Question : RURAL ELECTRIFICATION

(a) whether rural electrification has been included in basic minimum services under Pradhan Mantri Gramodaya Yojana (PMGY) from the year 2001-04;

(b) if so, the details thereof and the achievements made in this regard during the period, State-wise; and

(c) the number of villages proposed to be electrified in the country under PMGY during the current year?

THE MINISTER OF POWER ( SHRI P.M. SAYEED )

(a) : Yes, Sir.

(b) to (c) : Information is being collected from the States.