IEP Chandigarh, November 29

Governor of Haryana, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya said that the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu has done us all proud by gracing the 18th convocation ceremony of National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra as the chief guest. He said that the day has become even more special and memorable for the students receiving their degrees; as an ideal teacher who has reached the highest constitutional post of the country by facing difficult circumstances, has reached to bless them.While addressing the students, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya said that they should go ahead in their professional life and bring laurels to their institute and work for nation building. He said that the Haryana government has worked to strengthen the infrastructure in the state to promote education and create an environment for education. “There is no dearth of opportunities in today’s era. The Internet is such a medium, which has made it easier to work in the field of research. The students should also do the work of updating and upgrading themselves using the internet,” he added.With President’s arrival, new enthusiasm and inspiration have been communicated: Chief MinisterWelcoming the President on the occasion, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal said that with the presence of the President, new enthusiasm and inspiration have been communicated to all of us. The Chief Minister congratulated the students and said that the parents also deserve appreciation; who have made them reach this destination in life.Skill is the first requirement to take country forwardThe Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has a dream that India should become the leader of the world. “For this, he has given programs like Make in India, Digital India, Standup India and Startup to the nation. The basis of all these programs is Skill India. Skill is the first requirement to take the country forward in any field. To fulfill this need, many such institutes like NIT, Kurukshetra, which provide education of latest technology, have been established in Haryana,” he said.Apart from these, high quality institutes are there in Haryana to provide world class vocational and employable education in every field like arts, commerce, science, management, law, medicine, veterinary medicine, fine arts, fashion and designing, film and television, information technology, among others. The Chief Minister said that IIM at Sunaria, Rohtak, National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology at Kurukshetra, North India’s first National Institute of Design at Umri in Kurukshetra and NIFT at Panchkula have been set up. Similarly, similar institutions have been established in other districts as well. Extension campuses of IIT Delhi are also being set up at Sonepat and Jhajjar.New education policy to be fully implemented in Haryana by 2025: Chief MinisterChief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal said that the state government is committed to provide such education to the future generation, which will make them employable, cultured and inculcate moral qualities in them. “To make this a reality, a new education policy has come up in the country, which will be fully implemented in Haryana by the year 2025,” he added.He said that when Haryana was formed in the year 1966, there was only one university, while now 56 universities have been opened in the state. There are 41 government, society and aided institutes along with 454 private polytechnic institutes established in Haryana to provide technical education to the students. Besides, there are four government engineering colleges, 89 private engineering colleges and four technical universities imparting technical education.25 percent seats reserved for girls in all technical institutions in HaryanaSh. Manohar Lal said that the daughters of the state are achieving great heights in every field with their talent; therefore, 25 percent seats have been reserved for girls in all technical institutions. “No tuition fee is charged from the girl students studying in government polytechnic institutions. Free passport assistance scheme has been started for the students in colleges and polytechnics. Learner driving licenses are also being made in the colleges and free training of four to six months is being provided to the students in partnership with the industries,” he added.Under vision of self-reliant India, education linked with skills from school to universityThe Chief Minister said that the facility of credit guarantee scheme has been provided for the students studying in higher educational institutions of the state. “The slogan of self-reliant India given by Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi can also be realized only through skill; that is why, we have linked education from school to university with skills,” he asserted.Skill University established in state for imparting skill trainingTaking another concrete step towards skill development, Shri Vishwakarma Skill University was established at Dudhola, Palwal district. “This University is one of its kind; which will provide skill education from certificate to doctorate level. Through this, training is being imparted as per the requirement of the industries,” said the Chief Minister.He said that we have received continuous cooperation from institutions like NIT, Kurukshetra in the development and dissemination of new technology. The Chief Minister congratulated the management for organising the convocation ceremony of this institute and wished a bright future to all the youth receiving degrees today and those studying in the institute.In the convocation ceremony, the Governor and the Chief Minister felicitated the gold medalist students of 2017 and 2016 batch with certificates and medals, respectively. On the occasion, MP Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, Minister of State for Sports and Youth Affairs S. Sandeep Singh, MLA Sh. Subhash Sudha, Chief Secretary, Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal, Director NIT Kurukshetra, Dr. B.V. Ramana Reddy and other dignitaries were present.

