Question : HOUSING SCHEME FOR FISHERMEN

(a) whether the Union Government has received a proposal of Rs. 266.26 lakhs from the State Government of Madhya Pradesh for housing scheme for fishermen under the Central Sponsored Scheme of welfare of fishermen and Rs. 133.00 lakhs has been released while the remaining amount of Rs. 133.26 lakhs is still awaited; and

(b) if so, the time by which the remaining amount is likely to be sanctioned and released?

THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR AGRICULTURE AND FOOD PROCESSING INDUSTRIES (DR.CHARAN DAS MAHANT)

(a): Yes, Madam.

(b): The balance amount will be released to the State Government of Madhya Pradesh after physical and financial progress report of the first installment is received by the Union Government.