CHANDIGARH, April 2:

          In a significant move to prevent document fraud and enhance security as per the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police has launched a QR code-based authentication system for Police Clearance Certificates (PCCs). The initiative aims to provide a secure and reliable method for verifying the authenticity of PCCs, which are often required for employment, visas, and other official purposes.

          Divulging details, Special Director General of Police (Special DGP) Community Affairs Division said that under the new system, each Police Clearance Certificate issued will feature a unique QR code. When scanned, this code will direct users to a secure online copy of the certificate, hosted on official Punjab Police servers (https://certificate.ppsaanjh.in), enabling instant and accurate authentication. This added layer of security eliminates the risk of counterfeit PCCs, ensuring that only legitimate certificates are recognised by employers and authorities.

          The police have also issued a cautionary note, advising users to verify that official website (https://certificate.ppsaanjh.in) is connected for downloading the PCC upon scanning the QR code.

Chandigarh, April 2 – Haryana Excise and Taxation Department has achieved a significant milestone in revenue collection for the Financial Year 2024-25, surpassing its budget target. Against the allocated target of Rs 61,950 Crore, the Department successfully collected Rs 63,371 Crore, achieving 102.3% of the set target.

Sharing the information here today, an official spokesperson informed that SGST collections reached Rs 39,153 Crore, exceeding the budget target of Rs 37,500 Crore and registering an impressive 13.77% growth over the previous year (excluding cess). Similarly, Excise Duty collections stood at Rs 12,701 Crore, surpassing the budget target of Rs 12,650 Crore and marking a 12% increase from the previous year.

Meanwhile, VAT and CST collections amounted to Rs 11,517 Cr, reflecting a 1.6% increase over last year’s figures. This outstanding performance in revenue generation underscores the department’s commitment to efficient tax administration, policy reforms, and economic growth, he added.

Chandigarh, April 2 – Haryana Public Health Engineering and Public Works Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa said the department has made a special plan for the repair of Haryana’s roads. Special action will be taken on this issue in the next 6 months and along with this, the network of roads in the state will be strengthened so that the public can travel better and easier.

While talking to the media, Sh. Ranbir Gangwa said an action plan has been made to repair about 6300 km of roads under the Public Works Department (PWD). The work will be done through special tenders.

It is noteworthy that during the budget session, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini had announced in the House that within the next 6 months, all the roads will be repaired as per the requirement. Sh. Gangwa gave instructions to the department officials to prepare a special plan to implement the Chief Minister’s announcement on the ground.

He said the government is working keeping in mind the convenience of the general public and the department is trying to provide better and high quality roads to commuters. Special instructions have been given to department officials that there will be no compromise on quality. Regarding the preparations to be made for drinking water in the summer season, he said all arrangements have been completed for this, and instructions have also been given to the officials of the concerned department to make alternative arrangements.

Sh. Gangwa said a triple engine government is working in the state under the leadership of the Chief Minister and the government’s effort is to make such schemes which benefit the public.

Important decisions taken in meeting of High Powered Purchase Committee

A meeting of the High Powered Purchase Committee for Public Health Engineering Department was held at the Chandigarh Secretariat on Wednesday. Three agendas were placed in the meeting of the Departmental High Powered Purchase Committee (DHPPC) chaired by Sh. Ranbir Gangwa and Education Minister Sh. Mahipal Dhanda.

During the meeting, the committee interacted with the companies involved in the process regarding the purchase of bleaching powder, poly aluminum chloride and stainless steel skin. During this, two agendas worth Rs 4.41 crore for poly aluminum chloride and stainless steel skin were approved. Sh. Ranbir Gangwa said the objective of the government is that the public should get high quality facilities.

Chandigarh, April 2:  Deputy Speaker of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha, Dr. Krishan Lal Middha, expressed his gratitude to all the representatives of the organization for organizing the Haryana Yuva Samvad 2025 program in the Haryana Vidhan Sabha. He also appreciated the Rajdhani Yuva Sansad for selecting Haryana as the host state for this program.

In his address after inaugurating the two-day Haryana Yuva Samvad, Dr. Middha expressed that it is a matter of great fortune for him, as the Deputy Speaker of Haryana Vidhan Sabha, to have the opportunity to engage with the talented youth selected from all corners of the country in this August house. He emphasized that this platform is not only a space for discussion but also a laboratory for shaping future policies. Dr. Middha further highlighted that the venue of this conference is not just an ordinary platform but a confluence of the Constitution, dialogue, and sensitivity—a place where the vision for building the future of the state is conceived and brought to fruition.

He mentioned that more than 60 youths, selected through three phases, are participating in the Haryana Yuva Samvad. These young participants will not only share their views but also offer insights into the direction society should take and express what the youth envision for the future. This platform will provide an opportunity to hear their perspectives.

