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LOK SABHA

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(Proceedings other than Questions & Answers)

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Wednesday, July 17, 2019 / Ashadha 26, 1941 (Saka)

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Re: Tension on Indo-China border.

THE MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI RAJ NATH SINGH)

responding to the issue raised by an hon. Member, said: I failed to understand the

reasons why the hon. Member raised this issue in the House. I would like to say

that the entire nation should remain assured about the security of the borders of the

country. Mostly there has been peace and tranquility prevailing on the Indo-China

border. But sometimes untoward situations have been arising over there at local

level due to the differences of perception about the Line of Actual Control. This is

a fact which cannot be denied. Such a situation has been prevailing over there

since 1962. The absence of the commonly delineated Actual Line of Control has

been the main reason for the emergence of such a situation between India and

China. There are a slew of mechanisms between India and China such as Border

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Personnel Meetings between local commanders, flag meeting and hotline to stave

off situations like incursions, transgressions, and face off etc. Besides, special

representative talks are also held at the diplomatic level, generally at the NSA level

in order to sort out the long term issues. Moreover, there is a Working Mechanism

for the Consultation and Coordination also under which parleys are also held at the

Joint Secretary level and this continues to go on usually at the interval of six

months. An informal summit was held between the top leaders of India and China

in the Wuhan city in April, 2018. The entire country is aware of this summit

which was held between our Prime Minister and the President of China. Special

emphasis was given in this summit on maintaining peace and tranquility on the

Indo-China border. Both the leaders issued strategic guidance to their respective

armed forces after the summit, so that a conducive atmosphere may be created for

a better dialogue and mutual trust on the borders of both the countries and better

management of border affairs could be made possible. The Government of India is

fully conscious of the security requirements of the country. I would like to assure

the House that we review the security situation from time to time and take

appropriate decisions. Moreover, roads, tunnels, railway lines and air fields are

also being developed along the Indo-China Borders in order to ensure the integrity

and security of the country. The Government has give its clarification on the

Doklam issue and I would not like to say anything further on this issue. The

existing agreements are being respected by both India and China, so that peace and

tranquility could be maintained on the border.

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*MATTERS UNDER RULE 377

(1) SHRI RAMESHBHAI L. DHADUK laid a statement regarding toll

free movement of local vehicles in Porbandar Parliamentary

Constituency.

(2) SHRIMATI PRATIMA BHOUMIK laid a statement regarding

need to increase the MSP for rubber.

(3) SHRIMATI RITI PATHAK laid a statement regarding need to

provide employment to local people in industrial units in Sidhi &

Singrauli districts, Madhya Pradesh.

(4) SHRI CHATTAR SINGH DARBAR laid a statement regarding

need to expedite Maksi-Godhra and Chota Udaipur - Dhar railway

line projects.

(5) SHRI RAMESH CHANDER KAUSHIK laid a statement regarding

street vendors.

(6) SHRI RAHUL KASWAN laid a statement regarding need to check

release of polluted water in Indira Gandhi Canal.

* Laid on the Table as directed by the Speaker/Chair.

(7) SHRI KUNAR HEMBRAM laid a statement regarding need to

establish Santhali medium Eklavya Schools & Jawahar Navodaya

Vidyalayas in Jhargram Parliamentary Constituency, West Bengal.

(8) SHRI R.K. SINGH PATEL laid a statement regarding need to

construct overbridge on Banda Manikpur railway route in Uttar

Pradesh.

(9) SHRI RAMCHARAN BOHRA laid a statement regarding water

problem in Jaipur, Rajasthan.

(10) SHRI KANAKMAL KATARA laid a statement regarding need to

declare Mangarh Dham in Banswara (Rajasthan) a site of national

importance.

(11) SHRI PARVESH SAHIB SINGH VERMA laid a statement

regarding mosques and graveyards being built on government land in

Delhi.

(12) DR. JAYANTA KUMAR ROY laid a statement regarding a

dumping ground in Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal.

(13) SHRI TEJASVI SURYA laid a statement regarding handwritten

medical prescriptions.

(14) SHRI SUMEDHANAND SARASWATI laid a statement regarding

need to run long distance trains via Sikar district in Rajasthan.

(15) SHRI JOHN BARLA laid a statement regarding the Border Area

Development Programme.

(16) SHRI SUSHIL KUMAR SINGH laid a statement regarding

construction of roads under Bharat Mala project in Bihar.

(17) ADV. DEAN KURIAKOSE laid a statement regarding need to

decommission more than 60 year old dams in the country.

(18) SHRI ANTO ANTONY laid a statement regarding Sabari Railway

Line project in Kerala.

(19) SHRI BENNY BEHANAN laid a statement regarding rise in

fraudulent and misleading advertisements.

(20) SHRI K. SHANMUGA SUNDARAM laid a statement regarding six

laning of Karur to Coimbatore road.

(21) SHRI T. R. V .S. RAMESH laid a statement regarding opening of

Kendriya Vidyalaya at Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu.

(22) SHRI KANUMURU RAGHURAMA KRISHNARAJU laid a

statement regarding introduction of a new UDAY AIC double decker

train and its stoppage at Tadepalligudem railway station, Andhra

Pradesh.

(23) SHRI SUDIP BANDYOPADHYAY laid a statement regarding

disinvestment of public sector undertakings.

(24) SHRI SANTOSH KUMAR laid a statement regarding need to

provide better rail connectivity to Purnia in Bihar.

(25) SHRI HAJI FAZLUR REHMAN laid a statement regarding

establishment of mega cluster for wood carving industry of

Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh.

(26) SHRI RAMULU POTHUGANTI laid a statement regarding setting

up of Kendriya Vidyalayas in Nagarkurnool Parliamentary

Constituency of Telangana.

(27) SHRI K. NAVASKANI laid a statement regarding setting up of

industries in Ramanathapuram Parliamentary Constituency, Tamil

Nadu.

(28) SHRI HANUMAN BENIWAL laid a statement regarding need to

provide adequate compensation to farmers in Rajasthan.

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UNION BUDGET -2019-2020

DEMANDS FOR GRANTS-2019-2020

Ministry of Rural Development and Ministry of Agriculture and

Farmers Welfare- Contd.

SHRI KODIKUNNIL SURESH: The Kuttanad package as of now is

stopped by the Central Government. I urge the Government to reimplement

Kuttanad package. The renovation and reconstruction of AC canal is necessary. I

seek funds from the Government for the purpose. I seek necessary funds for

renovation and redevelopment of Thanneermukkom bund. I demand that the

Government allocate funds for the strengthening of bunds in both upper Kuttanad

and lower Kuttanad region. I demand the Union Government to increase the MSP

for paddy. I urge the Government to establish a Kuttanad agricultural development

authority that will function as an advanced research centre engaged in production

of high yield rice varieties, technologies in sustainable farming, and evolving new

specialized methods for enhancing yield. I would also urge the Government to

allocate funds for upgrading following centres:- The rice research station

Mankombu, Alappuzha District Kerala, Krishi Vigyan Kendra under Kerala

Agricultural University Kottarakkara and Central hatchery chengannur, funds for

setting up ‘National Paddy Board’.

SHRI P. RAVEENDRANATH KUMAR: The total amount of grants is

Rs. 4610 crore which is pending with the Central Government for the State of

Tamil Nadu. I request to release the pending grants. I urge upon the Central

Government to release the funds for implementing the following schemes in Tamil

Nadu. Rs. 9800 crore for National Horticulture Mission for year 2019-20, Rs. 16

crore for National Bamboo Mission for year 2016-17 and 2017-18 respectively, Rs.

5903 crore for nodal approval for National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture

Scheme for the year 2019-20, Rs. 60 crore for strengthening the various wings of

Department of Seed Certification and Department of Organic Certification. I

request to devise a policy enabling to incentivise the farmers for adopting efficient

ways of water usage in cultivation. I request for effective coordination between

agriculture sector and MGNREGA. In my Theni Constituency, a lot of crops-

mango, grapes, coconut etc. are grown. So, I request the Government to set up an

agriculture products market in my constituency.

DR. BHARTIBEN DHIRUBHAI SHYAL: Our Government have directly

connected the farmers with banks, sidelining middlemen, so that farmers get cent

percent benefit of central schemes. Today, food and other material is easily

available. Attention has been paid to rural development. Women’s respect has

been increased by providing toilets and free gas connection. Neat and clean fuel

has been given. Free electricity connection are being given in villages. Small

population of villages are also being connected by roads.

SHRI BHALUBHAI DHANORKAR ALIAS SURESH NARAYAN:

The condition of farmers in Maharashtra is very pathetic. Distressed farmers are

compelled to commit suicide. No allotment has been made since 2017-18 to

provide diesel subsidy for drought affected and rain deficit areas. Around 500

crore of rupees have been deducted in comparison to 2018-19 under ‘Drop More

Crop Scheme’ of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana. The Government has

also deducted fund in the Budget for Integrated Watershed Management

Programme framed for conservation of water and redressal of drought problem.

Huge deduction has also been made in the Budget of ‘Har Khet Ko Pani’, under

other part of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana. The insurance companies

have got more benefits in comparison to farmers under ‘ Prime Minister Crop

Insurance’ Scheme. 21.29 lakh farmers got first installment in Maharashtra under

Prime Minister Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana but the number of beneficiaries has

reduced to 15.02 lakh in second installment. This time special emphasis is being

given on Zero Budget farming but Budget is only of 2 crore of rupees. The Budget

of Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana has increased from 300 crore rupees to only

325 crore of rupees, whereas, subsidy allocation for chemical fertilizers has been

increased to 9900 crores of rupees. Adequate irrigation facilities and proper cost

of produces should be given to curb the suicides being committed by farmers. I

will spend all my salaries on welfare of farmers and I urge upon the Government

that additional grants should be given to such Members so that more farmers could

be benefitted.

DR. SUBHASH RAMRAO BHAMRE: In this Budget, the Government

aims to invest widely in agriculture infrastructure and allied areas, and has also

sought support from private entrepreneurship for value addition in farm sector.

PM has rightly said that, “ We are now looking at farmers as exporters. There is

tremendous potential for our farmers to grow exponentially.” For fisherman

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana has been announced. The Government

has allocated Rs. 805 crore to Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY).

The Finance Minister said the Government will go back to the basics on one count:

zero budget natural farming (ZBNF). The Government will ensure that farmers

benefit from the electronic national agricultural market, or e-NAM. At present, the

primary challenge before our Government is to keep up to its target of doubling

farmer incomes by 2022 and in this Budget, a number of important steps have been

taken in this direction. As far as the rural development is concerned, the total

allocation for rural development has been increased from Rs. 1,35,109 crore in

2018-19 to 1,40,762 crore this fiscal. To give a push to rural infrastructure, Budget

2019-20 proposes to make 1.25 lakh km of roads under Pradhan Mantri Gram

Sadak Yojana under Phase III. The Budget also proposes to build 1.95 crore

houses under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana in rural areas. Every single rural

family will have electricity and LPG connection by 2022. Under the Scheme of

Fund for Upgradation and Regeneration of Traditional Industries, 100 new clusters

will be set up in 2019-20. All rural households will be provided with piped water

supply by 2024 under the Jal Jeevan Mission. The allocation to the National Rural

Drinking Water Mission has been increased by 81.8% over the revised estimate of

2018-19. Swacch Bharat Mission will be expanded to undertake solid waste

management in every village. Allocation to National Livelihood Mission has also

been increased by Rs. 3,481 crore (55.3%) over the revised estimates of 2018-19.

Our Hon. PM rightly said, this Budget is for a ‘New India’.

SHRI JANARDAN SINGH SIGRIWAL : I would like to draw attention

of the Government towards problems of my Lok Sabha Constituency,

Maharajganj, Bihar: to conduct high level investigation regarding the roads

constructed under PMGSY; stern action should be taken against the persons

responsible for construction of inferior quality of roads; to construct the roads

under PMGSY which have not been constructed so far; to establish cold storages in

all blocks to store fruits and vegetables produced by farmers; to give special

emphasis on the quality of work being executed under MGNREGA, to conduct

high level of investigation regarding works executed under this scheme at Jalalpur

block in my Lok Sabha Constituency; to give special emphasis on the quality of

houses being constructed under Pradhan Mantri Aawas Yojana; to give special

attention to the irregularities being committed regarding benefit being given to

farmers under the Prime Minister Crop Insurance Scheme; to initiate legal action

against persons found guilty in the scheme by constituting high level committee

comprising banks, blocks and brokers; and to set up stationery soil testing

laboratory in all blocks of my parliamentary constituency.

SHRI G.M. SIDDESHWARA: Hon. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi

ji introduced various pro-farmer schemes like- Neem-coated urea, soil health card

and Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana but the responsibility of implementation

of schemes is lying on the officials of the Departments. PMFBY is not effectively

implemented in my District. Farmers are deprived of the benefits of the PMFBY

in my Davanagere Lok Sabha Constituency. Under these circumstances, how can

farmers come forward to continue with the insurance scheme by paying the

premium? Another point, I would like to mention that while preparing the list of

crop loss at the Gram Panchayat level, the officials concerned are not conducting

the survey in an appropriate manner. The wrong entries are made by them. It is

due to such irregularities, poor farmers are deprived of their due benefits under the

Insurance Scheme. Union Government should issue necessary directions to the

State Governments to ensure proper implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal

Bima Yojana.

SHRI SUNIL KUMAR SINGH: The NDA government is working with

commitment to double the income of farmers by 2022. Under the Pradhan Mantri

Fasal Bima Yojana, an amount of Rs.14000 has been given in the Budget. Under

this scheme, 28% of the area and 27% of the farmers are covered. The annual

Assistance of Rs 6000 will be given to all peasant families across the country. The

scheme is expected to benefit about 14.5 crore farmers in the country. Our

Government has increased the Minimum Support Price of the crops. The growth

rate of agriculture in Jharkhand is very low. An institutional framework for

promoting the cultivation of oilseeds and pulses should be developed in Jharkhand.

Storage facilities should be set up for storing fruits and vegetables in Jharkhand. A

Special package should be provided for this. A total of 1.17 lakh rupees have been

allocated to the Ministry of Rural Development. Under Pradhan Mantri Gram

Sadak Yojana total Rs. 2583 crore has been given for areas affected with Left

Wing Extremism. The government has allocated Rs. 9024 under the National

Livelihood Mission in the Budget. The Budget has allocated Rs.60 thousand crore

for the MGNREGA scheme. I suggest that the MGNREGA scheme should be

linked with agriculture and irrigation. I also request that with a view to strengthen

the Panchayati Raj system, the financial powers should be given to Panchayat

Committee, the Panchayat Committee Member and the Zilla Parishad in

Jharkhand.

