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Chandigarh, Haryana, Punjab

3 Brave heart  Donor Families from Punjab Showcase Exemplary ‘Spirit of Giving’ amid their own tragedies

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 18, 2022

PGIMER witnessed exemplary ‘spirit of giving’ by three brave heart  families from Punjab amid their own darkest tragedies, enabling second chance at life to seven patients battling for survival and restoring the sight of four corneal blind patients, thereby impacting the life of 11 patients in the last fortnight here in PGIMER.

Expressing his gratitude to the donor families for their generous acts, Prof. Vivek Lal, Director PGIMER stated, “All these donor families from Punjab are an epitome of compassion and benevolence. Their noble deed of organ donation is far more magnanimous than any eulogy.  These are the people who make PGIMER an inspiration. We honour the resolute spirit of these families and determined efforts by the entire PGIMER team involved in the process to enable them to fulfil their wish by giving life to others.”

Despite being faced with the unimaginable loss, Sandeep Kumar, husband of donor Vandana Chopra turned his grim tragedy into a triumph for two terminally ill renal failure patients and two corneal blind patients with his generous gesture of Organ Donation.  

The perfect life of the Chopra family suddenly crashed when Vandana Chopra, 45, a resident of Gandhi Colony, Rajpura, was admitted to Max Hospital, Mohali due to brain tumour for which she was operated upon.  Post her surgery, the prognosis being poor, Vandana Chpra could not be revived.  

On being informed about her precarious condition, the family, being socially committed, showcased exceptional initiative and expressed willingness to donate organs of their dear one to the attending doctors. Immediately, Max Hospital got in touch with PGIMER for further management. The potential donor was  accordingly shifted to PGIMER on 13th August and was certified brain dead on 15th August following the protocols of THOA.   

Following the family’s consent, kidneys were retrieved and were transplanted to two terminally ill patients suffering from renal ailment. The retrieved corneas, on transplantation, restored the sight of two corneal blind patients at PGIMER.

Sharing about his inspiration for this noble deed, Sandeep Kumar,   a businessman from Rajpura, who immortalised his wife with his decision of organ donation. said, “My wife’s life was the inspiration.  So when the doctors broke the news of my wife’s irretrievable condition, I thought that she lived her entire life caring for others only, it seemed right that it should be her final act as well.”

In the second case, the  untimely and tragic death of Sita, 49 years old from village Ghanouli, district Roopnagar is beyond comprehension and extremely difficult to reconcile with. The deceased was grievously injured in a road side accident on 4th August and was rushed to the local civil hospital. However, seeing her condition worsening, Sita was brought to PGIMER on 4th August and was put on life support. But as luck would have it, the fervent prayers of the family and friends and best of medical attention proved futile as Sita’s week-long struggle with life and death came to an end and she was declared brain dead on 12th August.

The third tragedy was also equally gruesome when on the fateful day of 23rd July, Jarnail Din, 60 from village Bhogiwal, Malerkotla was hit by a speeding vehicle from behind and received grievous head injuries. Reacting to his critical condition, the family immediately rushed him to civil hospital, Malerkotla and then to Rajindra Hospital, Patiala from where he was referred to PGIMER and was admitted here in precarious condition on 24th August. However, Jarnail Din could not be saved and was finally declared brain dead after following the protocols of THOA on 2nd August.  

Showcasing an exemplary courage and magnanimity, the families of both Sita and Jarnail Din did not let these tragic deaths go in vain and consented for organ donation when the transplant coordinators raised the matter with them. 

Following their consent, the process of the retrieval of the organs was initiated. Evaluating the organs, Sita’s kidneys and corneas were retrieved and Jarnail Din’s kidneys and liver were harvested.

The kidneys retrieved from both the deceased, through transplantation enabled second lease of life to four patients battling for survival here in PGIMER. The retrieved liver from deceased Jarnail Din was transplanted to a wait-listed matching recipient. The corneas of deceased Sita were used for two patients in PGIMER, thereby giving them sight and impacting their lives.  

Dharam Singh, the bereaved husband of donor Sita, while trying to control his emotions, said, “We are devastated by the death of my wife. Hope my decision for organ donation helps some children turn lucky and save their parents. This will be our biggest tribute to her.”

The same sentiment was echoed by courageous wife Jamila and son Imran Khan of donor Jarnail Din as they said ,“ No words can convey the remorse. With organ donation, at least we will be able to save someone else the pain and trauma of losing their dear ones. Our dear Jarnail Din always used to be the first one to help others and even in his death, he has done the same by saving three lives battling for survival.”  

