Chandigarh, December 27:

As 2025 concludes, Punjab’s government school education system stands radically transformed, having delivered tangible, transformative results that set a national benchmark for academic excellence. Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, classrooms have been reimagined as crucibles where confidence, innovation and resilience are forged, reshaping the future of the state’s youth.

 Punjab’s Education Minister, S. Harjot Singh Bains, highlighted this year’s landmark achievements, stating that the government’s resolve to empower students is matched by its commitment to holistic and future-ready education. “Our initiatives have driven a paradigm shift. Sustaining our top National Achievement Survey (NAS) rank proves improved learning outcomes at the grassroots are now our unwavering standard,” he said.

The most resounding testament to this transformation came from competitive exam results that broke all ceilings. A record 265 government school students cleared JEE Mains, 45 conquered JEE Advanced and 847 cleared NEET, proving these schools are now premier launchpads for the country’s top professional avenues.

Punjab carved a unique national identity by introducing “Entrepreneurship” as a main subject for Class XI in the 2025-26 academic session, igniting an entrepreneurial spirit. Student-led micro-enterprises began sprouting in schools, shifting mindsets from job-seeking to job creation, he added.

In a decisive move for student well-being, S. Bains said that a pioneering drug prevention curriculum was rolled out for Classes XI & XII in all government schools. Reaching over eight lakh students, it empowers them with peer leadership and psychological resilience, creating a student-led barrier against substance abuse and transforming schools into fortresses of well-being.

S. Bains said that the school education system saw a massive infusion of world-class teaching methods, with 234 Principals and Education Administrators trained in Singapore, 216 primary teachers trained at Finland’s University of Turku, and 199 Headmasters received training at IIM Ahmedabad. The revolutionary “School Mentorship Program” pairs students with top bureaucrats, making aspirational careers personal and achievable.

To ensure equitable career planning for all students, the Education Minister said, Punjab Government has recently launched a first-of-its-kind initiative to integrate artificial intelligence-driven career guidance into its public school system. Under the pilot phase, 25 AI-Enabled Career Guidance Labs have been inaugurated in Government and Punjab School Education Board (PSEB)-affiliated schools.

The “English Edge” program matured into an institution, transforming hesitant murmurs into the clear, confident discourse of 3 lakh students in Grades 9-12 across 500 schools, unlocking global gateways for young minds, he added.

S. Harjot Singh Bains further informed that 118 Govt Schools are being transformed into ‘Schools of Eminence’. Strengthening the human resource backbone, 12,316 qualified employees were regularised, 13,765 new teachers recruited, and 1,908 Campus Managers & 1,316 Security Guards hired for government schools.

CHANDIGARH/FAZILKA, December 27:

          In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing drive to make Punjab a drug free state as per directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, State Special Operations Cell (SSOC), Fazilka in a joint operation with Border Security Force (BSF), has apprehended one drug smuggler and recovered 5.11 kg heroin from his possession, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Saturday.

          The arrested accused has been identified as Baljit Singh, a resident of village Dhandi Qadim in Jalalabad, Fazilka.

          DGP Gaurav Yadav said that preliminary investigation has indicated that the recovered heroin consignment was sourced from Pakistan and delivered via drone by Pak-based Smuggler.

          The contraband was meant to be distributed further across the state, said the DGP, while adding that further investigation is underway to establish forward and backward linkages of the network.

          Sharing operational details, AIG SSOC Fazilka Gursewak Singh  said that acting upon a specific tip-off, the police team of SSOC Fazilka along with BSF launched a special secret operation in the Jalalabad area. During the operation, the suspected individual was apprehended from the area of Village Dhandi Qadim in Fazilka. During his personal search, 5.11 kg of Heroin was recovered from his possession, he added.

          In this regard, a case FIR No. 21 dated 27-12-2025 has been registered under section 21-C of the NDPS Act at Police Station SSOC Fazilka.

CHANDIGARH, 27th December 2025:

In a decisive push against Punjab’s entrenched drug and organised crime networks, Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday said the state is decisively turning the tide, citing the arrest of 85,418 drug smugglers over the last three and a half years, an unprecedented 88 percent conviction rate under the NDPS (Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances)  Act, and the apprehension of 916 gangsters since January 1, 2025.

