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PARLIAMENT OF INDIARAJYA SABHA

DEPARTMENT-RELATED PARLIAMENTARY STANDING COMMITTEEON HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

TWO HUNDRED EIGHTY-SEVENTH REPORT

Demands for Grants 2017-18 (Demand No. 100) of theMinistry of Youth Affairs and Sports

(Presented to the Rajya Sabha on 21st March, 2017)(Laid on the Table of Lok Sabha on 21st March, 2017)

Rajya Sabha Secretariat, New DelhiMarch, 2017/Phalguna, 1938 (Saka)

CONTENTS

PAGES

1. COMPOSITION OF THE COMMITTEE............................................................................ (i)-(ii)

2. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................... (iii)

3. ACRONYMS............................................................................................................ (iv)-(v)

4. REPORT................................................................................................................. 1-51

5. OBSERVATIONS/RECOMMENDATIONS — AT A GLANCE.................................................... 52-61

6. MINUTES.............................................................................................................. 63-70

COMPOSITION OF THE COMMITTEE

(Constituted w.e.f. 1st September, 2016)

1. Dr. Satyanarayan Jatiya — Chairman

RAJYA SABHA

2. Prof. Jogen Chowdhury

3. Prof. M.V. Rajeev Gowda

4. Shri Anubhav Mohanty

5. Shri Pratap Singh Bajwa

6. Shri Vishambhar Prasad Nishad

7. Shri Basawaraj Patil

8. Shri Sharad Pawar

9. Shrimati Sasikala Pushpa

10. Dr. Vinay P. Sahasrabuddhe

LOK SABHA

11. Shrimati Santosh Ahlawat

12. Shri Bijoy Chandra Barman

13. Shri Nihal Chand

14. Shrimati Bhawana Gawali Patil

15. Shrimati Kothapalli Geetha

16. Shri Anant Kumar Hegde

17. Prof. Chintamani Malviya

18. Shri Bhairon Prasad Mishra

19. Shri Chand Nath

20. Shri Hari Om Pandey

21. Dr. Bhagirath Prasad

22. Shri N.K. Premachandran

23. Shri K.N. Ramachandran

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24. Shri Mullappally Ramachandran

25. Shri Sumedhanand Saraswati

26. Shri M.I. Shanavas

27. Dr. Nepal Singh

28. Dr. Prabhas Kumar Singh

29. Shrimati Neelam Sonkar

30. Shri P.R. Sundaram

31. Shrimati P.K. Sreemathi Teacher

SECRETARIAT

Shri K.P. Singh, Joint Secretary

Shri Mahesh Tiwari, Director

Shri Vinay Shankar Singh, Joint Director

Shrimati Himanshi Arya, Assistant Director

Shri R.K. Mecolt Singh, Assistant Director

Shri K. Sudhir Kumar, Research Officer

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INTRODUCTION

I, the Chairman of the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Human ResourceDevelopment, having been authorised by the Committee to present the Report on its behalf, do herebypresent this Two Hundred Eighty Seventh Report of the Committee on the Demands for Grants (DemandNo. 100) of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports for the year 2017-18.

2. The Committee considered the various documents and relevant papers received from the Ministryof Youth Affairs and Sports and also heard the Secretaries and other Officials of the Department of YouthAffairs and Department of Sports on the said Demands for Grants in its meeting held on the 17th February,2017.

3. The Committee considered the Draft Report and adopted the same in its meeting held on the 17thMarch, 2017.

4. For the facility of reference & convenience, the observations and recommendations of the Committeehave been printed in bold letters in the body of the Report.

NEW DELHI; DR. SATYANARAYAN JATIYA21 March, 2017 Chairman,Phalguna 30, 1938 (Saka) Department-related Parliamentary Standing

Committee on Human Resource Development,Rajya Sabha.

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ACRONYMS

ASGO : Assistance to Scouting & Guiding Organisations

CYP : Commonwealth Youth Programme

IC : International Cooperation

INSTAL : Scheme for Identification and Nurturing of Sports Talent

LNIPE : Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education

NYKS : Nehru Yuva Kendra Sanghathan

NYLA : National Youth Leadership Awards

NYLP : National Young Leadership Programme

NSS : National Service Scheme

NPYAD : National Programme for Youth and Adolescent Development

NDS : National Discipline Scheme

NSS : National Service Scheme

NSTSS : National Sports Talent Search Scheme

NDTL : National Dope Testing Laboratory

NYAC : National Youth Advisory Council

NSDF : National Sports Development Fund

NYC : National Youth Corps

NADA : National Anti-Doping Agency

PYKKA : Panchayat Yuva Krida Aur Khel Abhiyan

RGNIYD : Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development

RYSK : Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram

RGKA : Rajiv Gandhi Khel Abhiyan

SAI : Sports Authority of India

SFC : Standing Finance Committee

USIS : Urban Sports Infrastructure Scheme

UNV : United Nations Volunteers

UNDP : United Nation Development Programme

WADA : World Anti-Doping Agency

YFDP : Youth For Development Programme

YH : Youth Hostels

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REPORT

CHAPTER- I

OVERVIEW OF THE MINISTRY AND ASSESSMENT OF THE DEMANDS FOR GRANTS

The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports consists of two separate Departments, viz. Deptt. of YouthAffairs and Deptt. of Sports. The Deptt. of Youth Affairs has one subordinate office, i.e., the NationalService Scheme (NSS) and also two autonomous organizations, namely Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan(NYKS) and Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD) at Sriperumbudur in TamilNadu.

2. The Govt. of India has made significant investment on programmes for the youth, through variousschemes/ programmes covered under different Ministries/ Departments, including, of course, the Deptt.of Youth Affairs. In addition, the State Governments and a host of other stakeholders are also workingto support youth development and to enable productive youth participation.

3. The following autonomous organizations function under the administrative control of Departmentof Sports:

(i) Sports Authority of India (SAI);

(ii) Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE), Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh;

(iii) National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) and;

(iv) National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL).

4. The specific subjects being dealt by the Department of Sports, as specified in the second scheduleof the Government of India (Allocation of Business) Rules, 1961 include Sports Policy, Sports and Games,National Welfare Fund for Sportsmen, Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports, Sports Authority of India,Matters relating to the Indian Olympic Association and National Sports Federations, Participation of IndianSports teams in tournaments abroad and participation of foreign sports teams in International tournamentsin India, National Sports Awards including Arjuna Awards, Sports Scholarships, Exchange of sportspersons,experts and teams with foreign countries, Sports infrastructure including financial assistance for creationand development of such infrastructure, Financial assistance for coaching, tournaments, equipment, etc.,Sports matters relating to union territories and physical education.

5. For India, the main challenge is to take fullest advantage of its inherent strengths like, huge youthpopulation, genetic diversity and geographical diversity; to ensure convergence of all stake-holders; andto establish a robust sports eco-system. Further, sports is a State subject where there are multiple stakeholderslike, Union, States, IOA, Sports Federations, Athletes, NGOs, different Sports Promotion Boards, etc,who have to work together for holistic sports development in national perspective.

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6. The total budget allocation (BE) for the Ministry for the year 2016-17 was ̀ 1,592.00 crore, comprising` 1400.00 crore on the Plan side and ` 192.00 crore on the Non-Plan side. At RE (2016-17)stage, itwas raised to ` 1608.10 crore, comprising of ` 1412.15 crore on Plan side and ` 195.95 crore on Non-Plan side. For the year 2017-18, the proposed Budget Estimate (BE) is ` 1943.21 crore, comprising of` 1888.46 crore for Revenue and ` 54.75 crore for Capital. The details are summarized as shown below:

(Table No. 1)

(` in crore)

Years Revenue Capital Total

Actual 2015-16 1421.95 0.90 1422.85

Budget 2016-17 1542.00 50.00 1592.00

Revised 2016-17 1593.30 14.80 1608.10

Budget 2017-18 1888.46 54.75 1943.21

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CHAPTER-II

DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH AFFAIRS AND ITS MAJOR INITIATIVES,POLICIES AND SCHEMES

7. The Secretary in his presentation before the Committee on the 17th February, 2017 gave an overviewof functioning and status of different schemes being undertaken by the Department of Youth Affairs. TheCommittee was apprised of the projected demand, percentage of utilization and under-utilization for theyears 2012-13, 2013-14, 2014-15, 2016-17 and 2017-18 (till 31st January, 2017) as given under:

Table No. 2Plan Scheme

(` in crore)

Sl. No. Year Projected BE RE Expenditure % of % ofDemand Expenditure under

w.r.t RE utilization

1 2012-13 512.27 300 289.6 286.56 98.95 1.05

2 2013-14 531.14 284.00 284.00 276.61 97.40 2.60

3 2014-15 1013.16 384.00 303.00 300.15 99.06 0.94

4 2015-16 677.53 384.00 369.38 366.87 99.32 0.68

5 2016-17 1417.50 500.00 428.00 300.83 70.29* 29.71

6 2017-18 904.73 550.00

Non-plan-Non Scheme

(` in crore)

Sl. No. Year Projected BE RE Expenditure % of % ofDemand Expenditure under-

utilization

1 2012-13 81.33 54.74 56.00 53.89 96.23 3.77

2 2013-14 86.69 61.00 57.17 55.48 97.04 2.96

3 2014-15 84.14 62.39 81.71 76.85 94.05 5.95

4 2015-16 89.24 75.00 84.00 75.58 89.98 10.02

5 2016-17 102.22 96.00 101.75 71.23 70.00 * 30.00

(*Expenditure till 31st January, 2017)

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8. The Secretary informed about the budget constraints faced by the Deptartment which is indicativefrom the above that the Budget Allocation (BE) have been much lower than the Projected Demand, yearafter year. Not only that, the BE has often been reduced further at RE stage, not because of inabilityof the Department to utilize the funds, but due to overall budgetary constraints of the Government. Theutilization of funds in terms of actual expenditure has been consistently very high, year after year, rangingbetween 97.5% to 98.5% of the Revised Estimates till last year. During current financial year, 77.6%of the Revised Estimates has already been spent and it is expected that the budget allocation will be fullyutilized by the end of this financial year.

9. Further, the Department vide its replies to questionnaire on the examination of DFG 2017-18, statedthat the total BE for the Department for 2017-18 is ` 550.00 crore. It works out to be less than 0.004%of GDP. However, this should not be seen as an indicator of expenditure incurred by the country on theyouth. A number of Central Ministries/Departments run programmes for the youth and so do the StateGovernments and others stakeholders. For instance, almost the entire expenditure of the Department ofHigher Education is meant for the youth. In fact, during the formulation of National Youth Policy, 2014,an attempt was made to map the expenditure being incurred on youth by various Ministries/ Departmentsand it was ascertained that as many as 37 Central Ministries/Departments incurred total expenditure ofover ̀ 90,000 crore on programmes directly or indirectly benefitting the youth, of which share of Departmentof Youth Affairs was less than ` 300 crore.

10. The Department, in its comments for the budget provision, informed the Committee about the Vision,Strategy and Action Plan of the Department as shown below:-

(a) The "Vision" for the period from 2017-18 to 2029-30 would be to act as a key enabler inthe process of all-round development and empowerment of youth of the country, to enablethem to realize their full potential and thereby, to contribute to the nation building process.

(b) The "Strategy" for the period from 2017-18 to 2023-24 would be to cover thefollowing :

(i) Development of personality, Character and Leadership Qualities of the Youth, by involvingthem in voluntary community service through NYKS (Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan)and National Service Scheme (NSS);

(ii) Training and Capacity Building of Youth through RGNIYD (Rajiv Gandhi NationalInstitute of Youth Development);

(iii) Developing national/international perspective among the youth through youth exchange,national integration and other such programmes;

(iv) Youth Development through collaboration/convergence with other Ministries/Departments; and

(v) Youth Development through collaboration with various youth organizations workingin country.

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(c) The 'Action Plan' is comprised of the period of three years from 2017-18 to 2019-20 coveringten schemes of the Department.

11. In addition, in its replies to the Questionnaire, the Department acknowledged that this Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee had been emphasizing in the observations/recommendationscontained in its Reports, the need for merger/consolidation of the schemes of the Department into a fewschemes, to improve their effectiveness. Further, the Ministry of Finance, Government of India had alsoadvised the Department of Youth Affairs to restructure the schemes into a few compact schemes forbetter synergy and more effective utilization of resources. Accordingly, the Department undertookcomprehensive exercises to restructure/consolidate all the schemes being operated by the Department ofYouth Affairs into three schemes. During 2014-15, a new Central Sector Scheme, namely, National YoungLeaders Programme (NYLP) was launched with the objective of developing leadership qualities amongthe youth. During 2015-16, a new externally-aided project, namely, 'Strengthening of NYKS/NSS' hasbeen started in collaboration with UNDP/UNV for capacity building of functionaries and youth throughNYKS/NSS. During 2016-17, with effect from 01.04.2016, all the Schemes of the Department have beenrestructured as follows:

Table No. 3

Sl. No. Names of Schemes Names of Schemes(Before Restructuring) (After Restructuring)

1. Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS) "Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram(RYSK)" – a new umbrella scheme

2. National Youth Corps (NYC)

3. National Programme for Youth & AdolescentDevelopment (NPYAD)

4. International Cooperation

5. Youth Hostels (YH)

6. Assistance to Scouting & Guiding Organisations

7. National Disciplines Scheme (NDS)

8. National Young Leaders Programme (NYLP)

9. National Service Scheme (NSS) National Service Scheme

10. Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of YouthDevelopment (RGNIYD) Development (RGNIYD)

Thus, it may be noted that while National Service Scheme (NSS) and Rajiv Gandhi National Instituteof Youth Development (RGNIYD) have been retained as separate Schemes due to the distinctive natureof their operational framework, all other Schemes have been merged into a single umbrella Scheme called'Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram (RYSK)', which will now act as the flagship programme of the

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Department for empowerment of the youth to enable them to realize their potential and in the process,to contribute to the nation-building process. The merger of eight Schemes into 'Rashtriya Yuva SashaktikaranKaryakram (RYKS)' has been done with the objective of achieving better synergy in implementation ofthese Schemes.

12. The projected Demand, Allocation and Expenditure in respect of the schemes of the Departmentfor the year 2016-17 are as shown below :

Table No. 4

Plan (` in Crore)

Sl. No. Name of the Scheme Projected Budget Revised ActualDemand Estimates Estimates

1. Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakaram 822.53 165.00 170.00 129.71(RYSK)

(a) Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan 1.50 1.50 1.50 1.13

(b) Scouting and Guiding 100.00 35.00 40.00 27.22

(c) National Youth Corps 10.00 12.00 14.40 10.44

(d) International Cooperation 2.50 1.50 1.30 0.77

(e) Youth Hostels

(f) National Young Leaders Programme 100.00 100.00 34.00 10.49(NYLP)

g) National Programme for Youth and 50.00 35.00 18.00 12.93Adolescent Development (NPYAD)

SUB-TOTAL (1) 1086.53 350.00 279.20 192.69

2. National Service Scheme 115.57 120.00 120.00 110.31

3. Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth 215.40 30.00 28.80 20.46Development

TOTAL 1417.50 500.00 428.00 323.46

Non-Plan

Sl. No. Name of the Scheme Projected Budget Revised Actual*Demand Estimates Estimates

1 2 3 4 5 6

1. Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakaram(RYSK)

(a) Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan 41.45 40.10 44.85 38.82

(b) International Cooperation 1.37 1.40 1.40 1.22

(c) National Discipline Scheme 5.00 5.00 5.00 5.00

SUB-TOTAL (1) 47.82 46.50 51.25 45.00

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2. National Service Scheme 16.90 17.50 17.50 13.50

3. Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth 9.50 6.00 7.00 5.32Development

4. Secretariat - Social Service 28.00 26.00 26.00 23.57

TOTAL 102.22 96.00 101.75 87.43

*Expenditure upto 13.02.2017

13. Moreover, for the year 2017-18, following is the tabular Statement indicating Projected Demandand financial outlay for these schemes:-

Table No.5

(` in Crore)

Sl. No. Name of the Scheme Projected Budget ActualDemand Estimates

1. Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakaram (RYSK)

(a) Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan 360.44 215.00

(b) Scouting and Guiding 1.50 1.50

(c) National Youth Corps 95.56 60.00

(d) International Cooperation 16.30 16.00

(e) Youth Hostels 3.00 1.50

(f) National Young Leaders Programme (NYLP) 100.00 25.00

(g) National Programme for Youth and Adolescent 35.00 18.00Development (NPYAD)

(h) National Discipline Scheme 10.00 5.00

SUB-TOTAL-1 621.80 342.00

2. National Service Scheme 175.50 144.00

3. Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development 80.00 36.00

4. Secretariat - Social Service Expenditure 27.43 28.00

TOTAL 904.73 550.00

Hence, all the eight schemes of the Department that were operating as standalone Schemes, willnot operate as components of a single cohesive Scheme, which will help in achieving better synergy inimplementation of these Schemes. All the Schemes are Central Sector Schemes.

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14. The Committee observes that the Ministry of Finance reduced the allocation for the Departmentfrom `̀̀̀̀ 596 crore at BE 2016-17 stage to `̀̀̀̀ 529.75 crore at RE 2016-17 stage. The BE 2017-18 hasbeen kept at `̀̀̀̀ 550 crore only, which is even lower than B.E. 2016-17. The Committee underlinesthe satisfactory performance of the Department in terms of trends for utilization of funds. TheCommittee, therefore, observes, had the allocations been higher in line with projected demands,the utilization and achievements also would have been much better. The Committee recommendsthat endeavour should be made so that the financial outlay is compensated at the RE stage andproposed objectives and key results of projects/schemes are achieved on time.

RASHTRIYA YUVA SASHAKTIKARAN KARYAKRAM (RYSK)

15. In Rashtriya Yuva Sashatikaran Karyakram (RYSK), eight schemes have been subsumed to makeit a new 'umbrella' scheme. These schemes are Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), National YouthCorps (NYC), National Programme for Youth and Adolescent Development (NPYAD), InternationalCooperation, Youth Hostels (YH), Assistance to Scouting and Guiding Organisations, National DisciplinesScheme (NDS),and National Young Leaders Programme (NYLP). Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram(RYSK) will, henceforth, be the Flagship Programme of the Department for development and empowermentof the youth to enable them to realise their potential and in the process, to contribute to the nation-buildingprocess. The merger of a number of Schemes into a single flagship scheme, inter-alia, offers the followingbenefits:

(a) Earlier, only NYKS and NYC (which were already integrated administratively) hadadministrative presence at field level. Other Programmes did not have ground presence. Hence,their implementation, as standalone programmes, posed problems in effective implementationand supervision. Merger of these programmes into the new umbrella schemes enables theDepartment to leverage the administrative structure of NYKS/NYC for effective implementationof other Programmes.

(b) Under NPYAD, assistance is given to NGOs for youth development programmes. Integrationof this programme with NYKS/NYC enables the Department to leverage NYKS set up foreffective monitoring of the activities carried out under the assistance given to NGOs. Moreover,it will be possible to ensure that NYKS set up (NYKS offices/National Youth Volunteers andYouth Clubs) and the NGOs work in close collaboration with each other, which will improvethe effectiveness of programme implementation. It will also be possible to closely monitorthe activities of Scouting and Guiding Organisations being assisted by the Department.

