Union Home Minister, Amit Shah on Monday unveiled the grand statue of Maharaja Agrasen in a programme organized at Maharaja Agrasen Medical College, Agroha Hisar. On this occasion, he also inaugurated the newly constructed ICU block and laid the foundation stone for the PG hostel. Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Saini also remained present on this occasion.
At Maharaja Agrasen Medical College, Agroha, Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled a grand 20-foot-tall and 800-kilogram statue of Maharaja Agrasen. The statue, made of fiberglass and mild steel, was constructed at an estimated cost of around Rs. 2 crore. It stands on a 10-foot-high platform, enhancing its grandeur and visual impact. The unveiling of this statue will establish a new historical identity in the region.
The Maharaja Agrasen Medical Education and Scientific Research Society, Agroha, was founded on April 8, 1988. The institution’s founding chairman, the late O.P. Jindal envisioned making it a center of excellence in the medical field. Today, the institution is providing high-quality education and top-tier medical services to patients.
On this occasion, Union Home Minister also inaugurated the newly constructed ICU block, which is equipped with modern medical technology. This facility will provide swift and accurate treatment for critical patients. Initially, the ICU block had only eight beds, but the number has now been increased to 32.
Amit Shah also laid the foundation stone for PG hostel at Maharaja Agrasen Medical College, Agroha. With the foundation stone laid for the PG hostel, residential facilities for medical students will be expanded, ensuring better accommodation and convenience for aspiring doctors.
Public Health Engineering and Public Works Minister, Ranbir Singh Gangwa, Health Minister, Kumari Arti Rao, BJP State President, Sh. Mohan Lal Badoli, MP, Sh. Naveen Jindal, MLAs, Smt. Savitri Jindal and Sh. Vinod Bhayana, Sh. Randhir Panihar, Deputy Commissioner, Sh. Anish Yadav, and other distinguished guests also remained present on the occasion.
CM seeks blessings at Shri Mata Mansa Devi Temple on second day of Chaitra Navratri
M extends Chaitra Navratri greetings to the people
Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini along with his family, visited Shri Mata Mansa Devi Temple on the second day of Chaitra Navratri. He offered prayers and sought blessings from the Mata. After this, the Chief Minister reached Yagnyashala and performed Havan.
His wife, Smt. Suman Saini, and son, Vinay Saini, also participated in the rituals and received blessings.
The Chief Minister extended his greetings and best wishes to the people of Haryana on the occasion of Chaitra Navratri. He prayed for the well-being, peace, and prosperity of the state and hoped that the people would continue to contribute to the state’s development.
Haryana dominates 34th Sub Junior National Kabaddi Championship
Haryana’s boys’ Kabaddi team clinched the gold medal, while the girls’ team secured the silver medal
Cabinet Minister and President of Haryana Amateur Kabaddi Association Krishan Lal Panwar congratulates the players
Haryana Development and Panchayat Minister, as well as President of the Haryana Amateur Kabaddi Association, Sh Krishan Lal Panwar, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the state’s players for their outstanding performance at the 34th Sub Junior National Kabaddi Championship, held at G.D. Goenka Public School in Bodhgaya, Bihar. In the championship, Haryana’s boys’ Kabaddi team clinched the gold medal, while the girls’ team secured the silver medal.
Krishan Lal Panwar praised the remarkable performance of the Under-17 boys’ team, which performed brilliantly and won the gold medal by defeating the SAI team by a huge margin of 54-41 in the final match. He also lauded the spirited efforts of the Under-17 girls’ team, which put up a strong fight against Rajasthan but narrowly missed the gold, settling for silver with a close score of 39-37.
He said that this historic victory has given Haryana Kabaddi another new position and has proved the hard work and dedication of the players. He also congratulated and wished Kabaddi Association Chairman Kuldeep Dalal, Secretary Naseeb Janghu, coaches of boys and girls team and all the officials.
Krishan Lal Panwar stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, new policies have been introduced to promote sports at both national and international levels, significantly benefiting athletes across the country. As a result, India has gained a new identity on the global stage. Today, Haryana’s athletes are receiving widespread recognition both within the country and abroad.
He further said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini, the Haryana Government is providing the highest prize money to Olympic and Paralympic medalists, which serves as a great source of encouragement for athletes. To nurture sporting talent from a young age, more than 1,000 sports nurseries have been established across the state, where youth are being trained in their chosen sports. Today, Haryana has emerged as a leading hub for sports in the country.
Speaking about the players’ achievements, he highlighted that Haryana’s Kabaddi players have demonstrated that success is inevitable when hard work, dedication, and team spirit come together. Their journey serves as an inspiration for young athletes to persevere in the face of challenges and stay committed to their goals. This victory is a significant achievement for all the players, reinforcing Haryana’s long-standing dominance in Kabaddi at both national and international levels. It is now certain that Haryana will continue to hold a crucial place in the sport in the future.
Haryana constituted high-level committee to review price policy and examine cost of cultivation for major kharif and rabi crops in the state
The Haryana Government has constituted a high-level committee under the chairmanship of Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare to review the current Price Policy for the upcoming seasons and years. The primary objective of this committee is to examine the cost of cultivation for major kharif and rabi crops in the state that contribute to the state’s agricultural economy.
A spokesman of Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran said that the State Government is committed to enhancing the welfare of farmers and ensuring that the state’s agricultural sector remains robust, competitive and sustainable in the years to come. Through this committee, the government aims to craft policies that balance the interests of farmers, consumers and the state’s economic priorities.
He said that the committee, which will meet twice a year, has been tasked with evaluating the prevailing price policy, the cost of cultivation and offering comprehensive recommendations on the necessary actions to make the policy more effective and responsive to the needs of farmers in Haryana. The formation of this committee comes in response to the need for a sustainable and farmer-friendly price policy that ensures fair remuneration for agricultural produce, promotes crop diversification and addresses the challenges posed by rising production costs, he added.
The spokesman said that examining the cost of cultivation, reviewing the price policy, providing recommendations and supporting farmer welfare are the key objectives of the Committee. He said that the committee will assess the current cost of cultivation for major crops grown in Haryana, taking into consideration factors such as input costs, labor, irrigation, and other related expenses. Besides, it will evaluate the existing price policy for crops and suggest improvements to ensure fair and remunerative prices for farmers, aligning with the cost of production. He said that based on its findings, the committee will provide recommendations to the State Government on strategic actions that can be taken to enhance the effectiveness of the price policy. Also, the committee will focus on ensuring that the price policy benefits farmers while addressing their economic needs and challenges, contributing to the growth of Haryana’s agricultural sector.
He said that the committee will consist of Director, Additional Directors, Joint Directors and Deputy Directors from the Agriculture Department, Heads of Economics and Agronomy section of Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University (CCSHAU), Hisar and Director of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department as Members and Chief Executive Officer of Haryana Kisan Kalyan Pradhikaran as Member Secretary.
The spokesman said that this initiative is a significant step toward ensuring that our agricultural policies align with the evolving needs of our farmers. By bringing together experts, stakeholders, and farmer representatives, the government aims to create a platform that actively addresses the challenges faced by the agricultural community, ensures fair remuneration and promotes sustainable farming practices. He said that this committee will serve as a catalyst for informed decision-making, paving the way for more effective policies that prioritize the well-being of farmers and strengthen the agricultural sector as a whole.
