IEP Chandigarh, February – 25

The state government has taken a big initiative to support young entrepreneurs to boost startups in Haryana. The state government will create young entrepreneurs on the lines of Shark Tank show. For this, the state government has made a provision in the budget-2023-24 under the new vision. Under the scheme, the government will provide assistance to the youth to convert new business ideas into reality.

In this regard, the Deputy CM said that today promising youth of the state have visionary ideas for startups which require funding at every level. He said that the banking sector hesitates to provide funds and loans for the new ventures. Dushyant Chautala said that in view of this, the Haryana Government has made a provision of Rs. 200 crores for Venture Capital Fund through the budget.

        Sh. Chautala said that out of the Rs. 200 crores Venture Capital Fund, any woman, SC applicant or any youth who does not have any source of income but has a startup idea, will be able to take advantage of this scheme. SH. Dushyant Chautala said that under the scheme, the state government will cooperate as capital in its investment up to Rs.5 crores. He said that with this the youth will be able to materialize his business idea into reality.

Deputy CM also informed that skilled and employable youth will be made available to private companies. He said that the government has focused on the skill development of the youth of the state and for this the government has established Shri Vishwakarma Skill University in Palwal. Along with this, now ITI institutes of the state will be upgraded by introducing new courses with special focus on education in harmony with the aviation sector. He added that the aviation sector holds great potential in coming times for the youth.

He said that with the commencement of courses related to aviation in ITI institutes, the aviation industry will be able to get skilled youth on time.

Sh. Dushyant Chautala said that under the new vision, the Haryana government wants to promote drones and aviation. He said that for this, a provision has been made in the budget to buy 10 single-engine trainer aircraft and one multi-engine aircraft for pilot training. He said that the government will also bear the cost of foreign language certification test for the youth of the family whose annual income is up to Rs. 6 lakhs. At the same time, 500 youth will be given drone training, which will promote the use of drones in the agriculture sector.

Sh. Chautala said that with the help of drones, insecticides can be sprayed in the fields. With this new technology, farmers will get more profit in a short time.

IEP Chandigarh, February 15

Haryana Home Minister, Sh.  Anil Vij took initiative to affix President’s Colour Badge on the arm of Inspector Naresh Kumar’s uniform and said that Haryana police is the best force in the country and the Union Home Minister, Sh. Amit Shah labelled Haryana Police as “Dhakad” yesterday.

        While interacting with the media persons after the Janta Darbar at PWD Rest House in Ambala Cantt today, Sh. Vij said that Haryana is now among the 10 states of the country that have bagged President’s Colour Award. He said that it is a matter of immense pride for the state that the award is received only after examining the record of the last 25 years. Now this Badge can be affixed on the uniform of constable to the DGP and taking this initiative today it has been started by putting it on the arm of Inspector Naresh Kumar’ uniform in Ambala Cantt.

        It is noteworthy that the Union Home Minister, Sh. Amit Shah presented the ‘President’s Colour’ to the Haryana Police in Karnal on Tuesday as Haryana Police has showcased valour, patience and courage while strengthening law and order situation, ensuring public safety, and making life easy for the citizens.

During the Janta Darbar today, Sh. Vij redressed the problems of the people of Ambala Cantt Assembly Constituency.

IEP Chandigarh, February 11

The Directorate of Medical Education and Research, Haryana, organized a one-day 1st state-level medico-legal conference on the theme ‘Emerging trends in medico-legal Practice’. The conference was organized in collaboration with Kalpana Chawla Government Medical College, Karnal, while the Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Patiala was the knowledge partner for the same.

The chief guest on the occasion, Justice Sh. Rajesh Bindal spoke extensively about the role of information technology in medico-legal practice. He also explained about the software ‘MedLEaPR’, which was conceived by him during his tenure at the Punjab and Haryana High court. Vice Chancellor, RGNUL, Prof. Dr. G.S. Bajpai, was the guest of honour for the event. He spoke about regular sessions to be conducted on the knowledge update of medical professionals on legal issues.

Director, Medical Education and Research Department, Haryana, Dr. Aditya Dahiya said that the conference was held under overall supervision of Additional Chief Secretary, Health and MER, Dr G. Anupama. He said that more such events will be encouraged by the department in future for the medical fraternity from across the state.

During the conference, forensic medicine and forensic science experts from various medical colleges of the region and RGUNL, gave presentations on pertinent topics including medico-legal examination of female victim, sampling of DNA, recent judgements regarding medico-legal practice, medico-legal responsibilities of doctors, among others. The forensic medicine experts also held panel discussions and clarified the queries of the medical officers from the health department.

