Chandigarh, September 22 – Haryana Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma said Kurukshetra is recognized across the world for its religious and tourism significance. Along with this sacred land of Kurukshetra, all regions of Haryana are witnessing all-round development, and the State Government is working on several projects in Kurukshetra from the tourism perspective.

Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma visited the Shaktipeeth Maa Bhadrakali Temple, Kurukshetra, on the first Navratri on Monday to offer prayers. Here, the Tourism Minister performed ‘pooja’ as per tradition and bowed his head at the Shaktipeeth.

Extending greetings and best wishes to the people of the state on Navratri as well as Dussehra, Diwali, and other festivals, the Tourism Minister said every citizen of the state should come to the Shaktipeeth Maa Bhadrakali Temple in Kurukshetra to seek the blessings of the Goddess for peace, prosperity, and happiness. After receiving blessings from the Goddess at this temple, every devotee’s wishes are fulfilled. He added that along with Shaktipeeth Maa Bhadrakali Temple, Kurukshetra has a unique identity not only in the country but also abroad due to its other religious and tourist sites. Several projects are underway to develop this holy land Kurukshetra from a tourism point of view.

He said under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, all-round development of Haryana is taking place. This government has given a distinct identity to not only Kurukshetra but the entire State of Haryana as a tourism hub. During the tenure of this government, numerous welfare schemes for farmers, labourers, women, employees, and senior citizens have been effectively implemented.

Chandigarh, September 22 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the Central and State Governments are following the path shown by Maharaja Agrasen and working on the policy of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’. Just as Maharaja Agrasen used to support every person settling in his kingdom by gifting one brick and one gold coin, the state government, inspired by his inclusive and farsighted vision, is working to make every individual self-reliant through its schemes.

The Chief Minister was addressing a gathering as the Chief Guest at “Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti” organized in Panchkula under the Haryana Government’s Sant Mahapurush Samman evam Vichar-Prasar Yojana.

Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini first extended greetings of Navratras to the people and paid obeisance to Maharaja Agrasen. Referring to the glorious history of the Agarwal community, he said that this community has always rendered great services not only to the nation and society but to humanity as a whole. Mentioning several eminent personalities of the community, he said that in whichever field one looks, the contribution of the Agarwal community can be seen.

The Chief Minister said the Agarwal community is mainly associated with trade and industry. Over the past few years, the Haryana Government has taken several important steps to create a favorable environment for industry and trade. Due to the government’s policies, Haryana has today become the first choice of investors from India and abroad. To resolve traders’ issues, the government has set up the Haryana Vyapari Kalyan Board. It has named the Hisar Airport after Maharaja Agrasen so that future generations may remember his ideals and principles.

He informed that from Navratras onwards, reforms made in GST are being implemented across the country, which has brought special enthusiasm among the trading community. Expressing happiness, he said that the Agarwal community will send a letter of thanks to Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi for these reforms.

He further informed that an online facility for e-refund has been started for traders. In the field of taxation, facilities like e-registration, e-payment of tax, e-filing of returns, e-tendering, and issuance of C-Form online have been started.

The Chief Minister said that under the Mukhyamantri Shehri Swamitva Yojana, ownership rights of municipal shops and houses, which have been on rent, lease, or licence fee for more than 20 years, have been given to the persons occupying them. For the convenience of traders, the E-Way Bill Yojana has been launched for interstate movement of goods. Under the Pradhan Mantri Laghu Vyapari Maan Dhan Yojana, a minimum monthly pension of Rs. 3,000 has been ensured for retailers and shopkeepers on attaining the age of 60 years.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, while elaborating on the schemes being implemented for the convenience of industrialists, said that a separate MSME Department has been set up for the welfare of small and medium traders. A GST Facilitation Cell has been established in Gurugram to support start-ups. This cell is providing end-to-end assistance to start-ups, from registration to filing of returns. Similarly, an MSME GST Facilitation Cell has been established in Panchkula. This is helping small entrepreneurs easily comply with GST requirements.

He informed that to accelerate industrial development in Haryana, an ecosystem of Ease of Doing Business has been created. The State Government has resolved several long-pending issues related to industries and created an industrial environment in the state. This has also built confidence among entrepreneurs in the Haryana Government.

The Chief Minister called upon the Agarwal community to continue contributing to the development of the state in the future while upholding their glorious traditions.

On this occasion, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Sh. Vipul Goel appreciated Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, stating that under his leadership, the State Government is following in the footsteps of Maharaja Agrasen. The State Government is adhering to Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay’s Antyodaya policy and Maharaja Agrasen’s policy of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’.

The programme was attended by MLA Smt. Savitri Jindal, MLA Sh. Ghanshyam Saraf, former Speaker of the Assembly Sh. Gian Chand Gupta, former Minister Sh. Aseem Goel, along with many distinguished personalities of the Agarwal community.

