Tuesday, October 9, 2018
- Chandigarh, October 9 – The Prime Minister, Mr Narendra Modi today unveiled the 64-feet tall statue of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram, a messiah of farmers, in Sampla, Rohtak. Haryana Governor, Mr Satyadeo Narain Arya, Chief Minister, Mr Manohar Lal along with other leaders and dignitaries were also present on this important occasion.
- This is the tallest statue in Haryana, which has been built by the recipient of Padma Bhushan, Ram Vanji Sutar, a sculptor. As many as 5,500 farmers of the state had donated from half kg to 2 kg iron metal for the construction of this statue. Unveiling of statue of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram is the honor of all the farmers of the country.
- On the occasion, the Prime Minister also went around the museum based on the life of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram, where scenes depicting his life and items related to him have been displayed. Apart from this, he also laid the foundation stone of Rail Coach Refurbishing and Rehabilitation Factory in Barhi area of Sonepat district.
- The factory would be built on 163 acres of land given by the State Government in Barhi, Sonepat. This would be the first excellent project of railway in the state. In this Rail Coach Factory, along with new coaches, beautification of old coaches would also be done. Later, the Prime Minister also addressed the largely attended Deenbandhu Smriti Rally in Rohtak.
- Others present on the occasion included Governor of Himachal Pradesh, Acharya Devvrat, Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, Mr Satya Pal Malik, Union Minister of Steel, Ch. Birender Singh, Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Mr Krishan Pal Gurjar, Finance Minister, Capt. Abhimanyu, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister, Mr O.P. Dhankar, Education Minister, Mr Ram Bilas Sharma, Minister of State for Cooperation, Mr Manish Kumar Grover, MP, Rohtak, Mr Deepender Hooda and BJP State President, Mr Subhash Barala.
- Chandigarh, October 9: While paying rich tributes to great leader Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram, the Prime Minister, Mr Narendra Modi today hailed the contribution of farmers, soldiers and sports persons of the State in enhancing the pride of country. He said that Haryana not only contributes maximum in the armed forces of the country but it also contribute 17 per cent in the national food basket, which is a major contribution. The sportspersons of the state too are bringing laurels to the country and State by winning maximum medals.
- Mr Modi was addressing a mammoth Deenbandhu Samriti Rally in Sampla, district Rohtak today. On this occasion, the Prime Minister unveiled 64-feet tall statue of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram the tallest in Haryana and laid foundation stone of rail coach factory to be set up at village Barhi in district Sonipat.
- The Prime Minister said that the statue of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram which he dedicated to the people today would give a distinct identity to the Sampla and Rohtak. He also extended his congratulations in advance to the people of the State on the occasion of Haryana Day on November 1.
- He said that today there is no village in the State, which did not have the representation in our armed forces. He said that the credit for this achievement goes to Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram as he motivated the farmers to join the Army during the British rule. Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram could not live in the independent India but he had a deep understanding of the challenges and aspirations of the people of the country.
- The Prime Minister also appreciated the State Government led by Chief Minister, Mr Manohar Lal for achieving the status of Open Defecation Free especially to the Maharashi Dayanand University which have achieved first position in the Swachhta Survey and said that the State has made a remarkable progress under the ambitious Beti Bachao Beti Padhao programme. The daughters of Haryana are continuously increasing the pride of country, he added. He also appreciated the State for having first beneficiary under the Ayushman Bharat Yojna. He said that within just two weeks after the launch of the scheme, about 50,000 poor people have either got treated or their treatment is in progress.
- While underlining the role of Haryana in the development of country, Mr Modi called upon the people to work unitedly for building a new nation as this would be a real tribute to Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram. He said that it is matter of pride that today that is on October 9 he has unveiled the statue of great leader Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram, the tallest in Haryana and on October 31, he would unveil the statue of Iron man Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel which would be the tallest in the world. Both the leaders had worked for the welfare of farmers, he maintained. He said that Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram was the same leader who envisioned the Bakhra Dam and this is the result of his farsighted approach that farmers and people of Haryana, Punjab and Rajasthan are getting water.
- The Prime Minister said that the Rail Coach Factory which would come in village Barhi at a cost of Rs 500 crore would give impetus to the industrial development of Haryana and also provide employment opportunities to the youth. He said that with the setting up of Rail Coach Factory, 250 coaches of passenger train would be repaired and modernized every year. There would be no need to send such train coaches to far off factories for their upkeep. This would help increasing the availability of passenger coaches and the passengers would be able to get the facility of modern coaches.
