INDEX

SN Sub-head Page No 1 Agriculture 2-17 2 Animal Husbandry 18-22 3 Civil Aviation 23-26 4 Cooperation 27-36 5 Cultural Affairs 37-42 6 Dairy Development 43-47 7 Defence Services Welfare 48-56 8 Education 57-66 9 Employment Genration 67-69 10 Fisheries 70-72 11 Finance 73-75 12 Food & Civil Supplies 76-79 13 Forestry & Wildlife 80-84 14 General Administration & Personnel 85-86 15 Health 87-100 16 Higher Education 101-110 17 Home 111-116 18 Housing & Urban Development 117-126 19 Information and Publicity 127-130 20 Industry & Commerce 131-137 21 Information & Technology 138-145 22 Irrigation 146-159 23 Labour Welfare 160-161 24 Local Government 162-179 25 Medical Education & Research 180-185 26 Planning 186-191 27 Power 192-201 28 Revenue & Relief 202-206 29 Roads & Bridges 207-222 30 Rural Development & Panchayats 223-237 31 Science & Technology 238-254 32 Social Security, Women & Child Development 255-259 33 Sports and Youth Services 260-261 34 Excise & Taxation 262-263 35 Technical Education & Industrial Training 264-275 36 Tourism 276-286 37 Transport 287-290 38 Water Supply & Sanitation 291-304 39 Welfare of Scheduled Castes/Backward Classes 305-320

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1. AGRICULTURE

1.1 Contract farming – (1) Bring targeted area under contract farming and (2) Legislation to protect the Contractual Rights of Farmers under Contract Farming (FM Budget Speech)

Scope of work- o To increase area under identified Rabi and Kharif crops. o To amend the law for contract farming for protecting the interests of farmers as per recommendations of Farmers Commission.

Progress so far- o During 2006-07 against the target of 3.66 lac acres an area of 3.38 lac acres has been brought under Basmati, Maize, Guar crops, Hyola, Sunflower, Malting, Barley, Spring Maize, and Durum Wheat etc. Details at Annexure 1.1. o During 2007-08 target is to bring 3.43 lakh acres under contract farming. o As regards Law for Contract Farming, including enforcement of contract and other related provisions, Punjab Agriculture Produce Market Act, 1961 would be amended to provide for establishment of private markets, their regulation and other related issues. In this regard, a Committee is being constituted by the Department of Agriculture to finalize the issue.

Target Date- 31/3/2008

1.2 Expedite implementation of Reliance and Bharti Projects (FM Budget Speech)

Scope of work - Expedite work on Reliance and Bharti Projects.

Progress – Reliance Project o MOU between Govt and M/s RIL has been signed on 1/8/2006. The project aims at direct linkage between the Farm and the Fork through elimination of middle man and application of improved post-harvest

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technologies. Ir seeks to establish state-of-the-art demonstration farms with world-class technology. There is a provision for setting up Rural Business Hubs in the state which will provide comprehensive range of products and services to the rural community. Reliance will also set up milk collection, processing and distribution centre. o It will initially invest a sum of Rs 500 crore and provide direct and indirect employment to 30,000 persons. o 5 Rural Business Hubs(RBH) will be set up in the first phase and increased to 50 RBHs upto Dec 2008 and 300 satellite RBHs. o Hyper super markets in cities with a network of 10,000 retailers. o Spread the production of Agri Produce area to 3,00,000 acres for marketing and processing. Procure 9 lac tones of grains for domestic and overseas marketing. o Aims to grow/process over 2,00,000 tones of horticulture produce with a wider mix. in its 20 processing facilities. Procure and process 7 lac litres of milk per day from 1,50,000 farmers. o The Cabinet in its meeting held on 26/6/2006 approved the MOU for Reliance. It was decided to transfer the following lands to Reliance – - 150 acres of land at Ladhowal owned by Punjab Land Development Reclamation Corporation on lease for Rs 16,000 per acre per annum for 30 yeaRs - Provision of transfer of Panchayat Land to Reliance and other companies desirous of setting up Mega Agriculture Projects. - 293 acres of PSIEC land at Malout, Abohar, Mansa, Mukatsar and Tanda for Rs 36.77 crore i.e. at an average rate of Rs 12.55 lac per acre. - PAIC will surrender the allotment of 170 acres of land at Govindwal to PSIEC on receipt of the price paid by it plus interest 3% per annum and PSIEC would allot it to RIL at the price to be received from PAIC.

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o Reliance is waiting for the finalization of the policy for implementation of terms and conditions. o The company has opened 30 collection centers in the state. They have also opened 8-10 Fresh Retail outlets in Jalandhar .The company is also in process of opening Central Processing Centres for sorting and processing agricultural produce. The manpower is in place at the Mohali and Chandigarh retail offices of the company.

Progress – Bharti Project o To link ’s agriculture with the fields world and to help the farmers become internationally competitive, Bharti proposes the setting up of a state- of-the-art Research & Development Centre at Ladhowal Farm, Ludhiana with a total investment of Rs 92 Cr over a period of three years. o This Centre will carry out research in - varietal development - agronomic practices - plant protection - integrated pest management practices - post harvest management practices, storage, packaging etc. - Besides, Post Harvest Management Centre and Pack House and Cold Storages will also be set up. o MOU between Government & Bharti has been signed on 23/6/06. Bharti has taken 300 acres of land at Ladhowal on lease at a concessional rate for 4 years from the department (Land Reclamation Corporation). The lease period has been extended upto 33 years.

Target Date- 31/12/2012

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1.3 Government of India Grant of Rs 100 Cr to PAU

Scope of work-A sum of Rs100 Cr has been promised in the Union Budget 2006-07 for release to PAU for conducting research in alternative crops which are economically as remunerative as wheat-paddy cropping system.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 45.00 -

Progress so far- o Government of India had conveyed its approval for special grant of Rs 100.00 Cr for PAU Ludhiana vide letter dated 9 Feb, 2007. This grant will be utilized in Development of New Technologies to provide momentum to the productivity, value addition, enhance output use, efficiency and conserve natural resources. - Rs 30.00 crore was released on 29/3/2007 out of which Rs27.82 Cr has been utilized. - During 2007-08 Rs45.00 Cr has been sanctioned by Government of India. o An Oversight Committee to monitor the progress of funds utilization of approved programmes/items will be constituted by the Punjab Agricultural University with external representatives in consultation with the DARE/ICAR.

To be done – Funds to be released by GOI.

1.4 12th Finance Commission Grant for Agriculture Production Pattern Adjustment Programme in Punjab for Productivity and Growth (FM Budget Speech) (AGR 1)

Scope of work- 12th Finance Commission has allocated an amount of Rs 24 crore per year for 4 years i.e. Rs96 Cr for 2006-10 for initiating appropriate

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programmes in selected districts. The aim is to wean away the farmers from rice - wheat rotation.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 24.00 - -

Progress so far- Proposal of Agriculture Department for crediting an amount of Rs24.00 Cr of 12th Finance Commission to Price Stabilization Fund to ensure procurement of alternative crops other than wheat and paddy at MSP was discussed in the meeting of High Level Committee held on 6/11/06 under the chairmanship of CS Punjab but the matter was postponed for discussion in more detail. As per direction of High Level Committee meeting, this issue had again been discussed in meeting on 12/12/06 held by FCD. Now revised proposal is being submitted to High Level Committee for approval.

To be done – Revised proposal to be approved by HLC and to be forwarded to GOI for release of funds.

Target Date- 31/3/2008

1.5 Technology Improvement for Production and Market Development for Higher Value Crops (ACA of 2004-05) (AGR-2)

Scope of work- One time ACA of Rs 3.00 Cr approved in 2004-05 and released in 2005-06 to promote cultivation of medicinal and aromatic plants to be provided to PAU during 2007-08.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 3.00 - -

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Progress so far-

To be done – Funds to be released by F.D.

Target Date - 31/3/2008

1.6 Macro Management Work Plan for Agriculture Department (CSS 90:10) (AGR 3)

Scope of work- The scheme has 5 different components - Improvement of Soil Health, Pest & Weed Management, Popularization of use of liquid bio- fertilizer, Information Technology, Dev of Agriculture marketing infrastructure and information system and Reclamation of Alkali Soils.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized CS SS Total 27.00 3.00 30.00

Progress so far-During 2006-07 an amount of Rs6.47 Cr has been spent upto 31/3/2007.

To be done – Works to be completed by Department of Agriculture.

Target Date- 31/3/2008.

1.7 Integrated Scheme of Oilseeds, Pulses, Oil palm and Maize (CSS 75:25) (AGR-4)

Scope of work- o Increase the production of oilseeds, pulses and maize by adoption of improved seeds, field demonstrations and technology recommended by the experts.

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o Increase the productivity pertinent area under oilseeds, pulses and maize. o Improvement of soil health through diversification. o The scheme is being implemented in all the districts of the State. Priority is given to small and marginal farmers. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized CS SS Total - 3.66 1.22 4.88

Progress so far-

To be done – Funds to be released by GOI/State and works to be completed by AD.

1.8 Intensive Cotton Development Programme Including Aerial Spray on Cotton (CSS 75:25) (AGR-6)

Scope of work- o To increase the production and productivity of cotton in the State especially in the cotton belt of Ferozepur, Faridkot, Mukatsar, Moga, Bathinda, Sangrur and Mansa. o To provide various incentives such as distribution of certified seed, training and demonstration on latest crop production technology, use of pheromone traps, NPV (Nuclear Ply-Hydroses Virus), IPM (Integrated Post Management) Plant Protection equipments (manually operated sprayers and dusters) and tractor mounted sprayers etc.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized CS SS Total - 4.50 1.50 6.00

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Progress so far-

To be done – Funds to be released by GOI/State and works to be completed by AD.

1.9 Revival and Strengthening of 5 Citrus Estates in the state (Budget Speech ) (ACA-2007-08) (AGR-7)

Scope of work o 5 citrus estates at Abohar (Ferozepur), Tahli wala Jattan (Ferozepur), Lambi (Mukatsar), Bajwara (Hoshiapur) and Hariana (Hoshiapur) were established in the State in 2001 to facilitate the production and marketing of kinnow and other citrus varieties. o 5 citrus estates would be strengthened during 2007-08 to increase the productivity of citrus from about 15 mt per ha to 30 mt per ha. o To promote the Citrus plantation, treatment, packaging, marketing and all other related matters, including technical know-how for the proper maintenance of Citrus centers. o To provide quality nursery plants, various other inputs such as fertilizers, insecticides/pesticides, machinery equipment, packing material etc, either directly or through authorized sale outlets. o To organize technology transfer through training and extension to the growers involving Government/Non Government organizations. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 10.00

Progress so far-

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1.10 Setting up of 20 Farmers Training Centres (ACA of 2007-08) (Budget Speech ) (ACA-2007-08) (AGR-8)

Scope of work- o To strengthen the Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) in the State and to improve the livelihood in rural areas, it is proposed to setup one (Farmers Training Centre) FTC at block level. Internally 20 such centers will be setup (four per year) during 11th plan period. The proposed model Farmers Training Centres will be amalgamated with KVKs. o To disseminate modern technology of crop production and its demonstration. o Capacity building/skill enhancement of farmers and extension workeRs o Training in post harvesting handling and resource conservation technologies for reducing cost. o To bridge the gap between potential and actual yields. o Promotion of water saving devices, optimal use of farm machinery and allied occupations like bee-keeping, dairying, etc.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 5.00

Progress so far-

To be done – Funds to be released by GOI. Works to be completed by Department of Agriculture.

Target Date- 31/3/2008

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1.11 State Plan for Rejuvenation of State Agriculture for Higher Agricultural Growth.( Budget Speech, Election Manifesto, ACA-2007-08) (AGR-9)

Scope of work- To develop and disseminate technologies relevant for more productive and remunerative cropping system for different agro ecological regions of the State to improve the performance and sustainability of agriculture sector. The various technological interventions under the project during 2007-08 would be as under:- - Strengthening of Soil Testing Laboratories. - Green Manuring - Improvement of Soil Health. - New Technological Interventions - Promotion of Net House Technology. - Contract Farming of Citrus - Promotion of Micro Irrigation - On-farm storage and Rain Water harvesting - Strengthening of Strategic Agricultural Research. - Tracebility System for Basmati for value addition.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 25.00

Progress so far-

To be done – Works to be completed by Department of Agriculture.

Target Date- 31/3/2008

1.12 Diversification of Agriculture through Development of Horticulture (HORT-1)

Scope of work- o To equip departmental farms and nurseries with modern and sophisticated machinery.

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o The quality plant material thus produced will be supplied to the growers on 50% subsidized rate. o To bring an additional area of 4,000 ha. during 2007-08. o To popularize spawn production and mushroom cultivation in the state. o To produce 25000 qtls., potato seed and 600 qtls other vegetable seed at Govt. vegetable seed farms. o To produce the crop of green cocoon for the promotion of Sericulture in the State. o To improve the quality of the perlette variety of grapes by following improved management techniques. For this purpose, 258 demonstrations in the farmers fields will be given by the application of growth regulator, girdling tools brushing equipment and labour etc. to a maximum of Rs 2800/-per demonstration/ farmers per acre.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 4.00 -

Progress so far- o At present the total Area and production under Horticultural crops in the State is as under-

Particulasr Area in ha. Production in M.T Fruits 57000 823000 Vegetables 168000 2925000 Flowers 950 (Fresh & cut Flowers) 7400 550 (Seed Production) 35 Mushroom - 19000 Aromatic plants and 3854 6467 Spices

To be done – Funds to be released by State and works to be completed by AD.

Target Date - 31/3/2008

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1.13 Pilot Project for Development of Mulberry Sericulture in Gurdaspur (CSS 50:50) (HORT-4)

Scope of work- o The project will be executed by the Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles, Government of India and implemented by the Department of Horticulture, Government of Punjab, designated as implementing Agency (IA) with the help of reputed NGOs or Societies, working in the allied fields in the project area, who will be designated as the Field Implementing Agencies (FIAs) under the Project. o The target group would comprise of nursery entrepreneurs, chawki silkworm rearers and reelers The farmers, who have one-half acre or more of own land/community land/waste land and are willing to take up sericulture as subsidiary occupation would be the project beneficiaries (swarojgaris) in pre- cocoon sector. Even land-less persons would also be selected as project beneficiaries (Swarojagaris) who will have Mulberry foliage of Government Silk Farms. Unemployed youth or interested local entrepreneurs or a traditional reeler would be encouraged to organize post cocoon activities in the project area.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 0.40 -

Progress so far- To be done – Funds to be released by GOI/State and works to be completed by AD. Target Date - 31/3/2008

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1.14 National Horticulture Mission Rs78.47 Cr (FM Budget Speech) (CSS 85:15) (HORT 5)

Scope of work- o To provide holistic growth of the horticulture sector through an area based regionally differentiated strategies which include research, technology promotion, extension, post harvest management, processing and marketing, in consonance with comparative advantage of the State and its climatic feature. o To enhance horticulture production, improve nutritional security and income support to farm households. o To promote, develop and disseminate technologies. o To create opportunities for employment generation for skilled and unskilled persons, especially unemployed youth.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 100.00 -

Progress so far- o The National Horticulture Mission(NHM) was started as 100% GoI programme during 2005-06. During the year 2007-08 this mission has been converted into New Centrally Sponsored Scheme.Central share awaited . NHM had been implemented in 11 districts during 2005-06 . One more district was including during 2006-07. Besides this 6 more new districts have been proposed for the financial year 2007-08. o A sum of Rs 60.22 Cr was approved by GOI during 2005-06 under NHM for the development of infrastructure, marketing, research and processing of fruits and vegetables. Out of this Rs 28.29 Cr were released by GOI. Rs 25.55 Cr have been given to implementing agencies like Mandi Board, PAIC, PAU etc. An amount of Rs 6.97 Cr was utilised by the implementing agencies during 2005-06.

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Another sum of Rs 59.47 crore was approved by GOI during 2006-07 for same purpose and a sum of Rs 11.50 Cr was released by GOI. An expenditure of Rs 17.37 Cr was incurred during 2006-07 from the funds released during 2005-06 & 2006-07. Details of Physical and Financial Progress. o Perishable Cargo Complex – The Punjab Agro Industries Corporation (PAIC) has constructed a temporary cargo complex at an estimated cost of Rs 2.00 Cr and it is being run now by Council for Value Added Horticulture (CVAHP) for establishing Perishable Cargo Center at Amritsar Airport. It was commissioned on 1/5/2006 and has a capacity to handle 80 MT of perishable cargo. Till 18/2//2007, 76.813 MT of cargo has been exported to UK. The business has not been found to be adequate and as a result the Ministry of Agriculture, GoI has temporarily kept the construction of Permanent Cargo Complex on hold, even though GoI has already approved a sum of Rs 18.25 crore for the permanent Perishable Cargo Complex. In the mean time, Airport Authority of India vide its letter dated 19/12/2006 had agreed to give 2 acres of land on nominal lease for 7 years to CVAHP for the proposed complex. The total estimated cost is about 25 crores. The GOI is going to give green signal for the construction of the complex very soon. As desired by GOI, the revised proposal is being submitted to them.

To be done – o Funds to be released by GOI and works to be completed by AD. o Ministry of Agriculture, GoI to give green signal for the construction of permanent perishable cargo complex at Amritsar.

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1.15 A New link roads 2005-06

Scope of work- Total of 1502 km new link roads were approved on 30/4/2005 for construction at an estimated cost of Rs 153 .50 Crore.

Progress so far- During 2005-06 whole expenditure was met by Mandi Board from its own sources. As on 31/5/2007, 1315 km road length constructed and the entire length would be constructed by 31/10/2007. Details in Annexure 1.15 A.

To be done – Balance works to be completed.

Target Date- Originally the roads were to be completed by 30/6/2007. It will now be completed by 31/10/2007.

1.15 B New link roads 2006-07

Scope of work- Total of 3018 km new link road length was approved on 6/1/2006 to be constructed during 2006-07 at an estimated cost of Rs 377.94 Cr.

Progress so far- So far 3084 km road length approved by Mandi Board. Loan of Rs 370 Cr has been raised. Works in progress and upto 31/5/2007, 1648 km road length have been constructed. Details in Annexure 1.15 B.

To be done – Balance works to be completed.

Target Date- 31/10/2007.

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1.15 C Repair of link roads constructed/repaired in 1998-99

Scope of work- 4228 km road length to be repaired at an estimated cost of Rs 184.00 Crore was approved on 7/5/2005 .

Progress so far- So far 4016 km road length has been repaired up to 31/5/07. Projects as per Annexure 1.15 C.

To be done – Balance works to be completed.

Target Date- 31/10/2007

1.15 D Repair of link roads constructed/repaired in 1999-2000

Scope of work- 4065 km road length to be repaired at an estimated cost of Rs210 Crore was approved on 6/1/2006.

Progress so far- 4065 km road length to be repaired at an estimated cost of Rs 210 Cr 3065 km road length has been completed up to 31/5/2007. Progress as per Annexure 1.15 D.

Target Date- 31/10/2007

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2. ANIMAL HUSBANDRY

2.1 Guru Angad Dev University of Animal Sciences, Ludhiana (GADVASU) (AH 3.5)

Scope of Work – o The University was formally inaugurated by the CM on 1/6/2006. o In 2005-06, the GOI had sanctioned one time ACA of Rs 4 Cr for this purpose. Out of which Rs 1 Cr had been released to the University of Animal Sciences during 2006-07. o During the year 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 1 Cr.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized ACA State Plan - - 3.00 7.00

Progress so far –During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 10 Cr.

Target date – University has already been established.

2.2 Setting up of new and Strengthening of existing Veterinary Poly Clinics in the State (ACA) (AH 5/AH 3.2)

Scope of Work – o Two polyclinics at Moga and Amritsar were to be established and 10 Veterinary polyclinics such as Hoshiarpur, Gurdaspur, Faridkot, Patiala, Sangrur, Ropar, Ferozepur, Bathinda, Mansa and Muktsar (Badal) were to be strengthened in the State. o The construction work could not be started. o The user charges had been enhanced. The department was advised to plough back the money collected through the clinics. o Financial details :

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o Moga polyclinic Rs 1.84 Cr. o Amritsar polyclinic Rs 1.15 Cr. o Strengthening the equipment & machinery for 10 poly clinics is Rs 1.60 Cr office expenses Rs 0.31 Cr .

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized 2007-08 4.00(ACA 2006-07) - -

Progress so far – During 2007-08, construction work of vety. polyclinics at Moga and Amritsar is proposed to be carried out, besides strengthening the existing ones after the receipt of funds. The revised rough cost estimates for the vety. polyclinics at Moga and Amritsar have been prepared at a total cost of Rs 184.24 lac and Rs 114.74 lac respectively.

To be Done - ACA had been received from the Ministry of Finance GOI, which is to be released to the AD during 2007-08.

Target date – 31/3/08

2.3 Transfer of 400 rural veterinary dispensaries to PRIs

Scope of Work – o 400 dispensaries which cover 1800 villages are proposed to be transferred to PRIs. o Per year expenditure on regular basis employees is Rs 9.18 Cr. o Per year expenditure on contract employees basis employees is Rs 5.17 Cr.

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Progress so far – A list of 400 Veterinary dispensaries i.e. Bathinda-15, Amritsar-64, Faridkot-12, Gurdaspur-18, Hoshiarpur-16, Jalandhar-25, -17, Ludhiana-29, Fatehgarh Sahib-25, Mansa-12, Ropar-21, Ferozepur-28, Sangrur-66, Nawashehar-10, Patiala-15, Moga-9 and Mukatsar- 18 to be transferred to RD has already been submitted for the approval of the then Hon'ble C.M for placing it before the CMM. The recruitment could not be done by the R.D. through ZPs. The proposal was to be placed before the previous CMM.

To be done - Not approved.

Target date – Not decided.

2.4 Construction of Animals shelters (Gaushalas) and modernization/improvement of slaughter houses and establishment of carcass utilization centres (CS(AH)-15/59 & CS (AH)-10/30)

(a) Grant to Gau-shalas.

Scope of Work – o Existing Gau-shalas - 167 (NGOs) (BTI -17, FG-5, FZR-7, ASR-6, FDK-5, NSR-4, JAL-10, PTL-14, SGR-46, HSR-4, KPT-4, MKT-5, LDH-17, Moga-10, Mansa-7, Ropar-3,GDR-3. o 47 are registered and rest are unregistered. Progress so far o It is proposed to construct 20 animal shelter (Gau-shalas) at district level at a total cost of Rs5.00 Cr @ Rs 25.00 lac each during 2007-08. Animal Welfare Board of India, Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India has a scheme “Provision of Shelter houses for looking after the animals”

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(b) Slaughter house Amritsar; o A project of renovation and modernization of slaughter house Amritsar was prepared in 1999-2000 at a total cost of Rs 4.38 Cr (50:50), GOI share Rs 2.19 Cr and GOP share was Rs 2.19 Cr o The expenditure incurred till date is Rs 1.60 Cr o GOI has released Rs 1.80 Cr , out of which unspent amount of Rs 1.00 Cr of GOI share is to be refunded to GOI.

Progress so far –

To be done o Proposal for establishment of Guashalas is lying pending with GOI o Rs 3 Cr is required to make the slaughter house functional at Amritsar. o The Department shall approach the Government of India for retaining and utilizing Rs 1.00 crore unspent balance for slaughter house.

Target date – 31/3/2008

2.5 Scheme for Stray Cattle at Kothi Rani Dhee

Scope of Work – o The department had prepared a project on 17 acre land for the stray cattle at Kothi Rani Dhee near Nabha. o The total cost of the project is Rs 1.80 Cr with following financial details; ( Rs lacs) Major Works 120.70 Minor Works 2.00 M&S 50.30 OE 5.00 POL 2.00 ______Total 180.00

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o The project had already been submitted to the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, GOI for release of funds under 100% CSS during 2006-07.

Progress so far – GOP has approached to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, GOI for release of Rs 1.80 Cr under 100% CSS but GOI did not release any amount .

To be done - The proposal is lying pending with GOI.

Target date –31/3/2008

2.7 Scheme for Ambulance Services to Animals in distress (90:10) (AH-1)

Scope of Work – o The department has introduced a new scheme for provision of Ambulance services to animals in distress to Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, GOI on 90:10 basis. o The proposal had already submitted to Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, GOI for provision of Rs 1.90 Cr on 90:10 basis. o 19 new mobile vans in 19 districts @ Rs 10.00 lacs per van are proposed to be provided. o The total cost of the scheme is Rs 1.90 Cr

Progress so far – The department vide letter dated 13/7/06 has already requested GOI for release of Rs 1.71 Cr (90%).

To be done - Proposal is lying pending with the GOI.

Target date – 31/3/08

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3. CIVIL AVIATION

3.1 Establishment of a New International Airport at Halwara in Ludhiana both for passenger and cargo movement. (PM Announcement at Ludhiana in 9/2005) - AV 4.2

Announcement – Government of India would examine the proposal for a new airport of international standards at a suitable location in the State. (Reiterated by the Hon'ble PM on 24/3/2006 in Amritsar)

Progress – o It was decided in the meeting taken by PSPM on 27/2/2006 that – (a) MoD would issue NOC to the State Government and MoCA for use of Halwara Airport as an International Airport for passenger and cargo traffic. (b) The State Government would have a pre-feasibility study report completed and make it available to MoCA. (c) MoCA would obtain the necessary Cabinet approval. (d) GoP would acquire 200 acres of land and make it available free of cost to AAI. o MoD, GoI granted approval/NOC for the operation of Civil Domestic/ International and Cargo flights from Halwara Airfield. o The pre-feasibility study got conducted by PSIDC was submitted to MoCA/AAI. Some changes were suggested by AAI. o A meeting was held on 12/10/2006 in PMO attended by CS Punjab and MoCA officers. It was decided that the project will be executed by AAI, state government will provide 750 acre of land free of cost and the road from Ludhiana to the Airport will be four laned. The State government was required to recast the pre-feasibility report in the light of these decisions. MoCA will seek Cabinet approval for this project. o The State government has revised the pre-feasibility report. The Union Cabinet is yet to approve the proposal.

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o In the meantime the possibility of expanding Sahnewal airport into a full fledged domestic airport is being explored by the State Government/AAI. A meeting was held on Chandigarh 10/4/2007 and AAI was asked to submit a detailed report of all the requirements including acquisition of land for a domestic airport with in a month to the State Government.

To be Done– Ministry of Civil Aviation, GoI to seek Cabinet approval for the project. GoP to provide 750 acre of land free of cost and carry out the four laning of the road from Ludhiana to the Airport.

3.2 Expansion of Domestic Airport, Sahnewal (Budget Speech 2007-08) (AV – 3)

o Scope of Work- Expansion of Domestic Airport Sahenwal in view of uncertainty about Halwara Airport. A meeting was held on Chandigarh 10/4/2007 and AAI was asked to submit a detailed report of all the requirements including acquisition of land for a domestic airport with in a month to the State Government. An outlay of Rs. 25.00 crore has been provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08 for Sahenwal and Amritsar Airport.

Progress – Fresh survey report is yet to be received from AAI.

3.3 Expansion of International Airport, Amritsar (AV-3)

(1) Upgradation of the Rajasansi Airport - Work on Rs 100 Cr upgradation project has begun and will be completed by 31/3/2008. The work comprises of – (a) extension in terminal area by 31000 sq m for accommodating additional 900 persons, at present 500 persons can be accommodated in the existing 14000 sqm. (b) Provision of 4 aerobridges, (c) extension of runway from 3259 m to 3658 m, (d) 4 parking bays etc.

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(2) The upgradation proposed above requires 45 acre of land for which a request has been made to the state government. State government has agreed to give this land free of cost. The land is being acquired. (3) Cabinet has approved transfer of 45 acres of land free of cost to AAI.

3.4 Development of Civil Enclave at Indian Airforce Station Bathinda and Opening of Flying Training Academy -near Bathinda. (Budget Speech 2007-08) (AV – 4)

Scope of Work- Setting up a separate Air field or a Civil Enclave in the Air- force station at Bathinda.

Funds (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 1.00 - - -

Progress - Scheme is yet to be received from AD for clearance during 2007- 08.

3.5 Upgradation of Flying Training facilities at Patiala- Aviation Club, Patiala - (ACA-2007-08) (AV – 2)

Scope of Work- Upgradation of Flying Training facilities at Patiala to impart better night and instrument flying training, including high landing facility at Patiala Aviation Complex for which Runway Lighting Non Directional Beacon (NDB) and Distance Measuring Equipment- cum-Very High Frequency Omni Range(DVOR) would be purchased besides, purchase of two Cessna- 172 advanced aircrafts.

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Funds (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 4.00 - - -

Progress so far- The entire expenditure to be incurred, would be met through ACA to be provided by the GOI. The proposal is being submitted very shortly to the GOI for obtaining of Rs.4.00 crore of ACA.

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4. COOPERATION

4.1 Financial Assistance to Dairy Cooperatives to meet out their losses (50:50) (CN-2& CS (CN)-7/51)

Scope of Work – The financially unviable Milk unions cannot serve the cause of farmers and the very purpose for which these are formulated would be defeated . It is necessary to put the unviable units back on the rails. o Total cash losses of the Milk unions as on 31/3/2007 are Rs 90.48 Cr Detail is as under:- (Rs Crore) SN Union Amount 1 Jalandhar 6.23 2 Hoshiarpur 2.34 3 Amritsar 29.14 4 Sangrur 24.09 5 Bathinda 18.51 6 Gurdaspur 10.17 Total 90.48 Progress so far- o The scheme has been included in the Annual Plan 2007-08 with an outlay of Rs 25.00 Cr as State Share and Rs 25.00 Cr provided in the CSS- CS(CN) -7/51.

To be done - The proposal is to be submitted by the AD for clearance.

Target date – Yet to be decided.

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4.2 Financial Assistance to Dairy Cooperatives for (i)Providing Milking Parlour to the Commercial Dairy Farms and (ii) Providing Milking machines & other equipments to exclusive Women Dairy Cooperative Societies (CN-3)

Scope of Work – (i) Milking Parlours o To improve the yield of milk and health of cattles. All farmers engaged in the dairy farming will be covered having atleast 20 milch cattles. o Milkfed Punjab has fixed a target of establishing atleast 10 units each in the milkshed area in the year 2007-08 and 110 units will be set up in 11 Milk Unions. o The Milkfed,Punjab has signed the MOU with the Allahabad Bank to provide financial assistance for expansion/establishment of Commercial Dairy farms. (ii) Milking Machines for Women Cooperatives- The objective of the second component is to provide milking machines and other equipments to the exclusive Women Dairy Cooperative Societies on 50% subsidy. The detail of both components is as under - (Rs lacs) Scheme Name of Scheme Nature of Cost of Amount Number Total No. Assistanc Milking of of Units/ Financial e parlour/ Subsidy Societies Assistanc Machine e CN-3 (i) Financial Assistance Subsidy 5.00 1.25 110 137.50 to Dairy Cooperatives (@ for providing Milking Parlours to 25%) Commercial Dairy Units. CN-3 (ii) Financial Assistance Subsidy 0.80 0.40 390 156.00 for providing Milking (@ machines and other equipments to Women 50%) Dairy Cooperative Societies. Total 293.50

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized CN-3(i) CN-3(ii) - - 137.50 156.00

Progress so far – o New Scheme included in the Annual Plan 2007-08.

To be done - The proposal is to be submitted by the AD for clearance.

Target date – 31/3/2008

4.3 A Payment of sugarcane arrears

Scope of Work – o Sugarcane is a tested diversified crop in place of wheat & Paddy. o To encourage sugarcane plantation in Punjab remunerative price to farmers is necessary. o Current price Rs 132/- Per Quintal against SMP of Rs 85/-. o Timely payment can increase area under sugarcane. o Due to fall in sugar prices from Rs 2000/- Per quintal to Rs 1300/- Per quintal. Mills are unable to pay price to farmers o Total amount of sugarcane arrears for the year 2006-07 is Rs 37.54 Cr, the detail is as under - SN Name of the Balance amount (in Mill crores) 1 Gurdaspur 6.77 2 Batala 3.65 3 Nakodar 6.11 4 Morinda 4.88

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5 Bhogpur 5.76 6 Ajnala 3.64 7 Fazilka 6.73 Total 37.54 o Rs 18.77 crore from RDF & balance or Rs 18.77 from Government fund is being paid. o For the year 2007-08, estimated cane crushed by Cooperative Sugar Mills will be approximately 200.00 lac quintals against 164.00 lac quintals crushed in 2006-07. o In view of present sugar prices & estimated sugar production in the country, sugar prices are not likely to increase in the future from present level. o Estimated fund requirement for 2007-08 will be approximately Rs 50.00 crore on the basis of present price of sugarcane & sugar.

Progress so far – The case for sanction of funds from RDF and Non-Plan head is under consideration of the State Government.

To be done - Arrears to be disbursed.

Target date – 31/7/2007

4.3 B Arrear of Salary – Cooperative Sugar Mills Employees

Scope of Work – o At present 6 mills (Tarn Taran, Faridkot, Zira, Jagraon & Patiala including Budhlada are under liquidation. o Monthly liability of salary of 5 mills is approximately Rs1.25 crores. o Salary of closed mills not paid from November, 2006 & retaining allowance for 2 to 3 years

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o The amount of arrear of salary which is yet to be paid to the employees of 5 Cooperative Sugar Mills under winding up as on 31/5/2007 is as per detail below - SN Mill Amount (Rs in Cr) 1 Zira 3.96 2 Tarn Taran 2.60 3. Jagraon 3.01 4. Patiala 3.96 5. Faridkot 1.93 Total 15.46 o Similarly 4 Cooperative Sugar Mills which are working also have arrears of salary to their employees upto 31/5/2007 which is Rs 7 crore. These arrears are of 2 months to 6 months. The detail is as under:- SN Mill Amount (Rs in Cr) 1 Ajnala 0.47 2 Morinda 2.71 3. Nakodar 2.26 4. Fazilka 1.56 Total 7.00 o Fund requirement for 2007-08 for payment of salary will be Rs 35.00 crore approximately. o If staff of 5 mills is retrenched, total funds requirement will be approximately Rs 53.00 crore which include Rs15.46 crore of salary arrear. o Rs 4.00 crore is being released from RDF to pay 2 month salary of staff (including staff of mills which are under liquidation).

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4.3 C Revamping of Cooperative Sugar Mills

Six Cooperative Sugar Mills Tarn Taran, Faridkot, Zira, Jagraon, Patiala and Budhlada are under winding up. The matter is under consideration of the Govt. for leasing out, entering into joint venture or outright sale of the closed Sugar Mills. Early decision is required to stop the liabilities of Rs 1.25 Cr per month.

4.4 Sanjivani Healthcare Scheme renamed as “Bhai Ghanhya Sehat Sewa Scheme” - 10 lakh families to be covered Insurance money Rs 2 lakh per family

Scope of Work – Progress so far – o The beneficiaries are getting treatment from nearly 317 private empanelled hospitals under this scheme. o As on 31/3/2007, 17500 members of this scheme have got cashless treatment of Rs 38.43 Cr.

To be done - This scheme will be operative for 2 years instead of one year.

Target date – To start on 1/9/2007.

4.5 Enactment of the Punjab Self-supporting Co-operative Societies Act - Government control to be diluted

Scope of Work – o The Act was passed by the PVS in the Budget Session on 30th March, 2006 and has already been sent for the assent of the President vide dated 14/9/2006 .

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Progress so far – o Cooperation Deptt. vide its memo no.36/157/2002-CI(3)/11115 dated 14/9/2006 has sent to Ministry of Home Affairs, GOI for concurrence of President. o Received in the Ministry on 25/9/06.

To be done - Assent of the President is awaited.

4.6 Agricultural Credit - Liberalized cooperative credit norms and improved delivery

Funds-

Outlay 2007-08 Additional Requirement - 21.00 crore

Progress so far – o Limit of revolving cash credit has been raised from Rs 4.00 lac to Rs 6.00 lac w.e.f. 29/3/2007. o Rate of interest has been reduced on crop loans from 10% to 7% and on revolving cash credit from 11% to 10% wef 1/4/2006. An amount of Rs 134 Cr is required in lieu of reduction in rate of interest from 2006-07 to 2010-2011 as per detail given below:- SN Year Amount (Rs crore) 1 2006-07 21.00 2 2007-08 23.00 3 2008-09 26.00 4 2009-10 30.00 5 2010-11 34.00 Total 134.00

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o Non release of State Share by the Government has resulted in reduced advancement of agricultural loan to the farmers in the State.

To be done – If resources permitted outlay to be provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08 to meet the State Share.

4.7 Draft legislation for relief from rural indebtedness /FM Speech

Scope of Work – Debt Relief - Quantum- (As on 31/12/2006) ƒ Total- Rs27713 Cr ƒ Commercial Banks – Rs12525.27 Cr ƒ Regional Rural Bank – Rs582.39 Cr ƒ Punjab State Cooperative bank – Rs3305.37 Cr ƒ Money Lenders – Rs11300 Cr Package- Originally submitted to GOI ƒ Government of India requested for a package of Rs2060 Cr ƒ Relief under OTS for Cooperative Bank Loans – Rs 211 Cr ƒ One Time Assistance for PACS/PADB to wipe out Accumulated Losses/NPA of Cooperative Banks- Rs 199 Cr ƒ Relief by way of Moratorium on interest liabilities for one year on all kinds of loans by commercial banks – Rs 1262 Cr ƒ Relief under OTS for commercial bank- Rs 390 Cr Status – ƒ As per directions issued by Hon’ble Prime Minister, a meeting was convened by Sh.Vinod Rai, Special Secretary Finance, GOI on 26.7.2006 which was attended by CS, Punjab and other officers for discussing the package of Rs 2060 Cr. Special Secretary, Finance made the following observations:

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(a) OTS for Cooperative Loans – It would not be possible for Government of India to participate directly in the relief proposed under OTS for borrowers of the cooperative banks. However, it was emphasized that a large portion of relief which is being proposed could be subsumed in the implementation of he Vaidyanathan Committee Report. (b) OTS for CB loan – The commercial banks would carry forward on campaign basis the implementation of their OTS scheme. The lead bank would coordinate and the banks may implement OTS scheme, in the area. It was also agreed that the banks could examine and provide fresh credit to farmers who opt for the OTS scheme based on their worthiness and demand for credit without having across the board ceilings. (c) One Time Assistance to PACS/PADBS- It was explained that it would not be possible for Government of India to participate in the scheme of one time assistance for PACS/PADBS out side the implementation of the Vaidyanathan Committee Report. (d) Moratorium on interest – Similarly, GOI could not participate in any across the board waiver of interest for one year as proposed in the package. Latest Package of Rs 545.00 Cr- As per these discussions, a fresh proposal to demand a special package of Rs544.95 Cr was sent to GOI under Vaidynathan Committee Report on 8/9/2006. (a) Under the revival package as per the Vaidynathan Committee recommendations Para 5.2, Punjab State is likely to get only Rs 84 Cr (i.e.100% agricultural losses of Rs83 Cr % 50% of PDS losses of Rs 1.00 Cr). (b) In view of the discussions held with GOI, relief package has been restructured. Therefore, Government of India may be requested to provide a minimum relief of Rs 544.95 Cr including-

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ƒ Rs 211.36 crore loss to be suffered by Coop. Banks, in providing relief to the farmers under OTS; ƒ Rs 198.79 crore for losses of PACS& PADB’s (which includes Rs84 Cr referred to above)& ƒ Rs 134 Cr as financial support to DCCB’s for providing crop loans @ 7% P.A. for the next five years i.e. Rs 21 Cr (2006-07), Rs 23 Cr(2007-08) Rs 26 Cr (2008-09) Rs 30 Cr (2009-10), Rs34 Cr (2010-11). so as to wipeout all types of losses and imbalances in PACS, PADB’s & DCCB’s, and to help them clear their balance sheets and strengthen them financially which is in keeping with the spirit of Vaidyanathan Committee recommendations and to reason for the constitutions of this body. Progress so far – o Legislation by FCC/FCR is under consideration. o The Government of India has declined to accept the revised package of 545 Cr as one time assistance. Request for reconsideration has been made.

To be done - Package is lying with the GoI.

Target date – Package is yet to be received from the GoI.

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5. CULTURAL AFFAIRS

5.1 Theme Park at Chamkaur Sahib and Development of Muktsar ( FM Budget Speech / Governor Address) AC – 1.7 (I)

Scope of Work - o Development of historical town of Chamkaur Sahib at a total cost of Rs 26.98 crore. o Development of historical town of Muktsar at a total cost of Rs 6.92 crore.

Progress so far- Muktsar o The entire amount of Rs 6.92 crore has been released for the completion of Mukt Minar at Muktsar. o The Project Mukt Minar and stadium has been dedicated to the Nation on 4/5/2006 by the CM, Pb. Chamkaur Sahib o Out of the total project cost of Rs 26.98 crore, a sum of Rs 7 crore was released during 2005-06 for Theme Park at Chamkaur Sahib. Rs 2.00 crore was released during 2007-08. o Land – 79 Kanal 12 Marla has been acquired /purchased.

5.2 Maintenance of Heritage Buildings such as Quila Mubarak at Patiala, Nawab Jassa Singh Ahluwalia Samadh and Quila at Amritsar. (FM Budget Speech ) AC - 6

Scope of Work – o Maintenance of the Heritage buildings. o ACA of Rs 2.00 crore, already released by GoI in 2005-06, yet to be released by the FD during 2007-08.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 2.00 - - -

Progress so far- o MoU for revitalization of Quila Mubarak at Patiala is to be signed with INTACH by the Department. o Regarding Samadh and Quila of Nawab Jassa Singh Ahluwalia, the project has been submitted by the INTACH and a proposal for release of Rs 20 lakhs to INTACH against cost estimates of Rs 88 lakhs is under consideration .

5.3 Khalsa Heritage Project at Anandpur Sahib (PM Announcement in Amritsar 1/9/2004)

PM Announcement – For completing the Khalsa Heritage Project at Anandpur Sahib, GoI will provide necessary financial assistance. (Reiterated by the Hon'ble PM on 24/3/2006 in Amritsar)

Scope of Work- o For completing the balance work, a sum of Rs 145 crore is required. o GoP to contribute Rs 100 crore and GoI to contribute Rs 45 crore. (2:1) Revised project cost : Rs 224.00 crore Construction Cost : Rs. 158.70 crore Exhibit : Rs 62.30 crore Interest(Ist year) : Rs. 3.00 crore

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Progress– o GoI - The Union Cabinet has sanctioned a grant of Rs 48.33 crore which is to be utilised before 31st March 2007 as 1/3 contribution for completing the balance work of the project against the estimated amount of Rs 145 crores. Rs 8.68 crore has already been released by GoI against this amount. o GoP – The State government has raised a loan of Rs. 100 crore from a group of Commercial Banks. A sum of Rs. 20.34 crore has been released by the State government. o That is so far a sum of Rs. 8.68 crore + Rs. 20.34 crore has been released out of total of Rs. 145 crore. o The Ist phase of the project completed at a cost of Rs 91 crore was dedicated to nation on 14/4/2006 by CM Punjab. Financial Progress : Rs. 117.67 Cr Construction Cost : Rs. 115.33 Cr Exhibit : Rs 2.34 Cr o 93% Civil Works completed.

To be Done – o Construction work is likely to be completed by 31/12/2007. o The exhibit designing on its installation would be completed by 14/4/2007.

Target Date- 31/3/2007

Comments – The Department wants to repay the entire pending loan of Rs.100.00 cr raised from Commercial Banks as the loan amount is compounding day by day on account of higher rate of interest. In this regard the department had approached Plg. Deptt. to provide Rs.100.00 cr and AD was advised to approach the F.D as the guarantee for raising the loan is given by FD.

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5.4 Restoration of Manuscripts ( PMs announcement in Amritsar on 1/9/2004)

PM Announcement- Restoration of books/manuscripts removed from Golden Temple Complex during Operation Blue Star during 1984.

Scope of Work- Restoration of manuscripts etc removed or found missing during Army operation in 1984.

Progress– The CBI registered a preliminary enquiry to locate the missing books/manuscripts. Enquiry report has been sent to MoHA by C.B.I.

To be Done– Further Action to be taken by MoHA, GOI.

5.5 Guru Granth Sahib International Award (PM Announcement in Amritsar on 1/9/2004)

PM Announcement- Institution of Guru Granth Sahib International Award for understanding and harmony.

Scope of Work - Institution of Guru Granth Sahib International Award for understanding and harmony.

Progress – o In the meeting of Implementation Committee on 14/2/2005 under the Chairmanship of Sh. Jaipal Reddy, Union Minister for Culture, GoI, Hon’ble Minister (Sh. Reddy) promised to discuss this proposal with the PM before making any commitment.

