CHANDIGARH, August 17:

          Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 169th day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 286 locations on Sunday leading to the arrest of 57 drug smugglers after registration of 42 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 26,023 in 169 days.

          The raids have resulted in recovery of 461 grams heroin, 415 intoxicant tablets/capsules and Rs 31,550 from the possession of arrested drug smugglers.

          The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state.

          Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commissioners of Police, Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendent of Police to make Punjab drug free state. The Punjab government has also constituted a 5-member Cabinet Sub Committee led by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema to monitor the war against drugs.

          Divulging details, Special DGP Law and Order Arpit Shukla informed that over 120 Police teams, comprising over 1000 police personnel, under the supervision of 59 gazetted officers have conducted raids across the state. Police teams have also checked as many as 335 suspicious persons during the day-long operation, he added.

          The Special DGP said that with the state government has enforced a three-pronged strategy— Enforcement, Deaddiction and Prevention (EDP)— to eradicate drugs from the state, the Punjab Police as part of ‘De-addiction’ has convinced 45 persons to undergo de-addiction and rehabilitation treatment today.

Chandigarh, August 17:

In a proactive and swift response to the flood-like conditions affecting several districts, the Government of Punjab under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Mann has mobilized a comprehensive health and emergency response network.Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh announced that 438 Rapid Response Teams (RRTs), 323 Mobile Medical Teams, and 172 ambulances have been mobilized to ensure timely medical aid in affected regions. 

Addressing a press conference at Punjab Bhawan on Sunday, Dr Balbir Singh emphasising the government’s commitment said, “Our priority is to reach every person in need and ensure no one is left without medical help during these critical times. Punjab is fully prepared to meet any health emergency arising due to floods,” he said. 

Highlighting swift intervention in Gurdaspur, the Minister shared that when seven villages were cut off due to rising waters, the Health Department introduced the innovative concept of boat ambulances. “This quick response helped us rescue eight pregnant women, one of whom safely delivered her child under medical supervision. Similar measures have been implemented in the flood-hit island of Kalu in Firozpur,” he added. 

He informed that Medical preparedness has been further strengthened through health camps set up in Kapurthala and Hoshiarpur, where 241 patients have already received treatment. These cases included diarrhoea, gastroenteritis, fever, skin allergies, and eye infections. With over 2,000 hospital beds kept ready across districts, the state has created a strong buffer to tackle any possible epidemic. 

Reassuring citizens regarding water-borne diseases, Dr Balbir Singh said, “So far, we have seen only sporadic cases. However, people must remain vigilant. Health staff, ASHAs, and peripheral centers are well-equipped with chlorine tablets, ORS, and essential medicines. In case the number of cases rises in any particular pocket, we have seamless linkages to secondary and tertiary care hospitals for immediate treatment,” he said. 

He also urged people to rely on the government’s 104 Toll free Helpline Number to report health issues and seek assistance. “Every household should consume only boiled or chlorinated water, request health teams for water quality testing, and avoid stale food to check the spread of diseases,” he emphasized. 

The Punjab Health Department has been closely coordinating with SDRF, NDRF, the Military, IMA, Red Cross and NGOs to ensure medical and rescue facilities in high-risk areas including Firozpur, Fazilka, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, and Kapurthala.

Dr Balbir Singh also highlighted the encouraging results of Punjab’s ongoing ‘Har Shukarvaar, Dengue Te Vaar’ campaign launched last year. “Every Friday, we actively eliminate mosquito breeding sites with the help of panchayats and local bodies. This year till August 17, Punjab has reported zero dengue deaths, compared to 35-40 deaths annually in previous years. Dengue cases are under control, and we are continuing fumigation, larvae surveillance, and testing at a threefold increased rate,” said the Minister. 

Similarly, diarrhoea outbreaks have also been significantly contained, with only three minor episodes reported this season. 

Dr Balbir Singh reaffirmed that there is absolutely no shortage of medicines in any government health facility across Punjab. “Our teams are working 24/7 to protect citizens, and we are confident the state is well-prepared to handle any medical emergency caused by floods.”

