Chandigarh, November 7 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the sacred Shri Devi Talab in Jalandhar is not merely a temple, it is the heart of our faith, culture, and glorious traditions. The Kar Seva of the sacred lake is not just about removing soil or deepening the water body, it is a living testament to our rich Sikh and Sanatan traditions of service, dedication, and community.

Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini made these remarks while addressing volunteers at the inauguration ceremony of the Kar Seva at Shri Devi Talab Temple in Jalandhar, Punjab.

Restoring the Lake to Its Pristine Purity

He said that restoring the lake to its original purity is our foremost goal. The restoration and purification of this sacred lake is a true service to God, reminding us of our responsibilities towards humanity. Punjab and Haryana share not only a common culture and glorious history but also spiritual and blood ties, he said.

Service Is the Greatest Religion

Nayab Singh Saini highlighted that Kar Seva teaches us that there is no greater religion than service. He urged the youth to participate wholeheartedly in this Kar Seva, stating that such voluntary work reconnects them to their roots and instills a sense of collective responsibility. The sacred task we undertake today is not merely cleaning a lake; it is an act of reverence for Mother Earth and our invaluable water resources, he added.

Purity of Water as the Supreme Being

The Chief Minister said that water is life, and the purity of water represents the supreme being of life. Our ancestors revered nature—rivers, mountains, trees, and water—as divine. Today, as the world faces climate change and environmental challenges, this Kar Seva reminds us that solutions lie not in distant laboratories, but in our own traditions and collective service.

Youth: Drivers of Voluntary Service, Awareness, and Innovation

He further stated that youth are the future of the nation, possessing unmatched energy, enthusiasm, and technical expertise. He encouraged them to contribute through voluntary labour, awareness campaigns, and innovative ideas. The spiritual peace and pride gained through such engagement cannot be achieved otherwise. Embrace the role of digital volunteers to spread awareness and bring modern thinking to this ancient pilgrimage site, he said.

Kar Seva as a Symbol of Dedication and Unity

He told the people of Jalandhar that the lake is an integral part of the city’s identity. Once the Kar Seva is completed, the real responsibility begins. Ensure the lake’s cleanliness is maintained daily. Prevent the disposal of puja materials or other waste into the lake. With the cooperation of the temple committee and local community, establish strict rules to uphold its sanctity and ensure compliance. Let this Kar Seva not remain just a project, but become an example of dedication and unity. This lake should be so grand and sacred that it inspires devotees from across the globe, he added.

Chandigarh, November 7- Haryana is on track to become a zero stubble-burning state within the next two years, having achieved remarkable progress in curbing crop residue burning. The state has reported a 77 percent reduction in fire incidents this season, with only 171 cases recorded as of November 6, 2025, compared to 888 during the same period last year. This information was shared by Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi after attending a high-level review meeting chaired by Sh. Rajesh Verma, Chairperson of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM).

CAQM Chairperson Rajesh Verma appreciated the collective efforts of Haryana Government officials and farmers in reducing incidents of stubble burning. He especially commended the districts of Karnal and Kurukshetra for their significant progress in curbing paddy residue burning. Emphasizing that the next ten days are extremely crucial, he directed the district administrations to maintain strict vigilance to ensure that no further cases of stubble burning occur in the state.

Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi informed that Haryana’s three-pronged strategy—covering in-situ management, ex-situ utilization, and fodder use—is delivering strong results across the state’s 39.31 lakh acres of paddy area. Of this, 44.40 lakh tonnes of residue are being managed through in-situ methods, 19.10 lakh tonnes through ex-situ utilization, and 22 lakh tonnes are being used as fodder. A total of 19,670 acres have been diversified from paddy cultivation, while over 1.74 lakh farmers have adopted Direct Seeding of Rice (DSR), significantly reducing both water use and stubble generation.

