Chandigarh, July 16

Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister, Sh. Shyam Singh Rana said that both the Central and State governments are committed to farmers’ welfare and efforts are being made to ensure that farmers do not face any shortage of fertilisers.

Sh. Shyam Singh Rana was interacting with the media in Yamunanagar today.

He said that he regularly interacts with farmers and wherever there is a need for fertilisers, he immediately directs administrative officers to make the supply available. At present, there is no shortage of fertilisers in the state.

Sh. Rana said that DAP fertiliser is imported from abroad and is being delivered daily via train to various districts of Haryana, along with urea fertilizer. In view of the demand, societies and private dealers are also required to keep a stock of fertilisers so that farmers can easily access them when needed.

He further said that on July 16, a train carrying DAP arrived in Rohtak, and from there, fertiliser is being distributed to Jhajjar, Palwal, Gurugram, Faridabad, and Mewat. Similarly, on July 17, fertiliser will reach Hisar and be supplied to Fatehabad, Bhiwani, and Sirsa, and on July 18, it will be sent to Karnal, Panipat, Sonipat, Yamunanagar, Ambala, and Kurukshetra.

Haryana’s Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister said that earlier the government used to allocate 40 percent of the fertiliser stock to society while 60 percent went to private fertilizer agencies. However, the government has now increased the society share to 50 percent so that farmers in villages can get fertiliser nearby without having to travel far.

He also said that if a farmer purchases fertiliser from a society and returns the payment within six months, no interest will be charged on that amount.

While responding to a question regarding black marketing of fertilisers, Sh.Rana said the government keeps a close watch, and strict action is taken against anyone found involved in such practices. Fertiliser sales will soon be available online, allowing farmers to order fertilisers from anywhere. The fertiliser will be provided based on the land details submitted by the farmer on the portal, he added. 

Mohali, July 16:

In a major push to harness the renewable energy, the Punjab Mandi Board plans to install solar power plants in grain markets across Jalandhar, Patiala, Ferozepur and Ludhiana at a cost of Rs. 24.5 crore and this eco-friendly initiative is expected to save approximately Rs. 3.5 crore in annual electricity expenses, informed Harchand Singh Barsat,  Chairman, Punjab Mandi Board.

S. Barsat, along with senior officials of the Punjab  Mandi Board, reviewed the development works being carried out at grain markets, fruit and vegetable markets, Market Committees and e-NAM. The Chairman further stated that the Punjab Mandi Board would plant over 50,000 saplings in Mandis across the state. This initiative underscores the Board’s commitment to enhancing green cover and promoting environmental sustainability in and around mandis across Punjab.

The Chairman directed officials to complete the renovation of the Guest House located at Talwandi Sabo at the earliest so that it can be operated on the lines of the Kisan Bhawan, Chandigarh. Additionally, officials were instructed to take immediate action to allocate the vacant houses in the Board’s residential colonies. Under the modernisation of vegetable mandis, he said that boom barriers were installed at the vegetable mandi in Sanaur (Patiala). This led to an increase in market fees. Given the project’s success, a decision has been made to implement this in other mandis across state.

S. Barsat directed officials to immediately remove encroachments on the premises of the mandis in the state, while emphasising on the need to maintain cleanliness at vegetable mandis. He instructed officials to ensure daily disposal of waste generated in the mandis, besides making efforts to generate income from this bio-waste.

Highlighting the Board’s achievements, the Chairman said that the Board has earned Rs 373 crore in revenue from e-auctions of 842 plots this year so far. He further informed about a successful initiative where cover sheds in the state’s mandis were opened for public use during the off-season. This move received an overwhelming response and generated Rs 1 crore in revenue, which showcases the Board’s efforts to optimise the use of existing infrastructure in mandis.

Chandigarh/SAS Nagar, July 16:

In a major push to harness the renewable energy, the Punjab Mandi Board plans to install solar power plants in grain markets across Jalandhar, Patiala, Ferozepur and Ludhiana at a cost of Rs. 24.5 crore and this eco-friendly initiative is expected to save approximately Rs. 3.5 crore in annual electricity expenses, informed Harchand Singh Barsat,  Chairman, Punjab Mandi Board.

