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Lok Sabha Question No. 3632 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Closure of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Badarpur, Delhi
Ministry: EDUCATION
Asked by: Shri Ramvir Singh Bidhuri

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

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3632 ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## Closure of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Badarpur, Delhi

## † 3632. Shri Ramvir Singh Bidhuri:

- Will the Minister of EDUCATION be pleased to state: (a) whether it  is  true  that  the  Government  is  proposing  to  close  Kendriya Vidyalaya established on NTPC land at Badarpur, Delhi after closure of NTPC Power House; (b) if so, the details thereof; and the manner in which the Government proposes to secure the future of
- (c) the children studying in the said school?

## ANSWER

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

(a) to (c) Kendriya Vidyalaya (KV) NTPC, Badarpur, Delhi was opened in the year 1981-82 in project sector under the sponsorship or funding by NTPC, Badarpur mainly to cater to the educational needs of the wards of the NTPC employees.  All  the  Recurring  &  non-recurring  expenditure  as  well  as  15% administrative  overhead  charges  over  and  above  the  recurring  and  nonrecurring  expenditure  made  on  the  Project  sector  KVs  are  borne  by  the Sponsoring Project Authority, in this case NTPC Badarpur. Due  to  the  closure  of  the  NTPC,  Badarpur  unit  in  2018,  NTPC  has expressed  its  inability  to  provide  financial  support  for  KV  NTPC,  Badarpur.

The matter is sub-judice before the Hon'ble High Court of Delhi.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3630 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Preservation of Shiva Temple in Dhanbad
Ministry: CULTURE
Asked by: Shri Dulu Mahato

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CULTURE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTIONNO.3630

ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## PRESERVATION OF SHIVA TEMPLE IN DHANBAD

## †3630. SHRI DULU MAHATO:

Will the Minister of CULTUREbe pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government is considering to declare the 1000-year-old Shiva temple situated on Jinshi Hill under DhanbadLok Sabha Constituency as a protected heritage;
- (b) whether the Government is taking any steps for the historical and architectural preservation of this temple, so that it remains safe for future generations and its cultural    importance remains intact;
- (c) whether this temple has been proposed for development under the Pilgrimage Rejuvenation and Spiritual Augmentation Drive (PRASAD) scheme, if not, the reasons therefor;
- (d) whether the pathways, seating  areas, toilets,  water arrangements and special facilities for the disabled to be provided to enhance the experience of devotees in the temple premises;
- (e) whether the Government is providing support under PRASAD scheme for the preservation and promotion of this temple; and
- (f) if so, the time by which the relevant amount be available for its implementation?

## ANSWER

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

- (a)& (b) At  present;  there  is  no  such  proposal  underconsideration.  Further,  monuments  otherthan those of National Importance fall underthe jurisdiction of the respective StateGovernments/ Union TerritoriesAdministration. Therefore, the responsibilityfor the historical and architecturalpreservation of the temple rests with theState Government.
- (c)& At present, no such proposal is under consideration.
- (d)
- (e)& Receiving  proposals  from  the  State  Governments/  Union  Territory  Administrations  for financial assistance for tourism projects is a continuous process.The proposals received are examined with reference to the prescribed guidelines and financial assistance is extended
- (f) for such projects subject to fulfillment of thestipulated conditions and availability of funds..

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3628 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Misutilization of Fund under IoE Scheme
Ministry: EDUCATION
Asked by: Shri Rajeev Rai

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

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO-3628 ANSWERED ON 11/08/2025

## Misutilization of Fund under IoE Scheme

3628. Shri Rajeev Rai: Will the Minister of EDUCATION be pleased to state: (a)  whether  Banaras  Hindu  University  (BHU)  has  utilized  funds  under  the  Institutions  of Eminence (IoE) scheme to hire consultants for non-academic work; (b) if so, the details thereof; (c) whether such expenditure is in violation of the tripartite agreement signed under the scheme; and (d) the steps taken by the Government to ensure strict compliance with the original objectives of the IoE scheme?

