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Haryana Urban Local Bodies Minister, Dr. Kamal Gupta today inaugurated the 67th National School Handball-19 (Boys and Girls) Sports Competition 2023-24 in Hisar today. As many as 1100 players of 27 teams from different states and institutions of the country have been participating in this competition. All these matches are to be held on league cum knockout basis.

While addressing the players Dr. Kamal Gupta said that sports foster unity and brotherhood within society and the nation. When athletes participate in competitions, their goal extends beyond just winning; it encompasses upholding sportsmanship, fostering competition, nurturing mutual affection, and promoting brotherhood.

Dr. Gupta emphasized that when a player steps onto the field with a sound mind and body, their mindset remains positive, enabling them to excel in competitions. During the event, he led all participants in a pledge to abstain from alcohol, drugs, and other harmful substances. Additionally, Dr. Gupta generously donated Rs. 3,01,000 from his discretionary grant to support the sports competition.

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Haryana, Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala said that the Haryana government is focusing on rural development. All Gram Panchayats will receive Rs. 2000 per person per year in their accounts for the development works. Gram Panchayats can develop their villages  based on their needs.

        Sh.Chautala was addressing the public meetings in the villages Sihma, Mayee, Nuni Kalan, Shahpur, Badgaon, Barkoda, Tajpur, Chindalia and Dohar Kalan on the last day of his two-day visit in Mahendragarh district.

        He stated that the government has prioritised numerous development projects in the state. As a result, Haryana now ranks first in the country in sports, industry, and tax collection.

The Deputy Chief Minister mentioned that the district Mahendragarh  was facing backwardness due to the non improvement of Narnaul-Dadri road for several decades. The current government has prioritised this route, spending Rs 300 crore on it, and it is now nearing completion.

He commended Haryana for setting an example in agriculture that other states are following, noting that 14 crops are purchased under the Minimum Support Price and 19 crops are purchased under the Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojana  in Haryana.

        He said that the government has provided relief to the citizens as 600 welfare schemes and services are made online. As a result of which the middlemen system has been eliminated.

        The Deputy Chief Minister said that the Haryana government has started the Mukhyamantri Kisan Khet Sadak Marg Yojana to strengthen  all the small roads in the villages. In the first phase of the scheme, 25 kilometres of 3 and 4  Karam roads will be constructed in the villages of each constituency. All roads will be constructed in a phased manner in the next 5 years.

        Various demands were raised in front of the Deputy CM regarding cremation grounds, e- libraries and various roads in several villages to which he gave a positive affirmation and mentioned the schemes for availing them easily and also directed the concerned officers for immediate resolution.

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Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister, Sh. J.P. Dalal said that the present state government is a farmer-friendly government and always cares for farmers. Whether it is a matter of crop damage due to natural calamities or not getting the right price for the produce, our government provides financial assistance to farmers in every situation. In the same vein, today more than Rs.31 crore was transferred to the bank accounts of 29,438 farmers in 7 districts as compensation for crop damage (wheat, mustard and barley) in the Rabi season 2022-23.

Under the Rabi season 2022-23, a claim of Rs. 16.42 crore has been released in Sirsa district, Rs. 10 crore 31 lakh 65 thousand in Rewari, Rs. 1.89 crore in Bhiwani, Rs. 1.44 crore in Kaithal, Rs. 1.36 crore in Kurukshetra, Rs. 35,900 in Faridabad and Rs. 18,000 in Panchkula district.

Sh. JP Dalal said that in the past 9 years, the state government under the leadership of Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal has taken many welfare decisions in the interest of farmers.

“Our government is working to strengthen farmers. From the year 2014 till now, in these 9 years, about Rs.11,000 crore have been transferred directly to the accounts of farmers as compensation, previously, when farmers took their crop to the market, they did not receive payment for six to seven months, but our government has created a system in which farmers do not face any difficulties in selling their crop.” said the Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister.

Sh. Dalal stated that the present  government has transferred money to the accounts of farmers within 72 hours. Not only this, before the year 2014, only 33,507 hectares of land in the state came under micro-irrigation, but in the tenure of the present government, today 4,26,636 hectares of land is irrigated by micro-irrigation system.