(c) The Department has 83 running Youth Hostels, set up with the objective to promote youthtravel with the country. Youth Hostels are directly managed by the Department. As a result,close supervision has not been possible. The capacity of the Hostels is not being fully utilised.Integration of Youth Hostels programme with NYKS will help in effective management ofYouth Hostels through NYKS functionaries at field level.

(d) 'International Cooperation' includes youth exchange programmes with various countries. YouthDelegations from various countries visit India and they are taken to various cities for showing

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them places of interest and arranging their interaction with Indian Youth. Integration of theseProgrammes with NYKS will help in organising these programmes in a more effective mannerat the field level.

(e) National Young Leaders Programme (NYLP), which has important components includingneighbourhood youth parliament, shramadaan and youth development through support fromNational Youth Development Fund, will also benefit from complete integration with NYKS,since the NYKS administrative set up can then be fully leveraged for effective implementationof this Programme.

(f) Since a complete administrative/implementation structure will be available to the Departmentas part of this flagship scheme, any new initiatives considered necessary, in future, for youthdevelopment/empowerment, could be taken as part of this umbrella scheme, rather than initiatinga new small standalone scheme.

16. The Committee notes that the total financial outlay in 2017-18 for RYSK is of `̀̀̀̀ 127 crore.The actual figure for the year 2015-16 is `̀̀̀̀ 111.72 crore which got enhanced to `̀̀̀̀ 191.40 crorein 2016-17 at BE stage. However, at the RE stage in 2016-17, it was reduced to `̀̀̀̀ 115.60 crore.Visualising the trend of budget allocation, the Committee observes that the overall budget allocationfor RYSK has shown a declining trend at RE stage during the financial year 2016-17 affectingthe sizeable expansion of on-going activities falling under its purview. Further, the fund allocationin BE 2017-18 has gone up by `̀̀̀̀ 11.4 crore in comparison to RE stage of 2016-17 and this is notmuch encouraging. The Committee recommends the Department to take all requisite initiativesso that it would not be reduced at the revised budget stage in 2017-18 and the Department shalltake the pro-active role to make RYSK a better scheme.

NEHRU YUVA KENDRA SANGATHAN (NYKS)

17. The Department informed the Committee vide replies to the questionnaire on examination of DFGthat the BE 2016-17 for NYKS was `205.10 crore (Plan: `165.00 crore and Non-Plan: `40.10 crore).This has been enhanced to `214.85 crore (Plan: `170.00 crore and Non-Plan: `44.85 crore) at RE 2016-17stage, due to a number of important programmes like (i) Digital Awareness Programmes, (ii) Nation-wideDeclamation Contest on Patriotism and Nation Building on the occasion of Republic Day Celebration, 2017,(iii) Major Programmes on the occasion of International Day of Yoga, (iv) Camp in Simhasth Kumbh Mela,etc. and also due to liability on account of salaries, pensions and establishment expenditure which wasnot adequately provided for at BE stage. For the BE 2017-18, the allocation proposed is `215.00 crore.This is only marginally higher than the allocation during 2016-17 at RE stage. The Committee was givento understand that the increase will not be adequate even to take care of normal increase in liabilities onaccount of salaries and pensions.

18. Further, the NYKS implements a number of Programmes in collaboration with and often with fundingfrom other Central Ministries/Departments, State Government, Organisations, etc. Some of the majorProgrammes organised during last three years are mentioned below:

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(a) Awareness and Education for Prevention of Drug Abuse and Alcoholism (in collaboration withMinistry of Social Justice and Empowerment)

(b) Support for the Election Commission of India (ECI) Programme of Systematic Voters' Educationand Electoral Participation (SVEEP)

(c) Tribal Youth Exchange Programmes (in collaboration with Ministry of Home Affairs)

(d) Celebration of 125th Birth Anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar (in collaboration with Ministryof Social Justice and Empowerment)

(e) Adolescent Health and Development Project (in collaboration with UNFPA)

(f) North East Youth Exchange Programme (in collaboration with Ministry of Home Affairs).

19. During last three years and current year, NYKS mobilised a total amount of about `56.40 crorefrom these Ministries/ Departments/ Organisations/ State Governments for taking up the collaborativeprogrammes, as per following break-up:-

Table No. 6

(` in Crore)

Source Agency 2013-14 2014-15 2015-16 2016-17

UNFPA 3.00 1.73 2.03 0.00

Election Commission 0.07 0 0 0.00

Ministry of Home Affairs 0.92 2.03 2.00 2.19

District Level Agencies 12.70 9.26 3.40 10.00

Ministry of Social Justice 0.00 3.09 3.26 0.00

Ministry of Urban Development 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.72

TOTAL 16.69 16.11 10.69 12.91*

*Provisional

20. It was added that there have been no constraints as such in implementation of these programmes.In fact, effort of NYKS is to have more and more such programmes. Further, all the Programmes ofNYKS, including programmes under NYLP and programmes in collaboration with other Ministries/Organisations, are held with active involvement of Youth Clubs. In order to develop the personality ofyouth club members and to involve them in nation-building activities, NYKS educates and motivates themto undertake activities in the areas such as Health and Family Welfare, Environment enrichment and preservation,Sanitation and Cleanliness Drives, Education, Blood Donation, Eradication of Social evils, Formation ofSHGs, Skill Development, etc. in collaboration with other development departments/agencies.

21. It was also stated that within the limited manpower and resources available with NYKS, effortsare being made to finalize the optimal Annual Action Plan for 2017-18 so that the resources can be put

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to most effective use for achieving best possible results. The emphasis has been given on timely releaseof funds and close monitoring of implementation of the programmes. In addition, NYKS is striving tomake serious efforts to mobilise more resources from other Departments/Agencies for taking up collaborativeprogrammes with them. NYKS has been orienting its activities to bring focus on creating awareness/participation in the important initiatives/programmes of the Government like Swachh Bharat Mission, NamamiGange, Jan Dhan Yojana, Social Security Schemes, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Abhiyan, Sansad Adarsh GramYojana, Digital India, Skill India, etc. This will be further intensified during 2017-18.

22. The Objective of NYKS is to develop the personality and leadership qualities of the youth and toengage them in nation-building activities. This is being done through promotion of youth clubs. The youthenroll as members of these youth clubs. NYKS reaches these youth clubs and their members throughvarious programes. NYKS has introduced a simplified procedure of Online Registration of youth clubs,resulting in increase in number of youth clubs. The number of volunteers is increasing year after year.It may be seen that currently, there are about 3.04 lakh youth clubs affiliated with NYKS, with total membershipof about 87.15 lakhs. Generally, NYKS officials are getting positive response from youth club memberswhenever a programme is taken up. Moreover, there is no difficulty with response of volunteers as such.

23. The Committee notes that the projected demand for B.E. 2016-17 for NYKS was `̀̀̀̀867.98crore and it included an amount of `̀̀̀̀413.70 crore required on account of one-time contributionto build corpus for retirement benefits, on the basis of actuarial valuation. Against the total demand,the proposed B.E. 2017-18 is much lower as compared to the projected demand. The Committee,therefore, recommends to the Department to pursue the enhancement of fund allocation at therevised stage.

24. The Committee further observes that the major constraint in the achievement of desiredresult by NYKS is shortage of staff. The shortage of staff together with inadequate funds adverselyaffects the execution of magnitude of task involved. The total sanctioned strength of NYKS isof 2273 posts, of which 1412 posts are filled up at present (including 24 posts filled up temporarilyby taking officers on deputation and 25 posts filled up temporarily through UNV-DYCs under theUNV/UNDP). The remaining 861 posts are vacant. A major proportion of vacancies are in the categoryof DYCs (Distt. Youth Coordinators) and ACTs (Accounts Clerk-cum-Typists). This, the Committeeviews, is adversely affecting the work. As most of the posts have remained vacant for over a year,the same have lapsed. During the examination of DFG 2016-17 of the Department, it was broughtto the notice of the Committee that 810 posts are vacant in NYKS and the Committee, accordingly,recommended to make vigorous initiatives to get the approval of posts. However, the situationhas not improved. Hence the Committee reiterates its recommendation for the Department toexpedite the revival of posts in mission mode from the Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditureand make formidable time barred efforts for getting the vacant posts filled up.

NATIONAL YOUTH CORPS (NYC)

25. National Youth Corps (NYC) is a Scheme of the Department, but it is implemented through NYKS.The Department vide the replies to the Questionnaire on DFG, informed the Committee that under this

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Scheme, youth in the age-group of 18-29 years (upper age-limit was recently been increased from 25years to 29 years, consistent with the definition of 'youth' in National Youth Policy, 2014) are engagedas volunteers (now called 'National Youth Volunteers' or NYVs) to serve upto maximum two years in nation-building activities. After 2 years, new NYVs are recruited. Normally, 2 NYVs are deployed in each Block.NYVs act as an extended arm of NYKS administrative set-up (which has presence upto District levelin the form of District Nehru Yuva Kendras) for implementation of programmes and initiatives of NYKS.NYKS has sanction to engage upto 12,000 National Youth Volunteers at any point of time. Actual strengthis generally slightly lower, because NYVs keep leaving NYKS on completion of their 2-year tenure andon finding better opportunities and their replacement by new set of trained NYVs takes some time. During2016-17 (as on 01.02.2017), 10,080 NYVs were deployed in various States/UTs.

26. The Committee was also informed that the National Youth Volunteers had been getting Honorarium@`2,500/- per month since the inception of the Scheme in 2010-11, which was very meager, consideringthe nature of their responsibilities. Attention was also drawn to this aspect as the Department-relatedParliamentary Standing Committee on HRD had also recommended increase in Honorarium to` 5,000/- per month. Accordingly, after following due procedure, the Honorarium being paid to NationalYouth Volunteers (NYVs) engaged under the Scheme has been increased from ` 2,500/- per month to`5000/- per month w.e.f. 01.10.2016. This has doubled the funds requirement for the same number ofNYVs. Increase in RE 2016-17 is relatively moderate as the enhanced rate is applicable for 6 monthsonly. However, during 2017-18, the enhanced rate will apply for entire year. Hence, the BE 2017-18 hasbeen kept at ` 60.00 crore.

27. It was added that providing employment opportunity/ improving employability is not the main objectiveof NYC Scheme. The objective is to engage NYVs in nation-building activities for a period of two years.However, the NYVs gain valuable experience, working with the community in general and youth in particular.It develops their personality and leadership qualities, which opens many employment avenues for them.NYC Scheme also has provision for providing skill training to the NYVs, from Scheme funds, towardsthe end of their 2-year tenure, so as to help them in finding suitable job/ self-employment opportunities.Some volunteers even go for higher studies. NYKS also sponsors some NYVs for post-graduate coursesin RGNIYD. NYVs generally do well in finding jobs/taking up self-employment.

28. The Committee notes that for NYC, `̀̀̀̀35.00 crore was provided in B.E. 2016-17 and this wasenhanced to `̀̀̀̀ 40.00 crore in R.E. 2016-17. The financial outlay has been stepped up to `̀̀̀̀ 60.00crore in 2017-18 owing to increase in the honorarium for NYVs from `̀̀̀̀ 2500/- to `̀̀̀̀ 5000/- permonth. The Committee recommends that concerted efforts be initiated by the Department so thatthe allocated fund is not reduced at the RE stage for want of less number of registered volunteerswhich was witnessed during financial years 2014-15 and 2015-16.

NATIONAL PROGRAMME FOR YOUTH AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT (NPYAD)

29. It was brought to the notice of the Committee that under the National Programme for Youth andAdolescent Development (NPYAD), funds are sanctioned to All-India/ State-level Government/ non-Government Organisations for taking up various activities for youth development and empowerment. In

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addition, expenditure is incurred on activities like National Youth Festival, National Youth Awards, TenzingNorgay National Adventure Awards, Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, etc. During 2016-17, a comprehensivereview of grants released to NGOs has been taken up, to make sure that funds being released to NGOsare properly utilised and there is no misuse of funds. Due to this, there has been slow-down in expenditure.Besides this, the total allocation for the Department has been reduced from `596 crore at BE 2016-17stage to `529.75 crores at RE 2016-17 stage. Due to these factors, the allocation was reduced to `18crore for NPYAD at RE 2016-17 stage. For BE 2017-18, the provision has been kept at the same levelas RE 2016-17.

30. During last three years, all the components of the NPYAD Scheme were implemented successfully.Assistance to various All-India/State-level Organisations was sanctioned for taking up youth developmentactivities. There are no hurdles/constraints as such. The amount released to voluntary organisations duringlast three years is as follows:

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Year No. of Organisations Amount Released

2013-14 125 22.78

2014-15 160 31.09

2015-16 116 25.62

31. The Committee was also informed that during the current fiscal year, out of `18.00 crore allocatedto NPYAD at RE stage, `13.02 crore have been utilised. However, it is expected that the expenditure willpick up during the closing of the financial year 2016-17 and based on trend of expenditure, additionalallocation will be sought at RE 2017-18 stage. As per the scheme guideline, Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan(NYKS) has been nominated as the Monitoring and Evaluation Institution for all the programmes underNPYAD Scheme. Thus, the activities are being closely monitored through NYKS.

32. The Committee observes that owing to comprehensive review of grants released to NGOswith respect to execution of NPYAD, the expenditure has slowed down. Ultimately, the provisionof funds for the BE 2017-18 has been reduced to `̀̀̀̀18.00 crore only. The Committee, therefore,recommends that the scheme should be reviewed at the stage of revised estimate of the financialyear 2017-18 for the enhancement of allocation of fund, if required, and this would give a fillipto the NPYAD Scheme.

INTERNATIONAL CO-OPERATION

33. The Committee was apprised that the Department endeavours to create an international perspectiveamong youth in collaboration with other countries and international agencies/organizations on various youthissues.

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34. The Department also collaborates with UN agencies like United Nations Volunteers (UNVs)/UNDPand the Commonwealth Youth Programme (CYP) on various youth related issues. Further, it is the endeavourof the Department to constantly monitor the execution of the Programmes and to improve the qualityof implementation of the international youth exchange programmes, so that the intended purpose of theseprogrammes, i.e., promoting exchange of ideas, values and culture amongst the youth of different countries,with view of develop international perspective among the youth, is achieved. During 2016-17, 3 new MoUs(with Mozambique, Russia and Kyrgyz Republic) have been signed for cooperation on youth matters. TheMoU with Indonesia, which had expired on 01.12.2011, has also been renewed. The Department alsostarted international youth exchange with 3 new countries, namely, Maldives, Vietnam and Russia.

35. The Department of Youth Affairs hosted the second BRICS Youth Summit at Guwahati during01-03 July, 2016. The theme of the Summit was "Youth as Bridge for Intra-BRICS Exchanges". At theend of the Summit, "Guwahati BRICS Youth Summit 2016 Call for Action" was adopted by consensus.The Department also supported organisation of 10th Global Assembly of 'Ship for World Youth AlumniAssociation (SWYAA-India)' at New Delhi during 20-27 September, 2016, wherein about 150 former participatingyouth of 'Ship for World Youth Leaders Programme' from 34 countries participated.

36. To sum up the achievement till 2014-15, the Department had youth exchange programmes withonly 3 countries, namely, China, South Korea and Bangladesh. During 2015-16 and 2016-17, youth exchangeprogrammes have been started with 7 new countries, namely, Maldives, Vietnam, Russia, Sri Lanka, Nepal,Kuwait and Bahrain. Effort is on to initiate more such programmes.

37. Regarding commonwealth programmes, it is stated that the Commonwealth Youth Programme (CYP)is in existence since 1973 and was earlier being operated from HQ at London and 4 Regional Centresin India, Guyana, Zambia and Soloman Islands. However, during 2013-14, CYP decided to close downall its Regional Centres as part of a restructuring exercise, which was necessitated, inter-alia, due totheir funds constraints. Accordingly, the Regional Centre of CYP at Chandigarh has been closed downw.e.f. 28.02.2014. Under the new structure, CYP proposes to position a Regional Representative (for AsiaRegion) in India (to be assisted by a Special Assistant). Currently, India contributes to CYP annual pledgemoney of about `1.15 crore.

38. The Committee observes that for International Cooperation, `̀̀̀̀13.40 crore was allocated inBE 2016-17 and `̀̀̀̀15.80 crore in RE 2016-17. The allocation has been marginally enhanced to `̀̀̀̀16.00crore in BE 2017-18. The increase of `̀̀̀̀2.40 crore in RE 2016-17 over BE 2016-17 is in respect ofexternally-aided project on "Strengthening of NYKS and NSS" being implemented jointly with UNV/UNDP. This is basically in the nature of accounting adjustment, in respect of funds being contributedby UNV/UNDP for the Project, as per instructions of the Ministry of Finance. Increase in BE2017-18 over RE 2016-17 is very nominal to take care of increase in expenditure on internationalyouth exchange programmes. The Committee, therefore, recommends that the projected activitiesof International Cooperation with marginally enhanced financial outlay in the financial year2017-18 are accomplished on time with focused pro-active steps of the Department of YouthAffairs.

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YOUTH HOSTELS

39. The Committee was apprised of the Youth Hostel Scheme that this is a joint venture between Centreand State Government. While the Central Government bears the cost of construction, the State Governmentsprovide fully developed land free-of-cost, with water supply, electricity connection and approach roads.Youth Hostels are jointly managed. While the Central Government appoints Managers, the Hostel ManagementCommittees are headed by State Government officials. The day-to-day management and maintenance ofthe youth hostels are within the ambit of Hostel Management Committee (HMC). HMCs are chaired byDistrict Magistrates (in case of Hostels located in Districts) and by State Secretaries of Youth Affairs(in case of Hostels located at State HQs). The maintenance work is normally expected to be taken upout of revenues of the Hostels. However, the proposals for renovation and face-lifting of the youth hostelsreceived in this Ministry are duly considered subject to the availability of funds.

40. This was also informed that in view of advice of erstwhile Planning Commission to finalise a PPPModel before constructing new Hostels and non-allocation of adequate funds, the Department is not takingup construction of any new Youth Hostels. On the issue of PPP Model, the Department had sought adviceof the erstwhile Planning Commission, which was not received. The Ministry has, meanwhile, entrustedYouth Hostels Association of India (YHAI) to undertake assessment/evaluation of the Youth Hostels andalso to draft modalities for running of Youth Hostels under PPP model. The process is going on. Thepresent budget allocation is adequate only for meeting the expenditure on account of the honorarium ofthe Managers and Wardens and for periodic minor face-lifting of the youth hostels.

41. During the last three years, construction of two Youth Hostels (YHs), namely, at Thoubal andChurachandpur in Manipur were completed and one Youth Hostel at Roing in Arunachal Pradesh is inadvanced stage of construction. There have been serious efforts to improve quality of management ofYouth Hostels. In this direction, 6 Youth Hostels, namely, Dalhousie (Himachal Pradesh), Jodhpur (Rajasthan),Mysore (Karnataka), Agra (U.P.), Panaji (Goa) and Puducherry have got ISO Certification during last threeyears. A meeting of the Central Policy Committee, constituted under the chairmanship of MoS(IC) forbetter monitoring and functioning of the Youth Hostels, was held on 11.07.2015. Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan(NYKS) has been nominated as the field organization for better coordination of the work of the YouthHostels. Considering that young girls also stay at youth hostels, wife/lady kin of the Managers of theYouth Hostels have been appointed as Wardens. The sales-linked incentives are distributed among all thestaff, including Manager and Warden.

