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Chandigarh, Punjab

NOBODY IS KHAAS AADMI IN AAM AADMI PARTY GOVT’S REGIME, SAYS AMAN ARORA AS HE ORDERS NO SERVICE SANS TOKEN AT SEWA KENDRAS

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IEP Chandigarh, April 8      

    In a bid to ensure equality in service delivery and end ‘Khaas Aadmi’ culture from the system, Punjab Governance Reforms and Grievances Redressal Minister Mr Aman Arora on Saturday directed all the Deputy Commissioners to make sure that no one should avail any service without token at Sewa Kendras in the state.          Mr Aman Arora has taken strict cognizance of news reports claiming few government officials trying to overpower the staff of Sewa Kendras to get services without even getting token. “We have also received complaints from some districts in this regard,” he said.          Mr. Aman Arora made it clear that this kind behaviour of government officials is totally unacceptable and appropriate action will be taken if any official found indulged in this practice.           He said that all citizens are equally important and entitled for all services being provided at Sewa Kendras. The main objective to open Sewa Kendras was to provide seamless services to public in transparent manner.          Minister Governance Reforms further instructed Sewa Kendra staff that in case of any complaint recieved in this regards shall not be tolerated and strict action shall be taken.          Asking the Director DGR to issue directions to all DCs in this regard, Mr Aman Arora said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann led Punjab Government has come to power to root out the ‘Khaas Aadmi’ culture so this practice must be curbed, he added.          The Cabinet Minister also asked the Department Governance Reforms (DGR) to start online token service at the earliest so that people can get their appointment token by sitting at home.

Chandigarh, Punjab

Power Minister Harbhajan Singh Inspects Shanan Power House at Joginder Nagar

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IEP Chandigarh, April 8     

     Punjab Power and P.W.D. Minister Harbhajan Singh E.T.O. on Saturday visited Shanan Power House at Joginder Nagar to inspect the power house.           While taking round of power house, the Minister stated that Punjab Government was fully concerned with the power house and shortly the requisite maintenance works would be initiated.          Lauding the engineers, employees and staff of the power house, Harbhajan Singh E.T.O. assured that all their genuine issues and needs would also be fulfilled as early as possible.          The Minister said that the Shanan Hydropower project constructed in 1932 by British Engineer Colonel B.C. Batty and his team, which started generating 48 MW power at that time. Presently, the power house is running with a capacity of generating 110 MW.          The Minister also expressed satisfaction that the project was playing a significant role in development of the country by providing power to the  consumers.

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Special felicitation programme organized for philanthropists who made  contributions to Hry CM Uphaar portal

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IEP Chandigarh, April 7 

A Special felicitation-cum-gift distribution programme was organized today for philanthropists for making contributions for the welfare of the society through CM Uphaar portal.          During the programme which was held at the Chief Minister’s residence Sant Kabir Kutir, Sh. Manohar Lal personally presented the gifts to them and also thanked them for showing such an incredible interest in serving humanity with their noble contributions.          “Every single gift I have received is an epitome of love and respect showered upon me by citizens and holds a special significance for me. Now I am assigning you the responsibility to uphold the grace and grandeur of the love shown to me,” said Sh. Manohar Lal.          Notably, in the first phase, contributions worth Rs. 1.15 crore have been made and the said amount will be used for the upliftment and welfare of the needy and poor.          Inspired by Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi who took the first-of-its-kind initiative of utilizing the funds raised from the gifts received by him for the Namami Gange Mission, Chief Minister too had dedicated to raise funds from the gifts received by him in the welfare of poor and unprivileged.          Sh. Manohar Lal said that arrangements have also been made to provide assistance to the needy from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. For this, a portal has been created and a Committee constituted at the district level under the Chairmanship of the Deputy Commissioner, which includes the CMO and one senior officer. This Committee scrutinizes the applications received for assistance and after thorough verification disburses a fixed amount to the actual beneficiaries.          “Inspired by Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s vision of Antyodaya, the present State Government is also dedicatedly to empower the last person at the last mile. Through the State Government’s ambitious Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) scheme, quality education, health, and security is being ensured to every such family,” said Sh. Manohar Lal.          He said that the field of education is also such an area, where apart from the government; cooperation of the society is needed. For this purpose, we have requested the educational institutions to organize regular alumni meetings so that the alumnus, can also give their pivotal contribution to their educational institution. Today we need to go on self-finance education mode, said the Chief Minister.

