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Lok Sabha Question No. 55 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-01
Subject: Hosting Commonwealth and Olympic Games
Ministry: YOUTH AFFAIRS AND SPORTS
Asked by: Shri Raja A

## Government of India Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports Department of Sports

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 55

## TO BE ANSWERED ON 01.12.2025

Hosting Commonwealth and Olympic Games

55. Shri Raja A:

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

- (a)  whether the Government has geared up activities for preparing to  host  Commonwealth  Games  2030  and  Olympic  Games  2036  in India;
- (b)  if so, the details thereof;
- (c) Whether any review has been made to find out the adequacy of infrastructure requirements for hosting such international games;
- (d) if so, whether any deficiency found and if so, the details thereof; and
- (e) the details of the funds required for hosting such games and the annual budget proposed during the current year and in the coming years, year-wise?

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

- (a)  &  (b)  The  Government of India  is closely coordinating with  the stakeholders  towards  hosting  of  Commonwealth  Games  2030  and Olympic Games 2036 in India.

The  Indian  Olympic  Association  (IOA)  is  responsible  to  undertake the formal bidding to host the Commonwealth Games and Olympic

Games in line with the frameworks of the Commonwealth Sport and International Olympic Committee (IOC), respectively. India has been officially awarded the 2030 Commonwealth Games, with  Amdavad  (Ahmedabad)  declared  the  host  city.  As  regards Olympic Games 2036, the bid  is  now  in  the  'Continuous  Dialogue' phase  with  the  Future  Host  Commission  of  International  Olympic Committee. The host selection process for 2036 Olympic Games is available in public domain on International Olympic Committee (IOC) website at https://www.olympics.com/ioc/becoming-an-olympicgames-host/the-process-to-elect-olympic-hosts . (c) & (d) Augmentation of sports infrastructure and sports facilities is  an  ongoing  and  continuous  process.  'Sports'  being  a  State subject,  primary  responsibility  for  creation  and  development  of sports infrastructure and facility is that of the State Governments. The State Governments are being supported by the Ministry under its  Khelo  India  Scheme  for  sports  infrastructure  /  facilities.  The details  of  sports  infrastructure  created/developed  in  States  for which the Ministry has provided support under Khelo India Scheme is  available  in  public  domain  on  the  dashboard  of  the  Ministry  at: https://mdsd.kheloindia.gov.in. Further, the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports implements various schemes for the development of sports across the country. Details of the schemes are available in the public domain on the websites of this Ministry and the Sports Authority of India, (www.yas.nic.in/sports: www.sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in:). hosting Commonwealth  Games  2030  or  Olympics  2036  under  the  annual

(e) So far, no funds have been allocated for budget of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 54 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-01
Subject: Central Sanskrit University Vedvyas Campus
Ministry: EDUCATION
Asked by: Shri Anurag Singh Thakur

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

## LOK  SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION No-54

ANSWERED ON- 01/12/2025

## Central Sanskrit University Vedvyas Campus

## 54. Shri Anurag Singh Thakur:

Will the Minister of EDUCATION be pleased to state:

- (a) whether  the  Central  Sanskrit  University,  Vedvyas  Campus  in  Himachal  Pradesh  is offering open courses as well as regular courses for wider participation of students in addition to the regular programmes, if so, the details thereof;
- (b) the details of various courses currently offered by the said campus, including diploma, degree and research-level programmes;
- (c) the  status  of  establishment  of  its  permanent  campus  in  the  said  State  along  with  the timelines fixed for its completion; and
- (d) whether  the  said  University  has  faced  any  problems/challenges  with  regard  to  land allocation, infrastructure or coordination from the State Government, if so, the details thereof along with the steps being taken by the Government to address the same?