Chandigarh, September 22 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the recently implemented GST reforms by Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi will provide an annual benefit of about Rs. 4,000 crore to Haryana residents and will bring the biggest transformation in the economic development of both the state and the nation. These GST reforms will not only provide relief to traders but will also simplify the lives of common consumers. The important aspect is that citizens will now be able to bring home indigenous products at lower GST rates. These reforms will promote ease of doing business and bring transparency to trade activities.

Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini was interacting with shopkeepers and traders on Monday during a programme organized in the main market of Ladwa regarding the statewide Goods and Services Tax Bachat Utsav.

Earlier, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini garlanded the statue of Maharaja Agrasen at Ramkundi Chowk and extended greetings and best wishes to the people of the state on the occasion of Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti and Navratri, after which he inaugurated the GST Bachat Utsav. Thereafter, the Chief Minister passed through the Main Market and Sangam Market to reach Shaheed Madan Lal Dhingra Chowk, where he gave detailed information to shopkeepers and traders about the newly implemented GST rates by the government and appealed to people to bring home indigenous goods and products.

On this occasion, the Chief Minister also garlanded the statue of Shaheed Madan Lal Dhingra. Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said to spread awareness about the benefits and importance of GST reforms among the general public and traders, a ‘GST Awareness Campaign’ has been launched. This campaign will run till October 15, 2025. For this, the Excise and Taxation Department is organizing camps under a detailed action plan. He said the first phase of the campaign will run from September 22 to 29. All public representatives will actively participate in this and will visit designated markets daily to inform shopkeepers and customers about the reforms.

The Chief Minister said office-bearers of trade associations and various market associations are also being involved in this campaign so that the trading community can directly benefit. Social media platforms are also being used to promote GST reforms. For this purpose, hashtags like GST Reforms, Ease of Doing, Swadeshi etc, are being used. He said the objective of this campaign is not only to disseminate information about tax reforms but also to encourage people to adopt goods made in India and promote the spirit of Swadeshi. The Chief Minister expressed confidence that through this campaign, not only will the trading community become aware, but the general public will also directly benefit from these reforms, and Haryana will become even stronger from a trade perspective.

On the auspicious occasion of Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti, office-bearers of Sh. Agrawal Sabha, Ladwa, also felicitated the Chief Minister by presenting him with a memento.

On this occasion, former State Minister Sh. Subhash Sudha, Deputy Commissioner Sh. Vishram Kumar Meena, Superintendent of Police Sh. Nitish Agrawal, Municipal Council Chairperson Smt. Sakshi Khurana, along with other distinguished persons, were present.

Chandigarh, September 22 – The Haryana Government has decided to celebrate Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti at the district level. Accordingly, all Deputy Commissioners have been directed to organize district-level programmes from October 5 to 7 in consultation with their District Welfare Officers.

In a letter addressed to all Divisional Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners, Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi stated that under the Sant Mahapurush Samman evam Vichar Prachar Prasar Yojana, the State Government celebrates the birth anniversaries of great saints and eminent personalities at both the State and district levels.

Chandigarh, September 22 – Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said keeping in view the interests of farmers, the government has started paddy procurement from September 22 instead of October 1. The government will procure every single grain of paddy from farmers at the Minimum Support Price.

Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini was interacting with the media after launching the paddy procurement operations at Ladwa anaaj mandi in Kurukshetra district on Monday. Earlier, the Chief Minister launched the procurement operations at the mandi and while interacting with farmers and traders, he said on the request of farmers, the procurement has been started ahead of the scheduled time. He said during the Hisar Krishi Mela held the previous day, the farmers had demanded subsidy on wheat seeds. This demand was fulfilled immediately upon reaching Chandigarh, and a notification for subsidy on seeds has been issued.

In the presence of the Chief Minister, the Food and Supplies Department procured about 100 quintals of PR paddy from farmers Amit Kumar and Charan Singh. Last year, the total arrival of PR paddy was 12,00,000 quintals. However, in this season, the arrival of PR paddy in the grain market has already reached 5,000 quintals. He said the government always stands with the farmers and no injustice will be allowed to happen to any farmer. He added that the government is providing financial assistance of Rs. 1,200 to discourage farmers from stubble burning.

On this occasion, former State Minister Sh. Subhash Sudha, Deputy Commissioner Sh. Vishram Kumar Meena, Municipal Council Chairperson Smt. Sakshi Khurana, along with other distinguished persons, were present.

Chandigarh, September 22 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today gave a major gift to the people of the state by inaugurating 557 projects worth about Rs. 117 crore on the first day of the Navratri.

