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In the village of Bhainsrawali, situated in the Faridabad district of Haryana, approximately 45 kilometers away from the National Capital of Delhi, electricity is no longer a subject of discussion during the Chaupal gatherings. Reflecting on the past, inhabitants of this village used to patiently await the arrival of electricity a decade ago, eager to carry out their daily tasks. Upon the advent of electricity, they would excitedly share the news with one another. However, the scenario has undergone a significant transformation over the past nine years.

The “Mhara Gaon Jagmag Gaon” scheme has been successfully implemented in this village, ensuring round-the-clock electricity supply. Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal’s initiative has brought about a positive change in this village comprising 750 households. According to the village Sarpanch, Aarti Devi, and her husband Vinod Kumar, the village now experiences uninterrupted electricity availability, barring occasional issues like faults. Bhudutt, the former Sarpanch of the same village, acknowledged the government’s efforts in improving the electricity situation. While acknowledging the alleviation of electricity shortages, he also suggested a further increase in electricity supply to the agricultural sector.

This positive transformation in electricity availability is not unique to Bhainsrawali alone. Presently, 24-hour electricity is being provided in 5798 villages across the state of Haryana under the Mhara Gaon Jagmag Gaon Scheme. Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal inaugurated this scheme on July 1, 2015, starting from the village of Dayalpur in Kurukshetra. The Chief Minister’s vision is clear — electricity should be accessible in every village and hamlet, ensuring that every household is illuminated.

Talking about Haryana, the state faced significant electricity scarcity in 2014-15. However, today, Haryana has achieved self-sufficiency in terms of electricity. According to the Energy Minister Sh Ranjit Singh, significant strides have been made over the past nine years. 67 new substations were established at a cost of Rs 4452 crore, and 2365 kilometers of transmission lines were added. Efforts were made to relocate high-voltage lines passing over residential areas, colonies, ponds, and schools. To address consumer grievances, an online redressal portal was launched, and Rs 150 crore was allocated for relocating 11 KV and 33 KV lines.

Sh Ranjit Singh highlighted that Haryana secured the first rank in the State Energy Efficiency Index 2019, as released in January 2020 by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency of the Central Power Ministry. In the efficiency index of 2020, Haryana ranked third, while in the 2023 energy efficiency index, the state secured the second position.

The forward-thinking approach of Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal played a pivotal role in making the state self-reliant in electricity. A decade ago, power cuts were a prevalent issue, even in urban areas also. Villagers Ramkumar and Subhash praised the Chief Minister for his effective handling of the electricity situation, noting that power cuts are now a distant memory. Previously, people had to take to the streets due to electricity shortages, but now, it’s uncertain when the electricity goes out, and when it does, it quickly returns.

Aditya and Kamaldeep said that the earlier power cuts created significant challenges for small business owners who were unable to arrange for generators. This situation left them with no alternative but to endure prolonged waiting periods. Various businesses, such as photostate operators, small tool shops, flour mills, and animal feed machinery operators, heavily dependent on a continuous electricity supply, had to wait for several hours for electricity supply. Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal has successfully put an end to this waiting period.

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Haryana Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Smt. Kamlesh Dhanda, said that Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s resolve is to make the country a self-reliant and developed nation by 2047. This can only be achieved through the collective efforts of everyone. ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, and Sabka Vishwas’ is the aim of the government. She stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal, the goal is to extend the benefits of government schemes to the last person in society.

Smt. Dhanda was speaking at the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra-Jan Samvad programme in the villages of Narwal and Neemwala in Rajound district. She said that the government’s goal is to make India a self-reliant and developed nation by 2047.

Smt. Dhanda said that the state government has implemented a system under which citizens do not have to go to government offices to avail themselves of the benefits of the programs. Instead, they can avail themselves of the benefits online from home.

She said that the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra is a unique initiative to reach the benefits of welfare schemes to the marginalised sections of society. During the Yatra, information about the schemes of the central and state governments is being provided to the people, so that they can be aware of the schemes and avail themselves of them.

Smt. Dhanda said that the government has launched many schemes to reach the benefits of the schemes directly to the poorest of the poor. These schemes include Jan Dhan Yojana, Ayushman cards, the construction of toilets in every household, Har Ghar Nal Se Jal, and Ujjwala gas connections, etc.