Prof. Vipin Koushal, Nodal Officer, ROTTO PGIMER detailing this cadaver donation experience stated, “Any initiative, however difficult, becomes successful when the community owns it and takes it forward. With the donor families like those of Vandana Chopra, Sita and Jarnail Dins setting role models for others to follow, it seems we have come a long way through awareness generation. The donors’ story is a story of resurrection, of good coming full circle.” 

Dehradun

Govt to set up one cooperative village in every district of Uttarakhand, says Dhan Singh Rawat

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IEP DEHRADUN AUGUST 18, 2022

The Uttarakhand government would set up one cooperative village in every district of the state. A declaration in this regard was made by the Cooperatives minister Dhan Singh Rawat during the cooperative conclave of Dehradun district held at Doon University auditorium here.

He said that the economy of the cooperative village would be compensated entirely by the Primary Agriculture Credit Societies (PACS). Addressing the conclave, the minister said that the process of computerisation of 108 Multipurpose Primary Agriculture Credit Societies (MPACS) in the State has been completed recently and the 80 per cent work in the remaining MPACS is complete.

He directed the officials of Dehradun district to ensure the computerisation of all MPACS in the district gets completed by September 5. Exhorting the employees and members to accept the computerisation to their soul, the minister curtly told that the committees would not be able to disburse loans if the computerisation process is not complete by September 5. He said that five lakh new accounts should be opened by the cooperatives and a campaign to increase the number of members in the cooperative societies should be undertaken. He directed that every committee and every branch of the district cooperative bank should prepare a business development plan of three years.

Rawat informed that the cooperative department of Uttarakhand has come on a digital platform and this is the biggest achievement of the last five and half years of the State government. He said that similar conclaves would be organised in all districts of the state and the process of loan distribution in all 670 Nyay Panchayats would get completed before December this year. Senior officers of the cooperative department, managers of the cooperative banks, chairman and secretaries of the cooperative committee and the experts took part in the conclave.

Chandigarh, Punjab

Vigilance arrests Kanugo taking bribe Rs 3,000 for issuing NOC

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 17, 2022

The Punjab Vigilance Bureau on Wednesday nabbed Amrik Singh posted as Kanugo in the office of Director Abadkari (Resettlement) at Punjab Mandi Board complex Mohali red handed while accepting bribe of Rs 3,000.

Disclosing this here today a spokesperson of the State Vigilance Bureau (VB) said the accused Kanugo has been arrested on the complaint of Kuldeep Singh of village Bhukhri Kalan, Ludhiana district.

He informed that the complainant has informed the VB that he had applied NOC for selling his booth at New Grain Market Ludhiana but the above mentioned Kanugo was demanding bribe of Rs 8,000 from him. The complainant added that the accused Amrik Singh has already taken Rs 5000 from him and demanding Rs 3,000 as second instalment to issue NOC to him.

The spokesperson further informed that after verification of the facts in the complaint and the material evidence, a VB team laid a trap and the accused was arrested while accepting bribe Rs 3,000 from the complainant in the presence of two official witnesses.

In this regard a case under FIR No.13 dtd 17.08.2022 u/s 7 of Prevention of Corruption Act has been registered at P.S VB F.S-1, SAS Nagar. Further investigation in this case is under progress.

Chandigarh, Punjab

IRRIGATION FACILITIES IN AROUND 72,000 ACRES OF 9 DISTRICTS INCLUDING SIX OF SUB-MOUNTAINOUS AREA WILL BE STRENGTHEN: DR. NIJJAR

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 17, 2022

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s government has started projects worth around Rs.90 crore for strengthening and improving irrigation facilities in the state using natural resources, which will provide irrigation facilities in 9 districts of the state. Similarly, a new project with a cost of Rs.100 crore has also been proposed for assistance of underground pipeline projects.

            Describing this here, Punjab Soil & Water Conservation Minister Dr. Inderbir Singh Nijjar said that for integrated development of kandi area, a new watershed development programme has been started at a cost of Rs.80-CR with a target to benefit 70,000 acres of sub-mountainous area in Hoshiarpur, Pathankot, Gurdaspur, SBS Nagar, Rupnagar and SAS Nagar districts.

            “The Main focus of the scheme shall be on Natural Resource Management through rainwater harvesting, Farm Production, livelihood support and community development activities”, said Dr. Nijjar, adding that efforts have also been made for using treated water of four Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) for irrigation purposes.

            He informed that Rs7.71 Cr. has been allotted for laying infrastructure for productive utilization of treated waste water of 4 STPs for irrigation, which will provide irrigation facilities up to 2,000 acres of agricultural land in districts Hoshiarpur, Barnala, Fatehgarh Sahib and Ludhiana.

