Question : DEVELOPMENT OF AREAS UNDER JNNURM



(a) whether the Government proposes to make contribution to the cantonment boards and other local boards for the development of cantonment areas covered under the Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF URBAN DEVELOPMENT (SHRI SAUGATA ROY)

(a) to (c): Keeping in view the need for comprehensive city planning the Ministry has advised the cities to take into account the infrastructure requirements of cantonment areas especially with reference to water supply, sewerage solid waste management etc. while preparing and/ or revising City Development Plans (CDPs) under Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM).