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  • Flood loss applications are being collected on August 20 at Radhey Shyam Mandir.

    Flood loss applications are being collected on August 20 at Radhey Shyam Mandir.

    Form applications are being collected from residents of urban estate phase 2 by the 10 Marla Residents Welfare Association phase 2 on August 20.

    20th Aug. Dear residents, as per the decided program, the team of 10 Marla Residents Association Phase 2 started collecting flood-loss applications at Gurdwara Sahib and Radhey Shyam Mandir. A massive response came from residents of all categories of houses. 265 people submitted their applications until 3.0 p.m. Some social people other than the association members helped in receiving applications and guiding the applicants, as seen in the photos attached.


    From the applications and from the personal talk with applicants, it came out that in several houses, flood water levels crossed five feet in EWS and LIG houses. In such a natural calamity, people are justified in expecting the authorities to decide modalities to provide early compensation based on real rational considerations.
    Residents demanded an additional camp on another day because information about today’s camp couldn’t reach the majority of affected people. This shows the magnitude of losses and the affected families in urban estates. People also expressed concern and demanded a strong band on Patiala Nadi towards urban estate areas.
    The association has already made such a demand and is hopeful that the government will find a solution for safety in the future in the larger public interest.
    Thanks for the response. Your Association Team

  • Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh reviewed the work of providing compensation to the flood-affected people and said the Bhagwant Maan government is committed to rebuilding the infrastructure damaged by floods soon.

    Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh reviewed the work of providing compensation to the flood-affected people and said the Bhagwant Maan government is committed to rebuilding the infrastructure damaged by floods soon.


    A constructive meeting was held in a positive atmosphere with dairy owners about the Ablowal dairy project.
    Patiala, August 19:
    Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Balbir Singh held a meeting with Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sahni and other district officials to review the work of providing compensation to flood-affected people. On this occasion, the Health Minister praised all the officials for the laudable work done by the district administration to protect people from water-borne diseases after the floods, including the rescue and relief work of the people during the floods.
    Dr. Balbir Singh said that the provincial government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, is committed to the early reconstruction of the damaged infrastructure, including compensation to the affected people after the floods. He said that he has reviewed the strategy for the work to be done now and is satisfied that the entire administration is working day and night as per the instructions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.


    The Health Minister also held a meeting with the dairy owners along with Municipal Corporation Commissioner Aditya Uppal and officials of other departments to review the Sri Guru Nanak Dairy Project at Ablowal. On this occasion, Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sahni gave information about bank loans for milch animals, veterinary clinics, fodder, animal markets, Verka milking centers, high-tension electricity wires, etc. to make this project a success.
    The Health Minister instructed the officials to solve all the issues within the given time and take action to transfer the dairy businesses running within the limits of the Municipal Corporation to this project. Appreciating the association of dairy owners, he hoped that with their support, this project would be started very soon.
    Dr. Balbir Singh received the progress report of the pending development works in Patiala Rural Constituency from the officials of various departments and said that, as per the instructions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, all the works should be completed in a transparent manner within the stipulated time.
    On this occasion, PDA Chief Administrator Gurpreet Singh Thind, SP. City Muhammad Sarfraz Alam SDM Dr. Ismat Vijay Singh and Tarsem Chand, Civil Surgeon Dr. Raminder Kaur, District Revenue Officer Navdeep Singh, District Development, and Panchayat Officer Amandeep Kaur, ACFA Rakesh Garg, Executive Engineer of Public Works Department Piyush Agarwal, along with officials of other departments, were also present.
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    Photo Caption: Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh in a meeting with officials at the District Administrative Complex.

  • DC Sakshi Sawhney Visits Head Post Office Patiala and Motivates Postal Staff

    DC Sakshi Sawhney Visits Head Post Office Patiala and Motivates Postal Staff

    Deputy Commissioner of Patiala, Ms. Sakshi Sawhney, visited the Head Post Office Patiala today to motivate the postal staff and encourage them to perform their best.

    She mentioned that the festival of love and affection between sisters and brothers, known as “Raksha Bandhan,” is just around the corner. Sisters express their feelings of love and affection for their brothers by tying specially designed and colorful sacred threads on their brothers’ wrists on this day.

    Sakshi Sawhney emphasized that for those who cannot visit their brothers in person, India Post provides assistance in conveying their feelings and sentiments through “Rakhi Mail.”

