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YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH: ILLEGAL HOUSE OF NOTORIOUS DRUG SMUGGLER DEMOLISHED IN BATALA’S QADIAN VILLAGE

Chandigarh/Batala, May 4:

In a continued crackdown against drug smugglers under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s anti-drug campaign ‘Yudh Nashiyan Virudh’, Batala Police on Sunday demolished the illegally constructed house of notorious drug smuggler identified as Navsharan Das alias Kaka in Qadian village. The demolition was carried out using a JCB machine amid heavy rainfall, under the supervision of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Batala Suhail Qasim Mir. 

SSP Suhail Qasim Mir informed reporters that the drug smuggler, Navsharan Das, has six criminal cases registered against him in various police stations, including four under the NDPS Act. The cases have been registered at Police Stations including three at Qadian, while one each at Kahnuwan, Dinanagar, and SAS Nagar.

Issuing a stern warning to drug smugglers, SSP Suhail Qasim Mir emphasized that anyone involved in illegal activities will not be spared, and strict action will be taken against them. He affirmed that such crackdowns will continue until drug traffickers either return to mainstream or leave Punjab.

The SSP further highlighted that Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and DGP Punjab Gaurav Yadav have given clear directives to take stringent action against those involved in drug smuggling.

He informed that Batala Police has registered as many as 250 FIRs in the last two months, besides, attaching properties worth approximately Rs 28 crore belonging to drug smugglers. 

Additionally, Batala Police has been working closely with village and ward-level defence committees, holding meetings to strengthen anti-drug efforts. So far, 110 villages have passed resolutions pledging to eradicate drug menace completely.

SSP Suhail Qasim Mir urged the public to report any drug-related activities to the nearest police station or inform anonymously at Safe Punjab Anti Drug Helpline number ‘9779100200’.

HARJOT BAINS VISITS NANGAL DAM 4TH DAY IN A ROW TO KEEP TABS ON PUNJAB’S RIGHTS

Chandigarh/ Nangal, May 04:

Standing at the forefront to safeguard Punjab’s interests, Punjab Education and Information & Public Relations Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains today made visit to Bhakhra Dam at Nangal consecutively for fourth day to ensure no excess water release to Haryana.

After assessing the situation, S Harjot Singh Bains emphasised that water is crucial for Punjab’s economy, which heavily relies on agriculture. He reaffirmed that the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab government is standing firm on the decision taken regarding water.

“We’re closely monitoring the situation. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has already visited Nangal Dam, and also called a special Punjab Vidhan Sabha session tomorrow (May 5) to address the issue. The Punjab government is steadfast in fighting for farmers’ rights, and we won’t let the BJP-led Centre and other states violate our rights. Our Aam Aadmi Party workers have been vigilantly guarding Nangal Dam. With paddy sowing season approaching, our farmers need water, and we can’t afford to spare any extra water for any other state”, the Education Minister made it clear.

He also enquired from officials about water release from Nangal Dam, while assuring  the people of Punjab that their interests are safe.

S. Harjot Singh Bains also highlighted the challenges posed by excess water during heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh, which often affects Punjab’s villages with the flash flood in Swan Nadi. He questioned why the neighbouring states wouldn’t accept the excess water during times of need, yet expect Punjab to share its water when it’s crucial for the state’s farmers as the paddy season is approaching.

He informed that the current government’s pro-people initiatives have enabled irrigation for an additional 10,000 acres this year. Future plans include a lift irrigation scheme via pipeline to benefit the semi-mountainous Changar region.

Taking stock of the arrangements being made to prevent floods during the rainy seasons, S. Bains said that the state government is vigilantly monitoring water bodies, strengthening weak dams.

Private schools to upload details of students online under CHEERAG Scheme by May 15

Chandigarh, May 3 – Under the Chief Minister Haryana Equal Education Relief, Assistance and Grant (CHEERAG) Scheme, free education is to be provided to the children of poor families in 689 recognized private schools from Class V to XII in the academic year 2025-26. 

A spokesperson of the Education Department said that the link http://117.239.183.208/cheerag2925-26/ has been made live till May 15, 2025 by the Directorate of Elementary Education to upload the details of students admitted on the seats shown by private schools on the departmental website. Instructions have been given to the concerned schools to update the details of the students on the said link and MIS by May 15. The spokesperson has informed that all the District Education Officers and District Elementary Education Officers of the state have been informed about this by writing a letter. He said the officers should ensure to get the daily report of data update from the schools and inform the Directorate of Education, so that the claim of fee reimbursement amount of the admitted students can be issued to the schools as per the data update.

