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Holi, the festival of colors, is considered incomplete without the sound of drums and the joy of colors. This year, the festival of Holi will be celebrated across the country on March 25th. People apply colorful gulal to each other to make this day special. However, in the past, people used to play Holi with natural colors made from flowers or other organic materials, but today, synthetic chemical colors are commonly used. These colors contain chemicals like lead oxide, chromium iodide, copper sulfate, zinc, and aluminum bromide, which can cause various health problems for individuals. Former Assistant Professor Dr. H.K Kharbanda explained on this occasion how playing Holi with chemical colors can cause significant harm to health and what are the ways to prevent it.

Eye-related issues:

Chemical colors, especially those containing silica and zinc, can cause damage to the eyes even with a small amount getting into them. These colors can cause irritation and burning sensation in the eyes, and they may even damage the corneas. If color gets into the eyes, do not rub them with hands or cloth; instead, rinse them with water immediately and consult an eye doctor nearby.

Gastrointestinal problems:

Playing Holi with chemical colors, if ingested in large quantities, can lead to gastrointestinal issues. This can cause problems like vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and stomach infections.

Toxicity:

Chemical colors used in Holi contain dangerous chemicals like zinc, lead, chromium, and ammonia. If these colors accidentally enter the mouth or are absorbed through the skin during Holi play, it can increase toxicity in the body. This can lead to serious illnesses like cancer. Moreover, such colors can pose a risk to pregnant women and the developing fetus.

Respiratory issues:

Holi colors contain harmful chemicals like lead, silica, and zinc, which can damage the lungs. Additionally, these colors can contribute to respiratory diseases, leading to breathing difficulties and coughing.

Skin-related problems:

Playing Holi with chemical colors can cause issues like rashes, burning sensation, itching, and redness of the skin. Some people may also develop allergies to these colors, resulting in small bumps on the skin.

Precautions to take while playing Holi:

– Always use herbal colors for playing Holi.
– Wear protective eyewear to keep your eyes safe from colors.
– Apply oil to your body before playing Holi to protect your face and skin from chemical colors.
– If color accidentally enters the eyes or mouth, immediately wash with water or gargle.

These precautions can help prevent health issues associated with playing Holi with chemical colors.

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Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi today urged the people of Haryana at the Veer Dhara of Rewari to extend their unstinted support to propel India to become the third largest economic superpower in the world in the coming years. Describing Haryana as a state of incredible possibilities, he stated that it is emerging as a preferred investment destination, and with increased investment, job opportunities will also rise. The double engine government is dedicated to transforming Haryana into a developed state, ensuring a bright future for today’s young generation. With expanding opportunities in every sector – from technology to textile and tourism to trade – youth are getting employment and self-employment opportunities.

Haryana Governor, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, and other signatures also attended the programme.

Highlighting the significance of projects worth approximately Rs. 10,000 crore that were inaugurated and laid foundation for in the state, the Prime Minister called upon the people of Haryana to support the government’s endeavours.

Addressing the gathering, Sh. Narendra Modi reminisced about his first campaign rally in Rewari when he was declared the Prime Minister candidate by the Bharatiya Janata Party in 2013. At that time, Rewari had given him blessings for victory, which became a reality as he secured 272 seats. Now, he is back in Rewari once again seeking their blessings, aiming for the BJP government to cross the 400-seat mark. He urged the youth, particularly those preparing to vote for the first time, to continue to bless the “double-engine” government, symbolizing the synergy between the central and state administrations in driving development initiatives. Emphasizing the importance of seats in a democracy, he stated that the greatest asset for him is the blessings of the people. 

The respect India receives worldwide is not just Modi’s but every Indian’s respect, PM

Highlighting India’s remarkable progress on the global stage, the Prime Minister articulated his vision for India to ascend to the ranks of the world’s third-largest economic power in the next term. He said that the respect India receives worldwide is not just Modi’s but every Indian’s respect. He attributed India’s current elevated status to the unwavering support and blessings of its people, highlighting Haryana’s integral role in this trajectory of growth and prosperity.