42. Besides, this was also informed that since there is an overall reduction in the budget of the Departmentfrom `596 crore in BE 2016-17 to ` 529.75 crore, at RE 2016-17 stage, there has been a minor cutin the allocation for Youth Hostels as well. Currently, the budget provision under this head is mainly forpayment of honorarium to Managers and Wardens of Hostels and for minor repairs/face-lifting of YouthHostels. No major new initiatives are being taken. The RE 2016-17 of ` 1.30 crore will be adequate forthe purpose and no major difficulty is anticipated in this regard. The BE 2017-18 for Youth Hostels ishence, ` 1.50 crore only.

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43. It was added that the following 14 Youth Hostels have been encroached and are being used forvarious purposes (other than the designated purpose) by the State Governments:

Gurgaon, Yamunanagar and Rewari (Haryana); Ropar, Sangrur, Patiala, Jalandhar and Amritsar (Punjab);Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir); Kadapa (Andhra Pradesh); Darjeeling (West Bengal); Gangtok (Sikkim);Dimapur (Nagaland) and Guwahati (Assam).

44. The Committee observes that some major constraints faced by the Department are : (a)encroachment of youth hostels by State Government Departments and their use for non-designatedpurposes, (b) the meetings of Hostel Management Committee (HMC) not being held regularly,thereby adversely affecting smooth running of Hostels, and (c) delay in appointment of Managersdue to late furnishing of list of candidates by the State Governments/District Administrations.The Committee, therefore, strongly recommends that the Department must initiate appropriatemeasures to get all 14 Youth Hostels vacated from the unauthorized occupants and extraneousactivities running thereat are stopped henceforth. Further, all requisite steps should be taken bythe Department to regularize the meeting of HMC and without indulging in a long drawn affair,the appointment of Managers should be streamlined by resorting to all out efforts. The Committeewould like to get a status note separately containing the action initiated by the Ministry in thisregard. The Committee also advocates for increase in the financial outlay for this scheme at theRE stage of 2017-18, if the overall fund allocation of the Department goes up at the RE stage.

ASSISTANCE TO SCOUTING AND GUIDING ORGANISATIONS

45. The Committee was informed that the Scouting and Guiding is an international movement. Scoutingand Guiding Organisations operating in India get financial assistance not only from Department of YouthAffairs, but from other sources as well. In that sense, the Scouting and Guiding activities are not exclusivelyfunded from the Department of Youth Affairs. The Department has been providing assistance to twoorganisations, namely, Bharat Scouts and Guides and Hindustan Scouts and Guides, for taking up specificprogrammes. The budget provision has remained static at `1.50 crore due to overall budgetary constraintsof the Department. The issue of adequacy of funds does not arise in the sense that this Department isnot the only source of funds for the scouting and guiding organisations. The utilisation of funds is closelymonitored by obtaining performance reports, utilisation certificates etc. as per laid down procedure.

46. The Committee desires that this scheme of the Department achieves the targeted resultduring the financial year 2017-18 and the Department goes ahead to make it a novel scheme.

NATIONAL DISCIPLINE SCHEME

47. Under National Discipline Scheme (NDS), the only action at present is to reimburse expenditureincurred by States in respect of NDS Instructors that had been transferred to them by Government ofIndia, for which the Government of India had agreed to reimburse the expenditure. Currently, no otheractivities/ programmes are being taken up by the Department under the Scheme. Hence, there is no achievementetc. under the Scheme.

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48. The total outstanding liability (payable to States) is estimated at about ` 237.34 crore. The annualallocation of `5 crore is very meagre and it has not been possible to increase the same due to overallbudgetary constraint of the Department. In view of this, a proposal was earlier submitted to Ministryof Finance for special additional one-time allocation for liquidating this liability. However, the same hasnot been agreed to. Effort will be made to increase allocation under this head, if the overall budgetaryallocation for the Department goes up.

49. The Committee recommends to the Government that this liability need not continue andif it is so essential, one time provision be made to settle the liability for ever. The Committeebelieves if the Department of Youth Affairs proactively takes up the issue with the StateGovernments, they may agree even for its waiver.

NATIONAL YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMME

50. The Committee came to know that NYLP consist of the following activities :

(a) Neighbourhood Youth Parliament (NYP): Neighbourhood Youth Parliament aims at educatingthe youth club members of NYKS on contemporary issues and involving them in debate/discussions on such issues. During current year, NYKS has organised 7,625 Youth ParliamentProgrammes at Block level, in which 6.25 lakh members of NYK-affiliated Youth Clubsparticipated. In addition, NYKS has organised 23,261 village-level neighbourhood youthparliament programmes, with participation of about 4.17 lakh youth. The Programmes organisedduring the first quarter of 2016-17 were effectively leveraged for Yoga Awareness and Training,in addition to other themes, which played a key role in effective participation of NYKS inYoga programmes across the country on the 21.06.2016, i.e., the International Day of Yoga.In fact, Yoga programmes were organised in 40,903 NYKS-affiliated youth clubs, in which9.75 lakh youth club members participated.

(b) Youth for Development Programme (YFDP): The Programme aims at channelising theimmense youth energy towards the nation-building, by involving youth in Shramadaan (voluntary labour). During the year, awards have been given to 1,713 youth clubs for outstandingwork.

(c) National Youth Development Fund (NYDF): The Fund has been set up with the objectiveto mobilise funds from non-budgetary resources also for youth development. This will enablethe Department to fill the gaps in the ongoing programmes as also to take up innovativeprogrammes for youth development. The Operational Guidelines for the National YouthDevelopment Fund (NYDF) have been notified. For administration of the Fund, the Counciland the Executive Committee have been constituted and their meetings have been held.` 10 crore have been released as the budgetary contribution to the Fund. The approvals for(i) exemption of income of the Fund from income-tax under Section 12-A, and for (ii) incometax exemption under Section 80-G in respect of contributions to the Fund, have recentlybeen obtained from the Income Tax Department.

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51. Further, the BE 2017-18 for National Young Leaders Programme is ̀ 25crore. NYLP is a new programmeand there have been some operational difficulties in implementation of the programme at field level. Basedon feedback from field officials, the guidelines for 'Neighbourhood Youth Parliament' component of NYLPhave recently been revised. The financial assistance to youth clubs for organising village-level programmeshas been doubled from `1,200/- to `2,400/- per club per annum and other parameters have also beenmade more flexible. The expenditure is expected to pick up in 2017-18 and based on trend of expenditure,additional allocation will be sought at RE 2017-18 stage. The low allocation in BE 2017-18 is also dueto the fact that the overall allocation for the Department has come down from `596 crores in BE2016-17 to `550 crores in BE 2017-18.

52. The Committee recommends to the Department to take pro-active approach to get rid ofall operational difficulties in implementing this scheme at field level and make this scheme aworthwhile scheme. Besides, outright efforts be made to mobilize contributions to NYDF. TheCommittee further recommends that a feasible target for augmenting this Fund should also beset and the progress made for such achievement be apprised to the Committee.

NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME

53. National Service Scheme (NSS) was introduced in 1969 with the primary objective of developingthe personality and character of the student youth through voluntary community service. 'Education throughService' is the purpose of the NSS. NSS aims at developing the following qualities/competencies amongthe volunteers :

(a) To understand the community in which the NSS volunteers work and to understand themselvesin relation to their community;

(b) To identify the needs and problems of the community and involve themselves in problem-solving exercise;

(c) To develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility;

(d) To utilize their knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and community problems;

(e) To gain skills in mobilizing community participation;

(f) To acquire leadership qualities and democratic values;

(g) To develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters; and

(h) To practice national integration and social harmony.

54. The Committee was informed that the NSS has been very proactively involved in all flagship programmesof the Government. NSS volunteers have been actively involved in various programmes including SwatchhBharat Mission, Digital India, Yoga Programmes, Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan, Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, SaansadAdarsh Gram Yojana, etc. Further, to motive more and more students to opt for NSS, the NSS has nowbeen made an Elective Subject (with credits). The UGC has issued necessary Advisory to all Universitiesin this regard, on the request of Department of Youth Affairs.

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55. NSS has a well-designed administrative structure for effective implementation and close monitoringof the Programme - right from NSS units level to the National level. Each NSS unit in an educationalinstitution is led by a teacher designated as 'Programme Officer (PO)', who plays a pivotal role as aneducator, organiser, coordinator, supervisor, administrator and public relations person for the NSS unitunder him. At University Level, there is an NSS Cell and a designated Programme Coordinator (PC) tocoordinate the NSS activities in respect of all NSS units in the University and its affiliated colleges. Similarly,in respect of Senior Secondary Schools, NSS Cell is located in the Directorate of Senior Secondary Education.At State level, there is a State NSS Cell headed by a State NSS Officer (SNO), located in the State GovernmentDepartment dealing with NSS. At the National Level, there is a Directorate of NSS, which functions through15 Regional Directorates. In addition to the above, there are Advisory Committees at National, State, Universityand Institution level, comprising of official and non-official members to provide necessary guidance tothe NSS functionaries. Close monitoring of the Programme is ensured through the above set-up. Thereis timely release of grants/funds to the States/UTs for NSS activities. Activities are monitored throughelaborate monthly reporting system for physical/financial achievements. There are no constraints as suchin this regard.

56. Further, the administrative machinery is fully geared to expand coverage of programme to uncoveredareas/educational institutions. There is also demand from States/UTs for allocation of additional funds forexpanding coverage of NSS in their respective States/UTs. The Department has a vision to enhance theNSS coverage from current 36 lakh NSS volunteers to 100 lakh volunteers, but it has not been possibleto work in that direction due to funds shortage. If the required funds are made available, the Departmentwill be in a position to expand the coverage of NSS to uncovered areas.

57. The Scheme of SFUs was introduced in view of the fact that the demand for setting up of NSSunits was very high and the Department was not in a position to provide funding for all such units dueto funds constraints. At the same time, a number of Educational Institutions were prepared to fund andoperate NSS units with their own resources. Such institutions were allowed to set up SFUs of NSS. TheSFUs of NSS operate just like the regular NSS Units with the only difference that the expenditure onrunning the units is borne by the concerned educational institution. Proactive efforts are being made topopularise SFUs in all parts of the country, especially those States/UTs where such units are yet to beset up. Specific annual targets for setting up of SFUs are being fixed for each State/ UT. The State Governmentshave been requested to extend their full cooperation by issuing appropriate instructions/persuading theeducational institutions, especially the institutions in private sector, to set up such units. The NSS officialsfrom Regional Directorates get in touch with potential educational institutions and persuade them to setup such units. The operational guidelines for setting up of SFUs have been simplified to make it easierfor willing educational institutions to join NSS by setting up SFUs of NSS. The performance is beingclosely monitored to ensure that each State/UT has SFUs of NSS and their number continues to increaseyear after year.

58. The Committee notes that for this Scheme, the increase in BE 2017-18 over BE and RE2016-17 is very nominal, amounting to 4.7% only. This is only for meeting the additional expenditureon account of increase in salaries and establishment expenses of NSS officials as also normal increase

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in expenditure on organising various programmes. The Committee observes that in view of thepresent allocation, it will not be possible to enhance the target for NSS volunteers or to add anynew component to NSS. In fact, this allocation is inadequate even to meet the current target of36 lakh NSS volunteers.

59. The Committee shows its concern in the perspective of on-going activities of this schemeand recommends to the Department to make efforts for enhancement of budget outlay at theRE stage so that all intended activities are fulfilled on time with optimal utilization of expenditureavailable making it a laudable scheme.

RAJIV GANDHI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT (RGNIYD)

60. The Committee was informed that Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development (RGNIYD),Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu, is an 'Institute of National Importance' under the Ministry of Youth Affairsand Sports, Government of India, by virtue of enactment of RGNIYD Act, 2012. The Institute functionsas a think-tank of the Ministry and premier organization of youth-related activities in the country. Consequentupon RGNIYD being notified as an "Institute of National Importance", the Government had approved atotal outlay of ` 514 crore for RGNIYD over 5-years period from 2014-15 to 2018-19 for upgradationof the infrastructure and activities of the Institute. The total outlay of ` 514 crore comprises of RecurringExpenditure: ` 172.40 crore, Non-recurring Expenditure: ` 241.60 crore and creation of an EndowmentCorpus of ` 100 crore. However, due to budgetary constraints, it has not been possible to make desiredlevel of funds allocations to RGNIYD. As against the Projected Demand for ` 224.80 crore, the BE2016-17 was ` 36 crore and RE 2015-16 was `35.80 crore. The BE 2017-18 is ` 36 crore, i.e., thesame level as that of the last year. The activities of the Institute are closely monitored round the yearaccording to the Governance structure stipulated in the RGNIYD Act, 2012. According to the Act, Hon'blePresident of India is the Visitor of the Institute. The multifarious activities of the Institute are monitoredby the Executive Council, Academic Council, Finance Committee and the Building and Works Committee.The Director is the Chief Executive Officer of the Institute who coordinates the day-to-day functioningof the Institute and implements the youth development programmes through various Divisions/ Centres/Departments of the Institute.

61. It was added that there have been significant achievement during last three years (2014-15 to2016-17). The Institute's functions/activities were restructured, in line with the Report of the Mentor Groupconstituted by the Ministry in 2011 to prepare a Vision Document for RGNIYD. The Institute has restructuredits Post-graduate Programmes. Two new post-graduate programmes, namely, M.Sc., Counseling Psychologyand M.A., Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship have started from 2015-16. The Institute has also startedoffering a Post-graduate Diploma in Youth Development and a Diploma Programme on Community MentalHealthcare (in collaboration with Banyan Academy of Leadership in Mental Health). A new Departmentof tribal and north east youth development has been set up to focus on development of tribal youth andNorth East youth. B.Voc. Programmes on "Apparel Manufacturing and Entrepreneurship" and "FashionDesign and Retail" have been started in collaboration with Apparel Training and Design Centre (ATDC),Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. The Programmes are currently being run in 12 ATDC Centres,

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in which 419 students have enrolled. As a result of various initiatives taken by the Institute to strengthenthe academic programmes, the total number of students in academic programmes in the Institute increasedfrom 139 students in 2013-14 to 464 students in 2016-17.

62. The Committee was told that during the last three years, RGNIYD has been projecting its demandfor funds allocation, consistent with the need to take up major upgradation of infrastructure, manpowerand programming, pursuant to declaration of the Institute as "Institute of National Importance" vide RGNIYDAct, 2012. The position of demand and allocations during last three years (Plan plus Non-Plan) is as follows:-

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` in crores

Year Projected Demand Actual Allocationfor Funds (Revised Estimates)

2014-15 102.70 20.56

2015-16 169.00 26.30

2016-17 224.80 35.80

63. The Committee observes that there is a huge gap between the projected demand and theactual allocation. The Committee, therefore, recommends that the Department should endeavourwith requisite zest and fervor for enhancement of allocation of fund for RGNIYD as to what hasbeen proposed in BE 2017-18, so that all intended work for strengthening of infrastructure/activitiesare covered to a greater extent and also in the context of the basic proposal to make RGNIYDa Centre of Excellence in the field of youth development.

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CHAPTER-III

DEPARTMENT OF SPORTS AND ITS MAJOR INITIATIVES, POLICIES AND SCHEMES

64. The Secretary in his presentation before the Committee on the 17th February, 2017, gave an overviewof the functioning and status of different activities undertaken by the Department of Sports.

65. The Committee was informed that the 'Sports' is a State subject and primary responsibility for promotionand development of sports is that of State Governments and National Sports Federations. However, theDepartment of Sports and the Sports Authority of India supplement the efforts of the States and the NSFs.The Department of Sports is taking a number of initiatives to promote Sports by converging efforts ofdifferent stakeholders by putting in place an architecture having a structured framework. The followinginitiatives will form a part of the Vision 2028 comprising a short term, medium term and long term sportsdevelopment programme leading up to the 2020, 2024 and 2028 Olympics:-

(i) National Playing Fields Development Programme : This programme will have the followingtwo components :

(a) Development of Playground at each Gram Panchayat Level which will be funded @`5.00 lakh per playground under the MGNREGS. For additional facilities of drinkingwater, sanitation, bio-fencing, etc., funding will be arranged for its convergence withother schemes of the Government of India.

(b) Providing institutional legitimacy to playgrounds and open spaces by registering themwith the National Playing Fields Association of India. Under this arrangement, States/UTs will form District and State Level Playing Fields Associations. All playing fieldsand open spaces earmarked for sports will be registered with the District Level PlayingFields Associations and Geo-tagged through a GIS based information system. Thesewill in turn register with the State Level Playing Fields Associations and finally withthe National Playing Fields Association of India. This arrangement will prevent diversionof open spaces and playing fields for other activities. States may also be given seedmoney of `50 lakh for undertaking these activities.

(ii) Community Coach Development : A cascading model of community coach development willbe implemented through which suitable identified PETs will be trained as Master Trainerswho will go on to train other PETs or Subject Teachers as community coaches. This willput in place a chain reaction through which community coaches will be created throughoutthe country. An online version of the coaching material will also be made available for aspiringcommunity coaches.

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in place. Such sportspersons can register on the portal with necessary details. A group ofexperts will examine their applications and shortlist potential talents through a transparenttrial process. Selected talents will can be accommodated in programmes of the Governmentof India or State Governments or even private academies.

(iv) National Talent Development Programme : Under this programme, 1000 promising sportspersonswill be identified each year across 10 priority sports disciplines for support under a longterm athlete development programme for a period of eight years.

(v) Coaching Development Framework : A framework will be put in place to cater to coachingrequirements and capacity building of different levels of coaching, i.e., grass-roots leveldevelopmental level and High Performance level.

(vi) Domestic Competition Structure : In order to strengthen the domestic tournament structure,school level competitions being organized by the School Games Federation of India (SGFI)will be amalgamated with the National School Level Competitions under the Khelo IndiaScheme. Similarly, the outreach of the University Games conducted by the Association ofIndian Universities (AIU) will be increased by amalgamating the same with the NationalUniversity Level Competitions under the Khelo India, to cover all 749 Universities, thus makingit much more representative.

(vii) Promotion of Rural and Indigenous Games : In order to showcase our rural and indigenousgames, annual competitions will be held under the Khelo India Scheme. A dynamic and interactivewebsite providing information on such games will also be put up.

(viii) Hosting of International Events : Hosting of International events help in promoting sportsin the country by putting the country in focus of the sporting world, thereby spreading interestin sports in the country. This has been witnessed during international events held in the countryin the past. The FIFA - U 17 Football World Cup and Himalayan Region Games comprisingthe countries in the Himalayan Region, are two such international events being held this yearin the country.

(ix) National Academies and Regional Academies: This initiative will help build a network of pan-India National Level and Regional Level Sports Academies by supporting existing academiesbeing run by the SAI and State/UT Governments to provide access to world-class trainingfacilities to sporting talents from across the country, near their residences.