    Prabhat Goyal, Superintendent of Post Offices, Patiala Division, informed the DC that more than 1000 Rakhi Mails are posted and delivered on a daily basis by the Patiala Postal Division.

  • CM LAUNCHES ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL FOR KHEDAN WATAN PUNJAB DIAN

    CM LAUNCHES ONLINE REGISTRATION PORTAL FOR KHEDAN WATAN PUNJAB DIAN

    PLAYERS INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING THE GAMES CAN APPLY ON www.khedanwatanpunjabdia.com

    FIVE NEW GAMES INCLUDED IN SECOND EDITIONS OF SPORTING EXTRAVAGANZA

    Patiala, August 15:

    In order to encourage sports in the state, the Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday launched the online registration portal www.khedanwatanpunjabdia.com for the players aspiring to take part in these games commencing from 29th of this month.

    Addressing the gathering during the state level function to mark Independence Day, the Chief Minister said that the first edition of the Khedan Watan  Punjab Dian organized last year by the state government had got a major response from the people. He said that it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction that in this mega event more than three lakh players have participated in different six age groups. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these players have participated in various competitions from block to the state level in 30 sports categories.

    The Chief Minister said that this year also the sports extravaganza will commence from August 29 for which the players can apply online on this portal for their participation. He said that this year five new games including Cycling, Equestrian, Rugby, Wushu and Volleyball Shooting have been added in these games which are a humble effort of the state government to encourage the sports. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government has been making all out efforts for promoting sports across the state to channelize the unbounded energy of youth in a positive manner.

    The Chief Minister further said that these games are a right step towards this direction as they are providing a platform to the players for showcasing their talent. Bhagwant Singh Mann asserted that these games will also help the state government to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the players which will be beneficial for grooming them for the national and international events in future. He further said that the state government is leaving no stone unturned to popularize sports in the state as it can play a key role in progress of the state and prosperity of its people.

  • Last date to apply for Dhan Mantri National Child Award is 31st August

    Last date to apply for Dhan Mantri National Child Award is 31st August

    Patiala, August 16:
    The Ministry of Women and Child Development has invited applications for the Prime Minister’s National Child Award, the last date of which is 31 August 2023. Deputy Commissioner Sakshi Sahni informed in this regard that the Prime Minister’s Child Award is given every year to those children who have performed extraordinary acts of bravery, special children who have achieved special extraordinary achievements with extraordinary abilities, those extraordinary children. Those who deserve national level recognition in the fields of sports, social service, science and technology, environment, arts and culture and innovation can apply.
    Sakshi Sahni informed that the children who are citizens of India and are below 18 years of age as on the last date of application and meet the eligibility requirements can apply on Pradhan Mantri Bal Puraskar website http://award.gov.in You can do your registration. The last date of registration on the website is 31.08.2023.
    He said that the award consists of a medal, which is given by the Prime Minister. He said that to apply, the Prime Minister can do his registration on the website of Bal Puraskar http://award.gov.in.
    The Deputy Commissioner appealed that the district children should be registered for the national award so that these children can get a different identity.

  • VOWS TO MAKE PUNJAB A FRONT RANKING STATE IN THE COUNTRY

    VOWS TO MAKE PUNJAB A FRONT RANKING STATE IN THE COUNTRY

    EVERY SINGLE DROP OF MY BLOOD IS COMMITTED TO REALIZE DREAMS OF FREEDOM FIGHTERS AND MARTYRS: SAYS CM

    VOWS TO MAKE PUNJAB A FRONT RANKING STATE IN THE COUNTRY

    ASSERTS PUNJABIS DON’T NEED NOC ON NATIONALISM FROM THE ‘PSEUDO NATIONALISTS’

    PUNJAB TO BE MADE DRUG FREE AND CORRUPTION FREE STATE SOON

    UNFURLS NATIONAL FLAG AT PATIALA DURING STATE LEVEL FUNCTION TO MARK INDEPENDENCE DAY

    Patiala, August 15:

    Announcing to realize the dreams of great freedom fighters, martyrs and national heroes by making Punjab a front runner in the country, the Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday said that every single drop of his blood is committed for this noble cause.

