Haryana Government forms committee to examine adoption of Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024
Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi to be chairperson of committee
Chandigarh, January 6 – The Haryana Government has constituted a high-level committee to examine the adoption of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024 in the State.
The committee has been constituted by the Environment, Forest and Wildlife Department in compliance with directions issued by the Government of India and as per the provisions of the said Amendment Act. Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi will be chairperson of the committee.
The committee members include the Additional Chief Secretary, Environment, Forest & Wildlife Department; Chairman, Haryana State Pollution Control Board; Additional Chief Secretary, Town & Country Planning and Urban Estates Department; Additional Chief Secretary, Urban Local Bodies Department; Additional Chief Secretary, Irrigation & Water Resources Department; Commissioner & Secretary, Industries & Commerce Department; Director, Environment, Haryana and Special Secretary, Environment, Forest & Wildlife Department; and the Deputy District Attorney, Haryana State Pollution Control Board. The Chief Environmental Engineer, Haryana State Pollution Control Board, Sh. Bhupinder Rinwa will serve as the Convener of the committee.
The committee will examine all aspects related to the adoption of the Amendment Act and submit its recommendations to the State Government.
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India's First Hydrogen Train Set to Run Between Jind and Sonipat in Haryana
Chief Secretary Reviews Uninterrupted Power Supply to Hydrogen Plant
Chandigarh, January 6 - Haryana is set to witness the launch of India's first hydrogen-powered train. Northern Railway's ambitious project, which will operate between Jind and Sonipat, is in its final stages of preparation. A stable and uninterrupted 11 kV power supply has been ensured for the hydrogen plant established in Jind, which will provide fuel for the train during its final commissioning and regular operations.
Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi held a hybrid meeting today with officials from Dakshin Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam (DHBVN) to review the project. The meeting covered detailed discussions on the plant's current power supply status, backup arrangements, and future requirements.
The Chief Secretary directed that regular reviews of the power supply system be conducted to prevent any obstacles to this ambitious project. He emphasized strengthening alternative arrangements and rapid response mechanisms.
The meeting was informed that India's largest hydrogen plant with a storage capacity of 3,000 kilograms has been established in Jind for this hydrogen train project and is now in its final commissioning phase. Since the plant will operate on a 24x7 basis, uninterrupted and quality power supply is essential.
DHBVN officials assured the Chief Secretary that stable power supply is being provided to the plant, with additional monitoring and rapid maintenance arrangements in place as needed. The Northern Railway also expressed satisfaction with the quality of power supply being provided to the plant.
The meeting was attended by DHBVN Managing Director Vikram Yadav via video conferencing, along with Chief Engineer Rajender Sabharwal.
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Healthy citizens are foundation of a strong society and self-reliant nation: CM Nayab Singh Saini
Chief Minister inaugurates Sovaka Lab in Gurugram
Chandigarh, January 6 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that a healthy individual contributes not only to the progress of his family but also to the development of society. Healthy citizens form the foundation of a strong society, a robust economy, and a self-reliant nation. With this vision, the Haryana Government has made modern diagnostic and treatment facilities accessible to the common people. Under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, advanced services such as CT Scan, MRI, haemodialysis, and Cath Lab facilities are being provided across the State.
The Chief Minister was speaking as the Chief Guest at the inauguration ceremony of Sovaka Lab in Gurugram on Tuesday. On the occasion, Chairman of Dr. Lal Path Labs, Padma Shri Brigadier Dr. Arvind Lal, welcomed and felicitated the Chief Minister.
On this occasion, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the Haryana Government is continuously working to improve the healthcare sector. At present, free dialysis facilities are being provided to kidney patients by the State Government. Apart from this, several other healthcare services are also being made available. He said that diagnostic laboratories play an important role in a person’s life, and timely health check-ups can help prevent many serious diseases.
Gurugram emerging as a Medical and Health Hub – Chief Minister
The Chief Minister said Gurugram is moving rapidly on the path of development. The city is establishing a distinct identity as a Medical and Health Hub, and with the establishment of this laboratory, another milestone has been added towards strengthening health security. He said this lab will further enhance the quality of healthcare services. He also called upon the laboratory management to provide special facilities for the poor and needy.
On the occasion, Industry and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh, Gurugram MLA Sh. Mukesh Sharma, Pataudi MLA Smt. Bimla Chaudhary, and others were present.
