Question : STATE SUPPORT CENTRES

(a) whether the Union Government proposes to set up State Support Centres (SSCs) for Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country;

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

(c) whether computerisation of these Centres have also been initiated; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

MINISTER OF PANCHAYATI RAJ(SHRI MANI SHANKAR AIYAR)

(a) & (b): No, Sir. There is no such proposal in Ministry of Panchayati Raj to set up State Support Centres (SSCs) for Panchayati Raj Institutions in the country;

(c) & (d): Do not arise;