(a) whether the Government of Uttaranchal has demanded a lump-sum amount as
assistance for development of the State particularly of Haridwar and Nainital;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether the Union Government has taken any comprehensive steps in this regard;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PLANNING (SHRI M.V. RAJASEKHARAN)
(a) to (e): The Government of Uttaranchal is proposing Annual Plans for the development of
the State including of Haridwar and Nainital. The size of Annual Plan is decided on the basis
of availability of resources for various projects / programmes and state specific needs. The
size of Annual Plans 2004-05 and 2005-06 were finalized at Rs. 1810.40 crore and Rs. 2700
crore respectively. Besides, additionality of Rs. 20.47 crore were provided during Annual
Plan 2004-05. It is also mentioned that for Haridwar Ardha Kumbh Mela, an amount of Rs.
135 crore was provided for creation of infrastructure.