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Haryana touching new heights of development under leadership of PM Narendra Modi and CM Nayab Singh Saini: Union Minister Krishan Pal Gurjar

Chandigarh, May 3 – Union Minister of State for Cooperation Sh. Krishan Pal Gurjar and Haryana Minister of State for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Sh. Rajesh Nagar on Saturday inaugurated the work of laying sewerage and drinking water lines in Sehatpur Palla of Faridabad district.

 Sh. Krishan Pal Gurjar said today, two important construction works of laying sewer line and drinking water pipeline from Palla to Sehatpur were formally inaugurated. An amount of about Rs 5.43 crore has been sanctioned by the government for these development works. In this, laying of sewer line will cost about Rs 3.14 crore and laying of drinking water line will cost about Rs 2.29 crore. The main objective of these works is to provide basic facilities to the residents of the region, so that the sanitation system is strengthened and the supply of clean drinking water can be ensured to every household.

 He said under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and under the guidance of Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, the country and the state are moving on the path of continuous progress. The aim of both leaders is to ensure the reach of development to the common people by realizing the mantra of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas’. Whether it is expansion of infrastructure, improvement of health services, increase in the quality of education or strengthening of essential facilities in rural and urban areas, work is being done at a rapid pace in every field. Under the leadership of the Chief Minister, a resolution has been taken to bring development to every citizen of the state. Projects like sewer line and drinking water pipeline from Palla to Sehatpur are proof of this policy, which shows how sensitive and responsible the government is towards the primary needs of the public.

 On this occasion, Sh. Rajesh Nagar said the state government is committed to fulfil the basic needs of the people. The start of these development works is the beginning of a new era. The arrangement of sewer line will give a new dimension to cleanliness and health in the area, while the drinking water pipeline will ensure access to pure and safe water to every house. The launch of these projects is proof that the government is committed to making the lives of its citizens easy and safe. This initiative is a big step towards the overall development of the region, which will not only strengthen the basic facilities, but will also give impetus to social and economic progress.

Rao Narbir Singh inspects arrangements for water drainage in Gurugram

Chandigarh, May 3 – Industry and Commerce Minister Sh. Rao Narbir Singh today personally went to the field and took stock of the situation of waterlogging at major places of the city after the unseasonal rain in Gurugram on Friday and inspected the arrangements being made by the concerned departments towards its prevention. Gurugram MLA Mukesh Sharma, Corporation Commissioner Ashok Garg along with the main officials of Municipal Corporation Gurugram, Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) and District Administration were also present on the occasion.

Rao Narbir Singh today visited Sikandarpur, Sector 27, 28, 43, 51, 54, 56, Shiv Nadar School Road, Wazirabad, Artemis Hospital Red Light, Mayfield Garden, Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Marble Market Sector 34, Hero Honda Chowk, Narsinghpur, Manesar Drain, Gadoli Culvert, Basai Chowk, Mata Road, Old Delhi Road, Sector 31 Atlantis Road and Rajiv Chowk and directed Corporation Commissioner Ashok Garg and GMDA officials to fix the responsibility of one officer at each identified waterlogging spot in Gurugram so that if waterlogging situation arises at these places during the rainy season, necessary action can be taken against the concerned officer at the government level. He said no officer can escape by making an excuse of transfer. Whichever new officer comes in place of the previous officer, he will also have to take responsibility in writing of the respective waterlogging point. He said the mobile number of the concerned officer must be shared in the public domain so that if needed, the citizens of the concerned area can contact him directly.

He said in a democratic system, we all have accountability towards the public. Gurugram district should remain waterlogging free in monsoon and people should not face any inconvenience in commuting. For this, we all have to collectively work on the ground in the next two months. The Cabinet Minister directed that wherever road construction is being done, the cleaning of drains and construction of footpaths should be completed first.