Blessings of the people of Rewari are a huge asset for me, PM

Reflecting on past achievements, the Prime Minister recalled his previous campaign rally in Rewari and reiterated the importance of public support in realizing its goals. He stated that Rewari is the first witness to Modi’s Gaurantee. He credited the blessings of the people to India soaring to new heights in the world.

Congress people used to consider Lord Rama as fictional, who never wanted a temple of Lord Rama in Ayodhya, PM

The Prime Minister underscored key milestones such as the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and the historic abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, affirming the government’s commitment to fulfilling its promises and advancing the nation’s interests. While commenting on the opposition, the Prime Minister said that Congress people used to consider Lord Rama as fictional, who never wanted a temple of Lord Rama in Ayodhya, and today they too have started chanting Jai Siya Ram.

Taking a dig at his opponents, the Prime Minister also critiqued the Opposition, particularly the Congress party, for its obstructive stance on critical issues such as Article 370. He said that he had assured the citizens that Article 370 would be removed from Jammu and Kashmir. Despite the efforts of the Congress, today Article 370 has been lost in the pages of history. People have taken another resolution, and the public sentiment is saying that the BJP has removed 370, and this time the party will be given a mandate of 370 seats.

PM recalled accomplishing the guarantee of ‘One Rank One Pension’ to ex-servicemen in Rewari

The Prime Minister recalled accomplishing the guarantee of ‘One Rank One Pension’ to ex-servicemen in Rewari and informed about providing about Rs 1 lakh crores so far, where many ex-servicemen from Haryana have reaped its benefits. Prime Minister informed that In Rewari beneficiaries of OROP have received more than Rs 600 crores so far. He also pointed out that the previous government had earmarked a budget of Rs 500 crores for OROP nationally which is less than the amount received by the families of the servicemen in Rewari alone.

AIIMS to be built at a cost of about Rs 1,650 crores

The Prime Minister assured that after laying the foundation stone of AIIMS at Rewari today, he will also inaugurate Rewari AIIMS. He said this will ensure better treatment and opportunity to become a doctor for the local citizens. Noting that Rewari AIIMS is the 22nd AIIMS, Prime MInister informed that 15 new AIIMS have been sanctioned in the last 10 years. More than 300 medical colleges established in the last 10 years, while only 380 medical colleges were established after independence till 2014. In Haryana too, work is going on to ensure at least one medical college in every district.

The more the Congress conspires, the stronger the public makes me, PM

The Prime Minister accused the Congress party of keeping more than half of the country’s population away from small needs for decades, prioritizing the interests of one family over the interests of the nation and its citizens, promoting the biggest scams, terrorism, and separatism, and weakening the army and soldiers. He said that more the Congress conspires against him the stronger the public makes him. He said that once again, Congress has opened all fronts against him, but the country’s public support and blessings are with him.

Sh. Narendra Modi said that the Congress still has the same team, the same leaders, and the same intentions, all of whom are devoted to one family, so their policies will also be the same, which include loot, corruption, and destruction. He said that the Congress believes that staying in power is their birthright. Since this poor son became the Prime Minister, they have been conspiring against him one after another.

The condition of the Congress in Haryana is also the same as Nationally, PM

The Prime Minister said that in the grip of one family’s influence, the condition of the Congress in Haryana is also the same. Today, Congress is going through the most pitiful phase of its history. Today, the old leaders of Congress are leaving them one by one, those who had once intended to join, are also running away from them. The situation is such that Congress does not even have its workers left. Wherever Congress is in power, their governments are not being managed. There are difficulties in paying salaries and pensions in Himachal Pradesh. Development work is not being done in Karnataka. On one hand, there is Congress misrule, and on the other hand, there is BJP’s good governance.

Prime Minister praised the functioning of Manohar government

The Prime Minister drew the comparison between the good and bad governance of the present and the past governments and highlighted the presence of double-engine government in Haryana for the past 10 years. He informed that the state stands at the top when it comes to abiding by policies formulated by the central government for the welfare of the poor. He touched upon Haryana’s growth in the agricultural sector and the state’s expansion of industries. He also highlighted the fast-paced development of South Haryana which lagged for decades, be it road, rail or metro services. The Prime Minister informed that the first phase of Delhi-Dausa-Lalsot section of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway has already been inaugurated, while adding that the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, the longest expressway in India, passes through Gurugram, Palwal and Nuh districts of Haryana.

