In a significant move to support the accredited media personnel in Haryana, the Haryana Cabinet which met under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved crucial amendments to the Pension Scheme for accredited media persons above the age of 60 years.
The key amendments include removal of the criminal case clause, tha condition stipulating the discontinuation of pension in the event of criminal case being registered against a beneficiary media person has been removed.
The clause regarding the discontinuation of pension if a media person’s conduct is found to be in violation of journalism ethics has also been deleted. Besides this, the restriction of granting pension to only one member per family, as per the Parivar Pehchan Patra, has been deleted.
Presently, the state government provides a monthly pension of Rs. 15,000 to the accredited media person of daily, evening, weekly, fortnight, monthly newspapers, news agencies, Radio Stations, news channels, who are above the age of 60. These amendments aim to enhance support a recognition for media personnel who have dedicated their careers journalism.
Haryana Cabinet approves Haryana Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Ordinance, 2024
Ordinance Issued to Enhance Backward Classes Empowerment in Panchayati Raj Institutions
With a view to give proportionate reservation to the persons belonging to Backward Classes ’B’ in the Panchayati Raj Institutions as per the recommendations of the Haryana Backward Classes Commission, the government purposes to amend sections 9, 59 and 120 of the Haryana Panchayati Raj act 1994.
The State Cabinet which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved an amendment in the Haryana Panchayati Raj Act, 1994 by issuance of the Haryana Panchayati Raj (Amendment) Ordinance, 2024.
This progressive change will help in the empowerment and upliftment of the disadvantaged persons amongst the Backward Classes (B) since the Haryana Vidhan Sabha is not in session, therefore the Cabinet has promulgated the Ordinance.
This will enable reservation of seats for members of BC (B) for the elected posts of Panch, Sarpanch, Panchayat Samiti Members and Zila Parishad Members.
Haryana Cabinet which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today accorded approval to a proposal regarding amendment in sections 6 and 11 of the Haryana Municipal Corporation Act, 1994 and Section 10 of the Haryana Municipal Act, 1973.
Keeping in view the recommendations of the Haryana Backward Classes Commission, the provisions with regard to the reservation of seats for Backward Classes ‘B’ for contesting the elections in the municipalities are to be made in section 6 and 11 of the Act, 1994 and section 10 of the Act, 1973.
Further, the provision for reservation of not less than one-third seats for women amongst the wards to be reserved for Backward Classes ‘B’ is also to be made in section 11 of the Act, 1994 and Section 10 of the Act, 1973 similar to the provision made for reservation of seats for women amongst the wards reserved for Backward Classes ‘A’ under these sections.
BPL families in Haryana will now get gas cylinder @ Rs. 500
More than 49 lakh families will benefit from this scheme
Cabinet accords approval regarding the same
Haryana Cabinet which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved the implementation of the New LPG Scheme in Haryana State for the families of Haryana State who are registered as LPG Consumers including Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY). The scheme to come into force with effect from August 1, 2024.
Under this scheme, all the registered BPL families of Haryana State will be provided upto 12 cylinder refills per annum @ Rs. 500 per cylinder (14.2 Kg domestic cylinder). Also, to promote Women Empowerment in Haryana State, the LPG subsidy amount will be transferred into the bank account of the eldest female member of the family. If there is no female member above the age of 18 years in the family, then the LPG subsidy will be transferred into the bank account of the eldest male member of the family. More than 49 lakh families will benefit from this scheme, directly improving the health and lives of poor women of Haryana state. The government will bear the expenditure by expending Rs. 1457 crore to benefit the BPL families.
Notably, it was yesterday only when the Chief Minister while addressing the people at a state-level event organized on Hariyali Teej in Jind had announced that under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, beneficiary families in Haryana will now receive gas cylinders for Rs 500.
Government of Haryana Extends Time Limit for Societies to Obtain New Registration Numbers
Haryana Cabinet which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini has approved the amendment in Haryana Registration and Regulations of Societies Rules, 2012 by extending the time limit for existing societies to obtain new registration numbers by the existing societies registered under Societies Registration Act, 1860.
As per the amendment, the State Government has decided to amend Rule 8(1) of the HRRS Rules, 2012, to grant an additional extension for societies to obtain their new registration numbers. This extension will be implemented through a notification and will be subject to the payment of re-registration fees as prescribed in Schedule-1 of the HRRS Rules, 2012. Although societies registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, are deemed to be registered under the HRRS Act, 2012, the new registration number is essential for ensuring that their memorandum and by-laws align with the provisions of the HRRS Act, 2012.
