(a) the number of development projects underway at present with Central
assistance in the North-Eastern Region (NER) State-wise;
(b) the number out of them which have been delayed for over three years and
for less than three years but more than one year alongwith the reasons for the
delay, project-wise;
(c) whether responsibility has been fixed on those responsible for the serious
delays in the execution of development projects; and
(d) if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE (INDEPENDENT CHARGE) IN THE MINISTRY OF DEVELOPMENT OF NORTH EASTERN REGION(SHRI PABAN SINGH GHATOWAR)
(a) to (d) The Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region sanctions the
developmental projects in North Eastern Region under Non-Lapsable Central Pool of
Resources (NLCPR) scheme, Special Bodo Territorial Council (BTC) Package and also
through North Eastern Council. The State-wise details of total projects underway under
NLCPR scheme and those delayed by more than three years and less than three years but
more than one year are enclosed at Annexure - I.
Details of development projects underway at present with central assistance through
the North Eastern Council and those delayed by more than three years and less than three
years but more than one year are enclosed at Annexure - II.
The projects are implemented by State Governments. The main reason for their delay,
inter-alia, includes limitation of technical & professional expertise, the restricted
working season due to prolonged rainy season in the North Eastern Region and prevailing
law and order situation in some areas of North Eastern Region.