Haryana is emerging as a good state for investment, and increasing investment means an increase in new job opportunities, PM

The Prime Minister said that hundreds of fortune companies from around the world are operating in Haryana, providing employment opportunities to the youth. Haryana is emerging as an excellent state for investment in India, leading to the creation of new job opportunities. The double-engine government is working to make Haryana a developed state. New opportunities are also emerging from technology to textiles and from tourism to trade. He said that the Prime Minister Vishwakarma Yojana is being implemented for traditional artisans, under which a sum of Rs. 13000 crore will be spent. This scheme will change the lives of these artisans.

The Prime Minister said that Modi’s guarantee is with those who have nothing to offer as a guarantee. We have made the lives of the people prosperous by implementing various schemes like PM Kisan Samman Nidhi, PM Swanidhi, Mudra Yojana, Ujjwala Yojana, and Jal Jeevan Mission. In addition to this, in the last 10 years, 10 crore women have been connected to self-help groups across the country, including lakhs of women from Haryana. He said that the target in this year’s budget is to make 3 crore women Lakhpati Didi, while so far, 1 crore women have already become Lakhpati Didi.

Whatever expectations the centre has from Haryana, we will fulfill them, assures CM

Earlier, the Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal welcomed Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi on behalf of the people of Haryana. He said that today is a historic day when the foundation stone of the country’s 22nd AIIMS has been laid here. He said that in 2013, when the Prime Minister was the Chief Minister of Gujarat, at that time, the people of the country  saw him to be the next Prime Minister, and his journey as Prime Minister began from the land of Rewari on September 15, 2013.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said that the people here had been demanding for years that a centre like AIIMS be opened, and today its foundation stone has been laid. The campaign to open medical colleges in every district of the state, which has been launched by the Haryana government, also holds great importance in health services. This AIIMS will not only benefit the people of southern Haryana but also the people of Rajasthan. He also expressed gratitude to the people of Majra village, who have donated their panchayat land for this AIIMS. Private land has also been purchased for this.

Sh. Manohar Lal also expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for laying the foundation stone of the Gurugram Metro project, which costs around Rs. 5500 crore. This metro service will benefit people from all over the country and abroad. He said that Millennium City Gurugram plays a very important role in the progress of the country and the state.

The Chief Minister said that Haryana’s first airport is being built in Hisar district. Domestic and international flights will start there very soon. Similarly, to strengthen the railway network, the Prime Minister has also inaugurated the Rohtak-Hansi railway line from Rohtak today. He said that today’s day is also important from a cultural point of view. The Prime Minister has inaugurated the Jyotisar Anubhav Kendra.

Sh. Manohar Lal said that Haryana has made a significant contribution to the progress of the country. Under the guidance of the Prime Minister, Haryana is progressing in leaps and bounds. He assured that whatever expectations the centre has from Haryana, we will fulfill them.

The work done under the leadership of the Prime Minister in the last 10 years is not just remarkable but also unparalleled, Union Minister of State Rao Inderjit

The Union Minister of State for Statistics and Program Implementation, Rao Inderjit said that in 2014, there were only 7 AIIMS in the country, while today the Prime Minister has laid the foundation stone of the country’s 22nd AIIMS. In 2014, only 23 kilometers of metro was established in a year, which is now increasing to 63 kilometers per year. The inauguration of the 27-kilometer metro line from Huda City Center to Cyber City has also been done in Gurugram. He said that the work done under the leadership of the Prime Minister in the last 10 years is not just remarkable but also unparalleled.

Haryana Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala, Cooperation Minister, Dr. Banwari Lal, Rajya Sabha MP, Sh. Biplab Deb, Lok Sabha MP and BJP State President, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, MP Sh. Dharambir Singh and other dignitaries also remained present on this occasion.