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Chief Minister launches AI-based Haryana Budget Janbhagidari Portal
Chandigarh, January 6 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today launched the AI-based ‘Haryana Budget Janbhagidari’ Portal during the pre-budget session held in Gurugram, in line with Haryana Vision 2047. Through this portal, citizens will get a direct opportunity to participate in the state’s budget-making process. Suggestions can be submitted on the portal in Haryanvi, Hindi, and English, languages ensuring participation from all sections of society.
The Chief Minister said that this platform reflects the government’s commitment to transparency, citizen participation, and participatory governance. Through this portal, citizens, experts, and stakeholders will be able to connect directly with the government, share practical suggestions, and help make the budget-making process more open, continuous, and dialogue-driven.
Industry and Commerce, Environment, Forest and Wildlife Minister, Rao Narbir Singh, Pataudi MLA, Smt. Bimla Chaudhary, Gurugram MLA, Sh. Mukesh Sharma, Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Sh. Rajesh Khullar, OSD to the Chief Minister, Dr. Raj Nehru, and other senior administrative officers were present on the occasion.
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Haryana will become the growth engine of Developed India–2047 – Chief Minister
Chief Minister attends pre-budget workshop in Gurugram in view of Haryana Vision–2047
State budget will be passed through an innovative approach with focus on six pillars – Nayab Singh Saini
Chandigarh, January 6 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Haryana will prove to be the growth engine of Developed India–2047. To ensure that Haryana’s contribution is useful in the national interest, work is being carried out in a planned manner. Haryana Vision Document–2047 has been prepared through extensive consultation, in-depth study, and participation of experts.
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said this while speaking at the pre-budget workshop organised at the Gurugram University Auditorium in view of Haryana Vision–2047 on Tuesday.
Notably, with the objective of the Haryana Vision 2047 roadmap, the Chief Minister held detailed discussions on every aspect during the pre-budget consultation meeting organised with stakeholders from the industry, health, IT, and education sectors for the financial year 2026–27. Representatives of various organisations associated with industry and manufacturing units shared their suggestions for the upcoming budget.
Industry and Commerce, Environment, Forest and Wildlife Minister, Rao Narbir Singh, Pataudi MLA, Smt. Bimla Chaudhary, Gurugram MLA, Sh. Mukesh Sharma, senior officers also attended the meeting.
Developmental transformation is now visible – Chief Minister
The Chief Minister said that a major developmental transformation has been visible over the past 11 years. Along with positive changes, the government is moving forward in the direction of holistic development. He said that the government has constituted a Department of Future, which will prove effective amid emerging global changes. This type of workshop is being organized with the aim of imparting knowledge and vision.
Roadmap for development prepared based on six strategic themes
The Chief Minister said that departmental plans will have to be linked with a clear vision and focus must be placed more on outcomes than activities. Bringing meaningful improvement in the lives of citizens is the priority of the Haryana government. He informed that as a result of this meaningful brainstorming with stakeholders, the Haryana government will play its role in realizing the dream of Developed India 2047 by focusing on six pillars. He said that the Haryana Vision Document–2047 has been prepared based on six strategic themes. These include finance and security, education, skill development and employability, health and nutrition, agriculture, food security and environmental conservation, infrastructure development, and projects based on regional development and local self-governance. The Chief Minister said that the budget for the financial year 2026–27 will also be fully aligned with all these themes.
Senior officers gave theme-based presentations during pre-budget deliberations
Under the Haryana Vision 2047 roadmap, in the pre-budget deliberation workshop, in-depth discussions were held on various theme spotlights towards making the state developed, inclusive, and self-reliant by the year 2047. In the programme, the presentation related to health and nutrition was given by the Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Medical Education Department, Haryana Government, Sh. Sudhir Rajpal. On the subject of education, skill development and employability, Additional Chief Secretary, Higher and School Education Department, Sh. Vineet Garg shared his views. Similarly, on the subject of regional development and local self-governance, Additional Chief Secretary, Town & Country Planning and Urban Estates Department, Sh. A.K. Singh provided information. On agriculture, allied sectors, food and environment, Principal Secretary, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Department, Sh. Pankaj Agarwal gave a presentation. On the subject of finance and security, Commissioner and Secretary, Finance Department, Sh. Mohammed Shayin gave a presentation and apprised the participants of the details.
On infrastructure development, Commissioner and Secretary, Industry and Commerce Department, Dr. Amit Agrawal elaborated on aspects related to the development of the state’s industrial and basic infrastructure. In the same sequence, a joint presentation was given by Commissioner and Secretary, Development and Panchayat Department, Dr. Saket Kumar.
