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Lok Sabha Question No. 3544 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: SOP for Human-Elephant Conflict
Ministry: ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE
Asked by: Smt. June Maliah

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3544

TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## SOP for Human-Elephant Conflict

3544.   SMT. JUNE MALIAH:

Will the Minister of ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government has conducted or commissioned any recent study or survey on the patterns and causes of elephant migration and conflict in jungle mahal region in West Bengal, if so, the findings thereof;
- (b) whether  the  Government  has  a  Standard  Operating  Procedure  (SOP)  or  national framework in place for States to follow in managing human-elephant conflict, if so, the details thereof; and
- (c) whether the Government is considering to launch a community-based compensation and insurance  scheme  for  crop  and  livelihood  losses  caused  by  wildlife  incursions  in vulnerable forest-fringe areas?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE

(SHRI KIRTI VARDHAN SINGH)

- (a) to (c) The management of wildlife including mitigation and management of human-elephant conflict (HEC) is primarily the responsibility of State Governments/UTs Administration. The State Forest Departments are working with the local people to address the HEC issues through periodic awareness campaigns to sensitize, guide and advise  the  general  public  on  human-animal  conflict  including  dissemination  of information  through  various  forms  of  media.    Further,  State  Forest  Departments engage with local communities to monitor the movement of elephants and to caution local people to avoid human-animal conflict, prevent damage or loss of human life, property  and  elephants.    Further,  the  Wildlife  (Protection)  Act,  1972  provides regulatory functions for dealing with human-wildlife situations.

In addition, Ministry has released Guidelines for Human-Elephant Conflict mitigation taking a Harmonious Coexistence Approach (2023) for addressing human-elephant conflicts.  Moreover, Field Manual for Frontline Staff on Human-Elephant Conflict Management, was also released during the 16 th Meeting of the Steering Committee on 29 th April, 2022 .

In addition to compensation schemes of the State Governments/UTs Administration, the  Ministry  also  provides  financial  assistance  to  States/UTs  under  Centrally Sponsored Scheme, Project Tiger & Elephant, for ex-gratia relief, depending upon availability of funds.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3536 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Establishment of Sports University in Baghpat
Ministry: YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
Asked by: Dr. Rajkumar Sangwan

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS (DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS)

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. †3536 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

Establishment of Sports University in Baghpat

†3536 . Dr. Rajkumar Sangwan:

Will the Minister of YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS be pleased to state:

(a)  the  details  of  the  funds sanctioned, allocated and utilized under Khelo India Scheme in the country, State/UT-wise;

(b) the details of the number of stadiums constructed/under construction in Uttar  Pradesh under the scheme along with the funds allocated for them, district-wise in Uttar Pradesh including Baghpat;

(c) whether the Government proposes to set up a sports university in Uttar Pradesh, particularly in Baghpat district; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

ANSWER THE MINISTER OF YOUTH AFFAIRS & SPORTS { DR. MANSUKH MANDAVIYA }

(a)  and  (b)  Funds  are  allocated  and  released  Scheme-wise  and  not  Statewise  in  this  Ministry.  The  details  of  funds  allocated  and  expenditure incurred under Khelo India Scheme, during the last three years and current year as under:

## (amount in ₹ crore)

| Financial Year   |   Funds allocated | Expenditure incurred      |
|------------------|-------------------|---------------------------|
| 2022-23          |            600    | 596.39                    |
| 2023-24          |            880    | 872.20                    |
| 2024-25          |            746.54 | 620.75                    |
| 2025-26          |           1000    | 123.77 (as on 15.07.2025) |

The  details of the sports infrastructure projects approved  and  their sanctioned cost, funds released and their physical and financial progress, under  Khelo  India  Scheme  across  the  country,  including  in  the  State  of Uttar  Pradesh,  are  available  in  public  domain  on  the  dashboard  of  the Ministry at https://mdsd.kheloindia.gov.in.