Reviewing the performance of the Police department, the Chief Minister noted that sustained enforcement, tighter investigations and zero political interference are translating into outcomes on the ground, marking a clear shift from rhetoric to results in Punjab’s long fight against the drug menace.

During the meeting on Saturday, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that ever since his government assumed the charge of office 63,053 cases have been registered against the drug smugglers. “In 2025 since the ‘Yudh Nashian Virudh’ was launched 30,144 FIRs have been registered and 40,302 smugglers have been arrested by the Police. This first of its kind drive against the menace was launched on March 1, 2025 and has been successful in checking the drugs to a considerable extent,” he noted.

The Chief Minister said that a multi pronged strategy largely based on three principles of enforcement, de-addiction and prevention was formulated to combat the drugs the results of which have been very fruitful. “As per this drive a major crackdown was launched against drug suppliers and the smuggling network was dismantled. Likewise, in the last 3.5 years 5119.94 kg of heroin, 3,458.53 kg opium, 5.82 kg cocaine, 82.04 kg Ice and 4.98 crore capsules along with 52.46 crore drug money has been recovered,” he added.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state has accorded the highest priority to the fight against drugs since 2022, adopting a comprehensive, sustained and outcome-oriented approach combining enforcement, financial disruption, technology-enabled policing, conviction certainty, public participation, and humane rehabilitation. “The Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF), Punjab Police, has been at the forefront of implementing this strategy, resulting in measurable and sustained impact across all key indicators,” stated the Chief Minister.

He pointed out that enforcement efforts progressively shifted from isolated seizures to targeted action against commercial quantity cases, repeat offenders, and organized trafficking networks, ensuring disruption of the drug supply chain at higher levels.

The Chief Minister said that one of the most significant deterrent outcomes has been achieved through financial investigations as over 1,400 proposals for freezing of illegally acquired properties were confirmed. Likewise, properties worth more than ₹2,730 crore were frozen/confirmed during 2022-2025. “This has sent a clear message that proceeds of drug crime will not be allowed to sustain narcotics networks in Punjab,” he asserted.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that strong investigation quality and legal follow-up resulted in over 25,000 NDPS cases being decided by courts, with more than 21,600 convictions. “Overall conviction rate stands at approximately 84%, improving steadily over the years and reaching around 88% in 2025, reflecting robust case preparation, forensic support, and prosecution. The technological capacity has been significantly strengthened through PAIS-based analytics, technical cells, digital forensics and intelligence integration,” he emphasized..

The Chief Minister said that ‘SAFE Punjab’ WhatsApp Chatbot emerged as a flagship citizen-participation initiative, generating nearly 30,000 actionable tips, over 11,000 FIRs, and approximately 14,000 arrests, with a conversion rate of about 38%, indicating high public trust and effective response mechanisms. “The Punjab government has significantly enhanced its capability to counter drone-based narcotics smuggling, resulting in the recovery of hundreds of drones in recent years, with a sharp increase in interceptions during 2025,” he added.

Citing the action against the gangsters, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that from January 1 till December 17, the Punjab Police has arrested 916 gangsters, neutralized 13, busted 389 modules, recovered 594 weapons along with 229 weapons.

Chandigarh, December 27 – Haryana’s Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Sh. Krishan Kumar Bedi said that Baba Bhuman Shah Maharaj is a source of inspiration for all of us. His life was always devoted to the service of the needy. We should draw inspiration from his life and actively contribute to social service.

Sh. Krishan Kumar Bedi today participated in the 278th Mahaparinirvan Day at the main shrine of Baba Bhuman Shah Ji, Sangar Sada, in Sirsa, where he paid obeisance and prayed for peace and prosperity for the country and the state. On this occasion, he also sought blessings from Gaddinashin Baba Brahmdas Maharaj.

Sh. Krishan Kumar Bedi said that it is the responsibility of every citizen to firmly oppose the social evils prevailing in society and the country, and to contribute towards the service of the nation. He especially described Shaheed Udham Singh as an ideal and a source of inspiration for the youth, whose entire life was dedicated to the service of the nation.

He said that he felt fortunate to be part of the programme organised on the occasion of the 278th Mahaparinirvan Day. The lives of great personalities and brave martyrs are a source of inspiration for all of us. Their courage and dedication give us the strength to do something for society and the nation. He added that we should firmly oppose social evils prevalent in society and the country and contribute towards national service.