Chandigarh, Haryana

ASI and tout in ACB net, Tout was seeking Rs 30,000 bribe for police officer

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IEP Chandigarh, April 7

Haryana Anti Corruption Bureau has arrested a tout while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 30,000 on behalf of an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) who is posted at the Sadar Police Station, Ambala. On the statement of the tout, the ASI was arrested on the charges of demanding bribe.Sharing the information here today, a spokesperson of the Bureau said that police officer has been identified as Chandiram and the tout as Rajesh. The tout was accepting the money in lieu of helping the complainant in an FIR.          ASI Chandi Ram posted at Sadar Police Station, Ambala and tout Rajesh were nabbed on the complaint of Shanty Kumar,  a resident of Devi Nagar, Ambala City. The complaint states that accused police officer through Rajesh, a tout is demanding Rs 30,000 in lieu of not arresting his family members in a case already registered at Sadar Police Station.The complainant who did not wish to give the bribe approached the Bureau. After verifying the facts, a team was constituted which laid a trap and caught Rajesh red-handed accepting bribe of Rs 30,000.           The spokesperson further added that an investigation, in this case, is being done after the registration of a case against both accused under the Prevention of Corruption Act.

Chandigarh, Haryana

Hry CM dedicates two important projects worth 32 crores to the people of Gurugram

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IEP Chandigarh, April 7

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal  today dedicated two important projects worth 32 crores to the people of Gurugram. These include inauguration of Railway Over Bridge (ROB) from Basai Chowk to Dwarka Expressway and the rejuvenation and beautification of Sikanderpur waterbody and watershed in Gurugram district.          “To bring ease in the lives of the citizens of Gurugram, the government has done remarkable work in expanding the infrastructure facilities and while continuing the same, two important projects have been inaugurated today,” said  Sh. Manohar Lal. After the inauguration, the Chief Minister planted a sapling in the Sikandarpur Water Body Complex and also inspected the adjoining forest area.          The Chief Minister said that the newly constructed Railway Over Bridge at Basai will provide better connectivity to the people living in Hero-Honda Chowk to Dwarka Expressway and surrounding sectors in the coming times as well as decongest the old ROB on Gurugram-Jhajjar road, said Sh. Manohar Lal.          The four-lane ROB connecting Umang Bhardwaj Chowk to Northern Peripheral Road (NPR) in Gurugram has a length of 910 meters and was constructed at a cost of Rs 23 crore. Even before this, the Chief Minister had also inaugurated an 820 meter length and six-lane flyover and foot-over-bridge at Basai Chowk in the month of November last year.        The Chief Minister also inaugurated the Eco-restoration of the Sikanderpur Waterbody and Watershed project to restore 90 acres of the water body and watershed area of Sikanderpur.          An MOU was signed in April 2019 between GMDA, and Iamgurgaon to restore 90 acres of the water body and watershed area of Sikanderpur at a cost of Rs 9.1 crore. The aim of the project was to revive the area as an urban forest, with a vision to integrate it into the city’s larger greening strategy, forming one continuous green belt for Gurugram as part of the Aravali ridge.          Many private organizations provided financial help from CSR funds to make this project a reality. The projects also objectifies to make the space usable for the residents of Gurugram by cleaning and making it accessible, increase the city’s urban green cover through the plantation of native species, promote alternate mobility through the provision of walking/cycling tracks, promote recreation through the provision of public, open spaces and revive the water system by restoring the ponds and stormwater channels.          Notably, Sikanderpur waterbody has been revived and restored to its natural beauty. The work involved clearing the surrounding encroachments, removing garbage and debris accumulated in the water body and plugging the flow of sewage into the water body, among other initiatives. The plastic waste already present in this water body was segregated and it was ensured that the waste is disposed of responsibly in the nearby landfill. In addition, pipelines have been laid to channel rainwater to nearby residential areas. The revival of this water body has also reduced the risk of waterlogging in the area during the monsoon season. Along with this, fencing of the area, removal of debris, construction of nature trails and footpaths, and extensive plantation with local species of flora have also been done under the Eco-restoration of Sikanderpur Waterbody and Watershed Project.

