Chandigarh, December 15: Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, while inaugurating the second phase of the Chief Minister’s Good Governance Associates (CMGGA) 2025 in Sonipat today, said that this occasion is not just the launch of a programme, but a commitment to carry forward a new tradition of good governance in Haryana. He stated that governance is not merely about law and order, but an art of touching people’s hearts and understanding the pulse of society. Good governance is established when every citizen—farmer, labourer, youth, and women—feels that the government is their own. Transparency, accountability, and timely service are the core pillars of good governance.

The Chief Minister said that the CMGGA programme, launched in 2016, was inspired by the idea of how educated and energetic youth can be integrated into the mainstream of governance. This is not a job, but a process of transforming youth into “change-makers.” So far, more than 175 associates have been part of this programme, who visit villages, suggest solutions based on dialogue, and strengthen the foundation of real good governance on the ground.

Referring to Haryana’s historical and cultural heritage, the Chief Minister said that the 4,600-year-old civilization of Rakhigarhi is proof of the prosperity of this land. Through CMGGA, more than 70 percent of associates are still actively engaged in policy research, the social sector, and development work. Under ‘Antyodaya Saral,’ more than 600 government services have been made available online, while over 85 percent of families have been successfully registered under the ‘Parivar Pehchan Patra.’ Under the ‘Saksham Haryana’ campaign, nearly 14 lakh children are benefiting from improved education.

Providing details of the new format of CMGGA-2025, the Chief Minister said that the mantra of this phase is—“Innovation has happened, now it is time for implementation.” This time, Global Village Foundation has joined as the implementing agency and Rishihood University as the learning partner. A total of 27 associates will work on priority areas such as rural development, policy research, governance, climate policy, and data analytics. These candidates are from premier institutions like TISS, IIMs, and IITs, and have work experience in organizations such as NITI Aayog.

Chief Minister Sh. Saini said Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has resolved to make India a developed nation by 2047. Haryana is moving rapidly in this direction with the goal of becoming a trillion-dollar economy and generating new employment opportunities. This is not just economic expansion, but an agenda of human development.

Addressing the associates, he said that they should not view this opportunity merely as a certificate or a stepping stone in their careers, but as a mission of nation-building. Work with dedication, take every responsibility seriously, never compromise on truth and transparency, and always keep the spirit of innovation alive. Challenges will arise and mistakes may happen, but true leadership lies in learning from them and moving forward. Quoting the message of the Gita, he said, “Perform your duty without worrying about the outcome.”

The Chief Minister called upon everyone to work together through CMGGA-2025 to make Haryana a stronger, more prosperous, educated, healthy, secure, and well-governed state. With the resolve of a developed India, the time has come to move forward rapidly in the direction of building a developed Haryana.

On this occasion, BJP State President Mohanlal Badoli, MLA Krishna Gahlawat, MLA Pawan Kharkhoda, Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Yashpal Yadav, Chairman of Global Village Foundation Sumit Kumar, Former Railway Minister and Chancellor of Rishihood University, Sh. Suresh Prabhu, CEO of Rishihood University Sahil Aggarwal, and several other dignitaries were present.

Youth must ensure their role in realizing good governance

Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini also met separately with all the selected Chief Minister’s Good Governance Associates. He interacted with them, took their introductions, and congratulated them for working in Haryana. He said that the objective of the Chief Minister’s Good Governance Associates Programme (CMGGA) is to ensure the participation of youth in realizing the Chief Minister’s vision of good governance. This programme is not merely a fellowship or employment opportunity, but a powerful process to develop youth as “change-makers.” He said that all good governance policies of the government must be taken from the district level to the sub-division, block, and village levels. While challenges will arise, success belongs to those who face challenges and move forward. He emphasized that everyone must work with the spirit of Antyodaya. Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini also shared his experiences and handed over appointment letters to the associates.

Chandigarh, December 15, 2025: JSW MG Motor India today announced the launch of the All-New MG Hector, marking a significant step forward in bold design, unrivalled comfort, pioneering technology and dynamic driving experience in the SUV segment. The All-New Hector features a striking exterior with a new front and rear bumper design, an all-new grille design, new alloy wheels, and offers two new colours – Celadon Blue and Pearl White. The interiors sport Dual Tone Ice Grey Theme in the 5-seater trim and Dual Tone Urban Tan for the 6 and 7-seater trims, creating a more premium and inviting cabin ambiance. The All-New MG Hector range comes at a starting price of INR 11.99 lakh (Ex-Showroom) for limited units only.

