Mahipal Dhanda Archives - National Times

21 Sep

Haryana To Revamp 250 PM SHRI Schools With Modern Facilities, Says Minister Mahipal Dhanda

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryana250 PM SHRI schools, Haryana Education Minister, Haryana government schools, Haryana PM SHRI Schools, Mahipal Dhanda, PM SHRI schools Haryana

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government is set to upgrade 250 PM SHRI schools with modern educational infrastructure, including digital classrooms, smart classrooms, advanced laboratories, libraries and green campuses, Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda said on Monday. The minister made the announcement while chairing a review meeting with senior officials of the Education Department at his official residence in Chandigarh. The meeting focused on the renovation of government schools, expansion of basic facilities and promotion of sports activities. What Facilities Will 250 PM SHRI Schools Get? According to the state government, the selected PM SHRI schools are being developed with a…

11 Sep

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Urges Researchers to Tackle Ground-Level Challenges with ₹11.25 Crore State Grant

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana research, Higher education, Mahipal Dhanda, Nayab Singh Saini, Panchkula, research grants

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasized that the true strength of any nation or state lies not in monumental structures, but in the intellect, research capabilities, and innovative drive of its youth. Addressing an interactive gathering of higher education researchers as the chief guest at the Swarna Jayanti Haryana Institute of Fiscal Management in Panchkula on Friday, the Chief Minister urged the academic fraternity to align their investigative pursuits with direct public welfare and regional development. Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda also shared the stage during the state-level research symposium. The Chief Minister stressed that scholastic work…

04 Sep

Haryana Appoints Nodal Officers to Drive Seva Sankalp Abhiyan Across State

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaEducation Department, Haryana news, Mahipal Dhanda, nodal officers, Seva Sankalp, youth service

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)— In a bid to ensure the effective and seamless implementation of the ongoing "Seva Sankalp Abhiyan," the Haryana Government’s Department of Higher Education has appointed nodal officers at both the state and district levels. The announcement was made on Thursday by Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda. To lead the campaign's overall coordination and operational success across Haryana, the Directorate of Higher Education designated Dr. Dinesh Kumar, the state NCC and NSS officer, as the State Nodal Officer. In this role, Dr. Kumar will supervise activities statewide and maintain continuous coordination with senior administrative officials. To strengthen ground-level…

24 Aug

Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda Conducts Surprise Inspections Across State Schools, Announces Plan to Revamp 1,500 Institutions

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaAmbala, Haryana education, Karnal, Mahipal Dhanda, PM SHRI, school infrastructure, School Inspection

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh) — Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda conducted surprise inspections across three state-run schools on Monday, reviewing ground-level infrastructure and administrative operations as part of an ongoing drive to reform the public education system. The minister inspected the Government Primary School and Government High School in Raipur Roran village in the Nilokheri area of Karnal district, before visiting the PM SHRI Government Senior Secondary School in Saha, Ambala. During these visits, Dhanda assessed classroom conditions, administrative functioning, and basic amenities, including campus cleanliness, safe drinking water, and sanitation facilities. In an initiative to resolve administrative hurdles on the…

22 Aug

59th State-Level School Kabaddi Championship Inaugurated in Charkhi Dadri

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaCharkhi Dadri, Haryana Sports, Khelo India, Mahipal Dhanda, School Kabaddi, State Tournament

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda inaugurated the 59th three-day State-Level School Kabaddi Tournament at the Captain Jile Singh School premises in Charkhi Dadri on Saturday. Emphasising the integral balance between academics and sports in youth development, the minister highlighted that sustained physical activity promotes overall health while robust state and central policies continue to empower athletes to compete on elite global stages like the Olympic Games. The three-day tournament features district teams from across Haryana competing in the under-14, under-17, and under-19 age categories. Accompanied by local Member of Legislative Assembly Sunil Satpal Sangwan, the education minister…

13 Aug

Regional Centre for Skill Development Inaugurated at DCRUST Murthal to Empower Youth

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaDCRUST Murthal, Mahipal Dhanda, Nayab Singh Saini, Regional Centre for Skill Development, Skill Development

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated the Regional Centre for Skill Development (RCSD) at Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology (DCRUST) in Murthal, Sonipat. Emphasizing that skill development forms the cornerstone of a bright future for the youth, the Chief Minister noted that the facility will directly bridge the gap between academic learning and industry requirements. During the event, Saini conferred Excellence Awards on distinguished scholars and faculty members, inspected the newly established commercial vehicle technology laboratory, and interacted with students. Highlighting the vision of peasant leader Sir Chhotu Ram, the Chief Minister urged…

11 Aug

Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda Reviews NEP 2020 Implementation and Infrastructure in Higher Education Institutions

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHigher Education Council, Mahipal Dhanda, NEP 2020 Haryana, Panchkula review meeting

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Higher Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda chaired a comprehensive review meeting of the Higher Education Council at the Technical Education Department in Panchkula. The session focused on evaluating the physical infrastructure, academic quality, and progress of National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 implementation across universities and higher education institutions in the state. Addressing officials, Minister Mahipal Dhanda reaffirmed that providing world-class facilities and modern educational infrastructure to students remains a top priority for the state government. He emphasized that an encouraging, resource-rich academic environment is essential for delivering quality education, stating that the government aims to offer global-standard…

07 Aug

Public Service Paramount; Officers Must Treat Citizens Respectfully and Resolve Complaints Timely: Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaEducation Minister, grievance redressal, Haryana Government, Mahipal Dhanda, Sonipat

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda has directed administrative officials to prioritize public service, maintain respectful behaviour towards citizens, and resolve grievances with complete transparency and promptness. Chairing the monthly meeting of the District Grievance and Redressal Committee at the Sonipat Mini Secretariat, the Minister emphasized that the primary responsibility of every official is to ensure citizens receive timely justice and relief without unnecessary visits to government offices. During the session, Minister Dhanda reviewed sixteen public complaints spanning various government departments, resolving eight matters on the spot to provide immediate relief to the complainants. To address complex issues…

23 Jul

Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda Meets Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to Discuss State Infrastructure and Connectivity

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana education infrastructure, Mahipal Dhanda, Nitin Gadkari, road connectivity

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda held a courtesy meeting with Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari at his residence in New Delhi to discuss infrastructure development and road connectivity across Haryana. During the interaction, Dhanda sought guidance on expanding highway networks to support educational institutions and improve overall accessibility for students, teachers, and commuters across the state. The discussion focused on the necessity of robust transport links to ensure seamless and safe travel for students residing in remote rural and urban areas to schools, colleges, and universities. Dhanda highlighted that the extensive network of…

04 Jun

New Employment-Oriented Courses to Begin in State Government Polytechnic Institutions, Says Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsPunjabHaryana Government, Mahipal Dhanda, NEP-2020, polytechnic courses, technical education

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government has taken a major decision to modernise technical education and provide fresh employment opportunities for youth. Sharing details on Thursday, Haryana Education and Technical Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda announced that several new modern, industry-oriented diploma and technical courses will be introduced across various government polytechnic institutions starting from the upcoming 2026-27 academic session. The Technical Education Department designed these courses keeping in view the present and future requirements of changing industries, emerging technologies, and skill-based job roles. Dhanda stated that in this era of rapid technological advancement, youth must possess specialized skills that enhance…