Chief Minister Announces Rs. 3 lakh financial assistance for families of Ayush Yoga Sahayak who die in accidents

Registration of Yoga and Naturopathy Practitioners to begin this year

Yoga, Sports, and Other Subjects to be formally included in school curriculum- exams to be conducted

Yoga Mahotsav celebrated in Panchkula- Chief Minister honours 264 participants of ‘Surya Namaskar 2025’

Chief Minister launches three portals to ensure transparency in Ayush Department

Chandigarh, May 27 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini announced a financial assistance of Rs. 3 lakh each from his discretionary fund to the families of Ayush Yoga Sahayak who died in accidents during service. He also announced that the registration of Yoga and Naturopathy practitioners will begin this year.

The Chief Minister said that Yoga has already been included in the curriculum from Classes 1 to 10 in Haryana schools. Taking a step further, exams will now be held for Yoga, Sports, and other such subjects, which will also become part of the formal curriculum. This initiative will inspire children to understand and adopt Yoga from a young age, he said.

The Chief Minister made these announcements during a grand Yoga Mahotsav held in Panchkula, where the Chief Minister also felicitated 264 outstanding performers of the ‘Surya Namaskar 2025’ campaign. Health, Family Welfare, and Ayush Minister Kumari Arti Singh Rao was also present on the occasion.

The Chief Minister congratulated the winners and wished them a bright, healthy, and successful future. He said that this achievement proves that Haryana is rich in talent and hard work. The participation of Yoga institutions, Ayush Yoga Sahayak, educational institutions, jail department, police, army, and paramilitary forces in the Surya Namaskar campaign is a matter of pride.

Three Portals Launched for Transparency in Ayush Department

To enhance transparency in the Ayush Department, the Chief Minister launched three portals: E-Marketplace Portal, Ayush Medicine Inventory Portal, and E-Medicine Licensing Portal. The E-Marketplace Portal will enable farmers and suppliers of medicinal plants to register and sell their products directly. The inventory portal will allow officials to monitor demand and stock, and the licensing portal will streamline the application process for new and renewed licenses.

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said the Yoga Mahotsav holds special significance as it comes just 25 days before the 10th International Yoga Day 2025. The 264 individuals honoured today excelled in the recently concluded ‘Surya Namaskar 2025’ campaign. This campaign started on January 12 (Swami Vivekananda Jayanti) and concluded on February 12 (Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti), with participation from 46 lakh people.

India Will Become a Global Leader Through Yoga: PM Narendra Modi’s Efforts Make International Yoga Day a Reality

The Chief Minister said that Yoga is now an integral part of life not only in India but around the world, thanks to Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s efforts. The United Nations declared June 21 as International Yoga Day following India’s proposal, which was supported by 177 countries. Under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, this marked the first real step toward reestablishing India as a world leader. Today, Yoga is being embraced globally.

He added that Yoga is a powerful tool for realizing Prime Minister Modi’s vision of “Fit India – Hit India.” Yoga is no longer just a part of life, but a way of life.

The Chief Minister said that Yoga is more than just physical exercise; it is a lifestyle gifted to us by ancient sages through years of penance and self-realization. Lord Krishna in the Gita said, “Yogah Karmasu Kaushalam” – Yoga brings skill in action. Yoga is about the union of body, mind, soul, and the divine. This Mahostav is a celebration of Yoga’s significance and a call to integrate it into our lives.

Government aims to make Haryana a Model State in Health

The Chief Minister emphasized that the state government aims to make Haryana a model state not only in agriculture and industry but also in health. Yoga is a key tool in achieving this goal. Yoga is being taught in schools, colleges, and universities, he said.

The Chief Minister said that Haryana is the only state where Yoga is part of the curriculum, mandatory from Classes 1 to 12. Besides this, 25,000 education department personnel have been trained as Yoga teachers. The Haryana Yog Aayog has been established to promote Yoga. Shri Krishna Ayush University has been set up in Kurukshetra for promoting Yoga and Ayurveda, he said.

Ancient Science Meets Modernity

The Chief Minister said that the National Institute of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy has been established in Panchkula and a Postgraduate Yoga and Naturopathy Research Institute in Deverkhana, Jhajjar, where OPD services have started.

The government is committed to establishing vyayamshalas in all 6,500 villages of the state, with 1,121 sites identified and construction completed at 714. A total of 877 Ayush Yoga Sahayak have been appointed.

Under the Ayushman Bharat scheme, all Ayurvedic dispensaries are being upgraded to Ayush Health and Wellness Centres. So far, 506 have been upgraded, and 126 Yoga Instructors appointed.

