IEP Chandigarh, January 13

Haryana Home and Health Minister Sh Anil Vij said that individuals engaged in sending people aboard by fraudulent means (kabootarbazi) will not be allowed to reside in Haryana, and stringent measures will be implemented against those found participating in such unlawful activities. Minister Vij emphasized the ongoing efforts of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in addressing Kabootarbazi cases in Haryana, noting that more than 500 individuals involved in this practice have been apprehended so far.

Minister Anil Vij was redressing the concerns of people from various parts of the state at his residence in Ambala today. He highlighted the establishment of a dedicated team in Haryana specifically tasked with addressing Kabootarbazi cases, affirming their continuous and proactive approach to tackling this issue.

Vij issues directives for action in Kabootarbazi cases

In response to reported incidents, Haryana’s Home and Health Minister, Anil Vij, took prompt action. A family from Gharaunda conveyed that their brother had been deceived of Rs 5.5 lakh under the pretext of sending him abroad. Additionally, a woman from Jandheri reported a similar case involving her brother, who was defrauded of Rs 3.5 lakh. In light of these complaints and a couple of other similar cases pertaining to fraudulent activities related to sending people abroad, the Minister Vij swiftly referred all these cases to the Special Investigation Team (SIT) and issued explicit instructions to initiate necessary actions against the accused.

Likewise, a family from Firozpur Jhirka raised concerns about the apparent inaction against the accused in a rape case. In response, Anil Vij reassured the distressed family, stating, “People should not have to shed tears; that’s why I am here. No one need to cry.” He instructed a thorough inquiry into the matter and demanded a comprehensive action taken report on the steps undertaken. A couple from Karnal expressed dissatisfaction with the police’s response to the assault on their son, while an applicant from Rohtak complained about the unwarranted imposition of Section 307 in a case. Another individual from Mahendragarh reported the unlawful occupation of a house by a neighboring lawyer. A woman from Narnaund alleged that her daughter-in-law had falsely implicated her and her daughter in a case. Furthermore, applicants from Jind voiced their concerns about the lack of action against the accused in the vandalism of a revered idol of Shiromani Shri Guru Ravidas Ji. Taking cognizance of these issues, Sh Vij directed the concerned officials to promptly address and take necessary actions in each case.

In another case, a woman from Karnal, while articulating her grievance, shared that she is battling cancer and her Ayushman card has not been issued yet, despite her family’s income being less than Rs one lakh, as per the family identity card. Responding promptly, the Home Minister contacted the Additional Deputy Commissioner of Karnal and instructed the immediate issuance of the Ayushman card for the concerned applicant, in accordance with the established guidelines. He said that every written complaint received is diligently addressed and action is taken in accordance with the prescribed rules.

During this interaction, Minister Vij extended his heartfelt congratulations to the people of the state on the occasion of the Lohri festival.

IEP Chandigarh January 13

Haryana government has declared half day (afternoon) on January 15, 2024 (Monday) as public holiday for all the employees in its departments, boards and corporations situated in Chandigarh on account of ‘Nagar Kirtan’ in connection with Prakash Utsav of Shri Guru Gobind Singh Ji.

A notification to this effect has been issued by the Human Resources Department.

IEP Chandigarh, January 13

Haryana Financial Commissioner Revenue and Additional Chief Secretary, Home and Revenue Department, Sh. TVSN Prasad urged the Deputy Commissioners to consider the Jan Samvad platform as an opportunity to further enhance public service.

Sh. TVSN Prasad was conducting a review of the advancement of various schemes and issues with Deputy Commissioners via video conference late last evening. Discussing the Jan Samvad in detail, he specifically instructed the DCs to closely scrutinize and address grievances raised on the platform.

Furthermore, Sh. TVSN Prasad addressed the backlog of Revenue Court Cases and Stamp Act Cases. He instructed Deputy Commissioners to accelerate the resolution process, minimizing pendency, and ensuring the highest level of public satisfaction. The progress of SVAMITVA, Modern Revenue Record Rooms (MRRR), and the Haryana Large Scale Mapping Project (HaLSMNP) was also scrutinized, with a directive to expedite the work on all three projects.

Regarding SVAMITVA, Sh. TVSN Prasad emphasized the need to address grievances raised by individuals on the Svamitva Grievances Portal. He informed the portal which was earlier opened till 31st December 2023 to register the grievances will be opened again till 31st January 2024.

In relation to Modern Record Rooms, the FCR directed Deputy Commissioners to hasten the verification process, facilitating easy online access to public records. A comprehensive review of E-Bhoomi cases was undertaken, and FCR Haryana specifically instructed Deputy Commissioners to expedite cases, particularly those related to infrastructure projects such as schools, hospitals, and roads. It is expected that the whole demarcation process of land will be shifted to Rovers by 31st March 2024 to ensure transparency and credibility of the process to improve public confidence, he added.