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o Accordingly a DO reminder dated 6/7/2005 from Chief Minister, Punjab was sent to Sh. Reddy requesting therein to clear the proposal. Reply is still awaited. o A DO letter at the level of Minister of Cultural Affairs, GoP has been sent to Ms Ambika Soni, Minister of Culture, GoI, requesting her to take up this case with Hon'ble PM and get it cleared at the earliest.

To be Done - Ministry of Culture, GOI to finalise the action and clear the proposal.

5.6 Upgradation of Museums (75:25) - Budget Speech(2007-08) AC - 13

Scope of Work – Upgradation of Museums for restoration of Arts objects.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 0.65 - - -

5.7 Construction of Archival Building at Chandigarh - Budget Speech (2007-08) AC - 12

Scope of Work – Pursuant to the recommendations of Indian Historical Records Commission, an archival building named ‘Puralekh Bhawan’ has been constructed for keeping the archival records at one place and preserving them on modern scientific lines. It consists of three parts, single storey, double storey and multi storey. After the completion of single storey, the construction work was stopped. It is proposed to complete the building.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 2.00 - - -

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6. DAIRY DEVELOPMENT

6.1 Commercialization of Dairy Farming (DD-3)

Scope of work - The Commercial dairy farming is most suitable alternative for crop diversification. A unit of 10 cross bred cows or buffaloes provide reasonably better margin of profit to the farmeRs 10 cows reared on 2 acres of land (for production of green fodder only) fetch an annual profit of Rs 0.92 lac.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Approved Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized

Rs 1.00 - -

Progress So far - In this regard, Allahabad Bank and Oriental Bank of Commerce have come forwarded to advance loan to dairy farmers @ rate of interest which is 3% less than the P.L.R. (At present net rate of interest is 8.75%) The insurance premium is 2% instead of prevailing 4%.

To be done: It is now envisaged to assist 800 families for establishing commercial dairy farms consisting of 10 or more milch animals by inducting 12,000 high yield milch animals during the year 2007-08. A subsidy @ 2% of the cost of animal subject to a maximum of Rs 600.00 and Rs 250 towards cost of Electronic chip will be provided by the department.

Target date: 31/03/2008

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6.2 Strengthening of Punjab Dairy Development Board (DD-3)

Scope or work: The Punjab Dairy Development Board/ Department shall implement the following programmes for the dairy development in the state; o Herd Registration Act, 2006 — Rs 100.00 lac o Strengthening of Dairy Training Infrastructure – (Rs 330.00 lac) o Propagation of dairy farming as a career option—Rs 20.00 lac. o Strengthening of quality control infrastructure for cattle feed, milk and milk products--Rs 100.00 Lac. o Establishment of Dairy Science College at Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana— Rs 300.00 lac; o Regular monitoring of cost of production of milk and demand and supply position of milk and milk products—Rs 50.00 lac. o Commercialization of Dairy Farming.—Rs 100.00 lac (included as separate component)

Funds- (Rs Cr) Approved Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 10.00 - -

Progress so far- New Scheme included in the Annual Plan 2007-08.

To be done- o All milch animal in the state will be registered and a unique identification will be provided under the Herd Registration. o 2 new Dairy Training & Extension Service Centres will be established in district Bathinda and Amritsar.

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o 20,000 farmers will be trained in 200 Dairy Farming workshops at village level in the state. o 4 mobile feed testing laboratories to be created in the state and 400 camps of milk consumers awareness campaign to be organized in the state. o Establishment of Dairy Science College at Guru Angad Dev University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences (GADVASU). o Study to be conducted by GADVASU, Ludhiana.

Target date: 31/03/2008

6.3 Land-Less Dairy Farming for Weaker Section (DD-2)

Scope of work: o The Dairy Development Department is identifying literate and semi- literate farmers and motivating them for raising commercial dairy farming units. o Department has proposed to provide one time grant to each successful unit @ Rs 50,000/- each Scheduled Castes, family. During the year, the total annual project cost for 238 Scheduled Castes, families shall be as under: SN Particulars (Rs In lac)

1. Training/extension 5.00 services of 250 farmers @ Rs2000/- each to be paid to the Trainer agency. 2. Grant to 238 Scheduled 119.00 Castes Families/farmers

o The monthly installment of loan payable in 5 years shall be Rs 3000/- which shall easily be payable from the income of milk.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Approved Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 1.24 -

Progress so far -

To be done- o 238 families would be selected in the state during the year 2007-08. o Educated member from each family would be identified & trained. o The Department of Welfare, Punjab shall arrange 100% loan through Scheduled Caste Corporation/Backfinco to such identified entrepreneurs for construction of cattle shed as per plan to be provided by the Dairy Development Department for purchase of 5-10 high yielding buffaloes/cross bred cows and working capital for storing feed ingredients, when these are available at lessor cost, insurance and treatment etc. of the animals for the period of first three months. o Loan required for 5 milch animals unit shall be Rs 2.00 lac (maximum). o 5 milch animals shall yield about 30 litre milk per day. o Funds to be released during 2007-08.

Target date: 31/03/2008.

6.4 Strengthening Infrastructure for quality and Clean Milk Production (75:25) (DD-1 )

Scope of work- 131 Bulk Milk Coolers of 1000/2000/3000 litres milk capacity will be installed in the milkshed area of Milk Union, Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur, Sangrur, Bathinda, Ropar, Ludhiana, Patiala and Amritsar in the state of Punjab.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Approved Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized

CS SS - 17.85 5.95 -

Progress so far

To be done: o The Scheme will be implemented through State Govt. by the District Cooperative Milk Producers Union Ltd/concerned organisation and shall be evaluated after 18 months from its commencement. The following parameter will be maintained with regard to implementation of the Scheme as the financial assistance is being provided for each Milk Unions o Farmers to be trained for clean milk production. o Bulk Coolers to be installed. o laboratories to be strengthened . o Incentive to be paid to the concerned milk producers for quality milk production by the Cooperative Society/ by the District Cooperative Milk Producers Union Ltd/ organisation.

Target date: 31/03/2008.

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7. DEFENCE SERVICES WELFARE

7.1 Establishment of National Defence University (DSW-1)

Scope of Work- Establishment of NDU in Punjab. The State government initially wanted that the NDU be setup in the campus of NIS Patiala which could be shifted to Martial Art Academy at Anandpur Sahib in Ropar District. The Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs, GoI did not agree and finally it has been decided to locate the University at some independent site.

Progress so far- o Inspection team of Ministry of Defence inspected following three site on 20/11/2006 :– 1) Bhadson road Patiala 2) Fatehgarh Sahib 3) Ropar-Birla Farms Ropar. o The team is yet to convey the decision.

To be done- Site to be finalized and Government of India’s final decision awaited.

7.2 New Sainik School in Punjab – CM’s Delhi Visit

Scope of Work- Although Sainik School, Kapurthala has been functioning satisfactorily in the State, yet it is inadequate to address the needs of the youth in the State. Therefore, Hon’ble Union Minister for Defence has been requested to setup one more Sainik School in the State. The State Government undertakes to provide requisite land for this project. Progress so far- o Memorandum of Agreement ‘Signing of Memorandum of Agreement between State Governments and the Sainik Schools Society, Ministry of

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Defence’ received from Government of India, MOD, New Delhi received under D.O. No.18(2)/98/Vol.III/D(SS) dated 19/10/2006 addressed to the then Chief Scretary, Government of Punjab. The same was not signed/accepted by the Punjab Government. o If proposal of GOI, MOD is accepted, State Government has to give maintenance grant of Rs 75 lac every year.

To be done – o The Department has proposed for establishing second Sainik School at Anandpur Sahib or in Southern Districts of Punjab catering to a strength of 600 - 700 students. o Necessary action to be taken by the State Government after the approval of Defence Ministry for opening of new Sainik School in Punjab.

7.3 ‘Training scheme for the wards of ex-servicemen and others for entry to technical/non-technical trades of Defence/Para Military Forces’ (DSW-2)

Scope of Work- The objective of training is to secure employment for Punjabi youth. Majority of youth come from rural areas and because of their lower education background fail to qualify the entrance tests for joining the Armed Forces. The deficiency in physical standards is also alarming. To ensure maximum possible selection of youth from Punjab State into Defence Services, a pre-recruitment training programme is being conducted at selected districts under the supervision of District Sainik Welfare Officers in the existing Sainik Rest House Complexes. At present, the wards of ex-servicemen and scheduled castes are provided free diet of Rs 45/- per day during the training period of 42 days i.e. six weeks. Besides, vocational training in Punjabi Stenography/typing training is also being arranged. Computer Training Centres at Chandigarh, Jalandhar, Faridkot, Amritsar, Mukatsar, Nawan Shahar, Hoshiarpur and Rupnagar have been established with a view to create training facilities for the ex-servicemen/widows and their wards. Sainik Institute of Computer and

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International Technology, Faridkot has been approved and authorized to run DCA and PGDCA and MCA courses in the institute by PTU, Jalandhar.

Progress so far- About 1014 trainees have completed the training in different courses during the year 2006-07. Centre-wise/course-wise detail is given below:-

Persons Amrit- Farid- Jalan Hoshiar- Gur- Mukat- Ludhi- Chandi actually Ropar Total sar kot -dhar pur daspur sar ana -garh trained Stenograp 9 19 17 6 - - - - - 51 hy Course Computer 48 27 22 26 34 - 41 - 114 271 Course Pre- Recruitme 169 - 419 - - 59 - 45 - 692 nt Course

Total 226 46 458 32 34 59 41 45 114 1014

To be done – An outlay of Rs 40 lac has been provided under this scheme during 2007-08. The proposal for release of funds is pending with the Planning Department. Detail of wards of Ex-servicemen who are undergoing training/trained during 2007-08 till now is given below - No of wards of Ex-servicemen No of wards of Ex-servicemen District getting training trained Pre- Pre- Steno Computer Steno Computer Recruitment Recruitment Amritsar 8 44 19 - - 12

Faridkot 14 43 - - - -

Jalandhar 15 16 - - - 33

Ropar 13 46 - - - -

Hoshiarpur - 33 - - - -

Gurdaspur ------

Mukatsar - 36 - - - -

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Ludhiana ------

Chandigarh - 54 - - - -

Total 50 272 19 - - 45

7.4 ‘Saragarhi Dashmesh Public School at Hakumat Singh Wala at Ferozeopur’ (DSW-3)

Scope of Work- During the Saragarhi Jor Mela held on 12th September, 1997 at Ferozepur in the memory of Saragarhi Maryrs, the then Hon’ble Chief Minister, Punjab made an announcement for establishment of a Public School in District Ferozepur. Accordingly, a meeting was held on 19th September 1997 under the Chairmanship of H.E. the Governor of Punjab where it was decided to establish the school at village Hakumat Singh Wala between Mudki and Anglo-Sikh War Memorial where Mehnga Singh Trust had donated about 22 acres of land. This land has been registered in the name of Directorate of Sainik Welfare Punjab, Chandigarh and the possession of land has been taken over. An Anglo-Sikh Saragarhi Education Society has been formed and got registered to built and run the school. Hon’ble Minister of Defence Services Welfare is the Chairman of the Society.

Progress so far- o In the meeting of Management Board held on 24/7/2006, it was decided unanimously to give the school in public private joint venture with fixed lease. o All rules, regulation and management terms will be made by the private party. o There will be a Government member in the Management Board who will be nominated by Management Baord, but will not interefere in functioning of the school. o All the funds to run the school be generated by the private party.

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o Only limited piece of such as 5 or 6 acres land will be given to the private party.

To be done – An amount of Rs 300.00 lac has been provided for the 11th Five Year Plan and a token provisions of Rs 0.10 lac during the year 2007-08. As the school is to be run by the private party, the scheme may be dropped.

7.5 ‘Financial Assistance to the Parents of Martyrs (Shaheeds)’ (DSW-6)

Scope of Work- Under this scheme financial assistance of Rs 2.00 lac in each case is given to the parents of martyrs who are killed in the notified Operations/Counter Insurgency anywhere in India with effect from 1/1/99 onwards. The District-wise detail of pending cases is enclosed in Annexure- 7.5.

Progress so far- A total No. of 59 cases were provided financial assistance during 2006-07.

To be done – About 31 cases are pending and about 15 more cases are likely to be received in the current financial year. Thus the total requirement of funds under this scheme is Rs 92.00 lac against an outlay of Rs. 50 lac provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08. Hence, an enhancement of Rs. 42 lac is required.

7.6 ‘Provision for the grant of Rs 5.00 lac for purchase of plot/house for the widows of Martyrs/75% to 100% disabled soldiers during the different operations from the period 01/01/99 onwards’ (DSW-7)

Scope of Work- Under this scheme financial assistance of Rs 5.00 lac in each case is given to the dependents of martyrs/above 75% to 100% disabled

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soldiers who are killed/injured in the notified operations/counter insurgency anywhere in India with effect from 1/1/99 onwards. The District-wise detail of pending cases is enclosed in Annexure 7.6.

Progress so far- About 138 cases were provided grant during 2006-07.

To be done – Presently 130 case are pending and about 20 more cases are likely to be received in the current financial year, which will required an amount of Rs 7.50 Cr against an outlay of Rs 4.00 Cr during the current financial year. Therefore, the provision under this scheme is required to be raised from Rs 4.00 Cr to Rs 7.50 Cr.

7.7 Free Education to the children of Ex-Servicemen – (Election Manifesto BJP Item No. 15)

Scope of Work- Free education shall be provided to the children of Ex- Serviceman.

Progress so far- The Case is being taken up with the Secretary Education. No policy has been formulated as yet. No funds have provided for this purpose.

To be done – Department to submit the proposal in this regard to the Education Department.

7.8 To set up War Museum at Amritsar (Election Manifesto SAD Item No. 27)

Scope of Work- To set up the War Museum to the located in Amritsar in honour of brave solders and freedom fighters of Jallianwala Bagh as a mark of respect and to preserve their memory.

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Progress so far- Proposal is being prepared to set up a war Museum. No action has been initiated for construction War Museum at Amritsar as yet.

To be done – Department to submit the proposal in this regards.

7.9 Rs 11000/- shall be given to every Ex-Serviceman when his son or daughter gets married if his pension/income is below Rs 1,00,000/- a year. (Election Manifesto BJP Item No. 16)

Scope of Work- Rs 11000/- shall be given to every Ex-Serviceman when his son or daughter gets married if his pension/income is below Rs 1,00,000/- a year.

Progress so far- Marriage grant has already been enhanced from existing Rs 5000/- to Rs 15000/- per marriage vide letter No.CMO/confi-9/18/96-CA- 1/829 dated 14/9/2006. Decision regarding raising the income limit from Rs 25000/- to Rs 1.00 lac is to be taken by the Hon’ble Chief Minister, Punjab, as this amount is given out of CM’s Security Relief Fund.

To be done – Action is to be taken by the CMO for enhancing the income limit.

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Annexure – 7.5 District-wise number of pending cases under plan scheme DSW-6 - Financial Assistance to the Parents of Martyrs (Shaheeds)

SN District No. of pending cases

1 Amritsar 08

2 Bathinda 01

3 Faridkot 01

4 Ferozepur 03

5 Gurdaspur 05

6 Hoshiarpur 02

7 Jalandhar 03

8 Kapurthala 03

9 Ludhiana 01

10 Mansa 01

11 Nawanshahar 01

12 Ropar 02

Total 31

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Annexure – 7.6

District-wise number of pending cases under plan scheme DSW-7 - Provision for the grant of Rs 5.00 lac for purchase of plot/house for the widows of Martyrs/75% to 100% disabled soldiers during the different operations from the period 01/01/99 onwards

SN District No. of pending cases

1 Amritsar 29

2 Bathinda 04

3 Faridkot 03

4 Ferozepur 04

5 Gurdaspur 37

6 Hoshiarpur 11

7 Jalandhar 05

8 Kapurthala 06

9 Ludhiana 08

10 Mansa 02

11 Moga 02

12 Mukatsar 01

13 Nawanshahar 02

14 Patiala 02

15 Ropar 05

16 Sangrur 09

Total 130

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8. EDUCATION (SCHOOLS)

8.1 Transfer of primary schools to PRIs/MCs (Old/New/ CM Speech PVS).

Scope of Work-Primary schools transferred to PRIs and Urban & Local Bodies.

Progress so far –5752 schools have been transferred to PRIs & 13034 teachers have been recruited (details at Annexure 8.1-A) and 200 Primary schools transferred to MCs & recruitment of 513 teachers have already been completed. (details at Annexure 8.1- B)

Comments- Completed.

8.2 Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Project ( Rs 20.00 Cr ACA-2006-07) EDS - 1

Scope of Work- o Implementation of Computerization in 5272 upper primary schools (6- 12 class). o There are 4 levels of school education namely Primary(1-5 class),Middle(6-8 class),High (9-10 class) and Senior Secondary (11th -12th class) o Computer labs to be set up in the schools except primary. o It is a six year project 1st year is a base year, 5 years are computer education to the students.

Funds - (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Cleared by Utilized Additional 2007-08 PD Requirement during 2007-08 397.39 50.18 16.35 - -

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(Rs Cr) Annual Liability of ICT Project Year Ist phase IInd IIIrd Total phase phase 2004-05 17.09 - - 17.09 2005-06 21.85 20.12 - 41.97 2006-07 22.76 22.69 33.37 78.82 2007-08 23.68 23.3 19.08 66.06 2008-09 24.72 23.96 19.6 68.28 2009-10 22.18 24.66 20.16 67 2010-11 - 18.33 20.75 39.08 2011-12 - - 19.09 19.09 Total 132.28 133.06 132.05 397.39

Progress so far – o All these phases of ICT project are under operation and 5272 government upper primary schools are being covered. o Additional 308 schools of phase III which were left out due to non availability of electricity or rooms for establishing the labs are also being taken up in 2007-08. o State Govt. vide its notification dated 28-11-2006 enhanced the remuneration from Rs 4500/- to Rs 7000/- lump sum p.m to the computer faculty having the qualification BCA or equivalent with minimum of three subjects of computers in all the three years leading to degree or diploma from a recognized university. o The cost of salary of teachers upto Rs. 4500/- is being made from the fee collection from students to the extend of Rs. 20/- (class 6-8 ) and Rs. 25/- (class 9-12) per month. The additional salary cost of Rs. 2500/- is made by the Government.

Phasewise detail of ICT Project

Phase No.of No.of Student Cost of the Project(Rs.in cr) Schools Teachers s (in recruited lakh) Fixed Recurring Total

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Ist 1307 3000 7.50 90.13 42.15 132.28 (2004-05 to 2009-10) 2nd 1572 2218 3.50 70.30 63.06 133.06 2005-06 to 2010-11 3rd 2085 1600 2.50 79.90 52.15 132.05 2006-07 to +308 2011-12 2007-08 5272 6818 13.79 240.33 157.36 397.39

Details of Phases Ist phase 2nd phase 3rd phase 1 Govt.schools with 1307 school 1572 school 2393 schools enrollment > 300 >125 student >25 students students 2 Students covered 7.50 lakh 3.50 lakh 2.50 lakh 3 Hardware-Five Years 76.00 cr 57.60 cr 65.50 Hardware one year (15.20 cr) (11.52 cr) (13.10 cr) 4 System software (Five 2.90 cr 2.50cr 2.40cr Years) 5 Man power (per year) 21.55 cr 9.67cr 9.67cr 6 Site preparation (one time) 11.23 cr 10.29cr 12.00cr 7 Misc. Expenditure 3.00 cr 3.00cr 3.00cr 8 First year liability 52.89 cr 36.89 40.17 9 Subsequent years 38.76 cr 24.19 25.77 10 Total fee collection from 19.60 cr pa 11.40 cr pa 6.75 cr pa students – range Rs 20/- to Rs 25/- per month

Rs Cr Fixed cost Recurring cost Item Ist 2nd 3nd Item Ist 2nd 3nd phase phase phase phase phas phase e Hardware 76.00 57.60 65.50 Internet 5.00 5.00 5.00 Site 11.23 10.20 12.00 Reference 15.00 15.00 15.00 preparation books Software 2.90 2.50 2.40 Manageme 1.00 1.00 1.00 nt Stationary 5.00 5.00 5.00 salary & 16.15 36.76 26.12 others

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Total 90.13 70.30 79.90 Total 42.15 62.76 52.15 Total fee 19.60 11.40 6.75 collection from students range Rs.20 to 25 per month

Target Date- 31/3/2012

Comments -All three phases of ICT projects would be completed on 31/3/2012.

8.3 Mid-day meal scheme (EDE-2)

Scope of Work- To provide Mid Day Meal in all Primary schools (1 to 5 class). The cost per student per day is Rs. 2/- out of which State government contributes Rs. 0.50.

Funds - (Rs cr) Project Outlay Cleared Released Utilized Additional cost 2007-08 by PD by FD Requirement during 2007-08 - 55.00 23.15 - - -

Progress so far- o Mid-Day-Meal scheme is being implemented effectively w.e.f 1/4/2006. 13096 Government Primary Schools are covered & about 14.88 lacs students are availing cooked mid day meal. o Students studying in all the Government Primary Schools/Aided/EGS/AIE and PRIs are provided Mid Day Meal for 247 days in a year. o Expenditure of Rs 43.39 Cr was incurred during 2006-07.

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o Nutrition - 480 calories + 12gms protein per student per meal & vegetable dal etc purchased from cooking charges by Mothers Self Help Groups (MSHG). o It has been decided that the Department of Rural Development & Panchayats and Local Govt (Urban Dev) will implement the Mid-Day -Meal Scheme in the schools transferred to them in coordination with the concerned Deputy Commissioners. o Detailed at Annexure ‘8.3’.

Comments- All schools covered.

8.4 Sarv Shikhsa Abhiyan including NPEGEL, EGS and KGBV (50:50) EDE-1

Scope of Work- o To provide useful elementary education of satisfactory quality for all by 2010 and to achieve zero dropout rate. Started during the year 2001-02 and will come to end on 31/3/2010. o The programme aims at upgradation of school infrastructure (i.e. primary/upper primary and Class VI to VIII section of High/Senior Secondary Schools) and supply of books etc.

Funds - (Rs Cr) Project Outlay 2007- Cleared by Utilized Additional cost 08 PD Requirement during 2007-08 - 120.00 16.25 - -

Progress so far-

o Sarva Shikha Abhiyan started in 2000-01 with the ratio of 85:15 between GOI & State Govt. Now funding pattern stands revised to 50:50. Year wise detail of expenditure as under -

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(Rs lacs) Year State Share Central Share Total 2001-02 49.85 149.55 199.40 2002-03 973.17 10385.00 11358.17 2003-04 2583.00 6476.00 9059.00 2004-05 2677.83 3040.00 5717.87 2005-06 4905.58 16996.58 21902.16 2006-07 2626.64 13160.00 15787.64*

*Rs. 2.82 Cr unspent amount of previous years. o Rs 157.87 cr was released (Rs 131.60 cr by GOI + Rs 26.27 cr as state share) upto 31/3/2007 and same amount was utilized. o Detailed at Annexure ‘8.4’. o The detail of physical performance from 2002-07 is given as under - Details of physical progress for 2002-07

Sr.No. Name of the works Unit(No) Target Achievement Completed Progress 1 2 3 4 5 6 1. Construction of BRC No. 141 107 34 Buildings 2 Construction of CRC No. 695 594 101 Buildings 3 Construction of No 6281 3917 2242 additional classroom(Primary) 4 Construction of No. 7117 4423 2519 additional classroom ( Upper Primary schools) 5 Building less schools No 238 119 118 6. Toilets & Drinking water No. 17531 16872 579 facility 7. Const. of Head Master No. 534 468 66 room for UPS 8 Varandha No. 125 105 20 9 New school No. 267 96 144 building/branch school 10 Building as learning No. 1200 169 1031 Aid(BALA) 11 Kitchen shed for Mid No 88 - 88 Day Meal

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Target Date –31/3/2010

Comments- This project would be completed on 31/3/2010.

8.5 Implementation of EDUSAT Project in the State (EDE-5)

Scope of Work- To provide better quality of Education through satellite.

Funds - (Rs Cr) Project Outlay 2007- Released by Utilized Additional cost 08 FD Requirement during 2007-08 - 4.72 - - -

Progress so far o A sum of Rs 12.00 Cr was released to Education Department in 2005- 06. A sum of Rs 910.53 lakh has been utilized.- (Detailed at Annexure 8.5) – - Payment to ISRO for 290 SIT Hardware = 783.67 lac. - EDUSAT Site preparation at 300 class room end = 60.00 lac - Payment to Mandi Board for Site preparation at PSEB, Mohali = 15.57 lac - Payment made to PICTES 50% cost of the total building structure of Microsoft Academy & EDUSAT at GMSSS, Phase 3-B-1, Mohali = 44.55 lac. - Miscellaneous expenditure including Salary, conducting workshop etc. = 6.73 lac. o State hub at PSEB Mohali has been installed and commissioned by HUGHES- vendor of ISRO. o The site preparation work has been completed at most of the SIT location. o The work of content generation is under progress and the Resources Persons have been empanelled for the Content Generation. The live telecast

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through EDUSAT Network has been initiated on 15/12/2006 on experimental basis.

Comments- It is a continuous project.

8.6 Opening of Adarsh Schools in each block of the State (ACA- 2007-08) EDS-8

Scope of Work- o To establish one Adarsh School in each block of the State with capital cost of Rs 5.00 to 6.00 Cr. o To provide free top quality edcuation – poor meritoious students belonging to rural areas . o Admissions would be on the basis of merit.

Funds - (Rs.Cr) Project Outlay 2007- Released by Utilized Additional cost 08 FD Requirement during 2007-08 650.00 50.00 - - -

Progress so far- Rs 50.00 Cr (as ACA) has been provided in the annual plan 2007-08 respectively.

8.7 Repair Maintenance and Additonal Class Rooms for govt elementary schools in rural areas (ACA- 2004-05) (EDE-3)

Scope of Work – To upgrade the infrastructural facilities in the Government elementary Schools of the rural areas. Funds- (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during

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2007-08 - 20.00 - -

Progress so far – Rs 20.00 Cr has been provided during Annual Plan 2007-08 for release of ACA of 2004-05.

To be Done –To improve the infrastructure facilities in the Government elementary schools

Target Date – 31/3/2008

8. 8 Strengthening of Science Laboratories in High and Senior Secondary Schools. (ACA 2006-07) (EDS - 4)

Scope of Work – To upgrade the Science Laboratories in the Government High and Senior Secondary School during 2007-08.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 - 2.00 - -

Progress so far – Rs 2.00 Cr has been provided during Annual Plan 2007-08 for release of ACA of 2006-07.

To be Done – To provide quality Education in the stream of science to the students of the rural areas.

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8.9 Infrastructural Development in Government Schools. (Education Cess) (EDS - 5)

Scope of Work – To improve the infrastrucral facilities in the government educational institution

Funds- (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 - 30.00 - -

Progress so far – Rs 30.00 Cr has been provided during Annual Plan 2007-08.

To be Done – A Cess of Rs. 10/- per litre was imposed on sale of liquor (IMFL, Punjab Medium Liquor & Beer) in the State as per Punjab Education Development Act 1998. The amount is to be utilized for providing infrastrucral facilities in the Government Educational Institutions.

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9. EMPLOYMENT GENERATION

9.1 Creation of self employment opportunities through Human Resource Development & Vocational Training (EG-1)

Scope of Work- The main aim is to enhance the employability of youth by providing them with –job specific vocational skills and soft skills.

Progess- In order to achieve the said objectives, a new department of Employment Generation has been created by the State Government, notification for which has been issued on 11/4/07.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 15.00 - -

To be done- The following schemes will be implemented by this Department during 2007- 08 - SN Programme Physical targets Estimated Expenditure (Rs. in crore) 1 Special Training for women, 2,000 beneficiaries from 3.50 Border Youth and unskilled SCs, BPL families, Rural Youth through existing disabled persons and government and government financially weaker aided institutions ensuring 30% section; 1000 women employment. beneficiaries, 1,000 border youth and 3,000 unskilled rural youth. Training will be provided free of cost to the above said beneficiaries. 2 Coaching for competitions like (i)500 toppers from each 1.00 Civil Services, PCS district at graduate/post

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examination for employment in graduate level every banks through year (total coverage government/government aided comes to 10,000 institutions by including the beneficiaries). subject experts/institutions on a (ii)50% of the cost of Public Private Partnership coaching would be borne basis by the government and 50% by the beneficiary/candidate himself/herself. (iii)Special concessions would be provided to SC/ST candidates. 3 Training for improving vocal 2500 teachers from 1.50 & vocational skill of teachers college level institutions and 10,000 teachers from Senior Secondary/High Schools/Polytechnics and ITIs.

4 Professional/Expert/Consulting About 50 courses 2.00 services would be hired on including courses on soft contract and outsourcing basis skills would be got for carrying out the activities introduced/developed of Department of Employment alongwith the course Generation material, instruction material and other soft infrastructure.

5 Start of Vocational Training 10 institutions in every 1.00 district every year on Public Private Partnership basis 6 Orientation Programmes, - 1.00 Publicity Awareness, Conferences, Seminars, Job Festivals, Job Melas, Interview, Job, Tests 7 Educational and vocational All schools, colleges, in 1.00 guidance villages and towns for counseling of the youth. 8 Infrastructure Support Services - 3.00 9 Manpower survey (i) One time Mission 0.80 Mode Project. (ii) Man power data to

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be collected from all rural/urban area of the State. (iii) Age limit is between 17-40 years.

10 Job Survey in India & Abroad About 500 job profiles 0.30 under main categories and 1000 subcategories would be created. About 100 job profiles would be collected from abroad

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10. FISHERIES

10.1 Assistance to Fish Farmers Development Agencies in the State (75:25) (FH 2)

Scope of Work – o Subsidy for renovation for existing ponds (Old ponds & Gram Panchayat Ponds) @ Rs 12000 per ha. and Rs 40,000 for excavation (for own land) in similar area is provided to the Fish Farmers under the scheme. o Besides this, subsidy of Rs 6000/- is also provided for the purchase for first year’s inputs. o In Fish Culture with others adoption of instruments to produce substantial fish production, under these alternatives other subsidies are also given to Fish Farmers which are as under - i) Subsidy for aerator @ 25% with a maximum ceiling of Rs 12,500/- for each set of aerators ii) Subsidy for integrated fish farming @ 20% with a maximum ceiling of Rs 16,000/-. iii) Subsidy for establishment of fresh water fish seed hatcheries @ 10% with a maximumn ceiling of Rs 80,000/-. iv) Besides the above subsidy the Govt. of India has made the provision under the scheme to provide 5 days training to Fish Farmers for which stipend @ Rs 50 per day during the training period and lump sum of Rs 100/- towards the travel expenses/field visits will be incurred on each trainee. It is targeted to bring an additional area of 4250 ha and 1050 ha in the 11th five year plan and annual plan 2007-08 respectively.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized CS SS

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600.00 200.00 - -

Progress so far –

To be done – Subsidy will be provided as per norms of the scheme.

Target date – 31/3/2008

10.2 Pilot Project for the Development of Fisheries in Saline/brackish water in the State (FH 5)

Scope of Work – o 1.25 lac hectares area of district Faridkot, Ferozepur, Mukatsar, Moga, Bathinda & Mansa is not fit for agricultural purposes due to saline/brackishwater. o Saline/Brackish water can be used for the development of Fisheries. o To explore the possibility of aquaculture in this area, a pilot project was entrusted to the PAU, Ludhiana final report has been obtained from the PAU.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized

0.13 -

Progress so far –

To be done – To achieve this project, trials and demonstrations will continue for at least three years Farmers will develop fisheries units under the supervision of the Fisheries Department and that the Department will bear the

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cost of the excavation and renovation of pond @ Rs 1.00 lac/ha and Rs 50,000/- ha respectively.

Target date – 31/3/2008

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11. FINANCE

11.1 Works to be sent to NABARD under RIDF – XII

Scope of Work – 11 projects costing Rs 709.32 Cr sent to NABARD for availing loan of Rs 590.90 Cr under RIDF-XII during 2006-07.

Progress so far – (Rs Cr) SN Name of the Project Total Loan Sanctioned Loan Financial Released Outlay Projects and loan sanctioned by NABARD under RIDF-XII Irrigation 1 Conversion of Banur Canal 47.96 45.56 3.65 from non perennial to perennial 2 Medium Irrigation Project 10.56 10.03 - Pakhowal Distributory 3 Flood protection project on 84.89 67.49 - river Ghaggar 4 Drainage Project for 10.55 7.65 - Improvement Agriculture Production by controlling Water Logging Problem in Muktsar district. PWD (B&R)

5 Rural Roads and Bridges 303.40 241.73 122.90 Project

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6 Rural Roads and Bridges 62.48 49.99 25.16 Project-I

7 15 Rural Roads Projects 23.36 18.69 - (Strengthening & Improvement) Name of the Project Total Loan Sanctioned Loan Financial Released Outlay Water Supply & Sanitation 8 143 RDWS projects 48.73 41.42 - Hoshiarpur Distt 9 123 RDWS projects 49.25 41.24 - Ferozepur Distt Total loan sanctioned 641.18 523.80 151.71

To be Done – Irrigation project ‘Artificial recharge of Ground Water-Surface drainage system’ yet to be sanctioned by NABARD.

Comments- Irrigation project is under consideration at Regional Office NABARD/HO Mumbai.

11.2 XIII : 533 (RIDF)

(Rs Cr) SR.No Name of the Department Amount allocated under RIDF XIII 2007-08 Projects submitted/ being subemitted to NABARD under RIDF-XIII 1. Technical Education 100.00 2. Rural Development 80.00

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3. Animal Husbandry 40.00 4. Agriculture 20.00 5. Irrigation 80.00 6. Education 123.00 7. PWD 90.00 Total 533.00

To be Done – Proposals should be submitted to the Head Office of NABARD with in one month.

Comments - The gap in the disbursement pertaining to the previous RIDF projects is also reduced to the minimum duing during 2006-07, so that the target of total withdrawl of Rs. 1000.00 crore from NABARD during 2007-08 is met.

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12. FOOD & CIVIL SUPPLIES

12.1 Atta Dal Scheme ( Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work- To provide 4 Kg of Dal and 35 Kg of wheat at Rs 20 and Rs 4 per Kg to the identified BPL families.

Progress so far- o Atta Dal Scheme to be launched in the State from 15th August 2007. o Survey with increased income limit from Rs 20000/- to Rs 30000/- per family completed and 13.57 lac (Annexure 12.1) poor eligible households identified. o BPL families will be provided 4 kg of Dal and 35 kg wheat at Rs 20/- and Rs 4/- per kg respectively at an annual subsidy of around Rs 559 Cr. o The subsidy per month per one lac family is Rs 3.43 Cr The subsidy for current year would work out to about Rs 349.00 Cr for 7 ½ months and Rs 559.00 Cr for the entire year. (Annexure 12.1A)

12.2 Ensure hassle free procurement of wheat and Cash Credit limits

Scope of Work- Ensure hassle free procurement of wheat and Cash Credit limits.

Item Production (Lac Contribution to Central Storage capacity as tones) pool(Lac tones) on 31/3/2006(Lac 2005-06 2006- 2005-06 2006-07 tones) 07 Wheat 144.93 145.00 90.1 - Rice 101.93 101.38 86.5 - 192.45

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Progress so far- o During 2006-07, a quantity of 103.35 lac M.T. paddy was procured by food procuring agencies. o As far as procurement of wheat in RMS (Rabi Marketing Season) in 2007-08 is concerned. The likely arrival of wheat will be approximately 95 lac MT. The procurement by Government agencies is likely to be 75-80 lac MT and 15-20 lac MTs by traders depending the overall production scenario of the country and prices in the open market. During RMS 2007-08 Rs. 750/- per Qtl as MSP of wheat & Rs 100/-bonus has been fixed by Government of India. Thus the sale price of wheat comes to Rs 850/- per Qtl. The State Government has arranged Rs 82.39 Cr as CCL through RBI for the procurement of wheat. So far 78.51 lac MT of wheat has arrived in the mandis of the state .Govt. agencies have procured 65.64 lac MT for the Central Pool and traders have procured 6.83 lac MT. Besides state agencies have procured about 6.04 lac MT in the state pool as per the direction of the Punjab Government to meet the requirement of Atta Dal scheme of the State Government. o The necessary instructions has already been issued to the field staff to procure wheat stock which confirms to the laid down specification on the same day and make payment to the farmers on the same day.

12.3 Printing of Ration Cards.

Scope of Work- There are 42,11,793 families in Punjab out of which No. of rural families is 26,59,497 and urban families 15,52,296. Out of this there are 4,44,408 BPL families(Rural 3,18,884 and urban 1,25,524). The department has placed an order with the department of Printing and Stationery to print about 62 lac ration cards to be issued to APL (50 lac), BPL(10 lacs) and AAY(2 lac) beneficiaries with distinctive colours of green, yellow and pink respectively as per the guidelines of the GoI.

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Progress so far-

Category Urban Rural Total Requirem Printed(i Balance ent (lac) n lacs) (in lacs) APL 50 19.15 30.85 BPL 1,25,524 3,18,884 4,44,408 10 10.00 - AAY 2 2.00 - Total 15,52,296 26,59,497 42,11,793 62 31.15 30.85

Comments – The Department has not supplied the latest information as on 31/5/2007.

12.4 Essential Commodities Act to be Amended ( Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work- To amend the Essential Commodities Act

Progress so far- o Any amendment in the essential commodities Act can be made with the prior approval of Government of India. The Government of India has removed licensing control over most of the essential commodities in the year 2002-03. o The Government of India has to be approached in case State Government desires to bring some amendments. The Department will take further action, if any suggestion in this regard is received from any quarter.

12.5 Strengthening of Public Distribution System & Reopening of Fair Price Shops ( Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work- Strengthening of Public Distribution System and Reopening of Fair Price Shops.

Progress so far- o The functioning of PDS suffers from certain inherent difficulties. There are very few commodities on the PDS list and the Government of India has

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been requested to bring more items on the PDS list. The margin of profit to the fair price shop owners is also very less. The issue of strengthening of PDS is being discussed and deliberated upon at various levels and proposed measures will be taken in due course of time. o There are about 13929 Fair Price Shop in the State out of which 9409 are located in Rural Areas and 4520 are in Urban Areas. These shops are functioning normally and have never been closed. o Wheat, rice and k.oil are being distributed to the various beneficiaries under APL, BPL and AAY categories as per the guidelines of GoI on fixed scale and price. o Families: BPL – 4.61lac, Antodaya – 1.39 lac and APL – 48.89 lac. o Wheat and rice is being distributed to APL,BPL and AAY families as given below:-

Category No. of Scale of distribution of Rates – Rs. per kg Ration card wheat & rice in kilograms (in lacs) per month per family Wheat Rice AAY 1.38 35 2.00 3.00 BPL 4.61 35 4.54 6.12 APL 48.90 35 6.59 8.90

(1) Kerosene oil is issued at the scale of 8 litre per ration card per month in urban areas and 6 litre per ration card per month in rural areas @ Rs 9.50(approximately) per litre. 3 litre of kerosene oil issued for single cylinder LPG connection where as no kerosene oil is issued to holder of double barrel cylinder of gas. (2) Sugar: There is a provision of 500 gram per person per month @Rs 13.50 per kg for BPL families.

Comments – Latest information is still awaiting from Department.

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13. FORESTRY AND WILD LIFE

13.1 Externally Aided Forestry Development Project - for preservation of forests in the State being implemented in the State with the assistance of Japan Bank of International Cooperation (JBIC). (FM Budget Speech) (FT 1)

Scope of Work- The objective of this project is to affront and rehabilitate the degraded lands in order to bridge the gap between demand and supply of the forest products and to reverse the environment degradation and increase forest cover.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 30.00 4.46 4.46

Progress so far- o The original project cost was Rs 408.10 Cr and the operation period of this project was for 8 years ie from 1997-98 to 2004-05. o The period has now been extended upto 31/3/2009. o The cost of the project is now Rs 513.42 Cr – Rs 250.81 Cr (I tranche- 1997-98 to 30/11/2002), Rs198.35 Cr (II tranche-1/12/2002 to 31/3/2007) and Rs 60.00 Cr ( III tranche- 31/3/2007 to 31/3/2009) The detail of amount reimbursed is as under - Expenditure ( Rs Cr) Period Provision Reimbu Non- Recived Achievement rseable Reimbu from rseable Funding Agency/ GOI

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Ist 1997-98 250.81 231.79 19.02 231.79 Plantation over an area of 58481 Tranche to ha , Soil Conservation Work 30-11-02 such as, Brush Wood, Drystone masonry Check Dam, Continuous live hedges, Double line spurs, Forest Research, Building,GIS/MIS etc.,and other works as approved in the Project Report. Iind 1-12- 198.35 148.93 49.42 148.93 Plantation over an area of 20900 Tranche 2002 to ha , Soil Conservation Work 31-3-07 such as, Brush Wood, Drystone masonry Check Dam, Continuous live hedges, Double line spurs, Forest Research, Building, GIS/MIS etc., and other works as approved in the Project Report. Extensi 1-4-2007 60.00 2.97 1.49 Claims Maintenance of old plantation on to 31-2- (expen (expend submitted over an area of 19408 ha period 09 diture iture to JBIC continuing. Soil Conservation upto upto upto Work such as, Brush Wood, 3/09 5/2007) 5/2007) Drystone masonry Check Dam, Continuous live hedges, Double line spurs, Forest Research, Building,GIS/MIS etc., and other works as approved in the Project Report

o A sum of Rs 30 Cr has been provided during 2007-08 mainly for maintenance of old plantations raised in earlier years.

Target Date- 31/3/2009

13.5 Farm Forestry (FT-5)

Scope of Work

o To increase the tree cover in the State by way of planting trees along the field boundaries and other available lands of private people. Under this scheme,

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plants are raised in the departmental nurseries and are supplied to the public at rates fixed by the Government. o To provide fuel wood and small timber for local needs.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized

2.00

Progress so far- 16 lac plants were supplied during 2006-07 and target for 2007-08 is to supply 40 lac plants.

Target Date- 31/3/2008

13.8 Plantations on Non Forest Government and Institutional Lands including Urban Planting (FT-8)

Scope of Work o Departmental Planting on Non-Forest Government/Institutional Lands. o Supply of Plants to Army, Para Military and Educational Institutions o Urban Plantation

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 1.50

Progress so far- During 2006-07, 174 ha area was covered and 2 lac plant were supplied to Army, Para Military and Educational Institutions. The target of 2007-08 is to cover 100 ha and supply 20 lac plants.

Target Date- 31/3/2008

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13.9 Punjab Forestry and Watershed Development Project (FT- 10)

Scope of Work o The Punjab Forestry Development Project would be implemented in 1021 villages spread out in 15 districts to protect and conserve the wild life and maintain the biodiversity. o The Punjab Watershed Development Project will be implemented in 172 villages of 27 sub watersheds in 5 districts. i.e. Mohali, Ropar, Nawanshehar, Hoshiarpur and Gurdaspur. o To bring more forest blocks in Shiwalik Hills and Plains under protected area network of the State by developing them into suitable wildlife habitat. o Establishment of 20 environmental parks to make the cities ecologically secure.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 1.00

Progress so far-

13.9 Review of Punjab Land Preservation Act, 1900 (PLPA) Election Manifesto.

Scope of Work o The Punjab Land Preservation Act, 1900 (PLPA) provides a regulatory framework for better preservation and protection of certain portions of the territories of Punjab. This Act is mostly applicable to area along the Shivaliks in the State. The implementation of this statute is also subject to applicability of other Laws as well as judicial pronouncements on the issue. The following actions are proposed to be taken:-

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o To examine and review this institutional arrangement - especially in respect of felling Cycle so as to strive to mitigate the problems of local community within the above framework and a fine balance is attained between the needs of local stakeholders and the long term ecological security. o Initiate fieldwork and stakeholder analysis. Commissioning of working Group/s and preparation of a non-plan scheme for approval for strengthening of implementation machinery etc. o Draw expert advice/consultancy support as necessary and assess need for field studies.

Progress so far-

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14. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION AND PERSONNEL

14.1 Restructuring of Government Departments, possibilities of out sourcing and PPPs, recruitment of only essential staff

Scope of Work- o Restructuring cell has been created in the department of Personnel for screening the restructuring proposals of departments before submitting the same to the Officers Committee. o To ensure recruitment of minimum critical staff required in all government departments/institutions.

Progress so far – o Proposals of 15 Departments for revival/creation of 31583 posts of A,B,C & D Groups have been cleared by the Group of Ministers and Council of Ministers. o Proposal of 5 Departments for the revival /creation of 765 posts of Group A,B,C & D have been cleared by the Officers Committee . o Details at Annexure 14.1. o Proposals of 17 Departments have been discussed in the meeting of the Officers Committee held on 21/12/2006, proceedings of 9 departments are awaited. o Total financial liability on account of posts cleared for revival/ creation by the CMM, Group of Ministers and the Officers Committee of 32348 ( 31583+765) posts is estimated at Rs. 367 crore per annum. Estimated Financial Liability SN Group of the No. of Posts Approximate Annual expenditure Posts (Rs Cr) 1 A 4317 78.77 2 B 3595 50.86

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3 C 23245 229.77 4 D 1191 7.39 Total 32348 366.79 say Rs367Cr.

