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Animal Husbandry Dept issues advisory to protect livestock from cold wave

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IEP Chandigarh, January 11

On the directions of Punjab Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Fisheries Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, the Animal Husbandry department has issued an advisory to protect the livestock from bone-chilling cold weather accompanied by severe winds, which could prove hazardous for livestock and cause significant problems to their owners.

Under extreme winter storm conditions, the advisory suggests, simple shelters alone cannot be effective in protecting livestock so livestock farmers have been advised to use ‘pallis’ made from gunny bags in animal sheds. Keep animals indoors during extreme cold conditions and monitor them often. Monitor the temperature under the sheds, use heaters if required. Keep bedding as dry and clean as possible in order to avoid increased ammonia fumes. Blankets can be used on individual animals if required as Hypothermia occurs when the body temperature drops well below normal. In general terms, with cattle, mild hypothermia occurs with a body temperature of 30°C-32 (86°F-89°F), moderate hypothermia at 22°F-29°C (71°F-85°F) and severe hypothermia below 20°C (68°F). Cows are not able to return to normal temperature without assistance through warming and the administration of warm fluids.

In the advisory, it has also been recommended not to graze cattle in extreme cold weather and maintain a larger feed storage. Very young, very old or sick animals will typically have additional nutritional needs during winter as compared to healthy, middle aged animals. Having abundant and accessible feed will help animals maintain body temperature and survive cold temperatures. Farmers have been asked to ensure that stored winter feed is of good nutrient quality.

Apart from this, consuming enough water is pivotal for animal health and well-being during the winter season. Livestock will not consume an adequate amount of water if it is too cold. Therefore, the livestock farmers have been advised to ensure access to fresh water for livestock.

It has been recommended to seek veterinary treatment immediately to address any concerns especially for pregnant and very young or very old animals, which require special attention.

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Punjab CM hands over cheque worth Rs 1 crore as financial assistance to family of martyr Jaspal Singh

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IEP Bhagraul (Dirba), January 11

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday visited the house of Havildar Jaspal Singh, who attained martyrdom during line of duty, and handed over a cheque of Rs 1 crore to his family as a mark of respect.

Expressing profound grief and sorrow over the martyrdom of martyr Havildar Jaspal Singh, who was posted in 9 Mahar, the Chief Minister said the country would always remain indebted to martyr for laying down his life in service of nation. He said that though it is an irreparable loss for the country in general and for the distressed family in particular and it cannot be repaid at any cost, the government has made a humble effort in honour of the martyr. Bhagwant Singh Mann emphasized that martyrs belong not only to a single family or state but to the entire nation.

The Chief Minister said the state government stands by the family in this hour of grief and would leave no stone unturned to provide all possible assistance. He said that the people of the country will always remain indebted to the sacrifice of Havildar Jaspal Singh. Paying tributes to the martyred, Bhagwant Singh Mann said that he has brought laurels to the country and especially Punjab by displaying his bravery, commitment and courage in the line of duty.

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Punjab CM continues spree to set up ultra modern libraries in the state

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IEP Sangrur, January 11

Continuing his spree to set up ultra modern libraries in the state, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday dedicated 14 new ultra modern libraries in the Sangrur districts constructed at a cost of 4.62 crore.

The Chief Minister envisioned that these libraries will act as a harbinger of growth and prosperity in the state adding that this path breaking initiative is aimed at inculcating reading habits amongst the youth of the state. He said that this step will go a long way in empowering the youth and making them an equal partner in the social-economic development of the state. Bhagwant Singh Mann envisioned that these libraries will go a long way in transforming the destiny of the youth and produce bureaucrats, scientists, Doctors, technocrats and others.

The Chief Minister said that these world class libraries are equipped with ultra modern facilities to ensure that they act as a paradise for book lovers. He said that hi-tech facilities like Air conditioners, Invertors, CCTV cameras, Wifi and others.  Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these libraries are a true repository of knowledge and literature adding that it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction for all of us that this state of the art libraries houses precious books on varied subjects, which attracts the book lovers.

The Chief Minister said that the collection of libraries includes some of the rare and precious books, which would be a big asset for the book lovers. He envisioned that these libraries will prove to be a game changer for transforming the destiny of the students. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the motive is to make sure that the youth excel in every field and gems are produced from the state for proving the mettle of state in varied fields.

Later, the Chief Minister dedicated the Weight Lifting centre constructed at a cost of Rs 14 lakh and Astro Turf constructs at a cost of Rs 92 lakh in the War Heroes stadium. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, he said that the Punjab government has laid major thrust on the promotion of games in the state thereby utilizing the unbounded energy of youth in a positive direction. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that for the first time the state government has given funds to the players for the preparation of games so that they excel in sporting events.