IEP Chandigarh, November 29

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal said that the entire life of the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu is inspirational and many incidents in her life fill the people with excitement, which makes it exemplary.

The Chief Minister was speaking at the President’s civic reception organised at Haryana Raj Bhavan today. Sh. Manohar Lal said that he will always be grateful to President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu on her visit to Haryana for the first time as President; during the inauguration of International Gita Mahotsav. He said that it is a matter of good luck for the people of the state that they have got the opportunity to learn a lot from the life of the President.

Sh. Manohar Lal said that the state government is working on Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay’s mantra – ‘Last is First’, which is benefiting the common people. He said that the work done by the state government for the scheduled castes is unprecedented. “This is an important time for the people of India and the state, which is entering the 75th year on the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, when the Haryana government has expanded the Ayushman Bharat scheme by adding 28 lakh families to it; after which the scheme has been named CHIRAYU,” he asserted.

He further said that the state government has started the Nirogi Haryana Scheme for the people with income less than Rs 1.80 lakh. Along with this, the data of all the people of the state is available with the government through Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) which is used from time to time to provide benefits of necessary schemes.

The Chief Minister said that with this data, the Haryana government is preparing schemes on the basis of need, in which old age pension is automatically made to the person after attaining the age of 60 years. “Not only this, ration cards of BPL families also reach their homes after being made. Today, there is an atmosphere of enthusiasm in the entire state and the Haryana government is fulfilling all the needs of the people on time”, added Sh. Manohar Lal.

On the occasion, Governor of Haryana, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya, Governor of Punjab, Sh. Banwari Lal Purohit, Haryana Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala, Speaker, Haryana Legislative Assembly, Sh. Gian Chand Gupta, along with several ministers, MPs, MLAs, administrative officers and dignitaries were present.

IEP Chandigarh, November 29

President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu has commended the State government led under the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal for rightly implementing Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao Abhiyan, Mhara Gaon-Jagmag Gaon and Mukhyamantri Antyodaya Parivar Utthan Yojana for economically weaker families in Haryana. While commending the state government’s initiatives towards inclusive development, Smt. Droupadi Murmu stated that Haryana has emerged as a leading state on many parameters in comparison with other states.

Smt. Droupadi Murmu was addressing at the civic reception organized in her honour by the state government at Haryana Raj Bhavan today. Haryana Governor, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya, Punjab Governor and Administrator of Union Territory Chandigarh, Sh. Banwarilal Purohit, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, Haryana Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala and Haryana Assembly Speaker, Sh. Gian Chand Gupta were also present on the occasion. .

The most laudable accomplishment by Haryana is the efforts made in rightly implementing the Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao initiative

The President stated that the efforts being made under the Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao campaign is the most commendable work of Haryana. She said that remarkable journey of progress to reach the sex ratio of 913 as compared to 871 in the year 2014 is highly appreciable. She added that the approach towards ensuring equal representation to women in Panchayats is a very effective means of women empowerment. She is delighted that the Deen Dayal Upadhyay Panchayat Empowerment Award presented by the Government of India is awarding the District Panchayat of Sonipat and the Gram Panchayat of Madanheri in the Karnal district. She said that the daughters of Haryana had brought laurels to the state and to India. On November 30, Seema Punia, Anshu, and Sarita, three daughters of Haryana, will be honoured during the National Sports Awards distribution function at Rashtrapati Bhavan, She added.

Haryana is the centre of India’s oldest civilization

Smt. Droupadi Murmu referred to Haryana as the “land of gods and heroes,” noting that it served as the centre of India’s oldest civilisation. Haryana was blessed by Saraswati, the most important river of the Vedic period. She appreciated the Haryana Government for setting up the Haryana Saraswati Heritage Development Board for creating awareness about Saraswati Heritage and for its conservation.