Consent of RWA and councillors must be taken for cleaning of drains

The Cabinet Minister also instructed the officials during his inspection tour that wherever drainage or sewer cleaning work is being done in the city, the consent and suggestions of the local councillor or RWA of the concerned area must be taken. He said since the common people face a lot of problems during the rainy season, their consent is important in the cleaning of drains.

‘Close illegal meat shops within a month’

During the inspection tour, local people at various places said there were a large number of meat shops in the area. They were directly dumping the garbage of their shops in the drainage or sewerage. Due to this, there is a possibility of disease spreading along with the drainage system getting blocked. Taking cognizance of the complaints of the people, the Cabinet Minister instructed the police officers to close all the illegal meat shops at such places within the next one month.

On this occasion, Corporation Commissioner Ashok Garg, DCP Traffic Dr. Rajesh Mohan, GMDA Chief Engineer Rajesh Bansal, and other senior officers of various departments were also present on the occasion.

Every section of society being uplifted in Haryana: Krishan Kumar Bedi

Chandigarh, May 3 – Haryana Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Sh. Krishan Kumar Bedi said the Saini community has always had a special identity due to its honesty, diligence and hard work. Descendants of Maharaja Shoorsaini, they are known for their brotherhood and friendly behaviour.

The minister was addressing a Saini Sammelan programme organized in Narwana today.

He said the teachings of Maharaja Shoorsaini, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule and Mata Savitri Bai Phule are equally relevant even today and the present government is working dedicatedly towards public welfare by following the ideals given by these great men. Improving the standard of living of the economically and educationally backward people of the society is the commitment of the present government. In this direction, decisions taken by the state government for Antyodaya welfare under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini are initiating new social upliftment.

He said the life values of great men are the living basis for the progress of any society. The state government is walking on the path shown by saints like Sant Kabir, Dr. BR Ambedkar, Guru Ravidas, Sant Dhanna Bhagat and Mahatma Jyotiba Phule. The state government is celebrating the birth anniversaries of all the saints and great men at its own level so that the teachings of saints and sages are propagated in the society and an advanced and civilized society is created.

Sh. Bedi also announced a grant of Rs 25 lakh to the Saini Sabha Charitable Committee for a dharamshala. Apart from this, in the last Kabir Jayanti celebrations, the announced grant amount of Rs 17 lakh was also distributed.

On this occasion, Mayor of Panipat Municipal Corporation Komal Saini, Chairman of Haryana CONFED Karambir Saini, Chairperson of Municipal Council Jind Dr. Anuradha Saini and other dignitaries were present.

Need to eradicate drug addiction to realize dream of ‘Viksit Bharat’: CM Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh, May 3 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said youth will play an important role in realizing the vision of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi to make a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. For this, the youth will have to stay away from drugs. When the youth are physically fit and healthy, only then they will be able to contribute significantly in realizing this dream.

The Chief Minister said on the call of the Prime Minister, campaigns are being organized against drug addiction in the entire country. In this series, a programme to take out a march against drug addiction was organized in the beautiful city of Chandigarh today, in which the youth of Tricity and their parents participated enthusiastically, which gives the message that once the youth decide to do something, they do not rest until they complete it. Today, the enthusiasm of the youth in Chandigarh shows that they are standing with the Prime Minister in realizing the goal of a developed India. The message of this padyatra is that drug addiction should be eradicated from every household. He said there should not be any stain of drug addiction on the beautiful city of Chandigarh. The youth should stay away from drugs and contribute in maintaining the beauty of this city.

The Chief Minister said in Haryana also, the government has started a public awareness campaign against drugs, which is getting a lot of support from the people. Strictest action is being taken against drug dealers and a strict watch is also being kept on them. He called upon the people to contribute in making the campaign against drugs stronger. 

He said the campaign against drugs is not just a programme, but a collective resolve to free our society from the evils of drugs, to give a bright future to our young generation and to make our country healthy and developed.

Several leaders, including Punjab Governor and Administrator of Union Territory Chandigarh Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria, Haryana Governor Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya, Punjab Chief Minister Sh. Bhagwant Mann and others participated in the march against drugs.

