IEP Chandigarh, February 11

Sharing about the invaluable contributions of the Indian scientists to the world, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal called upon the students to move ahead expeditiously and bring laurels to the country by making new inventions in the field of science and technology.

The Chief Minister was addressing as the chief guest at the inauguration ceremony of the two-day science conference on the topic ‘Role of Scientists in Nation Building’ at Chaudhary Bansi Lal University, Bhiwani on Saturday.

During this, the Chief Minister unveiled the life-size statue of Swami Vivekananda at the university campus; built at a cost of about Rs 5.5 lakh. He laid the foundation stone of the third educational building here to be constructed at a cost of Rs 128 crore. The Chief Minister also visited the science exhibition organized by the students and the Srinivasa Ramanujan building here.

On the occasion, Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Minister, Sh. JP Dalal, Bhiwani MLA Ghanshyam Saraf, Bawani Khera MLA, Sh. Bishamber Balmiki and University Vice Chancellor, Prof. RK Mittal were also present.

Addressing the students at the science conference, Sh. Manohar Lal said that science and technology infuse energy into life, which speeds up development in every field. “India has been a pioneer in the field of science and technology since ancient times. Homi Jehangir Bhabha, Jagdish Bose, Ramanujan, Shanti Swaroop Bhatnagar are among the stalwarts of Indian golden history in science, who have made invaluable contributions in the field of science. In the modern era, the name of former president, Sh. APJ Abdul Kalam is also leading,” he said.

12 Indian scientists have received Nobel Prize in field of science and technology

The Chief Minister said that 12 Indian scientists have been awarded the Nobel Prize for their contribution in the field of science and technology. CV Raman was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1930 for his Raman Effect and biochemist Har Gobind Khorana for controlling protein synthesis.

“During the Covid pandemic, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi had called upon the country’s scientists to develop a vaccine dose, on which the scientists accepted it as an opportunity and made not one; but two vaccines. By making 200 crore vaccine doses, they did the work of giving vaccines not only in India but also to other countries. With this, the scientists of India have proved their talent even in the present times,” he added.

State government increased Vigyan Ratna award prize money to Rs 4 lakh

The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, today India is continuously moving forward with a science-based approach. “The Haryana government is making special provisions in the budget regarding innovation. In order to further develop scientific temper among the students, the Vigyan Ratna award prize money was increased from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 4 lakh,” he said, adding that the science conference organized by Chaudhary Bansi Lal University will also prove to be very effective.

Vice-Chancellor, Chaudhary Bansi Lal University, Prof. RK Mittal said that the university has taken steps to implement the new National Education Policy-2020. “In order to make the students self-independent and self-reliant, the university is motivating them to adopt self-employment by providing them special training through the District Employment Generation Centre,” he said. More than 500 students from about 40 government and recognized schools of the region participated in the science exhibition.

IEP Chandigarh, February 11

The Consumer Grievances Redressal Forum of Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (UHBVN) would take the proceedings to redress the grievances/hear the complaints of the consumers of Panchkula district in the office of Superintending Engineer, Panchkula, SCO-96, First Floor, Sector-5, Panchkula at 11.30am on February 14, 2023 (Tuesday).

A spokesperson said that the forum would take all grievances/complaints of consumers like billing problems, voltage complaints, problems in metering, disconnection and reconnection of power supply, interruptions, failure of power supply, efficiency, safety, reliability, non-compliance of Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission orders etc.

However, the cases of theft and unauthorized use of electricity, offences and penalties as specified under section 126 and section 135 to 139 of Electricity Act, accidents and inquiries as under section 161 of the Act would not be considered by the forum, he added.

No. IPRDH/2023

Yuvraj Kaushal

IEP Chandigarh, February 11

The Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Haryana, organized a one-day 1st state-level medico-legal conference on the theme ‘Emerging trends in medico-legal Practice’. The conference was organized in collaboration with Kalpana Chawla Government Medical College, Karnal, while the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Patiala was the knowledge partner for the same.

The chief guest on the occasion, Justice Sh. Rajesh Bindal spoke extensively about the role of information technology in medico-legal practice. He also explained about the software ‘MedLEaPR’, which was conceived by him during his tenure at the Punjab and Haryana High court. Vice Chancellor, RGNUL, Prof. Dr. G.S. Bajpai, was the guest of honour for the event. He spoke about regular sessions to be conducted on the knowledge update of medical professionals on legal issues.

Director, Medical Education and Research Department, Haryana, Dr. Aditya Dahiya said that the conference was held under overall supervision of Additional Chief Secretary, Health and MER, Dr G. Anupama. He said that more such events will be encouraged by the department in future for the medical fraternity from across the state.

During the conference, forensic medicine and forensic science experts from various medical colleges of the region and RGUNL, gave presentations on pertinent topics including medico-legal examination of female victim, sampling of DNA, recent judgements regarding medico-legal practice, medico-legal responsibilities of doctors, among others. The forensic medicine experts also held panel discussions and clarified the queries of the medical officers from the health department.

Chief Commissioner, Haryana Right to Service Commission, Sh. TC Gupta, who was a special invitee, spoke on the effective role a medical professional can play in timely and rightful service delivery to the beneficiaries.  Supreme Court advocate, Manisha Bhandari, practising advocate, Sudeep Vijayan and SSO, FSL, Madhuban, Garima Chaudhary were amongst other key speakers.