(x) Restructuring of SAI : The SAI, being the technical and field wing of the Department, needsto be restructured to increase its efficiency and make its functioning more effective.

(xi) Clean Sports Initiatives : The National Anti-Doping Agency is working to create anti-dopingawareness among sportspersons and support personnel including stakeholders, disseminationof anti-doping information with the help of digital/electronic media with the aim to decreasethe incidence of doping amongst Indian Sportspersons and promote fair play and inculcateethic-based values of clean sport amongst the youth, and develop sportsman spirit.

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(xii) Good Governance Framework : Action is being taken to put in place a framework to infusegood governance among the National Sports Federations, who are in charge of managementof various Sports disciplines, through a regulatory framework.

(xiii) Human Resource Development Scheme : The Scheme aims to build capacity in the academicand intellectual side of sports management by providing requisite support to deserving candidatesin sports sciences and sports medicine where human resources are found to be inadequate.

(xiv) National Physical Fitness Programme : It is essential to measure the level of physical fitnessof school going children, analyse the data collected and derive empirical evidence to supportthe importance of sports as a contributor to a healthy life so that Sports is given its dueimportance as a healthy alternative to medicines and medical interventions.

(xv) Under the Scheme of Assistance to NSFs assistance is provided to NSFs for conduct ofNational Championships at Senior, Junior, Sub-Junior level for men and women, conductof international tournaments in India, participation of sportspersons in international sportscompetitions, organizing coaching camps, engagement of foreign coaches, and procurementof sports equipment.

(xvi) The setting up of National Sports University (NSU), Manipur, was announced by the Hon'bleFM in his Budget Speech of 2014.

(xvii) Indian Institute of Sports Science and Research (IISSR) is to be set up in New Delhi tointegrate the study, research and practice of as Sports Sciences and Medicine.

(xviii) The setting up of National Institute of Sports Coaching (NISC), Patiala, was considered byEFC on 12.09.2012. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has decided to constitute aCommittee to study the existing sports coaching framework in the country, critical gaps incoaching ecosystem, international best practices in top sporting nations, and makerecommendations for developing a new comprehensive National Sports Coaching Framework.

BUDGET ALLOCATION

66. On the basis of background notes provided by the Department of Sports, the Committee learntabout the budget estimate, revised estimates for 2016-17 and budget estimates 2017-18 as follows:-

Table No. 9

(` in crore)

Sl. No. Name of the BE 2016-17 RE 2016-17 BE % ofScheme 2017-18 increase in

BE 2017-18w.r.t. RE2016-17

Plan Non-Plan Total Plan Non-Plan Total

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

A Development in Sports institutions

1. Sports Authority 345.30 71.00 416.30 367.20 71.00 438.20 481.00 109.77%of India

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

2. Laxmibai Institute 45.00 21.60 66.60 32.40 20.20 52.60 45.02 85.59%of PhysicalEducation

3. National Dope 8.90 0.00 8.90 8.90 0.00 8.90 10.00 112.36%Testing Laboratory

4. National Anti- 2.50 0.00 2.50 2.80 0.00 2.80 4.00 142.86%Doping Agency

5. World Anti- 0.60 0.00 0.60 0.60 0.00 0.60 1.00 166.67%Doping Agency

6. Indian Institute of 0.50 0.00 0.50 0.50 0.00 0.50 20.00 4000.00%Sports Scienceand Research(erstwhile NationalInstitute of SportsScience and SportsMedicine)

7. National Institute of 0.50 0.00 0.50 0.50 0.00 0.50 5.00 1000.00%Sports Coaching

8. Sports University in 50.00 0.00 50.00 15.00 0.00 15.00 50.00 333.33%North East

TOTAL (A) 453.30 92.60 545.90 427.90 91.20 519.10 616.02 118.67%

(B) Encouragement and Awards to Sportspersons

1. Special Cash 30.00 0.00 30.00 22.00 0.00 22.00 10.00 45.45%Awards

2. Arjuna, Dronacharya, 0.00 1.80 1.80 0.00 1.80 1.80 2.00 111.11%Dhyanchand Awards

3. Pension to Meritorious 2.00 0.00 2.00 1.70 0.00 1.70 2.00 117.65%Sportspersons

4. Assistance to 185.00 0.00 185.00 359.93 0.00 359.93 302.18 83.96%National Sportsfederation

5. Human Resource 5.00 0.00 5.00 5.00 0.00 5.00 10.00 200.00%Development inSports

6. National Sports 5.00 0.00 5.00 5.00 0.00 5.00 2.00 40.00%DevelopmentFund

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

7. Promotion of Sports 4.00 0.00 4.00 4.00 0.00 4.00 0.01 0.25%among Disabled

8. National Welfare 0.00 1.00 1.00 0.00 1.00 1.00 2.00 200.00%Fund for Sports-persons

TOTAL (B) 231.00 2.80 233.80 397.63 2.80 400.43 330.19 82.46%

(C) Khelo India : National Programme for Development of Sports

1. Khelo India 140.00 0.00 140.00 118.10 0.00 118.10 350.00 296.36%

2. SAI Stadia 0.10 0.00 0.10 0.01 0.00 0.01 0.50 5000.00%Renovation

3. National Physical 0.10 0.00 0.10 0.01 0.00 0.01 5.00 50000.00%Fitness ProgrammeResource Centre ofLNUPE Gwalior

4. Scheme for 0.50 0.00 0.50 0.50 0.00 0.50 0.50 100.00%Identification andNurturing of SportsTalent

5. Enhancement of 75.00 0.00 75.00 40.00 0.00 40.00 75.00 187.50%Sports Facility inJ & K

6. Himalayan Region 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 15.00 0.00%Sports Festival

7. Other Programme 0.00 0.60 0.60 0.00 0.20 0.20 1.00 500.00%

TOTAL (C) 215.70 0.60 216.30 158.62 0.20 158.82 447.00 281.45%

GRAND TOTAL (A+B+C) 900.00 96.00 996.00 984.15 94.20 1078.35 1393.21 129.20%

67. This was also informed that the Ministry of Finance enhanced the allocation for the Departmentof Sports from ` 996.00 crore at B.E. 2016-17 to `1078.35 crore at R.E. 2016-17. The B.E. 2017-18has been kept at `1393.21 crore which is higher as compared to B.E. 2016-17.

68. The Committee was apprised of the projected demand, allocation, expenditure, percentage of utilisationand under-utilisation for the year 2013-14, 2015-16, 2016-17 and 2017-18 (till 31st January, 2017) asfollows:–

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Table No. 10

Plan

Sl. No. Year Projected BE RE Expenditure % of % ofDemand Expenditure under

w.r.t. RE utilization

1. 2013-14 809.00 809.00 753.03 93.08 6.92

2. 2014-15 1259.00 705.00 700.45 99.35 0.65

3. 2015-16 1872.80 1005.48 942.46 941.20 99.87 0.13

4. 2016-17 1839.43 900.00 984.15 736.64* 74.85 25.15

5. 2017-18 3287.96 1393.21

*Expenditure till 31st January, 2017

Non-Plan

Sl. No. Year Projected BE RE Expenditure % of % ofDemand Expenditure under

w.r.t. RE utilization

1. 2013-14 88.33 65.00 57.59 56.93 98.85 1.15

2. 2014-15 79.17 63.61 67.00 66.43 99.15 0.85

3. 2015-16 745.32 76.65 82.00 79.90 97.44 2.56

4. 2016-17 117.34 96.00 94.20 75.95 80.63 19.37

*Expenditure till 31st January, 2017.

69. The Committee was apprised by the Department of Sports through written replies that while deficitin fund allocations is taken up with the Ministry of Finance for additional allocation at the supplementaryor the R.E. stage, efforts are also taken to augment availability of funds through internal revenue generationin case of autonomous bodies like SAI and NDTL and also the convergence of funds from different schemesof the Department of Sports and Department of Youth Affairs as well as schemes of other Ministries.

70. The Committee was further informed that in most cases, implementation of schemes/programmesgets delayed due to various issues, like preparation of technical feasibility reports, tendering process andother technical issues that arise during the implementation of the schemes and programmes.

71. The Committee takes note of the efforts made by the Department of Sports addressing theissue of covering of the deficit by supplementing it through internal revenue generation. The Committeehopes that such measures will provide some relief to the Department. However, the Committeeis constrained to note the delay on account of preparation of feasibility reports and proceduralhassles. The Committee feels that such hassles should have been taken care of as it is reflected

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on the functioning of the Department. The Committee accordingly, impresses upon the Departmentto rectify this expeditiously before it is too late. The Committee further insists that the Departmentshould ensure effective monitoring of these schemes/programmes and the optimum utilizationof allocated funds.

SPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA (SAI)

72. Sports Authority of India (SAI) was set up as a society registered under the Societies RegistrationAct, 1860 to carry forward the legacy of the IXth Asian Games held in New Delhi in 1982, under theMinistry of Youth affairs and Sports (MYAS). SAI has been entrusted with twin objectives of promotingsports and achieving sporting excellence at the National and International level. Subsequently, in orderto facilitate development of SAI as a robust sports promotion body, necessary knowledge and skills inthe field of sports coaching and physical education were incorporated by amalgamating the erstwhile Societyfor National Institutes of Physical Education & Sports (SNIPES) consisting of Netaji Subhash NatonalInstitute for Sports (NSNIS), Patiala and its Centres along with two other educational institutes, namely,Lakshmibai National College of Physical Education (LNCPE) located at Thiruvananthapuram and LakshmibaiNational Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE), Gwalior, with SAI w.e.f. 1st May, 1987. The LNIPE,Gwalior was, however, delinked from SAI in September, 1995 on attaining the status of a "Deemed University".Today, SAI stands out as an apex body for promotion of sports and sports excellence in the country.

73. The Committee was apprised that in SAI, the sanctioned strength of coach is 1524 only. Thereare four categories of the coaches and present strength of the coaches in each category is as under please:

Table No.11

Sl. No. Name of the Category Sanctioned Strength Present Strength

1. Chief Coach 152 67

2. Senior Coach 305 157

3. Coach 457 357

4. Assistant Coach 610 367

TOTAL 1524 948

74. The Committee noted that there is shortage of 576 coaches, as per the sanctioned strength of 25sports disciplines. As many as 141 coaches are engaged on contract/deputation basis to meet the emergentrequirement of various schemes. The Committee was also told that SAI is recruiting upto 200 coachesin 16 priority disciplines during the year. The priority is given to the disciplines keeping in view the bestperformance of the players in the international level tournaments. The remaining 235 coaches either willbe taken on contract or on deputation basis, keeping in view the requirement of coaches in the variousschemes of SAI which is in operation across the country.

75. The Committee expresses its concern over the shortage of coaches and consequently morethan 37% vacancies exist. Certainly, the mode and pace of recruitment is not at all satisfactory.

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That needs major improvement. Moreover, the engagement on contract or deputation basis alsoreflects the lackadaisical attitude of the SAI to address this issue. The Committee desires thatnot only all the positions be filled up quickly but also there should not be left any scope for contractbasis appointments.

76. The coaches are recruited in this organization who has diploma in coaching or equivalent qualificationfrom any recognized university in India/abroad. In addition to above, the Refresher Courses are also conductedby SAI in their Academic Institutions, i.e. NIS Patiala, LNCPE Trivandrum, Regional Centre, Bangaloreand Regional Centre, Kolkata. Moreover, the Sports Authority of India nominates the coaches for the certificationcourses conducted by the National and International Federations. Initiatives are already taken for finalizinga Coaching Framework in India for the coaches which will be categorized based on their knowledge,skill and utilization and training will be provided on need base.

77. The Committee was informed that during the last 3 years, coaches were sent abroad and refreshercourses were held, as per detail given below:-

(a) 15 coaches and 10 scientists undergone training at University of Birmingham, UK in the year2016.

(b) 07 Boxing Coaches of SAI undergone advance training conducted by AIBA in Kazakhstanduring May-June, 2016.

(c) An accreditation/certification course was conducted at Indira Gandhi Sports Complex, NewDelhi for the Gymnastic Coaches in 2016.

(d) A five day Coaching Conclave was held in NIS Patiala from March 31, 2016 to 4th April,2016 in collaboration with ICCE.

(e) A diploma Course was conducted by Australian Swimming Academy for Swimming Coachat NIS Patiala in September, 2015.

(f) An officiating Course for the Swimming Coaches was conducted at NIS Patiala in October,2015.

(g) Gopichand Academy, Hyderabad, conducted certification course for Badminton coaches in2015.

Likewise, an International Seminar on Strength Training was held at LNCPE Trivandrum for allthe coaches in February, 2014.

78. In addition, due to inadequate budgetary support, major capital projects, procurement of requiredsports equipment and sports science equipment could not be done which is essential for imparting trainingand assessing the performance of trainees/elite sportspersons. Further efforts have been made to augmentthe internal revenue generation. Part of the revenue generation was utilized to maintain the SAI Stadia

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up to the required level due to non-availability of budgetary support from the Ministry. The details ofRevenue Generation are as under :

Table No. 12

Status of Revenue Generation

(` in Crore)

Year Amount

2014-15 75.33

2015-16 55.93

2016-17 78.67 (upto Jan-17)

79. Further, Sports Authority of India has started the IT projects as an E-SAI initiative to digitize theSAI. The projects namely Online Booking of SAI Stadia (OBSS), Personnel Management Information System(PIMS), Trainee Information Management System (TIMS), National Sports Talent Hunt (NSTH), VolunteerCoach Registration (VCR) were developed in the last one year.

80. The Committee finds that the fund allocation for SAI was for `̀̀̀̀416.30 crore in B.E.2016-17 which was enhanced at the stage of Revised Estimate to `̀̀̀̀438.20 crore. In B.E. 2017-18,the provision has been made for `̀̀̀̀481.00 crore. The increase in B.E. is due to increase in thecost of infrastructure, food supplements, training activities, establishment expenses, etc. This isalso on account of revision of financial norms with respect to boarding charges for SAI TrainingCentres and meeting essential requirements towards strengthening of sports and other alliedinfrastructures. The Committee recommends that SAI performs with concerted efforts for improvingthe nation's performance in sports at the world level.

LAKSHMIBAI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION (LNIPE)

81. The Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE) was established initially as a Collegeon 17th August in 1957 i.e. the centenary year of the first war of India's Independence. The Instituteis located at Gwalior, where Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi had laid down her life for the country's freedomstruggle. In recognition of the services rendered by the Institute in the field of physical education andsports, Deemed University status has been conferred upon it by the Government of India on recommendationsof University Grants Commission under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956 in the year 1995. The Instituteis an autonomous organization under administrative control of Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Governmentof India and it is run through the Society registered under the Madhya Pradesh Societies RegistrationAct, 1973.

82. The Department added that the objectives of the Institute are as given under:

(i) To prepare highly qualified teachers and leaders in the field of Physical Education and Sports.

(ii) To serve as a Centre of Excellence and Innovation in Physical Education and to undertake,promote and disseminate research in this field.

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(iii) To provide professional and academic leadership to other institutes in the field of PhysicalEducation.

(iv) To provide vocational guidance and placement services to the professionals in this field.

(v) To promote mass-participation in Physical Education and Sports.

(vi) To develop and promote programmes of Physical Education and Sports in the country.

(vii) To encourage and produce scientific contemporary literature in the field of Physical Educationand Sports.

(viii) To provide community services in the field of Physical Education and Sports.

83. Furthermore, the Institute has the following eight functional Departments :

(a) Department of Sports Biomechanics

(b) Department of Exercise Physiology

(c) Department of Health Education

(d) Department of Sports Psychology

(e) Department of Physical Education Pedagogy

(f) Department of Sports Management & Coaching

(g) Department of Yogic Sciences

84. The Committee was also told that the LNIPE is fully funded by the grants-in-aids from the Governmentof India, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The allocation of grants during the years 2016-17 at BE& RE stage and BE 2017-18 is as shown below :-

Year 2016-17 : BE: `45.00 crore (Plan)

: RE: `21.50 crore (Non-Plan)

: BE: `32.40 crore (Plan)

: RE: `20.20 crore (Non-Plan)

Year 2017-18 : BE: `45.02 crore

In addition, the Committee noted that projected BE 2017-18 for `110.72 crore is much higher thanwhat has been allocated to LNIPE. The shortfall in the expenditure during 2016-17 was primarily on accountof delay in execution of certain infrastructure projects. The Committee recommends the Departmentto take full scale efforts to complete all approved projects under LNIPE on time and there is nodenying the fact that the lapse of approved outlay for want of delay in execution of approved projectsis a cause of serious concern. The Committee further recommends that tenacious efforts are made

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for improving the quality of academic level of the Institute and strengthening the training skillsand administrative support to the students.

85. The Committee was apprised that the details of new initiatives proposed are as shown:-

LNIPE, Gwalior LNIPE-NERC, Guwahati

Construction of multi-storied Boys Hostel of Construction of Type-IV Accommodation - 6300 capacity. (Ground + 2 floors) Nos. at NERC Guwahati.

Construction of Building for workshop. Construction of Type-V Accommodation.

Construction of Scientific laboratory on Ground Construction of six Type-III accommodationfloor and classroom on first floor. at NERC, Guwahati.

Changing and wash rooms for Girls in between Construction of Post Graduate Hostel.Football and Hockey Grounds.

Multi-storied Staff Residential Building. Provision of Research Lab Building.

Construction of Badminton Hall. Construction of 400 mtr. Synthetic Athletic Trackincluding seating steps at NERC Guwahati.

Construction of Workshop and Garages Building. Construction of two Synthetic tennis courts atNERC Guwahati.

Construction of one pair of Synthetic Tennis Construction of two Synthetic Basket ballCourt. Finishing of suitable items and courts at NERC Guwahati.construction of toilets and changing room.

Addition and alteration in the Vice Chancellor's Provision of Archery Range.Existing bungalow.

Extension of Girls Mess. Provision for Hockey Astro Turf.

Provision of concrete ceiling in the cooking Construction of Road/culverts & retainingarea's in the Boys Mess. walls including security lights of the whole

campus

RCC roof in existing hall in cricket pavilion Construction of cricket field which is to bedeveloped through cutting and filling andretention wall and other building at NERCGuwahati.

Re-laying of Football surface. Yoga Hall and Combative Sports Hall upgradationby raising two floors over old office building

Provision of Boundary wall and chain link fencing Development of area besides existing Girlsup to 2 mtr. height around the Synthetic Athletic HostelTrack and Drainage System.

Replacement of existing flooring in old residential Retention wall at back side of Type Vquarters with kota stone Residence

10 metres pebbing in and around all hostels.

Supply, Installation and Commission of 650 KWpGrid Tied Solar PV Power Plant

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86. The Committee notes the initiatives being taken by both the LNIPE, Gwalior and Guwahatiand is keen to know the road map for completing these schemes. The Committee, therefore, asksthe Department to apprise the Committee of progress made while submitting the action takenreplies. The Committee also desires that both the Department and the institutes to closely monitorthe progress and ensure its timely completion.

