Question : CLOSURE OF MEDIA UNITS



(a) whether Expenditure Reforms Commission has recommended the closure of several media units/organisations/offices and also rationalization of staff strength;

(b) if so, the details thereof indicating the names of units which have recommended for closure; and

(c) the number of employees likely to be affected as a result thereof and the steps taken to protect their interests?

Answer given by the minister

THE MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF INFORMATION AND BROADCASTING AND MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF LAW, JUSTICE AND COMPANY AFFAIRS (SHRI ARUN JAITLEY)

(a): No , Sir..

(b) & (c): Do not arise.