Name: Fruits & Frooti on the menu: Punjab govt revamps mid-day meal menu
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The Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrested Panchayat Secretary Prithvi Singh and Audit Inspector Davinder Bansal in Sangrur for accepting a bribe of Rs. 20,000 related to auditing village panchayat development works.

Punjab Vigilance Bureau apprehends Panchayat Secretary taking Rs. 20000 bribe

The Punjab Vigilance Bureau arrested Panchayat Secretary Prithvi Singh and Audit Inspector Davinder Bansal in Sangrur for accepting a bribe of Rs. 20,000 related to auditing village panchayat development works.

The Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) during its ongoing drive against corruption in the state, has arrested Panchayat Secretary, Prithvi Singh,posted at BDPO Office, block Moonak in Sangrur district red handed while he was accepting a bribe of Rs. 20000.&nbsp;
In this case another co-accused Davinder Bansal, Audit Inspector, posted in the office of Regional Deputy Director, Local Fund Audit, Patiala has also been nominated.
An official spokesperson of state VB said the aforementioned accused has been arrested following a complaint lodged by Gurwinder Singh, a resident of village Maha Singh Wala in Moonak who is husband of former Sarpanch.
He further added that the complainant has approached the VB and alleged that the said Panchayat Secretary has demanded bribe of Rs 20000 for auditing of the development works carried out by the village panchayat of Maha Singh Wala during the previous tenure and told that the bribe money has to be shared with aforementioned Davinder Bansal, Audit Inspector.
The spokesperson informed that after a preliminary enquiry of this complaint the VB team laid a trap during which the accused Panchayat Secretary was arrested while he was accepting the bribe money from the complainant in the presence of two official witnesses.&nbsp;
In this regard a case has been registered against &nbsp;said Prithvi Singh, Panchyat Secretary and Davinder Bansal, Audit Inspector, at VB police station Patiala range. The accused would be produced in the competent court tomorrow and future investigations into this case was under progress, he said.

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan condemned the central government's decision to redesignate the UT Adviser's post to Chief Secretary, viewing it as a violation of Punjab's rights over Chandigarh.

Punjab Speaker Condemns Redesignation of UT Adviser Post

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan condemned the central government's decision to redesignate the UT Adviser's post to Chief Secretary, viewing it as a violation of Punjab's rights over Chandigarh.

Punjab Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan has strongly condemned the decision to redesignate the UT Adviser's post to Chief Secretary, terming it as trampling of Punjab's right over Chandigarh.
The Speaker said that this move is seen as a blatant disregard for the sensitive issue of Chandigarh's status, which has been a long-standing point of contention between Punjab and the Union government.
S. Sandhwan emphasized that the redesignation is not only an administrative anomaly but also an attempt to undermine Punjab's legitimate claims over Chandigarh.
"We urge the central government to reconsider this decision and respect the rights of the people of Punjab," Sandhwan added.
This development has sparked widespread concern among Punjab's leaders and citizens, who see it as a deliberate attempt to erode the state's authority. The Punjab government has consistently maintained that Chandigarh is an integral part of the state and any decision regarding its administration should be taken in consultation with the state government.

Punjab's cabinet minister for Industry & Commerce, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, met with top national and international CEOs to discuss investment opportunities.

Punjab cabinet minister meets top CEOs to promote investment and industry growth

The state&rsquo;s new IT policy is set to bring positive changes, while skill development and a single window system are key focuses. Investors are encouraged to explore Punjab's growth potential and opportunities.