The Chief Minister said that the result of this is that Punjabis have bagged 19 medals in the Asian games held last year, which is the highest tally of states in Asiad, since its inception. He further said that it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction for all as 10 players in the Indian Hockey contingent are from Punjab. Bhagwant Singh Mann also said that due to the strenuous efforts of the state government, the players of state are bringing laurels for the state adding that the state government is incentivizing the players with the cash awards and other facilities.

The Chief Minister further said that the state government has decided that no parade of Republic Day will be held in any ground, with synthetic track, across Punjab.He said that during the parade a number of tableaus and other events are organised to showcase the rich cultural heritage of the state and country. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that during the functions the movement of vehicles and other machinery during the parade cause damage to the track.

The Chief Minister further said that the damage caused to track causes a lot of inconvenience to the players which is not justifiable. He said that to avoid this state government has consciously taken a decision to not hold the Republic Day parade in any stadium with the synthetic parade. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that as per this only the function slated to be held at Ludhiana on Republic Day will also be held at the PAU adding that the state government is committed for promotion of sports in the state and any sort of loss to players or sporting infrastructure is unimaginable.

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Punjab will become hero, this time it will be 13-0

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IEP Sangrur, January 11

Taking a jibe over the defamation case filed by SAD leader Sukhbir Singh Badal, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann welcomed it by saying that it will give him another chance to expose the anti-Punjab stance and misdeeds of the Badal family.

Addressing the gathering after dedicating 14 libraries to the people here today, the Chief Minister said that he will make a plea for daily hearing of the case to ensure that people are apprised about the sins of Badals. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that Badals ignored the interests of the state only for the sake of constructing a canal to their farm house by Haryana as reward for his treachery with the state. He said that not only this the business of Badals in terms of Hotels, vilas, transport and others have flourished at the cost of the progress of the state, which will be told to the people in detail.

The Chief Minister said that Sukhbir is contesting the case for saving his property whereas he will go to the court to save the people. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that he will tell the world about all the misdeeds of the Badal family due to which the state had lagged behind in various fields. He said that the hands of the Badal family are drenched with the blood of the Punjab and Punjabis adding that people of the state can never forgive them for their sins.

The Chief Minister said that those people who used to claim that they will rule the state for 25 years have been totally rejected by the people. He said that these leaders have not been able to get their 25 MLAs elected as they have been trounced by the people. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these haughty leaders have been shown a door by the people and have been sent to political oblivion.

The Chief Minister said that during the previous government the quotas of the political leaders had usurped the interests of the common man. However, Bhagwant Singh Mann said that after assuming the charge of office he has accorded top priority to end all such quotas and usher a new era of empowerment of common man. He said that the main motive is to ensure the welfare and progress of the people and ensure comprehensive development of the common man.

The Chief Minister said that the traditional parties are envious of him because he hails from a common family and is working tirelessly to ensure welfare of people. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these leaders had always believed that they have divine right to rule the state due to which they are not able to digest that a common man is running the state efficiently. He said that these leaders have befooled the people for a long time but now people are not getting swayed by their misleading propaganda.

The Chief Minister said that the Union government has maliciously stalled the Mukh Mantri Teerth Yatra Scheme by not giving the trains to us. He said that the trains scheduled on December 7 and 15 have not been given to the state despite payment done in advance. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the sole motive is to deprive people of not paying obeisance at revered places adding that these designs of union government will not be successful as he will resume this yatra through airplane.

The Chief Minister said that the Union government has insulted the great martyrs including Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Shaheed Rajguru, Shaheed Sukhdev, Lala Lajpat Rai, Shaheed Udham Singh, Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha, Mai Bhago, Ghadri Baabe and others by rejecting the tableau of the state. He said that the union government is trying to belittle their contribution and sacrifice of these heroes by not including their tableaus in the Republic Day parade. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this cannot be tolerated as it is the grave insult of these great patriots and national leaders adding that the state government will showcase this contribution in tableaus across the state.

The Chief Minister predicted that the people are so fed up with corrupt leaders of these parties that we will sweep all the seats in the state during the coming general elections. He said that people have made up their mind to give all the 13 seats of the state in upcoming general elections to them. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the tally in coming Lok Sabha elections will be 13-0 where 13 will be in the favor of them and the other parties will not even be open to their accounts.    

The Chief Minister said that the state has created history by purchasing Goindwal power plant owned by a private company GVK Power. He said that for the first time this reverse trend has started that the government has purchased any private power plant whereas in the past the state governments used to sell their assets to the favorite individuals at ‘throw away’ prices. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that as coal from Pachwara coal mine can be used only for government power plants so with purchase of this power plant this coal can be aptly utilized for producing power to provide it to every sector of the state.

