IEP Chandigarh, November 24

Haryana Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal  said that on November 29, the President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu will give another health gift to the people of Haryana as she will launch Mukhyamantri Swasthya Survekshan Yojana in Kurukshetra under which a health survey of more than 1.60 crore Antyodaya persons of the state will be done. “The data of health services, being provided to 1.8 crore people, is available under the e-treatment scheme. Universal portal of e-Upchar will be developed to collect health data of all such people,” said the chief minister while presiding over the review meeting of CHIRAYU Haryana Yojana and Mukhyamantri Swasthya Sarvekshan Yojana implemented by the Health Department held here today. The Chief Minister said that the work of making the CHIRAYU Haryana Yojana cards should be done at a fast pace so that people can avail the scheme benefits as soon as possible.  On December 5, the distribution of 10 lakh golden cards to be given under this scheme should be ensured at the village and ward level, directed Sh. Manohar Lal. 28 lakh families to get scheme benefitsThe Chief Minister said that under CHIRAYU Yojana, about 28 lakh Antyodaya families of the state should be ensured the health benefits at the earliest. No laxity will be tolerated in this work. Under this scheme health benefits of Rs 5 lakh would be provided to each family. The government is committed to providing health benefits to these beneficiaries, he said. Set up Call centres at the village levelThe Chief Minister said that for the convenience of the general public, call centres should be set up at the village level so that any queries related to this scheme can be resolved easily. Registration for CHIRAYU Yojana and health cards are being made free of cost. No fee is being charged by the government for this, but complaints are being received regarding the charging of some fee for making these cards, therefore the officers concerned should take immediate cognizance of such complaints and take strict action against people doing so, said Sh. Manohar Lal.Health infrastructure will be further strengthened in Haryana The chief minister  said that health infrastructure will be further strengthened in government medical centres across the State. All necessary formalities are being completed for this. Along with appointing doctors, laboratories, and specialists in civil hospitals, work should be done expeditiously towards providing ICU facilities, directed the Chief Minister. CHIRAYU scheme should be evaluated smoothly The Chief Minister said that a Third Party Administrator should be involved in the evaluation of the CHIRAYU from time to time and share the actual report with the government.  The finalization of this Third Party Administrator should be done in the coming week.Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. D.S Dhesi, Additional Chief Secretary Health Department, Smt. G Anupama, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, Secretary, Finance Department, Sh.  Wazeer Singh Goyat, Managing Director, Haryana Medical Services Corporation, Sh. Rajnarayan Kaushik, Director, Medical Education and Research, Dr. Aditya Dahiya and many senior officers attended the meeting.

IEP Chandigarh, November 23

Haryana has continuously progressed in the power sector since its inception in 1966, with an increase in the electricity availability; from 343 Megawatts (MW) in that period to 13106.58 MW today. Thus, Haryana has become self-sufficient in terms of power availability in the state in the last 8 years under the able leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal.

The target when the power demand reached 12768 MW during the peak hours in the months of May-June was also met. Even when the power crisis deepened in northern India, the availability of electricity in Haryana remained as expected. This became possible due to the power reforms carried out by the power corporations and the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission (HERC).

Electricity reached every village in the year 1970

When Haryana was separated from Punjab in 1966 as a separate state, at that time Haryana had an acute shortage of resources. It was a big challenge before the then governments to provide basic facilities like roads, electricity, water to the public. But in 1970, electricity was brought to every village. Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal himself believes that all the previous governments have contributed to the development of the state; but the work done in the last 8 years is overshadowing the work done in the last 48 years. In the field of power reforms, Haryana has taken a giant leap in these 8 years. The state has not only become self-sufficient in the field of power availability; but for the first time all the four power corporations are in a position of dividend.

Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission also playing an important role

After the Haryana Power Reform Act came into force in 1998 with the objective of protecting the interests of electricity consumers, rationalizing electricity tariffs and promoting environment friendly policies, the HERC was constituted on August 16, 1998. In place of the Haryana State Electricity Board, two corporations – Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam (HVPN) and Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited (HPGCL) were formed.

