IEP Chandigarh, January 10

The Viksit Bharat Yatra, today reached the village of Chhachhrauli in the Jagadhri assembly constituency. School Education Minister Shri Kanwar Pal participated at the event as the Chief Guest. While addressing the gathering he shared insights into various initiatives taken in the past nine years which has significantly eliminated the hassle faced by the common public in drawing the benefits of Government welfare schemes.

Minister, Sh. Kanwar Pal stated that during the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Chhachhrauli, 34 new Ayushman Chirayu cards, 18 new elderly pension schemes, and 8 BPL ration cards for eligible individuals were issued. Additionally, three individuals were registered under the Svamitva Scheme, and students excelling in sports and academics were also honored. The program also acknowledged progressive farmers and social workers.

Highlighting the government’s commitment to the welfare of the poor, Minister, Sh. Kanwar Pal emphasized that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi and Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, numerous efforts have been made for good governance and the well-being of the underprivileged since 2014.

Minister, Sh. Kanwar Pal expressed satisfaction that in the present government, eligible beneficiaries are receiving free medical treatment through Ayushman and Chirayu cards. Basic amenities are reaching the doors of the poor, marking a significant change in Haryana where the government actively ensures that the benefits of various schemes reach those in need. Speaking about the robust infrastructure in the country and the state, he mentioned the widespread network of highways, expressways, and roads, making transportation simple therefore increasing employment opportunities for youth.

Minister, Sh. Kanwar Pal stated that the Viksit Bharat Yatra is reaching every village, ensuring that people are informed about government schemes, and they can avail the benefits right in their villages.

He said that under the program ‘Meri Kahani Meri Jubani’, beneficiaries from different departments also shared the experiences of their success stories. Information about the achievements of the state government and the central government was also distributed to all the people by the Department of Public Relations, Language and Culture.

IEP Chandigarh

Haryana Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda, stated that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi is continuously working for the empowerment and well-being of the deprived, women, farmers, and youth. Under his leadership, the nation and the state have touched new heights of progress. The “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra – Jan Samvad” programme is ensuring that the benefits of various schemes reach every section of society without any disparity.

During the programme held in the villages of Pyoda and Saran in Kaithal, Smt. Kamlesh Dhandha addressed the rural population. Prior to this, she inspected stalls set up by various departments within the school premises. On this occasion, she also administered an oath to make the country ‘Viksit’ Developed.

Minister, Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda mentioned that the government is reaching people at their doorstep to provide the benefits of schemes, ensuring that the lives of the underprivileged can improve. The “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra” is being conducted nationwide with the goal of making India developed by 2047. She urged all citizens to contribute their efforts to the vision of a developed nation.

She highlighted the challenges faced by rural women in the past, especially in dealing with the smoke coming from traditional stoves. Through initiatives like the Ujjwala Yojana, providing free gas cylinders, have eliminated such problems, giving women relief.

Surajkund Handicraft Fair-2024 will be organized from February 2 to February 18

IEP Chandigarh

President of India Smt. Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate the Surajkund Handicraft Fair on February 2, 2024. Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal visited Rashtrapati Bhavan on Wednesday to extend a personal invitation to the President for the Surajkund Handicraft Fair-2024, which she has graciously accepted. The fair is scheduled to take place from February 2 to February 18.

Following the meeting with the President, Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal while interacting with media representatives, said that the President has agreed to inaugurate the Surajkund Fair. The Chief Minister said that President’s participation would further strengthen the efforts of the state government.

Chief Minister Manohar Lal will participate in Vibrant Gujarat Summit

Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal will participate in the Vibrant Gujarat Summit scheduled to take place in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. He shared that the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit is a biennial event in Gujarat, initiated by Sh Narendra Modi during his tenure as the Chief Minister of the state. The summit attracts investors from both India and abroad, bringing together professionals from diverse fields for discussions. He highlighted the multitude of programs organized during the summit and added  that discussions will encompass topics such as establishing connections between Haryana and African countries, exploring contributions from individuals in various sectors, including education and technology. In addition, there will be deliberations on how Haryana can play a supportive role in the agriculture sector of African nations.

Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal said that the country has been eagerly awaiting the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya for centuries, and now the moment has finally arrived as the temple is fully prepared. The ‘Pran Pratishtha’ for Ramlala is scheduled to take place on January 22. He said that Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi will personally grace the inauguration of this magnificent temple. The current atmosphere mirrors the jubilation that prevailed when Lord Shri Ramchandra returned to Ayodhya after triumphing over Lanka centuries ago. Similar to Diwali, the nation is expected to be immersed in a celebratory spirit on January 22, the day of Ramlala’s ‘Pran Pratishtha’. The Chief Minister extended congratulations to everyone on this momentous occasion.

