IEP Panchkula

A Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) – Shree Shyam Karuna Foundation organised a community kitchen, or bhandara, here. This was the Foundation’s  51st bhandara and  a Delhi based  Industrialist family provided the funds for the same. To support the noble cause, Shyam Kumar Maheshwari who is an Industrialist from Delhi and his wife Abha Maheshwari  came forward and extended financial support for the ‘Sarvajanik Bhandara’ or Community Kitchen.Amitabh Rungta, Sevadar of Shree Shyam Karuna Foundation, said that he is deeply grateful to the Maheshwari couple for the gesture as it helped feed 100’s of needy people like daily wagers, labourers, factory workers etc .It is noteworthy that Shree Shyam Karuna Foundation provides  free food or langar through its weekly bhandara, and also serves abandoned cows and  cows that require medical treatment. The weekly bhandara is held at Industrial Area, Phase 2, Panchkula. The NGO has also announced that it will adopt needy girl students from the villages of Panchkula district and undertake all expenses for their education. A list of such girls was being made through a survey of underprivileged families living in villages. 

IEP Amritsar, March 18      

    Fulfilling the long pending demand of the people of the entire Majha region, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday dedicated the newly constructed Railway Over Bridge at Vallah to decongest the traffic thereby facilitating the pilgrims coming to the city.          “This is a historic initiative that will help in decongesting the traffic in the historic city to benefit the residents, devotees and commuters” said the Chief Minister while addressing the gathering to dedicate the project.          The Chief Minister said that this is a humble initiative by the state government to give fillip to the development of this holy city. He said that lakhs of devotees daily pay obeisance at Sri Darbar Sahib, Durgiana Mandir, Jallianwala Bagh, Bhagwan Valmiki Tirath and others on this sacred land. Bhagwant Mann said that this project will facilitate them in easily approaching the city and paying obeisance.          The Chief Minister said that about Rs 33 crore has been spent on this ambitious project at Amritsar-Sahnewal section of the Railways. He said that this project has come up with collaboration of the centre and the state government adding that Amritsar Improvement Trust has spent Rs 18.83 crore on this ROB. Bhagwant Mann said that Rs 14.12 crore was share of the Railways out of which Rs 7.48 crore has been received whereas Rs 6.64 crore is still pending.            The Chief Minister congratulated the people of state especially of the holy city for successfully organizing the Education session of G-20. He said that in these sessions representatives of powerful countries which constitute around 80% of the globe have participated. Bhagwant Mann expressed hope that these deliberations will form the bedrock for bringing qualitative changes in the education sector in the member countries.          The Chief Minister said that the state government has not left any stone unturned for ensuring comfortable stay for the visiting delegates. He said that with the proactive support and cooperation of the people of the city, the efforts of the state government had delivered desired results and the delegates had enjoyed the warm hospitality of the state. Bhagwant Mann said that the delegates will take along with them the vivid memories of their visit to Punjab which will be part of their journey of life forever.          The Chief Minister unequivocally said that the state government is making strenuous efforts to develop Punjab as hub of Education. He said that in the coming time the wealth of an individual will not be measured by the number of bungalows, cars or properties he owns. However, Bhagwant Mann said that the royalty of an individual will be ascertained by the level of education which his/ her children had acquired.          The Chief Minister said that for this purpose his government is making concerted efforts to strengthen the education sector in the state. He said that 117 Schools of Eminence have been set up in 23 districts of the state to provide quality education to children.  Bhagwant Mann said that these schools will focus on grooming students for five professional and competitive courses including engineering, law, commerce, UPSC and NDA.          The Chief Minister further said that in a major push to Medical education in Punjab, the state government has decided to construct 16 new Medical colleges in the coming five years. He said that this will enhance the total tally of medical colleges in the state to 25 thereby ensuring that every district of the state touches a medical college. Bhagwant Mann further said that work on two medical colleges has already started in the state.          The Chief Minister asserted that he is the votary of the fact that the democracy with diverse ideas and views is always a successful one. In the same manner, Bhagwant Mann said that in democracy opposition and ruling party both are important adding that both of them should make concerted efforts for the development of the state. Citing the example of MPs from southern states, he said that despite varied political affiliations they are always together when any matter pertaining to the interests of their respective states and its people is there adding that the same zeal and spirit should be everywhere for holistic development and prosperity. 