Dr. Middha expressed happiness that two important topics have been chosen for discussion—Development and Expansion in Haryana through digital medium and Women Empowerment in Haryana. He emphasized that when we talk about a digital Haryana, we must recognize an important point: for the world to change, not only must we embrace technology, but our way of thinking must also evolve. He further stated that today’s India is a young India, with enthusiastic youth eager to make a difference. He pointed out that if we reverse the word youth (Yuva), it becomes air (Vayu), and as we all know, air moves swiftly.

He stated that the youth must aim to become job creators, not just job seekers. Dr. Middha emphasized that the 21st century is defined by our approach to technology. Today, farmers are able to test the soil of their fields online, students in remote villages can study online from world-renowned universities, and women entrepreneurs are managing their businesses through apps. He pointed out that we now need technical, digital, and administrative skills, as well as policies that are inclusive, equitable, and visionary. A new form of Haryana will emerge from the balance of these elements. He further added that social media should be used as a tool for solving societal problems, not creating fear. This vision of a digital Haryana can become a reality if youth like those present on this platform become the carriers of this change.

Dr. Middha highlighted that the second topic of the Haryana Samvad, Women Empowerment in Haryana, is a very important and specific subject. He stressed that when we talk about women empowerment, we must remember that when women are given opportunities, it empowers not just the home but the entire nation. He further stated that the progress of a nation is not possible unless its women are educated, safe, and empowered. Dr. Middha emphasized that while laws are important, what we truly need is a mental revolution to bring about meaningful change.

Congress MLA Smt Geeta Bhukkal, who was the key speaker in the Haryana Yuva Samvad program, said that youth is the bright future of the country. There was a time when literacy mission was run to increase literacy and knowledge.  Today we are in the era of e-governance. She said that the National Education Policy 2020 is being implemented. She said that today the subject matter is available in the form of e-content. We should stay updated with it, she added.

Chandigarh, April 2

Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao met Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi in New Delhi today and discussed health projects in Haryana. Union Minister of State for Statistics and Program Implementation, Planning and Corporate Affairs Sh. Rao Inderjit Singh was also present on the occasion.

Arti Singh Rao said she took blessings from Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and requested for cooperation in increasing health facilities in the state. She informed the Prime Minister that in the year 2015, when he started the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign from Panipat, at that time the sex ratio in Haryana was only 871 girls as compared to 1000 boys, but thanks to the Prime Minister’s call and the efforts of the Haryana Government, now this sex ratio has reached 910. Now, the state government is making dedicated efforts to equalize this ratio. Later, while talking to the media, Arti Singh Rao expressed happiness over the inclusion of women in the new Waqf Board by the Central Government by making a law and said that this will ensure the protection of women’s rights. She said the matter of Waqf is not related to religion but to the protection of property, and the participation of people from the poor section and women will help in taking welfare measures in the interest of Muslim brothers and sisters.

The Health Minister described Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi as the most popular leader of the world and said the Prime Minister cares for every section of the country. He has freed the sisters of the Muslim society from the black law of triple talaq. She said the Prime Minister is the biggest well-wisher of women and the poor sections.

Chandigarh, April 2 – Haryana Cabinet Minister Sh. Vipul Goel said the state government is fully committed to the development of cities and development works will be done at a faster pace in the coming time.

Sh. Vipul Goel today chaired a joint meeting of all the newly elected councillors of Faridabad, Municipal Corporation officials and senior officials of the Electricity Department.

Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Sh. Rajesh Nagar was also present in this meeting.

The objective of this meeting was to establish better coordination between all the departments and public representatives so that development works of the wards can be conducted smoothly and high-quality facilities can be provided to the citizens of Faridabad.

Sh. Vipul Goel directed the officials of the Municipal Corporation and Electricity Department to work in coordination with all the councillors and not keep any development project pending unnecessarily. He also directed the officials that whatever development work is currently going on, it should be completed within the stipulated time frame. If there is unnecessary delay in any work, it will be considered as negligence of the concerned officer and appropriate action will be taken against him.

Priority on preventing waterlogging

The Cabinet Minister clarified that the drainage system should be repaired in time so that people do not face any kind of inconvenience during the rainy season. In this context, he directed the Municipal Corporation officials to start the work of cleaning drains and sewer lines with immediate effect and monitor it regularly.

He also reviewed water supply, sanitation system, health services and other basic facilities and directed all the concerned departments to work together so that citizens can get better services. 

Instructions to electricity department

The minister instructed the officials of the Electricity Department to make all the necessary preparations before the upcoming summer and monsoon so that quick solution can be found in any emergency situation.

He said all the necessary equipment should be kept available in repair storage and an action plan should be prepared to maintain smooth power supply system. He also directed that in case of any technical fault, action should be taken as soon as possible so that citizens do not face any problem.