She said that the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra has increased the trust of the people in the central and state governments. A large number of people are taking a pledge to make India a developed nation.

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Union Minister of State for Power and Heavy Industries, Sh. Krishan Pal Gurjar, on Tuesday, was the chief guest at a programme organised to mark the occasion of Veer Bal Diwas at the Government Model Sanskriti School in Faizabad. He said that the day is a true tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of the Sahibzadas and paid homage to the Sahibzade Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh.

Sh. Gurjar said, “On this day, a whole family laid down their lives for the country, religion, and culture.They did not give up their religion or compromise on their principles.”

He stated that the central government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, has taken the decision to observe this day to remember the sacrifice of the Sahibzadas and pay them our respects. The Sahibzadas’ supreme sacrifice is an inspiration to all, he added.

Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij directs SP Karnal to take action on the missing girl who had gone to study in ITI in Karnal

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Haryana Home Minister Sh. Anil Vij heard the complaints of people from across the state at his residence in Ambala on Tuesday and directed the concerned officers to take action. In one such case, a man from Karnal complained that his daughter had gone missing after leaving home to study at ITI. Sh. Vij directed the Karnal SP to investigate the matter and find the girl immediately.

In another case, a man from Panipat complained that his house had been burglarized. Also, a private doctor from Gurugram, while presenting his problem, mentioned that he had opened a private hospital there, and some people have taken over his hospital due to money transactions. Additionally, an FIR has not been registered by the police. The Home Minister called the CP Gurugram and directed them to take appropriate action in this matter.

Sh. Vij also directed the concerned officers to take action in other cases, including a complaint of illegal encroachment on a graveyard in Karnal, a complaint of false charges being filed by the police in a land dispute case in Gurugram, and a complaint of assault and theft in Ambala, among other cases reported to the Home Minister.

Sh.Vij was honoured with a memento by the Mahila Morcha head and President of Mussadi Lal School, Vijay Gupta and Manju Nandara.

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Vice President of India Sh. Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday urged farmers to learn marketing to boost their economic status and said that farmers are the backbone of our economy. He mentioned Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji’s slogan ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan’ as they work hard in challenging conditions to produce food for the nation.

Sh.Dhankhar was addressing farmers and scientists at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research-Central Institute for Research on Buffaloes, Hisar. He said that farmers play a major role in the country’s economy and development. Haryana Governor Sh. Bandaru Dattatraya, Minister of State for Agriculture Sh. Kailash Choudhary and Urban Local Bodies Minister Sh. Kamal Gupta remained present.

He commended the Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s slogan ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan, Jai Vigyan, Jai Anusandhan’ which is being fruitful for the farmers.

He emphasised the need for agricultural and livestock scientists to collaborate with representatives from the Indian Council of Agricultural Research and industries. Such collaborations, he stressed, could significantly improve the economic status of farmers and livestock rearers.

“Farmers should  know that farming is a big trade. He says it’s one of the biggest in the world, with things like wheat, rice, vegetables, animals, and milk all being part of it. Just like any business, farmers need to understand what people want to buy (market demand) so they can make the most money from their crops and animals. Farmers should learn good ways to sell their products, so they don’t get cheated and can make a good living from their hard work” said Vice President Sh. Jagdeep Dhankhar.

He stressed the need for farmers to adopt effective marketing mechanisms, ensuring they receive rightful returns for their efforts.

He praised the growing trend of IT and IIM graduates leaving high-paying corporate jobs to venture into dairy business, citing Amul as a prime example. He commended Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s efforts in enhancing cooperative movements for farmers’ benefits, advocating for farmers to engage in various schemes and utilize drone technology for fertilizer and pesticide management.

Sh. Dhankhar said that the government is committed to the welfare of farmers. 

“Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has initiated a unique scheme to provide farmers withRs. 6000 annually.

So far, Rs. 2,60,000 crore have been disbursed, creating a systematic support structure that uplifts the farmers. He stressed the need to foster a culture where villages strive to be self-reliant, especially in terms of agricultural production” said Sh. Dhankar

Vice President Sh. Dhankhar concluded by mentioning that he wants the scientists at the buffalo research center to make a list of all the farmers who came today. He’s inviting them to the parliament, where he wants to chat openly with them about farming and how to make it even better.

