(a) whether any Centrally sponsored scheme for promotion of tissue culture was promoted in
Gujarat;
(b) if so, the details thereof during the last three years; and
(c) the funds allocated for the purpose during the above period?
(a) whether any Centrally sponsored scheme for promotion of tissue culture was promoted in
Gujarat;
(b) if so, the details thereof during the last three years; and
(c) the funds allocated for the purpose during the above period?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI KANTI LAL BHURIA)
(a): Yes, Sir. A Centrally Sponsored Scheme on `Macro-Management in Agriculture-
Supplementation/Complementation of State Efforts` through Work Plan` is being implemented
in the country including Gujarat. Under this scheme a program on Integrated Development of
Fruits including Promotion of Tissue Culture is being implemented.
(b): Two proposals were received during 2003-04 on Establishment of Tussue Culture Unit
which are under consideration of State Government.
(c): An amount of Rs.250.00 lakhs sanctioned for implementation of Integrated Development
of Fruits during the Year 2004-05 by Govt. of Gujarat including the program on Promotion of
Tissue Culture.