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Chandigarh, Punjab

Educational parks to be established in Government Schools: Harjot Singh Bains

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IEP Chandigarh, December 13

The Punjab government has decided to establish educational parks in government schools of the state in consonance with the it’s commitment to recuperate the school education system from roots.

          Dwelling the details here on Tuesday, School Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said that under this initiative of the government, educational parks are being built in school campuses to bolster the creativity of students studying in government schools, in which discussion forums and Idea Sharing Points will be set up to hone the skills of the students.

          Mr. Bains informed that a grant of Rs. 11.79 crore has already been issued to government primary, middle, high and senior secondary schools to start the project with missionary zeal. He divulged in detail that a grant of Rs 7.39 crore has been issued to 7392 government primary & middle schools and a grant of Rs 4.49 crore to 3783 high and senior secondary schools to realise the project on ground in letter and spirit.

          Talking about the project in comprehensive manner, the Cabinet Minister said that geographical, scientific and mathematical perspective of the students will increase through these educational parks. The models developed in these educational parks will be purely based on the curriculum and students will be able to easily learn the principles of various educational methods through their first hand activities. An idea box also be kept at one place in these educational parks in which students will collect and note down their ideas after discussing on the idea forum.

Chandigarh, Punjab

Recruitment of new patwaris will provide timely services to people: Jimpa

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IEP Chandigarh, December 13

          Punjab Revenue Minister Bram Shanker Jimpa has said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, there has been a massive transformation in the functioning of the revenue department to ensure timely services to the common people. During the previous governments, the general public was very dissatisfied with the working methods of the revenue department, but since Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann took over the reins of the state, people’s work is being done without recommendation and without bribes.

          Jimpa said that there was a shortage of patwaris in the revenue department for a long time due to which work got affected and people faced nuisance. But recently, the Punjab Cabinet has given approval to fill 710 new posts of Patwaris. Even before this, the recruitment of 1090 Patwaris has been completed. He said that with this, maintenance of old records will be done in a more smooth and transparent manners. Apart from this, various services related to the revenue department will be provided to the common people on time.

          Jimpa said that many more initiatives have been taken by the Punjab government to revamp the revenue department, which has benefited the common people. He said that the facility of e-stamp paper has been started to simplify the purchase of stamp papers. Under this, stamp papers of all prices are being issued. Likewise, a website www.eservices.punjab.gov.in has been launched to make the process of Khangi Taksim effective.

          The revenue minister said that 7520 village Cadastral maps and 46861 Mussavi Sheets of Punjab have been digitized. He said that efforts are on to make the services of the revenue department more people-friendly and simple so that more people can avail government services without any hassle.

Chandigarh, Punjab

Amount worth Rs. 16161.31 crore distributed to 31736 beneficiaries under Ashirwad scheme: Dr. Baljit Kaur

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IEP Chandigarh, December 13

Punjab Government led by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has distributed Rs. 16161.31 crore of amount to 19646 beneficiaries of scheduled castes and 12090 beneficiaries of backward classes and economically weaker sections under the Ashirwad scheme during current financial year.Social justice, Empowerment & Minorities Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur said that under the Ashirwad scheme, financial assistance of up to Rs. 51,000 is given by the State Government for the marriage of girls belonging to low-income families in the state.           Dr. Baljit Kaur pointed out that in order to avail the Ashirwad scheme, the applicant should be a permanent resident of Punjab state, family should fall in BPL category, the applicant should belong to Scheduled Caste, Backward Classes and other economically weaker families and all the family members’ annual income from all sources is less than Rs. 32,790. Two daughters of such a family are eligible to avail the benefit of this scheme.Punjab Government is committed to the welfare of people of scheduled castes, backward classes and economically weaker sections.The Minister added that the financial assistance is credited directly into the bank accounts of the beneficiaries, which are being linked with Aadhaar. 

Chandigarh, Punjab

Vidhan Sabha Speaker condoles sad demise of Veteran leader Brahmpura

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IEP Chandigarh, December 13

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker S. Kultar Singh Sandhwan has expressed profound grief over the sad demise of veteran political leader and former cabinet minister  Ranjit Singh Brahmpura.

S. Sandhwan said that Brahmpura played an important role in politics of Punjab for a long time and served the people . He extend his heartfelt sympathies with the bereaved family, relatives and friends of the deceased, S. Sandhwan prayed to the Almighty to give them strength to bear this irreparable loss and grant eternal peace to the departed soul.

