“Politics is a Medium of Service, Not a Means to Enjoy Comforts” – Haryana Energy, Transport & Labour Minister Anil Vij

“For the Bharatiya Janata Party, service is not a new concept—every member learns about service right from the time they join the party” – Anil Vij

“From September 17 to October 2, an intensive service campaign will be conducted” – Vij

Chandigarh, September 9: Haryana’s Energy, Transport and Labour Minister, Sh. Anil Vij today emphasized that politics must be seen as a medium of service and not as a path to personal comfort or luxury. He said that “For the Bharatiya Janata Party, service is not a new domain. Just as a child is given a sweet when born, similarly, upon entering the BJP, one is taught the importance of service.”

Speaking to media persons in Panchkula, Sh. Vij said that Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s birthday will be celebrated on September 17, and from that day until October 2—the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi—the party will undertake an intensive service campaign. He explained that the party will meet collectively to decide how best to organize different service-oriented activities during this period.

Sh. Vij said that the scope of service is vast, ranging from organizing blood donation camps, to tree plantation drives and related to education. Giving an example, he said that “Just as candles are lit on a birthday cake to mark the years, in the same way, keeping in mind the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Modi, service activities will be designed around the number 75.”

Responding to a question about symbolic activities such as planting 75 saplings or organizing events based on the number 75, Sh. Vij said that “This is a very good idea. Prime Minister Modi is not only the leader of our nation but has also become a global brand. Therefore, in celebrating his birthday, the figure 75 will be the guiding benchmark, and all activities will be aligned with it, he said.”

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“From Municipal Councillors to the Chief Minister and the Prime Minister – Everyone is on the Ground to Support Flood Affected people” – Haryana Energy, Transport & Labour Minister Anil Vij

“Prime Minister Narendra Modi is always connected with the people and shares in their joys and sorrows” – Anil Vij

“I would urge the opposition to help flood-affected people in whatever way they wish, instead of playing politics” – Vij

Chandigarh, September 9: Haryana’s Energy, Transport & Labour Minister, Sh. Anil Vij, today said that “from municipal councillors to the Chief Minister and up to the Prime Minister, all are actively on the ground to support and assist those affected by floods.”

Responding to media questions regarding Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s visit to flood-affected regions in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh, Sh. Vij said that “The Prime Minister has always stayed connected with the people and shares in their joys and sorrows. This time, natural disasters have struck with greater intensity, particularly with frequent cloudburst incidents. When rainfall exceeds 100 mm in a single minute, it is classified as a cloudburst, and such heavy rain in the hills has flowed into the plains, worsening the flood situation.”

He further explained that both immediate relief and long-term solutions are being prioritized. He said that “Right now, our foremost focus is on providing drinking water, food supplies, and draining out floodwater. At the same time, planning is underway for permanent measures to mitigate such crises in the future. While suggesting the opposition, Sh. Vij said that “At a time of disaster, politics should be set aside. I would only urge the opposition to come forward and help flood-affected people in whatever way they wish.”

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Permanent Water Disposal System Planned for Ambala Cantonment Industrial Area: Water Disposal Tank, Large Pipelines & High-Power Pumps to be Installed – Energy Minister Anil Vij

Public Health Enginerrring Department and HSIIDC directed to prepare a detailed project report – Vij

Rs. 30 lakh sanctioned from Minister Anil Vij’s discretionary fund for streetlights on boundary wall to prevent thefts in industrial area

SP instructed to deploy police force until water drainage is completed – Vij

Chandigarh, September 9: Haryana’s Energy, Transport & Labour Minister, Sh. Anil Vij, today said that a comprehensive plan to establish a permanent water disposal system in Ambala Cantonment Industrial Area. He directed officers to construct a water disposal tank, install large pipelines and establish high-power pumps to ensure rainwater is safely discharged into the Tangri River.

Sh. Vij said the project is expected to cost around Rs. 50 crore, and has instructed the Public Health Engineering Department and Haryana State Industrial & Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) to prepare a detailed project report at the earliest. He issued these directions while inspecting ongoing water drainage arrangements in the industrial area today.

Highlighting concerns raised by local enterpreneurs, Sh. Vij said that “Enterpreneurs informed me about the rising threat of thefts around the boundary wall. To enhance security, I have allocated Rs.30 lakh from my discretionary fund for the installation of streetlights around the area. I have also advised the Industrial Area Association to install CCTV cameras along the boundary wall for complete safety of goods.”

“Industrial Area is Our Lifeline” – Vij

Sh. Vij stressed that the Ambala Cantonment Industrial Area is a lifeline for the region, providing employment to thousands through manufacturing and production. He informed that he has been visiting the industrial area for the past three days to oversee drainage efforts and expressed confidence that the water would be cleared completely by tomorrow evening.Business representatives acknowledged that, following the arrangements made yesterday on Minister Vij’s instructions – including the establishment of pump sets – significant drainage progress had been achieved within 24 hours, with water levels now receding.

On complaints of increased theft incidents in recent days, Sh. Vij immediately directed the Ambala Superintendent of Police to deploy police personnel in the area until the situation stabilizes. He added that the police force must remain stationed permanently until drainage and safety are fully restored. Instructions were also issued on-site to the Ambala Cantt DSP and Mahesh Nagar SHO to ensure strict patrolling and surveillance across the industrial area.
The inspection was attended by several industrialists including Subhash Dhiman, Subhash Mittal, Sanjeev Ahuja, Kapil Verma, Akhil Gupta, Michelle Dhiman, and Meenal Joshi, along with senior officials – Harbhajan Singh (XEN, Public Health), Baldev (XEN, HSIIDC), Devender Narwal (EO, Municipal Council), Munish Bhardwaj (SE, Irrigation Department), and Ramesh Kumar (DSP, Ambala Cantt), among others.