The All-New MG Hector features the new Aura Hex Grille, a bold hexagonal structure that symbolises strength and precision. Adding to its confident road presence are the newly designed Aura Sculpt Bumpers at the front and rear, shaped to deliver a muscular, assertive stance from every angle. The SUV also sports the dynamic Aura Bolt Alloy Wheels, strong and expressive alloys designed to convey power even at standstill. Two contemporary new exterior colours, Celadon Blue and Pearl White, further elevate its modern design appeal, making The All-New Hector more stylish and attention-grabbing than ever.
The plush interiors of the All-New MG Hector will now offer two new colour themes- Dual Tone Urban Tan for the 6 and 7-seater variants, inspired by modern urban aesthetics to create a warm, upscale, and inviting ambiance, and Dual Tone Ice Grey for the 5-seater variant, featuring a sleek black-and-grey palette that delivers a refined and tech-forward environment. The theme and interiors are further elevated with Hydra Gloss Finish Accents, with hydrophobic black-blue inserts that add depth, elegance, and long-lasting durability. Complementing this elevated design are fabric inserts on the seats and Leather Pack*: dashboard, doors and console, Front Ventilated Seats, Telescopic & Tilt, Adjustable Steering and 6-Way Power Adjustable Driver Seat, enhancing comfort while maintaining a perfect balance of craftsmanship and everyday practicality.

The All-New Hector’s infotainment experience with its largest-in-segment (14-inch) HD portrait touch screen receives a significant performance boost through Smart Boost technology, offering enhanced processing for a smoother, faster, and seamless interface. The system’s responsiveness ensures an effortless and premium digital experience. Adding to this is the all-new and first-in-segment i-SWIPE Touch Gesture Control, enabling intuitive multi-touch operations such as two- and three-finger swipes for AC, music, and navigation. The innovative Digital Bluetooth® Key and Key Sharing capability* along with Predictive Maintenance Alerts, a first in the segment, Remote AC Control, offers enhanced convenience. This smartphone-like interaction elevates convenience and driving pleasure. The Full Digital Cluster with a 17.78 cm Embedded LCD Screen provides a modern and intuitive driver interface.
Speaking on the launch, Anurag Mehrotra, Managing Director, JSW MG Motor India, said, “The Hector was our maiden nameplate and quickly became synonymous with the MG brand, emerging as one of India’s most loved SUVs with 1,50,000 customers since its debut. With the All-New MG Hector, we take this legacy a notch higher by enhancing its design, comfort, and technology, offering an unmatched value proposition. We believe truly advanced mobility should not be an exclusive luxury reserved for the few. With this superior package, The All-New MG Hector will further democratize technology while setting a new benchmark for what a premium SUV can deliver.”

The All-New Hector also elevates safety and convenience for its users with the 360° HD Camera with Wheel View, offering complete surround visibility along with tyre-level perspective to simplify tight parking and manoeuvring. This also boosts practicality and visibility while ensuring complete surroundings awareness right down to the tyre level. The All-New Hector also comes loaded with standard safety features such as ABS, EBD, ESP, TCS, Hill Hold Control and Brake Assist. With these enhanced features and 1.5L Turbocharged Petrol engine (CVT & MT) offering 143 PS Power and 250 NM Torque, make The All-New Hector more stylish, intelligent, powerful and future-ready than ever.

Launched in 2019 as India’s First Internet Car, the MG Hector continues to raise the bar with a compelling combination of tech, safety, and style. It boasts best-in-class features such as a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, an immersive 35.56 cm (14-inch) HD infotainment system, 8-colour Ambient Mood Lighting and MG’s advanced i-SMART connected technology with 70+ features, and an advanced ADAS suite, offering a truly intelligent and distinctive driving experience. For added convenience, The All-New Hector also features Push Button Engine Start/Stop with a Smart Key and Anti Theft Immobilisation. It also offers automatic powered tailgate, air purifier with PM 2.5 filter, rain sensing wipers, Remote Control for Audio, AC & Mood Light in i-Smart App and front parking sensors. Available across multiple trims and seating configurations, The All-New Hector delivers enhanced comfort, smarter convenience, and elevated safety – making it a compelling choice for today’s SUV buyers.

