CHANDIGARH, November 17:

          Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 261st day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 313 locations on Monday leading to the arrest of 68 drug smugglers after registration of 57 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 36,969 in 261 days.

          The raids have resulted in recovery of 2.2 kg heroin, 500 grams opium, 11 kg poppy husk, 2168 intoxicant pills and Rs 1.88 lakhs drug money from the possession of arrested drug smugglers.

          Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commissioners of Police, Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendent of Police to make Punjab drug free state. The Punjab government has also constituted a 5-member Cabinet Sub Committee led by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema to monitor the war against drugs.

          Over 120 Police teams, comprising over 1000 police personnel, under the supervision of 75 gazetted officers have conducted 313 raids across the state. Police teams have also checked as many as 335 suspicious persons during the day-long operation.

          The state government has enforced a three-pronged strategy— Enforcement, Deaddiction and Prevention (EDP)— to eradicate drugs from the state, the Punjab Police as part of ‘De-addiction’ has convinced 23 persons to undergo de-addiction and rehabilitation treatment today.

Chandigarh, November 17 – Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao said that 12 types of primary health services launched under the Urban Health Mission are bringing significant changes in the lives of the urban poor.

Sharing this information today, she said that 107 Urban Primary Health Centres (UPHCs) and 165 Urban Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (UAAMs) are currently operational in the state. The government is committed to ensuring that no individual is deprived of healthcare services due to poverty or frequent changes in residence.

Minister Arti Singh Rao informed about the progress of the mission, stating that all UPHCs and UAAMs have been upgraded as Ayushman Arogya Mandirs. They now provide 12 comprehensive primary healthcare services to urban poor patients. These include maternal and child health services, family planning, prevention and management of communicable and non-communicable diseases, dental and eye care, mental health services, palliative care for the elderly, and emergency medical services.

She further said that the National Urban Health Mission was launched in June 2013 under the National Health Mission. This mission is bringing major improvements in the health sector across Haryana’s cities and towns. It is dedicated to serving the urban poor, especially those living in slums, daily-wage labourers, construction workers, rickshaw pullers, waste pickers, street children, and other vulnerable groups.

The Health Minister added that through regular outreach activities in slum areas, these health centres are spreading awareness about healthy practices, ensuring routine immunisation, and providing essential maternal and child healthcare services. In addition, all Ayushman Arogya Mandirs offer free essential medicines and diagnostic services. Yoga sessions and tele-consultation services are also being conducted to promote holistic health.

She also informed that some UPHCs have been upgraded into Specialist Urban Primary Health Centres, where citizens can now avail specialist consultations close to their homes.

Arti Singh Rao said that the Haryana Health Department and the Urban Health Mission, Haryana are committed to making the state healthy, strong, and inclusive. The government is determined to ensure that quality healthcare reaches every citizen, especially the poor and vulnerable living in urban areas.

Just like in rural regions, the state government has now set a new benchmark for accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare services for the urban poor population as well.

Chandigarh, November 17— The Haryana Government has issued an extensive and revised framework for presenting the Guard of Honour to dignitaries, ensuring uniformity and clarity across all state departments and police units.

The notification issued by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi defines two broad categories of dignitaries entitled to receive the Guard of Honour. The first category includes those who are entitled under Government of India norms, namely the President of India, Vice-President of India, Prime Minister of India, Defence Minister and Deputy Ministers, Heads of Foreign and Commonwealth Missions, Heads of State or Governors-General of Commonwealth nations, and Prime Ministers or Foreign Ministers of foreign or Commonwealth countries. The Guard of Honour for these dignitaries will continue exactly as per Government of India guidelines issued from time to time.

The second category comprises dignitaries of Haryana State who will receive the Guard of Honour according to specific circumstances. This category includes the Governor of Haryana, the Chief Minister, the Speaker of the Haryana Legislative Assembly, the Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Cabinet Ministers, the Deputy Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, Ministers of State, Judges of the High Court (in their capacity as Administrative Judges for districts), the Chief Secretary, Administrative Secretaries of Home and Revenue & Disaster Management Departments, the Director General of Police, Divisional Commissioners, Range ADGPs, Inspectors General of Police, Commissioners of Police, District Magistrates, and Superintendents of Police.

