Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini flagged off a ‘Tiranga Yatra’ from Sant Kabir Kutir, Chandigarh, which will travel through Punjab and reach Kashmir’s historic Lal Chowk. The yatra, organised by the Media Student Association, aims to foster unity, promote respect for the national flag and strengthen bonds of brotherhood across the country. The yatra will culminate on August 18.
The Chief Minister also paid floral tributes to the portrait of ‘Bharat Mata’. Speaking on the occasion, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini congratulated the office-bearers and members of the association, especially more than 100 girl students participating in the march. “This entire yatra is being led and managed by girl students. When our daughters take the lead in any campaign, it gains sensitivity, determination and resolve manifold. This journey showcases not only the strength and courage of Haryana’s daughters but also represents the power of women across the nation. I wish all the girls a bright future ahead,” he said.
The Chief Minister said under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, constant efforts are being made for women empowerment in the last 11 years by the government. He also mentioned that the recent ‘Operation Sindoor’ was a testament to India’s resolve to protect its sovereignty. India’s two daughters, Wing Commander Vyomika Singh and Colonel Sophia Qureshi, led from the front and informed the nation about ‘Operation Sindoor with courage and pride, he added.
He said it is the firm resolve of Prime Minister Narendra Modi that anyone who dares to harm India will be met with a fitting response from our brave soldiers. Today’s India is a ‘Naya Bharat’—strong, self-reliant and moving forward at a rapid pace under the Prime Minister’s leadership.
Highlighting the significance of the Tricolour, the Chief Minister said the ‘Tiranga’ is in our hearts, in our actions, and it is our pride. It is a priceless legacy of sacrifice and patriotism from our ancestors. He further said that after three days, the nation will celebrate Independence Day on August 15 with great enthusiasm and patriotic spirit, and extended his heartfelt wishes to everyone for Independence Day.
The event echoed with patriotic chants of ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’, ‘Vande Mataram’, and ‘Jai Hind’.
OSD to Chief Minister, Bharat Bhushan Bharti, members of the Media Student Association and other senior officials were present on the occasion.
Infrastructure boost in Haryana as HPWPC approves projects worth Rs. 523 crore
Faridabad to get Rs.58 crore 45 MLD STP and Tertiary Treatment Plant; Rs. 25 crore sanctioned for Water Supply Project
Rs.104.95 crore approved for Master Storm Water Drain in Gurugram Sectors 76–80
Rs.48 crore to be spent on repair of Manesar–Palwal stretch of KMP expressway
CM directs timely completion of projects
In a significant move to strengthen public infrastructure and enhance basic amenities, the High Powered Works Purchase Committee (HPWPC) meeting chaired by Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini held on late Monday evening approved key projects worth Rs. 523 crore.The sanctioned works will give a major boost to water supply, sanitation, industrial infrastructure, traffic facilities, and overall industrial development in the state.
Transport Minister, Anil Vij, Education Minister, Mahipal Dhanda, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister, Shyam Singh Rana, Public Works (Building & Roads) Minister, Ranbir Gangwa, and Women and Child Development Minister, Smt. Shruti Choudhry. Negotiations with various bidders during the meeting resulted in cost savings of around Rs. 13 crore.
Approval was granted for the construction of a 45 MLD capacity Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and Tertiary Treatment Unit at Badshahpur, Faridabad, with an estimated cost of Rs. 58 crore. This project will strengthen sanitation and water recycling efforts in urban areas.
To ensure smooth water supply, approval was also given for a contract to operate and maintain the Master Ranney Well Line. This includes maintenance and repair of 22 ranney wells, 160 tube wells, pumping machinery, electrical equipment, and other necessary infrastructure, costing approximately Rs. 25 crore.
For effective rainwater drainage, Rs. 104.95 crore was approved for constructing the Master Storm Water Drain in the new sectors 76–80 of Gurugram. Additionally, Rs. 48 crore was approved for the repair of the Manesar–Palwal stretch (approximately 60 km) of the KMP Expressway to strengthen road infrastructure.
In the industrial sector, approval was given for setting up a 3 MLD, CETP at HSIIDC Industrial Estate, Barwala, Panchkula, costing around Rs.17.50 crore, for pollution control and environmental protection. Similarly, a 10.5 MLD CETP at IMT, Faridabad to be built at a cost of Rs. 44 crore was also approved.
Furthermore, to strengthen storage infrastructure, Rs.15.85 crore was approved for establishing warehouses with a capacity of 37,884 metric tonnes and related works at the FSD complex in Mehu Wala, Fatehabad district. Furthermore, Rs. 30.44 crore was sanctioned for constructing a private ward and other works at Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya University of Health Sciences, Kutel, Karnal.
The Chief Minister said that these projects will not only significantly improve basic infrastructure but also promote industrial growth, environmental protection, and public amenities. He directed officers to ensure time-bound and quality completion of works.
Chief Secretary, Anurag Rastogi, Additional Chief Secretary, Women and Child Development Department, Sh. Sudhir Rajpal, Principal Advisor, Urban Development, Sh. D.S Dhesi, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. Arun Kumar Gupta, Commissioner and Secretary, Industries and Commerce Department, Dr. Amit Agrawal, Director General, Supply and Disposal Department, Sh. Pankaj, along with other officers were present in the meeting.
Two IAS officers tansferred in Haryana
The Haryana Government has issued transfer and posting orders of two IAS officers with immediate effect.
Additional Chief Secretary of Cooperation Department and Personnel (Appointments) Department, and OSD to the proposed Haryana Revenue Enhancement Board, Sh. Vijayendra Kumar, has been given the additional charge of Additional Chief Secretary, Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Haryana.
Dusmanta Kumar Behera has been appointed as Secretary to the Governor of Haryana. He will also continue to hold the charge of Director General and Secretary, Development and Panchayats Department.