## ANSWER

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

- (a) & (b):  Central  Sanskrit  University,  Delhi  is  offering  Regular  as  well  as  Open  and Distance Learning courses through online mode. The University has more than 5,000 students learning Sanskrit and Indian Knowledge System (IKS) through open/distance learning courses. However, no open/distance courses are being conducted in the Vedvyas Campus, Balahar, Himachal Pradesh. The courses offered in the Vedvyas campus is as under.

| Regular Courseoffered by CSU, Vedvyas campus,   | Diploma Course offered by CSU, Vedvyas campus,   |
|-------------------------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| Prakshastri (+2)                                | Diploma in Yogic Science                         |
| Shastri (B.A.)                                  | Diploma in Karmakanda andPaurohitya              |
| Shastri Pratishtha (BA Honour)                  | Diploma in Yoga Naturopathy and Dietetics        |
| Acharya (Post Graduation)                       |                                                  |
| Shiksha-Shastri (B.Ed.)                         |                                                  |
| Vidyavaridhi (Ph.D)                             |                                                  |

(c) The Vedvyas campus is a permanent campus of Central Sanskrit University. The campus has  completed the  academic and  administrative  blocks, Girls'  Hostel,  staff  quarters,  and  the Director's residence andthe construction of the Boys Hostel is likely to be completed by the end of December, 2025.

- (d) No. There are no issues or problems with the State Government.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 52 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-01
Subject: Consolidation of Public Sector Banks
Ministry: FINANCE
Asked by: Dr. Amol Ramsing Kolhe, Shri Mohite Patil Dhairyasheel Rajsinh, Shri Murari Lal Meena

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

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 52

ANSWERED ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2025/10 AGRAHAYANA, 1947 (SAKA)

## Consolidation of Public Sector Banks

- 52 . SHRI MOHITE PATIL DHAIRYASHEEL RAJSINH: DR. AMOL RAMSING KOLHE: SHRI MURARI LAL MEENA:

Will the Minister of FINANCE be pleased to state:

(a) whether the Government proposes to further consolidate Public Sector Banks (PSBs) in order to enhance their operational efficiency, financial stability and global competitiveness and if so, the details of the consolidation plan and its expected timeline;

- (b) whether any Public Sector Banks operating in the State of Maharashtra are likely to be affected by the proposed consolidation and if so, the details thereof, including the names of the banks, their branches and the districts in which they operate;

(c) whether the Government has conducted any assessment regarding the potential impact of the proposed bank mergers on customers, employees and rural banking services in the said State, particularly in semi-urban and rural districts, if so, the details thereof; and

(d) whether the proposed consolidation is likely to lead to reduction in workforce or closure of  branches in  economically  backward  or remote  regions  of the  said  State and  if  so,  the measures  being  taken  to  prevent  adverse  effects  on  employment  and  public  access  to banking services?

## ANSWER

THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR FINANCE (SHRI PANKAJ CHAUDHARY)

- (a) to (d): Presently, no proposal on merger or consolidation of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) is under consideration of the Government.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 45 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-01
Subject: Reservation for SC/ST/OBCs and EWSs in Joint Ventures/Subsidiaries
Ministry: CORPORATE AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri Dharmendra Yadav

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS LOK SABHA

## UN-STARRED QUESTION NO. 45 ANSWERED on Monday, December 01, 2025

Reservation for SC/ST/OBCs and EWSs in Joint Ventures/Subsidiaries

## QUESTION

45. Shri Dharmendra Yadav  :

Will the Minister of CORPORATE AFFAIRS be pleased to state:

- (a) the details of appointments made  in joint ventures and subsidiaries where public  sector undertakings hold 51 per  cent or more stake during the last three years and the current year;
- (b) whether there is no reservation for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes and Economically Weaker Sections in joint ventures and subsidiaries where public sector undertakings hold 51 per cent or more stake;
- (c) if so, the reasons therefor;
- (d) whether the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has recommended to implement all the guidelines of the Government in joint  ventures  and  subsidiaries  where  public  sector  undertakings hold 51 per cent or more stake; and
- (e)  if  so,  the  time  by  which  the  Reservation  Act  is  likely  to  be implemented by the Government in joint ventures and subsidiaries where public sector undertakings hold 51 per cent or more stake?