- He said that the material including sheets, fans, fitting required for this Rail Coach Factory would be made available at the local level which would benefit the industries of Haryana. He said that this would also assist local engineers and technicians in enhancing their expertise in the field of rail coach factory. These experts would also be able to render their specialized services in the other parts of the country in the times to come, he added.
- Mr Modi said that during the last four years, the present BJP Government has not only honoured several great leaders and personalities but also tried to follow the path shown by them. Apart from this, various welfare measures have been taken for the welfare of farmers and small traders who were feeling helpless earlier. He said that bank accounts of as many as 66.50 lakh beneficiaries have been opened under the Jan Dhan Yojna. Apart from this, the process of obtaining loan from banks has been simplified. The India Post Payments Bank has been started to provide bank like services at the doorstep of people through postmen.
- While referring to various steps taken by the present government in the interest of farming community, he said that an arrangement has been made right from seed to market. Persistent steps are being taken for ensuring remunerative prices to the farmers, providing hybrid seeds and adequate water for irrigation.
- He said that in Haryana, 50 lakh Soil Health Cards (SHC) has been issued to the farmers to ensure that farmers get the benefit of seasonal crops. Apart from this, claim amount of Rs 350 crore has been distributed among the farmers on account of crop damage due to natural calamities. Water has reached to even those tail ends in the State which were deprived of water for last about 30 years.
- He said that recently a historic pact has been inked between six states for the construction of Lakhwar Dam which would benefit Haryana immensely. He said that on the pattern of Mandi Act got enacted by Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram nine-ten decades back for ensuring remunerative prices to the farmers, the present Government has launched a new scheme namely “Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan” (PM-AASHA). He said that present State Government is also realizing its promise of giving atleast 50 per cent profit to the farmers over and above the cost of production. MSP of 21 crops including wheat and sugarcane has been increased. The MSP of paddy has been increased by Rs 200 per quintal. Now the paddy farmers would get MSP of Rs 1750 per quintal instead of Rs 1550 per quintal. Similarly the MSP of Maize, Sunflower and Bajra has been increased by Rs 275, Rs 1300 and Rs 525 per quintal respectively. Efforts were being made to double the income of farmers by 2022, he asserted.
- Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister, Mr. Manohar Lal requested the Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi to inaugurate the remaining section of Kundli Manesar Palwal (KMP) Expressway, the work on which is likely to be completed within one month. He said that Manesar Palwal section of the expressway has already been completed and made functional.
- While blaming the previous government in the state for delaying the project, he said that the present State Government has fastracked the work on the project which was stalled for last several years. He said that the State Government has also decided to develop Panch Gram Yojana along the expressway.
- Mr. Manohar Lal said that during his last visit the Prime Minister had also announced to rename Garhi Sampla village as Chhotu Ram Nagar. Recalling the contribution made by Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram, the Chief Minister said that the great farmer leader had undertaken various welfare works for the upliftment of villagers, labourers and farmers. He said that Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram had got implemented the rule of 8-hour work for labourers and one-day holiday for traders.
- The Chief Minister said that following the vision of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram, the present Government had launched Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and Bhavantar Bharpayee Yojana for the welfare of farmers. As a result of the welfare policies and schemes of the government, the state has been moving ahead at both national and international level.
- He said that a provision is being made for the registry of property lying within ‘laal dora’ in villages. Apart from this, the State Government has also abolished ‘Remand Pratha’ in the interest of farmers so that they would not have to make frequent rounds of the Revenue Courts to get their land-related issues settled. He said that the state also ensured transparency in government jobs and now youth were getting jobs on merit basis. He said that 8.25 lakh youth have so far been provided employment under Skill Development Programme.
- Speaking on the occasion, Union Steel Minister, Mr. Birender Singh thanked the Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi for making the farmers financially strong. He said that Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram had resolved to work for the welfare of poor, farmers, people belonging to Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes. It was Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram who raised voice for Minimum Support Prices for crops. He said that Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram envisioned the Bhakra Dam in 1923 and today the farmers of Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan are getting sufficient water.
- Himachal Pradesh Governor, Acharya Devvrat also recalled the contribution made by Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram for the upliftment of farmers, poor and people belonging to weaker sections of the society.
- Jammu and Kashmir Governor, Mr. Satyapal Malik said that the Swaminathan Report would immensely benefit the farmers.
- Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister, Mr. O.P. Dhankar said that Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram had worked for the welfare of farmers and poor. He got the lands of farmers freed from clutches of landlords, got their loans waived off and ensured better prices of their produce. People used to call him as ‘Chota Ram’. The State Government has been working to implement the ideals of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram in letter and spirit.
