Haryana

Haryana Govt Issues Statewide Measures to Strengthen Maternal Healthcare Services After Faridabad Incident

Haryana Govt Issues Statewide Measures to Strengthen Maternal Healthcare Services After Faridabad Incident

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Following a recent incident in Faridabad, the Haryana Health Department has issued comprehensive directions across the state to strengthen maternal healthcare services and improve emergency response systems in government health institutions.Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare, Dr. Sumita Misra, directed all Civil Surgeons to take immediate corrective and preventive measures to ensure timely treatment, respectful care and uninterrupted medical services for every pregnant woman visiting government hospitals.She said the initiative is aimed at increasing accountability and further strengthening patient-centric healthcare services across Haryana.Under the new measures, all First Referral Units (FRUs) in the state have been…
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Haryana Announces Maharana Pratap Chair at Kurukshetra University and Multi-Crore Regional Development Grants

Haryana Announces Maharana Pratap Chair at Kurukshetra University and Multi-Crore Regional Development Grants

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)— Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced a series of major academic and infrastructure initiatives during the state-level Maharana Pratap Jayanti celebrations held in Shahzadpur, Ambala. The commemorative event, organised under the state’s cultural propagation scheme, served as a platform to honour historic icons and support regional development. Mizoram Governor General Dr. Vijay Kumar Singh attended the function as a special guest, alongside Haryana Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana and several other senior cabinet ministers. As part of the key academic announcements, Chief Minister Saini declared that Kurukshetra University will establish a dedicated study centre and an…
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Haryana Government Allocates Districts to Ministers for Public Grievance Redressal Panels

Haryana Government Allocates Districts to Ministers for Public Grievance Redressal Panels

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

Progressive Haryana Farmers to Embark on National Exposure Tours for Modern Agricultural 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…
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Haryana Commences Special Electoral Roll Revision; Final Voter List Scheduled for September Publication

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

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

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

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

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

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…
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Haryana Election Commission Completes Arrangements for Municipal Vote Counting

Haryana Election Commission Completes Arrangements for Municipal 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…
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Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Inaugurates Langar Hall and Flags Off Kalash Yatra in Pehowa

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Inaugurates Langar Hall and Flags Off Kalash Yatra in 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…
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Fresh Weather System to Bring Rain, Thunderstorms Across Chandigarh, Punjab and Haryana

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

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…
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