With an aim to develop Punjab into an industrial hub by promoting investment in the state, Punjab&rsquo;s cabinet minister for Industry &amp; Commerce and investment promotion Tarunpreet Singh Sond on Wednesday met CEOs and representatives of top national and international companies in New Delhi.&nbsp;
CEOs and representatives of reputed companies working in the fields of information technology, artificial intelligence, infrastructure development, and other key areas assured to submit their investment proposals giving a positive response to the steps being taken by the Punjab Government to promote industries and investment.
Addressing the meeting Tarunpreet Singh Sond revealed that the information technology policy of the Punjab Government is ready and will positively get cabinet&rsquo;s approval before 31 March of this year. He informed the investors that this policy has been framed after thorough study and interactions with key stakeholders. He said this new policy will definitely bring positive changes on a large scale in the IT sector of Punjab.
He also informed the investors that skill development is also one of the most focussed area of the state government. Sond revealed that the Punjab investment portal has been declared as the best portal in India on which 55 thousand MSMEs has got registered in one year.
He also said that Punjab Government under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has opened new ways of growth and development by implementing single window system in the state.
Sond also invited these investors and representatives to visit Punjab to feel the real essence of Punjabi culture and explore the opportunities for investment in the state.
During the meeting chairman of Punjab State Food Commission, Bal Mukand Sharma, Sector officer Invest Punjab Sanjeev Gupta and Senior Consultant Invest Punjab Danish Bilal Informed the investors about initiatives of the State Government to promote the industries and investment in Punjab.
Chairman SFO foundation Jagmohan Singh Sekhon, Vice President Bootes Impex Tech Ltd. Binu Nair, M.D. Skyboon Jatin Sindhi, Founder Nexveda Sandeep Narang, Executive Director ISFA Akshat Agarwal, Director GenX AI Ajinkya Dumbhare, CEO GR Logistics Surajit Sarkar and other prominent investors were present in the meeting.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann unveiled the 2025 diary and calendar at his official residence. 

Punjab CM Releases 2025 Diary and Calendar

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann unveiled the 2025 diary and calendar at his official residence.&nbsp;

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday released the diary and calendar of the Punjab Government for the year 2025.
A spokesman of the Chief Minister&rsquo;s Office said that the layout design of the calendar and diary had been conceptualized and prepared by the Information &amp; Public Relations Department and printed by the Controller Printing &amp; Stationery Punjab.
Prominent amongst others present on the occasion included Chief Secretary KAP Sinha, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav, Secretary Information and Public Relations Malwinder Singh Jaggi and others.

Farmer leader from Punjab Jagjit Singh Dallewal has been on a hunger strike at the Khanauri border since November 26 to put pressure on the Centre to accept the farmers’ demands.

Give up stubbornness, talk to farmers: Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann to Centre

Farmer leader from Punjab Jagjit Singh Dallewal has been on a hunger strike at the Khanauri border since November 26 to put pressure on the Centre to accept the farmers&rsquo; demands.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday urged the Centre to give up its &ldquo;stubbornness&rdquo; and hold talks with farmers who are protesting at the state&rsquo;s border over various issues, including a legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops.
Farmers led by Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, have been camping at Shambhu and Khanauri border points between Punjab and Haryana since February 13 after their march to Delhi was stopped by security forces.
Farmer leader from Punjab Jagjit Singh Dallewal has been on a hunger strike at the Khanauri border since November 26 to put pressure on the Centre to accept the farmers&rsquo; demands.
As his fast entered the 27th day on Sunday, doctors termed his health condition &ldquo;critical&rdquo;.
In a post on X, Mann said the central government should give up its &ldquo;stubbornness&rdquo; and open the way for talks with the farmer organisations.
&ldquo;If Modi ji can stop the war between Russia and Ukraine, then can&rsquo;t he talk to the farmers sitting 200 kilometres away (from Delhi)? What time are you waiting for?&rdquo; he asked.
A &lsquo;jatha&rsquo; (group) of 101 farmers attempted to march to Delhi thrice between December 6 and 14 but was stopped by security personnel in Haryana.
On December 19 too, Mann urged the Centre to hold talks with the protesting farmers. He said it was the Centre&rsquo;s duty and any issue could be resolved through dialogue.&nbsp;
(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by Editorji News Desk and is published from a syndicated feed.)