Chandigarh, December 27 – Haryana’s Industry and Commerce, Forest and Environment Minister Rao Narbir Singh on Saturday laid the foundation stone for various development works being carried out by the Municipal Corporation Gurugram in the Malibu Town area.

The works inaugurated include construction of an underground water tank in Malibu Town, installation of interlocking tiles in Starwood and GS Block, Malibu Town Ward-11, and development and beautification of Central Park (WW-82) and Starwood Park.

Rao Narbir Singh said that all proposed development works in the area will be completed in a phased and time-bound manner. The government is working in this direction with complete seriousness and commitment.

He assured that all essential works pointed out by the citizens will be completed at the earliest on priority. Continuous development works are being undertaken to strengthen basic amenities in the area.

Describing Malibu Town as the greenest sector of Gurugram, he said that environmental protection is among the top priorities of the government. He added that with collective efforts, it is possible to build a better, cleaner and developed Gurugram, which will ensure a safe and bright future for coming generations.

Rao Narbir Singh also said that awareness is the key to creating a positive environment. During the programme, he appealed for public participation in environmental protection and informed that a polythene-free pilot project has been started in Gurugram. Its objective is to make citizens aware of the harmful effects of polythene and, with public cooperation, make Haryana polythene-free.

He stated that polythene is the main reason for choking 90 percent of sewer lines in the state, which not only causes pollution but also leads to serious health problems. The minister made it clear that this campaign will be successful only when the general public adopts it as a mass movement.

On this occasion, Badshahpur SDM Sanjeev Singla, Ward No. 11 Councillor Kuldeep Yadav, Federation RWA Chairman Vijayanath, Sector-47 President Virender Tyagi, Starwood Malibu Town President D.V. Mishra, MTRWA Vice President Manita Jain and senior resident Madhu were present.

Minister Pays obeisance at Gurdwara on the Prakash Purab of Guru Gobind Singh Ji

Haryana’s Industry and Commerce, Forest and Environment Minister Rao Narbir Singh paid obeisance at Gurdwara Sh. Guru Singh Sabha, Sector-22, on the occasion of the 359th sacred Prakash Purab of the tenth Sikh Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, and prayed for the happiness and prosperity of the state and the country. On this occasion, he extended heartfelt greetings to the people of the state on the Prakash Purab.

He said that the life of Guru Gobind Singh Ji was dedicated to courage, sacrifice and the protection of humanity, and that his ideals continue to inspire society towards service and altruism even today. He added that whenever any major natural disaster has occurred in the country or abroad, the Sikh community has always played a leading role, serving humanity with complete dedication.

He said that through gurdwaras, food is provided to everyone without any discrimination, where no person returns hungry. He added that the great tradition of langar also began here, which is a living example of equality and service. Sharing his experiences, he said that in his entire life he has never seen a Sikh brother begging on the road or extending a hand before anyone, because the Sikh community follows the values of self-respect, hard work and service, and always remains at the forefront in supporting others.

During the programme, President of Gurdwara Sh. Guru Singh Sabha, Sector-22, Harvinder Singh Nanda, Vice President Tarandeep Singh, Joint Secretary Gurmeet Singh and Secretary N.S. Kaba were present.

Chandigarh, December 27 – In an important initiative towards making sports culture a mass movement by connecting youth with life values such as discipline, team spirit and leadership, the grand inauguration of the Sansad Khel Mahotsav was held today in Gurugram. Union Minister and local Member of Parliament Sh. Rao Inderjit Singh inaugurated the three-day sports festival at Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Sector-38, Gurugram.

On the arrival of the Union Minister at the venue, DC Gurugram Sh. Ajay Kumar welcomed him. The inauguration ceremony witnessed the gracious presence of Pataudi MLA Smt. Bimla Chaudhary, Gurugram MLA Sh. Mukesh Sharma, Bawal MLA Dr. Krishan Kumar and Kosli MLA Sh. Anil Yadav, along with other distinguished guests.

Youth are strengthening the foundation of a Viksit Bharat through sports: Rao Inderjit Singh

Addressing the inaugural function, Union Minister Sh. Rao Inderjit Singh said that healthy, capable and energetic youth alone can lay a strong foundation for a Viksit Bharat. He said that events like the Sansad Khel Mahotsav provide a golden platform to identify local sports talent and prepare them for future national and international competitions. He emphasized that discipline is extremely important in sports, as it enables a player to achieve goals even in challenging situations.

