Chandigarh, May 25 – Haryana Agriculture and Animal Husbandry Minister Sh. Shyam Singh Rana has said the Central and State Governments are speeding up development works keeping in mind the ‘Vision-2047’. The state is rapidly becoming a leader in development works. The Agriculture Minister was listening to the public problems of the people in Tint village today along with Dr. Krishan Kumar, MLA of Bawal Assembly constituency of Rewari.

The Agriculture Minister said all sections of the state are happy with the public welfare policies of the government. The benefits of the policies being run by the government are reaching the common man directly.

The Agriculture Minister also listened to the monthly programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi along with Bawal MLA Dr. Krishan Kumar and other dignitaries. The Agriculture Minister said in the Mann Ki Baat programme, the Prime Minister has spoken in a very inspiring manner by urging to adopt indigenous products and public participation in environmental protection. On water conservation, he said by conserving raindrops, we can save a lot of water from being wasted.

Chandigarh, May 21:  Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi on Wednesday to congratulate him on the success of Operation Sindoor and express his gratitude to the Army. Later, while addressing the media persons at Haryana Bhawan in New Delhi, Sh Saini praised the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, stating that under his guidance, the brave soldiers of the country had successfully destroyed terrorist hideouts on their own land. “Only the Prime Minister could have taken such a historic decision,” he remarked.

The Chief Minister condemned the cowardly attack by terrorists in Pahalgam, in which innocent civilians were killed. He said the incident deeply hurt and angered the people of the country, who demanded strong action against terrorism. Responding to the nation’s sentiments, Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi took decisive steps and launched Operation Sindoor, through which our brave soldiers eliminated the terrorists on their own land.

Sh Nayab Singh Saini stated that before 2014, terrorists used to infiltrate the country and carried out attacks, creating an atmosphere of fear and insecurity across the nation. However, Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi took decisive and stringent measures against terrorism. The Prime Minister made it clear that the time had come to eliminate the remaining ground of terrorism. Our brave soldiers struck at the very land in Pakistan where terrorism was nurtured and protected, and successfully crushed the terrorists at their source.

He said that the country is secure under the leadership of the Prime Minister. By taking such decisive action, the Prime Minister has strengthened the nation, ensuring its safety and empowerment. Today, there is a sense of satisfaction among the citizens, while fear has gripped the minds of terrorists.

In response to a question, the Chief Minister said that Operation Sindoor has exposed the true face of Pakistan to the entire world. While Pakistan was attempting to defame India, Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi unmasked its role in promoting terrorism on the global stage. He added that the Prime Minister has sent a strong message that “blood and water cannot flow together.”

The Chief Minister said that the Prime Minister has also been briefed on the ongoing development works and schemes in Haryana. He said that several development projects were launched by the Prime Minister on the occasion of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Jayanti. The Chief Minister added that whenever the Prime Minister visits Haryana, it brings a renewed sense of energy and enthusiasm among the people.

In response to another question, the Chief Minister said that the police are thoroughly investigating the cases of spying in Haryana. He added that clear instructions have been issued to conduct a comprehensive probe into the individuals involved.

Chandigarh May 20: Mayor of Gurugram Municipal Corporation, Smt. Raj Rani Malhotra, along with the councillors, made a courtesy call on  Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini at his Sant Kabir Kutir residence here today. Gurugram MLA Sh Mukesh Sharma was also present on the occasion.

         The Chief Minister congratulated the newly elected councillors and the Mayor, expressing hope that they would actively contribute to the city’s development by prioritizing public service.

         During the meeting, the councillors lauded the Chief Minister’s public welfare policies and shared their suggestions for the holistic development of Gurugram. The Chief Minister gave their suggestions due consideration and assured prompt implementation.

         Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini assured that no area connected to Manesar and Gurugram will face a water scarcity . He stated that effective measures are being undertaken in this regard, and work is being expedited wherever necessary.

         The Chief Minister also informed that the drain cleaning work is nearly complete, and officials have been directed to expedite the remaining tasks. He said that in several areas, water drainage issues persist due to unconnected drains. Instructions have been issued to address this problem, and strict action will be taken against those found responsible for negligence.

         The Chief Minister emphasized that the active cooperation of the councillors is essential for the planned development of Gurugram. All the councillors expressed their gratitude, praising the Chief Minister’s efforts for the city as commendable. They assured their full support and commitment to contributing in every possible way to Gurugram’s development under his leadership.