SHRI S. C. UDASI: The Agriculture Centre of Excellence's main aim to

encourage innovation in agriculture, technology and research. Haveri and Gadag

district is having suitable climatic and soil condition to grow various Horticulture

crops. I shall be grateful, if you could kindly direct the concerned to being setting

up centre of Excellence in Haveri and Gadag as early as possible. Agriculture

Produce Market Committee Haveri is the one of the biggest markets for cotton and

Maize in Karnataka. The space in the main market year is not enough, the financial

position of the committee is not strong enough. Therefore, I request you to extend

seeking financial assistance. The PM-KISAN scheme was launched in February

2019 provide income support of Rs. 6,000 per year to farmer families. MSP is the

price at which the government agencies purchase farmer's produce of certain

notified crops. Public procurement is limited to a few such as paddy, wheat and to

a limited extent, pulses. Less than 5% of the agricultural household cultivating

major crops, such as rice and wheat, insured crops. Lack of awareness about crop

insurance among farmers was the major factor for not insuring their crops. Small

and marginal farmers face various issues in selling their produce in APMC market.

SHRI VISHNU DAYAL RAM: A number of steps have been taken in the

present budget for farmers and the farm sector. The budget proposes to create

10,000 new Farmer Producer Organisations in the next five years which will give

economies of scale for farmers. Likewise, budget also speaks to create 75

thousands new entrepreneurs for agro based rural industries. Pradhan Mantri

Matsya Sampada Yojana propose a strong management arrangement for the

fisheries sector. This will address the critical gaps in the value chain. The budget

has made the allocation of Rs 1,51,518 crore for agriculture and allied activities,

of Rs 1,40,762 crore for rural development which also affects farmers’ life and

of Rs. 9682 crore for Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana. The allocation

for irrigation aims to bring 53% corps under irrigation coverage by the year

2022 and also to complete all pending irrigation projects by the end of the year.

Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojan covers 28% area and 27% farmers. The

government is taking number of steps to increase the farmers’ income by two

folds. The second phase of PMAY-G aims to provide houses for 1.95 crore

eligible beneficiaries. The third phase of PMGSY is to start, under which 80,250

km long roads will be upgraded with the expected expenditure of 1,2500 crore in

next 5 years. Total 20,000 km of roads under the PMGSY scheme has been built

using green technology, waste plastic and Cold Mix Technology, thereby has

reduced the carbon footprint.

SHRIMATI SHARDA A. PATEL: The government has been focusing on

the development and prosperity of the villages, the poor and the farmers since the

inception. In this context, various schemes are being implemented by the

Government. In this regard, I think, more emphasis should be given to promote

animal husbandry in the agriculture sector as it has high wage growth rate. The

government should take measures for public investment, particularly from

corporate investment, in agriculture. Market interventions and post-harvesting

processes should be given priority. The capacity of farmers to withhold their

produce should be enhanced and the infrastructure for storing dry and wet

produces should be strengthened. The sustainable farming techniques such as

water conservation, integrated farming system, watershed management and organic

farming should be implemented in agricultural production. The focus should be on

allied farming activities like apiculture, mushroom cultivation, agricultural forestry

and other infrastructural reforms.

SHRIMATI RAKSHA NIKHIL KHADSE: I request the Government to

formulate such schemes under MGNREGA which could benefit farmers and

labourers both. The works related to Agriculture sector can also be included

under MGNREGA. Bamboo production is the highest in my Parliamentary

Constituency Raver. I demand that a bamboo cluster under SFURTI scheme and

a technology incubator should be set up in Raver. The Government has

introduced a pilot project of Mega Ground Water Recharge for which DPR is

under preparation. I request that DPR should be prepared at the earliest and the

project be started without delay as it can be a revolutionary step in increasing the

ground water recharge. I also request the Government to construct Research

Development Centers for Banana and Cotton in my Parliamentary Constituency.

There is a proposal to set up Central Farming Machinery Training and Testing

Institute in my area. I request the Agriculture Minister to issue orders for setting

up this institute as it would benefit the young farmers and will promote self-

employment as well.

KUNWAR PUSHPENDRA SINGH CHANDEL: My Parliamentary

Constituency comes under the backward region of Bundelkhand and Anna Pratha

is a major problem in the entire Bundelkhand area. There is a need to construct

large number of Gaushalas to solve this problem. Genetic upgradation of

indigenous cattle breed is also required for this purpose. Paan farming is under

crisis in my area. I request the Government to make efforts for conservation of

Paan farming and set up a Pann Research Centre at Mahoba. The T.B.O.

programme to promote the development of oilseeds should be launched on priority

basis in Hammirpur and Mahoba districts. Clusters should be set up under

SFURTI scheme to promote apiculture in my Parliamentary Constituency

Hammirpur.

SHRIMATI VEENA DEVI: The Government has fixed a target to

construct 1.95 crore houses during 2019-22. These houses will have the facilities

like toilets, electricity and LPG connections. Under third phase of Pradhan Mantri

Gram Sadak Yojana, 1,25000 Kms. of roads would be upgraded. We have

increased budget allocation for rural development. Our Government is committed

for the continuous development of our villages. A provision of Rs. 14000 crore

has been made under Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. Allocation of Rs.

75,000 crores under Pradhan Mantri Kisan Yojana is a commendable step.

SHRIMATI GITABEN VAJESINGBHAI RATHVA: The farmers are on

the path of development with the initiatives taken by the government. Farmers are

very happy with the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi

Yojana. My parliamentary constituency Chhota Udaipur is a tribal dominated area

in the state of Gujarat and it consists of 4 districts Chhota Udaipur, Narmada,

Panchmahal and Vadodura. The entire constituency is farmer dominated and there

are big challenges before them for livelihood. I would like to request the

government to make a separate zone consisting of these four districts and make

allocation of funds for its development.

DR. HEENA VIJAYKUMAR GAVIT: A truly agriculture and rural

development-focussed Budget, it has adequately met the twin objectives of growth

and inclusiveness. An announcement of formation of 10,000 new FPOs over the

next five years is a step towards the same. The government's impetus is to promote

non-farm activities to boost economic viability of farmers. A new scheme -

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana - will give enough confidence to those

who are in fisheries sector, to enhance their income. Rural artisans have received a

holding hand from the government in a cluster based development approach that

will upgrade regional and traditional industries, benefiting about 50,000 artisans.

The concept of zero-budget farming, which some farmers have exemplarily proved

to be viable, will boost the confidence of farmers.

SHRI PARBHUBHAI NAGARABHAI VASAVA: The farmers and

people living in the rural areas across the country are very happy with the

revolutionary steps taken by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer's Welfare and

Ministry of Rural Development. The farmers have got a new ray of hope with the

introduction of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. The Government is

providing assistance to farmers for purchasing fertilizers and seeds. It would very

useful to upgrade the roads connecting villages with rural markets in changed

economic scenario. The government aims to provide internet connectivity to local

bodies in every Panchayat to bridge rural-urban digital divide. I support the

Demands for Grants brought by the government.

SHRI AJAY TAMTA: India is primarily an agriculture based country.

The Government is committed to fulfilling its assurance of welfare of the farmers

and providing them full benefit of their toil and doubling their income. The

provision of direct income support at the rate of Rs. 6000 in three installments to

the farmer families owning up to 2 hectares of land under the Pradhan Mantri

Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana in the interim budget of 2019-20 would definitely

benefit the farmers. Migration is a big menace in my state Uttarakhand, the

farmers are getting disillusioned due to the terror of monkeys and wild boars on the

agricultural lands. I would suggest that such schemes should be formulated for the

hilly areas which accrue income to farmers and enhance the demand for their

produce across the country. The Government has also paid special attention to the

development of rural areas. The Government has geared up to provide housing to

every rural person who does not own a house of his own by the year 2022. My

state Uttarakhand is a hilly area and the rural habitations are also scattered and

identification of the deserving beneficiary is also quite difficult. The Pradhan

Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana has played a vital role in the social and economic

upliftment of rural areas. I welcome the announcement of the third phase of this

scheme. The entire Gram Panchayat should be covered in identification of of

roads for construction in rural areas so that all the areas deprived so far from road

connectivity could be well connected. The Government has taken various effective

measures for rural development which will definitely change the picture of rural

India by giving it a new dimension.

SHRI RAHUL RAMESH SHEWALE: The problems of farmers is due to

the poor planning and less allocation of funds for the welfare of farmers, marginal

increase of minimum support price for different crops and also loss of crops due to

natural calamities. Due to all these problems, in the period between 1995 to 2014

over 3 lakh farmers have committed suicide. Concrete steps should be taken

towards regulating the kind of crops that must be grown in particular regions. The

mismanagement of scarce water resources leads to depletion of the ground water

capacity of the region, adversely affecting the farmers involved in cultivation in

drought prone area. In Andhra Pradesh, the number of suicides committed by

agricultural labourers is 3 times that of farmer suicides. There is need to focus on

the widows of the farmers who have committed suicide and their families. The

absence of an accurate and updated NCRB data regarding the number of farmer

suicides is a major drawback which needs to be addressed. There is an urgent need

to set up crop insurance schemes. This should also be supplemented by providing

emergency financial assistances, setting up welfare centres, regulation of the

informal loan sectors and proper implementation of crop insurance all over the

country.

THE MINISTER OF AGRICULTURE AND FARMERS WELFARE;

MINISTER OF RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND MINISTER OF

PANCHAYATI RAJ (SHRI NARENDRA SINGH TOMAR) replying said: I

wish to inform the hon. Members that our Government is doing its best for rural

development and has been making endeavours to provide for maximum budget as

per its budgetary capabilities. Also, provisions for sufficient funds are being made

under each head. This Ministry's Pradhan Mantri Grameen Sadak Yojana has

brought significant changes in the lives of rural people. Under the first phase of

this scheme, 1,66,000 habitats have been provided road connectivity. Similarly,

Government had targeted to construct 50,000 kms. of roads under the second phase

of this scheme out of which 29000 kms. of roads have already been constructed.

The Government targets to construct 1,25,000 kms of roads in the third phase

which is likely to be completed by the year 2024-25. Secondly, earlier roads were

constructed at the rate of 76 kms. a day whereas, today we have touched the figure

of 135 kms. a day. I wish to inform that our Government has developed an

Application called 'Meri Sadak' through which one can stand on any road and file a

complaint about the quality of road constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Gram

Sadak Yojana. As far as the quality of roads is concerned, a three level monitoring

mechanism has been put in place. Monitoring at district level is done by GM and

his team whereas State Quality Monitors have been put in place by the State

Government at the State level. Even then, if any complaint is received, it is

investigated by the National Quality Monitor. I wish to assure this august House

that quality standards have been ensured under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak

Yojana and sufficient funds are also being provided under this scheme. As far as

MNREGA is concerned, we have tried that infrastructure built through MNREGA

should be useful for people for a long period of time. Apart from that, allocation is

also being continually increased with regard to MNREGA. Now, 99 per cent of

the payment are being made into the bank accounts of the MNREGA labourers and

it has been ensured that there are no middlemen. All the infrastructure built under

MNREGA have been Geo-Tagged also. I would also like to say that MNREGA in

its present form is somehow already associated with agricultural activities but still

it has some limits. Secondly, various Members have suggested that payments to

agricultural labourers should be made through MNREGA. But I am of the view

that there are some difficulties involved in it. With regard to Pradhan Mantri Awas

Yojana, I wish to inform that it has gone a long way in changing the life of rural

India. Under this scheme, 1.53 crore new houses have been built. Our Government

is set to construct 1.95 crore new houses by the year 2021-22 and sufficient funds

have been provided for that purpose. Our Government is committed to provide

houses to all people by the year 2022 and would be able to fulfil the resolve of our

hon. Prime Minister. Similarly, Ujjwala Yojana has been launched to provide LPG

cylinder to the poor people. Also, electricity is being provided to poor people

under the Soubhagya Yojana. Apart from that, our Government has provided

training to approximately 8 lakh people under the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Grameen

Kaushal Yojana, out of which five lakh people have already become self

employed. I am pleased to say that the Ministry of Rural Development is making

endeavours through "Deen Dayal Antyoday Yojana and Rashtriya Grameen

Ajivika Mission" across the country and the results have been very encouraging.

Under this programme, we also run "Mahila Kishan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana". I

am pleased to share that more than 2 lakh crore rupees have been provided to Self

Help Group through banks during the past years. With regard to agriculture sector,

there are a number of achievements made by our Government. This Government

is committed for the welfare of villages, the poor and the farmers. I am pleased to

say that in all, 13 schemes and 18 sub schemes are being implemented in the

agriculture sector. Our Government has made a provision of 8078 crore rupees for

agricultural related research in this Budget. Today, we are self-reliant in terms of

foodgrains.

If we are self-dependent in the field of foodgrains today, the entire credit for

this goes to the agricultural scientists of the country. During the last five years,

agricultural sector has gained a lot of respect and now even the educated people are

joining this field. About 10000 laboratories, mobile laboratories have been set up

for soil health card. Soil health card is very useful from the point of view of saving

water, increasing productivity and using less and fixed quantity of chemical

fertilisers and pesticides. Taking the water crisis seriously, a separate Ministry of

Jal Shakti has been set up. A campaign has been launched in the entire country for

water conservation and maximum use of MNREGA funds will be made for

conservation of water. The Government is working actively in the field of organic

farming under which North-Eastern States have been given priority. There was a

time when each farmer used to face urea crisis. Today, queues for urea have ended

totally and each farmer is getting sufficient quantity of urea and black marketing of

urea has ended. Under Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, an effort has been

made so that the farmers get maximum benefit at the lowest premium. We are

working to ensure that each farmer get a Kisan Credit Card. This Government has

done the maximum procurement at the MSP. Earlier, only 2 crops - Wheat and

Rice - were procured, but this time the Government has made all out efforts to

procure pulses and oilseeds. We want to further strengthen e-NAM project and the

farmers will make good profits through online sale-purchase. The entire country

has welcomed the Kisan Samman Yojana. We are planning to formulate a new

Rural Warehousing Scheme because the small farmers are unable to bring and

keep their produce in the large warehouses. If we want to make India an economy

worth 5 trillion dollars, then farmers' contribution is imperative to achieve that

goal. We will make smart farms, smart farmers and even smart India. With this, I

would request that the Demands for Grants be passed. One senior hon. Member

perhaps said that I have stated that all the farmers have become prosperous. I

never said so. Still, I did submit that a small farmer works on his field with five

family members and if their wages are divided by 365 days, their wages are quite

paltry. However, the Government of India is making all out efforts to increase

their income gradually. Efforts are underway to augment irrigation, subsidy,

pension, PM Kishan Schemes and the MSP. If a farmer shifts from wheat crop to

growing fruits, that may add to his productivity as well as his income. Such efforts

are made in a gradual process. The Government of India is committed to make the

farmers prosperous and well off. The PM Kishan Yojana is linked with

landholdings and at present about 14.5 crore farmers are beneficiaries under this

scheme. One hon. Member referred to the housing scheme, but ever since the

scheme to provide one room housing unit with kitchen and toilet has been

introduced, people started thinking in terms of the provision of a two room set to

the poor people. At present, this scheme has been designed with one room set but

in future, the suggestion of the hon. Member will be kept in mind. A vast land area

in our country is rain fed and barren and it is not used for farming. The ICAR has

done some work in such rain-fed areas and the agricultural area of the farmers has

been increasing. Hon. Minister of Finance said that the food giver is to be made

the energy giver. This is not a mere slogan. Our food giver farmer has such

farming land upon which no crop can be grown. But such farmers can produce

solar energy on such agricultural fields. The Government of India will buy power

from them. This is our future scheme. Now I request that the Demands for Grants

relating to my ministries be kindly passed.