Chandigarh, Haryana

In Haryana, free supplement will be given to the people who get precaution dose under the vaccination program to prevent Covid infection: Health Minister Anil Vij

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IEP Chandigarh, April 7-

Haryana Health and Family Welfare Minister, Sh. Anil Vij said that people in the state, who have got precaution dose under the vaccination program to prevent Covid infection, will be given free supplement so that the citizens of the state can be protected from Covid infection. Apart from this, he directed the officers of the health department that all the health workers should be given precaution dose as soon as possible.        Sh. Vij said this in a meeting organized with Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Sh. Mansukh Mandaviya through video conferencing here today.        He said that all health workers in the state will be given precaution dose as soon as possible and it has been made mandatory for all these workers to get this dose within 7 days after receiving the vaccine. He said that directions have been given to the officials to vaccinate people with Co-morbid and elderly people so that these people can be protected from Covid infection.        Informing the Union Health minister through video conferencing, Sh. Vij said that at present there are 1109 active cases of Covid in Haryana, out of which 25 are in hospital while 2 are on oxygen which are co-morbid. He informed that a sufficient number of machines, laboratories and other equipment are available in the state to deal with the Covid infection.         Apart from this, 103 percent first dose of Covid vaccination have been administered, 86 percent second dose has been administered in the state but along with motivating people to administer 100 percent third dose i.e. precaution dose, they should be given supplement. He said that apart from organizing health camps from time to time, wide publicity should also be done to administer precaution dose. Suggesting to the Union Minister, he said that if the rates of the vaccine are fixed, then the state government will be able to vaccinate the people by purchasing the vaccine from its own funds.        Appreciating the suggestion of Sh. Vij, Union Health Minister Sh. Mansukh Mandaviya said to all health ministers and secretaries of health departments across the country that wide publicity for Covid vaccination should be done through various mediums. He said that although people become careless about vaccination when the situation of Covid infection goes down, they should be aware of their health and can also go to private hospitals to get Covid vaccine. He said that right now XBB 1.16 sub-variants are active in India. The Union Health Minister instructed the State Health Ministers to conduct review meetings in their respective states, monitor health services, visit hospitals, conduct inspections to stop the sale of spurious medicines, and stressed on testing and genome sequencing.        After video conferencing, the Health Minister instructed the officials of the Health Department to continuously increase testing in the state and lay emphasis on genome sequencing. He said that according to the instructions, 140 per million testing should be done at the district level.Giving information about the steps taken to prevent Covid, he said that all Covid-19 positive samples are being sent for whole genome sequencing. Instructions have also been given regarding COVID-friendly behavior including wearing of masks by patients and health care workers in the hospital premises. Wearing masks has been made mandatory in crowded and high-risk places. Availability of Flu Corner in health facilities has been ensured for effective surveillance of Covid cases and testing for Influenza. The availability of COVID-19 related medicines is also being monitored at all levels as per the requirement in the health care facilities.        On this occasion, Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare Department, Dr. G. Anupama, Managing Director of National Health Mission Haryana, Dr. Prabhjot Singh, Joint Director of Medical Education and Research Department, Smt. Meenakshi Raj, Director of Health Services Department, Dr. V.K. Bansal and other senior officers of the Health Department were present.