(c)  and  (d)  There  is  no  proposal  under  consideration  in  this  Ministry  to establish a sports university in Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh. The National Sports University  has  been  set  up  in  2018  at  Imphal  in  Manipur  through  the National Sports University Act, 2018 to cater to students and athletes from all States/UTs of the country, including Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3534 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Establishment of Museum in Tiruchirappalli
Ministry: CULTURE
Asked by: Shri Durai Vaiko

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CUTURE

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3534 ANSWERED ON-11.08.2025

## ESTABLISHMENTOF MUSEUM IN TIRUCHIRAPPALLI

## 3534. SHRI DURAI VAIKO:

Will the Minister of CULTURE be pleased to state:

- (a)  whether  the  Government  is  aware  that  while  Tiruchirappalli  has  a  well-established  district museum under the State Department of Museums, there is no separate Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) maintained museum in the city, despite the creation of a dedicated ASI Trichy Circle in 2020 to manage heritage assets in the region;
- (b) whether the Government has any plans to establish an ASI operated museum or gallery in Trichy  to  display  artefacts,  inscriptions,  and  heritage  collections  from  the  numerous  ASIprotected monuments in the Trichy sub-circle;
- (c) whether ASI intends to construct a site museum or interpretative centre in Tiruchirappalli and integrate local underexplored sites from the Trichy list; and
- (d) if so, the timeline, funding provisions, and collaboration with the State Government or local heritage bodies to establish such a museum and enrich cultural tourism and education?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF CULTURE AND TOURISM (SHRI GAJENDRA SINGH SHEKHAWAT)

- (a)  Yes,  Sir.  Tiruchirappalli  has  a  district  museum  under  the  State  Department  of  Museums, Govt. of Tamil Nadu.

(b)& (c)At present, there is no such proposal in Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to create a museum. However, ASI created a dedicated Trichy Circle to protect, conserve monuments and the  antiquarian  wealth.  ASI  has  recently  developed  the  excavated  archaeological  site  at Adichanallur, where excavated remains are provided with glass coverings and shed, under the Trichy Circle.

- (d) Question does not arise.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3527 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Election of Student Unions in Universities
Ministry: EDUCATION
Asked by: Shri Deepender Singh Hooda

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO- 3527 ANSWERED ON 11/08/2025

## Election of Student Unions in Universities

3527. Shri Deepender Singh Hooda:

Will the Minister of EDUCATION be pleased to state:

- (a)  the number of universities where student union elections have not been held during the last ten years;
- (b)   the justification of prolonged denial of campus elections in light of constitutional values and its own stated commitment to strengthen democratic institutions and youth leadership; and
- (c) the steps taken by the Government to institutionalize regular, transparent and fair elections of student unions in accordance with the recommendations of Lyngdoh Committee?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION (DR. SUKANTA MAJUMDAR)

(a) to (c) The Central Universities under the purview of Ministry of Education are statutory autonomous organizations established under their respective Central Acts of Parliament and governed by the provisions of the Act, Statutes and Ordinances made thereunder. The onus of implementing the recommendations  of Lyngdoh  Committee  lies with the individual Universities, the data related to student unions elections is not maintained centrally.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3525 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Impact of Climate Change on Heritage Properties
Ministry: CULTURE
Asked by: Shri Aditya Yadav

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CULTURE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3525

Answered on 11.08.2025

## IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON HERITAGE PROPERTIES

3525. SHRI ADITYA YADAV Will theMinister of CULTURE pleased to state:

- (a) whether  the  Government  has  taken  note  of  the  fact  that  Indian  Heritage  properties  are affected by the impacts of climate change at present and in the future; and
- (b) if so, the details of the steps taken/ being taken by the Government keeping in mind that their  continued  preservation  requires  understanding  these  impacts  to  their  Outstanding Universal Value and responding to them effectively?

## ANSWER

## THE MINISTER OF CULTURE AND TOURISM (SHRI GAJENDRA SINGH SHEKHAWAT)

(a)&(b) ASI undertakes conservation and preservation of 3685 monuments and sites under its jurisdiction and ensures that these monuments are not impacted adversely by any natural or human induced factors, including climate change. As and when required, treatment such as biocidal, consolidation and preservation are given to the monuments to ensure that these are not  damaged  and  retain  their  authenticity  and  integrity.  Conservation  of  monuments  is  a regular process and all monuments and sites are in a good state of preservation.
Lok Sabha Question No. 3521 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Pollution Caused by LANXESS Industry
Ministry: ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE
Asked by: Shri Kuldeep Indora