Chandigarh, 17 August 2025:

Following the immortal principles of our revered Gurus and the sacred path shown by them, Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan informed that he approached and motivated Raj Malhotra of IAS Study Group with an aim to provide free education and coaching to aspirants of PCS exam. In this context, Raj Malhotra of IAS Study Group Chandigarh has accepted the proposal of Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker and offered  him that he will provide free coaching to all the aspiring candidates of Punjab for the preparation of PCS (Executive) Preliminary Examination-2025(General Studies and CSAT). The duration of this course will be 45 days and this institution is renowned for its result-oriented.

Speaker said that interested candidates can directly contact Raj Malhotra IAS Study Group, Chandigarh for free coaching. For registration, students can send a WhatsApp message to 9814711661 with this slogan- Jo Bole So Nihal, Sat Sri Akal. Come, join this great initiative and change your destiny.

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan stressed that this is not just an opportunity, but the beginning of an invincible journey to realize your dreams. Under this initiative, the hard work of Punjab’s  youth will get a new direction and will set new records of success.

Speaker disclosed that this step will go down in history as a revolutionary initiative for the progress of Punjab, Punjabiyat and Punjabis. With the aim to provide free education and coaching to maximum students, there is no limit on the number of students who can register in this initiative.

He advised the students to take advantage of this golden opportunity and realize your unlimited potential. Sandhwan said that success is waiting for you, just take a step forward and brighten your future.

Chandigarh, 17 August 2025:

The Government of Punjab has announced a special series of events titled “Rising Punjab – Suggestions to Solution” under the Udyog Kranti vision of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann. The initiative is being spearheaded by Industries & Commerce–cum–Investment Promotion Minister Sh. Sanjeev Arora.The events are designed to spread awareness about the state’s new industry-friendly policies and provide a direct platform for dialogue between the government and industry leaders.

Focus Areas

Cabinet Minister Sh, Sanjeev Arora informed that the events will highlight key reforms of the Department of Industries & Commerce, PSIEC, and the Department of Investment Promotion. Stakeholders will be guided on how to benefit from Clubbing / De-clubbing Policy, Plot Fragmentation Policy, Policy for Restoration of Cancelled Plots (via Appellate Authority), Leasehold to Freehold Policy and One Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for pending dues.

Speaking about the initiative, Industries Minister Sh. Sanjeev Arora said that “Rising Punjab is not just about policies—it is about giving our industries a voice, listening to their needs, and finding real solutions together. Our aim is to make Punjab a hub of opportunities for investors and entrepreneurs, we are bringing Udyog Kranti in Punjab.”

Empowering Punjab’s Growth

The “Rising Punjab” events mark another step in revolutionizing the industrial ecosystem of Punjab, empowering businesses to expand, innovate, and create jobs. With this, the Government of Punjab reaffirms its pledge to build a progressive, investment-friendly, and growth-driven economy, he added.

Cabinet Minister Shri.  Sanjeev  Arora said that the schedule of the events are follows

Event Schedule

– Amritsar – 19th August

– Jalandhar – 20th August

– Ludhiana – 21st August

– SAS Nagar – 25th August

– Bathinda – 27th August

Chandigarh, August 17 — Haryana Government has introduced the Community Service Guidelines, 2025, a policy designed to replace jail terms for certain first-time offenders with structured, socially useful work. This landmark reform, anchored in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, reflects a deliberate shift from retribution to rehabilitation a philosophy increasingly embraced by progressive legal systems around the world.

Additional Chief Secretary, Home & Administration of Justice, Dr. Sumita Misra, who was instrumental in drafting the guidelines described them as “a framework where justice restores as much as it corrects.” She underscored that the intent was not to diminish the seriousness of offences, but to harness them as moments of transformation. “Every offence leaves a scar on society, but also an opportunity the opportunity to turn a wrong into a public good,” she said.

Dr. Misra informed that under the new policy, judges will have the discretion to assign community service in place of imprisonment for eligible offenders. The scope of tasks is wide-ranging: planting trees along riverbanks, assisting in rural health centres, maintaining heritage sites, cleaning public parks, and contributing to social welfare campaigns such as Swachh Bharat. Each assignment will be carefully matched to an offender’s capabilities taking into account age, physical health, and skill set to ensure that the service is productive for the community and personally meaningful for the individual. This approach, is designed to tackle one of the most pressing issues in the Indian criminal justice system: overcrowded prisons. By redirecting low-risk offenders to constructive service, the burden on correctional facilities is eased, while communities benefit from tangible improvements, she added.

