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Cabinet Minister participates annual function of Maharaja Aggarsen Senior Secondary School, Tohana

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Development and Panchayats Minister, Sh. Devender Singh Babli participated as the chief guest in the annual function of Maharaja Aggarsen Senior Secondary School, Tohana. During the function Sh. Babli distributed prizes to the talented students and also paid tribute to the first female teacher Smt. Savitribai Phule.

Sh.Babli encouraged the students to preserve the environment and to promote afforestation. “We learn lot from school, it aim is to prepares us for the obstacles and uncertain circumstances of life” said the Development and Panchayats Minister.

He mentioned that in a child’s life 2 mentors are there who play the most significant role, Parents and teacher and one should always follow their advice and should walk in their footsteps for a bright future.

Highlighting the importance of healthy and beautiful childhood Sh. Babli said that the parents should never pressurise any child and should always encourage them to pursue their field of interest to make their future bright and beautiful.

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Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra in Haryana Facilitates Massive Screenings and Ayushman Card Distribution

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Haryana Chief Secretary, Mr. Sanjeev Kaushal said that the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ has garnered a substantial participation, with over 3.2 million individuals as of January 2nd.

While reviewing the both central and state development schemes, Mr. Kaushal instructed Additional Chief Secretaries to collaborate with Additional Deputy Commissioners (ADCs) in regularly monitoring their implementation. He emphasized the need for establishing clear timeframes for achieving targets and urged them to convene regular meetings with bankers to ensure timely disbursal of benefits under various welfare schemes. Furthermore, Mr. Kaushal stressed the importance of ADC involvement, making them personally responsible for ensuring that beneficiaries encounter no difficulties in accessing loans and other benefits under these schemes.

During a review of the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra,’ Mr. Kaushal highlighted the immediate issuance of 711,130 Ayushman Bharat Cards at Yatra events, showcasing its extensive reach and effectiveness. This impressive figure was further complemented about 600,000 individuals receiving comprehensive medical screenings, including targeted evaluations for 400,000 for TB and 21,671 for sickle cell. These remarkable achievements reaffirm the government’s unwavering commitment to providing accessible healthcare for all, extending beyond specific diseases to address diverse health needs through the Yatra’s initiatives.

As of January 2, 2024, a total of 102,553 awards recognized outstanding achievements, celebrating women achievers (25,590), exemplary students (38,295), and contributions from local artists (5,141) and athletes (5,407). Agriculture received a major boost with 8,486 Kisan Credit Cards issued and 56,356 new beneficiaries registered under the PM Kisan scheme, showcasing the emphasis on ‘Satat Krishi’ advancements. Technological interventions took center stage through 56,356 drone demonstrations, while significant strides were made in land record digitization and ensuring water accessibility in over 85% of households.

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Illegal cuts on National Highways should be closed, Hry Transport Minister directs officers

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In a proactive move towards enhancing road safety, Haryana Transport Minister, Sh. Mool Chand Sharma chaired a pivotal meeting of the State Road Safety Council held here today. During the meeting, he emphasized the imperative need to transform National Highway-44 into a zero-tolerance zone, aiming to curb accidents and enhance overall safety standards. He also directed the officers to immediately close all unauthorized cuts on these roads to ensure control over accidents. He emphasized taking strict action against illegal cuts made in front of dhabas and petrol pumps on national highways.

The Minister said that the goal is to reduce accidents on roads. To control accidents, increased patrolling on national and state highways is essential. He emphasized prompt completion of work related to accident-prone points, speed breakers, signage boards, road markings, cat eyes, and black spots. He further directed the officers concerned to immediately address illegal cuts on National Highways, particularly those in front of dhabas and petrol pumps, by registering FIRs.

The Transport Minister stressed the importance of road safety, especially during foggy weather. He directed the departments to install reflectors and reflective tape on roads, tractors, trailers, buses, and other vehicles to enhance visibility. He also emphasized placing reflective tape on the horns of stray animals to prevent accidents. Reducing road accidents is our responsibility, he added.

Sh. Mool Chand Sharma directed forest department officers to timely trim trees on road edges to prevent animals from hiding behind them, thus avoiding accidents. He also directed the officers of the Excise and Taxation Department to use GPS to locate liquor shops under the New Excise Policy.