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3521

TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## Pollution Caused by LANXESS Industry

## 3521.   SHRI KULDEEP INDORA:

Will  the  Minister  of  ENVIRONMENT,  FOREST  AND  CLIMATE  CHANGE  be  pleased  to state:

- (a) whether serious lapses have been found during the investigation of complaints of pollution and  violation  of  the  conditions  of  operating  approval  of  LANXESS  Udyog,  Nagda  by Madhya Pradesh and Central Pollution Control Board during the last fifteen years;
- (b) if so,  the details  of the  rules  violated,  the  observations  and  recommendations made by the Board and the legal action taken against the industry so far;
- (c) whether the waste hazardous and acid waste generated by LANXESS industry was dumped into various rivers and drains of Ujjain, Indore division through transporters and released into Chambal  river  through  underground  water  streams  and  pipes/drains  by  digging  tubewells; and
- (d) if so, the punitive or legal action taken against the concerned industry and transporters?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE (SHRI KIRTI VARDHAN SINGH)

## (a) to (d)

The  industries  of  Nagda  town  including  M/s  Lanxess  India  Pvt.  Ltd.  have  been  inspected multiple times in the last fifteen years by Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and Regional Directorate of CPCB, Bhopal in response to representations received regarding pollution caused by industries in the area. Some of the violations by M/s Lanxess India Pvt. Ltd observed during the  inspections  were  non-installation  of  stack  emission  monitoring  device,  lack  of  facility  for discharge of polluted water into Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP), transport of hazardous waste by unauthorized  vehicles,  etc.  CPCB  has  given  directions  under  section  of  18(1)b  of  the  Water (Prevention  &  Control  of  Pollution)  Act,  1974  to  Madhya  Pradesh  Pollution  Control  Board (MPPCB) to ensure compliance by the industries.

Further, in 2022, M/s Lanxess India Pvt. Ltd. was again inspected in response to a complaint. A letter was issued to MPPCB in 09.01.2023 to direct M/s Lanxess Pvt Ltd to increase the sewage pumping capacity at Mehtwas, Dadawadi sewage pit, increase sewage utilization in their plant after required treatment, and erect a wall of 2-3ft on drain end point.

M/s Lanxess India Pvt. Ltd. was subsequently inspected on 21.03.2023 by a Joint Committee in compliance with the Hon'ble NGT's direction dated 09.02.2023. It was observed that M/s Lanxess India Pvt. Ltd., Nagda, has achieved zero liquid discharge.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3519 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Construction of Hostels in Central University of Karnataka
Ministry: EDUCATION
Asked by: Shri  Radhakrishna

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3519

TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## Construction of Hostels in Central University of Karnataka

## 3519.  SHRI RADHAKRISHNA:

Will the Minister of Education be pleased to state

- (a)  the details of funds allocated and utilized for construction of boys and girls hostels in Central University of Karnataka, especially in Kalaburagi during the last five years, yearwise;
- (b) whether the Government has received any proposal for allocation of fund from HEFA to construct such hostels in the above University;
- (c) if so, the details thereof and the action taken by the Government thereon; and
- (d) the steps taken by the Government to expedite approval of such proposals within a definite timeframe?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF EDUCATION IN THE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION (Dr. SUKANTA MAJUMDAR)

- (a) to (d):  Central University  of Karnataka has been allocated and utilised Rs. 54.00 crore for construction of boys' and girls' hostel in the last five years. The construction has been completed.

Further, in current Financial Year 2025-26, Rs. 201.83 crore has been sanctioned from HEFA to CU, Karnataka for construction of Academic Block, faculty quarters, dining halls , boys and girls' hostel with 500 capacities.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3511 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: NPS Vatsalya Scheme
Ministry: FINANCE
Asked by: Shri Chintamani Maharaj, Shri Jaswantsinh Sumanbhai Bhabhor

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FINANCE DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES *****

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. †3511

ANSWERED ON MONDAY, 11 AUGUST, 2025/ SRAVANA 20, 1947 (SAKA)

## NPS VATSALYA SCHEME

## †3511. SHRI CHINTAMANI MAHARAJ SHRI JASWANTSINH SUMANBHAI BHABHOR

Will the Minister of FINANCE be pleased to state:

