(a) whether the Government is aware that Karur in Tamil Nadu is the leading producer
of mosquito nets and huge quantities are exported to various parts of the country
and abroad;
(b) if so, whether the Government is aware of the severe problems faced by the
manufacturers and traders of mosquito nets due to smuggling of nylon from
neighbouring countries viz., Bangladesh and Bhutan;
(c) if so, the action taken by the Government thereon; and
(d) the steps taken by the Government to protect the interests of manufacturers, traders
and workers engaged in the production of mosquito nets in Karur and to boost its
production and sales?