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Completely eliminate undesirable practices like touts, deliberate delays & corruption from the system- Khare, Advisor to PM

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A ‘Special Foundation Course’ for officers of the Indian Police Service, Indian Railway Accounts Service and Indian Postal Service began in Haryana Institute of Public Administration (HIPA) Gurugram, which was inaugurated by Advisor to Prime Minister Sh. Amit Khare, IAS(Retd).         While inaugurating the Foundation Course Sh. Khare highlighted the challenges faced by the government. He listed out certain underlying objectives to counter contemporary challenges and stressed the need to bring improvement in service delivery while ensuring transparency in government business and further empowerment of citizens through dissemination of information. He said that the officers should adopt such practices that encourage a broad based public awareness and public participation in the key areas of developmental efforts.  Additionally, he stated that there is an urgent need to have complete elimination of undesirable practices such as touts, deliberate delays and corruption which are the impediments of development. He also desired that the officers need to exercise due control over assets, revenues and expenditure and asked the officers to establish a new robust information base for prompt and correct decision making.  This, according to him, will further help to tackle the issues with speed and precision.  He said that for enhancing the productivity and efficiency, promotion of knowledge network is the need of the hour.  Mr. Khare reiterated that he  strongly believe that ‘Good Governance’ would begin by making administration more responsive, citizen friendly and it should ensure accountability, which is the essence of the ‘minimum Government and maximum governance’ message of Prime Minister. Mrs. Surina Rajan, IAS (Retd), Director General of HIPA while welcoming the Chief Guest, explained the core objectives of the 15-week training course. She stated that the training course is a judicious mix of academic and non-academic components. The academic component is composed of 15 modules on varied subjects including traditional ones like law, public policy, basic economics and data analytics.  The non-academic component shall include treks and village visits apart from other extra-curricular activities. The newer modules including data analytics and concepts like ‘Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas’ (taking everyone together in process of development) and issues pertaining to national security shall be the other subjects of study required for developing the personality and capacities of the trainee officers.The Inaugural Function ended with a vote of thanks by the Course Director.

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Punjab cabinet accords approval to summon special assembly session on September 22

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IEP Chandigarh, September 20

The Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday approved summoning of the 3rd Special Session of 16th Punjab Vidhan Sabha on September 22, 2022 (Thursday) to move confidence motion in the favour of state government.

          A decision to this effect was taken during a meeting of Council of Ministers chaired by Chief Minister this morning here at Chief Minister’s Office in Punjab Civil Secretariat.

          Divulging the details a spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s Office, the Cabinet approved the recommendation to be sent to the Governor, Punjab for summoning special session of the House under Article 174 (1) of the Constitution of India. The spokesperson further said that the session will start with obituary references at 11 am, followed by moving of a confidence motion in favour of the state government.

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NOC holders of unauthorized colonies will not face any problem while getting registration: Jimpa

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IEP Chandigarh, September 20

 Residents/owners of plots of unauthorized colonies in the state who have NOC, will not face any problem while getting their property registered.  Revenue Minister Bram Shanker Jimpa has issued instructions to the concerned officials and employees of the department in this regard.

          Revenue Minister said that providing transparent and corruption-free services to the people of Punjab is the main objective of the government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.  He said that revenue officials have been directed to do all the work according to the rules and regulations and as per the instructions circulated by state govt.

          He said that to get NOC for registry, a portal has been launched to ensure prompt and timely disposal of applications for owners of unauthorised colonies. Jimpa said that for regularization of plots and buildings located in unauthorized colonies, concerned person can log on to the portal www.punjabregularization.in to get NOC. The entire process from submitting application till getting N.O.C. is online.  He said that this facility is for those allottees/residents only, whose properties fall in unauthorized colonies developed before March 19, 2018.

          Revenue Minister further said that after getting NOC, the owner can get registration by submitting govt fee. It is worth mentioned that  the entire process to get N.O.C would be completed maximum within 21 working days from the date of submission of the application on the portal. This one single portal is designed for regularization of plots and buildings falling within MC and outside MC area for quick disposal of applications, he added.