The All-New Hector can also be purchased at 100% On Road Price funding with a tenure up to 84 months / 7years. Additionally, customers can also avail 100% funding support on the accessories of the new SUV.

The All-New Hector comes with the unique car ownership program “MG SHIELD,” offering after-sales service options. Customers will also benefit from the standard 3+3+3 package, including a three-year warranty with unlimited kilometers, three years of Roadside Assistance, and three labour-free periodic services. The owners of The All-New Hector can also customize their coverage by extending the warranty or roadside assistance or opting for the Protect plans, the company’s pre-paid maintenance packages for added peace of mind and a stress-free ownership experience.

Below is the Price List of Petrol variant and the Diesel variant of The All-New Hector will be introduced next year (2026).

CHANDIGARH/AMRITSAR, December 15:

          In a major breakthrough amidst the ongoing drive against terrorism and organised crime launched on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police, in close coordination with central agencies, has successfully intercepted and arrested two gangster-turned-terrorists linked with the banned terrorist organisation Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) immediately upon their arrival in Mumbai, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav here on Monday.

          Those arrested have been identified as Sajan Masih, a resident of Veroke in Gurdaspur and Sukhdev Kumar alias Munish Bedi, a resident of Lahori Gate in Amritsar. Both the accused persons have a substantial criminal history, with multiple cases of murder, attempt to murder, arms and explosives, and under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) registered against them at various police stations of Batala and Amritsar.

          DGP Gaurav Yadav said that both the arrested accused persons were the important nodes of Pak-based ISI-supported Harvinder Singh alias Rinda and USA-based detained BKI-operative Harpreet Singh alias Happy Passia. “They (arrested persons) were operating from overseas locations, including Dubai and Armenia, while attempting to orchestrate criminal and terror activities in Punjab,” he said, while terming it as a big success of the Punjab Police.

          Pertinently, as part of this sustained efforts, Punjab Police has got issued Look Out Circulars (LOC) and Red Corner Notices against various wanted criminals, who have taken shelter at foreign lands, which helped in tracking both the criminals.

          The DGP said that preliminary investigation has revealed that accused persons were part of a network involving BKI, responsible for several grenade attacks on police stations in Amritsar and Batala, and the killings of Hardeep Singh of Jourrian Kalan and Kiryana store owner Ravi Kumar of Dera Baba Nanak. Accused Sajan Masih was also coordinating with another key associate, Shamsher Shera alias Honey, currently based in Armenia, he said.

          Sharing operational details, AIG SSOC Amritsar Sukhminder Singh Mann said that acting on specific intelligence inputs developed in close coordination with central agencies, a joint team of the State Special Operation Cell (SSOC) Amritsar and Counter Intelligence, Pathankot, swiftly dispatched to Mumbai and took both criminals into custody, as soon as they landed.

          The AIG said that both the arrested persons were actively involved in providing logistical support, funding channels, and strategic direction to their foot soldiers operating in Punjab.

          Meanwhile, both accused have been arrested in connection with FIR No. 47 dated 25-08-2025 registered under sections 25, 29 and 30 of the Arms Act and section 61(2) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at Police Station SSOC Amritsar.

New Delhi/Chandigarh, December 15

Aam Aadmi Party Lok Sabha MP from Sangrur, Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, raised several pressing issues and demands for grants while speaking on the Supplementary Demands in Parliament.

Meet Hayer demanded that Anganwadi workers and helpers be regularised and that the meagre honorarium paid to them be increased. He also demanded that, in addition to the announced ₹1,600 crore flood relief package for Punjab, an additional ₹20,000 crore be given to compensate for the actual losses suffered by the state due to floods. Citing population growth, in the absence of a census, he also demanded the immediate issuance of new ration cards under the Public Distribution System. He further stated that grants in sports should be allocated to states based on their sporting performance.

Taking a dig at the “Viksit Bharat” model, Meet Hayer said that India ranks 102nd out of 123 countries on the Global Hunger Index. He said Anganwadi workers play a crucial role in child development, yet they are subjected to exploitation. The Centre provides only ₹4,500 to workers and ₹2,250 to helpers. He demanded that the government increase their honorarium, fix a permanent salary, and regularise their services.

