Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh and his Cabinet wins vote of confidence in Vidhan Sabha The vote of confidence motion passed in the house in a voice vote

Previously, the government was in confidence, it is still in confidence today, and the people of Haryana also have full confidence in the government, Nayab Singh

When the intentions are honest, and the work is strong, that's why people are saying once again, Modi government, BJP government will come in full majority

Chandigarh, March 13 - Under the leadership of Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh, the Cabinet has won a vote of confidence today in the special session of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha. After discussions by members of the ruling party and the opposition on the motion of confidence in the house, the vote of confidence motion was passed by a voice vote.

In his address, the Chief Minister said that just as under the leadership of former Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, the state has seen all-round development in the past nine and a half years, and the public has received benefits, upholding the same ideology, the present government will work hard to serve the residents of the state. We have to work with the same mindset to provide benefits and rapid development to the people, and bring new development programs. I have learned a lot under the guidance of Sh. Manohar Lal.

The Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh said that today is his first day in the house as the Chief Minister. However, he has been a member of the Vidhan Sabha from 2014 to 2019. He has also represented the state in the Lok Sabha and now has been entrusted with the responsibility of Chief Minister of the state by central leadership.

Calling himself a small worker of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Sh. Nayab Singh said that he comes from an ordinary family and there is no one in his family in politics. Leading various responsibilities given by the Bharatiya Janata Party, he is present here today as the leader of the house after being the state president, which is only possible in the Bharatiya Janata Party.

He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, Home Minister, Sh. Amit Shah, BJP National President, Sh. JP Nadda, and former Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal for entrusting him with this important responsibility.

The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of former Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal, the example of good governance has been presented, and in the past nine and a half years, work has been done to give a new direction to the state without discrimination. Sh. Manohar Lal is a diligent worker. He has dedicated his entire life to the service of the state with honesty and dedication.

Sh. Nayab Singh said that when the intention is honest and the work is strong, people are now saying once again Modi government, BJP government will come to power.

He said that Sh. Manohar Lal has made improvements in the administration while working in mission mode, due to which today the beneficiaries are receiving the benefits of government schemes sitting at home. Today, through the portal, senior citizens are receiving a pension of Rs. 3,000 per month at home, said the Chief Minister.

He said that under the Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao campaign, not only has eradicated the evil of female feticide in Haryana but due to the dedicated efforts of the state government, daughters have also been given the gift of life and education.

The Chief Minister said that in the past nine and a half years, Haryana has progressed in many cases. In major states, per capita income, per capita GST collection, car production, procurement of 14 crops at MSP, real-time data availability through Parivar Pehchan Patra, giving the highest amount to players, 100 percent educated panchayat, installing more than 72,000 solar pumps, giving 50 percent representation to women in panchayats, etc, Haryana is at the forefront.

Sh. Nayab Singh said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, today India's name is shining in the world. He said that during the Vikasit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, people said that only the BJP government is such a government which reaches every village and household to provide the benefits of government schemes. Whereas before 2014, governments used to promise to eradicate poverty, but after voting, it was difficult to find the government, said the Chief Minister.

He said that with the blessings and support of former Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal, the present state government will stand up to the aspirations of the people.

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Chief Minister vows to fullfil 'CM Announcements'; Addressed a meeting with senior officers

Work continues to be carried out with transparency says CM

Complaints from 'Jan Samvad' and 'CM Window' will be prioritised for resolution

Chandigarh, March 13 - Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, directed officers to ensure that the welfare schemes initiated by the state government continues smoothly and work is carried out with complete transparency.

The Chief Minister presided over a meeting with senior officers here today and said that the previous 'CM Announcements' would be fulfilled. Apart from this, complaints received through 'Jan Samvad' and 'CM Window' will be addressed on a priority basis.

Officers to ensure government services and schemes reaches to the last person in the society

Encouraging officers to work with utmost honesty, he stated to ensure complete transparency in completing various schemes and projects. The primary goal of the state government is to work with the spirit of Antyodaya, ensuring that schemes and services reaches to the last person in the society.

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For the economic upliftment of women and men from marginalized communities, the Suraj portal will prove very beneficial, Chief Minister

The Chief Minister congratulated five sewerman and gave them Namaste ID and Ayushman cards

Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi's vision is to make India a developed nation by the year 2047, and we will leave no stone unturned in achieving this goal, Chief Minister

Chandigarh, March 13 - Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh said that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi's vision is to make India a developed nation by the year 2047. Haryana is committed to achieving this goal and reaching the people with the welfare policies of the central and state governments, he said.

The Chief Minister said Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan evam Rozgar Adharit Jankalyan (PM-SURAJ) portal will prove effective for the economic upliftment of marginalized communities' women and men. The Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi inaugurated the Suraj portal on Wednesday through video conferencing.

The Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh distributed Namste ID and Ayushman card to sewerman Gurjeet Singh, Jagdeep Singh Sainti, Rajesh Kumar, and Jaswinder of Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran, Panchkula under the Namaste Mitra Scheme.

The Chief Minister said that the Haryana government's effort is to make women and men belonging to marginalized communities to become self-reliant by adopting self-employment, and they should apply for loans through the Suraj portal for this purpose.

During this, the Chief Minister also shared the experiences of women and men who are prospering economically through self-employment benefiting from the government's schemes.

A woman apprised the Chief Minister that due to financial difficulties, she was facing financial troubles. Then she started work as a tailor through a government scheme, not only successfully she improved her financial condition but also provided employment to many other young women.

The Chief Minister praised the women and men who are on the path of prosperity by adopting self-employment and urged others to take inspiration from them.

Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. Rajesh Khullar, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, Commissioner and Secretary, Irrigation and Water Resources Department Sh. Pankaj Agarwal, Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister, Dr. Amit Agrawal, Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister Smt. Ashima Brar, and Director General, Information, Public Relations, Language, and Culture Department Sh. Mandip Brar were present on this occasion.

During this, the Chief Minister also shared the experiences of women and men who are prospering economically through self-employment benefiting from the government's schemes.

A woman apprised the Chief Minister that due to financial difficulties, she was facing financial troubles. Then she started work as a tailor through a government scheme, not only successfully she improved her financial condition but also provided employment to many other young women.

The Chief Minister praised the women and men who are on the path of prosperity by adopting self-employment and urged others to take inspiration from them.

Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. Rajesh Khullar, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, Commissioner and Secretary, Irrigation and Water Resources Department Sh. Pankaj Agarwal, Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister, Dr. Amit Agrawal, Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister Smt. Ashima Brar, and Director General, Information, Public Relations, Language, and Culture Department Sh. Mandip Brar were present on this occasion.

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Karnal will remain the CM city; the former CM resigns as MLA from the Karnal Assembly for Chief Minister Nayab Singh

With the resolve of Antyodaya, I will continue to serve the people of Haryana until my last breath, Manohar Lal

Chandigarh, March 13- During the special session of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha today, former Chief Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal said that in matters of transparency, the BJP government in Haryana has taken numerous initiatives during the past nine and a half years, benefiting the people. Instead of enjoying power, we made power a means of service. Along with this, emphasis was laid on the importance of the improving system rather than giving importance to any individual. With the resolve of Antyodaya, I will continue to serve the people of Haryana until my last breath, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

While expressing gratitude to all the members of the house, Sh. Manohar Lal said that he was given the opportunity to lead the house almost nine and a half years ago, but for the first time when he became the Chief Minister, at that time, opposition members used to say that as a Chief Minister, he lacked experience. Regarding this, he had a meeting with Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, to which the Prime Minister said that you have become the Chief Minister after being a MLA, whereas he became the Chief Minister without having the experience of being MLA, just like today Sh. Nayab Singh has become the Chief Minister. The Prime Minister said that some things will be taught by the public, and some will be taught by the opposition members in the assembly, shared Sh. Manohar Lal.

He expressed gratitude to all the members of the house, saying that he is thankful to everyone for grooming him and bringing him to this level. He also thanked the bureaucracy for implementing the schemes at the grassroots level in this entire system.

“I have always prioritised serving the people of Haryana and have brought improvements in the system with the support of technology, focusing on the basic principle of Haryana Ek-Haryanvi Ek, benefiting citizens. Today, many other states are also following our schemes and initiatives,” said Sh. Manohar Lal.

Karnal will remain the CM city; the former CM resigns from the Karnal assembly for Chief Minister Nayab Singh

Sh. Manohar Lal said that change is a part of life, and when a turn comes, one has to turn, it is not called changing the path. He in a poetic style said, ‘Hum na honge toh koi humsa hoga, koi humare nayab singh saini jaisa hoga’.

He said that there have been by-elections in the state before. He has taken care of the assembly with by-elections until the new arrangement. The people of Karnal sent him to the Vidhan Sabha twice with a big mandate, and today he resigned from the Karnal assembly and the Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh will take responsibility for the Karnal assembly. Whatever responsibility is assigned to him by the party, he will discharge it with greater responsibility, he added.

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Cancer patients will also get Rs 3,000 financial assistance, CM

Chief Minister launched two new schemes

Chandigarh, March 13 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh said that the government is committed to provide social security to all citizens. Upholding this spirit apart from social security pension, medical security is also being provided to the weaker sections of the society.