To be Done- A meeting of the officers committee to discuse the proposals of five Departments have been fixed for 31/7/2007 and the proposals from the remaining departments are yet to be received.

14.2 5th Pay Commission to be set up (New / FM Budget Speech) – Completed

Scope of Work- Setting up of 5th Pay Commission.

Progress so far- 5th Pay Commission has been set up vide notification dated 19/12/2006 under the Chairmanship of Sh SK Tuteja, IAS(Retd) .

Comments – Completed .

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15. HEALTH

15.1 Construction of new hospitals(Fatehgarh Sahib and Nangal) (DHS-10)

Scope of Work- Secondary Level Mother and Child Hospital at Fatehgarh Sahib o Construction of secondary level 60 bedded Mother and Child Hospital to provide specialized maternal and child healthcare services. Estimated Cost of the construction including land is envisaged to be Rs 8.05 Cr. As per the plan, this hospital will be constructed by the Health Department and run under public private partnership (PPP). o During 2005-06, possession of 3 acre land at village Peer Jain was taken. o During 2006-07, an expenditure of Rs 250.00 lac was incurred on construction work. o During 2006-07, the matter had been taken up with the PIDB for identifying suitable private healthcare provider for management of this hospital. Apart from this, a meeting was held on 15/11/2006 with the Director, PGIMER to explore the possibility of running the institute by PGIMER, Chandigarh. Sub-divisional Hospital, Nangal o Construction of 50 bedded Sub-divisional hospital at an estimated cost of Rs 6.33 Cr-Construction (Rs 5.58 Cr) and Equipment (Rs 0.75 Cr). Proposed to be run by the department itself. o During 2006-07, possession of the land was taken up. The work of construction of main building was allotted. o During 2006-07, an expenditure of Rs 100.00 lac was incurred for possession of land and on construction work as regard to clearing of the site.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 5.00 -

Progress so far- o During the year 2007-08, approved outlay is Rs 500.00 lac. o On going projects.

To be done o Work of construction of main building of Nangal Hospital to be started. o The construction work of Mother & Child Hospital at Fatehgarh Sahib is to be completed.

Target Date - 31/3/2008.

15.2 National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) (85:15) (DHS-12)

Scope of Work- The aim is to provide accessible, affordable, accountable and effective Primary Health Care under the National Rural Health Mission. o State Health Mission headed by CM was been constituted. o District Health Mission under the co-chairmanship of Chairman Zila Parishad and DC have been constituted. State Health Society has been constituted under NRHM and the same has been sent for registration. The existing societies for various diseases/ programmes will shortly be dissolved and merged into the State Health Society/District Health Societies. o State RCH Society received an amount of Rs 17.42 Cr from GOI in 2005-06. GOI has approved the State PIP(Project Implementation Plan) for Rs 36.12 crore from 2006-07 and Rs 23.72 Cr have been received till date. An expenditure of Rs 6.50 Crore has been incurred upto 31/1/2007.

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o District Action Plan - GOI has released Rs 170.00 lacs on 27.3.06 during 2005-06 @ 10.00 lac per district for preparation of District Action Plan under NRHM. These funds have been placed at the disposal of PHSC for getting District Action Plans(DAPs) prepared by hiring Technical Support Agency(TSA) by 30 Nov., 2006. Terms of Reference(TOR)have been finalized for engagement of consultants. Advertisement has been given in the leading newspapers Short listing of the consultants has been done. Request for Proposal(RFP)has been issued to the short listed consultants. Pre-Bid Conference fixed for 17.1.2007 has been held. The proposals have been received on 29.1.2007. Technical evaluation is being done, which will be completed by 15/2/2007. Target date – March, 2008. o Sub-Centers - A sum of Rs 317.19 lac has been released by GoI upto 31/12/2006 as untied funds for the use of all the sub centers @ Rs 10,000/- per sub-centre under NRHM. An expenditure of Rs 97.33 lac has been incurred upto 31/1/2007. Number of Sub-centres covered is 2858. o SHC/RD - GOI has released a sum of Rs 173.40 lac on 28/11/06 for funding Alternate Model of Health Care Delivery System through PRIs, which has been transferred to Department of Rural Development & Panchayats which is hesitant to utilize the amount because they already have surplus funds for this purpose. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, New Delhi has further been requested to release an amount of Rs 74.27 Cr vide letter dated 12/12/2006 for funding this system. o PHCs/ Mini PHCs - Rs 1.21 Cr as untied funds @ Rs 25000/- per PHC and Rs 2.42 Cr @ Rs 50000/- per PHC for all 484 PHCs/ Mini PHCs for their annual maintenance have been released by GoI on 11/12/2006. No progress due to Election Code. o 116 CHCs - An amount of Rs 23.20 crore has been received during the year 2005-06 and 2006-07 from GoI for the upgradation of 116 CHCs to IPHS @ Rs 20.00 lac per CHC. The work in 34 CHCs has already been completed. U/C still to be sent. Remaining 82 CHCs for upgradation to IPHS have also been identified. Work is to be completed by 30/9/2007.

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o Rogi Kalyan Samities - Rogi Kalyan Samities have actually been constituted in all the district level hospitals. Necessary notification in this regard has been issued vide notification No. 1G/392/DG-1HB-4/28422 dated 11/12/2006. A sum of Rs 244 lakh has been received from GoI for Rogi Kalyan Samities, which are yet to be transferred to Secondary Level Hospitals, which has been held up because of Election Code and will be done after 13/2/2007. o Mobile Medical Units – An amount of Rs 829.80 lacs has been received from GOI for mobile medical units in December, 2006. (Annexure 15.2)

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 28.41 -

Progress so far – o During 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 2841.00 lac(as 15% State share). o On going project.

15.3 New Medical Department in PGI, Chandigarh (PM Announcement at Chandigarh in 9/2005)

Scope of Work- The Government of India would help to setup new medical departments in PGI so that it continues in the forefront of medical care. o A Proposal amounting to Rs 100 Cr of PGI for providing telemedicine facility, replacement/augmentation of imaging equipment and addition of new facilities in the areas of burn management, gastroenterology, hepatology and upgradation of renal transplant surgery, was forwarded to MoHFW, GoI vide DO dated 26/10/2005. o Planning Commission granted in principle approval.

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o Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC) of MoHFW has approved the project for Rs 84 Cr. A sum of Rs 45 Cr was released on 29/3/2007 and the remaining amount of Rs 39 Cr will be received during 2007-08

Progress so far-

To be done – MoH (GoI) to expedite the sanction and release of funds.

Comments – This pertains to PGI, Chandigarh and MoHFW, GoI.

15.4 Implementation of Tele-medicine Application in the State of Punjab - (65:35) (DHS-5) Scope of Work- o Total cost of the Tele-Medicine Project is Rs 4.14 Cr. The project aims at linking 19 District level hospitals and one Sub-divisional hospital at village Badal through tele-medicine facilities with PGIMER, Chandigarh and with the 3 Government Medical Colleges for 24 hour emergency services. o The Govt. of India, Ministry of Communication and Information Technology has given administrative approval for the implementation of Tele- medicine Project with an outlay of Rs 414.00 lac vide their sanction letter dated 31/10/2006, out of which GOI share as grant-in-aid would be Rs 267.00 lac and State share would be Rs 147.00 lac for a period of two years o The GOI has released the funds amounting to Rs 148.50 lac as first installment to Director, Centre for Development of Advance Computing(C- DAC), who is implementing agency of the project. This project will be implemented in collaboration with C-DAC Mohali. Work started on 1/12/2006. Equipment has been procured through C-DAC. o On pilot basis, three Hospitals ie Sub Divisional Hospital (SDH) Ajnala, SDH Dasuya and MKH Patiala have been linked with PGIMER. Installed and functional.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 1.47

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 147.00 lac. o On going project.

15.5 Sex Ratio(PM announcement, Election Manifesto) (DHS-9)

Scope of Work- o Checking the adverse sex ratio in Punjab. o Organizing exclusive Girl Child Competition. Total of 17,148 girl children was honoured and a sum of Rs 67.00 lac was utilised. o Multi-Media campaign against foeticide through television sports, radio jingle, wall writings/ paintings, hoardings etc. o Balri Rakshak Yojana - Incentive of Rs 500 & 700 per month is given to the couples who go for terminal method of family planning after birth of first & second female child (no male child) till the girl/girls attain the age of 18 years. 132 families were granted benefits under this scheme. o A new scheme “Assistance to NGOs/District Administration for enforcement of PNDT Act, monitoring of pregnancies, helpline etc.” has been incorporated in the Annual Plan 2007-08 with an outlay of Rs 1 Cr to tackle the problem of female foeticide. o New strategies for implementation of PNDT Act which include incentives and administrative set up specific for the Punjab State, have been approved under the RCH-II Project. o Mobility support has been provided to all the appropriate Authorities for augmenting routine/surprise check of the ultrasound/genetic centres.

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o In order to reduce the IMR at the level of Kerala State, Immunization Programme is being further strengthened. IMNCI Programme has been launched recently in the State. Under Integrated Management of Neo-Natal & Childhood Illness(IMNCI)Programme training to doctors, Para-medical & anganwadi workers of the four districts of Amritsar, Patiala, Tarn Taran and Ludhiana is being given for the management of Neo-Natal & Childhood Illness. o Under the RCH component of the NRHM, the Department is in the process of preparing State, District, Block and Village level plans to workout effective strategies to bring radical reduction in the IMR and under five mortality rates. o Janani Surkasha Yojna - Publicity has been done by putting up hoardings at all the 45 leading bus stands of the State. A road show was undertaken in the rural and urban slum areas of the State for popularizing this scheme. o Prizes for informers & payment to decoys- Rs 5000/- per case. 92 court cases/ FIRs had been registered and 249 suspension of registration of ultrasound centers have been done. 4 cases had been convicted. o Honoring of panchayats - Rs 2.5 lac for 10 panchayats who achieved child -sex ratio above 950 and Rs 3 lac each for 11 panchayats (5 in Patiala, 3 each in Fatehgarh Sahib and Nawanshahar) for achieving a child sex ratio of more than 1000 in the year 2006. o To monitor the pregnancies to check female foeticide on the lines of District Nawanshahar, instructions were issued to all the Civil Surgeons-cum- District Appropriate Authorities in the State by the department of Health and Family Welfare as well as from the Chief Ministers Office to monitor all pregnancies especially any missing pregnancy during second trimester of gestation so as to identify cases of sex selective foeticide. o Outcome- According to the findings of the survey conducted in July 2005, in the Sub Center level villages (2858) there were 817 girls to every 1000

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male in the age group 0-6 as compared to the sex ratio of 798:1000 in the same age group recorded in 2001.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2.00

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 100.00 lac each for DHS-9 “Balri Rakshak Yojana” and DHS-19 “Assistance to NGOs/District Administration for enforcement of PNDT Act, monitoring of pregnancies, helpline etc.” o On going project.

15.6 Renovation & Rehabilitation of Dispensaries in the four border districts (PM-11)

Scope of Work- o Renovation & Rehabilitation of Subsidiary Health Centres(Rural Dispensaries), situated in the four border districts, which had been transferred to the Zila Parishads by the State Govt. These dispensaries have been handed over to Service Providers(MBBS Graduates)on contract basis. o Planning Commission vide its letter dated 19/12/2006 had sanctioned a sum of Rs 137 Cr for development of education and health facilities in the border belts. The same was released by the MoF, Government of India vide letter dated 16/3/07. A sum of Rs 5.15 Cr has been earmarked for this item.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 5.15

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 515.00 lac. o On going project.

To be done – To renovate & rehabilitate SHCs transferred to the Zila Parishads, a sum of Rs 1.50 lac per dispensary is required in border districts as details given below:

Amount required SN District No of Dispensaries (Rs in Crore) 1 Amritsar 88 1.32 2 Tarn Taran 62 0.93 3 Ferozepur 79 1.19 4 Gurdaspur 114 1.71 Total 343 5.15

15.7 Opening of New Public Health Centres (PM Announcement 21/12/06)

Scope of Work- As per GOI norms, there should be a Public/Primary Health Centre for every 30,000 people in rural areas. As per this norm, 26 more PHCs are required in the 18 border blocks.

Funds- Planning Commission vide its letter dated 19/12/2006 had sanctioned a sum of Rs 137 crore for development of education and health facilities in the border belts. The same was released by the MoF, Government of India vide letter dated 16/3/2007. A sum of Rs 33.70 crore has been earmarked for this item.

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Progress so far- o Planning Commission had approved an amount of Rs 33.70 crore for opening of new Public/Primary Health Centres in the State. o Location of new Primary Health Centres has been identified. Estimates for the construction of building, staff quarters and equipments required are being worked out. o Identification of land/transfer of land in the name of the department is being worked out. o 26 new PHCs will be opened in border districts, as detailed below - SN District No. of PHCs Total Cost(Rs in crore) 1 Amritsar 12 15.55 2 Tarn Taran - - 3 Ferozepur 8 10.37 4 Gurdaspur 6 7.78 Total 26 33.70

To be done – Finalise the location of PHCs and then identify land.

15.8 Punjab Nirogi Yojana(50:50) (DHS 3)

Scope of Work- o The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance to the poor persons below the poverty line or poor persons whose income is less than Rs 3000/- per month in getting treatment of life threatening diseases and treatment for injuries caused by industrial accidents, bomb blasts, natural calamities, accidents while handling agricultural medicines etc. o The patient will be paid 100% estimated expenditure subject to a maximum limit of Rs 3.00 lac.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 1.00

Progress so far – o As per Government of India directions, a scheme “Punjab Nirogi Yojana” was framed to establish “State Illness Assistance Fund” to avail assistance under the “Rashtriya Aarogya Nidhi scheme” of the Government of India in April, 2007.

15.9 Medical Health Insurance Scheme for the poor people(BPL)in the State(Election Manifesto). (DHS 14)

Scope of Work – o The proposed scheme will provide health insurance coverage of Rs 1.00 lac against curative treatment requiring indoor hospitalization and other listed Diseases in 273 private hospitals already enrolled under Sanjivini Health Insurance Scheme. It will include all the Government Health Institutions. o The scheme will cover pre-existing diseases. o The scheme will cover maternity expenses up to Rs 25,000/-. o Cashless hospitalization will be provided. o 100% premium of the families covered under Antyodaya Anna Yojana(AAY) part of the BPL(Poorest of the poor) will be borne by the State Government and for the rest of the BPL families Rs 100/- lump-sum will be borne by the BPL family and balance premium will be paid by the State Government.

Funds- (Rs lac) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 0.10 lac (token provision )

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Progress so far –

15.10 Upgradation of facilities in the Hospitals situated in Municipal Corporate Towns (DHS-15)

Scope of Work- o The main objective of the Urban Health Care Programme(UHCP) is to provide an integrated and sustainable system for primary and curative healthcare services delivery, with emphasis on improved Family Planning and child health services in the urban areas of the State for urban poor living in slums and other health vulnerable groups. o This project envisages to cover cities having Municipal Corporations i.e. Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Patiala and Bathinda. o Under this project, existing facilities of Civil Hospitals of Jalandhar, Patiala, Ludhiana and Bathinda would be upgraded and four or five 10-bedded Urban Healthcare Centres each in the vicinity of Jalandhar, Patiala, Ludhiana and Bathinda cities would be established.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 11.37

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 1137.00 lac.

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15.11 Establishment of De-addiction Centres in the State (DHS-16)

Scope of Work- o The main objective of the scheme is to create provide treatment of drug and alcohol abuse among public. The specific objectives are: o To provide quality de-addiction services in each district hospital free of cost to every section of the society. o Teaching productive occupational skills to the recovered ex-patients. o Providing follow-up and after care of the de-toxified person. o Rehabilitation of drug free person back into the mainstream of life by liaison with local NGO.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 1.65

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 165.00 lac.

15.12 Establishment of State Level Drug Dependence Treatment Centre (DHS-17)

Scope of Work- To set up “State Level Drug Dependence Treatment Centre” comprising of new OPD block, Laboratory and other ancillary facilities in the Institute of Mental Health, Amritsar with the assistance of National Drug Depedence Treatment Centre, New Delhi. o Construction of drug testing laboratory would be undertaken and State of Art equipment would be provided.

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o The existing beds in the Institute of Mental Health, Amritsar shall be fully utilized for indoor facilities for the proposed State Drug Dependence Treatment Centre.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 1.69

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 169.00 lac.

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16. HIGHER EDUCATION

16.1 Establishment of Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law Punjab (HE-3)

Scope of Work- o To Establish Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law in the State. o Total project cost is Rs 60.00 Cr.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 - 15.00 - -

Progress so far- o The Act was passed by the State Assembly and Notified on 7/6/2006. o Land is yet to be identified. o A grant of Rs 5.00 Cr had been released to the University and same amount was spent during the year 2006-07. o Govt. has appointed Vice Chancellor vide letter dated 14/9/2006. o Session started in 2006-07 from Mohindra Kothi Patiala with 80 students.

16.2 Establishment of World Punjabi Centre, Patiala (LA - 1)

Scope of Work – To promote Global Punjabiat Funds - (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Cleared by Utilized Additional 2007-08 PD Requirement during 2007-08 - 3.00 - - -

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Progress so far- o A sum of Rs 2.00 Cr (ACA) was released for "Corpus Fund" to Pbi University Patiala during 2005-06. o The ACA of Rs. 3.00 crore of 2006-07 is to be released during 2007-08. o Punjabi University will construct it. o Society has been registered. o Vice Chancellor Punjabi University has been appointed Director General of Society for three years.

16.3 Establishment of Urdu Academy at Malerkotala

Scope of Work-Construction work yet to be started. Funds - (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 1.40 - - - -

Progress so far- o Urdu Academy to be established at Malerkotla. Society has been registered. Secretary of the Society was appointed on Dec.,2006. o Land (1500 sq yards) made available in Govt. College Campus, Malerkotla. Rs 1.00 Cr was released to the society during 2006-07. o Governing body and executing body of the society have been constituted. Construction work to be started. o Rs 40 lakh may be needed in 2007-08 but no provision has been made in the current year of the Annual Plan.

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16.4 Establishment of an Education Commission

Scope of Work- o Direct reforms in Education at all levels- School to University. o Dr. D.S. Grewal, made chairman of the Commission constituted vide notification dated 21/12/2006 for 1 year period. o They will have to give the report in one year. o Secretary School Education is the Member Secretary of the Commission.

16.5 Indian Institute of Science Education & Research (500 Cr) (PM announcement 24/3/2006 at AMTS) - ED 3.22

Announcement – Earlier announced by the President in address to Parliament on 16/2/2006.

Scope of Work – To be setup on 200 acres of land at an estimated cost of Rs 500 crores by GoI. Share of GoP in the form of land.

Progress – o The Society for the Institute namely The Indian Institute of Science Education & Research Society was registered with the Registrar of Societies at Mohali on 27/12/2006. o The admissions in the institute would start from the academic year 2007- 08 from the temporary campus in Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Public Administration, Sector 26, Chandigarh. o The foundation stone of the institute was laid by the Hon’ble Prime Minister on 27/9/2006 in NIPER, SAS Nagar. The Institute would be finally located in the Knowledge City in Mohali. o Land – The contribution of the State government would be in the form of land. Land measuring 391.57 acres is under acquisition in sector 81 of

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Mohali. Land measuring 10 acres is under court stay, leaving a balance of 381.38 acres. The High-Powered Coordination Committee of the Planning Commission in its meeting held on 16/1/2007 decided upon the apportionment of land among the four institutes as follows- (i) IISER 125 acres (ii) NINT 35 acres (iii) NABI 35 acres Bio-Processing Unit 15 acre Bio-Technology Park 80 acres (iv) Premier Management Institute 40 acres Total 330 acres Reserve for Commercial Use 15 acre o The land measuring 381.38 acres has been acquired for Rs. 274.35 crore and possession taken. o Dr. Satyamurthy from IIT, Kanpur has been appointed as Director of IISER.

16.6 Establishment of a Centre of Research on Shri Guru Granth Sahib Studies in Guru Nanak Dev University (PM Announcement at AMTS in 9/2004)

Announcement – o GoI will extend all possible help to set up the Institute. o The proposed institute would also undertake the comparative study of religion i.e.Hinduism, Islam, Jainis and Budhisim. (Reiterated by the Hon’ble PM on 24/3/2006 in Amritsar).

Scope of Work – The estimated cost of the project is Rs 62.53 Cr which is to be borne by GOI. GNDU to contribute 10 acres of land for this purpose. Separate building to be constructed within GNDU Campus.

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Progress so far – o The Centre has started functioning in GNDU Campus. GNDU has earmarked a separate 10 acre piece of land for the institute. o GOI (UGC) has released a sum of Rs 1.00 Cr to GNDU, Amritsar and more money would be released after receiving the UC. o Institute will be set up as registered society by MoHRD for which the matter is to be placed before Union Cabinet. o Society is yet to be formed. o The Planning Commission has given in principle clearance and the matter is under consideration of the Expenditure Finance Committee of MoHRD. o Intimation regarding academic and non-academic staff has been sent to the Ministry of Human Resource Development on 14/9/2006.

To be Done – o Expenditure Finance Committee of MoHRD to approve this project. o MoHRD, thereafter, to get the approval of Union Cabinet for registration & formation of the society.

16.7 Upgradation of Infrastructure in Government Colleges (HE 1)

Nodal Ministry Ministry/Department- Higher Education

Scope of Work –To provide better infrastructure facilities in the Government Colleges of the State during 2007-08.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 - 13.00 - -

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Progress so far – o Rs 13.00 Cr has been earmarked (as ACA) for providing better infrastructure facilities in the Government Colleges of the State. o It is an ACA of Rs 13.00 Cr (Rs 4.00 Cr Government Colleges+Rs 4.00 Cr for private rural colleges and + Rs 5.00 Cr of 2005-06 for Dr. Swaran Singh Institute of Diplomacy).

16.8 Establisment of Home Science College at Kauni (Gidderbaha) (HE - 6)

Scope of Work – To provide Vocational Education/courses to the students of the State. Funds- (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 - 2.00 - -

Progress so far – Rs 2.00 Cr has been provided in the annual plan 2007-08.

16.9 95% grant in aid to educational institutions: All privately managed government recognized schools and colleges will again start getting 95% grants in aid

Scope of Work- There are 136 private grant-in-aided colleges in the Punjab State. As per the terms and conditions, State Govt. is liable to provide them 95% grant-in-aid on the basis of the deficit.

Progress so far – o Due to the financial crisis, State Govt. is providing on an average, approximately 72% grant of the total required 95% deficit grant to these private grant-in-aid colleges since 1999-2000

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o Yearwise details of Private aided Colleges (Grant-in-aid deficit/ arrears) are given as under:- (Rs Cr) Year Claims admitted Amount released Arrears as per 95% deficit 1999-2000 62.98 52.80 10.18 2000-2001 90.99 72.00 18.99 2001-2002 99.90 72.00 27.90 2002-2003 98.28 64.80 33.48 2003-2004 102.24 57.60 44.64 2004-2005 98.40 72.00 26.40 2005-2006 91.27 72.00 19.27 2006-2007 103.22 74.00 29.22 Total: 747.28 537.20 210.08

Arrears due to revision of pay from 1-1-1996 to 28-2-1999 Rs 22.59 Cr (Basic Pay, D.A., H.R.A., Medical and C.P.F.) Arrears due to merger of 50% DA as DP from 1-4-2004 to Rs 23.35 Cr 28-2-2006. Total: Rs 256.01 Cr

To be Done- For better running of these institutions, the State Govt. should provide due balance grant in every budget year. The arrears due to less grant provided during the last 8 years works out approximately 210.08 Cr, for which provision should be made for payment in full or in instalments.

Target Date- To Continue.

Comments- 95% grant-in-aid needs continuation as higher education enrolment should be to the extent of 15% of the relevant age group. This enrolment at present, is slightly less than the national average of 7%.

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16.10 Collaboration with reputed foreign universities

Scope of Work – o Collaboration with reputed foreign universities for joint degrees in various professional courses would be encouraged so that Punjab's youth can get internationally reputed degrees, while studying in the state. o The creation of a special cell for the tie ups with overseas Educational Institutes will require the funds to the tune of Rs 1.00 Cr for the year 2007-08. o One year to cover about ten courses.

Progress so far – At present there is no special cell in the State as taking up this responsibility. With the establishement of this Cell, State shall be able to impart the requisite knowledge to our youth exchange programmes and by providing courses of foreign University locally in India.

To be Done –These steps will introduce quality standards for achieving excellence in higher learning research and building exchange programmes for institution of excellence world wide.

16.11 Necessary amendments to be made in the relevant Act for the promotion Punjabi language and for removing hurdles in the way of giving it its due place as state language

Scope of Work – 100% implementation of Punjabi Languages in the all offices of the State Government. Progress so far – Punjab Govt has passed the State Language Act on 13th April, 1967 and implemented the same from November, 1967 to give mother tongue Punjabi a respectable place. According to this act Punjabi was implemented in Govt/Semi Govt offices as official language in which all

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the officers/officials were instructed for 100% implementation of Punjabi in their whole work.

16.12 The amount of Sahitya Shiromani Award to be raised to Five lakhs and that of other Shiromani Awards to 2.5 lakhs each (LA-2)

Scope of Work – To increased the amount for Sahitya Shiromani Award from Rs 2.50 lacs to Rs 5.00 lacs and other shiromani awards from Rs 1.00 lacs 2.50 lacs during 2007-08. Funds- (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 - 0.30 - -

Progress so far – o This programme has already been included in the existing plan scheme LA-2 Development of Punjabi, , Urdu, Sanskrit and celebration of Punjabi week for which an allocation of Rs 30.00 lacs has been provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08. o The case regarding of clearance of above plan scheme is still not received in the Planning Department.

To be Done – More funds are required to implement the programme during 2007-08.

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16.13 Establishment of a Premier Management Institute in Knowledge City, Mohali

Scope of Work – There is a proposal to set up a Premier Management Institute on 40 acres of land in Knowledge City in Mohali. The land has been acquired.

16.14 Institute of Media - An international institute of media and communication centre to cater to the growing demand of electronic media in collaboration with media houses and recognized by international media school of excellence shall be set up

Scope of Work – This institute would be setup at Fatehgarh Sahib on 30 acre of land for which approximately Rs 15.00 Cr will be needed which includes cost of land buildings and infrastructure etc.

16.15 Pension, Gratuity and Leave Encashment scheme to be introduced in Pvt Aided colleges

Scope of Work – Grant of pension to the priviately aided colleges in the State.

Progress so far – The State Government notified the pension scheme vide notification No 14/143/89-3Edu.1/14914 dated 9/7/2002 with the condition that the employees would opt for this scheme within 3 months.

To be Done – Corpus fund of all the employees of the aided colleges is to be created.

Comments- The notification has been challenged by the staff of aided colleges in the Hon’ble Punjab and Haryana High Court vide CWP No. 17341 of 2003 demanding quashing of the notification dated 9/7/2002. The main demand of the Staff is that they want to get their pernsion from the treasury on the pattern of State Government employees.

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17. HOME

17.1 Setting up of State Judicial Academy at Chandigarh (HAJ-1)

Scope of Work – To establish State Judicial Academy at Chandigarh in collaboration with UT Administration and the Government of Haryana.

Funds - (Rs Crore) Project cost Outlay 2007-08 Released by FD Utilized 37.38 3.84 - -

Progress so far o This is a joint project of Punjab, Haryana & Chandigarh. Work began in 2006-07. Work is likely to be completed by 31/10/2007. The UT Administration is executing the project. o The estimated cost of the project is Rs 37.38 Cr which would be borne equally by Punjab & Haryana. The contribution of UT Administration would be in the shape of land measuring 8.05 acres in Sector 43. A total sum of Rs 18.69 Cr was to be deposited by the Punjab Government with UT Administration. o The Punjab State has deposited a sum of Rs. 6.66 crore against the required amount of Rs. 18.69 crore, leaving a balance of Rs. 12.03 crore, which will require to be deposited in the current year 2007-08.

17.2 Construction of Judicial Courts (HAJ-1 /HAJ-4)

Scope of Work- Construction of Judicial Complexes in the state.

Funds - (Rs Crore) Outlay 2007- Cleared by Released by Utilized 08 PD FD 54.00 2.35 -

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A sum of Rs. 54 crore has been earmarked in the current year. A sum of Rs. 50 crore has been earmarked under HAJ -1(50:50 Centrally sponsored scheme) and Rs. 4 crore under HAJ - 4 (ACA of 2006-07).

Progress so far- o The buildings of Judicial Court Complexes at Sangrur, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Amritsar, Fatehgarh Sahib, Mansa, Patiala & Ropar have been completed. o The identified land for construction of Judicial Court Complexes at Kapurthala, Hoshiapur, Batala, Jagroan, Rampura Phool, Samana, Abohar, Fazilka and Zira along with other work has been approved by the Building Committee. o The work of Judicial Complexes at Samrala, Mukatsar, Rajpura, Nabha, Moonak, Phillour, Dhuri, Malerkotla, Dasuya, Ferozepur and Bhatinda have already been started and would be completed within one and half year or two years o Judicial Court Complexes to be constructed. Details as per Annexure 17.2.

17.3 Infrastructure Development at Wagha Border (PM Announcement 24/3/2006) – HAJ - 3

Scope of Work- Integrated development of Wagha ICP - Segregation of goods & passenger traffic, acquisition of land for parking, expansion of immigration, customs and security halls, reduction in waiting time for immigration and custom formalities, animal quarantine station, enlargement of area for witnessing the beating retreat etc.

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been finalized by RITES/ILFS and sent to Punjab Government. Land measuring 45 hectares is to be acquired for which the Department of Home, GoP has issued a notification on 15/12/2006. o The Union Cabinet has approved Rs 87 Cr project for Wagha. Work is to begin shortly. o State government is constructing a toilet block for the visitors at an estimated cost of Rs 68 lakh. The work is under progress and nearly 80% B& R works of Public Health and 90% Sewerage work has been completed. Rs. 15.53 lakhs has been spent till date. Besides Rs 1.24 Cr is being spent for upgrading the infrastructure of Neel Chameli Complex at the border being run by the Tourism Department of the GoP. Till now Rs. 40 laksh has been received and about 55% of the work has been completed by spending Rs. 10 lakhs. o An outlay of Rs 5.00 crore (as ACA for 2006-07) has been provided during 2007-08. Detailed proposal is being sent to GOI shortly. The funds will be released after approval from Planning Commission. o State Home Department/PIDB to decide if the work of development Plan of Off-Port facilities is to be given to RITES.

17.4 Upgradation of facility at Attari Railway Station (PM Announcement at AMTS on 24/3/2006)

Announcement – Upgradation of facility at Attari Railway Station

Scope of Work – Upgradation of infrastructure at Attari railway station encompassing all facilities for easy and fast immigration and custom clearance and for the convenience and comfort of the passengeRs

Progress so far– o Ministry of Railways have finalised a project for upgradation of infrastructure at Attari Railway station at an estimated cost of Rs 19 Crore.

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Implementation is to be undertaken with cost sharing between MHA & Railways. o Chairman Railway Board also informed that timings have been changed so that the detention at Attari has been decreased from ten hours to seven hours Railways are in touch with Pak Railways to further reduce this time to four hours. o State government has completed the work of widening/ strengthening the 1.8 km Wagha-Attari road at an estimated cost of Rs 1.7 Crore. O Assistant Div. Engineer Northern Railway, Amritsar informed that the proposal sent to the railways has been finalized. The total cost of the project is Rs 20.00 crores. Commissioner Safety of Railways have also visited the site and he has given his consent also. Tenders are being invited and the work will be allotted by 30/7/2007. O Target date for the completion of the work has been fixed as 30/6/2008.

17.5 Corridor To Gurdwara In Kartarpur (Pakistan) (PM Announcement at Amritsar 1/9/2004)

Announcement – The issue of opening a corridor to visit the historical Gurdwara in Kartarpur in Pakistan and facilitation of quick visas to enable pilgrims to visit Sikh shrines in Pakistan will be emphatically raised during the next round of talks with the Government of Pakistan.

Progress – o JS MEA vide his letter dated 10/3/2006 replied that they are pursuing a proposal made to Pakistan to expand the list of places of pilgrimage. Pakistan is already allowing pilgrims to go to Sri Kartarpur Sahib since last year. A revised agreement for visa liberalisation has been proposed to Pakistan. o Reminders dated 26/5/2006, 25/7/2006, 29/9/2006 and 27/12/2006 have been issued to GoI, Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi with a request to apprise the State government about further development in the matter.

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o In a meeting on 8/8/2006 in PMO, Foreign Secretary stated that the proposal to open a corridor has been posed to Pakistan who have yet to respond. However, Pakistan is already permitting pilgrims to visit Kartarpur. Foreign Secretary also suggested that GoP should carefully examine the viability of the proposed corridor in the light of the fact that movement on other recently opened routes has been less then expected. o Ministry of External Affairs has replied vide letter dated 26/3/2007 that since 2005 Pakistan has been allowing to travel to Shri Kartarpur Sahib at the time of regular Jathas.

To be Done – MEA to expedite action in regard to visa liberalization.

17.6 Modernization/Computerization of Courts

The State of Punjab has sanctioned Rs 5.00 crore during 2002 for computerization of Subordinate Courts. This amount was to be utilized by ‘Society for Information Technology Initiative Funds for E-Courts’. In 2006, the matter was discussed with the Chairman, E-Committee of Hon’ble Supreme Court and it was realized that the said Committee is going to utilize Rs 9.53 crore towards computerization of Judicial Courts in Punjab, which shall be provided by Government of India. As desired by the Government of India, the State of Punjab has conveyed its commitment to bear the cost of maintenance of the Hardware installed, beyond the warranty period of three years and also in respect of recurring expenditure.

17.7 Modernization of Jails (Sudhar Ghars) HAJ-7

Scope of work- To upgrade infrastructure & modernization of different Jails in Punjab.

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Funds- Annual Plan 2007-08 outlay- Rs 0.50 crore

The Jails of Kapurthala & Jalandhar are proposed to be modernized.

17.8 Regulatory mechanism to be set up to check fraudulent practices of travel agents

Scope of work- To check menace of fraudulent practices of travel agents.

Progress- o Total 702 criminal cases have been registered in 2006 in Punjab. To tighten the noose against such criminal elements, a committee has been constituted by State Government to draft an act. o An act has been drafted and is still pending for final approval of the State Government.

17.9 Setting up of NRI Adalts/NRI Cells

Scope of work- To redress the problems being faced by NRIs.

Progress- Punjab Police has already set up an NRI cell on 10/2/04 to attend various problems being faced by NRI. o Till date 509 complaints have been received from NRIs in the cells out of which 377 complaints have been finalized and remaining are lying pending. o Besides, subsidiary NRI Cells have also been set-up at various CPRCs (Community Policing Resource Centres) in various districts of Punjab. o In tandem with the State Govts. to set-up a special department of NRI affairs, a post of DIG/Community Policing in the Police HqRs has been created for effective monitoring and coordination of all issues related to NRIs with special focus on the problems being faced by the married women deserted by NRIs.

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18. HOUSING & URBAN DEVELOPMENT

18.1 Mohali Development Plan (New)

Scope of Work- Preparation of Development and Master Plan for areas falling in periphery of Chandigarh within revenue District of Mohali.

Progress so far– o MOA has been signed on 30/11/06 with M/s Jurong International, Government of Singapore for preparation of Master Plan of District Mohali. The agreement has been signed in June, 2007.

Target Date for Completion - Master Planning work March 2008.

18.2 Status of preparation of Master Plans

Scope of Work - Preparation of Master Plans

Progress so far– o Draft Master Plan of SAS Nagar, Mohali, Zirakpur, Derabassi, Banur, Kharar, Mullanpur and Anandpur Sahib have already been prepared. All the above Master Plans would be finalized by June,2007. o Draft Master Plans of Khamano, Rayya, Sunam, Barnala and Bassi Pathana are under preparation and would be finalized by October, 2007. o Local Planning area for Science City Kapurthala, Faridkot,Tarn Taran, Fatehgarh Sahib, Mandi Gobindgarh, Amloh, Halwara International Airport Area, Bathinda have been notified under section 56(1) of the Punjab Regional and Town Planning & Development Act, 1995 and final notification would be issued by May, 2007. Master Plan for these areas would be finalized by January, 2008.

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o Local Planning area for Ludhiana, Amritsar, Jalandhar, Nawanshehar, Patiala, Rajpura, Sangrur, Mansa, Hoshiarpur, Gurdaspur, Batala, Pathankot, , Mukatsar, Moga, Khanna, Kapurthala, Ferozepur, Kurali and Morinda would be declared by 30th April, 2007 and Master Plans for above areas would be ready by Fenruary,2008. o For remaining towns this work would be taken up in a phased manner.

Target Date - o The work is likely to be completed by February 2008.

18.3 Ring Road and Economic Urban Corridor- Ludhiana (PM Announcement)

Scope of Work- o For the proposed Ring Road around Ludhiana city which is to be built on BOT basis, the Government of India would provide 20% of the total cost as Viability Gap Funding. (FM Budget Speech and PM announcement). o Ring road, 10 km from the city centre to be constructed on BOT basis. o Length - 62 km, Major road crossing - 12, Major Rail crossing - 4, Major Canal Crossing - 4. o Cost : Total -Rs 1516.93 Cr (Construction – Rs 758.76 Cr, Land- Rs 625.00 Cr). o This project forms part of Rs 3995.00 Cr project for Urban Development of Ludhiana under JNNURM. The state government has already initiated the work on the project pending approval of JNNURM. PUDA in collaboration with PIDB and its two consultants is implementing the project on BOT basis. PIDB would provide the viability gap funding.

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Progress so far- o Expressions of Interest (EOI) were invited and 15 parties have submitted their offers. These were evaluated by M/s Feedback Ventures Pvt Ltd (FBVPL) on 10/8/2006.The parties are yet to be short listed by PIDB. o The Request for Proposal (RFP) document, Volume I, which consists of bidding parameters, obligations of GoP & Concessionaire, Draft Concession Agreement, Schedules to Concession Agreement etc. was submitted by Feedback Ventures on 29/8/2006. RFP not yet finalised due to non finalization of alignment. o The draft proposal for seeking Viability Gap Funding (20% of the project cost) from Government of India (GoI) has been submitted by Feedback Ventures on 25/9/2006. o M/s Dalal Mott Macdonald proposed re-alignment of the ring road in October, 2006. Army authorities objected as some portion of the ring road falls within 1000 m of Badowal ammunition depot. In a meeting of 7/9/2006 it was decided that Dalal Mott would amend the alignment. However, in a meeting held on 13/12/2006 under the chairmanship of CS, it was decided that the matter may be taken up with Army Authorities for getting approval of construction of ring road so as to avoid realignment as it will require fresh survey of almost entire length. It was also decided that remarking of central line of the Ring Road (Burgis) should be carried by the ACA Ludhiana with the assistance of the revenue staff working in the office of DC Ludhiana. To monitor the progress meeting was held on 08-01-07 under the Chairmanship of SHUD where in it was decided CA, GLADA will reconcile the the matter of overlapping of proposed ring road with railway line and remarking of central line in consultation with the consultants M/s Dalal Mott Mac Donald & company. In a meeting held on 20-04-07 under the Chairmanship of CA, GLADA in view of the objection raised by Army authorities on alignment it has been decided to request State Government for doing the fresh alignment. The proposal of GLADA has been forwarded to PIDB for working out details

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with consultants. Now the consultants, M/s Dalal Mott Mac Donald & company have refused to do the fresh alignment. Hence CA ,GLADA has been asked to appoint new consultants and immediately start the work of fresh alignment.

To be done – o Parties who have responded to EOI notice to be short listed by PUDA/ PIDB. o RFP to be finalized and bids to be invited from the parties. o Alignment to be finalized and notification for land acquisition to be issued. o GLADA to take up the matter with Defence Authorities.

18.4 Ring Road and Economic Urban Corridor-Mohali (FM Budget Speech)

Scope of Work- o Ring Road & Economic Urban Corridor-Mohali. o A meeting on ring road Mohali was held on 29/6/06 under the chairmanship of PSHUD. Following surface infrastructure linkages were broadly identified for immediate action. (a) Road from Sector 39, Chandigarh to Morinda-Ludhiana road. (b) Road joining NH-21 ( from village Ballomajra to NH-64(near Chaat and beyond to NH-21(Ambala-Chandigarh road). o This project has been conceived as a 6 laned alternate transport access by passing the existing towns of SAS Nagar and Kharar and providing direct connection between Chandigarh (near Sector 39) to Chandigarh-Ropar road and Chandigarh-Ludhiana road beyond Kharar. The proposed express way would be around 10.68 km in Punjab territory and 2.18 km in U.T.

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Progress so far- o PIDB to appoint M/s Dalal Mott Mac Donald as consultants. Order yet to be issued. o CA & CTP are identifying the road alignment for Road Axis to connect Mohali-Kharar road and the Zirakpur-Banur Road. o On 20/12/2006, meeting was held under the chairmanship of PSHUD and it was decided that the projects in its entirely should be placed before the Executive Committee of GMADA and its approval be obtained before PIDB could associate itself with the project. It was also decided that the proposed alignment would be sent by CTP, Punjab to CE UT Administration for seeking their consent for undertaking the project. o Land would be acquired by Department of Housing & Urban Development. Government of Punjab after the approval of alignment by Executive Committee of GMADA. o It was generally agreed that the Punjab portion would be taken up on PPP mode and direct bids would be invited( without inviting EOIs) after securing the approval of the project from EC of GMADA and PIDB. PIDB would mandate one of their consultants to prepare report which could then be sent to Government of India through State Government for viability gap funding of the project. o It has been decided that the Chief Administrator GMADA and CTP, Punjab will study the project from the point of view of feasibility for execution on BOT basis and also applicability of land pooling –land exchange scheme. CTP has been asked to coordinate with Ahmedabad Development Authority officials and invite them to Chandigarh for presentation of their Revenue and Land pooling Model.

To be done- o Approval of the project by EC of GMADA. o PIDB to be entrusted with project. PIDB to appoint the consultants.

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18.5 Legislation for development plans for fast urbanizing zones around Municipal Corporation towns (Old)

Scope of Work- Faster preparation of the master plan of the town & areas outside the town.

Progress so far- Punjab Regional & Town Planning & Development Act (Amendment) has been amended for faster/expeditious preparation of Master Plan. To declare the Local Planning Areas in and around important MCs and other towns, action is being taken by Chief Town Planner.

To be done- CTP will prepare the Master Plan for different towns as areas around towns. Please see item 18.2 also.

18.6 Development of Patiala City as a counter magnet to the National Capital Region (FM Budget Speech)

Scope of Work- Development of Patiala City as a counter magnet to the National Capital Region (This project was started in 2003-04).

Progress so far- The National Capital Regional Planning Board, New Delhi has sanctioned two projects namely – (1) Augmentation of Water Supply & Sewerage Project ( Rs 5993.33 lacs) and (2) Development of Integrated Township Project (Rs 6624.00 lacs and Extension & on 75:25(National Capital Regional Board: State Government) basis. The detail regarding these two projects given below.

Water Supply Project – Rs 59.93 crore (75:25). Work started on 21/4/2003. Details of Funds – (Rs. lakhs) SN Share Amount Released Yet to be Expenditure released 1 NCRPB 4494.92 4494.92 - 2 GoP 1498.31 1498.31 - Total 5993.33 5993.23 - 4762.64

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Physical progress so far-

o Status of water sewerage, water supply, solid waste management & Integrated Township project-PDA o Tubewells commissioned-40. o Distribution Main (km)-188.29 o Sewer (km)-112.88 o Outfall sewer(km)-14.77. Baran Project – Rs 66.24 crore (75:25). Work started in June 2003. Details of Funds – (Rs. lakhs) SN Share Amount Released Yet to be Expenditure released 1 NCRPB 4968.00 4968.00 - 2 GoP 1656.00 1656.00 - Total 6624.00 4536.00 - 3022.37

Progress so far-

o 336.50 acre land was acquired in June 2003. Boundary wall for the entire land constructed. The funds have been utilized for acquisition of land and other works. o Township project will be executed (PPP mode) by M/s Omaxe Ltd. New Delhi, which has been allotted work after technical and financial biding. In all likelihood they will start work in the first week of March, 2007.

Target date - likely 31/03/2008

18.7 Land Acquisition –New Farmer Pro Policy (SAD Manifesto)

Scope of Work- New Pro Farmer Policy: Farmers prior consent will be made mandatory for acquisition. In case of consent the Government will pay full market price of the land required plus 30% of the price at displacement allowance (SAD Manifesto).

