Chandigarh, January 31:

          Central Civil Services Cultural and Board are organizing the All India Services Athletics, Swimming and Yogasana (Men & Women) tournament from 19th February to 8th March 2025 at Chandigarh and Gujarat.

          Trials for the selection of Athletics and Yogasana teams will be held at Polo Ground Patiala on 11th February at 11 am and Swimming teams will be held at Multipurpose Stadium, Sector 78 SAS Nagar (Mohali) on 11th February at 11 am.

          The spokesman of the sports department further informed that in these trials security services personnel/para-security organizations/central police organizations/police/RPF/CISF/BSF/ITBP and NSG etc., autonomous parties/undertakings/public sector Banks including central ministry run banks, excluding casual/daily workers, temporary office workers, newly recruited employees who have been in regular services for less than 6 months, Government employees (regular), government officials (regular) of different departments can participate only after receiving NoC from their departments. The cost of travel, accommodation and food in this tournament will be paid by the player personally.

Chandigarh January 22

This year’s Republic Day celebrations will feature Haryana’s tableau on New Delhi’s Kartavya Path, showcasing a divine depiction of the state’s prosperity, heritage, and development. The tableau will highlight Haryana’s rich cultural heritage through the portrayal of the divine message of the Bhagavad Gita, delivered by Lord Shri Krishna to Arjuna in Kurukshetra. Additionally, it will offer a glimpse of a modern Haryana, a sports powerhouse, reflecting the state’s continuous development in technology and innovation, alongside the stellar achievements of its athletes.

 This information was shared by Sh K.M. Pandurang, Director General of the Department of Information, Public Relations, Languages and Culture Haryana, while presenting Haryana’s tableau to the media at the Rashtriya Rangshala Camp in New Delhi today. He explained that the front part of the tableau portrays Lord Krishna delivering the message of Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna before the Mahabharata war at the sacred Jyotisar Tirtha in Kurukshetra. This divine message, imparted by Lord Krishna to humanity through Arjuna, stands as a testament to Haryana’s enduring contribution to India’s spiritual and cultural heritage.

The middle section of the tableau features a craft cart inspired by the Surajkund Mela, showcasing Haryana’s rich art and handicrafts. Behind the craft cart, a ‘Haryanvi Tau’ is depicted working on a laptop, symbolizing how Haryana’s farmers are utilizing information technology to enhance their daily lives and farming practices. Through digital platforms like ‘Meri Fasal-Mera Byora,’ they access government schemes and check crop prices online. Nearby, two schoolgirls in uniform represent Haryana’s commitment to women empowerment and gender equality, reflecting the impact of programs like Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao.

Sh Pandurang said that the rear section of the tableau depicts a blend of skyscrapers, modernization, and urbanization in Gurugram. This part highlights how Haryana has emerged as a leading state in technology, innovation, and technical advancements. The modernization of Gurugram through the PPP model, along with its status as a leader in software exports, symbolizes the identity of a new and prosperous Haryana. In addition to technological progress, the state is also making its mark as a hub for startups and innovation.

He explained that the final section of the tableau features Olympian athletes from Haryana standing proudly on a skyscraper, symbolizing the state’s remarkable sports achievements. Haryana is renowned as a sports powerhouse, contributing more than 30 percent of India’s medals in international competitions, including the Olympics and Commonwealth Games, despite comprising only 2 percent of the nation’s population and 1.34 percent of its geographical area. This year, Haryana’s athletes won 16 Olympic and Paralympics medals, further solidifying its identity as a sports hub. This success is a direct result of the Haryana Government’s exemplary sports policy, the encouragement provided to athletes, and the relentless dedication of the state’s talented players. This section honors the hard work, dedication, and achievements of Haryana’s athletes, who bring pride and prestige to both the state and the nation. Through this tableau, Haryana has demonstrated its unwavering commitment to showcasing India’s new and developed form on Republic Day 2025.

Sh Pandurang informed that this is the fourth consecutive year that Haryana’s tableau will have the honor of being showcased on the Kartavya Path in New Delhi during the Republic Day celebrations. This year, the theme of Haryana’s tableau is ‘Samridh Haryana-Virasat Aur Vikas’ with its construction completed at the Rashtriya Rangshala Camp of the Ministry of Defense, Government of India. Previous Haryana tableau has successfully featured themes such as ‘Khelo Mai Number One – Haryana’ in 2022, ‘International Gita Mahotsav’ in 2023, and ‘Mera Parivar-Meri Pehchan’ in 2024.

 He stated that despite its small geographical area, Haryana has consistently been at the forefront of the country’s industrial, agricultural, sports, and various national and international business developments. The state has achieved numerous milestones, including the creation of infrastructure that contributes to realizing the vision of making India a ‘developed India.’

Chandigarh

The Department of Animal Husbandry completed 3rd round of Lumpy Skin Disease in cattle of Chandigarh. The Lumpy Skin is a contagious, epizootic disease caused by the Capri pox virus, which spreads and most prevalent among cattle. The capripox virus genus consists of LSDV, as well as sheep pox virus, and goat pox virus.

On this occasion, Sh. Hari Kallikkat, Secretary Animal Husbandry, intimated that department has administered 9000 vaccination doses free of cost in cattle population. The department has been successfully able to combat the Lumpy Skin in cattle since 2023 due to effective Sero & Physical monitoring in Chandigarh. He said that till date three rounds of LSD vaccination has been completed and 25641 vaccines has been administrated against the disease. He added that strict implementation of advisories, bio-security measures and movement restriction and isolation of affected animals are followed in true spirit. Every type of assistance has been provided to Livestock owners i.e. treatment of animals and control of disease to avoid further spread of disease. The department has issued Advisory to all livestock owners and MC Gaushalas for taking all preventive measures. The Gaushalas has been issued 2000 doses of vaccine free of cost to administer to their cattle population.

