Punjab

‘Sehatmand Punjab’ Promise Fulfilled: CM Lays Foundation for Sri Sukhmani Institute in Dera Bassi, Pledges Holistic Youth Development

‘Sehatmand Punjab’ Promise Fulfilled: CM Lays Foundation for Sri Sukhmani Institute in Dera Bassi, Pledges Holistic Youth Development

Dera Bassi (Mohali), March 6, 2025: Highlighting the success of the “Sehatmand Punjab” mission, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann today stated that the state government is successfully fulfilling its guarantee of providing quality healthcare services to people, ensuring that no one in Punjab is deprived of medical treatment.After laying the foundation stone for Sri Sukhmani Institute of Medical Sciences and Research today, the Chief Minister emphasized that healthcare is the backbone of any prosperous society, and the state government is leaving no stone unturned in strengthening it. He stated that a robust medical education system not only produces skilled…
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CM Urges Public to Join Fight Against Drugs, Vows Crackdown Until Punjab is Drug-Free

CM Urges Public to Join Fight Against Drugs, Vows Crackdown Until Punjab is Drug-Free

SAS Nagar (Mohali), March 6, 2025: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Thursday gave a clarion call to people to become active partner in the campaign against drugs so that this scourge can be completely wiped out from state.Addressing the gathering after launching City Surveillance and Management System, the Chief Minister said that the state government has launched major crackdown against drugs. He said that this meticulously planned campaign has been launched to snap the supply line of drugs, put the drug peddler behind the bars and ensure the rehabilitation of drug addicts. Bhagwant Singh Mann profusely thanked the…
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State-Level Mock Drill Conducted in Dera Bassi to Tackle Chemical Disasters; NDRF Leads Toluene Leak Simulation

State-Level Mock Drill Conducted in Dera Bassi to Tackle Chemical Disasters; NDRF Leads Toluene Leak Simulation

Derabassi (SAS Nagar), March 6, 2025:As a part of statewide mock exercise to prevent Chemical Disaster, National Disaster Response Force's 7th Batallion from Ponjore in coordination with District Administration, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar conducted a drill at Punjab Chemical and Crop Protection Limited, Derabassi, today. Divulging the details, Sub Divisional Magistrate, Amit Gupta who is also happened to be incident  commander under Disastera Management, said that a dummy scenario ofToluene Leakage during refilling from tanker was created to exercise the mock drill operation. Detailing the sequence of actions, he said that the alarm system rang on detection of Toluene leakage…
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70 units of blood collected in front of Metro store in Zirakpur

70 units of blood collected in front of Metro store in Zirakpur

Zirakpur, 6 March 2025: To meet the shortage of blood in hospitals, Vishvas Foundation Panchkula & Indian Red Cross Society District Branch Mohali organized a blood donation camp in Zirakpur with the blessings of Gurudev Shri Swami Vishvas Ji. This blood donation camp was organized near Metro Store in Zirakpur. In the camp, 84 donors registered to donate blood, 14 were refused to donate blood due to health-related problems. The team of Blood Bank AM Care Blood Centre Zirakpur collected 70 units of blood under the supervision of Dr. Kartik Aggarwal. Sadhvi Neelima Vishvas, President of Vishvas Foundation, said that…
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Punjab Government Launches Bulldozer Crackdown on Drug Networks in Mandi Gobindgarh

Punjab Government Launches Bulldozer Crackdown on Drug Networks in Mandi Gobindgarh

Mandi, March 5, 2025– In a major crackdown under the ‘Yudh Nashe Virudh’ (War Against Drugs) campaign, the Punjab government has launched bulldozer action against properties linked to drug traffickers in Mandi Gobindgarh and other areas. Authorities have demolished illegal structures allegedly built on encroached village land, intensifying the state’s fight against the drug menace. Demolitions Target Alleged Drug Peddlers’ Properties Officials confirmed that several unauthorized buildings linked to drug traffickers have been razed as part of the campaign. The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, has vowed to eradicate drug networks and has set a three-month deadline…
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Farmer Leader Joginder Ugrahan Detained Ahead of Chandigarh Protest

