Balwinder Singh, Author at National Times

08 Jun

Haryana CM Saini Flags Off Special Pilgrim Train To Somnath Under Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday flagged off a special pilgrim train from Kurukshetra carrying over eleven hundred elderly devotees bound for the historic Somnath Temple in Gujarat. The journey is organized under the state government's flagship Mukhyamantri Tirth Yatra Yojana, a welfare initiative designed to provide free transport and logistics support to senior citizens visiting significant spiritual centres across the country. Addressing the gathered pilgrims and senior seers at the launch ceremony, Chief Minister Saini emphasized that pilgrimages are a vital medium for social cohesion, allowing the younger generation to stay intimately connected to…

08 Jun

State Government To Purchase Organic Carbon Analysis Kits: Haryana Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): In a major bid to prevent agricultural lands from turning barren and to make farmers self-reliant, the Haryana government has decided to purchase specialized "Organic Carbon Analysis" kits. These modern kits will enable precise testing of soil samples to determine the exact level of organic carbon present in individual agricultural fields across the state. Haryana Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shyam Singh Rana, shared this information after presiding over a meeting of the High Powered Purchase Committee on Monday. The meeting was also attended by State Education Minister Mahipal Singh Dhanda and senior administrative officials, including…

08 Jun

Power Is Not A Means To Enjoy Luxury But A Medium For Service: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Blawinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday stated that political power is not a tool to enjoy luxury but a vital medium to serve the public. Addressing a gathering after inaugurating the newly constructed Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) district headquarters, named 'Namo Kamal', in Narnaul, Saini asserted that the current state government has effectively eliminated the systemic regional discrimination historically faced by South Haryana under previous regimes, replacing it with the inclusive philosophy of "Haryana Ek, Haryanvi Ek". Prior to his address, the Chief Minister hoisted the party flag and participated in a traditional ritual ceremony…

07 Jun

Government Run on Jokes Fails to Deliver, Says Nayab Singh Saini at Dhuri Rally

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Dhuri (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini issued a strong call for political transformation in Punjab during a massive public gathering in Dhuri on Sunday. Launching a scathing attack on the state leadership, Saini remarked that while jokes can successfully run cinema halls, they cannot effectively run a government. He asserted that the people of Punjab have grown weary of the empty promises and hollow assurances of the Aam Aadmi Party administration and are fully prepared to choose a path centered on development, transparency, and good governance. Addressing the large crowd, Saini criticized AAP leaders, labeling them "illusionaries"…

07 Jun

Life of Guru Amar Das Ji an Inspiration for Sacrifice, Equality, and Humanity, Says Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The life of the third Sikh guru, Sri Guru Amar Das Ji, stands as an unparalleled symbol of sacrifice, penance, devotion, and equality. Speaking at the 9th Mega Nagar Kirtan Samagam organized near Amarpura Chowk in Ludhiana, Punjab, to celebrate the Guru's parkash purb, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini stated that these historical teachings continue to guide society toward brotherhood, human welfare, and social harmony. The Chief Minister announced a financial contribution of ₹500,000 for the gurdwara management and assured continued government cooperation for future development projects related to the shrine. Saini emphasized that Guru Amar…

07 Jun

Haryana Achieves Over 40% Decline in Infant Mortality Rate Within a Decade

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana has recorded remarkable progress in maternal and child healthcare, with its Infant Mortality Rate dropping by more than 40% over the last ten years. According to the Sample Registration System 2024 report, the state's infant mortality plunged from 41 deaths per 1,000 live births a decade ago to 24. This sustained reduction has successfully saved the lives of thousands of newborns across the state. A health department spokesperson stated that targeted policy interventions and the expansion of specialized medical facilities have consistently upgraded child health outcomes. Over the past five years alone, Haryana's mortality rate dropped…

06 Jun

Yoga Should Become a Part of Daily Life, Says Haryana Minister Ranbir Gangwa

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Public Works Minister Ranbir Gangwa on Saturday urged people to make yoga an integral part of their daily routine, saying that a healthy India can only be built through healthy citizens.Addressing a one-day yoga training programme organised at the hockey ground of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Stadium in Sirsa, Gangwa said yoga should not be limited to a particular day or occasion but should be adopted as a regular lifestyle practice. The programme was jointly organised by the Women and Child Development Department, Ayush Department and the district administration. The minister said that in today’s fast-paced world,…

05 Jun

Haryana CM Urges Citizens to Plant Trees on World Environment Day; Holds Public Grievance Meet in Ladwa

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini extended his greetings on World Environment Day and made a strong appeal to citizens to actively participate in nature conservation. Speaking at an event held at the PWD Rest House in Ladwa, Kurukshetra, the Chief Minister recalled that on this very day in 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the nationwide ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign. He urged every individual to plant at least one sapling to ensure the success of this ecological mission. During the event, Chief Minister Saini planted a sapling within the rest house premises and emphasized…

05 Jun

Haryana Reopens Sunflower Procurement Portal for 60 Days; Announces Mega Eco-Tourism and Afforestation Plans

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has announced a major relief package for the state's agricultural sector by declaring that the government procurement portal for sunflower crops will be reopened for the next 60 days. Making the announcement during a World Environment Day event in Panchkula—where he also launched the JAICA-funded Sustainable Horticulture Promotion Project—the Chief Minister emphasized that the decision aims to protect growers who missed the initial registration deadlines due to unavoidable circumstances. Chief Minister Saini directed administrative officials to ensure the immediate reopening of the digital portal, reiterating that the state remains committed to…

05 Jun

Haryana Ready to Lead Horticulture and Agribusiness Revolution Under Sustainable Project Funded by JAICA, Says Haryana CM Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that the state is poised to spearhead a major transformation in agriculture, mirroring the impact of the historical Green Revolution through a new focus on horticulture and agribusiness. Speaking at a World Environment Day event in Panchkula, Chief Minister Saini launched the ₹2,738 crore Sustainable Horticulture Promotion Project, funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JAICA). He also laid the foundation stone for the Haryana Agribusiness and Cold Chain Centre, aiming to position the state as a national leader in food processing, agri-exports, and eco-friendly farming. Accompanied by Agriculture and…