Referring to the devastating floods in Punjab, the AAP MP said the state suffered financial losses amounting to ₹20,000 crore and that the basic infrastructure was badly damaged. He said the Prime Minister had announced a flood relief package of ₹1,600 crore for Punjab, but nothing has been received so far. He demanded that the Centre immediately release ₹20,000 crore along with the announced flood package.

Raising the issue of the shortage of ration cards under the Public Distribution System, Meet Hayer said that due to COVID, the census was not conducted in 2021 and there appears to be no possibility of it being conducted in the near future either. He said that according to the 2011 census, 1,41,45,000 ration cards were issued in Punjab, whereas due to population growth, the number of families below the poverty line has also increased, necessitating an increase in the number of ration cards in the state.

Highlighting discrimination against Punjab in sports grants, Meet Hayer said Punjab was sidelined in the Khelo India grants, while Gujarat was given crores of rupees in 2024. He said that Gujarat did not win a single medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, whereas eight players from Punjab won medals in hockey. He added that Punjab has villages like Sansarpur that have produced multiple medal-winning athletes from a single village. He demanded that sports grants be allocated to states based on their sporting performance. He further said that India is set to host the Commonwealth Games in 2030, but the Central Government has not made any demand for sports in the supplementary grants this time.

Chandigarh, December 15:

To protect wildlife in Punjab and to curb crimes related to it, under the directions issued by the Chief Wildlife Warden Punjab Shri Basanta Raj Kumar, IFS, Shri Satinder Kumar Sagar, IFS (Chief Conservator of Forests, Wildlife); and Shri Vishal Chauhan, IFS (Conservator of Forests, Parks and Protected Circle), and following the zero-tolerance policy against wildlife crime, the Divisional Forest Officer, Wildlife Division Phillaur, Shri Vikram Singh Kundra, IFS, constituted a team on the basis of secret information regarding trafficking of wildlife parts.

The team was formed under the leadership of Shri Jaswant Singh, Range Officer, Jalandhar, and included Nirmaljit Singh (Block Officer), Malkiat Singh (Forest Guard), Navtej Singh Bath from Jalandhar Range, and Ranjit Singh (Block Officer), Bobinder Singh and Ranbir Singh Uppal from Kapurthala Range.

The team laid a trap in Nakodar, where one of the team members acted as a customer and struck a deal with the trafficker. At the spot, Bony Arora, son of Bharat Bhushan, resident of Nakodar, arrived to deliver the material and was immediately arrested by the team. From his possession, two cut pieces of sambar antlers, six pieces of “hathajodi,” and the parts of a wild cat were recovered.

During interrogation, Bony Arora disclosed that this material had been sent to him by Shivam Gupta, son of Gulshan Rai, resident of Nakodar, who runs a shop named “Durga Dass Pansari.” The team immediately conducted a raid at Shivam Gupta’s shop and questioned him. He admitted that he was involved in the business of wildlife parts and that he himself had sent the material to Bony Arora for delivery. He further disclosed that he purchased this material from Deepak alias Kala, son of Vijay Kumar Gupta, resident of Nakodar, District Jalandhar, who runs a shop named “Valaiti Ram Pansari and Grocery Store” in Nakodar.

The team immediately raided the shop of Deepak alias Kala and recovered two cut pieces of sambar antlers and one “hathajodi” from his possession. During interrogation, Deepak alias Kala admitted that he had supplied this material to Shivam Gupta.

The team arrested all three accused along with the recovered items and produced them at Police Station Nakodar, where an FIR was registered against them under the relevant sections of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 (Amended 2003).

On this occasion, Range Officer Shri Jaswant Singh stated that trading in wildlife parts is a punishable offence, and no person involved in such illegal activities will be spared. Strict legal action will be taken against them, and further investigation is ongoing to identify other accused connected with this case.

Chandigarh:

Well-known authors of children’s books and renowned storytellers are participating in the ‘Paper Trails Literary Fest- 2025’ organised by FirstSteps School at the school’s Sec 26 premises.

