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Chandigarh, Punjab

Haryana Govt takes action against 4 officers of irrigation department

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IEP Chandigarh, August 9

The Haryana Government has taken action against 4 officers of the Irrigation Department for dereliction of duty during the floods caused by excessive water level in Yamuna river passing through Haryana region. Action has been taken against these officers after the report of an enquiry committee. This committee was formed to investigate the matter of non-opening of 4 gates of ITO Yamuna barrage during floods. The state government has suspended Sandeep Taneja, Chief Engineer of the irrigation department.It was further informed that orders have been issued to charge sheet SE, Tarun Aggarwal and XEN, Manoj Kumar of the department. Along with this, SDO Mukesh Verma, posted at Yamuna Barrage, has been charge sheet under Rule Seven.Due to heavy rains, a significant surge in Yamuna level was witnessed and due to non-opening of 4 gates of the barrage near ITO in Delhi, excess water could not be cleared in time causing massive waterlogging and floods. Taking cognizance of this matter, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal had formed a three-member committee to investigate the entire matter. Irrigation Department’s Engineer-in-Chief, Dr. Satbir Kadian and Chief Engineer, Sh. Suresh Kumar Yadav were included as members in this committee headed by Engineer-in-Chief, Sh. Rakesh Chauhan.In the furnished report, the committee observed that these gates were submerged in flood water about 12 feet deep. Apart from it, they were also filled with silt. These gates can be open only when both upstream and downstream silt around these gates is removed through special techniques. It has been stated in the report that no power connection was available to carry out the process. Floods in Delhi mainly occurred due to excessive encroachment, due to which the water reached up to the Ring Road. Excessive and unplanned construction around the river is obstructing the flow of Yamuna.According to the report, during the dry season the flow of the river stops completely. The release of polluted water into the river through various drains leads to the accumulation of silt and rise in the river bed levels. In such a situation, Delhi Government should remove the heavy silt in front of gate number 28 to 32 so that flood water can flow through these gates. The Yamuna’s natural flood outlets have been systematically encroached upon for decades. The highest discharge has been recorded at Wazirabad Barrage 1137020 CS in Delhi. Which does not match the release done in HKB or Okhla. UYRB should be asked to re-calibrate all gauges at Wazirabad, Yamuna Barrage ITO and Okhla Barrage so that correct gauges are reported in future. Monsoon season usually starts from July, well before CE YWS(S) headquartered in Delhi requires close liaison with Irrigation and Flood Control Department Delhi and UP Irrigation Department to maintain monitoring to avoid any such situation.

Chandigarh, Punjab

Challenging task of creating property IDs for cities successfully accomplished: Minister

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IEP Chandigarh, August 9

Haryana Urban Local Bodies Minister Dr. Kamal Gupta said that the challenging task of creating property IDs for cities has been successfully accomplished following the concrete efforts of the state government. In a significant stride towards fostering good governance, the state government has enacted pivotal measures pertaining to property, land registry process and intkaal related procedures.Dr. Gupta elaborated on the latest development, highlighting the commencement of the automatic generation module for property registration, known as “Intkal,” within the web-based HALRIS (Haryana Land Record Integrated System) portal. This module ensures that the Intkal record will be generated and accessible immediately after the registration of any property or land in Haryana. A comprehensive guide detailing the process will be available on the portal, he added.Till now, the property registration process required completion within seven days. This online procedure was supervised by the Patwari but necessitated involvement from the Kanungo to the Tehsildar, resulting in extended processing times. To alleviate citizen inconvenience, the government has now streamlined this process, he added.Divulging about the revamped Intkal process, Dr. Gupta said that online Intkal registration will occur seamlessly through the self-propelled module on the HALRIS portal, eliminating the need to submit physical documents to the Patwari. Moreover, information regarding property transactions will be accessible on the portal, facilitating public scrutiny. In instances where there are no objections raised within a ten-day period, property transfers will be automatically finalized. After this period, individuals can obtain a copy of the property transfer document from the relevant Tehsil office or Atal Seva Kendra. Any objections related to land or property transfers will be taken to Tehsildar.