Punjab Agriculture Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian assures farmers that the state government will protect their interests regarding the National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing, expressing concerns about potential privatisation and monop

Punjab govt reaffirms commitment to safeguarding farmers' rights

Punjab Agriculture Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian assures farmers that the state government will protect their interests regarding the National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing, expressing concerns about potential privatisation and monopolistic practices.

Farmers Welfare Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian has assured farmer union leaders that the state government will not allow farmers' interests to be affected by the National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing.

Reaffirming the commitment of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government to firmly stand with farmers of the state, Punjab Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Gurmeet Singh Khudian has assured farmer union leaders that the state government will not allow farmers' interests to be affected by the National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing.
The Agriculture Minister was holding in-depth discussions with farmer unions&rsquo; leaders on the draft policy on &ldquo;National Policy Framework on Agricultural Marketing here at Punjab Bhawan, on Thursday.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The state government is concerned as this policy could have serious implications for the State and its farmers, so we want to analyse and consult on the each and every aspect of the draft policy shared by the GoI,&rdquo; said the Agriculture Minister, while adding that agriculture experts and other stakeholders will also be consulted soon to analyse it thoroughly so that not a single point is left unconsidered.
Gurmeet Singh Khudian, along with Additional Chief Secretary Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Mr. Anurag Verma, Chairman of Punjab State Farmers' &amp; Farm Workers' Commission Dr. Sukhpal Singh, Secretary Punjab Mandi Board Mr. Ramvir, appealed the farmers to send their suggestions and comments in this regard to the Agriculture department.
Farmer Unions&rsquo; leaders Joginder Singh Ugrahan, Balbir Singh Rajewal, Dr. Darshan Pal, Ruldu Singh Mansa, Dr. Satnam Singh Ajnala and other leaders expressed deep concerns over potential privatisation, monopolistic practices in the disguise of the Policy. It could be an attempt to reintroduce the contentious provisions of the three farm laws, which were repealed by the Union Government following the farmers&rsquo; protests, they added.&nbsp;
They also urged the state government for further examination before sending a response to the Centre so that Punjab and its farmers interests could be fully secured.
The high-level meeting was also attended by Special Secretary Agriculture Harbir Singh, Director Agriculture Mr. Jaswant Singh, Director of Research at PAU, Ludhiana Dr Ajmer Singh Dhatt and senior officials of Punjab Mandi Board and Agriculture department.

The Punjab Water Resources Department announces the closure of the Bist Doab Canal for 33 days from December 20, 2024, to January 21, 2025, to complete ongoing works.

Punjab to Close Bist Doab Canal for 33 Days

Punjab Government has decided to close the Bist Doab Canal from 20 December, 2024 to 21 January, 2025 (both days inclusive) for 33 days.

Punjab Water Resources Department has decided to close Bist Doab Canal for 33 days to complete the ongoing works.
Disclosing this, an official spokesperson of the department said that keeping in view the weather conditions and status of crops, the Punjab Government has decided to close the Bist Doab Canal from 20 December, 2024 to 21 January, 2025 (both days inclusive) for 33 days.&nbsp;
He further said that the state government has already issued notification in this regard under Rule 63 of Rules framed under the Northern India Canal and Drainage Act, 1873 (Act No.VIII of 1873).

General and Bye-elections to 5 Municipal Corporations and 41 Municipal Councils apart from some other ward-wise bye-elections will be conducted on 21st December, 2024. 

Punjab announces public holiday and special measures for December 21 elections

General and Bye-elections to 5 Municipal Corporations and 41 Municipal Councils apart from some other ward-wise bye-elections will be conducted on 21st  December, 2024. 

It is also informed that 21st December, 2024 (Saturday) has been declared as a "Dry Day" in the revenue jurisdiction of the Municipal Bodies which are going to the polls.

