City churches extend support to Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Chandigarh, April 9, 2014
Several Christian organisations today extended support to Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal. Representatives of various Christian organisations today came in support of Mr. Bansal at his residence.
President of the Indian Christian Welfare Association, Mr. Emmanuel Nahan, also a PU Senate member said several Christian organisations have extended support to Mr. Bansal. He said the organisations represent churches of city.
Among others present there included Lawrence Malik, Anil Ghazan, Kamal Dilshan, Anwar Masih, Raj Kamal, Rajesh Kumar, Such Pal, Vimal Masih and Pawan Kumar among several others.
Chandigarh, April 9, 2014
Several Christian organisations today extended support to Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal. Representatives of various Christian organisations today came in support of Mr. Bansal at his residence.
President of the Indian Christian Welfare Association, Mr. Emmanuel Nahan, also a PU Senate member said several Christian organisations have extended support to Mr. Bansal. He said the organisations represent churches of city.
Among others present there included Lawrence Malik, Anil Ghazan, Kamal Dilshan, Anwar Masih, Raj Kamal, Rajesh Kumar, Such Pal, Vimal Masih and Pawan Kumar among several others.
Congress campaign ends with a Victory!
Chandigarh, April 8, 2014:
After about a month of tireless campaign by the Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, it ended with a victory sign from all Congress leaders as it came to an end at 6 pm on Tuesday. With just a day left for the elections, the confident party workers and leaders said it all with a victory sign at the Sector 20 public meeting here today.
Four-time Member of Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal who spent his last one month campaigning in each and every corner of the city said, he was confident of his victory, because without giving any reasons, everything was in front of the eyes of Chandigarh people. Mr. Bansal who has also been a union minister has got appreciation for his concern towards the ‘City Beautiful’.
In the last over one month, Mr. Bansal attended around 400 public meetings and Padyatra covering the entire city, its rehabilitated colonies, slums and villages. Having got a rousing welcome wherever he went, tremendous support was seen in all his interactions with the public in the last one month.
The last venue on the last day of campaigning was Sector 20 where Mr. Bansal made promises to be delivered as before. He lambasted the BJP for banking on self-hyped ‘Modi Wave’ which carried no weight in it, except being an example of spending extravagantly on branding him as its Prime Ministerial candidate.
He rightfully and emphatically said Congress had always banked on development and that’s what had always fetched him votes, with margin going up every time. “Even the BJP manifesto is a cut and paste of Congress achievements, so don’t be misled by what they have to say because there isn’t any real wave but one created and inflated to create an aura against a leader like Modi who’s so called Gujarat model stands exposed”, said Mr. Bansal.
Meanwhile, the party workers extensively campaigned in favour of their leader throughout the city today. Just before the last public meeting, a get-together and interaction with a group of doctors and ex-servicemen was kept in Sector 18.
All party leaders in city, villages and colonies were seen making the people aware about the policies of UPA government in the centre and how face of Chandigarh had changed in the last 15 years with Mr. Bansal as the MP.
“When you go out to vote on Thursday, think twice if you want to vote for a performer whom you had seen all these years or outsiders who were there not in city but on big screens in cinemas”, appealed Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, closing his campaign right on time as per the election commission guidelines.
Chandigarh, April 8, 2014:
After about a month of tireless campaign by the Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, it ended with a victory sign from all Congress leaders as it came to an end at 6 pm on Tuesday. With just a day left for the elections, the confident party workers and leaders said it all with a victory sign at the Sector 20 public meeting here today.
Four-time Member of Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal who spent his last one month campaigning in each and every corner of the city said, he was confident of his victory, because without giving any reasons, everything was in front of the eyes of Chandigarh people. Mr. Bansal who has also been a union minister has got appreciation for his concern towards the ‘City Beautiful’.
In the last over one month, Mr. Bansal attended around 400 public meetings and Padyatra covering the entire city, its rehabilitated colonies, slums and villages. Having got a rousing welcome wherever he went, tremendous support was seen in all his interactions with the public in the last one month.
The last venue on the last day of campaigning was Sector 20 where Mr. Bansal made promises to be delivered as before. He lambasted the BJP for banking on self-hyped ‘Modi Wave’ which carried no weight in it, except being an example of spending extravagantly on branding him as its Prime Ministerial candidate.
He rightfully and emphatically said Congress had always banked on development and that’s what had always fetched him votes, with margin going up every time. “Even the BJP manifesto is a cut and paste of Congress achievements, so don’t be misled by what they have to say because there isn’t any real wave but one created and inflated to create an aura against a leader like Modi who’s so called Gujarat model stands exposed”, said Mr. Bansal.
Meanwhile, the party workers extensively campaigned in favour of their leader throughout the city today. Just before the last public meeting, a get-together and interaction with a group of doctors and ex-servicemen was kept in Sector 18.
All party leaders in city, villages and colonies were seen making the people aware about the policies of UPA government in the centre and how face of Chandigarh had changed in the last 15 years with Mr. Bansal as the MP.
“When you go out to vote on Thursday, think twice if you want to vote for a performer whom you had seen all these years or outsiders who were there not in city but on big screens in cinemas”, appealed Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, closing his campaign right on time as per the election commission guidelines.
‘BJP, AAP candidates are side failed actors trying their hand in politics’: Shakeel Ahmad
Chandigarh, April 7, 2014:
All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretary Shakeel Ahmad today came in support of the party candidate Pawan Kumar Bansal appealing to vote for a person who has been performing since the last 15 years. Referring to the BJP and AAP candidates he said they are both side actors who failed to be successful in the film world and are here to try their luck in city politics.
The public meeting in Sector 22 had another senior leader Pratap Singh Bajwa, president of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee who is also contesting elections from Gurdaspur Lok Sabha seat. He had come specially to campaign for Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Shakeel Ahmad congratulated Bansal for his humility and several development works undertaken by him. He said it was because of ideology of secularism that Bansal has connected Chandigarh to places of pilgrimage of all religions by introducing several trains.
The congress general secretary said Modi’s Gujarat model has been exposed and it was another example of how BJP leaders indulge in lies like Joseph Goebbels the propaganda minister of Hitler who believed that a lie said 100 times strongly appears to be truth.
Pratap Singh Bajwa, known for his oratory skills, came down heavily on BJP and AAP candidates saying outsiders can never perform. He said it was indeed a matter of shame for both parties that in a literate city like Chandigarh they could not find a single person who could be fielded in the elections.
He said he had left his own campaign in Punjab to come here and seek votes for Bansal who was close to his heart and that his performance would fetch him votes.
In a convincing address Bajwa said the two actors take money to speaking a dialogue so what will happen when they have to speak to people of Chandigarh? He congratulated Bansal for connecting city to so many cities through trains including those to places of Sikh pilgrimage.
Bajwa also recalled the achievements of the Congress and appealed to the people of Chandigarh to choose the right candidate when they go out to vote on April 10, which was none other than Bansal. He assured that once Congress comes to power in 2017, Punjab would not let Chandigarh face any water crisis and would ensure free flow of water to the city.
Pawan Kumar Bansal assured the people he would continue to work for the people and blamed the BJP for always trying t stall development works.
Among others who spoke on the occasion included CTCC president B.B. Bahl, former mayor Pardeep Chhabra, Gurjot Singh, Davinder Babla and H.S. Lucky. Among others present were Gurbax Rawat, Lalit Joshi, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Harmel Kesari and several other party workers and leaders.
Chandigarh, April 7, 2014:
All India Congress Committee (AICC) General Secretary Shakeel Ahmad today came in support of the party candidate Pawan Kumar Bansal appealing to vote for a person who has been performing since the last 15 years. Referring to the BJP and AAP candidates he said they are both side actors who failed to be successful in the film world and are here to try their luck in city politics.
The public meeting in Sector 22 had another senior leader Pratap Singh Bajwa, president of the Punjab Pradesh Congress Committee who is also contesting elections from Gurdaspur Lok Sabha seat. He had come specially to campaign for Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Shakeel Ahmad congratulated Bansal for his humility and several development works undertaken by him. He said it was because of ideology of secularism that Bansal has connected Chandigarh to places of pilgrimage of all religions by introducing several trains.
The congress general secretary said Modi’s Gujarat model has been exposed and it was another example of how BJP leaders indulge in lies like Joseph Goebbels the propaganda minister of Hitler who believed that a lie said 100 times strongly appears to be truth.
Pratap Singh Bajwa, known for his oratory skills, came down heavily on BJP and AAP candidates saying outsiders can never perform. He said it was indeed a matter of shame for both parties that in a literate city like Chandigarh they could not find a single person who could be fielded in the elections.
He said he had left his own campaign in Punjab to come here and seek votes for Bansal who was close to his heart and that his performance would fetch him votes.
In a convincing address Bajwa said the two actors take money to speaking a dialogue so what will happen when they have to speak to people of Chandigarh? He congratulated Bansal for connecting city to so many cities through trains including those to places of Sikh pilgrimage.
Bajwa also recalled the achievements of the Congress and appealed to the people of Chandigarh to choose the right candidate when they go out to vote on April 10, which was none other than Bansal. He assured that once Congress comes to power in 2017, Punjab would not let Chandigarh face any water crisis and would ensure free flow of water to the city.
Pawan Kumar Bansal assured the people he would continue to work for the people and blamed the BJP for always trying t stall development works.
Among others who spoke on the occasion included CTCC president B.B. Bahl, former mayor Pardeep Chhabra, Gurjot Singh, Davinder Babla and H.S. Lucky. Among others present were Gurbax Rawat, Lalit Joshi, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Harmel Kesari and several other party workers and leaders.
‘BJP is working on the ideology of RSS’: Mohsina Kidwai
Chandigarh, April 6, 2014:
Senior Congress leader Mohsina Kidwai today blamed Narendra Modi for indulging in religion-based politics, which was against the Congress ideology of secularism.
In a massive public meeting near Manimajra housing board chowk organised by Khudame Millat Sabha, she said BJP is just another name of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), adding that the Congress ideology promoted communal harmony, peace and unity, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and other RSS-inspired organisations were spreading communal hatred and divisive politics, which was quite dangerous for the country.
“Congress is not just another party. See this flag which has our emotions attached to it and it was our leaders who fought in the freedom struggle”, said Mohsina in her brief 15 minutes convincing address. She said it was only Congress which works with an open mind and cannot spend lavishly on branding its leaders the way BJP was doing for Modi.
She appealed to the people to vote for Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal who had brought development in the city and complimented the Congress leadership in the centre for its ideology which promotes unity and integrity.
Former Punjab Chief Minister, Rajinder Kaur Bhattal who was also present on the occasion said Mr. Bansal has done so much for the city that no former MP can even match 10 percent of the work done by him. Coming down on BJP and AAP candidates she said they had come to study the ABC of politics here and are here on ‘probation’. She challenged the BJP to explain how it could consider Modi as its prime ministerial candidate when he was into religion-based policies in a secular India.
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while thanking Kidwai to be a part of his campaign said people of the country have now understood BJP had been trying to mislead them. “BJP is projecting Modi like a God but not admitting the real face of Gujarat, which is that of dismay.”
Among prominent who were present there included Maulana Shakeel, Alla Rakha, Jagmohan Singh Kang, Pawan Sharma, Madhu Bansal, B.B. Bahl among others.
Chandigarh, April 6, 2014:
Senior Congress leader Mohsina Kidwai today blamed Narendra Modi for indulging in religion-based politics, which was against the Congress ideology of secularism.
In a massive public meeting near Manimajra housing board chowk organised by Khudame Millat Sabha, she said BJP is just another name of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), adding that the Congress ideology promoted communal harmony, peace and unity, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and other RSS-inspired organisations were spreading communal hatred and divisive politics, which was quite dangerous for the country.
