Campaign to Begin Across the State on June 28
Chandigarh, June 26- National Health Mission (NHM), Haryana Director Dr. Virender Yadav said on Friday that the State will launch the Pulse Polio campaign across the state on June 28 as part of the National Immunisation Day (NID) programme, with a target to administer oral polio vaccine to nearly 36 lakh children in the 0–5 years age group.
Dr. Virender Yadav further shared that 17,331 polio booths will be set up across the state on June 28. Thereafter, during the next two days, 34,000 teams will conduct house-to-house visits to ensure that all eligible beneficiaries are covered.
On the first day of the campaign, polio booths will be established at prominent locations to administer the vaccine. On June 29 and 30, health teams will visit homes to vaccinate children who were missed on booth day. To ensure the quality and effective implementation of the campaign, around 3,400 supervisors have been deployed to monitor and inspect booth operations and field activities. In addition, officers from the State Headquarters have also been assigned to districts to monitor the campaign.
He appealed to the public to bring all eligible children aged 0–5 years to the nearest polio booth on June 28 and cooperate with health teams during the following two days. He also requested people to extend full cooperation to health teams visiting their homes during the following two days to ensure that no eligible child is left uncovered.
The Health Department has also appealed to Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs), kindergartens and crèches to facilitate visits by health workers and ensure that all eligible children receive polio drops.
Dr. Virender Yadav further said that all the concerned departments and organisations, including the Women and Child Development Department, School Education Department, Panchayati Raj Institutions, Urban Local Bodies Department, Public Relations Department, Employees' State Insurance (ESI), Labour Department, AYUSH Department, Medical Education Department, Transport Department, Indian Railways, the Indian Medical Association (IMA), the Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) and Rotary, among others, will extend the necessary support for the effective implementation of the campaign.
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Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi Reviews Multi-Sector Pollution Control Plan
Chandigarh, June 26: Haryana has accelerated its clean air campaign across the National Capital Region (NCR), unveiling a comprehensive roadmap that includes induction of new electric buses, expansion of the NCR's air quality monitoring network from 22 to 45 stations, implementation of the 'No PUCC, No Fuel' policy from October 1, redevelopment of nearly 1,000 km of urban roads, and intensified action against polluting vehicles and industries.
The multi-sector action plan was reviewed by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi during a high-level meeting under the framework of the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM). The Chief Secretary directed all concerned departments to ensure time-bound execution of the initiatives so that pollution-control measures are fully in place before the onset of the winter season.
Additional Chief Secretary, Transport, Sh. Raja Sekhar Vundru informed that Haryana has planned the induction of 925 electric buses across Gurugram, Faridabad, Sonipat, Panipat, Karnal and Rohtak during 2026. At present, 70 electric buses are already operational, while purchase orders have been placed for 385 additional buses. Procurement of the remaining buses will be completed in phases after approval by the High Powered Purchase Committee. The initiative is expected to significantly reduce vehicular emissions while promoting clean and sustainable public transport.
To strengthen monitoring of air pollution, Haryana is also expanding its Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station (CAAQMS) network. The NCR currently has 22 operational monitoring stations, while 23 additional stations are being established, taking the total to 45. Work orders for two stations are expected by mid-July, while tenders for the remaining stations will be floated shortly. The expanded monitoring network is targeted to become fully operational before September 30, enabling comprehensive real-time monitoring during the winter pollution season.
Reviewing vehicular emission control, the Chief Secretary assessed preparations for implementing the 'No PUCC, No Fuel' initiative from October 1, 2026. Officials informed that Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) systems are being installed at all 2,780 fuel stations in Haryana's NCR districts. The first phase will cover 775 fuel stations in Gurugram, Faridabad, Jhajjar and Sonipat, while the remaining 2,005 stations will be covered before the deadline. Once operational, the system will electronically verify Pollution Under Control Certificates before fuel is dispensed.