Farmer Leader Joginder Ugrahan Detained Ahead of Chandigarh Protest

Chandigarh, March 5, 2025 – Punjab police detained farmer leader Joginder Singh Ugrahan on Tuesday morning near Gharachon village in Sangrur district, ahead of a major farmers' protest planned in Chandigarh. Ugrahan, the president of the Bhartiya Kisan Union (Ekta-Ugrahan), was among several farmer leaders targeted in a statewide crackdown. Punjab Police Crackdown on Farmer Leaders In a pre-dawn operation, police conducted raids at the homes of multiple farmer leaders across Punjab. Several prominent activists were taken into custody to prevent their participation in the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha’s (SKM) week-long demonstration in Chandigarh. The Punjab government’s move follows unsuccessful negotiations…
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Akal Takht Panel to Launch SAD Membership Drive Amid Rift with Sukhbir Badal Faction

Akal Takht Panel to Launch SAD Membership Drive Amid Rift with Sukhbir Badal Faction

Amritsar, March 4, 2025 – The Akal Takht-appointed panel has announced the launch of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) membership drive from March 18, following an ‘ardas’ at the Akal Takht Sahib. This comes after the Sukhbir Singh Badal faction refused to support the panel’s efforts, deepening the divide within Sikh politics.The decision aligns with the December 2 ‘hukamnama’ (decree) issued by the Sikh clergy, which instructed a fresh membership process while condemning Sukhbir’s leadership. Despite the Badal faction already completing their own membership drive, the Akal Takht jathedar, Giani Raghbir Singh, clarified that the official process had not yet…
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DC Office Staff Halt Work After Punjab Government Suspends Striking Officials

DC Office Staff Halt Work After Punjab Government Suspends Striking Officials

Moga/Jalandhar (National Times)– Employees at the Deputy Commissioner (DC) offices in Moga and Jalandhar have ceased work in response to the Punjab government’s order to suspend tehsildars and naib tehsildars who were on strike. In Moga, staff staged a mass walkout, leaving their seats empty, while in Jalandhar, clerical workers continued their protest into a third day. The District DC Office Employees’ Union, led by district president Dalbir Singh, plans to chart its next move at a Revenue Officers’ Union meeting in Moga today. “We’ll finalize our strategy after the meeting,” Singh stated. The session will bring together union heads,…
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CM Bhagwant Mann Takes a Strong Stand Against Corrupt Officials, Ensures Uninterrupted Registry Services

CM Bhagwant Mann Takes a Strong Stand Against Corrupt Officials, Ensures Uninterrupted Registry Services

SAS Nagar (Zirakpur), March 4, 2025 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann made it clear today that his government will not bow down to corrupt officials, especially those facing police action for bribery allegations. Taking an aggressive stance, he toured Zirakpur, Kharar, and Banur tehsil offices to ensure that registry services, which had stalled due to the protest by revenue officers, resumed immediately.Mann criticized revenue officers for going on mass leave as a pressure tactic after the Vigilance Bureau took action against corrupt officials. He stated, “These officers are essentially demanding a license for corruption. Our government will not…
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State-Level Mock Drill on Chemical Disasters to Be Held in Dera Bassi on March 6

State-Level Mock Drill on Chemical Disasters to Be Held in Dera Bassi on March 6

SAS Nagar, March 4, 2025 – Preparations for the state-level mock drill on chemical disasters, scheduled for March 6 in Dera Bassi, were reviewed during a high-level meeting at the District Administrative Complex under the chairpersonship of Deputy Commissioner Komal Mittal. Officials from various departments participated to ensure smooth execution of the drill.During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner directed officials to stay prepared for emergencies like chemical disasters, floods, CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) incidents, fires, and earthquakes, which are potential risks in Punjab. The drill will focus on emergency response, first aid, and public safety measures.A central team…
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