All the cut motions moved were negatived.

All the Demands for Grants were voted in full.

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UNION BUDGET -2019-2020

DEMANDS FOR GRANTS-2019-2020

Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

SHRI B. MANICKAM TAGORE initiating said: India is an old country,

but a young nation. In this financial year, the hon. Finance Minister has allotted

Rs. 2,216 crore to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The Government has

also made some promises, for example, Young Leaders Programme, setting up a

National Youth Advisory Council, for encouraging innovation and

entrepreneurship, students' loan and setting up of Neighbourhood Youth

Parliament across India. But all these promises have been kept as promises only. I

presume that this House has the right to know the deliveries made by the

Government on its written promises mentioned in the policy document. The

Neighbourhood Youth Parliament, Young Leaders Awards and National Youth

Advisory Council were programmes to encourage leadership amongst youth but

have seen zero budget allocation. The youth hostels have hardly seen any capital

allocation. Out of the 80 hostels under Youth Hostels, only 50 are in functional

state. I would like to request the hon. Minister to stay in one of such hostels to see

the conditions prevailing there. We need to have a concrete plan and not tweets

and challenge videos to make a difference in the fields of sports. I would now like

to speak about Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan. Beyond the paltry token sum

allocation of Rs. 257 crore, 39 per cent of the posts in the organization are lying

vacant. As an autonomous body, it should have formulated NYKS Pension Trust

with a seed money of Rs. 25 crore for the benefit of pensions as is being done in

other autonomous bodies. Will the Minister take action in this regard? We take

pride in taking over Britain in GDP capitalization, yet we fail to overtake sporting

ambitions of our colonial rulers. I hope that the Minister will look into it and

convince the Finance Minister to allocate more funds to the Ministry of Sports.

Youth clubs are on the verge of disappearance in villages. In each Panchayat, let

us have one youth club which will be funded with an amount of Rs. 1 lakh per

year. I would like to suggest that these kinds of steps will have to be taken up in

rural areas to engage the youngsters in rural areas.

SHRI BRIJBHUSHAN SHARAN SINGH: Our former Minister of Sports

as well as present Minister of Sports are present here during this discussion. Our

hon. Prime Minister does out of box thinking on many issues about which nobody

else thinks that way. This comes out of serious deliberation and contemplation.

This kind of deliberation and contemplation has resulted in formulation of schemes

like Khelo India, Start up India, Skill India, Make in India and Yoga Day. The

same deliberation and contemplation also led to Mann ki Baat like programme.

Such things are not created out of vacuum but out of serious contemplation. Our

association with sports is not something new. The sports like wresting, archery

and many other games have been very popular from time immemorial. The

sportspersons used to be honoured and respected in those times also. Today,

sportspersons of the world wish that they would have been born in India because

the Government of India gives enormous funds to them. The Government of

Haryana has decided to give six crore rupees to those who win gold in Olympics.

The hon. Minister need to pay special attention towards the Sports Code. The

Government should either remove the cap on terms or keep it restricted to at least

four terms. The maximum age of 70 or 75 years can be retained. No one will have

any objection to it. The Khelo India campaign will yield good results. The

Government of India and the corporate houses have been providing all types of

facilities to the sports persons. Further, I would like to say that we hire foreign

coaches in a very large number and we spend a huge amount of funds for this

purpose. We can, instead, engage foreign coaches in Netaji Subhash National

Institute of Sports to train Indian coaches for two or three sessions. It will end our

dependence on foreign coaches and sharpen the skills of Indian coaches. If we are

able to raise the bar for our coaches, we shall be able to set everything in order in

the world of sports.

DR. KALANIDHI VEERASWAMY: I request that the Ministry be

renamed as ‘Youth Empowerment and Sports’. I feel that the budgetary support

provided to the Ministry is inadequate. I request the hon. Minister to revive the

Khelo India scheme especially in rural areas. My constituency in Chennai is the

most backward, economically and socially. Setting up of sporting facilities will

divert the focus of local youths and help them improve their lives. I request the

Ministry to set up infrastructure and deploy personnel for development of football

and boxing. The Mahatma Gandhi Sports Complex building has a very poor

infrastructure. I also request that all the blocks in Tamil Nadu should be provided

with a sports complex.

SHRI PRASUN BANERJEE: This is the first time that our Government

has started a discussion on youth and sports. There are a number of autonomous

bodies under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports but there is a lack of co-

ordination between them. I am sorry to say that I have no firm idea about Khelo

India scheme, which was launched in 2017. I humbly suggest to the hon. Minister

that he must allow only the persons from sports arena to become the policy makers.

There is no need to involve a person with political background or bureaucrat in it.

I want to say something about football. The Government should bring football

players from Gujarat, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and all other States.

Sportspersons need to be provided with wherewithal and proper training.

Besides, persons with adequate exposure to sports should be made part of selection

process. There should be symbiotic approach to things rather than harboring

parapatric outlook in terms of turning our aspiring youth into a national asset.

KUMARI GODDETI MADHAVI: Under the Department of Sports, the

Khelo India Programme, National Sports Federation and the Sports Authority of

India have the highest allocations. This is a good move. I would request the

Government to utilise these funds. Sports has been included as a sub-sector under

social and commercial infrastructure. This status makes the sports sector eligible

for obtaining long-term financial support from banks and other financial

institutions at par with other infrastructure projects. This move has increased the

flow of investments into the sports infrastructure sector. I would like to request the

Government to consider a slew of recommendations made by the Standing

Committee on Human Resource Development. Alongside, at least one indoor

sports facility should be set up in my Parliamentary constituency, Araku.

SHRI DHAIRYASHEEL SAMBHAJIRAO MANE: It is very necessary

for the Government to wake up to the problems faced by the sportpersons. In the

rural areas the number of playgrounds are few in number which leads to the lack of

proper opportunity for the youth despite having passion for sports. There is a good

number of talented youth who desire for participation in the matches and

competitions but fail to do so as no matches are held there. I would like to urge

upon the Government to set up training centre there and there should be an

integrated sports centre in every tehsil. Numerous indigenous sports are there

which are of Indian origin and are yet to be popular for want of requisite

recognition and promotion. Such sports also need to be given impetus.

SHRI VIJAY KUMAR: There has been huge increase in the budgetary

allocation for sports in the year 2018-19 as against previous years. I would like to

urge upon the Government to set up an international stadium for sports in my

parliamentary constituency Gaya which witnesses massive visit of foreigners. It is

necessary to promote sports there. Less than 15 per cent people of the country are

equipped with sports facilities. My submission is that other than causing

awareness among people on this count, Sports Universities should be set up in all

the States of the country. Proper arrangements should be made for sports events

especially in the backward States like Bihar in order that the youth of Bihar may

also get equal opportunity to participate in the competitions like those belonging to

the other States of the country.

SHRI ACHYUTANANDA SAMANTA: Youth is the future of tomorrow's

India and the sports has a tremendous potential to save this future. We are on the

right path to becoming a sporting powerhouse. The Khelo India Programme has

been launched to revive the sports culture in India at the grassroot level by building

a strong framework for all sports played in our country and establish India as a

great sporting nation. The State Government of Odisha has created world-class

infrastructure to host many global sporting events. It has hosted many events like

the Junior Women's Rugby Tournament, 22nd Asian Athletics Championship,

Men's Hockey World League and also World Cup Hockey. Odisha is shaping the

future of sports in India. I support the Demands for Grants relating to the Ministry

of Youth Affairs and Sports.

KUNWAR DANISH ALI: India has so many talents and it could be

number one in sports in the world. More opportunities should be made available to

the youth. If we facilitate them with proper infrastructure they can be world class

players. There is a nexus of politicians and bureaucrats in Sports Associations.

This must be ended. I would like to request the hon. Minister of Sports to

construct a stadium in my Amaroha Parliamentary Constituency. There are so

many talented youth in my Parliamentary Constituency.

COL. RAJYAVARDHAN RATHORE: Being a sportsperson I can

proudly say that focus on sports has increased. Sports and sportspersons are being

honoured now. The life of a sportsperson is full of challenges. If a player wants to

play and he does not get proper opportunity or proper platform then it is a big

challenge. Our Government is providing ample opportunities to the sportspersons.

One can get more knowledge in the field of sports than sitting in a class room.

Sports also play a role of diplomacy. Cricket diplomacy between India and

Pakistan is its clear example. For the first time an Olympic Task Force has been

constituted and sports experts have been placed therein. Youth games have been

introduced under ‘Khelo India’ programme for the youth in the age group of 17-21

years. We have also organized ‘Khelo India’ games’ for the first time and about

7000 sportspersons have participated in these games. Every child does not get a

chance to participate in Common Wealth or Asian Games but we can give them a

feel of Common Wealth games at school level. Prime Minister’s ‘Khelo India’

vision envisages that a sportsperson who play presently at school level will be

playing at international level in the coming ten years. We have developed a mobile

App and we are going to start selection process through this mobile Application.

The Government has fixed a target to set up a sports school in every district. I

thank the hon. Finance Minister for announcing to constitute a National Sports

Education Board. Coaches are very important. We have decided to provide 30 per

cent incentives to grass root coaches, 30 per cent to intermediate coaches and the

rest 40 per cent to the coaches of international level. We want to develop

community coaches. The salary of coaches should be sufficient enough and fee

structure should be reasonable. There is no dearth of funds with the Ministry of

Sports. The Government will fulfill all types of financial requirements in the field

of sports through the National Sports Development Fund. Funds for the Ministry

of Sports have also been enhanced in the Budget. We have so much of potential

that we must set a target to achieve 100 Olympic medals till the year 2032.

SHRI MOHAMMED FAIZAL P.P: I am thankful to this Government for

according so much importance to this Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. This

is a welcome step. We should give much importance to sports for the youth of our

country. I would like to draw the attention of this Government to my Constituency

Lakshadweep. We do not have swimming infrastructure there. I would like to urge

upon the Government to kindly provide an international standard swimming pool

in Lakshadweep. We need technical experts to train our youths so that they can be

taken forward in a right way to yield good results for our own nation. India has the

real caliber in remote paces. Lakshadweep is an area where you need to

concentrate on many aspects. I urge the hon. Minister to support us with more

funds.

SHRI T.N. PRATHAPAN: Sports and the physical fitness of the people

can decide the successful future of that country for this, for this, central

Government should take more concern about it. The States and union territory

Governments and national agencies and boards of education to include physical

education in the school-college curriculums. Open fitness and sports facilities in

rural areas. We need to develop stadiums and play grounds in the rural areas.

TSGA indoor stadium in Thirprayar, Thrissur- My constituency, is the first village

indoor stadium in India. I request to the Central Government to provide financial

assistance to establish a coaching centre for volleyball, basket ball and badminton

under Sports Authority of India in TSGA indoor stadium in Thriprayar. We need

to provide special packages under Member of Parliament fund to developing the

playgrounds in schools and colleges in this constituency. In my Constituency, I

request to include the athletic and play grounds of Christ College, Irinijalkuda,

Guruvayur Srikrishna College, Chondel Al Ameen School, Nattika Fisheries

school, under Khelo India. 2% job reservation should be considered to encourage

the younger generation in sports and games. I request to Central Government to

establish a National Sports University in Thrissur, under Central Health Ministry.

Traditional games and physical activities like Kalarippayattu should be promoted

through such centres of excellence.

SHRI SUNIL KUMAR SINGH: The Government is launching several

schemes regarding employment generation for the youth of the country. An

announcement has been made by the Government for constituting a National

Sports Education Board under 'Khelo India' Programme. For this purpose,

budgetary allocation is being increased every year. Under the scheme 'Khelo

India', the Government proposes to provide a wider base and achieve excellence in

sports. In my Lok Sabha Constituency Chatra, Latehar and Palamu districts which

are left wing extremism affected areas, sports competitions should be organised

under 'Sports for Peace and Development' component of 'Khelo India'. A training

centre of Sports Authority of India and an astro turf ground should be sanctioned

for hockey in Latehar district. The Government of India provides regular financial

assistance to organisations like Indian Mountaineering Foundation (IMF), National

Adventure Foundation (NAF), Sea Explorers Institutes for organising adventurous

activities under the National Programme for Youth and Adolescent Development

(NPYAD) to promote adventurous activities. My request is that necessary steps

should be taken develop adventurous sports in Netarhat region of my Lok Sabha

constituency under the National Programme for Youth and Adolescent

Development through Indian Mountaineering Foundation.

SHRI B.Y. RAGHAVENDRA: The Ministry has introduced many

schemes and programmes for the development of sports. Under these schemes,

'Khelo India' scheme is an Umbrella scheme. This programme has been introduced

to revive the sports culture in India at the grass-root levels. To popularize sports at

all levels, the National Sports Education Board for development of sportsperson

will be set up under Khelo India Scheme. The Government plans to improve skills

of youth in newer areas like artificial intelligence and robotics which are valued

highly within and outside the country. This will ensure high paying jobs for them

both in India and abroad. To make India a hub of higher education, the

Government proposes 'Study in India' to bring in foreign students to pursue

education here. The Government's budget announcement to lay focus on new-age

skills will boost efforts to equip the country's youth with new-age technology and

skills which are market-relevant today. The allocation to the Sports Authority of

India was increased by Rs. 55 crore to Rs. 450 crore. The overall allocation for

encouragement and awards to sportspersons was increased by Rs. 94.07 crore. The

importance of adopting sports and education for the success of youth development

has been recognised by the Indian Government. National Sports Policy, 2011

stresses on the point that sports and physical education play an important role in

developing human capital, increase productivity and foster social harmony.

