(a) whether the Government are aware that a number of PCR drivers were found unfit during recent driving Tests by Government approved Indian Institute of Driver Training and Research as reported in Times of India dated February 16, 2003;
(b) if so, the facts of the matter alongwith number of PCR drivers who failed to even clear the basic driving Test;
(c) the reaction of the Government thereto; and
(d) the steps proposed to be taken to ensure perfect drivers for PCR Vans?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PERSONNEL, PUBLIC GRIEVANCES AND PENSIONS (SHRI HARIN PATHAK)
(a) to (d): The drivers of Delhi Police are regularly deputed to attend refresher courses conducted by the Institute of Driving Training and Research to upgrade their skills. Of the 322 drivers of PCR Vans who attended this training course, 19 did not score the minimum 60% marks required to clear the test. It has been decided to depute them for training again.