Question : ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIVITIES BY BSNL



(a) whether Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited has sought partners to administer its activities in various States ;

(b) whether the BSNL wants to hive off its operations in Andhra Pradesh to private companies ;

(c) if so, the reasons therefor;

(d) whether any offers have been received by the Government in this regard ;

(e) if so, the details thereof; and

(f) the time by which such privatization is likely to come into force ?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS (SHRI TAPAN SIKDAR)

(a) & (b): No, Sir.

(c) Does not arise in view of (a) & (b) above.

(d) No, Sir.

(e) & (f): Does not arise in view of (d) above.