Schools in India are gradually beginning to realise the importance of sports in the

overall development of children. If the Government and educationalists initiatives

are properly laid down, one can see a different face of the students in the future.

Specialised degree programmes in various sports education and coaching

disciplines are envisaged in the future. I request the Government to sanction Rs. 2

crore each for all eight talukas of my constituency to implement and develop these

schemes. I also request to open a Sports Authority of India office to know the

benefits and get grants for the entire development of sports.

SHRI K. SHANMUGA SUNDARAM: Coimbatore, which is located in

western part of Tamil Nadu, is the Manchester of South India and the second

largest industrial city of Tamil Nadu having more than one crore population but no

international events are conducted there. There is a long pending request from the

people of western Tamil Nadu regarding construction of sports stadium of

international standard in Coimbatore. It is requested to kindly allocate funds for

the project and do the needful.

SHRI S. R. PARTHIBAN: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has

the mandate of developing sports facilities and encouraging sporting talent in

India. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has been allocated Rs. 2,216 crore

in 2019-20. The Sports Authority of India is the nodal agency at the national level

to promote excellence in sports. I am representing Salem Parliament Constituency,

the condition of the stadium here is found unchanged for a long time. This

Stadium is being maintained by Tamil Nadu sports Development Authority,

without the basic requirement and facilities such as running track, fully grass

football court, renovated basketball court and so on. The stadium has been

constructed without proper drainage facilities, rest room facilities, drinking water

management facilities, dormitory accommodation facilities, synthetic running track

with lighting facilities, open rubber floor tennis court, gallery with sitting chairs

and fully grass football court etc. I request to the Ministry to setting up

infrastructure of the Mahatma Gandhi Stadium, Salem, Tamil Nadu through the

Sports Authority of India (SAI).

SHRI K. SUBBARAYAN: More than 50 per cent of Indian population is

below the age of 25 and more than 65 per cent below the age of 35. It is expected

that, in 2020, the average age of an Indian will be 29 years, compared to 37 for

China and 48 for Japan. The unprecedented unemployment and frustration of

unemployed youth will prove dangerous to the society. Increasing youth

population in India combined with failing rural economy is a graver challenge.

Government has to address the issue with all seriousness. A comprehensive

National Youth Policy should be adopted and effectively implemented in the field

of education, training, skill, economic activity and encouragement into

professional sports. Adequate fund allocation alongwith proper implementation of

schemes should be made.

SHRIMATI APARUPA PODDAR: Our Government should take the

present generation seriously as the youth population is growing fastest in the

poorest nations. We must invest our time and resources to ensure the youth truly

become innovators, thinkers and problem solvers. Sports has never been a priority

for a majority of Indian parents and their kids. Due to poverty lot of talent goes

undiscovered to compete at the level of Olympics. Lack of facilities at the

grassroot level is major problem. Government schools and colleges lack basic

infrastructure that can encourage sports. The concept of school sports and college

sports has to be brought in Indian Education System. Allocation of financial

resources for sports is meager in India. In Union Budget 2017-18, Rs. 1943 crore

has been allocated for sports. For my parliamentary constituency sanction for

construction of sports complex/stadium in Arambagh should be granted.

SHRI SUDHAKAR TUKARAM SHRANGARE: In this Budget, the

Government has paid special attention towards the progress and welfare of the

youth of the country and promoting sports. The Government has launched the

Rashtriya Yuva Shashaktikaran Karyakram. 1 crore youth will be provided

training of various skills under Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana. The work

has also started in the direction of providing training of new skills such as artificial

intelligence, internet of things, big data, 3D printing, virtual reality and robotics to

the youth of the country. 'Khelo India' scheme has been launched to promote

sports and the Government is committed to provide all kinds of financial assistance

for its expansion. There is a proposal to constitute National Sports Education

Board for the progress of sportspersons in this Budget. I strongly believe that the

youth of this country will be empowered from these dedicated efforts and our

country will create its own special identity in the field of sports in the world.

SHRIMATI RANJANBEN BHATT: India is one of the biggest countries

of the world in view of area and population. India is among a few countries which

have maintained the popularity of indigenous sports among its people. Our

government has increased sports budget by Rs. 214.20 crore along with increasing

the budget of Sports Authority of India for the financial year 2019-20 and

encouraging sportspersons. Under Khelo India, National Sports Education Board

will be set up to popularize sports, growth of sports and sportspersons. In the end I

thank the present government of the Centre for encouraging sports and

sportspersons through this integrated General Budget.

SHRI MANOJ TIWARI: People did not give much importance to the

sports in olden days but now sports have become very attractive in terms of money

also. The present Government is giving much recognition to the sports persons.

The sports persons should get the assistance when they need it most. Their

felicitation on winning the medals only is not enough. There is a need to construct

stadia in the country especially in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and in my constituency in

Delhi. Some days back, National Sports University was inaugurated in Manipur

and now setting up of National Sports Education Board is a welcome step. Sports

keep the youth fit and healthy. There is a need to give more respect and

appreciation the sports persons.

SHRI SAPTAGIRI ULAKA: Unemployment is one of the key issues that

needs to be addressed urgently if we plan to grow our economy to a 5 trillion dollar

economy. We would need to formulate an effective policy for providing sports

infrastructure in rural, poverty striken areas specially aspirational districts. I would

request to draw the attention of the Government to have special focus on Koraput. I

would request the Government to allocate funds for construction of multi sport

stadium at Koraput and Gunupur. Special programs should be introduced to

identify and groom tribals and provide them adequate training/support to become

world class athletes/players. I would urge the Government to start Panchayat level

Premier leagues in Cricket. I request the Government to allocate funds towards

creation of sports club at panchayat levels. I would request the Government to

create a Cricket Stadium in KBK Region (Rayagad).

SHRIMATI SUPRIYA SADANAND SULE: Ministry of Youth Affairs

and Sports has allocated a total budget of Rs. 2,216 crore in 2019/20 compared to

Rs. 2,002 crore in 2018/19 budget. There has been an increase of 11% in the

budget allocation this year. I urge the government to increase the budgetary

allocations that are being made to the NYKS. The government needs to explain

why a reduction in allocation for NPYAD Scheme has been made. The

Honourable Finance Minister has specified in her budget speech that a new

National Sports Education Board was going to be established under the Khelo

India Programme. However, there does not appear to be any specific budgetary

allocation that has been introduced with respect to the same. I urge the Centre to

look into the issues relating to youth and sports affairs mentioned above and take

necessary corrective measures to create favorable conditions for sportspersons in

the country.

SHRIMATI POONAM MAHAJAN: Hon. Finance Minister has presented

a budget that is truly for New India. In the journey to become a $5 Trillion

economy, the biggest beneficiaries will be the youth of our country, who will form

34.33% of our total population by 2020. In view of this, the creation of the

National Research Foundation will enable youth to contribute to national economic

development. The support to sportspersons to reach their true potential has been a

priority for this Government. Its focus towards facilitating, mentoring and

honoring sportspersons in India has been streamlined and invested on with a

focused approach. I speak with personal experience of having seen the impact of

the Khelo India Initiative. Khelo India has successfully revived the sports culture

in India at the grass-root level by building a strong framework for all sports played

in our country and establish India as a great sporting nation. Prime Minister’s

vision to make sports a priority in the lives of the youth is beginning to bear fruit. I

would like to draw attention towards the promotion of Indian indigenous sports

including popular sports such as Kho Kho and Kabbadi to others such a

Mallakhamba, Vallam Kali of Kerala, Yubee Lakpee from Manipur. I humbly urge

upon the Government to take steps in ensuring the active promotion of our rich

sport legacy. I draw the Government’s attention towards the importance of

providing sportspersons with adequate access to mental health care. Dedicated

mental health professionals, who have trained in sports psychology, must be made

available to all sportspersons. I urge the Government to consider increased private

investment in sports, especially in low-income areas, institution of a uniform sports

centric curriculum for the teaching of P.E. in schools and increased collaboration

with universities abroad with respect to sport tournaments, exchange programs and

knowledge sharing.

SHRI HIBI EDEN: India would be the human resource capital for the

entire world by the year 2020. So, we have to channelise this demographic

dividend in a proper way. Sports need to be promoted in schools in a big way.

Drug abuse by youngsters is a serious concern. This can be mitigated by

promoting sports. So, there is a need to ensure that sports facilities and

infrastructure is available to all sports. Sports can provide the youth with career

opportunities also. The Nehru Yuva Kendra upholds unparalleled track record to

its credit. Allocation of funds for Nehru Yuva Kendra Clubs should be increased.

Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru's name should not be removed from the Nehru Yuva

Kendra. We have talents from the extremely rural parts of our country but

unfortunately, we are not able to tap them properly. There is a need to promote

football in the country. Right opportunity at right time is something which is very

important. So, I request the Government of India to increase funds for certain

games as well as to make sure that every panchayat, every municipality and

corporation of our country have open playgrounds and stadiums to promote sports.

SHRI SUMEDHANAND SARASWATI: Setting up of the National Sports

Education Board will give sports a new direction. Our revolutionary Ram Prasad

Bismil ji was an inspiration to the youth. In his book he wrote that he wanted to

inspire the youth of the country to go to the villages and impart education to the

children of the poor, the labourers and the farmers and make them cultured. Our

Government is also encouraging the youth of the country in the field of sports.

Today, our youth are imparting coaching in foreign countries. Sports make the

youth fearless and inculcate in them the capacity to make instant decisions. Sports

make them healthy also. Besides sports, Yoga and meditation is also very

important.

SHRI NALIN KUMAR KATEEL: It is very much essential to promote

the sports culture in every part of the country. The government has launched

‘Khelo India Scheme’ to create awareness for sports as an integral part of wellness

throughout the country. I welcome the new budget proposals to establish National

Sports Education Board for development of sportspersons as it would help to

strengthen the sports fraternity of India. The Union Government should take steps

to set up good sporting facilities at the grassroots, to widen their scope of activities,

incentivize all sportspersons with awards and scholarships including students. I

would like to request that the Government should take appropriate measures for

setting up of adequate number of Youth Hostels in the country including Karnataka

state.

DR. HEENA VIJAYKUMAR GAVIT: Over the last four Olympics, India

has increased its medal count, however, considering Indian population, the total

medal count is still low. Following measures can be taken up in order to ensure

good performance at the upcoming Olympics- it is important to prioritize a group

of sports and develop an outcome oriented action plan for each of these sports. The

priority sports should be ones with high winning potential as well as those in which

India has won medals in the past. It is valuable to scout and nurture talent from the

inaccessible tribal, rural and coastal areas of the country. It is important to identify,

sponsor and train talent early and at the right time. Rigorous efforts need to be

made to increase the pool of financial resources for the players. Increase in

monetary stipend to players will attract more and more talented people from

remote areas to take up sports. There is a need for hiring more number of national

and international coaches per sport, per training centre and location.

SHRIMATI REKHA VERMA: Today Indian youth is under immense

pressure due to competition, unemployment and lack of employment oriented skill.

They want better education and employment oriented training for better future

which should be provided to them. Educated young boys and girls are attracted

towards the cities due to lack of employment in the rural areas. Integrated food

parks should be set up in every district with a view to providing employment to

young farmers. Efforts should be made for involvement of the rural as well as

urban youth in the sports. The government needs to promote the sports like kho-

kho, kabaddi, wrestling, swimming, hockey, chess, tennis, volleyball and carom etc

connected with Indian traditions. The government also needs to focus on providing

for sufficient sports related resources alongwith playground in every village,

school and college. The government needs to make more efforts for increasing

participation of young girls in sports.

SHRI DEEPAK (DEV) ADHIKARI: The youth is the present of India.

Besides, they are the shaper of the India's future. The biggest problem of today's

youth is unemployment. It is the job of the Department of Youth Affairs to help

develop creative energies and personality of youth and involve them in various

nation-building activities. However, the Department is neither well equipped with

budgetary allocation nor human resource to fulfil its mandate. Together, 62 per

cent of the Ministry's allocation has gone to Khelo India, Sports Authority of India

and National Sports Federations. The schemes of the Department of Youth Affairs

are left only with a small share in the budgetary allocations. The Government's

flagship Khelo India programme has failed to attract young sporting talent. The

Central Government has spent over Rs.5200 crore in advertisements. If we use this

fund for the youth, the condition of the youth would be better. The youth who

want to pursue sports as their career, should get proper training and other facilities.

They should be assured of their secured future. Although, West Bengal is

providing financial and job related assistance to unemployed youth through

Yuvashree Scheme. There is a Khelasree scheme under which two lakh rupees are

given to clubs, organisations etc. just to promote sports. I would request the

Government to encourage the youth to come and participate for the betterment of

India.

SHRIMATI RAKSHA NIKHIL KHADSE: Thank you for giving me this

opportunity to speak for an important issue. The country has the world’s largest

youth-power. Khelo India is the scheme introduced by the past Government for

promotion of the school level sports at National Level. I am thankful to Hon'ble

Sports Minister for proposing and setting up a National Board in Sports. There are

many traditional games which have been included in the list of Khelo India. The

game named Langadi is included in the list of Indian Games but has not been

included yet in the list of National School Games. As the game has not been

included in the list of National School Games, the travelling concessions by

railway and the state road transport facilities are denied for participating players of

this game. This game is played in other countries like Nepal, Bhutan, Pakistan, Sri

Lanka, Thailand, Singapore, Ghana and Mauritius. The World is ready to

accept/play this Indian traditional langadi game but only stumbling block is its

non-inclusion in the National School Game list. The decision of inclusion of this

game will turn a mile stone in Indian history. There are three blocks in my Raver

Lok Sabha constituency with Tribal and Aadivasi population. I request to establish

a sports complex in this region. In addition, I thank the Government for

establishing the advance technology facilities and infrastructure with the National

Sports Education Board.

ADV. A. M. ARIFF: The Government is maintaining a studied silence on

the unemployment rate that stood at 6.1 per cent, the highest since 1972-73. The

educated youth are the most important resource of a country. It has to be noted that

unemployment and poverty is the root cause of anti-national activities. Stable and

secured jobs are the dream of every youth in our country, but public sector is

getting privatized. Reservation should be extended to the private sector that uses

the public resources. Skill development and upgradation should be given to

employees of each industry. Regarding sports, I would like to say that India’s

performance is very poor at the international level sports events like Olympics. As

competitors in the international sports events, we have failed in coordinating sports

and sports science together. We have no specific sports policy. Hence, I request

that the government should take constructive steps to use the youth power in our

country.