The pre-budget workshop was attended by NITI Aayog member, Sh.Ramesh Chand, Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Sh. Rajesh Khullar, Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Dr. Sumita Misra, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Sh. Arun Kumar Gupta, OSD to the Chief Minister Dr. Raj Nehru, Chief Advisor, GMDA, Sh. D.S. Dhesi, Vice Chancellor, Gurugram University Professor, Dr. Sanjay Kaushik, Deputy Commissioner, Sh. Ajay Kumar and other dignitaries.
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Haryana Government Announces Early Payment of Salary and Pension for Four Months in 2026
Chandigarh, January 6 – The Haryana Government has issued orders regarding the distribution of salary, allowances, pension, and family pension to its employees, pensioners, and family pensioners during the calendar year 2026. The government has decided that for months where the first day falls on a holiday, salary and pension will be drawn and distributed in advance.
According to the orders issued by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, who also holds additional charge of Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department, the distribution of salary and pension for January will be made on January 30, while for February, this payment will be made on February 27. Similarly, salary and pension for July will be released on July 30, and for October, it will be disbursed on October 30, 2026.
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Statewide Surya Namaskar campaign to be held from January 12 to February 12
Chandigarh, January 6– With the objective of taking yoga to the masses, the Haryana Yoga Aayog has been organising the grand Surya Namaskar festival every year. This year as well, the campaign will be held from January 12, on the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, to February 12, marking the birth anniversary of Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati. In this connection, the Ayush Department is organising training sessions for yoga assistants to ensure effective implementation of the campaign.
Sharing information in this regard, a spokesperson of the Haryana Yoga Aayog said that with the support of the Ayush Department, Haryana has set six world records, including a Guinness Book of World Records achievement, through this campaign over the past four years. The spokesperson said that under the campaign, each district has been given a target of a minimum of one lakh registrations, and directions have been issued to ensure 100 percent participation from all villages.
The spokesperson further informed that departments such as Ayush, Education, Sports, Health, Police, Arya Samaj, along with other institutions and all major departments, will participate in the campaign. Master trainers have been given special training and will ensure the practice of Surya Namaskar in schools, colleges, and yoga centres.
The spokesperson said that under this campaign, Surya Namaskar will be practiced during early morning hours following yogic methods. Every day, six rounds of Surya Namaskar will be practiced in a duration of 10 to 15 minutes. In addition, participants and institutions who practice for six consecutive days and update the details on the website will be provided online certificates. Registration on the official campaign website (http://www.suryanamaskarharyana.in) will be mandatory for all participants.
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Haryana emerging as hub of food security, jobs and innovation: CM Nayab Singh Saini
Haryana will move ahead with better financial management for the upliftment of every section: CM Nayab Singh Saini
Chandigarh, January 6 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said today Haryana is emerging as a focal point of being a food producer, employment generator and a centre of innovation. With collective efforts, Haryana is actively contributing in the national interest, and the state will always remain at the forefront of the development journey.
The Chief Minister was addressing the concluding session of the first day of the Pre-Budget Consultation Session held at Gurugram University on Tuesday.
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Haryana will move forward with better financial management, ensuring effective implementation of schemes for the upliftment of every section of society. He said that the people of Haryana have established a distinct identity—on one hand farmers are serving the nation as food providers, while on the other hand the youth of Haryana are enhancing the pride of the state by standing as vigilant sentinels on the country’s borders. Today, Haryana has also carved a special identity in agriculture, sports and the industrial sector.
The Chief Minister said that when Haryana came into existence on November 1, 1966, several baseless assumptions were made, but the hardworking and strong-willed people of the state, through their dedication, took Haryana to new heights. He said that the suggestions received today regarding the state’s development are highly commendable and useful. Many such suggestions were incorporated in earlier budgets as well, which yielded positive results for the people of the state.
He further said that as Haryana is moving ahead with ‘Vision 2047’, the suggestions of experts and public representatives become even more significant. He said that the presentations made by various departments and officers have brought forward important suggestions related to innovation, employment and knowledge-based development. He expressed confidence that Haryana will progress rapidly in the times to come.
On this occasion, Haryana’s Industry and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh, Pataudi MLA Bimla Chaudhary, Gurugram MLA Mukesh Sharma, Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Rajesh Khullar, OSD to the Chief Minister Dr. Raj Nehru, along with other senior administrative officers, were present.
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Surajkund International Crafts Mela to focus on Viksit Bharat – Atmanirbhar Bharat
Tourism Minister holds discussions with senior tourism department officers
Issues directions while reviewing various tourism projects in the state
Chandigarh, January 6 – The world-famous Surajkund International Crafts Mela, held at the foothills of the Aravallis, will this year focus on the vision of Viksit Bharat – Atmanirbhar Bharat. Known globally as a grand crafts conclave, the fair will attract tourists with the finest and most unique artisans, artworks, and performances from across the country, while promoting Indian culture and indigenous traditions. In the 39th edition of the International Crafts Mela, special cultural nights will be organised with performances by Haryanvi artists to promote regional culture and art.