Make Yoga an Integral Part of Your Life

The Chief Minister urged the youth to make Yoga an inseparable part of their lives, not just a one-hour exercise but a daily habit. He encouraged dedicating time each day to Yoga, pranayama, and meditation for physical and mental well-being.

He also released the book “The Daily Pause – A Meditation Diary for Busy Lives” by author Madhu Pandit, and two magazines by the Haryana Yog Aayog – “Yog- sadhana se vishwakalyan” and “Surya Namaskar Visheshanka” and a Souvenir.

Yoga- One of India’s Oldest and Most Valuable Traditions – Ayush Minister Kumari Arti Singh Rao

Health & Family Welfare and Ayush Minister Kumari Arti Singh Rao welcomed the Chief Minister and said that the Yoga Mahotsav 2025 is an important milestone in preparations for International Yoga Day. It is heartening to see Haryana citizens not only understand Yoga’s importance but also adopt it in their lives.

She said Yoga is one of India’s oldest and most precious traditions, not just physical exercise but a path to mental and spiritual peace. It is a symbol of our culture that the world is now embracing. Since the start of International Yoga Day due to the Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s efforts, crores of people have joined this movement every year.

She added that the Ayush Department and Haryana Yog Aayog are working tirelessly to bring Yoga education to every citizen. Every village and town will have Yoga instructors, ensuring that people integrate Yoga into their daily lives. She called on everyone to celebrate International Yoga Day on June 21 with grandeur and commit to making Yoga a part of their lifestyle.

Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare and AYUSH Departments, Sh. Sudhir Rajpal, said that today’s Yoga Mahotsav 2025 is being celebrated 25 days prior to International Yoga Day on June 21. This signifies that the outline for International Yoga Day has been inaugurated from today itself. The Chief Minister has directed the AYUSH Department to ensure that the program on June 21 for International Yoga Day should be unprecedented—something that the whole world talks about. He added that the Chief Minister has envisioned Yoga Day not just as a program but as a mass movement.

Chairman, Haryana Yog Aayog, Dr. Jaideep Arya, while welcoming Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the Chief Minister has played a vital role in enhancing the glory of yoga.

He stated that the future of Haryana is in strong hands. He added that Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi has taken yoga to the global stage through his efforts. He said Haryana is a land of naturopathy, and by integrating yoga with naturopathy, yoga sahayaks and children can be sent abroad. Additionally, opportunities should be explored to send yoga instructors overseas. He said that Haryana is the only state where yoga has been incorporated into the school curriculum.

Director General, AYUSH Department, Sh. Sanjeev Verma, Vice Chairman, Haryana Yog Aayog, Sh. Roshan Lal and other dignitaries also remained present on this occasion.

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Haryana Government transfers 2 IAS & 39 HCS officers with immediate effect

Chandigarh, May 26 – The Haryana Government has announced a major reshuffle involving the transfer and posting of 2 IAS and 39 HCS officers with immediate effect.

Ankit Kumar Chouksey, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Badshahpur, CEO, Shree Mata Sheetla Devi Shrine Board, Gurugram, and Land Acquisition Officer-cum-Land Acquisition Collector, GMDA, has been transferred as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Jhajjar.

Shashvat Sangwan, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Naraingarh, and CEO-cum-Executive Director, Naraingarh Sugar Mills, Naraingarh, has been appointed as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Barara.

Vivek Padam Singh, currently Additional Director (Admn.), Sports and Youth Affairs, Haryana, Member Secretary, Haryana State Backward Classes Commission, and Member Secretary, Haryana Vimukt Ghumantu Jati Vikas Board, has been posted as Controller, Printing & Stationery, Haryana, and Special Secretary, Printing & Stationery Department, while continuing as Member Secretary in the previous positions.

Dr. Sarita Malik, Special Secretary, Public Health Engineering Department, has been transferred as Secretary, Haryana Right to Service Commission.

Vatsal Vashisht, Secretary, Haryana Right to Service Commission, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Gurugram.

Jag Niwas, CEO, Zila Parishad, Gurugram, and CEO, DRDA, Gurugram, has been posted as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Jhajjar.

Sushil Kumar, District Municipal Commissioner, Kaithal, CEO, Zila Parishad, Kaithal, and CEO, DRDA, Kaithal, has been appointed as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Mahendragarh.

Virender Singh Sehrawat, Additional Labour Commissioner (Admn.) and Secretary, Haryana Traders Welfare Board, has been appointed as District Municipal Commissioner, Sirsa.