## 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): Section 203 of Companies Act, 2013 deals with appointments of Whole time key Managerial personnel such as Managing Directors,

Company  Secretary,  and  Chief  Financial  Officer.  In  view  of  these legal provisions no such information is maintained. (b) & (c): Does not arise in view of above. (d) & (e): As per information received from Comptroller and Auditor General of India, there are no specific recommendations relating to implementation of Reservation Act in joint ventures and subsidiaries where  the  shareholding  of  public  sector  undertakings  is  51%  or more.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 44 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-01
Subject: Niveshak Shivir
Ministry: CORPORATE AFFAIRS
Asked by: Shri Jashubhai Bhilubhai Rathva

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA

## MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 44

## ANSWERED ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2025/AGRAHAYANA 10, 1947 (SAKA)

## NIVESHAK SHIVIR

44. SHRI JASHUBHAI BHILUBHAI RATHVA:

Will the Minister of CORPORATE AFFAIRS bepleased to state:

- (a)    the  total  number  of  claimants  and  stakeholders  participated  in  the  event  which took place on 1st June, 2025;
- (b) the role of trained officials and dedicated kiosks in facilitating claim submissions and resolving investor queries; (c) whether the Government plans to develop further educational materials/digital tools to support investors in future; (d)  if so, the details thereof; and
- (e ) the anticipated impact of this event on reducing the volume of unclaimed investors' fund nationwide?

## ANSWER

MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF CORPORATE AFFAIRS AND MINISTRY OF ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS

(SHRI HARSH MALHOTRA)

(a)&(b):The 'NiveshakShivir' event  held  on  June  1,  2025,  witnessed  registrations  of approximately 450 participants. IEPFA-trained personnel facilitated end-to-end process, including registration, filing of the IEPF-5 form and use of the search facility. Dedicated kiosks managed by representatives from SEBI, depositories (NSDL & CDSL), stock  exchanges  (NSE  &  BSE),  and  88  participating  companies  through  their  RTAs enabled a one-stop resolution platform. In addition, ready assistance and personalized guidance were also extended to the participants.

(c)&(d): The IEPFA continues to develop and enhance educational materials for investors  from  time  to  time.    The  education  materials  are  disseminated  through various investor awareness camps and workshops as well as social media and other digital platforms.  These resources are regularly updated to ensure that they remain current, relevant, and accessible to all investors.

(e): By  facilitating  direct  interaction  between  investors,  companies  and  Registrar and Transfer Agents (RTAs), the initiative enables timely resolution of issues related to KYC, nomination, and dematerialisation.  On-the-spot assistance helps investors to reclaim the shares and dividends from the companies as well as IEPFA.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 42 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-01
Subject: Strengthening of Insurance Regulation Framework
Ministry: FINANCE
Asked by: Shri Parshottambhai Rupala

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

## LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION No. 42

ANSWERED ON MONDAY, 1 st  DECEMBER, 2025/AGRAHAYANA 10, 1947 (SAKA)

## Strengthening of Insurance Regulation Framework

## 42. SHRI PARSHOTTAMBHAI RUPALA:

Will the Minister of FINANCE be pleased to state:

- (a) whether the Government has taken any action on the representation regarding the Study Report from  the  Seoul  Center  for  Finance  and  Innovation,  World  Bank's  Finance  Division,  titled 'Establishing Efficient and Effective Insurance Guarantee Schemes';
- (b) if so, the details thereof;
- (c)  whether  the  Government  proposes  to  revise  or  amend  the  Insurance  Regulatory  and Development Authority (IRDA) Act to strengthen the regulation of the insurance sector; if so, the details thereof; and
- (d) whether the Government has taken any action on the representation submitted for legislative analysis of IRDA; and
- (e) if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

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

- (a)  and  (b):  The  Study  Report  on  'Establishing  Efficient  and  Effective  Insurance  Guarantee Schemes' focuses on creation of Insurance Guarantee Schemes (IGSs) based on international best practices, with a view to protect the policyholders and maintain public confidence and stability in the insurance sector.