Furthermore, every existing Society shall apply to the District Registrar for allotment of a new registration number in Form-VI on payment of fee set out in the Schedule of fees contained in Appendix-1. The Society shall file an application and submit the requisite documents along with a certificate from the office-bearer duly authorized by the Governing Body to the effect that the Memorandum and the Byelaws of the Society, as being presented before the District Registrar, conform to the provisions of the Act and the model byelaws.”
The amendment, named the Haryana Registration and Regulation of Societies (Amendment) Rules, 2024, will facilitate the re-registration process by extending the time limit for societies to obtain new registration numbers. Societies are required to file an application and submit requisite documents along with a certificate from an authorized office-bearer, ensuring compliance with the HRRS Act, 2012.
Despite multiple extensions and efforts, a substantial number of societies have yet to transition to the new regulatory framework. Initially, 86,717 societies were registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. Out of these, only 12,923 societies have re-registered under the HRRS Act, 2012, leaving 73,981 societies pending re-registration.
Haryana Government takes Historic Decision for Contractual Employees
Contractual Employees to Receive Job Security
Approximately 1.20 Lakh Contractual Employees Across the State to Benefit
Contractual Employees Under HKRN and Outsourcing Policy Part-1 and Part-2 to be covered
Haryana government led by Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini has made a historic decision to ensure job security for contractual employees. This move will benefit approximately 1.20 lakh contractual employees across the state. The decision will apply to employees working under HKRN, including those engaged under outsourcing policy Part-1 and Part-2.
Haryana Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved to bring the Haryana Contractual Employees (Security of Tenure) Ordinance, 2024. This ordinance will enhance facilities for contractual employees and guarantee their job security until the age of superannuation.
According to this ordinance, the state government has established provisions to ensure job security for all contractual employees working across various state departments, including Haryana Kaushal Rojgar Nigam, until their age of superannuation. Contractual employees who complete 5 years of service by August 15, 2024, will be eligible under this decison. They will receive a basic salary equivalent to the pay scale of posts. Additionally, their consolidated monthly remuneration will be increased with effect from first day of January and first day of July every year corresnding to the increase in Dearness Allowance.
The ordinance also includes provisions for an annual increment on the consolidated monthly remuneration for contractual employees after one year of service. These employees will be entitled to death-cum-retirement gratuity benefits. In addition, contractual employees will also be eligible for all the benefits under the Maternity Act. Under the PM-Jan Arogya Yojana-Chirayu Extension Scheme, the families of contractual employees will also be provided the benefit of health facilities.
However, employees earning more than Rs 50,000 per month will not be covered. Those working under centrally sponsored schemes will also be excluded.
Those who have worked for 5 years or more will get 5% more pay than the minimum pay level of the same post in addition to the consolidated remuneration. Similarly, those who have worked for 8 years or more will get 10 percent more than the minimum pay level of the same post in addition to the remuneration. Employees who have worked for 10 years or more will get 15 percent more than the minimum pay level of the same post in addition to the remuneration.
Guest teachers will also get additional benefits
Another significant decision made in the cabinet meeting is that guest teachers will also receive above benefits. The facilities and advantages not previously covered by the Guest Teachers Act will now be extended to them. This decision reflects the state government’s ongoing commitment to the welfare of its employees, marking a historic step in supporting them.
Farmers to receive Rs. 2000 per acre bonus for all Kharif and Horticulture crops
Cabinet approves the same
Haryana Cabinet which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved to give a Bonus on Kharif crops in Haryana. With this decision, farmers will receive Rs. 2000 per acre one time bonus for all Kharif and Horticulture crops.
The farmers and other Kisan Organizations of the State were raising issues of high input costs due to adverse weather conditions this year for Kharif Crops. This year, heat waves/stress caused more water consumption and other crop-maintaining inputs. Further, it has also been observed that there is a deficit in rain by 40 percent, which increases the input cost.
The increased input cost is, in part, directly related to extreme weather events during critical growth phases of crop development. Pests and diseases can also cause significant crop damage, which is indirectly related to climate conditions. Pest and disease occurrences often coincide with extreme weather events and anomalous weather conditions. To protect crops against these effects, farmers’ input costs are higher this Kharif season. Therefore, accepting the demand of the state’s farmers, the government has decided to give bonuses for Kharif Crops.
Rs. 2000 per acre approved for all crops grown including horticulture crops
The Cabinet has approved the one time bonus of Rs. 2000 per acre independent of crops grown, the financial implication is around Rs. 1300 crore. First release of the bonus will be paid by August 15, 2024 to all farmers of all crops registered on Meri Fasal Mera Byora (MFMB), who have or will register by August 14, 2024. As the MFMB registrations progress the new farmers will also receive bonus.