He said that Haryana contributes nearly 40 percent to India’s international sports achievements, which is a matter of pride for the entire state. Haryana’s players are not only bringing glory to the country but are also enhancing India’s prestige abroad. He said that even if all participants do not become winners, sportsmanship, hard work and discipline are the biggest victories. He added that Gurugram once had a distinct identity in the field of sports, and through collective efforts, every possible support will be extended to promote sports talent in Gurugram and South Haryana.

Sports culture has got new momentum under Prime Minister Modi’s initiatives

He said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, sports in the country have received a new direction and recognition. Initiatives like the Khelo India campaign, the Fit India Movement and encouragement for traditional and indigenous sports have conveyed the clear message that healthy youth are the foundation of a Developed India.

Players display stamina in 1500-metre race; Union Minister honours winners

In the 1500-metre race organised under the Mahotsav, players showcased impressive performance. Amit from Rewari secured first position, while Avneesh and Aadesh from Gurugram secured third and second positions respectively. The Union Minister honoured the winners with cash prizes and medals and wished them a bright future.

Sports competitions to be held at these venues

Under the Sansad Khel Mahotsav, competitions will be organised across three districts. Athletics and Boxing will be held at Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Gurugram; Kabaddi (NS) and Football at Rao Tula Ram Stadium, Rewari; Football at Ahir College, Rewari; Volleyball, Judo, Gymnastics and Hockey at Nehru Stadium, Civil Lines, Gurugram; and Wrestling at DAV Police Lines, Nuh.

On the inaugural occasion, DC Sh. Ajay Kumar, DCP (East) Dr. Gaurav Rajpurohit, ACP Sh. Amit Bhatia and other dignitaries were present.

2,898 players to showcase talent in 10 sports disciplines; Mahotsav to conclude on December 29

Under the Sansad Khel Mahotsav, a total of 2,898 players from Gurugram, Rewari and Nuh districts will participate in 10 sports disciplines namely Athletics, Kabaddi (NS), Football, Volleyball, Hockey, Wrestling, Boxing, Archery, Judo and Gymnastics. The Sansad Khel Mahotsav will conclude on December 29 at Tau Devi Lal Stadium.

Chandigarh:

In a significant public outreach initiative, PGIMER, Chandigarh organized activities on the occasion of *“Veer Baal Diwas“* at the Advanced Paediatric Centre (APC), PGIMER, on 26 December 2025. The celebrations were organized for children admitted to APC as well as those visiting the hospital.

A range of child-friendly and inclusive activities were conducted including drawing and colouring and poetry recitation competitions, which witnessed enthusiastic participation from children aged 6 to 12 years.

The event was held in the esteemed presence of *Prof. Vivek Lal, Director, PGIMER, Prof. Ashok Kumar, Acting Medical Superintendent, Prof. Praveen Kumar, HoD, Pediatrics, and Dr. Mahesh Devnani, Joint Medical Superintendent*. Speaking on the occasion *Prof. Lal remembered the martyrdom of Sahibzadas and reminded that India is a nation built on sacrifice and courage.* He emphasized that their bravery inspires society to uphold strong cultural and moral values, and highlighted the role of parents in guiding children by instilling good values and character. Dr Ashok Kumar thanked all the participants for their enthusiastic participation.  

The drawing competition saw participation from 75 children aged 6 to 12 years, including children visiting the APC outpatient department, admitted patients, and children of PGIMER staff. The poetry recitation competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from 50 children, who demonstrated remarkable confidence, effective oratory skills, and deep sensitivity while presenting poems on various themes.

The Drawing and Colouring Competition winners were Vihaan (11 years), Naman (11 years), and Aavya (9 years), who secured the first, second, and third prizes respectively. The Poetry Competition, which saw an exceptionally high standard of participation, recognized seven outstanding winners who displayed remarkable depth and expression beyond their years. The winners were Nairiti (8 years), Jamisha (10 years), Sunidhi (11 years), Hiyan (6 years), Aprityam Roy (11 years), Jancy Nyol (9 years), and Khavya Sharma (10 years). The competitions were expertly judged by Prof. Jayshree M., Dr. Aastha Takkar, and Dr. Narinder Kumar, who praised all participants for their creativity, skill, and passion.