SHRIMATI DARSHANA VIKRAM JARDOSH: Today time has been

given for discussion on sports which shows that along with my Parliamentary

Constituency, Surat, my country is changing. Budget provision of Rs. 2216 crore

has been made for Khelo India Scheme. Budget of Sports Authority of India (SAI)

has been increased from Rs. 95 crore to Rs. 450 crore so as to enable National

Sports Authority of India to fulfill other requirements while providing equipments

for national camp. I am presenting such data because timely promotion and

encouragement lead the players to perform exceptionally well. Through you, I

urge upon the Minister that a sports centre covering four tribal areas should be

established. I hope that several talented players will win medals in the upcoming

Olympic 2020 and bring glory to the country.

SHRI RAJU BISTA: This is a youth oriented budget with a very keen

focus on transforming the sports culture in our nation. By declaring the formation

of National Sports Education Board (NSEB) this budget has widened the scope of

our ongoing ‘Khelo India’ program. The allocation to the Sports Authority of India

has increased by 55 crore to Rs. 450 crore. There is an urgent need to focus on the

following issues: Development of stadiums in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Siliguri,

Kurseong, Bijanbari and Mirik; Establishing Centre of Excellence in Sports in

Kalimpong; Conducting of more national team selection camp in the region;

introducing Special Scholarships for Mountain Children and Conducting national

games, national camps and other competition regularly in the region.

SHRI P. K. KUNHALIKUTTY: The young generation is very important

for a country but are we giving enough opportunities to them in whatever may be

the aspect? As regards giving opportunities for the younger generation, you should

encourage start-ups as start-ups give support to good ideas of the younger

generation so that they themselves could build their enterprise. There is no such

major initiative for that from your side. You are thinking about the New Education

Policy. There should be a place for skill development in your policy.

SHRI SYED IMTIAZ JALEEL: In India, sports and players have great

potential but we are lacking somewhere. A few tough decisions need to be taken.

Only those people should be brought into sports associations who have been

associated with sports and I think, only then, the level of sports will increase. The

hon. Minister has announced a sports university for Aurangabad. If you allocate

budget for it, it would be ready by the time you complete the current tenure of five

years as a Minister. In Aurangabad, people are crazy for football. It lacks

infrastructure for playing football but you will see people playing this game in

small fields, in alleys. If we develop those very talents in a proper manner, we can

send these talents to the Olympics in future.

DR. SANGHAMITRA MAURYA: The young generation today is very

much conscious about making his career in sports. The Government has

implemented many welfare schemes to benefit the youth. The Ministry of Youth

Affairs and Sports has made utmost efforts to implement various other activities

also. There is a need to construct a big stadium and auditorium and set up a modern

sports college or institute in my Lok Sabha constituency, Badaun.

SHRI VINOD KUMAR SONKAR: The demand for grants for the year

2019-20 made by the Ministry of Youth and Sports Affairs is also a road map for

today and for the next 10 years. The year 2018 has been a historic year for the

country in terms of achievements in the field of sports. The achievements of Khelo

India School Games, 2018 have been remarkable. India Infrastructure Finance

Company Limited (IIFCL) has contributed Rs. 10 crore to NSDF. The performance

of India in the Commonwealth Games has been remarkable. In order to select the

university which has exhibited top performance in sports and to award them with

Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad (MAKA) trophy in a justifiable and simple manner,

the Central Sports Minister has approved amendments in the guidelines for MAKA

trophy which were necessary. By taking a big step for the welfare of sports

persons, amendment in the pension of talented sports persons has been approved.

Inspired by the success of Khelo India School Games, another important step has

been taken for the development of sports by selecting 1178 sports persons in the

scholarship program under Khelo India Talent Identification Development

Scheme. National Anti-doping Agency (NADA) has done a commendable work to

free the school games from doping. National Sports University in Manipur will be

the first University of its kind in promoting sports education in the field of sports

science, sports technology, sports management and sports coaching. Indian players

have exhibited commendable performance in Asian Games, 2018 and Asian Para

Games, 2018 and India has shown exemplary performance in the Youth Olympic

Game (YOG) conducted in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay

National Welfare Fund (PDUNWFS) has been introduced for the welfare of

national players. The Ministry has provided fund and directed Indian Institute of

Management (IIM), Rohtak to start a two year course in order to strengthen the

sports ecosystem and to develop specialization in the various fields in the country.

A scheme named National Centre of Sports Sciences and Research (NCSSR) has

been started with an objective of promoting high level research, education and

innovation in relation to the good performance shown by the top level athletes. In

the National Youth Parliament Festival, 2019, the winners were given ‘National

Youth Parliament Festival 2019 Award. I request to set up a sports University in

my Parliamentary Constituency, Kaushambi which is a backward district in terms

of sports.

SHRI GANESH SINGH: I support the demands for Grants pertaining to

the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. Country has made progress in various

fields and sports is also in better position. I organise ‘Saansad Trophy’ for various

sports in my constituency. There is need to develop sports ground and provide

sports equipments for students in every village of the country. Priority should be

given to utilize CSR Fund for constructing stadia and organizing sports. Sports

Colleges should be set up in all the states including in my Parliamentary

Constituency Satna. Approval should be given to the DPR of Rs. 25.99 lakh for

repair of football ground in Dada Sukhendra Stadium in Satna. An announcement

has been made to constitute ‘National Sports Education Board’ as expansion of

‘Khelo India’ programme, it is a welcome step.

SHRI RAVINDRA KUSHWAHA: From Primary to Higher Secondary

schools, sports should be made a compulsory subject like other subjects so as to

incline children towards sports and country could get healthy and disciplined

young sports persons. My demand is that on the lines of cities, each village should

be allotted a separate field for sports for the construction of sports ground.

SHRI AJAY MISRA TENI: The work of two stadiums being constructed

in two blocks of my Parliamentary Constituency including tribal areas should be

expedited. Stadiums should be constructed in rest of blocks; search of sports talent

and construction of a well equipped stadium in headquarter, should be taken up. A

sports complex having the facilities of all the major sports should be constructed

and instructors should be appointed.

SHRI SAUMITRA KHAN : We have 5 crore rupees under MPLADS.

You should make provisions so that we can disburse at least Rs. 10 lacs to

sportsperson going to participate in National Athletics Games. There are many

sports played in my Constituency Bishnupur. I want a new stadium there. We

need Sports Authority of India training centre as well there.

SHRI HANUMAN BENIWAL : India needs to surge ahead in the field of

sports. Hon’ble Minister has integrated sports with education at school and college

level. Sports Promotion Schemes have been implemented throughout the country

to identify and promote sportspersons from age 8 to 25 years. Sports Universities

should be set up in every state. Sports talent should be honed in every village.

Children opting for sports should get free education from schools to college and

Universities.

SHRI RAVI KISHAN : I support the Demands for Grants of Ministry of

Youth Affairs and Sports. 65 per cent of youth are about the age of 35 years in the

country. Rs.1000 crore has been increased in the budget. We won 6 medals

including two gold medals in the year 2012. In the 2018, we won 15 gold, 24

silver and 30 bronze medals in Asiad Games. In the year 2018 during

Commonwealth Games, we won 26 gold, 20 silver and 20 bronze medals.

Children from our villages are quite capable. They should be given good coaches.

SHRI BHARTRUHARI MAHTAB: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and

Sports has been allocated Rs. 2216 crore in 2019-20 which is an increases of 11%.

Khelo India programme aims to identify and nurture sporting talent, encourage

mass participation of youth in sports competitions and create sports infrastructure.

There is need to open specialized sports hostels in different parts of the country on

the lines of Rourkela and Cuttack. I urge upon the Government to spend the

allocated funds appropriately in a time bound manner. A grievance redressal

mechanism should be established in all the NSFs. There is need to improve the

facilities for sportsmen and women in Odisha. Funds from MGNREGA can be

utilized to build rural stadiums in identified high schools. CSR Funds should be

utilised for improving sports facilities .

DR. VENKATESH NETHA BORLAKUNTA : All the programmes

which have been implemented or are going to be implemented by the Central

Government are appreciable. As far as Telangana State is concerned, we are a little

bit disappointed with regard to development of sports infrastructure in the State. In

spite of having so many stadiums, and the amount of encouragement being given

to the sports persons by the State, not a single rupee has been given to the State of

Telangana, which is the youngest State in the country. Whatever expenditure is

allotted to a particular Ministry or Department, should be given to various

institutions speedily. There is a lack of coordination between the National Sports

Federation and the Sports Authority of India. Sports persons should give top

priority to strengthen rural students who are anxious to participate in various

sports. Indigenous sports should be given top priority and encouraged.

SHRI NIHAL CHAND: Khelo India Programmed has increased awareness

about sports in the country and an announcement regarding establishing National

Sports Education Board has been made in this budget. The budget for Ministry of

Youth Affairs and Sports has been increased by 214 crores to Rs. 2216 crores. The

budget of Sports Authority of India has been increased by Rs. 55 crores to Rs. 450

crores. An allocation of Rs. 601 crores has been made for Khelo India Programme.

A Provision of Rs. 70 crores has been made for National Sports Development Fund

keeping in view the Olympic Games to be organized next year. Incentive to sports

person has been increased to Rs. 411 crores. A handball and basketball academy

in Lalgarh in Sriganganagar should be opened and an indoor stadium should be

constructed at Hanumangarh in my constituency.

SHRI RAJKUMAR CHAHAR: Establishment of National Sports

Education Board is a welcome step. Youth in rural areas are taking sports seriously

and working hard to win medals in individual sports events. They only need

facilities. There are good athletes of long jump, race, relay race, high-jump,

wrestling, javelin throw etc., in Bah, Akola, Fatehpur Sikri, Bichpuri, Kheragarh,

Jaitpur, Fatehabad etc., blocks of district Agra and if these athletes are provided

training and facilities in Akola and Bah they can win Olympics medals. Therefore,

these athletes should be provided training, necessary facilities and a stadium of

international level there.

DR. VIRENDRA KUMAR: Khelo India Programme helped the players to

give them recognition at national level. Coaching centers of Hockey, Cricket,

Basketball, Volleyball, Football, Table-Tennis etc., should also be established in

rural areas of the country. Traditional sports like Kabbadi, Kho-Kho, Wrestling

etc., should be promoted by organizing competitive events of these sports from

primary school to university level. The Government should promote Dahi Handi

and Matki Phod Karyakaram to popularize these events. Land and facilities should

be provided for wrestling rings in all states of the country. Gym should be opened

in rural areas and they should be run under guidance of trainer. Sports Authority of

India has started Hockey coaching centre in my Parliamentary Constituency

Tikamgarh but there is no facility of hostel for players. Therefore, a hostel should

be constructed there. Astro turf should be laid on Hockey ground of Tikamgarh

and grant should be provided for organizing hockey matches there so that players

do not face any kind of difficulties.

SHRIMATI LOCKET CHATTERJEE : Government is dedicated to

improving the condition of sportsperson and infrastructure for sports in the

country. My Government launched the scheme of “Khelo India” under which

Government now provides funds to every panchayat to develop a sports field with

facilities like drinking water, green fencing, toilet etc. Under the same scheme the

Government is also searching for sports talent. This scheme will encourage youth

to take up sports as life opportunity and will encourage them to perform better and

bring glory to our country on international platform. The Ministry is also

developing courses in various universities to facilitate the process further.

Government is also trying to create smart infrastructure for overall development of

sports in the country.

The Target Olympic Podium Scheme is a flagship program of the Ministry

of Youth Affairs and Sports which is an attempt to provide assistance to India’s top

athletes. Government is trying its best and working hard to ensure that our Tiranga

flies high during the Olympic 2020 and also providing the best support possible.

SHRI JASHVANTSINH SUMANBHAI BHABHOR : The Government

has launched a National Youth Sashaktikaran (RYSK) Karyakaram and it aims to

apprise all talented youths of the country of all government and non-government

schemes so that they may get timely benefits of the schemes. The eight schemes

has been brought under RYSK as sub schemes so that needy students/youths may

be benefited under all the schemes. The Government has launched Khelo India

scheme to encourage sports and scout new talents in the country. Its main objective

is to encourage talented sportspersons who are poor and desire to realize their

dreams. National sports scholarship scheme has also been merged into it. The

Government has proposed to set up a National Sports Education Board to promote

sports for talented sportspersons in the country.

SHRI P.P. CHAUDHARY : The provision to set up a National Sports

Education Board has been made in the budget to pave the way for setting up sports

colleges across the country by enacting the National Sports University Act. The

Budget for Sports Authority of India has been increased by Rs.55 crores and

budget for Khelo India National Programme has also been enhanced by Rs.50

crores. The sports Development Fund has been increased from Rs.2 crores to Rs.70

crores. The Government has launched Khelo India Scheme so that talented

sportspersons could scale the new heights. The main objective of the scheme is to

bring out the hidden talents of sportspersons and groom them for international

sports. The Government will provide more facilities under Khelo India National

Programme and Khelo India School Games to all those athletes who belongs to

poor families and desire to opt sports as career. The sportsperson selected under

the Programme are eligible for scholarship for eight years and Rs.5 lakhs will be

spent on each sportsperson per annum. I would like to suggest that trainers and

coaches should be made available for tier 2 and tier 3 cities so that youths of these

cities may not be deprived of required training.

SHRI JANARDAN SINGH SIGRIWAL: I urge upon the Government to

provide facilities for games and sports activities under my Parliamentary

Constituency such as construction of Sports Stadiums in all divisions and National

level stadium at Jalalpur divisional headquarters, appointment of adequate

trainers for different sports and sports trainer in school to promote sports at Gram

Panchayat level, need to provide government jobs for the sportspersons according

to their qualification and sports equipments at village level, steps must be taken at

earliest for the appointment of Woman trainers to increase enthusiasm among girl

students towards sports.

SHRI KHALILUR RAHAMAN : I urge upon the Government to initiate

adequate measures for putting a proper selection process in place to tap the

potential talent in the fields of hockey, kabaddi, football and other games and

other sports from the unexplored areas of the country particularly, Murshidabad

district in West Bengal and provide proper scientific training to nurture such

training.

SHRI RAM MOHAN NAIDU KINJARAPU: India has more than 50 per

cent of its population under the age of 25 years. What we need is a stable, skilled

and strong youth. That is what the country requires today. We need to trust in

their capabilities and potential and we must invest in their ideas and mentor them

to become agents of change, not just for tomorrow, but also today. How do we do

this? The major instrument to achieve this has been the National Youth Policy. It

has been formed earlier and in the year 2014, it was redrafted and reformed. It is

time to evaluate how this policy has been working and how much success it has

achieved. One of the important aspects of this Youth Policy is the formation of the

Youth Council also. As far as I know, there has been no Youth Council formed.

