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Haryana’s tableau to showcase divine view of prosperity, heritage, and development

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Chandigarh January 22

This year’s Republic Day celebrations will feature Haryana’s tableau on New Delhi’s Kartavya Path, showcasing a divine depiction of the state’s prosperity, heritage, and development. The tableau will highlight Haryana’s rich cultural heritage through the portrayal of the divine message of the Bhagavad Gita, delivered by Lord Shri Krishna to Arjuna in Kurukshetra. Additionally, it will offer a glimpse of a modern Haryana, a sports powerhouse, reflecting the state’s continuous development in technology and innovation, alongside the stellar achievements of its athletes.

 This information was shared by Sh K.M. Pandurang, Director General of the Department of Information, Public Relations, Languages and Culture Haryana, while presenting Haryana’s tableau to the media at the Rashtriya Rangshala Camp in New Delhi today. He explained that the front part of the tableau portrays Lord Krishna delivering the message of Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna before the Mahabharata war at the sacred Jyotisar Tirtha in Kurukshetra. This divine message, imparted by Lord Krishna to humanity through Arjuna, stands as a testament to Haryana’s enduring contribution to India’s spiritual and cultural heritage.

The middle section of the tableau features a craft cart inspired by the Surajkund Mela, showcasing Haryana’s rich art and handicrafts. Behind the craft cart, a ‘Haryanvi Tau’ is depicted working on a laptop, symbolizing how Haryana’s farmers are utilizing information technology to enhance their daily lives and farming practices. Through digital platforms like ‘Meri Fasal-Mera Byora,’ they access government schemes and check crop prices online. Nearby, two schoolgirls in uniform represent Haryana’s commitment to women empowerment and gender equality, reflecting the impact of programs like Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao.

Sh Pandurang said that the rear section of the tableau depicts a blend of skyscrapers, modernization, and urbanization in Gurugram. This part highlights how Haryana has emerged as a leading state in technology, innovation, and technical advancements. The modernization of Gurugram through the PPP model, along with its status as a leader in software exports, symbolizes the identity of a new and prosperous Haryana. In addition to technological progress, the state is also making its mark as a hub for startups and innovation.

He explained that the final section of the tableau features Olympian athletes from Haryana standing proudly on a skyscraper, symbolizing the state’s remarkable sports achievements. Haryana is renowned as a sports powerhouse, contributing more than 30 percent of India’s medals in international competitions, including the Olympics and Commonwealth Games, despite comprising only 2 percent of the nation’s population and 1.34 percent of its geographical area. This year, Haryana’s athletes won 16 Olympic and Paralympics medals, further solidifying its identity as a sports hub. This success is a direct result of the Haryana Government’s exemplary sports policy, the encouragement provided to athletes, and the relentless dedication of the state’s talented players. This section honors the hard work, dedication, and achievements of Haryana’s athletes, who bring pride and prestige to both the state and the nation. Through this tableau, Haryana has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to showcasing India’s new and developed form on Republic Day 2025.

Sh Pandurang informed that this is the fourth consecutive year that Haryana’s tableau will have the honor of being showcased on the Kartavya Path in New Delhi during the Republic Day celebrations. This year, the theme of Haryana’s tableau is ‘Samridh Haryana-Virasat Aur Vikas’ with its construction completed at the Rashtriya Rangshala Camp of the Ministry of Defense, Government of India. Previous Haryana tableau has successfully featured themes such as ‘Khelo Mai Number One – Haryana’ in 2022, ‘International Gita Mahotsav’ in 2023, and ‘Mera Parivar-Meri Pehchan’ in 2024.

 He stated that despite its small geographical area, Haryana has consistently been at the forefront of the country’s industrial, agricultural, sports, and various national and international business developments. The state has achieved numerous milestones, including the creation of infrastructure that contributes to realizing the vision of making India a ‘developed India.’

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Study underway on installing automatic systems on Haryana roads: Anil Vij

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Chandigarh, January 22

Haryana Transport and Energy Minister Sh. Anil Vij has said that a study is being done on installing automatic systems on the main roads of Haryana through which it will be known whether a particular vehicle is fit to run on the road or not. Apart from this, a survey of obsolete buses of Haryana is also being done. As natural resources like diesel and petrol are slowly depleting, the use of electric buses will be promoted in the state.