Satbir Singh, CEO, Zila Parishad Faridabad, and CEO, DRDA Faridabad, has been posted as Additional Deputy Commissioner-cum-District Citizen Resources Information Officer, Faridabad, and Special Officer, APZ Faridabad.

Vandana Disodia, Additional Director (Admn.), AYUSH, Haryana, has been transferred as Additional Director (Admn.), Skill Development & Industrial Training, Haryana.

Dr. Sushil Kumar, District Municipal Commissioner, Nuh, will now serve as District Municipal Commissioner, Kaithal.

Dalbir Singh, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Meham, has been appointed as District Municipal Commissioner, Nuh.

Ashwani Malik, Additional Director (Admn.), Medical College, Nalhar (Nuh), is now appointed as Additional Director (Admn.), Sports and Youth Affairs, Haryana.

Mamta has been appointed as Additional Director, Model Sanskriti Schools, against a vacant post.

Vijender Hooda, Additional Director (Admn.), Skill Development & Industrial Training, Haryana, has been transferred as Additional Director (Admn.), AYUSH, Haryana.

Ravinder Yadav, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil)-cum-Additional Collector, Jhajjar, has been posted as Additional Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Gurugram.

Manish Kumar Lohan, Additional Director (Admn.), Industries & Commerce, Haryana, and Joint Secretary, Industries & Commerce Department, has been posted as Additional Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Gurugram.

Jitender Kumar, Joint Director (Admn.), Information, Public Relations & Languages, Haryana, and Deputy Secretary, Information, Public Relations and Languages Department, has been appointed as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Tauru.

Bharat Bhushan, Joint CEO, Faridabad Metropolitan Development Authority, Faridabad, is now appointed as Joint CEO, Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority, Panchkula.

Sanjiv Kumar, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), South Gurugram, has been posted as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Badshahpur.

Bhupendra Singh, Joint Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Rohtak, is appointed as Joint Director (Admn.), PGIMS, Rohtak, in addition to his present duties.

Shweta Suhag, Estate Officer, HSVP, Rohtak, and Land Acquisition Officer, Rohtak, is now appointed as Managing Director, Cooperative Sugar Mills, Rohtak.

Shambhu, OSD, Haryana Staff Selection Commission, and Secretary (Legal), Haryana Staff Selection Commission, has been posted as CEO, Zila Parishad, Kurukshetra, and CEO, DRDA, Kurukshetra.

Ashish Kumar, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Israna, and Administrator, Gaur Brahman Vidya Pracharni Sabha, Rohtak, has been appointed as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Rohtak, Estate Officer, HSVP, Rohtak, and Land Acquisition Officer, Rohtak and retaining his current role as Administrator, Gaur Brahman Vidya Pracharni Sabha, Rohtak.

Surender Singh, District Municipal Commissioner, Sirsa, has been appointed as Joint Director (Admn.), Secondary Education, Haryana, and Deputy Secretary, School Education Department.

Mandeep Kumar, Managing Director, Cooperative Sugar Mill, Panipat, is now posted as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Panipat.

Suresh Ravish, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Kalanwali, has been posted as CEO, Zila Parishad, Kaithal, and CEO, DRDA, Kaithal.

Dr. Naresh Kumar, Joint Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Sonipat, has been transferred as Joint Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Gurugram.

Hitender Kumar, Joint Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, NIT, Faridabad, will now serve as Joint Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Manesar.

Meetu Dhankar, Chief Protocol Officer, Gurugram, has been appointed as Joint Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Sonipat.

Navdeep Singh, Joint Director, Development & Panchayats, Haryana, is now posted as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil).

Sanjeev Kumar, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Tauru, is appointed as Joint Director (Admn.), Secondary Education, Haryana, and Deputy Secretary, School Education Department.

Mukund, Managing Director, Cooperative Sugar Mills, Meham, will now also serve as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Meham, in addition to his present duties.

Shivjeet Bharti, Joint Director (Admin.), Social Justice, Empowerment, Welfare of Scheduled Castes & Backward Classes and Antyodaya (SEWA), and Deputy Secretary, Vigilance Department, has been appointed as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Naraingarh, and CEO-cum-Executive Director, Naraingarh Sugar Mills.

Akhilesh Kumar, Joint Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Gurugram, will now serve as Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), South Gurugram.

Amit, Sub Divisional Officer (Civil), Barara, has been transferred as Joint Director (Admn.), Social Justice, Empowerment, Welfare of Scheduled Castes & Backward Classes and Antyodaya (SEWA).