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Progress so far-

Land pooling-Land exchange Scheme

In the new Land Acquisition Policy December,2006, it has been stated that PUDA & other development authorities will formulate “Land Pooling-Land Exchange” scheme whereby in lieu of land to be acquired by the Govt., the landowners would be given a certain portion of developed land or they may be allotted some portion of developed land at reserved price. The Department of Housing and Urban Development has already initiated this exercise and the Chief Administrators of PUDA and GMADA are in the process of finalization of the draft of the scheme. We are taking help from the scheme of a) Banglore Development Authority- Where farmers and landowners are given 1110 sq.yards of developed land for every acre acquired land instead of paying them compensation. The same policy is being followed by the Ahmedabad Development Authority. b) Jaipur Development Authority- 25% developed land (20% residential and 5% commercial) This policy would be finalized by June, 2007.

18.8 Setting up of Urban Development Authority (BJP Manifesto)

Scope of Work- An Urban Development Authority for each of the following towns: Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Patiala, Mohali and Bathinda to develop & implement a master plan for development of these towns.

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Progress so far- o Special Urban Development authorities for Mohali(Greater Mohali Area Development authority), Patiala (Patiala Development Authority), Ludhiana (Greater Ludhiana Area Development Authority) have already been constituted and working. o Special Urban authorities for Amritsar, Jalandhar, Bathinda may also be considered but before that role and jurisdiction of PUDA should be decided afresh. o For preparation of Master Plans of Amritsar, Jalandhar, Bathinda steps have already been taken by Town & Country Planning Wing of the Department.

18.9 Construction of VVIP Guest House in Sector-6, Chandigarh (HG-2)

Scope of Work- Construction of VVIP Guest House in Sector-6, Chandigarh.

Progress so far- o The total cost of construction of VVIP Guest House in Sector-6, Chandigarh (Next to Punjab Raj Bhawan) was Rs 484.00 lac ( initial cost Rs. 270.00 lac). An amount of Rs 368.00 lac has been released upto 31/3/2007. o So far PUDA has spent a sum of Rs 368.00 lac up to 31/3/2007 and balance amount of Rs 116.00 lac has been provided during 2007-08 for the completion of project.

Target date - It will be completed in 2007-08.

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18.10 Construction of LIG Houses of the Society (HG-5)

Scope of work- Construction of LIG Houses of the Society.

Progress so far- o The State Government has not done much in regard to construction of houses for Low Income Group. A sum of Rs 1.00 Cr has been earmarked for the current year. o The Improvement Trusts and the Punjab Urban Development Authority construct houses in various schemes and some houses are earmarked for LIG category. The houses are sold to them at subsidized rates. o Physical targets have not been received form the AD so far.

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19. INFORMATION AND PUBLICITY

19.1 Press Club facility in all major cities (Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work- Press Club already exist in 4 Districts of the State. In other 16 districts Government is planning to establish Press Clubs in a phased manner. In the first year of the 11th Five Year Plan, Press Clubs are to be established in four Districts @ Rs 15.00 lac each.

Progress so far- The proposal for provision of funds is pending in the Planning Department.

To be done- No provision has been made for this purpose in the Annual Plan 2007-08 & 11th Five Year Plan. The proposal for provision of funds is pending in the Planning Department.

19.2 A Special Corpus Fund for the welfare of journalists to be constituted (Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work- A special welfare fund for media persons with a initial contribution of Rs 500.00 lac spread over a five year plan by making provision of Rs 100.00 lac for each year is to be setup. This fund is unlapseable and undefreezable. This fund will be invested at the interest rate of 9% P.A. and only interest earnings will be spent on the Welfare of the Media Persons. The fund is proposed to be utilized for giving Ex-gratia grants to the Media persons who die while on duty or become permanently disable.

Progress so far- The proposal for provision of funds is pending in the Planning Department.

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To be done- An amount of Rs 100.00 lac is required for the year 2007-08 and Rs 500.00 lac for the 11th Five Year Plan. No provision has been made for this purpose in the Annual Plan 2007-08 & 11th Five Year Plan. However, the proposal of the department is pending in the Planning Department.

19.3 Group Insurance and Medical Insurance shall be introduced ( Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work- Insurance cover of Rs 5.00 lac to accredited and senior Journalists is to be provided. Premium is to be paid by the Govt. on yearly basis. Presently there are 500 accredited Journalist. These facilities are also to be provided to the media persons engaged in the Cable Network. So membership is expected to go-up to 700. As per scheme of Insurance Company premium of Rs 900/- per member for the year is required to be paid for insurance cover of Rs 5.00 lac.

Progress so far- The proposal for provision of funds is pending in the Planning Department.

To be done- Rs 6.30 lac are required for 2007-08 and Rs 31.50 lac during 11th Five Year Plan. There is no provision under this scheme in the Annual Plan 2007-08 & 11th Five Year Plan.

19.4 Loan on easy terms to buy Fax Machine, Computer, Camera and other equipments shall be made available

Scope of Work- Government has decided to give loan to the Journalists for the purchase of Lap Top Computer, Cameras etc. For this purpose government is taking up the matter with National Financial institutions, Banks etc. As per scheme 4% interest accrued on the loan is be borne by the beneficiaries.

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Difference of actual rate of interest minus 4% will be reimbursed by the Department in the shape of subsidy on the loan to the Media Persons.

Progress so far- The proposal for provision of funds is pending in the Planning Department.

To be done- In the first year of 11th Five Year Plan government is required to reimburse Rs 100.00 lac as a whole and 9.5% interest is expected to be charged on it. As such interest @ 5.5% is to be borne by the Government and on Rs 100.00 lac comes to Rs 10.00 lac. For the subsequent year of the 11th Five Year Plan Rs 15.00 lac, Rs 20.00 lac, Rs 25.00 lac and Rs 30.00 be provided. As such for the whole plan of Rs 100.00 lac is required. No provision has been made for this purpose in the Annual Plan 2007-08 & 11th Five Year plan.

19.5 A scholarship scheme for media persons for providing them exposure within India and abroad to new technology, skills and knowledge shall be put in place ( Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work- Government has decided to give scholarships to the young people with exceptional talent in Journalism (Print/Electronic). The scheme envisages instituting a support base for the deserving students studying the Mass Media to attune themselves to the emerging technologies. The Govt. is preparing a policy in this regard. As per proposal scholarships are to be granted to the students of exceptional talent in the field studying in India as well as Foreign universities.

Progress so far- Aministrative Department has been asked to submit a clear proposal to the Planning Department.

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To be done- A sum of Rs 300.00 lac are required for the purpose for the year 2007-08 and Rs 1500.00 lac for the 11th Five year Plan. No provision has been made for this purpose in the Annual Plan 2007-08 & 11th Five Year plan.

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20. INDUSTRIES & COMMERCE

20.1 Payment of Capital Subsidy to Industrialists. (Old/New/ FM Budget Speech) - (Shifted to Non Plan)

Scope of Work- Capital subsidy was provided in the Industrial Policy of 1996. The government could not make the payment of subsidy due to paucity of funds. It has been decided to liquidate the backlog of incentives in a phased manner and if necessary by issuance of bonds. Total pending liability of incentives/subsidies is around Rs. 500.00 Cr. Liquidation of this amount started only in 2005-06.

Progress so far- o Rs 50.00 crore released to the Industrialists during 2005-06. o Rs 105 crore was released during 2006-07 which was disbursed in April 2007. o There is a provision for Rs. 100 crore in the current year.

20.2 Mega Projects – Sanction & Implementation

Scope of Work- o Industrial development through setting up of various Mega Projects cleared by Empowered Committee in the fields of Industrial/manufacturing, Industrial parks, multiplex, hotels, residential and Agri. Projects. o Mega Project includes all kinds of projects having investment above Rs. 100 crore or IT Project/project in border districts/Agro Project involving investment of Rs. 25 crore and above. o Originally, Industry Department was the Nodal Department for getting approval of Mega Projects. This Department got approval of 280 Mega Projects(including 14 Housing Projects) upto 28/11/2005. From 29/11/2005

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PUDA was made Nodal Department for Housing Projects. The list of 14 Housing Projects which were got approved by the Industry Department were also sent to PUDA for further action. PAIC was made Nodal Department for Agricultural Projects wef 29/11/2005.

Progress so far- o 376 Projects worth Rs 1,04,401.65 crore have been approved by the Empowered Committee as per the breakup given below.

(As on 31/3/2007) (Rs Cr)

Department Nos. Investment Jobs to be created (in lacs) Industrial Projects 263 60065.12 10.22 Housing Projects 80 41,574.39 3.04 Agri. Projects 33 2762.14 0.17 Total: 376 1,04,401.65 13.43 o Investment of about Rs 8888.90 crore has already been made in these projects. o Details at Annexures - 20.2 A, 20.2 B and 20.2 C

20.3 Establishment of SEZs

Scope of Work- Establishment of SEZs at various places.

Progress so far- o SEZ of M/S Quark City at Mohali - approved by GOI. o The following SEZ projects are approved in principle by the GOI. (1) Textile by M/s Rockman Projects limited at Ludhiana (2) Pharmaceutical by Ranbaxy Laboratory at Mohali (3) Engineering Vividha Infrastructure Private Limited at Patiala (4) Multi Product by M/s DLF at Amritsar

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(5) IT M/s Shipra Estate Limited New Delhi at Mohali. (6) Multi Product M/s DLF limited at Ludhiana (7) Textile by M/s Miridul Infrastructures Pvt. Ltd. at Patiala.

20.4 SEZ AMRITSAR (PM Announcement at AMTS in 9/2004)

Announcement – GOI to help the state government to set up a Special Economic Zone at Amritsar. (Reiterated by the Hon'ble PM on 24/3/2006 in Amritsar).

Scope of Work- SEZ at Amritsar spread over 1000 acres.

Progress – o The Board of approval for SEZ in the Ministry of Commerce granted in principle approval to 1000 acre SEZ in its meeting held on 11/3/2005. o The SEZ would comprise of four sector-specific individual SEZ's for the Textile and Garments industry, Engineering industry, Food Processing industry and a Free Trade Zone. o State government has selected M/s DLF Universal Limited as a developer for the SEZ and the Empowered Committee of Mega projects approved a package of concessions in its meeting held on 12/1/2006. o State Industries Department and M/s DLF signed an agreement on 24/3/2006 in the presence of PM in Amritsar. o State government has agreed to acquire the land at DLF cost. DLF identified the land and notification under section 4 for acquisition of 1217 acres of land has since been issued on 10/8/2006. o GoI would be approached for SEZ approval after acquisition of land. o The Council of Ministers in its meeting dated 15/12/2006 has decided to withdraw the land acquisition notification in view of the new land acquisition policy under which 80% of the land is to be purchased by the developers through private negotiation. Developers has represented against the decision. The land is yet to be denotified.

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20.5 Development of an Industrial Cluster at Batala (Prime Minister’s announcement dated 20/12/2006-at Amritsar)

Scope of Work- o Providing quality infrastructure through Public Private Partnership in a selected cluster under Industrial Infrastructure Upgradation Schemes ( IIUS) - cluster scheme o A special purpose vehicle (SPV) is to be created for developing the requisite infrastructure. GoI will give grant-in-aid to the extent of 75% of the project cost subject to a ceiling of Rs. 50 crore. The remaining 25% will be financed by other stake holders - Industrial Associations and the state government.

Progress – o A meeting was held on 15/12/2006 in New Delhi to examine the posibility of selective cluster at Batala under IIUS scheme in the current financial year. o The development of Cluster will be through a SPV which shall carry out the business of developing operating and maintaining the infrastructure facility created in the location. 25 % of the cost is to be borne by the state government and the Industry Association of Batala. o The meeting was attended by Industrial Associations from Batala and they were asked to develop the proposal at their level and get back to the department with their views. Their response is awaited. o Further action will be taken on receipt of a commitment from them to contribute at least 15%, so that the state government could contribute remaining 10%.

To be Done – Department of Industries, Punjab Government to finalize the response of Industrial Association in regard to payment of 15 % of cost of construction.

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20.6 Establishment of two Textile Parks at Ludhiana and Barnala (Prime Minister’s announcement dated 20/12/2006 - at Amritsar)

Scope of Work- 2 Textile Parks to be developed at Ludhiana and Barnala o The Scheme for Integrated Textile Park (SITP) is aimed at providing the industry with world class industrial facilities for setting up their Textile Unit. o SITP would create new Textile Parks of International Standard. The scheme is based on Public Private Partnership and envisages engagement of an agency for project execution. o Each Park normally has atleast 50 units. o The scheme will be operated through Special Purpose Vehicle and Industrial Associations would be the main promoters of ITP. o GoI support will be in the form of grant/ equity to the extent of 40% of the project cost subject to a ceiling of Rs. 40 crore. The remaining funds will be arranged by the state government, industrial associations, banks etc.

Progress – o Ludhiana – The Department of Industries, Punjab Government had approved 3 Mega Textile Projects. Out of this two Mega Projects, one by M/s Punjab Apparel Park Ltd (100 acre, Rs. 355 crore) and another by M/s Ludhiana Integrated Textile Park Ltd (150 acre, Rs. 1500) crore are under implementation. GoI has already approved these two projects and it is to contribute Rs. 40 crore each for the two parks. The promoters are arranging land for the projects. The 3rd project by Amartex Industries Ltd (Rs. 1000 crore) is yet to be approved by GoI. State government has already approved it as Mega Project. o Textile Park at Barnala- A proposal from M/s Abhishek Industry was submitted for setting up of Textile Park namely Lotus Integrated Texpark Ltd. at Dhaula, District Barnala covering an area of 100 acre at an estimated cost of Rs. 110 crore. Abhishek Industries Ltd. vide their communiqué dated 12/3/07

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intimated that the Ministry of Textiles, GOI, have approved their proposal in the Project Approval Committee meeting dated 5/3/07 subject to the condition that the land be got registered and mutated in the name of SPV within one week. The land which is recorded in the name of M/s Abhishek Industry is yet to be transferred to the SPV. It is not a Mega Project and no approval of the State government is required.

To be Done – o Expedite purchase of land by Punjab Apparel Park Ltd and Ludhiana Integrated Textile Park Ltd. o Amartex Industry to get its project approved by GoI. o M/S Abhishek Industry to transfer the land to SPV and take further action.

20.7 Northern India Institute of Fashion Technology, Mohali VSI - 3

Scope of work : Upgradation of Northern India Institute of Fashion Technology, Mohali to Natonal Level Insttiute.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 3.00 - - -

20.8 Improvement of Existing Infrastructure of Industrial Focal Points/Areas/Estates VSI - 4

Scope of work: PSIEC plans to upgrade roads, water supply, sewerage, street lights etc. in the existing Infrastructure of Industrial Focal Points (20 Nos.)

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including Ludhiana, Jalandhar and Amritsar at a total cost of Rs 45.00 crore. In the 11th Five Year Plan Rs 45.00 crore has been allocated to complete this task. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 10.00 - - -

The details of the focal points are placed at Annexure 20.8.

20.9 Creation of new Focal Points/Areas/Estates (VSI – 5)

Scope of work; PSIEC plans to develop new Focal Points in areas like Mohali which is coming as hub of industrial activity in the State at the total cost of Rs 200.00 crore. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 14.00 - - -

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21. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

21.1 State Share of Centrally Sponsored Scheme for Provision of Site preparation etc.(50:50) (IT- 1)

Scope of work – o Department of Information Technology, Government of India is implementing National e-Governance Action Plan (NeGAP) comprising Core Infrastructure – State Wide Area Network (SWAN), State Data Centre (SDC), e-District, 10 State Mission Mode Projects, Capacity Building etc. at the State levels. During 2007-08 the following projects would be implemented- (a) Agris Net o The Department of Agriculture under the Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India has brought forth the scheme for strengthening / promoting agriculture informatics and communication. Agris Net is an important component of the project. o The project aims to provide online extension services to farmers in regard to latest package of practices and availability of inputs. o Funds to the tune of Rs 3.71 crores have already been sanctioned and released to Department of Agriculture by DIT, GoI (b) National e-Governance Plan (NeGP) o Project proposals on computerization of departments such as Local Government, Excise & Taxation, PGPMS, Police, Rural Development & Panchayat etc. are being prepared for central funding during the financial year 2007-2008. o In addition to this, it is expected to get central assistance for projects like - e-District, State Data Centre (SDC), and other components of NeGP etc. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 2.12 -

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Progress so far –

Target date- o The Project e-Governance Mission Team (PeMT) would be set up within one month. o The Project is likely to be completed within this financial year.

21.2 Introduction of Computerization in Punjab Government Offices, Semi -Government Bodies and Offices including Maintenance and Upgradation of the Systems (IT 2)

Scope of work o The following projects would be undertaken during 2007-08: (a) Committed expenditures o New purchases (Hon’ble Ministers/ MLAs, Principal Secretaries/ Administrative Secretaries/ Branches) in Main/Mini secretariat, CMO. o Provision of Internet facility to the Officers of the rank of Special Secretary & above and development of web-sites. o Repair, maintenance, up-gradation, insurance of IT resources in Main & Mini Secretariat & consumable in DoIT. o Network Management Systems for Main and Mini Secretariat & augmentation of nodes in Main /Mini Secretariat. o Provision of IT resources and IT related miscellaneous work of all departments like Job-work, Design, Development, Hosting, Launching management and up-dation of Web sites of other departments. (b) Setting up of Project e-Governance Mission Teams o Assessment of the Departmental requirement. o Identify formulate appropriate e-Governance solution to meet the departmental aspirations based on best practices available. o Preparation of DPR with Component of the expertise required.

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o Make presentations as necessary at State Apex Committee DoIT, GoP and GoI level till project Sanction is obtained. o Prepare RFP and other supportive documents as required. o Impart training to the departmental employees. o Assist in back end computerization. o Integration of all activities at the Project level and with State e- Governance Mission Teams (SeMT). o Integrated Workflow and Document Management System (IWDMS) o Punjab One Portal o Treasuries & PGPMS o Geographical Information System (GIS) o AGRISNET (Source of funding –Central assistance already received) o Local Government (LG) o Police o Excise & Taxation (COVIS project) o Food & Civil supplies (Source of funding –Central assistance already received) (c) On-going or new projects o Computerization of Planning Department o PAWAN bandwidth o Rural Development & Panchayats o Rate Contract of important IT resources and equipment o Corporate Rate Contract (RC) for proprietary system software products o Implementation of Business Process Reengineering (BPR) along-with e- districts in two pilots districts of Nawanshaher and Kapurthala. o AG Punjab o Implementation of core and common application areas covered under PeMT item. (d) Integration with the Core IT Infrastructure o Land Records

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o Registration of Property o Transport – Motor vehicle services o Multi Service Card (MSC)

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 6.00 -

Progress so far – Target date- 31/3/2008

21.3 Roll-out of SUWIDHA Project (IT-3)

Scope of work- o SUWIDHA project has been successfully implemented at the district and sub-division level. The same is now being rolled out to the block and MC level. The department has worked out in detail the requirements for creating uniform infrastructure at the district, sub-division and block level. o The project is to be rolled out in conjunction with the CSC scheme and the requisite infrastructure would be set up in phased manner, subject to availability of funds, within one year.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 5.00

Progress so far- o Suwidha Centres already set-up at the district and Sub-Divisional levels

To be done – Works to be completed by Department of Information Technology

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Target Date- 31/3/2008

21.4 Building for construction of Information Technology Infrastructure for all e-Governance Projects (IT 4)

Scope of Work- (a) DoIT office in Mohali o Establishment of DoIT office in Mohali for housing State Data Centre (SDC), State Network Control Centre, Application software development & testing lab., HRD and Training lab etc. o Expected plot size – 0.7 acre; Built-up area @ 1.5 FAR – 41850 sq.ft o Timelines - 8-9 months

(b) PAWAN – Horizontal links for various departmental offices at State, district, sub-division and block levels o Horizontal links are required for connecting various offices at State, district, sub-division and block levels. Funds may be allocated in a phased manner. In this year 2007-2008, funds amounting to Rs 20.00 crore would be required for providing links to key departments like Excise & Taxation, Land Records, Transport, Suwidha, Police etc.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized Additional requirement 5.00 20.00

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Progress so far- o Land allotted by PUDA for building at Mohali. o Already initiated the tendering process for establishment of Punjab State Wide Area Network (PAWAN) to act as the backbone of Information Technology (IT). Vertical link would be established in next 8 months

To be done – Payment for land is to be made and construction to be started.

Target Date - 31/3/2008

21.5 Capacity Building for e-Governance Projects (IT5)

Scope of work- o To facilitate the State administration and to carry out the groundwork for the on-going and new e-Governance initiatives. o To build capacities at department/ district levels preparation of scope of work, preparing RFPs, etc. o To build a highly capable pool of managerial expertise for IT projects at district level as well as in the line departments to be appointed on the contract basis. o In the absence of technical staff with various departments, there is an urgent need to build capacities in key departments where e-governance projects have been initiated. One Senior System Manager (SSM) would be deployed to oversee, coordinate and manage all IT activities between concerned stakeholders. In this year, 10 SSM’s would be hired on contract basis. o On lines of above, one System Manager would also be deputed to assist SSM in the implementation of the project. Wherever required, the technical; person of the level of Technical Assistance or Data Entry Operator would be also be hired for operational activities

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o BOG, PSEGS has approved for hiring one DIO per district for managing all IT activities at the district level. The expenditure would be met from the PSEGS account.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 1.50

Progress so far-

Target Date- 31/3/2008

21.6 Common Services Centres under National E Governance Action Plan (NEGAP)(100% CSS) (CS(IT)-2)

Scope of Work- o To improve the delivery of Government Services to Citizens and businesses by implementing e-Governance projects in Mission Mode across key departments that provide a large number of citizen and business focus services. o Creation of a State Information Technology backbone for fast, reliable and efficient connectivity, data storage and access, integrated services centers for delivery of citizen services, creation of web portals for 24x7 access to government information and services. o Common Services Centre (CSC) to be started at the level of Government of India whereby one lac Common Services Centres (CSC) would be setup throughout the country. 2112 Common Services Centres (CSC) would be setup in the state of Punjab. Each centre would cater to six villages. One third of public services would be provided by Government through these centres, where as the remaining 2/3 will be services to be provided by the private sector.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 4.29

Progress so far- o In the last financial years, DIT GoI had released Additional Central Assistance (ACA) of Rs 419.00 lacs directly to the State Government for the implementation of Common Service Centre (CSC). However, the same is yet to be further released to the implementing agency Punjab State e-Governance Society (PSEGS) under DoIT. o The enhanced ACA of Rs 985.75 lacs were released by DIT, GoI to the State Government in the financial year 2005-2006. Out of which, an amount of Rs 975.75 lacs was released to the implementing agency Punjab State e- Governance Society (PSEGS) under DoIT in the same financial year 2005- 2006. However, funds to the tune of Rs 10 lacs are still pending for release under Capacity building.

Target Date - 31/3/2008

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22. IRRIGATION

22.1 Extension of Phase-II of Kandi Canal-from Hoshiarpur to Balachaur (AIBP) (FM Budget Speech) (IR-1)

Scope of work - o Total length - 130 Km. o Kandi Canal Phase-I was under taken in 1978-79 under World Bank. A length of 59.50 Km with an expenditure of Rs 110 Cr was completed by 31/7/1998 under Phase-I. o Kandi canal extension Phase-II from Hoshiarpur to Balachaur was started in September,2005 to construct balance length of 70.50 km under AIBP(25% GOI grant and 75% State share). The total cost of the project was Rs 179.42 Cr, which is revised to Rs 271 Cr. o With the completion of this project, irrigation facilities to an area of 29527 ha of kandi tract of Hoshiarpur and Nawanshehar districts will be extended. o The expenditure incurred upto 31/3/2007 was Rs 94.26 Cr, length lined was 51.50 Km.During 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 52.26 Cr, length lined was 25 Km. o The remaining length of 19.00 Km is to be completed in 2007-08.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 80.00

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 80 Cr. o On going project.

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To be done o The project is on stream and it would be completed by 31/3/2008.

Target date -31/3/2008

22.2 Construction of Shahpur Kandi Dam (168MW) (AIBP) (FM Budget Speech) (IR-2)

Scope of Work- o The Shahpur Kandi project would be located 11 Km down stream of the Ranjit Sagar Dam and 8 Km up stream of Madhopur head works.The Dam will act as balancing reservoir for working of Ranjit Sagar Power Plant as a peaking station and to regulate the supplies to Shahpur Kandi Hydel Channel/UBDC Canal System. o The total cost of the project is Rs 1945 Cr at Sept 2005 price index , out of which Rs 245 Cr for Irrigation component will be provided by the GoP, while the balance Rs 1700 Cr would be arranged by the PSEB by raising loan from REC/PFC. o Power generation from Shahpur Kandi Dam Power House I and II will be 2x40 +2x40+1x8= 168 MW.The water flowing to Pakistan will be saved for intensive irrigation benefits for 3.48 lac ha in Punjab, 32173 ha for J&K. o The expenditure incurred upto 31/3/2007 was Rs 174.95 Cr, which was mainly on acquisition of land. o During the year 2006-07, the expenditure was Rs 31.95 Cr (irrigation side). o The physical target for 2006-07 was to shift machinery and equipment from RSD to SPK for starting of the work.

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Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 98.00(Irrigation ) 1.15 (Power)

Progress so far – During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 98 Cr.

To be done - Work on the main project is being started very soon.

Target date- 31/3/2012

22.3 Rehabilitation of Channels of First Patiala Feeder and Kotla Branch (AIBP) (FM Budget Speech) (IR-4)

Scope of work – o First Patiala Feeder and Kotla branch of Sirhind canal system (off taking from Ropar head works) are unlined canals, which run in heavy filling reaches through sandy tract zone in Punjab. GOP has decided to rehabilitate both these canals with 20% enhanced capacity so that adequate irrigation supply may be provided to the cotton belt area of districts of Patiala, Sangrur, Barnala and Mansa. o Total cost of project is Rs 123.30 Cr and physical target is lining of 154 kms. o The implementation of this project shall provide better irrigation facilities to about 2.65 lac ha. o During 2007-08, on physical side an area of 32624 ha would be provided with better Irrigation facilities. Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 60.00

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Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 60 Cr. o The Technically Advisory Committee of Ministry of Water Resources, (CWC), GOI in its meeting held on 17/11/2006 has approved this project.

To be done - The work is to be started very soon.

Target date - 31/3/2011

22.4 Rehabilitation of (i) Bist Doab Canal System, (ii) Bhatinda Branch(iii) Sidhwan Branch and (iv) Abohar Branch (AIBP)- (FM Budget Speech) (IR-12)

Scope of work – o In order to increase the 20% carrying capacity of the existing canal system and also to provide assured irrigation water supply at the tail-end, the lining of above canals is being under taken under AIBP in the 11th Plan and the Annual Plan 2007-08. o The project wise detail is as under; (Rs Cr) Name of the Total Area Annual Plan 2007-08 Target Remarks/To be done Project Cost benefited Date (Ha) Outlay Expenditure 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Bist Doab Canal 140.48 47960 30.00 - 31/3/2011 The project is yet to System (AIBP) be approved by the CWC. Bhatinda Branch 175.00 67900 17.50 - 31/3/2011 The project is yet to (AIBP) be approved by the CWC. Sidhwan Branch 77.00 38500 8.00 - 31/3/2011 The project is yet to (AIBP) be approved by the CWC. Abohar Branch 158.00 65793 10.00 - 31/3/2011 The project is yet to

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(AIBP) be approved by the CWC.

NABARD (RIDF-IX)

22.5 Project of construction of Flood Protection works on River Ghaggar and its tributaries in district Patiala and Fatehgarh Sahib of Punjab (RIDF-IX) (FC-6)

Scope of work – o The Total cost of the project is estimated to Rs 30.90 Cr, out of which NABARD assistance is Rs 29.36 Cr and State share is Rs 1.54 Cr. o This project envisages construction of embankments in a length of 23 Km, river training works ie 32 studs and pitching in a length of 1.53 Km, resectioning of drainage system in a length of 123 Km and construction of 9 bridges.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 9.00

Progress so far –

o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 9 Cr. o On going project.

To be done –Work in progress.

Target date – 31/3/2008

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RIDF-X 22.6 Tubewells and other Schemes for Deep Tubewells in kandi (RIDF X) (FM Budget Speech) (MI-2)

Scope of work – o PSTC has planed to install 510 deep tubewells with an estimated cost of Rs 126.87 Cr in the Kandi area during 2005-06, out of which the target for the 11th Five Year Plan is 410 tubewells.All new tubewells to be installed in the kandi and beet areas of . The project was sanctioned in April, 2004. o The expenditure incurred upto 31/3/2007 was Rs 25.60 Cr. o On physical side the 97 tubewells drilled, 94 developed and construction of pump sets D-tank of 86 tubewells have been completed. o During the year, 2006-07 the expenditure incurred was Rs 22.42 Cr and the tube-wells energized were 41. o During the year 2007-08, the target is 32 new Tubewells.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 30.00

Progress so far – o During the year, 2007-08 the approved outlay is Rs 30.00 Cr. o Ongoing project.

To be done – Work in progress.

Target date - 31/3/2012.

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RIDF-XII

22.7 Construction of embankments and widening of River Ghaggar from Khannauri to Karail in District Sangrur (RIDF-XII) (FM Budget Speech) (FC-2)

Scope of work – o This project consists of construction of embankment and widening of river Ghaggar from Khanauri to Karail in district Sangrur.Ghaggar Khanauri Project is non-perennial inter-state river about 165 Km length of Ghaggar falls in Punjab, out of which 102 Km in Patiala, 40 Km in Sangrur and 23 Km in Mansa districts. o The estimated cost of this project is Rs 84.84 Cr out of which NABARD share is Rs 67.44 Cr and State share is Rs 17.40 Cr. o With the completion of this project village abadies of 30 villages shall be benefited and 24000 acre agricultural land shall be saved from fury of floods. o During the year 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 0.41 Cr.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 32.00 (NABARD Plan) 7.50 (State Plan)

Progress so far o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 32.00 Cr.

To be done – o One bridge costing Rs 3.50 Cr will be covered under NABARD, while the remaining 2 bridges will be constructed with State funds amounting to Rs 7.50 Cr. o The main project is yet to be started.

Target date – 31/3/2011

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22.8 Converting Banur Canal from Non Perennial to Perennial (RIDF-XII) (FM Budget Speech) (MI-1)

Scope of work – o This project envisages of a pucca weir across river Ghaggar to feed Banur Canal with an assured supply of water through out the year in SAS Nagar and . o The updated cost of the project is Rs 58.15 Cr. The NABARD has sanctioned a loan of Rs 49.27 Cr, out of which NABARD share is Rs 45.56 Cr and state share is Rs 12.59 Cr ( Rs. 58.15- Rs 45.56= Rs 12.59). o With the completion of this project 36022 acres of agriculture area of 60 villages of Patiala and S.A.S Nagar districts shall be benefited on Perennial basis. o During the year 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 3.65 Cr.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 20.00

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 20.00 Cr. o The land acquisition process has been started and the notification under section 4/17 of Land Acquisition Act stood issued.

To be done - Work to be started in the current year.

Target date - 31/3/2009

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22.9 Lining of Ladhuka Distributory System (RIDF-XII) (FM Budget Speech) (IR-6)

Scope of work – o Laduka distributory falling in Ferozepur district involves the lining of 74 km length of channels. o The total estimated cost of the project is Rs 40.91 Cr, out of which NABARD share is Rs 38.86 Cr and state share is Rs 2.05 Cr. o On the completion of this scheme, an additional irrigation potential equal to 9942 ha. annually will be created. o During the year 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 0.12 Cr. o During the year 2007-08, target is 74 km length.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 19.28 21.51

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 19.28 Cr. o Tenders have already been allocated.

To be done - Work to be completed during the current year.

Target date – 31/3/2008

22.10 Lining of Pakhowal Distributry System(RIDF XII) (MI-5)

Scope of work – o This Project aims at lining of 35.62 km channels of Pakhowal Distributory in . The Total cost of the project is Rs 10.56.Cr. o An annual additional irrigation potential of 6939 ha will be created on completion of this Project.

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Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 11.55

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 11.55 Cr.

To be done - This Channel is a perennial in nature so the work will be taken up by taking closure from the respective Canal Authorities in the year 2007-08.

Target date – 31/3/2008

22.11 Improving agriculture Production by Controlling Water Logging Problem in Mukatsar District RIDF-XII (FC-9)

Scope of work – o The Total cost of the project is estimated to Rs 10.55 Cr. o The NABARD has sanctioned this project with Rs 7.65 Cr as loan and Rs 2.90 Cr State share. O To give relief in certain low lying pockets, where problem of water logging has been worsened due to collection of rain water. The scheme will benefit 7400 acres of agricultural land of water logged villages.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 10.55

Progress so far –

o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 10.55 Cr. o The work is almost completed

To be done –Withdrawal application is lying with NABARD

Target date – 31/3/2008

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22.12 Lining of Delhon Distributory System (RIDF-XII) (MI-4)

Scope of work – o Dehlon distributory in Ludhiana district involves the lining of 19.97 km. o The estimated cost of the project is Rs 5.92 Cr, out of which NABARD share is Rs 5.62 and state share is Rs 0.30 Cr. o The additional Irrigation potential of 3822 ha will be created. o During the year 2007-08, target is lining of 19.97 Km length.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 1.75 Cr 4.17

Progress so far – During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 1.75 Cr.

To be done - Work to be completed during the current year.

Target date – 31/3/2008

RIDF-XIII 22.13 Artificial Recharge to augment declining ground water resources (RIDF-XIII) (MI-14)

Scope of work – o A project proposal for artificial recharge to augment declining water resources of Punjab stands submitted to NABARD for financing under RIDF-XII, now converted to RIDF-XIII. o The Total cost of the project is estimated to Rs 31.90Cr.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement

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2007-08 during 2007-08 10.00

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 10.00 Cr. o The project has been submitted to NABARD for approval.

To be done – o Work is yet to be started. o Huge funds will be required to implement various artificial recharge schemes and Roof Top-Rain Water Harvesting Schemes.

Target date – Yet to be decided.

MISCELLANEOUS 22.14 Hydrology Project Phase-II (World Bank) (MI-7)

Scope of work – o It is a 6 year World Bank Aided Project involving 13 States and 9 Central Agencies, to be implemented through the Ministry of MOWR, GOI. o The Punjab component of this project is Rs 40.95 Cr (80:20). o The project aims at improving the institutional and technical capability for dissemination and collection of hydrological and water quality data.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 15.00

Progress so far –During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 15.00 Cr.

To be done - Work is being started very soon.

Target date – 31/3/2012

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22.15 Lining of Field channels- Command Area Development and Water Management Agency (FM Budget Speech) (Election Manifesto) (CAD-1 to 7)

Scope of work – o In order to conserve substantial percentage of precious surface water being lost as seepage, the work of Lining of Watercourses was entrusted to the PSTC in 1974. o Out of the total 1.20 lac Km of watercourses, PSTC has lined 38871 Km and the Soil Conservation Department lined 2423 Km of watercourses so far. While 42706 Km of kucha watercourses are yet to be lined. The priority will be; (i) Where the area is water logged and underground water is not fit for irrigation. (ii) Where the underground water is brackish i.e Khara Maja area (iii) Sweet water zone. o Lining of water courses are being executed under CSS Command Area Development and Water Management Programme (50:40:10 Between GOI, GOP and Farmers). o The expenditure incurred upto 31/3/2007 Rs 117.03 Cr out of which farmers share was Rs 11.37 Cr. o During the year, 2006-07 the expenditure incurred under CADA was Rs 57.77 Cr, which includes GoI, GoP and farmer beneficiaries share of Rs 26.62 Cr, Rs 28.06 and Rs 3.09 respectively.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 80.00 2.63

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay (State Share ) is Rs 80 Cr. o The expenditure incurred upto 31/5/2007 is Rs 2.63 Cr.

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o The project wise detail is as under:- (Rs Cr) Name of Total Annual Plan 2006-07 Annual Plan 2007-08 Remarks/To be the Cost done Project Expendi Physical Outlay Target Financial Physical ture progress In Kms achievement Achievem (GOI+ in Kms (31/5/07) en GOP) t(31/5/07 ) Kms 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 UBDC 243.05 7.34 27.77 12.50 400 0.38 24.81 CADWM/GoI system approved on 24/2/2004. Kotla 78.24 21.41 317.76 15.90 450 0.95 29.61 CADWM/GoI Branch approved on 24/2/2004. Eastern 73.26 29.02 558.50 7.30 85 1.30 26.65 CADWM/ GoI Canal approved on Branch 24/2/2004. Abohar 315.96 - - 10.00 300 - - Submitted for Canal CADWM/GoI approval Sidhwan 218.14 - - 10.00 300 - - Submitted for Canal CADWM/ GoI approval Sirhind 412.74 - - 19.00 675 - - Submitted for feeder CADWM/ GoI approval Bhatinda 241.72 - - 5.30 200 - - Submitted for Branch CADWM/ GoI Phase-II approval

To be done - Work in progress on old projects, while the new projects have already been submitted CADWM, GOI for approval.

Target date – UBDC – 31/3/2010, Kotla Branch - 31/3/2008, Eastern canal - 31/3/2008, Abohar Canal-31/3/2009, Sidhawan Canal-31/3/2009, Srihind Feeder Phase-II 31/3/2012 and Bathinda Canal Phase-II 31/3/2012

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23. LABOUR WELFARE

23.1 Review of Minimum Wages

The file for enhancing the minimum wages has been put up to Hon’ble Labour Minister for seeking order of Hon’ble Chief Minister, Punjab.

23.2 Rehabilitation of Child Labour

Scope of work- Identification of children working in the hazardous processes and providing job to one adult member of their family or to deposit rehabilitation funds of Rs. 5000/- per child in the Child Labour Rehabilitation cum Welfare Fund.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 0.15

23.3 Setting up of Labour Court at Ludhiana & Mohali

Scope of work- At present, six Labour Courts are functioning in the State at headquarter Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Patiala, Bathinda & Gurdaspur. Pendency of cases is highest in Patiala & Ludhiana. To reduce the pendency of cases, State Government has decided to set up two more Labour Courts at Mohali & Ludhiana.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 0.15

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24. LOCAL GOVERNMENT

24.1 Octroi will stay abolished (SAD MANIFESTO)

Scope of Work- Abolition of Octroi.

Progress so far- o Ordinance abolishing octroi wef 1/9/2006 was promulgated on 24/8/2006. o During 2006-07, an amount of Rs 563.60 Cr has been collected as octroi. o Amount of burden State Budget is Rs 550.00 Cr annually which comes to Rs 320.83 Cr for the seven month period i.e from September, 2006 to March, 2007. o Receipt from VAT (10% of VAT) under Punjab Municipal Fund Act is Rs 189.87 Cr only for the period from 1/9/2006 to 31/1/2007.

Comments- Completed.

24.2 Cleanliness in MC Towns

Scope of Work- o Door to door collection of Municipal Waste. o All Class-I MC towns have been directed to initiate the process of door to door collection of municipal waste on the lines of the work being done in Kapurthala. o Instructions have already been issued to all ULBs on 5/5/2006 and the matter was discussed in the DCs conference on 30/5/06 at the level of CS, Punjab.

Progress so far- Not much progress.

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23.3 Allotment of Plots to the locally displaced persons as per Improvement Trust schemes (Old)

Scope of Work- Allotment of plots to the locally displaced persons that is persons whose land was acquired for Improvement Trust schemes.

Progress so far- o Detailed instructions have been issued to all the Improvement Trusts on 19/5/06 to dispose off all pending LDP cases by 30/6/06. o Improvement Trusts have been given one month extension and final reports are being collected. o The work has been completed except the following towns where a large number of cases are pending which are also being expedited-

SN Improvement Trust Pending cases 1 Ludhiana 40 2 Hoshiarpur 4 3 Bathinda 15 4 Amritsar 305 5 Jalandhar 4 6 Kapurthala 9

24.4 Municipal roads

A - Municipal critical roads in Municipal Towns

Scope of Work- 900.75 km road length to be constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 116.8 Cr under State Level Punjab Nirman Programme. Details of roads are in Annexure 24.4.

Progress so far- 900.75 km road length is to be constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 116.87 Cr which was released on 31/10/2006 under State Level Punjab Nirman Programme. Details of funds released and Physical achievements are given below - Allocation of funds 116.87 Cr

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Expenditure upto 31/3/07 81.96 Cr Total length of road 900.75 km Road Constructed upto 31/3/07 593.60 km

24.5 Municipal Development Fund (New/ FM Budget Speech/ Governor Addr) PIDB (UD 6(i))

Scope of Work- Water Supply projects in 126 towns of Punjab and Sewerage Projects in 76 towns. Total project cost Rs 1497.16 Cr. The phasing of this project is as under –

(Rs Cr) Phase No. of towns Estimated cost Target date Phase 1 (i) Water 126 Towns 248.00 31/3/2007 Supply (ii) Sewerage 76 towns 466.16 31/3/2008 (iii) STP 16 towns 116.00 -

Sub-Total: 830.16 Phase-II- 50 towns 132.00 30/9/2009 Sewerage

Phase-III - STP 110 towns 535.00

Total: 1497.16

Funding - MC(Class (I&II) to contribute 20%, -MC(ClassIII) & Nagar Panchayat contribute 10% and PIDB & the State government to contribute the remaining 80/90% in equal shares.

Progress so far-

Phase-I - In progress. Summary details at Annexure 24.5 . o Water Supply - Water supply in 126 towns (133 -5 Corporation Towns- 2 MCs who have not opted). Details at Annexure-24.5A. Against the target of 176 tubewells so far as on 31/5/2007, work on 113 tubewells have been

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completed and 1062.28 Km water lines has been laid. Besides work in respect of 16 OHSR (overhead storage reservoir) is in progress and 1 completed. o Sewerage- Initially it was to cover 39 towns where sewer works were in progress under HUDCO loan scheme. This list has now increased to 76 towns as per CM's recommendations. The total cost of providing sewer in these 76 towns is Rs 466.16 Cr. The work of sewerage in 46 towns has been allotted . The work of sewerage in 76 towns is likely to be completed by 30/9/08. Details at Annexure-24.5B. As on 31/5/2007, 19.70 Kn main sewer line has been laid whereas branch sewer of 159.10 Km has been laid and the work in case of pumping stations is yet to be started. o STP - STP in 16 towns at an estimated cost of Rs.116.00 Cr under progress. Phase-II -Sewarage (Rs.132.00 Cr) It will cover sewer works in the remaining 50 towns at an estimated cost of Rs.132.00 Cr.

Phase-III - (Rs 535.00 Cr) To provide STPs in the remaining 110 municipal towns.

Funds as on 31/5/2007 –

Estimated Fund Funds Remarks No. of Work Item cost Rele-ased utilized Towns Allotted (Rs.Cr) (Rs.Cr) (Rs.Cr) Water The excess expenditure 126 248.00 106 49.92 Supply has been done out of the 58.11 funds lying with Sewerage 76 466.16 42 27.70 PWSSB against other works. Total 58.11 77.62

o An amount of Rs 0.10 lac has been earmarked for this scheme in the Annual Plan 2007-08. FD has agreed to relase to Rs 47.00 from PIDB and Budget for completion of critical ongoing projects.

Note: Excess expenditure incurred from the funds available with the PWSSB from the other works.

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24.6 Prevention of Pollution of River Satluj (FM Budget Speech) (UWS 3)

Scope of Work- Satluj Action Plan for abatement of pollution in the river Satluj is being implemented in the State in most critical reach and in the areas of four towns namely Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Phagwara and Phillaur. The total revised cost of the project is Rs 288.76 Cr (GOI-Rs 181.06 Cr, GOP-Rs 107.70 Cr). Details at Annexure-24.6.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2006-07 Released Utilised Additional requirement during 2006-07 10.00 10.00 - -

Progress so far- o An amount of Rs 22.81 Cr has been spent during 2005-06 - Rs 12.00 Cr returned to PIDB, Rs 6.00 Cr paid to Improvement Trust Jalandhar and Rs 4.81 Cr paid for the on-going Sewerage work, Main Pumping Station and Sewage Treatment Plant. o Work is in progress - Sewer 23.04 km, Community Lavatory Block 35 no, Improved wood crematoria 10 no, Pumping station - 6 completed and Sewage Treatment Plant - 2 completed 4 in progress. During 2006-07, an allocation of Rs.6000.00 lacs has been made (GOI Rs 5000+ GOP Rs 1000.00 lacs). Funds amounting to Rs. 1535.00 lacs have been received from the GOI during 2006-07 and GOP has released Rs 1000 lacs. An expenditure of Rs 228.98 Cr has been incurred since the inception of the project upto 31/3/2007. Up till now possession of land at 6 sites has been taken and for Phagwara Notification under Section 6 issued. MC Ludhiana has provided 40 acres of land for completion of STP at Jamalpur. Cost of this land i.e. Rs 8.77 Cr has been taken as share of MC towards the projects. o During 2007-08, an amount of Rs 1000.00 lac has been earmarked for this scheme.