Sh. Vij was answering questions of mediapersons during his halt at Nangal Chaudhary today while returning after attending the meeting of Energy Ministers held in Jaipur yesterday. He said in the meeting, discussions and deliberations were held on promoting solar energy.

When asked on safe school vehicle rules being violated, the minister said recently action has been taken against a school in Kaithal by him. He called upon all school operators to work according to the rules related to school vehicles, otherwise action will be taken.

’Overloading of vehicles a concern’

Responding to a question on the problem of overloading of vehicles in the mining sector, Sh. Vij said, “It is true that overloading damages roads, people lose their lives, and this leads to theft and corruption. Recently, there was a meeting of all transport ministers of the country in Delhi, in which an idea came up that a gadget will be installed to monitor the weight of the vehicle. Everyone is concerned about overloading of vehicles.”

Sh. Vij said, “Recently a meeting was taken by Union Road and Transport Minister Sh. Nitin Gadkari. During that meeting, I told officials of the Transport Corporation that since you have such a big association, you should set rules for yourself on not driving overloaded vehicles and the duty hours of the staff should also be fixed. The Transport Corporation should make some system on its own, otherwise if the government makes it, it will strictly implement it.”

Approval given to purchase 550 buses: Vij

Responding to a question regarding the purchase of buses in the Haryana Roadways, he said, “Recently, approval was given in the High Power Purchase Committee meeting to purchase 550 buses. Apart from this, a survey of obsolete buses of Haryana is also being conducted.” On a question regarding electric buses, he said at present, electric buses are only available in cities but we want to promote electric buses because the natural resources like diesel and petrol are depleting.

’Vehicles without permit and number plates will not be allowed to run’

The minister said vehicles without permit and without number plates will not be allowed to run in Haryana and in this regard, he has issued necessary instructions. He has also called a meeting of all RTOs to discuss this issue.

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Mobile laboratories for water & soil testing to be started for farmers: Shyam Singh Rana

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Chandigarh, January 22

Haryana’s Fisheries and Animal Husbandry Minister Sh. Shyam Singh Rana said keeping in view the convenience of fish farmers, the state government has decided to start three mobile water testing laboratories. This laboratory will be in a van and will go to the farmers and test the water and soil quality of their ponds.

While giving this information today, Sh. Rana said due to saline water in some places in the state, farming has become difficult there, due to which it has become impossible for farmers to get produce from their land. In view of this problem, farmers are being encouraged to rear prawns in saline water. This will not only make good use of their land, it will also give them a good income from prawn farming.

He said financial assistance is also being given to farmers for fish farming. During the year 2024-25, under the scheme sponsored by the State Government, financial assistance of Rs 254.29 lakh was provided to the Scheduled Caste families for fisheries alone. During the year 2024-25, about 1750 shrimp/fish farmers have also been insured under the Group Accident Insurance Scheme.

The Fisheries Minister further informed that the data of about 5567 fish/shrimp farmers has been uploaded on the National Fisheries Digital Platform portal by the Fisheries Department.

He said through the three mobile water testing laboratories, the soil and water will be tested by visiting farmers’ ponds. Approval to purchase these vans has been received from the Chief Minister, and soon after purchasing them, the work of testing water and soil will be started.

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Diamond Jubilee Jamboree of Bharat Scouts and Guides to begin from January 28

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Chandigarh, January 22

The Diamond Jubilee Jamboree of Bharat Scouts and Guides will be held from January 28 to February 3, 2025 in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu.

This programme is a major part of the year-long events celebrating 75 glorious years of Bharat Scouts and Guides. About 20,000 Scouts and Guides from across the country as well as 1,000 international participants from the Asia-Pacific region and other countries will participate in it.

Giving information, Chief National Commissioner, Bharat Scouts and Guides and State Chief Commissioner, Haryana, Dr. KK Khandelwal, IAS (Retd) said this organization is a major national movement dedicated to youth empowerment and community service. The event, themed ‘Sashakt Yuva, Viksit Bharat’, aims to celebrate youth empowerment, cultural exchange, and leadership development under the timeless ethos of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’—the world is one family. He informed that 875 Scouts and Guides from Haryana will participate in this Jamboree.

Dr. K.K. Khandelwal said he presented his latest book ‘Organizing Scouts and Guides Jamboree’ to the President. The book encapsulates best practices and organizational strategies for large-scale gatherings, further enriching the tradition of knowledge-sharing within the Bharat Scouts and Guides. He also requested the President to grace the event as the Chief Guest.