The guidelines also break new ground in their use of monitoring technology. Attendance will be confirmed through biometric verification, while work will be documented with geo-tagged photographs and videos to provide an irrefutable record of compliance. Periodic progress reports will be submitted to the courts, enabling judicial officers to track each offender’s contribution in real time. Officials involved in the programme will receive detailed orientation sessions to ensure uniform application across districts.

She further stated that the policy includes tailored provisions for vulnerable populations. Juveniles in conflict with the law will participate in supervised activities such as NCC training, skill-building workshops, and environmental projects that foster discipline and a sense of purpose. Women offenders will be placed in environments where they can contribute meaningfully while maintaining safety and dignity including Nari Niketans, Anganwadi centres, maternity wards, and child care facilities.

At its heart, the Community Service Guidelines, 2025 seek to cultivate a broader culture of responsibility. By requiring offenders to contribute directly to the welfare of the communities they may have harmed, the state hopes to instil lasting lessons in empathy, accountability, and citizenship.

Chandigarh, August 17 – Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi today inaugurated and dedicated to the people two major development projects worth Rs 2,000 crore that will directly benefit Haryana. These projects include the construction of two new 4-lane connectivity roads to Sonipat and Bahadurgarh under the Urban Extension Road-2 project.

On this occasion, Chief Minister Shi Nayab Singh Saini expressed gratitude to the Central Government for its unprecedented contribution to Haryana and said that this day would be remembered as a golden chapter in the development story of Haryana, especially the NCR region. The Prime Minister inaugurated the Dwarka Expressway and UER-2 National Highway projects connecting Delhi and Haryana at a total cost of about Rs 11,000 crore, out of which projects worth Rs 2,000 crore will directly benefit Haryana.

The Chief Minister said that Haryana, being the industrial and agricultural hub of North India, would be the biggest beneficiary of these projects. He said these key projects will not only boost exports, imports and investments by ensuring direct connectivity from Kundli, Sonipat, Bahadurgarh, Gurugram and Manesar to Delhi Airport, but will also provide long-awaited relief from traffic congestion in the region.

While described these projects as another milestone towards the vision of “Developed India – Developed Haryana”, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary approach, decisive leadership and unwavering commitment to development have elevated infrastructure growth in the country to unprecedented heights.

The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, India has emerged as the world’s fourth largest economy and is rapidly moving towards becoming the third largest. He added that infrastructure development is taking place across the country in mission mode. Whether it is metro projects, freight corridors, expressways, mega bridges or the development of ports, unprecedented progress is being made in every sector.

He said that Prime Minister Modi is creating an extensive network of roadways, railways and airways connectivity  from Defense Corridors to Freight Corridors, from Bharatmala to Sagarmala. In addition, infrastructure projects across the country are being made more organized, modern and effective through the PM Gati Shakti Yojana.

Expressing gratitude to the Prime Minister for gifting Haryana with major development projects, Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that Sh Narendra Modi has enriched the state with several ambitious and far-reaching initiatives. These include the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor, Rail Coach Repair Factory, Kundli-Manesar-Palwal and Kundli-Ghaziabad-Palwal Expressways, Gurugram-Sikanderpur and Faridabad-Ballabhgarh Metro Links, the country’s first elevated railway track in Rohtak, the Rohtak-Maham-Hansi railway line, the National Cancer Institute at AIIMS Jhajjar, and AIIMS in Rewari.

He informed that Haryana has recently received the gift of a Metro Corridor from Rithala to Kundli. The Chief Minister said that these initiatives of the Prime Minister will give a new impetus to investment, employment and industrial development in the state, further strengthening Haryana’s contribution to the national economy.

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Sh Nitin Gadkari, Delhi Chief Minister, Smt. Rekha Gupta, and other dignitaries were also present on this occasion.

Chandigarh, August 17 – Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi today once again praised the leadership of Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini, stating that under his leadership, government jobs in Haryana are being provided to the youth purely on the basis of merit and with complete transparency.

The Prime Minister was addressing a programme in New Delhi on the occasion of the inauguration of the Dwarka Expressway and UER-2 National Highway projects connecting Delhi and Haryana, at a cost about Rs 11,000 crore.