 The spokesperson said that under the yojana, the approved recognized private schools were to receive the applications of the students from 15th March 2025 to 31th March 2025 and the admission process was to be completed from 1st April 2025 to 30th April 2025 for Classes V to XII.

Haryana touching new heights of development under leadership of PM Narendra Modi and CM Nayab Singh Saini: Union Minister Krishan Pal Gurjar

Chandigarh, May 3 – Union Minister of State for Cooperation Sh. Krishan Pal Gurjar and Haryana Minister of State for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Sh. Rajesh Nagar on Saturday inaugurated the work of laying sewerage and drinking water lines in Sehatpur Palla of Faridabad district.

 Sh. Krishan Pal Gurjar said today, two important construction works of laying sewer line and drinking water pipeline from Palla to Sehatpur were formally inaugurated. An amount of about Rs 5.43 crore has been sanctioned by the government for these development works. In this, laying of sewer line will cost about Rs 3.14 crore and laying of drinking water line will cost about Rs 2.29 crore. The main objective of these works is to provide basic facilities to the residents of the region, so that the sanitation system is strengthened and the supply of clean drinking water can be ensured to every household.

 He said under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and under the guidance of Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, the country and the state are moving on the path of continuous progress. The aim of both leaders is to ensure the reach of development to the common people by realizing the mantra of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas’. Whether it is expansion of infrastructure, improvement of health services, increase in the quality of education or strengthening of essential facilities in rural and urban areas, work is being done at a rapid pace in every field. Under the leadership of the Chief Minister, a resolution has been taken to bring development to every citizen of the state. Projects like sewer line and drinking water pipeline from Palla to Sehatpur are proof of this policy, which shows how sensitive and responsible the government is towards the primary needs of the public.

 On this occasion, Sh. Rajesh Nagar said the state government is committed to fulfil the basic needs of the people. The start of these development works is the beginning of a new era. The arrangement of sewer line will give a new dimension to cleanliness and health in the area, while the drinking water pipeline will ensure access to pure and safe water to every house. The launch of these projects is proof that the government is committed to making the lives of its citizens easy and safe. This initiative is a big step towards the overall development of the region, which will not only strengthen the basic facilities, but will also give impetus to social and economic progress.

Rao Narbir Singh inspects arrangements for water drainage in Gurugram

Chandigarh, May 3 – Industry and Commerce Minister Sh. Rao Narbir Singh today personally went to the field and took stock of the situation of waterlogging at major places of the city after the unseasonal rain in Gurugram on Friday and inspected the arrangements being made by the concerned departments towards its prevention. Gurugram MLA Mukesh Sharma, Corporation Commissioner Ashok Garg along with the main officials of Municipal Corporation Gurugram, Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) and District Administration were also present on the occasion.

Rao Narbir Singh today visited Sikandarpur, Sector 27, 28, 43, 51, 54, 56, Shiv Nadar School Road, Wazirabad, Artemis Hospital Red Light, Mayfield Garden, Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Marble Market Sector 34, Hero Honda Chowk, Narsinghpur, Manesar Drain, Gadoli Culvert, Basai Chowk, Mata Road, Old Delhi Road, Sector 31 Atlantis Road and Rajiv Chowk and directed Corporation Commissioner Ashok Garg and GMDA officials to fix the responsibility of one officer at each identified waterlogging spot in Gurugram so that if waterlogging situation arises at these places during the rainy season, necessary action can be taken against the concerned officer at the government level. He said no officer can escape by making an excuse of transfer. Whichever new officer comes in place of the previous officer, he will also have to take responsibility in writing of the respective waterlogging point. He said the mobile number of the concerned officer must be shared in the public domain so that if needed, the citizens of the concerned area can contact him directly.

He said in a democratic system, we all have accountability towards the public. Gurugram district should remain waterlogging free in monsoon and people should not face any inconvenience in commuting. For this, we all have to collectively work on the ground in the next two months. The Cabinet Minister directed that wherever road construction is being done, the cleaning of drains and construction of footpaths should be completed first.

Consent of RWA and councillors must be taken for cleaning of drains

The Cabinet Minister also instructed the officials during his inspection tour that wherever drainage or sewer cleaning work is being done in the city, the consent and suggestions of the local councillor or RWA of the concerned area must be taken. He said since the common people face a lot of problems during the rainy season, their consent is important in the cleaning of drains.