IEP Chandigarh, 10 February     

     Following the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann to resolving all employment cases of compassionate grounds at earliest,  appointment letters have been handed over to two candidates on compassionate ground in Depatment of Social Security, Women and Child Development today.          Sandeep Singh has been appointed as a clerk in the office of Child Development Project Officer, Jalalabad  and Gurtej Singh has been appointed as a peon in the office of Social Security Officer, Ferozepur.Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur handed over the appointment letters to both the employees.          Congratulating the newly appointed employees, the Cabinet Minister implored them to serve the people with dedication and honesty. Meanwhile, she also directed the authorities to expedite the disposal of pending cases on compassionate ground in the department.          Joint Director Charanjit Singh was also present on this occasion.

IEP Chandigarh, February 10

Asserting that the state government is fully committed to ensure justice in Behbal Kalan and Kotakpura incidents, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Friday appealed to the sangat to lift the roadblock at Behbal Kalan to avoid any inconvenience to commuters.

In an appeal to the people, the Chief Minister said that firing incidents at Behbal Kalan and Kotakpura along with Sacrilege of Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji at Bargari had bruised the psyche of every human being especially the Sikh sangat. He said that justice will prevail in both these incidents and the perpetrators of these heinous crimes will not be spared at any cost. Bhagwant Mann said that the state government is already leaving no stone unturned for this noble cause and those involved in these crimes will be soon behind the bars.

The Chief Minister said that due to Road blockage at Behbal Kalan a lot of inconvenience is being created to the common people. He said that this harassment of the masses should be avoided adding he appealed to sangat to lift the roadblock in larger public interest. Lashing out at Akalis and Congress, Bhagwant Mann said that both these parties have connived with each other to save the guilty of these incidents.

The Chief Minister said that, while the unfortunate incidents of desecration and firing on innocents took place during the Akali regime, the Congress actively shielded the perpetrators of these crimes during its tenure. Bhagwant Mann further said that the Akali-Congress, nexus that was shielding the accused, had been broken with the AAP Government coming into power, which is already making strenuous efforts to nab the perpetrators. He said that his government is firmly committed to bring the guilty to book and ensure justice in both these cases to assuage the sentiments of the people.

IEP Chandigarh, February 10    

      To bridge the skilling gap among youth, Punjab Skill Development Mission (PSDM) under the aegis of Punjab Government has inked MoUs with Industry Associations to set up three Centres of Excellence in Kapurthala, Jalandhar and Ludhiana districts.          According to an official spokesperson, these MoUs have been inked at level of Secretary, Employment Generation Skill Development and Training, Punjab and MD, PSDM with Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry (ASSOCHAM), Sports Goods Manufacturing and Exports Excellence (SGMEA) Jalandhar and Metro Tyre/Rubber, Chemical & Petrochemical Skill Development Council (RCPSDC). At-least 2,700 candidates will benefit by getting free of cost skill training followed by employment/self-employment.          The Spokesperson further informed that ASSOCHAM in Centre of Excellence (CoE),Phagwarawill train and place 2,000 candidates, in trades of Automotive Machine Operator, Fitter Electrical and Electronic Assembly,Metro Tyrein CoE Ludhiana will train and place 500 youth in trades of Rubber Product Quality Assurance Supervisor, Rubber Calendar Operator, Rubber Product Internal Mixer Operator, Tyer Fitter (servicing and maintenance), Assistant Operator (Tyre Retreading Building & Curing), Rubber Extruder Operator, Rubber Molding /Curing Supervisor. Similarly,in CoE Jalandhar 200 candidates extendable to 5,00 candidates in trades of Stitching operator (Goods & Garments), Cutting operator (Sports Goods) and Cutter (Goods & Garments) will be trained. These trainings will start before 30th April, 2023 and interested candidates can approach the District Offices of Skill Development or Employment Generation to seek more information and for getting enrolment in the offered skill training courses.

IEP CHANDIGARH, February 10

          In order to ensure better synergy between both the forces, a coordination meeting between Punjab Police and Chandigarh Police was held under the Joint Chairmanship of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav and DGP Union Territory Chandigarh Praveer Ranjan at Punjab Police Headquarters here on Friday.

          ADGP Law and Order Punjab Arpit Shukla, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Ropar Range Gurpreet Singh Bhullar, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Chandigarh Manisha Chaudhary and SSP SAS Nagar Sandeep Garg also attended the meeting.

           During the meeting, detailed discussions were held to formulate a strategy and Action Plans against gangsters & criminals who have been operating in these states.

          Stressing on the need to develop an internal mechanism for maintaining better coordination between both the forces, DGP Gaurav Yadav proposed that quarterly or bi-monthly meetings shall be conducted between the District Police Chiefs and SSPs of the neighbouring states to discuss activities of the gangsters and criminal gangs operating in the region as so many of the issues and crime patterns are similar and inter-related.

          He also laid emphasis on the real time sharing of information by the use of latest technology to to share the update pertaining to maintain law and order in the region. He also directed SSP Mohali to hold regular meetings with SSP Chandigarh and DCP Panchkula to discuss the crime trends and law and order situation in the tricity.

          DGP Gaurav Yadav said that Punjab Police is committed to ensure better synergy between both the forces to make Punjab a crime-free state as per the vision of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.