normalnormalnormalHaryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini said that the life of eminent freedom fighter and founder of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, stands as a symbol of national service, sacrifice and unwavering principles. He said Dr. Mookerjee’s birth anniversary is not merely an occasion to remember him but an opportunity to follow the path he showed and inspire the younger generation with his ideals, values and vision.The Chief Minister was addressing the Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee 125th Commemoration Programme in Ambala on Monday. Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Sh. Jagat Prakash Nadda also attended the event.On the occasion, the Chief Minister made a major announcement that the Science Centre, to be constructed in Ambala at a cost of Rs. 85 crore, will be named after Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee. He also announced that a statue of Dr. Mookerjee would be installed near the under-construction Shaheed Smarak (Martyrs’ Memorial).Earlier, the Chief Minister, Union Minister, Jagat Prakash Nadda, State President, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Haryana, Dr. Archana Gupta, and Member BJP Parliamentary Board, Smt. Sudha Yadav paid floral tributes to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee.Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that a two-year nationwide commemoration marking Dr. Mookerjee’s birth anniversary has been underway since last year and will continue until July 2027. He described the initiative as a national campaign to take Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s thoughts and ideals to every household and every citizen, while expressing the nation’s gratitude for his immense contribution.He said Dr. Mookerjee’s personality reflected a remarkable confluence of scholarship, dedicated public service and patriotism.Recalling his life, the Chief Minister said Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee was born in Kolkata on July 6, 1901, and inherited both academic excellence and a deep commitment to national service from his family. His father, Sir Ashutosh Mookerjee, was one of Bengal’s most distinguished educationists. At the age of just 33, Dr. Mookerjee became the youngest Vice-Chancellor of the University of Calcutta. He later served as an influential member of the Constituent Assembly and also held the office of Independent India’s first Minister for Industry and Supply, shared Nayab Singh SainiThe Chief Minister said Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s political career was driven not by the pursuit of power but by his commitment to service and principles. When questions concerning national interest and fundamental principles arose, he resigned from the Union Cabinet on April 19, 1950. Subsequently, he met the then RSS Sarsanghchalak Guru Golwalkar and, together with Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, which later became the ideological foundation of today’s Bharatiya Janata Party.Highlighting Ambala’s historic association with Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, the Chief Minister said that on May 8, 1953, while travelling to Jammu and Kashmir, Dr. Mookerjee stopped at Ambala railway station and sent a message to the then Prime Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Sheikh Abdullah, informing him that he was proceeding to Jammu without a permit to assess the prevailing situation and help restore peace.He further said that at the Ravi river bridge, Dr. Mookerjee was served with government orders preventing his entry into Jammu and Kashmir. However, he firmly declared that he was determined to enter the state. He subsequently entered Jammu and Kashmir without a permit, was arrested, and placed under detention near Srinagar, where he later passed away during detention.The Chief Minister described this as the supreme sacrifice made for the unity and integrity of India.He recalled that Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee had given the historic call, “One nation cannot have two flags, two constitutions and two prime ministers.” He said it is a matter of pride that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, this long-standing resolve has been fulfilled. He added that Dr. Mookerjee’s birth anniversary inspires every citizen to place national interest above all else and follow his ideals.The Chief Minister further said that under Prime Minister, Narendra Modi’s leadership, the country is collectively working towards achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047, while drawing inspiration from Dr. Mookerjee’s ideals.Make in India, the National Education Policy and Atmanirbhar Bharat are carrying forward Dr. Mookerjee’s nationalist vision- Jagat Prakash NaddaUnion Minister for Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, while addressing the gathering, said that Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee was not merely a historical figure but the architect of the vision of ‘Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat’. He dedicated his entire life to safeguarding India’s unity, integrity and cultural nationalism. under the leadership of Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, that vision is being translated into reality.He said Dr. Mookerjee founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh on October 21, 1951, providing the country with a strong ideological alternative. Built upon those ideals, the Bharatiya Janata Party has today become the world’s largest political party, while the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is serving people across most parts of the country.Jagat Prakash Nadda said Dr. Mookerjee had declared that “One nation cannot have two constitutions, two prime ministers and two flags.” He laid down his life for the complete integration of Jammu and Kashmir with India. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, this vision was realised through the abrogation of Article 370 on August 5, 2019.He further said that Dr. Mookerjee had advocated granting citizenship to refugees who had fled religious persecution in East Pakistan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi fulfilled this vision by implementing the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA).The Union Minister added that flagship initiatives such as Make in India, defence manufacturing, semiconductor production, the National Education Policy, and Atmanirbhar Bharat represent important steps towards realising Dr. Mookerjee’s nationalist vision. He described the National Education Policy as a historic reform that makes education more accessible, affordable, flexible and rooted in the mother tongue.Union Minister praises Haryana’s pace of developmentUnion Minister, Jagat Prakash Nadda lauded Haryana’s “double-engine government” and appreciated the leadership of Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, highlighting the state’s developmental achievements.Referring to key infrastructure projects supported by the Central Government, he mentioned the Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant in Yamunanagar, the Dwarka Expressway, the Rewari Bypass, expansion of the national highway network, railway projects, and the Maruti Suzuki manufacturing facility at Kharkhoda, all of which, he said, are accelerating Haryana’s development.He also praised the state’s transparent recruitment system, noting that thousands of young people have secured government jobs without recommendations or bribery. He said the state government has undertaken commendable initiatives in women’s welfare, healthcare and infrastructure development. He also referred to the Lado Laxmi Yojana, the provision of LPG cylinders at Rs. 500 for eligible beneficiaries, and procurement of farmers’ crops at the Minimum Support Price (MSP). Expansion of AIIMS facilities and cancer treatment infrastructure, he added, has brought about significant improvements in the healthcare sector.The Union Minister further said that Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee had played a historic role in ensuring that West Bengal remained an integral part of India. Had he not led that movement, West Bengal, in its present form, might not have existed today.He said the most meaningful tribute to Dr. Mookerjee would be for every citizen to contribute towards building a Developed India and a Self-Reliant India, while always placing national interest above personal considerations.Jagat Prakash Nadda, also lauded Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s announcement to name the Ambala Science Centre after Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee and to install his grand statue there, congratulating the Chief Minister on the decision.Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee was a pioneer of India’s industrial transformation: BJP Haryana President Dr. Archana GuptaAddressing the programme, Dr. Archana Gupta said Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee made the ultimate sacrifice for the unity of the nation and was among the earliest advocates of making India self-reliant.She said that as Independent India’s first Minister for Industry and Supply, Dr. Mookerjee earned widespread respect for his integrity, commitment to duty and principled public life, even while serving in opposition to prevailing political currents.She said that he laid particular emphasis on four key areas i.e railways, airports, defence production and nuclear energy and said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is carrying forward the same vision.Senior BJP leader, Banto Kataria, State Convener, Sandeep Joshi, District President, Mandeep Rana, former Minister, Aseem Goel, Mayor, Akshita Saini, former MLA, Pawan Saini, Santosh Sarwan, and several other dignitaries also remained present on this occasion.Haryana to Strengthen Research Ecosystem; Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi Reviews Proposal to Link SJHIFM with Kurukshetra UniversityHaryana is set to take a major step towards strengthening policy-oriented research and evidence-based governance, with Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi reviewing a proposal to recognize the Swarna Jayanti Haryana Institute for Fiscal Management (SJHIFM) as a research centre of the Kurukshetra University.The initiative aims to build a robust research ecosystem to support the State’s long-term development vision and the goal of Viksit Haryana-2047.During a meeting held under the chairmanship of the Chief Secretary, the proposal was discussed to enable SJHIFM to undertake doctoral research programmes and emerge as a multidisciplinary centre of excellence in policy research, fiscal management, digital governance and capacity building. The move is expected to institutionalise long-term research in priority sectors and strengthen evidence-based decision-making within the Government.Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education, A.K. Singh informed that the proposed association of SJHIFM with Kurukshetra University would enable the Institute to offer Ph.D. programmes on the lines of established research institutions in the country, in accordance with the Acts and Statutes of Kurukshetra University and norms prescribed by the UGC. He said that SJHIFM is already engaged in outcome-based research, public policy studies, fiscal management, digital governance and capacity-building initiatives, and this association would significantly enhance its academic and research capabilities.The meeting also examined a proposal to revise the eligibility criteria for the sanctioned posts of Team Lead and State Programme Officer at SJHIFM. The revised norms aim to attract a wider pool of highly qualified professionals, including Ph.D. holders, academicians, research scholars, scientists and experts from universities, research institutions, government departments, public sector undertakings and autonomous bodies. This would also help create a pool of eligible supervisors for the proposed Ph.D. programmes.The initiative is expected to strengthen Haryana’s research ecosystem in alignment with the State’s developmental priorities and provide evidence-based policy inputs for effective governance.Vice-Chancellor of Kurukshetra University, Prof. S.N. Sachdeva; Director General, Higher Education, S. Narayanan; Advisor, Swarna Jayanti Haryana Institute for Fiscal Management, Panchkula, Prof. R.S. Rathore; and other senior officers from the Department of Higher Education and SJHIFM were present in the meeting.Haryana Sets National Benchmark in Cyber Policing; Refund rate through Money Restoration Module (MRM) Eight Times National AverageChief Secretary Anurag Rastogi reviews PRAGATI action plan; over 14,000 unlawful online contents removed in 6 months, 3,947 cyber criminals arrestedHaryana has emerged as one of the country’s leading states in combating cybercrime, recording a 31 per cent cyber fraud fund restoration rate through Money Restoration Module (MRM)—more than eight times the national average of 3.85 per cent—while taking down over 14,000 unlawful online contents in the first six months of 2026, 3,947 cyber criminals arrested. During last one and a half year 927 cybercriminals arrested from cyber hotspot NUH alone. January 2025 to June 2026, 9,100 police personnel have been trained in cyber investigation. These achievements were highlighted before Haryana Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi during a high-level PRAGATI review meeting on Monday, where he directed officials to further strengthen technology-driven policing, artificial intelligence-based cyber surveillance and institutional capacity to stay ahead of evolving digital threats.The Chief Secretary was informed that Haryana has significantly outperformed the national average under the Money Restoration Module (MRM) developed by the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). While the national restoration rate stands at 3.85 per cent, with 6,906 restoration orders issued in 1,79,203 cases, Haryana has achieved a 31 per cent restoration rate, securing 2,241 restoration orders out of 7,316 cases. Officials attributed the achievement to dedicated monitoring teams at the State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (S4C), regular follow-up with victims and prompt processing of indemnity bonds for speedy release of frozen funds.SP (Cyber) Mayank Gupta informed that the State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (S4C), established in 2023 at Panchkula, has considerably expanded its capabilities during 2026. Apart from its existing specialised units dealing with cyber fraud complaints, bank follow-up, mule accounts, investigation monitoring, mobile and URL blocking, the centre has added an AI Integration Cell, Social Media Monitoring Unit, OCWC Unit, Creative Awareness Unit and Secret Cell. Proposals are also under preparation for setting up dedicated Training, Policy, Research & Development, Dark Web Investigation and Virtual Digital Asset divisions to further strengthen cyber policing in the state.He said Haryana operationalised the e-Zero FIR facility on June 25, 2026, under which all cyber fraud complaints involving amounts exceeding ₹1 lakh, received through the national 1930 Cyber Helpline, are automatically converted into electronic Zero FIRs and transmitted to the jurisdictional Cyber Police Stations for immediate registration and investigation, ensuring faster legal action in high-value cyber fraud cases.Through the Sahyog Portal, Haryana removed 14,139 unlawful online contents between January and June 2026, compared with 5,169 takedowns during the entire year of 2025. The removed content included phishing websites, fake advertisements, fraudulent social media posts, phishing Google advertisements and non-consensual intimate imagery.The meeting also reviewed enforcement against organised cybercrime in Nuh, Haryana’s identified cybercrime hotspot. Between January 2025 and June 2026, Haryana Police registered 473 suo motu FIRs, arrested 927 cybercriminals, seized 751 mobile phones and 1,442 SIM cards. In addition, intelligence-led preventive operations resulted in the blocking of 43,354 mobile numbers and 5,007 