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Haryana Bureau of Public Enterprises, Chairman,  Sh. Subhash Barala said that the state government will form the ‘Haryana Farmer Producers Organisation’ policy to make farmers in the state more economically empowered. The terms and conditions of the policy will be simplified according to the needs of the farmers.

        Sh.Barala gave this information after chairing a meeting of stakeholders on the ‘Haryana Farmer Producers Organisation’ policy here today.

Sh.Barala, who also serves as the Chairman of the Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran executive committee, stated that Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal is concerned about farmers’ financial well-being. He wanted that the policy of the ‘Haryana Farmer Producers Organisation’ be finalised after considering the views of the ‘Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran’.

        Sh Barala said that most of the farmers still practise traditional farming, while the demand of the time is to adopt modern farming methods and get better prices for their crops or products through marketing. He held detailed discussions with stakeholders, including officers from the agriculture, horticulture, fisheries, animal husbandry, and banking departments, progressive farmers, and other stakeholders, and sought their suggestions too. He also sought suggestions from some farmers on how to solve problems encountered in establishing projects and earning more money.

        Sh. Barala, while presiding over the meeting, discussed the business model of ‘Haryana FPOs’, the current need for ‘Haryana FPOs’, and the problems faced by FPOs. He said that he is confident that the ‘Haryana FPOs’ policy will have favourable outcomes in the future and farmers will see its positive results which will gain more trust in the present government.

        CEO,Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran Sh. Bhupendra Singh, Director, Horticulture Department, Sh. Arjun Saini and other officers remained present during the meeting.

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The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra flagged off by Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal on November 30 in the state, continues to inspire citizens daily. So far, the Yatra has seen a magnificent participation of around 35.17 lakh  people, including the enthusiastic participation of People’s representatives.

        Meanwhile, giving another major boost to the morale of the participants participating in this Yatra, the Chief Minister will directly interact   with participants on January 7.

        A decision to this regard was taken in a review meeting chaired by the Chief Minister to review the yatra progress with the Deputy Commissioners held here today.

        Giving directions to officers, Sh. Manohar Lal said efforts should be made to increase citizen attendance in programs in each district, so that grievances of the citizens can be resolved on the spot. He stated that the objective of this yatra is to provide the benefits of the central and state government’s welfare schemes to citizens at their doorstep.

The Chief Minister further directed the officers  that during the Yatra, the number of stalls for flagship schemes like PPP, Ayushman Yojana, Nirogi Haryana, etc., should be increased, ensuring maximum citizens can avail the scheme benefits.

CM directs officers to form separate teams for IT and CRID, ensuring comprehensive resolution of every citizen’s complaints

The Chief Minister also directed the Deputy Commissioners regarding the formation of separate teams for the IT and Citizens Resource Information Department (CRID) to accept and ensure the complete resolution of citizens’ applications.

        He said that the Yatra will continue until January 26, and during this period, the goal should be to provide the benefits of every scheme to eligible individuals with the spirit of Antyodaya.

        The Chief Minister further directed that by January 26, nodal officers, appointed by the Deputy Commissioners, should record data related to programs held in each village. During the meeting, while reviewing district progress, the Chief Minister directed the Deputy Commissioners to raise awareness among people and ensure they benefit from the schemes. 

        Giving directions, Sh. Manohar Lal stated that performance in rural areas during the Yatra  is commendable, and the number of programs in cities should also be increased. For this purpose, there has been an increase in the number of  ‘Modi ki  Guarantee ki Gadi’, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

        During the meeting, the Chief Minister was apprised that the Yatra has reached 4802 Gram Panchayats/Wards, conducting various programs. In total, over 35.17 lakh people have actively participated in all the programs so far.

        It was further informed that during the Yatra health check-ups for 6,42,166 individuals were conducted. Additionally, 4,39,922 tuberculosis screenings were carried out. As part of the Yatra, 7,35,723 Ayushman Bharat cards were distributed, and registrations were done for 52,634 beneficiaries under the Suraksha Bima Yojana  and 31,427 beneficiaries under the Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana.

        The Chief Minister was apprised that under the Nirogi Haryana initiative, screening was done for 3,66,399 people. The Ayushman-Chirayu scheme received 1,10,693 applications. Moreover, 1,21,286 individuals registered under the ‘My Bharat Volunteers’ initiative.

