Resolution regarding Nomination of two new members of Rajya Sabha as members of Hindi Salahkar Samiti

## Policy Analysis Report: Amendment to Hindi Salahkar Samiti of Ministry of Jal Shakti **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a resolution issued by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, published in the Gazette of India on December 19, 2022. This resolution constitutes an amendment to a previous resolution (dated May 24, 2022) concerning the Hindi Salahkar Samiti (Advisory Committee) of the Ministry. The core purpose of the amendment is to update the membership of the Samiti by replacing two members of parliament (Rajya Sabha) with two newly nominated members. The key finding is that this amendment ensures continued parliamentary representation and input within the Hindi Salahkar Samiti. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an analysis of the amendment resolution No. E1101612018, issued by the Ministry of Jal Shakti on December 13, 2022, and published in the Gazette of India on December 19, 2022. The report aims to inform stakeholders about the specific changes to the composition of the Hindi Salahkar Samiti based solely on the provided text. **3. Policy Overview:** * This resolution is an amendment to the Department's Resolution of even number, dated May 24, 2022, concerning the Hindi Salahkar Samiti of the Ministry of Jal Shakti. * **Core Objective (inferred):** The objective of the original policy and this amendment is to facilitate advice and guidance on matters related to the use and promotion of Hindi within the Ministry of Jal Shakti. This is achieved through a committee of members, including representation from Parliament. **4. Background and Rationale:** * This amendment addresses the need to update the membership of the Hindi Salahkar Samiti. The rationale, as inferred from the text, is that the parliamentary representation on the committee needs to reflect changes in parliamentary nominations. Specifically, the original members Shri Swapan Das Gupta and Shri S. Selvaganapathy are being replaced, likely due to changes in their parliamentary roles or committee assignments, with Shri Shambhu Sharan Patel and Shri S. Niranjan Reddy. The amendment ensures the continued functioning of the Samiti with relevant and current parliamentary representation. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This resolution focuses specifically on changes to the membership of the Hindi Salahkar Samiti: * **Specific Part of Original Policy Changed:** The composition of the Hindi Salahkar Samiti is being modified. * **New Rule/Provision:** Shri Shambhu Sharan Patel and Shri S. Niranjan Reddy, both Members of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) nominated by the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, are now members of the Hindi Salahkar Samiti of Ministry of Jal Shakti. * **Difference/Effect of Change:** Shri Swapan Das Gupta and Shri S. Selvaganapathy are no longer members of the Samiti. This change ensures the Samiti benefits from the perspectives and contributions of the newly nominated members of parliament. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The direct target audience and stakeholders of this amendment are: * The members of the Hindi Salahkar Samiti, both outgoing and incoming. * The Ministry of Jal Shakti and its various departments. * The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs. * State Governments and Union Territory Administrations (indirectly, as they receive communication about the Samiti). * Presidents Secretariat, Prime Ministers Office, Cabinet Secretariat, Lok Sabha Secretariat, Rajya Sabha Secretariat, Comptroller and Auditor General of India and all the Ministries/Departments of Government of Inida (through communication of the resolution) **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Jal Shakti, specifically the Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, is responsible for implementing this amendment. The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs is responsible for nominating the new members. * **Timelines/Procedures:** No specific timelines or procedures are explicitly mentioned in the text other than the date of the resolution (December 13, 2022) and its publication in the Gazette of India (December 19, 2022), suggesting immediate effect. Communication of the resolution to the listed stakeholders is also a key implementation step. * **Specific to Changes:** The primary implementation aspect related to this amendment is to officially recognize and integrate the new members (Shri Shambhu Sharan Patel and Shri S. Niranjan Reddy) into the Hindi Salahkar Samiti, ensuring their participation in future meetings and consultations. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of these specific changes is: * Ensuring the Hindi Salahkar Samiti continues to function effectively with current and relevant parliamentary representation. * Maintaining a diverse range of perspectives and expertise within the Samiti to advise the Ministry on matters related to the use and promotion of Hindi. * Providing the Ministry with continued access to parliamentary insights and support for its Hindi-related initiatives. **9. Conclusion:** The amendment to the Ministry of Jal Shakti's resolution regarding the Hindi Salahkar Samiti represents a routine but important update to the committee's membership. By replacing two members of parliament with newly nominated individuals, the amendment ensures the Samiti remains relevant, representative, and effective in providing advice and guidance to the Ministry on matters related to the Hindi language. The impact of this change will be primarily felt within the Samiti and the Ministry, contributing to the ongoing efforts to promote and utilize Hindi in government operations.

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