Question : REDUCTION IN CODE NUMBERS

(a) the number of total S.T.D. codes in the country;

(b) whether the Government are contemplating to reduce the code numbers;

(c) if so, the reasons therefor;

(d) the details of the facilities proposed to be provided as a result of reducing the STD code number; and

(e) by when it is likely to be implemented?

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY(SHRIMATI SUMITRA MAHAJAN)

(a) At present, the total number of S.T.D codes in the country is 2645.

(b) No, Sir.

(c) to (e) Do not arise in view of (b) above.