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

(a) to (d): Under World Class Institutions Scheme, also known as Institutions of Eminence (IoE)  Scheme,  funds  have  been  provided  for  academic  work  and  creation  of  infrastructure facilities.  IoEs  should  have  student  amenities  comparable  with  that  of  globally  reputed institutions  and  reasonably  large  owned  campuses  with  adequate  space  for  expansion.    To fulfill  its  objective,  Universities  may  engage  professionals  on  contractual/Deputation  basis without creating any long-term liabilities to the Government and subject to general restrictions of the Statutes and provisions of GFR. The public category institutions are expected to choose their  own  path  to  become  an  institution  of  global  repute.  The  UGC  has  promulgated  a regulatory architecture/ framework for institutions notified as Institutions of Eminence (IoE) in the form of Guidelines for public institutions.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3627 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Mechanism Adopted to Improve Grievance Redressal
Ministry: CORPORATE AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri Kanwar Singh Tanwar, Shri Parbhubhai Nagarbhai Vasava, Smt. Aparajita Sarangi

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3627 ANSWERED ON MONDAY, August 11, 2025/ Shravana 20, 1947 (SAKA)

Mechanism Adopted to Improve Grievance Redressal

## QUESTION

3627. Shri Parbhubhai Nagarbhai Vasava:

Smt. Aparajita Sarangi: Shri Kanwar Singh Tanwar:

Will the Minister of CORPORATE AFFAIRS be pleased to state: (a) the number of service related complaints received on the MCA portal and the number of complaints redressed out of them; (b) whether any mechanism for feedback/suggestion has been adopted by the Government to improve grievance redressal; and (c) if so, the details thereof and the action taken thereon?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS; MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS [SHRI HARSH MALHOTRA]

(a)to(c):  A  helpdesk  mechanism  to  address  grievances  related  to  the  MCA21 portal has been established. During the FY 2024-25, a total of 5,79,702 helpdesk tickets  were  raised  on  the  portal.  Of  these,  around  94%,  were  successfully resolved.  These  tickets  encompassed  a  range  of  issues  including  technical problems, processing-related requests and stakeholder suggestions or feedback.

The helpdesk system incorporates a user feedback mechanism to assess the quality  of  resolutions.  Around  95%  of  users  reported  satisfaction  with  the resolution of their tickets. Additionally, stakeholders have the option to re-open a  ticket  after  it  has  been  closed  if  they  are  not  satisfied  with  the  resolution provided.  To  further  enhance  the  quality  of  grievance  redressal,  MCA  has partnered  with  professional  institutes  to  review  ticket  closures.  A  dedicated team from these institutes works in close coordination with MCA to monitor grievance handling and collect user feedback post-ticket closure. The effectiveness and quality of ticket resolutions are also reviewed regularly by the Ministry officials.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3626 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Private participation in Conservation of Heritage Sites
Ministry: CULTURE
Asked by: Shri Tanuj Punia

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CULTURE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTIONNO.3626

ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## PRIVATE PARTICIPATION IN CONSERVATION OF HERITAGE SITES

## 3626. SHRI TANUJ PUNIA:

Will the Minister of CULTUREbe pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has acknowledged that it cannot protect all heritage sites alone;
- (b) if  so,  the  details  of  the  steps  taken/being  taken  by  the  Government  to  facilitate  greater private participation in conservation, beyond the underutilised 'Adopt a Heritage' scheme;
- (c) whether the ASI survey has identified multiple protected monuments in poor condition but does not provide a timeline for their restoration; and
- (d) if so, the details of the mechanisms in place to ensure timely action and the current timeline for addressing these deteriorating sites?

## ANSWER

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

- (a) The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) protects monuments and archaeological sites that have been declared asof national importance. However, given the vast cultural landscape of India, state governments, local bodies, and other stakeholders are also encouraged to play a role in protecting and preserving local heritage.
- (b) Conservation of protected monuments and sites is also taken up under scheme of National Cultural Fund (NCF)to encourage the private participation. Further, ASI has developed a framework  for  engaging  with  the  private/public  sector  companies  to  develop/provide amenities  at  protected  monuments  through Corporate  Social  Responsibility  (CSR)  funds. Revamped version of the 'Adopt A Heritage program 2.0' was launched on 04.09.2023 by Union  Minister  of  Culture  to  enhance  visitor's  experience  with  a  view  to  make  the monuments visitor friendly.
- (c) ASI  takes  up  conservation  and  maintenance  works  including  provision  of  amenities  like
- & drinking water, toilet blocks, pathways and landscaping etc. of protected monuments and
- (d) sites  of  national  importance  as  per  the  requirement  considering  availability  of  funds  and resources and following the National Conservation Policy. Further, upkeep and maintenance of the protected monuments and sites is a continuous process.
Lok Sabha Question No. 3625 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Unused Employees Provident Fund
Ministry: LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT
Asked by: Shri Malvinder Singh Kang

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## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3625 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## UNUSED EMPLOYEES PROVIDENT FUND

3625.    SHRI MALVINDER SINGH KANG:

Will the Minister of LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT be pleased to state:

- (a) whether it is a fact that a huge amount of Employees Provident Fund is lying unused due  to being disputed;
- (b) if so, the details thereof;
- (c) the details of the total deposit in the said fund; and
- (d) the  average  annual  amount  deposited  in  the  fund  during  the  last three  years  and  the current year, year-wise?