The Prime Minister said that there was a time when Congress governments ruled Haryana, and during that period it was almost impossible for the youth to secure government appointments without “parchi and kharchi”. However, the Bharatiya Janata Party government has completely transformed this system.

The Prime Minister said that the BJP government has so far provided government jobs to lakhs of youth in Haryana on the basis of merit and transparency, and that Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini is carrying this tradition forward with commitment. He added that the constant endeavour of the government is to simplify people’s lives, which is clearly reflected in its policies and decisions.

PM Modi’s guidance is the biggest strength of the present Haryana Government – Nayab Singh Saini

Expressing his gratitude to the Prime Minister, Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the Prime Minister’s guidance and encouragement serve as the biggest strength for the Haryana government. He said that providing transparent and merit-based opportunities to the youth is the government’s top priority, and Haryana is setting a new benchmark in this direction across the country. The Chief Minister expressed confidence that, with the blessings of the Prime Minister, Haryana will continue to move swiftly on the path of development and good governance.

Chandigarh, August 17 – In a bid to improve civic amenities in Millennium City Gurugram, the Haryana government has stepped up its focus on the issues concerning the residents in the Millennium City. For the past five days, Sh Rajesh Khullar, Chief Principal Secretary to the Hon’ble Chief Minister has been stationed in Gurugram, holding meetings with local organisations, listening to citizens’ concerns and working closely with officials to chalk out solutions.

During an extensive review with the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA), Municipal Corporations of Gurugram and Manesar, Haryana Shaheri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP), Police and District Administration, the Chief Principal Secretary underlined the urgency of addressing issues that have long troubled residents. Waterlogging during rains, garbage disposal, stray cattle on roads, solid waste management and improvement of road infrastructure topped the agenda. He urged officials to move beyond routine functioning and take responsibility for visible change. “You officers should be harbingers of change, the residents should feel the change after you have been posted here,” he told the officers posted in Gurugram.

The meetings witnessed detailed discussions on both the challenges and potential remedies, signalling the government’s seriousness in addressing urban concerns. With Gurugram emerging as a leading hub of business and industry, the state government has underlined that improving day-to-day civic life for its residents remains a top priority.

Based on complaints and feedback received from the citizens, Sh. Rajesh Khullar alongwith team of officers of Gurugram District Administration inspected Rajiv Chowk, Farukhnagar–Basai Road and Dhankaut Road in Gurugram on Sunday. During the inspection, he directed the concerned officers to clear the Right of Way (ROW) from encroachments and to strengthen the road berms. He said that these measures are essential to make the roads fully motorable and to ensure smooth vehicular movement. The officers concerned were instructed to take immediate action so that traffic convenience for the public is improved at the earliest.

Sh Khullar also interacted with the villagers at Dhankaut during the inspection.

Comprehensive Sewage & Drainage Plan prepared

Earlier during the meeting in PWD Rest House at Gurugram, the GMDA Authorities said that a comprehensive drainage plan has been prepared for Gurugram city.

 The rain water in Gurugram is drained out through three storm water drains, named Leg-1, Leg-2 and Leg-3. The Leg-1 catersto the area from Sikenderpur Village, DLF phase I & II, Udyog Vihar, Sector 21,22,23 Palam Vihar, New Palam Vihar, Sector-109 which ultimately falls into Najafgarh drain.  Similarly, Leg-2 caters to area between Sector-42, Sector-27/28/29, Huda City Centre to Mata Mandir Road to Ashok Vihar to NPR to Sector-107 and ultimately to Najafgarh drain. The Leg-3 caters to area from Village Ghata & passes through Vatika Chowk to Hero Honda Chowk to Sector 99 to Najafgarh drain. The GMDA Authorities claimed that the Leg-1 was connected to Nazafgarh drain, the Leg-2 has also been connected while connecting work of Leg-3 is in progress, in a length of about 3.5 Km, which HSVP has recently acquired.

Based on last years’ experience, they have identified 12 critical locations, where water logging was observed, and tried to resolve this issue at almost all these locations. These points are – Narsinghpur, Khandsa Chowk, Rajeev Chowk, Sector- 9, 9A, 10, Umang Bhardwaj Chowk, Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Sector 38, Jawala Mil Road, Sector-28 along Chakkerpur, Luxman Vihar, Sector 22-23,  Sheetla Mata Road & Krishna Chowk,  Ambiance Mall and Water run-off from Aravali footing.

