-harvest losses, traceability etc.  For holistic development of the fisheries sector in the state of Chhattisgarh, Department of Fisheries, Government of India accorded approval to the projects at a total cost of Rs. 923.38 crore with the central share of Rs. 304.04 crore during last 4 years and current financial year. The major projects and activities supported under PMMSY in the State of Chhattisgarh includes, establishment of cage culture units in reservoirs, establishment of new freshwater finfish hatcheries, construction of rearing ponds, grow-out  ponds  with  inputs,  biofloc  ponds,  Re-circulatory  Aquaculture  System  (RAS), ornamental fish rearing unit, Cold storage /ice plant, feed mills, etc.

As reported by the Government of Chhattisgarh, the State Fisheries Department prepares district-wise  fisheries  development  plans  based  on  proposals  received  from  fishers,  fish farmers, fisheries cooperatives and other stakeholders. Based on the district plans, the State Annual Action Plan for Fisheries and Aquaculture development is prepared and submitted to the Department of Fisheries, GoI for approval. The physical and financial progress of the approved projects and activities is reviewed regularly through national and regional review meetings.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 1284 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-02-11
Subject: Collaborations with International Organizations for IYC
Ministry: COOPERATION
Asked by: Shri Pradeep Kumar Singh

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF COOPERATION

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1284 TO BE ANSWERED ON  11 th  FEBRUARY, 2025

## Collaborations with International Organizations for IYC

## 1284       SHRI PRADEEP KUMAR SINGH:

Will the Minister of Cooperation ( सहकारिता मंत्री ) be pleased to state:

- (a) whether any collaborations have been initiated with the international organizations or countries for the International Year of Cooperatives (IYC);
- (b) if so, the details along with the outcomes thereof; and
- (c) the details of the scheme proposed to ensure the long-term sustainability of cooperatives after the said announcement?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF COOPERATION सहकारिता मंत्री (SHRI AMIT SHAH)

(a)  to  (c):  On  June  19,  2024,  the  United  Nations  General  Assembly resolution proclaimed the International Year of Cooperatives 2025 (IYC - 2025). The IYC-2025 was officially launched by hon'ble  Prime  Minister  of  India  on  25th  November,  2024  at  New  Delhi  during  the  General Assembly and Global Conference of ICA. IYC-2025 promotes democratic governance, poverty reduction,  and  climate  action.  The  Ministry  of  Cooperation  has  prepared  an  action  plan  in collaboration  with  the  States/UTs,  National  Federations,  Central  line  Ministries  and  other stakeholder organization to celebrate International Year of Cooperatives - 2025.

To ensure long-term sustainability of cooperatives, all the activities like training, board meetings, exhibitions, workshops etc will be organized by cooperatives at rural, district, state, and national levels in alignment with the objectives of:

- i. Promotion of Spirit of Cooperatives
- ii. Expansion of Cooperative Sector
- iii. Fulfilment of objectives of Cooperatives

Above will be in coherence with the following principles:

- i. Transparency in cooperative sector
- ii. Accountability in cooperative sector
- iii. Operational efficiency of cooperatives
- iv. Policy reforms in the sector
- v. Promoting collaborative mechanisms (Cooperation among Cooperatives)
- vi. Showcasing the history and traditional strength of cooperative institutions
- vii. Transforming rural economy through multi-purpose PACS
- viii. Participation of youth and women in the cooperative sector
- ix. Developing  institutions  of  excellence  by  redefining  cooperative  education  and training.