“Congress is not just another party. See this flag which has our emotions attached to it and it was our leaders who fought in the freedom struggle”, said Mohsina in her brief 15 minutes convincing address. She said it was only Congress which works with an open mind and cannot spend lavishly on branding its leaders the way BJP was doing for Modi.
She appealed to the people to vote for Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal who had brought development in the city and complimented the Congress leadership in the centre for its ideology which promotes unity and integrity.
Former Punjab Chief Minister, Rajinder Kaur Bhattal who was also present on the occasion said Mr. Bansal has done so much for the city that no former MP can even match 10 percent of the work done by him. Coming down on BJP and AAP candidates she said they had come to study the ABC of politics here and are here on ‘probation’. She challenged the BJP to explain how it could consider Modi as its prime ministerial candidate when he was into religion-based policies in a secular India.
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while thanking Kidwai to be a part of his campaign said people of the country have now understood BJP had been trying to mislead them. “BJP is projecting Modi like a God but not admitting the real face of Gujarat, which is that of dismay.”
Among prominent who were present there included Maulana Shakeel, Alla Rakha, Jagmohan Singh Kang, Pawan Sharma, Madhu Bansal, B.B. Bahl among others.
‘Choose between a performer and actors: Manish Bansal’
Chandigarh, April 6, 2014:
“You have to choose between a performer, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, and the actors of the other two parties”, said Manish Bansal, son of Mr. Bansal while addressing a massive meeting of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI) Chandigarh wing in Sector 35 here Sunday evening.
Campaigning for Mr. Bansal, he said we have to make people aware why Congress candidate has to be voted and his election would decide the fate of the city. “More than 70 percent of population is youth population and its only leader like Rahul Gandhi who thinks about the youth”, said Manish.
“It was only the UPA government which took the initiative to work for youth and today we see skill centers and the IT Park which has helped several youngsters to get employment opportunities”, he said.
Manish Bansal said youth is the backbone and participation in politics is very important. “You have to choose between the performer Mr. Bansal who has taken the city to a new path of development. Actors always stay away from people and cannot spare time for listening to the problems of people.”
“Can we go to Mumbai and seek their appointment and they are here to showoff and not perform. Today I got to know about serious allegations leveled by sister-in-law of BJP candidate Kirron Kher, which shows her character”, he added.
AAP is another example of a failed leadership as Kejriwal had to run away after forming the government and could not take any decision but was only active in demonstrations, said Manish. He also added it was Rajiv Gandhi who had brought in IT sector and BJP had opposed the same. And also it was him that voting age was reduced from 21 to 18.
Rajesh Sharma, Congress leader while speaking on the occasion the hyped Modi campaign needs to be deflated and that can be done only by exposing his fake Gujarat model campaign which has been hyped beyond proportions. He added that in the campaign Modi has shown a photograph of some other country saying its that of Gujarat. Gurpreet Singh Gabi, former youth Congress president also spoke on the occasion.
Among others present were Gurjot Sandhu, state president NSUI, Chandigarh Bindu Thakur, former state general secretary, NSUI Chandigarh, Manu Madaan, former state vice president NSUI, Balsharan Singh Gill, Incharge NSUI Lok Sabha elections, Chandigarh,
The Congress today stepped up its campaign with just two days left for the campaigning to come to an end. All congress leaders and the city mayor H.C. Kalyan were busy in campaigning for Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Under the leadership of Bhushan Chawaria, Surinderpal and Ram Niwas, Sikandar Ali, and Firaz several BSP workers today joined the Congress.
BJP Yuva Morcha workers who joined the Congress included Rahul, Manoj, Bunty, Parveen Kumar, Rajinder, Sachin, Parvesh, Shiv Kumar, Tilak, Anuj, Aman, Bahadur and Baljinder. Suparna Sharma who had joined the Congress last week today welcomed Janki, Anil Chaudhary.
Sector 20 Residents Welfare Association president Ram Swarup also joined Congress from BJP.
Members of the Namdhari community also joined the Congress today.
Chandigarh, April 6, 2014:
“You have to choose between a performer, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, and the actors of the other two parties”, said Manish Bansal, son of Mr. Bansal while addressing a massive meeting of the National Students' Union of India (NSUI) Chandigarh wing in Sector 35 here Sunday evening.
Campaigning for Mr. Bansal, he said we have to make people aware why Congress candidate has to be voted and his election would decide the fate of the city. “More than 70 percent of population is youth population and its only leader like Rahul Gandhi who thinks about the youth”, said Manish.
“It was only the UPA government which took the initiative to work for youth and today we see skill centers and the IT Park which has helped several youngsters to get employment opportunities”, he said.
Manish Bansal said youth is the backbone and participation in politics is very important. “You have to choose between the performer Mr. Bansal who has taken the city to a new path of development. Actors always stay away from people and cannot spare time for listening to the problems of people.”
“Can we go to Mumbai and seek their appointment and they are here to showoff and not perform. Today I got to know about serious allegations leveled by sister-in-law of BJP candidate Kirron Kher, which shows her character”, he added.
AAP is another example of a failed leadership as Kejriwal had to run away after forming the government and could not take any decision but was only active in demonstrations, said Manish. He also added it was Rajiv Gandhi who had brought in IT sector and BJP had opposed the same. And also it was him that voting age was reduced from 21 to 18.
Rajesh Sharma, Congress leader while speaking on the occasion the hyped Modi campaign needs to be deflated and that can be done only by exposing his fake Gujarat model campaign which has been hyped beyond proportions. He added that in the campaign Modi has shown a photograph of some other country saying its that of Gujarat. Gurpreet Singh Gabi, former youth Congress president also spoke on the occasion.
Among others present were Gurjot Sandhu, state president NSUI, Chandigarh Bindu Thakur, former state general secretary, NSUI Chandigarh, Manu Madaan, former state vice president NSUI, Balsharan Singh Gill, Incharge NSUI Lok Sabha elections, Chandigarh,
The Congress today stepped up its campaign with just two days left for the campaigning to come to an end. All congress leaders and the city mayor H.C. Kalyan were busy in campaigning for Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Under the leadership of Bhushan Chawaria, Surinderpal and Ram Niwas, Sikandar Ali, and Firaz several BSP workers today joined the Congress.
BJP Yuva Morcha workers who joined the Congress included Rahul, Manoj, Bunty, Parveen Kumar, Rajinder, Sachin, Parvesh, Shiv Kumar, Tilak, Anuj, Aman, Bahadur and Baljinder. Suparna Sharma who had joined the Congress last week today welcomed Janki, Anil Chaudhary.
Sector 20 Residents Welfare Association president Ram Swarup also joined Congress from BJP.
Members of the Namdhari community also joined the Congress today.
Cong to ensure pension for all eligible elderly, says MP Bansal.
Chandigarh, April 4, 2014
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Congress candidate today said if Congress comes to power, the party would come out with a policy which ensures minimum of Rs 2000 as pension for those below a certain income group. Advocating the need for more old age homes, Mr. Bansal also said social security is important for the elderly who face difficulties once they are retired.
While speaking at a function organised by Chandigarh Senior Citizens Association in Sector 21 community centre here today, Mr. Bansal said, “I am myself a senior citizen now and feel there’s a lot which needs to be done for the community which has contributed a lot for the development in some way or the other in the society.”
He said there is a large population in our country which is between 60 to 80 years of age and in all 12 percent of the total population is that of the elderly. “It’s unfortunate to see they face an uncertain future as far as emotional, physical and economic security is concerned”, Mr. Bansal added.
Mr. Bansal said he had always made efforts as Chandigarh MP and also as union minister to bring policies for the senior citizens and also for their safety. “One can know about the issues by being here in the city which I have been able to as I have represented the city for the last 15 years. He said other parties had fielded candidates who were outsiders and were unaware of the issues.”
He said the latest provision in the Congress manifesto provides for health security which will go a long way in providing affordable health care to the elderly, in which all pensioners would be included. Referring to a scheme of reverse mortgage Mr. Bansal said it could not take off though it provided security to the elderly. Mr. D.S. Grewal president of the Chandigarh Senior Citizens Association also spoke on the occasion and said Mr. Bansal had always done a lot for the betterment of the senior citizens and extended full support to him.
LIC and GIC Employees Union met Mr. Bansal and gave him a charter of demands, which included there should be no privatization. Mr. Bansal said once elected to power he would meet them and discuss their demands. Among prominent present there included Rajeev Sehgal, Brig Lal, Yash Pal, JP Sharma, Kulbhushan Sharma.
Another get-together of the senior citizens was kept in Sector 23 this morning. It had been organised by Residents Welfare Association.
In the morning Mr. Bansal got a rousing welcome in Sector 47 C and D where he carried out Padyatra and went campaigning door to door in sectors 32, 46 and 47 where he was accompanied by former mayor Ravinder Singh Pali. Bansal was welcomed by shopkeepers and slogans were shouted in his favour.
Chandigarh, April 4, 2014
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Congress candidate today said if Congress comes to power, the party would come out with a policy which ensures minimum of Rs 2000 as pension for those below a certain income group. Advocating the need for more old age homes, Mr. Bansal also said social security is important for the elderly who face difficulties once they are retired.
While speaking at a function organised by Chandigarh Senior Citizens Association in Sector 21 community centre here today, Mr. Bansal said, “I am myself a senior citizen now and feel there’s a lot which needs to be done for the community which has contributed a lot for the development in some way or the other in the society.”
He said there is a large population in our country which is between 60 to 80 years of age and in all 12 percent of the total population is that of the elderly. “It’s unfortunate to see they face an uncertain future as far as emotional, physical and economic security is concerned”, Mr. Bansal added.
Mr. Bansal said he had always made efforts as Chandigarh MP and also as union minister to bring policies for the senior citizens and also for their safety. “One can know about the issues by being here in the city which I have been able to as I have represented the city for the last 15 years. He said other parties had fielded candidates who were outsiders and were unaware of the issues.”
He said the latest provision in the Congress manifesto provides for health security which will go a long way in providing affordable health care to the elderly, in which all pensioners would be included. Referring to a scheme of reverse mortgage Mr. Bansal said it could not take off though it provided security to the elderly. Mr. D.S. Grewal president of the Chandigarh Senior Citizens Association also spoke on the occasion and said Mr. Bansal had always done a lot for the betterment of the senior citizens and extended full support to him.
LIC and GIC Employees Union met Mr. Bansal and gave him a charter of demands, which included there should be no privatization. Mr. Bansal said once elected to power he would meet them and discuss their demands. Among prominent present there included Rajeev Sehgal, Brig Lal, Yash Pal, JP Sharma, Kulbhushan Sharma.
Another get-together of the senior citizens was kept in Sector 23 this morning. It had been organised by Residents Welfare Association.
In the morning Mr. Bansal got a rousing welcome in Sector 47 C and D where he carried out Padyatra and went campaigning door to door in sectors 32, 46 and 47 where he was accompanied by former mayor Ravinder Singh Pali. Bansal was welcomed by shopkeepers and slogans were shouted in his favour.
Pawan Kumar Bansal gets support from city areas for development.
Chandigarh, April 3, 2014:
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal visited different parts of the city and got a tremendous response for development in city. The residents assured him of support as he had met his promises and performed extraordinarily well.
Addressing gatherings in sector 43 and 51 Mr. Bansal listed out various developments during his tenure, with health and education being on priority. He also appealed to the residents to vote for the Congress.