During the meeting, it was directed that all evacuee property cases undergo a thorough review and be brought to a logical conclusion, adhering to transparent procedures and relevant legal frameworks.

Issues regarding resources and staff were discussed with the DCs. Required sanctions were issued in this regard. Also, FCR directed that any issue if faced by DCs regarding the resources, shall be communicated to the Department so that the same can be resolved at the earliest. He said that it is important to strengthen the districts to make them work to their maximum efficiency.

IEP Chandigarh January 11

The Haryana Chief Secretary, Mr. Sanjeev Kaushal today said that the state government has been integrating cutting-edge technology into police stations. This innovative approach involves the capturing of retina and fingerprints, departing from previous practices confined to court proceedings. The installation of specialized equipment in police stations will record the identification details of both accused individuals and complainants, irrespective of the arrest status. Simultaneously, the Complaint Management Module has undergone enhancements aligned with the department’s requirements.

Harsamay Portal Facilitates Hassle-Free Access: Mobile Number Login and Perfect Citizen Service Ratings

After presiding over the 26th State Apex Committee meeting for CCTNS and ICJS here today, Mr. Kaushal highlighted significant advancements. The Harsamay Portal now allows users to log complaints, offering seamless access to services through mobile number entry. This OTP-based complaint registration system aims to streamline the process, showcasing the government’s commitment to promptly address public concerns. The newly launched system, known for its user-friendly design, ensures accessibility for individuals in remote areas with varying levels of education. Enabling a one-click, unbiased registration of complaints to the police, this system is poised to transform the citizen-law enforcement interaction, promoting efficiency and transparency.

Notably, the Haryana Police consistently achieves a perfect score of 10/10 on the RTS dashboard for citizen services via the eSaral/HarSamay portal. Further adding to their achievements, the Haryana Police secured the Trophy for the second consecutive year at the Annual Conference for Best Practices in CCTNS & ICJS held recently in New Delhi.

Data Retrieval Imperative: Chief Secretary Urges Digital Archive Planning for Police Cases

Emphasizing the importance of legacy data, the Chief Secretary Mr. Kaushal emphasized the need to retrieve information related to police cases. This includes registrations, court proceedings, e-FIRs, e-Challans and Bails etc. Urging officers to form a dedicated committee, he outlined a time-bound plan for the digital recovery and compilation of this crucial information.

Comprehensive Training and Cloud Migration: Police Officials Prepare for Advanced Systems

As part of the comprehensive modernization efforts, 193 police officials have undergone CCTNS training in the last four months. This training covered SCRB, Core Application Software, General Verification module, and the Citizen portal “HarSamay24X7.” These essential components of CCTNS have been successfully migrated to the secure Meghraj cloud on December 28, 2023, Panchkula.

Among those present in the meeting includes Additional Chief Secretary, Home, Jails, Criminal Investigation, Mr. T.V.S.N Prasad, Mr.  Shatrujeet Kapur, Director General of Police, Haryana, Mr.  O.P. Singh, Director, State Crime Record Bureau, Haryana, Panchkula, Mr. Mani Ram Sharma, Special Secretary to Home Department and other senior officers.

IEP Chandigarh, January 11

In a dynamic display of economic diplomacy, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal is on a one-day tour to Gujarat to attend the 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit-2024 with the mission to attract foreign investments that would propel Haryana into a new era of economic prosperity. During the Summit being held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, on Thursday impressed with the investor-friendly policies of Manohar Sarkar, the companies have shown deep interest in investing in Haryana.

Meanwhile, the Chief Minister held one-on-one discussions with representatives of about 10 major companies from Japan and the United States, inviting them to invest in Haryana.   During the meeting with the Japanese delegation, the Chief Minister welcomed the representatives of the companies in the Japanese language, which made them very pleased and enthusiastic. During the meeting, consensus was reached between Japan and the Haryana government on formulating a hydrogen policy in the direction of clean-green energy. Maruti Suzuki has also expressed its desire to adopt the plug-and-play policy and give more emphasis to electric vehicles under the Haryana government’s e-vehicle policy. Identification of a site is underway to establish a plant in the state for this purpose.

Microsoft to collaborate with the Haryana government in the field of Artificial Intelligence

During the summit, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal also held a meeting with Mr. Puneet Chandok, President, Microsoft India, and his delegation. During this meeting, the delegation stated that Microsoft would collaborate with the Haryana government in the field of Artificial Intelligence. The Chief Minister said that all kinds of support would be provided to Microsoft by the state government. Soon, a meeting will be organized with representatives in Chandigarh, where Microsoft will present its roadmap regarding upcoming initiatives.

