IEP CHANDIGARH

Dharam Pal, Adviser to the Administrator explained that entire Sukhna Lake area where public will be allowed to view air show on 6th and 8th October have been divided into 7 zones with seprate entry staircase.  Each zone is also mapped with 11 alighting points.  General public while booking the entry passes will have the option of selecting alighting points of their choice.  With one mobile number, entry passes can be generated for two persons only.  Each entry pass is coded with QR code which will be valid only with valid photo ID Card.  Further on each entry pass, zone No., alighting point and entry staircase will be prominently displayed.  General public are advised to reach the alighting point as mentioned on their entry pass by their own arrangements, with or without vehicle, where CTU buses will be parked to transport them to their respective zones.

Further, Sh. Dharam Pal, Adviser to Administrator launched the ‘Chandigarh Tourism App’ that would allow citizens to obtain Entry Pass for Air Show scheduled to be held at Sukhna Lake on 6th and 8th October 2022.

The App developed by NIC Chandigarh can be downloaded from Google Play Store and Apple App Store. It will be registered through a mobile number and OTP. The QR code will be generated for entry pass which will be scanned by Government staff the entry points alongwith their valid photo ID Card.

It is for the information of general public that with one mobile only one Entry Pass for two persons only can be generated. Advisory regarding the protocols to be followed for attending the air show are also mentioned on the App. The App will facilitate the citizens for a hassle free and organized conduct of the Air Show. Every person carrying the pass should carry a valid photo ID card.
 
CTU shuttle service will be provided for pick and drop from the Alighting Point to the Sukhna Lake and back for which an online payment of Rs. 20 can be made through the App.

Public is also advised not to bring any eatables on 6th and 8th as food attract the birds which can obstruct the airshow.

IEP Chandigarh, October 3

The Election Commission of India on Monday announced the schedule of bye-elections in seven assembly constituencies across six states. In Haryana the by-election will be held in Adampur Assembly Constituency-47 for which the model code of conduct has come into force with immediate effect.. Voting will be held on November 3, 2022.

As per the schedule released by the commission, the notification will be issued on October 7, 2022. The last date for filing nominations is October 14, while the scrutiny of nominations will be held on October 15. Nomination papers can be withdrawn by the candidates till October 17. Voting is scheduled on November 3, 2022 and the counting of votes will be done on November 6, 2022.

The Commission has decided to use EVMs and VVPATs at all polling stations in the bye-elections. Adequate number of EVMs and VVPATs has been made available and all steps have been taken to ensure smooth conduct of polling with the help of these machines.

Voter’s identity will be mandatory at the time of voting in the bye-election. Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC) will be the main document for voter identification. However, the voter can also produce any one of the alternate photo identity documents specified by the Commission for his/her identity.

These optional photo identity documents include Aadhaar card, MGNREGA job card, photo passbook issued by a bank or post office, health insurance smart card issued under the scheme of Ministry of Labour, driving license, PAN card, smart card issued by RGI under NPR, passport, pension documents, service identity cards with photo issued to employees by the Central and State Governments, PSUs or public limited companies, official identity cards issued to MPs, MLAs, MLCs and Unique Disability ID cards.

The model code of conduct will come into force with immediate effect in those districts in which the whole or any part of the assembly constituency falls.

IEP Chandigarh, October 3

Haryana Chief Secretary, Sh Sanjeev Kaushal said that the State Government is committed to the welfare of farmers and adequate arrangements have been made for the procurement of the Kharif crops in the State.

Sh Kaushal was interacting with media persons after paying obeisance at the historical Mata Mansa Devi Temple, Panchkula here today.

He said that the State Government has made all necessary arrangements for the procurement of paddy in the State which has begun from October 1. The mandis have been properly cleaned and old stock of paddy has been lifted.  Besides, the arrangement of nutritious food at subsidized rates has been made under the Atal Yojana for the farmers visiting the mandis.

Sh Kaushal said that proper arrangement of milling has been made in the mandis and the traders are also giving their cooperation. Regarding the gate pass, he said as the entire process has been computerized, farmers would not face any problem regarding the gate pass.

He said that with a view to ensure the procurement of crops in a systematic manner, officers of the level of Additional Chief Secretary have been deputed in each district of the State. These officers would make at least three visits to their respective districts so as to ensure that farmers do not face any kind of problem.

