(a) the performance of PSUs located in Andhra Pradesh during each of the last three years; and
(b) the steps being taken by the Government to improve their performance?
(a) the performance of PSUs located in Andhra Pradesh during each of the last three years; and
(b) the steps being taken by the Government to improve their performance?
MINISTER OF STATE FOR HEAVY INDUSTRIES AND PUBLIC ENTERPRISES (DR. VALLABHBHAI KATHIRIA)
(a): As per Public Enterprises Survey 1998-99, which was laid in the Lok Sabha on 10.3.2000, there were 12 Central Public Sector Undertakings located in Andhra Pradesh as on 31.3.99. The performance of PSUs, including those located in Andhra Pradesh, in terms of turnover and profitability during the period 1996-97 to 1998-99, is given in the Public Enterprises Survey 1998-99.
(b): Enterprise specific steps are taken by the Government/PSUs for performance improvement. However, some common steps include periodical review of the performance by the concerned administrative Ministries/Departments; financial and business restructuring; formation of joint ventures; technology upgradation; modernization of plant and machinery; enhanced capacity utilization; improved marketing strategies; cost control; optimization of inventories; rationalisation of manpower; etc.