- (a) the main aims and objectives of NPS Vatsalya scheme;
- (b) the  extent  to  which  this  scheme  is  helpful  especially  for  salaried  employees  in  terms  of savings;
- (c) whether the Government employees in Dahod have been benefited under the NPS Vatsalya Yojana; and
- (d) whether the Government has launched any campaigns in tribal areas to create awareness and encourage acceptance of the scheme and if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE FOR FINANCE (SHRI PANKAJ CHAUDHARY)

(a)    to  (d):  NPS-Vatsalya  Scheme,  a  contributory  pension  scheme  for  minors,  was  launched  on 18.09.2024  with  the  objective  of  creating  fully  pensioned  society.  The  scheme  is  designed  for parents/guardians to contribute, a minimum of Rs. 1000 per annum with no ceiling on maximum contribution, for their minor subscriber. On attaining the age of majority, the account of the subscriber can be seamlessly converted into NPS account. NPS-Vatsalya promotes inter-generational equity and financial security by encouraging early savings for children as well as promoting a culture and habit of retirement planning across generations. Under the old tax regime, income tax deduction u/s 80CCD (1B) up to Rs. 50,000 /- has been extended towards NPS-Vatsalya contribution made by the parent or guardian  w.e.f.  01.04.2025.  NPS  Vatsalya  is  a  pan  India  scheme,  open  to  all  citizens  of  India, including Government employees.

As on 03.08.2025, a total of 1.30 lakh minor subscribers are registered under NPS Vatsalya Scheme out of which 29 minor subscribers are from the Dahod district.

The scheme is implemented through Points of Presence (PoPs), which include the Bank branches and Non-Bank entities, under the regulation of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). These PoPs operate across India, in all geographies, thereby ensuring extensive coverage and accessibility. Additionally, the NPS-Vatsalya account can also be opened through online platform extended by the NPS Trust, further enhancing reach and convenience.

PFRDA also runs the media campaigns to popularise the scheme through TV, radio, theatres, social media, print and outdoor campaigns to ensure maximum coverage across the country.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3509 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Diversion of Forest Land
Ministry: ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE
Asked by: Ms. Mahua Moitra

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3509 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## Diversion of Forest Land

## 3509:   MS MAHUA MOITRA

Will the Minister of ENVIRONMENT, FOREST AND CLIMATE CHANGE be pleased to state:

- (a) the details of acres of green belt or forest land permitted for swapping, change of use, green belt exchange or even development by the private sector for any sort of projects; and
- (b) the names of the top fifty companies permitted and the acreage given to them?

## ANSWER

MINISTER  OF  STATE  IN  THE  MINISTRY  OF  ENVIRONMENT,  FOREST  AND CLIMATE CHANGE (SHRI KIRTI VARDHAN SINGH)

- (a) & (b) The proposals for use of forest land for non-forestry purposes duly recommended by  the  State  Government  /Union  Territory  Administration,  for  seeking  prior approval of the Central Government, 1980, are examined as per the provisions of  Van  (Sanrakashan  Evam  Samvardhan)  Adhiniyam,  1980,  and  Rules  and Guidelines thereunder.

The  proposals  for  use  of  forest  land  for  non-forestry  purposes  are  processed online  through  PARIVESH  ('Pro  Active  and  Responsive  facilitation  by Interactive and Virtuous Environmental Single window Hub') portal. Information as asked for is not maintained in the Ministry.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3500 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Operation Deep Manifest
Ministry: FINANCE
Asked by: Shri Yogender Chandolia, Shri Trivendra Singh Rawat, Dr. Hemant Vishnu Savara, Shri Janardan Mishra, Shri Basavaraj Bommai, Smt. Roopkumari Choudhary, Smt. Aparajita Sarangi, Shri Tejasvi Surya

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FINANCE DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3500

## ANSWERED ON MONDAY, AUGUST 11, 2025/20 SRAVANA, 1947 (Saka) 'OPERATION DEEP MANIFEST'

†3500. Smt. Roopkumari Choudhary:

Shri Tejasvi Surya:

Dr. Hemant Vishnu Savara:

Shri Yogender Chandolia:

Shri Basavaraj Bommai:

Shri Janardan Mishra:

