what steps he is taking to assist in overcoming the Imminent Indian Food Crisis; and how much he proposes to spend on such assistance.

asked the Minister of Overseas Development if he is aware that because of drought, India's foodproduction this year has reached its lowest point, and that the surplus on the 1964–65 crop has become a deficiency; what steps he is taking to assist in overcoming the Imminent Indian Food Crisis; and how much he proposes to spend on such assistance.