(a) whether the Government proposes to use vacant land in cantonment areas for commercial purposes;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the benefits likely to accrue to the army as a result thereof; and
(c) if not, the reasons therefor?
(a) whether the Government proposes to use vacant land in cantonment areas for commercial purposes;
(b) if so, the details thereof and the benefits likely to accrue to the army as a result thereof; and
(c) if not, the reasons therefor?
MINISTER OF STATE (DR. SUBHASH BHAMRE)
IN THE MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
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(a) to (c): As per existing rules, policy and instructions, A-1 defence land under Army in Cantonment cannot be used for any purpose other than military. All A-1 defence land held with Army including such land in Cantonment areas has its planned usages keeping in mind the future strategic, operational and security needs of the nation. Certain land which appears to be vacant is actually used for training, camping, sports, mobilization purpose etc. besides being earmarked for Key Location Plan (KLP) and for future expansion. The vacant land which are under the management of Cantonment Boards are kept reserved for municipal purposes.
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