S. Barsat, along with senior officials of the Punjab  Mandi Board, reviewed the development works being carried out at grain markets, fruit and vegetable markets, Market Committees and e-NAM.

The Chairman further stated that the Punjab Mandi Board would plant over 50,000 saplings in Mandis across the state. This initiative underscores the Board’s commitment to enhancing green cover and promoting environmental sustainability in and around mandis across Punjab.

The Chairman directed officials to complete the renovation of the Guest House located at Talwandi Sabo at the earliest so that it can be operated on the lines of the Kisan Bhawan, Chandigarh. Additionally, officials were instructed to take immediate action to allocate the vacant houses in the Board’s residential colonies.

Under the modernisation of vegetable mandis, he said that boom barriers were installed at the vegetable mandi in Sanaur (Patiala). This led to an increase in market fees. Given the project’s success, a decision has been made to implement this in other mandis across state.

S. Barsat directed officials to immediately remove encroachments on the premises of the mandis in the state, while emphasising on the need to maintain cleanliness at vegetable mandis. He instructed officials to ensure daily disposal of waste generated in the mandis, besides making efforts to generate income from this bio-waste.

Highlighting the Board’s achievements, the Chairman said that the Board has earned Rs 373 crore in revenue from e-auctions of 842 plots this year so far. He further informed about a successful initiative where cover sheds in the state’s mandis were opened for public use during the off-season. This move received an overwhelming response and generated Rs 1 crore in revenue, which showcases the Board’s efforts to optimise the use of existing infrastructure in mandis.

Chandigarh, July 16:

The Punjab Animal Husbandry Department has achieved a remarkable milestone with the Semen Station in Rupnagar obtaining International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) certification. This certification highlights the department’s commitment to quality standards in animal husbandry services.

Sharing this achievement today, Punjab Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Fisheries Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian stated that two semen banks of Punjab have achieved ISO certification. The Semen Station, Rupnagar has produced 1.06 lakh semen straws in the first three months of FY 2025-26, with a target of producing 5.20 lakh semen straws for the year.

While congratulating the department officials for this feat, S. Khudian said that modernising the department would help livestock farmers boost their income through agri-allied businesses like dairy and animal farming.

S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian informed that the Semen Station at Nabha has been certified ISO 9001:2015 by the Government of India and has been granted Grade A status. The Nabha semen station has produced 3,11,000 semen straws in the first three months of FY 2025-26. For the year, the target is set to produce 16.39 lakh semen straws, which is higher than in previous year.

The Animal Husbandry Minister stated that the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab government has been making all out efforts to enhance the income of livestock farmers by delivering good breed semen straws to every corner of the state. Usage of these straws ensures production of good breed calves and helps increase milk production to record levels, he added.

Chandigarh, July 16 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the State Government fully respects and honours the orders of the Supreme Court regarding the Anangpur village in Faridabad district. The Chief Minister said this while talking to media persons after meeting Union Minister of State Sh. Krishan Pal Gurjar, former Minister and Ballabhgarh MLA Sh. Mool Chand Sharma, NIT Faridabad MLA Satish Fagna, Badkhal MLA Dhanesh Adlakha and dignitaries of Anangpur village at the PWD Rest House in Gurugram.

During this, the Chief Minister listened carefully to all the public representatives and assured them that the Haryana Government respects public sentiments. Also, the Haryana Government believes in the balance between environment and development. Accordingly, the matter will be presented before the Coordination Committee, which will in turn submit a formal request to the Supreme Court for consideration.

Chandigarh, July 16- In a significant step towards promoting amicable dispute resolution and reducing the burden on Courts, National Legal Services Authority, New Delhi in association with the Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee, Supreme Court of India has launched the Special Mediation Drive- Mediation ‘For the Nation’ under the guidance of Chief Justice of India, Sh. Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, and  Judge, Supreme Court of India and Executive Chairman, National Legal Services Authority and Chairman, Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee. Sh. Justice Surya Kant. This nation-wide campaign is a 90 Days’ Mediation Drive from July 1, 2025 to September 30, 2025 which aims at resolving a large number of pending cases through Mediation.

