Hry CM urges Union Home Minister for National Forensic Sciences University Campus in Panchkula
Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday offered free land in Panchkula for setting up both a temporary and permanent campus of the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Gandhinagar. In a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the Chief Minister urged for speedy approval of the project. According to the letter, the Government had previously requested permission from the Union Home Ministry on November 15, 2022, through a demi-official letter for setting up NFSU campuses in Panchkula. The request was forwarded to NFSU, Gandhinagar, which then formed a committee. The committee inspected the proposed land in Panchkula in August and submitted its report to the Union Home Ministry. Saini emphasized in his letter that the Haryana government is ready to provide the land for this project free of cost and requested the Union Home Ministry to grant approval at the earliest.
Hry Agri Minister praises PM Modi for MSP increase on Kharif Crops
Chandigarh: Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana on Wednesday expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan for the Union Cabinet’s decision to approve a significant increase in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 14 Kharif crops for the marketing season 2025-26. This decision reflects the Central Government’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of farmers and the strengthening of India’s agriculture sector. In a statement issued, Rana said that the increase in MSP will provide adequate financial security to farmers in Haryana and across the country. This decision stands as a testament to the Modi Government’s commitment to ensuring fair compensation for our hardworking farmers. The increased MSP, coupled with a robust procurement mechanism, will strengthen Haryana’s agricultural economy. This is a transformational step toward doubling farmers’ income, he added.
Hry Govt appoints Link Officers of Education, Health and other 6 Deptts
Chandigarh: The Haryana Government on Wednesday appointed Link Officers of 8 departments with the objective of ensuring smooth functioning of the concerned departments in the absence of Administrative Secretaries due to leave, training, tour, election duty or transfer or retirement or any other reason. According to a letter issued by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, in the case of Medical Education and Research Department, Administrative Secretary of Health and Family Welfare Department has been appointed as Link Officer-1, Administrative Secretary of Higher Education Department has been appointed as Link Officer-2 and Administrative Secretary of School Education Department has been appointed as Link Officer-3. In the case of Higher Education Department, Administrative Secretary of School Education Department has been appointed as Link Officer-1, Administrative Secretary of Medical Education and Research Department has been appointed as Link Officer-2 and Administrative Secretary of Health and Family Welfare Department has been appointed as Link Officer-3.
Haryana intensifies pollution control efforts in Yamuna catchment
Chandigarh: In a concerted effort to rejuvenate the Yamuna River and strengthen pollution control initiatives, Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi on Wednesday chaired a high-level meeting to assess the progress of ongoing and planned projects in the Yamuna catchment area. The Chief Secretary emphasized the need for rigorous oversight, directing officials to review the status of all Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and Common Effluent Treatment Plant (CETP) projects biweekly to ensure timely progress. To bolster pollution control measures, a Task Force has been established under the Chairmanship of the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB). This Task Force, comprising representatives from key departments including Industries, Public Health Engineering Department, Irrigation, Urban Local Bodies, HSVP, FMDA, and GMDA will suggest additional strategies for curbing pollution. The Member Secretary of the HSPCB will act as Member Secretary of the Task Force.
MC Chandigarh conducts a special enforcement drive at Sector 26 Mandi
Chandigarh: In a joint operation with the Marketing Committee and Mandi Board, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh today carried out a special enforcement drive at Sector 26 Mandi. The drive was conducted following the directions of MC Commissioner Amit Kumar, to ensure better regulation and maintenance of cleanliness and order within the mandi premises. During the drive, the MCC enforcement team issued 18 challans to violators for various offenses including unauthorized dumping of waste, encroachments, and non-compliance with Govt rules. The team acted swiftly and firmly to address these violations, aiming to improve the overall hygiene and functioning of the mandi. The enforcement team also issued strong warnings to regular offenders, cautioning them of strict legal action if violations persist.
Rs 50 lakh development funds announced for each of 22 villages in Chandigarh
Chandigarh: In a major push towards rural infrastructure enhancement, the City Mayor Harpreet Kaur Babla on Wednesday announced the release of Rs 50 lakh for each of the 22 villages transferred to the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh, under the dedicated Village Development Fund. Calling the councillors of the respective wards having these 22 villages, the Mayor urged them to raise and prioritize the development demands specific to their villages. “The dedicated funds are available with the MCC, and we are committed to ensuring visible and meaningful improvements in civic infrastructure,” she said.