IEP Chandigarh, April 25

    In order to facilitate the residents of the state to track their revenue record a helpline number 8184900002 was launched by the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, a few days back, which was inadvertently mentioned as 8194900002.          Disclosing this here today a spokesperson of the Punjab government said that the inconvenience caused in this regard is regretted adding that people can take benefit of the Revenue helpline by dialing 8184900002. 

IEP Chandigarh, April 25

The Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has provided government jobs to more than Twenty eight thousands youth on the basis of merit within a year.In the same context Miss Kirandeep Kaur, Village Jangpura District Mohali said that she has been appointed as Clerk (Accounts) in Local Government Department.  She said that by joining the government job, she created an example for other youths that if they study hard and diligently, children from ordinary families can also join the government job in the “Aam Aadmi Party” government.Miss Kirandeep Kaur said that many historic decisions have been taken by the Punjab government for the welfare of the people of the state due to the pro-people thinking of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. In which providing employment to the youth of the state on the basis of merit is the main objective of the Punjab government. In this direction, the Punjab government has completed the selection process of recruitment in a transparent manner, as a result of which children from ordinary families have got government jobs.Miss Kirandeep Kaur also said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has also proved his point that his PEN will work for the welfare of the people. She said that I am confident that she will also use her PEN for the welfare of the common people due to the inspiration received from Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

IEP CHANDIGARH, April 25

          On the occasion of World Malaria Day, Punjab Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Balbir Singh on Tuesday urged people of Punjab to strictly adhere to advisories issued by the Health Department to protect themselves from vector borne diseases including Malaria.

          “With the onset of summer season, the breeding of mosquitoes increases as the environment becomes suitable for mosquito breeding,” he said, adding that these mosquitoes are called vectors because they are carriers of various diseases, which spread among humans. 

          Dr Balbir Singh said that keeping the goal of eliminating malaria from the country by the year 2030, all the officials of the health department have been instructed to intensify the anti-malaria activities, besides, increasing the active surveillance of the disease.

          He said that the department has already made adequate arrangements for the prevention of malaria disease and various teams of the health department are constantly sensitising people on how to protect themselves from this deadly disease. “Testing and treatment of Malaria is absolutely free in all the government health institutions,” he added.

          Terming that industries, local government, schools and colleges, Anganwadi etc could play a pivotal role in the fight against malaria, the Health Minister directed all the civil surgeons to hold an inter-departmental meetings with these institutions under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioners to jointly fight and eliminate malaria from the state.

          Director Health and Family Welfare Dr Adarshpal Kaur said that malaria is a life-threatening disease that spreads among human beings via bite of an infected female Anopheles mosquito. “This mosquito breeds in clean water and bites only in late evening or early morning,” she said.

          She explained that early symptoms may be mild, similar to febrile illness, which could be difficult to recognise as malaria. The mild symptoms of malaria include fever, chills and headache, while severe symptoms could lead to fatigue, nausea and breathing difficulties.

          She advised people to use mosquito repellent creams or other means to prevent themselves from malaria. Mosquito breeding can also be averted by spraying black oil in ponds, she added.

          Meanwhile, Director Dr Adarshpal Kaur accompanied by Director Health Services (FW) Dr Ravinderpal Kaur has also released a poster to sensitise people about symptoms and precautions to protect themselves from vector-borne diseases.

IEP Sri Anandpur Sahib, April 25

Aiming to provide sand and gravel at affordable rates to people, Punjab Government led by Chief Minister Mr. Bhagwant Mann is making persistent efforts and also opened several public mines at different locations in Punjab to crackdown against sand mafia, said cabinet minister Harjot Singh Bains here today.During a joint meeting with the mining and police administration of Anandpur Sahib here today, Harjot Singh Bains said that illegal mining would not be tolerated under any circumstances by the Mann government. He said that if anyone indulges in illegal mining, action will be initiated against them at once as per rules.He said that if there was laxity on the part of any officer is detected, the stern action will also be taken against the concerned erring officer for dereliction of duty.He informed that 18 FIRs have been registered in Sri Anandpur Sahib from January to March 2023 in connection with illegal mining. Cases have been registered and challans have been submitted to the court in 13 of these cases. The court has imposed a fine of Rs 25 lakh in these cases, he said.Mr. Bains said that 29 RSMs notices have been issued under Sri Anandpur Sahib area. Apart from this, 37,484 metric tonnes of sand has also been seized. Similarly, the state government has earned a tax income of Rs 7.76 crore from minerals being brought from other states in three months, the cabinet minister said.Giving details of Ropar area, Harjot Singh Bains said that six cases have been registered in ropar in the last three months in connection with illegal mining, in which the court has imposed a fine of Rs 9.5 lakh. Apart from this, five RSMs notices were also issued and an income of Rs 1.99 crore has been received from sand and gravel being brought from other states.Reiterating his government’s firm commitment towards sand mafia, the Cabinet Minister said that illegal mining in the state would not be tolerated at all by the Punjab Government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. He said the government machinery has been assigned to curb illegal mining.