Director Animal Husbandry, Sh. Paviter Singh urged the livestock owners to report to the nearest veterinary hospital immediately on unusual mortality and sickness in cattle. He further stated that owners are being educated through awareness camps however there is no specific treatment for LSD. The current preventive measure includes vaccination, movement control of bovine animals and quarantining, implementing biosecurity through vector control. It is worth mentioning that all neighbouring states Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh were severely affected by Lumpy Skin Disease which resulted in huge mortality of cattle and financial loss to livestock owners. In the contrary Chandigarh remains LSD free till date.

Joint Director Animal Husbandry apprised that livestock owners have been educated regarding bio-security measures as isolation of sick animals from the healthy animals, feeding of affected animals with liquid & soft feed, and green fodder to their animals. They have also been advised to use dis-infections in premises at regular intervals for cleanliness and hygiene and to apply Ecto-parasiticide to healthy animals.

Chandigarh, January 15

Haryana Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister, Mr. Shyam Singh Rana, assured that all legitimate demands of the Veterinary Livestock Development Assistant (VLDA)  will be addressed.

During a meeting with representatives of the Veterinary and Livestock Extension Association today. The Commissioner and Secretary, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Department, Mr. Vijay Singh Dahiya, and Director, Dr. L.C. Ranga were also present in the meeting.

During the meeting, Association representatives, including Sheel Sangwan and Bijender Singh, highlighted the long-pending demand to change the designation of VLDA to Veterinary and Livestock Extension Officer. The minister directed appropriate action on this matter.

Other issues discussed included the formation of a Diploma Veterinary Council, implementation of ACP with grade pay as per the 7th Pay Commission, and ensuring the participation of all VLDA members in the upcoming online transfer drive.

The Minister assured the Association representatives that their demands would be thoroughly examined, and appropriate actions would be taken to fulfill the justified ones promptly.

Chandigarh  January 1- On the occasion of New Year 2025, a special event was held at the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC) headquarters in Panchkula, where Chairperson Nand Lal Sharma emphasized the need for further improvements in the power sector and prioritizing consumer interests. He stated that the Commission’s work should be guided by public interest, and all officials and employees must work with utmost dedication toward this goal.

          The Chairperson issued clear instructions to ensure that the tariff order is to be finalized and issued by 31 March. He also directed the expeditious resolution of all pending petitions and ensured that complaints filed for noncompliance with orders issued by the Consumer Grievance Redressal Forum had to be resolved within six months. He remarked, “Our goal is to provide affordable and quality electricity to consumers. This requires concrete and timely efforts.”

          Chairperson Nand Lal Sharma directed officials from the legal, technical, and tariff sections to adopt modern technologies and innovative approaches in their work. He highlighted the importance of preparing efficient and uniform regulations to rationally govern the power sector. If there is a need for amendments to existing regulations, they should be implemented.

          He emphasized the need to study the orders issued by other state electricity regulatory commissions as well as the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC). Additionally, he stressed the importance of leveraging international reforms in the power sector to benefit the state. He stated that these steps would not only safeguard consumer interests but also elevate the state’s power sector to new heights.

          During the program, Chairperson Nand Lal Sharma interacted with officials and employees, seeking their suggestions for improving the power sector. He reviewed the progress of various departments during the event and motivated employees to continue delivering excellence in their work.

Chandigarh, November 09

Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao has said the state government is focusing on medical education infrastructure to provide better health facilities to the people of Haryana. She said the aim is to expand superspeciality services in all medical colleges and work towards setting up a critical care block in every government medical college. Also, special trauma care delivery centres will be developed in medical colleges, so that referrals are reduced.

The Health Minister was holding a meeting with the officials of the Department of Medical Education and Research here today.

Arti Singh Rao directed the officials to prepare standardized operating procedures for patient care so that better medical facilities can be made available to patients. She said the shortage of manpower for specialist doctors, other staff and maintenance of hospital related services in medical colleges and hospitals will be gradually met. Meaningful steps are being taken in this direction. The government has set a target of opening a medical college in every district. She told officials to ensure that eligible beneficiaries are provided health facilities under the Ayushman Bharat scheme.

Civil work of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Health Science University, Karnal completed

It was informed in the meeting that the civil work of Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Health Science University, Kutail in Karnal district has been completed on an area of 144 acres. Other works including medical equipment are in the final stage and soon the facility will be dedicated to the public. This university will have a super specialty hospital with 750 beds, where tertiary-level healthcare facilities will be available. Apart from this, the work of Pandit Neki Ram Sharma Government Medical College, Bhiwani and Maharishi Chyavan Government Medical College, Koriyavas, Narnaul has also been completed 90 per cent. These colleges have 150-150 MBBS seats.

It was also informed that the work of Sant Shiromani Shri Dhanna Bhagat Ji Government Medical College under construction in Haibatpur, Jind, Bhagwan Parshuram Government Medical College in Sapan Kheri, Kaithal and Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Government Medical College, Panjupur, Yamunanagar is also going on. Apart from these, many other colleges are in the pipeline. The Health Minister directed that the work of all medical colleges should be done at a fast pace, so that the public can get the benefit of these projects soon.

Nursing colleges being built in 6 districts

It was informed in the meeting that nursing colleges are being built in six districts at a cost of about Rs 264 crore. These include Nursing College Kherawali, Pinjore in Panchkula district, Nursing College, Khedi Ram Nagar in Kurukshetra district, Nursing College, Dherdu in Kaithal district, Nursing College, Dayalpur in Faridabad district, Nursing College, Arua and Nursing College, Rewari. Around 90 per cent of the work of these colleges has been completed and it is likely to be completed by March 2025.