Maharani Padmavati’s life a source of inspiration for sisters and daughters: Vipul Goel

Chandigarh, May 3 – Haryana’s Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Sh. Vipul Goel said the new education policy implemented by the government in the state is according to the Indian tradition and culture and it will play a key role in making India self-reliant and developed.

The Revenue and Disaster Management Minister was addressing a function after inaugurating the plan and logo of Maharani Padmavati Women’s College building at a function organized in Palwal district on Saturday.

He said the college will become a temple of knowledge where our sisters and daughters will receive good education. Inside this college, such a generation of the country will be formed which will play an important role in the development of the country and will contribute in making India developed and self-reliant in future. He said the life of Rani Padmavati is a source of inspiration for our sisters and daughters. Naming this college after Veerangana Rani Padmavati will always inspire the sisters and daughters studying here. He said Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini is trying to get a college built for sisters and daughters every 30 kilometers of the state so that they do not have to go far to get higher education. He said this college will prove to be a milestone in realizing the dream of the Chief Minister.

Maharani Padmavati Girls’ College will prove to be a boon for sisters and daughters: Rajesh Nagar

Minister of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Sh. Rajesh Nagar said Maharani Padmavati Girls’ College is being constructed by Maharana Pratap Bhawan and Shri Sitaram Samiti, Palwal in about 5 acres of land. This college will prove to be a boon for our sisters and daughters. He said educating women is a commendable work, in which social organizations should come forward.

College will inspire the young generation: Gaurav Gautam

Haryana’s Minister of State for Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship, Sports and Law, Sh. Gaurav Gautam said the glorious story of Maharani Padmavati’s courage and sacrifice is immortal in history. The construction of Maharani Padmavati Girls’ College in Palwal will inspire the young generation. With the construction of this college, the girl students of Palwal district will not have to go far for education. He said every section will get the benefit of the construction of this college. When this college is ready, the girl students studying in this college will bring glory to the country and the state at the world level. Announcing a contribution of Rs 31 lakh for the construction of the college building, he said he will provide full cooperation to the in the future also.

Delhi Cabinet Minister Kapil Mishra visits Haryana pavilion

Chandigarh, May 3: Delhi’s Minister of Art and Culture, Sh Kapil Mishra, visited the Haryana Pavilion today during the four-day WAVES Summit (World Audio-Visual and Entertainment Summit) at the Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai. During his visit, he met with Sh KM Pandurang, Director General of the Department of Information, Public Relations, and Languages, Haryana. Sh Pandurang presented him with a copy of the Haryana Film Policy.

Sh Kapil Mishra praised the Haryana Pavilion, stating that Haryana is progressing rapidly in every field today. He said that the innovative initiatives introduced by the Haryana Government are serving as a model for other states. He said that along with the government schemes, Haryana Film Policy has been beautifully displayed in the Haryana Pavilion.

Highlighting the benefits of the new film policy, Sh Mishra said it would significantly support local artists and youth, while also providing a boost to the wider film industry. He appreciated Haryana’s efficient process for approving film shoots at key locations and lauded the policy’s provision of subsidies for producers and directors who choose to film in the state.

Also present on the occasion were Joint Director Sh Neeraj, Deputy Director Dr. Pawan, and other dignitaries.

From Patriots to Protectors: Mann Vows Drug-Free Punjab in Historic Pad Yatra at Chandigarh

Chandigarh, May 3:

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday said that like the national freedom struggle state will lead the country in making it free from scourge of drugs.

Addressing the gathering while participating in the pad Yatra against drugs, the Chief Minister said that Punjab had played  a key role in emancipating the country from the clutches of foreign imperialism. He said  that nationalists like Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha and others had steered the country to path of freedom. Bhagwant Singh Mann taking inspiration from them Punjab is today prepared towards making the country free from scourge of drugs.