The meeting also reviewed enforcement against End-of-Life (EoL) vehicles. Officials informed that enforcement has been substantially intensified during the current year, with 2,883 old vehicles impounded, 2,010 scrapped and 6,054 No Objection Certificates issued for voluntary removal.
The Chief Secretary also reviewed progress under the Naya Safar Yojana, under which Haryana has already notified 100 per cent Motor Vehicle Tax concession for eligible vehicles. The scheme envisages large-scale replacement of older commercial vehicles with cleaner alternatives through incentives, awareness camps and activation of fuel outlets for voucher redemption.
The meeting was informed that nearly 490 kilometres of roads have already been redeveloped under the CAQM framework, while work orders have been issued for nearly 1,000 kilometres more. Haryana is also set to sign a Memorandum of Agreement with CSIR-Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) to adopt scientific road engineering and dust suppression measures.
On industrial pollution control, the meeting was informed that 1,329 of the 1,340 industries required to install Online Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (OCEMS) are already connected to the Central Pollution Control Board server. Installation of Air Pollution Control Devices is also being accelerated in industries requiring upgraded emission-control infrastructure.
The review further covered municipal solid waste and construction and demolition waste management. Geo-tagging of waste collection points and GPS tracking of C&D waste transportation have already been implemented, while 23 Secondary Collection Centres are operational and additional centres are under development. Municipal solid waste collection has achieved full coverage across all seven NCR cities, with new processing facilities being established to strengthen scientific waste management.
Chairman, Haryana State Pollution Control Board, Sh. Vinay Pratap Singh, Commissioner and Secretary, Urban Local Bodies, Sh. Ashok Kumar Meena, and other senior officers were present in the meeting.
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Yoga Fills Life with Positive Energy and Spiritual Consciousness- Vidhan Sabha Speaker
Chandigarh, June 26- Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker, Sh. Harvinder Kalyan said that yoga is not merely a form of physical exercise but a discipline that unites the body, mind and soul into one thread, filling life with positive energy while leading a person towards spiritual consciousness.
Addressing yoga practitioners on the third day of a five-day yoga camp organised under the aegis of the Patanjali Yog Samiti, Gharaunda, on Friday Sh. Harvinder Kalyan highlighted the importance of yoga and conveyed a positive message to society.
He said that yoga plays a very important role in our lives. The greater the awareness about health and yoga in society, the greater will be our contribution towards making society more beautiful and prosperous.
On the third day of the five-day yoga camp organised under the aegis of the Patanjali Yog Samiti, Gharaunda, yoga practitioners from all major social organisations of Gharaunda town enthusiastically participated in yoga, physical exercises and pranayama.
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Lucknow Fire Tragedy- Cooperation Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma Meets Family of Mahipur Bhavishya Sharma
Minister gives Rs. 5 Lakh Financial Assistance
Chandigarh, June 26- Haryana Cooperation Minister, Dr Arvind Sharma on Friday visited the family of Bhavishya Sharma, a young resident of Mahipur village who lost his life in the devastating fire at an animation and gaming institute in Lucknow, and announced financial assistance of Rs. 5 lakh for the bereaved family.
Dr Arvind Sharma, accompanied by his wife Dr Rita Sharma, met the victim's father, Narendra Kumar, and other family members at their residence in Mahipur village in Gohana constituency to express his condolences and offer support during their time of grief.
The Minister said that Bhavishya Sharma was a bright and promising young man and his untimely death in the tragic fire is certainly an irreparable loss not only for the family but also for the entire region. The loss of a young life in such tragic circumstances is deeply painful and cannot be expressed in words, said Dr Sharma.
The Minister assured the family that both the Haryana government and society stand firmly with them during this difficult period.
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Health Minister chairs Special High Powered Purchase Committee meeting
Approval granted for Procurement Proposals and Rate Contracts Worth Over Rs. 18 crore to Strengthen Healthcare Infrastructure- Arti Singh Rao
Chandigarh, June 26- Haryana Health Minister, Ms. Arti Singh Rao on Friday said the state government is continuously taking steps to further strengthen healthcare services across the state.