Chandigarh, May 13 – Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Dr. Sumita Misra today announced a comprehensive strengthening of Haryana’s Civil Defence setup to ensure the state is fully prepared to handle any emergency be it natural or man-made with swiftness.

Dr. Misra stated that the government has launched Civil Defence (CD) volunteer registration camps throughout the state at district level and sub division level to begin with. Currently, the drills are being run in 10 districts and will soon be expanded comprehensively to all  districts. These volunteers will be provided with standard jackets and uniforms to ensure they are easily identifiable and ready to act in emergency situations.

She further informed that the existing Paper Plan in each districts will be revamped and updated with  focus on vulnerability mapping of key public infrastructure such as government building, schools, universities, hospitals, power grids, industries and water systems both in urban and rural areas. “No high-risk areas will left unmapped,” Dr. Misra asserted.

Dr. Misra further informed that all new CD volunteers will undergo mandatory training based on the official national module issued by the Government of India. In order to strengthen local emergency response, a platoon of 30 trained Home Guard volunteers (on paid basis) will be placed on standby at district level.

She further informed that for the first time, livestock evacuation has been made a formal part of disaster drills. CD volunteers experienced in animal care will be involved to ensure full-scale community protection. At the same time, the state is working with defence forces to develop a response plan for unexploded ordnance (UXO).

Dr. Misra reaffirmed that Haryana is committed to building a trained, equipped, and alert Civil Defence force. “Haryana is fully equipped and prepared, as disaster readiness is not just a priority it is the need of the hour,” she added. Community based efforts reduce risk and create opportunities for local development and sustainable livelihoods. By localizing disaster risk reduction, we will also optimize the utilization of indigenous knowledge and conventional best practices.

In addition, under National Disaster Management Authority Scheme of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, 2300 volunteers have already been trained as ‘Aapda Mitra’ in nine districts namely Ambala, Panchkula, Rewari, Kurukshetra, Faridabad, Nuh, Gurugram, Sonipat, Yamunanagar, with the fundamental skills such as search & rescue, *evacuation*, first aid etc. necessary to address the immediate needs in case of any sensitive situation.

The meeting was attended by Secretary, Home, Smt. Geeta Bharti, Special Secretary, Revenue & Disaster Management Department, Sh. Rahul Hooda, Member Secretary, State Disaster Management Authority, Sh. S. Narayanan, DSP, Home Guard/Civil Defence, Smt. Tanya Singh, Project Officer, Smt. Ritesh and other senior officers were present.

Chandigarh, May 9

Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Dr. Sumita Misra, informed that the State Government has constituted the State Civil Advisory/Implementation Committee to effectively implement and monitor the Civil Defence Rules, 1968 across the state.

          Giving more information in this regard, Dr. Misra stated that the committee has been constituted to ensure better coordination among departments, enhance emergency response systems, and improve preparedness to handle disasters or hostile situations.

          She apprised that the Committee will be chaired by the Chief Secretary, Haryana with the Financial Commissioner, Revenue and Additional Chief Secretary, Revenue and Disaster Management Department, serving as the Vice-Chairman.

          It was further informed that Members include officers such as the Additional Chief Secretaries of Health & Family Welfare Department, Home, Irrigation and Water Resources, Energy, PWD (B&R), Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs, and Higher Education, along with the Principal Secretaries of Industries and School Education Departments.

          Also included are Commissioner & Secretaries from Development & Panchayats, Public Health Engineering, Urban Local Bodies, and Information, Public Relations and Languages Department and senior officers like the Director General of Police, ADGP CID, Director General Fire Services, and Commandant SDRF. Notably, the Commandant General, Home Guards and Director, Civil Defence, Haryana will serve as the Member-Secretary.

          The Committee also includes Commissioner & Secretary, Citizens Resources Information Department (CRID), Director, Civil Military Liaison Conference, Western Command Chandimandir, and SP, Government Railway Police (GRP), Ambala as members.

Chandigarh, May 7

Speaking at the Chandigarh Press Club, Kulbhushan Sharma, State President of the Federation of Private Schools Welfare Association and National President of NISA, emphasized the urgent need for a lasting resolution to the long-standing issue of unrecognized private schools. He pointed out that many of these schools have had their cases pending with the Aadhaar system for over two decades. As a result, every year during the admission period in April and the board exam season, these schools face uncertainty regarding their operations. This ongoing pressure diverts their focus from improving education quality to making repeated appeals to government officials to ensure their survival.

