IEP Chandigarh, January 26

Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal hoisted the flag on the occasion of the 75th Republic Day celebrations held in Karnal district today. On this occasion, he announced that under the Mukhya Mantri Shehri Awas Yojana, a portal will be opened from February 1, 2024, for the allocation of plots measuring 30 square yards in 11 cities under this scheme. Applicants can participate by depositing a nominal amount and avail loans from banks, along with assistance from the central and state governments, to build their homes on these plots.

        He said that the state government initiated this scheme to provide roofs over the heads of the poor and needy. Through advertisements, applications were invited for plots or flats under this scheme. So far, 1 lakh people have applied under this scheme.

        Sh. Manohar Lal also announced that statues of Dr. Mangal Sen and Kalpana Chawla will be installed in Dr. Mangal Sen Auditorium in Karnal and Kalpana Chawla Medical College in Karnal, respectively.

        Sh. Manohar Lal paid tributes to martyrs at the War Memorial and inspected the parade of contingents.

‘Atal’ canteens will be opened in 15 more Mandis, announces CM

        The Chief Minister further announced that ‘Atal canteens’ are being operated in 25 Mandis of the state to provide nutritious food at affordable rates to the poor and farmers. Starting from February 1, 2024,  such canteens will be opened in 15 more Mandis, and all 40 Mandis will now operate throughout the year instead of just five months, he announced.

Power bills will be issued every month in four districts from February 1 as a pilot project, CM

        Sh. Manohar Lal announced that there was a demand from the people to receive electricity bills every month instead of every two months. For this, as a pilot project in the first phase, monthly bills will be issued from February 1, 2024, in four districts, namely Hisar, Mahendragarh, Karnal, and Panchkula. Initially, Nigam workers will go for meter readings, and later consumers will send meter readings through a mobile application, bringing improvements and benefits to the system, said the Chief Minister.

        CM paid homage to the freedom fighters who participated in the country’s independence and sacrificed their lives in the wars of 1962, 1965, 1971, and Kargil War

         The Chief Minister paid homage to the freedom fighters who participated in the country’s independence and to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the wars of 1962, 1965, 1971, and Kargil. He expressed his gratitude to the scientists, farmers, labourers, and the people of the country who, after independence, together made India a significant power in the world.

        He further asserted that though the constitution was implemented in 1950, it took years for the people to truly feel the essence of this republic. He said that it is the governance of the people, by the people, and for the people. Despite these principles being spoken of, for nearly 60 years after the country’s independence, people did not experience the benefits of the republic. Instead, one family kept the governance system stuck. The dominance of that family, established during the emergency period of 1975-1977, when atrocities occurred, awakened the people. It was during this time that people, for the first time, changed the governance system, said the Chief Minister.

India under the dynamic leadership of Prime  Minister, Narendra Modi is making consistent strides towards progress

        Sh. Manohar Lal said that under the dynamic leadership of the Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi,  India is making consistent strides towards progress and development.  Especially in the field of agriculture, the farmers of Haryana and Punjab in northern India have demonstrated their commitment to providing sustenance for the people. The country is witnessing the development of advanced technology, and through missions like Chandrayaan-3 to the southern pole of the moon and Aditya-L1 to the sun, India has expanded its reach even beyond.

         The Chief Minister said that in the past 10 years, several steps have been taken to strengthen the unity and integrity of the country. Article 370 and 35-A were abolished to make Kashmir an integral part of the country. Surgical strikes were conducted, the triple talaq law was abolished, and the citizenship amendment law was implemented. He stated that today, our country stands among the developing nations. Currently, 37 countries in the world fall under the category of developed nations. With the determination to make India a developed nation by the year 2047, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi initiated the Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Yatra from November 15, 2023, to January 25, 2024. During this Yatra, people in all villages and wards of cities were provided the opportunity to benefit from the central and state government’s schemes through ‘Modi ki guarantee ki Gadi’, said  Sh. Manohar Lal.