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CM Dhami lays foundation stone of IndoNepal bridge across Kali river

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IEP DEHRADUN

Uttarakhand Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami laid the foundation stone of the 110 metre span double lane road bridge on Kali river at Malla Charchum area of Dharchula in Pithoragarh district on Monday. The Rs 32.98 crore bridge would connect India with Nepal. Speaking on the occasion, Dhami said that the bridge would ease the flow of traffic between India and Nepal and would give an impetus to trade between the two neighbours. The bridge would also help in generating employment in the area. 

The CM said that the construction of the bridge would be completed within a year and directed the officers of the Public Works Department (PWD) which is the executing agency, to complete the work within the stipulated time while making no compromise with the quality of construction. Expressing happiness, the CM said that he is especially happy to approve of the bridge since he was born and grew up in the area near the Kali river. He opined that once completed the bridge would further strengthen the centuries old relations between India and Nepal. Dhami said that many welfare schemes are being operated in Uttarakhand under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said work is going on for development of the border areas of the State. The CM said that work on road and internet connectivity is going on at a fast pace in Uttarakhand. 

Expressing confidence that the ongoing decade would belong to Uttarakhand, Dhami said that the State government is standing with the people as a collaborator in development. 

He said that every possible effort would be made for rehabilitation of the disaster affected people. The road bridge in Charchum area of Pithoragarh district would be the second such bridge between India and Nepal after Tanakpur across the Kali river. The Dharchula MLA Harish Dhami, block Pramukh Dhan Singh Dhami, district magistrate of Pithoragarh Ashish Chauhan, superintendent of police Lokeshwar Singh, PWD superintending engineer SK Kandpal and others were present on the occasion.

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Religious conversion cause of concern for U’khand: Ramdev

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Yoga guru Swami Ramdev has expressed concern stating that the manner in which religious conversions are taking place in Uttarakhand is a matter of concern. 

He also blamed Pakistan for the spread of lumpy skin disease in cattle in India. 

Ramdev expressed these views on the sidelines of a religious event he attended at Bhupatwala here on Monday. Ramdev appreciated chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami’s decision regarding a survey of Madarsas in the State. He said that Islam did not have a major presence in Uttarakhand about 30 years ago but now activities like religious conversions have affected Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. 

He said that the managers of Madarsas imparting good teaching and knowledge of Islam have nothing to worry about but if any such institution is teaching religious fundamentalism then strong action should be taken against such a Madarsa. Blaming Pakistan for the spread of lumpy skin disease among cattle in India, Ramdev said that an investigation should be conducted to ascertain whether the virus is manmade and if it has been spread as part of some conspiracy. 

He said that application of a mixture of aloe vera, turmeric and Multani Mitti is very useful in lumpy virus disease. Regarding the spread of dengue amidst changing weather, he said that Patanjali has conducted research on this subject and found that Giloy, aloe vera, Veda grass, pomegranate and papaya are useful in treating this disease.

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Punjab Health Department on Its Toes to Ward Off Dengue, says Chetan Singh Jauramajra

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IEP Chandigarh, September 20

As some sections of the media reported yesterday regarding the uptick in a number of cases of dengue in Punjab, Health and Family Welfare Minister Punjab Chetan Singh Jauramajra on Tuesday apprised that the dengue situation is completely under control in Punjab and there is no need to panic about it.

He said that as the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab Government is committed to ensuring the wellbeing of residents, the Health Department has been working round the clock to contain the spread of dengue.

Talking about the activities being undertaken Mr. Jauramajra stated that the Health Department is carrying out several anti-dengue drives right from the start of the summer season. It is pertinent to mention that dengue is a vector-borne disease that is caused by the bite of the Aedes Aegypti mosquito.

“In the month of September alone, teams of the department have visited more than 3 Lakh houses to check larvae breeding and mosquito larvae have been found and destroyed in as many as 5871 houses,” he informed.