            Dr. Nijjar said that apart from this, a new project for assistance on community & individual projects of underground pipeline for judicious use of available irrigation water has also been proposed with an outlay of Rs.100-CR.

            Besides this, Rs.11-CR has been approved for taking up new schemes for construction of Water harvesting-cum natural recharging Structures/ check dams in sub-mountainous kandi area, Irrigation Infrastructure for productive use of water stored in Village Ponds and construction of projects for Roof-top Rainwater Harvesting and Artificial Recharging in Govt./Institutional Buildings, he added.

Chandigarh, Haryana

76th Independence Day of India’s independence celebrated with zeal and gaiety across Haryana

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 16, 2022

The 76th Independence Day of India’s independence was celebrated with zeal and gaiety across Haryana today. Haryana Governor, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya hoisted the tricolour at Ambala and the Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal hoisted the tricolour at Samalkha. Apart from this, as a chief guest, various ministers including State Ministers, Members of Parliament and Members of Legislative Assembly also graced the occasion of Independence Day organized in different parts of the state and remembered the martyrs by hoisting the national flag.

After hoisting the flag on the 76th Independence Day in Bahadurgarh today, Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala said that India is proving its mettle all across the world in the field of digitalisation, technology and infrastructure.  The world’s super powers also respects Indian army.  India has its worldwide identity in the field of manufacturing of cars, service, production, IT etc.  It is a matter of pride for all of us that Haryana has worked to strengthen the country in all the said areas.  When 100 years of the country’s independence will be completed, our the country will appear as a super power of the world.  Describing Haryana as the land of heroes, he said that our freedom fighters suffered many hardships but did not bow down before the British rule. Shaheed-e-Azam Bhagat Singh, Sukhdev, Rajguru, Chandrashekhar Azad, Udham Singh laid down their lives for the freedom of the country. 

While addressing after hoisting the flag on the 76th Independence Day in Assandh today, Vidhan Sabha Speaker, Sh. Gian Chand Gupta said that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi began ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign to hoist tricolour in every household across the country from 13 to 15 August. The tricolour waving on the top of every house reminds supreme sacrifices of our martyrs and freedom fighters to every citizen of our country. We are proud that the brave sons of Haryana have been playing an important role to protect the borders of the country even after Independence. He said that the slogan of Jai Jawan-Jai Kisan perfectly suits the soil of Haryana.

After hoisting the flag at Radaur today, Home and Health Minister, Sh. Anil Vij said that it is the moment of pride for every Indian. The citizens have been hoisting tricolor in every street, houses, offices, vehicles and in every hand across the country. The entire country is painted in the patriotic colours of the tricolour. Today, we have completed 75 years of India’s Independence. He said that it is a matter of pride that from August 13 to 15, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has been running ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign of hoisting tricolour in every house across the country. Following the campaign, the people of Haryana have hoisted the national flag on 60 lakh houses with zeal and enthusiasm. Sh.Vij announced a grant of Rs. 21 lakh from his voluntary fund to the students participating in the cultural programme.

After hoisting the flag at Meham, the Education Minister, Sh. Kanwar Pal congratulated the people of the state and said that the revolution of 1857 was first started from Ambala Cantonment and after this every village of the state became the center of revolution.  Azad Chowk at Meham also witnesses the struggle and sacrifice of the people of Haryana against the oppression of the British rule.  He said that we should always remember our freedom fighters and martyrs.  On the call of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, the whole country is celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav today.  The Prime Minister has began ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign cross the country from 13 to 15 August.

After hoisting the flag at Hodal today,Transport Minister Sh. Mool Chand Sharma said that the tricolor waving at every house is painting the whole country in the color of patriotism. He paid heartfelt tributes to all the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of the country.  He also paid tribute to the brave soldiers who laid down their lives after independence for the sake of unity and integrity of the country.

After hoisting the tricolour at Pehowa, Power Minister, Shri Ranjit Singh said that tricolour of our national flag inspires us to live and die for the country.  Many patriots sacrificed their lives for the sake of this tricolour.  To protect the dignity and this tricolor, the soldiers are standing on the borders.  The tricolor hoisted at every house in the country reminds unique sacrifices of our martyrs and freedom fighters.

After hoisting the flag at Hansi, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Sh. J. P Dalal said that the 76th Independence Day being organized in the series of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is being celebrated on a large scale.  The revolutionaries of Hansi and Hisar have contributed significantly in the freedom movements of our country.   The residents of Hisar and Hansi, especially the villagers made an unforgettable contribution to the freedom struggle of our nation.

