*Punjab Govt approves ₹52 crore comprehensive flood protection plan for Sutlej & Swan rivers belt: Harjot Singh Bains*
*Over 11,000-foot revetments to safeguard vulnerable villages in Sri Anandpur Sahib constituency: Harjot Singh Bains*
*Works worth ₹52 crore tendered, ₹30 crore more in pipeline for flood protection projects: Harjot Singh Bains*
*Safety of our people is non-negotiable, robust long-term flood protections underway before monsoon: Harjot Singh Bains*
*Major revetment works sanctioned for Dasgrain, Harsa Bela, Mehndli Kalan, Agampur and Lodhipur villages: Harjot Singh Bains*
CHANDIGARH, February 14:Punjab Education and Information & Public Relations Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Friday announced a comprehensive flood protection plan worth ₹52 crore for villages situated along the banks of the Sutlej and Swan rivers in Sri Anandpur Sahib constituency, stating that the Punjab Government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has fast-tracked permanent solutions for areas historically affected during the monsoon season.
Sharing details of the ambitious plan, Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said, “In a major relief for residents living along the banks of the Sutlej and Swan rivers in Sri Anandpur Sahib constituency, the Punjab Government has announced a comprehensive flood protection plan worth ₹52 crore to permanently secure several vulnerable villages that have historically faced the brunt of floods during monsoon season.”
The Punjab Minister further stated, “The Bhagwant Mann government has expedited major flood protection infrastructure projects in the region. Works worth ₹52 crore have already been tendered and commenced, with physical construction set to gather pace within a fortnight. Additionally, the projects estimated at ₹30 crore are in the pipeline.”
Emphasising the urgency of the initiative, he said, “The safety of our people is non-negotiable. Last year’s floods taught us a hard lesson. We are building robust, long-term protections.”
Detailing the village-wise projects, Minister Harjot Singh Bains stated, “Dasgrain and Mahain villages will get a ₹1 crore revetment. Harsa Bela village, which saw successful ₹4.5 crore flood protection work last year, will receive ₹9 crore for construction of a 2,200-foot-long revetment with upgraded design specifications.”
He added, “Mehndli Kalan village will get a new 1,800-foot-long revetment costing over ₹8.75 crore at the site where I personally served during last year’s rescue operations. Agampur village will see a massive 3,200-foot-long revetment worth ₹12 crore to safeguard the village and the bridge approaches.”
Continuing with further details, he said, “A 700-foot-long revetment will be constructed with ₹7 crore at Burj village. Similarly, a 700-foot-long revetment with ₹3.5 crore will be constructed at Ajauli village, while Lodhipur village will be protected with a 2,000-foot-long revetment worth ₹9 crore.”
He also informed, “In addition to these major sites, flood protection works are also underway or approved for Bhalan, Triveni Mandir, Nangran and other villages.”
Highlighting the scale of the initiative, Minister Harjot Singh Bains noted, “The projects entail construction of revetments spanning over 11,000-foot. We have already completed significant groundwork and are committed to expanding this further based on local demands.”
Reassuring residents ahead of the monsoon season, Minister Harjot Singh Bains stated, “I am personally monitoring the progress of these projects and I am determined to ensure foolproof flood protection works before the commencement of this monsoon.”
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*Masol Govt School transformed from shambles to model institution under Punjab Sikhya Kranti: Harjot Singh Bains*
*•School once in headlines for dilapidated condition now stands as symbol of education revival: Harjot Singh Bains*
*•From broken classrooms to improved academic performance, Masol school reflects CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Govt’s commitment: Harjot Singh Bains*
*•Neighbouring villages now visit Masol to witness remarkable school transformation: Harjot Singh Bains*
*•Punjab Govt committed to ensuring quality education in every govt school: Harjot Singh Bains*
CHANDIGARH, February 14:Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains today highlighted the remarkable transformation of the Government School in Masol village, located barely 20 minutes from the Punjab Civil Secretariat-1 in Chandigarh, stating that the institution now stands as a powerful testament to the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government’s commitment to revitalising public education under the “Punjab Sikhya Kranti”.
Recalling his visit to the school nearly two years ago, Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said, “When I visited the Government School in Masol village about two years ago, the condition of the school was deeply distressing. The building was in shambles, classrooms were broken, and students were struggling even with basic reading and writing skills. Masol village had remained in the headlines across newspapers and television channels because of the deplorable state of its Government School.”
The Education Minister further stated, “I personally visited the school at that time, becoming the first Education Minister to do so. What I witnessed was deeply painful. It was not just the infrastructure that required rebuilding, the confidence of the students and the community had to be restored.”
Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains said that after assessing the situation, he had vowed to transform the school into a model institution. “Following my visit, the School Education Department initiated comprehensive development works under the Punjab Sikhya Kranti campaign. Today, the school has been completely transformed with a new building, improved classrooms, better facilities and a conducive learning environment.”
Highlighting the academic progress, he said, “The academic performance of students has improved significantly, reflecting the positive outcomes of focused interventions. The school today stands as a shining example of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann-led Punjab Government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening the public education system.”
He added, “Neighbouring villages, which once expressed concern over the condition of the school, now visit Masol to witness its transformation with admiration.”
Reaffirming the government’s resolve, Minister Harjot Singh Bains said, “Punjab Sikhya Kranti is a holistic movement aimed at boosting academics, modernising infrastructure and reviving faith in public education. The Punjab Government will continue to ensure that every child studying in a government school receives quality education in a dignified and empowering environment.”