Chandigarh

GOVERNMENT HAS DECIDED TO SPEND APPROXIMATELY RS 7.73 CRORE ON DEVELOPMENT WORKS FOR THE BEAUTIFICATION OF AMRITSAR CITY: DR. INDERBIR SINGH NIJJAR

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IEP Chandigarh, December 13       

    Local Government Minister, Dr. Inderbir Singh Nijjar said that Punjab government has decided to spend approximately approximately Rs 7.73 crores on development works for the beautification of Amritsar city.          Minister for Local Government, Dr.Inderbir Singh Nijjar said that Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is fully committed to provide basic facilities and clean environment to the people of the state. Under this series, development works are being conducted across the state.          Issuing a press statement, Dr.Inderbir Singh Nijjar said that the work of painting and general renovation (including lights) of Golden Gate Amritsar and construction of 12 feet fountains with colorful lights complete with mosaic tiles will be done at various places of Amritsar city .          Cabinet Minister further said that apart from this, B/S Khalsa College and GNDU Roadside levelling dressing and planting works will be done, bridges will be beautified by painting with cement based paint. Repair and beautification of green belt will also be done at District Shopping Center Amritsar, he said.          He said that similarly the repair and varnishing work of Sham Singh Atariwala memorial gate will be done. He also said that the work of planting saplings, ornamental plants and creepers etc. will also be done on various roads leading to the city, relaying of interlocking tiles on roads in 97 acres, painting of the central verge and repairing the footpath in kabir park under extension scheme will be done. He said that government has decided to carried out many other development works in the city of Amritsar.          Cabinet Minister further said that the dream of the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann is to provide basic facilities and a clean environment to the residents of the state. State government is making all possible efforts to fulfill this dream.          Minister has directed the officials of the department to follow the rules/ regulations of the government and ensure transparency and quality in the work of the department.

Chandigarh, Haryana

Haryana Govt nominates link officers for the smooth functioning of administrative work in the districts

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IEP Chandigarh, December 12

Haryana Government has designated various officers as Link Officers for smooth conduct of administrative work in the districts. A letter in this regard has been issued by the Haryana Chief Secretary, Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal.

 Giving more information, Sh. Kaushal stated that among these link officers, the first link officer of the Deputy Commissioner will be the Additional Deputy Commissioner while the first link officer of the Additional Deputy Commissioner will be the Chief Executive Officer of Zilla Parishad and DRDA.

 Similarly, the first link officer of CEO, Zila Parishad and Chief Executive Officer, DRDA will be Additional Deputy Commissioner. The first link officer of City Magistrate will be SDM (HQ), while the first link officer of SDM (HQ) will be City Magistrate and the second link officer will be Estate Officer of Haryana Shahari Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP). Apart from this, the first link officer of the Estate Officer of the HSVP will be the SDM (HQ).

The Chief Secretary further stated that during leave, training, tour or election duty of District Deputy Commissioners, Additional Deputy Commissioners, Chief Executive Officer of Zilla Parishads, City Magistrate, SDM, Estate Officers and vacancy due to transfer, retirement or any other reason, in any such case the stay is out for more than 2 days of the concerned officer, the work will be looked after by the concerned link officers. Every officer shall inform the link officer before going on leave, training, tour, election duty.

Chandigarh, Punjab

CM WARNS EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS OF STRICT ACTION IF ANYONE FOUND DISCOURAGING THE USE OF PUNJABI LANGUAGE IN THEIR CAMPUSES