The government has enhanced financial incentives to promote sustainable farming practices, offering ₹1,200 per acre for in-situ and ex-situ management ₹8,000 per acre for crop diversification, and ₹4,500 per acre for DSR. A total of ₹471 crore has been allocated for these initiatives. Free bio-decomposer powder is being distributed, with CCS HAU, Hisar, implementing the technology on 2 lakh acres. Under the Crop Residue Management (CRM) scheme for 2025–26, 7,781 machines worth ₹94 crore have been sanctioned, with total funding of ₹250.75 crore shared between the Central and State Governments.

Highlighting Haryana’s progress in industrial use of paddy straw, Mr. Rastogi said that the state now has 31 pelletization and briquetting plants with a combined capacity of 8.17 lakh tonnes per annum, 11 biomass power plants generating 111.9 MW, one 2G ethanol plant, two CBG plants, and five thermal power plants utilizing 16.64 lakh tonnes of paddy straw. Brick kilns in non-NCR districts have also been directed to progressively use paddy straw-based pellets—20 percent by 2025, increasing to 50 percent by 2028.

He added that Haryana has deployed 10,028 nodal officers and uses HARSAC’s satellite monitoring system for real-time detection of fire incidents. FIRs and environmental compensation are being imposed in all verified cases. As of November 6, compensation amounting to ₹4.60 lakh has been levied in 87 cases, with ₹3.35 lakh already recovered. Red entries have been made in 87 farm records.To curb vehicular emissions, the state has issued 3,25,989 PUC challans between January and October 2025 and penalized 285 visibly polluting vehicles in ncr districts. A total of 188 congestion points were identified, of which 101 have been decongested to reduce idle emissions. On the waste management front, 169 waste-burning incidents identified this year have been completely resolved through enforcement and awareness measures. Gurugram and Faridabad now have 86 CCTV cameras installed at dumpsites to ensure rapid response to potential fire incidents.

Chandigarh, November 5: Haryana Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini, today paid obeisance at historic Gurdwara Nada Sahib  in Panchkula on the auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Prakash Parv. The Chief Minister prayed for happiness, peace, and prosperity for the people of the state.

On this occasion, the Chief Minister performed parikrama  of the Nishan Sahib located within the Gurdwara premises and offered prayers at the Guru’s feet.

Interacting with the media persons, the Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of the state on the auspicious occasion of Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Prakash Parv and prays for the good health and progress of every individual.

The Chief Minister said that Guru Nanak Dev Ji imparted invaluable teachings for the welfare of society and the upliftment of humanity, which remain deeply relevant even today. He added that this sacred occasion gives us an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to imbibe and follow the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev Ji in our lives.

He said that Guru Nanak Dev Ji imparted three fundamental principles to humanity -Naam Japo, Kirat Karo  and Vand Chhako. By embracing these teachings, we can further nurture the spirit of service, generosity, and social harmony in our society.

On this occasion, Deputy Commissioner of Police Smt Srishti Gupta, BJP District President Sh Ajay Mittal, OSD  Dr. Prabhleen Singh, Shyam Lal Bansal and Head Granthi of Gurdwara Nada Sahib, Giani Jagjit Singh, along with other dignitaries, were present.

Chandigarh, November 5 — Haryana is set to resonate with the patriotic spirit of ‘Vande Mataram’ on November 7, 2025, marking 150 years of the iconic national song. The Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini chaired a review meeting on Wednesday with the senior officers and deputy commissioners, who joined via video conferencing regarding the preparations of the event.

During the meeting, he directed  the officers and the Deputy Commissioners to organize the event across the state in a grand and dignified manner. Notably, acting on the call of the Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, the ‘Vande Mataram’ song will be sung simultaneously across the country at 10:00 a.m. on November 7, symbolizing unity and national pride. Haryana too will participate with full enthusiasm and grandeur.

The Chief Minister said that the programme should be organised at the division, district, sub-division, and block levels. Members of the Council of Ministers, MPs, and MLAs will attend as chief guests. In addition, all government and private schools, colleges, and universities across Haryana will organize the singing of Vande Mataram on November 7, he said.