Gaurav Chauhan, Joint Managing Director, HSIIDC, has been appointed as Joint Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Panchkula.

Harpreet Kaur, Joint Director (Admn.), Secondary Education, Haryana, and Deputy Secretary, School Education Department, has been transferred as Joint Director (Admn.), Information, Public Relations and Languages, Haryana, and Deputy Secretary, Information, Public Relations and Languages Department.

Vishwajeet Singh, Secretary, Haryana Khadi and Village Industries Board, will serve as Member Secretary, Haryana Kesh Kala & Kaushal Vikas Board, and Secretary, Haryana Safai Karamchari Commission, in addition to his present duties.

Neeraj Sharma, Joint Director (Admn.), Secondary Education, Haryana, and Deputy Secretary, School Education Department, has been transferred as Joint Director (Admn.), Higher Education, Haryana, and Deputy Secretary, Higher Education Department.

Hunny Bansal, OSD-II to Chief Secretary, Haryana, has been appointed as Secretary, State Police Complaint Authority, Haryana.

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Haryana Government creating new opportunities for youth in the IT Sector – Rao Narbir Singh

87 Advanced Skill Centres to be established through HARTRON; Rs 1 crore annual subsidy for mobile app development

Chandigarh, May 27: Haryana Industries and Commerce Minister, Rao Narbir Singh, has urged the youth to take full advantage of the Information Technology (IT) projects being implemented by the state government through HARTRON. He emphasized that the digital era has unlocked numerous opportunities for young people, and the Haryana Government is committed to empowering them to become capable and self-reliant.

Rao Narbir Singh made these remarks while chairing a review meeting of various schemes being run by HARTRON. During the meeting, Managing Director HARTRON, Dr. J. Ganesan, apprised the Minister of the ongoing initiatives in the IT sector.

Startups to get a boost: annual subsidy of Rs 1 Crore

During the review meeting, the Managing Director informed the Minister that under the Haryana Government’s 'Startup Policy 2022, an annual subsidy of Rs 1 crore is being provided for the establishment of mobile application development centers. This initiative aims to foster innovation and promote technical entrepreneurship across the state.

IT skills training: 87 new centers, 25,000 students benefited

To build a future-ready IT workforce, 87 new HARTRON Advanced Skills Centers will be established across Haryana. Currently, 10 centers are operational, offering IT training to over 25,000 youth each year.

SAFAL scheme for economically weaker students

Under the SAFAL scheme, financial assistance is provided to 1,000 students from economically weaker sections. The scheme offers a 75% fee waiver to eligible students and receives funding of approximately Rs 2.5 crore through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) contributions and other sources.

IT Services and Training for Government Departments

The Managing Director informed the Minister that HARTRON serves as the nodal agency for not only providing data entry operators but also for the procurement of computers and IT equipment for various government departments. In addition, HARTRON collaborates with the National Informatics Centre (NIC) in developing departmental portals. He said that the Government employees are also being equipped with modern technical skills through HARTRON’s dedicated e-learning portal.

Rao Narbir Singh said that the State Government aims to ensure that every youth in the state becomes skilled in the field of Information Technology and gains access to both employment and self-employment opportunities.

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*Haryana allocates Rs. 1.49 crore for Flood Relief Measures*

Chandigarh, May 27 – Haryana's Financial Commissioner for Revenue and Disaster Management, Dr. Sumita Misra, today said that the state government has allocated Rs. 1.49 crore to Deputy Commissioners of the state and the Public Health Engineering Department (PHED) to undertake flood relief measures ahead of the monsoon season.

Dr. Sumita Misra, informed that out of the total amount, Rs. 99 lakh has been released to Deputy Commissioners for flood preparedness in rural areas. These funds will be used for dewatering, food and clothing distribution, and the supply of fodder etc. The aim is to address monsoon-related issues proactively and prevent emergencies before they occur.

Additionally, Rs. 50 lakh has been allocated to the Public Health Engineering Department to tackle waterlogging and manage the challenges of heavy rainfall in urban areas. This funding will enable the department to implement effective drainage solutions and protect cities from potential flooding, she added.

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Dr. Amit Arya appointed VC of Dada Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts

Chandigarh, May 27 – The Haryana Government has appointed Dr. Amit Arya as the Vice-Chancellor of Dada Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts, Rohtak. His appointment shall be for a period of three years or till he attains the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier, with effect from the date he assumes the charge of his office.

A notification in this regard has been issued by Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today.