Chairing a meeting of the Special High Powered Purchase Committee on Friday, the Minister said the committee has approved and finalised procurement proposals and rate contracts worth more than Rs. 18 crore to reinforce the state's medical services and healthcare infrastructure.
Briefing the media after the meeting, the Cabinet Minister said several important decisions relating to healthcare delivery were taken. The committee approved the procurement of 40 Unani medicines worth nearly Rs. 1.85 crore, intraocular lenses (IOLs) worth Rs. 44 lakh for cataract surgeries, and medicines worth Rs. 82 lakh for the treatment of thalassaemia patients.
She further shared that to strengthen healthcare infrastructure on a long-term basis, the committee also finalised a two-year rate contract worth approximately Rs.9.55 crore for the procurement and installation of 18 Liquid Medical Oxygen (LMO) plants and storage tanks at 18 district civil hospitals across the state. In another major decision, the committee approved a two-year rate contract worth Rs. 3.02 crore for the procurement of 24 Pure Tone Audiometers for 22 district civil hospitals to improve hearing diagnostic services.
The committee also cleared a tender worth approximately Rs. 2.40 crore under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model for providing haemodialysis services at 16 sub-divisional civil hospitals, expanding access to specialised kidney care at the sub-divisional level.
Ms. Arti Rao said the procurement of medical supplies and the strengthening of healthcare infrastructure would provide immediate relief to patients belonging to different sections of society while significantly improving their quality of life.
She said the availability of medicines for thalassaemia patients would ensure uninterrupted treatment for people suffering from the inherited blood disorder, which is vital for their survival. Similarly, the large-scale procurement of intraocular lenses for cataract surgeries would enable elderly citizens and other cataract patients to undergo affordable and easily accessible surgeries with government support, without having to endure long waiting periods.
The Minister said that the procurement of Unani medicines would provide patients with greater access to alternative and holistic treatment options within the public healthcare system itself.
Highlighting the long-term benefits of the infrastructure projects, Ms. Arti Rao said the installation of Liquid Medical Oxygen plants at 18 district hospitals would substantially enhance the reliability of healthcare services at both the district and sub-divisional levels. It would ensure an uninterrupted supply of medical oxygen for critically ill patients and emergency surgeries, thereby reducing the need to refer patients to hospitals in larger cities.
She reiterated that the Haryana government remains committed to continuously strengthening the state's public healthcare system through timely investments in medical infrastructure, equipment and essential healthcare services so that quality treatment is available to every citizen closer to home.
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Biodiversity Park Named After Rao Mohar Singh to Boost Conservation in Ahirwal Region- Rao Narbir Singh
Minister lays foundation stone of biodiversity park and Amrit Sarovar at Budhpur, Rewari
ChandigarhJune 26- Haryana Forest, Environment and Wildlife Minister, Rao Narbir Singh on Friday laid the foundation stone for the Rao Mohar Singh Biodiversity Park and an Amrit Sarovar at Budhpur village in Rewari district, describing the project as a significant step towards strengthening ecological conservation and creating quality public green spaces in the Ahirwal region.
The Cabinet Minister said naming the biodiversity park after Rao Mohar Singh, a distinguished educationist, public servant and one of the leading champions of democracy in the erstwhile undivided Punjab was a fitting tribute to his contribution to society. Spread over 30 acres, the biodiversity park will feature more than 150 species of trees and plants, including a wide variety of medicinal species. The project will also include an open-air gym and other recreational facilities, providing residents with a healthy and environmentally sustainable public space.
The Minister said that this park will not only help conserve biodiversity but also improve the quality of life by offering a green recreational space for the local community. He urged villagers to actively participate in the development and long-term upkeep of the park, saying environmental conservation is a shared responsibility of both the government and the people.
Rao Narbir Singh also appealed to citizens to actively support Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign by planting more trees and ensuring their care until they mature. He said the Haryana government, under the leadership of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, is accelerating environmental conservation initiatives through the development of Namo Vans and Aushadhi Vans across the state, besides carrying out extensive plantation drives.
