Chandigarh:

The Speech and Hearing Unit, Department of Otolaryngology, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), successfully observed World Voice Day today with a series of impactful public awareness initiatives. Students, staff, and faculty united to highlight the importance of vocal health through engaging and informative activities. The events commenced at 6:00 AM from the Rock Garden.

    The day began with a vibrant walkathon and cyclothon, drawing approximately 50 participants. The route, spanning from the iconic Rock Garden to the serene Sukhna Lake, symbolized the journey towards vocal wellness. Participants carried placards and banners bearing powerful slogans on vocal health, amplifying the awareness message. A key highlight of the event was a captivating skit performed by the students. The performance effectively illustrated the diverse causes, characteristics, and management strategies for various voice disorders, ranging from common issues like vocal nodules and puberphonia to more serious conditions like laryngeal cancers. The skit provided valuable insights in an accessible and engaging manner, captivating the audience.

 To further extend the reach of the message, public education pamphlets were distributed to visitors at Sukhna Lake. Speech pathologists were present to provide detailed explanations and answer questions, ensuring the public gained a comprehensive understanding of voice health. 

 “World Voice Day is a crucial opportunity to educate the community about the significance of vocal hygiene and the impact of voice disorders,” said Dr. Jaimanti, Professor and Head, Department of ENT. “We are proud of our students and faculty for their dedication in creating such an impactful event.” Dr. Banumathy, Additional Professor, and Dr. Anurag, Professor, coordinators of the voice clinic, emphasized, “The department remains committed to promoting voice health awareness and providing comprehensive care to individuals with voice disorders.Dr Banumathy stated that there is a public awareness video that is being rolled out today in all the PVRs in Chandigarh and Mohali, in recognition of World Voice Day.. 

Chandigarh, April 13 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji instilled the spirit of living with courage and sacrifice in people by establishing the Khalsa Panth on April 13, 1699. He gave a new direction to the society by combining bravery and heroic spirit with spiritual thinking.

The Chief Minister was speaking at Gurdwara Sadh Sangat, South City-I, Gurugram on the occasion of Vaisakhi today. On this occasion, the Chief Minister paid obeisance at the gurdwara and congratulated everyone on this auspicious day.

He said Vaisakhi is a very beautiful and colourful festival, which is celebrated with great enthusiasm in the whole of North India. The festival of Vaisakhi is known by different names in different states. It holds great importance for farmers as it symbolises the joy of ripening of Kharif crop.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji established Khalsa Panth in 1699 on the day of Vaisakhi to fight injustice and oppression. At that time, the country was ruled by the Mughals. They were inflicting severe atrocities on the people and they were being forced to convert. The society was divided on the basis of caste and religion. At that time, Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji performed such a miracle which no ordinary man could do. He inspired people to make every kind of sacrifice to protect their religion and honour.

He said while laying the foundation of Khalsa Panth, Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji had included ‘Panj Pyaras’ from five different castes and five different regions of the country. Then he ended the discrimination by giving Amrit to all of them from the same vessel. He never accepted the discrimination between humans on the basis of language, caste and religion.

Generations sacrificed to protect humanity

Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji himself, his father Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji, mother Gujri and his four sons were martyred while protecting humanity. In this way, the example of sacrifices of three generations of the same family is rarely found in the history of the world, the Chief Minister added.

Tribute to Jallianwala Bagh martyrs

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said many events of our history are also associated with the festival of Vaisakhi. On April 13 1919, peaceful citizens were ruthlessly shot dead by General Dyer in Jallianwala Bagh, Amritsar. The massacre made the freedom fighters more committed to take revenge from the British Government, due to which the country got independence on August 15, 1947. The Chief Minister said today, the entire nation is paying its tributes to the great martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh. On this occasion, on behalf of the people of Haryana and the Haryana Government, I pay my tributes to the martyrs of Jallianwala Bagh, he added. 

Sikh museum to come up in Kurukshetra

The Chief Minister said state-level events were organized to commemorate the 550th Prakash Parv of Shri Guru Nanak Dev Ji in 2019 and the 350th Prakash Parv of Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 2017. The 400th Prakash Parv of Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji was celebrated in 2022 wherein a state-level function was organized on the historical land of Panipat. The Chief Minister said a Sikh museum will be established in Kurukshetra on an area of 4 acres so that the Sikh community can remain connected with its history and the next generations can be informed about the great sacrifices of our gurus.

