(a) whether Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) project under Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) are being given grants from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) in respect of the salary of the staff;
(b) if so, whether the employees of KVKs under NGOs have been given revised pay scales and arrears with effect from January 1, 1996; and
(c) if not the reasons therefor?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE (SHRI HUKUMDEO NARAYAN YADAV)
(a) Yes, Sir.
(b) & (c): ICAR has adopted revised pay scale for the staff working in ICAR. The staff of KVKs under NGOs are borne in the establishment of the concerned organization, and have the flexibility with regard to the adoption of pay scales for their staff. However, ICAR financial support is limited to ICAR revised pay scales.