General and Bye-elections to 5 Municipal Corporations and 41 Municipal Councils apart from some other ward-wise bye-elections will be conducted on 21st &nbsp;December, 2024. In order to ensure due opportunity to voters to exercise their franchise in these local body elections, the following information is being shared with the general public.
Disclosing this here today, an official spokesperson of the Punjab State Election Commission said that 21 December (Saturday) would be declared as a public holiday in all Punjab Government offices situated in the jurisdiction of the Municipal Bodies where elections are going to be held under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881.
He further informed that Special leave to government employees and other workers who are voters of these municipal bodies which are going to the polls but employed elsewhere would be allowed as per rules. &nbsp;In addition, he added that holiday would be declared in all the schools whose buildings are being used for election purposes.
It is for the information of the general public that 21st December, 2024 has been declared as a 'Close Day' within the jurisdiction of the Municipal Bodies which are going to the polls under the provisions of the Punjab Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1958, and the Factories Act, 1948 to enable workers of such shops, factories, and commercial establishments located in the revenue jurisdiction of the concerned Municipal Body to cast their vote.
It is also informed that 21st December, 2024 (Saturday) has been declared as a "Dry Day" in the revenue jurisdiction of the Municipal Bodies which are going to the polls.
Furthermore, he added that Guru Nanak Dev University Amritsar, Punjabi University Patiala, and Panjab University, Chandigarh have informed that they have postponed all those annual and semester exams which were scheduled to be held on 21st &nbsp;December, 2024 to some other date.
Students who were to appear in various exams on these dates may refer to the concerned University Website for details of the fresh dates.
The Commission has made all suitable measures for the conduct of the polls in a free and fair manner and encourages all voters whose names are entered in the electoral rolls to exercise their franchise.

The Farishtey Scheme, launched by the Punjab government to provide immediate, hassle-free treatment to road accident victims, has proven to be a boon in saving precious lives.

Punjab: Over 200 accident victims treated under Farishtey scheme

Under the Farishtey Scheme, 494 hospitals, including 90 tertiary care hospitals, have been specifically empaneled to cover a 30 km stretch along national and state highways/roads.

The Farishtey Scheme, launched by the Punjab government to provide immediate, hassle-free treatment to road accident victims, has proven to be a boon in saving precious lives.
According to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), approximately 1,400 road accidents and 400 deaths occur every day in India, with Punjab alone accounting for around 5,000 accidental deaths annually. The Farishtey Scheme aims to address this critical issue by providing comprehensive treatment to accident victims, without any capping on the amount.
The state flagship scheme, aimed at reducing the mortality and morbidity rates resulting from injuries sustained in roadside accidents and to provide immediate, hassle-free treatment in government and empaneled private hospitals, was notified on January 25, 2024. The scheme is applicable to all the victims and sufferers of road accidents that happened in the territory of the state of Punjab irrespective of the caste, creed, nationality and place of birth of the victims and provides comprehensive treatment to accident victims, without any capping on the amount.
Divulging details, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) State Health Agency (SHA) Punjab Ms Babita said that to encourage common people to come forth and help accident victims and save the lives of the victims, such &ldquo;Farishteys&rdquo; are being felicitated with cash rewards, commendation certificates and provided immunity from legal complications and police inquiries. &ldquo;Any person who voluntarily rescue the accident victims and help them in saving their lives, will be considered as &lsquo;Farishta&rsquo; and conferred with commendation certificate and a cash prize of Rs 2000,&rdquo; she said.
The CEO said that since its launch, the scheme has provided free medical treatment to as many as 223 accident victims, showcasing its effectiveness in reducing mortality rates resulting from road accidents. So far, 66 "Farishtas" (good Samaritans) have been registered with the State Health Agency (SHA) Punjab, she added.
She said that the Chief Minister of Punjab has recognised the selfless efforts of 16 Farishtas, by awarding them a cash incentive of Rs 2000 per victim on August 15, 2024, and a commendation certificates, with their awards aptly named the "Farishey Award". The remaining Farishtas have also been recognised, receiving their awards from the Deputy Commissioners in their respective districts, she added.
Under the Farishtey Scheme, 494 hospitals, including 90 tertiary care hospitals, have been specifically empaneled to cover a 30 km stretch along national and state highways/roads, ensuring treatment during the critical golden hour.
Ms Babita said that these hospitals are integrated with the Mapple application (a mobile app), a mobile app that helps the people to search and navigate to the nearby empaneled hospital.
The scheme is also linked to emergency helplines, including 108, 1033, and 112 Sadak Surakhiya Force (SSF), which use IT systems to locate the nearest hospital for quick transportation, with hospitals within a 30 km radius providing immediate care within the golden hour, she said, while adding that the 108-ambulance staff have been trained to manage and transport accident victims to the nearest hospitals.
The CEO said that if an empaneled hospital demands payment, beneficiaries can file a complaint with the SHA Punjab or register their grievance at 104 Medical helplines.