Meanwhile, the Directorate of Education has been directed to immediately inform all principals about the event. Students as well as their parents should be invited to participate. The Chief Minister further directed officers to play Vande Mataram on LED screens at all major public places in the evening.

During the meeting, Director General, Information, Public Relations, Languages, Art & Culture, Department, Sh. K. Makrand Pandurang apprised the Chief Minister that events related to Vande Mataram will be held throughout the year from November 7, 2025, to November 7, 2026, in four phases.

Sh. K. Makrand Pandurang further shared that the first phase will take place from November 7 to 14, 2025, during which the Chief Minister will attend the inaugural event in Ambala as the chief guest.  The second phase will be held from January 19 to January 26, 2026.  The third phase will run from August 7 to August 15, 2026, and will be linked to the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign. The fourth and final phase will be organised from November 1 to 7, 2026.

He also informed that the Government of India has launched an app, vande mamtram@150.in app, through which individuals can upload their own renditions of Vande Mataram after the mass singing on November 7. The best performers will receive certificates and awards.

Chief Secretary, Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Sh. Arun Gupta, and other senior officers from various departments also attended the meeting.

Chandigarh, November 5:

Punjab’s Tourism and Cultural Affairs Minister, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, said that the Punjab Government is commemorating the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji with utmost devotion and on a grand scale. The Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs has been designated as the nodal department for organizing and coordinating these historic events.

Providing details about the Nagar Kirtans being organized from various religious places, Sond informed that four Nagar Kirtans will commence on November 19 from different locations and will cover a total distance of 1,563 kilometres, culminating at Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 22 after passing through prominent towns and cities across Punjab.

The main Nagar Kirtan will start from Srinagar on November 19, passing through Jammu, Pathankot, Dasuya, Hoshiarpur, Mahilpur, and Garhshankar, before reaching Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 22. The Nagar Kirtan will halt at Jammu on November 19, Pathankot on November 20, and Hoshiarpur on November 21, covering a total distance of 544 kilometres.

The Majha-Doaba route Nagar Kirtan will begin from Gurdaspur on November 20, and proceed through Batala, Baba Bakala, Sri Amritsar Sahib, Tarn Taran, Goindwal Sahib, Kapurthala, Kartarpur, Jalandhar, Banga, and Balachaur, before reaching Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 22. The halts will be at Sri Amritsar Sahib on November 20 and Jalandhar on November 21, covering 345 kilometres in total.

On the Malwa-1 route, the Nagar Kirtan will start from Faridkot on November 20, passing through Ferozepur, Moga, Jagraon, Ludhiana, Khanna, Sirhind, Fatehgarh Sahib, Morinda, Chamkaur Sahib, and Ropar, before concluding at Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 22. The Nagar Kirtan will stay at Ludhiana on November 20 and Fatehgarh Sahib on November 21, covering 320 kilometres.

Under the Malwa-2 route, the Nagar Kirtan will commence from Talwandi Sabo on November 20, travelling through Bathinda, Barnala, Sangrur, Patiala, Rajpura, Banur, Mohali, Kurali, and Ropar, and will reach Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 22. The halts will be at Sangrur on November 20 and Mohali on November 21, covering 354 kilometres in total.

Minister Tarunpreet Singh Sond extended a heartfelt invitation to devotees across the globe to participate in these Nagar Kirtans and pay their humble tribute to Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s supreme sacrifice. He also urged devotees to take part with enthusiasm in all other commemorative events being held across the State.

Chandigarh, 5 November 2025:

The High-Level Committee (HLC) for the Rejuvenation of Buddha Dariya has reported substantial progress toward restoring the ecological health of the water body. As per the review conducted recently, nearly 90% of the decisions taken during the July–August 2025 meetings have been implemented.

