Question : INSPECTION OF PROJECTS IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR



(a) whether the proposed meeting between representatives of India and Pakistan has taken place recently;

(b) if so, whether the Pakistani side demanded inspection of some projects in Jammu and Kashmir; and

(c) if so, the details thereof?

Answer given by the minister


THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF WATER RESOURCES (SMT. BIJOYA CHAKRAVARTY)

(a) The Permanent Indus Commission held its last meeting (87th ) in New Delhi from 28th May to 1st June, 2002.


(b) & (c) The Pakistan Commissioner requested during the meeting to arrange the Special Tour of Inspection to Salal, Baghlihar and Dulhasti Plants on the river Chenab in the State of Jammu and Kashmir. This tour has not taken place so far.