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17 Dec

Punjab Grassroots Poll Results Awaited as Vote Count Progresses Across State

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Counting for Punjab’s rural local government elections began on Tuesday, marking a crucial day for political parties vying for influence ahead of the next Assembly contest. Election staff started tallying ballot papers for 347 Zila Parishad positions and 2,838 Panchayat Samiti seats at 154 counting centres located in 141 venues across the state. Officials from the State Election Commission cautioned that results would not be immediate, as the elections were conducted using traditional paper ballots rather than electronic machines. Due to the volume of votes and the manual nature of the process, the final outcome is expected…

16 Dec

Mann Government’s Jal Jeevan Mission: Bathinda Gets ₹26 Crore Gift from AMRUT 2.0 for Continuous Water Supply

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsBusinessCM Bhagwant Mann, Jal Jeevan Mission, Punjab

Chandigarh, December 16, 2025: Bathinda's soil has received the touch of a new morning today. These water supply projects, started at a cost of ₹26 crore, are not just numbers; they are a symbol of the strong resolve of the 'Mann Government' working to improve the life of every citizen of Punjab. This investment under AMRUT 2.0 (Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation 2.0) shows that fulfilling basic needs is the top priority of the Mann Government.For years, water scarcity or its poor quality has forced people in many parts of the city to struggle. When dirty water comes…

16 Dec

Punjab Leads in Energy Development: President Droupadi Murmu Awards Prestigious Prize to PEDA

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Chandigarh, December 16, 2025: Punjab Receives National Energy Conservation Award 2025, Recognition for Chief Minister Mann's Foresighted PoliciesThe tireless efforts of the Punjab government in energy conservation and renewable energy have received national recognition. President Droupadi Murmu honored the Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) with the prestigious ‘State Performance Award - Group 3’ at the National Energy Conservation Awards 2025 ceremony. This award is proof of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's farsighted policies and commitment to public welfare. The ceremony was attended by senior officials from across the country, including Union Energy Minister Arvind Kejriwal.Punjab's Energy Minister Harbhajan Singh ETO dedicated…

16 Dec

Holy Cities: Notification Issued Granting Holy City Status to Three Cities in Punjab

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National Times Bureau :- Governor of Punjab has given formal approval to the Bhagwant Mann government’s decision under which three important places in the state were declared Holy Cities. A notification in this regard has also been issued. The announcement was made in the form of a resolution during a session of the Punjab Vidhan Sabha held at Sri Anandpur Sahib, following which the proposal was sent to the Governor for approval. However, the notification does not mention any details regarding the implementation of this decision.

15 Dec

Mann Govt’s Bold New Rules: They Declares Detention of Dead Bodies a Crime, Warning Strict License Action on private hospitals

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabCM Bhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh, December 15, 2025: The Bhagwant Mann government of the Aam Aadmi Party has issued some strict and public-friendly guidelines for private hospitals in the state. These decisions aim to strengthen patients' rights and ensure humane practices in the health sector. According to orders from the Health Department, all private hospitals must now have a mortuary facility. This is to keep dead bodies safe and with respect. This step stops those cases where families face problems with their loved ones' bodies.The most important decision is that hospitals must hand over the dead body to the family, even if the bill…

14 Dec

Polling Begins Across Punjab for Rural Local Body Elections

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPolitics, Punjab, TrendingPunjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Voters across Punjab headed to polling stations on Sunday as elections for the state’s zila parishads and panchayat samitis got underway. Voting started at 8 am with election authorities putting in place heightened security and administrative arrangements to ensure a smooth process. The polls are being held to fill seats in 22 zila parishads and 153 panchayat samitis, covering a total of 3,185 electoral zones. With more than 9,000 contestants in the race, the elections are being closely watched as a key indicator of grassroots political sentiment. Officials said that around 1.36 crore voters are eligible to…

13 Dec

Abohar’s ‘Aabha Library’ Among 275 Ultra-Modern Libraries Become Pride of Mann Government, Example for the Country

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAabha Library, Mann Government, Punjab

Chandigarh, December 13, 2025: Buildings competing with luxury hotels and world-class facilities - Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's Knowledge Revolution CampaignUnder the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab government has established 275 ultra-modern libraries in the state's rural areas, while work continues on 58 more libraries. The Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Public Library (Aabha Library) located in Abohar is a splendid link in this chain, whose grandeur has people comparing it to a five-star hotel. It is not just a library but a living proof of the Mann government's vision and commitment to youth. Videos going viral on social media…

11 Dec

Punjab Police fully prepared to ensure free, fair and peaceful Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti Elections: DGP

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National Times Bureau :- With Zila Parishad and Panchayat Samiti elections scheduled for December 14 (Sunday), Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav has said that the state police is fully prepared to ensure transparent, impartial and peaceful polling across Punjab. The elections will be held on December 14, while counting of votes and declaration of results will take place on December 17. Emphasising the need to maintain a positive environment ahead of the polls, DGP Yadav directed all police officials to strictly follow professional policing standards and adhere to the Model Code of Conduct. Sharing further details, Special DGP (Law and Order)…

10 Dec

Punjab Revives Traditional Acquisition Route to Secure Over 5,000 Acres for Urban Growth

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Mohali/New Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab has taken a major step toward reshaping the urban landscape around Mohali and New Chandigarh by initiating the acquisition of more than 5,100 acres under the country’s standard land acquisition law. The decision follows the state’s withdrawal of its controversial land pooling policy earlier this year. Officials confirmed that a notification has been issued for acquiring 4,059 acres in Mohali under Section 11 of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013. Another 1,048 acres—part of an earlier acquisition plan for New Chandigarh—will soon move to the award…

09 Dec

The impact of the AAP government’s policies in Rural Punjab is visible at the grassroots level

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAAP government, CM Bhagwant Mann, Punjab

Chandigarh, December 9, 2025: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab has undertaken several landmark initiatives during its tenure, focusing on rural areas, which are sure to have a direct impact on the upcoming Zila Parishad and Block Samiti elections. The government claims that these elections will be fought on a development agenda, and the rural population has not only accepted the changes made by the AAP government but has also pledged their support.Unprecedented Infrastructure Improvements The government has given top priority to rural connectivity, successfully completing a 44,920-kilometer link road project. This road network has become the backbone…