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Exposure visit of biotechnology students from DCRUST Murthal to NABI, Mohali organised by Haryana Technical Education Department*

Aims to encourage innovation and collaboration between NABI Mohali and the university*

Chandigarh, May 27- A delegation of 28 Students (M.Sc/B.Tech), 01 research scholars and Associate Professor from Biotechnology department of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science and Technology, Murthal (Sonepat), led by Dr. Aditi Arya visited National Agro food Biotechnology Institute, Mohali on May 26, 2025.

Sharing information in this regard an official spokesperson said that the visit aimed to expose students to cutting-edge research in agricultural and food biotechnology, allowing them to interact with scientists and explore advanced laboratory facilities. During the visit, students were introduced to high-performance computing, chromatography systems, and tissue culture techniques, which helped them understand real-world applications of biotechnology. Students found the experience insightful and inspiring, as it provided them with practical exposure beyond classroom learning.

National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) is the first Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute, established in India on February 18, 2010 by the Department of Biotechnology, government of India. Students who visited the National Agri-Food Biotechnology Institute (NABI) in Mohali had a valuable learning experience.

The spokesperson said that this visit will enhance the knowledge and understanding regarding the latest advancements in technology and research in the field of Agriculture Biotechnology and Food and Nutritional Biotechnology. It also aimed at fostering a spirit of innovation and collaboration between the NABI Mohali and the university. Additional Director, Sh. Anil Kumar Sehrawat, and Joint Director, Sh. Balwan Singh coordinated the exposure visit from the Directorate of Technical Education Haryana, Panchkula. Dr. Amit Kumar Rai, Scientist - D and Dr. Sanjana Negi, Scientist - C have coordinated the visit on behalf of NABI Mohali.

The spokesperson said that the department of Technical Education, Haryana has taken various initiatives under the guidance of Additional Chief Secretary Higher Education, Haryana, Sh.Vineet Garg and Director General Technical Education, Sh. Prabhjot Singh for providing quality education and improvement in employability for the students. The Department of Technical Education has organised the exposure visit for teaching faculty from government Polytechnics and government Engineering colleges at IIT Delhi.

The spokesperson said Haryana Higher Education Minister, Sh. Mahipal Dhanda had flagged off the first delegates of 60 teaching faculty from government Polytechnics and government Engineering colleges for an exposure visit to IIT Delhi on February 10, 2025. More than 380 teaching faculty members including Principal, Vice Principal-cum-Training and Placement Officers, Head of Departments, Senior Lecturers, Lecturers, form government Polytechnics and Associate Professor, Training and Placement Officer and Assistant Professors from government Engineering colleges visited IIT Delhi in a phased manner from government Polytechnics and SIETs during Feb/Mar/April 2025. The exposure visit aimed to provide participants deep insights into IIT Delhi's cutting-edge research, technological advancements, and academic excellence.

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Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini directs DCs to prioritize drain cleaning ahead of monsoon

Chief Secretary to review the progress on June 10, strict action for any negligence

Officers to identify waterlogging causes, Launch targeted schemes for permanent solutions

Haryana plans to use SYL and Hansi-Butana Canals for monsoon water storage to prevent floods and boost irrigation

Chandigarh, May 27 - Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today directed Deputy Commissioners overseeing flood protection efforts in the districts to give utmost priority to cleaning of drains ahead of the monsoon season in their respective districts. He instructed them to immediately prepare a schedule and assign officers to monitor the work, ensuring its completion under all circumstances before June 15, 2025.

In addition, all Superintending Engineers in the field must ensure that drain cleaning is carried out thoroughly in their respective areas.

The Chief Minister was presiding over a meeting with officers from the Irrigation and Water Resources Department and the Public Health Engineering Department to review the progress of short-term flood protection works and the internal clearance of drains here today.

Expressing concern with the current pace of internal clearance of drains, the Chief Minister said that there is limited time before the onset of the monsoon, and the work is lagging behind. He directed officers to set clear timelines and complete all pending tasks without delay. He also said that the Chief Secretary, Sh. Anurag Rastogi, along with other Administrative Secretaries, will review the progress again on June 10. If found any negligence at the part of any officer, strict action would be taken accordingly.

Reviewing the broader flood protection measures, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that officers should focus on short-term measures and ensure the completion of ongoing schemes related to flood control. He also instructed them to assess the condition and availability of pumps required for dewatering purposes. In addition, he directed the officers to identify the causes of waterlogging in specific areas and formulate targeted schemes to provide permanent solutions. The Chief Minister further said that flood protection works recommended by public representatives and panchayats should be given priority and completed at the earliest.