Jalandhar Commissionerate Police have successfully returned seized case properties worth over Rs 13 crores to their rightful owners, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav.

Jalandhar police returns seized property worth Rs 13 crores

Around 100 lost smartphones, valued at Rs 20 lakhs, were also handed over to their owners after being traced through the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal.

In a significant move to strengthen police-public relations, Jalandhar Commissionerate Police have successfully returned seized case properties worth over Rs 13 crores to their rightful owners, said Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav on Wednesday.
A special event &ldquo;Arpan Samaroh&rdquo; was organised under the leadership of Commissioner of Police (CP) Jalandhar Swapan Sharma at Police Lines in Jalandhar.
DGP Gaurav Yadav said that as part of the event, Jalandhar Commissionerate Police successfully returned 413 vehicles, 85 mobile phones, numerous household items, jewellery, and other domestic goods, which had been part of 583 different cases registered in the city over the past year.
Additionally, around 100 lost smartphones, valued at Rs 20 lakhs, were also handed over to their owners after being traced through the Central Equipment Identity Register (CEIR) portal, he added.
The DGP said that Punjab Police continues its efforts to ensure justice, security, and trust, working proactively to safeguard the interests of the community.
Sharing more details, CP Swapan Sharma said that this initiative was designed to foster trust among citizens by returning hard-earned belongings that had been either stolen, snatched, or involved in various criminal cases.
He said that the camp saw the participation of numerous complainants, who attended eagerly to reclaim their lost properties. The event was supported by 14 jurisdictional Station House Officers (SHOs) and SHOs of the Women&rsquo;s Police Station, who worked diligently to ensure the return of the seized items to their rightful owners, he added.
Emphasising the importance of returning seized properties in a timely manner, the CP said that this ensures the property retains its value and remains in a usable condition.
Meanwhile, the grateful recipients expressed their appreciation to the police for their dedicated efforts. Baljeet Kaur, one of the beneficiaries, said, &ldquo;I had lost all hope of recovering my stolen smartphone, but thanks to the Jalandhar Police, I have got it back.&rdquo; Similar sentiments were echoed by other beneficiaries, including Manjit Singh, Jyoti, Rakesh Kumar, and Arvind Kumar.

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The state government has recently prepared a new meal menu for school children, which includes fruits.

Fruits & Frooti on the menu: Punjab govt revamps mid-day meals

The state government has recently prepared a new meal menu for school children, which includes fruits.

Punjab govt has decided to revamp mid-day meals being provided in the government schools across the state. As per multiple reports, children will get a banana with their meals. The state government has recently prepared a new meal menu for school children, which includes fruits.
Starting from 2024, students will receive a banana once a week with their meals. The Education Department has made minor changes to the mid-day meal menu. Students will now be able to enjoy meals that include black chickpeas, bitter gourd (karela), and kidney beans (rajma) and Frooti&nbsp;

The Punjab government is set to build 1,419 Anganwadi centres across the state, with an investment of INR 200 crore. This initiative aims to improve child and women welfare, focusing on better infrastructure and facilities.