Among prominent present were Satyaprakash Aggarwal, Sheela Phool Singh, K.S. Kochhar, Shishpal, Vikram Chopra, Mukesh Mahajan, Hatesh Puri, J.R. Gill, Avinash, G.S. Ahluwalia and other party leaders and supporters.
Mr. Bansal while addressing a rally in Manimajra Shastri Nagar and also interacted with people. He was welcomed with garlands and slogan shouting in his favour. He was weighed against ladoos and among those prominent were Sarpanch Devinder Lubana, Satbir Singh, Nasib Singh and Ishwar Singh.
He while addressing people at Indira Colony said the Congress hand is always with people. He said Congress has always worked on the ideology of working for the poor.
Mr. Bansal said the Congress manifesto released in Delhi recently has two very important agendas of right to home and right to health. He said many new schools have come up in city and more are coming up, besides upgrading the existing ones and converting some of them to smart schools.
Among those present there were mayor H.C. Kalyan, former mayor Surinder Singh, Pawan Sharma, Mahinder Nath Dubey, Samsuddin, Subhash Dhiman, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Maninder Dhillon, Satyaprakash, and Renu Singla among others.
Chandigarh, April 3, 2014:
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal visited different parts of the city and got a tremendous response for development in city. The residents assured him of support as he had met his promises and performed extraordinarily well.
Addressing gatherings in sector 43 and 51 Mr. Bansal listed out various developments during his tenure, with health and education being on priority. He also appealed to the residents to vote for the Congress.
Among prominent present were Satyaprakash Aggarwal, Sheela Phool Singh, K.S. Kochhar, Shishpal, Vikram Chopra, Mukesh Mahajan, Hatesh Puri, J.R. Gill, Avinash, G.S. Ahluwalia and other party leaders and supporters.
Mr. Bansal while addressing a rally in Manimajra Shastri Nagar and also interacted with people. He was welcomed with garlands and slogan shouting in his favour. He was weighed against ladoos and among those prominent were Sarpanch Devinder Lubana, Satbir Singh, Nasib Singh and Ishwar Singh.
He while addressing people at Indira Colony said the Congress hand is always with people. He said Congress has always worked on the ideology of working for the poor.
Mr. Bansal said the Congress manifesto released in Delhi recently has two very important agendas of right to home and right to health. He said many new schools have come up in city and more are coming up, besides upgrading the existing ones and converting some of them to smart schools.
Among those present there were mayor H.C. Kalyan, former mayor Surinder Singh, Pawan Sharma, Mahinder Nath Dubey, Samsuddin, Subhash Dhiman, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Maninder Dhillon, Satyaprakash, and Renu Singla among others.
High Court lawyers, staff come in support of Pawan Bansal.
Chandigarh, April 3, 2014:
Congress candidate, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today said he has always believed in performance and that’s what has helped me represent this city for three times. Reminiscing those times he spent as a lawyer, he said he still remembers how there were just a few hundred members of the bar association and now the number has risen to 8000.
After getting a warm welcome and support from the lawyers and the staff, Mr. Bansal was addressing them at the Punjab and Haryana High Court today. Mr. Bansal who himself hails from a family of lawyers, went around the court and was received with full support. He spent three hours in the court premises and was assured full support.
Mr. Bansal while addressing the members of legal fraternity said what he had learnt from politics is to accuse the opponents and that’s because he has always tried to perform and work sincerely but the opposition has always blamed me that I haven’t performed. “If I got a chance to represent the city four times, it was because of support of all of you”, he said.
He said today Chandigarh is known for its infrastructure, health and education facilities. He said today PGI has all the specialties, the Panjab University which was facing deficit has been given additional grant.
Talking about connectivity he said 10 new trains were started during last 10 months which have connected city to several cities. Mr. Bansal added air connectivity would also improve with consent having been given to increase watch hours which will allow international flights also to connect to Chandigarh.
Mr. Santokhwinder Singh Grewal (Nabha), Honorary Secretary of the Bar Association Punjab and Haryana High Court while speaking on the occasion said out of the amount of Rs 55 lakh approved out of MPLADS, Rs 25 lakh had already come, which was a big contribution of Mr. Bansal for the development of High Court.
Dr. Anmol Rattan Sidhu president of the Bar Association of Punjab and Haryana High Court also spoke on the occasion.
Chandigarh, April 3, 2014:
Congress candidate, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today said he has always believed in performance and that’s what has helped me represent this city for three times. Reminiscing those times he spent as a lawyer, he said he still remembers how there were just a few hundred members of the bar association and now the number has risen to 8000.
After getting a warm welcome and support from the lawyers and the staff, Mr. Bansal was addressing them at the Punjab and Haryana High Court today. Mr. Bansal who himself hails from a family of lawyers, went around the court and was received with full support. He spent three hours in the court premises and was assured full support.
Mr. Bansal while addressing the members of legal fraternity said what he had learnt from politics is to accuse the opponents and that’s because he has always tried to perform and work sincerely but the opposition has always blamed me that I haven’t performed. “If I got a chance to represent the city four times, it was because of support of all of you”, he said.
He said today Chandigarh is known for its infrastructure, health and education facilities. He said today PGI has all the specialties, the Panjab University which was facing deficit has been given additional grant.
Talking about connectivity he said 10 new trains were started during last 10 months which have connected city to several cities. Mr. Bansal added air connectivity would also improve with consent having been given to increase watch hours which will allow international flights also to connect to Chandigarh.
Mr. Santokhwinder Singh Grewal (Nabha), Honorary Secretary of the Bar Association Punjab and Haryana High Court while speaking on the occasion said out of the amount of Rs 55 lakh approved out of MPLADS, Rs 25 lakh had already come, which was a big contribution of Mr. Bansal for the development of High Court.
Dr. Anmol Rattan Sidhu president of the Bar Association of Punjab and Haryana High Court also spoke on the occasion.
Chandigarh needs mature representative in parliament- Bhattal
Chandigarh, April 2
The film actors, who are in city to enter the politics, would not think of it again, once defeated by the former union minister, sitting MP and congress candidate from Chandigarh, Pawan Kumar Bansal. This was stated by former Punjab chief minister Rajinder Kaur Bhattal.
She said this while addressing a huge rally in Manimajra. The office bearers of Residents Welfare Association of Pipliwala town in Manimajra, including its president, Ramesh Goel also announced their support to Bansal in this rally.
Bhattal said that the residents of the city beautiful knew that city needs a seasoned representative in parliament and not the politicians who had joined it on probation and yet were not certain that how they would be able to contribute their time for city or to handle the acting assignments. Bhattal said that it was surprising that both parties, BJP and Aam Admi Party could not find even a single candidate from the city and had to depend on bollywood actors to represent the city.
Addressing the gathering Pawan Kumar Bansal talked about various projects taken up in Chandigarh and Manimajra during his tenure as MP. Bansal said that the complaint of the residents about the foul smell from the nullah passing through Manimajra had been covered by constructing a box type drain. He also talked about the initiative taken for getting the land of Darshani Bagh and other areas released from acquisition, even after notification was issued.
Addressing the gathering, the national president of INTUC, Dinesh Kumar Sundriyal said that UPA government had passed several legislations for the poor, like Food Security Bill and others for street vendors.
Former councilor, Devinder Singh Babla said that residents of Chandigarh had always rejected the outside candidates, which have been fielded by any party during the past. This time too, the residents would not accept outside candidate. This was also evident when after being given the ticket by BJP high command, Kirron Kher was welcomed by BJP workers by showing the black flags.
Prominent among those who were present included Chandigarh Territorial Congress Party, president, B.B.Bahl, INTUC Chandigarh president, Arun Malhotra, Ashok Kumar and several other prominent leaders.
Chandigarh, April 2
The film actors, who are in city to enter the politics, would not think of it again, once defeated by the former union minister, sitting MP and congress candidate from Chandigarh, Pawan Kumar Bansal. This was stated by former Punjab chief minister Rajinder Kaur Bhattal.
She said this while addressing a huge rally in Manimajra. The office bearers of Residents Welfare Association of Pipliwala town in Manimajra, including its president, Ramesh Goel also announced their support to Bansal in this rally.
Bhattal said that the residents of the city beautiful knew that city needs a seasoned representative in parliament and not the politicians who had joined it on probation and yet were not certain that how they would be able to contribute their time for city or to handle the acting assignments. Bhattal said that it was surprising that both parties, BJP and Aam Admi Party could not find even a single candidate from the city and had to depend on bollywood actors to represent the city.
Addressing the gathering Pawan Kumar Bansal talked about various projects taken up in Chandigarh and Manimajra during his tenure as MP. Bansal said that the complaint of the residents about the foul smell from the nullah passing through Manimajra had been covered by constructing a box type drain. He also talked about the initiative taken for getting the land of Darshani Bagh and other areas released from acquisition, even after notification was issued.
Addressing the gathering, the national president of INTUC, Dinesh Kumar Sundriyal said that UPA government had passed several legislations for the poor, like Food Security Bill and others for street vendors.
Former councilor, Devinder Singh Babla said that residents of Chandigarh had always rejected the outside candidates, which have been fielded by any party during the past. This time too, the residents would not accept outside candidate. This was also evident when after being given the ticket by BJP high command, Kirron Kher was welcomed by BJP workers by showing the black flags.
Prominent among those who were present included Chandigarh Territorial Congress Party, president, B.B.Bahl, INTUC Chandigarh president, Arun Malhotra, Ashok Kumar and several other prominent leaders.
BSP sr. vice president, party covering candidate Maurya joins Congress.
Chandigarh, April 1
In a major setback to the BSP, its party senior vice president, Ram Sumer Maurya, a former councillor and also the covering candidate of Jannat Jahan the BSP Lok Sabha candidate today joined the Congress. The senior party leader joined the Congress at a public meeting held here in Sector 32.
The BSP leader joined the party in the presence of Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal and Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president Mr. B.B. Bahl. Former mayor Pardeep Chhabra while announcing the joining said it was a major blow to the BSP, which has lost even its official covering candidate.
Other BSP leaders who joined the Congress along with Maurya were Mohan Lal, Prem Pal Chauhan, Jaswant and Avinash. It was only two days back prominent BSP leader Kunnu alias Jatinder Yadav along with his supporters had joined the Congress.
Mr. Bansal while welcoming the BSP leader said it was a moment of pride for the Congress that such a senior leader has joined the Congress, and it will strengthen the party. Mr. Bahl while welcoming Maurya said it was indeed very encouraging that Maurya had joined the Congress keeping faith in the ideology of the the party.
Other leaders present in the public meeting were Vijay Rana, Pawan Sharma, Jatinder Bhatia among others. Mr. Bansal also addressed a rally in Sector 49 Shivalik Apartments where people welcomed the Congress candidate and thanked him for bringing housing societies in city keeping in mind the needs of a growing city like Chandigarh.
Mr. Bansal in another function by by ICAI (The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India) here in Sector 22 said, “With the growing number of Chartered Accountants aligned with mushrooming of industry and corporates in Chandigarh and region at large, I advocate the institution of Centre of Excellence for Chartered Accountants fraternity which will eventually helps a lot to meet the demands of this profession”. He was addressing a interactive session with gathering of intellects from CA fraternity, banking industry, traders’ association and resident welfare associations.
Bansal also perceived Chandigarh as the financial hub considering his strategic location, therefore CAs can smell a bright future. Bansal also insured the fraternity about the setting up of Centre of Excellence for CA fraternity in the region.
Organised by ICAI (The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India), the session served a platform for CAs and related professionals to share their concerns in trade and brought them to this in the knowledge of Mr. Bansal.