The HLC was constituted by the Government of Punjab through notification dated July 14, 2025. It is chaired by Sh. Sanjeev Arora Minister for Industries & Commerce, Punjab, with the Chief Secretary, Punjab, as Vice-Chairperson. Senior officials from the Departments of Local Government, Water Resources, Science & Technology, PPCB, PEDA, PWD (B&R), PDC, IIT Ropar, and the Deputy Commissioner and Municipal Commissioner of Ludhiana are members—ensuring political leadership, administrative authority, and technical expertise.

Key Achievements from July to October 2025 are as Infrastructure Upgradation project amounting to Rs. 650/- crore has been completed. Gaughat Intermediate Pumping Station is now fully operational. Slope and drainage issues at critical points resolved through continuous monitoring. NIH Roorkee study confirms no under-capacity in existing STPs.

Disclosing on Cow Dung & Dairy Waste Management, Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora added that 100% implementation of zero-discharge policy has been adopted. Door-to-door collection is operational across Municipal limits. Long-term management partner being onboarded through RFP; award expected by end of November 2025. 21 illegal discharge points identified and FIRs registered after a joint departmental walking survey.

He said that Action Against Illegal Dairies Outside City Limits have been taken in which 71 out of 76 illegal dairies closed by the district Task Force. Remaining 5 found to be non-polluting and are under watch.

He revealed that CBG Plants & Long-Term Waste-to-Energy Solutions have been explored and existing 200 MTPD CBG plant have been fully operational. HPCL’s 300 MTPD CBG plant construction started; another similar plant to begin shortly. PEDA facilitated clearances and approvals for these investments.

 Strengthening on Industrial Effluents & CETP Compliance, he informed that CETPs of 15 MLD, 40 MLD, and 50 MLD now showing compliant BOD/COD levels as per PPCB monitoring, though consistency is being further strengthened. CETPs exploring additional technologies to reduce TDS and move towards ZLD. TWIC (Tamil Nadu Water Investment Company) being engaged to prepare a roadmap for advanced effluent management.

 Sharing more details about Action Against Electroplating Units, he said  digital mapping of electroplating units have been completed. Inspections are being conducted; non-compliant units sealed and legal action initiated by PPCB & Municipal Corporation.

Scientific Assessment & Digital Monitoring has been conducted by IIT Ropar onboarded for source apportionment and pollution analysis. Initial findings expected by November 2025 and final report by Q2 2026. Pollution sources are now being digitally tracked for ountability.

 Cabinet Minister Sanjeev Arora said that these efforts are already showing results. For example BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand) decreased consistently from 155 in January 2025 to being consistently below 50mg/L in October 2025.   Similarly, COD (Chemical Oxygen Demand) has decreased from 400mg/L to 150mg/L. TSS (Total Suspended Solids) has moved from 300mg/L to ~150mg/L.  These are extremely encouraging results.

With 7 HLC meetings held in the last 4 months, the rejuvenation of Buddha Dariya has moved from infrastructure creation to strict enforcement, digital monitoring, and long-term ecological restoration, he added.

Sh. Sanjeev Arora stated that the Punjab Government is committed to achieving a balance between environmental protection and industrial development, creating a win-win model for ecology and economy.

Chandigarh/Thiruvananthapuram, November 5:

Punjab Public Works Minister S. Harbhajan Singh ETO today called on Kerala Chief Minister  Sh. Pinarayi  Vijayan at Thiruvananthapuram and extended a formal invitation to join the state-level commemorations being organised to mark the 350th Martyrdom Anniversary of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji.

Conveying greetings from Punjab Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Cabinet Minister apprised Sh. Sh. Pinarayi Vijayan of the elaborate plans being undertaken by the Punjab Government to observe this historic occasion with reverence and grandeur. He shared that the month-long commemorative events will highlight the supreme sacrifice of Guru Sahib to uphold the principles of religious freedom and human dignity.