He said the Government of India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, constructed the Kartarpur Corridor so that the Sikh community can visit the Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara in Pakistan where Guru Nanak Dev ji spent a large part of his life. He said the Haryana Government also transferred land of an educational institute located adjacent to Gurdwara Chilla Sahib in Sirsa to the gurdwara management committee, fulfilling its long-standing demand. Guru Nanak Dev ji had meditated there for 40 days and stayed in Sirsa. He said a world-class Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Memorial will be built at Lohgarh in Yamunanagar district which will reflect the heroic saga of his bravery and sacrifice.

Gurdwara management doing noble service

He said the Gurugram gurdwara started in 2000 on a small piece of land but with the blessings of Gurus, it has become big today and it will become even more grand in the future. He said whatever demands have been put forward by the gurdwara management before him, these will be fulfilled soon, including the demand for additional land. The Chief Minister also announced Rs 21 lakh grant for the gurdwara. He said noble service was being done by the gurdwara at the wellness centre being run by it as a large number of poor patients visit its OPD daily and get treatment.

India developing under PM Modi’s leadership

The Chief Minister said under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, India is being continuously developed and that’s why visiting gurdwaras like Hemkunt Sahib has become a lot easier today. He said the Prime Minister will be coming to Haryana on April 14 to inaugurate Maharaja Agrasen Airport in Hisar and lay the foundation stone of the third unit of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant in Yamunanagar.

Earlier, the Chief Minister also visited Anandpur Sahib in Punjab and paid obeisance at the gurdwara there on the occasion of Vaisakhi.

Chandigarh, April 13 – Haryana Cooperation, Jails, Heritage, and Tourism Minister, Dr. Arvind Sharma said that Prime Minister, Sh.Narendra Modi will be visiting Haryana on the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar. He said that with projects worth crores of rupees, Haryana is now moving forward rapidly on the path of development.

Dr. Arvind Sharma paid floral tributes to Babasaheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar during a programme held in Gohana, Sonipat district. 

He said that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has always had great affection and love for Haryana. This year, his visit on Babasaheb’s birth anniversary will take place in Hisar and Yamunanagar.

Dr. Sharma further said that just like the Central Government, Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini is also following Babasaheb’s ideology. The state government is committed to bringing every eligible and needy person into the mainstream and making them economically stronger.

Chandigarh, April 13 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said from the academic session 2025-26, all students of SC and OBC categories studying medical and engineering courses in any government college of the country will be given full scholarship and a portal will be created for this.

The Chief Minister was speaking as the chief guest at a programme organized by All India Saini Seva Samaj on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule in Gurugram today.

On this occasion, Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Sh. Keshav Prasad Maurya, Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Sh. Samrat Choudhary, former Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra Sh. Chhagan Bhujbal, MP Sh. Upendra Kushwaha and Smt. Kalpana Saini were also present.

While congratulating and wishing the people on Vaisakhi, the Chief Minister said today is also the birth anniversary of the great social reformer, thinker, writer and philosopher Mahatma Jyotiba Phule. He also paid tribute to the citizens who were martyred when the British army opened fire on the orders of General Dyer at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar.

Mahatma Jyotiba Phule dedicated his life to social reforms

Paying tribute to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, the Chief Minister said Mahatma Jyotiba Phule ji worked to awaken the country and society at a time when India was in the shackles of slavery. He devoted his entire life to stop child marriage, supporting widow remarriage, giving women the right to education, eliminating untouchability and empowering the society. He raised his voice for the education of girls, widow remarriage and Dalit upliftment, that too in times when it was difficult to even think about these things. He used to say that “Only education can uplift a person and a society.”

The Chief Minister said Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, along with his wife Savitribai Phule, opened India’s first girls’ school in Pune. His wife was also a great social reformer and India’s first female teacher. She dedicated her life for women’s education, empowerment and their rights. The Chief Minister also praised the All India Saini Seva Samaj for organizing the National Awakening Maha Sammelan on Mahatma Phule’s birth anniversary.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said Mahatma Phule’s ideals give us a direction in accordance of which Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has given the mantra of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas’.

He said the history of Saini society is ancient and glorious. It has always considered labour, sacrifice and service as its religion. The contribution of this society in agriculture, horticulture and public service has been incomparable. Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, the pioneer of social revolution and Savitri Bai Phule, the first female teacher of India, are gems of Saini society.

Welfare and upliftment of the poor our resolve

The Chief Minister said the welfare and upliftment of the poor was, is and will remain our resolve. Therefore, our basis of development is the empowerment of the poor. The focus on last mile delivery has changed the lives of these classes. This resolve to serve the deprived is true social justice.

He said the state government has increased the income limit of creamy layer for Backward Classes from Rs 6 lakh to Rs 8 lakh annually and has given reservation to Backward Class-B in Panchayati Raj institutions and urban local bodies.

