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27 May

Haryana CM Saini Orders Modernization of ITI Workshops and Industry-Aligned Curriculum Upgrades

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday directed the Department of Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship to modernize all Industrial Training Institute (ITI) workshops across the state by equipping them with contemporary tools. Reviewing the department's next five-year roadmap under the Haryana Vision-2047 initiative at the Haryana Civil Secretariat, the Chief Minister emphasized updating educational curricula to match current industrial requirements, ensuring immediate employment for graduates and a steady supply of skilled labour for businesses. Chief Minister Saini noted that while market demands have evolved rapidly, many training institutes continue to follow outdated teaching methodologies, creating…

27 May

Haryana CM Saini Orders Village-Level Talent Scouting to Shape Next Generation of Athletes for 2036 Olympics

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana2036 Olympics preparation, Haryana sports roadmap, Haryana Vision-2047, Nayab Singh Saini, village talent scouting

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)— Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday announced a comprehensive grass-roots initiative aimed at identifying sports talent among children at the village level. Reviewing the Sports Department's next five-year roadmap under the Haryana Vision-2047 blueprint, the Chief Minister directed panchayats, government schools, and sports authorities to work in unison to provide specialized training and equipment tailored to each child's preferred discipline. During the high-level review meeting held at the Haryana Civil Secretariat, Chief Minister Saini stressed that the Sports Department must expand its focus beyond urban centers and established stadiums to tap into rural talent. He…

27 May

Haryana Public Health Minister Ranbir Gangwa Orders Cancellation of Employee Leaves Amid Severe Drinking Water Crunch

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)— Haryana Public Health Engineering and Public Works Minister Ranbir Gangwa has placed the state's public health department on high alert to handle the rising summer drinking water crisis. To ensure uninterrupted clean water supply during this critical season, the minister directed all state officials to remain in the field and announced the cancellation of leaves for all department employees across the state. Chairing a comprehensive circle-wise review meeting alongside Chief Engineer Devender Dahima and field officials, Minister Gangwa warned that the next month remains the most challenging for water distribution. He explicitly directed executive engineers, sub-divisional officers,…

27 May

Haryana CM Saini Thanks PM Modi for Approving India’s First Hydrogen Train Between Jind and Sonipat

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanahydrogen fuel cell DEMU, India's first hydrogen train, Jind-Sonipat railway, Narendra Modi, Nayab Singh Saini

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh) — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday expressed his deep gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the central government for allocating India's first hydrogen fuel cell-based DEMU train to Haryana. The Chief Minister hailed the decision as a historic milestone, not just for the state but for the entire nation, stating that it will establish a new identity for India in modern, environment-friendly, and future-oriented public transit systems. Chief Minister Saini noted that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Modi, Indian Railways is advancing rapidly toward green energy and world-class infrastructure. He stated…

26 May

NIA Chargesheets Nine, Including Two Pakistani Nationals, in Sirsa Police Station Grenade Attack

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaanti-terror investigation, National Investigation Agency chargesheet, Shahzad Bhatti, Sirsa grenade attack

Sirsa (Balwinder Singh): The National Investigation Agency filed a comprehensive chargesheet against nine individuals, including two Pakistani nationals, in connection with the November 2025 grenade attack targeting the Women’s Police Station in Sirsa, Haryana. Submitted before the Special NIA Court in Panchkula, the chargesheet invokes rigorous provisions under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita, and the Explosive Substances Act. The anti-terror agency identified the overseas handlers as Pakistan-based operatives Shahzad Bhatti and Sohail Ahmad, also known as Sohail Baloch, while the named Indian operatives include Dheeraj, Vikas (alias Vikky), Sandeep, a second individual named Vikas, Sushil, Mohammad…

26 May

Connecting Every Corner: Chief Minister Directs Expansion of Public Bus Networks to Curb Private Vehicle Reliance

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaelectric bus infrastructure, HAPPY card scheme, Haryana public transport roadmap, Nayab Singh Saini, smart transit tracking

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that reducing the reliance on private vehicles is vital for lowering petroleum and diesel consumption, a goal that can only be achieved by expanding the reach of public transit. Presiding over a review meeting for the Transport Department’s five-year roadmap under the Haryana Vision-2047 initiative, the Chief Minister instructed officials to design a comprehensive statewide route map aligned with population growth and future transit demands, ensuring that an increased number of villages and cities are effectively linked through an updated transit system. During the meeting at the Haryana Civil Secretariat,…

26 May

Field-First Governance: Minister Ranbir Gangwa Directs Officials to Tackle Civic Issues on the Ground

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana development projects, public works infrastructure, Ranbir Gangwa, water supply management

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Public Health Engineering and Public Works (Buildings & Roads) Minister Ranbir Gangwa has issued strict directives to officials from both departments, emphasizing that ensuring uninterrupted drinking water supply during the intense summer heat wave and accelerating road repairs before the monsoon are among the government’s highest priorities. The minister stressed that administrative staff must increase their presence on the ground to address and resolve public grievances directly in the field, specifically extending these operational guidelines to Executive Engineers and Sub-Divisional Officers. In an official correspondence sent to Deputy Commissioners across the state, Minister Gangwa highlighted that…

26 May

Educational Standards Raised for OT Assistants in Haryana: Association Expresses Gratitude to Health Minister

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAarti Singh Rao, Haryana healthcare reform, medical education Haryana, Operation Theatre Assistant qualification

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): In a significant move to upgrade healthcare services, the Haryana government has made a historic decision to elevate the educational qualification required for Operation Theatre (OT) Assistants. The Operation Theatre Assistant Welfare Association, Haryana, has warmly welcomed the decision to transition the minimum qualification from a Grade 12 science background to a specialized "B.Sc. in OT Technology." A delegation led by the association's president, Rahul Jaglan, and general secretary, Rajinder Singh, met with Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao in Chandigarh to express their profound gratitude for this landmark decision. Association members highlighted that this shift is not…

26 May

Gurmeet Ram Rahim Walks Out on Fresh 30-Day Parole, Marks Another Temporary Release

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Rohtak (Balwinder Singh): Dera Sacha Sauda chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh, serving a 20-year prison sentence in a rape case, was released from Haryana’s Sunaria jail on Tuesday after authorities approved a 30-day parole. The controversial Dera leader exited the Rohtak prison complex early in the morning at around 6:35 am, accompanied by tight security arrangements. He was escorted out in a convoy as police personnel monitored the area to maintain order. This is another temporary release for Ram Rahim since his conviction in 2017 by a special CBI court in Panchkula for sexually assaulting two women followers. Since being…

25 May

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini Inspections Police Recruitment PMT Arrangements at Tau Devi Lal Stadium

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanagovernance, Haryana, Nayab Singh Saini, Panchkula, Police Recruitment

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini paid a surprise visit to the Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Sector-3 on Monday to personally inspect the ongoing physical measurement test (PMT) organized for state police recruitment. Conducted under the supervision of the Haryana Staff Selection Commission, the administrative drive processes approximately 3,000 candidates daily. The Chief Minister interacted directly with the aspirants and their accompanying family members to gather first-hand feedback regarding the logistics, security, and medical arrangements set up at the venue. During his interaction with the applicants, Saini emphasized that the state administration has executed comprehensive, candidate-friendly…