Question : DEVELOPMENT OF REFUGEES COLONIES



(a) whether the Government has received any proposal from the State Government of West Bengal regarding development of refugee colonies in the State;

(b) if so, the details in this regard; and

(c) the action taken by the Government thereon?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI MANIKRAO HODLYA GAVIT)

(a) & (b): Yes, Sir. A proposal, seeking an amount of Rs.75 crore as Additional Central Assistance in the State Plan Outlay, for development of infrastructure facilities in plots for rural colonies of displaced persons in West Bengal, has been submitted by the Government of West Bengal to the Planning Commission.

(c) The proposal is with the Planning Commission.