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Chandigarh, Punjab

Vigilance arrests Kanugo taking bribe Rs 3,000 for issuing NOC

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 17, 2022

The Punjab Vigilance Bureau on Wednesday nabbed Amrik Singh posted as Kanugo in the office of Director Abadkari (Resettlement) at Punjab Mandi Board complex Mohali red handed while accepting bribe of Rs 3,000.

Disclosing this here today a spokesperson of the State Vigilance Bureau (VB) said the accused Kanugo has been arrested on the complaint of Kuldeep Singh of village Bhukhri Kalan, Ludhiana district.

He informed that the complainant has informed the VB that he had applied NOC for selling his booth at New Grain Market Ludhiana but the above mentioned Kanugo was demanding bribe of Rs 8,000 from him. The complainant added that the accused Amrik Singh has already taken Rs 5000 from him and demanding Rs 3,000 as second instalment to issue NOC to him.

The spokesperson further informed that after verification of the facts in the complaint and the material evidence, a VB team laid a trap and the accused was arrested while accepting bribe Rs 3,000 from the complainant in the presence of two official witnesses.

In this regard a case under FIR No.13 dtd 17.08.2022 u/s 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act has been registered at P.S VB F.S-1, SAS Nagar. Further investigation in this case is under progress.

Chandigarh, Punjab

IRRIGATION FACILITIES IN AROUND 72,000 ACRES OF 9 DISTRICTS INCLUDING SIX OF SUB-MOUNTAINOUS AREA WILL BE STRENGTHEN: DR. NIJJAR

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 17, 2022

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s government has started projects worth around Rs.90 crore for strengthening and improving irrigation facilities in the state using natural resources, which will provide irrigation facilities in 9 districts of the state. Similarly, a new project with a cost of Rs.100 crore has also been proposed for assistance of underground pipeline projects.

            Describing this here, Punjab Soil & Water Conservation Minister Dr. Inderbir Singh Nijjar said that for integrated development of kandi area, a new watershed development programme has been started at a cost of Rs.80-CR with a target to benefit 70,000 acres of sub-mountainous area in Hoshiarpur, Pathankot, Gurdaspur, SBS Nagar, Rupnagar and SAS Nagar districts.

            “The Main focus of the scheme shall be on Natural Resource Management through rainwater harvesting, Farm Production, livelihood support and community development activities”, said Dr. Nijjar, adding that efforts have also been made for using treated water of four Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) for irrigation purposes.

            He informed that Rs7.71 Cr. has been allotted for laying infrastructure for productive utilization of treated waste water of 4 STPs for irrigation, which will provide irrigation facilities up to 2,000 acres of agricultural land in districts Hoshiarpur, Barnala, Fatehgarh Sahib and Ludhiana.

            Dr. Nijjar said that apart from this, a new project for assistance on community & individual projects of underground pipeline for judicious use of available irrigation water has also been proposed with an outlay of Rs.100-CR.

            Besides this, Rs.11-CR has been approved for taking up new schemes for construction of Water harvesting-cum natural recharging Structures/ check dams in sub-mountainous kandi area, Irrigation Infrastructure for productive use of water stored in Village Ponds and construction of projects for Roof-top Rainwater Harvesting and Artificial Recharging in Govt./Institutional Buildings, he added.

Chandigarh, Haryana

76th Independence Day of India’s independence celebrated with zeal and gaiety across Haryana

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 16, 2022

The 76th Independence Day of India’s independence was celebrated with zeal and gaiety across Haryana today. Haryana Governor, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya hoisted the tricolour at Ambala and the Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal hoisted the tricolour at Samalkha. Apart from this, as a chief guest, various ministers including State Ministers, Members of Parliament and Members of Legislative Assembly also graced the occasion of Independence Day organized in different parts of the state and remembered the martyrs by hoisting the national flag.

After hoisting the flag on the 76th Independence Day in Bahadurgarh today, Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala said that India is proving its mettle all across the world in the field of digitalisation, technology and infrastructure.  The world’s super powers also respects Indian army.  India has its worldwide identity in the field of manufacturing of cars, service, production, IT etc.  It is a matter of pride for all of us that Haryana has worked to strengthen the country in all the said areas.  When 100 years of the country’s independence will be completed, our the country will appear as a super power of the world.  Describing Haryana as the land of heroes, he said that our freedom fighters suffered many hardships but did not bow down before the British rule. Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru, Chandrashekhar Azad, Udham Singh laid down their lives for the freedom of the country. 