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24.7 Integrated Development of Urban Infrastructure in Bathinda City (FM Budget Speech/ Gov Addr) (UWS -4)

Scope of Work- A project for “Integrated Development of Urban Infrastructure in Bathinda city” was prepared during 2004-05 at an estimated cost of Rs 11862.81 lacs(Water Supply & Sanitation-Rs 7349.36 lacs, Urban Infrastructure Development Programme Rs 4473.45 lacs & Geographical Information System – Rs 40.00 lacs). GOI has provided one time ACA of Rs 2000.00 lacs for this project & balance cost of the project is to be met by the State Government from its own resources.

Funds- o An ACA of Rs 20 Cr was received during 2005-06 and given to MC Bathinda. State government on its own contributed another Rs 20 Cr. o For the year 2006-07 a sum of Rs 20 Cr was provided in the plan but it is yet to be released by the Finance Department. So far, a sum of Rs 40 Cr has been given to MC Bathinda. o An amount of Rs 200.00 lac has been earmarked for this scheme during 2007-08

Progress so far- o A sum of Rs 40.00 Cr (Rs 20.00 Cr as ACA from GOI and Rs 20.00 Cr as State share) has been received during 2005-06 for this project. Rs 32.00 Cr is to be spent on water supply & sewerage and Rs 8.00 Cr is to be spent on roads. o All tenders for water supply distributions have been allotted. For sewerage 5 works have been allotted. o It has been decided in the meeting held on 6/6/06 under the Chairmanship of CM that PSIEC will give the water works and 20 acre additional land for augmentation of water works to MC. Water works have been handed over by PSIEC to Municipal Corporation, but 20 acre land is yet to be given. An amount of Rs 15.30 Cr has been incurred up to 31/3/2007.

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o During 2006-07, water supply line of 59.86 km and main sewer line of 0.79 km and lateral sewer of 11.80 km. has been laid. o A sum of Rs 15.30 Cr out of Rs 40 Cr has been spent as on 31/3/2007.

24.8 Plan for Ludhiana City under Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) (Old/ FM Budget Speech/ Gov Addr and PM Announcement in Ludhiana in 9/2005) (UD 1)

Announcement – Plan for Ludhiana City under Jawahar Lal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM).

Nodal Ministry/Department - o GoP- Dept of Local Government. o GoI - Min of Urban Development

Scope of Work (Rs 2053 Cr) – o Total cost of project Rs 2053.00 Cr involving different components such as water supply & sewerage – Rs 803.05 Cr, Roads – Rs 826.00 Cr, facilities for urban poor and slum dwellers Rs166.65 Cr and municipal solid waste management Rs 140.00 Cr. o The cost is to be shared among GOI (50%), State Government (20%) and MC, Ludhiana (30%).

Progress – o The project is to be included under JNNURM. A City Development Plan amounting to Rs 3995 Cr was originally prepared. The project proposals were finalised by the State Level Steering Committee headed by CM on 6/6/2006. o The MoUD approved Consultant recommended the CDP for Rs 2053.70 Cr and MoUD, GoI approved it in November 2006.

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o PIDB has already initiated the process of construction of ring road around Ludhiana on BOT basis. o Tripartite Agreement among MoUD, GOP and MC Ludhiana was signed on 18/5/2007 in regard to Urban Development Reforms. o No DPR has been prepared so far.

To be Done – MC Ludhiana to prepare DPRs for the different components of the CDP and get them approved from MoUD, GoI.

Comments- MC Ludhiana to take the next necessary steps.

24.9 Sri Guru Ram Das Urban Development Project, Amritsar (Rs 240 Cr) (FM Budget Speech/ Governor Addr and PM Announcement) (UD-1)

Announcement – The project envisages providing water supply and sewerage facilities to the entire town.

Nodal Ministry/Department - o GoP - Dept of Local Government. o GoI – Ministry of Urban Development

Brief Background Ministry of Urban Development, Government of India has sanctioned project amounting to Rs.239.65 Cr under Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission (JNNURM) for augmentation of water supply and sewerage system in Amritsar. The major components of the project are:- o Augmentation of water supply system for 100% coverage.

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o Augmentation of sewerage system for 100% coverage and setting up of Sewage Treatment Plants(STP). Out of total cost i.e. Rs.239.65 Cr, cost of water supply component is Rs.19.01 Cr and cost of sewerage system is Rs.220.64 Cr. Government of India also posed this project to Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) for funding. JBIC has agreed to finance the sewerage component of the project. It has been decided that water supply component shall be executed under JNNURM and sewerage component with JBIC assistance. MoA between State Government and Government of India for assistance under JNNURM has been signed. Water Supply Project under JNNURM o Water Supply Project under JNNURM is executed to be completed by March, 2009. o Total cost of water supply system = Rs.19.01 Cr. Funding Pattern Government of India 50% Government of Punjab 20% M.C, Amritsar 30% Scope of work- Water supply lines =182 Km Tubewell =28 Nos. OHSR =15 Nos. Status- o Tenders received for 14 No. tubewells. o Work for installation of 14 No. tubewells started by Mechanical Division of PWSSB. o Tenders of 10 No. OHSRs floated and are to be received in mid of July. o Government of India has released Rs.22.42 Cr to Government of Punjab. o M.C. Amritsar has released a sum of Rs.2.25 Cr towards their matching share in the project.

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o Department of Finance has released Rs.3.60 Cr out of GOI share and Rs.0.72 Cr as State share. Amritsar Sewerage Project (JBIC funded) o The project for laying sewer lines, setting up of STPs and providing house connections has been sanctioned under JBIC ODA Loan-2006 and final loan agreement between GOI and JBIC has been signed on 30/03/2007. o Total cost of this JBIC funded sewerage project is Rs.360.64 Cr, out of which eligible portion for JBIC funding for sewerage component of the project is Rs.276.23 Cr and non-eligible portion(State/M.C share) is Rs.83.81 Cr. o This project is to be completed by March, 2012.

Scope of Work- Construction of sewers =271 Km Sewerage house connections =54,700 Nos. Sewage Treatment Plants = 3 Nos. Main Pumping Stations = 3 Nos. Status: Process for employing Project Management Consultants has been initiated. Proposals in this regard have been received and are under scrutiny.

24.10 Elevated road for access to Sri Harmandir Sahib (PM announcement in Amritsar – 24/3/2006 )

Announcement – o Elevated road for access to Sri Harmandir Sahib (Rs 173 Cr). o Also included in Item 2- JNNURM Amritsar above.

Nodal Ministry/Department- o GoP - Dept of Local Government. o GoI - Ministry of Urban Development.

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Scope of Work (4.17 km, Rs 173 Cr) – o 0.92 km 2 lane Elevated Road from GT Road to Phawara Chowk (Golden Temple) and 3.25 km 4 lane Elevated Road on GT Road from Maqbulpura Chowk to Bhandari - Pul at an cost of Rs 173 Cr. o This project is to be financed under the much larger JNNURM project for Amritsar as per details given in Item 2 above.

Progress – o This project has also been included in the project proposal mooted by Municipal Corporation Amritsar for inclusion and funding under JNNURM. o MoUD approved the CDP for Rs 3150 Cr on 8/9/2006 for Amritsar city. o Its foundation stone was laid by CM Punjab on 20/7/2006. The work has been started. o M/s Gammon (India) has been engaged for executing this project after inviting global tenders on the basis of design and report of the consultant - Arch Consultancy Services Pvt Ltd, New Delhi. Work was awarded for Rs 173 Cr. o The cost of the project for the time being is shared by MC, PUDA, IT & GoP in the ratio of 20:20:20:40. A total sum of Rs 27.40 Cr approximately has been collected & 15% of the work have been executed since its allotment. o The project was submitted to the MoUD under JNNURM, but it was initially rejected on the ground that it was an on going project and therefore could not funded out of JNNURM. In its meeting held on 18/5/2007 by MoUD in New Delhi, it was decided to include and allow a sum of Rs. 150 Cr out of Rs 173 Cr under JNNURM. Money would start flowing from GoI.

To be done – Target Date for completion is July 2008 but the work is likely to be completed by Dec 2008. Work in progress.

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24.11 Other components of Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission

Components of JNURM – There are 4 components of JNNURM. These are – (1) Urban Infrastructure and Governance (UIG) (2) Basis Services to Urban Poor (BSUP) (3) Urban Infrastructure Development Scheme for Small and Medium Towns (UIDSSMT) (4) Integrated Housing and Slum Development Programme (IHSDP)

(1) Urban Infrastructure and Governance (UIG) (Ministry of Urban Development)

Two towns – Ludhiana and Amritsar have been taken up under this programme as explained in Item 18.8 , 18.9 and 18.10 above.

Financial pattern- 50:20:30 (GOI: State: ULB)

Funds-During 2007-08, an amount of Rs 75.00 Cr as State share has been earmarked for this component. DPR yet to be prepared.

Total Project cost Ludhiana Rs 2053.70 Cr Amritsar Rs 3150.00 Cr

(2) Submission-Basic Services to Urban Poor (BSUP) (Ministry of Housing & Poverty Alleviation) Towns o Ludhiana o Amritsar Financial pattern:50:20:30(GOI:State: ULB)

Funds-During 2007-08, an amount of Rs 1.00 Cr as State share has been earmarked for this component.

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(3) Urban Infrastructure Development Scheme for Small & Medium Town(UIDSSMT) (Ministry of Urban Development)

Towns - All cities (3 Croporations+129 MCs) of the State except Cities covered under JNNURM.

Financial pattern: 80:10:10 (GOI:GOP:ULB).

Funds- o During 2007-08, an amount of Rs 3.00 Cr as State share has been earmarked for this component. Progress – It has been decided to prepare DPR in respect of 40 towns. Detail guidelines of the scheme has been issued to all MC & Corporations. Tenders has been called to shortlist the consultant. The date of opening is 2/7/2007.

Towns to be covered under Urban Infrastructure Development Scheme for Small and Medium Towns (UIDSSMT)

Amritsar Region: Patiala Region: (1) Batala (1) Barnala (2) Gurdaspur (2) Banur (3) Majitha (3) Dera Bassi (4) Pathankot (4) Malerkotla (5) Patti (5) Patiala (6) Tarn Taran (6) Rajpura Bathinda Region: (7) Sangrur (1) Bathinda (8) Zirakpur (2) Malout Ludhiana Region: (3) Mansa (1) Khanna (4) Gidderbaha (2) Kharar Ferozepur Region: (3) Mandi Gobindgarh (1) Abohar (4) Nangal (2) Faridkot (5) Ropar (3) Fazilka (6) Sirhind (4) Ferozepur Jalandhar Region : (5) Moga (1) Dasuya (6) Zira (2) Hoshiarpur (3) Jalandhar (4) Kapurthala (5) Nawan Shahar (6) Phagwara

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(7)Adampur (8)Shahkot (9) Nakodar (10) Kartarpur

(4) Integrated Housing & Slum Development Programme (IHSDP) (Ministry of Housing & Urban Poverty Alleviation)

Towns - All cities (3 Croporations+129 MCs) of the State except Cities covered under JNNURM Financial pattern: 80:10:10 (GOI:GOP:ULB)

Funds- o During 2007-08, an amount of Rs 1.00 Cr as State share has been earmarked for this component.

Progress – No progress o No progress. However, detailed guidelines of the scheme have been forwarded to all Urban Local Bodies. Directions have been issued to all ULBs Ludhiana and Amritsar. o No DPR prepared. o Tenders has been called to shortlist the consultant. The date of opening is 2/7/2007.

24.12 Galliara Project ( PM Announcement in Amritsar in 9/2004)

Announcement – o The project sanctioned in 1988 was divided into 5 phases out of which 3 phases have been completed. o The PM promised Rs 72 Cr for completion of the remaining 2 phases. (Reiterated by the Hon'ble PM on 24/3/2006 in Amritsar)

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Nodal Ministry/Department - o GoP - Dept of Local Govt o GoI – Ministry of Home Affairs

Scope of Work- o Project approved in 1988 with the objective of decongesting the areas surrounding Golden Temple complex and provide a 30 meter corridor around it. o Phase IV and V are under implementation.

Progress – o As against a sum of Rs 72 Cr approved for completing phase IV & V, GOI has so far released a sum of Rs 31.74 Cr - Rs 2 Cr in 1/2004 and 2 installments of Rs 13.75 Cr each first on 21/6/05 and second on 23/3/06 & Rs 2 Cr from other sources. o The expenditure incurred so far is Rs 31.60 Cr - Rs 23.39 Cr for works & Rs 7.68 Cr for land acquisition. o The progress has been slow mainly because the work of construction of multi level parking was not started. It was to be constructed in place of an existing government school which has now been shifted to a new building. o Demolition of existing school building has been completed and the work of construction of multi level parking has been allotted and taken in hand. Excavation of parking site is in progress.

To be Done – Project on schedule.

Target Date – 31/12/2007

Comments - DC Amritsar is in-charge of this project.

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24.13 Domoria bridge, Jalandhar ( PM Announcement in Amritsar in 9/2004)

Announcement – Being constructed by MC, Jalandhar (Rs 26.11 Cr)

Nodal Ministry/Department – o GoP - Dept of Local Government. o GoI - Ministry of Road Transport and Highways.

Scope of Work- o Sanctioned on 7/12/2001 for Rs 26.11 Cr (to be funded by MoRT – Rs 20.78 Cr, Railways – Rs 5.33 Cr).

Progress – o MoRT hasn't released any amount whereas Railways have released only Rs 2.00 Cr. o Expenditure of Rs 14.00 Cr has been incurred against the tendered amount of Rs 17.00 Cr. o Funds of Rs 11.41 Cr from PIDB as loan has been taken which would be returned after receipt of funds from GOI. In a meeting held in PMO on 8/8/2006, Secretary, DoRTH stated that the department will honour the commitment and asked GoP to send all relevant details to the Ministry. The Municipal Corporation Jalandhar vide its letter dated 7/9/2006 addressed to DG Roads has furnished all the relevant details. Payment from the MoRTH and the Ministry of Railways is awaited. 80 % job is over. o Secretary MoRTH vide his DO dated 25/9/2006 asked the state government to access the amount of Rs 20.78 Cr under the CRF scheme. The Department of Planning, GoP vide its letter dated 7/11/2006 has written to the Planning Commission and MoRTH for grant of additional central assistance of Rs 20.78 Cr. It has been explained that funds under CRF are in any case always placed at the disposal of the state government and if these are diverted to Domoria Bridge as suggested by GoI, then the funds for other projects will have to be curtailed. The then Prime Minister Sh. Inder Kumar Gujral had

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announced the construction of ROB from GoI funds. The request of the state government has always been for grant of additional assistance/ funds for the bridge from GoI. MoRTH is therefore to arrange an additional amount of Rs 20.78 Cr for this project. The case regarding ACA of Rs 20.78 Cr has been turned down by the Planning Commission, GOI. o Fly-over structure is almost complete except the railway span. o The Chief Engineer (Construction) Northern Railways, New Delhi approved the conceptual design and detailed structural drawings were also cleared by the Chief Engineer. o The work has started and is likely to be completed by end of June, 2007. As on 3/4/2007 nearly 86% of the work is complete and a sum of Rs. 14.07 Cr has been spent out of total of tendered amount of Rs 17.00 Cr. o The Planning Commission vide its letter 8/2/2007 has asked the State government to demand the ACA of Rs 20.78 Cr during the next financial year 2007-08 in the ACA proposals of the State government.

To be Done – o Railways to release Rs 3.33 Cr. o MoRTH to grant a sum of Rs 20.78 Cr as additional central assistance, since state government can not divert funds from CRF for this purpose.

Target Date – To be completed by 30/6/2007.

Comments - Railways and MoRTH to release their respective share to MC Jalandhar.

24.14 Transfer of Primary schools in urban areas to MCs and recruitment of teachers (as on 31/1/2007)

Scope of Work - Education Department has transferred 200 schools to Department of Local Government.

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Progress so far- o The Punjab Municipal Primary Teachers (Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules were notified on 19/9/2006. ATR: No information supplied despite reminder as well as request on telephone. o The detailed position as on 31/1/2007 is placed at Annexure 24.14. A total of 200 schools have been transferred to MCs. Against the requirement of 513 teachers, 513 teachers have been recruited. For MC Amritsar the recruitment is yet to take place ( Latest information not available).

24.15 To Rationalize Building Bye-laws (Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work - To rationalize building bye-laws.

Progress- o The process of rationalization of Building Bye-laws has already been initiated by taking in to account the provision of National Building Code 2005. With the approval of authorities the proposal of rationalizing the norm of group housing has been finalised and circulated to ULBs vide Memo dated 14/03/2007 and exercise for rationalizing norms for commercial areas is in process.

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25. MEDICAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH

25.1 PIMS, Jalandhar (New/ Governor Address) (MD 5.18)

Scope of Work- o Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences(PIMS), Jalandhar was conceived in 1994. The Master Plan for PIMS envisages a 750-bedded Hospital and a Medical College with 150 annual admissions. There is a provision for running a Nursing College as well. This target is to be achieved in three phases. The initial phase will have a 500-bedded Hospital with 100 MBBS seats besides offering the State of art research facilities. o Area - 56 Acres of land. o Estimated cost for phase-I of the project – Rs 241.16 Cr.

Progress so far- o Spent so far – Rs 115.26 Cr. o Under the directions of Hon'ble CM, the matter regarding operationalizing PIMS, Jalandhar, in PPP mode through PIDB is under process. o Expression of Interests were invited M/S Feed Back Venture and 10 parties submitted their offers M/S Feedback Ventures after evaluation of EOIs have recommended shortlisting of six parties. o In reference to letter dated 22nd May, 2007 addressed to the Secretary(Health and Family Welfare), Government of India by the Secretary, Medical Education and Research, Punjab regarding setting up of an AIIMS like Institution at Jalandhar, Punjab, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare informed that this Ministry does not have any scheme/proposal to set up an AIIMS like Institution in Punjab. Moreover, this Ministry at present is neither taking over any State Institution nor adding to the list of 13 medical college institutions already identified for upgradation. However, the Government of Punjab can explore the feasibility of adopting Public Private Partnership(PPP) for development of PIMS, Jalandhar.

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Comments – Action is to be taken by the Government regarding Privatization and Utilization of Hospital.

25.2 Upgradation of infrastructure in the five Government Medical /Dental Colleges and Hospitals. (New/ CM / FM Speech, PVS/Gov Addr) - -DRME-2/MD 5.2,5.3,5.10,5.11/ DRME-4/MD 5.5 & MD 5.6 DRME-5/MD 5.12 & MD 5.19

Scope of Work- Upgradation of infrastructure both civil works and medical equipments in the Medical/Dental colleges & attached hospitals in the state.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 25.00

Progress so far – During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 2500.00 lac for construction works and Machinery & Equipment. o Detailed at Annexure “25.2”.

25.3 Establishment of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot (Includes Rs 400.00 lac ACA-2005-06) (New/ FM Budget Speech/ Governor Addr) (DRME-1/MD 5.19(ii))

Scope of Work- o Upgradation of infrastructure of BFHUS. o During 2006-07, Guru Gobind Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot was transferred to Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot vide Govt. Notification No.8/2/05-IHBII I/6308, dated 31/10/2006.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 8.00

Progress so far – During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 800.00 lac.

25.4 High-tech Trauma Centre-GMC Patiala with the help of NRI Alumni. (Governor Address)

Scope of Work- o GOMCO, Patiala has undertaken to establish an Advanced Trauma Care Centre in Government Medical College, Patiala. o During 2006-07, a sum of Rs 1.00 Cr was released under the State Level Punjab Nirman Programme through the Deputy Commissioner, Patiala. The money has since been transferred to the Society.

Progress so far- o The Society was registered under the Societies Act on 9.3.2006. The land has been leased to the Society for a period of 30 years for setting up a Trauma Care Centre at Patiala. o GOMCO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION PATIALA & PATIALA HEALTH FOUNDATION INC USA propose to invest about Rs 6.00 Cr for providing the state of art facilities in the Trauma Care Centre over the next two years o Architectural drawings have been prepared and are being analyzed. The blue print is ready. o Soil and Water testing of the land has been done. o On 16th December, 2006, Fund raising campaign was launched by the then Hon’ble CM in Govt. Medical College, Patiala and personal grant of Rs 25.00 lac was announced by the then Hon’ble C.M. Punjab for this project.

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To be done- Mobilisation of fund by GOMCO and start of work.

25.5 Tele-medicine Project (PM Announcment)

Scope of Work- (1) Connect the 3 Medical and 2 Dental Colleges with PGI, AIIMS and other institutions. (2) Thereafter, connect all private medical and dental institutions. (3) Providing Continued Medical Education(CME), online admission, online examination and also benefit the students immensely in broadening their mental horizon and enhancing the professional competence.

Progress so far- o The Project sent to ISRO Bangalore on 10/3/06 for implementation. Hardware installation to be done by ISRO. o The requisite spade work including preparation of subject/lectures, identification of the experts has already been completed. o Resource persons from 30 specialties have been identified and 400 hours of talks on selected topics have been prepared.

To be done – The project to be got sanctioned from ISRO.

25.6 Super Speciality Cancer Hospitals for subsidized treatment to be set up. (Election Manifesto )

Scope of Work – o It is proposed to set up Cancer Hospital in the existing campus of Guru Gobind Singh Medical College, Faridkot, which is presently under the administrative control of Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot. o Cancer care involves a number of specialties like Surgery, Radio- diagnosis, Pathology, Radiotherapy, rehabilitative care and Epidemiology. All

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these specialties are already available in the Guru Gobind Singh Medical College, Faridkot. o Guru Gobind Singh Medical College, Faridkot has applied to Baba Atomic Research Centre to get permission to install machinery and equipment for cobalt therapy, which is an intergral part of this project.

Progress so far-

Comments- Programme may be covered under the scheme DRME 5 “Upgradation of Infrastructure in GGS Medical College and Hospital, Faridkot(under the control of BFUHS)(ACA - 2007-08)”. However, no funds have been provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08 for this purpose.

25.7 A special cell would be set up so that collobaration with reputed Foreign Universities for Joint degrees in various professional courses could be encouraged. (Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work – o The special cell constituted with Director, Research and Medical Education as Coordinator, Joint Director, Research and Medical Education as Co-coordinator will also actively pursue this matter. o This cell will facilitate coordination between BFUHS, Faridkot and various foreign Universities in getting degrees based on common teaching curriculum. o The expected expenditure will be to the tune of Rs 1.00 crore which will include office set up having ultra-modern communication equipment related with personnel & on liaision work with foreign universities and colleges including faculty and student exchange programmes of various State Medical/Dental/Ayurvedic colleges.

Progress so far-

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25.8 Setting up of more Medical & Engineering Colleges (Election Manifesto)

Suggestions - o Instead of opening new medical colleges, there is need to strengthen the existing State Medical Colleges along with urgent need to make Punjab Institute of Medical Sciences, Jalandhar (PIMS) functional. o At present, there are about 720 PCMS posts vacant while every year hundreds of Medical graduates are added to the existing long list of thousands of unemployed doctors There is acute deficit of qualified and experienced medical teachers in the existing medical colleges, as per mandatory requirements of Medical Council of India.

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26. PLANNING

26.1 Punjab Nirman Programme (District & State Level)

Scope of Work- o The Punjab Nirman Programme was launched by the previous State Government during the year 2005-06 . It was aimed at ameliorating the living conditions of the people of the State living both in rural and urban areas and addressing their felt needs. The funds were placed at the disposal of the District Planning and Development Boards. o As per decision taken by the State Government, all the Deputy Commissioners were asked to deposit unutilized funds under PNP in the district treasuries upto 31/3/07. It was made clear that funds required for completion of on-going works would be reallocated during 2007-08.

Funds 2007-08 - An outlay of Rs 28.71 crore has been provided under Punjab Nirman Programme during 2007-08 for completion of on-going works – District Level Punjab Nirman Programme: Rs 23.71 crore and State Level Punjab Nirman Programme: Rs 5.00 crore.

Progress so far- The detail of funds released and utilized during 2005-06 and 2006-07 under all the components of PNP upto 31/5/2007 is given as under -

(Rs Cr) SN Component Amount Earmark Sanction Withdra Deposite Net Utilised % Unutilis ed ed wn from d in the Amount Utilis ed Treasury Treasury Available ed ( 7-8) upto for wrt May, utilisatio (7) 2007 n (5-6) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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(Rs Cr) SN Component Amount Earmark Sanction Withdra Deposite Net Utilised % Unutilis ed ed wn from d in the Amount Utilis ed Treasury Treasury Available ed ( 7-8) upto for wrt May, utilisatio (7) 2007 n (5-6) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 District 137.90 137.90 137.87 0.37 137.50 136.42 99.21 1.08 Level PNP - Rs. 138 Cr (2005- 06) 2 District 300.00 298.21 298.21 4.81 293.40 283.15 96.51 10.25 Level PNP - Rs. 300 Cr (2006- 07) 3 District 118.00 118.82 117.25 11.06 106.19 92.32 86.94 13.87 Level PNP - Rs. 118 Cr (2006- 07) 4 District 100.00 100.00 100.00 16.40 83.60 43.60 52.15 40.00 Level PNP- Rs.100 Cr. (2006-07) For Water Courses 5 District 75.00 75.00 73.30 26.88 46.42 28.18 60.71 18.24 Level PNP- Rs.75.00 Cr. (2006- 07) For Sports / Youth Clubs etc 6 District 66.01 66.01 63.47 12.30 51.17 27.38 53.51 23.79 Level PNP- Rs. 66.00 Cr. (2006-07)

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(Rs Cr) SN Component Amount Earmark Sanction Withdra Deposite Net Utilised % Unutilis ed ed wn from d in the Amount Utilis ed Treasury Treasury Available ed ( 7-8) upto for wrt May, utilisatio (7) 2007 n (5-6) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 TOTAL 796.91 795.94 790.10 71.82 718.28 611.05 85.07 107.23 (District Level) 7 State Level 256.18 256.18 256.17 17.28 238.89 200.32 83.85 38.57 - Rs. 256 Cr (Ist Instalment) 8 State Level 40.64 40.64 36.64 2.09 34.55 24.36 70.05 10.19 - Rs. 40 Cr (IInd Instalment) TOTAL( 296.82 296.82 292.81 19.37 273.44 224.68 82.17 48.76 State Level) GRAND 1093.73 1092.76 1082.91 91.19 991.72 835.73 84.27 155.99 TOTAL o The Component wise/District wise detail of performance under Punjab Nirman Programme is given in Annexure 26.1 ( I to XVI). o Proposals amounting to Rs. 26.93 crore have been received from the District Planning and Development Boards for the completion of ongoing works under Punjab Nirman Programme – District Level PNP: Rs 15.30 crore and State Level PNP: Rs 11.63 crore.

26.2 Rashtriya Sam Vikas Yojana (RSVY) now replaced with the Backward Regions Grant Fund

Scope of Work - It is a 100% funded scheme by Government of India which was being implemented in Hoshiarpur district during 2004-07 with a total cost of Rs 45.00 crore. Planning Commission has already approved the

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schemes/works to be undertaken under this project worth Rs. 45.00 crore. The main objectives of the scheme are to redress the problems of low agricultural productivity, unemployment and to fill critical gaps in physical and social infrastructure.

Funds 2007-08 - An outlay of Rs 22.50 crore has been provided under the scheme during 2007-08 for completion of the project, out of which Rs 7.50 crore pertaining to the year 2006-07 stands released to the district Hoshiarpur.

Progress so far- o Government of India have so far released Rs 30.00 crore in four instalments (Rs 7.50 crore each) which stands released by the State Government to district Hoshiarpur. An amount of Rs 22.00 crore (73.33%) has been utilized upto 31/5/07. The status under RSVY is as under: (Rs lac) Year Funds approved Funds released Funds released Utilization by Planning by Planning by the State of funds Commission, Commission, Government upto GoI GoI 31/5/07 2004-05 1500.00 750.00 - - 2005-06 1500.00 750.00 750.00 750.00 2006-07 1500.00 1500.00 1500.00 1380.00 2007-08 - - 750.00 69.62 Total 4500.00 3000.00 3000.00 2199.62

The work wise progress report under RSVY is given at Annexure 26.2.

26.3 Creation of Infrastructure Facilities in the Border Areas Under BADP-CS(PM)-1/1/5(i)

Scope of work- Area like Infrastructure, Education, Health, Agriculture & Allied activities are covered and Repair of Harike headworks is to be undertaken.

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Funds- (Rs Cr)

Outlay Released Utilized 2007-08 32.00 -

Progress so far- o The Repair of Madhopur & Hussainiwala headworks has been completed. o Meeting of SLSC on BADP held on 27/4/2007. o The proposals amounting to Rs 11.51 crore have been submitted to Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India for approval & release of funds.

To be done- o The work of Harike headwork will be undertaken in the month of October/November, 2007. o Funds to be released by Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India will be further sanctioned to the border districts.

Target date- 31/3/2008

26.4 Additional Central Assistance for Special schemes/programmes of Border blocks (PM 10)

Scope of work- Planning Commission, Government of India while its letter dated 19/12/2006 has approved the ACA of Rs.137 crore for schemes like renovation and rehabilitation of dispensaries, mobile dispensaries, rural toilets, upgradation of primary schools, opening of new public health centers, opening of new technical institutions and additional class rooms in existing schools. The detail of the schemes/programmes is as under-

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SN Name of Scheme Amount (Rs. crore) 1 Renovation & Rehabilitation of 5.15 Dispensaries. 2 Mobile Dispensaries 5.00 3 Rural Toilets 34.40 4 Upgradation of Primary Schools 16.35 5 Opening of New Public Health Centres 33.70 6 Opening of New Technical Institutions 20.00 7 Additional Class Rooms in Existing schools 22.40 Total 137.00

Progress so far- o Planning Commission vide its letter dated 19/12/2006 recommended release of Rs 137 crore and funds released by Ministry of Finance on 16/3/2007. o A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Chief Minister, Punjab regarding the Development of Border Areas. It has been decided to allocate funds to the various block on the basis of Population Area & International length. As a follow up vide letter dated 25/6/2007, Deputy Commissioners of border districts have been requested to send proposals for (1) to (5).

To be done- Approval of Planning Commission to be sought for the revised proposals and thereafter the funds will be sanctioned & released to the border districts.

Target date- 31/3/2008

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27. POWER

27.1 Ensure 8 hour power supply to farmers during paddy season (Old) (Election Manifesto)

Scope of Work – o Installed capacity of Power as on 31/3/07 ;

(i) Installed Capacity (Own) 4437 MW (Including Common Pool) (ii) Share from Central Sector Projects 1764 MW (iii) Total Installed Capacity 6201MW (iv) Peak demand (unrestricted) 8917 MW (v) Maximum Demand met (restricted) 6558 MW (vi) Deficit 2359 MW (vii) Power purchased (2006-07) 14386 MU (Rs. 4311.40 Cr)

Progress so far – Progress satisfactory.

To be done Year MKWh Total Cost 2007-08 14037 4134.00 Cr (Estimate)

Comments – In progress.

27.2 Lehra Mohabbat Stage-II (2x250 MW) (PP-3)

Scope of Work – o Stage I – The project with capacity of 2x210=420 MW stands commissioned. The first unit of 210 MW capacity was commissioned on 29/12/1997 and IInd Unit of 210 MW was commissioned on 16/10/1998.

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o Stage II – Project envisaging setting up of two units of 2x250=500 MW adjoining the existing GHTP Lehra Mohabbat Stage-I with a total cost of the project is Rs 1790 Cr approved by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA). o Loan sanctioned by the REC is Rs 1610.70 Cr. o The expenditure incurred upto 31/3/2007 is Rs 2052.72 Cr . o During the year 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 742.01 Cr.

Funds – During 2007-08, PSEB has planned to spend Rs 450.00 Cr for Lehra Mohabat Stage-II.

Progress so far – o At present, the work at 2x250 MW GHTP at Lehra Mohabat is in full swing. o The original schedule of commissioning of Ist unit was 31/12/2006 and IInd unit was 31/3/2007. M/s BHEL failed to commission the project in time due to some unforeseen circumstances. The matter has been perused vigorously with M/S BHEL and now they have given the revised date of commissioning for Unit I 30/9/2007 and Unit II 31/12/2007.

To be done o Unit-I is likely to be completed by 30/9/ 2007. o Unit-II is likely to be completed by 31/12/2007.

Target date – o Unit-I was 31/12/ 2006. o Unit-II was 31/3/ 2007.

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27.3 Shahpur Kandi Dam Hydro Electric Project (168MW) (Election Manifesto) (PP-9)

Scope of Work- o The Shahpur Kandi project would be located 11 Km down stream of the Ranjit Sagar Dam and 8 Km up stream of Madhopur head works.The Dam will act as balancing reservoir for working of Ranjit Sagar Power Plant as a peaking station and to regulate the supplies to Shahpur Kandi Hydel Channel/UBDC Canal System. o The total cost of the project is Rs 1945 Cr at Sept 2005 price index , out of which Rs 245 Cr for Irrigation component will be provided by the GoP, while the balance Rs 1700 Cr would be arranged by the PSEB by raising loan from REC/PFC. o Power generation from Shahpur Kandi Dam Power House I and II will be 2x40 +2x40+1x8= 168 MW. The water flowing to Pakistan will be saved for intensive irrigation benefits for 3.48 lac hectare in Punjab, 32173 hectare for J&K. o The expenditure Incurred upto 31/3/2007 was Rs 174.95 Cr, wchich was mainly on acquisition of land. o During the year 2006-07, the expenditure was Rs 31.95 Cr (irrigation side). o The physical target 2006-07 was to shift machinery and equipment from RSD to SPK for starting of the work.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 98.00 (Irrigation) 1.15(Power)

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Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Power side Rs 1.15 Cr. o Limited tender enquiry shall be floated for appointment of consultant after the loan position from the PFC/REC is cleared.

To be done - Work on the main project is being started very soon.

Target date -31/3/2012

27.4 Mukerian Hydel Project Stage-II- (2x9=18-MW.) ( FM Budget Speech) (Election Manifesto) (PP-4)

Scope of Work – o Mukerian Hydel Project State-I of 3x15=45 MW was commissioned in the year 1983. o Mukerian Hydel Project Stage-II situated in Mukerian district Hoshiarpur. The source of water is Beas river. The original cost of this project was Rs 125 Cr, which was revised to Rs 150 Cr at 2006-07 prices. o The annual energy generation power shall be 140.85 MUs. o The Power House civil works have been allotted to M/S Parmar Construction Company by dated 28/11/03 and the excavation work has been taken by the firm. o A new canal called MHC-II having capacity of 11500 cusec, with a length of 3.7 km will be constructed. o A power house with a capacity of 2x9=18 MW is proposed to be constructed. o The expenditure incurred upto 31/3/2007 was Rs 83.88 Cr. o During 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 1.42 Cr.

Funds – During 2007-08, PSEB has planned to spend Rs 14.47 Cr on Mukerian Hydel Project Stage-II.

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Progress so far – o All the civil works have since been completed except construction of Main Power House Building, which has been held up due to water logging. However, due to shifting of PH Station site because of water logging in the original location, an earlier commissioning schedule of July, 2007 is likely to be delayed to 2008-09. o Tenders have been called again for carrying out the civil works.

To be done – (i) Part-I : Channel Portion : A new canal having capacity of 11500 cusecs, is to be constructed. (ii) Part-II : Power House Portion : A power house of capacity of 2x9=18MW is to be constructed.

Target date – 31/3/2009.

27.5 1000 MW Power from Private Producers ( IPPs)

Scope of Work – o RFQ (Request for Qualification) has been sent to PSREC for approval. o Tender enquiry dated 17/3/2006 was floated for procurement of 1000MW power through International Competitive Bidding. o In respond 11no bids have been received from prospective generators/promoters and were opened on 30/7/2006. o List of firms who have submitted bids is as under: (a) M/s Bhilangana Hydro Power Ltd.Noida. (b) M/s Adani Power Pvt.Ltd.New Delhi. (c) M/s Reliance Energy Ltd., Mumbai. (d) M/s Essar Power Ltd., Mumbai. (e) M/s Jindal steel & Power Ltd., New Delhi. (f) M/s Kanchan Junga Power Company Pvt.Ltd., Chandigarh.

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(g) M/s Power Trading Company India Ltd., New Delhi. (h) M/s Sterlite Energy Pvt.Ltd., Mumbai. (i) M/s ISNI International company.

(j) 10411, Motor City Drive, Bethesda Maryband 20817 USA. (k) M/s Lanco Kondapalli Power Pvt.Ltd., Hyderabad. (l) M/s Tata Power Company Ltd., New Delhi.

Progress so far – o The PPA for the same will be finalized in 2007. o Approved RFQ shall be issued to the qualified bidders. o Project is yet to be started.

Target date – Yet to be decided.

27.6 1500 MW Power to Punjab from 4000MW pool pit dasteThermal Power Plant being setup by NTPC at Lara in Chhattisgarh. ( PM Announcement in 09/2005 at Chandigarh) (Election Manifesto)

Announcement – NTPC would examine the feasibility of a coal based power plant in Punjab. (Reiterated by the Hon'ble PM on 24/3/2006 in Amritsar)

Nodal Ministry/Department - o GoP - Dept of Power o GoI - Ministry of Power

Scope of Work- o The power plant is not being setup in Punjab. Instead Punjab would be provided 1500 MW of power from the proposed 4000 MW Lara Thermal Plant being setup by NTPC in Chhattisgarh. o Allocation of 1200 MW of power from other power stations in the country.

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Progress – o The present availability of power to the state is about 6200 MW against the peak requirement of 8915 MW. The shortage would go up to 5000 MW by the end of 11th Plan. o Lara Plant - It has been learnt that Chhattisgarh government is demanding 12 % free power from the Power Projects in the state and this is not acceptable to NTPC/Ministry of Power. The project may, therefore, not take off. GoI is requested to reallocate 1500MW of power from other on-going projects of NTPC which are scheduled to be commissioned in the next 2-3 years. o NTPC & GOI had confirmed 1500 MW of power for Punjab from the Lara Plant in Chattisgarh. PSEB has been asked to sign PPA with NTPC but no draft PPA has been received from NTPC. Union Power Minister announced during his visit to Punjab on 22/9/2006 that GoI would adhere to its commitment and provide 1500 MW of power from the Lara Plant and if there is any problem, then from the other thermal power plants of NTPC. o Power from Ultra Mega Power Projects (UMP) – In the mean time, the State government has got 2225 MW of power allocated from the Ministry of Power, GoI from the following 5 UMPs -

(Sasan (MP) 600 MW Mundra (Guj) 475 MW Orissa 500 MW Talia (JH) 450 MW Cheur (TN) 200 MW Total 2225 MW o PPAs for the Sasan UMPP and Mundra UMPP have been signed by PSEB. PPA for the other 3 Nos UMPPs is yet to be signed. o Commitment amount of Rs 22.50 Cr @ Rs 1 Cr per 100 MW have already been paid to the Power Finance Corporation , being the nodal agency. o The power is likely to be available from 2011 onwards.

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To be Done – Keeping in view the uncertainty of Lara Project, Ministry of Power, GOI to reallocate 1500 MW share of Punjab from any other on-going projects of NTPC at the earliest. (Ministry of Power)

27.7 1800 MW Thermal Power Plant at Talwandi Sabo and 1200 MW at Nabha ( FM Budget Speech)

Scope of Work- The State Government has sanctioned two coal based thermal power plants of 1200 MW at Nabha (Patiala) and 1800 MW at Talwandi Sabo (Banwala) in Mansa District.

Progress so far – o Land measuring 1200 acres for each project is under acquisition. o SPVs have been created to execute the project on build, own and operate (BOO) basis. o Pre-bid conference was held with the parties on 21/5/2007.

To be Done – These projects likely to be commissioned in 2011-12.

Target date – 31/3/2012

27.8 GVK Power Plant in Goindwal (2x250=500 MW Private- BOO) (Election Manifesto) (PP)

Scope of Work – o The project consists of two units 2x250=500 MW at Goindwal Sahib. o The Estimated cost of the project is Rs 2000 Cr. o Revised MOU has been signed with M/S GVK Ltd. Hyderabad on 8/2/2006 on BOO bases. o The final Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) has been initiated after the approval of the Board on 6/2/2/007. In the meantime validity of MOU has been extended upto 7/8/2007 till the PPA is approved by PSERC.

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Progress so far – o During 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 1.00 Cr. o The project is likely to be completed by 2011-12.

To be done - M/S GVK will construct 500 MW thermal power plant on BOO basis.

Target date – 31/3/2012

27.9 Urban Pattern Electricity Supply to Deras/Dhanies (Election Manifesto) (PP)

Scope of Work – o As per the prevalent policy, all the farm houses/basties/deras/dhanies located within 500 meters of village phirni are being provided Urban Pattern Supply at the cost of PSEB.This facility was further extended to clusters of 15 or more houses located beyond 500 meters of the village phirni at the cost of PSEB. o It has now been decided to provide this facility of Urban Pattern Supply to clusters of 5 or more houses. o The Total estimated cost of this work is Rs 90 Cr and will be completed within one and half year. o The Farm House not covered under the above policy, can avail Urban Pattern Supply at their own cost by depositing the estimated cost of the work. o About 12804 deras/dhanies/basties etc, have been identified.

Progress so far – o In the first instance, the work for providing this facility to 4387 deras/basties/dhanies has been started on 1st July 2007 and it will be completed by 31st December 2007. o Punjab Government has already released first installment of Rs 35 Cr to PSEB for this work.

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To be done – o To provide Urban Pattern Supply to clusters of 5 or more houses. o Work will be completed within one and half year.

Target date- o 31/12/2007 o 31/12/2008

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28. REVENUE AND RELIEF

28.1 Computerization of Revenue Records

Scope of work - o Computerization of Land Records and Registration of Property - Centrally sponsored scheme. o Data Entry and Digitisation of Land Records across 153 locations (72 Tehsils and 81 sub-Tehsils) in the state. As per plan, 153 Common Service Centres would be opened for delivery of services relating to Land Records and Registration of properties across the State. o Procurement of IT hardware (Servers, Routers and Switches) for Citizen Service Centers (Fard Kendras). o Provision of Services at Citizen Service Centres (Fard Kendras / Sub- Registrar offices). o Deployment of technical resources for managing operations of State Data Centre on per resource cost basis. o Integration of Land Registration System & Land Records Management System with Registration of Property Document (RoPD) project.

Funds- o Total project cost - Rs 70-80 crores for next five years. o Funds are directly released by Department of Information Technology (DIT), Government of India to Punjab Land Records Society (PLRS) for the project. o An amount of Rs 150/ per Registration of Property document is being charged by the PLRS Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized Rs.14.98 crore - -

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Progress so far – o Computerization of Land Records: Pilot successfully implemented at district Kapurthala. o Registration of properties: Pilot successfully implemented at district Sangrur. o State wide roll-out of project is in process. o The sites for Citizen Service Centers have been completed in about 10 Tehsils and the work is going on for 76 more Tehsils. o Data entry work of Land Records: Data entry of Jamabandis was started in 8 districts in November, 2006. Approx 30% of the data entry has been completed in these 8 districts using the earlier version of application software. o Out of data entry work in remaining 12 districts with new software, work has already been started in 4 districts & remaining would be started as per schedule. o Site preparation work at 153 delivery channels is in progress.

To be done- o Contract for Registration of Properties for Sangrur and has to be signed between DC, Sangrur and Computer Maintenance Corporation (CMC). o The issue of starting the Data Entry work at Fatehgarh Sahib has to be resolved. o All data of both projects will be replicated and consolidated at the State Data Center using the State Wide Area Network (SWAN). The State Government has already decided to establish State Wide Area Netwrok (SWAN) under project PAWAN (Punjab Wide Area Network) and the connectivity will be provided by BSNL. It shall provide connectivity to Secretariat, State HQ, District HQs, Sub-Division HQs and Block HQs respectively. Target date- 31/5/2007 (Software development) 1 ½ years for roll-out.

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Comments – Progress not very satisfactory. An agreement has been signed on 20th September, 2006, with the selected BOOT partner- CMC to implement the project.

28.2 Strengthening of Revenue Administration and updating of land records (Rs 4.37 Cr + Rs 4.37 Cr from GOI and GOP) – RR 1

Scope of Work - Strengthening of Revenue Administration

Funds - (Rs Crore) Project Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised cost - 8.75 - - (including 50% Central share)

Progress so far- o The main objective of the scheme is to complete the on-going projects of the office building of Director Land Records and to provide the central air- conditioning, sewerage & water supplies and fire fighting arrangements for the record room at Jalandhar for its scientific up-keeping. Provision of furniture like writing table, chairs, steel almirahs, steels racks, mussavi containers, cash boxes, cloth bastas & for photo state machines for Revenue Officers. The old revenue records are also required to be preserved. The work relating to construction of residential complex for Director Land Records/ Deputy Director Land Records and Principal State Patwar School is also undertaken under this scheme.

28.3 Administrative Complexes at District and Tehsil level – RR -2

Scope of Work – Establishment of Distt. Administrative & Tehsil Complexes in the state.