The children’s literature writers and storytellers interacted with the media on the side-lines of the lit fest which is on till Dec 17. Those who spoke to reporters included prolific children’s literature writer Asha Nehemiah, Meghaa Gupta whose children’s books have been critically acclaimed, Vidya Mani – who creates children’s books and magazines for publishers and the versatile writer & storyteller Shyam Madhavan Sarada Aka Greystroke.Deeptha Vivekanand a renowned storyteller too was present.  The children’s literature experts were joined by Japji Cheema, Chairperson, FirstSteps School, who shared the school’s perspective on the lit fest. The school’s Principal, Jasbir Kaur also interacted with the media. 

Japji Cheema said, “This Literary fest aims to bring books, authors, and young readers together, turning solitary reading into a shared experience. The festival will see story telling sessions, illustration activity for book covers, book readings and more, by leading children’s literature authors and storytellers.”

Principal of the school Jasbir Kaur said,“We are an International Baccalaureate(IB)school. We move beyond rote memorization to deep conceptual understanding and real-world application. The lit fest is an activity in the direction of making children aware about the importance of reading & writing through interactions with real world experts. I am happy to announce from this platform that we are soon coming up with an IB School in Panchkula too.”

Asha Nehemiah who has authored a bevy of children’s books like ‘The Rajah’s Moustache’; ‘Granny’s Sari’; ‘Mrs Woolly’s Funny Sweaters’; ‘Thieves and AHA! Adventures’ among many more shared her views about the importance of lit fests focused particularly on children.

Meghaa Gupta who is known for her history series on Independent India published by Penguin Random House expressed her joy at being a part of ‘Paper Trails’.

Vidya Mani who is an editor and children’s writer, runs a content and design studio called ‘Melting Pot’. She has edited children’s magazines like Chatterbox, Quest, Junior Quest, Hoot and Toot. Vidya spoke about her interactions with children about the importance of literature to build a strong foundation.  

Shyam Madhavan Sarada Aka Greystroke who is an illustrator, cartoonist, art director, publisher and his book Wailers Three, published by Pratham Books, is a CBSE recommended reader for English for the Kendriya Vidyalaya schools. An established writer & storyteller he said that the lit fest is a great way to popularise the habits of reading and writing among young learners.

On Dec 15, Vidya and Greystroke conducted a magazine illustration workshop. There was story telling by Deeptha Vivekanand – a professional storyteller and educator On Dec 16 Kapil Pandey, an international storyteller, will conduct a storytelling session. On Dec 17 Greystroke will do a story-telling workshop and Dec 17 itself Punjabi day will also be observed. Asha Nehemiah and Meghaa Gupta too conducted literary sessions during the festival. Shiraz Saini, a multifaceted and naturally gifted storyteller, too participated in the lit fest.

It is noteworthy that school students have participated in poetry and writing activities all month long and have also prepared a showcase to exhibit their enquiry cycle based on literature. What’s more, a Travelling Children’s Bookshop by Funky Rainbow has put up books – especially of the authors, illustrators and storytellers visiting the school for the lit fest.

Chandigarh , December 15: Haryana Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the role of the police extends beyond merely controlling crime; it also involves instilling a sense of security, trust and faith in justice among the common citizens. He emphasized that public trust is the greatest asset of any democracy.

The Chief Minister was presiding over a state-level security conference on the theme “Viksit Bharat – Security Dimensions”, held today in Panchkula.

The conference was attended by Director Generals of Police, Additional Directors General of Police, Inspectors General of Police, Police Commissioners, Superintendents of Police, representatives of the Government of India, and several other senior officers.

The Chief Minister said that the State Government firmly believes that sustained development is possible only when the law and order situation remains strong, fair and impartial. He emphasized that the success of major initiatives in investment, industry, education, health and social development is directly linked to the efficiency, integrity and professional competence of the police force.

Addressing the officers present, he stated that they are not only the custodians of law and order but also the strong foundation of good governance and social stability in the State. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also lauded the courage, dedication and discipline of every jawan and officer of the Haryana Police, who are working tirelessly, day and night, in the field.

He said that Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi had participated in the 60th All India Conference of Directors General of Police and Inspectors General of Police, held in Raipur in November last year. The three-day conference was organised on the theme “Viksit Bharat – Security Dimensions.” The Chief Minister said that the ideas and guidance provided by the Prime Minister during the conference serve as guiding principles for all, and are giving a new direction to police strategy at the state level.

