(a) whether there is any shortage of skilled artisans with the Archaeological Survey of India for restoration of the ancient monuments;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the steps taken by the Government for recruiting skilled artisans ?
(a) whether there is any shortage of skilled artisans with the Archaeological Survey of India for restoration of the ancient monuments;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the steps taken by the Government for recruiting skilled artisans ?
MINISTER FOR INFORMATION & BROADCASTING AND CULTURE( SHRI S. JAIPAL REDDY )
(a) & (b) the Archaeological Survey of India engages skilled artisans against specific works in their annual works programme. Except occasional shortages of highly skilled artisans, no difficulties are experienced in this regard.
( c) The Government does not recruit the skilled artisans as regular employees; as stated above, they are engaged against specific works as and when need arises.