Chandigarh, October 15, 2026: A meeting of Administrative Secretaries was held under the chairmanship of Shri Hiriadka Rajesh Prasad, Chief Secretary, U.T. Chandigarh, to discuss key administrative matters and review progress on issues requiring coordinated action across departments.

The implementation status of flagship schemes of Government of India was taken up first. The Chief Secretary asked the departments concerned to ensure effective and timely implementation, regularly monitoring saturation and timely resolution of pending issues so that the benefits reach all eligible beneficiaries.

The meeting also discussed the formation of service cooperative societies. The department concerned was asked to take the necessary steps to facilitate their establishment in accordance with the applicable provisions.

The Chief Secretary directed that a meeting of the Labour Welfare Board be convened at the earliest to take up pending matters concerning labourers welfare. He further directed that camps and other public awareness activities be organised to inform workers about labour welfare schemes and facilitate access to them.

He also emphasised that all boards and corporations should hold their board meetings and Annual General Meetings regularly.

Pending cases of compassionate appointment across different departments were also discussed. The Chief Secretary asked the departments to expedite the examination and disposal of such cases in accordance with the applicable rules and instructions, while avoiding unnecessary delays.

For the smooth implementation of City Gas Distribution, the Chief Secretary directed the Municipal Corporation to adopt, in letter and spirit, the control order issued by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, including the rates specified therein.

The meeting further discussed preparations for Vigilance Awareness Week commencing on October 26, 2026. Departments were asked to organise appropriate programmes and activities to promote integrity, transparency and accountability in public service.

The Chief Secretary emphasised timely action and regular follow-up by all departments on the matters discussed.

Present during the meeting were Shri Mandip Singh Brar, Home Secretary; Shri Diprava Lakra, Finance Secretary; Ms. Prerna Puri, Secretary Education; Shri Saurabh Kumar, Chief Conservator of Forests; Shri Amit Kumar, Commissioner, Municipal Corporation; Shri Swapnil Naik, Secretary Personnel; and Shri Nishant Kumar Yadav, Deputy Commissioner, along with other officers of the Chandigarh Administration.