This pioneering initiative will be implemented across all Taluka Courts, District Courts and High Courts throughout the country. The campaign, spearheaded by the Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee (MCPC) of the Supreme Court, aims to encourage litigants to opt for mediation as a time-efficient, cost-effective and peaceful method of settling disputes.

The campaign is being actively supported and coordinated by all High Courts and State Legal Services Authorities which are undertaking a range of awareness activities including the publication of pamphlets, display of banners, organization of awareness drives and facilitation of pre-litigation and pending case referrals to mediation. Citizens are being encouraged to come forward and resolve their disputes amicably through Mediation during this 90-day period, thereby contributing to the cause of speedy justice and social harmony.

For more information and assistance, litigants may contact the nearest District Legal Services Authority/Taluka Legal Services Committee or visit the Mediation Centre in their respective ADR Centres/Court Complexes. For any kind of legal assistance, litigants may call at NALSA Helpline Number 15100.

Chandigarh, July 16 – Haryana Government is spearheading major advancements in land administration, including a large-scale mapping program, boundary demarcation with Uttar Pradesh, and the implementation of a fully paperless property registration system.

Chairing a comprehensive review meeting with all Deputy Commissioners, Financial Commissioner Revenue (FCR), Dr. Sumita Misra emphasized the timely execution of all critical projects. She directed officers to ensure the completion of Tatima updation work-the digitization and verification of land parcel maps by August 2025.

Dr. Misra noted that the state is also on course to erect 1,221 boundary pillars between Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, in line with the directives of the Survey of India. These efforts are focused in districts including Panipat, Sonipat, Faridabad, Palwal, and Karnal. Maps based on SoI surveys have been shared with the respective districts, and funds have been released to execute the work effectively.

Highlighting the importance of digitized land records, the FCR reviewed the progress of establishing Modern Revenue Record Rooms (MRRRs) in districts. She directed that all document verification of the digitised records be completed by August 15.

Importantly, she announced that registration services in Haryana will soon become entirely paperless on the lines of Passport Seva Kendra system. This step aims to enhance transparency, reduce delays, and improve the citizen experience.

Dr. Misra informed that new software has been developed which allows simultaneous mutation at the time of ownership registration. This integration is expected to drastically reduce the pendency of mutation cases. Dr. Misra said that under the new digital initiatives, a dedicated portal would be made and be operational by August 2025. This Revenue Court Case Management System will improve overall accountability, reduce pendency, and make land-related services faster and more accessible to the public. She added that with this new initiative the monitoring will be more transparent at the headquarter as well as district level.

The FCR also disclosed that demarcation processes across the state will soon be conducted through advanced rovers and directed all Deputy Commissioners to ensure staff training and procurement of equipment in advance. Dr. Misra further urged DCs to submit pending verification reports for Phase-II of the Agriculture Census 2021–22, particularly from the 16 districts yet to comply with Government of India mandates.

Dr. Misra revealed that disciplinary proceedings are being initiated against 38 erring revenue officers, including 6 District Revenue Officers (DROs), 23 Tehsildars, and 9 Naib Tehsildars. She further emphasized DCs for timely reporting and accountability to ensure that all officers adhere to the guidelines and complete their tasks efficiently.

The meeting was attended by Director, Consolidation of Land Holdings & Land Records, Sh. Yashpal, Special Secretary, Revenue & Disaster Management Department, Sh. Rahul Hooda, Special Secretary, Revenue & Disaster Management Department, Sh. Kamlesh Kumar Bhadoo besides other officers from Revenue and Disaster Management Department.

Chandigarh, July 16 – The Haryana Right to Service Commission has directed officers of the Power Department to pay Rs. 5,000 as compensation to a consumer for not receiving electricity bills timely.  The compensation has been imposed under Section 17(1)(h) of the Haryana Right to Service Act, 2014, which allows for a maximum penalty in such cases.

This case pertains to the Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (UHBVN), Kaithal, where a consumer did not receive electricity bills for nearly a year despite having a meter installed. The Commission found that not only was the connection wrongly cancelled at the initial stage, but repeated negligence and delay were observed throughout the appeal process as well.

