The Hindu reports:
[1]Centre takes belt-tightening steps
http://www.hindu.com/2004/09/29/stories/2004092906950100.htm
[Austerity measures announced by Central Gov - to save Rs. 2000 crores]
[2] The web of e-governance by G. Ananthakrishnan
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[Without meaningful procedures e-gov won't be possible or help]
e-gov software "business" is worth Rs. 1200 crores in India.
Using free software for e-gov could save quite a bit, if those concerned
listen to what FSF India has been pleading over the years.