 The issue of water logging in low lying Narsingpur area of NH-48 (Main carriageway and service lanes on both sides) between Hero Honda Chowk and Manesar, has been temporarily resolved by constructing a Katcha Drain up to Badshahpur Drain. Due to these efforts, after so many years this area of NH-48 got relief from waterlogging this year. Similarly, the issue of water logging from Rajiv Chowk- Old Gurugram Town road (both side) has been permanently resolved by constructing a RCC Drain. The water logging woes of Sector- 9, 9A, 10, Umang Bhardwaj Chowk because of construction of Basai flyover and ROB along sector 9A, has been permanently resolved by constructing new storm water drain.

He said that storm water drains have been either constructed or in some areas, the construction is in progress.  For example, the storm water drain from Sectors 1 to 67, has already been laid, work is in progress for laying drain in Sectors 68 to 75, proposal to construct drains in Sectors 76 to 80 has been approved, work is in progress in sectors 81to 111 and also in sectors 112 to 115.

The work of Construction of RCC open drain is in progress. Box drain of different sizes from Vatika Chowk to NH-48 is almost 50 % completed. Construction of RCC Type Master Storm Water Drain in Sector 68-75, Gurugram and Construction of RCC box type master storm water drain in Sector 112-115, Gurugram has also been started.

The comprehensive drainage plan includes both short term and long term solutions. The Short Term Proposals include arrangement & installation of pumping machinery, repair work of existing drainage system & cleaning of Pipe line, creation of storage capacity in Green-Belt, improvement of cross-drainage work and recharge wells. Similarly, the Long Term Proposals include augmentation of existing drainage network by assessing storm run off by rational method, enforcement on roof top rain water harvesting system, Creation and rejuvenation of new ponds for water retention, lowering of green belts for water retention during monsoons.

It was told in the meeting that Sewerage Treatment Plants were being constructed or proposed to enhance the capacity in Gurugram, STPs were under construction in Bajghera, Dhanwapur, Behrampur, Sector 78 and sector 107. The city presently has a capacity of treating 408 MLD sewage water. The government has taken up proposals to construct or augment the STPs and take it upto 950 MLD by 2028 against future projection of requirement of 936 MLD.

Medical College & Hospital to be completed by December 2025

In the meeting, it was told that work on Sheetla Mata Devi Medical College & Hospital at Kherki Majra is in progress, which is likely to be handed over to Health Department by end of this year. The Rs 550 crore project will have Academic Block, Under Graduate Boys and Intern Hostel, Teaching Block, Hospital, Nursing Hostel and Trauma Centre.

Devise mechanism to make roads free from stray cattle- Mr Khullar

While presiding over the meeting, the CPS to CM Mr Khullar felt concerned over the issue of stray cattle roaming on the roads and said that these often become cause of accidents, so the concerned officers must devise a mechanism to make all roads free from stray cattle. He said that there is a Kamdhenu Gaushala and a Nandishala in Karterpuri, where these stray cattle should be caught and shifted. The district administration can look for other options or gaushalas as well.

Make roadsides free from Garbage and Debris 

Mr Khullar said that the roadsides should be free from Garbage and construction debris. He said that the heaps of garbage and construct debris dumped at roadsides present a filthy picture of the city, so the concerned officers should evolve a system, so that the garbage and debris waste is dumped at proper sites. Impose heavy fines if anyone is seen dumping garbage or construction waste at unauthorised places. At the same time, he said that if anyone is seen burning garbage, he or she should be punished. The Gurugram police should also keep an eye on it.

The Municipal Corporation Gurugram (MCG) Authorities apprised Mr Khullar that Bulk Waste Generators (BWG) were being educated to get their waste decomposed within their campus premises and no waste should be thrown out of their complexes. Similar ways were being devised to reduce the garbage waste along road sides. It was told that a solid waste management is functional near village Basai, which has a capacity of 1600 Tons per day. Secondary waste collection centres were also being planned.

During the inspection of roads, CPS to CM Sh Rajesh Khullar was accompanied by CEO of GMDA Sh Shyamal Mishra, Divisional Commissioner Sh R C Bidhan, Deputy Commissioner Sh Ajay Kumar, Commissioner of Municipal Corporation Gurugram Sh Pradeep Dahiya, Additional Commissioner MCG Sh Ravinder Yadav among other officers.