The Chief Minister also reviewed the desilting work in the Tangri and Markanda rivers and issued necessary instructions to the concerned officers.

During the meeting, it was informed that the Irrigation and Water Resources Department is working on an ambitious project to utilize the existing channels of the SYL and Hansi-Butana Link Canals for water storage during the monsoon. The plan involves diverting water from drains and the Ghaggar River into the both canals and constructing temporary barriers to retain the water. This initiative aims not only to prevent floods and recharge groundwater but also to support irrigation needs.

Present in the meeting were Irrigation & Water Resources Minister Shruti Choudhry, Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Rajesh Khullar, Additional Chief Secretary (Home & Revenue) Smt. Sumita Misra, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Arun Kumar Gupta, Commissioner & Secretary of Public Health Engineering Department Mohammad Shayin, Chairperson of the Haryana Water Resources Authority Keshni Anand Arora, Engineers-in-Chief and Chief Engineers of both departments. Deputy Commissioners, Superintending Engineers and Executive Engineers joined the meeting virtually.

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Coordinate to Reclaim water Land and Promote Shrimp Farming- Agriculture Minister

Other departments must also collaborate with the Agriculture Department for Land Conservation- Sh. Shyam Singh Rana

Agriculture Minister chairs a joint meeting of Fisheries and Agriculture Departments

Chandigarh, May 27 – Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Fisheries Minister, Sh. Shyam Singh Rana has directed officers to work in coordination to reclaim saline-affected land in the state and promote shrimp farming, with the goal of improving one lakh acres of land.

Sh. Rana was presiding over a joint meeting of the Fisheries and Agriculture Departments held here today. During the meeting, he also reviewed the ongoing work related to land conservation.

The Minister first reviewed the progress under the Agriculture Sankalp Abhiyan and efforts to bring waterlogged and saline areas under fisheries. He directed the officers concerned to encourage shrimp farming by constructing ponds in waterlogged areas. This would turn the challenge of waterlogging into an opportunity by utilizing saline water productively. He directed both departments to jointly formulate a specific plan for this purpose.

The Minister was apprised that around 240 acres of waterlogged land has been identified across various districts, out of which 124 acres have already been brought under fisheries through the construction of ponds. Further action is underway in this direction.

Sh. Shyam Singh Rana also reviewed in detail various land and water conservation activities, including, land improvement through vertical drainage, subsurface drainage, and gypsum, construction of check dams, recharge wells, rooftop rainwater harvesting systems, water catchment trenches, rejuvenation of traditional water sources and underground pipelines and promotion of micro-irrigation for cotton farming. Besides this he also reviewed the work of construction of permanent ponds and water quality testing along with Soil Health Cards

Sh. Shaym Singh Rana directed the officers concerned that the target of reclaiming one lakh acres of land as proposed in the budget must be achieved, and that concerned departments should prepare and implement a detailed action plan accordingly.

The Minister was apprised that the soil testing laboratories in the state have a capacity to test 30.40 lakh samples. Under the "Har Khet Swasth Khet" campaign, soil health reports are being sent to farmers via WhatsApp to enable nutrient-based farming.

Sh. Shyam Singh Rana said that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, India has become the fourth-largest economy in the world.

He directed officers to encourage diversification by adopting modern technologies in agriculture, horticulture, dairy, and fisheries. If India excels in these sectors, it can soon become the third-largest economy globally, said Sh. Sham Singh Rana.

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Haryana Staff Selection Commission invites online applications for CET Group-C posts

Recruitment applications starts from May 28

Commission issues guidelines regarding reserved category certificates

HSSC releases CET application schedule; forms to be filled from May 28

Chandigarh, May 27 – Haryana Staff Selection Commission member (HSSC), Sh. Bhupender Chauhan said that the online application process for Group-C posts through the Common Eligibility Test (CET) will begin from May 28, 2025. This recruitment process will be conducted under the state government’s new CET policy, as per notification number 42/119/2019-5HR-II dated December 31, 2024. Interested candidates can register online by visiting the official portal:(https://onetimeregn.haryana.gov.in). The last date to submit the application is June 12, 2025 (till 11:59 pm), and the deadline to submit the application fee is June 14, 2025 (till 6:00 pm).

Sh. Chauhan said that candidates who appeared in the CET conducted on November 5 and 6, 2022, must use their previous CET registration number. New applicants will be issued a new registration number, which will be valid for all further processes.