NATIONAL DOPE TESTING LABORATORY (NDTL)

87. The National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) is an autonomous body under Ministry of YouthAffairs and Sports, Government of India. It is accredited by National Accreditation Board for Testing& Calibration Laboratories (NABL) for ISO: IEC 17025 (2003) and World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA)(September, 2008) for testing of urine & blood samples from human sports. NDTL is one of the 33 WADAaccredited laboratories in the world and one among seven in Asia. NDTL was registered in 2008 underRegistration of Society Act, 1860. Apart from Human Dope Testing, NDTL, has diversified in the areaof Horse Dope Testing and Proficiency Testing program in the field of drugs.

88. The Committee learnt that the Quality Policy of NDTL is as follows:

(i) The National Dope Testing Laboratory (NDTL) will endeavor to deliver its services appropriateto the client's need in a timely manner adhering to the applicable International standards.

(ii) NDTL will continuously improve its services and strive to maintain upper quality performancesin respect of applicable best value performance indicators.

(iii) NDTL will systematically promote the skills and knowledge of all staff members by appropriatetraining and ensure to preserve reputation and integrity of the organization by committingto high standards of responsibility and objectivity.

89. It was also learnt that the future vision plan of this Laboratory is as given under:

(a) Expansion in Routine and Research Wing in Human Dope Testing.

(b) Expansion in Routine Testing and Research Wing in Horse Dope Testing.

(c) Expansion of Proficiency Testing (PT) provider scheme.

(d) To establish new horizons in drug analysis by introducing test methods on newer samplematrices like Hair, Sweat etc. apart from urine & blood.

(e) To initiate Drug of abuse testing/workplace testing.

90. The budget provision for NDTL was for `8.90 crore in BE 2016-17 which was static at the REstage of 2016-17. It has been marginally enhanced to `10.00 crore in BE 2017-18. The Committee findsthat the increase BE 2017-18 is for procurement of laboratory equipments and expansion of the activitiesof NDTL. The Committee desires that equipments are procured on time and ensure that expansionof its intended activities are accomplished concerning all quantifiable deliverables/physical targetsof samples to be tested as well as publication of research papers.

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NATIONAL- ANTI-DOPING -AGENCY (NADA)

WORLD ANTI-DOPING AGENCY (WADA)

91. The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) has accepted the World Anti-Doping Code (the "Code").These Anti-Doping Rules are adopted and implemented in conformity with the NADA's responsibilitiesunder the Code, and are in furtherance of NADA's continuing efforts to eradicate doping in India. TheCode defines NADA as "The entity designated by India as possessing the primary authority to adopt andimplement anti-doping rules, direct the collection of Samples, the management of test results, and theconduct of hearings, all at the national level.

92. The budgetary provision for NADA was for `2.50 crore in BE 2016-17 which got enhanced to`2.80 crore in RE 2016-17. The allocation of fund in BE 2017-18 is for `4.00 crore. The Committeenotes that the increase in budget provision for NADA is to meet establishment expenditure. It is proposedto strengthen the presence of NADA by establishing regional cells across the country.

93. The Department informed the Committee that the Government of India has repeatedly announcedzero-tolerance for violations of Anti Doping Rules of NADA. The main objectives of NADA anti-dopingrules and program are to preserve the integrity of sports in India. In this endeavor, NADA has conducted30,170 dope tests on athletes during the past 8 years, in which 810 anti-doping rule violations were reported.Among the dope positives, the sports disciplines like athletics, weightlifting, wrestling, power lifting, kabaddi,boxing etc. constitute significant number of cases.The rate of detection of violations over the last fewyears are as under:

2013 2014 2015 2016

2.78 % 2.80 % 2.68 % 3.54 %

94. The Committee was also told by the Department that during the year 2016, sanctions were imposedagainst 101 sportspersons by Anti Doping Disciplinary Panel (ADDP) for anti-doping rule violations. Thenumber of sanctions against dope violators during the last few years stood as below:

2013 2014 2015 2016

104 107 53 101

95. The Department further informed that NADA is conducting numerous workshops, educational andawareness programs about the prohibited drugs/substances and methods in sports across the country forsports persons, young athletes, coaches and supporting staff. During the year 2016-17 (till January 2017),NADA has conducted 40 such awareness programs and workshops at various places all over India. Thishas resulted in a significant decrease in the incidence of doping during 2016 as shown below:

2013 2014 2015 2016

96 95 120 73

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To further increase the awareness-cum-outreach level of this anti-doping campaign, NADA has launchedMass Athlete Awareness Program Against Doping. This is a comprehensive programme that has been plannedwith an objective to deal with different stakeholders in the country.

96. The Committee also came to know that the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (Ministry of YouthAffairs & Sports) was sending India's Contribution to World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) Budget everyyear through Pay & Accounts Office (Sports). During the year 2012 and 2013 Ministry of Youth Affairs& Sports sent the contribution through National Dope Test Laboratory (NDTL). In the year 2014, WADAteam visited India for NADA-WADA workshop-cum-result management training whereas they indicatedthat the contribution may be directly sent through NADA. For the last 3 year i.e. 2014, 2015 and 2016,NADA is sending the contribution to WADA out of grant-in-aid received from the Ministry of Youth Affairs& Sports. The details of contribution are given below:-

Table No. 13

Contribution Contribution % increase Funds allocated Actual Over andfor the year (Amount in incontribution by Ministry to expenditure above

USD) NADA (Amount incurred for paymentin `) payment of against funds

contribution allocated(Amount

in `)

2015 1,04,168 - 60,00,000 64,37,032 4,37,032

2016 1,11,440 6.98 60,00,000 74,06,910 14,06,910

2017* 1,23,923 10.91 60,00,000 84,43,261 24,43,261

Total 1,80,00,000 2,22,87,203 42,87,203

* On 27th December 2016, the contribution for 2016 has been successfully paid to WADA by NADA.

97. Besides, In BE 2017-2018, Grants-in-aid of ` 100.00 lakh has been allocated to Ministry of YouthAffairs & Sports towards India's Contribution to World Anti Doping Agency (WADA) Budget for 2018.It could be seen from the above table that the WADA contribution amount have a certain percent of increasein it every year that is why such variations come in the contribution amount as well as in the budgetprovision. In the upcoming year WADA will see another full agenda for their Agency. They will continueto enhance their key programmes. A particular focus will be on the compliance programme. They willrelease a detailed compliance questionnaire early in 2017 to all the Code Signatories, and the results ofthis will drive the work that will need to occur in measuring and assisting signatories in enhancing theirprogrammes. They will also launch a Whistle blowing Program and Policy, and new Intelligence andInvestigations Department will roll out its operations, having been formed only late in 2016. This is anarea of growing importance with the increase in the number of non-analytical anti-doping rule violations.

98. The Committee desires that the Department should ensure that the projected target is achievedon time and targeted number of workshops and seminars concerning enhancement of awarenessabout harmful effects of prohibited substances required for promoting clean sports are also held/organized successfully.

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99. The Committee takes note of the decline in the number of doping cases, but also cautionsthe agency that more efforts are needed towards the elimination of such incidences. The awarenessprogrammes need to be intensified so as to reach all the stakeholders, namely, players, coachesand the respective institutions/ centres/ academies, the Committee suggests.

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SPORTS SCIENCE AND RESEARCH (IISSR)

100. The Committee was informed by the Department that the original proposal of the IISSR has undergonechange. It is now proposed to support 10 departments each in sports science and sports medicine acrossidentified universities and medical colleges, which will give us a better outreach. The ISSR will functionas the apex body to coordinate with all institutions engaged in sports science and sports medicine, promotedoctoral studies and post-doctoral studies in these fields and function as the umbrella organization.

101. The Committee was also informed that the earlier proposal to establish a separate National Instituteof Sports Coaching has since been dropped. It is now decided to strengthen the existing National Instituteof Sports, Patiala, which is under the administrative control of Sports Authority of India, by adding furthercourses, including graduation and post-graduation courses. It will also involve thorough revision of thecurriculum framework, content development, and teaching methodologies. Expert foreign faculties willalso be inducted. The capacity in terms of induction strength will be significantly enhanced within themain Institute and its regional outlets. Accordingly, the BE 2017-18 has been enhanced commensurately.

102. The Committee is intrigued to note that procedural formalities for getting approval of man-power requirement of this scheme has not been completed since 2015. The Committee, therefore,hopes that all requirements are completed concerning the man-power requirement of IISSR withoutloosing any further time and concerted efforts are taken by the Department to make fully operationalthe proposed faculty of Sports science and Sports medicine in time bound manner. The progressreport with measurable outcome in this regard should be made available to the Committee inthe action taken replies.

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF SPORTS COACHING (NISC), PATIALA

103. NSNIS, Patiala was established in the year 1961 for training of National athletes and for startingSports Education Programme in the country. Initially the courses were started with the help of ForeignExperts in several disciplines except Hockey. Various models of courses were tried from 3 months coachingprogramme in sports education to 2 years programme in sports coaching. However, during the past severaldecades, 1 year coaching programme known as the Diploma in Sports Coaching is being conducted. Thefollowing courses are also being presently conducted:-

(a) M.Sc. in Sports Coaching

(b) PG Diploma in Sports Medicine

(c) Certificate Course in Sports Coaching

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(d) Skill Development Programme

(e) Orientation Programmes for State Govts. and School Physical Education Teachers

(f) Special Certificate Course for Jammu & Kashmir Sportspersons under the Prime Minister'sSpecial Package for J & K.

104. The Department told the Committee that there is an increasing demand for enhancing the numberof courses and the intake in the courses being presently run. Due to limitations of hostel accommodation,class rooms to conduct classes and required number of faculty members, it is difficult to meet the demands.It is imperative that to meet the demands of increase in number of seats per discipline, conducting skilldevelopment, sports science and other courses regularly at least a 200 bed accommodation along withan academic block consisting of not less than 20 class rooms, auditorium, etc. are provided along withteaching aids and upgraded sports science laboratories. Till the early 80's, Foreign faculties were engagedand experts were called to NIS for conduct of the courses and upgradation of the curriculum. This hadbeen for sometime discontinued now. However, once again efforts are being made to upgrade the curriculumand get foreign experts for teaching and training of Indian faculty. Several coaches and sports scientistshave being sent abroad in premier institutions of the world to gain knowledge and experience.

105. The Committee noted that for the conduct of the National Coaching Camps, it is required that anew state of the art Physical Training and Fitness Centre, Hypoxic chamber, Hydro Therapy units alongwith continuous upgradation of the equipment which is used for the purpose of training of the nationalathletes should be augmented to the current available equipment and infrastructure.

106. The Committee observes that the fund provision amounting to `̀̀̀̀ 0.50 crore for this schemehas stagnated during the BE & RE 2016-17, however, it has been enhanced to `̀̀̀̀ 5 crore in BE2017-18. The Committee, therefore, recommends that requisite steps including the availabilityof adequate funds should be initiated within the stipulated time frame and the Committee shouldbe apprised of the progress made in its action taken replies.

SPORTS UNIVERSITY IN NORTH-EAST

107. The Committee was informed by the Department that the National Sports University is to be setup in Manipur and for which the then Finance Minister announced in his budget speech 2014-15. It wasproposed to set up this Institution in the next five years for which an action plan has been chalked out.For setting up of the University, Hindustan Steelworks Construction Limited (HSCL), a Central PublicSector Undertaking, has been appointed as Project Management Consultant. Ministry of Finance has permittedthis Ministry to spend upto ` 50 crore for pre-investment activities. 325.90 acres of land has been acquiredfor the University at Koutruk in West Imphal District of Manipur. The National Sports University Bill,2017 is under finalization with the Ministry of Law and Justice after which it will be sent for Cabinetapproval. Advanced action has also been taken for setting up the curriculum of the proposed Universityby appointing an expert Committee for the same and MoU with two Australian Universities are contemplatedfor making the University of a World Class standard.

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108. The Committee finds that a budgetary provision for `50.00 crore was made for this scheme inthe year 2016-17 which was reduced to `15.00 crore at the RE stage. In the budget allocation for theyear 2017-18, a provision for `50.00 crore has been made as the proposal has progressed considerably.

109. The Committee notes from the above that except the acquisition of land, not much progresshas been made in this project although three years have already gone. It is still not clear howmuch time it will take to materialize. Moreover, the National Sports University Bill, 2017 is yetto be enacted. The Committee urges upon the Government to prioritise the passage of the aboveBill. Besides, the Department of Sports should keep on pursuing with Ministry of Finance thatsetting up of this University is not affected by paucity of funds. The Committee also desires tobe apprised of the status by the Department comprising output indicators in its action taken replies.

ENCOURAGEMENT AND AWARDS TO SPORTS PERSONS

SPECIAL CASH AWARDS ARJUNA, DRONACHARYA, DHYANCHAND AWARDS

Pension to Meritorious Sportspersons

110. The Department, in its replies to the Questionnaire, informed the Committee that the details of BE2016-17, RE 2016-17 and BE 2017-18 concerning Special Cash Awards, Arjuna, Dronacharya, DhayanchandAwards and Pension to Meritorious Sports Persons are as shown below:-

Table No. 14

(` in crore)

Sl. No. Name of Scheme BE 2016-17 RE 2016-17 BE 2017-18

1. Special Cash Awards 30.00 22.00 10.00

2. Arjuna, Dronacharya, Dhayanchand Awards 1.80 1.80 2.00

3. Pension to Meritorious Sportsperson 2.00 1.70 2.00

TOTAL 33.80 25.70 14.00

111. The Committee was also informed that the higher allocation was kept at BE Stage in 2016-17 toclear all backlogs pertaining to Cash Awards. This had to be reduced to `25.70 crore at RE Stage dueto budget cut. The BE for 2017-18 has been kept for ` 14 crore as there are no major international eventsinvolving cash awards. The Budget allocation for 2017-18 includes the provision for giving Special (Cash)Awards to medal winners in international sports events and their coaches, pension to meritorious sportspersonsand National Sports Awards.

112. It was added that earlier major chunk of budget allocation around ` 22.00 crore was utilised forgiving special cash awards. Reason for variations in budget allocation for financial years 2016-17 and2017-18 for incentive to Sportspersons is that there are no major national / international sports eventsscheduled for which winners are eligible for special cash awards.

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113. Further, Medal winners of Olympic Games and Paralympic Games- 2016 were given the specialcash awards amounting to ` 3.30 crore. Cash Award of Rs 75 lakhs each was given to Gold Medalists,Rs 50 lakhs each to Silver Medalists and Rs 30 lakhs each to Bronze Medalists. 308 Sportspersons whogot medals in South Asian Games- 2016 (Guwahati) were given the cash award directly credited to theirbank account under the Direct Benefit Transfer. However, given the ongoing drive for complete clearanceof backlog, the Committee was informed that the Department of Sports would seek augmentation atsupplementary stage.

114. The Committee feels that the schemes of Encouragement and Awards to Sportspersons arean ongoing activity and it should be the endeavour of the Department that backlog situation iscompletely avoided as it affects the morale of the sportspersons. The Committee, therefore, alsourges the Department to apprise it of the measures taken by the Department in this regard.

ASSISTANCE TO NATIONAL SPORTS FEDERATION

115. The Committee was apprised that the Government of India, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports(MYAS) recognizes only one federation for each sport discipline at the national level. The recognized NationalSports Federation (NSF), in turn, is responsible for the promotion and development of the sport. TheNSF has to discharge the responsibilities in accordance with the principles laid down in the Olympic Charteror in the Charter of Indian Olympic Association (IOA), or the relevant International Federation. The Governmentonly supplements the efforts of National Sports Federation (NSFs) by providing financial assistance forparticipation in international events abroad, conducting national/international tournaments and training/coaching of national teams under Indian and Foreign Coaches/Experts etc. under the Scheme of 'Assistanceto National Sports Federations'. In all these matters, SAI closely coordinates with NSFs.

116. Further, the Ministry regularly consults NSFs in major decision making, e.g., the NSFs were consultedwhile formulating criteria for Sports Awards, revision of Schemes of the Ministry, etc. The Ministry alsoeither directly or through Sports Authority of India (SAI) consults the NSFs while implementing its variousschemes. The Ministry has evolved an evaluation/performance monitoring mechanism of the NSFs. Releaseof grants would be, inter-alia, based on the evaluation of NSFs. Besides, Government has also issuedinstructions to NSFs to mandatorily declare information on their website pertaining to their audited accounts,balance sheet, selection criteria for athletes, etc. The NSFs receiving grant of ` 10 lakh or more hasbeen declared as Public Authority within the RTI Act. Also, Government has issued guidelines imposingage and tenure limits in respect of office bearers of National Sports Federations, including those of theIndian Olympic Association, these have further been reiterated in the National Sports Development Codeof India, 2011, which has been made effective from 31.1.2011. As per the guidelines, the Governmenthas, inter-alia, provided the age and tenure limits in respect of office bearers of the NSFs.

117. The Committee was also informed that the compliance to the directions of the Government by theNSFs has been made mandatory to receive government recognition and thereby become eligible to receivefinancial as well as other forms of assistance from the Government of India such as railways concessions,income tax exemption, custom duty exemption, etc. and to derive the authority to perform the public

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functions of selecting and deputing the national teams for participation in recognized international sportscompetitions which involve representation of member countries and to represent the country in internationalassociations, events, meets, conferences, etc. No National Sports Federation which has not adhered tothese instructions for the elections held after the issue of these Guidelines of 1-5-2010 has been givenannual recognition by the Government.

118. In addition, action has been taken against the NSFs for non-compliance to the guidelines, suchas, the Archery Association of India has been de-recognized since it refused to accept the Governmentguidelines; the recognition of Indian Amateur Boxing Federation (IABF) was suspended and subsequentlythe same was not renewed. And in place of IABF, Government has recognized Boxing Federation of India(BFI), which is recognized by the International Body, as the National Sports Federation (NSF) for Boxing.This will give a boost to the sport of boxing which suffered due to absence of an NSF in the boxingdiscipline since 2012 and will help Indian boxers prepare for 2020 Olympics with more national & internationalexposure, and training. Further, the Annual recognition of Netball Federation of India, Cycle Polo Federationof India has not been renewed for not holding the elections on time.

119. Moreover, all the issues relating to training, preparations for International competitions includingfund allocations under various heads and performance of Indian sportspersons/teams is being discussedin detail with the National Sports Federations (NSF's) and experts from the respective fields in the beginningof the year, while finalising the Annual Calendar for Training & Competitions (ACTC's) with periodic reviewof progress by the Secretary (Sports) / Director General, SAI. In addition a Steering Group has beenconstituted under Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) having members from National Sports Federations, IndianOlympic Association, Ex-eminent players, reputed Coaches besides Officials from Sports Ministry andSAI. The Steering Group monitors the various activities relating to preparations of Indian teams includingNSF's and gives its recommendations for improvement wherever required.

120. As informed by the Department, the Committee notes that the fund allocation in BE2016-17 for this scheme was for `̀̀̀̀185.00 crore which was stepped up to `̀̀̀̀359.93 crore at the stageof RE keeping in view the provision for conduct of South Asian Games. The Committee hopesthat the allocation for `̀̀̀̀302.18 crore in BE 2017-18 will take care of the increase in costs undervarious deliverables of this scheme.