Sharing more details in this regard, spokesperson of the Commission shared that previous orders had clearly established that the then SDO had misused the login ID to cancel the connection. Furthermore, despite repeated directions, the current SDO failed to provide complete information. There was also ambiguity surrounding the appointment and responsibilities of the Revenue Assistant (CA).

The spokesperson  said that during the investigation, it was revealed that the Junior Engineer involved in the initial lapses had recently passed away. However, the then CA has been issued a warning by the Commission to remain vigilant in the future.

The spokesperson further informed that the Commission has directed that the consumer be allowed to pay the bill in six instalments and the compensation amount be adjusted in the consumer’s bill. The compensation is to be paid by the corporation initially and later recovered from the concerned officers as per rules.

While accepting the explanations of both SDOs involved in the matter, the Commission issued stern warnings for the future. It was clearly stated that if any further complaints are received against them, this case will be linked and disciplinary action will be recommended to the State Government.

The XEN (OP) Kaithal has been directed to submit a compliance report to the Commission by July 31, 2025.

Chandigarh, July 16 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini and Union Education Minister Sh. Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the Southampton University Campus in Gurugram on Wednesday. After the inauguration, both leaders also visited the campus.

On this occasion, Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the establishment of the Southampton University campus in Gurugram, under the National Education Policy and the principle of “One Earth, One Family, One Future,” will help take India’s higher education standards to new heights. He expressed pride that Haryana is becoming the first choice for foreign investors due to excellent infrastructure. He said the University of Southampton—one of the top 100 universities in the world—has now set foot in Gurugram. This symbolizes growing cooperation between India and the UK in the education sector. He added that today marks a golden chapter in India’s education landscape, as this is not just the inauguration of a new campus, but a major step toward realizing the dreams of India’s youth and the vision of a “Viksit Bharat by 2047.”

Campus is a stamp on PM’s vision of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: CM

The Chief Minister said under India’s new education policy, for the first time, the UGC has approved a full-fledged international university campus in India. This is a direct result of the vision of the National Education Policy and reflects PM Modi’s principle of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’.

He said the campus is opening new doors of opportunity for Indian youth. Students here will receive high-quality education and experience similar to the UK, along with a globally recognized degree. Additionally, students will have the option to study for one semester or one year in the UK, offering a unique opportunity to gain global exposure.

‘Haryana is becoming a global hub of education’

In his address, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said this campus of the University of Southampton will prove to be a milestone in making Haryana a global hub of education. He said our goal is to make Haryana such a skill hub, where our youth not only become job seekers, but also become job providers. He said Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has a vision to implement the New Education Policy-2020 in the country by the year 2040. To realize his vision, it is necessary to have a sufficient number of world-class educational institutions. In such a situation, we are proud that many such institutions have opened in Haryana. There are a total of 57 government and private universities in the state. Out of these, 14 universities have been opened in the last 10 and a half years. Today, a target has also been set to open a college within every 20 kilometers in Haryana. There are a total of 185 government colleges in the state at present. Out of these, 80 colleges have been opened in the last 10 and a half years. The Chief Minister stated that entrepreneurship is being promoted in the state, and students are being encouraged to take up start-ups.

India’s Universities Are Continuously Improving in Global Rankings

Union Education Minister Sh. Dharmendra Pradhan said due to the vision and leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, a historic change is taking place in the higher education system of India. He informed that the presence of Indian universities in the world’s prestigious QS ranking has increased significantly. He said in the year 2014, only 11 Indian universities were included in the QS ranking whereas at present, this number has increased to 54. This change reflects the quality, innovation and growing trust of the Indian education system at the international level.

The Union Education Minister said with the aim of promoting healthy competition in the field of education and providing world-class education opportunities to the youth, the Central Government has allowed 17 globally reputed universities to establish their full campuses in India. The academic session has already started in three of these universities. The Education Minister also said that these international-level universities coming to the country will be opened in the major metro cities of the country, including NCR, so that high quality education can be provided to as many youth of the country as possible. He appealed that everyone should move forward in life together by becoming ‘Vishwabandhu’. He said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini deserves appreciation as he is providing a good environment for education.