The brave soldiers of Haryana have made an extraordinary contribution in the security of the borders

She said that Haryana is one of the frontline states in agriculture as well as in the industrial sector. Haryana is the leading state in the production of automobiles and in terms of per capita income, Haryana is also included in the first 5 states and union territories. She said that on the basis of less than 1.4 percent of the country’s area and less than 2 percent of the population, Haryana has been contributing a lot in the overall development of the country. The brave soldiers of Haryana have made exceptional contributions to the security of the borders. General Deepak Kapoor, General Dalbir Singh Suhag, and General V.K. Singh, who have all made significant contributions to the army, hails from Haryana.

Speaking on the occasion, Haryana Governor, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya said that the progress of a society depends on the progress achieved by women in that society. He said that President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu has always brought the message of Shrimad Bhagwad Gita to life in a real sense. She is the epitome of rigorous devotion, sacrifice, penance, action and selfless service.

He said that for the first time in 75 years of independence, a woman representing the tribal society in the country holding the highest position is a matter of pride for the country. It is a matter of great joy for 50 percent of the country’s population, that is, women. She is now seen as a representative of the poor, Dalits, and tribal communities.

The Governor of Punjab and Administrator of the Union Territory of Chandigarh, Sh. Banwarilal Purohit said that today is an important day for Haryana, Punjab and Chandigarh as well as for the entire nation. He said that the entire life of President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu was a struggle and even after occupying the highest position of the President, she did not forget her roots. He said that he has complete faith that the Constitution of India and the nation will be completely safe in her hands.

MPs, Ministers, MLAs and senior officers of the State Government were present on the occasion

IEP Chandigarh

President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu today said in Kurukshetra that Haryana is a glorious example of enriched history and big development strides.

On the one hand, Kurukshetra, the birthplace of the holy Bhagavad Gita is spreading the light of knowledge across the globe, on the other hand, commendable developmental achievements of the Manohar Lal-led government are giving incomparable recognition to the state in the country.

The President, along with Haryana Governor, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya and Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal visited the state-level progressive Haryana exhibition at the International Gita Mahotsav (IGM)-2022 being held on the banks of Brahma Sarovar in Kurukshetra. 

In the progressive Haryana state-level exhibition prepared by the Information, Public Relations and Languages Department, the President saw the artwork of evidence of Gita teachings and  got a glimpse of the stories of valour and contribution of Haryana’s heroes in the freedom struggle displayed through photographs.

The President, while observing the exhibition on Haryana’s development plans in the last eight years including the glorious history of Haryana, appreciated the working style of Chief Minister Manohar Lal. 

While viewing the pictures of the pilgrim sites of 48 Kos and various religious aspects of the historic land of Kurukshetra in the exhibition, the President termed the efforts of the Haryana government for the development of pilgrimage tourism as “remarkable”. 

The President also visited the stall depicting development schemes being run by the State Government and are dedicated to the public. 

The Chief Minister apprised the President about the development-oriented frameworks displayed in the exhibition depicting the glorious history of the state as well as the developmental aspects of Haryana which has changed the picture of Haryana in the last eight years.

IEP Chandigarh, November 28

After transforming the biggest holy festival of Gita into an International event, Haryana under Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal is now moving towards a new direction to bring the state on the world map. 

This time the International Gita Mahotsav (IGM)-2022 will be more special for the devotees coming from across the country as the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu joins the grand festival of the Holy Gita today. 

The President will formally inaugurate the main programmes to be held during the ‘IGM-2022’ with Gita Pujan at Brahma Sarovar at 11:00 am. And thereafter she will inaugurate the three-day International Gita Seminar at Kurukshetra University.