The  IYC  -  2025  will  culminate  with  a  comprehensive  report  on  activities  and  progress  and Business Reform Action Plan for 2026, aimed to strengthen the Cooperatives and accelerating progress toward the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

While the Ministry of Cooperation has so far not entered into any collaboration with any nation or international organization in this regard, the meetings has been held with the delegations from Spain, Chile, Nepal and Mongolia to exchange views on promotion of cooperatives.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 1281 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-02-11
Subject: Proposal for College of Veterinary Sciences
Ministry: FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING
Asked by: Dr. Angomcha Bimol Akoijam

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

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.1281 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11 TH  FEBRUARY, 2025

## PROPOSAL FOR COLLEGE OF VETERINARY SCIENCES

1281. Dr. Angomcha Bimol Akoijam:

Will the Minister of FISHERIES ANIMAL HUSBANDRY AND DAIRYING

## मत्स्यपालन , पशुपालन और डेयरी मंत्री

be pleased to State:

- (a) Whether  the  Ministry  is  considering  to  run  College  of  Veterinary  Sciences  and Animal Husbandry in Manipur and if so, the details and current status; thereof and
- (b) the time by which such college sare likely to be operational in Manipur?

## ANSWER

THE HON'BLE MINISTER FOR FISHERIES, ANIMAL HUSBANDRY & DAIRYING

(SHRI RAJIV RANJAN SINGH ALIAS LALAN SINGH)

- (a) No.the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying is not considering to run the  college  of  Veterinary  Science  and  Animal  Husbandry  in  Manipur.  Veterinary education is state subject. Central Government under provision of the Indian Veterinary Council Act, 1984 has notified the VCI (Procedure for recognition and de-recognition of Veterinary Colleges and Veterinary Qualifications) Rules, 2017. Further, relevant rules regarding recognition of veterinary college or veterinary course are as following:
- I. Applications  received  from  the  applicant  Institute/University/State  Government  in the prescribed format (Form I) are processed in accordance with the Rule (7) of VCI Rules, 2017.
- II. No person shall establish a Veterinary College and no Veterinary College shall admit students or increase the intake of students beyond the permitted number, except after obtaining prior permission from the Central Government (Rule 3 of VCI Rules, 2017)
- III. Eligibility Criteria for recognition of veterinary colleges are provided under Rule 4of VCI Rules, 2017
- IV. Qualifying criteria and procedure for making application recognition of a Veterinary College or veterinary qualification are provided at Rule 5 & 6 of VCI Rules, 2017
- V. On receipt ofan application in the specified Form (Form I) along with the prescribed fee,  the  Central  Government  refers  such  application  to  the  Veterinary  Council  of India for evaluation and recommendations
- VI. Applications  received  in  such  manner  as  detailed  above  are  processed  as  per  the Procedure for evaluation of the application for recognition detailed at Rule Rule (7) (1) of VCI Rules, 2017.

Further,  No  application  for  opening  of  'College  of  Veterinary  Sciences  and  Animal Husbandry' in Manipur' as prescribed under VCI Rules, 2017 (Form I) has been received by the Central Government.

- (b)     Not applicable in view of (a) above.
Lok Sabha Question No. 1280 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-02-11
Subject: Impact of Ukraine-Russia War on Indian Industry
Ministry: COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
Asked by: Smt. Manju Sharma

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY DEPARTMENT FOR PROMOTION OF INDUSTRY AND INTERNAL TRADE

## LOK SABHA

UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1280.

TO BE ANSWERED ON TUESDAY, THE 11 TH  FEBRUARY, 2025.

## IMPACT OF UKRAINE-RUSSIA WAR ON INDIAN INDUSTRY

## 1280. SMT. MANJU SHARMA:

## Will the Minister of COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY be pleased to state:

## वाणिज्य एवं उद्योग मंत्री

- (a) whether  the  Government  has  made  any  assessment  of  the  impact  of  the Ukraine-Russia war on Indian industry and commerce;
- (b) if so, the details thereof;
- (c) whether  the  Government  proposes  to  bring  any  financial  stimulus  to  the economy in view of the Ukraine-Russia war; and
- (d) if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## वाणिज्य एवं उद्योग मंत्रालय में राज्य मंत्री ( श्री णिणिन प्रसाद ) THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMERCE & INDUSTRY (SHRI JITIN PRASADA)

