(a) the number of night shelters in the country and the number out of them run by the
Government separately, State-wise;
(b) whether these night shelters, especially those run by the Government lack basic
facilities required during summer/winter/rainy-season;
(c) if so, the reasons therefor; and
(d) the steps taken by the Government to improve the condition of these shelters?
THE MINISTER OF HOUSING & URBAN POVERTY ALLEVIATION (AJAY MAKEN)
(a): ‘Land’ and ‘Colonisation’ are State subjects, therefore it is the primary responsibility
of State Governments to provide shelters to houseless households. Government of India does not
run any night shelters nor does the Government of India maintain details of night shelters in
the country.
(b) to (d): In light of the above, Questions do not arise.