As part of the ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ campaign, a programme was organized at the Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science & Technology (DCRUST), Murthal, Sonipat, where Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini came as the chief guest. From here, he inaugurated 72 women cultural centres, 90 indoor gyms, 69 yoga and exercise centres, 101 roads under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Khet Sadak Yojana and street lights in 225 villages. Along with this, he inaugurated and inspected women’s health camps under the ‘Swasth Nari-Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan’ and the 8th Poshan Maah. He also extended greetings to the people of the state on Navratri and Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti.

Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said this is not just an inauguration of projects but a symbol of our resolve and commitment to take Haryana to new heights of development. The Haryana Government is determined to spread the light of development equally in every village and city. He said the government believes that when women are empowered, families, society, and the nation will be strong. The cultural centres inaugurated today will serve as a platform for women to showcase their talents. Mothers and sisters will be able to organize cultural programmes at these centres. These cultural centres are being opened across the state. During the recent Teej Festival, 131 women cultural centres were inaugurated; and now, a total of 203 such centres have been opened across the state.

Ensuring health and fitness for every citizen

Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said ensuring the health and fitness of every citizen of Haryana is part of the government’s resolve. Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi had also launched the Fit India Movement. Promoting fitness and yoga culture in the state, gyms and exercise centres are being opened. Today, 90 indoor gyms and 69 yoga and exercise centres were inaugurated as part of this initiative. So far, 892 yoga and exercise centres have been opened across the state. The government plans to open gyms in every village. He urged the youth to remain healthy, stay away from addiction and make full use of these gyms and exercise centres.

Development of villages is government’s priority

Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the development of villages is a priority of his government. Street lights are being installed in the 10 most populous villages of each block and in all Mahagram villages. So far, street lights have been installed in 695 villages. ‘Kachchi’ streets of 588 Gram Panchayats with a population of more than 1,000 have been paved with an expenditure of Rs. 237.64 crore. Work at other places will also be completed soon. Along with this, rapid work is underway under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Khet Sadak Yojana, under which 101 new roads were inaugurated today. He said Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, through the Gram Uday initiative, is prioritizing development for the rise of India. The Haryana Government is also strengthening Panchayati Raj institutions to advance this vision.

Taking Haryana to new heights of progress

The Chief Minister said we will take Haryana to new heights of progress. To improve the quality of rural life, furniture has been provided in 983 e-libraries across the state. Books and computers will soon be installed in these e-libraries. This facility will be expanded to all villages. The government aims to make every village in Haryana self-reliant and ensure Panchayats fulfill the resolve of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas.” The Chief Minister said that on his birthday, Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi had launched the Swasth Nari-Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan and the 8th Poshan Maah.

PM has provided major relief through GST reforms

Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has given a major gift to the common people by providing relief through GST. Its benefits began from the first day of Navratri. GST exemptions have been provided on essential commodities and many other items. These exemptions will increase savings for the common man. It is a matter of pride that the announcement of GST reforms was made by the Prime Minister from the Red Fort on August 15. Immediately thereafter, a meeting of the GST Council was held, and the exemptions were notified. This step taken by the Prime Minister will prove a milestone in the direction of an Atmanirbhar Bharat.

Major gift to rural development sector: Krishan Lal Panwar

Development and Panchayats Minister Sh. Krishan Lal Panwar said today, the Haryana Government has given a major gift to the common people by inaugurating so many projects in the rural development sector. The inauguration of women cultural centres, indoor stadiums, yoga and exercise centres, streets, and street lights has been made possible under the inspiration of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and guidance of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini. These projects will not only strengthen the basic infrastructure of our villages but will also be milestones for women’s empowerment, youth health, cultural preservation, and overall development. Our goal is to ensure that development reaches every village and every home.

Haryana plays a leading role in rural development: Dr. Saket Kumar

Commissioner & Secretary of the Development & Panchayat Department and Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Dr. Saket Kumar, said it is a matter of great pride that Haryana is playing a leading role in rural development. In recent years, the Haryana Government has implemented various welfare schemes to improve village infrastructure. Street lights have been installed on village roads to ensure safety and convenience. Gyms and exercise centres are being opened to promote health and fitness. E-libraries are being established in villages to advance the digital revolution. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini and guidance of the Panchayat Minister, Panchayati Raj institutions will play an active role to realize the dream of prosperous villages and a strong Haryana.

The Chief Minister felicitated several beneficiaries on the occasion. Under the Ayushman Vay Vandana scheme, Omvati and Omi were issued cards. Under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, Maya Devi was issued an ABHA ID. Sarpanch Sunita of Bhigan village was felicitated for improvement in the sex ratio. A woman who recovered from cancer was also felicitated.