In 1999, two separate corporations – Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (UHBVN) and Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (DHBVN), were formed from Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam; which will only do the work of electricity distribution. There are ten power circles under UHBVN including Ambala, Panchkula, Yamunanagar, Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Karnal, Panipat, Sonepat, Rohtak and Jhajjar, with 32 division and 128 sub-divisions. Similarly, DHBVN has 11 circles, 30 divisions and 129 sub-divisions including Hisar, Fatehabad, Jind, Narnaul, Rewari, Bhiwani, Gurugram-1, Gurugram-2, Faridabad, Palwal and Sirsa.

New 900 MW power plant to be set up in Yamunanagar, power connections in agriculture sector crosses 6.64 lakh

Haryana Power Generation Corporation produces a total of 2582.40 MW power, out of which 710 MW power is produced from Panipat Thermal Plant, 1200 MW from Rajiv Gandhi Thermal Plant Khedar, 600 MW from Deenbandhu Chhoturam Thermal Plant, Yamunanagar, 62.4 MW hydro from Western Yamuna Canal and 10 MW of solar power from the Panipat Power Project. In 1966, where there were 20,190 tubewells used for agriculture in Haryana, it has now increased to over 6.64 lakh in 2022.

In 1966, there were only 9749 industrial area electricity connections in the state, which has now increased to over 1.18 lakh in 2022. Meanwhile, the per capita consumption of electricity was 48 units in 1966, which has now increased to about 1805 units. Today, the number of electricity consumers has increased to about 73.82 lakh. Keeping in view the guidelines of the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the Chief Minister has given green signal to the proposal to set up another 900 MW power plant at Yamunanagar outside the NCR and soon its site selection and detailed project report (DPR) will be approved.

Mhara Gaon-Jagmag Gaon Yojana is illuminating Haryana

Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal believes that electricity is supplied on the demand of the consumers, the way a customer buys goods from a shop. Similarly, the consumers have to pay for electricity also. In 2016, the Chief Minister had appealed to the people to pay the electricity bills which garnered public cooperation and after that ‘Mhara Gaon-Jagmag Gaon Yojana’ was started; under which now 5,681 villages, that is 84 percent villages of the state are being given 24-hour power supply in comparison to only 538 villages in October, 2014. Also, in October 2014, the recovery of electricity bills from rural areas was less than 50 percent, which has now increased to more than 90 percent. In this way, today Haryana has not only become self-sufficient in power generation, but is also at the top position in the country in power-generated industries and other basic facilities.

IEP Chandigarh, November 23

Gone are the days when the deserving youth of Haryana and others used to wait for months and years to get employment opportunities through unfair means as the Manohar Lal-led government is ensuring employment opportunities in government departments, boards and corporations in a robust and transparent manner.

Earlier, the government brought transparency in the recruitment being done through the Haryana Staff Selection Commission and the Haryana Public Service Commission and gave jobs on the basis of merit ending the infamous Parchi Kharchi system.

Meanwhile, strictly adhering to the directions given by the Chief Minister the State Government is doing merit-based recruitments through Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam Limited (HKRNL).

The latest example of this was seen when the Chief Minister today gave digital offer appointments to 2075 PGT and TGT teachers within just 17 days of the registration of the said job role.

Notably, the last date for registration for the posts of teachers was November 6, 2022 and today in just 17 days the Chief Minister has issued the said letters to these teachers.

These appointments have been made in those schools where the shortage of teachers was found after rationalization. Taking quick cognizance of this, the state government has immediately appointed these teachers so that the students can get quality education.

However, Haryana Public Service Commission has also advertised the regular recruitment of teachers. The Commission has invited applications for 3863 posts of PGT. The recruitment process done by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission and the Haryana Public Service Commission takes time, but now recruitment is being done through the HKRNL for the departments where employees are needed.

The Chief Minister while giving a permanent solution to the exploitation complaints raised by the employees engaged under the Outsourcing Policy-1 by their service providers, decided to set up HKRNL. After this revolutionary decision, now all the contractual employees engaged under Outsourcing Policy-1 are being deployed through Nigam only.

The data of more than 90,000 employees engaged under Outsourcing Policy-I who have been already working in various Departments, Boards and Corporations have been ported into the HKRNL.

Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister and Chief Executive Officer, HKRNL, Sh. K. Makarand Pandurang and other officers also remained present on this occasion.