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Officers should take the work of breed improvement in mission mode:  JP Dalal

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IEP Chandigarh, August 9

Haryana Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister, Sh. J.P. Dalal said that in order to boost milk production in the State , along with Murrah buffaloes, work should be done in a mission mode for producing good breed calves and heifers of cows. To begin with, a team consisting officers of Lala Lajpat Rai University of Veterinary and Animal Science, Hisar, Government Livestock Farms and Animal Husbandry Department should be formed and a nodal officer should also be appointed.Sh. JP Dalal was presiding over the review meeting of the officers of the department today.In the meeting, the Minister was apprised that there are about 55 gaushalas in Hisar district and 21 teams of specialists from the state Livestock Farm have been constituted which are conducting health assessments of cows in these gaushalas. This initiative aims to identify healthy cows for further breeding and implement artificial insemination techniques to enhance breed quality.Sh. J.P Dalal directed the officers that to begin with, a pilot project be started in Hisar district, and thereafter, with the help of Gau Seva Aayog , inspection of all gaushalas in the State should be carried out to identify healthy cows. An arrangement of a separate sheds would be made by Gau Seva Ayog for such cows. He said that as per the requirement, the department will send Veterinary and Livestock Development Assistant (VLDA), and Veterinary Specialists to State Livestock Farm on deputation.It was informed in the meeting that as per the 2019 livestock census, Haryana had over 62 lakh cattle , including around 43 lakh buffaloes and 19 lakh cows. The milk yield of Murrah buffaloes is approximately 10.91 liters per day, while Sahiwal cows produce around 8 liters and Hariana breed cows produce 4 to 6 liters. The Minister said that whenever the conception is done through AI vaccination, the mobile number of concerned farmer should be taken and other cattle rearers should also be informed about it.The Additional Chief Secretary, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department Sh. Ankur Gupta, Director General Dr. BS Laura, Vice Chancellor, Lala Lajpat Rai Veterinary and Science University Sh. Vinod Kumar Verma, Chairman, Gau Seva Aayog, Sh. Shravan Kumar Garg and other officers of Government Livestock Farm and department remained present in the meeting.

Chandigarh, Punjab

Strict action will be taken against illegal travel agents: Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal

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IEP Chandigarh, August 9

The Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann will take stern action against the travel agents, institutions and agencies working illegally in the state.Disclosing this, Punjab NRI Affairs and Administrative Reforms Minister Mr. Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said that the checking of licenses and other necessary approvals etc. is underway in all districts.After a review meeting related to matters of NRIs with senior officials of various departments, Mr. Dhaliwal said that so far the information of 7179 travel agents, agencies, offices has been collected, of which 3547 have been checked by district teams. He said that during this checking, 271 organizations have been found illegal and FIR has been registered against 25 organisations. He said that out of total 609 complaints received during the NRI meet, 588 have been resolved and the remaining 21 cases are under process.Mr. Dhaliwal said that the Punjab government is committed to resolve the complaints of NRI Punjabis and other various matters on priority basis. The SDM Cum nodal officers posted in various districts, have been ordered to complete the checking of travel agents, agencies, offices etc. functioning in the respective districts by September 10. He said that the institutions, agencies which are willing to work in the right way i.e. under the law and prescribed conditions, will be given an opportunity to fulfill the prescribed conditions.The NRI Minister instructed the nodal officers posted in the districts to ensure that all cases related to NRIs sent to them by the department should be dealt with on priority basis.On this occasion Principal Secretary NRI Affairs Mr. Dilip Kumar, ADGP NRI Mr. Praveen Kumar Sinha, AIG HQ NRI Mr. Ajinder Singh, Secretary NRI Mrs. Kamaljit Kaur Brar, Additional Secretary NRI Mr. Paramjit Singh and Nodal officers NRI posted in different districts were also present.

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Written entrance examination for admission to the RIMC Dehradun on December 2, 2023

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IEP Chandigarh, August 9

The written entrance examination for admission to the Rashtriya Indian Military College, Dehradun (Uttarakhand) for July 2024 term, will be conducted at Lala Lajpat Rai Bhawan, Sector-15, Chandigarh on December 2, 2023 (Saturday). Divulging further details in this regard, an official spokesperson said that boys and girls both are eligible to apply for the admission to the RIMC, Dehradun. The Candidate should not be born earlier than July 2, 2011 and not later than January 1, 2013. They should either be studying in Class-VII or passed Class-VII from any recognized school. Selected candidates will be given admission in Class-VIII. Written examination will consist of three papers namely, English, Mathematics & General Knowledge. The viva-voce/interview will be held for only those candidates who qualify in the written examination and the date for the viva-voce will be intimated later. The spokesperson further informed that the prospectus-cum-application form and booklet of old question papers can also be obtained by making online payment of Rs.600 for general category candidates and Rs.555 for SC/ST candidates on RIMC website www.rimc.gov.in. On receipt of the payment, the prospectus-cum-application form and booklet of old question papers will be dispatched by speed post only or the prospectus-cum-application form and booklet of old question papers can also be obtained by sending a written request with demand draft of Rs.600 for general category candidates and Rs.555 for SC/ST candidates along with cast certificate in favour of “THE COMMANDANT RIMC FUND”, Drawee Branch, HDFC Bank, Ballupur Chowk, Dehradun, (Bank Code-1399), Uttarakhand. The Address should be clearly typed or written in capital letters with pin code and contact number. RIMC will not be responsible for any postal delay or loss in transit of prospectus caused by illegible or incomplete address. The applications are to be submitted in duplicate. The documents which are required to be attached with application form are birth certificate, state domicile certificate, SC/ST certificate, three passport size photographs, photocopy of aadhar card of candidate (both sides) and a certificate from the principal of the current school, in original with photograph affixed on it duly attested, stating date of birth and class in which the student is studying. The applications duly completed must reach Directorate Defence Services Welfare Punjab, Punjab Sainik Bhawan, Sector 21-D, Chandigarh on or before October 15, 2023, after which applications will not be entertained, said the spokesperson.