While addressing after hoisting the flag on the 76th Independence Day in Assandh today, Vidhan Sabha Speaker, Sh. Gian Chand Gupta said that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi began ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign to hoist tricolour in every household across the country from 13 to 15 August. The tricolour waving on the top of every house reminds supreme sacrifices of our martyrs and freedom fighters to every citizen of our country. We are proud that the brave sons of Haryana have been playing an important role to protect the borders of the country even after Independence. He said that the slogan of Jai Jawan-Jai Kisan perfectly suits the soil of Haryana.

After hoisting the flag at Radaur today, Home and Health Minister, Sh. Anil Vij said that it is the moment of pride for every Indian. The citizens have been hoisting tricolor in every street, houses, offices, vehicles and in every hand across the country. The entire country is painted in the patriotic colours of the tricolour. Today, we have completed 75 years of India’s Independence. He said that it is a matter of pride that from August 13 to 15, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has been running ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign of hoisting tricolour in every house across the country. Following the campaign, the people of Haryana have hoisted the national flag on 60 lakh houses with zeal and enthusiasm. Sh.Vij announced a grant of Rs. 21 lakh from his voluntary fund to the students participating in the cultural programme.

After hoisting the flag at Meham, the Education Minister, Sh. Kanwar Pal congratulated the people of the state and said that the revolution of 1857 was first started from Ambala Cantonment and after this every village of the state became the center of revolution.  Azad Chowk at Meham also witnesses the struggle and sacrifice of the people of Haryana against the oppression of the British rule.  He said that we should always remember our freedom fighters and martyrs.  On the call of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, the whole country is celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav today.  The Prime Minister has began ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign cross the country from 13 to 15 August.

After hoisting the flag at Hodal today,Transport Minister Sh. Mool Chand Sharma said that the tricolor waving at every house is painting the whole country in the color of patriotism. He paid heartfelt tributes to all the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of the country.  He also paid tribute to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives after independence for the sake of unity and integrity of the country.

After hoisting the tricolour at Pehowa, Power Minister, Shri Ranjit Singh said that tricolour of our national flag inspires us to live and die for the country.  Many patriots sacrificed their lives for the sake of this tricolour.  To protect the dignity and this tricolor, the soldiers are standing on the borders.  The tricolor hoisted at every house in the country reminds unique sacrifices of our martyrs and freedom fighters.

After hoisting the flag at Hansi, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Sh. J. P Dalal said that the 76th Independence Day being organized in the series of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is being celebrated on a large scale.  The revolutionaries of Hansi and Hisar have contributed significantly in the freedom movements of our country.   The residents of Hisar and Hansi, especially the villagers made an unforgettable contribution to the freedom struggle of our nation.

The Cooperation Minister, Dr. Banwari Lal hoisted the national flag at Firozpur-Jhirka and said that our country has completed 75 years of Independence. India is playing a leading role in every field on the global stage. Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has implemented many welfare schemes at the national level for the welfare of the poor and destitute people of the country. The benefits of these welfare schemes are being extended to the needy and last person.

After hoisting flag at Loharu,   Development and Panchayats Minister, Sh. Devender Singh Babli said that today we have completed 75 years of India’s Independence.  In order to see this day, countless sons of Haryana have sacrificed their lives. Because of their sacrifices, today we are enjoying this freedom. He said that the communities which do not remember their fighters, their martyrs, their existence disappears with time.  In such a situation, it is our moral duty to remember our immortal martyrs and great freedom fighters to strengthen our nation.

After hoisting the flag today, Urban Local Minister, Dr. Kamal Gupta said that we got this freedom because of immortal sacrifices and this year we are celebrating Independence Day as other festivals. He said that the Central and State Government is working to expand the honour of our soldiers.