IEP Chandigarh

 The final Comprehensive Mobility Plan (CMP) for Chandigarh Tri-City Complex has been discussed in the meeting held today under the Chairmanship of Sh. Banwarilal Purohit, Hon’ble Administrator, Chandigarh. The meeting was attended by Sh. Manohar Lal Khattar, Hon’ble Chief Minister Haryana, Smt. Anmol Gagan Mann, Hon’ble Minister of Tourism and Culture Affairs, Punjab, Sh. Anup Gupta, Mayor, Chandigarh, Chief Secretary Haryana, senior officers from Punjab, Haryana, Civil Aviation, Air force Authorities, Railway Authorities and all other stakeholders.RITES made the presentation covering all aspects of CMP i.e. the vision and objectives of the study, existing traffic scenario, problems and issues, Short, Medium and Long Term Plans and proposals, Citywide Integrated Multi-Modal Transport Plan, Institutional Strengthening, Broad Cost Estimate, and the way forward. The Hon’ble Chief Minister of Haryana suggested that this is a need connect Panchkula via Madhya Marg by MRTS to serve the areas of PGI, Punjab and Haryana Secretariat and Panjab University.Sh. Manohar Lal Khattar also suggested to connect Haryana Secretariat, Assembly, High Court, PGI and Panjab University in the first phase of Metro.  He also stressed that measures also need to be taken to improving connectivity to Pinjore – Kalka and of Zirakpur to Pinjore – Kalka, segments.The Chief Principal Secretary to CM, Haryana suggested that the road connectivity from Panchkula to Mohali Airport may also be examined at the earliest for convenience of all commuters.The Hon’ble Minister Tourism and Culture Affairs, Punjab said that the overall transport improvement proposals with respect to Mohali are in order and further suggestions if any shall be communicated to Chandigarh Administration within a week’s time for incorporation in the final report. The Principal Secretary Housing and Urban Development, Punjab advised to connect MRTS from Airport Chowk Mohali to Airport in First Phase itself.The Mayor Chandigarh, Sh. Anup Gupta also seconded this suggestion made by CM Haryana.The Hon’ble CM Haryana and Hon’ble Minister Punjab appreciated the Chandigarh Administration for preparation of CMP for Tricity through RITES Ltd. and accepted the proposals to ease out the traffic and transportation problems of the Tricity.Further it was also agreed to set up Unified Metropolitan Transport Authority (UMTA) a unified platform to handling overall Mobility issues of tricity UMTA will comprise Govt. of India, officials Chandigarh Administration, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh and Punjab stakeholders to ensure coordination among various institutions and implementation of this mobility plan to improve the traffic situation in the city.Sh. Banwarilal Purohit appreciated the positive feedback and valuable suggestions given by different stakeholders that would benefit the residents of tricity and resolve the existing traffic related issues of the UT Chandigarh and the neighbouring areas of Punjab and Haryana.The final CMP report submitted by RITES was unanimously approved with above observation and same will be submitted incorporating these suggestions for further approvals by Govt. of India.

IEP Chandigarh, March 16 

Asserting that the state has successfully completed the first lap of unprecedented development in the last one year, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today said that the state government is working untiringly not for forming the next government but for prosperity of the next generation. In a video message to the Punjabis on the occasion of completion of one year in office, the Chief Minister said that people of state had given a thumping verdict in favour of the Aam Aadmi Party during the assembly elections held last year. He said that during the last one year revolutionary changes have been witnessed in the state with his government making concerted efforts for ensuring the holistic development of Punjab and prosperity of its people. Bhagwant Mann said that unlike the previous governments who did everything for forming the next government, his government is focusing largely on holistic growth of the next generation. The Chief Minister profusely thanked the people of Punjab for bestowing him this responsibility with a huge verdict. He said that this faith and love showered by people have filled him with humility to discharge this duty effectively. Bhagwant Mann solicited the fulsome support and cooperation of people especially the NRIs for carving out a new Punjab. The Chief Minister said that for the first time a government has been formed in Punjab which belongs exclusively to the people of state. He said that it is neither the government of the Badal nor of Captain but this is the government of every Punjabi. Bhagwant Mann assured the people that as per their aspirations no stone will be left unturned for the well being of the state adding that a new, progressive and vibrant Punjab will be carved out soon.    The Chief Minister said that Punjab had witnessed massive development during last year adding that major thrust will be given to this growth and progress in the second year too. He said that with industries making a beeline to invest in the state, Punjab will soon emerge as an industrial hub in the coming days. Bhagwant Mann said that a major drive will be soon initiated against the drugs in the coming days to wipe out this menace from the state. Listing the several pro-people initiatives taken by his government in the last one year, the Chief Minister said that the state government has so far given 26,797 jobs to youth in the last one year to check brain drain. He said that the sole criteria for selection in this entire recruitment process are merit and the complete procedure is being followed in a transparent manner. 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. The Chief Minister further said that the state government has fulfilled the guarantee of giving 300 units of free electricity per month from July 1. He said that it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction that 87% of the households in the state have got zero power bills in the months of November-December, 2022. Bhagwant Mann said that he hails from a common family and knows well what are the problems being faced by them. Likewise, the Chief Minister said that the state government has regularized 14000 temporary employees in the state and the Cabinet has given nod for regularizing the same number of employees. He said that the state government has taken historic initiative to promote Moong as the third crop to bring farmers out of wheat/ paddy rut and save the precious water of the state. Bhagwant Mann said that MSP worth Rs 7275/- per quintal was announced on Moongi crop to supplement the income of farmers by Rs 30,000 per acre. The Chief Minister said that the state government has provided financial assistance at the rate of Rs. 1500/- per acre to the farmers for promotion of Direct Seeded Rice. He said that the state government has also paid the total outstanding amount of previous years of sugarcane cultivators. Bhagwant Mann also said that his government has for the first time ensured upward revision in daily wages of labour.