The Chief Minister said this while digitally disbursing the Financial Assistance 3rd and 4th Stage Cancer Patient Portal today. He launched two new schemes online to provide financial assistance to people suffering from cancer and 55 other rare diseases. Minister, Sh. JP Dalal was also present on this occasion.

The Chief Minister said that now cancer patients of stage 3 and 4 will also get financial assistance of Rs 3000 per month. People suffering from cancer and 55 other rare diseases can avail benefits by applying online through Saral portal.

He said that this financial assistance will be in addition to the benefits available under any other social security pension scheme. This scheme has been implemented for people of all age groups. In this the annual income should be less than Rs 3 lakh.

The Chief Minister said that cancer patients along with an attendant are also being provided free travel facility from their home to the Cancer Institute in Haryana State Transport buses.

The Chief Minister said that cancer patients can apply on the Saral portal with medical records verified by the Civil Surgeon. After this, online approval will be given by the District Social Welfare Officer.

Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. Rajesh Khullar, Additional Chief Secretary and Financial Commissioner, Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Sh. TVSN Prasad, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department, Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V. Umashankar, Commissioner and Secretary, Irrigation and Water Resources Department, Sh. Pankaj Agarwal, Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister, Dr. Amit Agrawal, Additional Chief Secretary to Chief Minister Smt. Ashima Brar, and Director General, Information, Public Relations, Language, and Culture Department Sh. Mandip Brar were present on this occasion.

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Cotton crop loss compensated with Rs 87.95 crores - Chief Minister Nayab Singh

33483 farmers of the state benefited from the compensation - Chief Minister

Chandigarh, March 13 - Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the E- Kshatipurti Portal has been opened till March 15,2024 for crop losses due to recent hailstorm during the current Rabi season. Farmers can upload their crop loss due to hailstorm on the portal.

The Chief Minister released a compensation amount of Rs 87.95 crores to farmers of 12 districts affected by cotton crop damage due to floods during the year 2023. These districts include Bhiwani, Charkhi Dadri, Fatehabad, Gurugram, Hisar, Jhajjar, Jind, Mahendragarh, Rewari, Rohtak, Sirsa, and Sonipat. Minister Sh. JP Dalal was also present on this occasion.

He stated that the government has provided compensation for cotton crops damaged due to floods during the year 2023. In this way, the government is committed to helping farmers, and many decisions have been taken in the interest of farmers before, he added.

Compensation is being given to 33,483 farmers of the state

The Chief Minister said that during the year 2023, registration of 2,43,287 acres of land affected by floods was done to claim compensation for damaged cotton crops. After verification, crop loss of 84,483 acres of land has been confirmed, which has been uploaded by farmers on the E- Kshatipurti Portal. After verification, compensation is being given to 33,483 farmers of the state.

Farmers have been compensated with Rs 218 crores and 83 lakhs during the year 2023

The Chief Minister said that compensation of Rs 130 crores and 88 lakhs for other crops damaged due to floods during the year 2023 has already been issued by the government. Thus, farmers have been compensated with Rs 218 crores and 83 lakhs during the year 2023.

Additional Chief Secretary, Sh. T.V.S.N Prasad, Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. V Umashankar, Commissioner and Secretary, Sh. Pankaj Agarwal, Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Dr. Amit Agrawal, Smt. Ashima Brar, Director General, Information Public Relations, Language and Culture Department, Sh. Mandip Singh Brar, Secretary Revenue, Sh. S Narayanan and other senior officers remained present.

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Chief Minister vows to fullfil 'CM Announcements'; Addressed a meeting with senior officers

Work continues to be carried out with transparency says CM

Complaints from 'Jan Samvad' and 'CM Window' will be prioritised for resolution

Chandigarh, March 13 - Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, directed officers to ensure that the welfare schemes initiated by the state government continues smoothly and work is carried out with complete transparency.

The Chief Minister presided over a meeting with senior officers here today and said that the previous 'CM Announcements' would be fulfilled. Apart from this, complaints received through 'Jan Samvad' and 'CM Window' will be addressed on a priority basis.

Officers to ensure government services and schemes reaches to the last person in the society

\Encouraging officers to work with utmost honesty, he stated to ensure complete transparency in completing various schemes and projects. The primary goal of the state government is to work with the spirit of Antyodaya, ensuring that schemes and services reaches to the last person in the society.

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During the Special session of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha held here today, obituary resolution were passed to pay rich tributes to Sh. Faqir Chand Aggarwal

Chandigarh, March 13 - During the Special session of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha held here today, obituary resolution were passed to pay rich tributes to Sh. Faqir Chand Aggarwal, former Deputy Speaker of Haryana Legislative Assembly.

Leader of the House and Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh paid tributes and read out the obituary resolution.