Minister of State for Social, Justice and Empowerment, Sh. Om Prakash Yadav hoisted the flag on 76th Independence Day in Tohana. He said that we are enjoying freedom due to the sacrifice of immortal martyrs and great freedom fighters. To see this day, sons of Bharat Mata sacrificed their lives. Many patriots like Shaheed-e-Azam, Sardar Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev and Shaheed Udham Singh, the rebels of British rule in India were hanged for India’s freedom. 

After hoisting the flag at Charkhi Dadri today, Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda said that following the principle of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’, the state government is working for the upliftment of deprived classes of the society . By running the zero tolerance policy against corruption, the government has adopted transparent system of governance. He said that every village of Ambala, Hisar, Hansi, Narnaul, Rohtak, Rewari, Gurgaon, Mewat and Sirsa became the centre of revolution during the revolt of 1857.

Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Sh. Anoop Dhanak hoisted the flag at Narwana today. He said that the people who remembers their ancestors, freedom fighters and martyrs, their existence always remains alive. He said that the present government, which took the responsibility of ensuring public services at ease has followed the vision ‘Sabka Saath-Sabka Vikas’ as envisioned by Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi to uplift every individual of the society.

Minister of State for Sports and Youth Affairs, Sardar Sandeep Singh hoisted the flag in Gohana and said that today we are enjoying freedom due to the sacrifices of our freedom fighters and martyrs. He urged the people of the state to remember our fighters and martyrs. He also paid tribute to brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the unity and integrity of the nation after Independence.

Chandigarh, Haryana

Haryana medal winners returning from Commonwealth Games will be honoured

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 15, 2022

Haryana Government is taking concrete steps to develop the state as a sports hub under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal. Due to sportsperson friendly policies of Haryana Government, the sportspersons of the state are not only bringing laurels to the state but also to the country, which led them to give outstanding performance in Commonwealth Games. In these sports events, Haryana sports persons have expanded the honour of the tricolor by winning 20 medals including 9 gold for the country. To honour these sportspersons who returned after winning medals in Commonwealth Games, the Haryana government will organize a felicitation ceremony in Gurugram on August 16. The Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal will grace the occasion as the chief guest. Union Minister, Sh. Rao Inderjit Singh and Haryana Minister of State for Sports and Youth Affairs, Sardar Sandeep Singh will also be present on the occasion.

Due to the efforts made by the Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, today every parent of Haryana is motivating their children to excel in the field of sports. Today, the Daughters of the state are known as medal factories instead of burden. In a statement, the Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal said that the Haryana sports persons have performed well in the Commonwealth Games. Dhadak sportspersons of Haryana have once again proved that the state is producing the most popular wrestlers all across the world. He further said that it is the result of the sports policy of Haryana Government that the sportspersons of Haryana won maximum gold medals in the Commonwealth Games. He said that in Commonwealth Games gold medallists will get Rs.1.50 crore, silver medallists will get Rs.75 lakh, bronze medallists will get Rs.50 lakh and sportsperson securing fourth position will get Rs.15 lakh. Along with this, an amount of Rs 7.50 lakh will be given to all the sports persons participated in Commonwealth games.

Out of the total medals won by the Indian sportspersons in the Commonwealth Games, the Haryana medal winners have contributed about 33 percent. A team of 43 sportspersons from the state have showcased their talent in the Commonwealth Games. Haryana sportspersons have successfully grabbed 20 medals in individual and team events for the country, in which 29 players from the state have contributed. Haryana sportspersons have won 9 Gold, 5 Silver and 6 Bronze medals for the nation. Wrestlers- Bajrang Punia, Sakshi Malik, Deepak Punia, Vinesh Phogat, Ravi Dahiya and Naveen Kumar, Para Powerlifting Sportsperson-Sudhir, Boxers-Amit Panghal and Neetu Ghanghas won the gold medal. While Anshu Malik performed in wrestling, Sagar Ahlawat performed in boxing, Shefali Verma performed in cricket, Abhishek and Surendra participated in hockey and won silver medals for the country.

Pooja Sihag, Pooja Gehlot, Deepak Nehra and Mohit Grewal performed in wrestling, Jasmine in boxing and Sandeep Poonia in athletics and won the bronze medal for our country. Savita Punia, Jyoti, Monika Malik, Nisha Warsi, Neha Goel, Udita, Navneet, Sharmila and Sonika have won bronze medals in the women’s hockey team.