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In a ceremonial event today, the Chandigarh Police extended a Guard of Honour to the newly appointed Advisor to the Administrator, Sh. Rajeev Verma, as he joined  his duties at the Chandigarh Secretariat, Sector 9, Chandigarh. The new Advisor received a warm welcome from officials of UT Chandigarh Administration, including Sh. Nitin Kumar Yadav, Home Secretary, Praveer Ranjan DGP and other senior officials.

Sh. Rajeev Verma, IAS with his extensive experience and dedication to public service, brings a wealth of knowledge to his new role as Advisor to the Administrator. His appointment signifies a pivotal moment for the administration, as his leadership is expected to drive significant development and welfare initiatives across the union territory.

During the briefing session with the Secrataries and Head of Departments today, Sh. Rajeev Verma emphasized on  aligning the Chandigarh Administration with Prime Minister’s Vision 2047, aiming to position Chandigarh as the smartest city in every aspect. He set ambitious goals, envisioning Chandigarh as the first Union Territory to achieve Sustainable Development Goals and secure the top rank for cleanliness nationwide. Sh. Verma also  stressed  upon the importance of a corruption-free administration, particularly in public-dealing  departments. He said that there is a need to 

implement an effective anti-bribery management system which supports a working culture based on transparency and integrity.

Under Sh. Rajeev Verma’s guidance, the Chandigarh Administration is poised to embark on a transformative journey towards becoming the cleanest city and achieving top-tier status in sustainable development, setting a precedent for other UTs and states to follow.

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Chandigarh Administration Invites Public Input on Proposed Reciprocal Transport Agreement with Uttarakhand State Chandigarh,2nd Feb,2024. 

In accordance with the authority granted by section 88(5) of the Motor Vehicle Act 1988, the Chandigarh Administration has released a draft proposal for a Reciprocal Transport Agreement between Union Territory Chandigarh and Uttarakhand State. The draft has been published in the extraordinary Gazette of Chandigarh Administration on 30.1.2024. The purpose of this publication is to solicit objections and suggestions from all individuals likely to be affected by this proposal. 

The public is invited to submit their feedback within a 30-day period from the date of this notice, The objection/suggestion can be sent in writing or via email to the Office of Secretary Transport, Chandigarh Administration, 2nd Floor Chandigarh Secretariat, Sector 9, Chandigarh. 

The designated email address is hs-chd@nic.in. The draft notification, numbered 2/7/74-H-III(7)-2024/1688 and dated 30.01.2024, is available for review on the official website of the transport department: chdctu.gov.in.

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In a momentous occasion, Dr. Prachi Mann, NSS Programme Officer at GMSSS 32 -C, led a contingent of 14 NSS volunteers from Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, and Punjab at the Republic Day Parade Camp held at Kartvya Path. A total of 200 NSS volunteers and 16 Programme Officers from across the country participated in this historic event. The Republic Day Parade held special significance as it exclusively featured a march past by women personnel of the Indian Armed Forces. The event also showcased vibrant tableaux representing the diverse cultures of different states. Notably, NSS stood out as the only civilian contingent participating in the prestigious Republic Day Parade. On 26th January 2024, Dr. Prachi Mann, along with two NSS volunteers, Ms. Pooja from Panjab University Chandigarh and Ms. Husan Veer Kaur from M.C.M. DAV, proudly marched at Kartvya Path as representatives of Chandigarh.

Adding to the honor, the entire NSS Contingent was invited for a High Tea and interaction with esteemed dignitaries. Honourable President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, Honourable Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, Honourable Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, and Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, extended invitations for Dinner and Interaction. This recognition reflects the commendable efforts of Dr. Prachi Mann and the NSS volunteers, showcasing their dedication and commitment to national service.

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Prof. Vivek Lal, Director, PGIMER, unfurled the National flag on the occasion of Republic Day of India at Kairon Block, PGIMER, Chandigarh. The event showcased the dedication and commitment of the staff at PGI in providing healthcare services to the patients.

 Professor Naresh K Panda, Dean(Academics); Professor R.K. Ratho, Sh. Pankaj Rai, Deputy Director Administration; Sh. Varun Ahluwalia. Financial Advisor; Prof. Vipin Koushal, Medical Superintendent, Prof.Ashok Kumar, AMS, Department of Hospital Administration and many heads of the departments, senior faculty members, Nursing officers and staff members, and patient attendents were also present during the celebration.