        He said that India has now become the world’s fifth-largest economy and, according to the upcoming figures in 2024, is set to become the third-largest economy, surpassing Japan and Germany. He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi for this achievement.

Haryana is  significantly contributing to the progress of the country, From investment to innovation, Haryana is progressing in every sector, CM

        The Chief Minister said that Haryana is significantly contributing to the progress of the country. In the past 9 years, the state government has implemented various schemes, arrangements, and administrative reforms, which other states in the country are now following.

         The Chief Minister said that from investment to innovation, Haryana is progressing in every sector. He said that the State has achieved top positions in the ease of doing business. In terms of MSMEs, Haryana ranks third in the country, and it holds the second position in food storage facilities. Haryana is the only state in the country with a literate panchayat. Medal-winning players receive an amount of Rs . 6 crores, which is the highest in the country. Haryana is the only state in the country that provides a social security pension of Rs. 3000. With a per capita income of Rs. 2,96,685, Haryana has the highest per capita income among the major states in the country. Haryana contributes 4 percent to the country’s GDP, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

        He said that a college has been established every 20 kilometres, and 5 lakh free tablets have been provided to students in government schools to promote digital education. Regular schools have been transformed into Model Sanskriti schools, and currently, 500 Model Sanskriti schools are operating in the state, with the number increasing each year, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

        He said that in 2014, the state had 6 medical colleges. The government announced the establishment of a medical college in each district, and so far, 15 medical colleges have been established, with 11 more under construction or land acquired. This will bring the total number of medical colleges to 26, and the number of MBBS seats will increase from 750 in 2014 to 3500. Under the Chirayu-Ayushman scheme, more than 1 crore Ayushman cards have been issued, and health check-ups are being conducted under the Nirogi Haryana Yojana, said the Chief Minister.

         Highlighting the steps taken by the state government for women’s safety, the Chief Minister said that the number of women in Haryana police is increasing, with 33 women police stations currently operational. To control cybercrime, 29 cyber police stations have been established. Through Dial-112, assistance reaches individuals within 7 to 8 minutes in case of any emergency. Additionally, strict action is being taken against drug traffickers, with 1300 drug traffickers sent behind bars, he said.

State Government is consistently working towards providing employment opportunities for the youth, CM

        The Chief Minister said that the state government is consistently working towards providing employment opportunities for the youth. Over the past 9 years, 110,000  government jobs have been provided, and the recruitment process for 60,000 Group C and D positions is currently underway. Additionally, a separate recruitment mission is being conducted for 60,000 positions through the Haryana Kaushal Rojgar Nigam, both in the private sector and abroad including Kisan Mitra, Van Mitra etc.

        He also emphasized the importance of people’s participation in democracy and ensuring services at their doorsteps. He said that the state government has provided autonomy to panchayats, initiated e-tendering, and ensured direct payment of compensation and crop procurement money to farmers’ accounts. The government has provided freedom to the people from the age-old tradition of ‘Daftar, Darkhwast aur Dastavez’, said the Chief Minister.

This time State’s Tableau gave a glimpse of  the state government’s ambitious scheme Mera Parivar Meri Pehchan

         The Chief Minister said that the state government has achieved great success at the national level by getting the State’s tableau selected for the Republic Day Parade for three consecutive years. In the year 2022, Haryana through its tableau highlighted the achievements of the talented players of the state, while in the year 2023, the world got a glimpse of International Gita Mahotsav through the State’s tableau. Similarly, on January 26, 2024, the Haryana Government’s ambitious scheme ‘Mera Parivar Meri Pehchan’ was introduced to the country narrating that in a small state like Haryana, the benefits of government schemes are being extended to the common people sitting at home through digital medium.

