Chandigarh, June 28, 2026: The two-day Special Camps for submission of Enumeration Forms under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 were successfully conducted on June 27 and 28 at all Polling Stations across the Union Territory of Chandigarh.

A large number of residents visited the camps and submitted their Enumeration Forms. The camps were organized with the dedicated efforts of the Booth Level Officers (BLOs), who assisted electors in filling and submitting their forms. More than 35% of the Enumeration Forms received so far have already been digitized by the BLOs.

The Election Commission of India had announced the schedule for the third phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026 on May 14, 2026. Accordingly, the Enumeration Phase commenced in Chandigarh on June 15, 2026. Within the first week of the exercise, BLOs successfully completed 100% distribution of Enumeration Forms through door-to-door visits.

The house-to-house campaign is continuing across the Union Territory. Electors who have not yet submitted their Enumeration Forms are requested to hand over their duly filled forms to the BLO during the door-to-door visit or submit them online through the ECINet Portal (ecinet.eci.gov.in) or the ECINet Mobile App.

For any assistance or information, citizens may contact their respective BLO through the “Book a Call” facility available on the ECINet App and Portal. They may also call the Voter Helpline 1950, which is available round the clock, for any queries related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 2026.

Chandigarh, June 28, 2026: The Governor of Punjab and Administrator, Union Territory, Chandigarh, Gulab Chand Kataria, today inaugurated the Model Immunization Centre (MIC) and launched the State-Level Pulse Polio Campaign at the Urban Community Health Centre (UCHC), Sector 22, Chandigarh. The Hon’ble Governor was accompanied by Shri V.P. Singh, IAS, Additional Chief Secretary to the Administrator, UT Chandigarh.

The campaign was formally launched with the administration of two drops of Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) to children in the 0–5 years age group by the Hon’ble Governor, reaffirming the Chandigarh Administration’s commitment to protecting every child against polio and sustaining India’s polio-free status.

Secretary Health, Chandigarh Administration, Dr. Syed Abid Rasheed Shah, IAS, welcomed the Chief Guest and highlighted the Administration’s sustained efforts towards achieving universal immunization coverage.

The newly inaugurated Model Immunization Centre at UCHC, Sector 22, is the fifth such centre established in Chandigarh. Designed to provide a child-friendly, safe and comfortable vaccination environment, the centre features dedicated vaccination areas, a play zone for children during the post-vaccination observation period and a breastfeeding corner to ensure privacy and convenience for nursing mothers.

During his visit, the Hon’ble Governor inspected various sections of the Model Immunization Centre and reviewed the healthcare facilities available at UCHC, Sector 22. Dr. Sadbhavna Pandit, Officiating Director Health Services, briefed the Chief Guest about the various achievements and ongoing activities under the Universal Immunization Programme. The Hon’ble Governor appreciated the efforts of the Health Department in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for children and their parents.

Addressing the gathering, the Administrator UT Chandigarh emphasized the importance of achieving 100 per cent immunization coverage and urged all stakeholders to ensure that no eligible child is left behind. He commended the dedication and tireless efforts of doctors, nursing personnel, Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs) and field staff in implementing immunization programmes across the city.

For the successful implementation of the Pulse Polio Campaign in Chandigarh, 478 Pulse Polio booths have been established for administering polio drops to children in the 0–5 years age group. In addition, 1,078 vaccination teams have been deployed across the Union Territory to ensure complete coverage. On June 29 and 30, 2026, these teams will conduct intensive house-to-house visits to identify and vaccinate children who may have missed the polio dose during the booth-based campaign.

The Health Department, Chandigarh, is also implementing a unique night immunization initiative titled “Taare Zameen Par – Night Vigil.” The initiative aims to administer polio drops to children of migrant labourers, homeless families, rag-pickers and other vulnerable populations who may not be accessible during the daytime campaign.

Four special “Taare Zameen Par – Night Vigil” teams, each comprising a supervisor, police personnel, vaccinator and driver, have been constituted. These teams commence their activities daily from 7:00 PM onwards to reach children residing in difficult-to-access and underserved areas.

The event was attended by Dr. Manjeet Singh, NO-NHM-cum-District Immunization Officer, programme officers and senior officers of the Health Department, doctors from GMCH-32 and PGIMER, nursing staff, ANMs and representatives from WHO, UNDP, John Snow India and other partner organizations.

On the occasion, the Hon’ble Administrator also distributed gift hampers to children who received vaccination, encouraging greater community participation in immunization activities. The programme concluded with a group photograph of the participants with the Chief Guest. His words of encouragement motivated the doctors, vaccinators and healthcare staff to continue their dedicated efforts towards the successful implementation of the campaign.

On the first day of the campaign, around 34,835 children were administered polio drops across Chandigarh. The Health Department, UT Chandigarh, has appealed to all parents and guardians to ensure that children who may have missed vaccination at the Pulse Polio booths receive polio drops during the ongoing house-to-house activities on June 29 and 30, 2026.