IEP Chandigarh, October 3

The Fourth Roundtable Conference on the Global City held under the Chairmanship of Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, on October 3, 2022 at Dubai, has created a buzz amongst the Real Estate community of the UAE.

The Global City is a marquee project of the Government of Haryana being developed through its infrastructure development arm, Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) and aims at redefining the concept of urban development and what cities of the future shall look like through its sustainability focused future oriented infrastructure planning and design. The Roundtable conference was conducted to understand and consider the valuable inputs and seek interest of major Real Estate Developers and Real Estate focused funds prior to official launch of the Projectand followed similar earlier conferences conducted at Gurugram and Mumbai with leading Indian stakeholders.

In his address Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Mahohar Lal spoke about his vision of developing the Project as the Central Business District of Gurugram with an intensive focus on modern technology fields, future oriented industries, low carbon green infrastructure and ease of living. Highlighting the livability and environmental crises that face the world’s cities today, the CM spoke about how the Global City has been designed by a team of the brightest minds in planning and engineering to offer an unprecedented urban living experience while preserving the surrounding nature and giving shape to the cherished goals of sustainable cities and communities. Through the creation of this unique, modern urban ecosystem that would act as fulcrum for new technology and innovation industries, the CM spoke about positioning Gurugram on the global map. The Roundtable Conference was followed by one-on-one discussions with the Chief Minister with the Real Estate Companies. 

The Roundtable Conference kicked off with a Welcome and Context Setting Address by Sh. Aman Puri, Consul General, Consulate General of India, Dubai, followed by an introduction of the delegates and a detailed presentation on the Global City Project delivered by Sh. Vikas Gupta, MD HSIIDC.  In the presentation it was highlighted that the Global City Project is a mixed land use project envisioned to be developed as a “City within a City” over approx. 1080 acres at the heart of Gurugram’s upcoming Residential and Commercial hub in Sectors 36B, 37A and 37B and along the 8-lane under construction Dwarka Expressway. MD HSIIDC explained in detail how the project would serve as a paradigm for a futuristic city in terms of quality of life, infrastructure and ambience. Built with a motto of Live Work & Play, it was explained that the project ecosystem would provide futuristic workspaces, modern retail spaces, residential towers, meticulously planned expansive green spaces and multi-modal connectivity options of Dedicated Bus Corridors, MRTS (Metro) and Heliport facilities. The contemporary planning methodology of the project based on transit-oriented development and keeping in mind the new normal post the pandemic and the distinctive value proposition on offer to investors in the form of first mover advantage, potential of high returns, security of investment etc. were particularly emphasized.

Post the detailed presentation, the deck was thrown open to the various Real Estate Developers to provide their inputs on the project from the point of view of planning, infrastructure, marketing, positioning and support that would be required from HSIIDC/ Govt. of Haryana to ensure the successful implementation of the project. The invitees lauded the visionary thinking of the Govt. of Haryana for the development of the project and showcased keen interest to invest in the Project. The suggestions offered by the delegates focused on,

·                    Allowing greater flexibility in planning to the developers

·                    Developing landmark projects such as International Financial Services Center (IFSC), Universities etc. which would act as an anchor/ magnet for potential investors

·                    Different development and project phasing strategies that may be adopted by HSIIDC

·                    Payment mechanisms and forms of governmental support such as single window mechanism that may be offered to investors to further enhance interest of developers etc.

The Chief Minister was accompanied by Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala, Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. DS Dhesi, Additional Chief Secretary, Industries and Commerce Department, Sh. Anand Mohan Sharan, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister and & Chairman HSIIDC, Sh. V Umashankar , MD HSIIDC Sh. Vikas Gupta.

The Real estate Company representatives included the top leadership from leading real estate developers and funds of UAE such as Sobha Realty, Nakheel, Emaar, Lulu Group, DP World, Sharaf Group, Ellington Properties, Dubai Investments, Gulf Islamic Investments, Al-Marjan, Al-Hamra, Tabreed, Danube Properties, Dalands Properties and Tabreed amongst others.