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IEP Patiala, December 12    

      Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday said that the state government will take severe action against the educational institutions found discouraging the use of Punjabi language in their campuses.          Addressing the gathering during the concluding day of the inter-university youth festival here at Punjabi University, the Chief Minister said that it has come to his notice that some educational institutions are imposing fine on students for using Punjabi language as a means of communication within the school campus. He said that this is unwarranted and undesirable as Punjabi was the mother tongue of Punjabis residing in the state. Bhagwant Mann warned such institutions of strict punitive action if any such fine was imposed.          Exhorting the youth to play a proactive role and support the state government to make Punjab a frontrunner state across the globe, the Chief Minister said that the youth of the state have been blessed with unbounded energy and talent that had always acted as a catalyst in bringing positive change in the society. He said that the time has come when the youth must contribute positively in socio-economic development of the state and the society. Bhagwant Mann said that the state government is committed for the well being and progress of the state adding that no stone will be left unturned for this noble cause.          The Chief Minister said that Punjab is the land of great gurus, saints, seers and prophets who have always taught the Punjabis to fight against tyranny, oppression and injustice.  He said that Punjab has always emerged strong after every crisis and has scripted a new success story. Bhagwant Mann said that the day is not far away when with the strenuous efforts of the state government the pristine glory of the state will be soon restored.             The Chief Minister unequivocally said that the state government is according top priority to the education sector. He said that Education is key for the success of every individual and no stone will be left unturned to ensure quality education to every youth of the state. Bhagwant Mann said that the state government has ample funds for strengthening and rejuvenating the education system in the state.          The Chief Minister said that the state government is making concerted efforts for providing jobs to the youth. He said that the state government has already started recruitment processes in various departments of the state. Bhagwant Mann said that more than 20,000 government job letters have been given to the youth of the state adding that more such jobs are in the pipeline.          The Chief Minister said that to open new vistas of employment for youth the state government is making massive efforts to develop the state as an industrial hub. He said that earlier Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was made with families of the ruling class but now these agreements are being made with the state government for the wellbeing of Punjab and Punajbis. Bhagwant Mann said that due to the efforts of the state government, big industrial giants are now making a beeline in the state to set up their projects.           The Chief Minister said that the motive of the state government is to make the youth of the state job providers and not the job seekers. He said that due focus is being accorded on imparting skill education to the youth so as to provide a pool of skilled labour to the industrialists. Bhagwant Mann said that the state government has taken several  out of the box measures for generating employment for the youth.          The Chief Minister said that the state was fortunate to have got two sessions of G-20, first in March 15, 16 and 17 on Education and then in the month of June 22-23 on Labour. He said that the state is renowned all over the world for its warm hospitality and no stone will be left unturned for welcoming the guests from participating nations during these events. Bhagwant Mann said that these sessions will be held at the sacred land of Amritsar where lakhs of devotees daily pay obeisance at Sri Darbar Sahib, Durgiana Mandir, Sri Ram Tirath, Jallianwala Bagh and others.          The Chief Minister said that the state government will make elaborate arrangements for the comfortable stay of the dignitaries participating in the summit. He said that apart from assuring their cozy stay in state, the guests will be offered the traditional Punjabi food adding that they will also be given a glimpse of rich Punjabi culture during the cultural events in the evening. Bhagwant Mann said that if the dignitaries wish to visit other districts of state like sports hub Jalandhar then adequate arrangements will also be made for their journey.          On the occasion Cabinet Ministers Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer and Chetan Singh Jauremajra, Special Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Kumar Amit, Vice Chancellor of University Prof. Arvind and others were also present.

Chandigarh

CABINET LED BY CM APPROVES RECRUITMENT OF 8400 COPS IN COMING FOUR YEARS

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IEP Chandigarh, December 12

In order to open new avenues of employment for the youth of the state, the Punjab Cabinet led by the Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann today approved recruitment of 8400 cops including 1200 Sub Inspectors and 7200 constables in coming four years.

A decision to this effect was taken in a meeting of the Council of Ministers chaired by the Chief Minister here at his office in Punjab Civil Secretariat- I.

Divulging the details a spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s Office said that the Cabinet has approved recruitment of 1800 Constables and 300 Sub Inspectors every year for the coming four years to overcome the scarcity of employees in wake of their superannuation in next years. As for these 2100 posts every year around 2.50 lakh candidates are expected to apply for these posts so all the aspirants will get involved in academics as well as in improving their physique for clearing the tests. This will channelize their unbounded energy in a positive direction and help them in weaning away from the menace of drugs.

Likewise, this recruitment will also open new vistas if employment for the youth of the state. A fixed schedule will be adopted for advertisement, conduct and declaration of results for these exams every year. As per this schedule advertisement for exam will be issued in the month of January, written exam will be conducted in the month of May-June, physical Test will be held in the month of September and result will be announced in the month of November every year.

GIVES NOD TO FILL 710 POSTS OF PATWARIS IN REVENUE DEPARTMENT

In order to ensure smooth functioning of the Revenue Department, the Cabinet also gave green signal to fill up the 710 vacant posts of Revenue Patwaris in the Department. This will help in maintaining and updating the new record as well as maintaining old revenue records to facilitate the general public in availing these services in a time bound manner.

AROUND 203 EMPLOYEES TO BE HIRED FROM PESCO FOR STREAMLINING ACTIVITIES OF NCC

In a bid to streamline the activities of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), the Cabinet also gave approval to allow the Department of Higher Education and Languages to hire 203 employees on outsourcing basis through PESCO for CC HQs, Units and Centres. This will help in immediately and urgently addressing the issue of acute shortage of manpower in the NCC units till regular recruitment. It will further facilitate smooth running of the NCC units and will result in higher enrolment of students as NCC cadets.

GIVES NOD TO AMEND THE NEW CRUSHER POLICY TO GET RID OF THE DOUBLE CHARGING OF EMF

Giving a big relief to crusher owners as well as the end users, the Cabinet gave nod to amend the new Crusher Policy to get rid of the double charging of Environment Management Fund (EMF).  As per the already notified new Crusher Policy it is mandatory to charge EMF @ Rs.1 per cubic feet, which the crusher owners have to submit along with their returns. The EMF is ought to be charged both from the screening as well as crushing units on the same output as per new Crusher Policy.