linked IMEIs using tower dump analysis, IMEI linkage and the Pratibimb Portal, significantly disrupting organised cyber fraud networks operating from the region.The Chief Secretary also reviewed the functioning of the Grievance Redressal Module (GRM), which deals with complaints relating to frozen bank accounts during cybercrime investigations. Officials informed that 410 out of 533 grievances have already been disposed of, with dedicated monitoring teams ensuring that all cases are addressed within the stipulated 15-day timeline, providing timely relief to genuine account holders.The review highlighted Haryana’s sustained investment in strengthening cyber investigation capabilities. At present, 675 police personnel are engaged in cybercrime investigation across the state. A total of 3,742 officers have completed online training through the CyTrain Portal, while 5,390 personnel have undergone specialised offline training at the Haryana Police Academy, Madhuban, between January 2025 and May 2026. Two police officials of Haryana Police are trained as Cyber Commando through Cyber Commando Training. 12 more officials are qualified for the next phase of Cyber Commando Training.On inter-state coordination, officials informed the Chief Secretary that Haryana continues to rank among the country’s leading states through the Samanvaya Portal, having responded to 8,625 of the 8,872 requests received from other states—an efficiency of more than 97 per cent.The meeting also reviewed Haryana Police’s extensive public awareness campaign against cyber fraud. Between January and June 2026, the department organised 1,322 awareness programmes across schools, colleges, bus stands, markets and other public places, reaching nearly 3.14 lakh citizens. Senior police officers have also been regularly disseminating advisories through social media to educate people about emerging cyber fraud techniques and preventive measures.Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi directed all concerned departments to expedite the sanction of manpower for the State Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, further strengthen AI-enabled cyber intelligence, enhance inter-agency coordination and ensure faster investigation, prosecution and victim assistance so that Haryana continues to remain at the forefront of cyber policing in the country.Additional Chief Secretary, Home, Sudhir Rajpal, Additional Secretary, Home, Dr. Vandana Disodia, DGP Ajay Singhal, and other senior officers were present in the meeting.Every pregnant woman will receive timely, quality and comprehensive maternal healthcare services- Arti Singh Rao Health Department to observe ‘Zero Preventable Maternal Death’ Fortnight from July 7 to 22Haryana Health Minister, Arti Singh Rao said every pregnant woman in the state will receive timely, quality and comprehensive maternal healthcare services. She directed officials to intensify community outreach to ensure that no pregnant woman is deprived of essential antenatal care or institutional delivery services.The Health Minister said that, as part of a major initiative to strengthen maternal healthcare and further reduce the state’s maternal mortality rate, the National Health Mission (NHM), Haryana has decided to observe the ‘Zero Preventable Maternal Death Fortnight’ across all districts of the state from July 7 to July 22.She said that this campaign aims to ensure that every pregnant woman receives timely, quality and comprehensive maternal healthcare services so that no maternal death occurs that could have been prevented. The initiative reflects the state government’s commitment to safeguarding the lives of mothers and achieving the highest standards of maternal healthcare, said Arti Singh Rao.She said the Health Department remains steadfast in its commitment to providing accessible, equitable and high-quality maternal healthcare services. Through the collective efforts of frontline health workers, medical professionals, partner organisations and the community, the state aims to make the ‘Zero Preventable Maternal Death Fortnight’ a significant milestone in protecting mothers’ lives and ensuring safe motherhood for every woman in Haryana, said Ms. Arti Singh Rao.The Health Minister appealed to all healthcare providers in both the government and private sectors to work in close coordination during the campaign and ensure timely, safe and quality care for every pregnant woman. She also urged families to encourage pregnant women to undergo regular antenatal check-ups, recognise danger signs at an early stage, and seek immediate medical assistance whenever required.Sharing details of the campaign, Mission Director of the National Health Mission (NHM) for Haryana, Dr R.S. Dhillon said detailed review meetings had been held with all Civil Surgeons to ensure its effective implementation. During these meetings, Civil Surgeons were directed to take stringent and proactive measures to identify high-risk pregnancies, strengthen antenatal care services, ensure timely referrals, maintain round-the-clock preparedness at First Referral Units (FRUs), and closely monitor every pregnant woman requiring special attention.Dr R.S. Dhillon further said that District health officers have also been directed to maintain strict surveillance and respond promptly to any obstetric emergency.He said special emphasis has been placed on the identification and follow-up of high-risk pregnancies, timely