In Haryana, since 2014, governance has been provided according to the vision of ‘Ram Rajya’, CM

        Sh. Manohar Lal said that on January 22, 2024, the Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi inaugurated the much-awaited Lord Shri Rama’s temple in Ayodhya, bringing the entire nation painted ‘Ramaya’, with the name of Lord Rama inscribed in everyone’s heart and mind and the vision of ‘Ram Rajya’ began to turn into reality. In Haryana, since 2014, governance has been provided according to the vision of ‘Ram Rajya’, striving to provide facilities to the public. He said that the principle of Lord Shri Rama is that promises should be fulfilled even at the cost of life, and following this principle, the present state government has always fulfilled their promises, he said.

        Meanwhile, on this occasion, the Chief Minister congratulated and extended best wishes to four Haryana citizens – artist Mahavir Guddu, social worker Gurvinder Singh, agricultural scientists Hari Om, and Shri Ram – for being honoured with the Padma Shri. He appealed to the citizens, urging them to become partners in Haryana’s progress and to create an atmosphere of goodwill, development, harmony, and tolerance, making their lives prosperous, happy, and secure.

        On this occasion, children presented a cultural program and the Chief Minister honored the family members of the freedom fighters and people who have done remarkable work in various fields.

IEP Chandigarh

Chandigarh Administration celebrated the 75th Republic Day with full patriotic fervor at Parade Ground, Chandigarh today. The Adviser to Administrator Chandigarh Sh. Nitin Kumar Yadav was the chief guest on the occasion. 

 The celebrations began with the hoisting of National Flag by the Adviser to the Administrator which was followed by the inspection of the Guard of Honour. The March Past by various contingents of Police and NCC Cadets instilled the spirit of patriotism among those present at the venue. The Republic day parade also saw a colourful display of tableaux from different departments including Education department, Civil Defence, Science and Technology and Municipal Corporation, emphasizing on social messages and development. The cultural performances by students from different schools, colleges and GRIID of Chandigarh was another highlight of the celebrations. 

 Sh. Nitin Yadav addressed the audience by recalling the struggles and sacrifices of our freedom fighters who fought for the independence and sovereignty of our country. He re-emphasised the significance of 26th January as the citizens got the Constitution on this date in 1950. “Be it technological adaptations in education or latest scientific techniques in solid waste management, our teams are creating new milestones in development of the city. Due to various steps taken to improve the standard of living, the city has come in top 11 in the country and next year will come in top 5. We have also initiated the process of recruitment of 1100 teachers which will raise the standards of education to yet another level” said the Adviser. Sh. Nitin Yadav, in his speech, paid tribute to Tribute to Late Shri Santokh Singh, Senior Photo Journalist, Rozana Spokesman for his contribution in the field of media. He lauded the leaders and institutions who could forsee India as one of the strongest democracies in the world. He reiterated that the ‘City Beautiful Chandigarh’ is a symbol of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshth Bharat’ owing to its beautiful amalgamation of heritage and modern developments. Sh. Yadav said that the the administration reached every nook and corner of the city through ‘Viksit Bharat Yatra’ under the aegis of our Hon’ble Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, so that as to benefit every citizen with the schemes provided by Government of India. The Adviser expressed his gratitude to the Administrator, Chandigarh, Sh.Banwarilal Purohit for generously leading Chandigarh to the roadmap of success and growth. He also thanked the Secretaries, Head of Departments, Boards, Municipal Corporation, DGP and Mayor for working tirelessly for the city.

 Commendation certificates were awarded to 27 employees of the Chandigarh Administration and general public for rendering outstanding services in the field of Public services, Art and Culture, Social Services and Sports. Two Police personnel were also conferred President’s Police Medal and 24 Police personnel were conferred with Administrator’s Police Medal for their distinguished and meritorious services. The Punjab Police Platoon -1 received the overall Best Contingency Award in the parade. The first prize in the category of Police Contingent went to Chandigarh Police Female-2, second position was bagged by CRPF and Chandigarh Police Male-2 came third. In the category of Home Guard/ Fire Brigade/ Civil Defence, the first prize was bagged by Chandigarh Home Guard, second position was bagged by Chandigarh Fire Services and Chandigarh Civil Defence came third. In NCC contingents, NCC Army Wing Boys and Girls bagged the first position, NCC Army Wing Girls came second and NCC Naval Wing came third. In the category of Road Safety/ Platoon Scouts/ Guides, the first prize was bagged by GMSSS-10 Ambulance, second position was bagged by GMSSS-27 Girls Guides and GMSSS-16 Road Safety came third. In NSS category, GMSSS-40 Boys bagged the first position, SGGPS-35 Girls came second and Shivalik Public School NSS Boys came third. In School Band category, GMSSS-10 bagged the first position, Moti Ram Arya School came second and GMSSS-33 came third. In Tableau category, Civil Defence Chandigarh bagged the first position, Science and Technology came second and Government College of Arts came third. In Cultural programme trophy, GMSSS-18 bagged the first position and Special Children came second.