Chandigarh, June 26- Reaffirming the Haryana government’s commitment to rural transformation, Education Minister, Sh.  Mahipal Dhanda on Friday said that expanding basic civic infrastructure in villages remains one of the government’s foremost priorities. He said empowering gram panchayats with essential resources is key to achieving the vision of self-reliant and well-equipped villages.

The Minister was addressing a programme organised by the Panipat Zila Parishad at Siwah village, where water tankers and public benches were distributed to several gram panchayats. The event was presided over by Zila Parishad Chairperson, Smt. Jyoti Sharma.

Sh.  Mahipal Dhanda said the state government is working with a clear focus on strengthening rural infrastructure and ensuring that every village has access to quality public amenities. Government’s  objective is to improve the quality of life in rural areas by providing essential infrastructure and ensuring that villages become stronger partners in Haryana’s development journey, he said.

Describing panchayats as the backbone of rural governance, the Minister said equipping them with adequate resources is a government priority.  He said that water tankers and public benches are not merely assets; they are facilities that directly improve the daily lives and convenience of villagers.

He further said that the government remains committed to the principle of Antyodaya by ensuring that the benefits of development reach the last person in society, and assured that similar initiatives for rural development would continue in the future.

Presiding over the function, Zila Parishad Chairperson Jyoti Sharma said the Panipat Zila Parishad has been consistently accelerating development works across rural areas with public welfare as its central focus.

Chandigarh, June 26- Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister, Sh. Shyam Singh Rana on Friday chaired the District Public Relations and Grievance Redressal Committee meeting in Karnal. During the meeting he  resolved seven of the 12 grievances, while ordering fresh inquiries into the remaining five cases.

The Minister said that government officers must make regular field visits, closely monitor work under their respective departments and resolve issues at the grassroots so that fewer complaints reach the administration. He said that the responsibility of the administration is not merely to respond to complaints but to proactively address public issues before they escalate.

The Cabinet Ministers said that officers must remain accessible to the people and ensure that grievances related to basic civic needs are resolved on priority,” the minister said.

Among the cases reviewed, a complaint filed by residents of DRP Enclave in Sector 36 was deferred to the next meeting as the required departmental report had not been submitted. Another complaint by Satish Kumar of Kunjpura village was also kept pending until a written settlement is reached and the complainant receives justice.

Furthermore, a complaint against Chaitanya Techno School, Karnal, was deferred after the District Education Officer informed the committee that schools are currently closed for summer vacations and an inspection would be conducted once they reopen, following which a report would be submitted.

In a complaint filed by Surjit Singh of Gondar village regarding alleged violations of mining norms by a contractor, the complainant expressed dissatisfaction with the inquiry report. Taking note of the objections,  the Minister directed the Additional Deputy Commissioner to conduct a fresh investigation.

 In anoter complaint, the Cabinet Minister direcetd the officers of the Excise and Taxation Department to examine the matter from a social welfare perspective and asked the SDM, Nilokheri, to conduct a detailed inquiry. The case was deferred for further consideration.

Another complaint by Anil Kumar of Alipur Khalsa village alleged that vibrations from heavy machinery operating in a neighbouring industrial unit had caused cracks in his house, besides resulting in air and water pollution. Officers of the Haryana State Pollution Control Board informed the committee that the allegations were found to be prima facie correct and a show-cause notice had already been issued to the company. The department assured that appropriate action would be taken to resolve the matter.

MLAs, Sh.  Jagmohan Anand and, Sh. Yogender Rana, Karnal Mayor, Smt.  Renu Bala Gupta, Deputy Commissioner,  Dr Anand Kumar Sharma, Superintendent of Police Narendra Bijarniya, senior district officials and nominated members of the Grievance Redressal Committee were present at the meeting.

ChandigarhJune 26- Haryana Forest, Environment and Wildlife Minister, Rao Narbir Singh on Friday laid the foundation stone for the Rao Mohar Singh Biodiversity Park and an Amrit Sarovar at Budhpur village in Rewari district, describing the project as a significant step towards strengthening ecological conservation and creating quality public green spaces in the Ahirwal region.

The Cabinet Minister said naming the biodiversity park after Rao Mohar Singh, a distinguished educationist, public servant and one of the leading champions of democracy in the erstwhile undivided Punjab was a fitting tribute to his contribution to society. Spread over 30 acres, the biodiversity park will feature more than 150 species of trees and plants, including a wide variety of medicinal species. The project will also include an open-air gym and other recreational facilities, providing residents with a healthy and environmentally sustainable public space.

The Minister said that this park will not only help conserve biodiversity but also improve the quality of life by offering a green recreational space for the local community. He urged villagers to actively participate in the development and long-term upkeep of the park, saying environmental conservation is a shared responsibility of both the government and the people.