121. The Committee gathers an impression that there are still some erring federations whichare not complying with the Government's guidelines. The Committee is deeply concerned thatpreparation together with participation and also performance of sportsperson are not adverselyaffected on account of erring sports federations. The Committee strongly feels that close coordinationand effective monitoring mechanism between the Government on one hand and sports federationson the other is the need of the hour. The Committee accordingly impresses upon the Departmentto ensure the same. The Committee would like to know the details of such federations, the actiontaken by government against them for correcting the errors; and the impact on the sports personsand other stakeholders. The Committee, accordingly, desires that a detailed note be furnishedto it.

122. Besides, the Committee suggests to the Department to ensure that the funds allocated tothe federations are spent only for the purposes it is meant that these funds are also able to fill

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up the critical infrastructural gaps at SAI regional centres which host National Camps for preparationof National teams for participation in International events. The Committee, therefore, recommendsto the Department to update it with all quantifiable indicators concerning the outcome of thisscheme.

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT IN SPORTS

123. The Committee was apprised that given the dynamic and competitive nature of sports sector, continuousupgradation of Human Resource Development Policy gains salience. The Ministry of Youth Affairs andSports has, therefore, decided to revise the scheme of Human Resource Development for making it moreoutcome oriented, by making some changes which, inter-alia, include adoption of best practices availableat international level.

124. The Committee observes that the budget provision for this scheme was for 5 crore in BE2016-17 and remained same at the RE stage . However, this has been doubled in BE 2017-18. TheCommittee recommends to the Department to make endeavour to make this scheme more outcomeoriented and the Committee be apprised in this regard.

NATIONAL SPORTS DEVELOPMENT FUND (NSDF)

125. National Sports Development Fund was established by the Central Government in 1998, under CharitableEndowments Act 1890, with a view to mobilizing resources from the Government as well as non-governmentalsources, including the private/corporate sector and non-resident Indians, for promotion of sports and gamesin the country. In order to make contributions to the Fund attractive, 100% exemption from income taxis available on all contributions to the Fund. To begin with, the Government of India made a contributionof ` 2.00 crore to the Fund as seed money during the year 1998-99.

126. The Committee was informed by the Department, in its reply to the questionnaire, that the moneyavailable in the National Sports Development (NSDF) as on 10.02.2017 is about Rs 112.00 crore. TheFund is being utilized for supporting the promotion and development of sports, particularly promotingsports excellence in the country by providing financial assistance for customized training of elite sportspersonswho are distinct medal prospects at major international competitions and assisting pilot projects whichare aimed at promotion of excellence in sports. Further, owing to interaction of the Committee on HRDwith PSBs/PSUs at various places in the country during 2015-16 and 2016-17, a statement giving detailsof contribution made to the NSDF, along with Government of India matching contribution, is as shownbelow :

Table No. 15

Year Name of the source through which Amount Matchingthe funds have been raised donated contribution of

(Name of Donor) (in `) Government ofIndia (in `)

1 2 3 4

2015-16 The Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd. 5,82,654 5,00,00,000

Bank of Baroda 1,00,00,000

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1 2 3 4

Bank of Maharashtra 10,00,000

Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) 15,00,000

TOTAL (2015-16) 1,30,82,654

2016-17 National Buildings Construction Corporation 10,00,000 14,20,00,000Limited (NBCC)

Syndicate Bank 1,00,000

Power Grid Corporation of India Limited 50,00,000

Metals and Minerals Trading Corporation of 10,00,001India Limited (MMTC)

Antrix Corporation Limited 5,00,000

Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited 5,00,000

Container Corporation of India Limited 10,00,000

Power Finance Corporation Limited 10,00,000

Allahabad Bank 2,00,000

India Infrastructure Finance Company 10,00,00,000Limited (IIFCL)

State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur 25,00,000

Electronics Corporation of India Ltd 10,00,000

TOTAL (2016-17) 11,38,00,001

GRAND TOTAL 109,09,34,945 80,61,68,676

Note: (1) Government Contribution includes ` 2.00 crore seed money also.

127. The Committee was also informed that a 'Brochure' on NSDF and other activities was preparedand circulated to Public Sector Undertakings among others by SAI. In addition, it was stated that theNSDF assistance is decided by a duly constituted Executive Committee. Where necessary, the Sports Authorityof India (SAI)/concerned National Federations/ Experts are consulted. It is permissible for a donor tothe fund to indicate a project along with any specific location/aspect for funding and also and agencyfor execution of project subject to general policy guidelines and rules. DG, SAI has taken the initiativeto partner with Corporates, PSUs & PSBs to mobilize CSR fund for various projects of SAI. SAI prepareda CSR Brochure which was sent across to 216 corporates, PSUs & PSBs in December 2016. Subsequently,follow up was initiated by Operation Division of SAI, HQ along with Regional Centres.

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128. As per the updated information, on account of initiatives taken by the Committee on HRD, SAIhas received confirmation for donation to NSDF from the following PSUs & PSBs for this financial year:-

Table No.16

Sl. No. PSUs/PSBs Amount Remarkscommitted

1 HSCC( India ) Ltd, Noida, UP ` 2 Cr. For four year plan

2 Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, ` 2 Cr. For four year planMumbai

3 SBI, Mumbai ` 3.1 Cr. One time contribution(proposed)

4 NBCC, Delhi `1 - 3 Cr. One time creation of facilities in(proposed) SAI centre especially in rural/ tribal

area

5 HUDCO, Delhi `1 - 3 Cr. One time investment in SAI projects(proposed) based either in AP or Telangana

6 Mahanadi Coal Fields Ltd. ` 10 - 15 Cr. Development plan for STC Sundergarhand SAG Jagatpur

7. Coal India `75 Cr. ` 25 crore per year for a period ofthree years

129. The Department has further informed that apart from the above, few of the PSUs & PSBs haveasked SAI to contact them in the next financial year as funds for this financial year has already beenutilized. Few of the PSUs have asked for certain queries to process the matter, for which reply has beenfurnished. Further, efforts are being made to contact remaining corporates who fall under CSR purview.Moreover, the organizations which are running under loss have shown their inability to contribute CSRfunds for this financial year. In addition, the following PSUs have agreed to support promotion of sportsunder NSDF:

(a) Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.

(b) Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd.

(c) IDBI Bank.

130. Furthermore, the Department informed the Committee that the contribution to sports activities arecovered under CSR; the activities include the following:

(i) Training to promote rural sports, nationally recognized sports, Paralympic sports and Olympicsports;

(ii) Creation and maintenance of sports infrastructure;

(iii) Upgradation and renovation of existing sports facilities; and

(iv) Sports science support including setting up of Gymnasium & rehabilitation centres.

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131. The Committee observes that both the Department and the SAI have critical role to playso far as the promotion of NSDF is concerned. The fund has great potential that needs to be tapped.The approach has to be proactive, rather with a missionary zeal. The department has reached outto all the possible donors who have capacity to contribute. It should not merely be confined tothe public sector companies or banks but also reach out to entire corporate sector. The Committeein its numerous interactions with the stakeholders emphasized this fact and reiterates the same.As suggested in its previous reports that the scheme needs wider publicity and to motivate thedonors the help of celebrities may be sought.

132. The Committee suggests that a detailed plan be chalked out with target to be achieved ina time frame. A team of dedicated officials should be assigned exclusively for NSDF who will becarrying out the responsibilities to generate awareness about NSDF; aggressively approach corporates,banks, individuals and organizations for contribution to NSDF; answer their queries and removetheir doubts; offer suitable products to them; customize products as per their requirement; signMOUs with them; consult them regarding utilization of their contribution; ensure quick releaseof funds to beneficiaries; monitor progress of athletes and projects; arrange athlete appearancesfor contributors and take care of all aspects of client servicing; tackle misinformation about NSDFin media; and get accounts of NSDF audited timely. If required, the department be strengthenedfurther.

133. The Committee further recommends that the Department of Sports should take up the issueswith the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and Department of Public Enterprises so that necessaryinstructions are issued to PSBs/PSUs for spending a minimum percentage of CSR funds on sportsincluding, of course, NSDF. The instructions should also be got issued afresh to ensure that thoserecruited under sports quota are given sports-related work to the possible extent.

PROMOTION OF SPORTS AMONG DISABLED

134. The Committee was apprised that Para-athletes are being treated at par with the normal athletesand all requisite facilities including specific requirements of Para-athletes are facilitated. Specific requirementsof Para-athletes for their training and participation in international competitions is being discussed andfinalized in consultation with the Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) and provision for the same is beingmade in the Annual Calendar for Training and Competition (ACTC) for the Para-sports. Expenditure incurredon preparation of Indian Para-athletes during last three years under ACTC and TOP Schemes is givenbelow:-

(a) 2013-14 - ` 143 Lakh under ACTC

(b) 2014-15 - ` 198 Lakh under ACTC

(c) 2015-16 - ` 329 Lakh under ACTC

(d) 2016-17 - ` 308 Lakh under ACTC *

* ` 247 Lakh under TOP Scheme as on 14-02-2016

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135. The Committee was also apprisel that the sports discipline having won medals in the previouseditions of the Para-games and having potential to win medals in the forthcoming games are identifiedtentatively as under:

(a) 2018 Commonwealth Games: from 4th to 15th April, 2018 at Gold Coast, Australia - Powerlifting,Swimming, Athletics and Table Tennis.

(b) 2018 Asian Para Games: from 8th to 16th October, 2018 at Jakarta -Palembang, Indonesia- Athletics, Swimming, Badminton, Judo, Powerlifting, Archery, Wheelchair Fencing, WheelchairTennis, Shooting, Table Tennis and Chess.

(c) 2020 Paralympic Games: from 25th August to 2nd September, 2020 at Tokyo, Japan - Athletics,Badminton, Power-lifting, Swimming and Shooting.

136. The Department also informed that the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment approved andreleased 1st instalment of `125.78 lakhs (50% of the total amount sanctioned) for the following purposesin five SAI Centres located at Kolkata, Bengaluru, Patiala, Thiruvananthapuram and Gandhinagar:

(i) Ramp for differently-abled persons

(ii) Accessible toilet for such persons

(iii) Paved path to guide the visually impaired persons

137. Besides, all such new constructions which are coming up are barrier free and suitable for movementof differently-abled persons. Department of Sports has also issued instructions to all the National SportsFederations (NSFS) in this regard. It has been directed to all the NSFs that in case, the event is for differently-abled athletes, the facilities should be disabled friendly and all the basic facilities should be available forsportspersons.

138. Based upon the information provided by the Department, the Committee also notes that NationalSports Development Fund (NSDF) has provided financial assistance of `112.00 lakh for the preparatorywork of setting up of a Centre of Excellence for Para-sports at Gandhi Nagar, Gujarat. This assistanceis out of the contribution made by the India Infrastructure Finance Company Limited (IIFCL) under CSR.The Committee recommends the Department to make concerted efforts to ensure that the financialsupport are released to Gandhi Nagar Centre of SAI from the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowermentfor preparing Centre of Excellence for Paralympics. The Committee also recommends the Departmentto press for funding upto `̀̀̀̀ 5.00 crore per annum from the Department of Empowerment ofpersons with disabilities from the financial year 2017-18 which has been agreed upon by thatDepartment.

139. The Committee shows its serious concern that only a token provision of `̀̀̀̀ 0.01 crore hasbeen made for this scheme in the financial year 2017-18, whereas in the BE as well RE2016-17, the allocation was made for `̀̀̀̀4.00 crore. For this, the Department has given justificationthat this scheme is proposed to be merged under Khelo India. This is disheartening, the Committee

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feels. In the present scenario, the Committee urges the Department to furnish a comprehensiveset of quantifiable indicators and measurable outcomes with regard to Promotion of Sports amongDisabled, achieved upto the first supplementary stage in action taken replies.

National Welfare Fund for Sportspersons

140. The Committee was informed by the Department that the National Welfare Fund for sportspersonswas set up with a view to assisting outstanding sportspersons of yesteryears, living in indigent circumstanceswho had brought glory to the country in sports. The scheme provide for lump sum ex-gratia assistanceto outstanding sportspersons of yesteryears living in indigent circumstances, for families of deceasedoutstanding sportspersons living in indigent circumstances, for medical treatment.

141. This was also informed by the Department that during the financial year 2014-15, allocation of` 1.00 crore was provided in the Scheme and the fund was fully utilized. In financial year 2015-16 also,allocation of ` 1.00 crore was provided under the scheme and the fund was fully utilized. Likewise, inthe financial year 2016-17, BE of ` 1.00 crore has been provided and till 10.2.2017 an amount of only` 12.85 lakh could have been utilized due to non-receipt of adequate number of applications under thescheme. It is expected to receive more number of fresh cases as well as cases, which are currently underverification from concerned authorities, during the next financial year.

142. The Committee notes that it has come to the notice of the Department through media newsin public domain that outstanding sportspersons of yesteryears, who have brought fame for thecountry by winning medals in International / National level events are now living in indigent conditions.However, due to lack of proper awareness about the scheme, they could not approach to the Governmentfor financial assistance. The Committee recommends the Department to make sincere initiativesin order to augment the awareness in the general public about this fund so that more applicationsare received from eligible Sportspersons for financial assistance and disposal of genuine casesare made expeditiously. The Committee would like to be apprised of the exact quantifiable progressmade with regard to this scheme.

KHELO INDIA : NATIONAL PROGRAMME FOR DEVELOPMENT OF SPORTS

KHELO INDIA

143. The Committee was apprised by the Department that one of the Schemes under "Khelo India- NationalProgramme for Development of Sports" is the Khelo India Scheme which is a Central Sector Scheme.Hence, it is 100% funded by Centre. The Scheme's priorities have been redefined in order to strengthenthe overall sports ecosystem for the promotion and development of sports in the country. Some of themajor components include introduction of National Management Information System for inventorisationof Playing fields, development of a cascading model for development of community coaches; introductionof a pan Indian talent identification and development programme following Long Term Athlete Development(LTAD) plan approach to talent development; facilitating the creation of a robust domestic sports competitionstructure in schools and universities under the Khelo India brand, universal coverage of National Physical

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fitness programme in the age group of 10 to 18 years; support to National and other academies; creationof hubs of sports excellence in select universities and provision of infrastructure support with respectto viable proposals received from the State Governments.

144. It was also added by the Department that the umbrella programme also has the following Schemesunder it as shown below :

Table No. 17

(` in crore)

Sl. No. Name of the Scheme BE 2017-18

(i) SAI Stadia Renovation 0.50

(ii) National Physical Fitness Programme Resource Centre of LNUPE - Gwalior 5.00

(iii) Scheme for Identification and Nurturing of Sports Talent 0.50

(iv) Enhancement of Sports Facility in J&K 75.00

(v) Himalayan Region Sports Festival 15.00

(vi) Other Programme 1.00

145. The Department further brought to the notice of the Committee that the clubbing of these schemeshave been made because at macro level, all the schemes have the same objective of development of sports,creation of sports infrastructure, identification and nurturing of talented sports persons in the country,enhancing physical fitness of the population at large, harnessing the power of sports for community building,national integration, promoting friendly ties with neighbouring countries, etc. Accordingly, all such schemesintended to work in tandem to achieve the common objective of sports development, have been clubbedtogether. The available resources are also being dovetailed towards the common objective of the scheme.

146. The Department also clarified that the Khelo India Scheme, during its implementation, encountereddifficulties, especially due to difference in the projected requirement of ̀ 500 crore, and the allocated resourcesof ̀ 140 crore in BE 2016-17. Accordingly, based on the feedback from stakeholders, the scheme underwentrevision in October, 2016. The budget for 2016-17 was reduced at RE Stage to `118.10 crore due tooverall budget cut of `132 crore in respect of Department of Sports. However, now, in consultation withall stakeholder, the ambit of the Scheme is being increased and hence the BE 2017-18 has been enhancedto `350 crore.

147. The Committee was informed by the Department that following components of the scheme wouldbe completed utilizing the available funds:-

(a) National Playing Fields Development Programme.

(b) Community Coach Development.

(c) Long term athlete development for 8 years of 1000 athletes to be developed per year across10 priority sports disciplines.

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(d) Development of hubs of excellence in 10 Universities in collaboration with the UGC.

(e) Measuring the physical fitness of all school going children in order to gather comprehensivedata, analyse the same and provide empirical evidence to support the beneficial effect of Sportstowards health.

(f) Strengthen the domestic competition structure by amalgamating the schools games anduniversity games with the Scheme.

(g) Promote rural and indigenous games.

(h) Support existing academies to upgrade them to National and Regional level academies forfocused sports disciplines.

148. The Committee is aware of the fact that the Khelo India - National Programme for Developmentof Sports was introduced w.e.f. 22.04.2016 and in BE 2016-17, the provision was made for `̀̀̀̀140crore for this scheme. However, this amount was slashed to `̀̀̀̀118.10 crore in RE 2016-17 on accountof slow progress of expenditure for this scheme, which failed to pick up as envisaged. The Committeeis at loss to find the delay being caused in the implementation of all three requisite componentsof this scheme viz., competitions, talent and sports infrastructure. For BE 2017-18, the outlay isfor `̀̀̀̀350 crore against projected requirement of `̀̀̀̀500 crore. The Committee would like to emphasizeon the Department to take the concrete action so that the fund does not get slashed at the REstage owing to slow progress of work with regard to this scheme.

149. Taking into account the individual objectives of this scheme, for example in the NationalPlaying Field Development Programme, the Committee hopes that the target would be achievedby vigorous efforts of the Department and desires that a status note concerning the quantifiableprogress made in this regard till first supplementary stage should be made available to the Committeefor consideration.

150. The Committee finds it rather surprising that Department has not provided the details of10 priority sports discipline as contemplated under this scheme. The Committee recommends tothe Department to apprise the Committee of the outcomes on this front in its action taken replies.

STADIA RENOVATION

151. The Committee was apprised by the Department that this Budget head was operated for renovationof Stadia for the purpose of organizing the Commonwealth Games, 2010. After the conclusion of theCommonwealth Games, 2010, the budget head continues to be operated and a token provision is beingmade to keep the budget head alive as there are many disputes which have been filed by various contractorsin arbitration tribunals and various courts. Some of these decisions may go against the Department involvingpayment for which they have to make provision at 1st supplementary stage.

152. The Committee recommends to the Department to take adequate initiatives for this schemeso that all disputes get resolved expeditiously and the fund demarcated for establishment andmiscellaneous expenditure gets utilized for some other constructive and fruitful targets.

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NATIONAL PHYSICAL FITNESS PROGRAMME RESOURCE CENTRE OF LNIPE GWALIOR

153. The Committee was informed by the Department that the LNIPE has been identified as the nodalagency for implementation of the National Physical Fitness Programme throughout the country. In thisrole, LNIPE will be responsible for developing National Physical Fitness Standards, tools for measurementof Physical fitness, and evaluation; development of curriculum contents and methodologies for implementingphysical fitness programmes for children in different age group and maintaining a national database onphysical fitness and bringing out publications related to physical fitness.