## ANSWER

## MINISTER OF STATE FOR LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT (SUSHRI SHOBHA KARANDLAJE)

(a) to (d): Employees' Provident Fund Organization does not classify any  amount  as ' disputed  amount '. The  total  Corpus  of  Employees ' Provident Fund Scheme, 1952 as on 31 -03 -2024 is Rs . 15,58,998 . 63 Crore (un -audited).

The  year -wise  contribution  deposit  Employees ' Provident Fund Scheme, 1952 in the last three years are as under :-

(Rs in crores)

| Year        | Amount        |
|-------------|---------------|
| 2021 - 22   | 1,62,980 . 21 |
| 2022 - 23   | 1,91,116 . 66 |
| 2023 - 24 * | 2,10,836 . 11 |

The Accounts for the year 2024-25 have not been compiled.

The average of three years is Rs . 1,88,310 . 99 Crore. *****
Lok Sabha Question No. 3619 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Sports Infrastructure Projects in Tamil Nadu under NSDF
Ministry: YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
Asked by: Shri K E Prakash

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS

LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3619 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

Sports Infrastructure Projects in Tamil Nadu under NSDF

3619. Shri K E Prakash:

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

(a)  whether  the  Government  has  approved  or  included  any  sports infrastructure projects (mini- stadiums, coaching centres etc.) in Erode, Namakkal,  and  Tiruppur  districts  of  Tamil  Nadu  under  the  National Sports Development Fund (NSDF); and

(b) if so, the details thereof, including project components, sanctioned amounts and the current status?

## ANSWER THE MINISTER OF YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS [DR. MANSUKH MANDAVIYA]

(a)  and  (b):  No,  Sir.  No  sports  infrastructure  project  (mini-  stadium, coaching centre etc.) has been sanctioned under the National Sports Development Fund (NSDF) in Erode, Namakkal, and Tiruppur districts of Tamil Nadu.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3617 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: New Affiliation of Institutions by NIOS
Ministry: EDUCATION
Asked by: Smt. Manju Sharma

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

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3617

ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## New Affiliation of Institutions by NIOS

†3617. Smt. Manju Sharma:

Will the Minister of EDUCATION be pleased to state:

the  number  of  applications  received  for  new  affiliation  of  institutions/centres accredited by National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) during the period from 2020 to June 2025?

## ANSWER

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

National Institute  of  Open  Schooling  (NIOS)  does  not  affiliate  schools  but  give accreditation  to  formal  schools/recognized  institutions  as  Accredited  Institute  (AI)  for academic  courses,  Accredited  Vocational  Institute  (AVI)  for  vocational  courses  and Accredited Agencies (AAs) for Open Basic Education.

The  number  of  applications  received  and  study  centres  accredited  by  National Institute  of  Open  Schooling  (NIOS)  during  the  period  from  2020  to  June  2025  are  as under -

| Year            |   Application Received |   Accreditation granted |
|-----------------|------------------------|-------------------------|
| 2020            |                    561 |                     333 |
| 2021            |                    857 |                     654 |
| 2022            |                   1353 |                    1288 |
| 2023            |                    679 |                     636 |
| 2024            |                   1287 |                     940 |
| Up to June 2025 |                    823 |                     681 |
Lok Sabha Question No. 3614 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: KIRTI Programme in Maharashtra
Ministry: YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
Asked by: Ms. Praniti Sushilkumar Shinde

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

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 3614

TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

KIRTI Programme in Maharashtra

3614.  Ms. Praniti Sushilkumar Shinde:

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

- (a) the number of Talent Assessment Centres (TACs) currently operational under the KIRTI (Khelo India Rising Talent Identification) programme in the State of Maharashtra;
- (b)  the  total  number  of  children  assessed  and  selected  from  Maharashtra through the said initiative since its inception;
- (c)  whether  there  are  any  plans  to  expand  the  number  of  TACs  in Maharashtra, especially in rural and tribal districts; and
- (d)  the  steps  taken/being  taken  by  the  Government  to  ensure  equitable access to KIRTI Assessment Centres across all socio-economic backgrounds in Maharashtra?

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

- (a)  to  (d)  Project  Khelo  India  Rising  Talent  Identification  (KIRTI)  is  a nationwide  mass  talent  identification  programme  for  grassroots  level athletes.  Under  this,  athletes  between  the  age  group  09  to  18  years  i.e. school-going  age  are  assessed  for  Khelo  India  disciplines  through  talent assessment drives.