As per the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI), the mechanism to address  occurrence  of  insolvency  of  insurance  companies  is  in  place  in  India  which  includes maintenance of minimum solvency margin, maintenance of sufficient reserves for reported as well as for incurred but not reported liabilities/claims and reserves for future estimated claims. Thus, the solvency norms, investment regulations and policyholder protection regulations are in place in the country in this regard.

- (c) to (e): Amendment of IRDA Act, 1999 is a part of the proposed amendments to the Insurance Laws which are under consideration of the Government. Further, the international best practices and  regulatory  frameworks  of  various  countries  have  been  analysed  and  incorporated  while drafting the proposed amendments

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Lok Sabha Question No. 38 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-01
Subject: Study of Health Issues of Employees in IT Sector
Ministry: LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT
Asked by: Shri S Venkatesan

## MINISTRY OF LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA LOK SABHA

## UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 38 TO BE ANSWERED ON 01.12.2025

## STUDY OF HEALTH ISSUES OF EMPLOYEES IN IT SECTOR

## 38. SHRI S VENKATESAN:

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

- (a)whether  the  Government  is  aware  of  the  increasing  reports  of overwork,  stress-related  disorders  and  other  occupational  health issues among employees working in the Information Technology (IT) and Information Technology Enabled Services (ITES) sectors and if
- so, the details thereof;
- (b)whether  any  comprehensive  study  has  been  undertaken  by  the Government to assess the physical and mental health conditions of employees in these sectors and if so, the details thereof; and
- (c)if not, whether the Government proposes to constitute a committee consisting  of  health  experts,  representatives  of  trade  unions  and officials from the Ministry of Labour to examine the said issues and recommend appropriate measures in this regard?

## ANSWER

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

(a) to (c): 'Labour',  being  a  subject  under  the  Concurrent  List,  is regulated by both the State Governments and the Central Government within their respective jurisdictions. In the Central sphere, enforcement  is  carried  out  by  inspecting  officers  of  the  Central Industrial  Relations  Machinery  (CIRM),  while  in  the  State  sphere, compliance is ensured through the State Labour Machinery.

As per the existing labour laws, the working conditions in most private sector establishments, including those in the IT and ITES sectors,  are  governed  by  the  Shops  and  Establishments  Acts,  for which the appropriate Government is the State Government.

Further, the Central Government has enacted the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSH&WC) Code, 2020 which has been enforced w.e.f. 21.11.2025 to safeguard the health, safety, and  well-being  of  persons  employed  across  sectors  including  the

Information Technology and IT enabled services establishments.

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Lok Sabha Question No. 36 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-01
Subject: Historical Importance of Sithannavasal
Ministry: CULTURE
Asked by: Ms. S Jothimani

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF CULTURE

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.36

ANSWERED ON 01.12.2025

## HISTORICAL IMPORTANCE OF SITHANNAVASAL

## 36. MS. S. JOTHIMANI:

Will the Minister of CULTURE be pleased to state:

- (a) whether  the  Government  is  aware  of  the  historical and  archaeological  importance  of Sithannavasal located in Viralimalai Assembly Constituency in Tamil Nadu, an ancient Jain site  known for its  7th-century  rock-cut cave temple and mural paintings, among the earliest examples of Indian fresco art;
- (b) whether the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) or the State Archaeology Department has taken steps for its conservation, research and promotion, if so, the details thereof;
- (c) whether  the  Government  proposes  to  improve  infrastructure  such  as  road  access,  visitor amenities, interpretation centers and tourist facilities at the site;
- (d) if so, the details and timeline for its implementation;
- (e) whether Sithannavasal is included or under consideration for national or international tourism campaigns or heritage circuits, if not, the reasons therefor; and
- (f) whether the Government is likely to consider a comprehensive plan to enhance Sithannavasal's visibility and accessibility as a heritage tourism destination, if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?