154. The Committee recommends the Department that endeavor should be made to get the desiredresult in regard to setting up a Resource Centre at LNIPE Gwalior enabling it to act as a knowledgehub and expert centre in the field of physical fitness in the financial year 2017-18 for which thebudget has been allocated under this scheme.

SCHEME FOR IDENTIFICATION AND NURTURING OF SPORTS TALENT

155. The Committee was apprisel through the Department that the budgetary provision in respect ofthe Scheme for Identification and Nurturing of Sports Talent is as follows:

Table No. 18

(` in crore)

Year BE RE Actual Expenditure

2014-15 1.00 Nil Nil

2015-16 0.50 0.02 Nil

In April, 2013 it was envisaged to establish District Level Sports Schools(DLSS) for Identificationand Nurturing of Sporting Talent (INSTAL) in the country. Action was initiated to float an Expressionof Interest(EOI) inviting Bids for preparing Definitive Feasibility Report (DFR) for establishment of DLSS.Follow up action for preparation of Request for Proposal (RFP) was being taken up. Meanwhile, in December,2013,the concept of INSTAL has undergone change. It was decided that instead of creating new DLSS,the Schools already existing in the country with adequate of sports infrastructure be explored with suitablemethodology to identify the sporting talent amongst the students in those schools. Thus, the initial ideaof establishing District Level Sports Schools (DLSS) was dropped and the same has been shelved. Accordingly,action was initiated to identify the sporting talent amongst the students in various schools in the country.

156. Further the Department informed the Committee that after General Elections to 16th Lok Sabha,the Hon'ble President of India made a joint address to both the houses of Parliament on 09th June, 2014.In his speech he stated that his Government will launch a National Sports Talent Search System. Therelevant paragraph is reproduced below:-

"13. The children and youth of the country need avenues of recreation that develop them constructivelyand keep them fit. My government will launch a 'National Sports Talent Search System'. It willfacilitate development and promotion of Indian sports, particularly rural sports. Sports will bepopularized by making it an integral part of the school curriculum and providing educationalincentives".

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157. Thus, the erstwhile INSTAL has been converted into National Sports Talent Search System (NSTSS).The NSTSS scheme was launched on 20/25th February, 2015. During the financial year 2015-16, followup action for implementation of NSTSS scheme was being taken up. It was decided to select a Knowledge& Marketing Partner to work with this Ministry for operations, scheduling and packaging of NSTSS.

158. The Department also informed that in October, 2015 it was intimated by Finance Secretary thatthe ongoing schemes in the Department may be suitably restructured as Central Sector Scheme. The Secretary(Sports) directed that the three ongoing schemes, namely, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Abhiyan (RGKA), UrbanSports Infrastructure Scheme (USIS) and National Sports Talent Search Scheme (NSTSS) may be dovetailedunder "Khelo India - National Programme for Development of Sports". This umbrella scheme "Khelo India"was approved by the Hon'ble Finance Minister in February, 2016 as a Central Sector Scheme from thefinancial year 2016-17 onwards. Accordingly, the scheme, "Khelo India -National Programme for Developmentof Sports" was formulated and launched on 22nd April, 2016. In view of the above, the Scheme for Identificationand Nurturing of Sports Talent did not take off and hence no expenditure was incurred in the year2014-15 and 2015-16.

159. The Committee recommends the Department to ensure that under this scheme, financialassistance is released on time for use of sports science in talent identification and nurturing ofsports talent in the country by way of various tests such as biochemistry analysis, genetic tests,etc.

ENHANCEMENT OF SPORTS FACILITY IN J&K

160. The Department brought to the notice of the Committee that for this scheme in the financial year(2016-17) budget allocation of ` 75 crore was provided which has been reduced to ` 40 crore at REStage which has been released. The estimate for upgradation of Stadiums at Jammu and Srinagar havebeen approved and tender for Stadium at Srinagar has been issued. The process for issue of tender inrespect of Stadium at Jammu is in an advanced Stage.

161. The Department also informed the Committee that in addition to creation of sports infrastructure,it is also desirable to implement a sports promotion programme at the block level by providing supportfor engagement of coaches, procurement of sports equipment and consumables. The programme can berun by the State Sports Council with financial and technical support coming from Govt./SAI. To startwith, the disciplines of Football and Cricket can be taken up. With the help of the Federations, a localcompetition structure can also be evolved. This programme will entail a cost of around `15 crore perannum to cover all the blocks in the State of J&K which number around 150. It is proposed to seekthis funding at the 1st supplementary stage by when the preliminary plans will have been drawn up inconsultation with the State Govt. and the MHA.

162. As regards the challenges faced and how they are to be monitored, the Committee was informedthat for this scheme, the challenges are civil commotion in J&K especially in the Kashmir valley and adverseweather conditions are the challenges being faced in implementing the scheme at a faster rate. The executionof works is being carried out by State Government through J & K State Sports Council. Further, in order

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to monitor, status report of the project are being called from State authorities from time to time. A monthlyprogress report is being sent to MHA in the format prescribed by them.

163. The Committee recommends that all requisite initiatives are taken by the Department forthe execution of this scheme by upgrading the existing stadiums and construction of new sportsinfrastructure and augmentation of sports facilities in trouble stricken State of J&K within therequired time and making this a laudable scheme, overcoming all inadequacies. The Committeefurther hopes that this scheme succeeds in providing an important tool for promotion of peaceand development in the valley.

HIMALAYAN REGION SPORTS FESTIVAL

164. The Department informed the Committee that it has been decided to conduct these games in theOlympic format once in every two years. The Unique feature of these Games would be that the Nationalteams would be represented from players selected from Himalayan Region States only. The competingcountries will also be from Himalayan region, except Thailand, which though not in Himalayan region,has a strong historical connection with Assam. These Games will not only strengthen sports culture inthe Himalayan States but also further strengthen friendly ties with Himalayan Region countries. The Gameswill be held in partnership with the Indian Olympic Committee (IOA). The 1st edition will be held in theState of Assam in Guwahati.

165. The Committee recommends that concerted initiatives should be taken by the Departmentto accomplish the execution of this scheme within the stipulated time frame and hopes that thisscheme becomes successful in promoting indigenous games in the Himalayan Region.

OTHER PROGRAMMES

166. The Department apprised the Committee that under this scheme SAI recruit Olympians/Para Olympiansas Assistant Coach, i.e., entry level grade of the coaches. It is submitted that 5% of posts at entry levelcadre is reserved for the Olympians and 1% for the Para Olympians. At present 13 Olympians and 7Para Olympians are engaged on regular basis and 2 Olympians and one Para Olympian on contract basis.The remaining vacancies of the Olympians/Para Olympians will be filled by SAI during the year2017-2018 as per the requirement. In addition to above, the toppers of Diploma course of Coaching invarious disciplines are engaged on contract basis in the schemes.

167. The Committee recommends to the Department that all components of this scheme are fulfilledas per schedule.

168. As regards the impact of the umbrella scheme 'Khelo India, the Committee is yet to getthe detailed feedback from the department and other stakeholders. The Committee therefore desiresthe department to submit a detailed note of the progress made of the different components ofthis scheme.

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RECOMMENDATIONS/OBSERVATIONS — AT A GLANCE

The Committee observes that the Ministry of Finance reduced the allocation for the Departmentfrom `̀̀̀̀ 596 crore at BE 2016-17 stage to `̀̀̀̀ 529.75 crore at RE 2016-17 stage. The BE 2017-18 hasbeen kept at `̀̀̀̀ 550 crore only, which is even lower than B.E. 2016-17. The Committee underlinesthe satisfactory performance of the Department in terms of trends for utilization of funds. TheCommittee, therefore, observes, had the allocations been higher in line with projected demands,the utilization and achievements also would have been much better. The Committee recommendsthat endeavour should be made so that the financial outlay is compensated at the RE stage andproposed objectives and key results of projects/schemes are achieved on time.

(Para 14)

RASHTRIYA YUVA SASHAKTIKARAN KARYAKRAM (RYSK)

The Committee notes that the total financial outlay in 2017-18 for RYSK is of `̀̀̀̀ 127 crore.The actual figure for the year 2015-16 is Rs. 111.72 crore which got enhanced to `̀̀̀̀ 191.40 crorein 2016-17 at BE stage. However, at the RE stage in 2016-17, it was reduced to `̀̀̀̀ 115.60 crore.Visualising the trend of budget allocation, the Committee observes that the overall budgetallocation for RYSK has shown a declining trend at RE stage during the financial year 2016-17affecting the sizeable expansion of on-going activities falling under its purview. Further, the fundallocation in BE 2017-18 has gone up by `̀̀̀̀ 11.4 crore in comparison to RE stage of 2016-17 andthis is not much encouraging. The Committee recommends the Department to take all requisiteinitiatives so that it would not be reduced at the revised budget stage in 2017-18 and theDepartment shall take the pro-active role to make RYSK a better scheme. (Para 16)

NEHRU YUVA KENDRA SANGATHAN (NYKS)

The Committee notes that the projected demand for B.E. 2016-17 for NYKS was `̀̀̀̀ 867.98crore and it included an amount of `̀̀̀̀ 413.70 crore required on account of one-time contributionto build corpus for retirement benefits, on the basis of actuarial valuation. Against the totaldemand, the proposed B.E. 2017-18 is much lower as compared to the projected demand. TheCommittee, therefore, recommends the Department to pursue the enhancement of fund allocationat the revised stage. (Para 23)

The Committee further observes that the major constraint in the achievement of desiredresult by NYKS is shortage of staff. The shortage of staff together with inadequate fundsadversely affects the execution of magnitude of task involved. The total sanctioned strength ofNYKS is of 2273 posts, of which 1412 posts are filled up at present (including 24 posts filled uptemporarily by taking officers on deputation and 25 posts filled up temporarily through UNV-DYCs under the UNV/UNDP). The remaining 861 posts are vacant. A major proportion of vacanciesare in the category of DYCs (Distt. Youth Coordinators) and ACTs (Accounts Clerk-cum-Typists).

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This, the Committee views, is adversely affecting the work. As most of the posts have remainedvacant for over a year, the same have lapsed. During the examination of DFG 2016-17 of theDepartment, it was brought to the notice of the Committee that 810 posts are vacant in NYKSand the Committee, accordingly, recommended to make vigorous initiatives to get the approvalof posts. However, the situation has not improved. Hence the Committee reiterates itsrecommendation for the Department to expedite the revival of posts in mission mode from theMinistry of Finance, Department of Expenditure and make formidable time barred efforts forgetting the vacant posts filled up. (Para 24)

NATIONAL YOUTH CORPS (NYC)

The Committee notes that for NYC, `̀̀̀̀ 35.00 crore was provided in B.E. 2016-17 and thiswas enhanced to `̀̀̀̀ 40.00 crore in R.E. 2016-17. The financial outlay has been stepped up to`̀̀̀̀ 60.00 crore in 2017-18 owing to increase in the honorarium for NYVs from `̀̀̀̀ 2500/- to`̀̀̀̀ 5000/- per month. The Committee recommends that concerted efforts be initiated by theDepartment so that the allocated fund is not reduced at the RE stage for want of less numberof registered volunteers which was witnessed during financial years 2014-15 and 2015-16.

(Para 28)

NATIONAL PROGRAMME FOR YOUTH AND ADOLESCENT DEVELOPMENT (NPYAD)

The Committee observes that owing to comprehensive review of grants released to NGOswith respect to execution of NPYAD, the expenditure has slowed down. Ultimately, the provisionof funds for the BE 2017-18 has been reduced to `̀̀̀̀ 18.00 crore only. The Committee, therefore,recommends that the scheme should be reviewed at the stage of revised estimate of the financialyear 2017-18 for the enhancement of allocation of fund, if required, and this would give a fillipto the NPYAD Scheme. (Para 32)

INTERNATIONAL CO-OPERATION

The Committee observes that for International Cooperation, `̀̀̀̀ 13.40 crore was allocatedin BE 2016-17 and `̀̀̀̀ 15.80 crore in RE 2016-17. The allocation has been marginally enhanced to`̀̀̀̀ 16.00 crore in BE 2017-18. The increase of `̀̀̀̀ 2.40 crore in RE 2016-17 over BE 2016-17 is inrespect of externally-aided project on "Strengthening of NYKS and NSS" being implementedjointly with UNV/ UNDP. This is basically in the nature of accounting adjustment, in respect offunds being contributed by UNV/ UNDP for the Project, as per instructions of the Ministry ofFinance. Increase in BE 2017-18 over RE 2016-17 is very nominal to take care of increase inexpenditure on international youth exchange programmes. The Committee, therefore, recommendsthat the projected activities of International Cooperation with marginally enhanced financialoutlay in the financial year 2017-18 are accomplished on time with focused pro-active steps ofthe Department of Youth Affairs. (Para 38)

YOUTH HOSTELS

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purposes, (b) the meetings of Hostel Management Committee (HMC) not being held regularly,thereby adversely affecting smooth running of Hostels, and (c) delay in appointment of Managersdue to late furnishing of list of candidates by the State Governments/ District Administrations.The Committee, therefore, strongly recommends that the Department must initiate appropriatemeasures to get all 14 Youth Hostels vacated from the unauthorized occupants and extraneousactivities running thereat are stopped henceforth. Further, all requisite steps should be taken bythe Department to regularize the meeting of HMC and without indulging in a long drawn affair,the appointment of Managers should be streamlined by resorting to all out efforts. The Committeewould like to get a status note separately containing the action initiated by the Ministry in thisregard. The Committee also advocates for increase in the financial outlay for this scheme at theR.E. stage of 2017-18, if the overall fund allocation of the Department goes up at the R.E. stage.

(Para 44)

ASSISTANCE TO SCOUTING AND GUIDING ORGANISATIONS

The Committee desires that this scheme of the Department achieves the targeted resultduring the financial year 2017-18 and the Department goes ahead to make it a novel scheme.

(Para 46)

NATIONAL DISCIPLINE SCHEME

The Committee recommends the Government that this liability need not continue and ifit is so essential, one time provision be made to settle the liability for ever. The Committeebelieves if the Department of Youth Affairs proactively takes up the issue with the StateGovernments, they may agree even for its waiver. (Para 49)

NATIONAL YOUNG LEADERS PROGRAMME

The Committee recommends the Department to take pro-active approach to get rid of alloperational difficulties in implementing this scheme at field level and make this scheme aworthwhile scheme. Besides, outright efforts be made to mobilize contributions to NYDF. TheCommittee further recommends that a feasible target for augmenting this Fund should also beset and the progress made for such achievement be apprised to the Committee. (Para 52)

NATIONAL SERVICE SCHEME

The Committee notes that for this Scheme, the increase in BE 2017-18 over BE and RE2016-17 is very nominal, amounting to 4.7% only. This is only for meeting the additionalexpenditure on account of increase in salaries and establishment expenses of NSS officials as alsonormal increase in expenditure on organising various programmes. The Committee observes thatin view of the present allocation, it will not be possible to enhance the target for NSS volunteersor to add any new component to NSS. In fact, this allocation is inadequate even to meet thecurrent target of 36 lakh NSS volunteers. (Para 58)

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The Committee shows its concern in the perspective of on-going activities of this schemeand recommends the Department to make efforts for enhancement of budget outlay at the REstage so that all intended activities are fulfilled on time with optimal utilization of expenditureavailable making it a laudable scheme. (Para 59)

RAJIV GANDHI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF YOUTH DEVELOPMENT (RGNIYD)

The Committee observes that there is a huge gap between the projected demand and theactual allocation. The Committee, therefore, recommends that the Department should endeavourwith requisite zest and fervor for enhancement of allocation of fund for RGNIYD as to what hasbeen proposed in BE 2017-18, so that all intended work for strengthening of infrastructure/activities are covered to a greater extent and also in the context of the basic proposal to makeRGNIYD a Centre of Excellence in the field of youth development. (Para 63)

BUDGET ALLOCATION

The Committee takes note of the efforts made by the Department of Sports addressing theissue of covering of the deficit by supplementing it through internal revenue generation. TheCommittee hopes that such measures will provide some relief to the Department. However, theCommittee is constrained to note the delay on account of preparation of feasibility reports andprocedural hassles. The Committee feels that such hassles should have been taken care of asit is reflected on the functioning of the Department. The Committee, accordingly, impresses uponthe Department to rectify this expeditiously before it is too late. The Committee further insiststhat the Department should ensure effective monitoring of these schemes/programmes and theoptimum utilization of allocated funds. (Para 71)

SPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA (SAI)

The Committee expresses its concern over the shortage of coaches and consequently morethan 37% vacancies exist. Certainly, the mode and pace of recruitment is not at all satisfactory.That needs major improvement. Moreover, the engagement on contract or deputation basis alsoreflects the lackadaisical attitude of the SAI to address this issue. The Committee desires thatnot only all the positions be filled up quickly but also there should not be left any scope forcontract basis appointments. (Para 75)

The Committee finds that the fund allocation for SAI was for `̀̀̀̀ 416.30 crore in B.E.2016-17 which was enhanced at the stage of Revised Estimate to `̀̀̀̀ 438.20 crore. In B.E.2017-18, the provision has been made for `̀̀̀̀ 481.00 crore. The increase in B.E. is due to increasein the cost of infrastructure, food supplements, training activities, establishment expenses, etc.This is also on account of revision of financial norms with respect to boarding charges for SAITraining Centres and meeting essential requirements towards strengthening of sports and otherallied infrastructures. The Committee recommends that SAI performs with concerted efforts forimproving the nation's performance in sports at the world level. (Para 80)

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LAKSHMIBAI NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION (LNIPE)

The Committee recommends the Department to take full scale efforts to complete allapproved projects under LNIPE on time and there is no denying the fact that the lapse ofapproved outlay for want of delay in execution of approved projects is a cause of serious concern.The Committee further recommends that tenacious efforts are made for improving the qualityof academic level of the Institute and strengthening the training skills and administrativesupport to the students. (Para 84)

The Committee notes the initiatives being taken by both the LNIPE, Gwalior and Guwahatiand is keen to know the road map for completing these schemes. The Committee, therefore,asks the Department to apprise the Committee of progress made while submitting the actiontaken replies. The Committee also desires that both the Department and the institutes to closelymonitor the progress and ensure its timely completion. (Para 86)

NATIONAL DOPE TESTING LABORATORY (NDTL)

The Committee desires that equipments are procured on time and ensure that expansionof its intended activities are accomplished concerning all quantifiable deliverables/physical targetsof samples to be tested as well as publication of research papers. (Para 90)

NATIONAL ANTI-DOPING AGENCY (NADA)

WORLD ANTI-DOPING AGENCY (WADA)

The Committee desires that the Department should ensure that the projected target isachieved on time and targeted number of workshops and seminars concerning enhancement ofawareness about harmful effects of prohibited substances required for promoting clean sports arealso held/organized successfully. (Para 98)

The Committee takes note of the decline in the number of doping cases, but also cautionsthe agency that more efforts are needed towards the elimination of such incidences. The awarenessprogrammes need to be intensified so as to reach all the stakeholders, namely, players, coachesand the respective institutions/ centres/ academies, the Committee suggests. (Para 99)

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF SPORTS SCIENCE AND RESEARCH (USSR)

The Committee is intrigued to note that procedural formalities for getting approval ofman-power requirement of this scheme has not been completed since 2015. The Committee,therefore, hopes that all requirements are completed concerning the man-power requirement ofUSSR without loosing any further time and concerted efforts are taken by the Department tomake fully operational the proposed faculty of Sports science and Sports medicine in time boundmanner. The progress report with measurable outcome in this regard should be made availableto the Committee in the action taken replies. (Para 102)

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NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF SPORTS COACHING (NISC), PATIALA

The Committee observes that the fund provision amounting to `̀̀̀̀ 0.50 crore for this schemehas stagnated during the BE & RE 2016-17, however, it has been enhanced to `̀̀̀̀ 5 crore in BE2017-18. The Committee, therefore, recommends that requisite steps including the availabilityof adequate funds should be initiated within the stipulated time frame and the Committee shouldbe apprised of the progress made in its action taken replies. (Para 106)

SPORTS UNIVERSITY IN NORTH EAST

The Committee notes from the above that except the acquisition of land, not much progresshas been made in this project although three years have already gone. It is still not clear howmuch time it will take to materialize. Moreover, the National Sports University Bill, 2017 is yetto be enacted. The Committee urges upon the Government to prioritise the passage of the aboveBill. Besides, the Department of Sports should keep on pursuing with Ministry of Finance thatsetting up of this University is not affected by paucity of funds. The Committee also desires tobe apprised of the status by the Department comprising output indicators in its action takenreplies. (Para 109)

ENCOURAGEMENT AND AWARDS TO SPORTS PERSONS

SPECIAL CASH AWARDS ARJUNA, DRONACHARYA, DHAYANCHAND AWARDS

PENSION TO MERITORIOUS SPORTS PERSONS

The Committee feels that the schemes of Encouragement and Awards to Sportspersons arean ongoing activity and it should be the endeavour of the Department that backlog situation iscompletely avoided as it affects the morale of the sportspersons. The Committee, therefore, alsourges the Department to apprise it of the measures taken by the Department in this regard.

