Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday appealed to every citizen of the State to plant trees to honour mother under ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign on the Prime Minister’s call. Saini emphasized the importance of not only planting the tree but also taking care of it until it stands strong. This is the only way to maintain environmental balance, he added.
Saini, addressing a public gathering in Pinjore after listening to the 111th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's “Mann Ki Baat” programme, Saini said: “Under the leadership of PM Modi, we have a guide who leads not just the nation but the world. The ‘Mann Ki Baat’ program connects the entire nation across various fields. The Prime Minister introduces individuals who have excelled in their respective areas, which inspires others to work for society and the nation.”
The Chief Minister pointed out that due to environmental imbalance, the temperature has significantly increased. Nowadays, temperatures exceeding 50 degrees are observed. To address this imbalance, the Prime Minister initiated this campaign, which will continue till July 6. Saini pledged that in addition to promoting PM Modi’s initiatives, they will also plant trees on family members’ birthdays and take care of them until they grow into trees.
Saini said that the work done by the BJP Government in the last 10 years surpasses the cumulative development work done by previous governments. “When we look around, we see national highways, green corridors, and expressways. Besides the electrification of railway lines, the country has been given hi speed trains like Vande Bharat. The establishment of AIIMS, medical colleges, and other institutions has strengthened the nation,” he said, while urging the workers to promote the work of the central and state BJP governments in every household.
Attends 9th State Level Journalist Award Ceremony on Devarshi Narad Jayanti
Speaking as the chief guest at the ninth state-level Journalist Award Ceremony organized on the occasion of Devarshi Narad Jayanti in Panchkula, Saini said that Devarshi Narad was an ideal proponent of journalism. Devarshi Narad analyzed events and presented the truth positively from different perspectives, CM added.
The Chief Minister said that from ancient times, it has been embedded in our culture and traditions that facts should always be true and accurate. “Devarshi Narad practiced journalism based on truth. Although the form of journalism has changed over time, the path of truth remains the same. Devarshi Narad set new standards in journalism by analyzing events in adverse circumstances,” he added.
Saini said that the Haryana Government is supportive of journalists. “Along with providing pensions, the Government is offering cover insurance and free travel of 4,000 kms in Haryana Roadways buses for journalists. The government has launched several schemes for the upliftment of journalists. The most important among these is the Media Person Pension Scheme which has now been increased to Rs 15,000,” he added.