The celebration of Veer Baal Diwas concluded as a resounding success, marked by smiling faces, excitement, and renewed confidence among the children, values they will carry forward as the Veer Baal of India.

FATEHGARH SAHIB,  December 26:

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday morning bowed his head in reverence at the historic Gurdwara Sri Fatehgarh Sahib, paying homage to Mata Gujri Ji and the younger Sahibzadas, Baba Zorawar Singh Ji and Baba Fateh Singh Ji, for their supreme sacrifices.

Highlighting the significance of the days of Shaheedi Sabha, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that all of Punjab observes these days as “Days of Mourning,” as it was during this period that the tyrant rulers bricked alive the younger Sahibzadas of Dashmesh Pitaah. “The entire world feels proud of this unparalleled and extraordinary sacrifice, an act not only revered by Punjabis and Indians, but by humanity across the globe. Nearly 50 lakh devotees visit Fatehgarh Sahib during the Shaheedi Sabha to seek blessings at the holy shrine,” he added.

Interacting with the media persons after paying obeisance, the Chief Minister said that these great sacrifices remain unmatched in human history and will continue to inspire future generations to resist tyranny, oppression, and injustice. “Every inch of this sacred land is blessed, drawing countless devotees who come to bow before this holy place. This pious soil is a source of inspiration not only for Sikhs but for the entire human race,” he said.

Referring to the sacrifice of Baba Zorawar Singh Ji and Baba Fateh Singh Ji, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann noted that their supreme act to uphold the human right to follow one’s faith according to conscience stands unparalleled in human history. “The Sikh tradition remembers this as the ‘Nikkian jinda, vadde Saake’, a tragedy that, even after more than three centuries, continues to evoke deep pain among Sikhs worldwide,” he stated.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann added that he prayed to the Almighty for Punjab’s continued prosperity, harmony, peace, and strengthening of human values of brotherhood and goodwill.

The Chief Minister said that he considered himself fortunate that the Almighty blessed him with the opportunity to serve the people of the state. Sharing details about the arrangements for the millions of devotees arriving from around the world, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “The Punjab government has made extensive provisions for healthcare, transport, cleanliness, and security to ensure that no devotee faces inconvenience. Making such arrangements during the Shaheedi Sabha is the government’s foremost duty, which it fulfills with full dedication,” he asserted.

The Chief Minister also mentioned that this year, the 350th Shaheedi Diwas (martyrdom anniversary) of the Ninth Guru, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, is being commemorated with deep devotion and respect. He recalled that in November, on the occasion of Guru Ji’s martyrdom, the Punjab government announced the designation of three Takht towns as holy cities. “The official notification has already been issued for granting holy-city status to the walled city area of Amritsar, Talwandi Sabo, and Sri Anandpur Sahib thereby fulfilling a long-standing demand of sangat worldwide,” he highlighted.

Addressing the controversy surrounding the naming of the younger Sahibzadas’ martyrdom day as Veer Bal Diwas, the Chief Minister said that when the decision was first taken by the BJP led Union Government, the Shiromani Akali Dal publicly supported it through a tweet. However, he said that now under public pressure, the party has now taken a U-turn. CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated, “The supreme sacrifice of the Sahibzadas cannot be expressed in words or attached to a specific day. The Akali Dal’s reversal proves that the party is not sincere toward religion or heritage.”

Later on, the Chief Minister stopped along the route to partake in the tea langar and interacted with the devotees.

Chandigarh, December 26:

The Punjab Jails Department today issued its Year-End Achievement Report, highlighting a series of initiatives that have transformed correctional institutions across the state into centres focused on rehabilitation, stability and modern security systems.

Punjab Jails Minister S. Laljit Singh Bhullar said that Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Government is committed to expanding humane initiatives within the jails department, strengthening security through technology-driven solutions and scaling up vocational training to equip inmates with employable skills. He informed that during this year, jails in Punjab have been redefined from clean and orderly surroundings to facilities backed by advanced security infrastructure. “Our core focus has been on ensuring prisoner safety while creating avenues for rebuilding their lives”, he added.

Sharing key achievements of 2025, the Jails Minister informed that Punjab Prison Olympics were organised to encourage inmates towards sportsmanship and physical fitness. He said that plantation drives across jails have converted several premises into green zones, further reinforcing the Clean and Green vision.