One of the biggest challenges with the Government today is that we have to listen

to the youth of this country. The National Youth Parliament should be organized

on a much wider scale and it should reach the ground level. I request the

Government to establish a proper set-up. The biggest challenge the Ministry of

Youth Affairs and Sports today has is that it has to work with 28 other Ministries

because youth is the major priority for 28 other Departments. We must also look

into as to how do we create sports as a healthy lifestyle and how do we use sports

as a viable profession?

SHRI SANJAY SETH: Hon. Prime Minister is committed to expand

'Khelo India'. Shri M.S. Dhoni should be made the President of Jharkhand

Olympic Association. The sports village in Ranchi should be streamlined. A

sports university should be set up in Jharkhand. There is a need to provide world

level foreign training to the players of Archery of Jharkhand. There is a need to

make serious effort in the field of Hockey. There is also a need to lay astro turf of

Hockey in Gumla, Lohardagga and Khunti. A cricket training centre should be

setup under the leadership of Shri M.S. Dhoni. Effort should be made to nurture

good sprinters in Jharkhand.

DR. M. K. VISHNU PRASAD: There are some key areas of concern for

today’s youth- education, job opportunities, channelizing their energy in

productive and constructive activities, orientation to basic and moral principles and

to make them away from drug abuse etc. Nearly about 40% of the India

population aged between 13 to 35 years is defined as youth according to the

National Youth Policy. The present policy pursued by the Central Governments

makes the youth directionless and rudderless. For Indian youth there is a need of

employment driven training, skill based education and job placement. The

Government should lay more emphasis on career oriented courses and connecting

the field work and industrial training. The unemployment rate is at 6.1 per cent in

2017-18, which is the worst in 45 years. It is imperative to generate employment

in agriculture and industry in this country. Under Khelo India Programme, the

Central Government should aim to take sports activities to the rural areas. Nehru

Yuvak Kendra Sangathan should focus more on filling up of vacancies in the

Centre because there are more than 40% vacant posts in those centers. Sports

Authority of India should take pro-active steps to improve infrastructure and

coaching facilities in rural areas and I would like to suggest that in my Arani

Parliament Constituency, there are a number of talented youth who can be trained

for coaching in various sports. The Banks should be involved for talent hunt at the

grass-root level. The Banks and financial institutions should formulate specific

Sports Policy at their respective institutions to focus their Corporate Social

Responsibility (CSR) activities on youth affairs and sports. Funds should be

allocated for establishing Youth training centre at Arani town, Sports Complex in

Vandavasi town and to construct Youth Hostel at Arani, Cheyyar in Tamil Nadu.

Under Arani Lok Sabha Constituency, the requisite infrastructure and equipment

support, coaching and other facilities under Sports Authority of India should be

provided and a centre under the Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth

Development, Sriperumbudur should be opened. There is a need to review

National Youth Policy to equip the vast youth to enter the labour market and

improve their employability. There is also a need to formulate effective

comprehensive policy to prepare youth for participating in international games and

to channelize their energy for building new India.

SHRI DILIP SAIKIA: The North-Eastern region has played a significant

contribution in India's making it big in sports competitions across the world during

the last few years. The Government has taken a major decision of establishing the

first Sports University for 130 crore Indians in Manipur. There are sufficient

resources and potential in the North-Eastern region. 10% of the total Union

Budget earmarked in the budget for the North East in the DoNER Ministry should

be spent by all the departments. Although sports is a state subject, the Budget for

this region should be increased and new centres of Sports Authority of India should

also be set up at new places. The condition of 7 Sports Authority of India is not

good, there is a need to ameliorate their condition by providing them funds. A

Sports Academy should be set up in Udalguri area of my constituency Mangaldai

and a Sports Authority of India centre should be set up in Nalbadi.

SHRI DEVJI PATEL: The tenure of our Government has been historic in

terms of achievement in the field of sports. We have achieved positive results in

nurturing top sports talents and identifying new sports talents at the grass-root

level. India achieved 3rd position in the Commonwealth Games. The Government

has taken a major step for the welfare of sportspersons. The current rate of pension

of medal winners in various international sports events has been doubled. 1178

sportspersons have been selected for the scholarship programme under the Khelo

India Talent Identification Development Scheme. The performance of India has

been outstanding in the Youth Olympic Game. Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhayay

National Welfare Fund for Sportspersons is being implemented for the erstwhile

outstanding sportspersons. Post-graduate diploma in other business management

courses along with business management in sports has already been started by the

Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Rohtak during the academic year 2018-19

after funding of the Institute by the Ministry. Sports is an integral part of the social

and cultural life of the country. There is shortage of basic amenities for

sportspersons in the Shivganj Teshil of Sirohi district. So, an indoor stadium

should be constructed here at the earliest. Today, there is a need to encourage rural

sports talents and to increase their inclination for sports.

SHRI RAHUL RAMESH SHEWALE: I come from Mumbai.

Maharashtra has produced many players in various sports mainly Cricket and

Athletics. But many of the Sports Associations of Maharashtra have not been

getting required Funds as per their demands. I request the Ministry of take up

initiatives to enroll the youth from the slum of Dharavi into programmes that

provide for free sports training along with stipends to those enrolled. I believe in

the idea that every district must have an individual Sports Complex for promoting

local talents and culture. We find that our sports women have been giving top

performances for the last few years in various sports on National as well as

International level sport events. In this respect, my submission is that promoting

female participation in sports should be made a priority for government.

SHRIMATI NAVNEET RAVI RANA: We have a very renowned sports

institution namely Hanuman Vayayam Prasarak Mandal in our district. Promising

players from different states visit our district and they are groomed there and they

rise up to national and international level players. Our State Government have put

forward certain demands to the Union Government. Some of demands includes:

demands of Synthetic tracks from Ratnagiri, demand of cycling track from Pune,

demand of Construction of Wrestling Centre from Dhulia and demand of Archery

Range from Amarawati. A meagre amount of Rs. 6 crore is required to meet these

demands. I also demand to provide Wrestling mat at every big taluka for the

youngster who are getting training there to become wrestlers. Maharani Laxmi

University of Physical Education has been set up in Gwalior and Manipur. I

request the government to set up a similar university in Maharashtra as well.

SHRI H. VASANTHAKUMAR: It is very unfortunate that we do not have

a policy for our youth even after 72 years of Independence. The youth of the

country should be engaged in national development activities and there should be

constant seminars, workshops to enlighten youth about the problems they are

facing in the society. Nowadays children are not at all engaged in physical

activities of any kind. Unless children have some physical exercises, their body

will not be a perfect condition. I suggest that sports should be made compulsory at

least upto school level and passing should also be made mandatory. There are

thousands of youngsters, who want to participate in the sports activities from my

constituency, but for want of coaching and training, they are unable to participate.

Therefore, I suggest that a Training Academy with a hostel facility may be set up

in my constituency under Khelo Scheme. People have forgotten the national game

of our country because of overfocussing on cricket. I request the government to

give adequate attention to other sports also. Kabaddi is played throughout India,

especially in rural areas and villages. But, unfortunately, this game has been never

given the attention it deserves.

SHRIMATI AGATHA K. SANGMA : The State of Meghalaya would be

hosting the 39th National games in 2022. The Government of Meghalaya has

proposed to conduct all 36 sporting disciplines and also two additional sporting

disciplines. This event is a very big event and is going to require many things like

proper training, putting in place proper systems and infrastructure. The total budget

that the State is proposing is Rs. 2199 crore and I would request our hon. Minister

for Sports and Youth Affairs, our hon. Prime Minister and our Finance Ministry to

look into the Budget and help us because we are a very small State.

SHRI RAHUL KASWAN: The Union Government has allocated a sum of

Rs. 2216 crores to the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs in the current financial

year, which is the highest in comparison to previous years. There is 11 percent

increase in the current year’s Budget compared to the last year. I request the

Government to kindly make additional provision under the scheme so that each

player of the country get proper resources. It is also need of the hour to incorporate

sports infrastructure development of the country. There is a lack of sports

infrastructure in Rajasthan, therefore, a provision should be made to construct a

stadium at every district level under the “Khelo India”scheme. I also request the

Government to establish a Sports Training Centre (STC) in Churu district of

Rajasthan. I further request the Government to kindly make the provision so that

local Member of Parliament has the power to elect his representative in each Youth

Club so that implementation and monitoring of all the schemes are undertaken at

village level.

SHRI NARANBHAI KACHHADIYA: Our Government has launched

Khelo India Programme Scheme with the objective of improving condition and

level of sports in the country. Government of India has merged Rajiv Gandhi Khel

Yojana, Urban Sports Infrastructure Scheme and Pratibha Khoj Yojana into 'Khelo

India' Scheme. The Government will provide training to sportspersons in the

country and Government of India has planned to spend Rs. 1756 crores on Khelo

India Scheme from 2017-18 to 2019-20. Talented youth are being provided

assistance under this scheme. Khelo India programme scheme has also included

All India level sports scholarship scheme under its ambit. Every year 1000 talented

players are being given scholarship under this scholarship Scheme. Every selected

athlete is being provided scholarship worth Rs. 5 lakhs every year and this

scholarship will continue to be provided continuously for 8 years. Khelo India

programme has helped in bringing out hidden talent in the country. Rural people

were not getting appropriate platform for showcasing their hidden talent. The

Government is planning to constitute National Sports Education Board in the

country to promote sports so that youth interested in making a career in Sports can

get some help. Our Government has launched National Youth Empowerment

Programme Scheme so that a better co-ordination can be established between other

Government schemes under the same. This scheme will help in getting better

results with available resources.

SHRI RAMDAS TADAS: Among the youth and students, interest in sports

is growing. The Government has launched ‘Khelo India’ Programme in order to

attract the youth towards sports and yoga. Indian style wrestling ‘mitti ki kushti’

has got a new identity again. I have been an Indian style wrestler since 1971 and I

am also winner of the title ‘Vidarbh Kesari’. Many important steps have to be

taken to promote sports. There are a large number of national level sportspersons

in Indian style ‘mitti ki kushti’, volleyball, kabaddi, kho-kho, football, carom in my

Lok Sabha Constituency Wardha, but the players have to face a lot of problems

due to the lack of playgrounds of international standards. Today, our country is

making progress in every field. Since last few years our sportspersons have

performed well at international level. We aim at winning maximum number of

medals in various events at international level and I have few suggestions

pertaining to this plan. There is a huge dearth of experienced trainers for imparting

training to the sportspersons in training centres of Sports Authority of India.

Adequate number of trainees should be recruited in these centres. The former

international players who were previously working in various Government

institutes under sports quota should be recruited under the recruitment drive in the

Sports Authority of India according to their eligibility and post as they possess the

experience of playing at international level as well as their exposure to training.

There are two educational sports institutes which provide training to the sports

trainers. Their courses have to be upgraded to international level. Physical

Education should be made compulsory at school and college level. Sports quota in

the Government departments have either been abolished or reduced. It should be

re-implemented and increased. It is important to provide modern sports equipments

in sports like shooting, cycling, archery etc.. There are a very few sports stadia in

the country. There is a need to construct multipurpose stadia. Each MP and MLA

of this country should adopt one or more sports in their respective constituencies

and should co-ordinate with the concerned State Association and National Sports

Federation in order to promote that specific sport. A national level sports policy

has to be formulated. The former international sportsperson should be given

maximum representation in order to end the victimization of sportspersons in

sports.

SHRI GAUTAM GAMBHIR : This is my maiden speech in the parliament

and I thank for giving me this opportunity. Sports build good habits, confidence,

discipline in citizens and make a strong nation. Under such a strong and dedicated

leadership of our Prime Minister, the nation should host Olympics 2032. We

should show better performance in Olympics 2032. Since year 1900, we have won

only 28 medals including 9 gold and in the year 1900 we stood 17th

and in the last

Olympics held in 2016 we stood 67th

. This government’s flagship programme

Khelo India is going to revive sports culture in our country. The government is

identifying and supporting potential medal prospects for 2020 and 2024 Olympics

games under Target Olympics Podium Scheme. The hosting Olympics will also

benefit the country otherwise. It will attract long term investments, create

infrastructure and promote tourism as well. The cities, hosting the Olympics

Games will usually have to invest in infrastructure and transport to cater for an

influx of tourists, add roads, build or enhance airports and construct rail lines to

accommodate the large influx of people. It will create the job opportunities and

additionally, thousands of sponsors, media, athletes and spectators typically visit a

host city bringing in additional revenues. It will create enthusiasm and excitement

for such an event. It will also provide short term economic benefits and India will

have an opportunity to prepare three cities – Guwahati, Mumbai and Delhi –

hosting Olympics as a world class sport destination. Therefore, India should try to

win hosting bid for big international sporting events like Olympic.

DR. RAJDEEP ROY : I appreciate the Government for providing grants

for sports in Budget, 2019. Nation is going through transformation in the fields of

sports and making great achievements. The government is going to provide good

coaches, infrastructure and financial help to sportsmen. Now a days, students are

opting for sports as they see a secure future and many patronages in this field.

Apart from cricket only, today the sports like Kabbadi, Atheletics, Football,

Badminton, Boxing, Wrestling, Archery, Hockey, Gymnastics, Tennis are in the

mainstream. The ‘KHELO INDIA’ scheme of the government has proved to be a

boon for the country and this scheme is going to give country sportsmen of

international level. The Government is going to attach more importance to football

also and our player may participate in Olympics football matches in future events.

Under visionary leadership of our Prime Minister sports culture in our country is

going to be transformed entirely. I urge for a Astro-Turf pitch for hockey in

Silchar.

SHRI P. RAVEENDRANATH KUMAR: Due to inadequate attention

combined with non-allocation of fund and necessary infrastructure the traditional

sports are not reached to a significant level. Therefore, I would like to request to

initiate steps to identify those traditional sports in rural areas and take necessary

action to develop them so as to take them to international level.

I would like to request the Government to allocate a separate Fund to the

State Governments and provide more cash incentive from National Sports Fund to

all the medal winners which would be a fruitful effort on the part of Central

Government to enhance sports talents across the country.

The State Government of Tamilnadu has sent several project proposals

seeking financial assistance under Khelo India Scheme amounting to Rs. 83.87

crores. I request the Central Government to sanction those project proposals with

adequate fund allocation . Tamilnadu physical education and Sports University

has submitted a proposal for setting up of Faculty of Sports Science to the

Central Government and the approval for the same is pending. I request you to

kindly expedite the approval as early as possible.

The employment opportunities in sports quota should be increased in Central

Government jobs. This will not only motivate youth to enter in sports but also

enable them to achieve highest accolade in all international sports events.