IEP Chandigarh, April 25 

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday unveiled a book showcasing the pro-people initiatives of the various departments of the state government. Releasing the book compiled by the efforts of Deputy Commissioner Barnala Punamdeep Kaur, the Chief Minister lauded the book as an excellent initiative by the district administration. He said that the book ‘Pahunch’ will help the people a lot by making them aware of the pro-people initiatives of the state government. Bhagwant Mann said that the book highlights 285 schemes of the 44 departments of the state government which are benefitting the common man. Likewise, the Chief Minister also said that the book also throw light on 400 schemes that are facilitating the common man through the Sewa Kendras. He said that the books will be distributed free of cost to generate maximum awareness amongst the masses. Bhagwant Mann lauded this out of box initiative taken by the district administration under the able leadership of the Deputy Commissioner. The Chief Minister further appealed all the Deputy Commissioners to take such steps in their respective districts also. He said that this step can act as a pivotal in dissemination of the information pertaining to citizen centric and development oriented policies of the state government amongst the people. Bhagwant Mann said that such initiatives are need of hour for making people an active partners in the functioning of government. On the occasion Additional Chief Secretary to CM A Venuprasad and Deputy Commissioner Punamdeep Kaur were also present.

IEP Chandigarh, April 25 

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday said that it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction for all that the Punjab Police was fully capable of dealing with any type of untoward situation arising in the state. The Chief Minister, while chairing a review meeting with the officers of the Punjab  Police, said that Punjab Police is a professional force fully competent to handle any law and order situation within the State. He said that Punjab Police has dealt with terrorism effectively in the past, which speaks volumes of its professional capability adding that in future also the force will carry forward this legacy. Bhagwant Mann expressed hope that the Punjab Police will uphold its glorious tradition to perform their duty with utmost zeal and professional integrity. The Chief Minister further asserted that Punjab Police has always played a vanguard role in the security of the country besides deftly maintaining the law and order situation in its every nook and corner. Likewise, he said that it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction that the Police personnel have always upheld the tradition of making unparalleled and supreme sacrifices while performing their duty to maintain the national integrity besides strengthening the bonds of communal harmony, peace and brotherhood. Bhagwant Mann said that the great heroes of Punjab Police have rendered exemplary services to uphold the rich legacy and ethics of the state Police force. Dwelling on another agenda, the Chief Minister underscored the need for modernization of Police on scientific lines. He said that apart from discharging its core duty of maintaining law and order, the Punjab Police has always safeguarded the interests of the country and its people. Bhagwant Mann said that in the changing scenario the challenges for the force have increased manifold due to which modernization is the need of hour to combat them effectively.   On the occasion Additional Chief Secretary to CM A Venuprasad, Principal Secretary Home Anurag Verma, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav and others were also present.

IEP CHANDIGARH, April 25      

    In order to ensure security at all the religious places and keeping strict vigil on mischievous elements, Punjab Police on Tuesday conducted a special checking at all such institutions including Gurdwaras, Temples and Churches to review the security arrangements and make sure that closed-circuit Television (CCTv) cameras are installed and working. The checking was conducted in all the 28 Police districts of the state on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav.          Special DGP Law and Order Arpit Shukla said that CPs/SSPs were directed to depute one team under additional Station House Officer (SHO) of each police station to visit all the religious places in their jurisdiction and hold security review meetings with the members of management committees.          At least 549 Police teams, involving 2800 Police personnel, carried out checking at as many as 7612 Gurdwaras, 2236 Temples and 795 Churches across the state, he added.          Special DGP Arpit Shukla also urged management committees of all the Gurdwaras, Temples and Churches to always remain alert and vigilant to prevent any untoward incident at their respective religious institutions. He asked them to ensure weekly checking of CCTv cameras to make sure that they are in working condition.          He also advised the management committees to depute security guards at the entry gate of their respective religious places.          Meanwhile, CPs/SSPs are also directed to increase Police Patrolling around all the religious places to intensify surveillance on anti-social elements.

