(a) the number of space research centres in the country as on date along with the locations thereof;
(b) whether the Government proposes to set up new space research centres across the country;
(c) if so, the details thereof;
(d) whether the Government proposes to enhance grants for space research in the Twelfth Five Year Plan; and
(e) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PERSONNEL, PG & PENSIONS AND IN THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE (SHRI V. NARAYANASAMY):
(a) There are Twenty Four (24) space research centres in the country as on date. The list showing the details, location
wise, is given in Annexure-1.
(b) No, Madam. At present there are no plans to set up new space research centres in the country.
(c) Does not arise.
(d) Yes, Madam.
(e) A plan outlay of Rs.39,750/- crore has been proposed for the space research by the Department of Space/ Indian
Space Research Organisation in the 12th Five Year Plan, as compared to an expenditure of `15,195/- crore in the 11th Five
Year Plan.