The President will visit the State Exhibition, Haryana Pavilion, Crafts Garden, and the pavilions of the partner state Madhya Pradesh and  will also participate in the International Gita Seminar at Shrimad Bhagavad Gita Sadan, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. After this, she will virtually inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of three big projects of the state government, including an e-ticketing system in Haryana transport and the Nirogi Haryana Scheme and will also lay the foundation stone of a medical college in Sirsa district to be built at an estimated cost of Rs 950 crore.

The Prescient would also be the chief Guest at the 18th convocation of the National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra where she will confer degrees to the graduating students.

Notably, on Chief Minister’s humble request, President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu is visiting Haryana to give a development bonanza to the people of the State, while earlier Vice-President, Sh. Jagdeep Dhankhar also visited the State. 

Haryana Governor, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, Education Minister, Sh. Kanwar Pal, MP, Sh. Nayab Saini, MLA, Sh. Subhash Sudha, Chief Secretary, Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal, Member Secretary, Kurukshetra Development Board, Sh. Vijay Singh Dahiya and Vice-Chancellor, Kurukshetra University, Registrar and Director of NIT will be especially present during the President’s visit.

IEP Chandigarh, November 28

The President Smt. Draupadi Murmu will interact with Olympians and other sportspersons of the State on Nov 30 and will interact with various stakeholders and Asha workers involved in making Prime Minister, Sh.  Narendra Modi’s Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao campaign a success in the state. 

According to an official spokesperson President Droupadi Murmu, who will be visiting Haryana for the first time is likely to interact with the people associated with the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao campaign, which was launched by Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi on January 21, 2015, from the historic land of Panipat. 

Besides this, the President will also interact with women wrestlers and Olympians and other sportspersons and will also share her experiences with some schoolgirls.

IEP Chandigarh, November 27

 Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal paid obeisance at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine and prayed for the progress and prosperity of the country and the people of the state. Karnal MP Sh. Sanjay Bhatia was also present on the occasion.Sh. Manohar Lal said that he was fortunate to get the opportunity to visit Shri Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. “I have prayed that the path of development of the people of our country is paved, everyone’s work progress uninterrupted and there should be welfare of all human beings, ” he added. The Chief Minister said that he has an old association with Jammu as he had worked for the organisation here for three years.Haryana will sign MoU with Jammu and Kashmir government in IT sectorSh. Manohar Lal said that Haryana has not only facilitated the delivery of citizen-centric services by using information technology (IT), but has ensured that the services reach the eligible beneficiaries by bringing transparency in it. Not only this, the government work has also been expedited by using information technology.He said that Haryana has made its own identity in the country in terms of use of IT. “The Jammu and Kashmir government has also liked the new IT experiments of the Haryana government. The Haryana government will cooperate with the Jammu and Kashmir government to implement such experiments here. In this direction, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) will also be signed with the Jammu and Kashmir government in the IT sector,” he asserted.Sh. Manohar Lal said that before the abrogation of Article 370, there were issues of fighting terrorism and civil security in Jammu and Kashmir. “Today this state is marching ahead on the path of development after coming out of terrorism. Jammu and Kashmir is moving in the direction of IT and Ease of Living,” he added.CM listens to Prime Minister’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme in KatraTaking out time from the busy schedule, the Chief Minister listened to Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme at Katra itself. Regarding the message given by the Prime Minister during the ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme on the importance of education, Sh. Manohar Lal said that the Prime Minister has called upon the people of the country to illuminate the entire society on the basis of their knowledge. “I have full faith that this initiative of his will inspire every person to work for the golden future of the country,” he added.

IEP Chandigarh, November 27

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal at the 25th National Conference on e-governance organised in Jammu and Kashmir   today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in the IT sector with the government of Jammu & Kashmir   Lieutenant Governor of  Jammu and Kashmir , Sh. Manoj Sinha was also present on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering, Sh. Manohar Lal said that he is happy to witness a changing Jammu and Kashmir today. Recalling his deep connection with  Jammu and Kashmir , he said that he is no stranger to this region; as he had an old association with it and did many works related to the organisation here. “Today’s era is of information technology (IT) and with its use; we are trying to bring e-governance by changing the system,” he added.
 