## ANSWER

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

- (a) Sittanavasal  is  a  monument  of  national  importance  under  the  care  and  maintenance  of Archaeological  Survey  of  India  (ASI),  located  in  the  Viralimalai  Assembly  Constituency, Pudukkottai district, Tamil Nadu bears significant historical and archaeological importance . It includes rock shelter featuring Jain ascetic stone beds and Tamil-Brahmi inscriptions , the 7th-9th century CE rock-cut cave temple with rare early mural paintings etc. reflecting early Jain characters and ancient art traditions.
- (b) The  ASI  has  taken  continuous  steps  for  the conservation,  research,  and  promotion  of  the Sittanavasal  monuments . ASI  ensures  conservation  through  special  repair  works,  annual maintenance  and  upkeep  based  on  requirement. The mural  paintings  are  in  good  state  of preservation.  Further,  the  cultural  awareness  programmes  are  carried  out  by  the  circle involving local public, student for better understanding and promotion of heritage.

(c)&

At  present,  there  is  no  proposal  for  additional  infrastructure  development  at  Sittanavasal

.

- (d) However,  the  site  is  already  equipped  with  essential  tourist  facilities  like toilet  blocks, drinking water, QR-code enabled signage, cultural and monument protection notice boards, stone benches, publication counter, motorable road access , etc.
- (e)& No such proposal is under consideration at present.

(f)

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Lok Sabha Question No. 35 (UNSTARRED), answered on 2025-12-01
Subject: Gold Loan Guidelines
Ministry: FINANCE
Asked by: Shri Balashowry Vallabhaneni

## GOVERNMENT OF INDIA MINISTRY OF FINANCE

## DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES

## LOK SABHA UNSTARRED QUESTION NO. 35

ANSWERED ON MONDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2025/ AGRAHAYANA 10, 1947 (SAKA)

## Gold Loan Guidelines

## 35. SHRI BALASHOWRY VALLABHANENI:

Will the Minister of FINANCE be pleased to state:

- (a) whether it is true that RBI has recently issued draft Gold Loan Guidelines;
- (b) if so, the details thereof;
- (c) the details of directions proposed by RBI in the guidelines which are impacting gold loans taken by small, marginal and small- ticket borrowers;
- (d) whether Department of Financial Services suggested RBI that small- ticket borrowers below Rs. 2 lakhs be excluded from the requirements of the proposed guidelines; and
- (e) whether RBI complied with the request made by DFS, if so, the details thereof?

## ANSWER

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

(a) to (e): Yes, the draft Directions on Lending Against Gold Collateral had been issued by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on 9.4.2025 for public comments.

RBI  was  requested  to  consider ,  inter  alia ,  exclusion  of  small  ticket  borrowers,  including farmers,  from  the  then  proposed  linkage  of  sanction  amount  with  repayment  capacity  of borrower along with necessity of proof of ownership/ relevant document.

RBI  has  since  issued  comprehensive  Directions  on  Lending  Against  Gold  and  Silver Collateral on 6.6.2025, taking into consideration comments/ feedback received from various stakeholders, to create a principle-based harmonized regulatory framework and to address prudential and conduct-related gaps across all regulated entities (REs) for loans against gold and silver collateral.

Further, these directions apply to all loans offered by RE for the purpose of consumption or income generation (including farm credit) where eligible gold or silver collateral is accepted as a collateral security.

The salient features of the Directions, inter alia , include:

- (i) Detailed  credit  assessment,  including  assessment  of  borrower's  repayment capacity to be undertaken in case the total loan amount is above ₹2.5 lakh to a borrower;
- (ii) Maximum  permissible  Loan  to  value  ratio  not  to  exceed  85  per  cent  for maximum total consumption loan amount of ₹2.5 lakh;
- (iii) All communication with the borrower to be in the language of the region or in a language chosen by the borrower; and
- (iv) Renewal of bullet repayment loans on payment of accrued interest, if any.

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