Punjab Archives - Page 6 of 77

13 Jul

Meri Rasoi Ration Kit Distribution Crosses 27 Lakh Mark in Punjab

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh) — The Punjab Government's flagship nutritional security initiative, "Meri Rasoi," has achieved a major milestone, distributing over 27.18 lakh ration kits to vulnerable households across the state. Directed by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak, the ongoing drive is operating on a mission mode to fulfill its ultimate target of covering 40.48 lakh eligible families every quarter. The ration kits, assembled by Markfed and distributed under the oversight of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department, are designed to supplement staple grains provided under the National…

13 Jul

Mukh Mantri Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana Empowers Women Across Punjab with Financial Independence

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabChandigarh, financial independence, Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana, Punjab, Women Empowerment

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Mukh Matri Mawan Dhiyan Satkar Yojana of the Punjab Government has generated widespread excitement among women across the state. Many have already received the money in their bank accounts, while others are awaiting the transfer. For thousands of women across Punjab, the first payment is more than a financial transfer. It is an opportunity to fulfil long-postponed wishes, support their children’s education, improve their own health and, for many, experience the dignity of having money deposited directly into their own bank accounts. Gagandeep Kaur (40), from village Adalatpur, was delighted to receive the payment. “I received ₹3,000…

13 Jul

Punjab Government Regularizes 516 Forest Department Workers, Securing Job Stability

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Singh Mann, Chandigarh, Forest Department, government jobs, Punjab, regularized workers

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): In a landmark step towards securing the future of contractual employees, the Bhagwant Singh Mann Government on Monday regularized the services of 516 Daily Wage Workers of the Forest Department, ending years of uncertainty over their future. Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann handed over appointment letters to the employees and also announced the restoration of long-pending promotions of 237 Forest Department officers and employees. Reiterating his government’s commitment to employee welfare and transparent governance, the Chief Minister said the contractor system has been abolished, more than 68,000 government jobs have been provided purely on merit, and every…

13 Jul

Monsoon Activity Eases Across Punjab; Rain Forecast Limited to Select Areas, Rescue Efforts Continue for Missing Boys

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): After days of active monsoon conditions, Punjab is witnessing a brief lull in rainfall, though isolated showers are expected to continue in parts of the state. Weather officials have indicated that widespread rain is unlikely over the coming days, with humid conditions set to dominate until the monsoon regains strength later this month. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), light rainfall is likely in several districts on Monday, particularly in northern and central Punjab. Areas including Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Hoshiarpur, Rupnagar, SBS Nagar, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Kapurthala, Jalandhar, Ludhiana, Fatehgarh Sahib, Patiala and Mohali may witness brief…

11 Jul

Punjab to Become India’s No. 1 State in Public Transport Infrastructure With Addition of 1,279 New Govt Buses: Harpal Singh Cheema

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CHANDIGARH (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab Finance and Transport Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema on Saturday announced that Punjab is set to become the number one state in the country in public transport infrastructure through a major fleet expansion, with the addition of 1,279 new government buses. The expansion will increase the state’s fleet strength from 2,267 to 3,546 buses, marking a historic 56% increase, the largest in over two decades. Along with expanding the fleet, the Bhagwant Mann Government will also introduce advanced technologies, including DashCams, internal CCTV cameras, GPS tracking systems and UPI QR code-based electronic ticketing, to improve commuter…

11 Jul

Congress High Command Faces Tough Choice as Punjab Factionalism Refuses to Die

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The leadership tussle within the Punjab Congress shows no signs of easing, with supporters of former Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi stepping up pressure on the party's central leadership ahead of the 2027 Assembly elections. As senior leaders gather for crucial discussions with Punjab in-charge Bhupesh Baghel, the Channi camp is expected to seek a clearer political roadmap and a larger role in the state's electoral strategy. According to party sources, leaders aligned with Channi believe the Congress must announce a credible face for the upcoming Assembly polls if it hopes to mount a strong challenge. While…

11 Jul

Punjab Intensifies Electoral Roll Revision; Holiday Camps Set Up Across Polling Booths to Assist Voters

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Punjab administration has stepped up preparations for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 of electoral rolls by organising special verification camps across the state on July 11 and 12. Although the two days fall during the holiday period, government and government-aided schools functioning as polling stations have been instructed to remain open to support the exercise. The initiative is aimed at ensuring that voter records are updated within the scheduled timeframe. Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will be available at polling stations between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM to verify applications, collect supporting documents, correct discrepancies and…

11 Jul

Monsoon Remains Active in Punjab; Rain Forecast Across Several Districts, Authorities Urge Caution Near Rivers

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The southwest monsoon continued to influence weather conditions across Punjab on Saturday, bringing intermittent showers to several districts and offering temporary relief from soaring temperatures. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that rainfall activity will persist in parts of the state over the next 24 hours, with heavier spells likely in districts adjoining the Shivalik foothills. According to the weather department, isolated heavy rain is expected in Pathankot, Hoshiarpur and Rupnagar, while light to moderate showers are likely in Mohali, Patiala, Ludhiana, Jalandhar, Kapurthala, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Gurdaspur, Fatehgarh Sahib, Barnala, Sangrur and Shaheed Bhagat Singh…

10 Jul

Aam Aadmi Party Secures Decisive Clean Sweep in Abohar and Morinda Civic Body Elections

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Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) continued its winning momentum in Punjab’s urban local bodies by securing a decisive victory in the municipal elections in the Abohar Municipal Corporation and the Morinda Municipal Council. The party won the posts of Mayor, President and all other key office-bearers in both civic bodies, reaffirming the growing confidence of elected representatives in the leadership and governance model of the AAP. In the Abohar Municipal Corporation, Ganesh Kumar Sablaniya was elected as the Mayor, Reshma Bai as the Senior Deputy Mayor and Smt. Kiran as the Deputy Mayor. The AAP candidates secured…

10 Jul

Punjab Bets on Modern Geo-Tube Barrier to Tackle Sutlej Flood Threat, Locals Await Final Protective Layer

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Ludhiana (Gurpreet Singh): With memories of last year's devastating floods still fresh, Punjab has turned to advanced engineering to strengthen flood defences along the Sutlej River. A geo-tube embankment is being developed in Ludhiana's Sasrali region, marking the state's first use of the technology for riverbank protection. The project is being implemented after a stretch of the existing embankment was breached during the 2025 monsoon, exposing nearby villages to floodwaters. Engineers concluded that rebuilding the damaged section using conventional soil-based methods would not be effective because the river had shifted its alignment. Construction teams have been working continuously for the…