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Mann Government Strengthens Anganwadi Services with Pro-People Reforms: Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, July 31: Under the leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government is committed to strengthening Anganwadi services by making them more robust, empowered, and people-centric. In a major move towards this goal, the government will complete the recruitment process for over 5,000 vacant posts of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers by September 30, 2025. This was announced by Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur, who stated that a special schedule has been issued for promotions, transfers/adjustments, and compassionate appointments for Anganwadi staff between July 23 and August 15. She further informed that the department will process appointments for dependents of deceased Anganwadi Workers from August 1 to August 8, w...

Jul302025 by editorNo Comments

Lives of Child Beggars Being Transformed in Punjab – Project JEEVANJYOT 2.0 Shows Tangible Impact: Dr. Baljit Kaur

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Chandigarh, July 30: The Punjab Government’s Project JEEVANJYOT 2.0 is making visible strides in transforming the lives of child beggars—shifting them from a life of vulnerability on the streets to a future of education, safety, and self-reliance. This was stated by Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister Dr. Baljit Kaur. Providing details, the Minister informed that a total of 245 special rescue raids have been conducted across the state so far, leading to the rescue of 214 child beggars, out of which 106 children have been successfully reunited with their families. These outcomes reflect the Punjab Government’s firm commitment to eradicating child begging. Dr. Kaur said that in the latest round of action, 16 special raids were carried out across 16 districts, durin...

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Punjab Govt Holds High-Level Meeting regarding 350th Martyrdom Day of 9th Sikh Guru, Shri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji

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Chandigarh/ Sri Anandpur Sahib, July 30: Punjab government has decided to organize four religious yatras and major events on the occasion of the 350th martyrdom day of the Sri Guru Teg Bahadur Ji. Punjab Cabinet Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains, Cabinet Minister S. Harbhajan Singh ETO, Cabinet Minister S. Tarunpreet Singh Sond and Advisor of Punjab Tourism and Cultural Affairs department Mr. Deepak Bali, who attended the first meeting held at Virasat-e-Khalsa today, gave detailed information about the outline of the religious ceremonies to be held. Advisor of the Tourism Department Mr. Deepak Bali and Secretary of the Tourism Department Dr. Abhinav Tarikha were also present with them. They gave detailed information about the entire program to the officers of the district administrat...

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’YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: ON DAY 151, PUNJAB POLICE CONDUCTS RAIDS AT 312 SITES; 81 DRUG SMUGGLERS HELD

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CHANDIGARH, July 30: Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 151st day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 312 locations on Wednesday leading to the arrest of 81 drug smugglers after registration of 61 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 23,942 in 151 days. The raids have resulted in recovery of 337 grams heroin, 154 kg poppy husk and Rs 7490 drug money from the possession of arrested drug smugglers. The operation was cond...

Jul292025 by editorNo Comments

Mohinder Bhagat Directs Officers to Accelerate Construction Work of War Memorials Across State

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Chandigarh, July 29: Punjab Government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann is consistently working for the welfare of ex-servicemen and their families. Taking a step forward in this direction, Defence Services Welfare Minister Mohinder Bhagat has directed officiers to accelerate the construction work of war memorials across the state. Presiding over a review meeting with senior officers of Defence Services Welfare Department at Punjab Civil Secretariat, Mohinder Bhagat said that the Punjab Government is committed to improving the living standard of ex-servicemen and their dependents. He emphasized that all welfare schemes being run for the benefit of ex-servicemen and their families must be implemented effectively. During the meeting, Director of the Department, Brig. Bhupin...

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MANN GOVT COMPLETES ARRANGEMENTS WORTH RS.276-CR TO COMBAT POTENTIAL FLOODS: BARINDER KUMAR GOYAL

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Chandigarh, July 29: Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann-led government has completed the cleaning of the state's drainage systems and strengthened embankments to tackle any kind of flood-like situation, stated Punjab Water Resources Minister Sh. Barinder Kumar Goyal while addressing media persons here at Punjab Bhawan today. After reviewing the arrangements made by the Water Resources Department to deal with any potential floods during the high level meeting, Sh. Goyal informed the journalists that the state government has completed 1220 projects worth Rs.276 crore to tackle potential flood situations. These projects include river revetment work, installation of studs, strengthening operations and desilting/cleaning of drains. He said that additionally, 600 check dams have been co...

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Jasvir Singh Garhi returns from his New Zealand visit

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Chandigarh, July 29: Punjab State Scheduled Castes Commission Chairman Sardar Jasvir Singh Garhi returned home today after his 27-day visit to New Zealand. Sardar Garhi will hear public grievances at the Punjab Civil Secretariat, Sector 1, Chandigarh, on July 30, 2025. During his New Zealand tour, Jasvir Singh Garhi visited several regions across the country. He met members of the Punjabi community living in Auckland and Hamilton, and also held meetings with National Party Member of Parliament Cameron Brown and Senior Opposition Member of Parliament Phil Tifford, where he shared the issues faced by the Punjabi community.

Jul282025 by editorNo Comments

CM HANDS CHEQUE WORTH RS 1 CRORE TO THE FAMILY MEMBERS OF MARTYR ASI DHANWANT SINGH

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Khatkar Kalan (SBS Nagar), July 28: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday handed over the cheque worth Rs 1 crore to the family members of ASI Dhanwant Singh who had attained martyrdom during the call of duty. The Chief Minister handed over the cheque to the distressed family of martyr ASI Dhanwant Singh as a mark of respect for his services for the country. He said ASI Dhanwant Singh had attained martyrdom on January 18, 2025 while performing his duty at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this humble initiative of the state government is in recognition of the immense contribution of this son of soil towards maintaining law and order in the state. Reiterating the firm commitment of the state government to help the families of the soldiers who s...

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YUDH NASHIAN VIRUDH’: ON DAY 149, PUNJAB POLICE CONDUCTS RAIDS AT 381 SITES; 80 DRUG SMUGGLERS HELD

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CHANDIGARH, July 28: Continuing the war against drugs “Yudh Nashian Virudh” waged by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann to eradicate drug menace from state consecutively for the 149th day, Punjab Police conducted raids at 381 locations on Monday leading to the arrest of 80 drug smugglers after registration of 57 first information reports (FIRs) across the state. With this, the number of total drug smugglers arrested has reached to 23,726 in 149 days. The raids have resulted in recovery of 255 grams heroin, 1218 intoxicant tablets/pills/injections and Rs 10,760 drug money from the possession of arrested drug smugglers. ...

Jul282025 by editorNo Comments

Shaheed-e-Azam Sardar Bhagat Singh Heritage Complex will go a long way in perpetuating legacy of iconic martyr: CM

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Khatkar Kalan (SBS Nagar), July 28 : Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday laid the foundation stone of the Shaheed-e-Azam Sardar Bhagat Singh Heritage Complex, which will be constructed at a cost of ₹51.70 crore as a humble tribute to Shaheed-e-Azam. Paying heartfelt floral tributes to the legendary martyr, the Chief Minister said that Shaheed-e-Azam sacrificed his life to liberate India from the chains of foreign imperialism. Bhagwant Singh Mann stated that the project will be completed within nine months and will serve as a source of inspiration for future generations to serve the country selflessly. He added that this significant initiative aims to preserve and promote the unparalleled legacy of this great son of the soil. The Chief Minister emphasized that the c...