Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

20 Apr

Haryana irrigation minister orders urgent flood prevention measures

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Irrigation and Water Resources Minister Shruti Choudhary held a high-level review meeting in Chandigarh on Monday, April 20, 2026, to oversee flood management preparations ahead of the upcoming monsoon season. The Minister issued strict directives to departmental officials to ensure all necessary precautions are finalized well in advance to prevent any potential waterlogging or flood-like situations across the state. To prevent delays in essential infrastructure work, the Minister ordered that all tenders related to flood management be invited within the current week. In a move to bolster transparency and accountability, she mandated that payments for any…

20 Apr

CM Nayab Saini approves power upgrades and Hisar manufacturing hub plans

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini chaired a meeting of the High-Power Purchase Committee (HPPC) in Chandigarh on Monday, April 20, 2026. During the session, the committee finalized two major agendas aimed at modernizing the state's electrical infrastructure and accelerating industrial development in Hisar. The meeting was attended by Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Vipul Goel along with senior officials from various departments. The committee granted formal approval for the procurement of 41 SF6 gas circuit breakers for the 220 KV transformers of the Haryana Power Distribution Corporation. This procurement, estimated at approximately ₹918.4 lakh, is intended…

19 Apr

Spirit of Non-Violence More Relevant Today Than Ever: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasized that the core tenet of Jainism, Ahimsa Parmo Dharma (Non-violence is the supreme duty), has become increasingly vital in a world currently grappling with conflict and unrest. Speaking as the chief guest at a religious assembly at the Shri Atma Manohar Jain Aradhana Mandir in Karnal, the Chief Minister extended his greetings for Akshaya Tritiya and the Varshi Tap Parana festival. He noted that the values of self-control and patience inherent in these traditions serve as a significant inspiration for the youth, guiding them toward personal growth and national progress.…

19 Apr

Haryana Chief Minister Saini Slams Opposition for Obstructing Women’s Empowerment

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has accused the opposition of creating hurdles in the path of women’s rights, specifically targeting the Congress for what he termed "hypocrisy" regarding female reservation. Addressing a press conference in Rohtak, the Chief Minister labelled the Congress and its alliance partners as "anti-women," stating that their recent actions in Parliament to block bills related to the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam have exposed their true character. He was joined by West Delhi MP Kamaljeet Sehrawat and BJP State President Mohan Lal Kaushik during the session. Chief Minister Saini claimed that on April…

18 Apr

Haryana Election Commission enforces Property Defacement Act for 2026 civic polls

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana State Election Commissioner, Devinder Singh Kalyan, has issued a strict directive to enforce the Haryana Prevention of Defacement of Property Act, 1989, in light of the upcoming municipal and Panchayati Raj by-elections. Following the implementation of the Model Code of Conduct on April 13, 2026, the Commission has observed unauthorized posters, banners, and wall writings on public and private properties. Commissioner Kalyan emphasized that such activities not only violate the law but also mar the aesthetic appeal of the state during the election period. Under Sections 3 and 3-A of the Act, defacing any property…

18 Apr

HSSC to conduct Physical Measurement Test at Tau Devi Lal Stadium from April 20

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) has finalised the arrangements for the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) scheduled to commence on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Panchkula. HSSC member Bhupender Chauhan, while addressing a press conference on Saturday, stated that the commission has implemented advanced digital technologies to ensure a transparent and candidate-friendly environment. The testing process will begin at 6:30 AM daily, initially calling 700 candidates per day, with plans to scale up to 3,000 candidates depending on the requirement. The entire recruitment drive for various posts, including police constables and…

18 Apr

Haryana CM Nayab Saini cracks down on ESI hospital irregularities; Anti-Corruption Bureau to probe 133 private facilities

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini ordered strict disciplinary action following the discovery of widespread irregularities within the Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) healthcare system. During a review meeting at the Haryana Civil Secretariat, the Chief Minister directed the immediate issuance of de-empanelment notices to six private hospitals in Panipat. These hospitals were found to have recorded an unusually high number of patient referrals between the years 2020 and 2024, with investigations revealing forged signatures of medical officers on several referral documents. In a swift administrative cleanup, three employees of the Panipat ESI Hospital were suspended with immediate…

17 Apr

Haryana to Launch Dedicated Citizen Helpdesk for Revenue Grievances; 48-Hour Resolution

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)- Haryana Revenue Department has announced the launch of a dedicated Citizen Helpdesk aimed at ensuring time-bound redressal of public grievances related to registration and other revenue services. Financial Commissioner Revenue & Disaster Management Department, Dr. Sumita Misra said that it has designed to eliminate delays, curb malpractice, and make government service delivery more citizen-friendly across the state. The Citizen Helpdesk will function as a single-window platform where residents of Haryana can lodge complaints related to a wide range of issues, including delays in token approvals, technical glitches in the online registration system, paperless registration problems, corruption, harassment…

17 Apr

Saint Kabir’s teachings provide the right direction to humanity even today: CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini stated on Friday, April 17, 2026, that the teachings of Saint Shiromani Kabir Das remain deeply relevant in the modern era. Speaking at a seminar organized by the Bhagat Kabir Welfare Foundation in Mohali, Punjab, the Chief Minister noted that Kabir’s 15th-century crusade against religious bigotry, hypocrisy, and social discrimination continues to serve as a beacon for global brotherhood and social harmony. He emphasized that in a world currently grappling with various tensions and conflicts, Kabir’s philosophy of peace, love, and equality is more vital than ever. The Chief Minister highlighted…

16 Apr

CM Nayab Singh Saini announces two-week special cleanliness drive across Haryana

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced on Thursday, April 16, 2026, that a special fortnight-long cleanliness campaign will be launched across all municipal bodies in the state starting May 1. Addressing the newly formed ward committees via video conferencing from Chandigarh, the Chief Minister emphasized that these committees will play a pivotal role in maintaining urban hygiene throughout the year. To encourage excellence, the Chief Minister announced that wards performing exceptionally well in sanitation will be ranked and honored with financial incentives and awards. During the interaction, CM Saini highlighted that the success of Prime Minister…