(a) whether the Geeta Krishnan Committee has recommended the complete
closure of the Film Division, Regional Publicity Directorate, Song and Drama
Division, and Photo Division;
(b) if so, the details thereof; and
(c) the reaction of the Government thereon?
THE MINISTER OF INFORMATION AND BROADCASTING (SMT. SUSHMA SWARAJ)
(a)&(b): A copy of relevant portion of the 2nd Report of Expenditure Reforms
Commission, headed by Shri K P Geethakrishnan, relating to the Ministry of
Information and Broadcasting has been received. It has recommended
rationalization of functions, activities and structure of the Media Units like
Films Division, Directorate of Field Publicity, Song and Drama Division, and
Photo Division.
(c): The report is being examined.