The Government has prescribed clear and uniform compositions for the Guard of Honour for each of these dignitaries. For the Governor of Haryana, the Guard of Honour will consist of 1 Gazetted Officer, 2 Non-Gazetted Officers, 4 Head Constables, and 100 Constables (1+2+4+100 personnel), accompanied by one band, on occasions such as assuming charge, relinquishing charge, the Governor’s address during the Assembly session, and other special occasions notified by the Government. During official visits not covered under these categories, the Guard of Honour will comprise 0 Gazetted Officers, 1 Non-Gazetted Officer, 2 Head Constables, and 10 Constables (0+1+2+10 personnel), accompanied by one bugler.

For the Chief Minister of Haryana, special or ceremonial occasions will be marked with a Guard of Honour consisting of 1 Gazetted Officer, 2 Non-Gazetted Officers, 4 Head Constables, and 50 Constables (1+2+4+50 personnel), with one band. For other official visits, the Guard of Honour will be composed of 0 Gazetted Officers, 1 Non-Gazetted Officer, 2 Head Constables, and 10 Constables (0+1+2+10 personnel), with one bugler.

The Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court will receive a Guard of Honour of 1 Gazetted Officer, 2 Non-Gazetted Officers, 4 Head Constables, and 32 Constables (1+2+4+32 personnel), with one band, during first-time visits and special or ceremonial occasions, while other official visits will be accorded 0 Gazetted Officers, 1 Non-Gazetted Officer, 2 Head Constables, and 10 Constables (0+1+2+10 personnel), accompanied by a bugler. The same composition applies to the Speaker of the Haryana Legislative Assembly, Cabinet Ministers, the Deputy Speaker, Ministers of State, and High Court Judges when visiting districts under their administrative jurisdiction.

For the Chief Secretary, the Guard of Honour on assuming or relinquishing charge will consist of 1 Gazetted Officer, 2 Non-Gazetted Officers, 4 Head Constables, and 20 Constables (1+2+4+20 personnel), supported by one band, while other official visits will include 0 Gazetted Officers, 1 Non-Gazetted Officer, 2 Head Constables, and 10 Constables (0+1+2+10 personnel), along with a bugler. The same standard applies to the Administrative Secretaries of Home and Revenue & Disaster Management Departments, and the Director General of Police.

For Divisional Commissioners, Range ADGPs, Inspectors General of Police, Commissioners of Police, the Guard of Honour will consist of 0 Gazetted Officers, 0 Non-Gazetted Officers, 1 Head Constable, and 10 Constables (0+0+1+10 personnel), with one band, during assumption or relinquishing of charge or during formal inspections and ceremonial visits to police establishments. On smaller official occasions, the composition will be limited to 0 Gazetted Officers, 0 Non-Gazetted Officers, 1 Head Constable, and 4 Constables (0+0+1+4 personnel), with a bugler.

For the District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police, the Guard of Honour shall be presented on two occasions: upon arrival to assume charge for the first time, and upon relinquishing charge. The composition of the Guard of Honour for the District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police has been fixed as 0 Gazetted Officers, 0 Non-Gazetted Officers, 1 Head Constable, and 4 Constables (0+0+1+4 personnel), accompanied by one bugler.

The Government has further clarified that formal arrangements regarding formation, uniform, dress code, and ceremonial procedures will be issued separately by the Director General of Police after approval from the Home Department. All departments and authorities have been instructed to ensure strict adherence to the new guidelines and to obtain necessary approvals from the General Administration Department (Protocol Branch) in case any relaxation is required.

The government explained that the decision was taken to bring consistency in ceremonial practices across Haryana, particularly during assumption or relinquishing of charge by top officials, formal inspections, official visits, and state-level ceremonial events. The circular directs all departments to strictly follow the newly prescribed norms and to seek prior approval from the General Administration Department (Protocol Branch) if any deviation or relaxation is required.