To keep vigil at the breeding of mosquito larvae health department has deputed at least 855 breeding checkers across Punjab, besides, larvicide and insecticide spray is  being done across the state. The department is also using a biological method to control mosquito breeding as Gambusia fish is released in ponds of villages, which feeds upon the mosquito larvae and helps in controlling their breeding, he added.

Sharing more details about the department’s anti-dengue activities Mr. Jauramajra stated that dengue awareness camps are also being organized across the state, and inter-sectoral meetings involving various stakeholders such as the Local Body Department, Rural Development Department, Education, etc. are also being held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioners to monitor and review the ground situation.

Mr. Jauramajra appealed to the general public to follow the precautions being disseminated by the Health department. As stagnant water is the potential breeding ground for mosquitoes, he also urged people to keep checking their surroundings and ensure that there should not be any stagnant water collection (water containers, tyres , coolers) inside or near their houses. which can be a potential breeding ground for mosquitoes.

Meanwhile, dengue is a notifiable disease and the Punjab government has also capped the price of its test to Rs 600/-. Punjab government has 42 labs for dengue testing and 1274 beds have specifically been marked for dengue patients in government hospitals in the shape of Dengue Wards.

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Scheme launched for allotments of 150 residential plots at Dhuri

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IEP Chandigarh, September 20

          Patiala Development Authority (PDA) has launched a scheme for allotment of 150 residential plots at PDA Enclave, Dhuri. The scheme will close on October 14, 2022.

          Giving details of the scheme, an official spokesperson of Housing & Urban Development Department said that plots measuring 150 sq. yds., 200 sq. yds. and 250 sq. yds. have been priced at Rs.12,000 per sq. yd., reserve price of 300 sq. yds. and 400 sq. yds. plots has been fixed at Rs.14,000 per sq. yd. Where 10% amount of the plot would be paid with application form by the applicants, successful applicants would be required to pay 15% of the amount within 30 days of issuance of Letter of Intent. Rest of the amount would be payable either in lump-sum or in installments scheduled, he added.

          PDA Enclave, Dhuri is situated on an ideal location on Dhuri-Sangrur main road, stated the spokesperson while adding that the residents of the project would be offered state-of-the-art civic amenities. 

          He further informed that interested applicants can get the details of the scheme from the brochure available in the designated branches of the banks associated i.e. Punjab National Bank, Canara Bank, HDFC Bank Ltd. and ICICI bank, for sale of brochures as well as acceptance of application forms. The brochure could also be purchased from Single Window Service Counter of PDA at PUDA Complex, Urban Estate Phase II, Patiala.

          The spokesperson said that facility of submitting online applications has also been given in the scheme. Applicants can seek the details of the scheme by visiting the websites www.pdapatiala.in or www.puda.gov.in or they can get the details on phone by dialing on 0175-5020555.

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Supreme Court upheld the validity of Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Act and gave right to the Sikhs of the state- Haryana Chief Minister

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IEP Chandigarh, September 20

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Sikh Sangat across the state on the decision of Supreme Court for upholding the validity of Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Act.         Showing gratitude over the decision of SC, a delegation of Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee today reached Chandigarh to meet, Sh. Manohar Lal at his residence.The delegation led by Sh. Baljit Singh Daduwal, President of Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee expressed gratitude and felicitated the Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal by presenting Siropas and garlands.  On this occasion, the Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal said that by announcing this historic decision, the Supreme Court has given the rights to the Sikhs of Haryana.  In the case of Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee, the Haryana Government had firmly put its stand in the Supreme Court.  After hearing for almost 8 years, the court has given this historic decision, which is a matter of great relief for the Sikhs across the state.  The Chief Minister said that the State Government was working in the interest of Sikhs.  He assured the delegation that all possible help would be extended in future as well.

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SCHEME LAUNCHED FOR ALLOTMENTS OF 150 RESIDENTIAL PLOTS AT DHURI

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IEP Chandigarh, September 20

          Patiala Development Authority (PDA) has launched a scheme for allotment of 150 residential plots at PDA Enclave, Dhuri. The scheme will close on October 14, 2022.