    Addressing the gathering after unfurling the national flag during the state level function to mark Independence Day, the Chief Minister said that Punjabis are born leaders and they can’t lag behind in any field but the need of hour is to channelize their unbounded energy for which the state government is making concerted efforts. He said that the day is not far when due to these persistent efforts, the state will lead the country, adding that once Punjab leads the nation, India will guide the world. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that every effort is being made by the state government in this regard and no stone will be left unturned for this noble cause as a humble tribute to the national heroes.

    The Chief Minister said that the role played by Punjabis in the national freedom struggle stands out as a story of courage and sacrifice with no parallel anywhere in the world. He said that more than 80% of great warriors and patriots who laid down their lives or were subjected to British tyranny in one form or another were Punjabis.  Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the heroic gems like Baba Ram Singh, Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru, Sukhdev, Lala Lajpat Rai, Shaheed Udham Singh, Kartar Singh Sarabha, Diwan Singh Kalepani and several others shed every drop of their blood to achieve the ultimate goal of Independence.

    The Chief Minister said that it is a matter of great pride and satisfaction that even today, the brave people of this state continue to work hard to usher in an era of overall development in the country besides protecting the borders of the country. He said that whenever India faced any challenge from internal or external aggression, the brave Punjabis have always safeguarded the integrity and honor of the country from the forefront. Likewise, Bhagwant Singh Mann said that it is a well known fact that the hard working and resilient farmers of the state had played a crucial role in making the country self-reliant in food production.

    The Chief Minister said that the hard working farmers of the state exploited the only available natural resources of the state in terms of fertile soil and water to feed the nation, a tradition which has been successfully carried from 1960s till now. He said that despite the vagaries of weather the contribution of the state in the national food pool has always been on the top. Bhagwant Singh Mann also recalled the stellar role of the Punjabis in carving out a modern day India.

    The Chief Minister said that the zeal to serve the country and fight against tyranny, oppression and injustice, as taught by great Gurus, is still imbibed in Punjabis. He said that Sri Guru Nanak Dev ji raised voice against atrocities of mighty Mughals whereas Sri Guru Arjun Dev ji and Sri Guru Teg Bahadur attained martyrdom fighting against atrocities. Likewise, Bhagwant Singh Mann said that Sri Guru Gobind Singh sacrificed his entire family for the sake of the panth which is unparalleled in the history of the world.

    The Chief Minister said that every village of Punjab has the footprint of one or another martyr who had sacrificed their lives for the country. He said that even today the youth of state are valiantly safeguarding the borders of the country whether from the side of Pakistan, Bangladesh or China. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that some people are living in fool’s paradise when they try to teach us nationalism adding that the Punjabis don’t need NOC from these ‘pseudo nationalists’.

    The Chief Minister said that martyrs and great nationalists didn’t fight an aim battle but they had a single agenda and that was to free the country from foreign emancipation. He said that Shaheed Bhagat Singh was always worried that in whose hands the country would go after freedom. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that even after 76 years of independence the country is still in shackles of corruption, poverty, unemployment and others.

    The Chief Minister exhorted the younger generations to acquaint themselves with their rich cultural heritage. He said that though Punjab played a key role in the freedom struggle, it also had to bear the brunt of the partition as one million people migrated from the country. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the line drawn by Britishers gave deep wounds to the countrymen in general and Punjabis in particular.

    The Chief Minister said that his government is taking path breaking initiatives to realize the dreams of the great freedom fighters. He said that 117 Schools of Eminence are being constructed across the state for imparting quality education to the students. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that equipped with ultra modern infrastructure these schools will provide the best quality education to the students with the aim of grooming the students for professional and competitive courses including engineering, law, commerce, UPSC and NDA.

    Likewise, the Chief Minister said that in order to provide best healthcare facilities to the people the state government has opened 659 Aam Aadmi Clinics including 76 such clinics that have been dedicated to people on this Independence Day. He said that these clinics have revolutionized the health care sector in the state as more than 95% of patients visiting these clinics daily recover from their ailments. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the Aam Aadmi Clinics clinics are acting as a cornerstone in the revamping of the healthcare system in Punjab as ever since the starting of these clinics from August 15, 2022 these clinics have witnessed a footfall of more than 43.74 lakh patients, who have been provided the facility of free medicines, diagnose and clinical tests.

