Question : NCCF PURCHASE SCAM IN DMS

(a) whether the Union Government has recieved requests from State Governments to release additional amount under various Centrally Sponsored Agricultural Schemes;

(b) if so, the details thereof, State-wise;

(c) the funds sanctioned/released for the purpose, State-wise;

(d) whether the amount sanctioned in Budget during 2002-03 has since been utilised by these States;

(e) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor; and

(f) the steps taken to ensure full utilisation of the Budget allocation?

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI HUKUMDEO NARAYAN YADAV)

(a) : Yes, Sir.

(b) to (d): Action on the basis of the preliminary enquiry report is being taken.