          Giving details of the scheme, an official spokesperson of Housing & Urban Development Department said that plots measuring 150 sq. yds., 200 sq. yds. and 250 sq. yds. have been priced at Rs.12,000 per sq. yd., reserve price of 300 sq. yds. and 400 sq. yds. plots has been fixed at Rs.14,000 per sq. yd. Where 10% amount of the plot would be paid with application form by the applicants, successful applicants would be required to pay 15% of the amount within 30 days of issuance of Letter of Intent. Rest of the amount would be payable either in lump-sum or in installments scheduled, he added.

          PDA Enclave, Dhuri is situated on an ideal location on Dhuri-Sangrur main road, stated the spokesperson while adding that the residents of the project would be offered state-of-the-art civic amenities. 

          He further informed that interested applicants can get the details of the scheme from the brochure available in the designated branches of the banks associated i.e. Punjab National Bank, Canara Bank, HDFC Bank Ltd. and ICICI bank, for sale of brochures as well as acceptance of application forms. The brochure could also be purchased from Single Window Service Counter of PDA at PUDA Complex, Urban Estate Phase II, Patiala.

          The spokesperson said that facility of submitting online applications has also been given in the scheme. Applicants can seek the details of the scheme by visiting the websites www.pdapatiala.in or www.puda.gov.in or they can get the details on phone by dialing on 0175-5020555.

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Govt to give advance subsidy to farmers under PM Matsya Sampada Yojana, says Haryana CM

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IEP Chandigarh, September 20

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Monday announced a big bonanza for the farmers who are doing the Fisheries business. The State Government will give an advance subsidy to the farmers under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) if there is any delay in the subsidy coming from the Central Government. Besides this, the Chief Minister also announced for setting up of a testing lab related to this business in Sirsa. This will directly benefit the local farmers who are in this business as earlier, the farmers of this district had to especially go to Rohtak for the lab testing facility.

Khattar was speaking at a workshop of shrimp farmers organized at Chormar Khera village in Sirsa. He further announced that a wholesale fish market would also be opened in either Jhajjar or Gurugram district for the purchase and sale of fish. This would ensure the economic progress of the farmers. Like the Kisan Credit Card, the government is also providing the facility of credit cards to fish farmers. Similarly, the government is also holding discussions with banks and insurance companies for providing insurance facilities for fisheries as well, added Khattar.

The Chief Minister said that power consumption is a big issue in fish farming. At present, the government is providing electricity at the rate of 4.75 per unit to the farmers whose consumption is 20 kW. Fish farmers can also set up solar plants on their plots, for this a subsidy of Rs. 20,000 per horsepower, with a maximum limit of Rs 2 lakh is being given to them.

The Chief Minister said that an aqua park, at a cost of Rs 30 crore would be established in Garwa village in the Bhiwani district. This aqua park will be established on 25 acres. In this, new research related to fish farming, the new variety of fish farming, and research on seeds will be carried out. This will directly benefit the fish farmers, he said. The Chief Minister said that the benefits of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana would be available for the next three years. Shrimp is exported in large quantities. This brings foreign exchange into the country, which is important for India’s economic growth.

The Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is making several new schemes and projects to double the income of farmers. One of them is fisheries. Ordinary farmers cannot earn more by growing crops only but they can certainly earn more from animal husbandry, pisciculture, mushroom production, etc. Progressive farmers should go ahead and inspire other farmers to join them.

“We are continuously promoting the production of shrimp in saline land and waterlogged areas in Haryana. In the year 2014-15, the total area under shrimp farming was 70 acres and the total production was 140 MT only, which has now increased to 1250 acres and the production has also increased to 2900 MT during the year 2021-22,” said Khattar. He said that the State Government has set this year’s target to increase this area from 1250 acres to 2500 acres and production from 2900 metric tonnes to 4000 metric tonnes. The Chief Minister said that in the year 2014, 1 lakh metric tonnes of fish was produced in Haryana in a total farming area of 43000 acres and this year the target has been increased to 54000 acres. Besides this, the State Government has also set a target of increasing production to 2.10 lakh metric tonnes. A target has been set to provide 25 lakh fish seeds to the farmers in the state, added Khattar.