- State BJP President, Mr. Subhash Barala said that since independence, if anyone has ever tried to realize the vision of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram then it was only Prime Minister, Mr. Narendra Modi.
- Others present on the occasion included Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Mr. Krishan Pal, Haryana Governor, Mr. Satyadeo Narain Arya.
- Chandigarh, Oct 9 – Crime Investigation Agency of Haryana Police have busted a gang of robbers operating from a luxury car in Jind area. Police have also arrested five persons including a woman in this connection.
- While stating this here today, a spokesman of Police Department said that arrested accused were identified as Pawan alias Poni, a resident of village Ashrafgarh, Pawan sister Sunita, Amit alias Mita of Nizampur, Sonipat, Bunty and Rishi, both resident of Vijay Nagar Jind. Atleast 35 cases of theft registered in various police stations were unearthed with their arrest.
- Giving further details, he said that police team during night patrolling noticed a suspicious Safari vehicle bearing Delhi registration number parked on link road near village Barsana. Police team immediately went close to the vehicle and spotted five persons including a woman in it. When interrogated, they confessed to carry out a major incident of theft while revealing their identify. Even before this, they had committed about 35 incidents of theft in Jind area concerning oil from transformers installed in fields, theft of fans from motors, battery from towers, other goods from schools, offices and anganwaris. This time, the accused were trying to commit a major incident of theft near village Barsana in Jind.
- All the accused would be taken on remand by producing them before the court so that their involvement in other incidents could be revealed.
- Appreciating the efforts being made by district Police for their relentless efforts for reducing the crime rate significantly, Director General of Police, Mr B.S. Sandhu instructed all district Superintendents of Police to intensify patrolling, especially at nights to further curb crime rate in their respective places of postings.
- Chandigarh, 9 October – Haryana Governor and Chancellor of J.C. Bose (erstwhile YMCA) University of Science and Technology, Faridabad, Mr Satyadeo Narain Arya, on the recommendation of Chief Minister Mr Manohar Lal, has extended the term of appointment of Prof. Dinesh Kumar, Vice Chancellor of the University with effect from November 4, 2018 for a period of three years. The notification to this effect has also been issued.
- Prof. Dinesh Kumar, who is recipient of prestigious Homi Bhabha Memorial Award by Prime Minister Mr Narendra Modi for contribution to the development of science and technology in the country, has been granted this extension on the basis of the achievements made by the University during his tenure.
- Expressing his gratitude to Governor of Haryana, Mr Satyadeo Narain Arya, Chief Minister, Mr. Manohar Lal and Technical Education Minister, Mr. Ram Bilas Sharma, over the extension of the term of appointment, Prof. Dinesh Kumar said that he would continue his concerted effort to take this University on new heights and would work for the betterment of the University. “YMCA University, with a glorious legacy of 49 years, is a great institution. We all (stakeholders) have to work collectively for further upgradation of the University”, he added.
- An able administrator and ardent researcher, who has obtained his Master and Ph.D degree from Cambridge University, Prof. Dinesh Kumar took over the charge as the fifth Vice-Chancellor of the University on November 4, 2015. Prior to join YMCA University, Prof. Dinesh Kumar has been serving as Professor in Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra.
- The tenure of Prof. Dinesh Kumar (54) as Vice Chancellor of YMCA University has been remarkable and the University has made notable achievements in his tenure. On the Academic front, the University has received ‘A’ Grade accreditation by NAAC along with NBA accreditation of its various courses. The University has also made its presence in NIRF ranking at National level. The University has also got affiliating status and 18 Engineering Colleges in district Palwal and Faridabad are affiliated with the University.
- Due to his untiring efforts, the University has succeeded in getting grants about Rs. 27 crore from Central Agencies under TEQIP-3 and RUSA which has boosted the academic and infrastructural development. New laboratories, Classrooms, Auditorium and other facilities have been created in the short span of time. The University has completed about 28 minor and major contraction and renovation projects in the record period of one year. As many as 25 major construction and renovation projects amounting to over Rs. 70 crore are under progress in the University. The State Government has also allotted land to the University on Faridabad-Gurugram Road for its additional campus.
- Since upgradation as University, this institution had only limited sanction aided posts. Due to efforts made by the Vice Chancellor, the State Government has approved about 140 teaching and non teaching posts.
- Chandigarh, October 9: Haryana Government has nominated Mrs Saroj Sihag of Siwani, district Bhiwani as non-official member of the District Grievances Redressal Committee, Bhiwani, with immediate effect.