Highlighting the state's broader development agenda, Rao Narbir Singh said the government is ensuring equitable development across Haryana without discrimination. Referring to the NDA government's completion of 12 years at the Centre, he said the country and the state have witnessed substantial progress across sectors during this period.
The Minister said all districts of Haryana are now connected through the national highway network, significantly improving connectivity and reducing travel time across the state. He also highlighted the recently launched Make in Haryana Industrial Policy, describing it as the first initiative of its kind in the country. He said the policy has already attracted investment proposals worth more than Rs. 1 lakh crore.
Rao Narbir Singh said that to further strengthen industrial development in southern Haryana, one of the state's proposed 10 new Industrial Model Townships (IMTs) will be established in the Kosli region, creating employment opportunities and accelerating economic growth.
The Minister also urged people to shun single-use plastic carry bags and instead promote the use of eco-friendly jute and cloth bags to protect the environment.
Agriculture Minister chiars District Public Relations and Grievance Redressal Committee meeting at Karnal
Directs officers to conduct regular field visits and address public complaints at the grassroots
Chandigarh, June 26- Haryana Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Minister, Sh. Shyam Singh Rana on Friday chaired the District Public Relations and Grievance Redressal Committee meeting in Karnal. During the meeting he resolved seven of the 12 grievances, while ordering fresh inquiries into the remaining five cases.
The Minister said that government officers must make regular field visits, closely monitor work under their respective departments and resolve issues at the grassroots so that fewer complaints reach the administration. He said that the responsibility of the administration is not merely to respond to complaints but to proactively address public issues before they escalate.
The Cabinet Ministers said that officers must remain accessible to the people and ensure that grievances related to basic civic needs are resolved on priority," the minister said.
Among the cases reviewed, a complaint filed by residents of DRP Enclave in Sector 36 was deferred to the next meeting as the required departmental report had not been submitted. Another complaint by Satish Kumar of Kunjpura village was also kept pending until a written settlement is reached and the complainant receives justice.
Furthermore, a complaint against Chaitanya Techno School, Karnal, was deferred after the District Education Officer informed the committee that schools are currently closed for summer vacations and an inspection would be conducted once they reopen, following which a report would be submitted.
In a complaint filed by Surjit Singh of Gondar village regarding alleged violations of mining norms by a contractor, the complainant expressed dissatisfaction with the inquiry report. Taking note of the objections, the Minister directed the Additional Deputy Commissioner to conduct a fresh investigation.
In anoter complaint, the Cabinet Minister direcetd the officers of the Excise and Taxation Department to examine the matter from a social welfare perspective and asked the SDM, Nilokheri, to conduct a detailed inquiry. The case was deferred for further consideration.
Another complaint by Anil Kumar of Alipur Khalsa village alleged that vibrations from heavy machinery operating in a neighbouring industrial unit had caused cracks in his house, besides resulting in air and water pollution. Officers of the Haryana State Pollution Control Board informed the committee that the allegations were found to be prima facie correct and a show-cause notice had already been issued to the company. The department assured that appropriate action would be taken to resolve the matter.
MLAs, Sh. Jagmohan Anand and, Sh. Yogender Rana, Karnal Mayor, Smt. Renu Bala Gupta, Deputy Commissioner, Dr Anand Kumar Sharma, Superintendent of Police Narendra Bijarniya, senior district officials and nominated members of the Grievance Redressal Committee were present at the meeting.
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Development of Villages' is the Top Priority of the Government- Education Minister
Chandigarh, June 26- Reaffirming the Haryana government's commitment to rural transformation, Education Minister, Sh. Mahipal Dhanda on Friday said that expanding basic civic infrastructure in villages remains one of the government's foremost priorities. He said empowering gram panchayats with essential resources is key to achieving the vision of self-reliant and well-equipped villages.