IEP Chandigarh, April 24

The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu while chairing convocation ceremonies at National Dairy Research Institute (NDRI) Karnal and CCSHAU, Hisar today was delighted that the maximum gold medalists were girls, said the President.

        “Universities should act as laboratories from where knowledge spreads and benefits the entire society and it is a matter of great satisfaction and pride that our daughters are progressing in many fields including agriculture and allied sciences, said the President while speaking at the 25th convocation ceremony held at Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU), Hisar.

        The President said at present increasing population, agricultural land shrinkage, depleting groundwater level, decreasing soil fertility, climate change, etc have become major challenges for the agriculture sector.

       “It is the responsibility of agricultural professionals like you to find a permanent solution to tackle these challenges,” exhorted the President.

The President also urged the students to make such devoted efforts so that nutritious food can be made available to our huge population, with minimum damage to the environment and biodiversity.

        “Completing these tasks is both a challenge and an opportunity before you. I have full faith that you will convert this challenge into an opportunity and make the best use of your academic knowledge and experience,” said Smt. Murmu.

        She said that CCSHAU has been making significant contributions in agricultural Education, Research and Extension since its inception. This institute has also played a remarkable role in the success of the Green Revolution and the White Revolution.

She said that the University has so far developed many varieties of crops. About 18000 quintals of high-quality seeds are produced every year for different types of crops. “Today, when the entire world is connected with each other and humanity is facing challenges like global warming and climate change, then international cooperation becomes very important. This Varsity is collaborating with institutions of many countries on subjects related to agriculture,” said Smt. Droupadi Murmu.

She was happy to note that HAU has established an Incubation Centre to promote entrepreneurship through innovation, technology upgradation and skill development.

Congratulating the students, she said that this convocation ceremony is not just an occasion to confer degrees, awards or medals, but also a golden opportunity to accept challenges through acquired abilities and resolve to make our dreams come true.

She said that as a student of agricultural science, they will have the opportunity to use their bookish knowledge practically. Now you will contribute to the development of agriculture along with the ‘Annadata’ (farmer) and will continue to serve the agriculture sector, said the President.

Haryana is the second largest contributor to the central food grains stock

       The President said that if today Haryana is the second largest contributor to the food grain stocks under Central Pool, the credit goes to the farmer-friendly policies of the Central and State Governments, technological initiatives of HAU, and willingness of the farmers of this state to adopt the latest agricultural techniques. 

“I have full faith that the future of Haryana will be even brighter on the strength of the acumen and capability of the hardworking residents of this place.

Using water judiciously is the need of the hour

        The President while highlighting the role of technology in reducing the cost of farming, increasing productivity, and making agriculture environment-friendly and more profitable said that water is an important component of agriculture but it is available in limited quantities. Therefore, judicious use of water in agriculture is very important. There should be maximum use of technology in irrigation so that exploitation of water resources can be minimised, said Smt. Droupadi Murmu.

IEP Patiala, April 24

In order to make youth an active partner in decision making process of the state, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday kicked off first of its kind program to have direct interface with the youth.

Interacting with the girls students here at Government College for Girls during the maiden program, the Chief Minister said that India is a young nation with sizeable  population below 40. He said that this population can play an active role in nation building provided that their unbounded energy is utilised in a positive manner. Bhagwant Mann said that this program is a step forward in this direction as it will make youngsters an equal partner in social and economic progress of state.

The Chief Minister further said that the state government will soon launch an exclusive electric vehicle based shuttle service for the girls. He said that this service will be launched in the major cities of the state Patiala, Ludhiana, Amritsar and others.  Bhagwant Mann said that this is a step forward towards ensuring best public transport for the girls in these major cities.

The Chief Minister, while exhorting the girls to come forward and play a decisive role in the field of active politics, said that it is need of hour for ensuring effective decision and law making process in the state. He said that politics has impact on every field of life and if the girls come forward in this field then they will definitely play a key role in the progress and prosperity of the country. Bhagwant Mann said that girls are an asset for the society and they can also prove to be efficient lawmakers too adding that during the 2022 assembly polls 11 women MLAs had registered massive victories from their party.

The Chief Minister said that out of these 11, two lawmakers have been elevated as Ministers in his cabinet also. He said that apart from it for the first time in the history of the state five women SSPs and seven women DCs have been appointed in different districts. Bhagwant Mann said that six exclusive women Police stations have been established in the state adding that very soon all the districts will have such Police stations.

Expressing satisfaction over girls outshinining boys in every arena, the Chief Minister said that this reflects the wave of empowerment of women. He said that it is a moment of great pride that girls are clearing these competitive exams with hard work and dedication. Bhagwant Mann envisioned that it will bring a qualitative change in the society.  