Referring to Operation Hotspot Domination, the Chief Minister said that over the past few years, the Haryana Police has achieved significant success against inter-state gangs, drug traffickers and cybercriminals. Under this operation, more than 2,000 criminals were arrested within 12 days. He further said that Operation Track Town has also created a strong deterrent effect among criminals. Under this operation, 7,587 criminals were sent to jail in 23 days, and illegal property worth Rs. 168 crore was seized.

Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the present era is driven by technology, and it is imperative for the police to remain updated with advanced technological tools. He issued necessary directions for the installation of CCTV cameras at crime-sensitive locations across the state. Emphasizing public expectations, he said that whenever an incident occurs, people look towards the system for justice, and it is our collective responsibility to uphold this trust.

The Chief Minister further stressed the need for concrete and sustained efforts towards de-addiction in society. He said that while strict action is being taken to curb drug abuse, creating widespread public awareness is equally important. Under the de-addiction campaign, the government has been organizing cyclothons, marathons, and other awareness programmes from time to time, which are yielding encouraging results.

On this occasion, Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Dr. Sumita Misra said that 108 recommendations were made during the DG/IG Conference held last year, and almost all of them have been successfully implemented. She informed that 107 new recommendations have been made this year as well, which will be completed within the stipulated time frame. Dr. Misra further said that Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini has made a historic announcement to increase the representation of women police personnel in the state from 15 percent to 25 percent, reflecting the government’s strong commitment towards women empowerment and inclusive policing.

She informed that the recruitment process for 5,750 police personnel is currently underway, which includes the recruitment of 950 women police personnel. In addition, the state government has also approved the recruitment of 550 additional women constables in the police force.

Speaking on the occasion, Director General of Police Sh O.P. Singh emphasized the critical role of technology in effectively addressing crime-related challenges. He said that in the present times, technological tools such as CCTV cameras have proved instrumental in solving several major cases and strengthening policing outcomes.

The DGP assured that the Haryana Police will make a meaningful and sustained contribution towards realizing the vision of a Developed India by 2047. He further expressed confidence that under the able leadership of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini, the police force will continue to perform its duties with dedication, professionalism and commitment to public service.

Chandigarh, December 15 – The Haryana Government has issued orders for the transfer and posting of 8 IAS and 24 HCS officers with immediate effect.

Sh. Yogesh Kumar, who was serving as Secretary, HAFED, and Additional Director (Administration), Hospitality Department, has been appointed as Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Karnal and District Municipal Commissioner, Karnal.

Subitha Dhaka, awaiting posting orders, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Palwal.

Jaideep Kumar, who was serving as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Palwal, has been appointed as Mission Director, Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban).

Sonu Bhatt, Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, CEO Zila Parishad and DRDA, Karnal, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Gurugram. He has also been given the additional charge of Additional Managing Director, HSIIDC, and CEO, Global City Project, Gurugram.

Vivek Arya, serving as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer and CEO, Zila Parishad and DRDA, Jind, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Kurukshetra.

Abhinav Siwach, who was serving as Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil), Pehowa, has been posted as Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil), Bahadurgarh.

Among HCS officers, Vatsal Vashishth, who was serving as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Gurugram, has been posted as OSD-1 to the Chief Secretary.

Yogesh Kumar Mehta, who was serving as Additional Director (Administration) and Special Secretary in the Information, Public Relations and Languages Department, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner, Karnal.

Pradeep Kumar-2, who was serving as Special Officer (Sanitation), Rohtak, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Jind.

Dr. Sushil Kumar-2, who was serving as District Municipal Commissioner, Jhajjar, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Kaithal.

Virat, who was serving as OSD to the Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Ambala, and Special Officer, APZ, Ambala, in addition to his present duties.

Tarun Kumar Pawaria, who was serving as Joint Secretary in the General Administration, Foreign Cooperation and Coordination Department, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner, Mahendragarh.

Gaurav Kumar, Additional Director (Administration) and Joint Secretary in the Secondary Education Department, has been appointed as Secretary, State Election Commission, Haryana.

Bharat Bhushan Gogia, General Manager, Haryana Roadways, Gurugram, has been posted as Additional Director, MSME Department.