Chandigarh, Haryana

DGP Haryana flags off ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ bike rally in Panchkula

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 14, 2022

The Director General of Police (DGP), Haryana Sh. P.K. Agrawal flagged off a bike rally which was organised by Haryana Police under ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign in Panchkula today.

On this occasion, DGP Haryana Sh. P.K. Agrawal said that this year when we are celebrating the 75th anniversary of India’s Independence, ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ is also being organized to enhance the patriotism and make every Indian aware about the love and respect for our ‘Tiranga’.

He also called upon the citizens to participate in this initiative by hoisting the Tiranga in their homes and offices. “Haryana Police is continuously campaigning across the state to spread this message by conduction of social awareness events and activities. On the lines of which, this bike rally is also being organized in Panchkula today,” he added.

He also urged not to keep this campaign limited to a one-day celebration but also to continue this glorious festival even further. This bike rally which started from the Police Headquarters while passing through Geeta Chowk, Sector 10, 4, Sector 3/21, Sector 20 Light Point culminated at the Suncity Parikrama in Sector 20, Panchkula.

Commissioner of Police, Panchkula Sh. Hanif Qureshi while welcoming the DGP Haryana said that the Police is making a significant contribution to make ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign a success on the occasion of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. As a part of which this bike rally is being organized today.

On this occasion DCP Panchkula Mr Surinder Pal Singh, AIG Provisioning, Police Headquarters Mr Kamaldeep Goyal, ACP Panchkula Mrs Mamta Sodha including representatives of Resident Welfare Association and NGOs, officers of Police Department and NDRF personnel were also present.

Haryana Police celebrating the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign across the state

Haryana Police is actively seen organising various social awareness events and activities like Tiranga Yatra, Bike Rally, etc. under the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign across 23 Police districts in Haryana.

‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ related awareness through Police’s Social Media.

Haryana Police has also spread the message of ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ through the social media in the last few days. The Police gave a message of more love to the national flag to the people by replacing the photo of their social media account with the tricolour.

Chandigarh, Haryana

Flag hoisting will be done at 75 places to commemorate 75 years of India’s independence

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 14, 2022

 Under the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, Haryana will be celebrating 75 years of India’s independence with gaiety, zeal and enthusiasm. As per the official schedule for August 15, 2022, Governor, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya will hoist the flag at Ambala Cantt, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal will hoist the flag at Samalkha, Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala will hoist the flag in Bahadurgarh, Vidhan Sabha Speaker, Sh. Gian Chand Gupta will hoist the flag in Assandh, Home Minister, Sh. Anil Vij will hoist the flag in Radaur. Besides this, other Ministers, MLAs and officers of the state government will also hoist the flag at the designated places. The flag hoisting will be done by the Ministers of the ruling party, leaders of the Opposition, MPs and MLAs at 75 places across the state.

On the eve of Independence Day, the Chief Minister also paid heartfelt tributes to the known and unknown martyrs who made supreme sacrifices for the country’s freedom. He also saluted the brave soldiers who protected the unity and integrity of independent India.

The Chief Minister said that Independence Day is such a national festival in which every citizen celebrates together and hoists the National Flag with great reverence and pride. The tricolour is a symbol of pride and gaiety of freedom.  To keep the tricolour flying high, innumerable heroes have made the supreme sacrifice of their lives in the freedom movement.

At this time when we are celebrating the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, we also express our deep gratitude to those nation builders, soldiers safeguarding the borders of the country, talented scientists, farmers and hard-working workers who have played a pivotal role in transforming India into a global superpower. Every Indian has been instrumental in India’s glorious development journey”, said Chief Minister.

Sh. Manohar Lal said that on the occasion of 75 years of independence, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi called for celebrating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to invoke the spirit of patriotism and enthusiasm in the hearts of every citizen.

On the call of the Prime Minister, this national festival is being celebrated with great enthusiasm in the state of Haryana. So far more than 10,000 programmes have been organized. Haryana ranks second in the country for organizing the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav programme.

Chandigarh, Haryana

Haryana Chief Minister hoists National Flag at his residence under the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 14, 2022

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal while ensuring his pivotal participation in the countrywide celebrations being held under the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign today hoisted the National flag  at his residence Sant Kabir Kutir. On this occasion, the Chief Minister also greeted the people of the state on the eve of Independence Day.

