Punjab Governor remembers Jesus Christ on Good Friday
Chandigarh: Remembering Jesus Christ on ‘Good Friday’, Punjab Governor and UT-Chandigarh Administrator Banwarilal Purohit on Thursday said that Jesus’ life was devoted to mitigating human suffering. His teachings inspire us to lead a life filled with truth, forgiveness, love and selfless service. “Let us unite together to eradicate violence and hatred from society; Let us dedicate ourselves to the service of the weak and downtrodden,” he said in the message.
PSPCL issues advisory to prevent fire incidents in fields
Chandigarh: In view of the ongoing harvesting season, Punjab Power Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO on Thursday made an appeal to the farmers to inform nearest PSPCL offices, in case they notice any loose electricity wires or any sparking incident in their respective areas. The Minister said that PSPCL will take every possible step to avert fire incidents in the fields. Consumers can also register their complaints regarding electricity on round-the-clock functional helpline numbers 96461-06835 and 96461-06836.
Punjab’s all villages declared ‘Certified Har Ghar Jal’
Chandigarh: Punjab Water Supply and Sanitation Minister Bram Shanker Jimpa on Thursday informed that every village in the state has been declared ‘Certified Har Ghar Jal’ under Jal Jeevan Mission — signifying that every rural household in Punjab now has access to clean and safe drinking water, ensuring improved health and sanitation for millions of residents. Jimpa said that certification of this accomplishment has been done by each Gram Panchayat through Gram Sabha meetings.
Vineet Gandhi chosen Pkl DTBA prez for second time
Panchkula: Vineet Gandhi has been unanimously declared as the president of District Taxation Bar Association, Panchkula for the second time. The decision was taken unanimously in a special meeting of the Association and the new executive body of the association was formed. Among other members of the association, Pawan Kumar Pahwa and Vineet Thakral have been declared as vice president, Deepak Sharma as general secretary, Anil Sharma as finance secretary, and Ashwani Kumar as media secretary.
Minister instructs to raise awareness about children’ enrollment in Anganwadi
Chandigarh: Punjab Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr Baljit Kaur on Thursday instructed Anganwadi workers to sensitize the parents of children, above the age of three, about enrolling them in Anganwadi centres by going door-to-door. The Minister said that efforts are being made to develop every child by fulfilling their basic needs in Anganwadi centres. Besides providing supplementary nutritional food and basic education, parents are also made aware of vaccination, health check-ups, and nutrition.
Haryana reports 318 fresh Covid-19 cases, 1 death
Chandigarh: The surge in Covid cases goes unabated in Haryana as the state on Thursday reported 318 fresh cases and one death during the day. As many as 159 persons recovered during the day, according to the medical bulletin. A maximum of 179 Covid-19 cases were reported from Gurugram followed by 39 in Panchkula, 21 in Faridabad, 20 in Rohtak, eight in Hisar, seven in Yamunanagar, six each in Palwal, Ambala and Sirsa, four in Jhajjar, three each in Sonipat, Panipat and Kurukshetra. One death was reported from Gurugram, it stated.