Highlighting the collaborative effort involved, the Chief Minister emphasized that this is a social program with various organizations actively engaged in door-to-door activities. He also announced that a special train from Haryana to Ayodhya will be operational on February 9. Under the Mukhyamantri Teerth Darshan Yojana, some individuals will have the opportunity to travel for free, while others not covered by this scheme, provided their income exceeds the specified limit, can participate by paying the fare.

IEP Chandigarh

 Haryana Chief Minister, Sh.  Manohar Lal today met the state players awarded with the Arjuna Award and their coach today at Haryana Bhavan in New Delhi. On this occasion, he also honoured the awardees and the coaches.

The Chief Minister congratulated Wrestlers Sunil Kumar, Antim Panghal and Golfer Diksha Dagar who were honoured with the Arjuna Award in the National Sports Awards 2023.

During the meeting, the Chief Minister sought suggestions from these athletes on how sports in Haryana could be further promoted. Responding to this, the athletes praised Haryana’s sports policy, stating that it has boosted the morale of athletes, and the youth are now more inclined towards sports due to this Pro-player Policy. In the state villages, the youth are now practising sports to make a future in them.

Haryana is giving the highest cash rewards to medal winners

The Chief Minister shared that Haryana is giving the highest cash rewards to medal winners in the country. He assured that the government would implement any good suggestions given by athletes to give a further boost to the sports infrastructure and facilities. He expressed pride when Haryana athletes win medals on the international stage, and when the National Anthem is played, it becomes a mesmerizing and prideful moment for all Indians.

Despite being a small state geographically, Haryana has been the leading state in winning medals at both the National and International levels. The Chief Minister stated that Haryana’s sports policy is providing opportunities for athletes to progress, and he hopes for even better results in the future.

During discussions with the athletes, the Chief Minister inquired about the need for sports equipment in villages through District Sports Officers. Following the demands, sports equipment will be made available through gram panchayats. A foundational framework for sports will be developed from village to village in Haryana so that the youth can be nurtured since childhood. Plans are also underway to establish specialised high-power performance centres to train youth in popular sports, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

Haryana’s sports policy is the best in the country, Athletes

On this occasion, Arjuna Awardees Sunil Kumar and Antim Panghal, who came to meet the Chief Minister, said that Haryana’s sports policy has given a boost to sports, especially in wrestling, where Haryana has achieved a separate status. Regardless of the competition, Haryana’s wrestlers are shining bright and are winning medals.

Arjuna Awardee Yogeshwar Dutt, who accompanied the players during the meeting with the Chief Minister, said that from the perspective of sports, Haryana is a prosperous state. Suggestions were also given to the Chief Minister during the meeting to further promote wrestling in the state. He said that the Chief Minister has been consistently making efforts to promote sports.

Media Advisor to Chief Minister, Sh. Rajeev Jaitly, Deputy Director, Sports Department, Sh. Giriraj Singh, Arjuna Awardee coach, Sh. Rohtash Dahiya, Dronacharya Awardee coach Mahavir Singh, Arjuna Awardee Sunil Kumar, Commonwealth Games gold medalist Anil Kumar, Dhyan Chand Awardee Kuldeep Malik, Olympic referee Ashok Kumar, Arjuna Awardee Anshul Malik, Arjuna Awardee Sarita Mor, International Player Ritu, Shweta, and Vishal Kaliraman also remained present on this occasion.

IEP Chandigarh

The Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau achieved significant success today as CA Jitesh Chawla from Uttar Haryana Vitran Bijli Nigam was arrested red-handed while taking a bribe of Rs 18,600.

The spokesperson of the Anti-Corruption Bureau stated that the team received a complaint alleging that CA Jitesh Chawla from the UHBVN had declined to settle the complainant’s outstanding bill of Rs 1.16 lakh and to avail the benefits of a government scheme. A bribe was demanded in exchange for releasing the new meter connection. Acting on this information, the Anti-Corruption Bureau team devised a plan to apprehend the accused and successfully arrested him red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs 18,600. The entire operation was conducted impartially and with complete transparency.

In connection with this case, a formal complaint has been registered against the accused at the Anti-Corruption Bureau police station in Ambala, and the accused has been taken into custody. The Bureau’s spokesperson urged the general public to promptly report any instances where an officer or employee demands a bribe in exchange for government work to the Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau’s toll-free numbers – 1800-180-2022 and 1064. Ensure to provide accurate information for swift and effective action.”