Richa, who was awaiting posting, has been appointed as Additional Director (Admn), Secondary Education and Joint Secretary, School Education Department.

Major (Retd.) Gayatri Ahlawat, who was serving as General Manager, Haryana Roadways, Fatehabad, has been appointed as General Manager, Haryana Roadways, Gurugram.

Pradeep Ahlawat-2, who was serving as Special Officer (Sanitation), Manesar, has been appointed as SDO (Civil), Tosham.

Sumeet Sihag, who was awaiting posting, has been appointed as Joint Director, Consolidation of Land Holdings, and Deputy Secretary, Revenue and Disaster Management Department.

Similarly, Pradeep Kumar-3 has been transferred from Special Officer (Sanitation), Panipat, and appointed as SDO (Civil), Karnal.

Anil Kumar Yadav has been transferred from Special Officer (Sanitation), Yamunanagar, and appointed as SDO (Civil), Indri.

Sushil Kumar-4, Joint Director (Administration), Food and Drug Administration, and Joint Registrar, Cooperative Societies, has been appointed as CEO, Zila Parishad and DRDA, Yamunanagar, and Joint Registrar, Cooperative Societies.

Dheeraj Chahal, Joint Director, MSME, has been posted as Joint Director, Mining and Geology Department.

Anil Kumar Doon has been transferred from Special Officer (Sanitation), Sonipat, and appointed as SDO (Civil), Pehowa.

Ankita Adhikari, who was serving as Registrar, Haryana State Pharmacy Council, has been given the additional charge of Joint Labour Commissioner (Administration), Labour Department, in addition to her present duties.

Apratim Singh, City Magistrate, Palwal, has been appointed as SDO (Civil), Hathin.

Preeti Rawat, City Magistrate, Charkhi Dadri, has been appointed as City Magistrate, Palwal.

Suresh, who was awaiting posting, has been appointed as Joint Director (Administration), Shaheed Hasan Khan Mewati Government Medical College, Nalhar (Nuh).

Posting orders of Dr. Vaishali Sharma and Ravi Meena (IAS) and Ashok Kumar and Naseeb Kumar (HCS) will be issued separately.

Chandigarh, December 15 – Haryana has taken a major step towards strengthening public safety and improving ease of governance with the notification of comprehensive new guidelines for the issuance and renewal of Fire Safety Certificates (FSC). The policy, framed under the Haryana Fire and Emergency Services Act, 2022, introduces a technology-driven, transparent, and time-bound mechanism, setting a new benchmark in fire safety administration and was formally notified on December 9, 2025.

Financial Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary, Revenue and Disaster Management, Dr. Sumita Misra said the new system aims to ensure faster service delivery without compromising on safety standards. The policy introduces an Empanelled Agency system along with an automated online approval process, significantly reducing procedural delays.

*Automatic Online Approval with Built-In Oversight*

Under the revised procedure, Fire Safety Certificates—both for new applications and renewals—will be issued automatically through an online portal once the application is supported by a certification report from an Empanelled Agency. This reform is expected to substantially cut down inspection-related bottlenecks and enhance predictability for applicants.

To ensure transparency and impartiality, the Empanelled Agency assigned for inspection will be selected randomly by the online system for the concerned division. At the same time, the policy retains strong government oversight. A mandatory physical verification of 25 per cent cases by a Fire Officer and 10 per cent cases by the Joint Director (Technical) will be carried out on a random basis within 30 days of certificate issuance.

*Higher Standards for Fire Safety Audits*

The policy places strong emphasis on professional competence. Empanelled Agencies must meet stringent eligibility criteria, including the requirement that the lead member possesses a Bachelor of Engineering (Fire) or equivalent qualification, along with a minimum of four years’ experience in fire protection systems or service in a government fire department.

These agencies will conduct comprehensive fire safety audits, including assessment of fire hazards, electrical safety, verification of active systems such as sprinklers and hydrants, evaluation of passive fire protection measures, and review of staff training and emergency preparedness.

By delegating detailed technical audits to qualified professionals, the government aims to ensure strict compliance with the Haryana Fire and Emergency Services Act, 2022 and the National Building Code of India, 2016, thereby enhancing safety standards across public and private buildings.

The new policy is scheduled to be fully implemented by March 31, 2026, marking a significant reform in Haryana’s fire safety regulatory framework.