    The Chief Minister further said that the state government has already sets wheels in motion to recruit 1800 Constables and 300 Sub Inspectors every year in Punjab Police to overcome the scarcity of cops. He said that the notification of this recruitment in current year was held in January and the result will be out in the month of September adding that the Physical for this will be held in months of October-November and these cops will join in the month of December.  Bhagwant Singh Mann said that this is helping in channelizing their unbounded energy in a positive direction and help them in weaning away from the menace of drugs.

    The Chief Minister said that the state government had on July1, last year launched the guarantee to provide free power to the people. He said that since then 90% of the households in the state are getting free power and have got zero power bills since last July. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that along with domestic consumers, the food growers of the country are also getting free and uninterrupted power in the state.

    The Chief Minister said that the state is already excelling in the field of Industrial growth as due to concerted efforts of Punjab government state has emerged as the most favorable investment destination in the country. He said that the big companies like Tata Steel and others have made huge investments in the state. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that as per the data of Government of India, Punjab leads the north India in terms of registration of MSMEs.

    Announcing to launch a severe blow on the menace of drugs to save the youth of the youth, the Chief Minister vowed to make Punjab a ‘drug free’ state by the next Independence Day. He said that the blueprint for this crusade against drugs is ready and it will be implemented with the pro-active support of the people. Bhagwant Singh Mann envisioned that due to this foolproof planning of the state government, the state will remove the shackles of drugs by Independence Day 2024.

    The Chief Minister further said that the state government is according top priority to health, education, employment and agriculture sectors for realizing the dream of our great freedom fighters, martyrs and national heroes. He bemoaned that the dreams of martyrs have not been fulfilled even after the passing of more than 76 years of independence adding that the entire country is indebted to these great heroes for which their dreams have to be realized. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that for this the state government is making tireless efforts by laying major thrust on these sectors.

    The Chief Minister further said that due to concerted efforts of the state government Punjab is heading towards being a corruption free state. He said that already a massive campaign has been started to weed out the corruption from the state with the support of the people. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government is adopting a zero tolerance policy against corruption.

    The Chief Minister said that the state government is ensuring judicious utilization of the funds from the state exchequer. He said that contrary to his predecessors, who always chanted that the state treasury is empty, the state government is using every single penny for the well being of the people. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the state government has checked the pilferages in the public and now this fund is being used for welfare of people and development of the state.

    The Chief Minister also announced that efforts will be made to depoliticize the elections of village Sarpanchs. He said that the villages electing their Sarpanchs unanimously will be given a number of grants for the development of the villages. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the motive is to ensure that no violence takes place in the panchayat elections and a congenial atmosphere is maintained in the villages.

    Launching a scathing attack on the royal leaders of the state, the Chief Minister said that these opportunist leaders had never been with the people but they had always sided with either Mughals or Britishers or Congress and now with BJP whatever has suited them. He said that to appease the Britishers these people had described revolutionaries like Shaheed Bhagat Singh as ‘misguided youth’ besides unleashing a number of cruelties on great patriots like Shaheed Sewa Singh Thikriwal. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that these leaders had always given preference to their own vested interests over that of the state and its people.

    Earlier, the Chief Minister took the salute during an impressive march past by the contingents of ITBP, Punjab Police (men and women), Himachal Police, Punjab Home Guards, NCC, Saint John Ambulance Brigade of Red Cross, Scouts and Guides and PAP Pipe and Brass Band led by the parade Commander Jasroop Kaur Bath IPS.

    Earlier, a colourful variety programme comprising CM di Yogshala, tent pegging, variety program by school students, Gatka, Giddha, Bhangra and other traditional folk dances performed by the school and college students enthralled the audience.

    The Chief Minister also honoured three freedom fighters namely Mohkam Singh, Avtar Singh and Charan Singh along with members of Freedom Fighters Association Patiala.

  • Aam Aadmi Clinic in Urban Estate

    Aam Aadmi Clinic in Urban Estate

    14th August 23. Dear residents! Opening ceremony of 76 Aam Aadmi Clinics has been done virtually by Our Hon’ble & popular CM, on the eve of 76th Independence day, including one such clinic in Urban Estate phase-2 Patiala.

    Respected Chief Administrator, PUDA, Patiala graced the occasion. The lady staff members and others added happiness to the occasion by observing ribon-cutting ceremony through Senior leader of Aam Aadmi party Mr. Joshan. Dr Bhavna Sharma and supporting medcal. staff managed the event in a decent praiseworthy manner. With the opening of this clinic, a long pending demand of residents has been fulfilled by the Aam Aadmi party government.