But the input cost of final product/material is increased substantially and the sale price of finished product is not economically viable at the rates fixed by the government due to increase in input cost as it amounts to charging the material twice as the output of the screening plants is consumed by the other crushers. So in larger public interests it has been decided that if upon verification it is found that EMF amount has already been paid by the screening plant for the quantity that has not been sold in the open market or to the end users directly, the EMF amount will be refunded to the said screening plant unit within a period of two months.

EXTENDS RELAXATION FOR CRUSHER UNITS TO PAY SECURITY DEPOSIT IN THREE INSTALLMENTS

The Cabinet also extended the relaxation for Crusher Units to pay their security deposit in three installments up to a maximum time period of Six months.

DECIDES TO AMEND NORTH INDIA CANAL AND DRAINAGE ACT, 1873

The Cabinet also gave its approval to amend Section 75 of North India Canal and Drainage Act, 1873 with Section 36 for recovery of Canal/River Water charges for non-irrigation use. With this decision, the state government will generate Rs. 186 crore per annum.

APPROVES ENACTMENT OF “THE SALARIES AND ALLOWANCES OF THE CHIEF WHIP IN PUNJAB LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY ACT-2022”

The Cabinet also approved the enactment of “The Salaries and Allowances of the Chief Whip in Punjab Legislative Assembly Act-2022”. The Chief Whip of a party plays a crucial role in parliamentary democracy of India and ensures smooth and efficient functioning of business of the House, so the government will provide rank, salary, allowance and facilities equivalent to the Cabinet Minister of the state government to the Chief Whip of the majority party.

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Chandigarh Chapter of Radiology hosts Annual Conference

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IEP Chandigarh

The Department of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh organized the 10th Annual Conference of the Chandigarh Chapter of IRIA from 10th to 11thDecember 2022  with Dr. M.S. Sandhu, Head, Deptt. of Radiodiagnosis and Imaging, PGIMER as Chairperson and Dr. Tulika Singh as Organizing Secretary. The conference was inaugurated by Dr. Pushpraj Bhatele, President of the National body of IRIA.

The conference was a theme meeting on Women’s Imaging, keeping in mind the ongoing advancements in imaging and intervention in the field of Breast and Obstetric and Gynecology. The radiologists need to keep themselves updated with the latest developments and also need to enrich their knowledge in the field. The program of this meeting was so designed to arouse interest amongst the residents as well as to provide information about the radiology of both common as well as uncommon diseases in the field of Women’s Imaging. Dr. Veenu Singla stated that PGI is the 1st Hospital in India to start a Women’s Imaging Fellowship course.

         Eminent national faculty shared their knowledge with the delegates. There were stalwart speakers on various topics. The conference was attended by over 200 delegates including postgraduate students from various medical colleges of the region. There were a record number of submissions of abstracts for this conference. Some of these delegates also presented their research work as well as show-cased their knowledge in the form of oral and digital presentations.

        Eight eminent radiologists of the Chapter, Dr. Mandeep Kang, Dr. Naveen Kalra,Dr. Kushaljit Singh Sodhi, Dr Mahesh Prakash,  Dr. Manphool Singhal, Dr. Harish Bhujade, Dr. Pankaj Gupta, all from PGI, and Dr. Sandhya Dhankhar were honoured for their significant contribution to the field of radiology in the year 2022. Dr. Tulika Singh was given a Certificate of Appreciation for her outstanding contribution as Secretary of the State Chapter for the last 2 years. 

Chandigarh, Punjab

Vigilance Bureau arrests ASI in corruption case for taking bribe Rs 1,000

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IEP Chandigarh December 12

The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) during its anti-corruption campaign on Monday, has arrested an Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI), Karmjit Singh (219/SBS Nagar), posted at city police station Balachor, SBS Nagar for demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs 1,000.

Disclosing this here today, a spokesperson of the VB said the above accused ASI has been arrested after investigation of an online complaint lodged at the Chief Minister’s anti-corruption helpline.

Giving details he added that the complainant Mrs Diksha resident of Balachor has alleged that the above said police official has demanded Rs 5,000 as a bribe to take action on her police complaint lodged at the police station and accepted Rs 1,000 from her mother in this regard. The complainant has recorded the conversation in this regard.

The spokesperson added that the VB has investigated the allegations levelled in the complaint and registered a corruption case at VB police station Jalandhar against the above mentioned police official after finding him guilty for demanding and accepting a bribe money. In this regard the VB has arrested the ASI under Prevention of Corruption Act and further investigation in this case was under progress.