Sharma noted that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has been in power in Haryana for over ten years and had promised in its manifesto to address this issue permanently. However, thousands of private schools across the state are still awaiting meaningful relief. He urged Chief Minister Naib Singh Saini, who has been offering relief to various sections of society, to convene a meeting with private school representatives and address their concerns without further delay.

Private schools have also been in regular contact with Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda, raising awareness about their challenges. Sharma proposed that schools operating since before 2011 should be granted recognition under the Right to Education Act, based on the infrastructure they currently have. This would help integrate all such schools into the mainstream education system. For those unable to meet certain norms, he recommended that they be given sufficient time and permitted to relocate according to the older regulations.

He further criticized the actions of officials in some districts, who, citing specific orders, are allegedly pressuring school authorities, which Sharma described as unacceptable in a civilized society. He called on the Chief Minister and Education Minister to step in immediately to stop the harassment and threats of FIRs against private school staff, and to engage directly with school representatives to find a permanent and just resolution.

Chandigarh

After felicitating 64 candidates from Haryana who have successfully cleared the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024 at his residence Sant Kabir Kutir in Chandigarh, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday urged them never to forget their values and roots, and wherever they serve, establish a legacy of success through their competence and integrity. The Chief Minister expressed hope that these bright minds would contribute their talents to realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of making India a developed nation by 2047, and continuing to uphold the pride of Haryana through their commendable service.

Saini said, “You all are the foundation and torchbearers of a developed India. The nation has high expectations from you. I am confident that through your service in every corner of the country, you will not only strengthen the spirit of unity in diversity but also bring glory to Haryana.”

Saini said that prior to 2014, youth in Haryana had to make rounds of the offices of MLAs and ministers to secure government jobs. However, after 2014, the state government implemented the Mission Merit policy and established a transparent system of recruitment—providing government jobs without parchi-kharchi. Since then, young aspirants have been preparing through coaching centers and successfully entering government services. The state government has provided over 1.75 lakh government jobs based on merit and transparency. He added that in the last 10 years, even the smallest villages in Haryana have seen 5 to 6 youth securing government jobs, while in larger villages, this number ranges from 350 to 400.

The Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Modi believes in delivering what he promises, and the Haryana government is following the same path. He emphasized that even before taking the oath of office, the present state government fulfilled its promise made to youth during elections by issuing joining letters to 26,000 candidates. He said that the selected candidates have reached this milestone through determination, hard work, and dedication. He extended his heartfelt congratulations to them and their parents.
Highlighting the transformative changes in the country over the past decade, Saini said that it is a matter of pride that powerful nations are now praising India on the global stage. He asserted that it is everyone’s duty to make India a global leader, and the role of the youth will be crucial in achieving this goal.

The Chief Minister further said that just as senior officers have contributed to Haryana’s progress and development, these young officers will now work for the welfare of 140 crore Indians. With their commitment, they will help script the story of a Viksit Bharat by 2047, fulfilling the vision of the Prime Minister.

‘Govt working to promote & disseminate teachings of Sikh Gurus’

In another event, addressing the eminent citizens of the Sikh community, Saini affirmed that the state government is dedicated to spreading the teachings of the Sikh Gurus and preserving the rich legacy of the Sikh community. He said that inspired by the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has worked tirelessly for the upliftment of the Sikh community, the Haryana Government is also undertaking significant steps for their welfare and cultural preservation. He said that the state government is actively engaged in promoting and disseminating the teachings of Sikh Gurus, while also preserving the history of the Sikh community, said Saini.

The Chief Minister said that both the Central and Haryana governments are true allies of farmers. As proof of this, all crops in Haryana are being procured at Minimum Support Price (MSP), and over the past ten and a half years, the government has provided compensation of Rs. 14,500 crore to farmers for crop losses. In contrast, under the Congress government before 2014, farmers received only Rs. 1,155 crore for crop damages, said  Saini. The Chief Minister said that the medical college being constructed in Yamunanagar will be named after Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Similarly, a museum in Lohgarh will soon be developed in honor of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Ji, and a Martial Arts School will also be built there. Additionally, the road from Nada Sahib to Paonta Sahib has been named after Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, he said.

The Chief Minister said that the state government has identified the land in Kurukshetra for the construction of a Sikh Museum. This museum will preserve the heritage related to Sikh history, providing youth with valuable insights into their rich past. He assured the members of the Sikh community that their demands would be forwarded to the concerned departments for appropriate action, he added.