The Chief Minister also batted for equal opportunities for the girls in every field. He said that the results of academics and even jobs reflect that girls are outnumbering the boys in every field. Bhagwant Mann said that this momentum must be continued by encouraging the girls to excel in every field.

Appealing to the parents to give wings to ideas and innovations of the youth, the Chief Minister said that it will help them to scale new heights in their life. He said that every new invention faces hostility and is opposed by the world. However, he said that later on these inventions become a routine part of our lives and pave the way for development of society. Bhagwant Mann said that parents must encourage their wards for new initiatives so that they can achieve success in life.

The Chief Minister said that attaining marks or high percentage should not be the only goal of the students. But, he said that the aim of education must be to ensure holistic development of the students. Bhagwant Mann said that the students should also be thankful to their parents and especially teachers for grooming them for further competitions.

The Chief Minister said that Punjabis are blessed with an indomitable spirit to work hard and excel due to which they had carved a niche for themselves in the world. He unequivocally said that a person does not rise overnight as hard work and sincerity is the only key to success. Bhagwant Mann said that every individual must discharge their responsibility with utmost professional commitment, dedication and sincerity.

IEP Chandigarh

The Department of urology had achieved another milestone by performing the first Robot-assisted Kidney Transplantation on 10 April, 2023.  Robotic surgery in Kidney Transplantation offers many benefits like decreased chances of complications as compared to open surgery, safer and more efficacious for obese patients and all the benefits of minimal invasive surgery . The department is also performing robotic surgery regularly . A high level of expertise is required in both Kidney Transplantation and Robotic Surgery. RAKT is performed by transplant surgeons with extensive training and experience in robotics and transplant surgery. The department of urology has been performing robotic surgery since 2015. The experience in robotic surgery prompted the department to start robot-assisted renal transplantation to pass on the benefits of minimally invasive surgery to the transplant recipients, said Dr Uttam Mete , Professor & Head, Department of Urology.The Renal transplantation has developed as a superior renal replacement therapy compared to established dialysis methods as it improves the quality of life maximally amongst patients with renal failure. Traditionally, kidney transplantation is carried out by open surgery by making large incisions. The length of the wound varies depending on surgeon & preference and the habits of the patient. In general, obese recipients require larger incisions . Larger wounds are associated with more wound related morbidity in terms of more pain, surgical site infection (SSI), delayed mobilization, significant time to return to daily activities , longer convalescence &; postoperative recovery, long-term complications such as incisional hernia and poor cosmesis. Transplant patients have additional risk factors for wound related complications related to the use of immunosuppressants.To minimize wound related morbidity renal transplantation using a small incision can be performed using minimally invasive surgical procedures. Laparoscopic (LKT) and robotic assisted (RAKT) surgeries are the two commonly performed minimally invasive procedures. LKT has not been widely adopted, likely due to the challenges of performing vascular anastomosis with laparoscopic instruments and two-dimensional vision, causing loss of hand–eye coordination and the long instruments amplifying natural tremor and carrying a fulcrum effect, as well as poor ergonomics promoting surgeons fatigue compared to conventional open kidney transplant surgery. On the other hand a much smaller incision (about 7cm) is made in RAKT to insert the donor kidney into the abdomen and then to stitch the blood vessels and the ureter. Another four or five small (0.5 to 1cm) incisions are used to insert the instruments into the abdomen. One of the arms holds a high magnification 3D camera which is inserted into the abdomen through one of the key holes and provides a high- definition, magnified (12×), 3-D view of the surgical site. The other mechanical arms have surgical instruments attached to it that are designed to mimic the movement of the humanhands and wrists. The surgeon uses the console of the computer to manipulate the small surgical instruments that are more flexible and manoeuvrable as compared to the human hand.  The maximum benefit of RAKT goes to those obese patients who would not otherwise be able to have a kidney transplant due to an unacceptable risk of morbidity. Despite the enthusiasm for RAKT, the current high cost is the most prohibitive factor for its widespread use said Prof. H S Kohli, Head department of Nephrology,PGIMER, ChandigarhRobot assisted renal transplantation has been performed in the department after about 6 weeks of starting the open renal transplantation . Both the recipients of robotic transplantation are doing well, said Dr Shanky Singh, Assistant Professor, department of Urology. Well known robotic renal transplant surgeon Dr Rajesh Ahlawat, and his associate Dr. Sudeep Bodduluri from Medanta, the Medicity, had helped the department to start robotic renal transplantation.