Chief Commissioner, Haryana Right to Service Commission, Sh. TC Gupta, who was a special invitee, spoke on the effective role a medical professional can play in timely and rightful service delivery to the beneficiaries.  Supreme Court advocate, Manisha Bhandari, practising advocate, Sudeep Vijayan and SSO, FSL, Madhuban, Garima Chaudhary were amongst other key speakers.

IEP Chandigarh, February 9

Haryana Chief Minister while terming the State as a pre-eminent Investment destination invited the member countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to invest in the State.

        “Since 2019, we have received an investment of US $ 5.22 billion. Besides this, the State’s export has also increased to Rs 2.17 lakh crore, informed, Sh. Manohar Lal during the meeting with the SCO members at Surajkund, Faridabad.

        He assured the member countries for full cooperation from the State Government in setting up their business ventures in Haryana. Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. D. S. Dhesi, Chief Secretary, Sh. Sanjeev Kaushal, Additional Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Dr. Amit Agrawal and representatives of various countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and other dignitaries also remained present during the meeting. 

SCO’s participation in the Surajkund International Crafts Mela will play a key role in strengthening global economies

        The Chief Minister said that the participation of the SCO in the Surajkund International Crafts Mela will work to bring the countries onto the global stage and strengthen their economies.

        “The Surajkund International Crafts Mela has been organized here since 1987. It has made a mark on the world map. Today Haryana is among the rapidly growing states. The participation of various countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in this Mela is very pivotal as artists of every country are proudly displaying the unique colours of their culture and are showcasing the best of its heritage in the form of handicrafts and performing arts,” said Sh. Manohar Lal.

        “Besides, B2B (Business to Business), B2C (Business to Customer), and G2G (Government to Government) connections, Haryana believes doing business with H2H, means Heart to Heart connection,” said Sh. Manohar Lal.

We are among the leading states on the parameters of economic development

        The Chief Minister informed that Haryana is also among the leading states on the parameters of economic development. The offices of 400 Fortune companies of the world are set up in Gurugram, the Economic Capital of the state. 

“Haryana is a leading software exporter of the country. It ranks second in the country and first in North India in terms of providing logistic facilities to industries. More than half of the State’s area comes in NCR. We are developing it as a logistic hub to increase industry and trade in this region,” informed Sh. Manohar Lal.

Haryana is among the top achievers category in the State Ease of Doing Business ranking

        The Chief Minister said that Haryana is a leader in the manufacturing of many products like cars, two-wheelers, tractors, scientific instruments, footwear etc. About 50 percent of the country’s four-wheelers are manufactured in Haryana, he added.

        “Today more than 1,000 industrial units are established in the state. These include Siemens, Suzuki, GE, Honda, Smithkline Beecham, JCB, Hollister, Harvel, Osram, Mitsubishi, IBM, Yokohama, Alcatel, POSCO, LG, Perfetti, Johnson Matthey, Becton Dickinson, Caparo and Harley Davidson. The state has excellent air, rail and road connectivity,” informed Sh. Manohar Lal.

        He said that Haryana is swiftly taking forward the Prime Minister’s vision of making India a $5 trillion economy by 2024. For this, emphasis is being laid on enabling policies, availability of quality infrastructure and ease of doing business, industry-friendly environment and incentives.

        “Haryana Enterprises and Employment Policy-2020 have been formulated specially to promote industries. We have also formulated a new policy to promote the manufacturing of electric vehicles in the state. Maruti Suzuki is setting up a third plant on 800 acres at IMT Kharkhoda, which will manufacture electric vehicles,” informed Sh. Manohar Lal. 

Dedicated efforts are being made to promote Tourism

        The Chief Minister said that Haryana also has immense possibilities for tourism. In order to develop the state as a tourism hub, a Safari Park is being developed in Gurugram and Nuh in the Aravalli Mountain range. This will be the biggest project in the world. The world’s largest safari park will be set up in an area of 10,000 acres in Gurugram and Nuh districts shared Sh. Manohar Lal.

Secretary, Foreign Affairs, Government of India, Sh. Sanjay Verma said that Haryana is the fastest-growing state in the country today. 

“Haryana has made tremendous progress in all fields in the recent past,” he added.

        Praising the Surajkund Mela, he said that when he was a student, he had visited this Mela. At that time it gave a glimpse of a small garden party, but today after 36 years, he is happy to see that this Mela has become of international level.

He said that this Mela is not only the pride of Haryana but also of the entire India. 

He called upon the members of SCO nations to invest in India.

IEP Chandigarh, January 19

Haryana Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala said that the reasonable demands of PWD mechanical workers working in the field will be fulfilled, and directions have been given to the departmental officers in this regard.