The commission has also issued guidelines for candidates applying under reserved categories. Certificates of candidates of BC-A, BC-B and EWS category should be issued after 1st April 2025 and before the last date. Certificates for Deprived Scheduled Castes (DSC), Other Scheduled Castes (OSC), (PwBD), ESM, and ESP must be issued before the application deadline. For family members of ex-servicemen, the eligibility certificate must be issued or renewed after June 13, 2024, and before the last date of submission.

Sh.Chauhan said that candidates should fill the form personally and should read all instructions carefully before applying and to complete the process within the 15-day window, as no extension or correction window will be provided later.

He said that information about the examination date and the admit card download will be shared separately on the Commission’s website. All eligible candidates are requested to follow the given timelines and regularly check the official website of the Commission for more information.

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Wrestlers will make the nation proud at the international wrestling championship- Sports Minister

Minister of State for Sports Gaurav Gautam boosts morale of wrestlers at national wrestling championship

Haryana emerges as overall champion at national wrestling championship held in Palwal

Haryana’s girls win 7 out of 10 gold medals in freestyle wrestling

Chandigarh, May 27 – Haryana Sports Minister, Sh. Gaurav Gautam expressed confidence that the victorious wrestlers of the National Wrestling Championship held in Palwal will bring laurels to the country by winning medals at the upcoming international wrestling championship in Vietnam.

Sh. Gautam visited the three-day Under-17 National Wrestling Championship being held at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Stadium in Palwal, organised jointly by Chandigarh UT Wrestling Association and the Wrestling Federation of India, to encourage the participating wrestlers.

The Minister said that Haryana's athletes are making their mark across the globe. Players have brought glory not only to the country but also to the world. Haryana emerged as the overall champion in both boys' and girls' freestyle wrestling at the National Wrestling Championship held in Palwal. In the girls’ category, Haryana's daughters clinched 7 out of 10 gold medals. Additionally, the boys won 5 out of 10 gold medals, shining the name of the state.

The Sports Minister said that Haryana has now become a hub for sports and athletes. He appealed to the youth of Palwal district to actively participate in sports and bring glory to the state and the nation at national and international levels.

Sh. Gautam said that hosting a national-level wrestling competition in Palwal is a matter of pride and honour for both the district and the state.

President, Wrestling Federation of India, Sh. Sanjay Kumar Singh, Vice President, Wrestling Federation of India UT, Sh. Darshan Lal, Treasurer, Wrestling Federation of India Dr. SP Deshwal and many other dignitaries also remained present.

On the second day of the Under-17 National Wrestling Championship, freestyle competitions were held in various weight categories for girls. In the 40 kg category, Cheshta from Haryana won gold, Preeti Yadav from Uttar Pradesh secured silver, and Disha (Delhi) and Snehal (Maharashtra) shared the bronze. In the 43 kg category, Rachna from Haryana bagged gold, Subhadra Yadav from Chhattisgarh took silver, and Khushi (Delhi) and Anushka (Maharashtra) jointly won bronze. In the 46 kg category, Rutuja from Maharashtra claimed gold, Aditi Kumari from Delhi won silver, and Kashish Gurjar (Rajasthan) and Pooja (Haryana) shared the bronze medal.

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Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini directs DCs to prioritize drain cleaning ahead of monsoon

Chief Secretary to review the progress on June 10, strict action for any negligence

Officers to identify waterlogging causes, Launch targeted schemes for permanent solutions

Haryana plans to use SYL and Hansi-Butana Canals for monsoon water storage to prevent floods and boost irrigation

Chandigarh, May 27 - Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today directed Deputy Commissioners overseeing flood protection efforts in the districts to give utmost priority to cleaning of drains ahead of the monsoon season in their respective districts. He instructed them to immediately prepare a schedule and assign officers to monitor the work, ensuring its completion under all circumstances before June 15, 2025.

In addition, all Superintending Engineers in the field must ensure that drain cleaning is carried out thoroughly in their respective areas.

The Chief Minister was presiding over a meeting with officers from the Irrigation and Water Resources Department and the Public Health Engineering Department to review the progress of short-term flood protection works and the internal clearance of drains here today.

Expressing concern with the current pace of internal clearance of drains, the Chief Minister said that there is limited time before the onset of the monsoon, and the work is lagging behind. He directed officers to set clear timelines and complete all pending tasks without delay. He also said that the Chief Secretary, Sh. Anurag Rastogi, along with other Administrative Secretaries, will review the progress again on June 10. If found any negligence at the part of any officer, strict action would be taken accordingly.

