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15 May

Haryana Government Allocates Districts to Ministers for Public Grievance Redressal Panels

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsPunjabDistrict Committees, government orders, grievance redressal, Haryana, Nayab Saini, Public Relations

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government has finalized the district-wise allocation of responsibilities for its council of ministers, including Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, to lead the District Public Relations and Grievance Redressal Committees. According to an official circular issued by the Chief Secretary’s Office on Friday, the move aims to establish a more responsive administrative framework, enabling ministers to directly hear and resolve public complaints at the local level. Under this fresh directive, the designated ministers will chair regular committee meetings to address community concerns and bridge the gap between citizens and state governance. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini…

14 May

Progressive Haryana Farmers to Embark on National Exposure Tours for Modern Agricultural Training

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAgriculture, Farming, Haryana, Innovation, Markets, modernization, Rural, Shyam Singh Rana, Training

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government has launched a significant initiative aimed at empowering the farming community by facilitating national exposure visits to learn advanced agricultural techniques. Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana announced that progressive farmers from every district will be selected for these study tours to gain firsthand experience with the latest innovations in the sector. The primary goal of this programme is to bridge the gap between traditional practices and modern technology, allowing farmers to increase their income and adapt to emerging global market trends. By observing successful models in other states, thousands of local…

14 May

Haryana Commences Special Electoral Roll Revision; Final Voter List Scheduled for September Publication

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaA. Srinivas, democracy, Elections, Electoral Roll, Haryana, Polling Stations, Registration, Revision, Voter List

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): A. Srinivas, the Chief Electoral Officer for Haryana, has announced the commencement of a special summary revision of electoral rolls across the state. This initiative is part of a broader phased campaign by the Election Commission of India currently being implemented across 16 states and three union territories. For this third phase in Haryana, the qualifying date for voter eligibility has been set for July 1, 2026, ensuring that the registry reflects the most current demographic data for upcoming democratic exercises. The preliminary stage of the campaign, which includes intensive training for staff and the printing of…

13 May

Public Endorses PM Modi’s Policies in Municipal Elections, Says CM Nayab Singh Saini

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaBJP, Election results, Haryana, Municipal elections, Nayab Singh Saini, PM Modi, Political Policies

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini extended his heartfelt congratulations to all successful candidates following the declaration of the municipal body election results. Speaking to the media at Haryana Bhawan in New Delhi on Wednesday, the Chief Minister asserted that the electorate has effectively placed its seal of approval on the policies and leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party. Accompanied by Development and Panchayats Minister Krishan Lal Panwar, Saini highlighted that the mandate reflects a growing national trend of confidence in the current administration’s vision for development and governance. During the interaction,…

13 May

Haryana Civic Poll Counting Begins Amid Heavy Security, Traffic Restrictions in Place

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, Politics, TrendingHaryana

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The counting of votes for Haryana’s municipal elections got underway on Wednesday morning across several districts under tight security, as officials began processing ballots cast for crucial urban local body contests. Counting started at 8 am simultaneously at designated centres in Panchkula, Ambala and Sonepat, along with municipal council and committee elections in Rewari, Dharuhera, Sampla and Uklana. Election officials said elaborate arrangements were made to ensure smooth counting, with police deployment strengthened around all centres to prevent any disruption. Entry has been limited to authorised personnel, counting agents and election observers. More than 4.75 lakh voters…

12 May

Haryana Election Commission Completes Arrangements for Municipal Vote Counting

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaEVM, Haryana, Municipal elections, Security Measures, transparency, Vote counting

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana State Election Commission has finalized all necessary preparations for the counting of votes following the successful completion of municipal general and by-elections across the province on May 10. According to a spokesperson for the Commission, the counting process is scheduled to commence at 8:00 AM on May 13, 2026, at designated centres. District election officers and returning officers have received strict directives to ensure that every stage of the tallying process remains impartial, transparent, and orderly, reflecting the Commission’s commitment to a reliable democratic outcome. Rigorous security measures have been implemented at all counting locations…

11 May

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Inaugurates Langar Hall and Flags Off Kalash Yatra in Pehowa

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana, Kalash Yatra, Kurukshetra, Langar Hall, Nayab Singh Saini, Pehowa

Pehowa (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini participated in the state-level "Somnath Swabhiman Parv" programme held at the Sri Sangameshwar Mahadev Temple in Arunay, Pehowa, on Monday. The Chief Minister performed traditional prayers at the temple's sanctum sanctorum, seeking peace and prosperity for the residents of the province. During the event, he officially flagged off a grand Kalash Yatra involving 101 women, an occasion marked by a significant gathering of devotees and a vibrant spiritual atmosphere. In addition to the religious ceremonies, Chief Minister Saini inaugurated the Arunay Langar Hall located within the temple complex to serve visiting…

11 May

Fresh Weather System to Bring Rain, Thunderstorms Across Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryana, Punjab, TrendingChandigarh, Haryana, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): A fresh spell of unstable weather is set to impact Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana this week after a new western disturbance became active over north India, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue alerts for thunderstorms, gusty winds and scattered rainfall across the region. The weather system is expected to remain active through the coming days, with Monday likely to witness the most intense activity. Authorities have placed several districts under an orange alert, warning residents to stay prepared for strong winds, lightning strikes and moderate rain. According to meteorological officials, atmospheric circulation over Rajasthan and…

10 May

Voting Begins for Haryana Urban Polls; BJP and Congress Face Off in Crucial Civic Contest

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana, TrendingHaryana

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Polling commenced early Sunday across several urban local bodies in Haryana, with voters turning out to elect representatives for key municipal corporations, councils and committees. The voting process started at 8:00 AM and will continue until 6:00 PM. The elections are being conducted for municipal corporations in Panchkula, Ambala and Sonipat. In addition, voters are casting ballots for the municipal council in Rewari and municipal committees in Sampla, Dharuhera and Uklana. Authorities have deployed security personnel and election staff across polling centres to ensure peaceful and smooth conduct of voting. Special arrangements have also been made at…

09 May

Shruti Choudhry Sets June 15 Deadline for Completion of Haryana Flood Control Projects

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanadrain cleaning, flood control, Haryana, Irrigation Department, June 15 Deadline, Monsoon, Shruti Choudhry

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana’s Minister of Irrigation and Water Resources, Shruti Choudhry, has issued a stern directive to department officials to wrap up all pending flood control activities by June 15. Speaking during the 57th meeting of the Haryana State Disaster Management and Flood Control Board, the minister emphasized that cleaning drains, desilting rivers, and executing short-term flood mitigation strategies must be finalized well before the monsoon arrives. She noted that these measures are essential to ensure that the general public does not face undue hardship during the upcoming rainy season, effectively telling officials that it is time to sink…