The Minister was addressing a programme organised by the Panipat Zila Parishad at Siwah village, where water tankers and public benches were distributed to several gram panchayats. The event was presided over by Zila Parishad Chairperson, Smt. Jyoti Sharma.
Sh. Mahipal Dhanda said the state government is working with a clear focus on strengthening rural infrastructure and ensuring that every village has access to quality public amenities. Government’s objective is to improve the quality of life in rural areas by providing essential infrastructure and ensuring that villages become stronger partners in Haryana's development journey, he said.
Describing panchayats as the backbone of rural governance, the Minister said equipping them with adequate resources is a government priority. He said that water tankers and public benches are not merely assets; they are facilities that directly improve the daily lives and convenience of villagers.
He further said that the government remains committed to the principle of Antyodaya by ensuring that the benefits of development reach the last person in society, and assured that similar initiatives for rural development would continue in the future.
Presiding over the function, Zila Parishad Chairperson Jyoti Sharma said the Panipat Zila Parishad has been consistently accelerating development works across rural areas with public welfare as its central focus.
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Haryana government tightening the noose on criminals; several gangsters have been brought here from abroad — Energy Minister Anil Vij
Education minister never said that; Rahul Gandhi seems to be getting his information from who‑knows‑where, he repeatedly makes incendiary statements- Anil Vij
The amount of improvement in the education sector under the BJP government has never happened before-Anil Vij
Chandigarh, 26 June — Haryana Energy, Transport and Labour Minister, Sh. Anil Vij said the state government is firmly trying to clamp down on criminals and that several gangsters have been apprehended abroad and brought here. He said the government is fully tightening the noose around criminals.
Sh. Anil Vij was responding today to media persons’ questions about encounters with criminals in Haryana.
On the question about Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s remarks concerning Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and the BJP government, and the demand for Minister Pradhan’s resignation, he strongly countered Rahul Gandhi, saying, Rahul Gandhi repeatedly makes statements to incite people; sometimes he wants to provoke Zen‑G, sometimes he wants to provoke students. The Education Minister has never said such things; Rahul Gandhi apparently gets his broadcasts from who knows where.
Targeting Rahul Gandhi further, Energy Minister, Sh. Anil Vij said that Rahul Gandhi is suffering from depression and sees darkness all around, and that the improvements in the education sector since the Bharatiya Janata Party formed the government are unprecedented.
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Joint Task Forces to be Formed in Rural and Urban Areas to Curb Drug Abuse: CM Nayab Singh Saini
Chief Minister Issues Detailed Directions During Review Meeting on the Five-Year Roadmap and Action Plan of the SEWA Department under Haryana Vision-2047
Persons Rehabilitated from De-addiction Centres Will Be Provided Skill Training to Make Them Employable
Chandigarh, June 26: Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that a Joint Task Force will be constituted in both rural and urban areas across the state to prevent drug abuse. These task forces will undertake special drives to curb the sale of narcotics and apprehend those involved in the illegal drug trade. He said the task forces would be empowered to such an extent that drug traffickers would develop a strong fear of enforcement and abandon such activities altogether.
The Chief Minister was presiding over a review meeting of the Social Justice, Empowerment, Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes, and Antyodaya (SEWA) Department regarding its five-year roadmap and action plan under Haryana Vision-2047. He also reviewed the progress of Chief Minister’s announcements, budget announcements, and commitments made in the Sankalp Patra relating to the department, and issued necessary directions to the officers concerned. He also administered a pledge to those present to support efforts against drug abuse and contribute towards making families, society, and the nation drug-free.
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that breaking the drug distribution network is essential to completely eliminate drug abuse from the state. He directed that under the leadership of the SEWA Department, Joint Task Forces be formed at the rural level comprising Sarpanches, Ward Members, BDOs, SHOs, and representatives of NGOs working in the area, while in urban areas the task force should include Municipal Secretaries, Ward Councillors, HHOs, and NGO representatives. These task forces will identify locations where drugs are being sold and ensure strict action against drug peddlers.