There is lack of sports facilities in my constituency, therefore, I request to

set up a world class stadium with all necessary sports facilities and coaches in my

constituency.

SHRI VISHNU DATT SHARMA: Today's India is a country of the youth.

65 percent of the country's population is below the age of 35 years whereas the

youth upto the age of 25 years constitute 50 percent of the total population and

they represent a category of people who are full of great zeal and are dynamic.

The average age of India's population would be only 28 years by 2020 and this

demographic gain is a golden opportunity.

Under the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister, there has been a vast

change in thinking of the country's youth and they are shaping up a new picture of

India.

Therefore, a lot is needed to be done with regard to the youth affairs. Today

the NYKS needs to be restructured. The objectives of this organization are noble.

We have to take this organization forward based on the ideal principles of Swami

Vivekananda and resultantly the country's youth is sure to move forward. The

NSS is playing a vital role in personality development among the youth and is

inculcating a sense of patriotism in them. A large number of the youths take part

in the Republic Day Parade through the NCC/NSS. There should be a planning

for their being the role models in the rural development. In this budget a better

alternative has been provided for the bright future of the youth. The Government

has given much focus on the start-up.

In this Budget, the announcement to constitute the National Sports

Education Board along with encouragement and awards to the sportspersons is a

historic step. Along with the expansion of its key sports scheme, namely, "Khelo

India", the Government has announced constitution of a National Sports Education

Board in the budget. Besides, programmes should be there to focus on rural young

talents. Sports should be promoted in schools. The establishment of centers of the

Sports Authority of India (SAI) should not be confined to cities only, rather its

centers and sub-centers be set up in rural areas also.

Sports is a state subject, but the youth development is neither covered under

state list nor under concurrent list. So the youth development must be covered

under the concurrent lit.

SUSHRI S. JOTHIMANI: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has

been allocated Rs. 2,216 crore in 2019-20. However, there has been no increase in

the assistance to National Sports Federation & Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran

Karyakaram in 2019-20. There is actually a 5% decrease in the funds allocated to

the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan, which is a grassroots level youth organization.

The focus on building a sports culture is a welcome step but proper and

effective implementation needs to be ensured. The Standing Committee on Human

Resource Development observed that the speed of expenditure of the Department

of Youth Affairs was slow and the funds should be spent in a time bound manner.

The committee has also recommended adequate representation of sportspersons

and other sports experts in the organization and governing bodies.

There is a lack of coordination between the NSF’s and the SAI, as well as

the states and other related ministries. The Ministry should prepare a roadmap of

measures to ensure the independence of the National Sports Federation.

I request the Ministry to release funds for the creation of a Multi facility

integrated sports complex to be established in Karur. There is a dearth of

playground in the country. Besides, the Government must establish a Youth

Development centre to promote employment opportunities and to create efficient

entrepreneurs in India.

SHRIMATI HEMA MALINI: I would like to say something about sports

here. The enthusiasm of a sportsperson gets doubled when the Hon. Prime Minister

of his country meets and encourages him.

Today Rs. 1756 crore rupees have been sanctioned for Khelo India scheme

which proves that Government is committed to encourage sports. In 2018 and 2019

Khelo India Yuva Khel was organized in Delhi and Pune respectively. The people

in my Parliamentary Constituency, Mathura wish to thank the hon. Prime Minister

and the hon. Sports Minister for promoting Sports.

A number of girls and boys have interest in sports. There is a need to setup

mini stadiums in small cities as well as in villages. There is a need to promote

traditional games like Wrestling and Kabbaddi. I demand to set up mini stadiums

in 10 blocks in Mathura which may have sportspersons, games and means. This

will fulfill the dream of Khelo India and New India.

Apart from this I would like to draw the attention of all of you towards a

very serious issue. Having disappointed by failure today a number of children and

youth adopt wrong path. According to a study conducted by AIIMS in 2018 drug

addiction is at an alarming stage in 127 districts. In order to pull the drug addicted

children through the hell of drug addiction and in order to make them the leader of

the future of the country initially they should be engaged in sports. In addition to

this, the country has got freedom from poverty, price-rise, unemployment,

terrorism and Naxalism and has improved the stature of the country in the world.

ADV. DEAN KURIAKOSE: We are striving to make a trillion dollar

economy and this cannot be accomplished at all without the effective participation

of the youth population of the country. Hence, we have to deliberate upon what we

are going to prepare for our younger generation and how we are going to include

them in the process of nation building. There must be well planned schemes for

the advancement of their scientific temperament, modern skill, arts, sports and

cultural activities. Unfortunately, our country is facing large scale of

unemployment. Ministry of Youth Affairs can productively influence the policy

making process of other Ministries for enhancing job opportunities. There is a

perception that today's youth are self centered. This perception was proven wrong

during the flood crisis in Kerala. Large numbers of young people had collectively

participated in the rescue and rehabilitation process in those days. All the

organisations working under youth affairs ministry like Nehru Yuva Kendra, Rajiv

Gandhi National Institute for Youth development, NSS, National etc. should

conduct youth welfare activities like youth festivals, etc. working with the

objective of providing rural youth avenues to take part in the process of nation

building. Even though the State is organising Keralotsavam , the Government of

India is not guiding the National Youth Festival for the last two years. The steps

require to be carried out to conduct a National Youth Festival on a yearly

basis. Even though talent identification was a main object declared under “Khelo

India" there has not been the proper talent identification so far. There can be

unique identification numbers for each athlete and sportsman. Instead of looking

for foreign coaches every time we have to promote coaches from our

country. Despite having number of training centers, we don't have any high

altitutde training centers. I would request to establish such a high altitude coaching

center in Munnar in my constituency under Khelo India project or with the help of

fund allocation from NSDF. It can be gradually developed as a sports

university. In national athletic meet, college and school meets, Kerala has won the

highest position consistently for the last two decades. The youths from Kerala

state should get deserving support form Centre.

SHRIMATI RANJEETA KOLI: There are lots of opportunities in the

sports arena in India. It gives us a lot of pleasure when players belonging to our

country get medals in National Games, Olympics and Asian Games which

ultimately make us proud. Lots of provisions have been made in the Budget for

their welfare which is a positive outlook and I welcome it. I also welcome the

thinking of honourable Minister wherein he had stated that he will look into our

traditional sports along with the National Games, Olympics and Asian Games.

Most of our countrymen live in villages but lack of infrastructures at village level

and lackadaisical approach of erstwhile governments, their talents could not be

protected.

It is true that our aim should be to win medals in Olympic but it is also

necessary to appoint trained coaches for the development of traditional sports at

village level. Bharatpur District is known for wrestling. There are more than

hundred wrestling arena in operation in Bharatpur district but due to lack of

government assistance they are unable to get latest training. I therefore request the

honourable Minister to establish a sports academy of national importance in

Bharatpur.

SHRI NARENDRA KUMAR: Jhunjhunu is the land of Martyrs and the

soldiers of Jhunjhunu are serving in each and every part of the country. Besides,

the players of Jhunjhunu have proved their sports skills not only within Rajasthan

but also in the Country. Majority of trainers in all the Sports Universities are from

Jhunjhunu. Here, there is a passion and enthusiasm for sports. Therefore, keeping

in view of the feelings of players, parents, soldiers, employees and businessmen, it

is requested to open a National Sports University and also a Kabaddi Academy at

Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan), so that the country would bag more medals.

SHRI JAMYANG TSERING NAMGYAL : I request to recognise Ice

Hockey as National Sport in India, early completion of ongoing construction of

sport stadium in Ladakh and to open Ice Hockey Authority of India in Ladakh.

SHRI C. P. JOSHI: In this election, the people of the country have given

clear mandate. Now, the government is motivated by the slogan 'Sabka Sath, Sabka

Vikas aur Sabka Vishwas' to fulfill the basic needs of the people of the country.

National Service Scheme (NSS) is a Central Scheme. Its sole objective is to

provide experience to young students in extending community service. Nehru Yuva

Kendra Sangathan's objective is to engage the rural youth in the national building

activities. About three fourth of the India's population belongs to villagers. So, the

whole nation's actual development depends upon their development and progress.

The budget for Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for the year 2019-20 is 11

percent more as compared to resived estimates for the year 2018-19. The

maximum allocation under it has been made to Khelo India Programme National

Sports Association and National Sports Authority. Under the department of Youth

Affairs, Nehru Yuva endra Sangathan and National Youth Empowerment have got

the highest allocation. Along with it National Sports Education Board will be

established. Results of the efforts made be the government through Khelo India

shall be visible in the future. The mentality of the people towards sports has

changed since this government came to power. Based on the hard work of the

youth of the country and the resources they are getting, we hope that the country

will get a good number of medals in the next Olympics.

There are also many programs organized for sports in my constituency.

When this type of event is organized in a small town, the complete atmosphere

changes. I request the Minister, a permanent vyayaam shala should be constructed

for wrestling in Chittorgarh of my parliamentary constituency. There is also a need

to construct Multipurpose indoor stadium at Chittodgarh District headquarters.

Being a youth, I would like to attract the attention of the government

towards some of the problems of the youth. Today most of the youth of the country

are getting trapped in the addiction and drugs. Because of this, they suffer

economic losses along with physical losses also moral values are eroded.

Therefore, I request that some serious steps should be taken in this regard so that

the youth do not stray from their goals. This government has been working to

encourage the youth to move forward, started the Mudra scheme, Startup India and

new innovations for them.

DR. S. T. HASAN : I demand a stadium of International standard, a

Shooting Range of International standard and a Hockey ground with standard

synthetic covering (Astroturf) at Moradabad from the Minister.

SHRIMATI RAMYA HARIDAS : I represent a state having vibrant and

energetic sportpersons. Sports have to be developed with scientific approach

conducting a survey to assess the skill, efficacy and intellectual capacity amongst

youths. We have to ensure to give nutritional food to the youngsters to make them

fit for sports under sport nutritional scheme. Job security for sportpersons should

be ensured and their quota should be raised. CSR funds for sports should be

increased and utilize completely. Cultural related sports of my state should be

promoted and games like Kalappootu should be continue and the same is not

harmful to animal. Unemployment is the main problem of youth. We are

producing 15 lac engineer every year but no job opportunities are being created.

MSME scheme is the only hope for the youth for getting job and opportunities

Minister should start some courses in university based on MSME scheme and

direction should be given to nationalized banks to disburse the loan to youths under

said scheme. Youth are being neglected in NDA Government. No special

programme and projects are being run for the development of youths. I request the

Government to give proper attention toward pathetic condition of youths.

DR. SATYAPAL SINGH : My constituency Baghpat is part of NCR and

contributes a lot to national and international sports arena. About 50% shooting

boys/girls in India come from Baghpat. Baghpat has contributed in Archery,

Wrestling, Basketball, Volleyball and Athletics. But Baghpat lacks infrastructural

facilities. Therefore, I demand a National level Sports Institute in Baghpat. My

request would be to kindly motivate and ask the UP-State officials to submit a

proposal for National level institute. Hon’ble Sports Minster may also consider

about such facilities which can be given directly.

DR. UMESH G. JADHAV : Speaker, Sir, it has been my dream to see

India develop as a multi-sports nation. But Speaker, Sir, we are lack of sports

centre, with the importance and benefits of sports education in Kalaburagi highly

felt, the best sports college in Kalaburagi is in a great demand. Also, candidates

with physical education course in Kalaburagi can find Government/private jobs as

well. This will help them to get into their dream job through sports quota.

Therefore, Speaker, Sir, I would like to urge the Hon’ble Minister to start a

National Level Sports College in Kalaburagi for the benefit of the people of

Hyderabad Karnataka Region. Along with that it is dire need for the construction

of 300 Bedded Residential Hostel for Boys and Girls Separately. As it’s highly

required to organize the state level and national level competition in Kalaburagi. I

would like to state that the current facilities for sports in my Constituency is not up

to standard mark where we can think of fulfilling the dream of “Khelo India”.

Kalaburagi District Stadium has to be upgraded with as follows to strengthen the

sports culture in my Parliamentary Constituency. Construction of International

Standard Hockey Turf Court, Football Court, Cricket Court, Multipurpose Indoor

Games Hall, Skating Court and Public Gallery for this court.

DR. SUBHASH RAMRAO BHAMRE : India is a young nation. Two-

thirds of the country’s population is under 35 years of age. The youth of our

country is our strength and they will shape the future of our country. The Prime

Minister has worked for development and welfare of the youth. The Government

of India has made significant investment on programmes for the youth, through

various schemes/programme. Over the years, India has grown its stature in the

field of sports. The budget presented by Nirmala Sitharamanji has made various

provisions for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The allocation of the

Ministry raised from last year’s Rs.2002.72 to Rs.2216.92 crore. The allocation to

the Sports Authority of India has increased by Rs.55 crore to Rs.450 crore. The

incentive fund for the sportspersons was also raised from Rs.63 crore to Rs.89

crore. The overall allocation for encouragement and awards to sportsperson was

increased by Rs.94.07 crore. The Government is committed to expand Khelo India

Scheme and provide all necessary financial support. To popularize sports at all

levels, a National Sports Education Board for development of sportspersons will be

set up under Khelo India Scheme.

DR. BHARATI PRAVIN PAWAR : India has the history of playing

different sports. Different games are played in different parts of the country.

Sports have unique importance. The Prime Minister has attracted the youth

towards sports by giving the call of ‘Khelo India’ to promote sports. The Indian

youth have excelled in the field for sports. Today, India has specific place in the

arena of sports. The contribution of women in the field of sports is also increasing.

In this year’s budget consideration increase has been made in the budget allocation.

There are numerous sports persons in the rural areas of Nasik district who need

guidance. In my constituency Dindori a synthetic sports track is needed. I demand

that a synthetic sports track should be provided there. There is a demand from the

youth of my constituency to construct a stadium there and provide sports goods in

that area.

SHRI KHAGEN MURMU: Our Government has launched several welfare

schemes and programmes for the development of sports. With the launch of

schemes by the Government talented sportsperson are being explored and they are

bringing glory to the nation. The Government has launched Panchayat Yuva

Kreeda Kehl Abhiyan (PYKKA). The Government is organizing Khelo India

School Game to promote sportspersons at school level. The Government has

honoured sportspersons and provided incentives to them by implementing various

welfare schemes. The Government organizes various types of competition with

providing basic infrastructure to promote sports. All Schemes have been

formulated in view of it. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has guided young

generation in effective manner with the help of various organizations and policies

which includes hostel facility and financial assistance. There is an urgent need to

organise sports activities and promote sportspersons in my constituency. There is

an urgent need to provide sports complex and resources related to sports in

Habibpur Block, Baman Gola Block, Old Malda, Ratua 1 and 2 Block,

Harishchadrapur Block, Gajole Block etc., of my constituency. A trained coach is

also required for young sportspersons in my constituency.