He said the initiation of the Integrated Road Accident Database (IRAD) project by the Ministry of Transport, Government of India, which has been implemented in Haryana. Various departments, including police, health, NHAI, PWD, HSIIDC, and local bodies, are involved in this project to work on road safety at the state and district levels. All departments submit their reports on this portal.

The Minister said that the National Road Safety Week will be observed from January 11 to 17 in all 22 districts to educate the public about the consequences of reckless driving. He encouraged organizing presentations and workshops in schools, community centres, and workplaces to raise awareness about road safety rules.

Sh. Mool Chand Sharma directed departments namely Civic Bodies, Development and Panchayat, Health, Public Works (Buildings and Roads), Education, Transport, Forest, Excise and Taxation, Police, Marketing Board, HSIIDC, and NHAI to prepare action plans related to road safety by January 15, 2024. He also directed the officers of these departments to attend the upcoming Road Safety Council meeting in March with full preparedness.

Additional Chief Secretary and Financial Commissioner, Revenue and Disaster Management, Sh. TVSN Prasad, Principal Secretary, Transport Department, Sh. Navdeep Singh Virk, Director General, Information, Public Relations, Language and Culture Department and Mines and Geology Department, Sh. Mandip Singh Brar, IG Traffic, Sh. Hardeep Doon, Transport Commissioner, Sh. Yashendra Singh and senior officers of various departments also remained present on this occasion.

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Development and Panchayats Minister welcomes the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra at the villages of Tohana

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Haryana Minister of Development and Panchayats, Sh. Devender Singh Babli, welcomed the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra at the villages of Tohana – Diwana, Nathuwal, Ratta Theh, and Dher. The Minister of Development and Panchayats, Sh. Devender Singh Babli, stated that the present government has worked towards eliminating corruption while ensuring that the benefits of schemes reach the citizens directly. Expressing gratitude towards the Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal for waiving off crores of rupees of the outstanding water charges, along with surcharge and interest, he said that the government has ensured that the direct benefits of the schemes reach the citizens.

Sh. Babli addressed the beneficiaries at the programme and administered an oath to make the country ‘Viksit’ Developed. He also inspected stalls displaying the plans of various departments.

Sh. Babli highlighted the government’s focus is on ensuring that the welfare schemes reach the last person standing in the queue. Through the Yatra, information about government-implemented schemes is being disseminated to the public through stalls set up by various departments. This includes details about Ayushman Cards, Chirayu Cards, Old Age Samman Allowance scheme and other Agriculture Department-related schemes, along with other initiatives.

The Minister of Development and Panchayats emphasized that the decision to waive off crores of rupees in water charges, including surcharge and interest, taken during the cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, aims to provide significant relief to rural families.

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Haryana Cabinet Minister Devender Singh Babli perform Bhoomi Pujan of NH-148B in Tohana to be built at a cost of Rs 149 crore

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Haryana Development and Panchayat Minister Sh. Devender Singh Babli performed  ‘Bhoomi Pujan’ of NH-148B in Tohana to be built at a cost of Rs 149 crore. He said that for people to commute easily such projects are being undertaken which is beneficial for the traffic regulation too.

This road will be widened from seven meters to ten meters. This road from Surewala Chowk passing through Tohana city to the Punjab border will be given an attractive look by making a divider in the middle of the town. In addition, Sh.Babli also inaugurated various development works in the villages of Dangra, Laloda, and Dhani Bhojraj.

He said that Tohana is making good progress in terms of development. Either there are various developmental works which have been completed or are in progress. Such includes the construction of a 100-bed hospital, a modern bus stand and commuters will get relief after the NH- 148B construction.

He said other underway projects which includes Rasulpur medical college, widening of Tohana-Kulan-Ratia road at a cost of Rs.80 crore, a flyover wil be built in Jamalpur at a cost of Rs.36 Crore and improvement of the drinking water supply in the region. A project to supply canal water to Jakhal at a cost of Rs 38 crore is underway. Besides for  increasing the capacity of water tanks in Tohana city, a water pipeline is also being built at a cost of Rs.90 crore.

Sh.Babli stated that the state government is committed towards the development of the rural areas for which the government had released a grant of Rs 1100 crore to Gram Panchayats and a grant of Rs 1500 crore for development works is given and similar amout of grant will be given to the Panchayats by March.

He further stated that the government is moving forward with 9-point programmes providing basic facilities in the villages  including Gym, library, women’s culture centre, community centre, street light, CCTV cameras, waste management, grey water management and other.