Chandigarh, November 17 – Haryana’s Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Sh. Anil Vij said that the Nagar Kirtan Yatra dedicated to the 350th martyrdom anniversary of the Ninth Guru, Hind Ki Chadar, Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji will be welcomed with devotion in Ambala Cantonment on Tuesday.

While speaking to media persons today, Energy Minister Sh. Anil Vij said full preparations are underway for the Nagar Kirtan Yatra. He said he has personally attended all meetings regarding the arrangements for welcoming the Yatra. Sh. Vij added that he will make every effort to participate in the entire journey and seek the blessings of Guru Ji.

The Energy Minister informed that the 350th Prakash Purab of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji is being celebrated across Haryana with devotion and enthusiasm. To inspire society with Guru Ji’s unparalleled sacrifice, the Nagar Kirtan was started from Pinjore on November 11. It will begin from Gurdwara Shri Panjokhra Sahib on November 18 at 9 AM.

He said that the Yatra will proceed from Panjokhra Sahib through Topkhana Bazaar, Defence Colony Gurdwara Sahib, Kalarheri, Boh, Babyal, Chandpura, Rampur-Sarsehri, Jagadhri Road, Mahesh Nagar, S.D. College, Subhash Park, Gurdwara Singh Sabha Hargolal Road, Chhauda Bazaar, Bajaja Bazaar, Kasera Bazaar, Guru Nanak Road, Kabadi Bazaar, Machhi Mohalla, Gurdwara Kshatri Tank, Punjabi Gurdwara Sahib, Vijay Rattan Chowk, Rai Market, Gol Chakkar, and Topkhana Bazaar, finally concluding back at Gurdwara Panjokhra Sahib.

Sh. Vij appealed to all religious, political, educational, business, and other institutions and organizations to participate in the Yatra and seek Guru Ji’s blessings.

Chandigarh, November 17 – On the second day of the ongoing International Gita Mahotsav-2025 in Kurukshetra, large numbers of spectators gathered on the southern bank of Brahma Sarovar to listen to the melodious folk music from various states of India. Artists from Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh have arrived specially to present their cultural performances at the International Gita Mahotsav. Cultural programmes are being organised on the ghats of Brahma Sarovar during the Mahotsav.

Sharing information in this regard, an official spokesperson said that that in the first phase of the International Gita Mahotsav-2025, organised by  North Zone Cultural Centre (NZCC), Patiala, artists from Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Uttarakhand, and Uttar Pradesh are showcasing the folk culture of their respective states through traditional dances and folk songs on the ghats of Brahma Sarovar. The stilt walkers have become a special attraction, especially for young children this year as well.

International Gita Mahotsav: A platform to Preserve and Revive Vanishing Folk Heritage

The International Gita Mahotsav, held on the sacred banks of Brahma Sarovar, serves as a major platform for preserving and keeping alive the fading folk cultural heritage of India. Folk artists from different parts of the country are mesmerizing tourists with their unique and vibrant traditional performances.

Folk artists from various states have added extraordinary charm to the festival with their remarkable performances. Their unique and captivating folk rhythms have enthralled the visitors. The melodies of the been, bansuri, drummers, deru players, and performers of kacchi Ghodi, Rajasthani folk arts, and many other traditional styles have compelled visitors to join in and dance with joy.

Chandigarh, November 17 – The Haryana Government has approved an increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for State Government employees who are drawing their salaries as per the 5th Pay Commission. The revised DA rate has been enhanced from the existing 466% to 474% of basic pay, with effect from 1st July, 2025. An order in this regard has been issued by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, who also holds the charge of Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department.

The enhanced DA will be included in the salary for the month of November 2025, while arrears for the months July 2025 to October 2025 will be disbursed in December 2025. As per standard financial norms, any Dearness Allowance amount involving fractions of 50 paise or more will be rounded off to the next higher rupee, while fractions below 50 paise will be ignored.