Vidhan Sabha Speaker, Sh. Gian Chand Gupta also read the obituary resolutions and paid tributes to the departed soul. Congress MLA, Dr. Raghuvir Singh Kadian also read the obituary resolutions on behalf of their party. The House conveyed its heartfelt condolences to the members of the bereaved family and observed a two-minute silence.

Sh. Faqir Chand Aggarwal, former Deputy Speaker of Haryana Legislative Assembly died on March 6, 2024. He was elected to the Haryana Legislative Assembly in 1996, He remained the Deputy Speaker of Haryana Legislative Assembly from May 22, 1996 to December 14, 1999. In his death, the State has lost an able legislator and administrator.

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Haryana Labour Department pioneers comprehensive reforms to streamline Worker Benefit Applications

Chandigarh, March 13- Haryana Labour Department in an unprecedented move towards simplifying processes for workers and enhancing the efficiency of benefit applications has introduced a series of innovative reforms. These reforms are designed to streamline communications, objections, and rejections related to benefit applications, thereby significantly reducing processing times.

Sharing information in this regard an official spokesperson said that recognising the challenges workers face in the documentation and procedural requirements, the department Brainstormed the issue and thereinafter introduced a clear flow chart and decision tree with colour coding of all Different Types of communications. This initiative is aimed at better communication, Clarity in decision making and facilitating a smoother, more intuitive, error-free and easier processing of all applications.The spokesperson said that a major shift towards digital transformation has been made with undertakings filled by workers, as now undertakings will be filled online and verified through a one-time password (OTP)system. This digital leap enhances security and ensures a seamless verification process.

Additionally, the department has minimised the requirements for form filling by enabling auto-filling of information, thereby saving time and reducing errors. This process has eliminated many types of objections over undertakings to be filled by workers. This initiative will help both workers and the Board to speed up processing and making decisions.

The spokesperson stated that in a bid to further streamline the process, the standardisation of objections has been introduced. This measure will curtail vague objections and consequent delays, ensuring faster and more efficient application processing. Moreover, the points of objections and rejections have been thoroughly revised following extensive discussions, language was simplified to ensure ease of understanding for all applicants.

Marking a path-breaking initiative, the document upload process has been simplified to mirror the user-friendliness of popular messaging apps like WhatsApp, enabling effortless clicking and uploading of necessary documents, spokesperson added.

The spokesperson said that these reforms reflect the Haryana Labour Department's commitment to leveraging technology for the benefit of its workforce, setting a new standard in labour welfare and administrative efficiency. Through these initiatives, the department aims to foster a more responsive, transparent, and worker-friendly environment, paving the way for a more empowered and satisfied workforce. Additionally, all stakeholders will also benefit from the enhanced processes and contribute towards a more inclusive and efficient labour ecosystem in the state.

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Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau arrests data entry operator in Rohtak bribery case

Chandigarh, March 13- In a swift operation, the Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) arrested Joginder, a data entry operator deployed by the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam Limited (HKRNL),at the Rohtak Municipal Corporation office. Joginder was caught red-handed while accepting a bribe of Rs. 11,000.

Sharing information in this regard an official spokesperson said that the ACB received a complaint alleging that Joginder demanded Rs.22,000 from an individual to issue a "No Objection Certificate" (NOC) for a property. The ACB team laid a trap and apprehended Joginder while accepting the first installment of the bribe.

The spokesperson said that the entire operation was conducted transparently with witnesses present. An FIR has been registered against Joginder at the ACB Rohtak police station. The ACB is currently investigating the case and collecting evidence.

The spokesperson urged the public to report any bribery attempts by government officers or employees. They can contact the Haryana Anti-Corruption Bureau on its toll-free numbers: 1800-180-2022 and 1064.

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In India's democratic system, each vote contributes significantly - Anurag Agarwal

The number of voters in 18-22 age group in Haryana is 12,53,170

Chandigarh, March 13 - Haryana's Chief Electoral Officer, Sh. Anurag Agarwal stated that each vote holds immense importance in India's democratic system. The Election Commission wishes for every voter to celebrate the election season like a festival by exercising their franchise.

Sh. Agarwal was presiding over the review meeting today on the arrangements being made regarding the upcoming Lok Sabha 2024 elections in the state.

It was informed during the meeting that there are 12,53,170 voters in the 18 - 22 age group in the state, who will be exercising their voting rights for the first time. The Election Commission's endeavour will be to encourage as many young voters as possible to participate in this electoral process.

The Election Commission has made special arrangements for voters aged over 85 years to ensure they face no difficulties in casting their votes. Senior citizens who are 85 years and older will be able to opt for postal ballots. If they wish to vote at the polling station but face transportation issues, arrangements will be made for transportation from their homes to the polling station.