IEP Chandigarh, October 3

Punjab Information and Public Relations Minister Mr. Aman Arora on Monday cornered Congress MLAs including Leader of Opposition for acting as a ‘B’ team of BJP, which has launched ‘Operation Lotus’ to topple the Aam Aadmi Party Government in Punjab and creating ruckus during the proceedings of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha Session.

Congress should introspect before pointing finger at Chief Minister S Bhagwant Mann led Punjab Government, said the Cabinet Minister, while adding that strict actions are being taken against culprits indulging in anti-social activities within no time.

Replying to LoP Partap Singh Bajwa over law and order situation in Punjab, Mr. Aman Arora said that the CM Bhagwant Mann led Punjab Government has been trying to improve law and order situation, which had deteriorated during the previous governments.

Reminding the opposition about the mess they had created during their party regime in Punjab, Mr. Aman Arora said that numerous target killings including Gurdeep Pehalwan, Mahinderpal Bittu, two ASIs, Comrade Balwinder Singh, Brigadier Jagdish Gagneja and Mata Chand Kaur had taken place during the tenure of Congress and SAD-BJP governments. “Wasn’t the law and order situation the worst during your government,” questioned Mr Aman Arora, while adding that the law and order situation had not deteriorated in the blink of an eye. “We are cleaning the mess created by the previous governments,” he added.

On the escape of Gangster Lawrance Bishnoi’s accomplice Deepak Tinu, who is an accused in Sidhu Moosewala murder case, the Cabinet Minister said that Mann Government had immediately issued lookout circular and ordered to launch a manhunt to nab the escapee, while, the errant Mansa CIA Staff Incharge Pritpal Singh has been dismissed and arrested promptly. “Unlike previous governments, prompt action is being ensured now,” said the Minister.

IEP Chandigarh, October 3

In a bid to provide much needed succour to the sugarcane farmers of the state, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday announced to increase the price of sugarcane to Rs. 380 per quintal from existing Rs. 360 per quintal.

Announcing this on the floor of Punjab Assembly, the Chief Minister said that the farmers will get an additional Rs. 20 per quintal under State Agreed Price (SAP) of sugarcane as compared to last year. He said that this will bring the price of sugarcane to Rs. 380 per quintal from the existing price of Rs.360 per quintal. With this decision, the state government will spend additional Rs. 200 crore annually to benefit the farmers.

Bhagwant Mann said that the farmers of the state eagerly want to adopt sugarcane crop under crop diversification, but they are hesitant for it due to lack of adequate price and timely payment of the crop. At present sugarcane is cultivated on just 1.25 lakh hectares of land in Punjab, while the total crushing capacity of sugar mills was around 2.50 lakh hectares. This is why the state government has decided to enhance the price to supplement the income of farmers.

Informing the house about the present status of the payments, Chief Minister said that the Cooperative Sugar Mills have already paid the entire dues of the farmers but two private sugar mills have not paid the dues yet. He informed that the owners of these mills have fled from the country adding that the state government has already initiated the process to confiscate their assets to pay the pending dues of the farmers.

IEP Chandigarh, October 3:

The Main Branch Lower off taking at Tail of Main Branch Upper (Aliwal Head) and off-taking canals/distributaries/minors of main branch lower system will remain closed up till October 21,2022.

An official spokesperson of Water Resources department informed that in view of the status of crops and weather, Main Branch Lower and its off taking Canals/Distributaries/Minors will remain closed from 01.10.2022 to 21.10.2022 (both days inclusive) for construction work of bridge tapping points at RD 151300.

Vigilance nabs Inspector Legal Metrology taking bribe Rs 9,000 for annual inspection of petrol pump

IEP Chandigarh, October 3

The Punjab Vigilance Bureau during its campaign against corruption on Monday nabbed an Inspector Legal Metrology (Weight and measurements) Kawinder Singh posted at Bathinda red handed accepting a bribe of Rs. 9,000.

Disclosing this here today an official spokesperson of the Vigilance Bureau (VB) said accused Kawinder Singh has been arrested on the complaint of Kanwar Yadwinder Singh of Bathinda, who is owner of Akal Parivar Petrol Pump, Bathinda.

He informed that the complainant has approached the VB and alleged that the above said Inspector Legal Metrology was demanding Rs. 9,000 as a bribe for making stamping of machines at petrol pump regarding annual weight and measurement inspection. Besides, the accused Inspector has asked the pump employee to fill his vehicle with 15 litres petrol but didn’t paid any amount for the same.