Chandigarh, November 17

The 32nd meeting of the Northern Zonal Council was held on Monday at Surajkund, Faridabad under the chairmanship of Union Home Minister and Chairman,NZC, Sh. Amit Shah. Haryana Chief Minister and Vice-Chairman, NZC, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, Punjab Chief Minister, Sh. Bhagwant Mann, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sh. Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, Rajasthan Chief Minister Sh. Bhajan Lal Sharma, Lt. Governor, Delhi Sh. Vinai Kumar Saxena, Chief Minister, Smt. Rekha Gupta, Lt. Governor, Jammu & Kashmir Sh. Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Sh. Omar Abdullah, Lt. Governor, Ladakh Sh. Kavinder Gupta, Administrator, Chandigarh Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria, Haryana Revenue Minister Sh. Vipul Goel, Cooperation Minister Sh. Arvind Kumar Sharma, along with senior officers from the Member States and Union Territories attended the meeting.

Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini welcomed the Union Home Minister and the dignitaries by presenting shawls and mementos on their arrival.

During the meeting, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that sustained cooperation between states is extremely important for the progress of the nation. By pooling our resources, sharing knowledge, and adopting each other’s best practices, we can turn the vision of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ into reality. Haryana has made several successful efforts in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s resolve of Viksit Bharat @2047.

Punjab must remember the sacred traditions of the Gurus while addressing water disputes, CM

While discussing key agenda items, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that proper arrangements must be ensured for supplying each state its rightful share of water. Haryana has consistently been giving Delhi more water than its own share. However, due to the non-construction of the SYL canal, Haryana is not receiving its full share of water from Punjab. Once Haryana receives its rightful share of water through SYL, Rajasthan will also get its due share.

He said that Punjab is the land of the Gurus, the sacred soil where Guru Sevak Bhai Kanhaiya Ji served even enemy soldiers on the battlefield by giving them water. Through the Council, he urged Punjab to remember the great traditions of the Gurus while addressing the water dispute.

He added that water is a shared resource, and keeping it clean is the collective responsibility of all states. Recalling that rivers are revered as mothers in Indian culture, he specifically mentioned the Yamuna and assured that Haryana is making every effort to keep the Yamuna clean.

Affiliation of Haryana colleges with Panjab University, Chandigarh will benefit both students and the University

Referring to Panjab University, Chandigarh, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the Haryana government wishes to contribute to the University. If some colleges of Haryana become affiliated with Panjab University, it will benefit both the University and the students of Haryana.

The Chief Minister said that ensuring the safety of children is everyone’s responsibility. With the implementation of the three new criminal laws in Haryana, cases under the POCSO Act are being disposed of more swiftly.

Haryana Government has ensured affordable healthcare access for every citizen

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that to ensure affordable healthcare for every citizen, the state government strengthened Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana by integrating its own Chirayu Yojana with it. This is an example of accelerated development under the ‘double-engine’ government. He added that banking facilities are now available even in the smallest villages of Haryana.

Haryana Government fulfilled 47 sankalp in just one year

The Chief Minister said that out of the 217 sankalp made in the Sankalp Patra during the last Assembly election, the government has fulfilled 47 in the very first year. Citing one example, he said that on 25 September, the ‘Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi’ App was launched on the 109th birth anniversary of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya. On Haryana Day (1 November), the government transferred Rs. 2,100 each into the bank accounts of 5,22,162 eligible women beneficiaries under the Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana. So far, 8.05 lakh applications have been received and the number will soon reach 15 lakh.

NZC meeting will become a model of ‘Ek Bharat- Shreshtha Bharat’

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Haryana has submitted detailed comments on each agenda item to the Council. He expressed hope that the deliberations of this meeting would promote cooperative federalism, help build consensus on inter-state and Centre-state issues, and make the Northern Zonal Council meeting an example of ‘Ek Bharat-Shreshtha Bharat’.

Chandigarh, November 16 – Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister, Sh. Shyam Singh Rana said that the ‘Ekta Yatra’, held on the birth anniversary of Iron Man Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, stands as a symbol of nation-building and public awareness. With his courage, firm resolve and extraordinary leadership, Sardar Patel united hundreds of princely states and shaped India into a strong nation.

