asked the Under Secretary of State for India whether his attention has been drawn to the conditions prevailing at Bilaspur, Central Command, India; what is the incidence of sickness among the troops stationed there; if he is aware of the rationing of water, the general lack of amenities and the bad local conditions; and whether he will take steps to make conditions at this station fit for white troops.

I am asking the Government of India for a report, and on its receipt will communicate further with the hon. Member.