While addressing the programme, the UK High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron, said the launch of the full-fledged campus of England’s prestigious University of Southampton in Haryana is proof that modern India and modern Britain are advancing their partnership in education in a positive and meaningful way. She said that through this initiative, local students will now have the opportunity to receive global-quality British education within their own country. This will make international-standard education more accessible and reduce the need for students to go abroad.

These courses will be offered at Southampton University Campus

It is worth noting that at present, four undergraduate and two postgraduate courses are available at Southampton University Campus. These include B.Sc. Business Management, B.Sc. Accounting and Finance, B.Sc. Computer Science, B.Sc. Economics, M.Sc. Finance and M.Sc. International Management.

British High Commissioner Lindy Cameron, UGC Chairman Vineet Joshi, Industry and Foreign Cooperation Minister Rao Narbir Singh, University of Southampton Vice Chancellor Lord Patel, University President Mark Smith, Pataudi MLA Bimla Chaudhary, Gurugram MLA Mukesh Sharma, Sohna MLA Tejpal Tanwar, Chief Minister’s Media Advisor Rajiv Jaitly, Advisor, Foreign Cooperation, Sh. Pawan Choudhary and several other dignitaries were present at the inauguration ceremony.

Chandigarh, July 16 – Haryana Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi chaired a high-level meeting and reviewed the progress of projects exceeding ₹100 crore with the respective Administrative Secretaries here today.

The Administrative Secretaries presented detailed updates on 25 high-value projects, collectively worth over ₹28,641 crore, spanning sectors like urban development, transport, home, health and industrial growth. Chief Secretary Rastogi directed officials to proactively resolve bottlenecks and complete the projects on prescribed timelines.

A standout achievement is the ₹100 crore project under the Home Department for installing CCTV cameras across police stations and posts, which has been fully completed and operational. This initiative significantly strengthens public safety and law enforcement capabilities. Similarly, the Cooperation Department’s ₹179.75 crore Mega Food Park at Rohtak, managed by HAFED, has achieved an impressive 97% completion. With most milestones met, including the setup of the Central Processing Centre and Primary Processing Centres, this project is poised to boost agro-processing and create rural employment opportunities.

The Urban Local Bodies (ULB) Department showcased remarkable progress in civic infrastructure. Projects such as the ₹248.33 crore sewerage systems in Faridabad’s Pratapgarh and Mirzapur, the ₹133.78 crore sewerage network in Ambala Sadar, and the ₹109.13 crore water supply initiative in Rohtak have all reached 100% completion. Additionally, the ₹130.21 crore sewerage project in Karnal, including a 142 km network and two sewage treatment plants, has been fully completed, significantly enhancing urban sanitation. The ₹129.30 crore MCG Office Building in Gurugram, at 84% completion, and the ₹123.47 crore modernization of Raja Nahar Singh Stadium in Faridabad, at 60% completion, further highlight the department’s strides in improving urban amenities.

In the Town & Country Planning sector, the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) reported  progress on various projects. The ₹110 crore 100 MLD Water Treatment Plant at Chandu Bhudera was inaugurated by Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today. The ₹679.80 crore Shree Sheetla Mata Devi Medical College and Hospital in Gurugram, is advancing steadily and will soon serve as a cornerstone of healthcare infrastructure. The ₹226.31 crore sewerage pipeline project in Gurugram’s Sector 58 to 115 has also been fully completed, ensuring robust urban sanitation.

The Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) updated the meeting on transformative transport projects, including the ₹5,453 crore Gurugram Metro (HUDA City Centre to Cyber City), the ₹6,056.70 crore Faridabad-Gurugram Metro link, and two Regional Rapid Transport Systems (RRTS) projects: Delhi-Shahjahanpur-Neemrana-Behror (₹6,436 crore) and Sarai Kale Khan-Panipat (₹4,699 crore). Additionally, the Faridabad Metropolitan Development Authority’s ₹217 crore Ranney Wells project is progressing well to ensure sustainable water supply.