Punjab government to build 1,419 anganwadi centres for holistic child development

The Punjab government is set to build 1,419 Anganwadi centres across the state, with an investment of INR 200 crore. This initiative aims to improve child and women welfare, focusing on better infrastructure and facilities.

The Punjab government has launched an ambitious initiative to construct 1,419 anganwadi centres across the state, with an investment of INR 200 crore. This announcement was made by Baljit Kaur, the Social Security, Women, and Child Development Minister. The project is designed to improve the infrastructure and resources for the welfare of women and children, focusing on their holistic development and supporting vulnerable communities in the state.
Holistic Child Development Focused on Growth Minister Kaur highlighted that the initiative is not just about building physical infrastructure but also about fostering the physical, cognitive, and emotional development of children.
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ਪੰਜਾਬ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਆਂਗਨਵਾੜੀ ਕੇਂਦਰਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਪੂਰਨ ਤੌਰ 'ਤੇ ਅੱਪਡੇਟ ਕੀਤਾ ਜਾ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ। ਇਸ ਬਾਬਤ ਕੈਬਨਿਟ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਡਾ. ਬਲਜੀਤ ਕੌਰ ਨੇ ਦੱਸਿਆ ਕਿ ਸੂਬਾ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਇਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਵਿਕਾਸ ਪ੍ਰਾਜੈਕਟਾਂ ਲਈ 200 ਕਰੋੜ ਰੁਪਏ ਦੀ ਰਾਸ਼ੀ ਜਾਰੀ ਕੀਤੀ ਗਈ ਹੈ।<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/GovernmentOfPunjab?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#GovernmentOfPunjab</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%E0%A8%AA%E0%A9%B0%E0%A8%9C%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%AC_%E0%A8%B8%E0%A8%B0%E0%A8%95%E0%A8%BE%E0%A8%B0?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ਪੰਜਾਬ_ਸਰਕਾਰ</a> <a href="https://t.co/XNIDqWlG7m">pic.twitter.com/XNIDqWlG7m</a>
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 The plan includes constructing new anganwadi centres, upgrading existing ones, improving sanitation facilities, and equipping centres with furniture and other necessary amenities," she stated. The initiative is part of the state government's broader effort to create safe, nurturing spaces for children and women to learn and grow.
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Phased Construction Plan and Progress The project will be implemented in phases, with the first phase focusing on constructing 1,000 anganwadi centres. Of these, 56 centres are already complete, and 644 are currently under construction. In addition, the approval has been granted for 156 more centres, and 300 additional centres will soon be under development. Minister Kaur assured that the construction work will be expedited to meet deadlines and provide timely benefits to children and families.
Upgrading Existing Centres The Punjab government is also upgrading 350 existing anganwadi centres, with an allocation of INR 7 crore. The upgrades will improve sanitation, furniture, and teaching materials to ensure better services for the children and women depending on these centres. Minister Kaur emphasized that the improvements would create a conducive learning environment that meets the growing demands of communities.
Recruitment of Anganwadi Workers and Helpers As part of the expansion and upgradation of the anganwadi network, the Punjab government plans to recruit 3,000 new workers and helpers. Last year, 5,000 workers and helpers were recruited based on merit, reflecting the government&rsquo;s commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices. These new recruits will play a crucial role in managing the daily operations of the centres and supporting early childhood education, nutrition, and health services.
Commitment to Women and Child Development The Punjab government's effort to strengthen the anganwadi infrastructure is part of a larger vision to foster the overall development of women and children in the state. By enhancing infrastructure, equipping centres with the right resources, and ensuring the recruitment of qualified personnel, the government aims to create a supportive environment for women and children to thrive. Minister Kaur concluded by affirming that the government&rsquo;s efforts underscore its dedication to prioritizing the welfare of women and children in Punjab&rsquo;s development agenda.