SHRI DUSHYANT SINGH: Our country is full of young and energetic

citizens. But sir, even after being such a young country, India stands 67th in Rio

Olympics in Medals Tally. This seems to be a very serious problem. We should

ensure that every youth in this country gets sufficient amount of facilities for

his/her development. Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs, has a very important

responsibility to ensure optimal allocation of resources. Therefore, Ministry

should be funded sufficiently. The total allocation to the concerned Ministry has

been increased by 11% and a major portion of this amount will be allocated to

Khelo India Scheme. Many issues in the sector of sports and youth affairs need to

be addressed. The budget of Rs. 2216 crore is not sufficient for youths of our

country population of 120-130 crores. We will have to collectively work towards

exploring more ways to increase allocation for the youth.

SHRI PARBHUBHAI NAGARBHAI VASAVA: Under the leadership of

this Government the youth is bringing fame to the country. Our country has won

medal in Olympic games. Kumari Sarita Gaikwad has won gold medal in Asiad

Olympic. Many schemes and programmes have been launched for youth during

last five years. The Government will fulfill aspirations of the youth. ‘Khelo India

Programme’ is good for health. The Government is committed for extension of the

programme and also for providing financial assistance. National Sports Board

should be established and sports complex should be developed in South Gujarat.

SHRI TIRATH SINGH RAWAT: The Government of India has taken a

step for extension of Khelo India Programme. A National Sports Academy Board

has been constituted. It has been said to make available maximum funds for sports

development. Its aim is to search new talents. Many provisions have been made for

better future of the youth. An amount of Rs. 2216.92 crore has been allocated for

Khelo India and the funds have been increased in interim budget. Politics has no

place in sports. Sports create patriotism and increase brotherhood. A sports stadium

should be constructed in my constituency.

SHRI JAGDAMBIKA PAL: Today, largest number of youths of world

live in India. Therefore, government of India is paying more attention on sports

and youth affairs. Concerned Ministry is committed to promote sports and youth

related programme. The Government has decided to strengthen basic infrastructure

and to boost up capacity building of sportspersons. Sixty five percent population of

the country is below 35 years of age and most of them are between 15 to 19 years

age group whose potentiality can be increased. My Government has allocated Rs.

2216 crore which is 11% higher than earlier allocation.

SHRI BIDYUT BARAN MAHATO: Our government has started Khelo

India Programme to improve the standard of sports in the country. Under this

scheme government will provide training to sportspersons in the country. The main

objective of this scheme is to encourage talented athletes, sportspersons to march

ahead without being hampered by the educational and economic problems. 1000

sportspersons are being provided scholarship under Khelo India scheme. Each

athlete selected under this scheme are being provided scholarship of Rs. 5 lakh

each year. And this scholarship will be given to them continuously for 8 years. Our

government has launched Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram (RYSK

Scheme) to develop the personality of and leadership qualities in youths so that a

better coordination can be struck under it among other government schemes.

*SHRI THOL THIRUMAAVALAVAN: The welfare of youth is the

welfare of our country. Therefore, it is necessary that the Government should pay

extra attention to their welfare. I urge upon the Union Government to de-addict our * Original in Tamil.

youth from the ill-effects of drugs. The Parliamentary Standing Committee on

Human Resoruces Development has stated that non-Sportspersons are dominating

the field of sports. Intervention of political leaders in the field of sports should be

avoided, besides commercialization of sporting activity. Union Government should

declare Hockey as National Sports once again. Moreover, traditional sports like

Kabaddi should be given importance.

SHRI VISHNU DAYAL RAM: The Budget 2019-20 provides for Rs.

2216.92 crore to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. This signifies a 10.7%

increase in the allocation over the Revised estimates of 2018-19. The quantum of

funds released to Sports Authorities in States/UT during the last few years has

increased exponentially and the figure stood at Rs. 56,39,71,000 during 2018-19.

The allocation to the Department of Sports is primarily taken up by Khelo India,

Sports Authority of India, and Assistance to National Sports Federations. The

sports ecosystem in Jharkhand is in nascent stages as the infrastructure required to

further the skills of the youth is not present. If the government takes up

infrastructure projects for stadiums and other facilities under its revamped Khelo

India mission, it would create a substantial impact on the representation of youth

from Jharkhand on both national and international sporting platforms. Given that

the sports, especially those that require expensive equipment, are inaccessible to

youth from underprivileged background, it would serve well for the government to

increase its efforts on outlay towards promoting more marginalized communities’

youth in these sports. The Ministry may also undertake construction of Integrated

Sports Complexes in rural block especially in East Singhbhum and West

Singhbhum districts, Sahebganj, Pakur, Godda and Dumka districts of Jharkhand.

DR. KIRIT P. SOLANKI: India is blessed with a large number of youth. It

is important to nourish them by providing them the best of opportunities so that

they could achieve to their fullest potential. It is commendable that the allocation

for the Ministry for Youth Affairs and Sports has been increased by 11% in this

budget and the allocation for Sports Authority of India (SAI) has been increased

from Rs. 395 crore to Rs. 450 crore. This will help in training world class level

sportspersons from our country. The Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram

scheme has received Rs. 138 crore for this fiscal. I would urge the government to

give preference to the youth from backward communities like Scheduled Castes

and Scheduled Tribes under this scheme.

SHRI AJAY BHATT: Today an opportunity is being provided to youth of

the country to display their talent through Khelo India Scheme. Today more than

18 schemes have been formulated for youth so as to provide opportunity to them to

choose the career of their choice. Hundreds of talented children are being nurtured

as future players through Khelo India Scheme. Lakhs of youth are taking up sports

as a career thanks to the sports policy of Modi ji. National Games will be held in

Uttarakhand in the year 2021. Through you, I urge upon the Government to

instruct the Sports Authority of India (SAI) to extend their cooperation for

organizing 38th

National Games to be held in Uttarakhand in the year 2021 so that

the Government of Uttarakhand receive timely financial assistance from SAI as per

rules.

SHRI ASIT KUMAR MAL: Some of the players who achieve National

Level or International Level are financially weak. They cannot avail nutritious

food and proper coaching and their equipments for want of money. I earnestly

request the government to satisfy their demand for food, coaching, equipments of

playing and service.

SHRI AJAY TAMTA: In order to popularize sports at all levels,

announcement of setting up a "National Sports Education Board" under "Khelo

India" in the Budget has given an excellent opportunity to talented players. Many

sports talents in Uttarakhand, my new state, continue to make the country and state

proud at national and international level. At the same time, due to the major issue

of unemployment, talented youths are forced to migrate from there in search of

employment. Efforts are required to stop their migration. There is abundance of

possibilities for sports like mountaineering, river rafting, skiing, camping etc. in

Uttarakhand. We need to work in this field in collaboration with the Ministry of

Tourism. Uttarakhand has been given the opportunity to host 38th National Games

in 2021-22. There is a need for provision of funds in the Budget for building

adequate basic infrastructure. I request that the instructors of the Sports Authority

of India should be appointed in Uttarakhand too. Uttarakhand should be given the

opportunity to host "National Youth Festival", a Youth Day program on January

12. The number of volunteers of National Service Scheme should be increased in

the State. Basic infrastructure should be developed by scheduling a tour of officials

of the Sports Authority of India in the international level sports stadiums

constructed in Ransi in Pauri, Haldwani and Dehradun in Uttarakhand. Under

"Khelo India", sports stadium should be constructed in each district.

SHRIMATI POONAMBEN HEMATBHAI MAADAM: The Sports and

Youth Affairs Ministry had got a substantial raise of Rs. 214.2 crore. The Khelo

India Scheme had created awareness of sports as an integral part of wellness

throughout the country. National Sports Education Board for Development of

Sportspersons would be set up under Khelo India Scheme. Today the world is

taking renewed interest in Yoga. Yoga is being seen as a means of fitness and

wellness. Games like Kabaddi became a part of international competitions. We

have to ensure that other local indigenous sports from various corners of the

country are promoted. On this note, I would like to talk about my constituency

Jamnagar in Gujarat. I demand that a sports complex with modern facilities be

allotted to my constituency in a prime location. This will help not only the district

of Jamnagar but also inflow of population from across Gujarat and other parts of

India. A strong sporting culture can help the growth of a sporting economy. The

growth and development of the Indian sport industry is creating opportunities for

management professionals. It has the potential to overtake IT and related industries

before 2020. Only playgrounds and stadiums should be utilized to the maximum.

An arduous training schedule right from childhood, financial incentives and

national policy plays a huge role in shaping a successful athlete. Sports is not only

a means for self development but helps in contributing to the cause of nation

building. Sport is said to be closely linked with the human development of a

society.

SADHVI PRAGYA SINGH THAKUR: There is abundant human

resource in India in terms of production and development. The Government is

constantly taking steps in a planned manner that our economy may be capable to

manage this huge workforce and there will not be any lack of required education,

health and skill in youths by which their productivity and serviceability towards

the interest of the nation can be ensured. Skill India, scholarships and other welfare

scheme in the field of education for youths have infused hope and interest into

them. I hope that our players will get the benefit of world-class facilities through

which their talent can be polished and nurtured. The Ministry has recognized three

National Sports Federations to promote sports among persons with disabilities. To

increase 94.07 crores in the proposed incentive or honorarium for the players is a

beneficial decision. In the last few years, the emergence of women players in the

sports world shows the changing scenario. It is a matter of pride that women

players are moving forward in various sports. Our youth will emerge as a national

power in the world in all other fields including sports. Doping in sports is

becoming a crisis. My suggestion is that a panel of advocates for legal assistance

to financially backward players may be constituted in the national anti-doping

panel which can help the players free of cost. The internal quarrels of sports

federations cause loss to the players. My suggestion is that a Sports Regulatory

Board may be constituted under which free election of the federation can be

conducted and Dispute Resolution Tribunal may be constituted for the unbiased

redressal of disputes of sports federations and the grievances of the players in a

stipulated time limit. Fund may be allocated in the budget for community

coaching development scheme. Importance may be given to popularize schemes

like Khelo India through various mediums. 30 crores has been allocated to increase

the sports facilities in Jammu and Kashmir, which will fulfill the objective of

restoring peace by bringing the youths from the shadow of extremism and

terrorism into the main stream of the country. The provision of 450 crores in the

budget for Sports Authority of India is a commendable step. Increasing the

incentive amount for the players three to four times as compared to the last year

will be helpful in encouraging the youth of the country to pursue sports.

THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR THE MINISTRY OF YOUTH

AFFAIRS AND SPORTS AND THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE

MINISTRY OF MINORITY AFFAIRS (SHRI KIREN RIJIJU) replying said:

Today, many MPs gave very good suggestions, asked many questions and also

made a few demands. As we have limited time, I will not be able to answer all the

questions. But, I will send written reply to all the Members of Parliament. We

receive demands from the MPs regarding setting up of stadiums and developing

infrastructure in their constituencies. I would like to say in this regard that sports

is the subject of state list under our Constitution. The Union Government provides

all possible assistance to compensate the State Governments for the work they

have done under Viability Gap Funding. I am going to hold a meeting with the

leadership of corporate world as soon as the Budget Session is over. We will talk

to them for providing adequate money to our players. We are inspired by the

thoughts of the hon. Prime Minister and working under his leadership. At the time

of launching of ‘Khelo India’ many people had thought it as other Government

schemes which do not become more successful. People had expressed their

concern in this regard, but today we have identified more than four thousand

talented players under ‘Khelo India’ and we are imparting training to them at

international level. We have taken some small decisions, but I think their impact

will be huge. We have issued instructions regarding cleanliness of all the sports

facilities under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. Players will be provided with nutritious

food as advised by their coaches or experts. Regarding the centres of Sports

Authority of India, we have launched a campaign to personally monitor each centre

to make them functioning properly. We have doubled the pension amount of the

international players who win medal for the country in Olympics, World

championship, Asian Games or commonwealth Games. We have decided to make

India House for Tokyo Olympics, 2020 next year. We will make Indian food

available for the players who will participate in Tokyo Olympics, 2020 as per their

interest. We have many organizations which run programmes to encourage the

youth among which Nehru Yuva Kendra is the largest one. We will impart special

training to all the youth associated with Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan and

National Service Scheme (NSS). I will take all the suggestions given by the hon.

MPs positively and use them in better way by applying them in the next

programme.

All the cut motions were negatived.

All the Demands for Grants were voted in full.

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THE UNION BUDGET - 2019-2020

DEMANDS FOR GRANTS - 2019-2020

All the cut motions were negatived.

All the Demands for Grants relating to Department of Atomic Energy; Ministry of

Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH);

Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers; Ministry of Civil Aviation; Ministry of

Coal; Ministry of Commerce and Industry; Ministry of Communications; Ministry

of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution; Ministry of Corporate Affairs;

Ministry of Culture; Ministry of Defence; Ministry of Development of North

Eastern Region; Ministry of Earth Sciences; Ministry of Electronics and

Information Technology; Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change;

Ministry of External Affairs; Ministry of Finance; Ministry of Fisheries, Animal

Husbandry and Dairying; Ministry of Food Processing Industries; Ministry of

Health and Family Welfare; Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises;

Ministry of Home Affairs; Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs; Ministry of

Human Resource Development; Ministry of Information and Broadcasting;

Ministry of Jal Shakti; Ministry of Labour and Employment; Ministry of Law and

Justice; Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises; Ministry of Mines;

Ministry of Minority Affairs; Ministry of New and Renewable Energy; Ministry of

Panchayati Raj; Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs; Ministry of Personnel, Public

Grievances and Pensions, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas; Ministry of

Planning; Ministry of Power; Lok Sabha; Rajya Sabha; Secretariat of the Vice

President; Ministry of Science and Technology; Ministry of Shipping; Ministry of

Skill Development and Entrepreneurship; Ministry of Social Justice and

Empowerment; Department of Space; Ministry of Statistics and Programme

Implementation; Ministry of Steel; Ministry of Textiles; Ministry of Tourism;

Ministry of Tribal Affairs; and Ministry of Women and Child Development were

voted in full.

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APPROPRIATION (NO. 2) BILL, 2019

THE MINISTER OF FINANCE AND MINISTER OF CORPORATE

AFFAIRS (SHRIMATI NIRMALA SITHARAMAN) moved that the Bill to

authorize payment and appropriation of certain sums from and out of the

Consolidated Fund of India for the services of the financial year 2019-20, be taken

into consideration.

The Bill was passed.

SNEHLATA SHRIVASTAVA

Secretary General

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