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Haryana State Data Centre to undergo planned downtime for 2 days

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Chandigarh, January 22

The Haryana State Data Centre (HSDC) will undergo a planned downtime from 12.01 am on January 25 (Saturday) to 11.59 pm on January 26 (Sunday) as part of its ongoing efforts to upgrade and maintain its IT infrastructure.

A spokesperson of the Citizen Resources Information Department said during this period, citizens may experience temporary disruptions to certain online services, including Saral Services, PPP related services, Aadhaar authentication services etc. These online services will remain affected and shall not be accessible directly or through Common Service Centres (CSC) from 12:01 am on January 25 to 11:59 pm on January 26. The team will work diligently to minimize the impact and ensure that all services will be restored as soon as possible.

The department said it apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciates the understanding of the users as it works to improve its systems.

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Fortis Mohali holds Cervical Cancer Awareness Initiative for School Children

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Chandigarh, January 21

Fortis Hospital Mohali, today organised the grand finale of ‘Illustrate to Eliminate’, a cervical cancer awareness initiative at the Rose Garden Underpass, Sector 17. As part of this initiative, Fortis Hospital Mohali organised a poster-making and slogan-writing competition for students across the Tricity schools. The winning artworks have been exhibited at the Rose Garden Underpass in Chandigarh from January 21st to 26th, 2025.

The winners in different categories were; Mannan Kaur Cheema of Sacred Heart Senior Secondary School, Chandigarh in Poster Making (Class 9 and above); Nehmat of Shemrock Senior Secondary School, Mohali in Poster Making (Class 7 and 8); Nikita of DAV Mohali in Slogan Writing Competition.

As January is being observed as the Cervical Cancer Awareness month across the world, to mark the same, Fortis Hospital Mohali conducted the awareness drive to educate people about the importance of timely HPV Vaccination and regular screening to prevent Cervical Cancer in women.

An awareness session led by Dr Shweta Tahlan, Consultant, Gynae Onco-Surgery, Fortis Hospital Mohali, was also organized in the Amphitheatre during which all the winners and participants were felicitated.

Emphasizing on early detection of cervical cancer, Dr Tahlan, said, “Every woman should be careful enough to notice any unusual changes in her body and seek a consult immediately. Early stage of cervical cancer may not produce any symptoms. However, symptoms may include postcoital or intermenstrual vaginal bleeding, irregular periods, postmenopausal bleeding, persistent or foul-smelling vaginal discharge and pelvic pain. Early cervical cancer can be treated through surgery alone, and one may avoid undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Imaging such as CT scan, MRI or PET-CT as per requirement, besides tissue biopsy is done while managing a patient with cancer.

Dr Tahlan further highlighted the importance of HPV vaccination in beating cervical cancer. “The ideal age for vaccination of girls is 9-14 years of age, though the catch-up vaccination can be done till 26 years of age. Vaccination done in childhood or adolescence helps to prevent against cervical cancer in later years of life.”  Cervical cancer is a preventable cancer. Doing both things together – HPV vaccination for young girls and cervical screening for every woman above 25-30 years – can prevent majority of cervical cancers. Together we should work on its elimination on goals given by WHO, she added.


About Fortis Healthcare

Fortis Healthcare Limited – an IHH Healthcare Berhad Company – is a leading integrated healthcare services provider in India. It is one of the largest healthcare organizations in the country with 27 healthcare facilities (including projects under development), 4100 operational beds and over 419 diagnostics centres (including JVs). Fortis is present in India, United Arab Emirates (UAE) & Sri Lanka. The Company is listed on the BSE Ltd and National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India. It draws strength from its partnership with global major and parent company, IHH, to build upon its culture of world-class patient care and superlative clinical excellence. Fortis employs 23,000 people (including SRL) who share its vision of becoming the world’s most trusted healthcare network. Fortis offers a full spectrum of integrated healthcare services ranging from clinics to quaternary care facilities and a wide range of ancillary services.

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92,885 migratory birds of 85 species spotted in Himachal’s Pong wetlands

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Pong Dam: A total of 92,885 migratory birds of 85 species have already been observed in Pong, one the largest man-made wetlands in the foothills of the Himalayas in the picturesque Kangra Valley in Himachal Pradesh, and their number would increase in the next few weeks.