Sh. Shyam Singh Rana said this on Saturday during ‘Ekta Yatra’ held in the Radaur. The yatra began from village Kheri Lakkha Singh and concluded at the Radaur grain market. A large number of youth, women, children and social organisations participated enthusiastically in the march.

He said that Sardar Patel’s ideology teaches us that national unity, integrity and a spirit of service are the true identity of a strong India. Our younger generation should draw inspiration from his life and contribute to the nation’s progress. Under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, India has today become the world’s fourth largest economy and is rapidly moving towards becoming the third largest.

He added that the vision of a developed India by 2047 should be a collective resolve of every citizen. Appealing to people to promote indigenous products, he said that when we adopt Swadeshi, we strengthen local artisans, women’s groups and the nation’s economy.

Chandigarh, November 16 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today announced several developmental projects for Mahendragarh district. At the state-level ceremony organized on Sunday in the New Grain Market, Narnaul on the occasion of Maharaja Shoor Saini Jayanti, the Chief Minister inaugurated and laid foundation stones for various development projects worth approximately Rs. 83.70 crore for the district.

*CM inaugurates and lays foundation stones for a total of 19 projects*

The Chief Minister inaugurated 110 residential quarters for officers and employees at the district headquarters in Narnaul, constructed at a cost of Rs. 3,595.65 lakh. He also inaugurated the Trauma Centre in Narnaul built at a cost of Rs. 656.41 lakh; road construction and beautification works from the Women Police Station to Girls ITI costing Rs. 280.25 lakh; construction of two parks in Narnaul city at a cost of Rs. 234.76 lakh; three-bay bus stand in Nangal Chaudhary costing Rs. 228.47 lakh; road works from the Women Police Station to Agrasen Chowk in Narnaul costing Rs. 116.25 lakh; construction of the Administrative Block at Government College Ateli costing Rs. 100 lakh; park in Chitwan Vatika, Narnaul costing Rs. 90.41 lakh; a park near Sati Mata Mandir in Ward No. 13, Narnaul costing Rs. 71.81 lakh; GVH in Azmabad Mokhuta costing Rs. 40.29 lakh; GVH in Meghot Halla costing Rs. 35.83 lakh; the GVH in Kamania costing Rs. 35.83 lakh; the GVD in Jhook costing Rs. 32.58 lakh; the GVD in Kheri costing Rs. 31.11 lakh; and the GVD in Dhana costing Rs. 31.11 lakh.

In addition, the Chief Minister also laid foundation stones for four upcoming projects to be constructed at a total cost of approximately Rs. 2,789.23 lakh. These include the improvement work of the Faizabad–Sehma–Kanina Road (ADR-127) under PWD (B&R), to be built at a cost of Rs. 2,113.94 lakh; the construction of the Science Block at Government College, Ateli at a cost of around Rs. 442 lakh; the improvement of the urban stretch of the Rewari–Narnaul Road (from NH-11 to Chalk Nala) at a cost of Rs. 193 lakh; and the construction of the Government Veterinary Hospital in Dulana at a cost of Rs. 40.29 lakh.

Chandigarh, November 16 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the Ahirwal region has always been known as the land of the brave. This sacred soil has given birth to countless warriors who have dedicated everything to the nation. He said visiting such a land of sacrifice is a matter of great fortune for him. Today, the glory of Maharaja Shoor Saini has further sanctified this place. Maharaja Shoor Saini was a mighty, learned, righteous, spiritual and people-centric ruler. His kingdom reflected true socialism.

The Chief Minister was addressing the state-level Maharaja Shoor Saini Jayanti ceremony in Narnaul as the Chief Guest. Prior to this, he inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of 19 development projects worth Rs 84 crore.

He assured that most of the demands placed before him by Narnaul MLA Sh. Om Parkash Yadav will be fulfilled and affirmed that the pace of development in the region would continue to accelerate.

During the event, the Chief Minister announced that the General Hospital to be constructed at Maharishi Chyawan Medical College, Koriawas, will be named after “Shaheed Rao Tula Ram.” He also said that no effort will be spared in the development of Narnaul and that the unapproved colonies in the area will be regularized as per norms.