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Government Strenuously Striving to Integrate Antyodaya Families into the Mainstream of Society: Hry Minister

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Haryana Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda stressed upon the importance of public participation in achieving Prime Minister Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047. Minister, Kamlesh Dhanda was attending a programme organised under the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ programme held in the villages of Fariyabad and Serdha in the Kaithal district.

The ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra’ program has been initiated to extend the benefits of central and state government schemes to the beneficiaries at the grassroots level. During the event, Minister Kamlesh Dhanda inspected various stalls set up by different departments and took an overview of the facilities provided. She took the opportunity to pledge the development of a self-reliant and prosperous India for everyone present. Addressing the gathering, she said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal, development initiatives are uniformly progressing across the state and the nation. Both the country and the state are steadfastly advancing on the path of growth. The government has effectively rolled out welfare schemes benefiting various sections of society, including farmers, laborers, women, businessmen and workers.

Minister, Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda also interacted with the beneficiaries, stating that everyone’s support is crucial to fulfill the commitment of making India self-reliant and developed by the year 2047. She highlighted that the ‘Viksit Bharat Sankalp’ yatra is dedicated to disseminating information about government schemes aimed at the well-being and upliftment of the people. During the event, she addressed the issues raised by the rural population and directed officers for immediate resolution.

As part of the programme, Minister Kamlesh Dhanda distributed free gas connections, gas cylinders, and gas stoves under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana to the beneficiaries in the village. Minister, Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda stated that the goal of ‘self-reliant and developed’ India can only be achieved when the poor and marginalized are also included in the mainstream of development. She said that the present central and state government are strenuously working to bring ‘Antyodaya’ families of the country and the state into the mainstream through various schemes such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana, Ayushman Bharat Scheme, PM SVANidhi, Ujjwala Yojana, among others. She emphasized that one of the objectives of the “Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra” is to ensure that eligible individuals benefit from various schemes implemented by the central and state governments.

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Purohit inaugurates Advanced Paediatric Centre at Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) -16, Chandigarh

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The Advanced Paediatric Centre at Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) -16, Chandigarh, was inaugurated today by the Hon’ble Governor of Punjab and Administrator of U.T, Chandigarh, Sh. Banwarilal Purohit. The inauguration took place in the esteemed presence of Dr. Vijay Namdeorao Zade, IAS Adviser to the Administrator, and Sh. Ajay Chagti, IAS, Secretary Health. 

 The ceremony witnessed the participation of key dignitaries including Dr. Suman Singh, Director Health & Family Welfare-cum-Mission Director (NHM), Sh. Kapil Setia, Chief Architect, Sh. C.B. Ojha, Chief Engineer, and Dr. V.K. Nagpal, Medical Superintendent, GMSH-16, alongside other senior officials and healthcare professionals from the Health Department, U.T, Chandigarh.

 Established as a 32-bedded Paediatric Care Unit, the Advanced Paediatric Centre received approval from the Government of India under the Emergency COVID-19 Response and Health System Preparedness package – Phase II (ECRP- Phase II). A budget of Rs. 225 lakhs was allocated by the Government of India for infrastructure preparedness and the establishment of the Paediatric Centre of Excellence. The Advanced Paediatric Centre (APC) aims to deliver high-quality, state-of-the-art specialized care to paediatric patients.

 It features a 12-bedded hybrid ICU unit comprising 4 ventilator beds and 8 High Dependency Unit (HDU) beds. Additionally, the centre includes 20 oxygen-supported beds and offers services such as EEG, Echocardiography, and Ultrasonography. Round-the-clock services like X-Ray, ECG, sample collection, pharmacy, blood transfusion, nebulisation, etc., are available to manage sick and critical patients. Notably, tele-consultation services are provided in collaboration with PGIMER, Chandigarh, serving as a Centre of Excellence.

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Punjab Governor interacts with 18 IAS Probationers, Encourages Dedication for National Welfare

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The Punjab Raj Bhawan witnessed an inspirational exchange of ideas, experiences and aspirations between the seasoned leader and the young civil servants as ShriBanwari Lal Purohit, the Governor of Punjab and Administrator, UT, Chandigarh met with 18 IAS probationers, igniting a spirited dialogue on the importance of integrity and commitment in serving the nation.

​In an enlightening session at the Punjab Raj Bhawan, the Governor shared profound insights with the young aspirants and gave them “Mool Mantra” of content life which he described as transparency in work, time Management, simple living, humility and honesty.