This came to light during the visit of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu at the Pong Dam in Kangra district.

The Chief Minister was informed that the number of migratory birds visiting Pong Dam this year has risen significantly. As of December 2024, a total of 92,885 migratory birds have visited and the count is expected to cross one lakh by the end of this month.

In comparison, 85,000 birds visited the dam from October to January the previous year. On an average, 100 species of migratory birds visit Pong Dam annually.

In this season 85 species have already been observed, an official statement said.

Flying thousands of km from their native habitat in high-altitude lakes in Central Asia to avoid the extreme winter chill, the elegant shaped bar-headed geese, an endangered migratory bird species, regularly descend on India.

The Pong Dam wetlands have emerged as their preferred wintering ground. Besides doing bird watching, Sukhu along with his Cabinet colleagues visited ancient temples at Bathu-Ki-Lari, located on one of the islands of Pong wetlands.

The Chief Minister said this area has immense potential for tourism and the government is making significant efforts to promote tourism in the region.

The Pong wetlands, some 250 km from Himachal Pradesh’s capital Shimla, and 190 km from Chandigarh, are home to many native birds like the red jungle fowl, large Indian parakeet, Indian cuckoo, bank mynah, wood shrike, yellow-eyed babbler, black ibis, paradise flycatcher, crested lark and the crested bunting.

Sukhu said migratory birds from Siberia and Mongolia flock to the Pong Dam, attracting visitors from across the country.

He directed the Forest Department to ensure the safety of these birds. For the convenience of tourists, two boats have already been deployed and two more speed boats would soon be added to facilitate the visitors.

Additionally, basic facilities for tourists would be developed in the area. The Chief Minister said the government’s initiatives have led to an increase in tourist footfall in the region, with nearly 30,000 tourists visiting the area last year.

“Efforts are underway to introduce water sports activities at the Regional Water Centre (near the Pong Dam barrage) to boost tourism in the area,” he said.

He said in Basa under the Jawali Assembly constituency a Wildlife Interpretation Centre has been established at a cost of Rs 3.20 crore to provide educational resource material. He said this centre aims to create awareness about the importance of conservation and the remarkable migratory patterns of these birds.

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Haryana Sets Timeframe for Issuing Temporary and New Electricity Connections

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Chandigarh, January 20:

The Haryana government has set the time limit for issuing temporary connections, new connections, or additional load under the Right to Service Act, 2014 for LT supply, excluding the Agriculture Pumping (AP) category.

Chief Secretary Dr. Vivek Joshi has issued a notification to this effect.

Now, temporary connections, new connections, or additional load will be issued within 3 days in metropolitan areas, 7 days in other municipal areas, and 15 days in rural areas from the receipt of complete applications, fees, and documents.

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Old vehicles to be scrapped and recycled in Haryana: Rao Narbir Singh

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Chandigarh, January 20:

Haryana government has notified the Vehicle Scrappage and Recycling Facility Incentive Policy 2024 registered in the state. The initiative will enable proper disposal and recycling of old vehicles while promoting environmental sustainability through reduction of pollution.

Sharing more details in this regard Industries and Commerce Minister, Rao Narbir Singh said that after the NGT fixed the passing limit period of 10 years for old diesel vehicles and 15 years for petrol vehicles in the National Capital Region (NCR), the number of condemned vehicles is continuously increasing and in view of this, the Haryana government has taken this decision.

He emphasised that this initiative of the government will enable vehicle parts, recycling and reuse, contributing to both environmental protection and economic growth. Vehicle owners will also get financial benefits, and the public will get relief from parking condemned vehicles on roads, streets and other public places, said the Minister.

The Industries and Commerce Minister said that the state government plans to implement the policy as an industrial scheme, offering capital subsidies or state GST reimbursement to new industrial units. Under the policy, the Department of Industries and Commerce will develop a 10-year land leasing module through the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC), he added.

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Haryana CM announces establishment of Horticulture College and Hockey AstroTurf in Naraingarh

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Chandigarh:

In a major boost to education and sports infrastructure in the region, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, on Monday, announced the establishment of a Horticulture College and Hockey Astroturf in stadium in the Naraingarh Assembly constituency. The college will be affiliated with Maharana Pratap Horticulture University, Karnal, and is expected to provide world-class education and research opportunities in the field of horticulture to the youth of the region. Announcing the installation of a Hockey Astroturf at Badagarh stadium, he also stated that high-mast lights will be installed to ensure hockey players can continue their practice sessions even after evening.