The Chief Minister said that now complete transformation is being witnessed in hospitals, schools and new medical colleges are coming up for the well being of the common man adding that 90% of the consumers are getting zero power bill .  He said that these decisions are being taken only by those who are aware about the problems of the people at grass root levels. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the traditional political parties have ruined the state and now they are shamelessly making huge talks of morality.

The Chief Minister said that the state government has earmarked more than Rs 29 crore for development of villages in Dhuri. He reiterated that Dhuri will emerge a hub of state politics and no stone is being left unturned for this noble cause. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that a major push is being given to the overall development of the state in general and that of the Dhuri assembly segment in particular.

The Chief Minister said that gone are the days when the head of the state was confined to big rooms of their palaces whereas now he is always amongst the people. He said that all the promises made with the people by his government are being fulfilled in the right earnest to give boost to development of the state. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that he is easily accessible to all due to which every issue of the state is now resolved promptly to the satisfaction of people.

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Haryana Unveils Technological Overhaul in Law Enforcement: Chief Secretary Announces Integration of Cutting-Edge Systems

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IEP Chandigarh January 11

The Haryana Chief Secretary, Mr. Sanjeev Kaushal today said that the state government has been integrating cutting-edge technology into police stations. This innovative approach involves the capturing of retina and fingerprints, departing from previous practices confined to court proceedings. The installation of specialized equipment in police stations will record the identification details of both accused individuals and complainants, irrespective of the arrest status. Simultaneously, the Complaint Management Module has undergone enhancements aligned with the department’s requirements.

Harsamay Portal Facilitates Hassle-Free Access: Mobile Number Login and Perfect Citizen Service Ratings

After presiding over the 26th State Apex Committee meeting for CCTNS and ICJS here today, Mr. Kaushal highlighted significant advancements. The Harsamay Portal now allows users to log complaints, offering seamless access to services through mobile number entry. This OTP-based complaint registration system aims to streamline the process, showcasing the government’s commitment to promptly address public concerns. The newly launched system, known for its user-friendly design, ensures accessibility for individuals in remote areas with varying levels of education. Enabling a one-click, unbiased registration of complaints to the police, this system is poised to transform the citizen-law enforcement interaction, promoting efficiency and transparency.

Notably, the Haryana Police consistently achieves a perfect score of 10/10 on the RTS dashboard for citizen services via the eSaral/HarSamay portal. Further adding to their achievements, the Haryana Police secured the Trophy for the second consecutive year at the Annual Conference for Best Practices in CCTNS & ICJS held recently in New Delhi.

Data Retrieval Imperative: Chief Secretary Urges Digital Archive Planning for Police Cases

Emphasizing the importance of legacy data, the Chief Secretary Mr. Kaushal emphasized the need to retrieve information related to police cases. This includes registrations, court proceedings, e-FIRs, e-Challans and Bails etc. Urging officers to form a dedicated committee, he outlined a time-bound plan for the digital recovery and compilation of this crucial information.

Comprehensive Training and Cloud Migration: Police Officials Prepare for Advanced Systems

As part of the comprehensive modernization efforts, 193 police officials have undergone CCTNS training in the last four months. This training covered SCRB, Core Application Software, General Verification module, and the Citizen portal “HarSamay24X7.” These essential components of CCTNS have been successfully migrated to the secure Meghraj cloud on December 28, 2023, Panchkula.

Among those present in the meeting includes Additional Chief Secretary, Home, Jails, Criminal Investigation, Mr. T.V.S.N Prasad, Mr.  Shatrujeet Kapur, Director General of Police, Haryana, Mr.  O.P. Singh, Director, State Crime Record Bureau, Haryana, Panchkula, Mr. Mani Ram Sharma, Special Secretary to Home Department and other senior officers.

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Hry CM holds pivotal discussions with representatives of 10 major companies from Japan and the United States

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IEP Chandigarh, January 11

In a dynamic display of economic diplomacy, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal is on a one-day tour to Gujarat to attend the 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit-2024 with the mission to attract foreign investments that would propel Haryana into a new era of economic prosperity. During the Summit being held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on Thursday impressed with the investor-friendly policies of Manohar Sarkar, the companies have shown deep interest in investing in Haryana.