Chandigarh, Punjab

Honest Government results in facilities to public with increase in revenue : CM Mann

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IEP Chandigarh, April 7     

     Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday said that due to strenuous efforts of the Aam Aadmi government the state has been transformed from ‘fiscal deficit’ to ‘fiscal profit’ state by massive generation of revenue.          Interacting with the media persons here at Punjab Bhawan, the Chief Minister said that though the previous governments had always thought of their own vested interests his Government has pulled all plugs to enhance the revenue in state. He said that these efforts have produced desired results as the state has been able to generate maximum revenue. Bhagwant Mann said that the honest government in state has changed the direction of fund flow from private houses of leaders to government exchequer.          The Chief Minister said that though the state government had launched the Excise policy by delay of three months but it has fetched revenue worth Rs 8841 crore in the state. He said that this is Rs 2587 crore more than last year which was roughly an increase of 41.41%. Bhagwant Mann said that the target for next financial year is Rs 9754 crore adding that this will also be achieved.          The Chief Minister said that the state government has for the first time presented a zero tax budget in the state. He said that this is first of its kind pro-people initiative which will go a long way is ensuring the welfare of people. Bhagwant Mann envisioned that no stone will be left unturned for the holistic development of the state and prosperity of its people.          Dwelling on another agenda, the Chief Minister said that the state has witnessed massive increase in the GST collection. He said that earlier the state was worst performing in GST collection but now with a hike of 16.6% Punjab is one of the top most performing state in GST collection. Bhagwant Mann said that the collection of last fiscal was Rs 18126 crore as compared to Rs 15542 crore of its previous year.          The Chief Minister said that in a landmark initiative the state government has taken a new experiment on giving an exemption of 2.25 % on stamp duty for land registration. He said that due to this in month of March revenue collection has enhanced from Rs 339 crore in February to Rs 658.68 crore. Bhagwant Mann said that as per the feedback of people the exemption has now been extended to April 30.          The Chief Minister said that though earlier PSPCL symbolised loss due to wrong policies of the successive state governments. However, he said that his government has taken unprecedented initiatives to strengthen the this public sector undertaking. Bhagwant Mann said that for the first time in history of state the government has released all the pending subsidy worth Rs 20,200 crore.          The Chief Minister said that out of this subsidy Rs 9063.79 crore has been given to Agriculture sector, Rs 8285.90 crore has been paid on domestic subsidies and Rs 2911 crore has been provided to industrial sector. He said that the state government has inherited a debt of Rs 9020 crore from previous governments and the state government has is also repaying the inherited loan through instalments worth Rs 1894 crore. Bhagwant Mann said that the state government has so far provided 3538 jobs to the youth in the power sector.          The Chief Minister said that due to strenuous efforts of the state government the power generation in state has enhanced manifolds. He said that already smooth and hassle free supply of coal has started from Jharkhand coal mine. Bhagwant Mann said that the state is heading towards becoming a power surplus state in the country.          The Chief Minister reiterated that the state government is exploring the possibility of moving to the court for seeking pending funds under the Rural Development Fund from the centre. He said that the Union government is unnecessarily harassing the state by stalling funds worth Rs 30000 crore under the RDF. Bhagwant Mann said that while the state government has completed all the formalities but then also the centre government has deliberately stalled the legitimate funds of the state which is sheer injustice with the state.          Listing the pro-people initiatives taken by the state government, the Chief Minister said that Punjab Government has so far given more than 28,000 jobs to youth across the state adding that the sole criteria for selection in this entire recruitment process is merit and the entire procedure is being followed in a transparent manner. He said that now these youth have become integral part of the socio-economic growth of state. Bhagwant Mann said that such a whopping number of jobs in merely one year reflect the commitment of the state government to ensure the well being of youth and opening new avenues of employment for them.

