CAG audit finds Rs 13,101 crore PMKKKY implementation flawed in Chhattisgarh
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Why in news
The CAG identified systemic flaws and fund diversion of ₹13,101 crore in the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY) in Chhattisgarh between 2015-16 and 2023-24.
Background
The CAG audit revealed that out of ₹13,101 crore allocated for PMKKKY in Chhattisgarh, only ₹10,253 crore was spent. Significant funds were diverted to non-priority projects like office renovations and beautification, while key monitoring posts remained vacant.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyCAG: The Comptroller and Auditor General of India is the supreme audit institution of the country.
- SchemePMKKKY: Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana aims to improve the socio-economic conditions of people living in mining-affected areas.
- FactAudit Period: The CAG audit covered the implementation period from 2015-16 to 2023-24.
- FactUnfruitful Expenditure: ₹41.80 crore was spent on non-priority areas due to poor planning and vacant monitoring posts.
For Mains
Q. Critically analyze the role of the CAG in ensuring fiscal discipline and transparency in the implementation of large-scale central sector schemes in mining-affected regions.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Monitoring deficit: Vacancy of key administrative posts leading to poor planning and lack of oversight in project execution.
- Fiscal leakage: Diversion of funds from core welfare objectives to non-priority infrastructure like office beautification.
- Regulatory non-compliance: Transfer of trust funds despite explicit prohibitory orders from the Government of India.
Keywords: Fiscal discipline · Audit oversight · Fund diversion · Accountability · Transparency gaps
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