(a) whether the request of the State Government of Gujarat for enhancement of
allocation of funds under Swajaldhara Yojana is still pending with the Union
Government;
(b) if so, the reasons therefor and the action being taken in the matter; and
(c) the time by which the request is likely to be met so as to enable the State
Government to implement the aforesaid Yojana effectively?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT (SHRI A.NARENDRA)
(a) No, Sir.
(b) & (c) As per the Swajaldhara Guidelines, State-wise allocations are made at the
beginning of the year as per a laid down criteria. At the end of the financial year, subject
to savings and performance of a State, additional allocations are considered. Government
of Gujarat had submitted proposals for additional funds during 2004-05 and 2005-06. At
the end of each financial year, Gujarat was allocated an additional amount of Rs. 1173.67
lakhs during 2004-05 and Rs. 543.21 lakhs during 2005-06, from the savings of
Swajaldhara.