Chandigarh, January 9 – Improving the transport system is our priority and concrete steps are being taken in this direction. This was stated by Haryana Transport, Energy and Labour Minister Sh. Anil Vij while talking to the media at his office in Chandigarh today after his Delhi visit. He shared his views on various topics related to transport reforms and road safety.

Sh. Anil Vij said representatives from various states participated in the meeting held in Delhi under the chairmanship of Union Road, Transport and Highways Minister Sh. Nitin Gadkari. In this meeting, issues of road accidents and transport reform were discussed in detail. He said the main reason behind 80 per cent of road accidents is human error, in which excessive fatigue of drivers is a big problem. He suggested that rest houses should be built on the roadsides, where drivers can rest and get food as well. Work is also being done to provide quality food in public transport in collaboration with Haryana Tourism. The minister said a study is being done to improve catering services on the line of Railways.

Regarding the meeting with All India Road Transporters, he said they have been instructed to stop overloading of vehicles.

On the construction of new roads and highways, Sh. Anil Vij said a wide network of roads has been prepared in Haryana during the tenure of the present government. The new roads have improved the connectivity of the state, which has accelerated economic development.

Praising Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, he said India is progressing rapidly under his leadership. Sh. Narendra Modi has changed the direction of politics and started the politics of work. His resolve to make India a developed nation by 2047 is getting full support from the public.

Reacting to the upcoming elections in Delhi, he said the party has hoisted the victory flag in Haryana and the BJP will be victorious everywhere in the country. He said after Haryana, Maharashtra elections were held and the BJP won there as well, and now, the BJP will win in Delhi too.

He targeted the Aam Aadmi Party saying it was party based on lies and deceit. All the leaders of this party emerged from Anna Hazare’s movement but now, they are involved in corrupt practices. There was no agenda of forming a political party in that movement. The public knows everything and the party has no future in the Delhi elections, the minister added.

Chandigarh January 9, – In a move to celebrate the achievements of Haryanvi expatriates, the Haryana Government is set to launch a new initiative called ‘Haryanvi Mahotsav’. This announcement was made by Heritage and Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma during the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Conference, inaugurated by Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi at Bhubaneswar, Odisha today.  The ‘Haryanvi Mahotsav’ aims to celebrate and harness the potential of Haryanvi expatriates, contributing to the state’s vibrant economic and cultural landscape, Dr. Arvind Sharma added.

Dr. Sharma, representing Haryana at the conference, held a dialogue session with over 50 countries’ expatriates. He discussed opportunities in education, sports, business, youth, and women’s entrepreneurship, inviting the diaspora to engage with Haryana’s development. “The ‘Haryanvi Sabha’ at this conference is a platform to gather ideas and suggestions from the global Haryanvi community. Outstanding Haryanvis will be honored, fostering a sense of pride and belonging,” stated Dr. Sharma. He conveyed Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini’s invitation for non-resident Haryanvis to contribute to Haryana’s cultural and economic growth.
Highlighting Haryana’s strides under PM Sh. Modi’s guidance and CM Sh. Saini’s leadership, Dr. Sharma said that the state has become a preferred destination for investors and entrepreneurs. “Haryana is a top performer in ‘Ease of Doing Business’, attracting Fortune 500 companies and excelling in agriculture, automotive, IT, and pharmaceuticals,” he added. Dr. Sharma proudly mentioned that two-thirds of India’s passenger cars, 50% of tractors, and 60% of two-wheelers are manufactured in Haryana, establishing it as the country’s automotive capital.

The Minister emphasized the state’s impressive infrastructure and security, creating an ideal environment for expatriates. “With revolutionary changes in road networks, Haryana has become a land of development and opportunity for non-resident Indians,” he said.

Dr. Sharma pointed out Gurugram’s emergence as a major IT hub, housing over 450 companies and employing around 250,000 people, making Haryana the third-largest software exporter in India. He also highlighted the pharmaceutical sector’s growth and the state’s leadership in innovation, with over 6,000 registered startups and 19 unicorns.

Dr. Sharma acknowledged the invaluable contributions of Haryanvi expatriates as ambassadors of the state’s culture, talent, and innovation. “The Foreign Cooperation Department is strengthening ties with Haryanvis worldwide, ensuring their connection to their roots,” he said.