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Funds - (Rs crore) Outlay 2007-08 Cleared by PD Utilized 4.37 1.00 -

Progress so far- o The priority for construction of District complexes as per Annexure 28.3.1 & 28.3.2.

28.4 Riot Victims- New rehabilitation package for 1984 victims. Rehabilitation grant @ Rs 2 lakh per family, pension @ Rs 2500 per month.

Scope of Work- Rehabilitation grant and pension has to be provided to riot/terrorist victim widows/parents/orphan children.

Progress so far- o Pension (Subsistence allowance) @ Rs 2500/- per month is being paid to 7135 riot/terrorist victim widows/parents/ orphan children. o 15118 claims were received up-to 15/5/2006 for rehabilitation grant. State Level Committee sanctioned 12463 cases upto 28/12/2006. o An amount of Rs 237.29 crore stands disbursed as rehabilitation grant to 11866 applicants upto 31/3/2007. Grant to 4 applicants yet to be disbursed. o An amount of Rs 237.29 crore has been disbursed in 11866 cases and Rs. 3.50 lacs in one case as Ex-Gratia Grant. An amount of Rs 7.81 crore surrendered in 389 cases and Rs 3.24 crore in 162 cases not with drawn from Treasury and 24 lacs is lying pending for disbursement in 12 cases with the office Amritsar, Fatehgarh Sahib, Ferozepur, Ludhiana and Mohali. o Details are at Annexure 28.4.

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28.5 Farm INDEBTEDNESS and the resultant suicide menace to be tackled on war footing

The Revenue Department was directed to formulate Punjab relief of Agricultural indebtedness Bill. Its draft was prepared in 2006 and could not be finalized. The case is now being resubmitted to CM, Punjab after obtaining approval from FCD and Secretary Cooperation.

28.6 Reduction in the Stamp Duty levied on transfer of property within family.

Stamp duty on the family transfers of property in rural areas has already been exempted vide notification dated 27/12/01. The family transfer of residential property in urban areas have also been exempted vide notification dated 27/4/2007.

28.7 Land Acquisition Policy o The State Government is alive to the sensitive issue of land acquisition and displacement of farmers and has notified a new Land Acquisition Policy. Henceforth, private land would be acquired only if the land is needed for a defined public purpose. The private companies will but land on their own and the government will not acquire more than 10% of the land for them at their cost to provide contiguity and connectivity. The acquisition would be at the actual market rate and the farmers would be fully compensated. o The policy is being amended to make the farmers stakeholders in the development of commercial, housing and industrial projects.

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29. ROADS AND BRIDGES

WORLD BANK

29.1 World Bank Scheme for Road Infrastructure (FM Budget Speech) (RB-1)

Scope of Work – o The total cost of this project is Rs 1500.00 Cr out of which 75%( Rs 1125 Cr) would be World Bank Assistance and balance 25% ( Rs 375 Cr) will be State share. o Punjab Roads and Bridges Development Board (PRBDB) is the project implementing agency.This project will be executed in two phases in a period of 5 years and will cover about 1100 K.M of Roads. o In phase-I, 200 Km roads will be rehabilitated,150 Km roads will be upgraded and Periodic Maintenance of 350 Km of roads. In phase-II, 400 Km roads will be rehabilitated and upgraded.

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 275.00 15.00

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08, the approved outlay is Rs 275.00 Cr o Loan agreement was signed on 26/02/07 and become effective from 02/04/07. The Project was started on 25/05/07. o Land acquisition for Up-gradation works is in progress. Bids for all the Phase-I works has been received. The work of Periodic Maintenance are in progress and completed by October, 2008

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To be done – Work has been started.

Target date – 31/3/2012

NABARD- RIDF XII,XII(i) & XII(ii)

29.2 NABARD assisted project for Construction /Widening of Roads and construction of Bridges and Building Infrastructure RIDF-(V-XII) (FM Budget Speech) (RB-2)

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 260.00 42.87 42.00 120.00

Progress so far – o During the year 2007-08. the approved outlay for NABARD assistance projects is Rs 260 Cr . o Progress of works as per Annexure 29.2.

29.3 F RIDF-XII (2006-07)

Scope of Work – o This project was sanctioned vide dated 28/6/06 o The total cost of the project is Rs 303.40 Cr. Target 73 roads and 16 bridges. o During 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 111.57 Cr. On physical side 11 roads have been completed and 73 works are in progress.

Progress so far – Work in progress.

To be done- The project will be completed by 30/9/2008.

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Target date – Roads ; 30/6/2008 Bridges; 30/9/2008

29.3 G RIDF-XII (i)

Scope of Work – o This project was sanctioned vide dated 3/8/2006 o The total cost of the project is Rs 62.58 Cr. Target 6 roads and 2 bridges. o During 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 16.18 Cr. On physical side the work on 8 projects in progress.

Progress so far –

To be done o The project will be completed by 30/9/2008.

Target date – Roads ; 30/6/2008 Bridges; 30/9/2008

29.3 G RIDF-XII (ii)

Scope of Work – o This project was sanctioned vide dated 22/11/2006 o The total cost of the project is Rs 23.36 Cr. Target 15 roads. o During 2006-07, the expenditure incurred was Rs 4.36 Cr. On Physical side the work on all projects is in progress.

Progress so far –

To be done-The project will be completed by 30/6/2008.

Target date –30/6/2008

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29.3 H RIDF-XIII

Funds – (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 0.10 - - 110.00

Scope of Work – o This project is under consideration and being submitted to NABARD shortly. o The total estimated cost of the project is Rs 110.00 Cr. Target 200 kms roads and 20 no. bridges

Progress so far – During 2007-08; Project is yet to be started.

To be done-Work yet to start

Target date –Yet to be decided

PIDB ______29.4 Completion/Improvement of 14 Road corridors under PIDB under viability-gap-funding or BOT mode. Rs 712 Cr (Rs .500 Cr by private sector and Rs 212 Cr by State Government) (FM Budget Speech) Tranche I, II, III

Scope of Work – o 596.16 km road length to be constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 712.38 Cr. o PIDB share Rs 212 Cr, concession to be received Rs 0.38 Cr and investment o By private sector – Rs 500 Cr.

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The 11 roads are - (a) Patiala-Samana-Patran, (b) Balachaur-Dasuya, (c) Ferozepur-Fazilka, (d) Patiala-Malerkotla, (e) Moga-Bhagwanpura-Kotakpura, (f) Hoshiarpur-Tanda, (g) Kiratpur Sahib-Nangal-Una, (h) Sirhind-Morinda- Ropar, (i) Hoshiarpur-Phagwara, (j) Gobindgarh-Nabha-Bhawanigarh (k) Dakha-Raikot-Barnala, (l) Batala - Mehta - Beas,(m) Tanda-Amritsar; and (n); Nakodar-Kartarpur.

Progress so far – o PIDB has released funds to the tune of Rs 175.83 Cr against 11 road corridors. o Work has since been commenced on the 9 road corridors and work on 3 roads has been completed and collection of fee is started. o Funds are being released towards shifting of utilities, grants, IQCC. o PIDB took up the matter with GOI for availing Viability Gap Funding. o Sirhind-Morinda and Ropar-Phagwara roads can be re-bid as contractor backed out . o Details at Annexure 29.4.

To be done - Work in progress, approval for 2 roads Morinda-Sirhind and Ropar-Phagwara is awaited from AD

Target date – (a) completed (b) completed (c) 31/3/08 (d) 30/6/08 (e) 31/10/07 (f) completed (g) 30/9/07 (h) 30/4/08 ( i) 30/4/08 (j) 31/3/08 (k) 30/6/08. (l,m and n) yet to be decided.

29.5 31 ROBs/ RUB - DPRs for 7 ROB are under preparations (Old/ Governor Address)

Scope of Work – o Construction of more ROBs in Punjab has been taken up with Railway Board: a meeting was attended by CE (IP) on 19th May, 2006. For this

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purpose, list of 120 ROBs circulated to all the C Es (N)(S)(C)(NH) and Jt Secy PRBDB to priortize the ROBs so that the approval of Govt/ PIDB can be obtained. o The total cost of 31 ROB/RUB – Rs 450.00 Cr.

Progress so far – Total 31 ROBs/RUBs are to be taken by the State Government under the aegis of PIDB. o Work has been awarded for 21 ROBs/RUBs and the construction work is in progress. o Tenders for 2 ROBs has been received on 27/12/2006 and are under evaluation with PWD(B&R) and are likely to be awarded soon. o Details are given in Annexure 29.5.

To be done - The work on other projects will be taken up as and when DNIT are finalisedand approved by AD.

Target date – 16 to 18 months from start of work.

29.6 Bye passes - Ludhiana Ring Road, Mohali, Bathinda, Nawanshahar, Banga, Garhshankar

Scope of Work – o 4 laning within Nawanshahar town which was decided to be considered under World Bank assisted projects has been dropped. Proposal for 4 lanning has been received by PIDB and under its consideration. o For by passes at Nawanshahar and Banga , it has been decided that PWD B&R) and PIDB will jointly get the technical study updated Proposals are actively under consideration.

Progress so far – o Project development activities are being initiated.

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o Ring Road Bathinda - Relates to PUDA. o Details at Annexure - 29.6. To be done - Work is yet to be started.

Target date – Yet to be decided.

OTHER PROJECTS

29.7 High Speed Freight Corridor(PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Announcement – For further improvement in infrastructure in Punjab, the Railways would examine the feasibility of extending the Delhi-Kolkatta high- speed corridor to Amritsar. (Reiterated by the Hon'ble PM on 24/3/2006 in Amritsar)

Nodal Ministry/Department - o GoP – Dept of PWD (B&R) o GoI – Ministry of Railways

Scope of Work- Extension of High Speed Delhi-Kolkata Freight Corridor to Amritsar.

Progress – o Ministry of Railway, GoI was requested vide DO dated 20/1/2006 to examine the feasibility of extending the Delhi-Kolkata high-speed corridor to Amritsar. The Ministry has agreed to extend it up to Ludhiana. o The matter came up for discussion in a meeting held by Member Secretary, Planning Commission in Delhi on 21/3/2006 & the request of the State for extending it to Amritsar was reiterated. o In the meeting held on 8/8/2006 in PMO, Chairman Railway Board stated that adequate capacity exists between Ludhiana and Amritsar to take

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care of the requirement for the next ten years. Extension of the freight corridor to Ludhiana is sufficient for the present. o PM laid the foundation stone on 27/9/2006 in Ludhiana.

To be Done – Alignment of the corridor to be finalized by the Railways and they have to decide where to terminate the corridor whether at – Sahnewal, Dhandarikalan or Laddowal.

Comments - Ministry of Railways (GoI)

29.8 Roads (PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Announcement – Upgradation and four laning of certain roads. (Reiterated by the Hon'ble PM on 24/3/2006 in Amritsar)

Nodal Ministry/Department – o GoP - Dept of PWD (B&R) o GoI - Ministry of Road Transport and Highways

29.8 A Jalandhar- Amritsar road (JLD – Section : Bids yet to be invited(PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Scope of Work- Project for four laning. Approved under NHDP-III. o Bidhipur Railway crossing, Jalandhar to Army Public School, Dhilwan (20 km); o Army Public School, Dhilwan to Verka Chowk, Amritsar (49 km) project for 4-laning.

Progress – (a) Jalandhar- Dhilwan : Fresh bids on BOT – annuity basis are being invited. (b) Dhilwan- Amritsar : Work allotted to IVR Co. Hyderabad

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for Rs 263 crore. Concession period is 20 years including 30 months as construction period. Agreement signed on 30/11/2005. Work started in May, 2006. The work of shifting of utilities and cutting of trees is in progress and 90% trees have already been cut. The entrepreneur has started the work in three reaches in this section. The work is likely to be completed by February 2009.

To be Done – (a) Work to be allotted for Jalandhar-Dhilwan Section. (NHAI).

29.8 B Amritsar – Pathankot road (Bids yet to be invited) (PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Scope of Work- 101 km road link to be four laned. Approved under NHDP-III.

Progress – DPR has been prepared and work is yet to be allotted by NHAI. Competent authority for Land Acquisition has been appointed and Land Acquisition papers are under preparation. The bids are yet to be invited.

To be Done – Land to be acquired and bids to be invited. (NHAI)

29.8C Chandigarh (Kurali) – Ropar – Kiratpur road (PM Announcement) (FM Budget)

Scope of Work- Four laning of 73 Km road. Approved under NHDP-III

Progress – o Kurali-Kiratpur : The total length of this section is 45 km. The work has been allotted to the entrepreneur for Rs 316 crores on BOT basis on 1/12/2006 and target date of completion is December, 2009. o Desu Majra – Kurali : 11 km of this section is already 4/6 lane. Bids for the remaining portion (17 km) are yet to be invited by NHAI. Concessionaire

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of ROB at Kurali town has filed civil suit against 4-laning of this section. Work of 4-laning will be taken up after decision of this case. o The expert committee for Infrastructure Development has accorded invironmental clearance to Kurali-Kiratpur stretch of NH-21 in its 52nd meeting held on 20/4/2007. o NHAI has also earmarked funds for rehabilitation and compensation for this project. o The forest clearance work for Kurali-Kiratpur project is behind schedule.

To be Done –Bids for Desu Majra – Kurali (17 km) to be invited by NHAI.

29.8 D Ambala – Chandigarh (Punjab Portion) (PM Announcement) (FM Budget)

Scope of Work- Four laning of 31 km at an estimated cost Rs 298 crore Concession period 20 years. Being 4- laned under NHDP-III.

Progress – Agreement was signed on 16/11/2005 with GMR Engineering and GMR Infrastructure, Bangalore for Rs 298 crore. Concession period is 20 years including 30 months as construction period. The work of the road and Zirakpur flyover is in progress and is likely to be completed by March, 2008.

To be Done –Work under progress and on schedule.

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29.8 E Ludhiana – Chandigarh Road (PM Announcement) (FM Budget)

Scope of Work- Length 68 km from Kharar to Ludhiana. Cost of 4- laning Rs 350 crore and cost of 6 - laning Rs 425 crore. Existing metalled width 10 meters.

Progress – MoRTH informed in the meeting on 8/8/2006 held in PMO that this road has been approved for 6 laning under NHDP – Phase V by the Committee on Infrastructure. Feasibility report will be prepared on priority.

To be Done – MoRTH, GoI to prepare the feasibility report. (NHAI)

29.8 F Ambala-Jalandhar road (PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Scope of Work- Ambala-Jalandhar Road to be 6 laned

Progress – o There is a proposal to construct an Expressway between Delhi and Chandigarh. The Hon'ble PM had announced that this Expressway would be extended from Ambala to Jalandhar. o MoRTH informed in the meeting on 8/8/2006 held in PMO that this project has been approved under NHDP – Phase V by the Committee on Infrastructure. Feasibility report will be prepared on priority. o To be Done – MoRTH, GoI to prepare the feasibility report.(NHAI)

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29.8 G Four Laning of Ludhiana – Moga – Talwandi Highway – NH 95 (20/12/2006 at Amritsar) (PM Announcement) (FM Budget)

Scope of Work- Ludhiana – Moga -Ferozepur Highway to be 4 lanned.

Progress – o The project has been approved under NHDP-3B. o The DPR of the project is yet to be prepared and thereafter bids would be invited.

To be Done – DPR to be prepared by NHAI.

29.8 H Six-Laning of Panipat – Ambala – Chandigarh Highway (20/12/2006 at Amritsar) (PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Scope of Work- Panipat – Ambala – Chandigarh highway to be 6 laned.

Progress – The work is yet to be included in any National Highways Development Project (NHDP) by GoI, MoRT&H New Delhi.

To be Done – GoI should include this work under NHDP. (NHAI)

29.9 4 Laning Of Nh-1 From Verka Chowk, Amritsar To Wagha Border (PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Announcement – 4 Lining of NH-1 from Verka Chowk, Amritsar to Wagha Border.

Nodal Ministry/Department – o GoP - Dept of PWD (B&R) o GoI - Ministry of Road Transport & Highways

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Scope of Work- 4-Laning of 35 km stretch of NH 1 from Verka Chowk, Amritsar to Wagha Border. The estimated cost of 4 laning is Rs 207 crore.

Progress – o The Union Cabinet in its meeting held on 26/10/2006 approved the 4 laning of Amritsar – Wagha Road under BOT (Annuity) Model to be funded by the GoI. The estimated cost of the project is Rs 207 crore. o The project was approved by the Public Private Participation Appraisal Committee (PPPAC) on 16/1/2007. The Cabinet Committee, GoI has also approved the project. o The bids were invited in April, 2007 and the work would be allotted by June, 2007. The target date for completion of this work is June, 2009. o The foundation stone has already been laid by Hon’ble PM on 20/12/2006.

To be Done – Bids to be invited by NHAI.

29.10 Construction Of Rural Roads In The Border Districts (PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Announcement – Construction of 500 km of Rural Roads in Border Districts.

Nodal Ministry/Department – o GoP - Dept of PWD o GoI – Min of Rural Development

Scope of Work- Construction/ up-gradation of important rural roads in the 4 border districts.

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Progress – Detailed proposal comprising upgradations of 123 No. roads with length 747.94 kms has been placed before the state level standing committee meeting to be held 3/7/07 headed by Chief Secretary, Punjab for considering the clearance of proposal.

To be Done – After the clearance Public Works Department of GoP to submit a proposal to Ministry of Rural Development, GoI.

29.11 Construction Of 8 New Rail Over Bridges (PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Announcement – Construction of 8 New Rail Over Bridges.

Nodal Ministry/Department – o GoP - Dept of PWD o GoI – Min of Railways Scope of Work- 8 new ROBs – ROB Bathinda (2), RUB Bathinda, ROB Lehragaga, ROB Malout, ROB Abohar, RUB Mansa & RUB Maur Mandi to be constructed.

Progress – o The work of 3 ROBs – 2 at Bathinda and 1 at Lehragaga & 1 RUB at Bathinda has been allotted and the work is under progress. o The executive committee of the PIDB in its meeting held on 7/5/2007 has given clearance for the construction of 4 ROBs at Mansa, Maur Mandi, Malout & Abohar at a cost of Rs 40 Cr. The work has been awarded o The construction work on these ROBs would be started with in a month and will be completed by the end of 31/12/2009. o RUB at Maur Mandi has not been included in the work list of Railways. Railways have been requested to include it in the work list.

To be Done – Railways to include RUB at Maur Mandi in in their annual work plan.

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29.12 Modernization Of Amritsar, Jalandhar And Ludhiana Railway Stations (PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Announcement –Modernization of Amritsar, Jalandhar and Ludhiana Railway Stations.

Nodal Ministry/Department – o GoP - Dept of PWD o GoI – Min of Railways

Scope of Work- Modernization of Amritsar, Jalandhar and Ludhiana Railway Stations.

Progress – o The work is at conceptual stage. o Railways to intimate latest status.

29.13 Establishment of a Logistics Park at Ladowal (Ludhiana) (PM Announcement ) (FM Budget)

Announcement – Establishment of a Logistics Park at Ladowal (Ludhiana).

Nodal Ministry/Department – o GoP - Dept of PWD o GoI – Min of Railways

Scope of Work- Establishment of Logistics Park at the termination point of Railway Freight Corridor.

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Progress –The alignment of the corridor is yet to be finalized. Only thereafter it can be decided whether to construct the Logistics Park at Ladowal or at Sahenwal/ Dhandarikalan.

To be Done – Railways to finalise the alignment.

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30. RURAL DEVELOPMENT & PANCHAYATS

30.1 Environmental Improvement of SC Basties/Villages with Stress on Sanitation RDO(S)-7

Scope of Work- o GOI sanctioned one time ACA of Rs 20.00 Cr for the environmental improvement of SC basties/villages with stress on sanitation during 2003-04. o Amount to be used for providing toilet unit free of cost to the scheduled castes. o An outlay of Rs 20 Cr has been provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08 with which about 31746 toilets will be constructed at a cost of Rs. 6300 per unit.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 20.00

Progress so far - Funds not released by FD upto 2006-07.

30.2 Construction of Toilets in the Villages- RDO(D)1

Scope of Work- o A scheme for the construction of individual toilets under the Rajiv Gandhi Pendu Jan Sehat Kalyan Yojana (RKY) was launched during 2004-05 and 42000 toilets were constructed by incurring an expenditure of Rs 20.00 Cr. o A new scheme CD 2.45 ‘Construction of Toilets in Rural Areas’ was started in the year 2005-06. Under this scheme toilets are being constructed for

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individual families at a cost of Rs 6300/- per unit by the Gram Panchayat. The beneficiary families in all the cases except BPL families would contribute Rs 1000/- in cash or kind towards the construction of one unit. o Survey work is almost complete and approximately 6,68,195 toilets were required to be constructed in 7712 villages at the cost of Rs. 420 crore. o An outlay of Rs 10 Cr has been provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08 for the construction of about 15873 toilets.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 10.00

Progress so far- o A sum of Rs 60 Cr released in 2005-06 with which about 82710 toilets were constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 52 Cr. Details at Annexure 30.2 A. o There was a target of constructing 190476 more toilets in 2006-07 for which Rs 120 Cr were released to the districts against which 92545 toilets have been constructed with an expenditure of Rs 58.31 Cr. Details at Annexure 30.2 B. o After completion of this work a total of 4.92 lakh toilets would remain to be constructed.

30.3 Allotment of 5 marla plots to SCs/STs

Scope of Work- State Government under its policy allots 5 marla plots to houseless SC/Bajigar families.

Progress so far- Progress about allotment of plots to SCs/Bazigars is as under

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Funds – (Rs Cr) Upto 31/3/2006 Upto 31/5/2007 SCs 7780 SCs 12780 Bajigars 1474 Bajigars 1931 Total: 9254 Total: 14711

30.4 BPL Survey and Issue of Yellow Cards for BPL Families – RDO (S) -2

Scope of Work - New BPL Survey to cover more people under welfare oriented schemes.

Progress so far- o The survey for identifying BPL families in rural areas was completed in September 2006 and a total of 3.24 lakh families have been identified. The process of printing of cards is on and the cards would be prepared by 31/8/2007. o The survey for BPL families in urban areas was completed in 2005 and a total of 1.79 lakh families have been identified. o The details of BPL families in nut shell is -

Category Date Survey Total No. of No. of BPL % age of BPL families families families Rural Sept 2006 26,59,497 3,24,632 12.20 % Urban Feb 2004 15,52,296 1,79,205 11.54 % Total After adoption of 42,11,793 5,03,837 11.96 % new survey for rural area

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30.5 Improvement/Cleaning of Village Ponds - RDO (D)-2

Scope of Work- o The village ponds will be renovated and repaired to channelise and divert the sullage water/rain water to the village ponds. o The sullage water would be treated through tested technologies such as contracted wetland, duckweed, etc. o This will result in clean village environment and the ponds could be utilized for irrigation purposes and also encourage the fisheries. o The estimated cost is Rs. 454 crore. The average cost works out to Rs. 2- 3 lakhs per acres.

Funds- o An outlay of Rs 10 Cr has been earmarked in the Annual Plan 2007-08. o Rs 80 Cr to be provided as loan by NABARD. o Under World Bank assisted Rural Water Supply and Sanitation project, there is a provision of cleaning of 1000 village ponds at an estimated cost of Rs 54.50 Cr.

Progress so far- o It is a new scheme of the 11th Five Year Plan/Annual Plan 2007-08. o Funds are yet to be released.

30.6 Transfer of 5752 Primary Schools to PRIs & Recruitment of 13034 Teachers by PRIs-Non Plan

Scope of Work- o Control of 5752 Primary Schools was transferred to PRIs during 2006- 07.

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o Against the sanctioned posts of 13034 teachers, 11465 teachers are posted at present. o The appointment of 1569 more teachers is under process and these posts would be filled up by 23/7/2007. o Funds for salary & other expenditure are being given to Zila Parishads by Finance Department. o New transfer policy has been finalized and transfers should be made by 15/7/2007. o Rs 11.50 Cr earmarked in Non-plan Budget of 2007-08. o Expenditure upto 31/3/2007- Rs 99.15 Cr. Details are at Annexure 30.6

30.7 Transfer of 1187 Rural Dispensaries to PRIs- Non Plan

Scope of Work- o 1187 Subsidiary Health Centres were transferred by the Health Department to the Panchayati Raj Institutions and appointments of Medical Service Providers in these dispensaries are made by the Zila Parishads. Earlier this figure was 1192 but 5 dispensaries were found located in urban areas and therefore only 1187 dispensaries have been transferred. o A package of Rs 30,000/- per month per Service Provider has been fixed and this includes salary for pharmacist, helper and water and electricity charges. o The vital and essential medicines & other supplies will be made available by the Department of Health and Family Welfare which will be further placed at the disposal of Gram Panchayats in which SHC(s) is/are located. o The contract between Zila Parishad and Service Provider will be for 3 years. o Funds for salary & other expenditure are being given to Zila Parishads by FD from Non-plan Budget. o Rs 47.15 Cr earmarked in Non-plan Budget of 2007-08.

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Progress so far- o 1112 Medical Service Providers have been put in place. Filling of balance 75 posts is under process. These posts would be filled up by 15/7/2007. Details are at Annexure 30.7 o An amount of Rs 48.65 Cr has been released from Non-plan budget by FD during 2006-07 for payment of contract amount to doctors o Expenditure upto 31/3/2007 - Rs 48.65 Cr.

30.8 Transfer of 582 Rural Veterinary Dispensaries to PRIs –Non Plan

Scope of Work- o As approved by CMM, 582 Veterinary Dispensaries were transferred to PRIs. These would be run by Veterinary Service Providers. o Due to non filling of the vacancies of 210 Veterinary Service Providers only 372 Veterinary Dispensaries have actually been transferred to PRIs. o A package of Rs 26,000/- PM per Service Provider has been fixed and this includes salary for pharmacist, helper and water and electricity charges. o The contract between Zila Parishad and Service Provider will be for 3 years o Funds for salary & other expenditures are being given to Zila Parishads by Finance Department. o Rs 10.00 Cr earmarked in Non-plan Budget of 2007-08.

Progress so far- o 372 Veterinary Service Providers have been recruited. The vacant posts are being filled up and the work would be completed by 25/8/2007. o Details are at Annexure 30.8. o Recruitment is hit by the non availability of Veterinary Doctors

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o Rs 8.50 Cr released for payment of salaries and other expenses during 2006-07. o Expenditure upto 31/3/2007- Rs 8.50 Cr.

30.9 Devolution of Resources to PRIs - Rs 65 Cr as per recommendations of TFC - RDO(S) - 4

Scope of Work- o The 12th Finance Commission has recommended grants of Rs 324 Cr for the period 2005-06 to 2009-10 @ Rs 64.80 Cr per year to supplement the resources of Panchayati Raj Institutions. o GOI funds should go directly to PRIs. o Funds to be used mainly for water supply and sanitation works in rural areas. o Funds not to be used for payment of salaries. o An outlay of Rs 64.80 Cr provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08.

Progress so far- o So far 3 instalments of Rs. 32.40 crore have been released for the year 2005-06 & 2006-07. o The request for release of 2nd installment for the year 2006-07 & Ist Installment of 2007-08 has already been made to GOI through State Finance Department.

30.10 Low Cost Sewer in 282 Villages – PIDB

Scope of Work- o Punjab Government is financing low cost sewerage systems in the villages of Punjab through PIDB.

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o It is proposed to construct septic tank in every house and lay sewer lines from the houses to the collecting tank in the selected villages. Collecting tank and STP will also be constructed. o The rough cost estimates are Rs 2500 per family. Initially work will be taken up in 282 villages i.e. 2 villages per block at an estimated cost of Rs 169.20 Cr. In the second phase work will be taken up in 1410 villages at an estimated cost of Rs 846 Cr. o Rs 5.00 Cr earmarked in the Annual Plan 2007-08 as contribution to VDF out of grant in aid recommended by the State Finance Commission for Panchayati Raj Institutions.

Progress so far- o The progress of work in 282 villages upto 30/6/2007 is as follows. (Status upto 30/6/2007) Name of the Villages Work Work In Funds Funds Department Allotted Started progress Released Utilized (Rs lac) (Rs lac) Department of Water 136 128 128 1897.22 1897.22 Supply and Sanitation Annexure 30.10 (A). Punjab State Council of 3 3 1 57.00 57.00 Science & Technology (Complete Annexure 30.10 (B). d-2) Department of Rural 143 71 67 1184.60 1184.60 Development and Panchayats Annexure 30.10 (C). Total: 282 202 196 3138.82 3138.82 Progress Summary details at Annexure 30.10.

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30.11 Total Rural Sanitation Campaign/Nirmal Gram Purskar Yojana (GOI:State: Beneficiary ) (60:20:20) - RDO-2

Scope of Work- o Funds are being provided by GOI for construction of individual household and community toilets. o As per decision taken in the meting held under Chairmanship of Chief Secretary, Punjab on 20.2.2006 this programmes has been transferred from the Department of Water Supply & Sanitation to the Department of Rural Development & Panchayats. o Total 16 projects were got approved from Government of India amounting to Rs 7780.73 lac by the DWS&S. o Out of the total cost of Rs 7080.73 lacs, GOI’s share is Rs.4261.89 lac, State Share is Rs 2018.28 lac and beneficiary share is Rs 1505.56 lac. o Government of India had released a sum of Rs 11.73 Cr for these projects to Member Secretary, District Water & Sanitation Mission. o State Government had released the State Share for the District Muktsar and Sangrur amounting to Rs 24.45 lac and Rs 24.66 lac respectively while the State share for the remaining 14 project is yet to be released. o Government of India had also released a sum of Rs 10.00 lac for start up activities of Ludhiana District. However, the project of Ludhina District is yet to be approved. o The component wise detail is as under:-

SN Components 1 Construction of Individual Latrine for BPL @ Rs 995/- each(30:30:40) 2 Institution (School) latrines @ Rs 20000/- (60:30:10) 3 Anganwari Toilets @ Rs 6700/- per unit (60:30:10) 4 Community Sanitary Complexes @ Rs 1.00 lac (60:20:20) 5 Alternate Delivery Mechanism up to 5% (maximum of Rs.35.00 lac per district) (80:20)- @ Rs 3.37 lac per PC cum RSM

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6 Start-up activities (GOI 100%) 7 Administrative charges upto 5% (80:20) 8 IEC @ 15% of the project cost (80:20) o Initially the cost of Individual Household Latrines under TSC was fixed to Rs 625/- & Rs 1000/- which has recently been enhanced to Rs 1500/-& Rs 2000/- on the basis of requests made by the States.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 GOI GOP Requirement GOI GOP during 2007-08 3.00 1.00

Progress so far o The TSC is not popular among the people of Punjab State as a similar project ‘Rajiv Gandhi Pendu Jan Sehat Kalyan Yojna (RGPJSKY) is under implementation, which is highly subsidized than Total Sanitation Campaign. There is a provision of twin pit latrine with superstructure under RGPJSKY, while under TSC there is no provision of superstructure. o 25130 Individual Household Latrines, 609 School Toilets and 53 Sanitary Complexes have been constructed so far with an expenditure of Rs 3.59 Cr under this programme.

30.12 Setting up Punjab Rural Business Hub Council (FM Budget Speech)

Scope of Work- o The Punjab State Rural Business Hubs Council has been constituted vide notification dated 16/3/2006.

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o The proposed RBHs will be in Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) to improve/refine the locally available resources and to produce goods for enabling larger market access. o The Rural Business Hubs will target the farmers and artisans working within the block areas and seek to enhance the value of their products with the active participation of the private sector. o The Headquarters of the Council shall be at Chandigarh. The Council shall meet at least twice a year to take the broad policy decisions with regard to the formation/working and appraisal of the Rural Business Hubs in the State.

Progress so far o First meeting of the Punjab State Rural Business Hubs Council was held on 12/5/06. The council has initiated the process of selection of key activities through its members

30.13 Single Village Water Supply Schemes transferred to the Village Panchayats o In the process of devolving more powers to the Panchayati Raj Institutions operation and maintenance of single village rural water supply schemes have been transferred to the Gram Panchayats. o Out of total No. of 876 single village rural water supply schemes, 774 schemes have been taken over by the Gram Panchayats. o 102 Gram Panchayats have refused to take over these schemes. o District wise details at Annexure 30.13.

30.14 Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Yojana o Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Yojana is the new scheme launched by GoI under which funds are provided for the construction of Multi Purpose Gram Panchayat Training and Meeting halls.

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o Each building will hold the office of Gram Panchayat, office of Sarpanch and Panchayat Secretary. o Provision of 3 no. Services Centres is also provided in the building so that Gram Panchayat would be able to generate its own sources for maintenance of this building by renting these Service Centers. o The cost of Multipurpose Gram Panchayat Training & Meeting Hall is Rs 23 lac and the total covered area of the building would be about 3947 Sq feet. o These halls will be built in those villages where such facilities are not available. Proposal has been sent to GoI .

30.15 National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme (90:10) - RDE(S)-1

Scope of Work- o To provide 100 days of work to rural unemployed. o District Hoshiarpur taken up in 2006-07. o Three more districts namely Amritsar, Nawanshehar and Jalandhar will be covered during 2007-08. o The scheme is being executed on 90:10 basis between GOI and GOP. o Since it is a demand driven scheme, the targets under this scheme are not specified. o All the districts of the State are to be covered within five years as per national policy.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 GOI GOP Requirement GOI GOP during 2007-08 270.00 30.00

Progress so far- o GOI share is released directly to DRDAs o An expenditure of Rs 25 Cr was incurred during 2006-07 in Hoshiarpur District. o Above 15.57 lac mandays of employment were generated. o A sum of Rs. 11.96 crore, Rs. 7.04 crore for Jalandhar, Rs. 3.49 crore for Nawanshehar has been released for the year 2007-08.

30.16 Other Centrally Sponsored Schemes of Rural Development o The state government receives funds to the extent of Rs 100 Cr per year under various Centrally Sponsored Schemes. o These schemes are being implemented through the District Rural Development Agencies. o SGRY - Under Sampoorna Grameen Rozgar Yojana, 75% assistance is provided by GOI for all rural poor who are in need of wage employment. o IAY - Indira Awaas Yojana aims at providing houses to the members of SCs and non-SCs free of cost in the rural areas. o SGSY - The objective of Swaran Jayanti Gram Swa-Rozgar Yojana is to bring the assisted poor families (Swa-rozgaris) above the poverty line in three years by providing them income-generating assets through a mix of bank credit and subsidy.

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o An outlay of Rs 86.50 Cr has been provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08 to meet the State share in respect of all the Centrally Sponsored Schemes relating to Rural Development.

Progress so far- o Financial Achievements- 2006-07 (Rs lac)

Balance Total Available Funds Name of the State share State Share funds including Expenditur SN received Scheme released yet to be receipt of e from GOI released previous year

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Swaran Jayanti CD 1103.27 Gram Swa-Rozgar 635.23 105.87 104.90 1167.30 1.11 (95%) Yojana

CD Sampooran Gramin 8401.81 3702.10 1234.03 1234.03 8847.35 2.41 Rozgar Yojana. (95%)

CD Indira Awaas 1932.32 1097.67 365.89 365.89 2035.24 2.29 Yojana (95%) o Physical achievements 2006-07

Achieve Achieve Name of the Targets Targets SN Unit ments ments Scheme 2006-07 2007-08 2006-07 2007-08 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Swaran Jayanti CD Bene. Not fixed Gram Swa-Rozgar 10532 7684 713 1.11 Assisted by GOI Yojana Sampooran CD Mandays Not fixed Gramin Rozgar 4419 0 0.86 2.41 (in lac) by GOI Yojana. CD Indira Awaas Dwelling 11780 8250 19632 909 2.29 Yojana Units

Progress so far- o Funds are released by Govt. of India directly to DRDAs.

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o The State Government has received the entire money in respect of National Rural Employment Guranttee Scheme & Swaran jayanti Gram Swarozgar Yojana (SGSY). o Funds for Sampoorna Grameen Rozgar Yojana (SGRY) & Indira Awaas Yojana (IAY) have not been received in respect of the 2nd installment. o The proposals are being submitted to access the entire amount from the Union Government. o State share is being released.

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31. SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

31.1 Establishment of a Biotechnology Park in Punjab - FM Budget Speech

Scope of Work - To develop the Biotechnology Park in Punjab by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India, comprising innovation Business Centre Utilities/biotech industry in the State.

Progress so far - o DBT has appointed M/s Ernst & Young as consultants for feasibility study and preparation of business plan for development of the park in hestate. M/s Ernst & Young has submitted the final feasibility report to DBT, GOI. The report is to be discussed in detail in the meeting to be held in DBT, GOI in near future. o The land measuring 381.38 acres has been acquired for Knowledge City, Sector 81, Mohali at a cost of Rs. 272.00 Cr for setting up of Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), National Agri-Food Bio- Technology Institute (NABI), Bio-tech Park and other institutions. The possession of the land has been taken. o Land measuring 80 acres has been earmarked for Bio-Tech Park in the Knowledge City, Sector 81, Mohali as explained in Item 31.3 below.

To be Done – o Meeting to be fixed by DBT, GOI to discuss feasibility report by M/s Ernst & Young.

Target date - 31/3/2008

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31.2 Establishment of a Biotechnology incubator in Punjab (66:34) /SR-3

Scope of Work- To develop the Biotechnology incubator in Punjab comprising Testing & Certification facility for agri-produce and products and to cater to farmers and biotech industry in Punjab.

Progress so far – o Total cost of the Biotechnology incubator sanctioned by DBT, GOI is Rs.10.97 Cr wherein Government of Punjab is to contribute Rs.3.52 Cr. Government of India has already released Rs.3.87 Cr and GOP has released Rs.2.15 Cr up to March, 2007. The expenditure as on 31/3/07 is Rs.5.94 Cr (GOI = Rs 3.79 Cr + GOP Rs= 2.15 Cr ). o Provision of Rs 2.21 Cr (GOI= Rs 1.46 Cr + GOP= Rs 0.75 Cr) has been made during 2007-08. o Land measuring 15 acre has been earmarked for Bio-processing unit including bio-technology incubator in the Knowledge City, Sector 81, Mohali where land measuring 381.38 acres has been acquired. o The facility for Quality testing and certification of Agri produce/products including processed food has been setup at SCO 8 (Top Floor), PHASE-V, SAS, Nagar, (Mohali) in a rented premises and would be shifted in Sector 81, Mohali, after the Biotechnology Park is ready. These facilities would be commissioned for the users from Ist May, 2007.

Target date- 31/3/2008.

31.3 Establishment of National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute- FM Budget Speech

Scope of Work- The cost of project is likely to be Rs. 380 Cr. GOI is to setup and run the NABI. State government share would be in the form of land. Land

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requirement is - about 130 acres including land for Bio-Tech Park. The focus of the institute would be on post harvest processing using biotechnological innovations.

Progress o Pursuant to the PMs Announcements, DBT, GoI constituted a Joint Working Group to prepare the project proposal for setting up of NABI in Punjab with a focus on agriculture and agro/food processing for value addition using bio-technological innovations. o The State Government has decided to locate (1) National Agri-food Bio- Technology Institute, Bio-processing Unit and Bio-Tech Park, (2) Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, (3) National Institute of Nano Technology & (4) Premier Management Institute in Knowledge City in Sector 81, Mohali. (Knowledge City) o The Planning Commission has set up a High-powered Coordination Committee to coordinate and synergize the establishment of national institutes in Knowledge City. o Land measuring 381 acres has been acquired at a cost of Rs. 274.35 crore. The possession of the land has been taken. The High-Powered Coordination Committee of the Planning Commission in its meeting held on 16/1/2007 decided upon the apportionment of land among the four institutes as follows- (i) IISER 125 acres (ii) NINT 35 acres (iii) NABI 35 acres Bio-Processing Unit 15 acre Bio-Technology Park 80 acres (iv) Premier Management Institute 40 acres Total 330 acres Reserved for Commercial Use 15 acre

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o The Member-Secretary, Planning Commission took the meeting of the Coordination Committee attended by the concerned Ministries / Departments and Chief Secretary, Punjab on 3/4/2007 in New Delhi. It was decided - (a) The proposal to set up National Agri Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI), Bio-Processing Unit (BPU) & Biotech Park was approved in principle. (b) Similarly, proposal to establish National Institute of Nanotechnology (NINT) has been approved in principle. (c) The NINT will be located adjacent to the IISER campus but would be fully autonomous. It will not be a part of IISER but there would be a degree of synergy between the institutes. (d) The issue of establishing a Coordination Mechanism for the Knowledge City was briefly discussed and based on a consensus, it was agreed to constitute an Interim Core Cluster Group which would be chaired by Secretary, DBT. (e) This Interim Core Cluster Group would be de-linked from the Planning Commission once the institutions are established, the respective Governing Bodies constituted and Institute Directors appointed. (f) The Interim nature of this group would then stand changed, both in terms of its composition and its independent functioning. The Director of the concerned Institutions would become the Members instead of the Ministry officials and all act as Chairmen by rotation. (g) Dr. Satyamurthy from IIT, Kanpur has appointed as Director of IISER. He has visited Chandigarh on 13/6/2007 and is making arrangements with the help of Department of Higher Education, Punjab to hold IISER’S first academic session from July, 2007 in MGSIPA, premises in Sector 26, Chandigarh. (h) The following time frame was decided for pursuing the establishment of these institutes- o Submission of DPRs by 20th April, 2007.

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o Clearance by Expenditure Finance Committee (EFC) by 30th April, 2007. o Submission of projects for approval of the Cabinet by 15th of May, 2007. (These three activities have been delayed and will take some more time)

31.4 National Institute of Nanotechnology in Punjab- FM Budget Speech

Scope of Work- Setting up a National Institute of Nanotechnology (NINT) in the Knowledge City at Mohali.

Progress so far- o CM, Punjab requested the Prime Minister of India in November, 2005 to establish National Institute of Nanotechnology in Punjab in view of idea mooted by Sh. Kapil Sibal, Minister of State for Science & Technology, GOI in an Indo-Canadian Meet in September 2005. o The Department of Science & Technology (DST), GOI has in principle agreed to set up National Institute of Nanotechnology as a part of Indian Institute of Science Education & Research in Knowledge City, Mohali . o The NINT will be located adjacent to the IISER campus but would be fully autonomous. It will not be a part of IISER but there would be a degree of synergy between the institutes. o Total cost is likely to be Rs.150 Crore. DST, GOI has submitted the proposal for setting up of the Institute to Planning Commission. o The Planning Commission has set up a High Powered Coordination Committee to coordinate and synergize the establishment of national institutes in Knowledge City. The last meeting of this committee was held on April 3, 2007 under the chairmanship of Member Secretary, Planning Commission. The decisions taken in the meeting have been mentioned in Item No. 25.3 above.

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o Land measuring 35 acre has been earmarked for setting up of National Institute of Nanotechnology (NINT) in the Knowledge City, Sector 81, Mohali as explained in Item 25.3 above.

31.5 Environmental clearances for Mega Project Scope of Work- To grant environmental clearance to the colonizers for housing projects

Progress so far- o Government of India vide its notification dated 7/7/2004 made it mandatory that all projects having investments of more than Rs. 50.00 Crore would require environmental clearance from the Ministry of Environment and Forest (MOEF), Government of India. Mega projects of State Government i.e. projects having investment of more than Rs.100.00 Crore especially housing projects sanctioned by State Government were covered under this notification. o Government of India vide its notification No. SO/1533 dated 14/9/06 has now delegated the powers to the State Government (Committee) to grant environmental clearance for housing projects. o State Government recommended the constitution of State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) and sent it to GOI in December 2006 for notification. GOI is yet to notify the SEIAA. o Till SEIAA is notified, MOEF, GOI will continue to grant environmental clearance to the Mega Projects.

31.6 Cleaning of Budha Nallah- FM Budget Speech ( EE – 4 ) o Scope of work- The scope of work includes cleaning of Budha Nallah of total length covering 46 km involving various departments like Department of Rural Development & Panchayats, Punjab Water Supply & Sewerage Board, Punjab Pollution Control Board, Irrigation (Drainage), Department of Soil & Water Conservation , Municipal Corporation of Ludhiana, District

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Administration of Ludhiana, Department of Local Government, Punjab Energy Development Agency, Department of Industries & Commerce.

