(a) the composition of Indian contingent for Sydney Olympics with the details of official delegation;
(b) the details of expenditure incurred in this connection;
(c) whether some State Governments had also sent their contingents separately; and
(d) if so, the number thereof and expenditure incurred thereon, State-wise?
THE MINISTER OF YOUTH AFFIARS AND SPORTS (SUSHREE UMA BHARTI)
(a) On the recommendation of Indian Olympic Association, Government of India approved contingent of 123 persons (71 sports persons, 28 persons in the category of Coaches, Doctors, Masseurs, 2 youth campers and 22
persons in the category of Managers) in Olympic Games, 2000. A nine member official delegation (in two batches) witnessed the Sydney Olympic Games.
(b) Government of India sanctioned Rs.64,40,175/- to Indian Olympic Association and released Rs.58.00 lakhs as first installment. This amount was sanctioned for out of pocket expenses; Ceremonial dress and rowing charges for hiring of boat.
As regards expenditure on Official delegation an expenditure of Rs.31.02 lakhs were incurred towards air passage cost, DA, Contingencies, gift, tickets and accommodation. The Bills in respect of local transport and reception are yet to be received from Indian Mission in Sydney.
(c) In Olympics only national contingents are allowed participation. States cannot send contingent to Olympics.
(d) Does not arise.