IEP Chandigarh, January 24

The Haryana Government has designated the Haryana State Industrial Infrastructure and Development Corporation (HSIDC) as the project executing agency for constructing Shri Krishna Ayush University in Kurukshetra. This decision has received approval from Chief Minister Mr  Manohar Lal.

In the fourth meeting of the Committee of Secretaries for AYUSH Education and Research, held under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Shri Sanjeev Kaushal, today approved the project consultant for the project. The Chief Secretary said that the project consultant’s role would involve planning, designing, providing architectural services for the university building, and facilitating infrastructure development in various buildings. This strategic move aims to expedite the construction process, enabling the commencement of building and other related works in the near future.

The university, set to be built at a cost of approximately Rs 1000 crore, will be established in Fatehpur village of Thanesar in Kurukshetra. The campus will encompass academic buildings, hospitals, hostels, outpatient departments (OPD), Panchkarma buildings, faculty and staff residential buildings, among others.

Additional Chief Secretary of Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Mr. T.V.S. N. Prasad, Additional Chief Secretary Industries and Commerce Department, Shri Anand Mohan Sharan, Additional Chief Secretary Health& Auysh Departments, Smt. Anupama, Director-General, Development and Panchayat Department Mr, D.K. Behera, Director-General of AYUSH Department Dr. Ashanj Singh, Managing Director of HSIIDC Yash Garg, and many other senior officials were present in the meeting.

IEP Chandigarh, January 24

Garima of Mahendergarh district, Haryana, a visually impaired girl, was given the ‘Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar’ by President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu in the social service category in New Delhi for her gallant initiative of “Sakshar Pathshala” in which over 1000 students were connected for education by her. The award was presented to 19 youngsters from throughout the country, including Haryana’s Garima.

Garima, along with all of these children, will participate in the national Republic Day Parade on January 26th. This year, Garima is the only girl from Haryana to receive this honour.

Education is the key to success, Garima  

Garima, a nine-year-old girl with visual impairment, is a resident of Navdi village, Mahendergarh through her “Sakshar Pathshala” encourages and inspires the slum people and children the importance of education in one’s life and how it leads the path to progress. Garima had faced challenges in her early days of education and then only decided to help those children who do not have any support. She, like her father, wants to be a teacher and contribute to society. 

Garima’s courage and astounding efforts at such a young age propelled her to great heights.

‘Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar’ is given to children between the age of 5 to 18 years who have shown outstanding performance in categories such as bravery, culture, environment, art, science and technology, social service and sports. Total 19 children were selected for the award out of which 4 were in the social service category, Garima is one of them receiving certificate, medal and a citation booklet. 

Garima believes that education is a fundamental right and a vital component of a child’s life as it even allows them to contribute to the progress of the country. With this goal in mind, the Haryana government has implemented many initiatives to ensure that no child is excluded from education.

IEP Chandigarh, January 24

Haryana Home and Health Minister Sh Anil Vij said that Ambala Cantonment has witnessed remarkable development over the past nine and a half years, setting new records for progress and growth. In alignment with this progress, an embankment along the Tangri River near Brahman Majra will be expeditiously constructed to fortify flood protection. The inauguration ceremony for this crucial project is slated to take place soon.

