Question : SCHEME FOR DIGGING OF TUBEWELLS



(a) whether the Government has started scheme for digging of tubewells of medium depth in certain districts of States and have allocated funds for the purpose;

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

(c) the total number of tubewells to be installed and the quantum of expenditure to be incurred on this by the Government; and

(d) by when the work is likely to be completed?

Answer given by the minister

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF WATER RESOURCES (SHRI JAI PRAKASH NARAYAN YADAV)

(a) Ministry of Water Resources has not started any scheme for digging of tubewells in States.

(b) to (d) Do not arise.