The Cooperation Minister, Dr. Banwari Lal hoisted the national flag at Firozpur-Jhirka and said that our country has completed 75 years of Independence. India is playing a leading role in every field on the global stage. Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has implemented many welfare schemes at the national level for the welfare of the poor and destitute people of the country. The benefits of these welfare schemes are being extended to the needy and last person.

After hoisting flag at Loharu,   Development and Panchayats Minister, Sh. Devender Singh Babli said that today we have completed 75 years of India’s Independence.  In order to see this day, countless sons of Haryana have sacrificed their lives. Because of their sacrifices, today we are enjoying this freedom. He said that the communities which do not remember their fighters, their martyrs, their existence disappears with time.  In such a situation, it is our moral duty to remember our immortal martyrs and great freedom fighters to strengthen our nation.

After hoisting the flag today, Urban Local Minister, Dr. Kamal Gupta said that we got this freedom because of immortal sacrifices and this year we are celebrating Independence Day as other festivals. He said that the Central and State Government is working to expand the honour of our soldiers.

Minister of State for Social, Justice and Empowerment, Sh. Om Prakash Yadav hoisted the flag on 76th Independence Day in Tohana. He said that we are enjoying freedom due to the sacrifice of immortal martyrs and great freedom fighters. To see this day, sons of Bharat Mata sacrificed their lives. Many patriots like Shaheed-e-Azam, Sardar Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev and Shaheed Udham Singh, the rebels of British rule in India were hanged for India’s freedom. 

After hoisting the flag at Charkhi Dadri today, Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda said that following the principle of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’, the state government is working for the upliftment of deprived classes of the society . By running the zero tolerance policy against corruption, the government has adopted transparent system of governance. He said that every village of Ambala, Hisar, Hansi, Narnaul, Rohtak, Rewari, Gurgaon, Mewat and Sirsa became the centre of revolution during the revolt of 1857.

Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Sh. Anoop Dhanak hoisted the flag at Narwana today. He said that the people who remembers their ancestors, freedom fighters and martyrs, their existence always remains alive. He said that the present government, which took the responsibility of ensuring public services at ease has followed the vision ‘Sabka Saath-Sabka Vikas’ as envisioned by Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi to uplift every individual of the society.

Minister of State for Sports and Youth Affairs, Sardar Sandeep Singh hoisted the flag in Gohana and said that today we are enjoying freedom due to the sacrifices of our freedom fighters and martyrs. He urged the people of the state to remember our fighters and martyrs. He also paid tribute to brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the unity and integrity of the nation after Independence.

Dehradun

Uttarakhand Guv, CM greets people on Independence Day

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 15, 2022

The Uttarakhand governor lieutenant general (retd) Gurmit Singh and chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami greeted the citizens on the occasion of Independence Day. In his message on the eve of the occasion, the governor appealed to the people of Uttarakhand to make a resolve to work together for the progress of the State and nation while using innovation and efficiency for better health, education and new opportunities for employment.

Remembering freedom fighters and gallantry award winners, Singh said that those who had made the supreme sacrifice for the freedom and security of the nation will never be forgotten. “On the occasion of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the enthusiasm among all Indians for nation building, character building and security of the nation is evident across the country which is unique in itself,” he said.

The governor further said that especially during the Covid-19 pandemic the nation had set an example of self-reliant India in front of the global community. He appreciated the progress of Uttarakhand on the developmental path despite the difficult geographical terrain and other challenges.

He also referred to the works being undertaken by the State government for development in various spheres. In his message, chief minister Dhami greeted the citizens on the 75th anniversary of independence. Paying tributes to freedom fighters and martyrs he said that it was due to their sacrifices that the nation is celebrating Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav today. He also paid homage to the martyrs and activists of the Statehood movement. The CM recalled that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has special affection for Uttarakhand. In the past eight years, the Central government has approved various projects worth more than Rs 1.50 lakh crore. He said, “The Kedarnath reconstruction project is the best example of PM Modi’s vision, leadership and resolve. Work is also underway on the Badrinath master plan while work on the Rishikesh-Karnprayag rail project is also progressing at a swift pace.

The Government of India has also granted its approval for survey work for the TanakpurBageshwar rail line and Doiwala to Gangotri-Yamunotri rail line. Considerable work has been done on the Char Dham all weather road project to enhance road connectivity. Construction of the DelhiDehradun elevated road will shorten the travel time between Delhi and Dehradun to two hours.” Dhami further said that the Dehradun airport is being developed to international standards while a greenfield airport is being developed in Udham Singh Nagar. Regarding the Jal Jeevan Mission, he said that more than seven lakh families in rural areas had been provided tap water connections. Further, the Rs 1,600 crore Uttarakhand urban water supply project will facilitate drinking water supply in 38 smaller towns in the State. Dhami also referred to other important infrastructural projects in the State and the benefit these will provide to the people of the State. For implementation of the National Education Policy -2020, Bal Vatikas have been started in 4,457 co-located Anganwadi centres.