“Don’t miss out on chances to improve your lives and farms, just like Prime Minister Modi wants everything to grow in the countryside” said Sh. Dhankar

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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday announced to give the cash benefits and other incentives to the players who have bagged medals in the recently concluded Asian games very soon after their return to the homeland from China.

Addressing the gathering during interaction with the Executive coaches here today, the Chief Minister said that the earlier governments had not bothered to felicitate the medal winner players but his government will give top priority to this noble cause. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that his government will ensure that the medal winners get the cash incentives and other incentives very soon after their arrival in the country. He said that the single motive is to boost the players for their superb performance in the Asian games concluded at China.

Lauding the stellar role of coaches in a player’s life, the Chief Minister said that coaches play an important role in grooming the players for the national and international events. He said that due to the hard work and confidence infused in the players by the coaches they excel in the fields. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this is not a political event but it is aimed at felicitating the immense contribution of the coaches in the career of players.

The Chief Minister said that Punjab is blessed with immense talent which has been proved in recent Asian games where players from Punjab had brought various medals. He said that on one hand the credit goes to dedication of players and on other the vanguard role of coaches cannot also be denied. Bhagwant Singh Mann congratulated the players and coaches for this rare display of remarkable sportsmanship in the Asian games.

The Chief Minister said that the state government is committed to revive the sports culture in the state for which coaches can play a pivotal role. He said that the state government is making concerted efforts for wiping out the menace of drugs from the state for which sports is being encouraged. Bhagwant Singh Mann envisioned that coaches can act as a catalyst in making Punjab a drug free state by promotion of sports.

The Chief Minister also said that due to the strenuous efforts of the state government, the players of state are bringing laurels for the state in the Asian games. He said that the state government is incentivizing the players with cash awards and other facilities to encourage them to perform in national and international events. Bhagwant Singh Mann further said that for the first time in the history of state players are being given financial assistance to prepare for international events.

The Chief Minister said that coaches play an important role in preparing the players for adapting the new techniques in the arena of sports. He said that this helps in ensuring that the players are able to combat the future challenges in the best manner. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that it is heartening that out of 48 players from state who have participated in the Asian Games, 33 players won a total of 19 medals including eight Gold, six Silver and five Bronze medals adding that this is the biggest tally of Punjab in the history of Asiad during the post independence era.

The Chief Minister said that coaches accomplish a very hard task to produce the gems in the field as this duty has been bestowed on them by God. He said that the state government is committed for the well being of the players and coaches for which stupendous efforts have been made. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction for him that his government has regularised services of more than 12000 teachers and now the salary of the Executive coaches has been almost doubled.

The Chief Minister said that the state government has so far handed over appointment letters to more than 37000 youth adding that now a competition is going on in villages for producing the maximum number of government servants. He said that this is just the beginning as now more than 2.89 lakh jobs will also be provided in the private sector. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government is committed to channelizing the unbounded energy of the youth in a positive direction.

The Chief Minister bemoaned that successive state governments in Punjab have ignored the sports due to which the state has suffered a lot. However, he said that his government is working untiringly to restore the pristine glory of sports in the state. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that his government is making all out efforts to upgrade the sport infrastructure in the state so that world class facilities can be provided to the budding players.

Earlier, the Sports Minister Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer welcomed all the dignitaries on the occasion.

During their address two executive coaches, Nitish Thakur and Jagbir Singh profusely thanked the Chief Minister for enhancing their salaries. They said that this path breaking initiative will go a long way in reviving the sports culture in the state. They expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for acceding to their long pending adding that this will encourage all of them to render their services more diligently and passionately.

 

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Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday said that life and philosophy of Shaheed Bhagat Singh will ever inspire youth to serve the country selflessly. The Chief Minister, while addressing the gathering during Ek Sham Shaheedan de Naam here today, said that numerous sacrifices were made for emancipating the country from the foreign imperialism. He said that we have done nothing for the country as compared to these legends. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that  Britishers didn’t loot India as much as the Indian rulers did in post freedom period.

 The Chief Minister said that now the things are being streamlined and efforts are being made to make the state a front runner one in the country. He said that 18 months since he has assumed the charge of office his government is making strenuous efforts for putting the state back on track of growth. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that all of us should exercise our franchise wisely as the onus of building the country lies on our shoulders.

