IEP Chandigarh, August 14

The Director General of Police (DGP), Haryana, Sh. P.K. Agrawal emphasized the value of good intentions and candor during a farewell parade ceremony held in his honour at the Haryana Police Academy, Madhuban. Mr. Agrawal, who is set to retire on August 15 after an illustrious 35-year career, was the chief guest at the event.

In his address, Sh. Agrawal expressed his belief that genuine intentions and honesty are universally appreciated. He underscored the importance of credibility and noble purpose in the life of a police officer, asserting that possessing these qualities equips an officer to confront even the most formidable challenges.

The farewell parade, a customary tradition, was organized to bid farewell to Mr. Agrawal. The chief guest inspected the parade and received a salute. In adherence to tradition, an open gypsy adorned with flowers symbolized his departure from Madhuban, as flowers rained down to mark this occasion.

Reflecting on his tenure as the DGP Haryana, Mr. Agarwal expressed his deep gratitude for the opportunity to lead the force for two years. He conveyed his confidence in the potential of the Haryana Police, affirming that it is capable of effectively handling various spheres such as crime investigation, maintaining law and order, excelling in sports, and upholding human values.

Mr. Agrawal extended his heartfelt thanks to the Chief Minister and Home Minister for their support in approving proposals aimed at benefiting the Haryana Police personnel. These proposals encompassed initiatives such as free health check-ups, accident insurance coverage of up to Rs 1 crore, mobile phone allowances, Rs 3000 per month allowance for hospitality arrangements for thana munshi, provision of a maximum 20 daily allowance to all police personnel and a 10 percent additional allowance of basic pay for Special Task Force (STF) and CID personnel.

 Acknowledging the efforts to boost the morale of the police force, Mr. Agrawal highlighted the introduction of three state-level medals: Chief Minister’s Bravery Medal, Home Minister’s Utkrisht Anveshan Medal, and Director General of Police’s Uttam Seva Medal. He lauded the achievements of the Haryana Police players, honoring them with certificates and cash prizes for their excellence in the World Police and Fire Games 2023 held in Canada.

The Director of Haryana Police Academy, Dr. CS Rao, warmly welcomed DGP Agrawal and his wife, Mrs. Kalpana Agarwal, along with esteemed guests. Dr. Rao recounted the impressive trajectory of DGP Agarwal’s service, tracing his journey from being an IPS officer of the 1988 batch to his leadership roles across various districts and divisions.              

Dr. Arun Singh, Deputy Inspector General at the Haryana Police Academy, delivered the vote of thanks. The event witnessed the presence of dignitaries from various ranks within the police force, including DGP Haryana Prisons Mohd Akil, ADGP CID Alok Mittal, ADGP Law and Order Mamta Singh, ADGP South Range Dr. M Ravi Kiran, IGP (Modernization) Amitabh Singh Dhillon, IGP Administration Sanjay Kumar, IGP Security Saurabh Singh, IGP Traffic Hardeep Singh Doon, IGP Ambala Range Shivash Kaviraj, IGP Rohtak Range Rakesh Arya, IGP Karnal Range Satender Gupta, CP Sonipat Sateesh Balan and several others.

IEP Chandigarh, August 14

A grand Tiranga Yatra was taken out  in Karnal city on Monday. Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal led the yatra.  

Before starting the yatra, the Chief Minister said, “We got our freedom after a lot of sacrifices, we are determined to uphold and preserve this hard-won freedom”, Chief Minister.

He also conveyed his warm regards and well wishes to the residents of Karnal and the entire state on the occasion of Independence Day and emphasized on the importance of working towards the country’s progress and dedicating our lives to its service.

The Chief Minister said that India achieved independence on August, 15 1947 and to celebrate this, Prime, Sh. Minister Narendra Modi had given a call to organize a Tiranga Yatra organized nationwide and the Tiranga Yatra  being organized in Karnal is part of this call.  Today marks the eve of Independence Day, a day when we also remember the tragic Partition. The British colonial powers partitioned our land, causing immense suffering for countless individuals, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

A large number of people reached the Ramlila Ground for the Tiranga Yatra carrying tricolour in their hands and gave a warm welcome to the Chief Minister who was leading the Tiranga Yatra.  The Tiranga Yatra started from Ramlila Ground. After this it reached Sabzi Mandi Chowk via Maharishi Valmiki Chowk in front of Karan Gate. During this people showered flowers on the yatra. After this, the yatra proceeded towards Nehru Place and then the Yatra Mahavir Dal again reached Karan Sweets via Sanatan Dharma Mandir and concluded at Ramlila Ground via the old bus stand.

As the Tiranga Yatra passed through the city, the streets of the city echoed with the cheers of Bharat Mata. Ki Jai The whole atmosphere was painted in the colour of patriotism. Everyone warmly welcomed the visit.

State General Secretary, Sh. Vedpal Advocate, Mayor, Smt. Renu bala Gupta, MP, Sh. Sanjay Bhatia, Indri MLA, Sh. Ram Kumar Kashyap and other dignitaries remained present on the occasion.

from their grandmothers. In fact, that partition was not only a partition of the geographical boundaries of our country, but also a partition of the hearts and emotions of the people,” said Sh. Manohar LaL.

        Speaking on  this occasion, Mahamandaleshwar Swami Dharmadev ji said that after the announcement of the Prime Minister  the entire country is celebrating Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas and while complying with the same a grand programme is being organized today in Haryana.

        Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal is an energetic, successful and intelligent  personality. He is completely dedicated to public service  and has dedicated his entire  life for public service, he added.

        Member of Parliament, Smt. Sunita Duggal, MLA, Sh. Subhash Sudha, Chairman, Haryana Public Enterprises Bureau, Sh. Subhash Barala, MLA, Sh. Dura Ram, Sh. Laxman Napa, Sh. Ghanshyam Dass Arora, Sh. Vinod Bhyana, Sh. Krishan Midda, Smt Seema Trikha and other dignitaries remained present on this occasion.

IEP Chandigarh, August 14

On the eve of Independence Day, 12 Haryana police officers and personnel have been selected to receive the President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service (PPMDS) and Police Medals for Meritorious Service (PMMS).

Giving this information here today, a Haryana Police spokesperson informed that the medals were announced by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs.

While two officers have been selected to be decorated with the prestigious President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service and 10 other cops are to be awarded with the Police Medal for Meritorious Service.

 Udai Raj Singh Tanwar, Deputy Superintendent of Police, CID and Janak Kumari Lady Sub Inspector CID has been selected to be awarded with the President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service.

Those who have been selected to be decorated with Police Medal for Meritorious Service include Rahul Dev DSP Jhajjar, Virender Singh Deputy Commissioner of Police Sonipat, Naveen Kumar Assistant Sub Inspector Hisar, Rajbala Lady Sub Inspector Gurugram, Ram Pal Inspector Yamunanagar, Sunil Kumar Sub Inspector Commando Newal Karnal, Surender Partap Head Constable State Crime Branch Panchkula, Virender Kumar ASI Panchkula, Yudhvir Singh Sub Inspector Anti Corruption Bureau Gurugram and Joginder Singh ASI Rohtak.

Director General of Police (DGP) Sh. P.K. Agrawal expressed his heartfelt congratulations to all the police officers and officials who have earned this remarkable distinction. He said that this achievement brings great pride and honour not only to the recipients but to the entire police force of Haryana. Conveyed his best wishes for their future endeavours, he expressed his hope that their success and recognition will continue to grow. This well-deserved acknowledgment will undoubtedly boost their morale, and it will stand as a shining example for others to follow.

IEP Chandigarh, August 14

Haryana Chief Secretary, Mr. Sanjeev Kaushal today disclosed that the Haryana Institute of Public Administration (HIPA) has initiated Mission Karmayogi Haryana, a pioneering endeavor aimed at revolutionizing the state’s governance landscape by providing ethical and responsive governance training to over 3.3 lakh government officials.

        While presiding over the 75th Executive Council Meeting of HIPA here today, Mr. Kaushal stated that the mission is grounded in three fundamental objectives including inspiring officials to embrace professionalism and excel in their respective domains, emphasizing the significance of accountability among government officials, and fostering a sense of pride in government officials for their roles and contributions.

        Mr. Kaushal said that Mission Karmayogi Haryana is a pioneering effort that will set a precedent for ethics training across the nation. By nurturing a workforce of empowered, accountable, and proud government officials, Haryana is poised to usher in a new era of ethical and responsive governance.

Mr. Kaushal said that the journey of training will set forth with the preparation of Master Trainers, slated to commence on September 4, 2023. The inaugural group of Master Trainers will be adeptly equipped with essential skills and knowledge by September 5t, 2023, coinciding with the celebration of Teachers’ Day. Subsequently, these proficient Master Trainers will embark on the esteemed mission of training district officials, commencing on September 7th, 2023.

        He underscored that Mission Karmayogi Haryana draws its roots from the profound principles of Indian Philosophy and Epics. The mission’s essence strives to elevate officials beyond the realm of mere “Karmacharis” to the stature of empowered “Karmayogis,” propelled by a profound spirit of service (Seva Bhav). This transformative initiative envisions a transition from a rule-centered approach to one founded on roles, accentuating reverence for individual self-worth, diversity, and inherent rights.

He said that notable personalities from diverse fields, including IITs, IIMs, Public Administration, and Yoga Gurus, have collaboratively shaped the mission’s framework. With a focus on holistic competence, professionalism, and ethical behavior, the training modules aim to invigorate officials’ inner selves, fostering positive change and empowering them to lead by example.

Giving the details, Director General, HIPA, Ms. Chandralekha Mukherjee apprised that a comprehensive Training Report will be meticulously prepared to measure the effectiveness of the training program. The report will seamlessly integrate with the findings of an impact assessment, which will be conducted by a third-party entity. 40 dynamic video clips, each spanning 3-5 minutes, will be created to encapsulate key training content and messages from eminent speakers. The clips will be shared via Whats App, serving as post-training nudges. A bilingual (English & Hindi) takeaway booklet encapsulating ethical values and principles will be made available on the official website of the Government of Haryana. Master Trainers will undergo a rigorous training process, spanning two days, where they will engage with the program’s objectives. The training will be held at three prominent venues: HIPA, HPA Madhuban, and Panchkula. The comprehensive curriculum will comprise three modules and provide practical exposure through an e-platform. An advanced dashboard will be established for real-time progress monitoring at the district level. Additionally, a dedicated helpline will be set up to offer technical support from various district training centers.

The launch of Mission Karmayogi Haryana marks just the beginning of the state’s commitment to ethical and responsive governance. The program’s Phase II will build upon these foundations, further enhancing the capacities and capabilities of civil servants across the state. Through collective dedication and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Mission Karmayogi Haryana aims to transform governance in Haryana, setting a remarkable precedent for the entire nation, She added.