Punjab Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister, Dr. Baljit Kaur, conducted a surprise inspection of Anganwadi Centers in Bhokhra and Bajak villages in Bathinda. 

Dr. Baljit Kaur inspects Anganwadi centers in Bathinda villages

Punjab Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister, Dr. Baljit Kaur, conducted a surprise inspection of Anganwadi Centers in Bhokhra and Bajak villages in Bathinda.&nbsp;

Punjab Social Security, Women and Child Development Minister, Dr. Baljit Kaur, conducted a surprise inspection of Anganwadi Centers located in the villages of Bhokhra and Bajak in Bathinda Urban.
Divulging in this regards, Dr. Baljit Kaur stated that thorough inspection of records, including the graffiti and Supplementary Nutrition Program (SNP) at the Anganwadi Center in village Bhokhra, was carried out. She also interacted with SNP beneficiaries and elderly individuals to discuss pension-related issues.&nbsp;
In village Bajak, the Minister inspected the building of the Anganwadi Center constructed with the assistance of the MGNREGA scheme. To assess the quality of the Supplementary Nutrition Program, discussions were held with children, pregnant women and lactating mothers, who expressed satisfaction with the nutritious food and services provided by the Anganwadi Centers.
During the visit, records related to the Supplementary Nutrition Program were reviewed. The minister also conducted an on-site quality check of items like sweet and savory porridge and pre-mix khichdi prepared at the centers. Additionally, interactions were held with elderly individuals regarding pensions and with women beneficiaries to review government schemes.&nbsp;
To evaluate children&rsquo;s intellectual and creative development, Dr. Baljit Kaur interacted with them, listening to their poems and observing their activities. She appreciated the dedication and performance of Anganwadi workers and helpers for their commendable efforts in child care and nutrition.
Dr. Baljit Kaur reaffirmed the Punjab Government&rsquo;s commitment, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, to strengthen early childhood care and ensure the welfare of women and children across the state.
During the inspections CDPO Shri Pankaj Kumar, Smt. Usha and District Welfare Officer Shri Varinder Singh were present.

A Cabinet Sub-Committee in Punjab met with representatives from multiple unions, including the Meritorious Teachers Union and the 3704 Adhiyapak Union, to address various employee demands.

Punjab Cabinet sub-committee holds productive meetings with employee unions

Punjab Government paying special attention to demands and issues of employees delivering exceptional services: Harpal Singh Cheema