The event began with the unfurling of the national flag by Director, PGI, Prof Vivek Lal.  PGI security personnel March past and saluted the National Flag. During his address, Dr. Vivek Lal commended the staff as true   “Karam Yogi” and acknowledged their efforts in making PGIMER a renowned healthcare institution globally. The patients across the nation have deep faith in PGI. 

He highlighted the importance of Republic Day and the significance of this day in history of our nation. PGIMER has conducted 70 medical camps during Vikshit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. Dr. Lal praised and congratulated the department of Hospital administration for their dedication and commitment in conducting these camps in a short time. He expressed his gratitude towards the employees of PGIMER and congratulated Prof. R.K. Dhiman, former HOD, Hepatology for  Padma Shri award and  Dr. Rajiv Chauhan, Associate Professor, Anesthesia, PGIMER  for certificate of appreciation in the field of bravery by the UT Administration, on Republic Day.

Dr. Lal emphasized the global impact of PGIMER’s medical services, stating that they are now being recognized in the United States of America. “The trajectory of knowledge has been changed, now we are teaching the world. The sessions of Telemedicine services of PGIMER are beamed in USA, said Dr Lal.  He emphasized the institution’s commitment to continue serving and teaching the world under the leadership of Honorable Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi ji.

The event also included a display of patriotism & Nationalism by the security wing of PGI, patriotic songs sung by the nurses.. To mark the celebration, sweets were distributed among the attendees, symbolizing the unity and joy of the occasion. 

The Republic Day celebrations at PGIMER, Chandigarh showcased the dedication, commitment, and achievements of the institute and its employees in providing quality healthcare services. The event served as a reminder of the importance of this historic day and the continued efforts of PGIMER in serving the nation. Everyone left with the sense of pride and patriotism in their hearts. 

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Anup Gupta, Mayor, Chandigarh today dedicated various developmental works completed by the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh at village Kaimbwala, here today in the presence of Ms. Anindita Mitra, IAS, Commissioner, councilors and officers of MCC, and other prominent persons of the area.

While sharing information about the various developmental works at village Kaimbwala, the Mayor said that recarpeting of phirni road village Kaimbwala and re-construction of internal gullies in village Kaimbwala were the major works, which gave big relief to the local residents.

He said that due to increasing population, the existing sewerage infrastructure was becoming insufficient and residents regularly complaining for the poor facilities. Hence, the work of strengthening the existing public health pipes and providing new pipelines as required was taken up by the Public Health Department. The work of strengthening of existing sewerage network and storm water drainage network of village Kaimbwala has been completed at a cost of approximately Rs. 1.30 Crores. As the public health department began their work, the residents demanded for the carpeting and internal streets works which were pending since the villages were under the jurisdiction of Chandigarh Administration. Hence, on the requests of village residents, the works of phirni roads and internal streets of the village Kaimbwala was taken up by the Road wing of Municipal Corporation Chandigarh. The work of reconstruction of phirni road and internal main roads of the village has been completed at a cost of approximately Rs. 60 lakhs.

The Mayor said that similarly, the work of providing and fixing of paver blocks on internal streets of the village has been done for approximately Rs. 34 lakhs. Nearly 10,000 people in the village will get benefit from these projects as roads have been damaged in the past many years due to the work of public health to provide water supply, sewerage and stormwater lines in villages under the jurisdiction of Municipal Corporation Chandigarh. 

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Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal hoisted the flag on the occasion of the 75th Republic Day celebrations held in Karnal district on Friday. On this occasion, he announced that under the Mukhya Mantri Shehri Awas Yojana, a portal will be opened from February 1, 2024, for the allocation of plots measuring 30 square yards in 11 cities under this scheme. Applicants can participate by depositing a nominal amount and avail loans from banks, along with assistance from the central and state governments, to build their homes on these plots.

        He said that the state government initiated this scheme to provide roofs over the heads of the poor and needy. Through advertisements, applications were invited for plots or flats under this scheme. So far, 1 lakh people have applied under this scheme.

