Question : STP OFFICE IN TAMIL NADU

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(a) whether it is proposed to exclude jurisdiction of Tamil Nadu from office of Director Software Park, Hyderabad and set up an exclusive office in Tamil Nadu;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) if not the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY(SHRI PRAMOD MAHAJAN)

(a) and (b): During 1995, Software Technology Park of India(STPI) had set up an office in Chennai. The center was made independent in August, 2000. Director, STPI, Chennai is the Jurisdictional Director of Tamilnadu providing statutory support to the software industry under STP scheme.

(c): Does not arise.