He said it is very difficult for the poor to bear the expenses of children’s education. Therefore, loans up to Rs 15 lakh for studies in the country and up to Rs 20 lakh for studies abroad are given to children of Backward Class families with annual income up to Rs 3 lakh at 4 percent annual interest.

He described the state government as farmer friendly and said Haryana is the first state in the country where it has decided to buy 100 percent of the crops of farmers at MSP. Under the ‘Har-Ghar Grihini Yojana’ of the state government, gas cylinders are being given to 17 lakh poor families every month for only Rs 500.

The Chief Minister appealed to the people to educate their children and said that this would be a true tribute to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule.

On this occasion, many dignitaries, including MLA Sh. Mukesh Sharma, Smt. Bimla Chaudhary, Smt. Usha Maurya, President of All India Saini Seva Samaj Sh. Dilbag Singh Saini were present.

Chandigarh, April 13 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, while addressing the 12th Annual Conference of All India Surgeons’ Association in Gurugram today, said innovation in medical field and use of modern techniques will be helpful in providing health facilities to all sections. He said this conference is not only a platform to promote innovation in the field of surgery but will also prove to be a guide in making Haryana’s healthcare system more robust.

Addressing doctors, the Chief Minister said doctors are often called “God on Earth” and this title is completely correct considering their tireless efforts and dedication. Be it an epidemic, an emergency or everyday diseases – doctors stand firm in every situation, working day and night to save lives. He said doctors not only treat the body, but many times also give emotional support to the patients with their words and behaviour. It is their experience, empathy and humanity that makes them special. In today’s time when challenges are increasing in every field, doctors are engaged in serving the people while remaining steadfast on their ethical values.

The Chief Minister said the Indian medical tradition is the gift of personalities like Dhanvantri, Charak and Sushrut and today’s modern surgeons are carrying forward the same tradition. He said at present, medical science is progressing rapidly and technologies like robotic surgery, laparoscopic technology, 3-D printing and artificial intelligence have brought a revolution in the field of surgery.

He said the Haryana Government is constantly striving to adopt these state-of-the-art technologies. He said, “Our aim is that every citizen living not only in urban areas but also in rural areas can get the benefit of these medical facilities.” He also reiterated his commitment to reduce the cost of surgery and make the facilities available to every section.

He said Haryana has joined the leading states of the country in the field of health indicators. Maternal and infant mortality rates have declined, and work is being done rapidly to establish medical colleges in every district. Special schemes like Ayushman Bharat and Charak Yojana have benefited lakhs of citizens.

The Chief Minister described all the surgeons, experts and students participating in the conference as ‘invaluable treasures of the country and Haryana’ and appreciated their contribution and also congratulated the organizing committee for this successful event. The Chief Minister urged everyone to come together and build such a Haryana where every person gets the best health services, lives a life free from fear of disease and every citizen remains healthy and happy.

During the programme, Gurugram MLA Sh. Mukesh Sharma said doctors are the true heroes of society. Your hard work, your dedication and your service spirit are really worthy of praise.

Pataudi MLA Bimla Chaudhary also attended the annual conference and appreciated the efforts of the medical community.

History created during the conference

It is worth noting that hundreds of renowned surgeons, experts and medical students from all over the country participated in this two-day medical conference. The highlight of the conference was the 48-hour record-breaking live surgery series, which set a new record in the medical field.

During the conference, experts shared views on minimal invasive surgery, robotic surgery, organ transplant and AI-based surgical procedures. This was also a golden opportunity for emerging surgeons and medical students to get acquainted with modern medical practices.

Chandigarh, April 13 – Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi will inaugurate air travel services from Maharaja Agrasen Airport on April 14, 2025. This visit by the Prime Minister reflects his commitment to the development of Haryana. Preparations for this much-awaited event are in the final stage. The administration has completed all arrangements for the programme.

Haryana Chief Secretary, Sh. Anurag Rastogi, SPG, IG, Sh. Love Kumar, Director General,  Information, Public Relations, Languages and culture Department, Sh.K.M. Pandurang, and other senior officers inspected the venue and finalised the preparations. During the event, the foundation stone of terminal-2 will be laid and the first flight from Hisar to Ayodhya will be flagged off, he added.

Chief Secretary, Sh. Anurag Rastogi along with DG, Sh. K.M. Pandurang, also reviewed all key aspects including the airport premises, security arrangements, traffic control, facilities for invited guests, media gallery, and issued necessary directions to the concerned nodal officers. A pandal has been set up for the attendees, and proper arrangements have been made for transportation and food.