Reviewing the broader flood protection measures, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that officers should focus on short-term measures and ensure the completion of ongoing schemes related to flood control. He also instructed them to assess the condition and availability of pumps required for dewatering purposes. In addition, he directed the officers to identify the causes of waterlogging in specific areas and formulate targeted schemes to provide permanent solutions. The Chief Minister further said that flood protection works recommended by public representatives and panchayats should be given priority and completed at the earliest.

The Chief Minister also reviewed the desilting work in the Tangri and Markanda rivers and issued necessary instructions to the concerned officers.

During the meeting, it was informed that the Irrigation and Water Resources Department is working on an ambitious project to utilize the existing channels of the SYL and Hansi-Butana Link Canals for water storage during the monsoon. The plan involves diverting water from drains and the Ghaggar River into the both canals and constructing temporary barriers to retain the water. This initiative aims not only to prevent floods and recharge groundwater but also to support irrigation needs.

Present in the meeting were Irrigation & Water Resources Minister Shruti Choudhry, Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Rajesh Khullar, Additional Chief Secretary (Home & Revenue) Smt. Sumita Misra, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Arun Kumar Gupta, Commissioner & Secretary of Public Health Engineering Department Mohammad Shayin, Chairperson of the Haryana Water Resources Authority Keshni Anand Arora, Engineers-in-Chief and Chief Engineers of both departments. Deputy Commissioners, Superintending Engineers and Executive Engineers joined the meeting virtually.

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*1787 MTP kits seized, 6 FIRs registered in past week over illegal abortion practices*

*ACS-Health Sh. Sudhir Rajpal Chairs Weekly Meeting Of State Task Force (STF) For Improving Sex Ratio in Haryana*

Chandigarh, May 27 - The weekly meeting of the State Task Force (STF) for Improving Sex Ratio in Haryana was held under the chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare, Sh. Sudhir Rajpal here today. The meeting focused on intensifying efforts to curb illegal abortions and further improve the state's sex ratio under the ‘Beti Bachao-Beti Padhao’ campaign.

During the meeting, the Additional Chief Secretary directed officials to intensify enforcement against illegal abortion practices and take strict action against doctors found guilty of such violations, including cancellation of their licences.

The meeting was informed that in the past week (May 20 to May 26, 2025), inspections were conducted across the state over the illegal sale of Medical Termination of Pregnancy (MTP) kits in which 1787 MTP kits were seized and 6 FIRs were registered. In addition, 3 shops were sealed for illegal practices. The number of wholesalers selling MTP kits has been reduced from 32 to 6 within one month in Haryana. Three cases of overcharging of MTP kits were detected while two firms were given notice under Drug and Cosmetics Rules, 1945 for violation of rules. The sale trend of MTP kits has seen a significant decline in 14 districts of the state.

The Additional Chief Secretary emphasized targeting BAMS doctors and unqualified practitioners (quacks) involved in illegal abortions. He directed officials to hold Senior Medical Officers (SMOs) accountable in all Community Health Centres (CHCs), ensuring that no illegal abortions occur within their jurisdictions. It was ordered that SMOs shall hold weekly meetings with Medical Officers and Community Health Officers (CHOs) every Tuesday, while Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) should hold meetings with SMOs every Wednesday to review efforts against illegal abortions and improving the sex ratio. It was also decided to place 686 sub-registrars under the jurisdiction of all 122 Community Health Centres (CHCs) operating across the state to enhance accountability.

Officials were also directed to revalidate the registration data of IVF centres operating across the state and closely monitor their activities to identify any malpractice or illegalities. Strict compliance with established norms will be enforced, with violators facing stringent action. Additionally, more birth registration camps must be organized in villages and slum areas with high migrant populations in order to reach the poorest of poor so that no child born in the state goes unregistered.

The Additional Chief Secretary also ordered to issue a show-cause notice to PO(ICDS)/CDPOs of 3 districts, namely Faridabad, Sonipat and Nuh, for negligence in assigning ASHA or Anganwadi Worker as a SAHELI (companion) to counsel pregnant women.

Further, the Women and Child Development Department was instructed to intensify IEC activities in villages, including holding ‘Lado Panchayats’, ‘Kuan Pujan’ ceremonies, with Deputy Commissioners also felicitating families with newborn girls. These initiatives aim to empower women and girls through community engagement, advocacy and education.

Secretary, Health Department and Mission Director, National Health Mission, Sh. Rippudaman Singh Dhillon, and senior officers of various departments were present in the meeting.

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