Sh Vij was addressing the gathering as the chief guest during the event organized under the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra,’ held in the vicinity of the Parshuram Temple and Tangri Dam in Ambala Cantonment today.

He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, the nation is consistently progressing on the development trajectory. Commending the effective actions taken by Prime Minister, such as the abrogation of Article 370, the abolition of Triple Talaq, and the historic installation of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, he noted these accomplishments as key milestones. Following the consecration of the Ram Temple, Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi has further pledged to gift solar panels for the homes of one crore people.

Many welfare schemes were implemented for the upliftment of society and common people – Vij

He highlighted that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal, numerous welfare schemes have been implemented for the betterment of society and the common people. Efforts are underway to ensure the transparent and accessible delivery of the benefits associated with these schemes. The information dissemination vehicle, often referred to as “Modi’s Guarantee,” is effectively reaching people everywhere, providing details about these initiatives and delivering their benefits to eligible individuals. Notably, people are seamlessly availing the advantages of schemes like Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, Jan Dhan Yojana, and others. Emphasizing their dedication to the welfare of the people, he emphasized the collaborative effort needed to transform India into a developed nation and realize Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi’s vision for a prosperous and developed India.

We have to make our country a developed nation – Vij

The Home Minister said that there are three types of nations on this planet, underdeveloped nations with minimal progress, developing countries like India witnessing continuous growth, and developed countries where all facilities are readily available, numbering 37. We have to resolve to join the ranks of those 37 countries and make our nation a developed nation. While administering the oath of ‘Our resolve for a developed India’ to all attendees, Sh Vij emphasized the multitude of development projects accomplished in the Ambala Cantonment Assembly constituency over the past nine years. The momentum of this developmental wheel remains unwavering. Ongoing efforts to construct ring roads surrounding Ambala Cantonment are expected to further enhance the city’s development. Simultaneously, initiatives like road construction on Tangri Dam and the installation of street lights signify the comprehensive scope of these endeavors.

Civil Hospital of Ambala Cantonment is the best hospital of North India- Vij

Sh Anil Vij said that the Civil Hospital in Ambala Cantonment stands as the premier healthcare facility in North India, witnessing a daily influx of over 3000 individuals seeking medical treatment. The hospital boasts state-of-the-art medical amenities, some of which rival or surpass those found in institutions like PGI. Notable services include MRI, Ultrasound, Plastic Surgery, and advanced Heart Treatment, among others. The hospital has also successfully conducted life-saving interventions, providing stents to approximately 14000 individuals. The Atal Cancer Care Centre is extending its benefits to people from Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Rajasthan, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, and other states. Previously, individuals sought medical treatment in Chandigarh or other locations, but the hospital has become a preferred destination for healthcare services. Moreover, dialysis facilities have been established not only in Ambala but also in all 22 civil hospitals, ensuring widespread access to this critical medical service.

Own electricity will be generated through cow dung plant/solar panel in dairy complex in Brahman Majra – Vij

He shared that a comprehensive array of developmental projects has been established in Ambala Cantonment, featuring an international-level grand martyrdom memorial dedicated to the heroes of the first war of independence. Additionally, noteworthy facilities include the Arya Bhatt Science Centre, an international-level football stadium, an all-weather swimming pool, a gymnastics hall, a government college, a bus stand, a mini-secretariat, and a multi-level car parking facility. The ongoing construction encompasses Dharamshalas, Yoga Shalas, and various other infrastructure developments. Along with this, Dairy Complex in Brahman Majra, which includes fodder market for animals, hospital, rest house for animal farmers along with all other facilities. Here electricity will be generated by itself through cow dung plant/solar panel, thus eliminating the need for an external electricity connection. The construction of the domestic airport is progressing rapidly, promising an elevated status for the city and a boost in trade activities. Additionally, swift developments are underway, including the establishment of the NCDC Center at Naggal-Kardhan-Khojkipur, the Homeopathic College at Chandpura, and various other developmental projects.