Chandigarh, January 9 – Education Minister Sh. Mahipal Dhanda said Haryana will become a role model across the country in implementing the new National Education Policy. On the occasion of Swami Vivekananda Jayanti on January 12, programmes will be organized at various places, including Kurukshetra University and Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak.
The Education Minister was addressing the Pratibha Samman ceremony organized by Jat Samaj at Jat Dharamshala, Rewari today as the chief guest.
He said Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047 has to be realized. The National Education Policy will prove to be a link for this, he added.
He said a portal has been created for online suggestions. Suggestions can also be given by students on this portal. During the ceremony, the Education Minister announced to give Rs 21 lakh rupees to the Jat Dharamshala Committee and to build a library in the Jat Dharamshala.
*Future of society rests on shoulders of children: Education Minister*
Sh. Mahipal Dhanda said the future of our society, state and nation rests on the strong shoulders of children. Children should hone their talent and become good citizens of the country and bring glory to their society, state and country. He said the purpose of organizing this Pratibha Samman ceremony is to encourage children to move forward. The Education Minister said there can be no alternative to continuous effort and hard work to achieve success.
Rewari MLA Laxman Singh Yadav, head of Jat Sansthan, members and dignitaries of the society were present on the occasion.

Chandigarh, January 9- The issue of alleged corruption and financial embezzlement under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) scheme in Kakheri and Kakrala Anayat Gram Panchayats of Siwan Block in Kaithal district was raised in the meeting of District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee.

In this regard, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) was asked to investigate the matter and submit a report. Giving information, a government spokesperson said according to the CEO’s report, investigation is already going on in the matter related to Gram Panchayat Kakheri in Block Siwan and three METs have been terminated for violating the rules in uploading the actual attendance of the workers in the National Mobile Monitoring System (NMMS) app from the registered mobile at the geo-tagged location of the workplace with clear faces. Explanation of the concerned ABPO and Junior Engineer related to MGNREGA has been called. He said since this work was in convergence with the Irrigation Department, a letter has been written to the Irrigation Department asking it to take action against the concerned Junior Engineer and Sub-Divisional Officer for not monitoring the works as per rules and for negligence. He said the investigation related to Gram Panchayat Kakrala Anayat is under consideration with the Block Development and Panchayat Officer, Siwan.

He said since the total expenditure under MGNREGA in Kaithal district in 2024-25 has been only Rs 18.82 crore so far, and the news of the scam of Rs 18 crore in Gram Panchayat Kakheri and Kakarala Anayat of Block Siwan of Kaithal is without facts and completely baseless.

He said after investigation of the above complaints, strict action will be taken against any officer or employee found involved and recovery will be done as per rules. Legal action will also be taken if needed.

Chandigarh, January 9 – In order to ensure smooth functioning of departments/boards/corporations etc., the Haryana Government has ordered that in the absence of Administrative Secretary, Head of Department/Managing Director, Additional Secretary/Special Secretary/Secretary, Divisional Commissioner, Commissioner-Municipal Corporation, District Administration and District Municipal Commissioner being on leave/training/tour/election duty or away for more than 2 days due to any other reason or in the event of vacancy due to retirement or transfer of the officer, the work of the department will be looked after by the respective Link Officers. 

A letter issued in this regard by Chief Secretary Dr. Vivek Joshi states that the link officers for various Administrative Secretaries and head of departments and boards/corporations of Haryana and Additional/Special Secretary/Secretary, Secretariat Establishment, Human Resources Department, Personnel Department, Home-I and Home-II, General Administration Department and Vigilance Department have been appointed.

The link officers for the purpose of looking after the work during the leave/training/tour or election duty of Divisional Commissioner have been appointed. For Ambala division, Karnal and Rohtak will be link officer-I and link officer-II, respectively. For Karnal division, Rohtak and Ambala will be link officer-I and link officer-II, respectively. For Rohtak division, Karnal and Hisar will be link officer-I and link officer-II, respectively while for the Hisar division, Rohtak and Ambala will be link officer-I and link officer-II, respectively. For Gurugram division, Faridabad and Rohtak will be link officer-I and link officer-II, respectively, and for Faridabad division, Gurugram and Karnal will be link officer-I and link officer-II, respectively.

The link officers for the purpose of looking after the work during the leave/training/tour or election duty of Commissioner of Municipal Corporations have also been appointed. For Municipal Corporations-Gurugram and Manesar, the link officer will be Faridabad. For Faridabad, the link officer will be Manesar. Similarly, For Rohtak, the link officer will be Hisar and vice-versa. For Sonipat, the link officer will be Panipat and vic-versa. For Karnal, the link officer will be Ambala and vice-versa, and for Yamunangar-Jagadhri, the link officer will be Panchkula and vice-versa.