After verifying his information, a VB team laid a trap and the above mentioned accused Inspector was arrested while accepting a bribe of Rs. 9,000 from the complainant in the presence of two official witnesses. He informed that a case under Prevention of Corruption Act has been registered against the accused at VB, police station Bathinda and further investigation was under progress.

IEP Chandigarh, October 3

Punjab Vidhan Sabha led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday unanimously passed a confidence motion in the favor of the state government during the session of the state assembly.

“Faith of people has won in Punjab and the forces who had tried to purchase the verdict of masses have got a major blow”, said the Chief Minister while winding up debate on the floor of house.

The Chief Minister said that the motion was brought in Vidhan Sabha to show that the state government enjoys the confidence of the people. He said that the passing of this motion has proved that the democracy of the country cannot be purchased by money or muscle power. Bhagwant Mann said that with this historic mandate, the state government will make further strenuous efforts for restoring the pristine glory of the state.

Expressing deep concern over the efforts being made to murder democracy in the country, the Chief Minister said that this is a major threat for country. He said that people have always upheld the democratic values but now the Congress and BJP are trying to derail democracy by grabbing power through the back door. Bhagwant Mann said that these leaders have turned democracy into a game of those having money and muscle power.

The Chief Minister said that the confidence motion in the state assembly has been necessitated as both the parties have joined hands to topple the democratically elected government in the state. He said that BJP is mastering art to form governments in the state through back doors in the country and unfortunately despite being its worst victim the Congress is supporting it. Bhagwant Mann dared the Congress leaders to explain why they have been mum on this anti-democratic move of the saffron party despite the fact their MLAs have been purchased by BJP in many states.

The Chief Minister said that the day is not far when Congress will open offices in the country with the tag ‘MLAs on sale’. He said that this is unfortunate that Congress and BJP have connived with each other to make a mockery of the democratic values. However, Bhagwant Mann categorically said that people are supreme in democracy and they will not tolerate this.

Coming down heavily on Leader of Opposition Partap Singh Bajwa, the Chief Minister said that it is unfortunate he had become a puppet in the hands of the saffron party. He said that the senior Congress leader will be now known as Partap Singh ‘Bhajpa’ after his dubious role to scuttle democracy in the state has been exposed. Bhagwant Mann said that it is shameful on the part of the senior Congress leader that he is supporting the sinister move of the saffron party. 

The Chief Minister, while training his guns against the former Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh for shielding the corrupt, said that the former Chief Minister had joined BJP with few of his accomplices. However, he said that the BJP had closed doors for the diehard supporters of the former Chief Minister due to serious allegations of corruption against them. Bhagwant Mann said that even if BJP is denying entry to these leaders then one can well imagine how much corrupt they would have been.     

The Chief Minister said that the Punjab government is committed to ensuring severest of severe punishment to perpetrators of the Bargari incident. Bhagwant Mann said that he had asked the officers to complete the enquiry into matter at the earliest for nailing the guilty, however affluent he may be. He said that the state government was also making all out efforts on the legal front to ensure that no guilty is spared.

The Chief Minister further said that the state government will make all out efforts to get the Halwara Airport named after legendary martyr Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha. He said that no stone will be left unturned for this noble cause as a tribute to the iconic martyr. Bhagwant Mann said that the state government is committed to perpetuating the legacy of these great national leaders.

Reiterating the firm commitment of the state government to ensure smooth and hassle free procurement of paddy in the state, the Chief Minister said that every single grain of the golden harvest of farmers will be purchased. He said that the state government is not leaving any stone unturned for this. Bhagwant Mann said that elaborate arrangements have been made in this regard.

Earlier, Cabinet Minister Anmol Gagan Mann, MLAs Sheetal Angural, Dinesh Chadha, Prof. Jaswant Singh Gajjanmajra, Prof. Baljinder Kaur, Rupinder Singh Happy, Tarunpreet Singh Saundh, Jagdeep Goldy Kamboj, Principal Budh Ram, Amritpal Singh Sukhanand, Gurdev Singh Dev Mann, Ajit Pal Singh Kohli, Amolak Singh, Gurpreet Singh Banwali and Manvinder Singh Giaspura also spoke in favor of resolution.