On this occasion, Cooperation and Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind  Sharma, BJP State President Sh. Mohan lal Badoli, MLA Sh. Nikhil Madan, MLA Sh. Pawan Kharkhoda, Sh. Devender Kadian from Ganaur, CM’s OSD Sh. Virender Badkhalsa, Zila Parishad Chairperson Sh. Monika Dahiya, Mayor Sh. Rajiv Jain, Vice-Chancellor of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science & Technology, Murthal, Prof. Prakash Singh and several other distinguished persons were present.

The General Secretary of All India Congress Committee, former Union Minister, and Sirsa MP Kumari Selja has leveled serious allegations against the BJP government over the severe shortage of DAP fertilizer in Haryana. Kumari Selja said that due to the government’s policy negligence, farmers in the state are forced to suffer a double blow. 

In a statement released to the media, Kumari Selja has said the Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had already warned that with China halting the supply of specialty fertilizers, the country would face a severe fertilizer crisis. But the BJP government did not take any concrete steps in time to resolve this crisis. Kumari Selja said that today, that situation has become a reality. In several districts of Haryana, including Sirsa, Fatehabad, Ambala, and Yamunanagar, the stock of DAP fertilizer has completely run out. Farmers are roaming in mandis and markets in search of fertilizer but are being forced to return empty-handed.

Kumari Selja said that first, floods destroyed the crops, and now, due to the lack of fertilizer, farmers are unable to even begin sowing. Instead of making farmers self-reliant, the BJP government has left them to suffer the blows of the market. For how long will the farmers remain victims of the BJP government’s mismanagement? Kumari Selja demanded that immediate supply of fertilizer be ensured, adequate stock be made available in districts, and strict action be taken against the officials responsible for the crisis.

:-The America has dealt a direct blow to the future of India’s talented youth:-Kumari Selja

The new annual fee of $100,000 on H-1B visas is a direct attack on the future of India’s brightest young professionals. Thousands of Indian professionals are being forced to cancel their flights. Those who are outside the U.S. are stuck in confusion due to the heavy fee. The MP said that last year, nearly 71 percent of H-1B visa holders were Indians. Now, they have been dealt a severe blow. When will the government’s silence turn into action? Our citizens deserve not just symbolic gestures but concrete protection.

:-Kumari Selja extended heartfelt greetings on Sharadiya Navratri.

MP Kumari Selja extended her best wishes for happiness, peace, and prosperity to everyone on the occasion of Sharadiya Navratri. Conveying her heartfelt greetings, she prayed to Maa Ambe to bless everyone with happiness, prosperity, wealth, and fame.

Selja has said may Maa Durga’s blessings always remain in your life. May this sacred festival, filled with devotion, courage, patience, and resolve, bring new strength and new faith into everyone’s life.

Chandigarh, September 22:

Punjab’s Minister for Cultural Affairs, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, has expressed deep sorrow over the demise of renowned music composer Janab Charanjit Ahuja.

In his condolence message, Sond said that with the passing away of Ahuja Sahib, an era of Punjabi music has come to an end. He added that Ahuja’s soulful and timeless compositions will continue to resonate for generations to come. “Charanjit Ahuja’s melodies were not only unique and soothing but also unforgettable. He played a pivotal role in taking many singers to great heights while himself remaining deeply grounded,” said the Minister.

Sond further stated that the void created by the departure of such a legendary musical personality can never be filled. “For music lovers, Charanjit Ahuja will remain alive in their hearts through his immortal tunes,” he added.

Extending heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, Sond prayed to the Almighty to grant eternal peace to the departed soul and strength to the family, relatives, and admirers of Ahuja to bear this irreparable loss.

Chandigarh, September 22 – Haryana’s Energy, Transport & Labour Minister Anil Vij said today that under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the Central Government has provided substantial relief to the people of India by simplifying the GST structure into just two primary slabs that is 5 percent and 18 percent.

He highlighted that citizens will receive an annual benefit of Rs. 2.5 lakh crore from this decision, which will continue year after year.

While interacting with media persons today, Vij explained that nearly 90 percent of goods previously taxed at the 28 percent slab have now been brought down to 18 percent, directly providing around 10 percent relief to consumers. Similarly, the 12 percent slab has been merged into 5 percent, giving the public an additional 7 percent benefit.

He added that while essential commodities are being made available at lower rates, health-hazardous and luxury items have been placed in a separate 40 percent slab.

Sh. Vij said that this reform comes at the start of the festive season, particularly ahead of Navratri, giving households significant financial relief while also boosting trade, increasing market demand, and encouraging the establishment of new industries and factories—creating fresh employment opportunities.

“Aligned with the Prime Minister’s vision of making India a developed nation by 2047, this decision will propel us forward at bullet-train speed. I am confident that it will lead to a remarkable acceleration in the nation’s growth rate,” Vij said.