*“Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann is intoxicated with power and alcohol; he should resign over his irresponsible statement” – Energy Minister Anil Vij*
*“Amit Shah will crush the ‘goondaraj’ in Bengal and restore peace” – Anil Vij*
*“If you want to live in India, you will have to say Vande Mataram” – Vij hits back at Waris Pathan’s statement*
*“Operation Sindoor taught Pakistan such a lesson that it will not dare raise its head for centuries” – Anil Vij*
*Anil Vij attacks Mamata Banerjee, says Constitution also provides for removal of those unwilling to resign*
Chandigarh, May 7 – Haryana’s Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Sh. Anil Vij once again strongly criticized Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann over his remarks regarding the bomb blasts in Punjab. Sh. Vij said that “This irresponsible statement by the Punjab Chief Minister, who works under the influence of alcohol, shows that Bhagwant Mann is completely intoxicated with both power and alcohol. He should resign from his post for making such irresponsible remarks.”
He further commented on the murder of the personal assistant of senior BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari in West Bengal, saying that Union Home Minister Amit Shah would “put an end to goondaraj and restore peace in the state.”
Sh.Vij was responding to questions from media persons regarding Bhagwant Mann’s statement alleging BJP’s involvement in the bomb blasts in Punjab.
*“Bhagwant Mann should resign for making irresponsible statements” – Vij*
He said that Bhagwant Mann is not only the Chief Minister but also the Home Minister of Punjab, and if he is alleging BJP’s involvement, he must prove it. Sh. Vij asserted that if Mann fails to substantiate his claims, he should resign from his position for making irresponsible statements.
*“People of Bengal ended goondaraj on May 4” – Vij*
Responding to a question regarding the killing of Suvendu Adhikari’s PA in West Bengal, Sh. Vij said that the people of Bengal had already voted against “goondaraj” on May 4. He claimed that the public had rejected such politics and that individuals associated with that “goondaraj” were now creating unrest in the state.
*“Amit Shah will eliminate the fear of goondaraj in Bengal” – Vij*
The minister said that “We had said that this was the first election in Bengal in which no one died, but even after the elections such incidents are being seen.” He added that there was no need to worry because Home Minister Amit Shah had dealt with such elements before and would restore peace in Bengal.
*“The Constitution provides ways to remove leaders who refuse to resign” – Vij*
Replying to a question regarding Mamata Banerjee not stepping down from the Chief Minister’s post, Sh. Vij said that democracy demands acceptance of defeat. He added that the framers of the Constitution had anticipated situations where politicians might refuse to resign, and therefore constitutional provisions already exist for their removal.
*“Mamata Banerjee keeps creating unnecessary hurdles” – Vij*
Taking a swipe at Mamata Banerjee, Sh. Vij said that everyone knows she tends to create obstacles in every matter. He stated that during her tenure she continued to create disruptions and is still doing so unnecessarily, whereas everyone should function according to the law. He added that approaching the courts is everyone’s constitutional right and there is no objection to that.
*“Operation Sindoor taught Pakistan a lesson” – Vij*
Speaking on the anniversary of “Operation Sindoor,” Sh. Vij said that the day symbolizes national pride, patriotism, and India’s strength and resolve. He remarked that earlier governments would merely offer condolences after terror attacks, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi changed that approach by adopting a strong stance against terrorism. He said that “Operation Sindoor taught Pakistan such a lesson that it may not dare to raise its head for centuries. The message is clear—no one should dare look towards India with hostile intent.”
*“If you want to live in India, you must sing Vande Mataram” – Vij*
Responding to AIMIM leader Waris Pathan’s controversial remarks on “Vande Mataram,” Sh.Vij said that “Vande Mataram” is India’s national song and deserves the same respect as the national anthem. He stated that insulting the national song should invite the same punishment as insulting the national anthem. Sh.Vij added that“If you want to live in India, you will have to say Vande Mataram.”
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*Dangerous power lines passing over schools, colleges, hospitals and other public institutions in Haryana will be shifted – Energy Minister Anil Vij*
*Special cell constituted for shifting of power lines, review to be conducted every 15 days – Anil Vij*
*More than 85 percent of 11 KV power lines shifted by Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam – Vij*
*Power cuts beyond 2 hours in urban areas and 4 hours in rural areas will not be tolerated – Vij*
Chandigarh, May 7 – Haryana Energy Minister Sh. Anil Vij said that dangerous electricity lines passing over schools, colleges, hospitals and other public institutions across the state will be shifted in a phased manner at the earliest. Giving top priority to this work, he has directed officials of the Energy Department to constitute a dedicated cell under the chairmanship of the Chief Engineer to ensure regular monitoring and timely execution of the work.
*The cell will monitor the shifting of dangerous power lines – Vij*
Providing further details, Sh. Vij said that the constituted cell will continuously monitor all works related to the shifting of dangerous power lines and submit a progress report to the office of the Energy Minister every 15 days. He informed that Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited has constituted a special cell under the chairmanship of the Chief Engineer (Operations), Panchkula, which includes a Superintending Engineer, concerned Operation Circle XEN/SDO and XEN (Planning).
*21 lines of 33 KV shifted – Vij*
Sh. Vij said that under Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam, a total of 27 feasible locations were identified for shifting 33 KV electricity lines, and approval has been granted for all 27 works. Out of these, shifting of 21 lines (77.8 percent) has been completed, while work on the remaining 6 lines is in progress.
*1116 lines of 11 KV shifted – Vij*
Similarly, for shifting 11 KV electricity lines passing over schools, colleges, hospitals and other public institutions, the Nigam identified 1299 locations. Out of these, 1116 lines (85.9 percent) have been successfully shifted, while work on 183 lines is progressing rapidly.
He informed that 33 KV lines passing over Government Senior Secondary School in Jhajjar district, Government Model Senior Secondary School in Ismailabad (Kurukshetra), Government Model School in Bhalsi and GPS School in Vikas Nagar (Panipat), GSS and GPS RK Colony and GPS School in Fazilpur (Sonipat), as well as GHS Mandour School in Ambala, have been successfully shifted.
Similarly, 11 KV power lines passing over GSS Toondli, GSSS and GPS Sapera in Ambala; GSS Sirsama, GPS Chuniya Farm and GGPS Pehowa in Kurukshetra; GMS Palhedi, GSSS Soundhapur, GPS Bilaspur and GPS Kiwana in Panipat; GPS Jazi and GPS Kalaspur in Sonipat; and PM Shri GSSS Sarawan School in Yamunanagar have also been shifted.
*‘Power supply should not remain disrupted for more than two hours in urban areas and four hours in rural areas’ – Vij*
Energy Minister Sh. Anil Vij has issued clear instructions that electricity supply should not remain disrupted for more than two hours in urban areas and four hours in rural areas. He said that if power disruption exceeds the prescribed duration, strict action will be taken against the concerned officials, especially the Superintending Engineer (SE), and in serious cases, suspension action may also be initiated.
*‘Adequate equipment and safety gear should be available during maintenance work’ – Vij*
Sh. Vij has also issued necessary instructions regarding quick replacement and repair of transformers. Under these instructions, maintenance staff must have all necessary tools, safety equipment and transformer trolleys available so that any technical fault can be resolved promptly. He also directed that all future power substations should not be established in waterlogging-prone areas. If unavoidable, substations must be installed at least two feet above the potential water level. Obtaining a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the concerned department will also be mandatory for this purpose.