The gathering was welcomed by CA DK Singla, Past Chairman, Chandigarh branch of ICAI, Director, PNB and Director, CITCO in ther presence of CA Uma Kant Mehta, Chairman, ICAI, Chandigarh branch.
Chandigarh, April 1
In a major setback to the BSP, its party senior vice president, Ram Sumer Maurya, a former councillor and also the covering candidate of Jannat Jahan the BSP Lok Sabha candidate today joined the Congress. The senior party leader joined the Congress at a public meeting held here in Sector 32.
The BSP leader joined the party in the presence of Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal and Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president Mr. B.B. Bahl. Former mayor Pardeep Chhabra while announcing the joining said it was a major blow to the BSP, which has lost even its official covering candidate.
Other BSP leaders who joined the Congress along with Maurya were Mohan Lal, Prem Pal Chauhan, Jaswant and Avinash. It was only two days back prominent BSP leader Kunnu alias Jatinder Yadav along with his supporters had joined the Congress.
Mr. Bansal while welcoming the BSP leader said it was a moment of pride for the Congress that such a senior leader has joined the Congress, and it will strengthen the party. Mr. Bahl while welcoming Maurya said it was indeed very encouraging that Maurya had joined the Congress keeping faith in the ideology of the the party.
Other leaders present in the public meeting were Vijay Rana, Pawan Sharma, Jatinder Bhatia among others. Mr. Bansal also addressed a rally in Sector 49 Shivalik Apartments where people welcomed the Congress candidate and thanked him for bringing housing societies in city keeping in mind the needs of a growing city like Chandigarh.
Mr. Bansal in another function by by ICAI (The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India) here in Sector 22 said, “With the growing number of Chartered Accountants aligned with mushrooming of industry and corporates in Chandigarh and region at large, I advocate the institution of Centre of Excellence for Chartered Accountants fraternity which will eventually helps a lot to meet the demands of this profession”. He was addressing a interactive session with gathering of intellects from CA fraternity, banking industry, traders’ association and resident welfare associations.
Bansal also perceived Chandigarh as the financial hub considering his strategic location, therefore CAs can smell a bright future. Bansal also insured the fraternity about the setting up of Centre of Excellence for CA fraternity in the region.
Organised by ICAI (The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India), the session served a platform for CAs and related professionals to share their concerns in trade and brought them to this in the knowledge of Mr. Bansal.
The gathering was welcomed by CA DK Singla, Past Chairman, Chandigarh branch of ICAI, Director, PNB and Director, CITCO in ther presence of CA Uma Kant Mehta, Chairman, ICAI, Chandigarh branch.
Cong has worked on the ideology of development:MP Pawan Kumar Bansal
Chandigarh, April 1, 2014:
Chandigarh today boasts of the best facilities in health and education besides being the most beautiful city of the country. Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while speaking in Faidan village during a public meeting said the city had during his tenure set an example in slum rehabilitation and thanked the villagers for their support to him in all these years.
Mr. Bansal spoke about the achievements of the UPA government and said as per the party manifesto released this week, Right to Health and House was among the priorities. He said people would get the benefit of free treatment and also help those who are paying rent through the Right to House once it comes into force.
He said in city 15 new schools have come up and another 15 have been upgraded and Right to Education had also been beneficial to many. He appealed to the people to vote for the Congress as this was the only party which worked for the people with sincerity.
He also said that Congress believed in ideology of development and that is why Chandigarh has seen so much development in the last few years. While referring to the water supply in Faidan village Mr. Bansal said it was during his tenure that he had got installed a tubewell which helped getting rid of water woes in the village.
He said he had never ignored the southern sectors and ensured development of the entire city, its colonies and villages, which included opening of community centres and new dispensaries.
Among those present there included mayor H.C. Kalyan, Kamlesh, Principal Gurbachan Singh, Mahinder Chaudhary, Suresh Manchanda, Devender Singh, H.S. Lucky, Devinder Babla, Sandeep Bhardwaj, Harmel Kesari, Chitaranjan and Bhupinder Singh Badheri among others.
Meanwhile, Mr. Bansal today carried out a door to door campaign in Sector 18 and 19 markets where he was given a rousing welcome. He was welcomed with garlands and slogans in favour of the party and for his role in development of city markets. Some of the shopkeepers also distributed sweets, and assured they would support Bansal.
Mr. Bansal also visited Sector 19 Palika Bazar where he was welcomed by the traders with enthusiasm. Among those present were former mayor Subhash Chawla, area councilor Mukesh Bassi, Khalil Ahmed, Pawan Sharma, Naresh Jain, Raja Bhapa, Ravinder Singh Pali, Ajay Joshi, Sunil Chopra, Bunty Narang, Vijay Rana, Gurbax Rawat, Kishan Bansal, Rajesh Moudgil, Ashwani Kaushal, Ajay Sharma and ParveenDuggal.
He carried out a Padyatra early in the morning in Sector 61 where he was welcomed by the residents. He also visited Sector 49 motor market which had come up 13 years back when Bansal was the MP. His supporters thanked him for the development of market and other measures taken for their welfare.
Chandigarh, April 1, 2014:
Chandigarh today boasts of the best facilities in health and education besides being the most beautiful city of the country. Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while speaking in Faidan village during a public meeting said the city had during his tenure set an example in slum rehabilitation and thanked the villagers for their support to him in all these years.
Mr. Bansal spoke about the achievements of the UPA government and said as per the party manifesto released this week, Right to Health and House was among the priorities. He said people would get the benefit of free treatment and also help those who are paying rent through the Right to House once it comes into force.
He said in city 15 new schools have come up and another 15 have been upgraded and Right to Education had also been beneficial to many. He appealed to the people to vote for the Congress as this was the only party which worked for the people with sincerity.
He also said that Congress believed in ideology of development and that is why Chandigarh has seen so much development in the last few years. While referring to the water supply in Faidan village Mr. Bansal said it was during his tenure that he had got installed a tubewell which helped getting rid of water woes in the village.
He said he had never ignored the southern sectors and ensured development of the entire city, its colonies and villages, which included opening of community centres and new dispensaries.
Among those present there included mayor H.C. Kalyan, Kamlesh, Principal Gurbachan Singh, Mahinder Chaudhary, Suresh Manchanda, Devender Singh, H.S. Lucky, Devinder Babla, Sandeep Bhardwaj, Harmel Kesari, Chitaranjan and Bhupinder Singh Badheri among others.
Meanwhile, Mr. Bansal today carried out a door to door campaign in Sector 18 and 19 markets where he was given a rousing welcome. He was welcomed with garlands and slogans in favour of the party and for his role in development of city markets. Some of the shopkeepers also distributed sweets, and assured they would support Bansal.
Mr. Bansal also visited Sector 19 Palika Bazar where he was welcomed by the traders with enthusiasm. Among those present were former mayor Subhash Chawla, area councilor Mukesh Bassi, Khalil Ahmed, Pawan Sharma, Naresh Jain, Raja Bhapa, Ravinder Singh Pali, Ajay Joshi, Sunil Chopra, Bunty Narang, Vijay Rana, Gurbax Rawat, Kishan Bansal, Rajesh Moudgil, Ashwani Kaushal, Ajay Sharma and ParveenDuggal.
He carried out a Padyatra early in the morning in Sector 61 where he was welcomed by the residents. He also visited Sector 49 motor market which had come up 13 years back when Bansal was the MP. His supporters thanked him for the development of market and other measures taken for their welfare.
‘BJP contesting elections with slogans, Cong on development’: CM Rawat
Chandigarh, March 30, 2014:
Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Mr. Harish Rawat today lambasted the BJP saying that the BJP is trying to win elections with false promises and slogans, but Congress is contesting elections on development. Attaching BJP leader Narendra Modi, the prime ministerial candidate of the party, Rawat said he could not unite his own state, how can he unite the entire country.
“BJP is spending crores of rupees on branding one person which is much more than the expenditure on campaigning by all the parties”, he said, adding that Modi has big corporate houses with him but doesn’t understand the problems of the poor. The chief minister was addressing a massive rally at Sector 40 Dussehra ground here this evening, in support of Congress candidate, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal. The rally attended by thousands of people from Uttarakhand community had been organised by Uttarkhand Congress Cell under the presidentship of Mr. Barinder Rawat.
“Modi is more concerned about wearing designer cut clothes and even his beard cut and turban is different in every rally, which shows he is more concerned about his appearance and not about the welfare of people”, said Mr. Rawat. Attacking Modi on the WHO report which brought out that majority of women in Gujarat are anemic, he said, Modi had refuted the claims saying they are into dieting, because he did not want to accept the state of women in his state, said the Uttarakhand CM.
Referring to the Narmada Sagar project in Gujarat, he said the money which was allocated for the said project was diverted to facilitate the Ambanis. He also blamed the BJP for politicizing the natural calamity which destroyed parts of state last year, adding that the opposition was trying to politicize even sensitive border issues.
Appealing people to vote for Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, the chief minister said, “When you caste your vote you have to see that you have to vote for the future of the country, and only Congress can ensure a bright future. Mr. Pawan Bansal is not just the leader of Chandigarh but also that of the country, having been a minister and have to ensure his victory with a huge margin”, he added.
Mr. Harish Rawat said it was a moment of pride he had come to seek vote for a person like Mr. Bansal and that Chandigarh was today a city of dreams and known internationally for its character and this has been possible only because of efforts of Mr. Bansal. “I have worked with him at different levels and also when he was the minister and he was always very concerned about issues concerning Uttarakhand.
The Uttarakhand chief minister said his state got a grant of Rs 7400 crore from the centre and Mr. Bansal had a key role in the same.
Mr. Pawan Bansal while addressing the rally said he was privileged of having got the support of Uttarakhand community in the city, adding that the community had a key role in development of Chandigarh.
Among prominent leaders present included Kedarnath MLA, Shaila Rani, MLA Mohinder Singh, Garhwal Sabha president Kundan Lal Uniyal, general secretary Chandibhat Bharti, Bachan Singh Nagarkoti, president of Kumaon Sabha and Uttarakhand Yuva Manch president Rajinder Noudiyal, Kumaon Yuva Shakti Manch president Manoj Bohra, secretary Kishore Chand Bawari and Congress leaders including CTCC president B.B. Bahl, councilor Gurbax Rawat, mayor H.C. Kalyan, former mayors Subhash Chawla and Pardeep Chhabra, H.S. Lucky, among others.
Chandigarh, March 30, 2014:
Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Mr. Harish Rawat today lambasted the BJP saying that the BJP is trying to win elections with false promises and slogans, but Congress is contesting elections on development. Attaching BJP leader Narendra Modi, the prime ministerial candidate of the party, Rawat said he could not unite his own state, how can he unite the entire country.
“BJP is spending crores of rupees on branding one person which is much more than the expenditure on campaigning by all the parties”, he said, adding that Modi has big corporate houses with him but doesn’t understand the problems of the poor. The chief minister was addressing a massive rally at Sector 40 Dussehra ground here this evening, in support of Congress candidate, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal. The rally attended by thousands of people from Uttarakhand community had been organised by Uttarkhand Congress Cell under the presidentship of Mr. Barinder Rawat.
“Modi is more concerned about wearing designer cut clothes and even his beard cut and turban is different in every rally, which shows he is more concerned about his appearance and not about the welfare of people”, said Mr. Rawat. Attacking Modi on the WHO report which brought out that majority of women in Gujarat are anemic, he said, Modi had refuted the claims saying they are into dieting, because he did not want to accept the state of women in his state, said the Uttarakhand CM.
Referring to the Narmada Sagar project in Gujarat, he said the money which was allocated for the said project was diverted to facilitate the Ambanis. He also blamed the BJP for politicizing the natural calamity which destroyed parts of state last year, adding that the opposition was trying to politicize even sensitive border issues.