The Chief Minister made these announcements while addressing a public meeting at Naraingarh Assembly constituency today. 

Furthermore, the Chief Minister announced that the state government will review the physical report of ‘Naraian Talab’ and submit it to the Pond Authority to ensure its renovation and restoration. He also declared the four-laning of the road from Patarheri to Shahzadpur – Naraingarh. To improve local infrastructure, the CM allocated Rs 10 crore for the repair and renovation of PWD roads in the constituency. An additional Rs 5 crore was announced for the repair of roads under the Marketing Board. In addition, he also announced Rs 5 crore for the development of villages within the Naraingarh Assembly constituency. He highlighted that community centers have already been constructed in around 45 villages and assured that similar facilities will be provided gradually in the remaining villages.

Cooperative sugarmill to be set up soon in Naraingarh to benefit farmers

The Chief Minister said that the state government had already announced the establishment of a cooperative sugar mill in Naraingarh. Acknowledging the challenges faced by farmers, he said that the government has actively discussing their issue and formed a committee under the chairmanship of the Chief Secretary. The Chief Secretary is personally overseeing the issue, and three meetings have already been held in this regard. The Chief Minister said that either the existing mill will be established as a cooperative sugar mill, or an alternative cooperative mill will be set up. This decision will be implemented soon to ensure that the farmers of Naraingarh and surrounding areas do not face any further difficulties.

On this occasion, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 10 development projects in the Naraingarh Assembly constituency, with a total cost of Rs 43.28 crore. Of these, 7 projects worth Rs 22.23 crore were inaugurated, and the foundation stone for 3 projects worth Rs 21.05 crore was laid. The inaugurated projects include the construction of several new link roads, as well as the widening and renovation of existing roads. In addition, the Regional Horticulture Research Centre in Chandsoli, under Maharana Pratap Horticulture University, Karnal, was also inaugurated. The Chief Minister also laid the foundation stone for the construction of a new bus stand, the renovation of the workshop, the laying of drinking water pipelines in new colonies of Naraingarh, and the strengthening of the drinking water distribution system.

Possession and documents of 100 square yard plots to be handover soon to one lakh eligible beneficiaries

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that, in the first phase, he would soon hand over the possession and documents of 100 square yard plots to one lakh eligible beneficiaries. In addition, Apart from this, under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin, the government will transfer funds directly into the bank accounts of approximately 77,000 eligible beneficiaries within this year. He further stated that officers have been instructed to conduct a survey to identify those who were previously left out, ensuring that all eligible families receive their houses under the scheme.

Rs 770 crore spent for development of Naraingarh assembly in last 10 years

Listing the development works carried out over the past decade in the Naraingarh Assembly constituency, the Chief Minister said that the present government is ensuring all-round development of the state in alignment with Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s vision of Sabka Sath-Sabka Vikas and the spirit of Haryana Ek-Haryanvi Ek. He highlighted that approximately Rs 770 crore have been invested in the expansion of road infrastructure, educational institutions, sports facilities, establishment of PHCs and CHCs, upgradation of the civil hospital, construction of power substations, and the construction and renovation of bridges over rivers in Naraingarh over the last 10 years.

24 Crops being purchased at MSP in Haryana

Chief Minister said that all 24 crops are now being procured at Minimum Support Price (MSP) in the state. He also said that Rs 1,25,000 crore have been transferred to the bank accounts of 12 lakh farmers for crop purchases so far. Acknowledging the hardships faced by farmers due to inadequate rainfall during the Kharif season, the state government provided about Rs 1,000 crore as a bonus of Rs 2,000 per acre to support them.

Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that in a significant step, the government has also abolished the abiana system, which had been in place since British times. The Chief Minister further highlighted various other initiatives aimed at benefiting farmers, youth, kidney patients, senior citizens, women, and people from Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Backward Classes (BCs).

MLA Smt Shalley Choudhary, former Minister Sh. Assem  Goyal, former MLA Dr. Pawan Saini and Smt. Santosh Sarwan, BJP district President Sh Mandeep Singh Rana, Chairman Sh. Dharambir Mirzapur and other dignitaries were also present on this occasion.