The details of expenditure incurred on private security guards and CISF deployed for the security of protected monuments and protected areas (sites) during the last three years is as under:
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Year
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Expenditure (amount in crore)
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Head of Account
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2022-23
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116.08
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14 01 28-Professional Services
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2023-24
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140.96
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14 01 28-Professional Services
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2024-25
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280.52
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14 01 28-Professional Services
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It is to mention here that their no separate budget earmarked for the security purpose.
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The concerned field officer time to time take up periodic inspections and surprise check of monuments to assess the security situation and to take necessary security measures. Further, Multi Tasking Staff has been posted for watch and ward supported by private security personnel and CISF at selected monuments. These efforts are further strengthened by installation of surveillance systems like CCTV cameras, improved signage, visitor regulation, and awareness campaigns. Coordination with local administration undertaken to ensure better protection and preservation of protected monuments and protected areas (sites).
This information was given by Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today
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M Annadurai