The Chief Minister said that this land has produced generals, patriots and ace players who had inspired the youth to excel in the field of service of the country. He said that students participating in this spirited ‘Padyatra Against Drugs’ should take a firm pledge to eradicate the drug menace from society.  Emphasising crucial role if youth in building a drug-free Punjab, Bhagwant Singh Mann motivated children to become flag bearers in fight against drugs, stressing that this social evil must be nipped in the bud to ensure a brighter future. 

The Chief Minister urged students to immediately report any drug-related approach to parents or teachers and desist from glorification of drugs in pop culture. 

He also advised youngsters to draw inspiration from legends like Milkha Singh, Olympians Harmanpreet & Manpreet Singh (hockey) and cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur instead of singers promoting drugs through songs. He specifically pointed out that the Punjab Government has intensified its anti-drug campaign with strict enforcement, community engagement and youth awareness programs to dismantle the drug Supply chain and rehabilitate victims.

The Chief Minister said that state government has launched  ‘Yudh Nasheyan Virudh’ against the menace of drugs adding that unbounded energy of youth is being  channelized in positive direction. He said that it is imperative to save the generations of the state from scourge of drugs as Punjab has already suffered a huge loss of manpower due to this menace. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government has launched this campaign with active support of the common man so that the scourge of drugs can be wiped out from state.

The Chief Minister said that the state government will not sit idly and watch the smugglers bloom at the cost of the dead bodies and pyres of the drug victims. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government has already snapped the supply line of drugs and big fishes involved in this heinous crime have been put behind the bars. He said that for the first time the property of the drug smugglers acquired illegally are being destroyed/ confiscated by the state government so that it acts as a deterrent for others.

PUNJAB’S MANN GOVERNMENT SETS RECORD IN GST COLLECTION – HISTORIC COLLECTION OF RS 2654 CRORE IN April: HARPAL SINGH CHEEMA

Chandigarh, May 3

Highlighting state’s continued upward trajectory in fiscal health, Punjab Finance, Planning, Excise and Taxation Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema on Saturday announced that the state has registered highest-ever monthly Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection of Rs 2653.77 crore in April this year reflecting a significant 19.77 percent increase compared to the corresponding period last year, and jump of 30.84 percent over March 2025.

Revealing this in a press communiqué issued here, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that this robust growth underscores the effectiveness of the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab government’s economic policies and the increasing compliance among taxpayers. He said that the gross GST revenue collection for April 2025 marked an increase of Rs 438.07 crore when compared to the gross collection of Rs 2215.70 crore recorded in April 2024, and a substantial increase of Rs 625.63 crore over the gross GST collection of Rs 2028.14 crore in March 2025.

Expressing his satisfaction with this significant achievement, Finance Minister Cheema said that this remarkable surge in GST collection reflected the positive impact of state government’s proactive measures in streamlining tax administration, enhancing compliance, and fostering a conducive business environment.

The Finance Minister further emphasized that this substantial growth in revenue will provide a significant boost to the state’s exchequer, enabling the government to further invest in crucial sectors such as infrastructure development, education, healthcare, and social welfare programs. This increased financial capacity will empower the state to better serve its citizens and accelerate its overall progress, he added.

The Finance Minister also lauded the diligent efforts of the officers and officials of the Taxation department and the cooperation extended by the taxpayers in achieving this milestone. He reiterated the AAP-led state government’s commitment to maintaining a transparent and efficient tax system that promotes economic growth and ensures fair contributions from all stakeholders.

HARYANA SPREADING FALSE PROPAGANDA ON WATER ISSUE; WATER RESOURCES MINISTER GOYAL PRESENTED FACTUAL EVIDENCE

Chandigarh/Sri Muktsar Sahib, May 3:

Punjab Water Resources Minister Sh. Barinder Kumar Goyal today lambasted that Haryana is spreading misconceptions of the water sharing issue.

