Question : CLOSING OF BSNL OFFICES

(a) whether the BSNL has closed down some of its offices in the country;

(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor, separately for urban and rural areas, State-wise;

(c) whether the public is facing difficulties as a result of closing down of these offices; and

(d) if so, the details thereof and the action taken by the Government in this regard?

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (SHRI GURUDAS KAMAT)

(a) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) has not closed down any office in the country. However, some offices have been relocated / shifted due to administrative reasons.

(b) to (d) Do not arise in view of (a) above.