Question : MPLAD FUNDS



(a) whether the funds from MPLAD Scheme can be released for providing computer to schools;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether there has been any delay in providing computers to schools under the Scheme; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF THE STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) IN THE MINISTRY OF STATISTICS AND PROGRAMME IMPLEMENTATION (SHRI G.K. VASAN)

(a) & (b):As per the Guidelines on MPLADS, funds can be released, under the Scheme, for purchase of computers for Government as well as Government aided educational institutions.

(c) & (d):No instances of delay in providing computers to schools have come to the notice of this Ministry.