Chandigarh, Punjab

Punjab Minister of youth services gives instructions for filling vacancies

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IEP Chandigarh, August 9

Punjab Youth Services Minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer said that the new youth policy is being brought in to give the right direction to the youth and to encourage leadership qualities and confidence in them. On the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, an award is being started for the first time for Youth Clubs. Similarly, the selection system for the Shaheed Bhagat Singh State Youth Award to be given to the youth will be rationalized. While chairing a review meeting of the department at the Punjab Civil Secretariat here today, Meet Hayer said that the program is drawn up to activate youth clubs so that the maximum number of youth should be covered. He said that youth clubs should come forward for social welfare work, awareness against drugs, environment, sports and cultural activities in the villages. The Youth Services Minister said that more than 40 percent of the population of the state comprises the youth and a comprehensive youth policy should be made to make the youth an active participant in the development of the state and empower them. He said that maximum inter-state tours of the youth should be arranged and youth exchange programs should be drawn up. A Youth Adventure Club should be established. He said that like last year, Punjab State Inter-University Youth Club should also be organized this time too, so that the talent of the youth comes out. Meet Hayer also said that a plan should be deawn up to bring competent officers from other departments on deputation to immediately fill the vacant posts of Assistant Director in the department and also write to the Punjab Public Service Commission to fill the vacant posts. He said that the construction work of Yuva Bhavan should be completed. The meeting was attended by Punjab Youth Development Board Chairman Parminder Singh Goldy, Special Chief Secretary Sarvjit Singh, Director Youth Services Dr. Kamaljit Singh Sidhu, Assistant Director Kulwinder Singh and Rupinder Kaur.

Chandigarh, Punjab

Punjab Minister  visits homes of freedom fighters, pays respects to their indomitable spirit

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IEP Chandigarh, August 9

Punjab Freedom Fighters and Defence Services Welfare Minister S. Chetan Singh Jauramajra, on Wednesday, visited the residences of freedom fighters of district Patiala as part of the first-of-its-kind dedicated campaign to reach the homes of the heroes of India’s independence struggle, and paid his respects to the unwavering heroes who valiantly contributed to India’s struggle for independence. The Minister’s itinerary included meetings with the freedom fighters S. Tara Singh and S. Kashmir Singh of village Shambhu Kalan, S. Sewa Singh and S. Kashmir Singh of village Suhron, S. Charan Singh of village Village Shahpur Rayian, S. Harjant Singh and S. Gurcharan Singh of village Alampur, S. Karnail Singh and S. Avtar Singh of Rajpura in the district of Patiala. The Cabinet Minister was accompanied by MLA Ghanaur Mr. Gurlal Ghanaur, MLA Rajpura Ms. Neena Mittal, Ms. Simranjit Kaur Pathanmajra wife of MLA Sanaur S. Harmeet Singh Pathanmajra and officials of district administration. Expressing deep reverence for the indomitable spirit of these freedom fighters, S. Chetan Singh Jauramajra emphasized that their sacrifices continue to be a source of pride for Punjab. Their unwavering dedication and contributions have firmly established the Punjabis as notable figures in the annals of India’s freedom struggle. While acknowledging that no tribute can truly encompass the sacrifices they made, the Freedom Fighters Welfare Minister affirmed Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Mann led Punjab Government’s commitment to honouring them. The Cabinet Minister said that compying to the directions of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Mann, he is visiting to the homes of all the freedom fighters of the state and meeting them. S. Chetan Singh Jauramajra highlighted a momentous decision taken by Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Mann led government. The Cabinet Minister said that the state government has increased pension of freedom fighters from Rs.9400 to Rs.11000 per month from August 1, 2023. He said that this decision will directly benefit a total of 545 beneficiaries, including freedom fighters themselves, widows of deceased freedom fighters or their unmarried and unemployed daughters and sons. This move is a testament to the government’s dedication to recognizing and appreciating the sacrifices made by these freedom fighters, ensuring that their legacy lives on in the hearts and minds of all Punjabis, he added.

