B.L. Verma

09 Jun

Ambala’s Shaheed Smarak Set to Become Asia’s Largest War Memorial, Says Union Minister B.L. Verma

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution and Social Justice and Empowerment B.L. Verma on Tuesday said the under-construction Shaheed Smarak in Ambala Cantonment is poised to become the largest martyr memorial in Asia and will provide future generations with an opportunity to understand India's freedom struggle through a vivid and immersive historical experience.After inspecting the “Azadi Ki Pehli Ladai Ka Shaheed Smarak” in Ambala Cantonment, Verma expressed hope that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would soon dedicate the memorial to the nation. He said the project would emerge as a major centre of…

27 Sep

Centre to Transfer Rs 1,600 Crore Flood Relief Directly to Punjab Farmers, Skipping State Govt

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Chandigarh, September 27, 2025: Union Minister B.L. Verma announced on Saturday that the ₹1,600 crore flood relief package for Punjab will be deposited directly into farmers’ bank accounts, bypassing the state government. He assured that disbursement would begin promptly once surveys are completed and added that extra assistance would be provided if necessary.The Centre’s decision follows sharp criticism from Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Finance Minister Harpal Cheema, who alleged on Friday that not a single rupee from the package had reached the state. They accused the Modi government of undermining the state’s role, sparking a renewed political confrontation.The…