 The Chief Minister said that Shaheed Bhagat Singh sacrificed his life at the altar of motherland in a very young age. He said that supreme sacrifice made by him has inspired millions of youth to lay down their lives for the sake of freedom of the country. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that all the youth must take inspiration from the great martyr to do selfless service of the nation.

 The Chief Minister called upon youth to follow the footsteps of the great national heroes to serve the country. He said that such functions must be held across the nook and corner of the state to perpetuate the legacy of martyrs. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that his country is making every effort for realising the dream of the martyrs, who laid their life for sake of motherland.

 The Chief Minister said that the great Sikh Gurus have taught us to fight against tyranny, injustice and oppression. He said that this needs to be perpetuated amongst our coming generations so as to restore the pristine glory of the state. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that Punjab inherits a glorious legacy adding that our youth must be keep abreast of it.

 The Chief Minister also said that the state government is opening eight hi-tech centres for imparting training to the students for competitive exams. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these centres will provide quality training to youth for clearing the UPSC exams and sit on coveted positions in state and country. He said that the target of the state government is to ensure that youth sit in high offices and serve the country.

 Making a scathing attack on the opposition parties, the Chief Minister said that those who were living in palatial houses during their heydays of power have been ousted from the political scene of the state. He said that the state has witnessed the dawn of a new era as these people who were considered invincible have been shown the door by the people. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that due to this a change has been witnessed in Punjab and for the first time people centric decisions have acquired centre-stage in the process of governance.

Punjab Govt to resolve all issues of farmers linked with phagwara sugar mill soon, says Minister

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Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government would resolve all the issues of farmers related with Golden Sandhar Mill Ltd, Phagwara at the earliest, assured Gurmeet Singh Khudian, Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Punjab.

Gurmeet Singh Khudian along with Punjab Sugarfed Chairman Mr. Navdeep Singh Jeeda, Director Agriculture Jaswant Singh and Kapurthala district authorities held a meeting with cane farmers from Doaba region led by Bhartiya Kisan Union (Doaba) President Manjit Singh Rai here at Kheti Bhawan.

Responding to the concerns raised by the cane farmers, the Agriculture Minister directed the Deputy Commissioner Kapurthala Captain Karnail Singh to expedite the process of attaching the properties of defaulter owners of the sugar mill, besides, taking all possible steps to ensure that farmers interests won’t get hampered as welfare of the state farmers is the top priority for Chief Minister S Bhagwant Singh Mann led Government.

He also asked the Kapurthala district authorities to make it sure that all the pending dues of the cane farmers should also be cleared in a time bound manner. 

Reiterating that the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government would not allow the farmers to suffer at the hands of defaulter mill owners, the Agriculture Minister said the the state government stood firmly with its farmers and strict action will be initiated against the defaulter mill owners, who are trying to escape from their responsibility of paying dues to the tune of Rs 40.72 crore to cane farmers.

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Haryana Transport Minister, Sh. Mool Chand Sharma said that two mobile vans are being run by the Department of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare to raise awareness among farmers about crop residue management. The primary goal is to discourage farmers from burning crop residues and encourage them to utilise agricultural machinery to process the residue into the soil.

Minister, Sh .Mool Chand Sharma while flagging off a Crop Residue Management Awareness Van in Sonipat and extended his best wishes for achieving the goal, today.

        The Transport Minister said  that the mobile vans would traverse villages, reaching out to farmers to educate them about effective crop residue management. The aim is to reduce instances of crop burning and promote the use of agricultural machinery to incorporate residue into the soil, rather than disposing of it through burning.

Sh. Sharma also highlighted that it is prohibited, as per directives from the Supreme Court and both the central and state governments, for any farmer to burn crop residues. Such practices contribute to increased pollution, adversely affecting people’s health, especially those suffering from respiratory ailments.

He informed that the Haryana government is providing an incentive of Rs.1,000 per acre for crop residue management. He urged all farmers to pledge that they would not burn crop residues and would instead benefit from the government’s scheme by managing residue appropriately. He also mentioned that the government is subsidising agricultural machinery for residue management, making the process more accessible.

        Additionally, industrial units that require crop residue as a raw material have been encouraged to procure it directly from farmers, promoting sustainable practices and reducing pollution. Both these mobile vans will visit each village in three different phases, disseminating information through leaflets and announcements, effectively raising awareness about crop residue management among farmers.