‘Close illegal meat shops within a month’

During the inspection tour, local people at various places said there were a large number of meat shops in the area. They were directly dumping the garbage of their shops in the drainage or sewerage. Due to this, there is a possibility of disease spreading along with the drainage system getting blocked. Taking cognizance of the complaints of the people, the Cabinet Minister instructed the police officers to close all the illegal meat shops at such places within the next one month.

On this occasion, Corporation Commissioner Ashok Garg, DCP Traffic Dr. Rajesh Mohan, GMDA Chief Engineer Rajesh Bansal, and other senior officers of various departments were also present on the occasion.

Every section of society being uplifted in Haryana: Krishan Kumar Bedi

Chandigarh, May 3 – Haryana Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Sh. Krishan Kumar Bedi said the Saini community has always had a special identity due to its honesty, diligence and hard work. Descendants of Maharaja Shoorsaini, they are known for their brotherhood and friendly behaviour.

The minister was addressing a Saini Sammelan programme organized in Narwana today.

He said the teachings of Maharaja Shoorsaini, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule and Mata Savitri Bai Phule are equally relevant even today and the present government is working dedicatedly towards public welfare by following the ideals given by these great men. Improving the standard of living of the economically and educationally backward people of the society is the commitment of the present government. In this direction, decisions taken by the state government for Antyodaya welfare under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini are initiating new social upliftment.

He said the life values of great men are the living basis for the progress of any society. The state government is walking on the path shown by saints like Sant Kabir, Dr. BR Ambedkar, Guru Ravidas, Sant Dhanna Bhagat and Mahatma Jyotiba Phule. The state government is celebrating the birth anniversaries of all the saints and great men at its own level so that the teachings of saints and sages are propagated in the society and an advanced and civilized society is created.

Sh. Bedi also announced a grant of Rs 25 lakh to the Saini Sabha Charitable Committee for a dharamshala. Apart from this, in the last Kabir Jayanti celebrations, the announced grant amount of Rs 17 lakh was also distributed.

On this occasion, Mayor of Panipat Municipal Corporation Komal Saini, Chairman of Haryana CONFED Karambir Saini, Chairperson of Municipal Council Jind Dr. Anuradha Saini and other dignitaries were present.

Need to eradicate drug addiction to realize dream of ‘Viksit Bharat’: CM Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh, May 3 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said youth will play an important role in realizing the vision of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi to make a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. For this, the youth will have to stay away from drugs. When the youth are physically fit and healthy, only then they will be able to contribute significantly in realizing this dream.

The Chief Minister said on the call of the Prime Minister, campaigns are being organized against drug addiction in the entire country. In this series, a programme to take out a march against drug addiction was organized in the beautiful city of Chandigarh today, in which the youth of Tricity and their parents participated enthusiastically, which gives the message that once the youth decide to do something, they do not rest until they complete it. Today, the enthusiasm of the youth in Chandigarh shows that they are standing with the Prime Minister in realizing the goal of a developed India. The message of this padyatra is that drug addiction should be eradicated from every household. He said there should not be any stain of drug addiction on the beautiful city of Chandigarh. The youth should stay away from drugs and contribute in maintaining the beauty of this city.

The Chief Minister said in Haryana also, the government has started a public awareness campaign against drugs, which is getting a lot of support from the people. Strictest action is being taken against drug dealers and a strict watch is also being kept on them. He called upon the people to contribute in making the campaign against drugs stronger. 

He said the campaign against drugs is not just a programme, but a collective resolve to free our society from the evils of drugs, to give a bright future to our young generation and to make our country healthy and developed.

Several leaders, including Punjab Governor and Administrator of Union Territory Chandigarh Sh. Gulab Chand Kataria, Haryana Governor Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya, Punjab Chief Minister Sh. Bhagwant Mann and others participated in the march against drugs.

Maharani Padmavati’s life a source of inspiration for sisters and daughters: Vipul Goel

Chandigarh, May 3 – Haryana’s Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Sh. Vipul Goel said the new education policy implemented by the government in the state is according to the Indian tradition and culture and it will play a key role in making India self-reliant and developed.

The Revenue and Disaster Management Minister was addressing a function after inaugurating the plan and logo of Maharani Padmavati Women’s College building at a function organized in Palwal district on Saturday.