Sh. Manohar Lal said that the National Flag is the pride of every Indian. All the citizens of the country feel proud of hoisting the National Flag at their homes.

The Chief Minister said that the Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has started this unique campaign to invoke the feeling of patriotism in the hearts of the citizens. He also called upon the countrymen to hoist the tricolour at their homes from August 13 to 15.

“I am happy that Haryana residents have ensured their important role in this campaign by hoisting the tricolour at their homes,” said Sh. Manohar Lal.

Special programmes will be organized from this year to next year under the Amrit Mahotsav of Azadi

The Chief Minister said that under the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’, various programmes are being organized across the country and Haryana. So far more than 10,000 programmes have been organized in the state and several more special programmes will also be organized from this year to next year to commemorate 75 years of India’s independence.

He said that all the programmes being held under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav are being celebrated with Enthusiasm, Unity and National Spirit. He has called upon everyone to take a pledge to uphold the spirit of this freedom.  It becomes our utmost duty to enthusiastically participate in ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ programmes, said, Sh. Manohar Lal.

Sh. Manohar Lal said that 75 years of India’s independence would complete on August 15, 2022. Notably, the official journey of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav commenced on March 12, 2021. Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav will be celebrated till August 15, 2023.

A Shaheedi Smarak equipped with modern techniques is being built in Ambala Cantonment to remember the martyrs of India’s first freedom struggle. Plays namely the War of 1857- ‘Veer Shaheed’ and ‘Dastan-e-Rohnaat’ are being organized in every district showcasing the valour of the martyrs of Haryana who made supreme sacrifices for Mother India. To ensure maximum public participation, the ‘Har Ghar Dastak’ campaign has been started.

Chandigarh, Haryana

‘Shaheedi Smarak’ to be built in Kurukshetra in memory of martyrs of Partition, says Manohar Lal Khattar

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 14, 2022

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal said that a world-class ‘Shaheedi Smarak’ will be built by Panchnad Smarak Trust near Pipli in the Kurukshetra district to remember those who were martyred at the time of partition. Chief Minister directs Panchnad Smarak Trust to form a semi-government ‘Shaheedi Smarak Trust’.

Sh.  Manohar Lal said that he wishes that this ‘Shaheedi Smarak’ should be recognized at the national level, for which every section of the society should ensure their contribution.

I will also make a contribution on personal level and on behalf of the State Government for the construction of this ‘Shaheedi Smarak’, said Sh. Manohar Lal while speaking at the state-level programme to observe Partition Horrors Remembrance Day held in Kurukshetra on Sunday.

The Chief Minister firstly inaugurated two exhibitions organized by the Information, Public Relations and Languages Department and Haryana Sahitya Akademi. In these exhibitions, the memories of the partition have been displayed through photographs, cartoons and news stories.

As a gesture of respect, the Chief Minister especially descended from the stage to greet the elderly who had faced the partition horrors. Getting such kind treatment by the Chief Minister, the elderly got emotional.

In his inaugural address, the Chief Minister said that India will be completing its 75 years of independence on August 15, which is certainly a joyous and proud occasion but with the sweetness of freedom, the country had to also bear the trauma of partition. Therefore August 14 will be observed as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day (Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas’) to give a fitting tribute to all those who lost their lives and had left their homes during Partition.

“In this partition, the provinces of Punjab, Bengal and Sindh were separated. The pain of partition can never be forgotten. No partition is devoid of tribulations but the story of India has been more painful and traumatic as lakhs of families were displaced and several were martyred,” said Sh. Manohar Lal.

People had to suffer the trauma of partition before independence

The Chief Minister said that people had to suffer the trauma of partition before independence. They had to leave their homes and had to settle thousands of kilometers away.

He said that at the time of partition some people traveled to either side of the border on foot, on train or on bullock carts. Due to religious hysteria, violence, and hatred, lakhs of people were martyred in the partition. The traumatic incidents of partition still give goosebumps to those elderly who have suffered this pain.