The Chief Secretary further said that this airport will be a major gift not just for Hisar, but also for nearby districts. The start of air travel services will boost local trade, tourism, and attract more investments.  

Nodal Officer, PM’s Programme Commissioner and Secretary, Sh. Mohammed Shayin, Commissioner, Hisar Division, Sh. A Sreenivas, Director General, Civil Aviation Department, Dr. Narhari Banger, Deputy Commissioner, Hisar, Sh. Anish Kumar, SP, Sh. Shashank Kumar Sawan, Additional Director, Sh. Vivek Kalia and other senior officers also remained present.

Chandigarh, April 13 – Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi will inaugurate air services from Maharaja Agrasen Airport in Hisar on April 14. Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini visited the site today to review the arrangements and issued necessary directives to officials.

The Chief Minister said that all arrangements for the Prime Minister’s programme must be completed efficiently and on time, ensuring there are no shortcomings.

Sh Nayab Singh Saini stated that during the event, the foundation stone of terminal-2 will be laid. In addition, the first flight from Hisar to Ayodhya will also be flagged off. On this occasion, the Prime Minister will also address the public.

The Chief Minister said that this airport is a significant gift not only for Hisar people but also for neighboring districts. The launch of air services will greatly enhance regional trade, tourism and investment opportunities. He further said that the Prime Minister’s visit underscores his unwavering commitment to the development of Haryana.

Also present on the occasion were PWD Minister Sh Ranbir Gangwa, Hansi MLA Sh Vinod Bhayana, and Nalwa MLA Sh Randhir Panihar.

Chandigarh, April 12 – Cyclothon 2.0, carrying Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini’s message of a Drug-Free Haryana, continues its journey across the state. On Saturday, the Cyclothon 2.0 passed through major roads of Gurugram. Industry and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh flagged off the Cyclothon from Ghamroj Toll Plaza, for Jhajjar district. The drug-free Haryana campaign received huge public support in Gurugram. Minister Rao Narbir Singh also rode a bicycle himself to motivate the youth to participate in building a drug-free Haryana. 

While addressing the people of the district, Minister Rao Narbir Singh said that this campaign has created a wave against drug abuse in the state, with Gurugram playing an important role in it. To help India become a global leader, the youth must stand against drug abuse. During the programme, he also administered a pledge to all youth and attendees to stand united against drug addiction and to actively contribute to building a drug-free Haryana.

Chandigarh, April 12- Haryana Governor Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya has extended his heartfelt greetings to the people of the state, Punjab and the global Punjabi diaspora on the auspicious occasion of Baisakhi.

In his message, Sh. Dattatraya said, “Baishakhi marks the beginning of the harvest season and holds special significance as a festival of gratitude, joy, and community spirit. It also commemorates the formation of the Khalsa Panth by Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, a momentous event in Sikh history that continues to inspire courage, equality, and service.”

The Governor further said that festivals like Baishakhi reflect the vibrant cultural heritage and unity of our people. He expressed confidence that the festival would strengthen the bonds of harmony, peace, and brotherhood among all communities.

Sh. Dattatraya also conveyed his best wishes to farmers, saying that Baishakhi is a celebration of their hard work and dedication. Wishing prosperity, happiness, and good health to all, Governor Sh. Dattatraya urged everyone to uphold the values of compassion, inclusiveness, and mutual respect, which are at the heart of India’s composite culture.

Chandigarh, April 12- Union Minister for Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, Sh. Manohar Lal participated as chief guest in an award ceremony at Geeta University, Naultha in Panipat district on Saturday. Haryana Development and Panchayats Minister, Sh. Krishan Lal Panwar also attended the event as guest of honour.

While addressing students who excelled in various disciplines, Sh. Manohar Lal said that education not only gives knowledge and values but also plays an important role in helping people improve their lives and get employment. He said a truly educated person must carry good values that help society move forward. He further congratulated parents for their children’s achievement and motivated students to work with determination and set goals to achieve their target. 

Development and Panchayats Minister, Sh. Krishan Lal Panwar said the state government is committed to the development of Haryana. Wherever there is potential for progress, the government is working with dedication to take the state forward. By 2047, India will be recognized as a developed country. Under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, the country is achieving new milestones in development, he added.

He further said that the state government is working to improve basic facilities in rural areas. All village phirnis will be paved, proper street lighting will be installed, and e-libraries are being set up in villages. Vyayamshalas will also be built in village Chhatarpur. Cremation grounds will be constructed outside every village, and roads leading to them will be paved. Electricity and water facilities will also be ensured there. Besides this, the government is working on beautifying all ponds in Haryana.