Chandigarh, August 17 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today gave a major boost to development of Narwana Assembly constituency by inaugurating and laying the foundation stone of 19 projects worth over Rs 206.32 crore. These include the inauguration of 7 projects costing Rs 37.25 crore and the foundation stone of 12 projects worth Rs 169.07 crore, aimed at strengthening road connectivity, health services, water supply and power infrastructure in the region.

Among the inaugurated projects, the Chief Minister dedicated several key works to the people. These include the widening and strengthening of the link road from Dharodhi to Narwana–Ismailpur road (Raja Gohar along with the railway line, Village Dharodhi at a cost of Rs 1.82 crore, the widening and strengthening of the link road from Dablain to Sachha Khera costing Rs 1.43 crore, the Railway Over Bridge on Narwana–Samain Road in Jind district built at a cost of Rs 25 crore. In addition, the raw water arrangement by pumping from Narwana Minor and renovation of water works in Ismailpur with Rs 3.73 crore, construction of  canal-based water works in Bidrana with Rs 3.50 crore, pavement of Firni in Sulhera village with Rs 1.21 crore and the Sub-Health Centre at Bhana Barhman, Narwana with Rs 55.50 lakh were also inaugurated.

The foundation stones were laid for several major projects aimed at strengthening infrastructure and civic facilities in the constituency. These include the widening and strengthening of the link road from Khanpur to Ismailpur with Rs 1.97 crore and the construction of a new link road from Karamgarh to Loan with a cost of Rs 1.77 crore. He also laid the foundation stone of special repair of 15 roads in Narwana constituency covering a length of 42.62 km at a cost of Rs 16.44 crore, and the construction of an additional PWD B&R Rest House in Narwana with an outlay of Rs 9.55 crore. Further, he also laid the foundation stone of the projects comprise the construction of two boosting stations and strengthening of the distribution system with Rs 4.56 crore, augmentation and renovation of the water supply scheme in Dharodi with Rs 4.97 crore and construction of independent canal-based water works with distribution system in Garhi with Rs 2.53 crore.

The Chief Minister laid the foundation for the renovation and upgradation of the water supply scheme and laying of balance distribution pipeline in Belarkha with Rs 10.11 crore, construction of a 33 KV Sub-Station at Badanpur with Rs 8.02 crore, augmentation of water supply and provision of a sewerage scheme in Ujhana village at a cost of Rs 67.07 crore, and the construction of two Community Health Centres one at Ujhana (Rs 17.47 crore) and another at Danoda (Rs 24.60 crore) to enhance healthcare services in the region.

Chandigarh, August 17 —The Holistic International Pravasi Sports Association (HIPSA) on Sunday presented a Guinness World Record certificate for Kabaddi to the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Haryana, Shri Nayab Saini, at a special ceremony held at Haryana Bhawan, New Delhi.

The certificate was presented by HIPSA president Ms Kanthi D Suresh, along with GI-PKL founder Mr. Karthik Dammu, to the Chief Minister of Haryana.

The prestigious recognition was awarded for organizing the largest participation in a Kabaddi exhibition event, which took place in Panchkula, Haryana, setting a new global benchmark for the traditional Indian sport. The World Record event had witnessed massive engagement from athletes, youth, and sports enthusiasts across the region, further cementing Haryana’s legacy as the heartland of Kabaddi.

In the sixth state level Khel Mahakumbh which commenced recently at Panchkula’s Tau Devi Lal Stadium,  Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated the event by initiating a Kabaddi match, boosting the morale of participating athletes.

Saini expressed confidence that Haryana’s athletes will win the most medals for India at the 2036 Olympics, bringing glory to the nation on the global stage. He reiterated Haryana’s aim for every village to produce an athlete who can hoist the Indian flag on an international platform.

HIPSA, under the leadership of its President Ms. Kanthi D Suresh, has been actively promoting Indian sports on the global stage. Earlier this year, HIPSA successfully organized the Global Indian Pravasi  Kabaddi League (GI-PKL)in April 2025, drawing participation from  players across Europe, Africa, and Asia, uniting the diaspora through the spirit of sport.

HIPSA continues to lead initiatives that bridge the global Indian community through sports, fostering inclusivity, cultural pride, and international recognition.