While addressing the media persons on the sideline of the function, Sh. Barinder Kumar Goyal disclosed all facts related to this matter, asserting that Punjab has not withheld anyone’s rightful share and will neither surrender its own rights nor bow to pressure from the Center or Haryana. He clarified that Punjab’s interests come first for the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led government and only Punjab has rights over its waters.

Elaborating on this issue with detailed facts, the Cabinet Minister informed that the water distribution from dams has been occurring according to stored volume for around 44 years. Haryana was allocated 2.987 MAF of water this year and has already utilized its allocated share. He said that Haryana has exceeded its target by using a total of 104 percent of its water allocation, mentioning that the Punjab government has been writing letters to Haryana since January about this matter and keeping the union government informed.

Sh. Goyal revealed that a letter was also written on March 17, 2025, warning Haryana that it was not using its share of water judiciously, which could lead to difficulties in the coming days. However, instead of improving its water management, Haryana consumed all its water allocation by March itself. He said that on March 31, Haryana requested for drinking water, indicating that it needed 1500 cusecs of water for its population of 2.8 crores, at a standard rate of 135 liters per person per day. It also requested 1149 cusecs for Delhi and cited additional needs for industry and even animals, totaling a demand of 4082 cusecs. Out of humanitarian consideration, the Punjab government began releasing 4000 cusecs of water for Haryana from April 4 to meet drinking water requirements, but now Haryana is demanding 8500 cusecs, which is impossible to provide.

Sh. Barinder Kumar Goyal said that Haryana argues previous governments had provided this water. The Water Resources Minister said that previous governments failed to protect Punjab’s water resources and Punjab wasn’t even utilizing its own share then. However, since Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led government took office, continuous efforts have been made to ensure water reaches Punjab’s fields. He said that within three years, we have ensured full water supply reaches the tail ends of canals. More than 16,000 water courses have been constructed and rejuvenated. Similarly, more than Rs.4550 crore have been spent on developing the canal infrastructure, while Rs.3264 crore are being spent this year. In this way, we are no longer letting Punjab’s water go to waste in other states and Punjab’s water is reaching state’s fields, which will increase farmers’ yields while also beginning to conserve groundwater. All these facts clearly showcase that Punjab neither infringes upon anyone’s rights nor relinquishes its own, he added.

Speaking on the issue, Agriculture Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian also said that Punjab does not have surplus water to give to anyone and will protect its rights at any cost.

Cabinet Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur also reiterated that Punjab’s water is exclusively for our state and the Center or Haryana will not be permitted to plunder it.

MLAs Prof. Baljinder Kaur, Jagdeep Singh Kaka Brar and Hardeep Singh Dimpy Dhillon were also present on this occasion.

“Empowered Woman is the Foundation of a empowered Society”: Dr. Baljit Kaur

Chandigarh, May 3:

The Punjab Government, under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, is consistently working towards empowering women, making them self-reliant and strengthening their role in society. Disclosing this, Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur said that the State Government has implemented a Free Bus Travel Scheme for women across Punjab. Under this scheme, during the years 2023-24 and 2024-25, women in the state availed over 13 crore free bus rides, benefitting immensely from this initiative.

Dr. Baljit Kaur added that this significant initiative by the Punjab Government has provided women easier access to education, employment, healthcare, and other essential services. This scheme has not only ensured convenient travel facilities for women but has also encouraged their personal freedom, dignity, and active participation in every sphere of life.

She further informed that prioritizing women’s safety, the State Government recently launched ‘Project Hifazat’, aimed at providing a safe and reliable environment for women. Alongside, a comprehensive plan has been prepared to establish Working Women Hostels across Punjab, offering safe and well-equipped accommodation facilities for working women, enabling them to lead a secure and stress-free professional and personal life.

Dr. Kaur emphasized that this scheme is liberating women from the burden of travel expenses, motivating them to explore better employment opportunities. It is playing a pivotal role in laying the foundation of an empowered and progressive society.

In conclusion, Dr. Baljit Kaur reiterated that Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Mann’s government remains fully committed to realizing the dream of a vibrant, prosperous, and capable Punjab.