Haryana Archives - Page 9 of 98

08 May

Haryana on Fast Track Toward TB-Free Status as 10,000 Cases Identified in 30 Days

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAI Technology, Haryana, Health Camps, Health Ministry, nutrition, Screening, TB-free, Tuberculosis

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao has announced that the state is making rapid strides toward its "TB-free Haryana" objective through a combination of public awareness, advanced technology, and robust community involvement. While releasing a 30-day progress report for the second phase of the 100-day TB eradication campaign launched on World TB Day, Rao noted that 10,978 new cases have already been identified. This achievement is largely attributed to a proactive "Active Case Finding" strategy and the integration of artificial intelligence into the screening process. Rather than waiting for symptomatic individuals to visit clinics, health workers are…

07 May

Governor Asim Kumar Ghosh inspires new IAS probationers with a masterclass on public service

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAdministrative integrity, Good Governance, Haryana cadre, Haryana Governor, IAS probationers, Public service

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Six fresh-faced IAS probationers from the 2025 batch, recently allotted to the Haryana cadre, stepped into the corridors of power this Thursday for a courtesy meeting with Governor Professor Asim Kumar Ghosh at Lok Bhavan in Chandigarh. The encounter was less of a formal briefing and more of an impassioned call to action, as the Governor took the opportunity to impart a clear vision for their upcoming roles within the state’s administrative machinery. He reminded the young officers that while the prestige of the civil services is significant, the real weight lies in the responsibility to act…

07 May

Haryana Chief Secretary calls for greater sensitivity in senior citizen welfare cases

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAnurag Rastogi, Haryana news, Maintenance Act, Old-age homes, Senior citizens, Social Justice, Welfare rules

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi has issued a clear directive to district administrative officers, urging them to adopt a more compassionate and committed approach when handling matters related to the welfare of the elderly. Speaking at a state-level workshop focused on the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act of 2007, Rastogi emphasized that officials must be fully attuned to legal provisions while maintaining a deeply humanitarian perspective during their daily duties. He remarked that the law is not simply a financial tool but a moral commitment to provide seniors with honour, dignity, and access…

07 May

New health centres approved for Khori Kalan and Khatodra as Haryana bolsters rural healthcare

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAarti Rao, Haryana health, Mahendragarh, Medical Infrastructure, Nuh District, Public Health, Rural clinics

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao announced on Thursday that the provincial government is continuing its concerted efforts to strengthen medical infrastructure across rural and remote regions of the state. As part of this ongoing commitment, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has granted in-principle approval for the establishment of two new health facilities in the Nuh and Mahendragarh districts. The move is designed to bridge the gap in medical accessibility and ensure that high-quality care is available to residents right at their doorstep. According to the official announcement, a sub-health centre will be established in the village…

07 May

Haryana government declares paid holiday on May 10 for municipal elections

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAnurag Rastogi, Haryana Elections, Local Governance, Municipal Polls, paid holiday, voting rights

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government has announced a paid holiday on Sunday, May 10, 2026, to facilitate voter participation in the upcoming municipal civic polls. This directive applies to all registered voters residing in the specific regions where polling is scheduled to take place. Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi issued an official notification outlining the details of the exemption to ensure that citizens can exercise their democratic rights without facing any professional or financial setbacks. The electoral process on this date will cover a broad range of municipal bodies across the province. Voters will cast their ballots to elect the…

06 May

Haryana Government Sets May 22 Deadline for Employees to File Annual Property Returns

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAnurag Rastogi, Asset Disclosure, Civil Services, Deadline, government employees, Haryana, Intrahry, Property Returns

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government has officially mandated all state government employees to submit their annual property returns for the 2025-2026 fiscal year by May 22, 2026. Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi issued these instructions to ensure that every public servant remains compliant with the state's transparency and conduct regulations. The directive applies to all personnel across various government departments, emphasizing the administration's focus on maintaining updated records of assets held by its workforce. According to the guidelines provided by the Chief Secretary, the requirement is rooted in Rule 24 of the Haryana Civil Services (Government Employees' Conduct) Rules, 2016.…

06 May

Haryana Right to Service Commission Launches WhatsApp Chatbot to Streamline Citizen Appeals

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAAS, Chatbot, governance, Haryana, HRSC, Whatsapp

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)— The Haryana Right to Service Commission has officially launched a WhatsApp-based chatbot designed to simplify the process for citizens to track their applications and file appeals. A spokesperson for the Commission announced on Wednesday that this initiative is a significant step toward increasing transparency and strengthening citizen services through the use of digital technology. By leveraging this platform, residents can now easily monitor the status of their requests and engage with the Auto Appeal System (AAS) directly from their mobile devices. The new chatbot allows users to receive real-time updates regarding their applications and any subsequent appeals…

06 May

Haryana Water Minister Shruti Choudhry Assures State of Uninterrupted Drinking Water Supply Amid Rising Heat

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaBhiwani, Conservation, drinking water, Haryana, irrigation, Public Health, Shruti Choudhry, Water supply

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana’s Irrigation and Water Resources Minister Shruti Choudhry has assured citizens that the provincial government is fully committed to ensuring an uninterrupted and clean supply of drinking water across the state. During a comprehensive review meeting with senior officials from the Irrigation and Public Health Engineering departments on Wednesday, the minister emphasized that no region should face a shortage as temperatures continue to climb. She made it clear that the administration views the provision of potable water as a top priority and will provide all necessary resources and funding to maintain the infrastructure required for consistent delivery.…

06 May

Haryana Government to Construct Massive Grain Silo Between Shahbad and Ambala to Secure Harvests

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaGrain storage, Haryana agriculture, Hisar Airport, Nayab Singh Saini, Palwal water supply, Shahbad Ambala silo

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has prioritized the permanent resolution of grain storage issues by directing the construction of a large-scale silo between Shahbad and Ambala. During a high-level review meeting held at the Haryana Civil Secretariat on Wednesday, the Chief Minister emphasized that providing adequate warehouse and silo facilities is essential to prevent grain wastage and honour the hard work of the province's farmers. He instructed officials to identify approximately 100 acres of land situated strategically between a railway line and a road to ensure cost-effective connectivity across the country. The designated departments have been…

05 May

Haryana Becomes First Northern State to Provide Free Platelets for Dengue Patients

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanablood donation, Dengue treatment, free platelets, Haryana, Healthcare milestone, Manohar Lal, Nayab Saini

Kurukshetra (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced on Tuesday that Haryana has become the first state in Northern India to provide free Single Donor Platelets to dengue patients in government hospitals. Speaking at a blood donation camp and religious ceremony organized in Ladwa to celebrate the birthday of Union Minister Manohar Lal, the Chief Minister highlighted that the state government is also providing a reimbursement of 11,000 rupees to those suffering from the disease. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to modernize healthcare and ensure that life-saving treatments remain accessible to every citizen regardless of…