Appealing people to vote for Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, the chief minister said, “When you caste your vote you have to see that you have to vote for the future of the country, and only Congress can ensure a bright future. Mr. Pawan Bansal is not just the leader of Chandigarh but also that of the country, having been a minister and have to ensure his victory with a huge margin”, he added.
Mr. Harish Rawat said it was a moment of pride he had come to seek vote for a person like Mr. Bansal and that Chandigarh was today a city of dreams and known internationally for its character and this has been possible only because of efforts of Mr. Bansal. “I have worked with him at different levels and also when he was the minister and he was always very concerned about issues concerning Uttarakhand.
The Uttarakhand chief minister said his state got a grant of Rs 7400 crore from the centre and Mr. Bansal had a key role in the same.
Mr. Pawan Bansal while addressing the rally said he was privileged of having got the support of Uttarakhand community in the city, adding that the community had a key role in development of Chandigarh.
Among prominent leaders present included Kedarnath MLA, Shaila Rani, MLA Mohinder Singh, Garhwal Sabha president Kundan Lal Uniyal, general secretary Chandibhat Bharti, Bachan Singh Nagarkoti, president of Kumaon Sabha and Uttarakhand Yuva Manch president Rajinder Noudiyal, Kumaon Yuva Shakti Manch president Manoj Bohra, secretary Kishore Chand Bawari and Congress leaders including CTCC president B.B. Bahl, councilor Gurbax Rawat, mayor H.C. Kalyan, former mayors Subhash Chawla and Pardeep Chhabra, H.S. Lucky, among others.
Jolt to BSP as prominent leader joins Cong with supporters.
Chandigarh, March 30, 2014:
Local unit of BSP today got a jolt when its prominent leader Kunnu alias Jatinder Yadav along with his supporters joined the Congress. In a function at Sector 35 Rajiv Gandhi Congress Bhawan he joined the party along with hundreds of his supporters.
Two BJP leaders Salememut and Ramlingam along with their supporters joined the Congress. CTCC President Mr. B.B. Bahl while welcoming the leaders said the party would be strengthened with their joining.
Among those present were Poonam Sharma, H.S. Lucky, Jagat Sharma, Manjit Singh, Pawan Sharma. Harmel Kesari, Pardeep Chhabra, Parpit Brar, Rajiv Moudgil, Praveen Duggal, Vijay Rana, Maninder Dhillon, Bhupiner Singh Badheri among others.
Mr. Pawan Bansal was welcomed in Sector 15 where a public meeting had been organised by Sector 15A Residents Welfare Association, which was largely attended by PU and PEC faculty and supported Bansal for all the development works carried out in the city.
Pawan Bansal while addressing the gathering in Sector 15 said, “When people ask me what are the issues I contest my elections, and I say it’s always development.”
He said BJP leaders often say there has been no development in the city and that no project has come up but what is the definition of project. “We cannot have a thermal power project in city and what is required is development in terms of good facilities, health and education.”
Mr. Bansal said there has been upgrade of city hospitals and dispensaries. He said education has also been his prime focus areas and today PU is the centre of excellence in the country. Today the budget of Chandigarh has also been increased five times, adding social and physical infrastructure of the city has improved and boasts of good parks, roads and has got national acclaim many a time.
The Congress candidate said Chandigarh has been connected to the entire country. He said in the last one year so many trains have been introduced which now connect city to all important pilgrimage destinations. He also spoke about the revamping of the airport, besides city also becoming the financial centre, and today is a symbol of modern resurgent India, as visualised by Jawaharlal Nehru.
Among prominent who were present on the occasion included G.K. Chatrath, H.C. Kalyan, Pardeep Chhabra, Anu Chatrath, Satpal Sharma, Rampal Sharma, Surinder Sharma, Lalit Joshi and Kamaljit Singh Panchhi among others.
Meanwhile the Resident’s Welfare Association of sector 44 has thanked congress nominee and sitting MP from Chandigarh, Pawan Kumar Bansal for taking up their issue and granting funds from his MPLAD Fund for developing parks and other amenities in the sector during his tenure as MP.
Welcoming Pawan Kumar Bansal in sector 44 on Sunday morning, the residents and Ram Gopal Dhoot, the president of Resident’s Welfare Association of sector 44 talked about various developmental works undertaken by Bansal.
Chandigarh Mayor, H.C.Kalyan said that Bansal had taken up issues of the public and was easily accessible. On other hand the candidates of other parties were parachute candidates.
Addressing the residents, Dhoot talked about contribution of funds of Rs. 20 lakhs for development of a park in sector from MPLAD fund of Bansal. The residents said that Bansal had indeed helped in creating better infrastructure for the residents.
Addressing the residents, Bansal reiterated his promise of maintaining the city’s character and improving the amenities for the residents. Bansal said that recently the city had bagged prizes as best in sanitation. He would ensure that educational and health infrastructure was best in Chandigarh as compared to other cities of the country.
Prominent among those who were present included, Asha Thakur, Darshan Garg, Nirmala Anand, Meenakshi Choudhari and Behan Kavita of Brhm Kumari Ashram and Tirlochan Singh.
Later, Pawan Kumar Bansal visited Gobind Pura in Manimajra under his door to door campaign. He interacted with the residents and shopkeepers of the area.
Those who accompanied Bansal included former mayor Surinder Singh, Ashok Kumar, Chitranjan Chanchal and Data Ram Saini.
Chandigarh, March 30, 2014:
Local unit of BSP today got a jolt when its prominent leader Kunnu alias Jatinder Yadav along with his supporters joined the Congress. In a function at Sector 35 Rajiv Gandhi Congress Bhawan he joined the party along with hundreds of his supporters.
Two BJP leaders Salememut and Ramlingam along with their supporters joined the Congress. CTCC President Mr. B.B. Bahl while welcoming the leaders said the party would be strengthened with their joining.
Among those present were Poonam Sharma, H.S. Lucky, Jagat Sharma, Manjit Singh, Pawan Sharma. Harmel Kesari, Pardeep Chhabra, Parpit Brar, Rajiv Moudgil, Praveen Duggal, Vijay Rana, Maninder Dhillon, Bhupiner Singh Badheri among others.
Mr. Pawan Bansal was welcomed in Sector 15 where a public meeting had been organised by Sector 15A Residents Welfare Association, which was largely attended by PU and PEC faculty and supported Bansal for all the development works carried out in the city.
Pawan Bansal while addressing the gathering in Sector 15 said, “When people ask me what are the issues I contest my elections, and I say it’s always development.”
He said BJP leaders often say there has been no development in the city and that no project has come up but what is the definition of project. “We cannot have a thermal power project in city and what is required is development in terms of good facilities, health and education.”
Mr. Bansal said there has been upgrade of city hospitals and dispensaries. He said education has also been his prime focus areas and today PU is the centre of excellence in the country. Today the budget of Chandigarh has also been increased five times, adding social and physical infrastructure of the city has improved and boasts of good parks, roads and has got national acclaim many a time.
The Congress candidate said Chandigarh has been connected to the entire country. He said in the last one year so many trains have been introduced which now connect city to all important pilgrimage destinations. He also spoke about the revamping of the airport, besides city also becoming the financial centre, and today is a symbol of modern resurgent India, as visualised by Jawaharlal Nehru.
Among prominent who were present on the occasion included G.K. Chatrath, H.C. Kalyan, Pardeep Chhabra, Anu Chatrath, Satpal Sharma, Rampal Sharma, Surinder Sharma, Lalit Joshi and Kamaljit Singh Panchhi among others.
Meanwhile the Resident’s Welfare Association of sector 44 has thanked congress nominee and sitting MP from Chandigarh, Pawan Kumar Bansal for taking up their issue and granting funds from his MPLAD Fund for developing parks and other amenities in the sector during his tenure as MP.
Welcoming Pawan Kumar Bansal in sector 44 on Sunday morning, the residents and Ram Gopal Dhoot, the president of Resident’s Welfare Association of sector 44 talked about various developmental works undertaken by Bansal.
Chandigarh Mayor, H.C.Kalyan said that Bansal had taken up issues of the public and was easily accessible. On other hand the candidates of other parties were parachute candidates.
Addressing the residents, Dhoot talked about contribution of funds of Rs. 20 lakhs for development of a park in sector from MPLAD fund of Bansal. The residents said that Bansal had indeed helped in creating better infrastructure for the residents.
Addressing the residents, Bansal reiterated his promise of maintaining the city’s character and improving the amenities for the residents. Bansal said that recently the city had bagged prizes as best in sanitation. He would ensure that educational and health infrastructure was best in Chandigarh as compared to other cities of the country.
Prominent among those who were present included, Asha Thakur, Darshan Garg, Nirmala Anand, Meenakshi Choudhari and Behan Kavita of Brhm Kumari Ashram and Tirlochan Singh.
Later, Pawan Kumar Bansal visited Gobind Pura in Manimajra under his door to door campaign. He interacted with the residents and shopkeepers of the area.
Those who accompanied Bansal included former mayor Surinder Singh, Ashok Kumar, Chitranjan Chanchal and Data Ram Saini.
Congress candidate intensifies campaign across city.
Chandigarh, March 30, 2014
“We have got a shelter just because of you and we are ready to go hand in hand with Congress”, said most of the residents while interacting with Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal who intensified his campaign activity with just nine days for campaign to come to an end.
He got an overwhelming response from wherever he went during his campaign. Mr. Bansal while speaking at Sector 49 and Dhanas rehabilitation colonies said Congress is always with and for the poor and assured them of the best amenities in times to come.
The moment Mr. Bansal reached these slum rehabilitation colonies he was welcomed with garlands and shouting of slogans in his favour and the Congress. Many people could be seen even touching the feet of Mr. Bansal as a gratitude for his service to them. They said they could not even think of voting for other parties as Mr. Bansal had met his promises and rather given more.
Mr. Bansal spoke about the achievements of the UPA government and said as per the party manifesto released this week, Right to Health and House was among the priorities. He said people would get the benefit of free treatment and also help those who are paying rent through the Right to House once it comes into force.
He said in city 15 new schools have come up and another 15 have been upgraded and Right to Education had also been beneficial to many. He appealed to the people to vote for the Congress as this was the only party which worked for the people with sincerity. Colony Cell Chairman, Shashi Shankar Tiwari, also appealed to the people to vote for party, which had ensured a house to each one of them.
Mr. Pawan Bansal also visited Kajheri, Badheri and Sector 44 and spoke about his contribution as the MP in the last 15 years. In different address to the people he said the Congress had worked for the welfare of all and it is not just in words but in reality as well. He said good roads, good parks, and green belts besides other development of city were a proof of development. Mr. Bansal said in the last one year several trains have been introduced and city was never so much connected as it is now. “Better medical and education facilities were examples of how city has progressed in the last 15 years and we will continue to serve the people with the same zeal and dedication”, he added.
Chandigarh, March 30, 2014
“We have got a shelter just because of you and we are ready to go hand in hand with Congress”, said most of the residents while interacting with Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal who intensified his campaign activity with just nine days for campaign to come to an end.
He got an overwhelming response from wherever he went during his campaign. Mr. Bansal while speaking at Sector 49 and Dhanas rehabilitation colonies said Congress is always with and for the poor and assured them of the best amenities in times to come.
The moment Mr. Bansal reached these slum rehabilitation colonies he was welcomed with garlands and shouting of slogans in his favour and the Congress. Many people could be seen even touching the feet of Mr. Bansal as a gratitude for his service to them. They said they could not even think of voting for other parties as Mr. Bansal had met his promises and rather given more.