During the meeting, the Minister informed that the celebrations have already commenced on October 25 with Ardaas at Gurdwara Sri Sis Ganj Sahib in Delhi, followed by devotional congregations and cultural programmes across Punjab. He added that a series of Light and Sound shows depicting Guru Sahib’s life and teachings are going on in all 23 districts, while 130 sacred sites associated with Guru Sahib’s travels are hosting Kirtan Darbars and spiritual gatherings.

The Minister also briefed that four Nagar Kirtans, starting from Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir), Gurdaspur, Faridkot and Takht Sri Damdama Sahib (Punjab), will converge at Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 22. The concluding ceremonies from November 23 to 25 will feature Sri Akhand Path Sahib, Sarb Dharam Sammelan, a special session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha and a grand Kirtan Darbar. A dedicated Tent City “Chakk Nanki” is also being established at Sri Anandpur Sahib to accommodate thousands of devotees visiting daily.

Chief Minister Sh. Pinarayi Vijayan appreciated the Punjab Government’s visionary initiative to pay the respects to the legacy of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, terming it a strong message of unity, compassion and brotherhood.

The Punjab Minister further stated that Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann has envisioned these commemorations not only as a tribute to the Ninth Guru Sahib but also as a national effort to disseminate Guru Sahib’s teachings of peace, equality and righteousness. He said that Sri Anandpur Sahib will become a vibrant centre of devotion and cultural expression during the celebrations, drawing devotees and visitors from across India and abroad.

CHANDIGARH, November 5:

          Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 249th day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 381 locations on Wednesday leading to the arrest of 97 drug smugglers after registration of 74 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 35,377 in 249 days.

          The raids have resulted in recovery of 1.3 kg heroin, 900 grams opium, 28 kg poppy husk, 14,959 intoxicant pills and Rs 3.50 lakhs drug money from the possession of arrested drug smugglers.

          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.

          Over 120 Police teams, comprising over 1000 police personnel, under the supervision of 69 gazetted officers have conducted 381 raids across the state. Police teams have also checked as many as 371 suspicious persons during the day-long operation.

          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 27 persons to undergo de-addiction and rehabilitation treatment today.

Pathankot, November 5:

On the sacred occasion of the Parkash Purab of the first Sikh Guru, Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today gifted the people of state a landmark project worth Rs 3394.49 crore by formally inaugurating the Shahpur Kandi Project, which will significantly boost the state’s electricity generation and irrigation facilities.

Congratulating everyone on the Guru’s Parkash Purab while dedicating the project to the people, the Chief Minister said that today marks a historic day for the nation especially for Punjab. He expressed heartfelt gratitude on behalf of all Punjabis to the engineers, employees, and laborers who worked tirelessly day and night to turn this dream project into reality. Bhagwant Singh Mann said the dam project will prove to be a blessing for farmers, industrialists, traders and common citizens.

The Chief Minister said that Punjab, being an agrarian state, will gain immensely from this project as it will not only increase power generation but also provide extensive irrigation facilities. He said that apart from it the project will also create large-scale employment opportunities for the youth. Bhagwant Singh Mann envisioned that the Shahpur Kandi Dam will be the lifeline of Punjab, especially for the Majha region. The Chief Minister said that he was confident that this dam will illuminate lakhs of homes and brighten countless lives.

Sharing detailed information about the project, he said the Shahpur Kandi Dam Project is being constructed at a cost of Rs 3394.49 crore, out of which Punjab is contributing Rs 2694.02 crore (around 80%), while the remaining Rs. 700.45 crore (20%) is being funded by the Government of India. Bhagwant Singh Mann further mentioned that 3171.72 acres of land have been acquired for the project out of which 1643.77 acres is in Punjab and 1527.95 acres in Jammu and Kashmir.