IEP Chandigarh, November 19 

Haryana Government has notified the scheme Haryana Good Governance Award Scheme, 2022 (Haryana Sushasan Puraskaar Yojana, 2022) to honour excellent officials and officers of the state government. The notification of the scheme has been issued. Giving information in this regard, Chief Secretary, Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal said that the objective of this scheme is to promote good governance and to reward those employees who are contributing through their individual innovations and extraordinary efforts in the government schemes.

The first winner at the state level will get a cash prize of Rs. 51,000

Sh. Kaushal informed that the Good Governance Awards will be given at two levels i.e at state and district level. In the state level award, the winning team of individual employees or employees will be given first prize of Rs. 51,000 in cash, second prize of Rs. 31,000 and third prize of Rs. 21,000. Similarly, in the district level award, the first prize will be given a cash reward of Rs. 31,000, the second prize Rs. 21,000 and the third prize Rs. 11,000. In these awards, along with cash prize, trophy, appreciation certificate signed by the Chief Minister (whose copy will be kept in the service book of the employee) will also be given.

Maximum 10 awards at the state level, 3 awards each will be given at the district level for all the three positions

The Chief Secretary informed that according to the plan, a maximum of 10 awards will be given at the state level. There will be 2 prizes for first place, 3 prizes for second place and 5 prizes for third position. Similarly, for all the three ranks at the district level, 3 awards will be given in each district.

Employees doing remarkable work in economic, infrastructure and social sector or state flagship programmes can apply

Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal informed that on the occasion of Good Governance Day, on December 25, 2022, employees can apply for the Good Governance Award to be given to excellent officers and employees.

He informed that interested officers, employees or team of employees, who have done remarkable and innovative work in economic, infrastructure and social sector or State Flagship Programs may send their applications to their Head of Department/ Organization. The application will be scrutinized by the Head of the Department and thereafter forwarded to the concerned Administrative Secretaries with his recommendations. Administrative Secretaries will submit/upload the applications on “HaryanaGoodGovernanceAwards.haryana.gov.in” portal by November 30, 2022.

He informed that username and password will be sent to each administrative secretary by e-mail. Nominations received by the due date will be selected, screened and evaluated by external expert institutions. The final decision will be taken by the Empowered Committee with the approval of the Chief Minister.

Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal informed that the State Government has started the Haryana Good Governance Award Scheme, 2022, the scheme is applicable to all the employees of Group A , B , C and D including contractual employees and persons working under outsourcing policy in any Department , Board , Corporation , Statutory Authority, Mission, Society , Institute, University, Public Sector Undertaking, etc. under the Haryana Government which is owned and controlled by Government of Haryana, who have done extraordinary and innovative work in the specified fields and excluding Administrative Secretaries, HOD’s and AIS Officers.

IEP Chandigarh, November 19 –

Haryana Chief Minister today participated in the function to mark the celebrations of the 528th Prakash Utsav of the great Saint Baba Sri Chand Ji Maharaj held at Mandi, at Pehowa in Kurukshetra district. 

At the function organised by Udasin Sri Brahma Akhara Sahib the Chief Minister announced the construction of a 20-bed hospital in Mandi Sahib after Baba Sri Chand Ji Maharaj. He said that Akhara Sahib will ensure the availability of land and the government will build a hospital and the responsibility of running this hospital will be handed over to Sri Brahma Akhara Sahib.  

The chief minister while assuring to fulfil the other demands placed by the Akhara also said that the feasibility check will be done  for laying a sewerage pipeline to improve the sewerage system in this area. He also announced the completion of interlocking work on both sides of the road to Gurdwara Sahib.

Addressing the devotees who came from across the state , the Chief Minister said that he was extremely fortunate to participate in the spiritual programme of Prakash Utsav of Baba Sri Chand Ji Maharaj. 

He said India is a land of Rishi-Munis, Sadhus-Saints, Mahatmas and Gurus.  All these great men delivered the message of truth, non-violence, love, unity, peace, harmony, kindness, compassion and charity to the entire human society.

He said that Baba Sri Chand Ji Maharaj, since his childhood, dedicated his entire life to serving society.

We will help in the welfare works being carried out by Udasin Shri Braham Akhara Sahib

The Chief Minister said that Udasin Shri Braham Akhara Sahib is doing a noble cause by organizing blood donation camps in schools, and hospitals, organising marriages of poor girls, sports competitions etc.  