Heritage and Tourism Minister, Dr. Arvind Sharma held a review meeting with the Director, Tourism Department, Sh. Parth Gupta, General Manager, Ms. Mamta Sharma, and senior officers here today.
During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on preparations for the 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela, scheduled to be held from January 31 to February 15, as well as on various tourism development projects underway across the state. The Minister also sought feedback on the implementation of Chief Minister’s announcements and budget declarations related to the department.
Director, Tourism Department, Sh.Parth Gupta informed that work on all arrangements for the fair is progressing at a fast pace. Keeping in view the continuously increasing number of visitors to the mela, 60 percent of the civil work has been completed and will be finished by January 20. Necessary arrangements are also being made for parking, security, public amenities, and internet connectivity.
Tourism Minister, Dr. Arvind Sharma directed that, to ensure smooth movement of tourists to the mela venue, coordination should be established with the Transport Department to fix bus routes from the Inter-state Bus Terminal at Kashmiri Gate, Gurugram, Palwal, Faridabad, Sonipat, Panipat, and other districts. This will help ensure convenience for the general public visiting the fair. He also emphasised extensive promotion of mela-related activities through media, social media, and influencers so that the event can be made more successful than last year.
The Tourism Minister also discussed various tourism projects with departmental officers. Director, Sh. Parth Gupta informed that tenders worth Rs. 92 crore have already been floated under the Swadesh Darshan Scheme for the development of Tikkar Taal, Morni, and Yadavindra Garden, Pinjore. Discussions were also held on developing five tourist complexes under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode and the proposed ropeway project at Dhosi Hill.
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Online applications invited under Post Matric Scholarship Scheme and PM-YASASVI Component–II
Chandigarh, January 6 – The Haryana Government has invited online applications for the Post Matric Scholarship Scheme for Scheduled Caste students and under PM-YASASVI Component–II for students belonging to Other Backward Classes and Denotified Tribes for availing benefits during the academic session 2025–26.
A spokesperson of the Haryana Department of Social Justice, Empowerment, Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes and Antyodaya, while sharing detailed information, said that applicants must belong to the Scheduled Caste category for PMS-SC and to the Other Backward Class or Denotified Tribe category for PM-YASASVI Component–II. To be eligible for the schemes, the annual family income of the student should not exceed Rs. 2.50 lakh, and the applicant must be a domicile of Haryana.
The spokesperson further informed that eligible students can apply for the academic session 2025–26 through the National Scholarship Portal at http://scholarships.gov.in up to February 28, 2028. Additional details related to the schemes are available on the department’s website www.haryanascbc.gov.in
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Healthy citizens are foundation of a strong society and self-reliant nation: CM Nayab Singh Saini
Chief Minister inaugurates Sovaka Lab in Gurugram
Chandigarh, January 6 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that a healthy individual contributes not only to the progress of his family but also to the development of society. Healthy citizens form the foundation of a strong society, a robust economy, and a self-reliant nation. With this vision, the Haryana Government has made modern diagnostic and treatment facilities accessible to the common people. Under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, advanced services such as CT Scan, MRI, haemodialysis, and Cath Lab facilities are being provided across the State.
The Chief Minister was speaking as the Chief Guest at the inauguration ceremony of Sovaka Lab in Gurugram on Tuesday. On the occasion, Chairman of Dr. Lal Path Labs, Padma Shri Brigadier Dr. Arvind Lal, welcomed and felicitated the Chief Minister.
On this occasion, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the Haryana Government is continuously working to improve the healthcare sector. At present, free dialysis facilities are being provided to kidney patients by the State Government. Apart from this, several other healthcare services are also being made available. He said that diagnostic laboratories play an important role in a person’s life, and timely health check-ups can help prevent many serious diseases.
Gurugram emerging as a Medical and Health Hub – Chief Minister
The Chief Minister said Gurugram is moving rapidly on the path of development. The city is establishing a distinct identity as a Medical and Health Hub, and with the establishment of this laboratory, another milestone has been added towards strengthening health security. He said this lab will further enhance the quality of healthcare services. He also called upon the laboratory management to provide special facilities for the poor and needy.
On the occasion, Industry and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh, Gurugram MLA Sh. Mukesh Sharma, Pataudi MLA Smt. Bimla Chaudhary, and others were present.
