Harjot Singh Bains Archives

26 Sep

Punjab Flood Debate Turns Heated as Harjot Bains Criticizes Political Parties

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Chandigarh, September 26, 2025: Punjab Assembly witnessed a heated session on Friday as legislators debated the devastating floods that have affected the state. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains accused the Congress of politicizing the disaster instead of focusing on relief and planning for the future.Bains praised the efforts of local leaders, artists, social workers, and religious figures who assisted flood-affected communities. “Times of crisis show who genuinely stands with the people,” he said, referring to the absence of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann due to illness, and added that the Congress attempted to make political gains out of the situation. “Illness…

04 Sep

Punjab Minister Harjot Singh Bains Opens Homes for Flood Victims, Appeals for Material Aid

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National Times Bureau :- Punjab Cabinet Minister Harjot Singh Bains has announced that his residences in Gambhirpur and Nangal will remain open round the clock for those affected by the recent floods. In a video message shared on social media, Bains said a dedicated team is stationed at his Nangal residence to provide essential supplies, including food and medicines, to those in need. He further stated that anyone requiring temporary accommodation can also stay at his homes. A helpline number has been set up to coordinate relief efforts, and incoming calls from the flood-hit areas are being attended to promptly.…

11 Aug

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains Completes Religious Service in Sri Anandpur Sahib

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Sri Anandpur Sahib, August 11, 2025 (National Times) — Punjab Education Minister Sardar Harjot Singh Bains today performed shoe-cleaning service at Sri Anandpur Sahib, as part of a religious penance directed by Sri Akal Takht Sahib. The service began around 9 a.m. after he paid obeisance at Gurdwara Sheeshganj Sahib.According to available information, today marked the final day of the service under this penance. Earlier, Bains had also performed the same service at Sis Gurdwara Sahib in Delhi. He said that serving in gurdwaras is not only a religious duty but also a lesson in peace of mind and humility.The…

09 Aug

Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains Performs ‘Jode Di Sewa’ After Akal Takht’s Order

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Sri Anandpur Sahib (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Saturday visited Gurdwara Shishganj Sahib in Sri Anandpur Sahib to perform ‘Jode Di Sewa’, a voluntary act of serving devotees by managing their footwear. This service is part of the religious penalty (Tankhah) directed by Sri Akal Takht Sahib following a recent controversy over a government event. On July 6, Bains appeared before the five Singh Sahibans at the Akal Takht to present his clarification regarding an official programme held in Srinagar to mark the martyrdom of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. The event drew strong criticism from…

21 Jul

Punjab Renames 115 Government Schools After Eminent Personalities to Inspire Students and Honour Legacy

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Chandigarh, July 21: With an aim to honour the legacy of the state’s notable personalities, the AAP-led Punjab Government has renamed 115 government schools after such personalities including freedom fighters, martyrs and internationally acclaimed players, said S. Harjot Singh Bains, Minister of School Education, Punjab.Notably, the School Education department has renamed 25 Govt schools after various freedom fighters and martyrs on July 18, 2025. The Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann announced yesterday that a school of Beas village in Jalandhar district would be renamed after the legendary marathon runner Sardar Fauja Singh.While addressing a press conference here at Punjab…

08 Jul

Harjot Bains Demands Rollback of PU’s ‘Dictatorial’ Admission Affidavit, Citing Threat to Campus Democracy

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Chandigarh, July 8, 2025 — Punjab Higher Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains has lashed out at Panjab University’s new requirement for fresh students to submit an affidavit as part of the 2025–26 admissions process, condemning the move as “dictatorial and arbitrary.”In a strongly worded letter to Panjab University Vice Chancellor, Bains demanded an immediate review of the policy, questioning its legality, procedural correctness, and implications for democratic life on campus.Bains, who serves as an ex-officio member of the university’s Senate, expressed doubts over whether the controversial affidavit was drafted and implemented through proper channels like the Senate or Syndicate. “This…

24 May

Punjab Rolls Out 3-Day Orientation to Empower Class 9 Students in Schools of Eminence

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Chandigarh, May 24, 2025: The Punjab Government has announced a first-of-its-kind, three-day orientation program for Class 9 students newly admitted to Schools of Eminence (SoE) for the academic session 2025–26. The initiative, beginning May 26, aims to support holistic student development and prepare students for academic and career success, said School Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains.The program, running until May 28, will immerse students in the SoE ecosystem through interactions with top professionals, including cabinet ministers, MPs, MLAs, bureaucrats, judges, advocates, doctors, vice chancellors, professors, and industry leaders. Bains stated this exposure will equip students with real-world insights into competitive…

11 May

Educational Institutions in Punjab to Reopen Tomorrow, Confirms Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains

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Chandigarh, May 11, 2025: Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains announced that all educational institutions across the state including schools, colleges, and universities will reopen from tomorrow. Regular classes and examinations will continue as per the scheduled academic calendar.In a message posted on social media, the minister emphasized that the situation has stabilized and academic activities will resume without further disruption. He credited the armed forces for restoring normalcy and expressed deep pride in their efforts. “We are immensely proud of our brave armed forces,” Bains stated, underlining their role in ensuring peace and security in the region. He concluded…

13 Apr

Anandpur Sahib Clash: Minister Bains, Akal Takht Jathedar Argue Over Roadwork and Religious Authority

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Anandpur Sahib, April 13, 2025 — A fiery confrontation unfolded today between Punjab Cabinet Minister Harjot Singh Bains and the Jathedar of Sri Akal Takht Sahib, Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj, during a public event in Anandpur Sahib. What began as a question about local infrastructure turned into a charged debate over religious authority and the role of politics in Sikh institutions.The tension sparked when Jathedar Gargaj demanded answers about the long-pending construction of the road leading to Takht Sri Kesgarh Sahib. “Minister Bains, you’ve made announcements from this very stage. When will the road actually be built?” he pressed.Bains responded…

06 Apr

Punjab Unveils ₹2,000 Crore ‘Sikhya Kranti’ to Transform Government Schools

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Chandigarh, April 6, 2025 — The Punjab Government is set to launch an ambitious 54-day education festival, Sikhya Kranti, beginning April 7, to celebrate and inaugurate newly developed infrastructure worth ₹2,000 crore in 12,000 government schools across the state.Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains announced the initiative on Sunday, declaring it a historic step toward ensuring equitable, modern, and empowering education for Punjab’s children. The transformation includes renovated classrooms, smart learning facilities, and upgraded basic amenities in government schools.Minister Bains highlighted Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s vision, stating that schools now offer clean drinking water, high-speed Wi-Fi, gender-segregated toilets, desks, and…