Directions of Hon’ble Punjab and Haryana High Court- o To notify the master plan of Ludhiana by 29/02/2008. o Till the master plan is formulated and comes into force, the new industries and expansion of existing industries should be kept on hold. o PPCB to take appropriate steps on treatment of effluents by the textile/dyeing units & electroplating units and to ensure that ultimately no effluents are being discharged into Budha Nallah even after treatment. o All small electroplating industries must commence transporting their effluents to Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) in Focal Point VIII by 31.5.2007. Similarly, all textile dyeing units discharging into Budha Nallah must either re- circulate their effluents or stop discharging the effluents into Budha Nallah by 31.05.2007. o PPCB should strengthen its scientific staff to monitor the industry in Ludhiana to ensure 100% compliance with the standards prescribed by the Board. o Ban discharge of treated or untreated sewage into Budha Nallah. The entire treated effluents shall be used for irrigation. Storage arrangements to be made for no demand period during rainy season. o Punjab Water Supply and Sewerage Board to prepare a plan for tertiary treatmentand recirculation of treated sewage by 10/07/07. o Municipal Corporation to ban dumping of solid waste of any type in Budha Nallah. Impose section 144 along the length of Budha Nallah within the city, if need be, to ensure total compliance. o Municipal Corporation to outsource the handling of solid waste management on the latest international standards by 28.05.07. o Drainage Department to immediately undertake the demarcation of the Municipal Corporation and Police Authorities.

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o Municipal Corporation, District Administration and Department of Irrigation to fix the time limit with regard to the removal of encroachments and as well as rehabilitation of slums. o Department of Drainage to remove solid waste dumped along Budha Nallah by 24.05.07 and shift to the designated land fill sites of the Municipal Corporation. o Municipal Corporation to arrange 15 acres of land required for setting up of bio-gas plants to generate 9 MW power from cow dung produced in dairies of Ludhiana. o Convert the whole Budha Nallah into the green belt acting as a bio-fence to filter out chemicals in the non-point run off from the city into Budha Nallah. Funds- (Rs Cr) Year Outlay ReleasedUtilized Remarks 2006-07 - 1.00 1.00 Funds provided out of State level Punjab Nirman Programme. 2007-08 10.00 - - -

Progress so far- o P. Ram Committee has been constituted to monitor the progress regarding cleaning of Budha Nallah. o STP at Bhattian (111 MLD) has been commissioned. The treated sewage is being discharged into river Satluj. o STP at Jamalpur is likely to be commissioned by 30/09/07. The first module of STP at Balloke is to be commissioned by 30/09/07 and second module by 31/12/07. o The Department of Soil and Water Conservation has completed the survey of 30,000 acres of catchment area along Budha Nallah for the utilization of treated sewage for irrigation. The Department will prepare the detailed project report by 30/06/07.

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o The Punjab Water Supply Sewerage Board is interacting with various consultants to provide tertiary treatment to the treated sewage for its re- circulation. o The District Administration along with Department of Irrigation has completed the demarcation of Budha Nallah land within city area. The encroachments have also been identified. o A 3 km stretch of Budha Nallah both upstream and down stream of village Kum Kalan has been got cleared through community participation. o The CETP for electroplating industries in Phase VIII, Focal Point, Ludhiana has been commissioned. o The de-silting of Budha Nallah stretch within city limit is in progress and is to likely to be completed by 31/07/07.

31.7 Restoration of Ecology of Kali Bein –FM Budget Speech (EE – 5)

Scope of work- The scope of work includes restoration of ecology of Holy Bein involving various departments. The following activities are required to be undertaken under this project - o Laying Sewerage System and construction of ponds in 24 villages of Kapurthala & 14 villages in Hoshiarpur districts as well as acquisition of land in 8 villages in Kapurthala & 12 villages in Hoshiarpur for ponds. o Laying of sewer to ensure collection of entire sewage of Kapurthala. o Utilization of treated wastewater for irrigation o Laying of pipelines for diversion of sullage/sewage. o Construction of channel to divert 500 cusecs of water from Mukerian Hydel into Holy Bein. o Designing of lakes to develop tourism. o Setting up Mini Hydel Power Plants along Holy Bein. o Development of nurseries at every 10 km along Bein. o Biofencing on both sides of Holy Bein.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Year Outlay Released Utilized Remarks

2006-07 - 5.00 3.20 Funds provided out of State level Punjab Nirman Programme. 2007-08 2.00 - - -

Progress so far- o Shri P. Ram, IAS, Principal Secretary, Department of Technical Education & Industrial Training, Punjab has been appointed as ‘Project Coordinator’ for the implementation of the project. o The Project Coordinator had submitted a proposal for the restoration of Ecology of Kali Bein at a cost Rs 74.50 Cr. The detail is as under :

SN Name of Activity (Rs Cr)

1. Stoppage of Wastewaters into Kali Bein

i. Sullage water from 38 villages in 13.50 Kapurthala/Hoshiarpur districts.

ii. Urban sewage/sullage from the towns of 35.00 , Bhulath, Dasuya, Tanda, and Kapurthala. iii. Industrial effluents 1.00

2. Release of additional water (500 cusecs) into 1.00 Bein from Mukerian Hydel Channel

3. Remodelling of Holy Bein including widening, 6.50 deepening of entire 160 km reach and appurtenant works.

4. Biofencing by planting trees, shrubs along 30m 2.00 width (wherever possible) on both sides of Holy Bein.

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5. Development of catchments area (Horticulture, 15.50 Medicinal Plants, Soil conservation) in 1 km width on both sides of Holy Bein. Total 74.50

o Rs 3.20 Cr released to the different departments ( Irrigation =Rs 2.13 Cr, Soil and Water Conservation= Rs 1.00 Cr, PWSSB = Rs 7.5 lac and Rural Development and Panchayats = Rs 0.60 lac. o Physical achievements - (a) Diversion of sullage –Construction of ponds and laying of conveyance pipelines: In district Kapurthala, the work in 16 out of 24 villages has been completed. In Hoshiarpur, out of 14 villages ,the work of digging of pond has been taken up in 11 villages and is likely to be completed shortly. (b) Laying of sewer in Kapurthala- the work of laying sewer on Chuharwal road, Ajit Nagar, Kapurthala and Hamira road, New Ajit Nagar, Kapurthala is near completion. The work in respect of construction of community project of underground pipe line village Bhago Arain, Shahwalla Andrisa and Sherpur Sadha, Tehsil- Sultanpur, district Kapurthala is near completion. (c) Drainage works- The Department of Drainage has completed the works of cleaning of West Bein near village Nadali, District Kapurthala and desiliting of Holly Bein at the tail from village Jand shahwala to Ahll in District Kapurthala is under progress. (d) Demarcation of land- Ek Onkar Cheritable Trust has completed the fixing of 241 boundary pillars. (e) Water Supply and Sanitation- The DWSS is undertaking the work of providing piped water supply in 8 villages.

Target Date- By the year 2009.

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31.8 Setting up of Science City at Jalandhar-Kapurthala Road (70:30)- Budget Speech (SR – 1)

Scope of work- In order to inculcate scientific temper amongst students and general public, the Pushpa Gujral Science City (PGSC) has been set up on 72 acres of land on Jalandhar –Kapurthala road. The biggest project of its kind in India, it is intended to fire the imagination and creativity, foster the sprit of inquiry and exploration, especially in the young minds. The establishment of the Science City is expected to enhance the growth potential and spur the entrepreneurial spirit in the people of the region.

Funds- The total cost of the Science City Project is Rs 100.00 Cr. It is joint project of the Government of India and Government of Punjab. Government of India is contributing Rs 70.00 Cr for capital expenses (buildings and exhibits) whereas Punjab Government will provide Rs 30.00 Cr in terms of land and infrastructure facilities. An amount of Rs 84.87 Cr has already been received for the project so far.

The detail is as under :- ( Rs lac) Fund Released/Utilized Year GOI State Total Cumulative Total 9th Plan (1997-02) 2300.00 1240.73 3540.73 3540.73 10th Plan(2002-07) 3951.00 995.00 4946.00 8486.73 Annual Plan 1050.00 450.00 1500.00 9986.73 2007-08- Outlay Total: 7301.00 2685.739986.73

Progress so far- o The Science City Project is to be completed in two phases. o First Phase completed in Jan, 2005. It includes Science Voyage Building,Gate Complex Building, Entrance Plaza, Central Plaza, Utility Building and Water Body (artificial lake)

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o Science City was inaugurated on March, 19, 2005 by his Excellency, Lt. General (Retd), SF Rodrigues, Governor of Punjab. o Science City was opened to the public on March, 20, 2005. o Science City has received overwhelming response from the public of the region. More than 6.75 lac visitors have visited the Science City so far.

To be done-

The following works under the second phase are to be completed -

o Cyber Space and Virtual Reality, o The Amazing Living Machine (Gallery on Health, Bio- technology and HIV/ AIDS) o Fun Science Gallery. o Science of Sports. o Evaluation Gallery. o Gallery on Environment and Ecology.

Target Date-31/3/2009

31.9 Popularization of Science (50:50)-FM’s Budget Speech (SR – 2)

Scope of work- To popularize the Science amongst students, teachers and general public through organizations, workshops, congresses, exhibitions, training programmes etc.

To be done (2007-08) o An amount of Rs 40.00 lac (GOI = Rs 20.00 lac and GOP= Rs 20.00 lac) provided. o Organization of Children’s Science Congress -2007. o National Science Day-2007. o National Technology Day-2007.

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o Incentives for young Scientist for travel assistance ( @ Rs 10,000/- per student), Project programme (@ Rs 5,000/- per student), Fellowship ( @ Rs 5500/- per month + TA for 6 monts per student). o Publication of Science Magazine “Nirantar Soach”. o Demonstration of New Scientific Technology (Bio-gas from water hyacinth- 10 units, rain water harvesting – 10 units in 10 schools, school environment audit programme and survey of five districts to identify traditional agricultural crops, eco-types, varieties etc).

31.10 Energy recovery from Urban Municipal Industrial Waste (20:80) (CS:SS) (NC – 5)

Scope of work- Utilization of Urban Municipal Industrial waste, dairy waste (cattle dung) etc for Bio-gas production and power generation. PEDA has already set up a 1MW capacity Biomethanation based Power Generation Plant at Haibowal Dairy complex, Ludhiana with an cost of Rs 1366.00 lac (50% UNDP/ GEF funding). During 11th Plan, it is proposed to enhance the capacity of Biomethanation power generation project at Haibowal Dairy Complex, Ludhiana from 1 MW to 3 MW and 1 MW similar project at Amritsar. With setting up of these project, the entire cattle dung generated in Haibowal and Tajpur Dairy Complex will be utilized for power generation.

Project cost/ Funds- o The total cost of this project:-

i. Estimated Cost - Rs. 34.00 crore ii. GOP share= Rs 20.00 crore iii. GOI share = Rs. 9.00 crore iv. PEDA share= Rs 5.00 crore o Outlay during 2007-08 =Rs 1.00 Cr.

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Progress so far- o Municipal Corporation, Ludhiana agreed to provide 2.5 acre of land in Haibowal Dairy Complex for which lease agreement is being signed between Municipal Corporation, Ludhiana and PEDA. o The pre -feasibility project report has been submitted to MNRE, GOI for providing funds for this project. o Planning Department has advised the Administrative Department to explore the possibility to take up the project to be set up at Haibowal under Public Private Partnership (PPP) mode.

To be done- o Approval from MNRE, GOI. o Possession of land from MC, Ludhiana. o Decision regarding Public Private Partnership.

Target date- 31/03/2010.

31.11 Mini/ Micro Hydel project (70:20:10) (JBIC:CS:SS)-FM Budget Speech (NC – 2)

Scope of work- To harness the available hydro potential for enhancing the power generation in the State. It is proposed to set up 90MW capacity Mini Hydel Plan on Bhakhra Main Line (35 MW) and Shahpur Kandi Extension Channel (55 MW) with JBIC loan during the 11th Five Year Plan.

Project cost/ Funds- o The project cost is as under:- i) Estimated Cost - Rs 422.00 crore ii) MNES, GOI grant – Rs 85.00 crore iii) GOP share= Rs 42.00 crore iv) JBIC Loan = Rs 295.00 crore o Outlay during 2007-08 = Rs 1.00 lac (token provision)

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Progress so far- o 22 Mini Hydel Projects with installed capacity 2 MW including 14 projects in the private sector have been completed. o 41 such more projects with cumulative installed 27 MW capacity are under various stages of implementation and these are scheduled for completion by December, 2008. o JBIC mission has already conducted survey and visited operational projects and the proposed sites. o Regarding construction of Mini Mydel Project on Bhakhra Main Line (BML), it is indicated that BML is inter state canal controlled by Bhakhra Beas Management Board (BBMB). Clearance from BBMB is essential before the commencement of work. However, the clearance from the BBMB is still awaited. Hon’ble Chief Minister, Punjab has already written to the Hon’ble Union Minister for Power, GOI for the early clearance of BBMB.

To be done- o The detailed project report to be submitted to JBIC for their approval. o Clearance from BBMB.

Target Date - Period March - 2010 to March - 2012.

31.12 Power generation from Agro waste (90:10) (JBIC:SS) FM Budget Speech (NC -1)

Scope of work- In the area of Biomass power Generation, the state has a potential of harnessing 1500 MW of power from the surplus agro- residue/biomass generated per annum. So far, PEDA has facilitated (a) setting up of a 6 MW Biomass power plant set up in private sector in the state, which are operating since April, 2005. (b) 9 more projects have been allocated in the private sector on Built Own Operate basis of a total capacity of 112 MW which are under various stages of start-up. (c) Biomass power Projects of capacity

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252 MW are under allocation in the state to private developers. (d) Under Co- generation based on Biomass/Bagasse, projects of total capacity 32 MW have been commissioned in private sector and another 110 MW are in various stages of commissioning in the industries in the state, which are being facilitated and supported by PEDA. PEDA has prepared a proposal to set up 10 projects to generate 100 MW from bio-mass with the assistance from JBIC. Out of this, 7 project are co- generation projects of 73 MW to be set up in the Cooperative Sugar Mills of the state.

Project cost/ Funds- o The project cost is as under:- Estimated Cost - Rs 450.00 crore GOP share= Rs 45.00 crore JBIC Loan = Rs. 405.00 crore o Outlay during 2007-08 = Rs 1.00 lac (token provision)

Progress so far- o Sugarfed has already agreed in principal for setting up of these cogeneration projects by PEDA, for which they shall provide the land and baggasse. o PEDA shall sign the agreements for sale of power and steam with Sugarfed and PPA for sale of surplus power with PSEB at Rs 3.49/ Kwh with 3% annual escalation.

To be done- The detailed project report to be submitted to JBIC for their approval. Environment impact assessment.

Target date- 31/3/2012

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32. SOCIAL SECURITY DEVELOPMENT OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN

32.1 Nutrition and opening of 2691 New Anganwadi Centres (50:50) - NT(D)1

Scope of Work- o Opening of 2691 New Anganwadi centres for providing supplementary nutrition to the children below 6 years of age and to nursing and expecting mothers from low income group families. This would be in addition to 14730 Anganwadi centres already operational in Punjab. o Target – to cover 16,56,000 beneficiaries (12,80,000 children + 3,76,000 expecting mothers) in 2007-08.

Funds - (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 55.66 - - -

Progress so far- o The annual liabilities Rs. 55.66 crore. The norm is Rs. 2.25 per child and Rs. 2.50 per mother per day for 300 days in a year. For severly malnourished children, the norm is Rs. 3 per child. The number of beneficiary is about 11.53 lac in March, 2007. o Cabinet has approved opening up of 2691 Anganwadi centres and new 6 ICDS blocks. 2266 Anganwadi Centres have been operationalised. The remaining 425 new AWCs are to be opened in the year 2007-08. o Staff (6 CDPO + 6 senior assistants + 6 clerks + 6 peons + 2691 helpers) have been sanctioned by the Government vide memo dated 31/8/2006

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32.2 Payment of Monthly pension @ Rs. 250 per month for Old Age and other pensions (Distt Plan) - SW(D) 3/SW 13.1

Scope of Work- o To provide social security to senior citizens, disabled persons, dependent orphan children, widows and destitute women @ Rs. 250/- per month. o Annual Target -16,10,000 beneficiaries and financial requirement – Rs. 426.12 crore. Funds- (Rs.Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during by FD 2007-08 407.59 72.66 72.04 -

Progress so far- o The pension has been enhanced from Rs. 200/- to Rs. 250/- per beneficiary wef 1/4/2006 and payment is being made regularly every month. o During 2006-07 expenditure incurred for all pension schemes is Rs. 366.32 crore and 1427962 beneficiaries have been paid pensions upto 31/3/2007. o Details of financial and physical progress of pension schemes for the year 2007-08 is at Annexure 32.2(A), 32.2(B), 32.2( C) 32.2( D)` and 32.2(E). The details of pensioners are – ƒ Old Age – 11,15,927 ƒ Dependent Children – 75,819 ƒ Disabled Persons – 96,967 ƒ Widows – 1,89,602 Total - 14,78,315 o Total Annual Liability – Rs. 426.12 crore o Status report of pending APRs and pending/accepted/rejected applications for the month of 30/4/2007 is at Annexure 32.2 (F) and 32.2(G)

Target date- 31/3/2008

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32.3 Effective implementation of Kanya Jagriti Jyoti Scheme - SWCW(S) 1/SW 3.5

Scope of Work- o To uplift the social status of girls and to reduce the school drop out rate, girls born on or after 26/1/1996 in the BPL families are covered under this scheme. This is applicable to families who have adopted 2 children norm. o The State Government invests Rs. 5000 for each beneficiary under this scheme with LIC. At the age of 6 years, the child starts getting scholarship of Rs. 1200/- pa upto the age of 12 years after which the scholarship is increased to Rs 2400/- p.a. upto the age of 18-21 years. o Annual target - 8000 beneficiaries and financial requirement Rs. 4.00 crore.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 4.00 - - -

Progress so far- o During 2006-07 expenditure incurred is Rs 2.00 crore and 4000 beneficiaries have been covered.

32.4 Setting up of Spinal Injuries Centre at Mohali - SWD(S) 2/SW 1.4(b) o To set up Spinal Injuries Centre at sector 70, SAS Nagar Mohali so as to provide specialized treatement and rehabilitation to the persons suffering from spinal – cord deseases.

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o GOI, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, New Delhi has sanctioned the project and agreed to provide Rs.350.49 lac for this centre. GOI has released Rs.329.00 lac for this centre upto 2006-07. PSIEC is executing this project. o 5 acre plot allotted by PUDA at lease @ Rs.1.45 lac per annum. o State Government released Rs.300.00 lac for the construction of this centre during 2003-04 out of social security cess. o Rs.7.25 lac has been paid to PUDA as lease money from 2000-01 to 2005-06 @ Rs.1.45 lac per year from 2001-02 to 2006-07. o Ist and ground floor have been constructed and an expenditure of Rs. 5.40 crore has been incurred.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 1.00 - - -

32.5 Implementation of Swawlamban Scheme-Vocational Training Programme for women (One time ACA 2007-08- Rs. 1 crore) - SWW(S) 3

Scope of Work- o To improve the lives of poor, needy, deserving women between the age groupof 15 to 35 year by imparting training to them in traditional and non- traditional treades viz electronics, watch assembly, basic and advanced computer training, garment making, secretariat practice, embroidery etc. and to ensure their self-employment/employment in these areas. o Scheme is implemented by Punjab State Social Welfare Board through accredited technical institutions such as APTECH, NIIT and other voluntary organizations registered under Societies Registration Act, 1860.

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o Stipend @ Rs.250/- p.m. per beneficiary is provided and cost of ceiling of each trade is Rs.8,000/- per beneficiary.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 1.00 - - -

32.6 Swayam Sidha Scheme (100% CSS) CS-2

Scope of Work- o To establish women’s self help groups (SHGS), creation of confidence and awareness among members of SHGs regarding women’s status, health, nutrition, education, legel rights, economic upliftment and other social, economic and political issues. o 1936 self help groups of women have been formed out of which 1176 groups are doing inter-loaning and 546 groups are doing income generating activities like soap making, stitching, embroidery, weaving dari, khes etc.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 1.00 - - -

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33. SPORTS AND YOUTH SERVICES

33.1 Sports Complex/Academy, Mohali (New)(PIDB)

Scope of Work – o Construction of Sports, Complex/Academy on 20 acre land in Mohali (Sector 63). o The estimated cost is Rs 27.00 cr. o Additional funds to the tune of Rs 50.00 cr are required for its construction.

Progress so far- o The matter would be referred to PIDB for suggesting revenue model for the construction of the Sports Complex. o The total amount spent by PUDA – Rs 9.54 Cr (Rs 2.65 Cr. released by Sports Department on 31-3-1995 & Rs 6.89 Cr. spent by PUDA from its own resources) for the construction of boundary wall, channelizing of seasonal rivulet, construction of gates, parking and sewerage etc.

To be Done- o PIDB to initiate the project in PPF mode. o AD to get the project report prepared in three months from the PIDB. o It was decided at the level of C.M in a meeting dated 7/12/06 for preparation of project report by PIDB. It is awaited from PIDB.

33.2 Sports Infrastructure facilities at Jalandhar (ACA 2005-06) (SS - 1)

Scope of Work – Construction/renovation of the hostel/residentical building of Sport Complex at Jalandhar.

Funds-

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(Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 - 2.00 - -

Progress so far – An outlay of Rs 2.00 Cr has been provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08 for release of ACA of 2005-06.

33.3 Centre for Training and employment of Punjab Youth (C - PYTE) (YS 1)

Scope of Work – To open 8 new C-PYTE centres at the district headquarters.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Project cost Outlay Released Utilised Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 - 8.00 0.90 -

Progress so far – o During 2006-07, 7607 rural youth were trained out of which 4503 youth absored in the Army/Para Military Forces/Govt, Public and Private Sectors. o Rs 303.75 lacs were spent during 2006-07.

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34. EXCISE & TAXATION

34.2 Lump-sum VAT on brick-kilns

Scope of work- o Lump sum VAT to be introduced for brick-kilns.

Progress so far- o There is no provision of lump-sum tax under VAT Act. o A proposal to levy lumpsum VAT on brick kiln has already been sent to Government, which is under consideration of the Government.

34.2 Computerisation of Excise & Taxation Department ET 1

Scope of work- o To establish web enabled Information Technology based computerization project for the Department of Excise & Taxation in three phases.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilized 1.00

Progress so far- o The Excise & Taxation Department has undertaken Computerization of VAT Information System (COVIS). This is being done by Excise & Taxation Technical Services Agency (ETTSA), a registered society. o The total cost of the project is Rs 51.31 Cr. A sum of Rs 38.63 Cr. has been spent on this project upto 31/3/2007, out of which Rs 29.60 Cr. has been released by the State Government. The COVIS scheme is divided into three components i.e. System Integration, Software development and I.T. audit. Two

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phases of the project have already been completed. Besides 36 Information Collection Centres set up in 1999 have been computerized.

Target date- 31/3/2007.

34.3 Tax Collections

Scope of Work- (Rs Cr) SN Name of the Act 2006-07 2007-08 Achievement Targets 1 Excise 1363.37 1726.00 2 VAT & CST 5136.09 5570.10 3 Others 5.32 7.50 Total 6504.78 7303.60

Progress so far-

o The collection under various acts administered by the Excise & Taxation Department is as under- (Rs Cr) 2006-07 2007-08 SN Name Collectio Collectio Collectio Collectio Collection Collection of the n upto n for May n upto n upto for May upto May Act April May April 1 VAT 481.43 425.76 907.19 502.15 447.82 949.97 2 CST 38.88 23.24 62.12 45.91 22.46 68.37 3 Excise 161.23 148.99 310.22 167.63 294.44 462.07 4 Others 0.44 0.50 0.94 0.37 0.54 0.91 Grand 681.98 598.49 1280.47 716.06 765.26 1481.32 Total

Target date- 31/3/2007.

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35. TECHNICAL EDUCATION AND INDUSTRIAL TRAINING

35.1 Optimal utilization of 18 Government Polytechnics for opening of new colleges/courses (TE-5)

Scope of Work- o To utilize the huge infrastructure in terms of land, building, machinery and equipment of all Polytechnic Colleges in the State of Punjab to the optimum capacity, multi-type of courses and educational facilities will be provided under one roof. o The courses to be offered in the campus will include school level education upto 10+2 (Science Group), Pharmacy, Architecture courses alongwith engineering and vocational courses. o These campuses will be assigned cluster of villages around them for their complete requirements and manpower development. o The cost will be Rs 27.00 Cr per institute spread over a period of five years i.e. 2007-12. o During 2007-08, 4 Government Polytechnic Colleges will be promoted by introducing 10+2 Science School & degree in engineering at a total cost of Rs 22.00 Cr as per details below-

Name of the Institute Heads of Expenditure Salary M&E Civil O.C Total works Govt. Polytechnic College, 100.00 300.00 100.00 50.00 550.00 Amritsar Govt. Polytechnic College, 100.00 300.00 100.00 50.00 550.00 Batala Govt. Polytechnic College, 150.00 300.00 100.00 50.00 600.00 Hoshiarpur Govt. Polytechnic College, 100.00 300.00 50.00 50.00 500.00 Kunni Majra District. Mohali G.Total: 450.00 1200.00350.00 200.00 2200.00

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o To be implemented in remaining 14 Govt. Polytechnic Colleges in a phased manner during 11th Five Year Plan.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 22.00 (One time ACA)

Progress so far – o It is a new scheme of the 11th Five Year Plan/Annual Plan 2007-08. o Funds are yet to be released.

35.2 Creation of Infrastructural Facilities for running Diploma Courses for Food processing (75:25) (TE-1 )

Scope of work – o To enable the industry in Punjab State to compete in the international market. o In the first phase three years diploma course in Food Processing will be introduced in 10 Government Polytechnics in the State. The 10 Government Polytechnics are- Government Polytechnic College Amritsar, Batala, Bathinda, Hoshiarpur, Khunimajra, Bhikhiwind and Govt. Polytechnic College for Girls, Jalandhar, Patiala, Ludhiana and Ropar. o The scheme to be executed on 75:25 basis between Government of India and Government of Punjab. o Approval of All India Council of Technical Education for the academic year 2007-08 has been obtained. o In addition to the present administrative staff, new teaching/instructional staff will be recruited.

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o The syllabus is being prepared by the Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training, Chandigarh. o Rs 1.25 Cr provided as State share in the Annual Plan 2007-08.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 GOI GOP Requirement GOI GOP during 2007-08 6.25 1.25

Progress so far – Funds yet to be released by GOI/GOP.

35.3 Setting up of Baba Hira Singh Bhatthal Institute of Engineering and Technology at Lehragaga (TE 1.16 )

Scope of Work – o The Society has been registered. The first academic session 2005-06 was started w.e.f. 1/8/2005 and second academic session 2006-07 has also completed. o Construction work started on the existing workshop block of Government Polytechnic Lehragaga is nearing completion. o Funds are required for the expansion/completion of remaining construction work in workshops, labs and hostel for boys and girls. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 1.00

Progress so far-

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o Government had released Rs 1 Cr during the year 2006-07 for the construction of building which has been spent by the institute. o The Institute has received Rs 2 Cr from Giani Zail Singh College of Engg and Tech, Bathinda and Rs 1 Cr from Beant College of Engg and Tech, Gurdaspur as soft loan during the year 2006-07. o The civil works, already started, are expected to be completed before next academic session i.e. August 2007.

35.4 Establishment of an International Business School with Private Participation

Scope of Work - The State Government proposes to set up an International Business School in collaboration with Thapar Group. Progress so far- o Thapar Group has requested the Govt. to arrange land at nominal rates for setting up a Business School of International Standards. o This matter was discussed in the meeting of "Programme Implementation Committee" held on 27/10/2006 wherein it was decided that the Department of Rural Development and Panchayats would expedite the approval required for transfer of Panchayat land to Thapar Group. o The DC, Mohali would expedite the purchase of private land / transfer of panchayat land on Dera Bassi- Barwala road on a reasonable negotiated price by the Thapar Group. o This matter is under active consideration of DC, Mohali for assessment of Panchayat land belonging to Village Behra.

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35.5 Internal Autonomy to Government Technical Institutions and Industrial Training Institutions in the State o Cabinet in its meeting dated 15/12/2006 has withdrawn its earlier decision dated 29/8/2006 regarding converting Government Polytechnics/ Special Trade Institutes into Registered Societies. o To improve efficiency of already running Govt. Polytechnic colleges, it is planned to accord internal administrative and financial autonomy to these institutions to provide quality education. o Chief Secretary to Government of Punjab has cleared the Autonomy Plan. o The memorandum is being submitted to the Council of Ministers for approval.

35.6 Ensuring Minimum Quality Standards in Technical Institutions o The Department of Technical Education and Industrial Training facilitates the grant of affiliation to the degree level institutions as per the procedure and norms prescribed by AICTE. o The curricula and examination of the degree level institutions is being controlled by Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar. o The Department has a mechanism of regular inspections of degree level institutions by State Level Inspection Teams in which nominees of PTU are also placed. These teams inspect the institutes as per the norms fixed by AICTE. o For diploma level institutions the Department conducts regular inspections through State Level Inspection Teams in which officers of Punjab State Board of Technical Education also participate. These teams conduct inspections as per norms fixed by AICTE.

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o Curricula of diploma level institutions is framed and approved by PSBTE & ITIs.

35.7 Collaboration with reputed Foreign Universities for Joint Degrees in various professional courses

o A special cell would be set up at Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar and Punjab State Board of Technical Education and Industrial Training, Chandigarh respectively. o This cell will look into the proposals of foreign tie ups at the level of universities and diploma level institutions so as to equip our youth with skills which are of internationally acceptable standards. o The matter was taken up with Tafe Global University, Australia for signing of M.O.U. but the approval was not given by the Ministry of External Affairs, New Delhi. o The matter is being taken up with Government of India to find out their policy, guidelines and modalities. o The financial implications will be decided as and when tie up with foreign universities/ technical education institutions will come into effect. o For ITI’s CII is being contacted for roping in City & Guilds, UK for testing and certification of the skills of workers.

35.8 Upgradation of Industrial Training Institutes into Centres of Excellence in Punjab(75:25) (ITI 2.37)

Scope of Work - o The DGET, Ministry of Labour, GoI, has launched the implementation of a Centrally Sponsored Scheme "Upgradation of ITI's into Centres of Excellence" in 100 ITIs in phase-I all over India.

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o In the State of Punjab a total of 30-35 ITIs will be upgraded into Centres of Excellence in a phased manner (year wise) o 10 ITIs were upgraded into Centres of Excellence during 2006-07. o 10 more ITIs are being upgraded in 2007-08. o The project is to last upto 2011-12. o The characteristics of a Centre of Excellence are to give up module type of training and upgradation of infrastructure in the existing ITI's. o GOI share is reimbursed on the basis of actual expenditure incurred by the State Government. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 GOI GOP Requirement GOI GOP during 2007-08 31.00 11.75 3.00 1.00

Progress so far - o Rs 97.12 lac (Centre Rs72.87 lac, State Rs 24.25 lac) was released during 2006-07 out of which Rs 60.00 lac were for civil works and Rs 37.12 lac for machinery and equipment, the entire amount has been spent. o Cost Estimates for upgradation of 10 ITI’s into Centres of Excellence during 2006-07 details at Annexure 35.8 A list of 22 ITIs has been submitted to GOI out of which 10 ITIs are likely to be selected for upgradation into Centres of Excellence during 2007-08.

35.9 Self Employment Training of Scheduled Castes with the aid of National Scheduled Caste Finance and Development Corporation (80:20) - ITI-2

Scope of Work - o National Scheduled Caste Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC) provide financial assistance in the form of grant through channelising

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agencies to impart skills and entrepreneurial development training to SC’s and ST’s to create opportunities for employment and self employment. o Upto 80% of recurring expenditure of training programme is provided as grant by NSFDC. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 GOI GOP Requirement GOI GOP during 2007-08 2.40 0.60

Progress so far - o No funds released during 10th Five Year Plan o Funds yet to be released by NSFDC and State Government.

35.10 Testing and Certification of skills of workers in the Informal Sector (75:25) (ITI-3)

Scope of Work - o The scheme floated by GOI in the year 2002 to standardize the various skills of skilled workers already available in the informal sector. o 75% funds provided by GOI. o Government of India proposes to formulate National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) in due course of time. The Govt. of Punjab has already sent a formal proposal in this regard to the Government of India. o This scheme is likely to become self sustainable in 2-3 years by levying user charges. o A provision of Rs 5 lac State share and Rs 15 lac as GOI share has been made for this scheme in the A.P 2007-08. Progress so far - o Funds to the tune of Rs 3.42 lac (2.42 lac GOI +1.00 lac GOP) already released during 2007-08. o Funds yet to be released by F.D.

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35.11 Provision of Free Text Books and Tools Kits to Scheduled Castes and other weaker sections of the Society - ITI-6

Scope of Work - o A student belonging to scheduled castes and other weaker sections of the society living below poverty line are being provided theory books and tool kits free of cost. o The theory books and tool kits will remain with candidates even after completion of the course. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 Requirement during 2007-08 0.10

Progress so far – o Funds are yet to be released.

35.12 Setting up of ITIs and Expansion of Existing ITIs under 15 Point Programme for Minorities (75:25) - ITI-8 -

Scope of Work - o To improve the socio-economic development and welfare of the Indian Muslim Community. o To set up new Industrial Training Institutions for the minority concentration blocks such as Malerkotla and Qadian blocks. o There is one Government Industrial Training Institute each in Malerkotla and Qadian. A new Industrial Training Institute is to be set up at Ahmedgarh. o A token provision of Rs 0.10 lac provided in the Annual Plan 2007-08 as State Share.

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Progress so far - o Funds are yet to be released.

35.13 Starting of Short Term courses under Modular Employable Skills Scheme of DGET (CS:SS:BS) (30:40:30) - ITI-9

Scope of Work - o A new scheme, to be started in Government Industrial Training Institutes. o Short terms training courses of durations one to six months in about 35 areas will be introduced. o The tentative cost of training is about Rs 50 per hour per chandidate. For a course of 6 month’s duration the tentative cost is about Rs 12000/-. o Training cost per trainee @ Rs 15 per hour by GOI, @ Rs 20 per hour by GOP and remaining cost of Rs 15 per hour by the candidate. o This scheme is also applicable for school dropouts from 5th class onwards. o Training as per the convenience of the persons i.e. after normal working hours and on Saturdays and Sundays. o A provision of Rs 5 lac as State share and Rs 3.75 lac as GOI share has been provided for this scheme in the A.P. 2007-08.

Progress so far – o Funds are yet to be released.

35.14 Leather Goods Training Centre in Government Industrial Training Institute at Gurdaspur (75:25) - ITI-10

Scope of Work - o To enable the artisan of Gurdaspur in the production of the leather products in starting small manufacturing units.

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o A trade courses in leather goods fabrication will be introduced in the Industrial Training Institute, Gurdaspur. o 75% assistance to be provided by the Central Leather Research Institute, Chennai. o Central Leather Research Institute Chennai functions under the administrative control of Ministry of Commerce and Industry Govt. of India. o Total cost of the project is Rs 27.50 lac out of which Rs 20.50 lac will be provided by GOI and Rs7.00 lac by the State Govt. Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional 2007-08 GOI GOP Requirement GOI GOP during 2007-08 0.21 0.05

Progress so far - o Funds are yet to be released. o Inputs Approval cum Monitoring Committee has approved an amount of Rs 20.50 lac as contribution from HRD Mission and has directed that the balance may be met by the State Government.

35.15 Running of Government Polytechnics under Public Private Partnership

Scope of Work- o The Department of Technical Education and Industrial Training has requested Punjab Infrastructural Development Board (PIDB) to finalize the process for running 5 Government Polytechnic Colleges under Public Private Partnership. o The process was initiated and bids were invited. It was decided that the 3 Government Polytechnics at Anandpur Sahib, Sultanpur Lodhi & Muktsar will be run under Public Private Partnership as per details below-

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SN Name of the Govt. Preferred Bidder Annual Polytechnic Concession Colleges Fee to GOP (in Rs Lac) 1 Anandpur Sahib Guru Teg Bahadur Charitable Health 25.00 and Education Awareness Society- Mr Santokh Singh, Attwal 2. Muktsar Adesh Foundation, Muktsar 3.50 3. Sultanpur Lodhi Guru Teg Bahadur Charitable Health 5.00 and Education Awareness Society- Mr Santokh Singh, Attwal o After due process Concession Agreement has been signed on 8/5/2007 between Director Technical Education and Industrial Training and three successful bidders. o No bid was received in respect of Government Polytechnics Rahon and Nainowal Vaid under PPP mode. Therefore, PIDB has been requested to initiate the process afresh and this matter is under their active consideration. o 9 incomplete buildings of the ITIs viz Burar, Banarsi, Abohar, Nathassa, Khadoor Sahib, Shahkot, Partappura, Mukerian & Kahnuwan were handed were to the private promoters for 33 years lease through PIDB in Dec.2004 out of which only 8 ITIs have been made functional by the private promoters.

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36. TOURISM

36.1 Development of Mughal Sarai Shambhu- ( Rs 4.35 crore) TM - 1

Scope of Work o Development of Mughal Sarai Shambhu sanctioned in 2004-05. o Total estimated cost is Rs 4.35 crore - GOI share Rs 2.90 crore (Rs.2.32 crore received, Rs. 0.58 crore to be received later on ). GoP share 1.45 crore.

Funds (Rs Cr) Outlay Cleared by PD Utilized Additional requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 0.10 - - -

Progress so far o An amount of Rs. 50.17 lacs has been incurred by GoP during 2006-07. o Initially this project was to be executed by ITDC . Now the work has been interested to Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board. o ITDC has refunded Rs. 232.00 lacs to Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board in January 2007. o DPR already prepared by ITDC. Tender will be invited and work will be allotted by 30/6/2007.

Target Date- Completion by 30/4/2008.

36.2 Tourist Destination Amritsar TM – 3 (Rs. 4.82 crore)

Scope of work- (Sanctioned by GoI on 27/3/2006) o Environment Upgradation of Ghanta Ghar Chowk –Rs 19.21. lacs. o Special Tourism Destination Rambagh and Shaheedi Bohr – Rs 287.73 lacs. o Tourist Facilitation Centre at Rambagh Gate – Rs.66.27. lakh.

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o Punjab Freedom Struggle Interpretation Centre, Gobindgarh Fort– Rs 108.39 lacs. o Descriptive signage at Jallianwala Bagh –Rs 0.40 lacs. o Descriptive signage Saragarhi memorial –Rs 0.40 lacs. o Descriptive signage at Khalsa College – Rs 0.40 lacs. o Total estimated cost of this project is Rs 4.82 Crore. The entire amount is to be contributed by GoI and a sum of Rs. 3.86 crore (80% of the central assistance) was received on 27/3/2006. The remaining amount of Rs. 0.96 crore (20% of central assistance) will be reimbursed to the state government after utilization of central assistance sanctioned for the project and details of contribution made by the state government. Contribution of GoP in the form of maintenance of the infrastructure created and cost of project reports, DPRs, Tender Documents and other office expenses during implementation.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007- Released Utilized Additional requirement 08 during 2007-08 0.60 - - -

Progress so far- o Project to be executed to Punjab Heritage and Tourism Board, GoP Chandgiarh o Consultant (CRCI, New Delhi) appointed for preliminary solution report. Report received from the consultant. DPR and tender documents under preparation. o Work to be awarded to the main contractor by 31/5/2007. o The possession of Govindgarh Fort has been handed over to Punjab Govt. i.e. this property is being transferred to the Deptt. of Tourism. o DC Amritsar has been asked for demarcation of land for this property. The work of the remaining project will be started after completing the process. o Environment Upgradation of Ghanta Ghar Chowk is not to be taken. The same is being implemented under Galiara Project.

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o Expenditure incurred during 2006-07 - Rs 50.00 lac.(State share).

Target Date- Completion period-Two years from the date of sanction i.e. by 31/3/2008.

36.3 Tourist Destination–Wagah (Rs. 4.84 crore) TM - 3

Scope of Work- (Sanctioned by GoI on 27/3/2006) o Development at Rajasansi village – Rs 43.62 lacs. o Development at Ram Tirath – Rs 31.95 lacs. o Development at Pul Kanjari – Rs 75.30 lacs. o Development at Wagah Border/Neem Chameli Complex -Rs 123.69 lacs. o Development at Attari Smadhi area -Rs149.43 lacs. o Attari Internal Railway Complex Rs 32.21 lacs. o Development at Sarai Amanat Ali – Rs 28.38 lacs. o Total estimated cost of this project is Rs 4.84 Crore. The entire amount is to be contributed by GoI and a sum of Rs. 3.87 crore (80% of the central assistance) was received on 27/3/2006. The remaining amount of Rs. 0.97 crore (20% of central assistance) will be reimbursed to the state government after utilization of central assistance sanctioned for the project and details of contribution made by the state government. Contribution of GoP in the form of maintenance of the infrastructure created and cost of project reports, DPRs, Tender Documents and other office expenses during implementation.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007- Released Utilized Additional requirement 08 during 2007-08 0.60 - - -

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Progress so far- o Project to be executed to Punjab Heritage and Tourism Board, GoP Chandgiarh o Development at Rajasansi village - building plan prepared. Estimates are to be prepared by PWD . There after work will be allotted to PWD for execution. Target date- 31/3/2007. o Development at Ram Tirath-Property in dispute, project not to be taken up. o Development at Pul Kanjari-Work allotted to Art Conservation Ltd, New Delhi and likely to be completed. o Development at Wagah Border/Neem Chameli Complex - Work allotted to PWD and likely to be completed . o Development at Attari Smadhi area- Work allotted to ACL New Delhi and likely to be completed 31/12/2007. o Attari Internal Railway Complex. Being developed by RLY authority- project not to be taken up. o Development at Sarai Amanat Khan --- project not to be taken up. Work to be allocated to ASI, ( Archaeological Survey of India), Chandigarh. o Expenditure incurred during 2006-07 - Rs 50.00 lac.(State share).

Target Date- Completion period-Two years from the date of sanction i.e. by 31/3/2008.

36.4 Tourist Destination – Patiala (Rs. 4.60 crore) TM – 3

Scope of Work (Sanctioned by GoI 27/3/2006) o Sheesh Mahal – Rs 145.77 lacs. o Land scape of the Char Bag –Rs 96.99 lacs. o Environmental Upgradation of the cultural heritage tourism trail (Purana Motibagh Chowk to Quila Chowk and further to Maiji Ki Serai) including

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three chowks/urban spaces namely Samania gate chowk, Shahi Samadhi, Quila Chowk – Rs 36.66 lacs. o Shahi Samadhan - Rs 58.18 lacs. o Ragho Majra Toba – Rs 28.22 lacs. o Maji di Sarai – Rs 81.43 lacs. o Quila Mubarak and Quila Chowk - Rs13.04 lacs. o City level signage. o Total estimated cost of this project is Rs 4.60 Crore. The entire amount is to be contributed by GoI and a sum of Rs. 3.68 crore (80% of the central assistance) was received on 27/3/2006. The remaining amount of Rs. 0.92 crore (20% of central assistance) will be reimbursed to the state government after utilization of central assistance sanctioned for the project and details of contribution made by the state government. Contribution of GoP in the form of maintenance of the infrastructure created and cost of project reports, DPRs, Tender Documents and other office expenses during implementation.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007- Released Utilized Additional requirement 08 during 2007-08 0.60 - - -

Progress so far o Preliminary solution report of the consultants approved. o DPR with in 3 months. Tender documents 3 months. Execution of work by 31/12/2007. o Expenditure incurred during 2006-07 - Rs 50.00 lac.(State share).

Target Date- Completion period-Two years from the date of sanction i.e. by 31/3/2008.

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36.5 Integrated Development of Freedom Trail Punjab Tourism Circuit (Rs. 7.84 crore) TM - 4

Scope of Work- (Sanctioned by GoI on 24/7/2006) o Freedom Struggle Circuit-Delhi-Shambu-Patiala-Nabha-Sunam- Malerkotla-Sarabha-Ludhiana-KhatkarKalan-Jagroan-Alhiwal-Jaito-Faridkot- Ferozeshah-Misriwal-Mudki-Sabraon-Ferozepur- Ajnala. o Repair and conservation of the monuments, roads and path-ways, lighting & illumination of the monuments. o Construction of Tourist Information Centers and Reception Centers, Signages at above locations. o Total estimated cost is Rs 7.84 Crore. o Total estimated cost is Rs 7.84 Crore. GOI to contribute the entire amount and 80% of its share i.e. Rs. 6.27 crore was released by GoI to Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board on 18/12/2006. The 20% of remaining GoI share will be released in the form of reimbursement on receipt of utilisation certificate for the total amount of Central financial assistance sanctioned fro the project and details of contribution made by the state government. Contribution of GoP in the form of maintenance of the infrastructure created and cost of project reports, DPRs, Tender Documents and other office expenses during implementation.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007- Released Utilized Additional requirement 08 during 2007-08 0.10 - - -

Progress so far o Expenditure incurred during 2006-07 - Rs 2.60 lac.(State share). o Freedom Struggle Circuit- Rs 7.84 Cr sanctioned by MoT, GOI in July 2006 out of which Rs 6.28 Cr. released and remaining amount of Rs. 1.56 Cr. to be received from GOI later on.

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o The technical bids of the consultants opened on 11/1/2007 and two parties have been short listed. o Financial bids of 2 short-listed consultants received and work yet to be allotted.