- (a) & (b): The growth of Indian Industry and trade is monitored on a regular basis in  consultation  with  all  the  stakeholders.  The  growth  of  the  Indian industry  is  determined  by  various  factors.  It  is  measured  by  various indicators,  available  in  public  domain,  such  as  the  Index  of  Industrial Production, Index of eight core industries, Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) Manufacturing, etc. These data sets factor in the impact of both internal as well as external factors such as rise in input costs, geopolitical tensions, supply chain pressures etc., on the manufacturing sector.
- (c) & (d): While  recognising  the  continuing  geopolitical  headwinds,  the  Union Budget for 2025-26 has announced major initiatives that are likely  to stimulate  consumption,  saving,  investor  confidence,  employment  and overall  economic  growth.  The  Union  Budget  2025-26  has  placed agriculture,  Micro,  Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), investment and  exports  as  engines  of  growth.  The  Budget  has  also  proposed specific  measures  for  industries  like  footwear,  leather,  toys,  critical minerals, textiles, electronic goods, lithium-ion batteries, shipping and telecommunication. These measures coupled with the emphasis laid on boosting  the  spending  capacity  of  the  households  through  reforms proposed  in  personal  income  tax,  export  promotion,  financial  sector reforms, job creation and urban development, are expected to promote investor confidence, industrial activity and overall economic growth.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 1279 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-02-11
Subject: Empowerment of Women
Ministry: RURAL DEVELOPMENT
Asked by: Shri Jashubhai Bhilubhai Rathva

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 1279 ANSWERED ON 11/02/2025

## EMPOWERMENT OF WOMEN

## 1279. SHRI JASHUBHAI BHILUBHAI RATHVA:

Will the Minister of RURAL DEVELOPMENT be pleased to state:

- (a) the details  of  steps  taken  by  the  Government  for  socio economic  inclusion  of  women  entrepreneurs  in  collaboration with private companies; and
- (b) the  details  of  Sustainable  Transport  for  Rural  Entrepreneurs through Electric Bicycles (STREE) in empowering rural women by providing them access to green mobility?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT (DR. CHANDRA SEKHAR PEMMASANI)

- (a) Government of India has taken up various initiatives in collaboration  with  private  companies  for  socio-economic  inclusion of  women entrepreneurs. Ministry of  Rural  Development  (MoRD)  is implementing DeendayalAntyodayaYojana -National Rural Livelihoods  Mission  (DAY  -  NRLM)  launched  in  2011,  which  is striving for conducive rural entrepreneurship environment considering factors like access  to finance, infrastructure  and market opportunities.

With  a  vision  to  promote  the  sustainable  development  of women  entrepreneurs  for  balanced  growth  in  the  country,  the Startup  India  initiative  has  been  launched  by  the  Department  for Promotion  of  Industry  and  Internal  Trade  (DPIIT)  in  2016. The Government provides financial support to women-led startup through  schemes  like  the  Credit  Guarantee  Scheme  for  Startups (CGSS). The Government offers programmes like the  Women

Capacity  Development  Programme  (WING)  to  help  entrepreneurs share best practices.

MoRD has entered into  Memorandum of  Understandings  (MoUs) with  different  online  platforms  namely,  Flipkart  Internet  Pvt.  Ltd., Amazon,  Fashnear  Technologies  Pvt.  Ltd.  (Meesho)  and  Jiomart respectively  for  onboarding  and  marketing  of  Self-Help  groups (SHGs)  products.  Following  support  is  being  provided  by  these companies to the members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs):

- i. Training to SHG members on onboarding on online platforms, account management and business growth
- ii. Product cataloguing
- iii. Photography and content creation
- iv. Dedicated store front (dedicated page) for display of SHG products.

(b)  Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture under the  Ministry  of  Power,  and  its  subsidiary  Convergence  Energy Services Limited (CESL) have collaborated with MoRD to launch the Sustainable  Transport  for  Rural  Entrepreneurs  through  Electric Cycles (STREE) programme.  The MoU  promotes  green micromobility  through  the  supply  of  E-bicycles  at  subsidised  rates  for rural  SHG  women  to  address  their  transport  needs  and  enhance their outreach for economic activities.  The pilot has been initiated in the States of Bihar, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh.

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