Speaking about irrigation benefits, the Chief Minister said the project will provide irrigation facilities to 5000 hectares (12,500 acres) of land in Punjab, bringing water to farmlands in Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, and other districts of the Majha region. He said that it will also ensure a continuous irrigation supply to 1.18 lakh hectares under the Upper Bari Doab Canal system. Bhagwant Singh Mann elaborated that before the construction of the Shahpur Kandi Dam, the Ranjit Sagar Dam Power House could not operate at its full capacity of 600 MW during peak hours (morning and evening) because there was no downstream reservoir to store water, resulting in excess water flowing unused into Pakistan.

However, the Chief Minister said that with the commissioning of the Shahpur Kandi Dam, water released from Ranjit Sagar Dam will now be stored in the new reservoir, enabling optimal power generation during high-demand hours and ensuring a steady supply of water for irrigation. He shared that the Shahpur Kandi Dam stands 55.5 meters high and includes a 7.7 km-long hydel channel. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that two powerhouses with a total capacity of 206 MW are being constructed, and nearly 75% of the work has already been completed.

The Chief Minister said that the project will be fully operational and dedicated to the people by March 2026, marking the beginning of electricity production. Highlighting its irrigation significance, he mentioned that the construction of three new canals linked to the dam is also in the final stages. Additionally, Bhagwant Singh Mann said that a large lake has been created upstream of the Shahpur Kandi Dam, which will be developed as one of Punjab’s premier tourist destinations in the coming years.

The Chief Minister said that the dam will give a major boost to water sports across North India and that Shahpur Kandi Dam, Ranjit Sagar Dam, and Chamrod will together be developed as a world-class tourism hub. He added that several companies have already shown keen interest in developing tourism projects in these areas, and discussions are ongoing. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that several reputed companies are deeply interested in the natural beauty of this region adding that there is tremendous potential here to promote tourism and create livelihoods.”

On this occasion, Cabinet Ministers Lal Chand Kataruchak and Barinder Kumar Goyal, along with Chief Secretary KAP Sinha were also present.

Chandigarh, November 5:

Slamming the Union government for misleading people on the issue of Panjab University, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann categorically asked  the centre to stop dirty tantrums to befool the people.

“Punjabis are well aware of your dubious character and they will not get swayed away by mere juggling of words over the issue and will not rest until the orders on Panjab University are not completely rolled back”, said the Chief Minister.

The Chief Minister said that the state Government will explore all legal options against the decision of the centre pertaining to the unlawful dissolution of the Senate and Syndicate of Panjab University, Chandigarh by roping in eminent legal luminaries. Terming the move as a blatant violation of established norms, he said that it was an attack on the democratic and autonomous functioning of one of the oldest and most reputed institutions of higher education in the region. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that any attempt to undermine its representative bodies such as the Senate and Syndicate amounts to disregarding the aspirations and participation of the academic community and the people of Punjab.

The Chief Minister said that this was not just a legal battle but a constitutional responsibility of the state government to protect the rights of Punjab on Panjab University. He reiterated that Punjab government will not allow any dilution of its share, rights or participation in the functioning of Panjab University.  Bhagwant Singh Mann said that his government is firmly committed to the autonomy and dignity of educational institutions adding that Punjab Government stands firmly with the people of the state in resisting such arbitrary decisions.

The Chief Minister reiterated that the Panjab University was constituted under the Punjab University Act, 1947 (Act VII of 1947) and was established to compensate the State of Punjab for the loss of its main University at Lahore subsequent to the partition of the country in 1947. Bhagwant Singh said that after bifurcation of the State in 1966, the Punjab Reorganization Act 1966 maintained its status, meaning thereby that the University continued to function as it was and its jurisdiction over the areas that were comprised in the present State of Punjab continued as such. He said that ever since then, Panjab University, Chandigarh is part of the emotional, cultural, literature and rich legacy of the state.

The Chief Minister said that the irrational decision of the centre government has not only disenchanted stakeholders but is also against the canons of any good governance and the Law. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this led to a substantial resentment amongst the teachers, professionals, technical members, graduates of the University and others. He further said that the state government will not tolerate any change in the status of the university and will fight tooth and nail for it.