Chandigarh, Punjab

PUNJAB GOVT LEAVING NO STONE UNTURNED TO OPEN NEW JOB AVENUES FOR YOUTH: AMAN ARORA

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IEP Chandigarh, April 7     

     In order to bridge the gap between skilled manpower and industry requirements in the state, Punjab Employment Generation, Skill Development and Training Minister Mr Aman Arora interacted with representatives of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and other Industry Associations here at PEDA Complex.          Addressing the key players of Industry, Mr Aman Arora said that the main objective of this interaction was to get familiarise with the job requirements and other issues of the industry so that pool of skilled manpower could be developed for the industry, besides generating suitable job opportunities for the youth of Punjab.          Seeking suggestions from the industrialists during open house session, Punjab Employment Generation Minister said that their valuable suggestions will help the department to start the courses according to the industry demands. He said that his doors are always open for them in case they face any issue.          Director Employment Generation and Skill Development and Training Ms Deepti Uppal said that empanelment of the industries for skilling courses will be the prime focus of Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM). She also apprised about the National Apprenticeship Promotion Scheme, Empanelment of the industries with PSDM, training programs as per the job roles of the Industry demand and other programs of the department.          Chairman CII & owner of Tynor Orthodontics Mr. PJ Singh, Chairman Mohali Industries Association Mr. Anrag Aggarwal, Cheema Boilers Ltd Mr. HS Cheema, Executive Director Munjal Birmingham City University Dr. Prem Kumar, Birmingham City University Professor Julian Beer, KC group of Industries Mr. Vikas, Managing Director Jrew Engineering Ltd Mr. Rohit Grover were also present in the event. 

Chandigarh, Punjab

10 STATE OF THE ART UPSC COACHING CENTERS TO PROVIDE FREE COACHING TO THE YOUTH OF PUNJAB TO COME UP SOON: CM MANN

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IEP Chandigarh, April 7

          Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday announced to embark several new schemes to ensure the well being of youth and to channelise their unbounded energy in a positive direction.

          The Chief Minister, while interacting with the media here in Punjab Bhawan, said that in order to make youth an active partner in socio economic growth of state the Punjab government will soon launch several schemes. He said that the state government will soon embark a scheme for providing interest free loan to the youth. Bhagwant Mann said that this will help in opening new vistas of self employment for youth.

          The Chief Minister further announced that he will hold ‘Naujawan Sabha’ meetings with youth twice a month for a direct dialogue with them.  He said that the purpose of these meetings is to directly interact with the youth and get their feedback and suggestions so that the government can formulate policies suitable for them to start new businesses and undertake other innovative initiatives.  Bhagwant Mann said that a thorough discussion will be held with youth every 15 days, to take their suggestions for bolstering the agriculture, transport and other sectors.

          The Chief Minister also announced that state government will open 10 hi-tech centres for imparting training to the students for competitive exams. Bhagwant Mann said that these centres will provide quality training to youth for clearing the UPSC exams and sit on coveted positions in state and country. He said that the target of state government is to ensure that youth sit in high offices and not in the prisons by indulging in some illegal activity.

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Cabinet Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur inaugurated sewing training center at village Chak Duhewala

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IEP Chandigarh/Sri Muktsar Sahib, April 7     

     Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur while inaugurating the free sewing training center opened by Sarbat Da Bhala Charitable Trust at village Chak Duhewala of Malout Assembly Constituency to make girls and women self-reliant said that  Punjab government will highly honor the girls doing business.          Cabinet Minister added that the Punjab government is making efforts to raise the social and economic level of women and many schemes are being run for the welfare of women.          She further said that the opening of this sewing training centre will greatly benefit the girls and women around this village.On this occasion, she also heard the problems of the villagers.          During her visit, the Cabinet Minister also inaugurated the RO for drinking clean water at Civil Hospital Malout which has been set up here with the support of Sarbat Da Bhala Charitable Trust.          Minister appealed to the social service organizations to come forward to help the needy while showing solidarity for the betterment of the society.          Apart from others, Karamjit Sharma Block President, Ramesh Arnivala, Tinka Garg, Rajnish Garg, Gurlal Singh, Gursevak Singh and dignitaries were present on this occasion.