Smt. Aparajita Sarangi:

Shri Trivendra Singh Rawat:

Will the Minister of FINANCE be pleased to state:

- (a) the current status of Operation Deep Manifest launched by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI);
- (b) the names of third countries identified to be involved in illegal import of Pakistan-origin goods;
- (c)  whether  the  Government  is  aware  of  the  blatant  violations  of  import  policy  conditions imposed on direct or indirect import or transit of Pakistan-origin goods; and
- (d) if so, the details thereof;

## Answer

## THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE (SHRI PANKAJ CHAUDHARY)

- (a)  &  (b):  Operation  Deep  Manifest  is  ongoing,  with  a  continued  focus  on  preventing  the direct or indirect import of goods originating in or exported from Pakistan. Till July 2025, as part of this operation total of 5 cases involving goods of Pakistani origin have been booked by DRI, wherein goods valued at Rs. 1204 Lakhs have been seized. In all 5 cases goods have been imported via UAE.
- (c)  &  (d):  DRI  has  detected  5  cases, as  mentioned in reply to para (a) and (b) above. In addition to this, 13 cases, involving Rs 12 Lakh worth goods of Pakistan Origin, have been detected by Customs field formations of CBIC. In these cases goods have been found to be imported  in  violation  of  the  existing  legal  provisions  including  prohibitions  imposed  vide DGFT Notification No. 06/2025-26 dated 02.05.2025.
Lok Sabha Question No. 3497 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Vacant Posts in Kendriya Vidyalayas
Ministry: EDUCATION
Asked by: Dr. Alok Kumar Suman

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF SCHOOL EDUCATION AND LITERACY

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3497 ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## Vacant Posts in Kendriya Vidyalayas

## 3497. Dr. Alok Kumar Suman:

Will the Minister of EDUCATION be pleased to state:

- (a) the total number of vacant post of teaching and non-teaching staff in Kendriya Vidyalayas in the country;
- (b) whether it is a fact that Kendriya Vidyalayas in Bihar are facing acute shortage of teaching and non-teaching staff, particularly in district Gopalganj, if so, the details thereof;
- (c) whether the Government has taken any steps to fill such vacant posts in Bihar and if so, the details thereof;
- (d) whether it is a fact that most of the schools have contractual employees for teaching and non-teaching position violating the norms of positive discrimination policy of the Government and if so, the reasons therefor; and
- (e) whether  it  is  also  a  fact  that  reservation  policy  in  the  appointment  of  such contractual  posts  in  Bihar  is  not  being  followed,  if  so,  the  reasons  in  this regard?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF EDUCATION (SHRI JAYANT CHAUDHARY)

(a) & (b) As per information received from Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), as on 01.06.2025, 7765 teaching posts and 1617 non-teaching posts are vacant across the country. The vacancy positions of teaching and non-teaching staff in KVs located in the State of Bihar particularly in district Gopalganj, are as under:

| Post   | Total number of vacant posts (as on 01.06.2025)   | Total number of vacant posts (as on 01.06.2025)   |
|--------|---------------------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------|
|        | Vacancies in KVs in the State of Bihar            | Vacancies in KV Gopalganj                         |

| Teaching Post     |   288 |   02 |
|-------------------|-------|------|
| Non-Teaching Post |    26 |   01 |

(c) to (e) Filling up of vacancies is a continuous process and efforts are made to fill up the vacancies as per the provisions of the relevant recruitment rules. Vacancies keep  on  arising  due  to  opening  of  new  Kendriya  Vidyalayas  (KVs),  retirement, resignation,  promotion of employees, transfer, employees going on lien to another department and up-gradation of schools. Teachers are also engaged on contractual basis against sanctioned posts vacancies for temporary duration by KVS to ensure that the teaching-learning process is not hampered.

Recruitment for regular staff is conducted centrally by KVS, 12867 offers of appointments  for  various  posts  of  teaching  and  non-teaching  staff  were  issued through  Direct  Recruitment  during  mission  recruitment  from  September,  2022  to 12.07.2025 by  KVS  to  fill  up  the  vacant  posts  across  the  country  including  in  the State of Bihar. The reservation policy is implemented in KVS in accordance with the rules and guidelines of the Government of India.

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