Sh. Manohar Lal also announced that statues of Dr. Mangal Sen and Kalpana Chawla will be installed in Dr. Mangal Sen Auditorium in Karnal and Kalpana Chawla Medical College in Karnal, respectively.

        Sh. Manohar Lal paid tributes to martyrs at the War Memorial and inspected the parade of contingents.

‘Atal’ canteens will be opened in 15 more Mandis, announces CM

The Chief Minister further announced that ‘Atal canteens’ are being operated in 25 Mandis of the state to provide nutritious food at affordable rates to the poor and farmers. Starting from February 1, 2024,  such canteens will be opened in 15 more Mandis, and all 40 Mandis will now operate throughout the year instead of just five months, he announced.

Power bills will be issued every month in four districts from February 1 as a pilot project, CM

        Sh. Manohar Lal announced that there was a demand from the people to receive electricity bills every month instead of every two months. For this, as a pilot project in the first phase, monthly bills will be issued from February 1, 2024, in four districts, namely Hisar, Mahendragarh, Karnal, and Panchkula. Initially, Nigam workers will go for meter readings, and later consumers will send meter readings through a mobile application, bringing improvements and benefits to the system, said the Chief Minister.

CM paid homage to the freedom fighters who participated in the country’s independence and sacrificed their lives in the wars of 1962, 1965, 1971, and Kargil War

        The Chief Minister paid homage to the freedom fighters who participated in the country’s independence and to the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the wars of 1962, 1965, 1971, and Kargil. He expressed his gratitude to the scientists, farmers, labourers, and the people of the country who, after independence, together made India a significant power in the world.

He further asserted that though the constitution was implemented in 1950, it took years for the people to truly feel the essence of this republic. He said that it is the governance of the people, by the people, and for the people. Despite these principles being spoken of, for nearly 60 years after the country’s independence, people did not experience the benefits of the republic. Instead, one family kept the governance system stuck. The dominance of that family, established during the emergency period of 1975-1977, when atrocities occurred, awakened the people. It was during this time that people, for the first time, changed the governance system, said the Chief Minister.

India under the dynamic leadership of Prime  Minister, Narendra Modi is making consistent strides towards progress

        Sh. Manohar Lal said that under the dynamic leadership of the Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi,  India is making consistent strides towards progress and development.  Especially in the field of agriculture, the farmers of Haryana and Punjab in northern India have demonstrated their commitment to providing sustenance for the people. The country is witnessing the development of advanced technology, and through missions like Chandrayaan-3 to the southern pole of the moon and Aditya-L1 to the sun, India has expanded its reach even beyond.

        The Chief Minister said that in the past 10 years, several steps have been taken to strengthen the unity and integrity of the country. Article 370 and 35-A were abolished to make Kashmir an integral part of the country. Surgical strikes were conducted, the triple talaq law was abolished, and the citizenship amendment law was implemented. He stated that today, our country stands among the developing nations. Currently, 37 countries in the world fall under the category of developed nations. With the determination to make India a developed nation by the year 2047, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi initiated the Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Yatra from November 15, 2023, to January 25, 2024. During this Yatra, people in all villages and wards of cities were provided the opportunity to benefit from the central and state government’s schemes through ‘Modi ki guarantee ki Gadi’, said  Sh. Manohar Lal.

        He said that India has now become the world’s fifth-largest economy and, according to the upcoming figures in 2024, is set to become the third-largest economy, surpassing Japan and Germany. He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi for this achievement.

Haryana is  significantly contributing to the progress of the country, From investment to innovation, Haryana is progressing in every sector, CM

        The Chief Minister said that Haryana is significantly contributing to the progress of the country. In the past 9 years, the state government has implemented various schemes, arrangements, and administrative reforms, which other states in the country are now following.