He said the college will become a temple of knowledge where our sisters and daughters will receive good education. Inside this college, such a generation of the country will be formed which will play an important role in the development of the country and will contribute in making India developed and self-reliant in future. He said the life of Rani Padmavati is a source of inspiration for our sisters and daughters. Naming this college after Veerangana Rani Padmavati will always inspire the sisters and daughters studying here. He said Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini is trying to get a college built for sisters and daughters every 30 kilometers of the state so that they do not have to go far to get higher education. He said this college will prove to be a milestone in realizing the dream of the Chief Minister.

Maharani Padmavati Girls’ College will prove to be a boon for sisters and daughters: Rajesh Nagar

Minister of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Sh. Rajesh Nagar said Maharani Padmavati Girls’ College is being constructed by Maharana Pratap Bhawan and Shri Sitaram Samiti, Palwal in about 5 acres of land. This college will prove to be a boon for our sisters and daughters. He said educating women is a commendable work, in which social organizations should come forward.

College will inspire the young generation: Gaurav Gautam

Haryana’s Minister of State for Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship, Sports and Law, Sh. Gaurav Gautam said the glorious story of Maharani Padmavati’s courage and sacrifice is immortal in history. The construction of Maharani Padmavati Girls’ College in Palwal will inspire the young generation. With the construction of this college, the girl students of Palwal district will not have to go far for education. He said every section will get the benefit of the construction of this college. When this college is ready, the girl students studying in this college will bring glory to the country and the state at the world level. Announcing a contribution of Rs 31 lakh for the construction of the college building, he said he will provide full cooperation to the in the future also.

Delhi Cabinet Minister Kapil Mishra visits Haryana pavilion

Chandigarh, May 3: Delhi’s Minister of Art and Culture, Sh Kapil Mishra, visited the Haryana Pavilion today during the four-day WAVES Summit (World Audio-Visual and Entertainment Summit) at the Jio World Convention Center in Mumbai. During his visit, he met with Sh KM Pandurang, Director General of the Department of Information, Public Relations, and Languages, Haryana. Sh Pandurang presented him with a copy of the Haryana Film Policy.

Sh Kapil Mishra praised the Haryana Pavilion, stating that Haryana is progressing rapidly in every field today. He said that the innovative initiatives introduced by the Haryana Government are serving as a model for other states. He said that along with the government schemes, Haryana Film Policy has been beautifully displayed in the Haryana Pavilion.

Highlighting the benefits of the new film policy, Sh Mishra said it would significantly support local artists and youth, while also providing a boost to the wider film industry. He appreciated Haryana’s efficient process for approving film shoots at key locations and lauded the policy’s provision of subsidies for producers and directors who choose to film in the state.

Also present on the occasion were Joint Director Sh Neeraj, Deputy Director Dr. Pawan, and other dignitaries.

PUNJAB’S MANN GOVERNMENT SETS RECORD IN GST COLLECTION – HISTORIC COLLECTION OF RS 2654 CRORE IN April: HARPAL SINGH CHEEMA

Chandigarh, May 3

Highlighting state’s continued upward trajectory in fiscal health, Punjab Finance, Planning, Excise and Taxation Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema on Saturday announced that the state has registered highest-ever monthly Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection of Rs 2653.77 crore in April this year reflecting a significant 19.77 percent increase compared to the corresponding period last year, and jump of 30.84 percent over March 2025.

Revealing this in a press communiqué issued here, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said that this robust growth underscores the effectiveness of the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab government’s economic policies and the increasing compliance among taxpayers. He said that the gross GST revenue collection for April 2025 marked an increase of Rs 438.07 crore when compared to the gross collection of Rs 2215.70 crore recorded in April 2024, and a substantial increase of Rs 625.63 crore over the gross GST collection of Rs 2028.14 crore in March 2025.

Expressing his satisfaction with this significant achievement, Finance Minister Cheema said that this remarkable surge in GST collection reflected the positive impact of state government’s proactive measures in streamlining tax administration, enhancing compliance, and fostering a conducive business environment.

The Finance Minister further emphasized that this substantial growth in revenue will provide a significant boost to the state’s exchequer, enabling the government to further invest in crucial sectors such as infrastructure development, education, healthcare, and social welfare programs. This increased financial capacity will empower the state to better serve its citizens and accelerate its overall progress, he added.

The Finance Minister also lauded the diligent efforts of the officers and officials of the Taxation department and the cooperation extended by the taxpayers in achieving this milestone. He reiterated the AAP-led state government’s commitment to maintaining a transparent and efficient tax system that promotes economic growth and ensures fair contributions from all stakeholders.