IEP Chandigarh, January 9

  Punjab Power Minister Mr. Harbhajan Singh ETO on Tuesday directed the Punjab State Power Corporation (PSPCL) to make advance arrangements to meet summer challenges so that should not face any difficulty in ensuring uninterrupted power supply to the people of the state.

          During a three-hour long meeting with the PSPCL officials here, the Power Minister asked the management to complete the tender process for the procurement of the required infrastructure and equipments as soon as possible to meet the possible increase in demand for electricity during upcoming summers. He said that all the formalities in this regard should be completed on time so that PSPCL does not have to face any kind of problem in meeting the peak demand of power during summers.

          Meanwhile, while reviewing various parameters related to the performance of PSPCL, Cabinet Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO directed the concerned officials to speed up the delivery of services to the people besides making special efforts to reduce the losses. He said that the settlement of average bill cases related to faulty meters should be ensured within one month.

          The Power Minister also directed the Chief Engineers of the Department to hold monthly review meetings with the concerned Divisional Officers so that further improvements could be encouraged in their performance. He also said the in future Chief Engineers would conduct cross visits to review the performance of divisions falling under each other.

          During the meeting, Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO congratulated the officials on the New Year expressing satisfaction that department set new records by facing many challenges during the year 2023, and expressed hope that the department will play an important role in lighting the state’s paths of progress.

          Additional Chief Secretary (Power) Mr. Tejveer Singh, CMD PSPCL Mr. Baldev Singh Sran, Director Distribution Mr. DPS Grewal, Director Generation Mr. Paramjeet Singh, and Chief Engineers were present in the meeting.

IEP Chandigarh, January 9

The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra is making significant strides across diverse villages and cities in Haryana. As communities extend a warm welcome to the Yatra, individuals are actively communicating their concerns to MPs, MLAs, and officials, resulting in prompt resolutions. This streamlined process has instilled satisfaction among the populace, eliminating the necessity to visit district headquarters, thereby saving valuable time and resources. Furthermore, participants are capitalizing on health checkups conducted during the yatra, where health camps are conveniently set up at their doorsteps. To date, 7,23,456 individuals have undergone health checkups at various locations, and 4,98,023 people have been tested for TB, receiving free medications. The yatra has witnessed enthusiastic participation, with 40,16,294 attendees, including 23,19,454 men and 16,89,935 women registering their presence. It’s worth noting that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi aims to position India as a global developed nation by 2047, and the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ supports this vision, commencing on November 16, 2023.

Chief Minister Monitors Grievances Directly

The Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal personally oversees the grievances received during the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra. He engages with the public, conducts meetings, and directs officials to promptly address people’s concerns. This hands-on approach has earned the Chief Minister praise, eliminating the need for intermediaries in conveying messages to him.

Recognition for Players, Women, and Students

The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra acknowledges village-based medal-winning athletes, women excelling in diverse fields, and outstanding students. A total of 25,509 women, 43,270 students, and 6,295 athletes have been honored, along with 5,932 artists receiving awards.

Information and Benefits of Public Welfare Schemes

The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra not only informs attendees about both Central and State public welfare schemes but also facilitates immediate benefits. For instance, 1,20,411 Ayushman Bharat cards were instantly issued during yatra programs, and discrepancies in family identity cards for 1,62,239 individuals were rectified.

IEP Chandigarh, January 9

Haryana Cooperation and Public Health Engineering Minister, Dr. Banwari Lal, said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi at the Center and Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal in the state, the government is prioritizing the future of the poor, farmers, women, and youth. He emphasized that if these segments of society achieve prosperity, happiness, self-reliance, and development, the vision of a self-reliant and developed India will naturally materialize. Dr. Banwari Lal interacted directly with attendees after warmly welcoming them to the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra-Jan Samvad’ in Chimnawas village of the Bawal Assembly. He said that the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ symbolizes not only the government’s journey but also that of the entire nation and state, representing dreams, resolutions, and trust.

The government is actively reaching out to every individual in society

Discussing the widespread enthusiasm for the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ across villages and cities, the Cooperation Minister remarked that Prime Minister’s initiatives are reaching every corner of the country. The government is actively engaging with individuals at the grassroots level, connecting them with beneficial schemes. Through the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra-JanSamvad’, farmers receive drone training, enabling them to engage in high-tech farming practices. The government is committed to ensuring the well-being of food providers and has allocated funds in the budget to modernize the agricultural sector, aiming to uplift and enrich the lives of farmers.