Haryana Government has decided to request Haryana Scheduled Caste Commission to study all the data and send its recommendations soon on the basis of the recent decision of Supreme Court regarding classification of reservation for Scheduled Castes in jobs.
A decision to this effect has been taken in the State Cabinet held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today.
Nayab Sarkar takes historic decision in favour of Farmers
Farmers to receive a bonus of Rs. 2000 per acre for Kharif and horticultural crops
Farmers with less than one acre of land will also receive a bonus of Rs. 2000
– In a significant move to support farmers, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the state government will provide a bonus of Rs. 2000 per acre for Kharif and horticultural crops. This decision, made during a Cabinet meeting, underscored the government’s commitment to prioritizing farmers’ interests. The one-time bonus is expected to cost the government Rs. 1300 crore.
Divulging more details in this regard, the Chief Minister, while addressing the media persons after the Cabinet meeting today said that the present central and state governments have always made decisions in the interest of farmers.
He further shared that from June 4 to July 29 this year, only 87 millimeters of rainfall was received, leading farmers to spend more on tube wells and other resources. Due to the additional costs for crop production, the cost of crops has increased. Therefore, the government has made this significant decision in favor of the farmers.
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that he is the son of a poor farmer and understands the plight of farmers well. During the Kharif season, our food growers faced many difficulties. The government has decided to provide a one time bonus of Rs. 2000 per acre for all Kharif crops, as well as fruits, flowers, and other crops. Even small farmers with less than one acre of land would receive Rs. 2000 as a bonus, said the Chief Minister.
He said that last year, there was 48.6 millimeters of rain in May, 86.6 millimeters in June, and 265 millimeters in July, but this year there was less rainfall. In the interest of the farmers, today’s cabinet meeting unanimously decided to provide the bonus. In a previous cabinet meeting, they had also discontinued the levy of British-era Abiana.
He appealed to farmers who have not yet registered their crops on the “Meri Fasal Mera Byora” portal to complete their registration by August 15, 2024.
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini criticised former Chief Minister, Sh. Bhupinder Singh Hooda, accusing him of politicising every issue and misleading people with false statements. He said that Hooda had ignored the Swaminathan Commission’s recommendations during his tenure and now speaks of farmer welfare. The Chief Minister asserted that the Congress has neither the policy nor the intention to do anything for farmers.
The Chief Minister said that the government is continuously making decisions for public welfare, whether for farmers, employees, or media personnel.
Vinesh Phogat will receive the benefits equivalent to an Olympic Silver Medalist
The Chief Minister said that ace wrestler Vinesh Phogat is the daughter of Haryana, and we are very proud of her performance in the Olympics. Vinesh Phogat has not only made Haryana proud but has also brought glory to the entire Nation at the international level. He said that regardless of any reasons she may not have been able to play in the Olympic final, she is a champion for all of us. Therefore, the Haryana government has decided to award Vinesh Phogat with the same rewards and benefits as an Olympic silver medalist.
He also congratulated and extended best wishes to Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh for winning medals in the Olympics.
Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department, Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Director General, Information, Public Relations, Language, and Culture Department, Sh. Mandip Singh Brar, Media Secretary, Sh. Praveen Attrey, and other officers remained present on this occasion.
State-Level Certification Committee formed in view of Assembly Elections – Pankaj Agarwal
Haryana Chief Electoral Officer, Sh. Pankaj Agarwal said that in preparation for the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections, a State-Level Certification Committee has been formed in accordance with the guidelines of the Election Commission of India.
He stated that Additional Chief Electoral Officer, Smt. Hema Sharma, will be the Chairperson of this committee. The committee members will include Indian Administrative Service officer, Sh. Mohammed Shayin, Deputy Director, CBC, Chandigarh, Ms. Sangeeta Joshi, and Assistant General Manager, HARTRON, Sh. Arun Bansal.
Haryana Government allocates Districts/Posts to New Group-D Employees
Adjustment of HKRN/Outsourced Employees Following Allocation of Districts/Posts to Newly Recruited Common Cadre Group-D Employees
The Haryana Government has decided to allocate districts/posts to the newly recruited Common Cadre Group-D employees as per Advertisement No. 01/2023.
A letter addressed to all Administrative Secretaries and Heads of Departments by the Chief Secretary states, “If any HKRN or outsourced employee is removed as a result of the joining of the newly recruited Common Cadre Group-D employee, the Head of Department is authorised to reassign the HKRNL or outsourced employee to any other suitable vacant post.”