To encourage online education, a central studio has been set up in Dehradun while smart classes have been established in 500 schools of 13 districts. “In the past years Uttarakhand has performed well in various spheres. We are among the leading States considering various social-economic indicators. In the sustainable development goals index we have risen from the 10th position in 2018 to fourth position at present,” he said

Chandigarh, Haryana

DGP Haryana flags off ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ bike rally in Panchkula

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 14, 2022

The Director General of Police (DGP), Haryana Sh. P.K. Agrawal flagged off a bike rally which was organised by Haryana Police under ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign in Panchkula today.

On this occasion, DGP Haryana Sh. P.K. Agrawal said that this year when we are celebrating the 75th anniversary of India’s Independence, ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ is also being organized to enhance the patriotism and make every Indian aware about the love and respect for our ‘Tiranga’.

He also called upon the citizens to participate in this initiative by hoisting the Tiranga in their homes and offices. “Haryana Police is continuously campaigning across the state to spread this message by conduction of social awareness events and activities. On the lines of which, this bike rally is also being organized in Panchkula today,” he added.

He also urged not to keep this campaign limited to a one-day celebration but also to continue this glorious festival even further. This bike rally which started from the Police Headquarters while passing through Geeta Chowk, Sector 10, 4, Sector 3/21, Sector 20 Light Point culminated at the Suncity Parikrama in Sector 20, Panchkula.

Commissioner of Police, Panchkula Sh. Hanif Qureshi while welcoming the DGP Haryana said that the Police is making a significant contribution to make ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign a success on the occasion of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. As a part of which this bike rally is being organized today.

On this occasion DCP Panchkula Mr Surinder Pal Singh, AIG Provisioning, Police Headquarters Mr Kamaldeep Goyal, ACP Panchkula Mrs Mamta Sodha including representatives of Resident Welfare Association and NGOs, officers of Police Department and NDRF personnel were also present.

Haryana Police celebrating the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign across the state

Haryana Police is actively seen organising various social awareness events and activities like Tiranga Yatra, Bike Rally, etc. under the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign across 23 Police districts in Haryana.

‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ related awareness through Police’s Social Media.

Haryana Police has also spread the message of ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ through the social media in the last few days. The Police gave a message of more love to the national flag to the people by replacing the photo of their social media account with the tricolour.

Chandigarh, Haryana

Flag hoisting will be done at 75 places to commemorate 75 years of India’s independence

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IEP CHANDIGARH AUGUST 14, 2022

 Under the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, Haryana will be celebrating 75 years of India’s independence with gaiety, zeal and enthusiasm. As per the official schedule for August 15, 2022, Governor, Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya will hoist the flag at Ambala Cantt, Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal will hoist the flag at Samalkha, Deputy Chief Minister, Sh. Dushyant Chautala will hoist the flag in Bahadurgarh, Vidhan Sabha Speaker, Sh. Gian Chand Gupta will hoist the flag in Assandh, Home Minister, Sh. Anil Vij will hoist the flag in Radaur. Besides this, other Ministers, MLAs and officers of the state government will also hoist the flag at the designated places. The flag hoisting will be done by the Ministers of the ruling party, leaders of the Opposition, MPs and MLAs at 75 places across the state.

On the eve of Independence Day, the Chief Minister also paid heartfelt tributes to the known and unknown martyrs who made supreme sacrifices for the country’s freedom. He also saluted the brave soldiers who protected the unity and integrity of independent India.

The Chief Minister said that Independence Day is such a national festival in which every citizen celebrates together and hoists the National Flag with great reverence and pride. The tricolour is a symbol of pride and gaiety of freedom.  To keep the tricolour flying high, innumerable heroes have made the supreme sacrifice of their lives in the freedom movement.

At this time when we are celebrating the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, we also express our deep gratitude to those nation builders, soldiers safeguarding the borders of the country, talented scientists, farmers and hard-working workers who have played a pivotal role in transforming India into a global superpower. Every Indian has been instrumental in India’s glorious development journey”, said Chief Minister.

Sh. Manohar Lal said that on the occasion of 75 years of independence, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi called for celebrating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to invoke the spirit of patriotism and enthusiasm in the hearts of every citizen.

On the call of the Prime Minister, this national festival is being celebrated with great enthusiasm in the state of Haryana. So far more than 10,000 programmes have been organized. Haryana ranks second in the country for organizing the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav programme.