During his visit, Dr. Banwari Lal encouraged citizens to visit the stalls set up by various departments to learn about government schemes and avail the associated benefits. Informational brochures, calendars, and other promotional materials highlighting the government’s welfare policies were distributed to attendees.

Dr. Banwari Lal, alongside local residents, expressed a collective resolve to transform India into a self-reliant and developed nation by 2047.

IEP Chandigarh, January 09

Haryana Home and Health Minister, Sh. Anil Vij held a Janta Darbar at his residence in Ambala on Tuesday. During this, he gave a patient hearing to the grievances of the people who had come from various districts of the state.

         Taking strict cognizance of a complaint raised by a woman, a resident of Panipat alleging domestic violence by her husband, the Home Minister directed the Superintendent of Police, Panipat to take immediate action against the husband.

The complainant shared that her husband is physically assaulting her and her son. She is being forced to leave her home. The woman showed a video of the husband assaulting her to the Minister. Taking serious note of the said complaint, Sh. Anil Vij directed the Panipat Superintendent of Police (SP) to take strict action against the husband.

In another complaint, a complainant from Karnal shared that no action has been taken yet in the assault case where her brother lost his life. She shared that though the police had initially registered a case of murder, but till now the culprits had not been apprehended. Responding to this, the Home Minister directed the SP Karnal to provide a status report and also directed to arrest the accused.

Similarly, a complainant from Jind informed the Minister that her brother was murdered a few months ago. Some suspects have been arrested in this case, but the main accused has not been apprehended yet. She accused the police of negligence. The Home Minister directed the SP Jind to take action in these cases and arrest the remaining accused.

During the public hearing, the Minister also issued directives for action in other cases. A complainant from Sonipat told the Minister that he had purchased a truck in his friend’s name, but now the friend is neither returning the truck nor the money.  Sh.  Anil Vij directed the Sonipat Police Commissioner to conduct a thorough investigation.

A young woman from Hisar reported that she was duped of Rs. 9.50 lakh by an agent who promised to send her to Canada on a study visa. Fake documents were created in her name. When she demanded her money back, she neither received the money nor was sent abroad. The Home Minister ordered the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to investigate the case.

Similarly, a family from Rohtak expressed dissatisfaction over no arrests in an assault case.  Giving a patient hearing to all these complaints, the Home Minister directed the officers concerned to take necessary action in these cases.

IG, Ambala Range, Sh. Sibash Kabiraj, DSP, Sh. Ashish Chaudhary and other senior officials of Ambala Range were present on this occasion.

IEP Chandigarh, January 9

Haryana School Education, Forest and Environment Minister Sh. Kanwar Pal inaugurated the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra Jansamvad programme organised in Pratap Nagar and Chhachhrauli of YamunaNagar district on Tuesday. 

As the chief guest of the programme, the School Education Minister urged the villagers to avail the benefits of the government’s welfare schemes. He also redressed the grievances of the villagers and directed concerned officers for their immediate solution. He said that Viksit Bharat will only be built when our youth get the education that enables them to be employable.

He said that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has set a target of making India a developed nation in the next 25 years. The government working is diligently to curate this vision into reality. 

“Through the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam, priority has been given to candidates from BPL families with an annual income of less than Rs 1.8 lakh in jobs. Five additional marks are given to the candidate of that ‘Antyodaya’ family in the recruitment of government jobs, whose no member is in government service” said the Haryana School Education minister.

He stated that the goal of this Yatra is to ensure that all eligible individuals benefit from the welfare schemes of the Central and State Governments. This Yatra aims to uplift the poorest and the last person in line and connect them to mainstream development. The minister said that there are many schemes like Ayushman Bharat, Chirayu Card, Jan-Dhan Account, Har Ghar Nal Se Jal, Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Swachh Bharat are being presented to the public through this Yatra.

In the Viksit Bharat Jansamvad Sankalp Yatra programme, the government’s various schemes were shown in LED vans and also various departments related to Antyodaya were set up to create awareness among the general public and benefit them.

Stalls were also set up at the venue of the programme, including a bank stall, health checkup camp, help desk, AYUSH camp, yoga practice, education department, PM Ujjwala Yojana etc. Sh. Kanwar Pal along with the officers and villagers inspected the stalls.

School Education Minister Kanwar Pal administered an oath to the people, reaffirming their commitment to making India a developed nation and achieving self-reliance by 2047.

In the Viksit Bharat Jansamvad Sankalp Yatra programme the publicity staff of the District Information and Public Relations Department gave information about the schemes through development songs. During this,  beneficiaries shared their experiences related to government schemes through ‘Meri Kahani – Meri Zubani’ during the programme.