Mr. Bansal spoke about the achievements of the UPA government and said as per the party manifesto released this week, Right to Health and House was among the priorities. He said people would get the benefit of free treatment and also help those who are paying rent through the Right to House once it comes into force.
He said in city 15 new schools have come up and another 15 have been upgraded and Right to Education had also been beneficial to many. He appealed to the people to vote for the Congress as this was the only party which worked for the people with sincerity. Colony Cell Chairman, Shashi Shankar Tiwari, also appealed to the people to vote for party, which had ensured a house to each one of them.
Mr. Pawan Bansal also visited Kajheri, Badheri and Sector 44 and spoke about his contribution as the MP in the last 15 years. In different address to the people he said the Congress had worked for the welfare of all and it is not just in words but in reality as well. He said good roads, good parks, and green belts besides other development of city were a proof of development. Mr. Bansal said in the last one year several trains have been introduced and city was never so much connected as it is now. “Better medical and education facilities were examples of how city has progressed in the last 15 years and we will continue to serve the people with the same zeal and dedication”, he added.
Sector 28 motor market traders extend support to MP Pawan Kumar Bansal Say would vote for Congress which rehabilitated them.
Chandigarh, March 27:
Large number of residents and shopkeepers of sector 27 and 28 walked in the corridors of the markets of the sector when ‘The man next door’- sitting MP and congress candidate from Chandigarh Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal reached there for his election campaign -‘Jagrukta Yatra’.
As Mr. Bansal reached Motor Market Association in sector 28, where he was received by Mr. Khalid Khan, the chairman of the motor market, large number of other members of the association and also former municipal councilor Mr. Davinder Singh Babla. Addressing the gathering, Bansal talked about his initiative of opening various small booths for mechanics and others associated with the business. Bansal said that small booths had been constructed near the petrol pumps in various sectors that had not only helped the people associated with the trade by providing them a permanent place but also had helped the residents of the city. Bansal said that with the changing times, needs also change and he was committed to take up all their legitimate issues.
As Mr. Bansal walked through the main market of sector 28 and sector 27, he was received by different shopkeepers who as a gesture of expressing their faith and support to him, offered him garlands, sweets and other eatables. The young entrepreneurs were particularly keen in meeting their own leader and getting the photos clicked with him. They said they would support Mr. Bansal as he was the person who took the initiative of rehabilitating them.
Earlier during early morning hours, Mr. Bansal held a padyatra in Ram Darbar in Industrial Area phase 2. As Bansal reached there, people came out and welcomed him. He passed through the streets of Ram Darbar, interacted with people who promised their support to him. On their request, Mr. Bansal also flagged off four buses of devotees who left city for their visit to holy shrine, Vaishno Devi.
Prominent among those who accompanied Bansal included Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee president, B.B.Bahl , D.D.Jindal, former Mayors Subash Chawla, Kamlesh and Ravinder Palli, Davinder Babbla , Poonam Sharma, Satish Kainth, Sat Parkash Aggarwal, Shashi Shanker Tiwari, Om Parkash Saini, H.S.lucky, Ajay Joshi, Dr.O.P. Verma, Vinod Sharma, Pardeep Bhardwaj, Dharamveer, Maninder Dhillon, Gurpreet Gabi, Renu Singla, Kamlesh Choudhary, Indu, Ashok Grover, Lalit Singla and Jugnu Vohra.
Meanwhile, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while addressing a public meeting in Sector 30 here this evening assured the issue of ownership rights of houses would be resolved after looking into its legalities. The residents had demanded that their houses were on GPA and demanded they be given ownership rights.
Referring to Congress manifesto released yesterday he said people will now also get the Right to Health and Right to House, which happens to be a landmark development.
He said city today boasts of good infrastructure, good hospitals and upgraded schools. He said city is now connected with several Indian cities through trains, which include places of pilgrimage as well. He appealed to the people to spread the message of development which Congress had promised and performed.
Among prominent present there were Saroj Sharma, Maninder Dhillon, Manoj Chauhan, Bal Krishan, Ajaib Singh, Jagdish, Ashwani Sharma, H.S. Lucky, Seema Sharma, Devinder Babla, Vicky Sharda, Mehar Singh, Dhani Ram, H.C. Kalyan.ss
Chandigarh, March 27:
Large number of residents and shopkeepers of sector 27 and 28 walked in the corridors of the markets of the sector when ‘The man next door’- sitting MP and congress candidate from Chandigarh Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal reached there for his election campaign -‘Jagrukta Yatra’.
As Mr. Bansal reached Motor Market Association in sector 28, where he was received by Mr. Khalid Khan, the chairman of the motor market, large number of other members of the association and also former municipal councilor Mr. Davinder Singh Babla. Addressing the gathering, Bansal talked about his initiative of opening various small booths for mechanics and others associated with the business. Bansal said that small booths had been constructed near the petrol pumps in various sectors that had not only helped the people associated with the trade by providing them a permanent place but also had helped the residents of the city. Bansal said that with the changing times, needs also change and he was committed to take up all their legitimate issues.
As Mr. Bansal walked through the main market of sector 28 and sector 27, he was received by different shopkeepers who as a gesture of expressing their faith and support to him, offered him garlands, sweets and other eatables. The young entrepreneurs were particularly keen in meeting their own leader and getting the photos clicked with him. They said they would support Mr. Bansal as he was the person who took the initiative of rehabilitating them.
Earlier during early morning hours, Mr. Bansal held a padyatra in Ram Darbar in Industrial Area phase 2. As Bansal reached there, people came out and welcomed him. He passed through the streets of Ram Darbar, interacted with people who promised their support to him. On their request, Mr. Bansal also flagged off four buses of devotees who left city for their visit to holy shrine, Vaishno Devi.
Prominent among those who accompanied Bansal included Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee president, B.B.Bahl , D.D.Jindal, former Mayors Subash Chawla, Kamlesh and Ravinder Palli, Davinder Babbla , Poonam Sharma, Satish Kainth, Sat Parkash Aggarwal, Shashi Shanker Tiwari, Om Parkash Saini, H.S.lucky, Ajay Joshi, Dr.O.P. Verma, Vinod Sharma, Pardeep Bhardwaj, Dharamveer, Maninder Dhillon, Gurpreet Gabi, Renu Singla, Kamlesh Choudhary, Indu, Ashok Grover, Lalit Singla and Jugnu Vohra.
Meanwhile, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while addressing a public meeting in Sector 30 here this evening assured the issue of ownership rights of houses would be resolved after looking into its legalities. The residents had demanded that their houses were on GPA and demanded they be given ownership rights.
Referring to Congress manifesto released yesterday he said people will now also get the Right to Health and Right to House, which happens to be a landmark development.
He said city today boasts of good infrastructure, good hospitals and upgraded schools. He said city is now connected with several Indian cities through trains, which include places of pilgrimage as well. He appealed to the people to spread the message of development which Congress had promised and performed.
Among prominent present there were Saroj Sharma, Maninder Dhillon, Manoj Chauhan, Bal Krishan, Ajaib Singh, Jagdish, Ashwani Sharma, H.S. Lucky, Seema Sharma, Devinder Babla, Vicky Sharda, Mehar Singh, Dhani Ram, H.C. Kalyan.ss
A Shot in the Arm for Congress Gets support of Muslim voters in city.
Chandigarh, March 25
Congress campaign today got a major boost as prominent Muslim leader and member of Vakf Board, Mohd. Sadiq announced the support of thousands of Muslim voters from city. The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) also got a major setback when some important leaders joined Indian National Congress on Tuesday.
Prominent advocate, Malkiat Singh Jandiala, who had also contested the municipal council election as BSP candidate joined congress.
Nanu Mian, Block President of BJP from Mauli Jagran and Kaseeran and another important leader and president of Mahila Mandal in Vikas Nagar, accompanied by large supporters joined congress in presence of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee president B.B. Bahl and congress nominee Pawan Kumar Bansal, sitting MP and former union minister in a function, in which, number of societies for Muslim Welfare came together under the banner of Minority Cell of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee.
Speaking on the occasion, former Councilor Devinder Singh Babla criticized the Narinder Modi and said that people will not forgive him for Godhara incident.
Congress Vice President Pawan Kumar Sharma said that congress was a secular party and did not believe in non-secular activities.
Earlier addressing a Joint Forum of Industries Association and Chamber of Chandigarh Industries of Chandigarh, Pawan Kumar Bansal said that he firmly believed that the system of leasehold plots was now outdated. Bansal said that he had advocated conversion of leasehold properties to freehold. He had been taking up the issue and had got a policy made for residential properties but a policy for commercial and industrial properties was yet awaited. He had been pursuing it for a long and it was still on his priority agenda.
Bansal said that the system of administration and lack of executive powers to an elected representative was needed in the city so that such decision could be taken. Bansal said that he was in favour of Mayor-in-Council or Provincial Council. The administration should have only departments like Law & Order and Higher Education, he said.
Prominent among those who spoke and represented the various societies, included Taj Mohamad, Sadiq Mohammad, Firoz Khan, Mohd. Unis, Umar Deen, Mehboob Khan, S.M.Khan, Dr. Irshad Uddin, Nasulla Khan, Mohd. Yaqoob, Dr. Anish, Dr. Gaznavi, Aftab Ahmed Khan, Mohd. Shehzad, Islamuddin, Khalifa Naim, Gurmail Khan, Mohd Aadil, Qamar Aalam, Riyaz Ahamad, Shafat Ali, Shamim Ahmad (Pradhan), Badri Alsi, Mohd. Asgar, Akbar Khan, Anish Haidar.
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while welcoming the support of the Muslim community said this development shows that every community has full faith in secular ideology of the Congress and the party had never contested any elections in the name of religion but development.
Meanwhile Mr. Bansal’s campaign today further intensified its campaign in the city. He canvassed in sector 23 and 24 markets in door to door campaigns where he got a rousing welcome. Among those who were present during the campaign were Jatinder Bhatia, Ajay Joshi, Surinder Jagota, Mohinder Chaudhary, Sat Parkash Aggarwal, Sunil Chopra, Ajay Sharma, Bobby Soni, Ashok Grewal, Lalit Singla, Tript Vohra, and Tejinder Billa and H.C. Kalyan among others.
A Padyatra was taken out in Sector 44 here today by the Congress leaders led by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal. The supporters appealed to vote for the party and informed the people about the achievements of the Mr Bansal and the Congress party as a whole.
In Sector 22, Mr. Bansal addressed a public meeting organised by Khatik Welfare Society. He heard the grievances of the people who also submitted a memorandum of their demands to the Congress candidate. Mr. Bansal assured their problems would be looked into and spoke on the various new policies of the government like the Food Security Bill, Right to Education and the Rehabilitation policy implemented in city. He appealed to the community to vote for the Congress if they want development. Among prominent present there included Society president Raghu Nandan, Lucky Sonkar, Hari Subhash among others.
BOX: BSP General Secretary joins Congress Chanchal Rani, General Secretary of the local unit of BSP today announced her decision to join the Congress. According to Congress leaders many more such joining are expected in the coming days and more and more prominent leaders of other parties are expressing their desire to join the party.
Chandigarh, March 25
Congress campaign today got a major boost as prominent Muslim leader and member of Vakf Board, Mohd. Sadiq announced the support of thousands of Muslim voters from city. The Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) also got a major setback when some important leaders joined Indian National Congress on Tuesday.
Prominent advocate, Malkiat Singh Jandiala, who had also contested the municipal council election as BSP candidate joined congress.