Rao Narbir Singh also appealed to citizens to actively support Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign by planting more trees and ensuring their care until they mature. He said the Haryana government, under the leadership of Chief Minister, Sh.  Nayab Singh Saini, is accelerating environmental conservation initiatives through the development of Namo Vans and Aushadhi Vans across the state, besides carrying out extensive plantation drives.

Highlighting the state’s broader development agenda, Rao Narbir Singh said the government is ensuring equitable development across Haryana without discrimination. Referring to the NDA government’s completion of 12 years at the Centre, he said the country and the state have witnessed substantial progress across sectors during this period.

The Minister said all districts of Haryana are now connected through the national highway network, significantly improving connectivity and reducing travel time across the state.  He also highlighted the recently launched Make in Haryana Industrial Policy, describing it as the first initiative of its kind in the country. He said the policy has already attracted investment proposals worth more than Rs. 1 lakh crore.

Rao Narbir Singh said that to further strengthen industrial development in southern Haryana, one of the state’s proposed 10 new Industrial Model Townships (IMTs) will be established in the Kosli region, creating employment opportunities and accelerating economic growth.

The Minister also urged people to shun single-use plastic carry bags and instead promote the use of eco-friendly jute and cloth bags to protect the environment.

Chandigarh, June 26- Haryana Health Minister, Ms. Arti Singh Rao on Friday said the state government is continuously taking steps to further strengthen healthcare services across the state.

Chairing a meeting of the Special High Powered Purchase Committee on Friday, the Minister said the committee has approved and finalised procurement proposals and rate contracts worth more than Rs. 18 crore to reinforce the state’s medical services and healthcare infrastructure.

Briefing the media after the meeting, the Cabinet Minister said several important decisions relating to healthcare delivery were taken. The committee approved the procurement of 40 Unani medicines worth nearly Rs. 1.85 crore, intraocular lenses (IOLs) worth Rs. 44 lakh for cataract surgeries, and medicines worth Rs. 82 lakh for the treatment of thalassaemia patients.

She further shared that to strengthen healthcare infrastructure on a long-term basis, the committee also finalised a two-year rate contract worth approximately Rs.9.55 crore for the procurement and installation of 18 Liquid Medical Oxygen (LMO) plants and storage tanks at 18 district civil hospitals across the state. In another major decision, the committee approved a two-year rate contract worth Rs. 3.02 crore for the procurement of 24 Pure Tone Audiometers for 22 district civil hospitals to improve hearing diagnostic services.

The committee also cleared a tender worth approximately Rs. 2.40 crore under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model for providing haemodialysis services at 16 sub-divisional civil hospitals, expanding access to specialised kidney care at the sub-divisional level.

Ms. Arti Rao said the procurement of medical supplies and the strengthening of healthcare infrastructure would provide immediate relief to patients belonging to different sections of society while significantly improving their quality of life.

She said the availability of medicines for thalassaemia patients would ensure uninterrupted treatment for people suffering from the inherited blood disorder, which is vital for their survival. Similarly, the large-scale procurement of intraocular lenses for cataract surgeries would enable elderly citizens and other cataract patients to undergo affordable and easily accessible surgeries with government support, without having to endure long waiting periods.

The Minister said that the procurement of Unani medicines would provide patients with greater access to alternative and holistic treatment options within the public healthcare system itself.

Highlighting the long-term benefits of the infrastructure projects, Ms. Arti Rao said the installation of Liquid Medical Oxygen plants at 18 district hospitals would substantially enhance the reliability of healthcare services at both the district and sub-divisional levels. It would ensure an uninterrupted supply of medical oxygen for critically ill patients and emergency surgeries, thereby reducing the need to refer patients to hospitals in larger cities.

She reiterated that the Haryana government remains committed to continuously strengthening the state’s public healthcare system through timely investments in medical infrastructure, equipment and essential healthcare services so that quality treatment is available to every citizen closer to home.

Chandigarh, June 26- Haryana Cooperation Minister, Dr Arvind Sharma, on Friday visited the family of Bhavishya Sharma, a young resident of Mahipur village who lost his life in the devastating fire at an animation and gaming institute in Lucknow, and announced financial assistance of Rs. 5 lakh for the bereaved family.

Dr Arvind Sharma, accompanied by his wife Dr Rita Sharma, met the victim’s father, Narendra Kumar, and other family members at their residence in Mahipur village in Gohana constituency to express his condolences and offer support during their time of grief.

The Minister said that Bhavishya Sharma was a bright and promising young man and his untimely death in the tragic fire is certainly an irreparable loss not only for the family but also for the entire region. The loss of a young life in such tragic circumstances is deeply painful and cannot be expressed in words, said Dr Sharma.

The Minister assured the family that both the Haryana government and society stand firmly with them during this difficult period.