        Principal  Chief Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, Director General, Information, Public Relations, Languages, and Culture Department, Sh. Mandip Singh Brar, Joint Director (Admn.), Information, Public Relations, Languages, and Culture Department, Sh. Gaurav Gupta, Joint Director (Press), Sh. Sahib Ram Godara and other officers also remained present in the meeting.

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Haryana Chief Secretary Shri Sanjeev Kaushal during his visit to District Nuh today participated in the Viksit Bharat-Sankalp Yatra and Jan Samvad programme organized in the village of Salaheri. He engaged with various departments’ stalls, distributing the government’s message to eligible individuals and overseeing the implementation of schemes.

Shri Kaushal meticulously gathered information about each department’s schemes, inquired about the benefits provided to beneficiaries, and engaged in meaningful conversations with them.

Addressing journalists after the programme, Chief Secretary Shri Sanjeev Kaushal highlighted the profound impact of the Vikas Bharat-Sankalp Yatra in connecting impoverished and marginalized individuals with government schemes. He said that numerous people are now availing scheme benefits at their doorsteps, enabling them to integrate into the mainstream. The visit showcased the benefits of several Central and State Government schemes, including Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Chief Minister Awas Yojana, Ayushman and Chirayu Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Swanidhi, Ujjwala Yojana, PPP error rectification, health check-ups, drone technology in farming, and more. Shri Kaushal said that ongoing efforts are underway to propel the country towards developed nation status, including Aadhar card updates during programs. Women are specifically benefiting from schemes like Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, simplifying the lives of mothers and sisters.

The event featured 25 stalls from various departments, providing villagers with diverse information.

        Mr. Anurag Rastogi, Finance and Planning Department, Commissioner of Gurugram Division, and Chairman of Mewat Development Agency, Mr. RC Bidhan, Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Dhirendra Khadgata, along with officials from various departments were present on this occasion.

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Recognizing Nuh’s potential as a flourishing hub for vegetable cultivation, Mr. Kaushal proposed the establishment of a large vegetable market, particularly benefiting farmers engaged in producing high-quality tomatoes and onions. Urging the swift implementation of sprinkler irrigation systems, he highlighted an ongoing canal-based project in Akeda, set to conclude in March, and called for increased outreach to farmers regarding crop insurance and soil health cards. To ensure the financial stability of farmers, Mr. Kaushal emphasized the crucial inclusion of farmers in the Bhavantar Bharpayi Yojana.

        While presiding over a review meeting for the Aspirational District Programme in Nuh today, the Chief Secretary meticulously assessed sectors such as health and nutrition, education, agriculture, water resources, and basic infrastructure. He underscored NITI Aayog’s heightened focus on the development of Nuh district, aligning the efforts of the Government of India and Government of Haryana with NITI Aayog’s norms. Directing the Deputy Commissioner to address pivotal issues and promptly submit proposals to the government for various programs and schemes, the Chief Secretary stressed the need for departments to set targets and timelines, surpassing state standards to position Nuh as a leading district.

        Emphasizing the pivotal role of the Health Department in grassroots-level initiatives for health and nutrition, the Chief Secretary, while acknowledging positive statistics on women’s institutional delivery, stressed the imperative of continuous maintenance. The Education Department officials received instructions to intensify efforts on children’s education and skill development, expanding successful initiatives like Balika Vahini to further reduce girls’ school dropouts. Positive outcomes from programs like Shiksha Sahayak were duly acknowledged.

        The Agriculture Department officials were advised to connect farmers with the crop insurance scheme, amplify Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) activities, and facilitate the creation of soil health cards for farmers. The Animal Husbandry Department received a call to promote the Livestock Scheme and provide necessary subsidies and loans. Furthermore, the Chief Secretary emphasized the considerable potential for skill development in the Nuh area, particularly in driving, urging swift action on related plans.

        The meeting included the presence of ACS, Finance and Planning Department, Mr. Anurag Rastogi, Chairman of Mewat Development Agency, Mr. RC Bidhan, Deputy Commissioner, Mr. Dhirendra Khadgata, Additional Deputy Commissioner, Ms. Renu Sogan, and other senior officers.