Nanu Mian, Block President of BJP from Mauli Jagran and Kaseeran and another important leader and president of Mahila Mandal in Vikas Nagar, accompanied by large supporters joined congress in presence of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee president B.B. Bahl and congress nominee Pawan Kumar Bansal, sitting MP and former union minister in a function, in which, number of societies for Muslim Welfare came together under the banner of Minority Cell of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee.
Speaking on the occasion, former Councilor Devinder Singh Babla criticized the Narinder Modi and said that people will not forgive him for Godhara incident.
Congress Vice President Pawan Kumar Sharma said that congress was a secular party and did not believe in non-secular activities.
Earlier addressing a Joint Forum of Industries Association and Chamber of Chandigarh Industries of Chandigarh, Pawan Kumar Bansal said that he firmly believed that the system of leasehold plots was now outdated. Bansal said that he had advocated conversion of leasehold properties to freehold. He had been taking up the issue and had got a policy made for residential properties but a policy for commercial and industrial properties was yet awaited. He had been pursuing it for a long and it was still on his priority agenda.
Bansal said that the system of administration and lack of executive powers to an elected representative was needed in the city so that such decision could be taken. Bansal said that he was in favour of Mayor-in-Council or Provincial Council. The administration should have only departments like Law & Order and Higher Education, he said.
Prominent among those who spoke and represented the various societies, included Taj Mohamad, Sadiq Mohammad, Firoz Khan, Mohd. Unis, Umar Deen, Mehboob Khan, S.M.Khan, Dr. Irshad Uddin, Nasulla Khan, Mohd. Yaqoob, Dr. Anish, Dr. Gaznavi, Aftab Ahmed Khan, Mohd. Shehzad, Islamuddin, Khalifa Naim, Gurmail Khan, Mohd Aadil, Qamar Aalam, Riyaz Ahamad, Shafat Ali, Shamim Ahmad (Pradhan), Badri Alsi, Mohd. Asgar, Akbar Khan, Anish Haidar.
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while welcoming the support of the Muslim community said this development shows that every community has full faith in secular ideology of the Congress and the party had never contested any elections in the name of religion but development.
Meanwhile Mr. Bansal’s campaign today further intensified its campaign in the city. He canvassed in sector 23 and 24 markets in door to door campaigns where he got a rousing welcome. Among those who were present during the campaign were Jatinder Bhatia, Ajay Joshi, Surinder Jagota, Mohinder Chaudhary, Sat Parkash Aggarwal, Sunil Chopra, Ajay Sharma, Bobby Soni, Ashok Grewal, Lalit Singla, Tript Vohra, and Tejinder Billa and H.C. Kalyan among others.
A Padyatra was taken out in Sector 44 here today by the Congress leaders led by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal. The supporters appealed to vote for the party and informed the people about the achievements of the Mr Bansal and the Congress party as a whole.
In Sector 22, Mr. Bansal addressed a public meeting organised by Khatik Welfare Society. He heard the grievances of the people who also submitted a memorandum of their demands to the Congress candidate. Mr. Bansal assured their problems would be looked into and spoke on the various new policies of the government like the Food Security Bill, Right to Education and the Rehabilitation policy implemented in city. He appealed to the community to vote for the Congress if they want development. Among prominent present there included Society president Raghu Nandan, Lucky Sonkar, Hari Subhash among others.
BOX: BSP General Secretary joins Congress Chanchal Rani, General Secretary of the local unit of BSP today announced her decision to join the Congress. According to Congress leaders many more such joining are expected in the coming days and more and more prominent leaders of other parties are expressing their desire to join the party.
NSUI to campaign for Pawan Bansal in colleges.
Chandigarh, March 24, 2014:
NSUI has constituted a new body to campaign for the Congress party under the chairmanship of NSUI Incharge Nigam Bhandari.
Briefing media persons here today, Mr. Bhandari said the new working committee would be working towards spreading awareness among students in city colleges and university about the development during the tenure of Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal as the MP. When asked about the functioning of the committee, Mr. Bhandari said teams would be constituted in colleges comprising of both boy and girl students would make students aware of several achievements. NSUI workers would on the whole play a key role in educating the youth about the UPA led government and the works done by Mr. Bansal.
Former vice president of the NSUI, Mr. Manu Madan, said after winning the elections he would take up the issue of PU getting the central university status. Also he would take up the issue of setting up placement cell in every college where companies will be able to make appointments.
The new body of NSUI would include Gurjot Singh Sandhu as the state president, vice presidents include Antarpreet, Nitin. Balsharan Singh, general secretries include Deepak Singh, Himash Mehra, Deepak Kumar, Jagdeep, Jashanpreet Singh, Khushboo, while secretaries include Jaspal Singh, Parveen Kumar, Deepak, Gurlovleen, Raghav, and Sunidhi.
Others will include DAV College president Karanvir Singh, general secretary Sukhman Singh and Rajveer Randhawa, Aditya Babbar, Tejinder Singh, Gurpinder Singh, Narinder Singh, while in SD College the president would be Shubham Monga, GGS 11 president would be Parveen Bohra, Sector 26 CCET president would be Aman Malik, Fine Arts College president would be Anshu Chauhan. From PU the vice president post has gone to Jagdev Singh, general secretaries include Gursimran Garry and Akshpreet Madan, PEC president would be Satinder Satti, GCG Girls Sector 11 president would be Deeksha Jain and 42 sector Hotel Management Institute president would be Kunal.
Chandigarh, March 24, 2014:
NSUI has constituted a new body to campaign for the Congress party under the chairmanship of NSUI Incharge Nigam Bhandari.
Briefing media persons here today, Mr. Bhandari said the new working committee would be working towards spreading awareness among students in city colleges and university about the development during the tenure of Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal as the MP. When asked about the functioning of the committee, Mr. Bhandari said teams would be constituted in colleges comprising of both boy and girl students would make students aware of several achievements. NSUI workers would on the whole play a key role in educating the youth about the UPA led government and the works done by Mr. Bansal.
Former vice president of the NSUI, Mr. Manu Madan, said after winning the elections he would take up the issue of PU getting the central university status. Also he would take up the issue of setting up placement cell in every college where companies will be able to make appointments.
The new body of NSUI would include Gurjot Singh Sandhu as the state president, vice presidents include Antarpreet, Nitin. Balsharan Singh, general secretries include Deepak Singh, Himash Mehra, Deepak Kumar, Jagdeep, Jashanpreet Singh, Khushboo, while secretaries include Jaspal Singh, Parveen Kumar, Deepak, Gurlovleen, Raghav, and Sunidhi.
Others will include DAV College president Karanvir Singh, general secretary Sukhman Singh and Rajveer Randhawa, Aditya Babbar, Tejinder Singh, Gurpinder Singh, Narinder Singh, while in SD College the president would be Shubham Monga, GGS 11 president would be Parveen Bohra, Sector 26 CCET president would be Aman Malik, Fine Arts College president would be Anshu Chauhan. From PU the vice president post has gone to Jagdev Singh, general secretaries include Gursimran Garry and Akshpreet Madan, PEC president would be Satinder Satti, GCG Girls Sector 11 president would be Deeksha Jain and 42 sector Hotel Management Institute president would be Kunal.
Congress fervor enlivens city markets.
Chandigarh, March 24, 2014:
Congress flags could be seen all over Sectors 7 and 8 where party candidate, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal launched his door to door campaign on Monday afternoon. Braving rainy weather, Mr. Bansal went around the inner markets of these sectors and met each and every shopkeeper there.
Amidst the beating of dhols and shouting of slogans in favour of the Congress and Mr. Bansal, shopkeepers welcomed him and other senior Congress leaders accompanying him with garlands. He got tremendous support from them and got assurance that what will fetch him votes was his performance of the last 15 years, which had changed the face of city markets.
While he shook hands with everyone as he met around, many shoppers were also delighted and wanted to have a glimpse of Mr. Bansal. Even the roadside vendors hugged Mr. Bansal while at many places he was lifted up and assured of full support. Meanwhile, during a public meeting in Timber Market, Mr. Bansal said over the years a lot had changed and he felt there was a need for bigger transport area. He said BJP was trying to divert the attention of people by saying no big project has come in city because they have nothing to talk about. “It’s for the voters to decide the fate of Chandigarh and only development and progress made in city and all across the nation that people will be the deciding factor. They talk about projects, but ignore the development in field on health, education and infrastructure in city”, said Mr. Bansal.
Former mayor, Mr. Subhash Chawla while addressing the gathering said he has been associated with transport area since many years and could vouch for votes from the entire transport area. “Today the transport area wears a new look with better roads and other facilities. People know about the works being done by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal on one hand and outsider from the opposition who isn’t even aware of how many sectors are there in city”, he said, adding, “Will you call her from Mumbai if there’s a small issue which needs to be resolved with personal intervention”, while referring to BJP candidate Kirron Kher.
Mr. K.K. Abrol, President of the Transport Association of Chandigarh among others also spoke on the occasion.
Kaimbwala villagers have assured they would vote only for the Congress seeing the development in the last 15 years. In a public meeting, addressed by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal the villagers turned out in large numbers.
Mr. Bansal said Congress had contributed a lot for the development of city and to carry forward the process of progress they should vote for the party. Among those present there included Fathehgarh Sahib MLA Kuljit Singh Nagra, Sarpanch Dalip Kumar, Chairman Zila Parishad Kuldip Singh, Panchayat Samiti Member cum Panch Ram Narayan, Panchayat Samiti Member Krishan Kumar and Panchayat Samiti Member Roop Chand were among several others present.
Mr. Bansal also addressed a rally in Kishangarh, where also he got tremendous support from the villagers. He was welcomed with garlands and slogans assuring him of their support in the elections.
He said he had always considered villagers as important as city when it came to development. Coming down heavily on BJP he said his opponents of BJP and AAP parties were completely unaware of city issues and still contesting polls.
Mr. Bansal elaborated on the upgrading of government schools in and around city and also the medical services, which brings people from other parts of the country here. He said Panjab University today is among top 100 universities of the world and sector 22 polyclinic had been upgraded besides more facilities at Sector 32 GMCH and upgradation of Manimajra hospital.
Among prominent present there included Sarpanch Kulwinder Kaur, Panch Jaswinder Kumar Soni, Panch Jaswant Singh, Panch Kuldip Singh, Panch Harmel Singh, Panch Babloo, Zila Parishad Member Manoj Lubana, Block Samiti Member Kiran Devi and Satbir Singh.
The Congress Padyatra today reached village Faidan. Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal who led the Padyatra was welcomed by villagers. Party workers and leaders present there informed the villagers about the achievements of UPA government and they assured their full support, as city villages are now at par with city because of initiatives taken by Mr. Bansal for development.
Chandigarh, March 24, 2014:
Congress flags could be seen all over Sectors 7 and 8 where party candidate, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal launched his door to door campaign on Monday afternoon. Braving rainy weather, Mr. Bansal went around the inner markets of these sectors and met each and every shopkeeper there.
Amidst the beating of dhols and shouting of slogans in favour of the Congress and Mr. Bansal, shopkeepers welcomed him and other senior Congress leaders accompanying him with garlands. He got tremendous support from them and got assurance that what will fetch him votes was his performance of the last 15 years, which had changed the face of city markets.
While he shook hands with everyone as he met around, many shoppers were also delighted and wanted to have a glimpse of Mr. Bansal. Even the roadside vendors hugged Mr. Bansal while at many places he was lifted up and assured of full support. Meanwhile, during a public meeting in Timber Market, Mr. Bansal said over the years a lot had changed and he felt there was a need for bigger transport area. He said BJP was trying to divert the attention of people by saying no big project has come in city because they have nothing to talk about. “It’s for the voters to decide the fate of Chandigarh and only development and progress made in city and all across the nation that people will be the deciding factor. They talk about projects, but ignore the development in field on health, education and infrastructure in city”, said Mr. Bansal.