S. Bhullar said that to strengthen jails infrastructure, a new high-security jail is being constructed at Gorsian Kadarbaksh in Ludhiana at a cost of Rs.100 crore. Similarly, construction work of the Jail Bhawan headquarters is underway at Mohali.

Detailing recruitment initiatives undertaken this year, the Cabinet Minister said that under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, 815 warders and 32 matrons have already been recruited, while the recruitment of 175 warders and 4 matrons is nearing completion. Besides this, the recruitment process for 13 Deputy Superintendents Grade-II, 29 Assistant Superintendents, 451 warders and 20 matrons is also in progress and will be completed shortly. In addition, 509 PESCO personnel have been recruited and 359 more PESCO staff will be inducted soon.

He further informed that one additional company of CRPF has been deployed at Central Jail Bathinda. He said that modern security equipment including AI-based CCTV systems, X-ray baggage scanners and body-worn cameras are being procured for jails at a cost of Rs.126 crore. High-energy jammers are also being installed in 13 sensitive jails across Punjab to curb the use of mobile phones.

The Jails Minister further said that nine petrol pumps are being operated by inmates at Ludhiana, Ferozepur, Hoshiarpur, Patiala, Nabha, Rupnagar, Fazilka, New Nabha Jail and Sangrur. He said that three more petrol pumps will be made operational in the coming period. He said that skill development programmes such as welder, electrician, computer operator, beauty services and tailoring have been launched in Punjab jails by opening ITIs in 11 jails, with a target to provide certified courses to nearly 1016 inmates.

New Chandigarh, December 26, 2025
Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre, Punjab, marked a significant milestone in its mission
to provide world-class oncology care today with the inauguration of state-of-the-art medical equipment.
The advanced CT Scan and Bi-Plane DSA machines were officially handed over and commissioned
through a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited
(POWERGRID), a Schedule ‘A’, ‘Maharatna’ Public Sector Enterprise of the Government of India.
The ceremony was chaired by Dr. Ashish Gulia, Director of HBCH&RC, Punjab, and attended by
Independent Directors Shri Shiv Tapasya Paswan, Smt. Sajal Jha, and Shri Rohit Vaswani of POWERGRID.
The addition of these high-end diagnostic and interventional tools represents a major leap in the

hospital’s ability to provide precise imaging and minimally invasive vascular procedures for cancer
patients in the region.
Speaking on the impact of this collaboration, Dr. Ashish Gulia, Director, HBCH&RC, Punjab, stated, “The
integration of this cutting-edge technology into our clinical workflow is a transformative step for patient
care in Punjab. These machines do more than just provide better images; they allow for earlier detection
and highly complex interventional procedures that save lives. We are deeply grateful to POWERGRID for
their commitment to public health, which empowers us to deliver faster, more accurate treatment to
those who need it most.”
He further said, “Now, with a total capacity of 450 beds, Tata Memorial Centre Punjab is one of the
largest tertiary public cancer care centers in the entire North India region, dedicated to providing global-
standard cancer care to patients’ doorsteps irrespective of their socioeconomic status.”
Senior Officials of POWERGRID, commended the efforts of the Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and
Research Centre, Punjab, in providing treatment and medical assistance to cancer patients in the region
and expressed hope that the hospital would continue to serve the community with the same energy and
dedication.
The event concluded with a formal tour of the new facilities, highlighting how the partnership between
public sector leaders and healthcare institutions can significantly strengthen the nation’s medical
infrastructure.
About the HBCH&RC Punjab
In an endeavor to provide world-class Cancer care to the residents of Punjab and neighbouring states &
UTs, Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji had dedicated ‘Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital &
Research Centre’ to the Nation at Mullanpur, New Chandigarh, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar District,
Mohali in August, 2022. The Hospital had been built at the cost of over Rs. 660 Crore by Tata Memorial
Centre, an aided institute under the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India.

The cancer hospital is a tertiary care hospital with a 300-bed capacity. It is equipped with modern
facilities to treat all types of cancers using every available treatment modality like Surgery,
Radiotherapy, Chemotherapy, immunotherapy and Bone marrow transplant.
The Hospital functions like a ‘hub’ of cancer care and treatment in the region, with the 150 bedded
hospital in Sangrur functioning as its ‘spoke’.