​Addressing them, the Governor highlighted the significance of upholding honesty and diligence in their endeavors, underscoring that the civil services are not just a profession but a solemn commitment towards the betterment of society and the nation at large.

​“It’s imperative to uphold the values of integrity and dedication as pillars of your service. Your role transcends mere governance; it’s about catalyzing positive change, addressing society issues, and fostering inclusive development,” remarked the Governor during the engagement.

​The Governor passionately exhorted the probationers to be proactive in identifying and addressing the challenges faced by the society, underscoring the need for innovative solutions and empathetic governance.

​Expressing his confidence in the abilities of the young probationers, the Governor encouraged them to navigate their careers with a sense of purpose, empathy, and unwavering dedication.

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Rename your political gimmick as ‘Akali Dal ton Punjab Bacha Lo Yatra’: CM to Akalis

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IEP Chandigarh, January 4:

 Slamming the Shiromani Akali Dal for its proposed political gimmick in the state, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday said that real name of yatra must be ‘Akali Dal ton Punjab Bacha Lo Yatra’ as Akalis have mercilessly ruining the state during their 15 years old misrule.

          In a statement issued here today, the Chief Minister said that for 15 years Akalis have plundered the state mercilessly besides bruising the psyche of Punjabis emotionally. He said that owing to this only the oldest political party of the state is today in dire straits and after ruling the state for the longest period they have been confined to three seats today. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that people are well aware of the dubious character of the Akalis and Badal family due to which their theatricals won’t work now.

          The Chief Minister reminded the Akalis that Punjab had lagged behind in every sphere during their long misrule. He said that apart from it Akalis can’t be absolved from the sins like desecration of Sri Guru Granth Sahib ji and patronization of gangsters and drug mafia. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that people won’t ever forget that when the entire Punjab had stood against the draconian farm laws at that time Akalis had shamelessly stood with the BJP led Union government for their vested political interests.

          The Chief Minister said that the list of anti-Punjab stance of Akali Dal in general and Badal family is too long so the need of hour is to further send them into political oblivion. He dared the Akalis to list even a single achievement of their government during their long stint in power. Bhagwant Singh Mann quipped that even the two MPs of Akali Dal viz Sukhbir Singh Badal and Harsimrat Kaur Badal have never bothered to raise any issue pertaining to interests of the state or its people in the Lok Sabha.

          The Chief Minister said that the proposed yatra is nothing more than an exercise to mislead the people and score brownie points before the media. However, he said that the people of state are well aware of the anti-Punjab and anti-people character of Akalis and they will never forgive them. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that people of the state will never forget and forgive Akalis for sinister moves against Punjab.

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Revenue department to hold special camps for registration of pending mutation cases on January 6 across Punjab

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On the directions of the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Revenue Department has taken a unique initiative and will organize special camps to address the backlog of pending mutation cases across Punjab on January 6 (Saturday).

          Disclosing this here on Thursday, the Revenue Minister Mr. Bram Shanker Jimpa said that in a major step towards smooth delivery of the services of the Revenue Department, officers and employees would be present in Revenue Offices throughout Punjab on January 6, working on the holiday to register the pending mutations.

          Jimpa urged the public to take advantage of the special camp, assuring that authorities have been instructed to promptly register all pending mutations during the event, minimizing inconvenience for the public.

          Highlighting his commitment to expediting the process, Jimpa stated that he is actively monitoring the disposal of pending mutations, emphasizing the importance of completing the work within a defined timeline. He categorically directed officials to avoid negligence, emphasizing that any lapses in the legitimate functioning would not be tolerated and erring officers and employees will not be spared at any cost.

          He said that Revenue Department also issued a helpline number 8184900002 for filing complaints regarding the functioning of Revenue Department. NRIs can register their complaints on 9464100168. These numbers are for written complaints only.

          The Revenue Minister underlined the Punjab Government’s commitment, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, to streamline administrative functioning. He said that 43 administrative services are already being offered to people in their homes, and efforts are underway to streamline all aspects of the Revenue Department to prevent property-related disputes.

          The Minister said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann is diligently involved in streamlining the functioning of the Revenue Department and is conducting surprise visits to the tehsils of Punjab. Recently CM visited Hoshiarpur tehsil complex. The minister said that following the CM’s example, he will also conduct surprise visits to Tehsil offices in the upcoming days, aiming to evaluate ongoing work and address any potential issues faced by the public in obtaining administrative services.