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Financial assistance of up to Rs. 2 crore for farmers to invest in community agricultural assets: Maninder Kaur Dwivedi
Regional conference of states' AI Fund and FPOs organised
AI Fund: a Unique and Ambitious Scheme for Farmers
Haryana and Punjab utilised AI fund as per targets
Chandigarh, January 6 – Additional Director, Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, Dr. Maninder Kaur Dwivedi said that under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF), farmers are provided financial assistance of up to Rs. 2 crore for investment in post-harvest management infrastructure and community agricultural assets. Under this scheme, Farmer Producer Organisations, farmers, Self Help Groups and cooperative federations are provided long-term easy financing for more than 25 types of projects, including warehouses, cold storage units, sorting and grading units, processing facilities, and automation in farming and crop production.
Dr. Maninder Kaur Dwivedi was addressing the regional conference of Agriculture Infrastructure Fund and Farmer Producer Organisations of eight states, organised by the Haryana Agriculture Department in Chandigarh. Farmers, Farmer Producer Organisations, and bankers from 8 states including Jammu & Kashmir, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Ladakh, and Haryana participated in the conference.
The Additional Director said that the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) is a unique and ambitious scheme for farmers, through which better infrastructure has been developed across the country. This scheme has helped farmers become economically empowered, and its positive results are clearly visible. She said that the Central Government introduced the AI Fund to make farmers prosperous and happy. Under this scheme, support is provided from post-harvest crop management to safe storage and marketing, ensuring better returns for farmers. She added that the biggest advantage of this scheme is the creation of a value chain from villages to cities, so that even the smallest farmer at the grassroots level benefits.
She further said that through the AI Fund, loans are being provided to nearly 12–13 crore farmers across the country at interest rates of up to 9 percent. In addition, the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) has been implemented for aspirational districts by the Central Government. One district from each state has been selected under this scheme, and it is being implemented in one district each of Haryana and Punjab, benefiting farmers. Praising Haryana and Punjab, she said that both states have utilised the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund as per the targets and have benefited the maximum number of farmers. She also congratulated the officers of the Agriculture Department for their efforts.
Addressing the conference, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Government of India, Sh. Anbalagan P. said that since the implementation of the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund five years ago, crops worth crores of rupees have been saved from post-harvest losses. He said that if crops are stored safely for a few days after harvesting, farmers can get several times higher prices. Therefore, farmers should definitely connect with this scheme to protect their produce.
State Project Coordinator, Haryana Agriculture Department, Sh. Chandra Mohan Dhiman said that under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund, Rs.4,334 crore has been disbursed so far against the target of Rs. 4,850 crore, and 9,204 farmer projects have been approved. He said that special focus has been laid on crop diversification and the establishment of 3,095 Custom Hiring Centres in the state. He added that this scheme has opened new doors of prosperity for farmers in Haryana. He cited successful examples such as a potato seed plant in Bhodhi village of Kurukshetra, crop residue management projects in Nathusari of Sirsa, a solar plant at a mustard oil mill in Narnaul, and the Guru Drone plant at Taraori in Karnal.
During the regional conference, bankers and institutions were honoured with mementos for successful implementation of the AI Fund for farmers, best performance by states, and commendable work under the Outreach Programme. State Bank of India secured first position at the regional level by approving 11,250 projects and disbursing Rs. 2,420 crore. Punjab National Bank secured second position by approving 3,847 projects and disbursing Rs. 1,151 crore, while Bank of India secured third position by approving 4,559 projects and disbursing Rs. 1,014 crore.
In the category of Regional Rural Banks, Haryana Gramin Bank secured first position by approving 799 projects worth Rs. 168 crore, Punjab Gramin Bank secured second position by approving 1,589 projects worth Rs. 158 crore, and Uttar Pradesh Gramin Bank secured third position by approving 1,280 projects worth Rs. 155 crore. Private sector banks including HDFC Bank, Jammu & Kashmir Bank, and IDBI Bank were also appreciated for their commendable work. Banks approving projects through geo-tagging were also honoured.
At the state level, Punjab secured first position by approving 17,117 projects and disbursing Rs. 3,114 crore, Uttar Pradesh secured second position by approving 7,683 projects and disbursing Rs. 2,563 crore, while Haryana secured third position by approving 5,694 projects and disbursing Rs. 1,648 crore under the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund.
Director General, Directorate of Horticulture, Haryana, Sh. Ranbir Singh, Director, Horticulture Department, Punjab, Smt. Shailender Kaur along with several senior officers, also addressed the regional conference.