“I wholeheartedly appreciate Akhara Sahib for making a significant contribution to the welfare of humanity”, said Sh. Manohar Lal. 

He said that whatever kind of cooperation is required from the state government in all these works, the government will provide the same. 

The Chief Minister said that on April 24, a state-level function was organized on the historic land of Panipat to mark the 400th Prakash Parav of ‘Hind Ki Chadar Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’.  Earlier,  to mark the celebrations of the 550th Prakash Parv of Sri Guru Nanak Dev Ji and 350th Prakash Parv of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, state-level programmes were also organized in the State,” shared the Chief Minister. 

Sh. Manohar Lal said that Baba Banda Singh Bahadur was a brave soldier and a great saint. The state government is making constant efforts to preserve the memories of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur alive.  

“To preserve the historical, religious and cultural heritage of his capital Lohgarh and to show it to the world, a Shaeedi Samarak and martial arts school is being built in Lohgarh in the name of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur.  Apart from this, an educational institute will also be opened here,” said the Chief Minister. 

Let us build a drug-free society

The Chief Minister urged the Udasin Shri Braham Akhara Sahib and the Sangat present there to work together in the direction of building a society which is free from social evil like drugs. 

“Today drug addiction is becoming a big problem and making the youth aware of this menace has become the need of the hour,” added Sh. Manohar Lal. 

         “The State Government always ensures stringent action against the drug peddlers by enacting strict laws, but the role of the society is equally important in bringing the youth on the right path. I urge you all to make the youth and their families aware of drug abuse.  A good society can only be built by working together”, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

Minister of State for Sports and Youth Affairs, S. Sandeep Singh, Baba Gurwinder Singh Maharaj, founder of Udasin Shri Braham Akhara Sahib, Political Advisor to Chief Minister, Sh. Bharat Bhushan Bharti and many saints and senior officers remained present on this occasion. 

IEP Chandigarh, November 19

 A seminar on ‘Cyber-Security, Drones and Haryana IT Scenario’ was organized by ‘Haryana IAS Officers’ Association’ here today. Speaking on the occasion, Haryana Chief Secretary, Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal said that the state government has made significant progress in the field of information technology, but the IAS officers need to upgrade their skills in this field from time to time. Appreciating the working style of the officers, he said that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi himself has described the IAS officers of the country as hardworking and said that these people are strong pillars of unity and integrity of the nation.

In the seminar, Sh. S.S. Sharma, Director of Operations, Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In), discussed in detail the importance of cyber-security in the present times. He said that some anti-social elements are doing cyber-attacks on the service and security of our country, about which everyone needs to be aware and cautious. He stated that today most of the cyber-attacks are happening on our defence data which is considered very important and sensitive for the security of the country, hackers are stealing our invaluable information and tampering with it. He also said that cyber-criminals have an eye on the health data of our country.

While discussing the topics of cyber-attacks on personal data and prevention from national and international level, Sh. Sharma said that cyber-security has become a challenge in every department of the country today. He said that 80 percent of the hackers are from the interior of the country only, who hack the data. He has suggested that at least 2-3 skilled employees should be recruited in each department for ensuring cyber-security. Citing various examples of cyber-attacks, he cautioned the officers to be vigilant about the security of the data.

While presenting the presentation on ‘IT Scenario in Haryana’, Haryana’s Additional Chief Secretary, Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Department, Sh. Anand Mohan Sharan said that the state government is implementing government services and schemes with the spirit of Antyodaya through the help of information technology. He said that efforts are being made to reach the last person standing in the queue. He discussed the vision of the Haryana government, the need for digital governance along with the IT initiatives taken to implement the schemes with the central government at the earliest, the flagship initiatives of the government, the efforts being made for good governance, the role of the IT department, the importance of the ICT structure. Apart from strengthening, detailed information was given about future plans.

Sh. TL Satyaprakash, CEO of ‘Drone Imaging and Information System of Haryana Limited’ discussed in detail about the works of survey, girdawari and images taken by the Haryana government through drone technology. He informed that through DRIISHYA (Drone Imaging Information Services of Haryana) the state government is using drones to take images of various areas. He informed that now the work is being done with speed and precision on various projects of the state by taking images through drones. He explained in detail about mapping of Khanak-mines, town and country planning, Faridabad, high power tension line of Daulatabad, Karnal during floods and the use of images taken related to heritage site Rakhigarhi and Saraswati River.