A Cabinet Sub-Committee comprising Finance Minister Advocate Harpal Singh Cheema and NRI Affairs Minister Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, formed to address the legitimate demands and issues of Punjab government employees, held a series of meetings on Wednesday with representatives from the Meritorious Teachers Union, 3704 Adhiyapak Union, Democratic Teachers Front, Purani Pension Prapti Morcha, Khetibari Vidhyarthi Association, and Anganwari Mulazam Union.
During the meeting, representatives of the Meritorious Teachers Union highlighted the achievements of Meritorious Schools in creating a bright future for students and presented their demands and issues.&nbsp;
Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, on behalf of the Cabinet Sub-Committee, directed the Education Department to consider regularizing the services of these teachers through the officers committee constituted for this purpose. He also instructed that a report on the financial demands of the union be prepared and sent to the Finance Department.&nbsp;
Finance Minister Cheema assured the union that the Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, is paying special attention to the demands and issues of employees who are delivering exceptional services.
In the meeting with the Democratic Teachers Front, the Cabinet Sub-Committee directed the Education Department to seek legal opinion from the Advocate General&rsquo;s Office on the issues raised by the front that are currently in court or may face legal hurdles.&nbsp;
Regarding the financial issues raised by the front, Finance Minister Cheema assured that these matters are being taken seriously by the Finance Department. For the issues raised by the &lsquo;3704 Adhiyapak Union&rsquo;, the Cabinet Sub-Committee asked the Education Department to hold a meeting with the union and submit a report.
The Khetibari Vidhyarthi Association demanded that agriculture be made a compulsory subject in schools. The Cabinet Sub-Committee, during discussions with the Education Department, asked the department to refer this matter to the Subject Expert Committee. Additionally, the Cabinet Sub-Committee directed the Education Department to consider including agriculture in vocational courses.
The Purani Pension Prapti Morcha raised the issue of resuming the old pension scheme for state government employees. The committee informed the Morcha that the officers committee constituted by the Punjab Government is holding regular meetings to make appropriate decision in this regard.&nbsp;
Finance Department officials apprised the Cabinet Sub-Committee that any further decisions will be taken after receiving detailed guidelines on the new pension scheme, the &lsquo;Unified Pension Scheme&rsquo;, presented by the Union Government.
Regarding the issue of gratuity raised by the Anganwari Mulazam Union, the Cabinet Sub-Committee directed the Social Security, Women and Child Development Department to seek legal advice and then send the matter to the Finance Department. For the demands related to the Union government, the Cabinet Sub-Committee directed the department to write to the Union government to resolve these issues.&nbsp;
Concerning the difficulties arising from the inclusion of some Anganwadi centers in primary schools, the Cabinet Sub-Committee asked the departments to hold a meeting with Education department to resolve these issues.
The meetings were attended by Dr. Tina, Dr. Ajay, Boota Singh and Ashpreet Kaur from the Meritorious Teachers Union, Vikram Dev Singh, Mohinder Kaurianwali, Gurpiar Kotli, Rajiv Barnala and Sukhdev Singh Dansiwal from the Democratic Teachers Front; Harjinder Singh, Yadwinder Singh and Charanjit Singh from &lsquo;3704 Adhiyapak Union&rsquo;, Angrej Singh and Akashdeep from the Khetibari Vidhyarthi Association, Gurjant Singh Kokri, Tehal Singh Sarabha and Randeep Singh from Purani Pension Prapti Morcha, and Usha Rani and Gurmeet Kaur from Anganwari Mulazam Union.

The Punjab Government has announced a local holiday on January 14, 2025, for the Mela Maghi occasion. 

Punjab government declares local holiday for Mela Maghi on January 14, 2025

The Punjab Government has announced a local holiday on January 14, 2025, for the Mela Maghi occasion. This holiday will be observed in all government offices, boards, corporations, and educational institutions in the district of Sri Muktsar Sahib.

The Punjab Government has declared a local holiday on the occasion of Mela Maghi on January 14, 2025 (Tuesday) in government offices, boards/corporations and &nbsp;educational institutions of district Sri Muktsar Sahib.
The official spokesperson of the government said, a notification in this regard has been issued.

The Army Service Corp, Ambala has launched the AgniVeerVayu recruitment registration for unmarried youth from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. The registration will continue until January 27, 2025.

Army Service Corp, Ambala begins AgniVeerVayu recruitment registration drive

The Army Service Corp, Ambala has launched the AgniVeerVayu recruitment registration for unmarried youth from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. The registration will continue until January 27, 2025.

Army Service Corp, Ambala have start AgniVeerVayu recruitment registration drive for eligible unmarried youth from Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh (UT), Jammu and Kashmir (UT) and Ladakh (UT) from 7 January, 2025.&nbsp;
This registration will continue till January 27, 2025 and the online exam will be held on March 22, 2025.
Giving more information, the government spokesperson said that children born between January 01, 2005 and July 01, 2008 (both dates inclusive) are eligible for this registration campaign.&nbsp;
For this recruitment drive, 12th passed youth in Science subject with Mathematics, English and Physics subjects or diploma or vocational course holder with 50% marks can register themselves for this recruitment campaign.
More information about this recruitment drive can be obtained from agnipathvayu.cdac.in.

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