referral and transportation, availability of blood and blood components, emergency obstetric care, specialist services, and the uninterrupted functioning of labour rooms and maternity facilities.Dr R.S. Dhillon further shared that Health teams have also been directed to intensify community outreach through ASHAs, ANMs, staff nurses and medical officers to ensure that no pregnant woman misses essential antenatal care or institutional delivery services.NHM Director, Dr Virender Yadav said that, recognising maternal health as a shared responsibility, the Health Department has sought active cooperation and participation from the Indian Medical Association (IMA), Haryana, and the Haryana chapter of the Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India (FOGSI). Both organisations have been requested to actively participate in the campaign and extend all possible support towards achieving the goal of zero preventable maternal deaths.Dr Virender Yadav further said that all private doctors associated with the IMA and FOGSI will provide two free postnatal check-ups to women who deliver at their hospitals within seven days of childbirth. He said this initiative will help ensure quality postnatal care and address any high-risk factors that could pose a threat to the life of a breastfeeding mother.Haryana’s Sports Policy the Best in the Country; State Athletes Bringing Glory to India at National and International levels- Cabinet Minister Krishan Kumar Bedi Development Works Gaining Momentum Under the Leadership of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, says MinisterHaryana Social Justice, Empowerment, Scheduled Castes and Backward Classes Welfare, and Antyodaya (SEWA) Minister, Krishan Kumar Bedi said that under the leadership of Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, the state government is undertaking historic initiatives in the field of sports. He said Haryana’s sports policy has emerged as a model for the entire country.The Minister said that the government has taken several effective measures to ensure better training for athletes, modern sports infrastructure and transparent incentives, enabling Haryana’s sportspersons to consistently bring laurels to both the state and the nation at national and international competitions.The Cabinet Minister was addressing the gathering as the chief guest at the closing ceremony of the Season One Corporate League held at Gosain Khera village, Jind District late Sunday evening. On the occasion, he also announced a grant of Rs 7.21 lakh for the sports committee.Krishan Kumar Bedi said the state government is committed to providing world-class facilities to athletes. Through initiatives aimed at strengthening sports infrastructure, scholarships for sportspersons, diet allowances, insurance coverage and Centres of Excellence, the government is creating better opportunities for young athletes to excel. He said the government’s objective is to retain Haryana’s position as the country’s leading sports state while preparing outstanding athletes for future Olympic Games and other international competitions.He further said that under the leadership of Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, development is being carried out not only in sports but across all sectors, including education, healthcare, roads, irrigation, social justice, women’s empowerment and rural development. The government is working with complete transparency and accountability to ensure that the benefits of its welfare schemes reach the last person in society, said Sh. Krishan Kumar Bedi.The Minister said the state government is continuously creating opportunities for employment, self-employment and skill development for the youth. He said that with transparent recruitment processes, a modern education system and the expansion of digital services, Haryana is setting new benchmarks in development. He urged the people of the state to make the maximum use of the government’s public welfare schemes and actively contribute to Haryana’s overall development.Krishan Kumar Bedi said sports play a crucial role in keeping the younger generation away from social evils such as drug abuse. Young people who regularly participate in sporting activities develop discipline, a positive outlook and a healthy lifestyle, helping them stay away from substance abuse. He said the state government is not only encouraging youth participation in sports but is also conducting extensive awareness campaigns against drug addiction.The government is providing incentives to athletes, expanding access to modern sports facilities and organising competitions at various levels so that more young people can showcase their talent through sports, he said.The Minister added that the government’s objective is not only to produce outstanding athletes but also to build a healthy, aware and drug-free society. In this direction, various departments are jointly organising awareness programmes, rallies, workshops and public outreach campaigns to educate young people about the harmful effects of drug abuse.He also appealed to the public, parents, teachers and social organisations to actively participate in connecting young people with sports and in building a drug-free society.normalnormalThe post Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee’s life is Source of Inspiration for National Service, Sacrifice& Principles appeared first on Chandigarh City News.