At the beginning of the seminar, Secretary of ‘Haryana IAS Officers Association’ and Additional Chief Secretary to the Chief Minister of Haryana and Director General of Information, Public Relations and Languages Department, Dr. Amit Agrawal welcomed the guests and said that this is the third session of the association after Covid-19. He said that through such events where the IAS officers get to meet each other and also exchange thoughts on various important topics.

On this occasion, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, besides various IAS officers of Haryana Cadre were present.

IEP Chandigarh, November 18

Haryana Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala said that wherever the crops were affected due to water-logging, those farmers will be paid Rs. 15,000 per acre as per the policy of the Haryana Government.He said this while addressing a meeting in Jhajjar today.The Deputy Chief Minister said that the Government has ensured fifty percent women representatives in the recently concluded panchayat elections. Due to the policies of the government, a large number of educated representatives have been elected, which will give a new impetus to rural development.Along with him, Minister of State for Labour and Employment (Independent Charge), Sh. Anoop Dhanak was also present.Referring to the Haryana Government’s Gram Darshan portal, the Deputy Chief Minister said that demand related to the development of the village can be sent on this portal, further action will be taken automatically. Similarly, all the panchayats should send their demands regarding opening of the digital library in the villages. With the opening of a digital library in the village, a positive environment will be created towards education and youth will be helped in competitive examinations. Meanwhile, the newly elected Panch-Sarpanchs from several villages of the district met the Deputy Chief Minister.In response to a question asked by media persons, Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala, said a report has been sought regarding purchase of paddy from DCs in all the districts. Reports of 9 districts have come and the numbers received from the transport provider agencies through Vahan portal are being scrutinised. Similarly, farmers will be paid as per the Land Acquisition Act for the land acquired for the Orbit Rail Corridor. On the question of development of roads in the area, the Deputy Chief Minister said that Rs. 25 crore has been sanctioned for each assembly constituency. After this, the Deputy Chief Minister also heard the grievances of the people and gave directions to the officers to resolve them.

IEP Chandigarh, November 18

Haryana State Election Commissioner, Sh. Dhanpat Singh said that the commission has received few complaints regarding forged/fake educational certificates of newly elected Panchs and Sarpanchs. This is in regards to the panchs and sarpanchs elected during the General Elections 2022 of Panchayati Raj Institutions conducted by the State Election Commission in 18 districts.The State Election Commission has directed all the District Deputy Commissioners and District Election Officers (Panchayat) to take necessary action in this regard.Sh. Dhanpat Singh said that the information about the complaints received by the Commission has been sent to the concerned Deputy Commissioners of all 18 districts except Faridabad, Fatehabad, Hisar and Palwal where elections are yet to be held and they have been directed to investigate them in the district.He further said that the investigation will be carried out by any working IAS / HCS officer. If any panch or sarpanch is found ineligible after investigation, then action should be taken against him under sub-section (3) of section 51 of the Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994. According to this provision Sarpanch or Panch can be suspended or removed. Before taking this action, the Deputy Commissioner will have to give an opportunity of hearing to such Panchs/Sarpanchs.In the letter issued by the Commission, Sh. Dhanpat Singh has directed the Deputy Commissioners to inform the State Election Commission about the action taken on such matters.Any person who has any complaint in this regard should directly send it to the Deputy Commissioner of his concerned district.

IEP Chandigarh, November 18

Determined about rooting out drugs in the state and personally taking command of it, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal presided over the third meeting of the State Level Committee of Narco Coordination Center (NCORD) today and directed the officials that not only the police but all the concerned departments would have to work together to eradicate the menace of drugs. Home and Health Minister Sh. Anil Vij was also present in the meeting.

Sh. Manohar Lal said that the drugs have not only become an interstate menace but also an international problem. “Many types of financial transactions are linked to drug cases. Beside strict police action on drug smugglers by putting them behind the bars, their properties will also have to be seized. In Haryana, the properties of smugglers have been demolished at many places recently,” he added.