A delegation of the PWD Mechanical Workers Union met Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala today in Chandigarh. The delegation submitted a memorandum of their demands. The workers working in the field of the department demanded an increase in the allowances given to the drivers for uniforms, shoes etc. and lathis, blankets, batteries to the watchmen.

Sh. Dushyant Chautala called the higher officers of the PWD department on the spot and directed them to prepare a proposal after departmental assessment and evaluation of the reasonable demands of the PWD workers.

IEP Chandigarh, January 19

To mark the occasion of National Girl Child Day, being celebrated every year on January 24, Haryana Government has decided to honour a cash prize of Rs. 6,24,900 to 86 daughters of the state. Besides this, certificate of appreciation will also be given to each of them.

        In this regard, Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda held a meeting with the officials of the concerned departments here today.

        Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda said that as a result of the various schemes launched by the Central and State Governments for the welfare of daughters, they are getting great opportunities to excel in their career. Besides this, the Haryana girls have brought laurels to the country by their outstanding performance at National and International level events. Such girls who have made remarkable achievements in various fields will be honoured with appreciation certificate and cash prize.

        Minister of State for Women and Child Development said that on the occasion of National Girl Child Day, a cash prize of Rs. 11,000 will be given to the girls performed outstanding work in the field of sports, education, cultural and social work. Besides this, a cash prize of Rs. 5100, 2100 and 1100 with an appreciation certificate will be given to the girls performed at various National Level events.

Among those present in the meeting include Women and Child Development, Director, Ms. Monica Malik, Additional Director of Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Ms. Smt. Pooja Chanwaria, Joint Director of Women and Child Development, Dr. Poonam Raman and other senior officers.

IEP Chandigarh, January 13

In order to prevent any potential fire mishap, Haryana Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala directed the officers of the “Fire and Emergency Services” to set up “foam-tender fire-fighting vehicles” at all of the state’s airstrips. Additionally, he gave the go-ahead to establish a Fire and Emergency Services training centre and explore the viability of establishing a new certificate course in the state to periodically train departmental staff.

        The Deputy Chief Minister was presiding over the departmental review meeting of ‘Fire and Emergency Services’ here today. Sh. Dushyant Chautala presided over the first meeting as soon as he got the charge of ‘Fire and Emergency Services’ department.

        During the review meeting of the department, he discussed in detail about the departmental working system, organizational structure and available staff and requirements.

        He directed the officers to ensure the purchase of hydraulic fire tender vehicles to control fire incidents in multi-storey buildings ranging from 14 floors to 80 floors in the big cities like Gurugram, Faridabad, Sonepat, Panchkula, Rewari, Bahadurgarh, Panipat etc.

        He said that with the purchase of hydraulic fire tender vehicles, the state’s residents will be protected from the harm caused by fire. Previously, vehicles had to be called from Delhi State or from institutions like the airport to extinguish the fire in case of fire in High-rise building.

        The Deputy Chief Minister was apprised that till now there is only one training centre for ‘Fire and Emergency Services’ in Manesar, on which Sh. Dushyant Chautala directed the officers that state-of-the-art training of ‘Fire and Emergency Services’ should be started at a suitable place in the state. He added that the process of establishing the advanced training centre should be expedited so that the employees can be equipped with new equipment. He also asked to explore the possibilities of starting a diploma course related to ‘Fire and Emergency Services’ in this centre so that the youth of the state can get employment post training in private institutions as well.

        Sh. Dushyant Chautala directed the departmental officers to inspect the fire-safety equipment of high-rise buildings, crowded places, malls, theaters etc. in the state so that any accidental fire incidents can be prevented.

        He directed the officers to make an SOP so that on receiving the information of fire, according to the place and distance, the extinguishing vehicle and equipment can be arranged, this will curb the damages caused by the fire.

        Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Sh. T.V.S.N Prasad, Director General, Fire Services, Sh. D.K. Behera, OSD to Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Kamlesh Bhadoo, besides other senior officers were present on the occasion.

IEP Chandigarh, January 10

Haryana Police has cracked the sensational doctor’s murder that took place in Kurukshetra on January 9, 2023 within 15 hours and arrested five miscreants who had looted cash and jewellery after a brief exchange of fire.

While giving information here today, a spokesman of Haryana Police said that when the police team chasing the accused on Pehwa-Dhand road and asked them to surrender, the miscreants started firing at the team. In retaliation, one of the accused got injured and was admitted in hospital for treatment. Police has also recovered 4 desi katta and one country made pistol from their possession.

Out of the five accused, four are residents of district Kaithal and one hails from district Aligarh in Uttar Pradesh.

The accused of killing a lady Doctor in Sector-13, Kurukshetra had escaped after committing loot in the house. The Superintendent of Police Kurukshetra Sh. Surinder Singh Bhoria had constituted a Special Investigation Team to crack the case.