A Joint Collaboration Cell to be established separately for the assistance of Japanese companies

During the meeting, representatives stated that Haryana has been a mother state for Japanese companies. In 1980, Maruti Suzuki established its first unit in Gurugram. Since then, several Japanese companies have come to Haryana. The Chief Minister directed state government officers to establish a Joint Collaboration Cell for the convenience of Japanese companies, which will continuously engage with representatives of Japanese companies to expedite the plug-and-play model.

Discussion was also held on opening a Japanese school in Gurugram during the meeting. It is the first occasion when officers from the Japanese government have attended the summit along with representatives of Japanese companies. It is fortunate for Haryana that representatives from the Japanese government were present during the meeting, and they assured Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal that full support would be provided by the Japanese government to Haryana.

During the summit, the Chief Minister had discussions with representatives from Japanese companies including Jetro, Denso Corporation, Maruti Suzuki, Yamanashi Hydrogen, Air Water Company, Toyotsu Ambika Automotive Safety, JCCII India, and representatives from the United States, including Blackstone, UPS Logistics Company, and Microsoft.

Additional Chief Secretary, Industries and Commerce Department, Sh. Anand Mohan Sharan, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, Managing Director, Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation, Sh. Yash Garg also remained present on this occasion.

IEP Chandigarh, January 11

In view of the ongoing extreme weather conditions, the Animal Husbandry Department has issued an advisory for all districts in the state to protect animals from the cold wave. In addition, the department has also directed the veterinary doctor to remain on alert.

Sharing information in this regard an official spokesperson stated that all livestock owners have been urged to follow the advisory issued by the Animal Husbandry Department to protect animals from the cold wave and keep their livestock safe from the cold wave.

The spokesperson said that during winters, animals experience decreased temperature, and difficulty in breathing, and symptoms of pneumonia can be seen, which also leads to a decrease in milk production as well. Protecting weak and newborn animals requires a proper diet, jaggery, and mineral mixture.

The spokesperson said that to take care of your livestock following actions could be taken: keep them out on a sunny day only, use only lukewarm/warm water for their bath, make sure the place where animals sit is dry and warm, keep them covered and if any symptoms of cold are seen contact the veterinary doctor immediately.

IEP Chandigarh, January 11

The Haryana Cooperative Department has taken action against officers and employees who have been negligent in the use of the Aadhaar-enabled biometric attendance system (AEBAS).

Registrar, Cooperation Department, Sh. Rajesh Jogpal said that the attendance of officers and employees was investigated by studying the biometric attendance system from April 15 to January 2024. It was found that many officers and employees were not marking their attendance through biometrics. Based on the investigation, notices were issued to 69 officers and employees. Of these, 10 officers were given severe punishment under Rule 4(B), 14 employees were issued chargesheets under Rule 4(A), 19 contract employees were issued show-cause notices, and 26 employees were warned.

It may be noted that the Aadhaar-enabled biometric attendance system has been started in all government offices in the state. It was stopped due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, biometric attendance was resumed on April 15, 2023. However, it was seen that many employees were coming late to the office and were not punctual.

Sh. Jogpal warned all officers and employees that any kind of negligence will not be tolerated in the future.

IEP Chandigarh, January 11

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, is making continuous efforts to position Haryana as the first choice for investors on the global platform. As part of this initiative, during the ongoing Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit-2024 ‘Gateway to the Future’ in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal is inviting foreign investors to invest in the state through a round-table conference with the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF).

During the conference held on Thursday, the Chief Minister assured full support to the NRIs in Haryana, he said that there is immense potential for investment here, various facilities available here, emphasizing the immense investment opportunities available across Haryana. He mentioned that Haryana is a leading state in terms of ease of doing business, having eliminated compliance burdens for industries. Chief Minister highlighted the extensive possibilities for investment in Haryana and urged NRIs to take advantage of the various facilities and invest in the state.

He stated that Haryana has a robust business environment, and the state government has formulated the Haryana Enterprise and Employment Policy 2020, providing various incentives to investors. Furthermore, all necessary approvals for setting up industries are streamlined under one roof, making the investment process more convenient and efficient.

Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal highlighted the strategic geographical location of Haryana, being well-connected to Delhi from three sides. He also said that the state also receives complete benefit from IGI Airport. He also highlighted the strengthening logistics infrastructure and the integration of every district with national highways. Additionally, the government is establishing an international airport in Hisar, which will further benefit industries.

He mentioned that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to develop India by 2047 and affirmed that Haryana would play a positive role in realizing this dream. The state government is providing financial and various other incentives to investors based on different zones. Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal encouraged investors to have faith in business-to-business (B2B), business-to-citizen (B2C), and heart-to-heart (H2H) connections, assuring complete support from the government for those who choose to invest in Haryana.

During the occasion, President of USISPF, Sh. Mukesh Aghi, presented a book based on the 75 years of mutual relations between India and America to the Chief Minister.