(Para 114)

ASSISTANCE TO NATIONAL SPORTS FEDERATION

As informed by the Department, the Committee notes that the fund allocation in BE2016-17 for this scheme was for `̀̀̀̀ 185.00 crore which was stepped up to `̀̀̀̀ 359.93 crore at thestage of RE keeping in view the provision for conduct of South Asian Games. The Committeehopes that the allocation for `̀̀̀̀ 302.18 crore in BE 2017-18 will take care of the increase in costsunder various deliverables of this scheme. (Para 120)

The Committee gathers an impression that there are still some erring federations whichare not complying with the Government's guidelines. The Committee is deeply concerned thatpreparation together with participation and also performance of sportsperson are not adverselyaffected on account of erring sports federations. The Committee strongly feels that closecoordination and effective monitoring mechanism between the Government on one hand and

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sports federations on the other is the need of the hour. The Committee accordingly impress uponthe Department to ensure the same. The Committee would like to know the details of suchfederation, the action taken by government against them for correcting the errors; and theimpact on the sports persons and other stakeholders. The Committee, accordingly, desires thata detailed note be furnished to it. (Para 121)

Besides, the Committee suggests to the Department to ensure that the funds allocated tothe federations are spent only for the purposes it is meant that these funds are also able to fillup the critical infrastructural gaps at SAI regional centres which host National Camps forpreparation of National teams for participation in International events. The Committee, therefore,recommends the Department to update it with all quantifiable indicators concerning the outcomeof this scheme. (Para 122)

HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT IN SPORTS

The Committee observes that the budget provision for this scheme was for 5 crore in BE2016-17 and remained same at the RE stage. However, this has been doubled in BE 2017-18. TheCommittee recommends the Department to make endeavour to make this scheme more outcomesoriented and the Committee be apprised in this regard. (Para 124)

NATIONAL SPORTS DEVELOPMENT FUND (NSDF)

The Committee observes that both the Department and the SAI have critical role to playso far as the promotion of NSDF is concerned. The fund has great potential that needs to betapped. The approach has to be proactive, rather with a missionary zeal. The department hasreached out to all the possible donors who have capacity to contribute. It should not merely beconfined to the public sector companies or banks but also reach out to entire corporate sector.The Committee in its numerous interactions with the stakeholders emphasized this fact andreiterates the same. As suggested in its previous reports that the scheme needs wider publicityand to motivate the donors the help of celebrities may be sought. (Para 131)

The Committee suggests that a detailed plan be chalked out with target to be achieved ina time frame. A team of dedicated officials should be assigned exclusively for NSDF who will becarrying out the responsibilities to generate awareness about NSDF; aggressively approachcorporates, banks, individuals and organizations for contribution to NSDF; answer their queriesand remove their doubts; offer suitable products to them; customize products as per theirrequirement; sign MOUs with them; consult them regarding utilization of their contribution;ensure quick release of funds to beneficiaries; monitor progress of athletes and projects; arrangeathlete appearances for contributors and take care of all aspects of client servicing; tacklemisinformation about NSDF in media; and get accounts of NSDF audited timely. If required, thedepartment be strengthened further. (Para 132)

The Committee further recommends that the Department of Sports should take up theissues with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs and Department of Public Enterprises so that

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necessary instructions are issued to PSBs/PSUs for spending a minimum percentage of CSRfunds on sports including, of course, NSDF. The instructions should also be got issued afresh toensure that those recruited under sports quota are given sports-related work to the possibleextent. (Para 133)

PROMOTION OF SPORTS AMONG DISABLED

The Committee recommends to the Department to make concerted efforts to ensure thatthe financial support are released to Gandhi Nagar Centre of SAI from the Ministry of SocialJustice & Empowerment for preparing Centre of Excellence for Paralympics. The Committee alsorecommends to the Department to press for funding upto `̀̀̀̀ 5.00 crore per annum from theDepartment of Empowerment of persons with disabilities from the financial year 2017-18 whichhas been agreed upon by that Department. (Para 138)

The Committee shows its serious concern that only a token provision of `̀̀̀̀ 0.01 crore hasbeen made for this scheme in the financial year 2017-18, whereas in the BE as well RE2016-17, the allocation was made for `̀̀̀̀ 4.00 crore. For this, the Department has given justificationthat this scheme is proposed to be merged under Khelo India. This is disheartening, the Committeefeels. In the present scenario, the Committee urges the Department to furnish a comprehensiveset of quantifiable indicators and measurable outcomes with regard to Promotion of Sportsamong Disabled, achieved upto the first supplementary stage in action taken replies.

(Para 139)

NATIONAL WELFARE FUND FOR SPORTS PERSONS

The Committee notes that it has come to the notice of the Department through medianews in public domain that outstanding sportspersons of yesteryears, who have brought fame forthe country by winning medals in International / National level events are now living in indigentConditions. However, due to lack of proper awareness about the scheme, they could not approachto the Government for financial assistance. The Committee recommends the Department tomake sincere initiatives in order to augment the awareness in the general public about this fundso that more applications are received from eligible Sportspersons for financial assistance anddisposal of genuine cases are made expeditiously. The Committee would like to be apprised ofthe exact quantifiable progress made with regard to this scheme. (Para 142)

KHELO INDIA : NATIONAL PROGRAMME FOR DEVELOPMENT OF SPORTS

The Committee is aware of the fact that the Khelo India - National Programme forDevelopment of Sports was introduced w.e.f. 22.04.2016 and in BE 2016-17, the provision wasmade for `̀̀̀̀ 140 crore for this scheme. However, this amount was slashed to `̀̀̀̀ 118.10 crore inRE 2016-17 on account of slow progress of expenditure for thisw scheme, which failed to pick upas envisaged. The Committee is at loss to find the delay being caused in the implementation ofall three requisite components of this scheme viz., competitions, talent and sports infrastructure.

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For BE 2017-18, the outlay is for Rs.350 crore against projected requirement of Rs.500 crore. TheCommittee would like to emphasize on the Department to take the concrete action so that thefund does not get slashed at the RE stage owing to slow progress of work with regard to thisscheme. (Para 148)

Taking into account the individual objectives of this scheme, for example in the NationalPlaying Field Development Programme, the Committee hopes that the target would be achievedby vigorous efforts of the Department and desires that a status note concerning the quantifiableprogress made in this regard till first supplementary stage should be made available to theCommittee for consideration. (Para 149)

The Committee finds it rather surprising that Department has not provided the details of10 priority sports discipline as contemplated under this scheme. The Committee recommends theDepartment to apprise the Committee of the outcomes on this front in its action taken replies.

(Para 150)

STADIA RENOVATION

The Committee recommends the Department to take adequate initiatives for this schemeso that all disputes get resolved expeditiously and the fund demarcated for establishment andmiscellaneous expenditure gets utilized for some other constructive and fruitful targets.

(Para 152)

NATIONAL PHYSICAL FITNESS PROGRAMME RESOURCE CENTRE OF LNIPE GWALIOR

The Committee recommends the Department that endeavor should be made to get thedesired result in regard to setting up a Resource Centre at LNIPE Gwalior enabling it to act asa knowledge hub and expert centre in the field of physical fitness in the financial year 2017-18for which the budget has been allocated under this scheme. (Para 154)

SCHEME FOR IDENTIFICATION AND NURTURING OF SPORTS TALENT

The Committee recommends the Department to ensure that under this scheme, financialassistance is released on time for use of sports science in talent identification and nurturing ofsports talent in the country by way of various tests such as biochemistry analysis, genetic tests,etc. (Para 159)

ENHANCEMENT OF SPORTS FACILITY IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR

The Committee recommends that all requisite initiatives are taken by the Department forthe execution of this scheme by upgrading the existing stadiums and construction of new sportsinfrastructure and augmentation of sports facilities in trouble stricken State of Jammu andKashmir within the required time and making this a laudable scheme, overcoming all inadequacies.The Committee further hopes that this scheme succeeds in providing an important tool forpromotion of peace and development in the valley. (Para 163)

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HIMALAYAN REGION SPORTS FESTIVAL

The Committee recommends that concerted initiatives should be taken by the Departmentto accomplish the execution of this scheme within the stipulated time frame and hopes that thisscheme becomes successful in promoting indigenous games in the Himalayan Region.

(Para 165)

OTHER PROGRAMMES

The Committee recommends the Department that all components of this scheme arefulfilled as per schedule. (Para 167)

As regards the impact of the umbrella scheme 'Khelo India', the Committee is yet to getthe detailed feedback from the department and other stakeholders. The Committee thereforedesires the department to submit a detailed note of the progress made of the different componentsof this scheme. (Para 168)

MINUTES

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EIGHTH MEETING

The Committee on Human Resource Development met at 10.30 A.M. on Friday, the 17th February,2017 in Committee Room 'A', Ground Floor, Parliament House Annexe, New Delhi.

MEMBERS PRESENT

1. Dr. Satyanarayan Jatiya – Chairman

RAJYA SABHA

2. Prof. M.V. Rajeev Gowda

3. Shri Sharad Pawar

4. Dr. Vinay P. Sahasrabuddhe

LOK SABHA

5. Shrimati Kothapalli Geetha

6. Shri Mullappally Ramachandran

7. Dr. Nepal Singh

8. Dr. Prabhas Kumar Singh

SECRETARIAT

Shri K.P. Singh, Joint Secretary

Shri Mahesh Tiwari, Director

Shri Vinay Shankar Singh, Joint Director

Shrimati Himanshi Arya, Assistant Director

Shri R.K. Mecolt Singh, Assistant Director

Shri K. Sudhir Kumar, Research Officer

WITNESSES

(I) Department of Youth Affairs

1. Shri A.K. Dubey, Secretary

2. Smt. Kiran Soni Gupta, Additional Secretary & FA

3. Shri Lalit Kumar Gupta, JS

4. Shri Gaurav Agarwal, Director

5. Shri Thanglemlian, Director

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6. Maj. Gen. (Retd.) Dilawer Singh, DG, NYKS

7. Shri Veerendra Mishra, ED, NYKS

8. Shri S.K. Thakur, Director, NYKS

9. Shri Navin Agarwal, Director, NSS

10. Dr. Latha Pillai, Director, RGNIYD

(II) Department of Sports

1. Shri Injeti Srinivas, Secretary

2. Shri Inder Dhamija, JS

3. Shri Rajvir Singh, JS

4. Shri Sagar Preet Hooda, Director

5. Shri Yogesh Kumar, Director

6. Shri S.S. Chhabra, Secretary, SAI

7. Shri Hira Ballabh, ED

8. Shri S.S. Roy, ED

9. Ms. Rachana Govil, ED

10. Shri Roque Dias, ED

2. At the outset, the Chairman welcomed the Members to the meeting of the Committee convenedto hear the Secretary, Department of Youth Affairs and his team of officials for the examination of theDemands for Grants (2017-18) of the Department of Youth Affairs.

3. The Chairman observed that the Department of Youth Affairs is entrusted with the responsibilityof tapping the constructive and creative energies of the youth. It seeks to provide opportunities for developmentand empowerment of youth to enable them to achieve their full potential and involve them in Nation buildingactivities. The Chairman, thereafter, invited the Secretary to enlighten the Committee about the budgetaryallocations for the year 2017-18 as well as actuals for the year 2016-17 for the Department. The Secretarywas also inquired to provide details of budgetary allocation and actual expenditure in respect of flagshipschemes /programmes; problems faced, if any, in the implementation of those schemes/programmes, andremedial steps taken by the Department.

4. The Secretary, Department of Youth Affairs in his presentation before the Committee gave an overviewof various schemes/programmes of the Department. He informed about the budgetary constraints facedby the Department on account of lesser budgetary allocation against the Projected Demand for the year2017-18. He apprised the Committee that the Department has subsumed eight schemes under the newRashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram (RYSK) and that under the National Young Leaders Programme,it undertook activities such as Neighbourhood Youth Parliament (NYP) and Youth for Development Programme

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(YFDP). It was also informed that National Youth Development Fund (NYDF) has been set up with theobjective to mobilize fund from non-budgetary resources for youth development.

5. Some members however, pointed out that the Department has not been able to fully utilize theirallocated budget and hence their demands are not realistic; the expenditure data provided by the Departmentwas not upto date; and suggested that the expenditure be divided into half yearly segments so that theexpenditure pattern could be monitored every six months.

6. The Chairman while observing that the aspirational youth constitute a major chunk of the population,requiring relevant training as well as opportunity, desired, to know what efforts were being taken by theDepartment in this direction. Thereafter, Members raised a number of queries, which were replied to bythe Secretary.

(The witnesses then withdrew and the Secretary and officers of Department of Sports joined)

7. The Chairman thereafter asked the Secretary, Department of Sports and his team of officials togive their views on the Demands for Grants (2017-18) of the Department of Sports.

8. The Chairman observed that the Department of Sports is entrusted with the responsibility to createthe infrastructure and promote capacity building for talent-search, broad-basing of sports as well as forachieving excellence in various competitive events at the National and International levels. The Chairman,thereafter, inquired the Secretary to enlighten the Committee about the budgetary allocations for the year2017-18 as well as actuals for the year 2016-17 for the Department. He also desired to know about thedetails of budgetary allocation and actual expenditure in respect of flagship schemes /programmes;problems faced, if any, in the implementation of those schemes/programmes, and remedial steps takenby the Department.

9. The Secretary, Department of Sports gave an overview of the functioning of the Department anddwelt upon various aspects and status of its major schemes/programmes. He apprised the Committee aboutthe initiatives taken by the Department in converging efforts of different stakeholders to build a structuredframework for sports in the country. It was pointed out that lack of sports culture and infrastructurefacilities were the two factors requiring urgent remedial steps if excellence in sports is to be achievedat International level. To overcome infrastructural constraints, the Department is striving to provide aplayground each at Gram Panchayat level under the National Playing Field Development Programme.Further, institutional legitimacy to playgrounds and open spaces was being provided by registering themwith the National Playing Fields Association of India. The Secretary further added that the NationalAnti-Doping Agency (NADA) has accepted the World Anti-Doping Code and anti-doping rules were adoptedand implemented in conformity with NADA's responsibilities under the code and in furtherance NADA'scontinuing efforts to eradicate doping in India. It was further added that the Department has now proposedto support 10 departments each in sports medicine and sports science across indentified universities andmedical colleges.

10. The Chairman suggested that since the next Olympic Games were going to be held in 2020, it wouldlike to be informed about the efforts and initiatives being taken to prepare sportspersons to give better

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performance in this mega event. Thereafter, Members raised a number of queries, which were repliedto by the Secretary.

(The witnesses then withdrew and the Secretary and officials ofMinistry of Women and Child Development joined)

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15. A verbatim record of the proceedings was kept.

16. The Committee then adjourned at 2.00 P.M.

***Relate to other Matters.

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TENTH MEETING

The Committee on Human Resource Development met at 10.00 A.M. on Friday, the 17th March,2017 in Committee Room No. '63', First Floor, Parliament House, New Delhi.

MEMBERS PRESENT

1. Dr. Satyanarayan Jatiya — Chairman

RAJYA SABHA

2. Prof. Jogen Chowdhury

3. Shri Pratap Singh Bajwa

4. Shri Vishambhar Prasad Nishad

5. Shri Basawaraj Patil

LOK SABHA

7. Shrimati Santosh Ahlawat

8. Shri Bijoy Chandra Barman

9. Shri Bhairon Prasad Mishra

10. Shri Hari Om Pandey

11. Shri K.N. Ramachandran

12. Shri Sumedhanand Saraswati

13. Shri M.I. Shanavas

14. Shrimati P.K. Sreemathi Teacher

SECRETARIAT

Shri K.P. Singh, Joint Secretary

Shri Mahesh Tiwari, Director

Shri Vinay Shankar Singh, Joint Director

Shrimati Himanshi Arya, Assistant Director

Shri K. Sudhir Kumar, Research Officer

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2. At the outset, the Chairman welcomed the Members to the meeting of the Committee convenedto consider and adopt the draft 286th Report on the Action Taken by Government on the Recommendations/Observations contained in the Two Hundred Seventy Seventh Report on Demands for Grants 2016-17(Demand No. 98) of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, draft 287th Report on Demands for Grants2017-18 (Demand No. 100) of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, draft 288th Report on Demandsfor Grants 2017-18 (Demand No. 58) of the Department of Higher Education, draft 289th Report on Demandsfor Grants 2017-18 (Demand No. 99) of the Ministry of Women and Child Development and draft 290thReport on Demands for Grants 2017-18 (Demand No.57) of the Department of School Education andLiteracy.

3. The Committee considered the draft 286th, 287th, 288th, 289th and 290th Reports and adoptedthe them after some discussion.

4. The Committee, then, decided to present/lay the 286th, 287th, 288th, 289th and 290th Reports inboth the Houses of Parliament on 21st March, 2017. The Committee authorized the Chairman and in hisabsence, Shri Pratap Singh Bajwa, M.P., Rajya Sabha, to present the Reports in the Rajya Sabha, andShri Bhairon Prasad Mishra, M.P., Lok Sabha and in his absence Shrimati Santosh Ahlawat, M.P., LokSabha, to lay the Reports in the Lok Sabha.

5. The Committee then adjourned at 10.30 A.M.