        The Chief Minister said that from investment to innovation, Haryana is progressing in every sector. He said that the State has achieved top positions in the ease of doing business. In terms of MSMEs, Haryana ranks third in the country, and it holds the second position in food storage facilities. Haryana is the only state in the country with a literate panchayat. Medal-winning players receive an amount of Rs . 6 crores, which is the highest in the country. Haryana is the only state in the country that provides a social security pension of Rs. 3000. With a per capita income of Rs. 2,96,685, Haryana has the highest per capita income among the major states in the country. Haryana contributes 4 percent to the country’s GDP, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

        He said that a college has been established every 20 kilometres, and 5 lakh free tablets have been provided to students in government schools to promote digital education. Regular schools have been transformed into Model Sanskriti schools, and currently, 500 Model Sanskriti schools are operating in the state, with the number increasing each year, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

        He said that in 2014, the state had 6 medical colleges. The government announced the establishment of a medical college in each district, and so far, 15 medical colleges have been established, with 11 more under construction or land acquired. This will bring the total number of medical colleges to 26, and the number of MBBS seats will increase from 750 in 2014 to 3500. Under the Chirayu-Ayushman scheme, more than 1 crore Ayushman cards have been issued, and health check-ups are being conducted under the Nirogi Haryana Yojana, said the Chief Minister.

        Highlighting the steps taken by the state government for women’s safety, the Chief Minister said that the number of women in Haryana police is increasing, with 33 women police stations currently operational. To control cybercrime, 29 cyber police stations have been established. Through Dial-112, assistance reaches individuals within 7 to 8 minutes in case of any emergency. Additionally, strict action is being taken against drug traffickers, with 1300 drug traffickers sent behind bars, he said.

State Government is consistently working towards providing employment opportunities for the youth, CM

        The Chief Minister said that the state government is consistently working towards providing employment opportunities for the youth. Over the past 9 years, 110,000  government jobs have been provided, and the recruitment process for 60,000 Group C and D positions is currently underway. Additionally, a separate recruitment mission is being conducted for 60,000 positions through the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam, both in the private sector and abroad including Kisan Mitra, Van Mitra etc.

        He also emphasized the importance of people’s participation in democracy and ensuring services at their doorsteps. He said that the state government has provided autonomy to panchayats, initiated e-tendering, and ensured direct payment of compensation and crop procurement money to farmers’ accounts. The government has provided freedom to the people from the age-old tradition of ‘Daftar, Darkhwast aur Dastavez’, said the Chief Minister.

This time State’s Tableau gave a glimpse of  the state government’s ambitious scheme Mera Parivar Meri Pehchan

The Chief Minister said that the state government has achieved great success at the national level by getting the State’s tableau selected for the Republic Day Parade for three consecutive years. In the year 2022, Haryana through its tableau highlighted the achievements of the talented players of the state, while in the year 2023, the world got a glimpse of International Gita Mahotsav through the State’s tableau. Similarly, on January 26, 2024, the Haryana Government’s ambitious scheme ‘Mera Parivar Meri Pehchan’ was introduced to the country narrating that in a small state like Haryana, the benefits of government schemes are being extended to the common people sitting at home through digital medium.

In Haryana, since 2014, governance has been provided according to the vision of ‘Ram Rajya’, CM

        Sh. Manohar Lal said that on January 22, 2024, the Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi inaugurated the much-awaited Lord Shri Rama’s temple in Ayodhya, bringing the entire nation painted ‘Ramaya’, with the name of Lord Rama inscribed in everyone’s heart and mind and the vision of ‘Ram Rajya’ began to turn into reality. In Haryana, since 2014, governance has been provided according to the vision of ‘Ram Rajya’, striving to provide facilities to the public. He said that the principle of Lord Shri Rama is that promises should be fulfilled even at the cost of life, and following this principle, the present state government has always fulfilled their promises, he said.

        Meanwhile, on this occasion, the Chief Minister congratulated and extended best wishes to four Haryana citizens – artist Mahavir Guddu, social worker Gurvinder Singh, agricultural scientists Hari Om, and Shri Ram – for being honoured with the Padma Shri. He appealed to the citizens, urging them to become partners in Haryana’s progress and to create an atmosphere of goodwill, development, harmony, and tolerance, making their lives prosperous, happy, and secure.

        On this occasion, children presented a cultural program and the Chief Minister honored the family members of the freedom fighters and people who have done remarkable work in various fields.