Haryana government taking stern steps for de-addiction

The Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Sh. Amit Shah is working vigorously to make India drug free and the Haryana government is also taking stern steps in this regard. He said that drug smuggling also poses a threat to national security and for this all the departments will have to coordinate and run awareness campaigns as well as strict action have to be taken against the culprits.

Mapping of de-addiction centers should be done in the state

While giving directions, the Chief Minister said that from time to time, the government receives information about intoxicants made available at the de-addiction centers and thus to keep a close vigil on this; all the drug de-addiction centers in the state, whether government or those being run through non-governmental organizations, should be mapped and the data of the patients who came here for treatment should be analysed by conducting a survey by December 31.

Appeal to citizens – ‘Apprehend drug addicts, Get rid of drugs’

Sh. Manohar Lal said that the slogan of the Haryana government is “Tu Nischay toh kar, Nasha Pakadwao, Nasha Chhutwao” (Make up your mind, apprehend the drug addicts, get rid of the drugs) and for this, anti-drug helpline number – 9050891508 has also been issued. The Chief Minister directed that this number should be publicised at public places as well as on the Haryana Transport buses; so that the common people can be made aware and every citizen can join the campaign of the state government. He also appealed to the citizens to immediately share any information received about drug smuggling or use of drugs to the police; as it is very important to break the chain of demand and supply for the eradication of drugs.

The Chief Minister directed the officials to make the society especially the youth aware by running a special awareness campaign on the drugs menace and diseases caused by it and its adverse effects in the society. Not only this, the students in schools, colleges and universities should be administered an e-pledge against the drugs.

Along with police, health department will also have to be stern: Sh. Anil Vij

Home and Health Minister, Sh. Anil Vij said that along with the police, the health department will also have to be strict and at the time of post-mortem, if the cause of death is found to be drug overdose; it will have to be confirmed and for this, the opinion of a medico-legal consultant should also be taken.

He said that the problems being faced at the de-addiction, rehabilitation and counselling centers being run on the basis of pilot project in Sonipat; should be resolved and ensure that such problems do not arise in the six centers being set up at the divisional level. Also, suggestions should be taken from the representatives of the Medical Association.

Chief Secretary. Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal informed the Chief Minister that instructions have been issued to inspect de-addiction centers and duties have been imposed on all the sub-divisional officers (civil) to inspect de-addiction centers in their respective districts. They have also been directed to take stock of the facilities being provided along with its functioning and submit the action taken report to the headquarters.

Haryana ensured better implementation of schemes at grassroots level

During the meeting, Sh. Gyaneshwar Singh, Deputy Director General, NCB, Delhi appreciated the efforts being made by Haryana for drug prevention. He said that Haryana has ensured better implementation of schemes at the grassroots level by including most of the parameters in its action plan. He also recommended the Home Department to submit an action plan soon to enhance the forensic capacity of the state.

Mission teams being prepared from village-ward to state level, 45,000 citizens also part of the teams

Additional Director General of Police (ADGP), Haryana State Narcotics Control Bureau, Sh. Shrikant Jadhav informed that according to the state action plan, mission teams are being prepared from village-ward to the state level for drug prevention. The main objective of these teams is to trace drug addicts, enter their data in the mobile application, counselling such people and making various efforts for their rehabilitation and spreading awareness.

He informed that out of 7,590 village teams, 2,584 teams have been formed so far. Similarly, 635 teams have been formed at ward level, 190 teams at primary health centers and 44 teams at subdivision level. Apart from this, a separate team will be formed in each district for instructions and monitoring. A total of 10 people have been added to each team. Out of about 95,000 people, 45,000 are common citizens.

He further said that last year 84 deaths were registered due to overdose of drugs, out of which most of the deaths were of youth in the age group of 18 to 35 years. He informed that the ‘Sathi’ mobile app will be launched soon by the bureau.

Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. D.S. Dhesi, Additional Chief Secretary of Home Department, Sh. TVSN Prasad, Additional Chief Secretary of Finance Department, Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Director General of Police, Sh. P.K Aggarwal, Director General Prisons, Sh. Mohammad Akil, ADGP CID Sh. Alok Mittal, Director of Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Sh. R.S Dhillon and officials of other concerned departments were present.