Introduction of Performance Budgeting in Telephones (Communications)

Abstract

The document outlines the telecommunications development plans in India during the Third Plan period, focusing on the expansion of telephone services, including the installation of telephones, private branch exchanges, and automatic exchanges. It details the progress made in establishing Public Call Offices (P.C.Os) in rural areas, the installation of coaxial cables, and the financial allocations for various telecommunications projects. The report highlights the challenges faced in achieving the targets set for the expansion of telecommunication infrastructure and provides a breakdown of expenditures related to different schemes and operational costs.