Extending greetings to the people on the occasion of Maharaja Shoor Saini Jayanti, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the Saini community has an ancient and glorious history. Social reformers like Mahatma Jyotiba Phule and India’s first woman teacher Savitribai Phule are jewels of the Saini community. They made revolutionary contributions, especially in the field of women’s education. Similarly, they dedicated their entire lives for the upliftment of the weaker sections.

The Chief Minister said that the Saini community played a significant role in India’s freedom struggle. The community gave freedom fighters such as Sardar Mehnga Singh Saini, Ajit Singh Saini and Hari Singh Saini, who were part of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose’s Azad Hind Fauj.

This community has also contributed great saints like Sant Shree Likhmidas, military commander Gulab Chand Saini of the Ballabhgarh estate, Bihar’s social reformer Babu Jagdev Prasad Kushwaha, hockey wizard Major Dhyan Chand Kushwaha, and renowned artist and creator of Chandigarh’s Rock Garden, Padma Shri Nek Chand Saini.

The Chief Minister said that under the Sant-Mahapurush Vichar Samman evam Prasar Yojana, the government is working to spread the teachings of saints and great personalities to every household. The celebration of Maharaja Shoor Saini Jayanti is also a part of this initiative. Following the path shown by these great figures, the state government is continuously working for the welfare and upliftment of all sections with the spirit of ‘Haryana Ek–Haryanvi Ek’.

He said under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, the state government is moving forward with the policy of ‘Sabka Saath – Sabka Vikas – Sabka Vishwas – Sabka Prayas’. The welfare and upliftment of the poor has always been the government’s commitment. Therefore, the foundation of development is the empowerment of the poor. The focus on last-mile delivery has transformed the lives of these sections.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini also highlighted various schemes undertaken for the welfare and upliftment of backward classes and said that the policies of the state government are not for any one community or caste, but for the entire society of Haryana.

*Central and State Governments working for all sections: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya*

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Sh. Keshav Prasad Maurya said both the central and state governments are committed to the welfare of every section of society. The victory march that began in 2014 continues even today. He said under the guidance of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini is working for the development of all sections, and it is evident that by 2029, Haryana will become Congress-free. He said the ongoing development work by the current government is hard for the opposition to accept, but the blessings of the people are with the government.

*Maharaja Shoor Saini’s legacy is being carried forward under leadership of CM Nayab Singh Saini: Mahipal Dhanda*

Haryana Education Minister Sh. Mahipal Dhanda said that Maharaja Shoor Saini was known for his just, people-centric and progressive governance, and the same spirit of transparent and welfare-driven administration is being carried forward under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini. He added that wherever Sh. Nayab Singh Saini leads public outreach initiatives or rallies, the Bharatiya Janata Party consistently receives strong support—whether in Haryana, Maharashtra, Delhi or Bihar.

*Public trust has strengthened under leadership of CM Nayab Singh Saini: Ranbir Singh Gangwa*

PWD Minister Sh. Ranbir Singh Gangwa said in his address that the people of Haryana have rejected the claims made by certain leaders about the Congress returning to power, and once again gave overwhelming support to the BJP for the third time. The continuous work for development and public welfare under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini has strengthened public trust.

*Nation remembers sacrifices of brave soldiers of this region: Arti Singh Rao*

Health Minister Arti Singh Rao paid tributes to Maharaja Shoor Saini and said that the brave soldiers of this region have made unparalleled contributions to the nation’s history. She said that the supreme sacrifice made at Rezang La during the 1962 Indo-China war remains etched in the nation’s memory. In that historic battle, 120 soldiers of the Kumaon Regiment bravely confronted nearly 5,000 Chinese troops, and 114 soldiers attained martyrdom while defending the nation. She said their courage and patriotism continue to inspire future generations.

On this occasion, Haryana BJP President Sh. Mohan Lal Badoli, MP Sh. Dharambir Singh, MLAs Sh. Krishan Kumar, Sh. Om Parkash Yadav, Sh. Kanwar Singh Yadav and other dignitaries were also present.