The link officers for the purpose of looking after the work during the leave/training/tour or election duty of District Administration have been appointed as well. For Deputy Commissioner, the link officer-I will be Additional Deputy Commissioner. For Additional Deputy Commissioner, the link officer-I will be CEO, Zila Parishad & CEO, DRDA. For CEO, Zila Parishad & CEO, DRDA, the link officer-I will be Additional Deputy Commissioner. For City Magistrate, the link officer-I will be SDM (HQ) while for SDM (HQ), the link officer-I will be City Magistrate and link officer-II will be EO, HSVP (only if IAS/HCS officer is posted as such). For EO, HSVP, the link officer-I will be SDM (HQ).

The link officers for the purpose of looking after the work during the transfer/retirement and during the leave/training/tour or election duty of District Municipal Commissioner have been also appointed. For Gurugram, the link officer will be Jhajjar and vice-versa. For Rohtak, the link officer will be Bhiwani & Charkhi Dadri and vice-versa. For Hisar, the link officer will be Jind and vice-versa. For Sonipat, the link officer will be Panipat and vice-versa. For Karnal, the link officer will be Kaithal and vice-versa. For Ambala, the link officer will be Kurukshetra and vice-versa. For Yamunanagar, the link officer will be Panchkula and vice-versa. For Sirsa, the link officer will be Fatehabad and vice-versa while for Rewari, the link officer will be Mahendragarh and vice-versa. For Palwal, the the link officer will be Nuh and vice-versa. The detailed list of link officers can be accessed at csharyana.gov.in.

Further, the concerned Divisional Commissioner may also assign the additional charge of the IAS/HCS officers, except Deputy Commissioner and Additional Deputy Commissioner, to any other IAS/HCS officer of the respective district up to 15 days and if the period of absence exceeds 15 days, then the proposal to post or give additional charge to any other IAS/HCS officer will be sent to this department.

The letter further states that every officer will inform his link officer before proceeding on

Chandigarh, January 9 – Speaker of Haryana Vidhan Sabha Sh. Harvinder Kalyan has said that expanding one’s capabilities and knowledge is a continuous process in life and training helps to improve our skills and develops knowledge.

The Vidhan Sabha Speaker stated this today at the closing ceremony of the two-day capacity building programme organized for officers/employees of Haryana Vidhan Sabha at the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Sector 26, Chandigarh.

Sh. Harvinder Kalyan said the programme was organized to further improve the working style of the Assembly. Institutions progress only due to the hard work of those working in them. We all should keep acquiring as much knowledge as possible and keep sharing it with others. The officers and employees do the work of giving feedback to the Assembly members, which is very important.
Sh. Kalyan said the Assembly has an important role in the development of the state and forming policies for the welfare of society. Training is also important because through this, officers/employees get help in understanding their responsibilities and discharging them properly.

He said such trainings will prepare us to coordinate between the MLAs and the administration with changing times and to face new challenges. We all have to work as a team and increase our leadership capacity and work efficiency. It is necessary to study the proceedings, rules and legislative process of the Assembly in depth, understand them and resolve the problems quickly. The ability to provide correct information to officers and members on time is essential for employees.

Sh. Kalyan said we should keep trying to ensure that this series of training continues. Knowledge should be acquired wherever one gets a chance to learn. The more we increase our knowledge, the more positively we will be able to complete our work. He said the programme started on January 8 which was inaugurated by Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.

During the training programme, former Chief Secretary Smt. Keshni Anand Arora spoke about motivation and office etiquette, subject experts of Parliamentary Research and Training Institute for Democracies, Lok Sabha gave detailed information about various activities of the Assembly. On this occasion, Director of the institute, Smt. Juby Amar, and other senior officers were also present.

Chandigarh January 9:  Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, said that this year’s budget will be prepared with the interests of all sections of society in mind. To ensure its inclusivity, suggestions are being gathered from diverse groups.

The Chief Minister was addressing the function after inaugurating Part-II of the Agri-Tourism Center at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU), Hisar. During the event, he also launched a coffee-table book titled “Poshan Utsav”, which was prepared by the Deen Dayal Shodh Sansthan. The function was attended by Haryana’s Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Animal Husbandry, Dairying and Fisheries Minister, Sh. Shyam Singh Rana, and Public Works and Public Health Engineering Minister, Sh. Ranbir Gangwa.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini emphasized that the Agri-Tourism Center, built at a cost of Rs. 5.60 crore, would serve as a valuable platform to educate the public about farming practices. He highlighted its potential in helping the people of Haryana by sharing the traditional farming methods used by previous generations.

