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Land Pooling Scheme: Farmers to Receive ₹1 Lakh Annually from Punjab Government – CM

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Chandigarh, July 22: In a major decision under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, the Punjab Cabinet on Tuesday approved several farmer-friendly amendments to the Land Pooling Policy-2025. The most significant highlight of these amendments is that farmers will now receive an annual livelihood allowance of ₹1 lakh until their land is developed — a fivefold increase compared to the ₹20,000 given by previous governments. The government has also assured long-term support by announcing a 10% annual increment in this ₹1 lakh amount. To ensure faster and more transparent processes, the government will now issue a Letter of Intent (LOI) to farmers within 21 days. For the convenience of farmers, the LOI can be sold or used to obtain loans. Furthermore, until dev...

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DAY 143 OF YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH: 103 DRUG SMUGGLERS HELD WITH 544-GRAMS HEROIN

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CHANDIGARH, July 22: With the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged on the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state completed 143 days, Punjab Police on Tuesday arrested 103 drug smugglers and recovered 544 grams heroin and Rs 11,860 drug money from their possession. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 22,987 in just 143 days. The operation was conducted on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav simultaneously in all 28 Police districts of the state. Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commiss...

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137 Children Rescued from Begging in Just 6 Days– Mann Government’s Drive Showing Strong Results: Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, July 22: Under the dynamic leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government’s commitment to eradicating child begging is producing visible results through the ongoing Jeevan Jyot Project 2.0. within just six days 137 children have been rescued from begging across the State. This was expressed by the Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur. Sharing further details, the Minister said that 19 rescue operations were conducted across 16 districts today, during which 20 children engaged in begging were rescued. Highlighting the growing success of the initiative, Dr. Baljit Kaur stated that the strong and systematic ground-level implementation of the campaign has led to a remarkable outcome – at several locations, no chi...

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Mohinder Bhagat directs officers to expedite recruitment process for 111 HDOs

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Chandigarh, July 22: The Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is making determined efforts to expand horticulture across the state and enhance the income of farmers. In this regard, Horticulture Minister Mr. Mohinder Bhagat today held a meeting with senior officials of the Horticulture Department at the Punjab Civil Secretariat, Chandigarh. During the meeting, the Minister reviewed ongoing departmental activities and directed the officers to accelerate the recruitment process for 111 Horticulture Development Officers (HDOs). Sharing further details, the Minister said that the recruitment of these officers is aimed at providing better technical guidance to farmers, encouraging crop diversification, and promoting sustainable farming practices. Earlier, Di...

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Dr. Ambedkar Scholarship Portal to Reopen Soon for 2025-26 — Target to Benefit 2.70 Lakh Students: Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, July 22: Under the able leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is actively working towards the upliftment of all sections of society. In particular, the government is making dedicated efforts to bring Scheduled Caste (SC) students into the mainstream through educational empowerment. This was stated by Dr. Baljit Kaur, Minister for Social Justice, Empowerment and Minorities. Dr. Baljit Kaur announced that the Dr. Ambedkar Post-Matric Scholarship Portal is being opened for the academic year 2025-26 to facilitate the process of providing financial assistance to Scheduled Caste students. Eligible students will soon be able to submit their applications online through the portal. The Minister informed that the government has set a target t...

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NABARD PLAYED PIVOTAL ROLE IN FOSTERING GROWTH OF PUNJAB’S AGRARIAN ECONOMY: CHEEMA

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Chandigarh, July 22 Punjab Finance, Planning, Excise and Taxation Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema on Tuesday lauded the significant contributions of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) in fostering the growth of Punjab's agrarian economy. Speaking at an event organised to celebrate NABARD's 44th Foundation Day, Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema emphasised the institution's crucial role in empowering the state's farmers and strengthening its cooperative banking network. He specifically highlighted the low-interest-rate loans provided by NABARD to cooperative banks and societies. He said that these accessible financial resources enable these institutions to, in turn, offer affordable credit to farmers, a cornerstone of agricultural development in t...

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GURMEET SINGH KHUDIAN HANDS OVER JOB LETTERS TO 8 YOUTH IN ANIMAL HUSBANDRY DEPT

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Chandigarh, July 22: Punjab Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Fisheries Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, on Tuesday, handed over appointment letters to five Veterinary Inspectors, two stenographer-cum-typist and one Enumerator here at his office, taking the total number of recruitments in the department to 942 since March 2022. Notably, 326 Veterinary Officers, 545 Veterinary Inspectors and 63 group C posts have been filled since the Aam Aadmi Party led Punjab Government came into power in the state. Congratulating the newly appointed officials, S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian implored them to serve the people of Punjab with diligence and full dedication reiterating, honesty and seamless service delivery, as the top priority of the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab...

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Will Ensure Exemplary Punishment for Those Behind Threat Emails to Sri Harmandir Sahib: Vows CM

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Amritsar, July 22 : Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday vowed to ensure exemplary punishment for the perpetrators behind the unpardonable crime of sending threatening emails related to Sri Harmandir Sahib. “People from across the globe visit this sacred place and pray for the progress and security of their families and friends. How can we allow anyone to issue threats to this holy place?” said the Chief Minister after paying obeisance at Sri Harmandir Sahib. The Chief Minister stated that the state government is thoroughly investigating the matter and has obtained vital clues. He assured that the case would be resolved soon, as the police have already identified the culprits. Scientific verification is underway, and details will be shared upon its completion, adde...

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CM ANNOUNCES SERIES OF EVENTS TO COMMEMORATE THE 350TH MARTYRDOM DAY OF SRI GURU TEG BAHADUR JI

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Chandigarh, July 21: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday finalised the series of events to be organised by the state government for commemorating the 350th martyrdom day of ninth Sikh Master Sri Guru Teg Bahadur ji across the state. Chairing a meeting to review the arrangements for the event, the Chief Minister said that on the historic occasion of the 350th Martyrdom Day of the ‘Hind Di Chadar’ (Protector of India), Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Ji, the Punjab Government will organize grand and historic events. He said that from November 19 to November 25, 2025, a series of events will be organized with deep reverence and respect across the state. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these historic events will primarily take place on the sacred land of Sri Anandpur Sahib under the...

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FARMERS WILL GET RS 1 LAKH PER YEAR TILL THEY GET THE PLOT: HARDEEP MUNDIAN

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Chandigarh, July 21: Every pro-people decision taken by the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann-led government is being implemented with public consultation. As part of this approach, Housing and Urban Development Minister S. Hardeep Singh Mundian held deliberations with residents of 164 villages covered under the Land Pooling Scheme, here at Municipal Bhawan, to gather their feedback and address concerns related to the scheme. Later, during the press conference at Punjab Bhawan, S. Hardeep Singh Mundian provided details of the discussions with villagers and informed that queries raised by people were addressed on the spot, which left the villagers completely satisfied. Explaining the policy features in response to people's questions, the Cabinet Minister said that from the d...