    38 types of medical tests will be free along with necessary medicines. Tomorrow is holiday on account of Independence Day, the clinic will be functional the following day.

  • Digital finance campaign launched from village Mavi Sappa

    Digital finance campaign launched from village Mavi Sappa

    The Punjab State Rural Livelihood Mission has started a digital finance campaign in the villages under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahautsav in Block Patiala. Additional Deputy Commissioner (Rural Development) Isha Singhal, while giving information about the campaign, said that the main purpose of this digital finance camp at village Mavi Sappa is to make the villagers aware of digital financial transactions. Where on the one hand the women of the self-help group took training under the mission in their village, BC, are opening points, on the other hand, the government through these camps, B.C. In order to increase the work of Sakhi, work is being done to connect the villagers.
    In the camp, Punjab Grameen Bank Manager Joginder Singh provided valuable information about digital transactions to the members participating in the camp. The bank manager informed the members about various schemes running in the bank and informed the villagers about insurance, a permanent pension scheme, a savings account, etc. The main purpose of this camp is to introduce the village bank correspondent, Sakhi, to the villagers. To give information about the facilities provided by Sakhi.
    In the camp, B.C. Sakhi Rajwant Kaur informed the villagers, especially the women members present, about the various facilities for creating digital rural India. including savings accounts, digital money transactions, PMSBY, PMJJBY, APY, Sukanniya Samriddhi, Detailed information about health insurance is provided.
    The camp was graced by Reena Rani, District Programme Manager, PSRLM, who motivated the rural poor women about digital transactions. Varun Prashar BPM PSRLM included in the camp the adoption of digital transactions along with the use of debit cards, credit cards, PPF, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, overdraft facilities, and checks. Detailed information about poor rural women was given. Apart from this, by giving examples of women’s empowerment, the members were motivated to prepare two to three means of livelihood per household under the Livelihood Mission. The Sarpanch of the village, Shri Krishna, strongly appreciated this campaign of the government for the villagers. Asked to connect with Sakhi for easy banking.
    The bank manager, while discussing various schemes of the bank, encouraged the villagers to take advantage of the schemes. Seema Rani and Harjot Kaur, representatives of the Punjab State Rural Livelihood Mission, gave a message to more and more rural poor women to join the mission. On this occasion, village panch sahibs, senior secondary school teachers, Asha and Anganwadi workers, etc. participated.

  • Rajindra Hospital will witness long awaited Cochlear Implant Surgeries soon

    Rajindra Hospital will witness long awaited Cochlear Implant Surgeries soon

    The government of India has empanelled Rajindra Government Medical College and Hospital, Patiala, for cochlear implant surgery under the ADIP scheme. Under the able guidance of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Medical Education and Research Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, Rajindra Hospital & Medical College, Patiala, is ready to start the long-awaited cochlear implant surgeries, which would be done free of cost for poor patients. Rajindra Hospital, Patiala, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Ali Yavar Jung National Institute of Speech and Hearing Disabilities (Divyangjan) (AYJNISHD (D)) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

    All surgeries shall be done by a team of specialist doctors, Dr. Sanjeev Bhagat, Prof. and Head, and Dr. Vishav Yadav, Assistant Professor, from the ENT Department. Prof. Sanjeev Bhagat said, “Any child below 5 years of age will be eligible for the implant regardless of family income. The cochlear implant surgery costs around 7 lakhs. It will be free of charge for people with a monthly income below Rs 22,500. One whose income falls between Rs 22,500 and Rs 30,000 will have to bear 50% of the cost of surgery. After the surgery, the child will receive speech therapy.

    Divulging further details, Dr. Rajan Singla, Director Principal, Rajindra Hospital & Medical College, said, “The entire set-up of the cochlear implant will be created in the existing ENT department. A separate audiology wing will be built for cochlear implant patients rehabilitation. Once this facility is fully functional, people from Punjab won’t have to travel to PGI Chandigarh. It will decrease the burden on the patients”. Dr. Harnam Singh Rekhi, Medical Superintendent, Rajindra Hospital, Patiala, said, “Very soon, all the necessary infrastructure and manpower required will be procured on a priority basis to make this project successful.”