He also praised the work of the Deen Dayal Shodh Sansthan, which operates under the ideals of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay. He recalled how Pandit Upadhyay’s vision of Ek-aatam Manavad (Integral Humanism) is being followed by the government, focusing on the upliftment of the poor and the welfare of the most marginalized individuals in society.

In line with the government’s current priorities, the Chief Minister stressed the importance of improving dietary habits to combat malnutrition, particularly among children and women. He acknowledged the efforts of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, who has advocated for greater consumption of millets at the United Nations, emphasizing that coarse grain can play a crucial role in addressing nutritional deficiencies.

Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Sh. Rajesh Khullar; Additional Chief Secretary of the Finance Department, Sh. Anurag Rastogi; Additional Chief Secretary of the Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Department, Sh. Raja Shekhar Vundru; Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Dr. Saket Kumar, Vice Chancellor of CCSHAU Prof. B.R. Kamboj, along with officials from various departments and universities, were also present.

Later, while interacting with the media persons, the Chief Minister said that BJP takes every election seriously. Regarding the Delhi elections, he expressed confidence that the results would favor the BJP and that under the leadership of Sh. Narendra Modi, the party would form the government in Delhi. He criticized Sh. Arvind Kejriwal for making unfulfilled promises to the people of Delhi over the past decade.

In response to another question about local body elections in Haryana, the Chief Minister said that the party is fully prepared. He added that the party would decide whether to contest the elections with or without a symbol.

To combat female foeticide and enforce strict adherence to the provisions of the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques (PCPNDT) Act, a total of 1217 FIRs under PCPNDT Act, including 397 FIRs through interstate raids have been registered in Haryana since 2014.

These actions have led to more than 4,000 arrests, targeting illegal practices carried out by doctors, quacks, and touts involved in sex determination and female foeticide, said the Government official spokesperson.

The Spokesperson further said that the State has successfully surpassed its target for improving the sex ratio at birth, achieving an increase of two points per year. From a sex ratio of 871 in 2014, the state has made a remarkable improvement of 39 points, bringing the sex ratio at birth to 910 in 2024. This achievement is a dedication to the effectiveness of Haryana’s sustained efforts under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) initiative.

He said that Government’s commitment to improving maternal healthcare has also played a significant role in the state’s success of improving the gender ratio. Institutional deliveries have increased from 35.7 per cent in 2005-06 to an impressive 94.9 per cent, and early ANC registration has risen from 51.4 per cent to 85.2 per cent. Apart from this, the enrollment in secondary education has seen a notable increase, reaching 4,00,736 in 2023-24, compared to 3,85,624 in 2015-16.

The spokesperson said that ten years ago, when the Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the BBBP campaign in Panipat, Haryana was struggling from decades over this issue. However, with continuous and dedicated efforts, the state has made extraordinary progress, with further improvements still on the horizon.

In 2015, under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, State Government embraced the ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ programme as a challenge and has achieved a significant milestone in improving the sex ratio at birth. The state has also implemented several initiatives to improve the sex ratio, including a one-time payment of Rs 21,000 for the birth of a girl child, benefiting over 5,23,056 families. The Poshan Abhiyan launched in 2018 has focused on improving nutrition and reducing anemia among adolescent girls, pregnant women, lactating mothers, and children, reaching 2,24,136 participants through community events at Anganwadi centers. Furthermore, the Adolescent Girls Scheme, aimed at girls aged 14 to 18 years in Mewat, has reached 13,439 beneficiaries in 2024-25, supporting self-development, health, skill-building, and access to essential services.

The Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme has enabled parents to open high-interest savings accounts for their daughters under 10 years of age, with over 8,23,522 lakh accounts opened to date. Financial relief has also been provided to survivors of the POCSO Act, with Rs 1.31 crore disbursed to 778 cases by October 2024.

 In addition, the state launched the “Mahri Lado” radio program in August 2024, under the leadership of the Chief Minister, which has been instrumental in reshaping societal attitudes towards girls’ rights. Broadcasted on All India Radio across Haryana, this program has engaged over 1,60,000 participants and covers vital topics such as health, nutrition, financial independence, and leadership, the spokesperson added.

Chandigarh, January 6

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, extended his greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of 358th Prakash Utsav (birth anniversary) of Guru Gobind Singh Ji. He expressed immense pride in the supreme sacrifice made by Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Sahibzadas (sons), who gave their lives in service to society and religion.

The Chief Minister today visited Nada Sahib Gurudwara to pay tribute on the occasion of Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s 358th Prakash Utsav. He bowed in reverence before Guru Granth Sahib Ji and participated in the Akhand Path. Subsequently, he also paid his respects to the Nishan Sahib and prayed for the well-being and prosperity of the people of Haryana.