Under KIRTI, talent identification is a continuous process and assessment drives  are  conducted  in  identified  Talent  Assessment  Centres  located  in rural,  tribal  and  other  districts.  Currently,  under  KIRTI,  talent  assessment drives are not being carried out at any Talent Assessment Centre. However, in  the  State  of Maharashtra during KIRTI phase 1 and 2, a total of 25,434

athletes were assessed across 09 Talent Assessment Centres.

Further,  KIRTI  talent  assessment  drives  are  conducted  across  talent assessment centres which are open across to all socio-economic backgrounds in the country.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3611 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: School Closed in Lakshadweep
Ministry: EDUCATION
Asked by: Shri Muhammed Hamdullah Sayeed

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

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO-3611 ANSWERED ON-11/08/2025

## School Closed in Lakshadweep

## 3611.  Shri Muhammed Hamdullah Sayeed:

Will the Minister of EDUCATION be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government is aware that certain schools in Agatti and Androth islands of the Union  Territory  of  Lakshadweep  have  been  closed  without  prior  consultation  with  local stakeholders including parents, teachers, and community representatives;
- (b) if so, the reasons for the closure of these schools and whether such action is in violation of the provisions of the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009;
- (c)  whether  such  closure  has  disrupted  the  functioning  of  educational  services  and  created difficulties for students in accessing quality and continuous education;
- (d)  whether  the  Government  proposes  to  review  the  decision  and  take  immediate  steps  to reopen the schools or provide alternative arrangements to ensure uninterrupted education for the children of Agatti and Androth islands; and
- (e) if so, the details thereof and the timeline for such corrective measures?

## ANSWER

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

- (a) to (e): The Lakshadweep Administration, through the Department of Education, undertook rationalisation  of  certain  schools  in  Agatti  and  Androth  islands  in  view  of  infrastructure constraints,  school  safety,  low  enrolment,  and  resource  optimisation.  These  decisions  were made with the primary objective of ensuring student safety, school building safety, improving

quality of education, and optimal use of existing facilities. Stakeholder feedback was considered through institutional visits, enrolment analysis and administrative assessments.

The actions were structured consolidation for better academic and infrastructural outcomes. In Agatti, the JB School (South), which was constructed in 1982 and had the oldest building with minimum facilities, was merged with JB School (North) to form the PM SHRI Govt. Junior Basic School Agatti  (UDISE Code: 31010100202), ensuring safe building and enriched learning for students. In Androth, JB School Mechery, with a strength of 135 students, is located close to SB School Edachery, which provides dual medium instruction. Such rationalisation is compliant with the provisions of the NEP 2020, as access to free and compulsory education within permissible norms is fully ensured.

The initiatives have enhanced the learning environment by pooling infrastructure and teaching resources. Students now benefit from safer buildings, better digital and classroom facilities, and improved  supervision.  Transport  and  proximity  arrangements  have  been  ensured  for  the required students for smooth transition without affecting the continuity of education.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 3609 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-08-11
Subject: Maintenance and Beautification of Ancient Heritages of Dhubri
Ministry: CULTURE
Asked by: Md. Rakibul Hussain

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CULTURE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.3609 TO BE ANSWERED ON 11.08.2025

## MAINTENANCE AND BEAUTIFICATION OF ANCIENT HERITAGE OF DHUBRI

## 3609. MD. RAKIBUL HUSSAIN

Will the Minister of CULTURE be pleased to state:

- (a) the  details  of  the  schemes  being  implemented  by  the  Government  for  the maintenance of ancient monuments in the State of Assam, particularly in Dhubri district;
- (b) the details of the expenditure incurred on the maintenance of each monument of the State during each of the last five years;
- (c) whether the Government proposes to take any special steps for the maintenance and beautification of the famous ancient heritage of Dhubri; and
- (d) if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

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

- (a) There  are  55  nos.  of  centrally  protected  monuments/sites  under  the  care  and
- to maintenance  of  Archaeological  Survey  of  India  (ASI)  in  the  State  of  Assam
- (d) including 02 number  of monuments  in  Dhubri district. Conservation and maintenance of these monuments/sites is a regular process and is taken up as per the need of the monument and availability of resources.

The  details of  expenditure incurred for conservation  and  maintenance  of monuments/sites in Assam,  including Dhubri District, during the last five years are given as under:-

|   S. No. | Year    |   Expenditure incurred (Amount Rs. in Crore) |
|----------|---------|----------------------------------------------|
|        1 | 2020-21 |                                         2.58 |
|        2 | 2021-22 |                                         2.92 |
|        3 | 2022-23 |                                         6.26 |
|        4 | 2023-24 |                                         7.55 |
|        5 | 2024-25 |                                         3.8  |

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