Badal approves Rs 12.24 Crore for septic tanks
Chandigarh: To provide the benefit of sewerage system being installed in the 98 villages of State to the weaker and disadvantaged sections of society, Punjab Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal has sanctioned Rs 12.24 crore for the ‘free of cost construction of septic tanks’ in these houses. A spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s Office said that this facility would be provided in 98 villages of the State where the work of laying down the sewerage system was being done through the World Bank aided scheme of Rural Water Supply and Sanitation. However in order to extend the benefit of this scheme to the weaker sections of the society, the Chief Minister has decided to sanction Rs 12.24 crore for the ‘free of cost construction of septic tanks’ in 13,599 households in these villages. All Scheduled Caste families, BPl families, small farmers and families having a handicapped or women head would be entitled for availing the benefits of this scheme.
Choudhry advocates clean, honest politics
Chandigarh: Haryana Excise and Taxation Minister, Kiran Choudhry Sunday advocated the cause of clean and honest politics saying that political parties should nominate honest candidates to contest elections as both people and political environment would be in favour of the honest and clean politics. Choudhry was addressing a felicitation function organised by traders and industrialist association at Bhiwani. She said that today common people have become aware of politics and society could only be benefited when political parties have honest candidates in elections. Now days have gone for those political leaders who mislead the people by making false promises.
Jolly Rancher soon in india
Chandigarh: Hershey India has announced it will bring the iconic North American sweets brand, Jolly Rancher, to India, underscoring the importance and strength of the growing Indian confectionery market. India is the first international market for the Jolly Rancher brand outside of North America in the brand’s 65-year history. Jolly Rancher lollipops will be the first Jolly Rancher candy introduced in India. “The Jolly Rancher brand is a perfect line of products for sweets-loving consumers in India,” said Atul Razdan, General Manager, Marketing, Sweets and Refreshments, for Hershey India. “We’ve tailored our new Jolly Rancher products for India to appeal, specifically, to local palates with bold, fruity flavours that are unlike any other candy available in the market.”
Mothers’ Fest organised at smd little champ
Panchkula: A Mothers’ Fest involving over 30 mothers along with kids was organised at SMD little Champ School, Sector 2, Panchkula. The objective of Mother Fest was to infused the spirit of participation in mothers and leave the kids in joyous mode for upcoming winter vacations. Sonia Verma won the sandwich-making competition while Sapna Bansal pair with her son was adjudged as the best dancing pair. Naresh Gupta, Director, SMD little Champ School gave away the prizes to the winners.
Health and polio camp at Holy Child School
Panchkula: A baby health checkup and polio eradication camp was organised at Holy Child School, Morni Road, Panchkula in which over 70 toddlers were examined by a team of doctors. Doctors advised the kids on various aspects including their fitness, teeth brushing, personal hygiene and diet. Polio Drops were also given to kids. Neena Trehan, Principal, Holy Child School, said, “The objective of this drive was to ensure students live a healthy life and concentrate well in their studies”.
Patiala’s GMC alumni hosts 17th annual meet
Chandigarh: GMC (Govt Medical College, Patiala) Alumni Association organised its 17th Annual Meet which was well-attended by over 45 alumni here. The meet was marked by a panel discussion on Total Knee Replacement and Annual Dinner. The doctors present on the occasion also discussed the latest innovations being introduced in Total Knee Replacement. Addressing the gathering on subject Knee Replacement : Visual of delights, Dr Jatinder Singla, ortho, joint replacement and spine surgeon briefed about the latest innovation being introduced in total knee replacement which is performed without any blood loss. The talk was followed by a cultural extravaganza when doctors exhibited their talent on stage.
Seth Satpal Mall thanks Cong top brass
Jalandhar: Seth Satpal Mall, newly appointed State Secretary Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee (PPCC), has expressed gratitude to AICC President Sonia Gandhi, Vice President Rahul Gandhi, General Secretary in-charge Shakeel Ahmad, Secretary in-charge Harish Chaudhary and PCC president Partap Singh Bajwa for his appointment as State Secretary for the Punjab Executive Committee. He said that every section of society had got representation in the PPCC executive and party workers at grass root level have been adjusted. Mall said that with the new list of office bearers, the party would get a boost and face the political challenges. He called upon all party workers to get ready for the lok Sabha elections.