DCs and SPs to visit village monthly, Addressing public concerns

While replying to media queries, the Chief Minister emphasized Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s monumental contributions in establishing the Khalsa Panth and his personal sacrifices for the welfare of society and the nation. He said that the people of Haryana had again elected the BJP to power at both the state and central levels, and the government was committed to accelerating development in the state. He also said that all Deputy Commissioners (DCs) and Superintendents of Police (SPs) would visit villages every month to directly listen to people’s concerns and resolve them on-site.

When asked about the Laharu incident, the Chief Minister said that before initiating a CBI investigation, the agencies of Haryana are actively working on the matter. He said that the government is functioning in a transparent manner and is committed to ensuring that the citizens of the state live a happy and fear-free life. He assured that no crime would be tolerated and strict action would be taken against the culprits. The Chief Minister also highlighted that free education is being provided to girls in both government and private colleges across the state.

On this occasion, the Jathedar of Nada Sahib Gurudwara, Sh. Baljeet Singh, welcomed the Chief Minister and presented him with a Saropa. He also praised the government’s decision to conduct elections for the Haryana Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee, a move that will see voting in 40 wards across the state on January 19 for the first time.

Former Minister Sh. Kanwar Pal Gurjar, along with other dignitaries, was also present at the event.

Chandigarh, January 6 – Union Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, Sh Manohar Lal and Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini jointly chaired the meeting of the Lohgarh Project Development Committee today. The committee was formed to oversee the development of the world-class Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Memorial, which will be built at Lohgarh in Yamunanagar district. It is noteworthy that the Haryana Government has constituted the Lohgarh Project Development Committee to monitor the progress of the Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Memorial at Lohgarh. Union Minister Sh Manohar Lal serves as the Chief Patron of the Committee, while Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini act as its Chairman.

During the meeting, Union Minister Sh Manohar Lal directed the officials to accelerate the progress of establishing the world-class heritage memorial, ensuring that the project is completed and dedicated to the public at the earliest.

He said that Baba Banda Singh Bahadur Memorial should primarily focus on the biography of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur, which should reflect the heroic saga of his bravery and sacrifice. He also suggested that the memorial should also feature a museum dedicated to the battles fought by Baba Banda Singh Bahadur and other Sikh Gurus against the Mughals across the country. The design of the memorial should aim to educate the public, especially the younger generation, about the history and valiant contributions of Veer Baba Banda Singh Bahadur. Apart from this, he also suggested that the establishment of the memorial should also focus more on promoting the traditional Sikh martial arts that were practiced in the past.

It was apprised in the meeting that the project would be completed in two phases. The first phase, which will cost approximately Rs 74 Crore, will focus on restoring and enhancing the fort, constructing the Quilanuma Wall, building an entrance gate, Nanakshahi coin, landscaping the site, and building the memorial. In addition, a state-of-the-art museum will be constructed, combining Baba Banda Singh Bahadur’s life story with modern technology to create an immersive experience for visitors.

The memorial at Lohgarh, the first capital of the ‘Sikh Raj’ established by Baba Banda Singh Bahadur, would reignite the story of his extraordinary bravery valor and sacrifice.

A grand Museum dedicated to preserving and enriching Sikh Culture to be built on three acres of land in Kurukshetra’s Pipli

Later, while chairing a review meeting on the establishment of the Sikh Museum in Kurukshetra district, Sh Manohar Lal said, “If there is any place in Haryana where the feet of the Gurus have touched the ground the most, it is the sacred land of Kurukshetra.” He further said that the state government has decided to set up a grand museum dedicated to the preservation and enrichment of Sikh culture on three acres of land in Kurukshetra’s Pipli. He said that inspired by the values and ideals of the Sikh Gurus, the museum would act as a “repository of inspiration” for future generations.

Tourism Minister Sh Arvind Sharma, former Minister Sh. Kanwar Pal, Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh. Rajesh Khullar, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh. Arun Gupta, Principal Secretary, Heritage and Tourism Smt Kala Ramachandran, Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh. Yashpal Yadav, OSD to Chief Minister Sh. B.B. Bharti, former Member of Parliament Sardar Tarlochan Singh, Sikh historian and Dr Jaspal Singh Chairman Haryana State Bio-diversity Board Sardar Randeep  Singh Jauhar, Chairman Sigma Group Sardar Jagdeep Singh Chadha, OSD Dr Prabhleen Singh and other officers were also present in the meeting.