Meanwhile, the Chief Minister held one-on-one discussions with representatives of about 10 major companies from Japan and the United States, inviting them to invest in Haryana.   During the meeting with the Japanese delegation, the Chief Minister welcomed the representatives of the companies in the Japanese language, which made them very pleased and enthusiastic. During the meeting, consensus was reached between Japan and the Haryana government on formulating a hydrogen policy in the direction of clean-green energy. Maruti Suzuki has also expressed its desire to adopt the plug-and-play policy and give more emphasis to electric vehicles under the Haryana government’s e-vehicle policy. Identification of a site is underway to establish a plant in the state for this purpose.

Microsoft to collaborate with the Haryana government in the field of Artificial Intelligence

During the summit, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal also held a meeting with Mr. Puneet Chandok, President, Microsoft India, and his delegation. During this meeting, the delegation stated that Microsoft would collaborate with the Haryana government in the field of Artificial Intelligence. The Chief Minister said that all kinds of support would be provided to Microsoft by the state government. Soon, a meeting will be organized with representatives in Chandigarh, where Microsoft will present its roadmap regarding upcoming initiatives.

A Joint Collaboration Cell to be established separately for the assistance of Japanese companies

During the meeting, representatives stated that Haryana has been a mother state for Japanese companies. In 1980, Maruti Suzuki established its first unit in Gurugram. Since then, several Japanese companies have come to Haryana. The Chief Minister directed state government officers to establish a Joint Collaboration Cell for the convenience of Japanese companies, which will continuously engage with representatives of Japanese companies to expedite the plug-and-play model.

Discussion was also held on opening a Japanese school in Gurugram during the meeting. It is the first occasion when officers from the Japanese government have attended the summit along with representatives of Japanese companies. It is fortunate for Haryana that representatives from the Japanese government were present during the meeting, and they assured Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal that full support would be provided by the Japanese government to Haryana.

During the summit, the Chief Minister had discussions with representatives from Japanese companies including Jetro, Denso Corporation, Maruti Suzuki, Yamanashi Hydrogen, Air Water Company, Toyotsu Ambika Automotive Safety, JCCII India, and representatives from the United States, including Blackstone, UPS Logistics Company, and Microsoft.

Additional Chief Secretary, Industries and Commerce Department, Sh. Anand Mohan Sharan, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, Managing Director, Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation, Sh. Yash Garg also remained present on this occasion.

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Haryana Animal Husbandry Department issues Advisory to protect animals from the cold wave

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IEP Chandigarh, January 11

In view of the ongoing extreme weather conditions, the Animal Husbandry Department has issued an advisory for all districts in the state to protect animals from the cold wave. In addition, the department has also directed the veterinary doctor to remain on alert.

Sharing information in this regard an official spokesperson stated that all livestock owners have been urged to follow the advisory issued by the Animal Husbandry Department to protect animals from the cold wave and keep their livestock safe from the cold wave.

The spokesperson said that during winters, animals experience decreased temperature, and difficulty in breathing, and symptoms of pneumonia can be seen, which also leads to a decrease in milk production as well. Protecting weak and newborn animals requires a proper diet, jaggery, and mineral mixture.

The spokesperson said that to take care of your livestock following actions could be taken: keep them out on a sunny day only, use only lukewarm/warm water for their bath, make sure the place where animals sit is dry and warm, keep them covered and if any symptoms of cold are seen contact the veterinary doctor immediately.

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Haryana Cooperative Department Registrar takes action against officers and employees for negligence in biometric attendance

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IEP Chandigarh, January 11

The Haryana Cooperative Department has taken action against officers and employees who have been negligent in the use of the Aadhaar-enabled biometric attendance system (AEBAS).

Registrar, Cooperation Department, Sh. Rajesh Jogpal said that the attendance of officers and employees was investigated by studying the biometric attendance system from April 15 to January 2024. It was found that many officers and employees were not marking their attendance through biometrics. Based on the investigation, notices were issued to 69 officers and employees. Of these, 10 officers were given severe punishment under Rule 4(B), 14 employees were issued chargesheets under Rule 4(A), 19 contract employees were issued show-cause notices, and 26 employees were warned.

It may be noted that the Aadhaar-enabled biometric attendance system has been started in all government offices in the state. It was stopped due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, biometric attendance was resumed on April 15, 2023. However, it was seen that many employees were coming late to the office and were not punctual.

Sh. Jogpal warned all officers and employees that any kind of negligence will not be tolerated in the future.

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Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2024: CM Manohar Lal Invites NRIs to Invest in Haryana, Holds Round-Table Conference with US-India Strategic Partnership Forum

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IEP Chandigarh, January 11

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, is making continuous efforts to position Haryana as the first choice for investors on the global platform. As part of this initiative, during the ongoing Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit-2024 ‘Gateway to the Future’ in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal is inviting foreign investors to invest in the state through a round-table conference with the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF).