Technology, best tool to provide government schemes to general public
 
Sh. Manohar Lal said that e-governance means efficiency governance in which the needy should get the benefits of the government schemes; this is the true meaning of a welfare state,” he said, adding that digitalisation in the administrative system has ensured that the benefits of welfare schemes reach the eligible beneficiaries.

He said that technology is the best tool to provide the schemes of the government to the general public. “The Haryana government has brought transparency in the system by using technology. We have promoted IT interventions to streamline the public service delivery system in the state and today, Haryana has carved a niche for itself in terms of digital initiatives,” said the Chief Minister.

Haryana government will fully cooperate with  Jammu and Kashmir government

Sh. Manohar Lal said that for balanced development, a state needs to adopt the best practices of other states. In this direction, the Haryana government will extend full cooperation to the Jammu and Kashmir government in meeting their requirements.
 
Brainstorming on challenges arising in changing era of technology

The Chief Minister said that the way technology is changing at a rapid pace in today’s era with new technologies coming; there is a need for brainstorming to tackle the challenges arising everyday

IEP Chandigarh, November 26

  Haryana State Election Commissioner, Sh. Dhanpat Singh said that the counting of votes of members of all 143 Panchayat Samitis and 22 Zilla Parishad in the state will be held on November 27, 2022, at 8 am. Adequate security arrangements have been made for this.        Sh. Dhanpat Singh said that for the security arrangements related to the monitoring of the counting of votes in Palwal district, Divisional Commissioner, Faridabad, Sh. Vikas Yadav has been directed to remain stationed in the Palwal district. Earlier, this responsibility was assigned to the Deputy Commissioner,  Nuh, Sh. Ajay Kumar. He informed that Deputy Commissioner, Nuh Sh. Ajay Kumar has the additional charge of Deputy Commissioner, Palwal. On November 27, 2022, the counting of votes will be held simultaneously in both Palwal and Nuh districts. Hence, Sh. Ajay Kumar should remain stationed at Nuh and for the purpose of monitoring the counting of votes in Palwal district, Divisional Commissioner, Faridabad, Sh. Vikas Yadav has been directed to remain stationed at Palwal for two days, 26 and 27 November, 2022.Dr M Ravi Kiran,IPS appointed Election Observer (Police) for District Mahendragarh        Sh. Dhanpat Singh informed that IPS officer, Additional Director General of Police, South Zone, Rewari Dr. M. Ravi Kiran has been appointed as Election Observer (Police) to supervise the counting of votes for Members of Panchayat Samitis and Zila Parishad in District Mahendragarh.  Earlier, IPS officer, Dr Rajshree Singh was appointed as Election Observer (Police), but keeping in view her family circumstances, now Dr. M. Ravi Kiran has been appointed.IPS officer Mamta appointed as Election Observer (Police) for district Jind        The Chief Election Commissioner informed that IPS officer, Smt. Mamta, Inspector General of Police, Rohtak and Hisar Zone has been appointed as Election Observer (Police) to supervise the counting of votes of Panchayat Samiti members and Zilla Parishad members in district Jind. Earlier, IPS officer Sh.  Rajender Kumar Meena was appointed as Election Observer (Police), but due to unavoidable reasons, now Smt. Mamta has been appointed in his place.        The Chief Election Commissioner said that both the Election Observer (Police) would visit a maximum number of counting centres in their respective district to take stock of the security arrangements made by the district administration for the smooth counting of votes. By establishing coordination with all other Returning Officers/Assistant Returning Officers of the district, they will ensure that there is no problem at any counting centre. They will leave the district only after the completion of counting of votes and declaration of result for all members of Panchayat Samitis and Zila Parishad in the district, added Sh. Dhanpat Singh.