Chandigarh, Punjab

All the upgraded hospitals will be equipped with ultra-modern facilities and equipments in Punjab

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IEP CHANDIGARH, August 9

In order to provide world-class healthcare facilities to the people of the state as per the commitment of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Government is all set to upgrade as many as 40 hospitals or Secondary Healthcare Facilities in the state, said Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh here on Wednesday. The 40 hospitals include 19 district hospitals, six subdivision hospitals and 15 Community Health Centres (CHCs). “All the formalities and preparations have been completed to execute this work and the CM Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab Government will accomplish this work in this year,” he said. The Health Minister was chairing a meeting with the engineers and officers of all the execution agencies including the Punjab Health System Corporation (PHSC), Department of Architecture, Public Works Department, Punjab Mandi Board, PUDA, etc at Punjab Bhawan here. He was accompanied by Principal Secretary Health Vivek Partap Singh, Managing Director PSHC Pradeep Kumar Aggarwal, Special Secretary PWD Harish Nayyar and Chief Architect Ms Sapna. Divulging more details, Dr Balbir Singh said that apart from revamping, new buildings will also be constructed according to the need and required strength of doctors and staff will be ensured at all the government hospitals in the state. “The upgraded buildings of all the hospitals will be equipped with ultra-modern facilities and equipment so that people can avail world-class healthcare facilities at government hospitals,” he added. Meanwhile, the Health Minister along with the representatives of all the executions agencies will visit Sangrur and Patiala on August 16, to work out the strategy for the early execution of the work.

Chandigarh, Haryana

Haryana takes stringent steps to recover the amount of penalty imposed by SIC under the RTI Act

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IEP Chandigarh August 9

The Haryana Government has taken stringent steps to recover the amount of penalty imposed by the State Information Commission (SIC) under the RTI Act, 2005. All the controlling authorities have been directed to recover the penalty amount from the SPIOs.In an order issued by Haryana Chief Secretary, Sh Sanjeev Kaushal, it has also been stated that controlling authorities will not issue Last Pay Certificate/No Dues Certificate to such State Public Information Officers (SPIOs) till he or she deposits the amount of outstanding penalty and send a compliance report to the Registrar, State Information Commission, Haryana.The order further states that the Government has taken serious view of this lapse on part of the controlling authorities and decided that the amount of penalty be recovered from the concerned SPIOs as soon as possible. If these orders are not taken seriously by the public authorities, then strict action will be taken against him/her as per provision made in Haryana Civil Services (Punishment and Appeal) Rules, 2016.It is pertinent to mention here that a Monitoring Committee, to monitor the recovery of penalty imposed by the State Information Commission, Haryana under Section 20(1) of the RTI Act’ 2OO5, was constituted. In the meeting, it was decided to send an updated list of all such cases in which the penalty has not been recovered by the Commission from the concerned Secretary/HOD for effective recovery.

Chandigarh, Haryana

Hry CM’s Jan Samvad seventh phase is set to begin from August 11 to 13

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IEP Chandigarh, August

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, who was sworn in on October 26, 2014, embarked on a path for the welfare of the people and society. He emphasized that politics is about serving the people, and not for personal gain. The CM Window system, initiated on December 25, 2014, garnered significant appreciation from the public. Over the last 8 and a half years, 11,50,958 complaints were received through CM Window, out of which 10,58,996 complaints were resolved. Building on this success, the Chief Minister in the first week of April had started the Jan Samvad programme to bridge the gap between the government and the common man from the Bhiwani district. Continuing the same, the Chief Minister will again hold a direct interaction with the people in Umri village, Kurukshetra district from August 11 to 13, 2023.In the Jan Samvad, the Chief Minister is not only seeking public feedback on the work done by his government but is also actively asking for the blueprint of the future developmental works to be executed in the villages from the Panches and Sarpanches.The radical changes introduced by Sh. Manohar Lal to ensure maximum governance and minimum government not only highlights his commitment towards fulfilling his promises but also shows his determination of not hesitating from taking any decision which is of utmost priority to him. The introduction of literate panchayats system in the state despite the legal battles, is one of the biggest examples to support this. The victory of 42 percent of the women in Panchayats elections is a live example of how the decision of having literate panchayats have borne fruitful results. These bold decisions have not only gained popularity among the common man but have also set an example for the other states that are now following Haryana’s footsteps.On August 11, 2023, the Chief Minister will address the people of Ladwa constituency in the Kurukshetra district, including Umrai, Ram Saran Majra, and Gudda villages. Similarly, on August 12, 2023, the samvad will be held in Bakana, Damla, and Alahar villages in the Radaur constituency of Yamunanagar district. On August 13, 2023, it will conclude in the Indri constituency of Karnal district, covering Jainpur Sadhan, Dabkoli Kalan, and Daniyalpur villages.Notably, the Jan Samvad entails hours-long sessions, with the Chief Minister, officers of the level of Divisional Commissioner, Director General of Police, and Deputy Commissioner, engaging with citizens to address their concerns and provide on-the-spot solutions.