Working on the intelligence and other inputs, police has arrested the accused after a brief exchange of fire.

On January 9, 2023, the accused entered a house located on first floor Atul Clinic in Kurukshetra and killed lady Doctor Vinita Arora besides looting cash and jewellery.

Police remand will be taken by producing the accused in the court for recovery of looted cash and jewelry.

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occasion, Khattar announced the decentralization of the powers of Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) and giving more autonomy to these small governments to speed up the development works being done in rural areas. Khattar further announced that from now onwards, the Sarpanches, and Chairman of Panchayat Samitis and Zilla Parishads can accord administrative approval for the development works up to Rs. 2 lakh at their level only. No tenders will be floated for all such works, said Khattar. The Chief Minister informed that Junior Engineers can give technical approval for works up to Rs 2 lakh. Similarly, SDO can give technical approval for works ranging from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 25 lakh. Short-term tenders will be floated for these works through Haryana Engineering Works Portal. Likewise, XEN will give technical approval for works ranging from Rs 25 lakh to Rs 1 crore. The technical approval for the works ranging from Rs 1 crore to Rs 2.5 crore will be given by the Superintending Engineer and the approval of the works above Rs 2.5 crore will be given by the Chief Engineer, informed Khattar. He said that Gram Panchayats also have fixed deposits. Out of these deposits, up to Rs 50 lakh in a year or 10 percent of the deposits, whichever is higher, can be released by the Deputy Commissioner, for any required developmental works to be executed in the villages. “If more than this amount is to be released from these deposits, then the Deputy Commissioner will refer the matter to the State Government,” informed Khattar. The Chief Minister informed that if any PRI falls short of the amount in executing their development works, then the additional amount of Rs 25 lakh given by the State Government will be directly released to the PRIs. However, Rural Development Department will get all the works done above Rs. 25 lakh, informed Khattar. The Chief Minister said that the administrative approval for the work ranging from Rs 25 lakh to Rs 1 crore will be given by the Director, Rural Development Department, and technical approval will be given by XEN. Meanwhile, administrative approval for work ranging from Rs 1 crore to Rs 2.5 crore will be given by the Administrative Secretary of concerned department, while the technical approval for all such works ranging of the same amount will be given by the superintending Engineer. The Chief Minister further informed that administrative approval for the development work ranging from Rs 2.5 to Rs. 10 crore will be given by the concerned Minister, while the technical approval will be accorded by the Chief Engineer. He said that administrative approval for the works above Rs 10 crore will be sent to the Chief Minister for final approval, while the technical approval will be given by the Chief Engineer. The Chief Minister informed that with this new system, the execution of development works will be done at a faster pace.Khattar said that the government allocates 7 percent of its revenue to PRIs and Municipal Bodies for development works according to the population size of villages and cities. However, 2 percent is kept in reserve so that additional funds can be provided to financially weak Panchayati Raj institutions and municipal bodies. Additional Principal Secretary to Chief Minister and Director General, Information, Public Relations and Languages Department, Dr Amit Agarwal, Additional Director, Information, Public Relations and Languages Department Vivek Kalia were also present on the occasion.

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Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Monday said that the Common Eligibility Test (CET) has been conducted for the recruitment of Group C posts, the result of which is going to be declared soon. The recruitment of around 40,000 Group C posts will be advertised once the results are declared. Besides this, the CET exam will also be conducted soon for the recruitment of Group-D posts, and about 17,000 to 20,000 posts will be recruited, he added.

Addressing the media persons, Khattar said that the CET examination is valid for 3 years. Although the CET exam will be conducted every year, any candidate who wants to improve his/her score can re-appear in the exam.

Describing the CMIE unemployment figures as baseless and beyond facts, the Chief Minister said that these figures are based on a very small survey sample. Earlier, the same agency had shown Haryana’s unemployment rate of 2 percent. Khattar informed that in the last 8 years, 50,000 MSME industries have been set up in Haryana. Besides this, 33,06,635 people have got employment opportunities through the private sector and self-employment opportunities.  “Loans have been provided to 16.85 lakh youths under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana and 38,000 youths have got self-employment opportunities under Pradhan Mantri Swanidhi Yojana.  Similarly, more than 12.64 lakh youth have got employment in several industrial units,” Khattar added. He further shared that through Antyodaya Utthan Melas, loan applications of around 34,000 applicants have been sanctioned. 

Besides this, around 27,516 applicants have got employment through Rozgar Melas. Also, more than 1 lakh youth have got government jobs on merit basis. He further informed that 1500 different trades have been identified by Shri Vishwakarma Skill University to provide skill training to the youth. The University has tied up with 50 industrial units and these units are providing training as per the need of the industries, shared Sh. Manohar Lal.