Role of consultant- o To prepare preliminary solution report within 3 months. o There after DPR and preparation of tender documents- time limit- 2 months. o Appointment of contractors-time limt-2 months.

Target Date- Consultant will prepare the preliminary report by 31/7/07 and work likely to be allotted to contractors by 31/12/07. Project likely to be completed by 30/6/2008.

36.6 Integrated Development of Pilgrimage Circuit (Rs. 8 crore) TM - 4.1

Scope of Work- (Sanctioned by GoI on 18/12/2006) o Pilgrimage Circuit - Anandpur Sahib, Kiratpur Sahib, Chamkaur Sahib, Fatehgarh Sahib, Talwandi Sabo, Muktsar, Sultanpur Lodhi, Govindwal, Khadoor Sahib, Baba Bakala, Har Gobindpur, Dera Baba Nanak, Batala, Amritsar.(Repair and conservation of the monuments, roads and path-ways, lighting & illumination of the monuments. Construction of Tourist Information Centers and Reception Centers, Signages at above locations. o Total estimated cost is Rs 8 Crore. GOI to contribute the entire amount and 80% of its share i.e. RS. 6.40 crore was released by GoI to Punjab Heritage and Tourism Promotion Board on 18/12/2006. The 20% of remaining GoI share will be released in the form of reimbursement on receipt of utilisation certificate for the total amount of Central financial assistance sanctioned fro the project and details of contribution made by the state government. Contribution

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of GoP in the form of maintenance of the infrastructure created and cost of project reports, DPRs, Tender Documents and other office expenses during implementation.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007- Released Utilized Additional requirement 08 during 2007-08 0.10 - - -

Progress so far- o Pilgrimage Circuit- sanctioned at cost of Rs. 8 Crore by Ministry of Tourism, GOI on 18/12/2006. o Expenditure incurred during 2006-07 - Rs 2.60 lac.(State share). o The technical & financial bids are being invited from consultants.

Target Date- Completion period - to be completed by 31/12/2008.

36.7 Incredible India Punjab Luxury Train (Rs. 29 crore) TM - 5

Scope of Work (Sanctioned by GoI on 29/12/2006) o Starting of new Luxury Train namely – Incredible India Punjab Luxury Train o The project is to be promoted by Ministry of Railways through Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd and state government through Punjab Heritage and Promotion Board. o Ministry of Tourism, GoI has given grant in aid Rs. 7.25 crore and the remaining amount of Rs. 21.75 crore is to be contributed by the 2 promoters in equal shares of Rs. 10.87 crore each. o Tentative route- Delhi- Amritsar–Pathankot-Patiala-Anandpur Sahib- Kurukshetra- Jaipur, Agra and Delhi Safdarjung.

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o Interior furnishing & fabrication and on/ off the Board facilities including marketing to be done by the Punjab Heritage & Tourism Promotion Board.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007- Released Utilized Additional requirement 08 during 2007-08 10.00 - - -

Progress so far o High Powered Committee under Chief Secretary has been constituted. Executing Committee under the chairmanship of Principal Secretary Tourism has been constituted to supervise the project implementation. o MoT ,GOI. has sanctioned this project at a total cost Rs. 29 Cr. with the following breakup. (1) GOI share 7.25 Cr. (25% of the total project cost) (2) GoP share 10.8750 Cr ( 37.5% of the total project cost) (3) IRCTC share 10.8750 Cr ( 37.5% of the total project cost) o GOI sanctioned Rs. 7.25 Cr. as its share on 29/12/2006 subject to some conditions. o An amount of Rs. 3.26 cr (state share) has been released by GoP during 2006-07.

Target Date - 24 months

36.8 Tourist Centre/Yatri Niwas and Convention Centre at Amritsar. (FM Budget Speech) TM - 8

Scope of Work- o Setting up of Tourist Centre/Yatri Niwas and Convention Centre at Amritsar at an estimated cost of Rs. 50 Crore. o Proposed to be constructed in PPP mode.

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Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Released Utilized Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 3.00 - - -

Progress so far- o IT Amritsar has given 2 acres of land for this purpose in June 2006. Improvement Trust Amritsar is yet to transfer the additional 3 acres of land. o The foundation stone was laid on 20/7/2006 by CM, Punjab. The drawings of the project are being prepared by the Chief Architect in consultation with promoter. After preparations of drawing, the execution agency will be asked to submit rough cost estimates. o An amount of Rs.3.00 cr as ACA was released during 2006-07 by GOI which could not be released during 2006-07 by FD due to paucity of funds and would be made available during 2007-08.

Target Date- Completion period- 36 months subject to the release of funds and transfer of 3 acres of land.

Comments- o Chief Architect to prepare plans in consultation with private promoters to be identified through press advertisement . o ACA is yet to be released by FD.

36.9 Construction work relating to Gobindgarh Fort (TM – 10)

Scope of Work- Construction/Conservation of Gobindgarh Fort built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh and open it for public viewing.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay Cleared by PD Utilized Additional requirement

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2007-08 during 2007-08 3.00 1.00 - -

Progress so far - This Fort has been handed over to State Govt. with the kind intervention Hon’ble PM subject to the condition that the State Government will construct security walls & roads and install security lights around the Fort. Rs.1.00 cr has already been released to the Department for construction of this fort during 2006-07.

To be done - The construction work is yet to be started.

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37. TRANSPORT

37.1 Purchase of another 300 new buses by PUNBUS (FM Budget Speech)

Scope of Work- o 300 buses are to be purchased by PUNBUS, including 292 ordinary buses and 8 AC Super Deluxe Buses.

Progress so far- o Loan of Rs. 30 Cr raised by PUNBUS from Punjab & Sind Bank and Rs. 10. Cr to be contributed by PUNBUS. o 8 AC Super Deluxe Buses and 292 Ordinary buses have been started and put on routes. 42 more buses will be put on route by 15/6/2007.

37.2 Completion of bus terminals at Jalandhar & Ludhiana under BOT (FM Budget Speech)

Scope of Work- Completion of bus terminals at Jalandhar & Ludhiana under BOT basis.

Progress so far – o Jalandhar - Construction of Bus Stand started on 19/10/2005 and is likely to be completed by July, 2007. o Ludhiana - Construction of Bus Stand started on 17/3/2006 and will be completed by Sept, 2007. Details at Annexure 37.2. o Hoshiarpur - Request for proposal (RFP) was invited for the construction, operation and maintenance of bus stand Hoshiarpur on BOT basis. Initally only one bid was received and thereafter three bids were received on retendaring. o Financial bids have been opened for Hoshiarpur Bus Terminal and the highest bid received is of Rs 36 lacs. PIDB asked the Department to give

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approval for continuation of the projects from the Department and the Transport Minister after formation of new government. Approval regarding continuation of this project on BOT mode has been conveyed to PIDB and further action regarding this project will be taken shortly.

37.3 State Road Safety Council RT - 3

Scope of Work – Purchase of Simulators, Speed Radars and Breathe Analyzers, other road safety measures.

Funds - An ACA of Rs. 1.50 Cr was received during 2006-07 from GOI, which is to be released by F.D.

Progress so far- Road safety Council yet to be constituted.

Comments- The ACA of Rs 1.50 Cr released during 2006-07 by GOI is yet to be released by F.D. A plan provision of Rs.1.50 Cr has been made in the Annual Plan 2007-08.

37.4 Amritsar, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Patiala to be provided with high quality urban bus service with public private participation

PM Announcement- In order to ease traffic congestion in Ludhiana, the state government should consider a Mass Transport System.

Scope of Work- The Government of India would provide 50% of the cost of the study to develop a project for the Mass Transport System through a professional agency. The cost of study will not be more than 2-3 lakhs per city and therefore it has been decided that the funding will not be sought from GoI.

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Progress so far- o Municipal Corporation, Ludhiana has got the prefeasibility study completed by RITES. The study carried out by RITES is being updated through financial assistance from PIDB. It has been decided that PIDB would undertake this project. o In the mean time ILFS has been engaged for implementing the project for City Transport Service in Ludhiana, Amritsar and Jalandhar on the pattern of Indore City Transport Service Ltd (ICTSL). The project is to be developed under PPP mode within seven months. o SPVs were incorporated in all the 3 Municipal Corporation Towns on 28/12/2006. These are headed by the Deputy Commissioners. o PIDB invited expression of interest (EOI) from bus operators through advertisements. 26 parties responded and the parties are being short-listed. Draft RFP document is ready and will be finalised after comments of the Transport Department. o PIDB invited EOIs for pass, GPS Solutions and Advertising and the parties are being short-listed. RFP is under finalisation. o Transport Deptt. which is the nodal Department for City Bus Service Project has been requested to seek fresh approval of Government for proceeding ahead with the project development activity. o Matter has been referred to the EC of PIDB which is scheduled for 07- 05-07 under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Punjab. Further action will be taken based on decision of EC of PIDB. o Details are enclosed herewith.

To be Done – o EOIs received. Parties to be short-listed. o RFP document to be finalised and issued to the departments.

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31.6 Road Transport Corporation (PRTC) (State Govt. Equity Share Capital) – For replacement of Buses (Budget Speech 2007-08)

Scope of Work – PRTC plans to replace 625 buses in the 11th Plan period at a total cost of Rs 94.00 crore out of which the state government equity share capital has been estimated at Rs 76.50 crore.

Funds (Rs Cr) Outlay Cleared by PD Utilized Additional requirement 2007-08 during 2007-08 3.00 - - -

Progress so far- Proposal for clearance is yet to be received from AD during 2007-08.

Comments- Scheme is yet to be cleared.

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38. WATER SUPPLY & SANITATION

38.1 Operation and maintenance of Water Supply schemes may be entrusted through long-term group contracts under the aegis of PRIs. (Old) Non Plan

Scope of Work-Operation and maintenance of Water Supply schemes may be entrusted through long-term group contracts under the aegis of PRIs. (Old) Non Plan

Progress so far- o A notification was issued by the Govt. to hand over 846 single village schemes to the Panchayats, out of which 749 single village schemes have been handed over to the Panchayats(Annexure 38.1). As per the latest review carried out by the department, 554 schemes are running without major problems. The revenue collection has reduced as people are not paying water charges o The Department is also taking steps to hand over the maintenance of RWSs through long term group contract of new schemes, recently commissioned. o An expenditure of Rs 65.59 Cr has been incurred during 2006-07 for O&M of RWSs. o An expenditure of Rs 7.63 Cr has been incurred during 207-08 (upto 5/07) for O&M of Rural Water Supply scheme. o The Department is paying wages of the employees amounting to Rs 14 Cr from funds released under Non Plan and electricity bills amounting to Rs 40 Cr per annum approximately out of the Non plan funds and from revenue collected by the Department for rural water supply schemes.

Comments - The Department is taking steps to hand over the maintenance of rural water supply schemes through long term group contract on new scheme recently commissioned.

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38.2 Accelerated Rural Water Supply Programme (ARWSP)- 100% Centrally Sponsored scheme (CS1)

Scope of Work-ARWSP is 100% Centrally Sponsored Scheme under which GOI allocated funds for each financial year and the allocated funds are released in two equal installments during the year. Since GOI has stopped funding under PMGY from 2005-06 onwards, balance schemes of PMGY are also being covered with ARWSP funds. There is no constibution by the beneficiary.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Remarks 100 24.65 3.83

Progress so far- o GOI has allocated funds to the tune of Rs 40.98 Crs during 2006-07,out of which Rs 40.98 Cr have been released and expenditure of Rs 27.90 Crs (including Rs 8.98 Cr under PMGY Rs 6.31 Cr under O&M) has been incurred. 81 NC, 52 PC and 35 OH have been commissioned under ARWSP against a total target of 110 NC, 25 PC & 59 OH. Under PMGY 31 NC & 38 PC have been commissioned against target of 97 NC & 56 PC. District-wise details are at Annexure 38.2. o During 2007-08 (upto 5/07) funds amounting to Rs 24.65 Cr was released by GOI and an expenditure of Rs 3.83 Cr was incurred. 4 PC were commissioned under ARWSP where as 3 PC were commissioned under PMGY. o During 10th plan period an expenditure of Rs.1067013 lac was incurred and 600 NC,355PC and 119 other habitations were provided with water supply. o During 2007-08, an amount of Rs 100.00 Cr has been earmarked for this scheme.

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38.3 Swajaldhara Rural Water Supply Programme -100% Centrally Sponsored scheme (CS 6)

Scope of Work-Under this program, 90% of the cost of water supply scheme is borne by GOI whereas remaining 10% is paid by Community as beneficiary contribution. This program was launched by Government of India w.e.f. 25-12- 2002. After completion, O&M of the scheme is the full responsibility of the community.

Benefiaciary Share- 10% is paid by Community as beneficiary contribution

Funds- (Rs Cr)

Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Remarks 10.00 - 0.44 -

Progress so far- o During 10th plan period under this project 19 NC and 12 PC villages were covered with water supply and an expenditure of Rs 666.96 lac was made during the same period. o During 2006-07, GOI has made an allocation of Rs 5.37 Crs & Rs 1.98 Cr have been released. An expenditure of Rs 3.75 Cr has been incurred during 2006-07 against the schemes taken up during previous years and 10 NC and 5 PC have been commissioned against target of 7 NC & 7 PC. o During 2007-08, a budget provision of Rs 10.00 Cr has been made but no fund has been released by GOI till 5/2007. An expenditure of Rs 44.14 lac has been incurred upto 5/2007 against the schemes taken up during previous years. Detail information is at Annexure 38.3.

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38.4 Rejuvenation of Drinking Water Supply Schemes in Rural Areas (New) - (ACA) (RWS 3)

Scope of Work- o Existing water supply schemes are to be rejuvenated with ACA of GOI. Around 35% of existing water supply schemes are more than 15-20 year old and have outlived their designed period. Replacement of machinery and drilling of new bores is to be taken up in view of depletion of water table. The main aim is to make these schemes functional for supplying at least 40 lpcd (liter per capita per day) of potable water.

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Remarks 20.00 - - -

Progress so far- The project amounting to Rs 25.00 Cr (Annexure - 38.4) for rejuvenation of 249 single village (estimated cost of Rs 995.52 lacs) and 120 multi village (estimated cost 1504.48 lacs) existing water supply schemes has already been submitted to Punjab Govt. The schemes covered under this project are expected to be completed within one year after receipt of funds. Funds will be released to the Department during 2007-08.

Comments- ACA of Rs.20.00 Cr has been released to the Department vide Planning Department no. 2661-69 dated 22/3/2007 which could not be utilized by the Department, as the funds could not be drawn from the treasury. This amount will be released during the current year.

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38.5 Bharat Nirmaan -Rajiv Gandhi National Drinking Water Mission including repair of damaged water supply scheme(75:25)(GOI:State Govt) (RWS 1)

Scope of Work- o Government of India has been allocating funds for the submission projects. Now Government of India has made a separate allocation under Sub mission for covering quality affected habitation in which state government is required to contribute 25 % as State share. o The main aim of the program is to cover brackishness/fluoride affected and water logged schemes in villages of the state. Beneficiary Share: For Internal Distribution network; (1) 2.5% for SC and (2) 10%for General Category

Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Remarks 13.31 - -

Progress so far-

Total no of Villages Target for 2007-08 Achievement covered under the scheme

During 2006-07, GOI has made separate allocation of funds to the tune of Rs 20.36 Crs for covering Water Quality Affected Habitations under Sub Mission, however funds are yet to be released to the Department. Since Rs 20.36 Cr have already been allocated by GOI, therefore the Department has requested GOP to increase the state share of Rs 4.00 Cr to Rs 6.78 Cr. However, an expenditure of Rs 13.91 lacs have been incurred for old submission schemes of previous year out of carry forward ARWSP funds and

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this expenditure has been included in ARWSP head. Against an allocation of Rs 20.36 Crs various projects amounting to Rs 37.38 Crs (as central share) has been got approved for GOI from different districts. Projects from balance Quality habitations are under process. o During 10 th plan period an expenditure of Rs 155.46 lac was incurred and 35 PC villages were covered. o An outlay of Rs 1331 lac is being provided as state share during 2007- 08. Comments-This is a continued scheme.

38.6 World Bank Project - Punjab Rural Water Supply & Sanitation Project with World Bank Assistance. (FM Budget Speech/ Gov Addr) (RWS 4)

Scope of Work- o The objective of the programme is to cover 100% rural habitations, with safe drinking water supply wef 2007-08 to 2011-12 and accordingly project envisages to cover the following villages dung next five year: o 2124 NC villages and 920 PC villages o 1600 villages –Improvement of water quality. o 1000 villages – Cleaning of village ponds. o 100 villages-Small Bore Sewerage System. o The total cost for implementing the new water supply & sanitation project under World Bank Assistance is Rs 1280.00 Cr. o The component-wise detail is given below:- (Rs Cr) Component Total %age Sources of funds progra to mme total GOI Bank GOP Com financing munit y A. Programe 152.10 11.90 0.00 152.10 0.00 0.00 Management B. Community 119.50 9.30 0.0 119.50 0.00 0.00

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Dev. Support C. Infrastructure 1008.8 78.80 207.20 479.40 245.40 76.80 Building 0 Total: 1280.3 100 207.20 750.90 245.40 76.80

Funding Pattern: World Bank:GOI:GOP:Community share::59:16:19:06 Funds- (Rs Cr) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Remarks 120.00 5.00 - -

Progress so far- No of villages which passed the resolution Item No. of Benefici Detailed Tender Status of villages ary estimate called Work which Approved passed the resolutio n 2124 NC villages and 920 PC villages

1600 villages – Improvement of water quality.

1000 villages– Cleaning of village ponds.

100 villages-Small Bore Sewarage System.

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utilization. Rs 17.89 lakhs has been got reimbursed from DEA and Sum of Rs 41.72 lakh were spent on preparatory activities out of Japanese Grant. o During 2006-07, Rs 158.75 lacs have been spent out of Japanese Grant and reimbursement claims of Rs 17.89 lacs and Rs 51.00 lacs have been received. The final appraisal has been carried out by World Bank during August 2006 and negotiation for the project agreement has been completed w.e.f. 24-26 Oct. 2006 with World Bank and GOI Board presentation has been held on Dec 14,2006, both the agreements have been approved by the board and a credit of $154 million sanctioned by IDA. o The agreement has been signed with World Bank on 26/2/2007 & effective date of implementation of the project is 26/3/2007. No appreciable physical and financial progress is anticipated during 2006-07 as pre-planning and planning activities have been completed in the month of November 2006 for the pilot batch villages, whereas for batch one villages these have just been initiated. o Process for the preparation of bid documents and invitation of tenders have been initiated. Allotment of work after the invitation of tender takes about two months period. o An amount of Rs 120.00 Cr has been earmarked for this project during 2007-08.

38.7 World Bank Pilot Project - Start work on the World Bank Project for retroactive funding. (Old) –Completion of pilot project under Punjab Rural Water supply and Sanitation Project (New) (RWS-5)

Scope of Work-It is proposed to provide water supply & sanitation in 90 pilot villages (@ 5 Villages per district)in accordance with the project concepts to be adopted in WB Project. Total cost of the pilot project will be available only after preparation of DSR’s of all schemes.

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Funds- (Rs Cr)

Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Remarks 5.50 - - -

Progress so far- o Planning activities in 90 villages of pilot project are nearing completion. Admn. Approval of 55 schemes covering 61 villages has been received. Administrative approval for15 schemes covering 15 villages are in pipeline for approval. Estimate for remaining villages will be prepared after receipt of beneficiary share. World Bank has approved 5 sample DSRs and sample bid documents. Against Rs 6.30 Cr released by Planning Department, Finance Department has released Rs.1.57 Cr. o During 2007-08, an amount of Rs 25.37 Cr has been released by Government to SPMC . Out of which Rs 5.00 Cr for 35 No. water supply schemes has been distributed to various DPMC for implementation of the project.

38.8 NABARD - Complete ongoing drinking water projects sanctioned by NABARD. ( FM Budget Speech/ Gov Addr) (RWS-2)

Scope of Work- A total of 2189 schemes are to be covered at an estimated cost of Rs 730 Cr. (Details as per Annexure 38.8 and 38.8 A).

Funds- (Rs Cr)

Outlay 2007-08 Revised Utilised Remarks outlay 105.00 4.87 3.60 -

Progress so far- o During 2005-06 expenditure of Rs 111.86 Crs was incurred against release of Rs 86.38 Crs. 92 NC & 539 PC were covered against target of 200 NC & 350 PC.(2)During 2006-07 expenditure of Rs 104.29 Crs has been incurred against release of Rs 93.50 Crs while 96 NC & 495 PC have been

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covered against target of 192 NC & 617 PC.(3) for the year 2007-08 a provision of Rs 105.00 crs has been made in the budget out of which a sum of Rs 4.87 crs has been released by the Finance Department against which an expenditure of Rs 3.60 crs has been made. Against this programme 7 NC and 31 PC has been commissioned during the year 2007-08 upto 5/07. (4) In total, 1050 schemes, have been completed 30 schemes have been dropped, leaving a balance of 1109 schemes. Out of the remaining schemes, 2 schemes are to be Covered by 30/9/2007 and 1107 by 31/3/2008.The project-wise status is as under: o This is a continue scheme and FD released funds directly to the Department.

38.8 ARIDF-XII (2006-07)

Scope of Work-Two projects of districts Hoshiarpur and Ferozepur have recently been sanctioned. The details are as under - Sr. No. District No. of No. of Villages Total RIDF Schemes NC PC Cost Loan 1 Hoshiarpur 143 77 296 48.73 41.42 2 Firozepur 123 2 199 48.51 41.24

Progress so far-Work is yet to be started.

Target Date- Not intimated by AD.

38.8-B RIDF-XI (2005-06)

Progress so far- Work has been taken in hand and 30 schemes have been completed. Project will be completed by 31/3/2008.

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38.8-C RIDF-IX (2003-04)

Progress so far- The work of 169 schemes has been completed and 10 schemes have been dropped due to site conditions. Balance 396 schemes will be completed by 31/3/2008.

38.8-D RIDF-VIII (2002-03)

Progress so far- The work of 363 schemes have been completed and 17 schemes dropped due to site conditions. Balance 92 schemes will be completed by 31/3/2008.

38.8-E RIDF-VII (2001-02

Progress so far- The work of 342 schemes have been completed and 1 scheme as been dropped due to site condition. Balance 2 schemes will be completed by 30/9/2007.

38.8-F RIDF-VI (2000-2001)

Progress so far-Out of 147 schemes the work of 146 schemes has been completed and one scheme has been dropped due to site condition. Therefore, this project has been completed.

38.9 Computerisation Projects (CS-4)

Scope of Work- Under Computerisation project web based link will be made between CE, SE, Divisional & Subdivision Offices.

Progress so far- GOI has approved a project of Rs 4.19 Cr against which a sum of Rs 1.25 Cr have been released by GOI in 2005-06 & Department is going to sign MoU with NIC for development of web based software.

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During 11th plan there is a target to launch web based software and whole of the Department will be computerized up to Sub Division level.

Item 38.10 Augmentation of existing rural drinking water supply schemes and making them functional. (Old/ FM Budget Speech)

Scope of Work- A project for revival & augmentation of Drinking Water Supply scheme amounting to Rs 10977.85 lac(Annexure 38.10) has been proposed by Public Health Department, Punjab out of which an amount of Rs 784.73 lac is required for 110 non functional schemes and an amount of Rs 10193.12 lac is required for 1150 no. of schemes which are not functioning at optimal level.

Progress so far- o State Government have released Rs 50 Cr(Annexure 38.10 B) for rejuvenation of old existing schemes (Rs 7.85 Cr for revival of non functional schemes and Rs 42.15 Cr for rejuvenation of schemes which are not functional at optimal level) against a requirement of 109.77 Cr(Details at Annexure 38.10 –Summary& 38.10-A Zone-wise detail.) from Punjab Nirman Programme. Deputy Commissioners have sanctioned works amounting to Rs 731.73 lacs for 71 non functional schemes out of which work has been taken in hand in these schemes(Annexure 38.10-B). For the schemes which are not functioning at optimal level, Deputy Commissioners have sanctioned schemes amounting to Rs 4228.27 lac. An expenditure of Rs 4942.91 Cr had been incurred during 2006-07. o During 2007-08 upto 5/2007 an expenditure of Rs 14.47 lac has been incurred to complete the balance work. o Funds amounting to Rs 229.50 Cr are also required for various items of works for existing water supply schemes and adoption of latest technology for treatment of water.

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Comments- Revised project amounting to Rs 186.32 Cr (submitted to Plg Comm, GoI-Annexure 38.10 C). A team comprising of Advisor to Planning Commission, GoI and RGNDWM officials visited the state from 11th to 13th May, 06 for field visits. The project will be completed in one year after the receipt of funds. No funds have been release form GoI unde the project.

38.11 Status of Rural water supply schemes in the State

Scope of Work- The major goal of the programme is to provide potable drinking water to the residents in the villages and to improve in general quality of life in the rural areas.

Progress so far- A basic water supply system consists of a water source and distribution network to supply water to stand pots and to individual houses through private water connections in the villages. In the Northern and Central districts, the safe water source is generally a deep tubewell and consists of pumping facilities, disinfections and overhead tank/ or a booster. In the South-Eastern districts, where water is drawn from canals. The safe water source consists of canal intake gates with inlet channels, a water treatment plant, clear water tank, disinfection, pumping facilities and overhead tank. The systems in both the cases as designed for a 15 years projected population to provide 40 lpcd as per GOI norms. However, the rural population desire higher service level of water supply. There are 12267 Main Habitations (MH) and 2338 Other Habitations (totaling 14605 habitations) as per the survey conducted in 2003 by the Department. The status of these habitations as on 31.3.2007 is as under : Habitations Fully Partially Total Not Total Covered Covered Habitatio Covered No. of Habitatio Habitatio ns Habitatio Habitat ns ns covered ns ions 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Status as per Main 3716 4525 8241 4026 12267

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2003 Other 375 731 1106 1232 2338 Habitation Total 4091 5256 9347 5258 14605 Survey Main 6319 2861 9180 3087 12267 Progress as Other 845 731 1576 762 2338 on 31.3.2006 Total 7164 3592 10756 3849 14605 Progress as Main 7159 2260 9419 2848 12267 on 31.3.2007 Other 880 731 1611 727 2338 Total 8039 2991 11030 3575 14605

Out of 12267 Main Habitations, 9419 Main Habitations have been covered upto 31/03/2007, out of which 2260 Main Habitations have slipped back PC category due to reduction in service level. Thus, balance 2848 NC Main Habitations are yet to be covered, out of which the work is in progress in 1240 Main Habitations. Out of the 2338 Other Habitations, 1611 Other Habitations have been covered with potable drinking water supply up to 31/03/2007, out of which 731 Other Habitations have slipped back to PC category due to reduction in service level. Out of already covered Main Habitations, service level of 40 litre per capita per day (lpcd) water supply in 2260 Main Habitations as on 1.4.2007 had decreased from 40 lpcd, due to depletion of groundwater table, resulting in decrease in the yield of water sources/tubewells due to depletion of ground water table and increase in population and settling of new habitations out side Lal Dora. The work of augmenting the service level in 805 habitations is under progress. During 11th plan period it is proposed to cover all remaining 3575 NC villages and 2992PC villages under World Bank project ,NABARD and accelerated Rural Water Supply program etc.

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39. WELFARE OF SCs & BCs

39.1 Aashirwad Scheme @ 15, 000/- per person - SCOP(D)1

Scope of Work- o The grant under Aashirwad scheme has been enhanced to Rs.15000/- per beneficiary wef 1/4/2006. Applicable to SC/Muslim/ Christians girls and the daughters of widows at the time of marriage. o Annual Target – 40,000 beneficiaries and financial requirement - Rs. 60.00 Crore

Funds - (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 08 2007-08 40.00 - - -

Progress so far- o During 2006-07, total amount of Rs. 62.00 crore released out of which Rs. 54.57 crore released for fresh applications and 36803 cases have been settled upto 31/3/2007. o The month wise physical and financial review of amount released for fresh applications under Aashirwad scheme is at Annexure 39.1 (A). o The district-wise physical and financial review of amount released for pending & fresh applications under Aashirwad scheme is at Annexure 39.1(B).

39.2 Demand of funds by BACKFINCO for loans to BC from the Finance Department SCBW(S) 1

Scope of Work- o Under this scheme, share capital contribution to BACKFINCO and National Minority Development & Finance Corporation (NMDFC) and margin money to National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation

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(NBCFDC) and NMDFC is provided for disbursing loans to backward classes for various self employment ventures. o Annual Target for Margin money under NBCFDC - 1071 beneficiaries and Margin money under NMDFC – 1428 beneficiaries. o Financial requirement is Rs.2.75 Crore for share capital contribution + Rs. 5.21 Crore under one time settlement scheme (OTS). Under OTS, the dues would stand settled if the beneficiary has paid the principal and interest equal to the principal.

Funds- (Rs.Cr.) Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 08 2007-08 2.75+5.21 - - Crore for OTS scheme

Progress so far- o During the year 2006-07, an amount of Rs.248.00 lac had been allocated under various loaning schemes, out of which Rs. 200.00 lac has been released to BACKFINCO to provide loan facility to the needy persons of the backward classes and minorities under following schemes:-. (Rs.in lacs) o Share capital contribution to BACKFINCO. 100.00 o Margin Money under NBCFDC. 75.00 o Equity Participation under NMDFC. 50.00 o Margin Money under NMDFC. 50.00 o Expenditure incurred during 2006-07- Rs.2.00 Crore. o Amount disbursed during 2006-07 is Rs.764.31 lac and 1192 beneficiaries have been covered.

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39.3 Demand of funds by PSCFC for loans to SCs from the Finance Department - SC(S) 1

Scope of Work- o Share capital contribution to PSCFC is provided for implementing direct loaning schemes and bank tie- up loaning scheme to the SC families living in below poverty line for various self employment ventures. o Annual Target – 3400 beneficiaries o Financial requirement is Rs. 5.00 Crore for share capital contribution + Rs. 8.58 Crore under one time settlement scheme (OTS) scheme. Under OTS, the dues would stand settled if the beneficiary has paid the principal and interest equal to the principal.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2.50 (SS) + 2.40 - - (CS) + 8.58 Crore for OTS scheme

Progress so far- o During the year 2006-07, an amount of Rs. 196.00 lac (Rs. 100.00 lac state share + Rs. 96.00 lac central share) had been allocated under various loaning schemes. The Planning Department cleared Rs. 1.00 crore as a state share and it had been released by FD. Similarly, Rs. 82.46 lac out of central share had also been released by FD. o Expenditure upto 31/3/2007 - Rs. 1.96 Crore. (Rs. 100.00 lac state share + Rs. 96.00 lac central share). o Amount disbursed during 2006-07 is Rs. 60.86 lacs and 601 beneficiaries have been covered.

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39.4 Repair and renovation of Dharamshalas - SCOP(S) 3

Scope of Work- o To provide funds for the repair and renovation of SC dharamshalas so as to provide facilities to the Scheduled caste people to organize social get together at the time of their ceremonial functions such as marriages or other community gatherings etc. o Annual target - Construction of 540 new dharamshalas and renovation of 2920 old dharamshalas.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 5.00 - - - o During 2006-07, Rs. 55.18 crore (Rs. 30.18 crore + Rs. 25.00 crore) had been released upto 31/3/07 out of District Level Punjab Nirman Programme for the construction/repair of old dharamshalas. o District-wise status of repairable dharamshalas is at Annexure 39.4 (A). District-wise detail of funds released for the repair/renovation of dharamshalas out of Punjab Nirman Programme during 2005-06 & 2006-07 is at Annexure 39.4 (B).

39.5 Construction of Ambedkar Bhawans - SCOP(D) 3

Scope of Work - To construct Ambedkar Bhawans consisting of an auditorium hall with seating capacity of 500 and a library cum research centre in each district headquarter.

Funds- (Rs. Cr )

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2007-08 5.05 - - 0.50

Progress so far- o Out of 20 districts in Punjab, 3 districts are totally new where land for Ambedkar Bhawans is yet to be acquired. The details of remaining 17 districts are as follows – ƒ Completed and Functional – 7 (Fatehgardh Sahib, Mukatsar, Faridkot, Gurdaspur, Kapurthala, Ropar, Sangrur) ƒ Partially constructed in 4 districts (Bathinda, Ferozepur, Moga & Patiala). Yet to be made functional. ƒ Work started and in progress in 3 districts – (Amritsar, Mansa & Nawanshehar) ƒ Work yet to be started for 3 districts – (Jalandhar, Hoshiarpur & Ludhiana) o Rs. 2.50 crore has been released under State Level Punjab Nirman Programme during the year 2006-07 for District Amritsar, Ferozepur, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Bathinda, Nawanshehar, Patiala and Faridkot o Rs. 1.50 crore has been released by the Planning Department during 2006-07 for district Amritsar, Mansa and Nawanshehar out of total budget allocation of Rs. 3.00 crore. o Exp. Upto 31/3/07 is Rs.1.50 Crore. Status report of Ambedkar Bhawans is at Annexure 39.5

39.6 Houses to Houseless SCs in Rural and Urban areas - CH(D)1

Scope of Work – o To provide houses to SCs families who are either houseless or having Kacha houses in dilapidated condition. o Grant @ Rs.50,000/- to each SC BPL houseless family is to be given for the construction of new school consisting of one room, one kitchen and one bathroom.

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o Annual Target - 20,000 families. Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement 08 during 2007-08 10.00 - - -

Progress so far- o About 2.00 lac SC BPL families are houseless or having kacha house. o 18098 houses have been constructed by the Welfare Department so far and 1,81,902 families are yet to be covered.

39.7 Free Text books to SC students studying in Ist to 10th class (Non Plan)

Scope of Work- To provide Text books free of cost to SC students studying in Ist to 10th class.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 16.50 - - -

Progress so far – o During 2006-07, Text books had been supplied to 14, 00,000 SC students studying in Ist to 10th classes by 15th May, 2006 for the academic session 2006-07. The books have been printed by Punjab School Education Board and have been supplied by them to the students. It was decided in the meeting held on 16/5/06 under the chairmanship of Secretary Welfare that the work relating to printing of books would continue to be entrusted to Punjab School Education Board. o Expenditure upto 31/3/2007 – Rs.15.88 crore.

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o The tentative order for printing of books for academic session 2007-08 has been sent to Punjab School Education Board

To be Done-The Chairman of the Board to go ahead with the printing of books to avoid any delay.

39.8 Free Text books to SC girls students studying in 10+1 and 10+2 (SC BPL girls) SCE(S) 4

Scope of Work- o To provide Text books free of cost to the SCs girls of BPL families and studying at school/college level in class 10+1 and 10+2. o Annual target - 9000 beneficiaries and financial requirement – Rs. 0.80 crore.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 0.80 - -

Progress so far- o Rs. 50.00 lacs cleared by Planning Department on 9/5/2006. This was a new scheme. The Finance Department cleared this scheme on 30/8/2006 for release of Rs.50.00 lacs. By that time books had been purchased by the students on their own. o No expenditure has been incurred during 2006-07 as F.D. did not release the funds. No amount has been released in the current year.

Target date: 31/3/2008.

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39.9 Attendance Scholarship to SC primary girl students - SCE (D) 2

Scope of Work- o Under this scheme, attendance scholarship @ Rs. 50/ per student per month for 10 months in a year is awarded to SC girls studying in primary classes subject to the following conditions:- ƒ Their parents should not have more than 2 children in the family. ƒ Their parents should not have more than 5 acres of land. ƒ Minimum 75 % class attendance is required for award of scholarship. ƒ Their parents/guardians are not income tax payees o Annual target – 4,00,000 beneficiaries and financial requirement Rs. 20.00 Crore

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 2007-08 20.00 - - -

Progress so far- o During 2006-07 expenditure of Rs. 15.00 crore has been incurred upto 31/3/07 for disbursement of attendance scholarship till the month of March to 3,59,408 primary girls students. o Details of physical & financial is at Annexure 39.9.

39.10 Post Matric Scholarship to SCs students (Non Plan)

Scope of Work- o To provide scholarship to SC /ST students whose parents/guardian income from all sources does not exceed Rs.1.00 lac pa. o Scholarship is paid for studying at post matriculation or post secondary stage to enable the students to complete their education.

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o Scholarship includes maintenance allowance, additional allowance for students with disability, reimbursement of compulsory non-refundable fees, study tour charges, Thesis typing/printing charges and book bank facility for specified courses. o 100% budget is provided by GOI over above the committed liability of State Government. o Rate of scholarship varies from Rs. 140.00 to Rs. 740.00 per student per month for the following courses as per detail below -

Group Maintenance Allowance (Rs. per beneficiary per month) Group-I ( For Post Graduate Hostlers Day scholar Course In Engineering, Medicine 740.00 330.00 Management & others) Group-II (Other professional 510.00 330.00 Courses not covered in Group-I like CA/CWA/CS etc. Group-III (All other courses 355.00 185.00 leading to Graduate or above degrees) (Not covered In Group I & II) Group-IV (All Post matriculation 235.00 140.00 Level Course before taking up graduation like 10+1 and 10+2)

Funds- The amount is spent by the state government and then reimbursed by the Cental Government. (Rs. Cr )

Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement 08 during 2007-08 14.50 - - -

Progress so far- o A amount of Rs. 1387.30 lac released till March., 2007 to DPI (C) (Rs.7.27 Crore), DPI (SS) (Rs.4.00 crore) DTE (Rs.2.45 Crore) and DRME Rs.15.00 lac.

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o During 2006-07 expenditure incurred is Rs.1387.30 lac and beneficiaries covered 60,000. o Annexure at 39.10

39.11 Pre Matric Scholarship to SCs students (Non Plan)

Scope of Work- o To provide scholarship to SC /ST children of traditional scavengers of dry latrines, tanners, flayers sweepers, who have traditional link with scavenging to pursue pre-matric education. No income ceiling has been described for award of scholarships under the scheme. o The scholarship may be given to students enrolled in class I or any subsequent class up to matric in the case of day scholars and in class III or any subsequent class up to matric stage in case of hostellers. The scholarship will terminate at the end of class X. The duration of scholarship in an academic year is ten months. o 50% of the total expenditure will be borne by the GOI (over and above the committed liability) and 50% by the State Government. o Committeed liability of State Govt. for 2007-08 is Rs.19.65 Crore. o Rate of scholarship by GOI is as under:-

Class I to V Rs.40/- p.m. for 10 months in a year Class VI to VIII Rs.60/- p.m. for 10 months in a year Class IX to X Rs.75/- p.m. for 10 months in a year

o An adhoc grant of Rs.550/- per annum, per student, to all students i.e. Boarders as well as Day Scholars is provided. o Annual Target 9072 students & financial requirement Rs.90.00 lac.

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Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement 08 during 2007-08 0.55 (SS) + - 0.35 (CS) = 0.90

Progress so far- o During 2006-07 expenditure incurred is Rs.70.90 lac and beneficiaries covered 8664.

39.12 Promotion of Education amongst educationally backward classes in the Punjab State - Scholarship to Scheduled Caste and backward classes students – State Government Scheme (Non Plan)

Scope of Work - o To provide scholarship to the students belonging to scheduled caste and backward classes studying from 6th class onward. Admission fees and tuition fees paid by the students is also reimbursed to them. Scholarship is given to those SC & BC students whose parent/guardians annual income is not more than Rs.50, 000/- and 24,000/- p.a. respectively. o Only those Scheduled Castes students are covered under this scheme who are not covered under the scheme of post matric scholarship of Government of India. o Rate of scholarship under the scheme is as under -

Class/Course Category Rate 6th to 8th Class SC/BC Boy Students Rs.30/- P.M. SC/BC Girl Students Rs.40/- P.M.

9th to 10th Class SC/BC Boys & Girls Rs.75/- P.M. (Ist Division) Rs.60/-- P.M. (IInd Division) Rs.50/- P.M. (IIIrd Division)

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Pre University SC/BC Rs.15/- P.M.

B.A.B.Sc. -do- Rs.20/- P.M. M.Sc. M.A.M.Sc & M.Sc -do- Rs.25/-P.M. Honours B.T/B.Ed. -do- Rs.20/- P.M. M.Ed -do- Rs.25/- P.M. J.B.T/MIL Classes -do- Rs.15/- P.M. Diploma Courses BC Students Rs.25/- P.M. Training Course -do- Rs.15/- P.M. Diploma in Library -do- Rs.20/- P.M. Science L.L.B. B.Com. -do- Rs.25/- P.M. Diploma/Degree of Phy. Edu. o Annual Target- 6,00,000 students. Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement 08 during 2007-08 23.00 - - -

Progress so far- o During 2006-07 expenditure incurred is Rs.1880.82 lac and beneficiaries covered 517274. o Refund of examination is Rs.58.00 lac. o Annexure at 39.10

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39.13 Scheme for post matric scholarship to other backward classes(100% CSS) - CS (SC) 7

Scope of Work- o To provide post matric scholarship (Senior Secondary + all kinds of college education) to all those OBC students whose parents/guardian income from all sources does not exceed Rs. 44,500 per annum. o Rate of scholarship varies from Rs. 90/- to Rs. 425/- per month depending upon class and course of study. o Value of scholarship includes maintenance allowance, reader charges for blind students, reimbursement of compulsory non-refundable fees, study tour charges, thesis typing charges for complete duration of courses. o Annual target- 24374 beneficiaries and financial requirement – Rs.7.50 crore.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007-08 Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 2007-08 7.50 - - -

Progress so far- o A sum of Rs. 2.40 crore was spent during the year 2006-07. This permission was granted and the amount was distributed among the Departments as follows – ƒ Rs. 1,16,07,560/- to DPI (SE) ƒ Rs. 1,14,51,800 to DPI ( C ) ƒ Rs. 4,20,327/- to DRME and ƒ Rs. 13,15,313/- to Director Technical Education o Exp.incurred during 2006-07 is Rs.102.20 lacs.

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39.14 Pre matric scholarships to OBC students (50:50 CSS) - SCE (S) 3

Scope of Work- o To provide pre matric scholarship to those OBC students whose parents/guardian income from all sources does not exceed Rs.44500/- pa. The rate of scholarship is at under- o Class I to V - Rs.25/- p.m. per student for 10 months in a year o Class VI to VIII - Rs.40/- p.m. per student for 10 months in a year o Class IX to X - Rs.50/- p.m. per student for 10 months in a year. o Adhoc grant of Rs.500/- p.a. per student is also given to days scholars. o Annual target – 104000 beneficiaries and financial requirement – Rs.8.60 Crore. (Rs.4.30 crore CS + Rs. 4.30 Crore SS).

Funds- (Rs.Cr) Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 08 2007-08 4.00 (2.00 CS - + 2.00 SS)

Progress so far – During 2006-07 1,00,000 beneficiaries have been covered for payment of scholarship for April, May & July, 2006 within an amount of Rs.2.00 crore.

39.15 New courses/vocational training in ITIs for SC students - SCE(S) 5

Scope of Work – o This is a new scheme for providing skill development/vocational training in NCVT/SCVT trades to the unemployed SC youth with guarantee employment/self employment, foreign immigration etc.

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o Trainees possessing certain minimum qualification as per NCVT/SCVT norms will be provided skill development training in different trades of ITIs of Technical Education & Industrail Training Department. o Special efforts will be made for providing employment by placement cell of Department of Technical Education. o Majority of the trades are of one year or two years duration. o Annual target - 50,000/- candidates and financial requirement – Rs.125.00 Crore.

Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement 08 during 2007-08 7.00(ACA) - - -

39.16 Financial Assistance to SC youth for flying training of Commercial Pilot Licence - SCE(S)6

Scope of Work – o To provide commercial Pilot Licence Training to poor Scheduled Castes o Any candidate who fulfills the minimum qualification of 10+2, has to pass the written examination and he has to clear the medical exam as per the flying standard will be eligible for this course. o Family income limit under this scheme would be Rs.3.00 lac per annum. o The total cost of Commercial Pilot Lience training course will be about Rs.10.00 lac per trainee o 50% of the total cost of training i.e. Rs.5.00 lac will be provided by the State Government and the remaining part of the training course would be arranged as a loan from PSCFC.

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Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement during 08 2007-08 1.00 - - -

39.17 Encouragement Awards to SC girl students for pursuing 10+2 Education - SCE(S)7

Scope of Work – o To provide encouragement awards to the SC students who take admission in 11th classes. So as to check the high drop out rate and to increase the literacy amongst Scheduled Castes girl students at Sr. Secondary level. o Each SC girl of class 11th standard will be provided a lump sum amount of Rs. 3000/- every year. o All SC girl students studying in class 11th and 12th would be provided a bicycle free of cost if the facility of higher education is not available in their villages. o Wards of Non Tax paying families will be covered under this scheme. o Annual target -10,000 SC girl students and financial requirement- Rs. 4.00 Crore. Funds- (Rs. Cr ) Outlay 2007- Released Utilised Additional Requirement 08 during 2007-08 1.00 - - -

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