The meeting was attended by Additional Chief Secretary of the Industries and Commerce Department, Sh. Anand Mohan Sharan, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, Managing Director, Haryana State Industrial & Infrastructure Development Corporation, Sh. Yash Garg, besides other senior officers.

IEP Chandigarh, January 11

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal emphasized the significant potential of Haryana, terming it a land of Possibilities, Potentialities, and Prosperity and extended an invitation to entrepreneurs to consider investing in Haryana.

Sh. Manohar Lal was speaking at the Indo-African Chamber of Commerce and Industry Seminar during the ongoing 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024 in Gandhinagar, Gujarat today.

Welcoming entrepreneurs from around the world on behalf of the people of Haryana, the Chief Minister said that the state is poised to attract global investment due to its strategic policies and proximity to the national capital. He said that in the era of the Industrial Revolution, talent would surpass capital in significance, leading to a shift towards high-skill, temporary employment. He stressed the need for parallel investments in human capital development and economic growth, envisioning a transformation from job seekers to job creators.

During the Seminar, the Chief Minister proposed the establishment of a new association, “Haryana -Africa Ties,” aimed at fostering socio-economic development. He highlighted the importance of traditional manufacturing as a significant source of employment for the youth, emphasizing the need for a rapid transformation in education and skill development policies to meet the demands of the evolving job market.

The Chief Minister asserted that the world is currently at a crossroads of transformation, driven by new technologies and digital interfaces. He acknowledged the dual nature of this transformation, bringing forth both opportunities and challenges. Emphasizing the centrality of people and human values in development and progress, he called for impactful mutual engagements to create far-reaching effects on the economies of Africa and states like Haryana.

Sh. Manohar Lal reiterated the urgency for changes in education and skill development approaches, advocating for a curriculum that prepares youth for the dynamic future. The proposed “HARYANA – AFRICA TIES” association aims to foster collaboration and create a platform for mutual growth and development.

The Chief Minister said that Haryana is a land of Experiments and our Shri Vishvakarma Skill University, Haryana has been launched for this purpose. It aims to provide relevant technical and vocational skills to our youth and make them employable, he said.

“We have to be very careful that the rapid changes coming in the field of technology can at least find a place in the courses at the same pace. In this Industrial Revolution, Talent will be more important than Capital. High-skill but temporary work will be the new face of employment. Therefore we need to focus and invest equally in the Development of Human Capital as in Economic development. Proper utilization of new opportunities can on the one hand make the Job Seekers to Job Creators,” said the Chief Minister.

He said that the upliftment of the last person in the queue is his government’s Moto. The portability of social security benefits will ensure the mobility of skilled & employable workers in the digital age. We created another PPP ID for all Haryana Citizens to ensure the benefits of the schemes for the society. Technology has become the biggest disruptor in today’s time, said the Chief Minister.

“My idea is to consider the human element along with the business or economic aspects and hence, out of various models of businesses like B2B; G2G, B2G etc. we believe in the H2H model of working. H2H- Heart to Heart approach. I welcome you all to utilize this opportunity,” said Sh. Manohar Lal.

IEP Chandigarh, January 11

Underscoring the Haryana government’s commitment to every section, Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala said that state government has been working in the interest of every section of the society. The primary focus of the state government is to enhance village life. Sh. Chautala was addressing the gathering at Faridpur and Kannauh villages of Hisar district, accompanied by Minister of State for Labour and Employment Sh. Anoop Dhanak.

He emphasized his dedication to raise public concerns within the state government and finding solutions that best serve the people’s interests. Recalling prior limitations in village development, Sh. Chautala highlighted the current shift towards comprehensive infrastructure, including community centers, libraries, and more.

In Kannauh, the Deputy Chief Minister announced the construction of a digital library, a community center, and a gymnasium. He envisions these facilities empowering village youth by providing better opportunities for competitive exam preparation. Water security was also addressed, with Mr. Chautala assuring access for Kannauh and neighboring villages.

Further highlighting the government’s focus on rural empowerment, Mr. Chautala emphasized their commitment to farmer welfare through policy implementation and supportive schemes. He outlined their efforts to purchase every grain of farmers’ crops and establish efficient online payment systems, eliminating the need for overnight market stays. He also ensured proper drinking water pipeline installation in nearby dhanis.

Appreciative villagers in Faridpur acknowledged Mr. Chautala’s role in constructing the new Rajwaha irrigation canal. In response, the Deputy Chief Minister announced the construction of a crop purchase center and a community center for the village commencing next season. He also ordered a survey for a potential bank branch opening.

Sh. Chautala reiterated the coalition government’s dedication to public well-being, particularly for the disadvantaged sections. He affirmed their commitment to simplifying lives and assured continued dedicated work for the future, emphasizing quality and inclusivity in all projects.