Our Grandmothers used to tell stories of Partition

The Chief Minister said that his grandmother used to tell stories of partition. Sharing his own experience, the Chief Minister said that when he used to study in college, his grandmother used to tell him how his paternal uncle and father were left behind in Partition, while the rest of the family moved to India. These stories brought a change in his life and it was then he decided to take a resolution for serving the country and the society, added Sh. Manohar Lal. 

The Chief Minister said that after this he joined an organization and adopted the love of the nation and considered the country and the state as his family.

After the partition, people worked hard to become independent

The Chief Minister said that during the partition when the families came to India, they had no food, shelter and clothes, but they did not beg and worked hard to become independent.

Sh. Manohar Lal said that he is indebted to their ancestors who did not accept the demand for getting reservations but gave priority to their hard work.

In the last 70 years after independence, many prime ministers came but no one ever thought of remembering the supreme sacrifices made by the martyrs of partition. Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has termed the country’s partition as the biggest tragedy of the 20th century and he has announced to observe August 14 as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day (Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas’), said Sh. Manohar Lal.

Farmers who have been farming for 75 years to get rights

The Chief Minister announced that the State Government is considering giving some rights to those who migrated here after partition and are doing farming on that barren land, which they have got at the time of partition. The youth of this Nation and the coming generations should have complete information about the struggle and sacrifice of their ancestors.

He called upon the young generation that if we want to take the country forward, then we have to remember our society, culture and dialect.

MP, Kurukshetra Sh. Nayab Saini, Karnal MP, Sh. Sanjay Bhatia, Ambala MP, Sh. Rattan Lal Kataria, Rohtak MP, Sh. Arvind Sharma, MLA, Sh. Subhash Sudha, MLA, Sh. Vinod Bhayana, MLA Parmod Vij, MLA, Smt. Seema Trikha, Swami Dharmdev Maharaj and Swami Gyananand Ji Maharaj, several dignitaries and other senior officers of the state government were also present in the programme.

Chandigarh, Haryana

NEP 2020 will make India Vishvguru: Haryana CM

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 14, 2022

“Human resource and citizenry play an important role in the progress of a nation. Many attempts have been made in the past 70 years to frame a New Education Policy, but it could not be freed from Macauley’s education Policy. National Education Policy 2020, which is the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has the soul of Indian culture and tradition.” Chief Minister Manohar Lal said this while launching National Education Policy at Kurukshetra University on Sunday at KU senate Hall.

Congratulating Kurukshetra University for implementing NEP in its true spirit as per UGC guidelines from the session 2022, CM Manohar Lal further said that NEP lays the foundation of New India as it is based on a holistic approach. It covers significant aspects like holistic, multidisciplinary and futuristic education, quality research, and use of online technology for better reach in Education. NEP will certainly pave the way for making India Visvguru once again and leading the world towards peace, sustainable prosperity and brotherhood.

He said that we need to re-write our nation’s history and free it from the prejudices and distortions of western historians. Our past was glorious and it needs to be taught in its true spirit to our younger generation.

 “With a great emphasis on skill development, entrepreneurship, internships, community work, life skills and critical thinking, NEP is primarily focused on producing quality human resource with modern outlook and firm faith in Indian cultural and moral values. NEP has soul of Indian culture and tradition,” added Manohar Lal.

KU Vice Chancellor, Prof Som Nath Sachdeva while welcoming the guests said that Kurukshetra University is the first university in the state to implement NEP with a defined structure template and detailed curricula in its undergraduate programmes on its on-campus colleges. He said that although the government of Haryana has set a goal of NEP implementation for 2025, KU has implemented it in the 2022 session. He further added that the four-years honours-with-research undergraduate programme of KU is focused to provide quality education along with all-round development to the students.

Earlier the chief minster inaugurated at KU a New Teaching Block of Institute of Honours and Integrated Studies, an exhibition on Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav and Har Ghar Tiranga, released an album and jingle on Guru Teg Bahadur ji and distributed Sewing Machines to Tailoring and Embroidery Skill Centres of adopted villages of Kurukshetra University.

        MP Nayab Singh Saini, KU Registrar Dr. Sanjeev Sharma, district president BJP Raj Kumar Saini, Dean Academic Prof Manjula Choudhary, deans of faculties, directors, and chairpersons were present on the occasion.