During the conference held on Thursday, the Chief Minister assured full support to the NRIs in Haryana, he said that there is immense potential for investment here, various facilities available here, emphasizing the immense investment opportunities available across Haryana. He mentioned that Haryana is a leading state in terms of ease of doing business, having eliminated compliance burdens for industries. Chief Minister highlighted the extensive possibilities for investment in Haryana and urged NRIs to take advantage of the various facilities and invest in the state.

He stated that Haryana has a robust business environment, and the state government has formulated the Haryana Enterprise and Employment Policy 2020, providing various incentives to investors. Furthermore, all necessary approvals for setting up industries are streamlined under one roof, making the investment process more convenient and efficient.

Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal highlighted the strategic geographical location of Haryana, being well-connected to Delhi from three sides. He also said that the state also receives complete benefit from IGI Airport. He also highlighted the strengthening logistics infrastructure and the integration of every district with national highways. Additionally, the government is establishing an international airport in Hisar, which will further benefit industries.

He mentioned that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to develop India by 2047 and affirmed that Haryana would play a positive role in realizing this dream. The state government is providing financial and various other incentives to investors based on different zones. Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal encouraged investors to have faith in business-to-business (B2B), business-to-citizen (B2C), and heart-to-heart (H2H) connections, assuring complete support from the government for those who choose to invest in Haryana.

During the occasion, President of USISPF, Sh. Mukesh Aghi, presented a book based on the 75 years of mutual relations between India and America to the Chief Minister.

The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary of the Industries and Commerce Department, Sh. Anand Mohan Sharan, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, Managing Director, Haryana State Industrial & Infrastructure Development Corporation, Sh. Yash Garg, besides other senior officers.

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Haryana is a land of Possibilities, Potentialities, and Prosperity, says CM at Vibrant Gujarat Summit

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IEP Chandigarh, January 11

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal emphasized the significant potential of Haryana, terming it a land of Possibilities, Potentialities, and Prosperity and extended an invitation to entrepreneurs to consider investing in Haryana.

Sh. Manohar Lal was speaking at the Indo-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry Seminar during the ongoing 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat today.

Welcoming entrepreneurs from around the world on behalf of the people of Haryana, the Chief Minister said that the state is poised to attract global investment due to its strategic policies and proximity to the national capital. He said that in the era of the Industrial Revolution, talent would surpass capital in significance, leading to a shift towards high-skill, temporary employment. He stressed the need for parallel investments in human capital development and economic growth, envisioning a transformation from job seekers to job creators.

During the Seminar, the Chief Minister proposed the establishment of a new association, “Haryana -Africa Ties,” aimed at fostering socio-economic development. He highlighted the importance of traditional manufacturing as a significant source of employment for the youth, emphasizing the need for a rapid transformation in education and skill development policies to meet the demands of the evolving job market.

The Chief Minister asserted that the world is currently at a crossroads of transformation, driven by new technologies and digital interfaces. He acknowledged the dual nature of this transformation, bringing forth both opportunities and challenges. Emphasizing the centrality of people and human values in development and progress, he called for impactful mutual engagements to create far-reaching effects on the economies of Africa and states like Haryana.

Sh. Manohar Lal reiterated the urgency for changes in education and skill development approaches, advocating for a curriculum that prepares youth for the dynamic future. The proposed “HARYANA – AFRICA TIES” association aims to foster collaboration and create a platform for mutual growth and development.

The Chief Minister said that Haryana is a land of Experiments and our Shri Vishvakarma Skill University, Haryana has been launched for this purpose. It aims to provide relevant technical and vocational skills to our youth and make them employable, he said.

“We have to be very careful that the rapid changes coming in the field of technology can at least find a place in the courses at the same pace. In this Industrial Revolution, Talent will be more important than Capital. High-skill but temporary work will be the new face of employment. Therefore we need to focus and invest equally in the Development of Human Capital as in Economic development. Proper utilization of new opportunities can on the one hand make the Job Seekers to Job Creators,” said the Chief Minister.

He said that the upliftment of the last person in the queue is his government’s Moto. The portability of social security benefits will ensure the mobility of skilled & employable workers in the digital age. We created another PPP ID for all Haryana Citizens to ensure the benefits of the schemes for the society. Technology has become the biggest disruptor in today’s time, said the Chief Minister.

“My idea is to consider the human element along with the business or economic aspects and hence, out of various models of businesses like B2B; G2G, B2G etc. we believe in the H2H model of working. H2H- Heart to Heart approach. I welcome you all to utilize this opportunity,” said Sh. Manohar Lal.