Former mayor, Mr. Subhash Chawla while addressing the gathering said he has been associated with transport area since many years and could vouch for votes from the entire transport area. “Today the transport area wears a new look with better roads and other facilities. People know about the works being done by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal on one hand and outsider from the opposition who isn’t even aware of how many sectors are there in city”, he said, adding, “Will you call her from Mumbai if there’s a small issue which needs to be resolved with personal intervention”, while referring to BJP candidate Kirron Kher.
Mr. K.K. Abrol, President of the Transport Association of Chandigarh among others also spoke on the occasion.
Kaimbwala villagers have assured they would vote only for the Congress seeing the development in the last 15 years. In a public meeting, addressed by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal the villagers turned out in large numbers.
Mr. Bansal said Congress had contributed a lot for the development of city and to carry forward the process of progress they should vote for the party. Among those present there included Fathehgarh Sahib MLA Kuljit Singh Nagra, Sarpanch Dalip Kumar, Chairman Zila Parishad Kuldip Singh, Panchayat Samiti Member cum Panch Ram Narayan, Panchayat Samiti Member Krishan Kumar and Panchayat Samiti Member Roop Chand were among several others present.
Mr. Bansal also addressed a rally in Kishangarh, where also he got tremendous support from the villagers. He was welcomed with garlands and slogans assuring him of their support in the elections.
He said he had always considered villagers as important as city when it came to development. Coming down heavily on BJP he said his opponents of BJP and AAP parties were completely unaware of city issues and still contesting polls.
Mr. Bansal elaborated on the upgrading of government schools in and around city and also the medical services, which brings people from other parts of the country here. He said Panjab University today is among top 100 universities of the world and sector 22 polyclinic had been upgraded besides more facilities at Sector 32 GMCH and upgradation of Manimajra hospital.
Among prominent present there included Sarpanch Kulwinder Kaur, Panch Jaswinder Kumar Soni, Panch Jaswant Singh, Panch Kuldip Singh, Panch Harmel Singh, Panch Babloo, Zila Parishad Member Manoj Lubana, Block Samiti Member Kiran Devi and Satbir Singh.
The Congress Padyatra today reached village Faidan. Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal who led the Padyatra was welcomed by villagers. Party workers and leaders present there informed the villagers about the achievements of UPA government and they assured their full support, as city villages are now at par with city because of initiatives taken by Mr. Bansal for development.
K. Arun is the CTCC Tamil Cell Chairman.
Chandigarh, March 21, 2014:
Mr. K. Arun has been appointed as the Chairman of the Tamil Congress Cell formed by the Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC).
The party city unit president Mr. B.B. Bahl while formally announcing the appointment welcomed Mr. Arun. He said the Cell had been formed with the blessings of AICC Chief Sonia Gandhi and Vice President Rahul Gandhi.
Chandigarh, March 21, 2014:
Mr. K. Arun has been appointed as the Chairman of the Tamil Congress Cell formed by the Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC).
The party city unit president Mr. B.B. Bahl while formally announcing the appointment welcomed Mr. Arun. He said the Cell had been formed with the blessings of AICC Chief Sonia Gandhi and Vice President Rahul Gandhi.
UPA policies have brought progress:MP PAWAN Bansal
Chandigarh, March 21, 2014:
Congress Lok Sabha candidate from city, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today appealed to the people to be careful about the ulterior motives of the BJP to mislead the public. In an election meeting in Sector 31 here, Mr. Bansal appealed to the women party workers to unitedly fight these forces and spread awareness about how UPA government has worked for the betterment of the masses, bringing a complete transformation in their lives.
The election meeting had been organised by Chandigarh Adarsh Women Sabha under the presidentship Ms. Mary Stella George who is also the general secretary of Mahila Congress District 2 of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC).
Mr. Bansal while addressing the meeting also attended by other senior party leaders said, “The Congress-led government had rolled out a scheme to give women Self Help Groups across 150 backward districts loans at 7 percent”, which he said had been beneficial for the women.
He said a lot other steps taken by the government in the right direction have been widely appreciated as these have been effectively implemented and are not just unmet promises.
Mr. Bansal said Right to Education (RTE) was another policy of the centre which provides for education for all. “There were problems with the Public Distribution System (PDS) which have also been resolved and it’s encouraging to see all have taken benefit of the Aadhaar card, which he said would be essential for availing all benefits of the government schemes.
“The Food Security Bill has covered 66 percent of the total population which includes 50 percent in towns and 75 percent in villages, which provides for subsidized food grains for those falling under a particular income bracket”, he said.
“Coming to Chandigarh, our work speaks for itself. You have seen city growing in the last 15 years of my tenure as MP. Slum rehabilitation is another example of a policy which gave shelter to those without homes”, said Mr. Bansal.
Principal Gurbachan Singh and Ms. Mary Stella George while addressing the gathering and appealed to the women workers to vote for Congress. Among prominent leaders present were Mrs. Lalit Joshi, Vice President, All India Mahila Congress, Mrs. Minakshi Chowdhary, President Mahila Congress Chandigarh, among others.
Chandigarh, March 21, 2014:
Congress Lok Sabha candidate from city, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today appealed to the people to be careful about the ulterior motives of the BJP to mislead the public. In an election meeting in Sector 31 here, Mr. Bansal appealed to the women party workers to unitedly fight these forces and spread awareness about how UPA government has worked for the betterment of the masses, bringing a complete transformation in their lives.
The election meeting had been organised by Chandigarh Adarsh Women Sabha under the presidentship Ms. Mary Stella George who is also the general secretary of Mahila Congress District 2 of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC).
Mr. Bansal while addressing the meeting also attended by other senior party leaders said, “The Congress-led government had rolled out a scheme to give women Self Help Groups across 150 backward districts loans at 7 percent”, which he said had been beneficial for the women.
He said a lot other steps taken by the government in the right direction have been widely appreciated as these have been effectively implemented and are not just unmet promises.
Mr. Bansal said Right to Education (RTE) was another policy of the centre which provides for education for all. “There were problems with the Public Distribution System (PDS) which have also been resolved and it’s encouraging to see all have taken benefit of the Aadhaar card, which he said would be essential for availing all benefits of the government schemes.
“The Food Security Bill has covered 66 percent of the total population which includes 50 percent in towns and 75 percent in villages, which provides for subsidized food grains for those falling under a particular income bracket”, he said.
“Coming to Chandigarh, our work speaks for itself. You have seen city growing in the last 15 years of my tenure as MP. Slum rehabilitation is another example of a policy which gave shelter to those without homes”, said Mr. Bansal.
Principal Gurbachan Singh and Ms. Mary Stella George while addressing the gathering and appealed to the women workers to vote for Congress. Among prominent leaders present were Mrs. Lalit Joshi, Vice President, All India Mahila Congress, Mrs. Minakshi Chowdhary, President Mahila Congress Chandigarh, among others.
Congress policies aimed for the development of country: Madhu Bansal
Chandigarh, March 21:
The policies of the UPA government in the centre are for the welfare of the country. Our leaders have always worked for the betterment of people and it is now time to vote for the Congress to continue the development process.
Mrs. Madhu Bansal, wife of Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Congress candidate from Chandigarh on Thursday night while addressing a rally in Maloya spoke about various developmental works carried out by Mr. Bansal out of the MPLAD funds being the city MP.
Among the prominent party leaders who were present on the occasion included sarpanches of nearby villages, CTCC president Mr. B.B. Bahl, mayor Mr. H.C. Kalyan and former mayor Mr. Subhash Chawla, besides Ms. Poonam Sharma, Principal Gurbachan Singh and other party supporters and workers.
Mr. B.B. Bahl while addressing the large rally criticized the policies of BJP. He said the BJP was trying to mislead the people and said the people of villages were wise enough to vote for the right candidate Mr. Bansal as he had brought a lot of changes in amenities to city villages. He appealed to the villagers to vote for Congress candidate in the forthcoming elections on April 10.
The villagers on this occasion who had turned up in large numbers said they would only vote for Mr. Bansal as he had set an example in not just last five years but 15 years and that was the reason why people had full faith in him and always voted for him.
Around 45 BJP workers and leaders today joined the Congress on the occasion which included Mr. Jagdish Rana, Maloya village pradhan. Mr. Bahl congratulated the new members and honoured them on the occasion. Early Friday morning Mr. Bansal carried out a Padyatra in village Khuda Lahora. The villagers fully supported the Congress and shouted slogans in the favour of the party. Other party supporters and leaders present there informed the villagers about the people friendly policies of the government and also the development works carried out by Mr. Bansal as MP.
Meanwhile, in a written statement, the Maharashtra Mandal wished Mr. Bansal a thumping victory in the elections which will prove a boon to the resident s and Maharashtrian community in particular. Madhav Bhaskar Sane, the president of the Mandal lauded the performance of Mr. Bansal and his concern towards the community.
Chandigarh, March 21:
The policies of the UPA government in the centre are for the welfare of the country. Our leaders have always worked for the betterment of people and it is now time to vote for the Congress to continue the development process.
Mrs. Madhu Bansal, wife of Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Congress candidate from Chandigarh on Thursday night while addressing a rally in Maloya spoke about various developmental works carried out by Mr. Bansal out of the MPLAD funds being the city MP.
Among the prominent party leaders who were present on the occasion included sarpanches of nearby villages, CTCC president Mr. B.B. Bahl, mayor Mr. H.C. Kalyan and former mayor Mr. Subhash Chawla, besides Ms. Poonam Sharma, Principal Gurbachan Singh and other party supporters and workers.
Mr. B.B. Bahl while addressing the large rally criticized the policies of BJP. He said the BJP was trying to mislead the people and said the people of villages were wise enough to vote for the right candidate Mr. Bansal as he had brought a lot of changes in amenities to city villages. He appealed to the villagers to vote for Congress candidate in the forthcoming elections on April 10.
The villagers on this occasion who had turned up in large numbers said they would only vote for Mr. Bansal as he had set an example in not just last five years but 15 years and that was the reason why people had full faith in him and always voted for him.
Around 45 BJP workers and leaders today joined the Congress on the occasion which included Mr. Jagdish Rana, Maloya village pradhan. Mr. Bahl congratulated the new members and honoured them on the occasion. Early Friday morning Mr. Bansal carried out a Padyatra in village Khuda Lahora. The villagers fully supported the Congress and shouted slogans in the favour of the party. Other party supporters and leaders present there informed the villagers about the people friendly policies of the government and also the development works carried out by Mr. Bansal as MP.
Meanwhile, in a written statement, the Maharashtra Mandal wished Mr. Bansal a thumping victory in the elections which will prove a boon to the resident s and Maharashtrian community in particular. Madhav Bhaskar Sane, the president of the Mandal lauded the performance of Mr. Bansal and his concern towards the community.
Cong candidate Bansal gets a rousing welcome at Dhanas colony.
Chandigarh, March 19, 2014:
Congress Padyatra, aimed to spread awareness about the achievements of the party, today reached Aman-Chaman Colony of Dhanas early this morning. The party candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal got a rousing welcome from the residents who welcomed him with garlands.
He was accompanied by former mayor Subhash Chawla, Lalit Joshi and H.S. Lucky besides several other senior party leaders. The party supporters shouted slogans in support of the party and its candidate Mr. Bansal. The party workers told the people about the achievements of UPA government and also the development works of Mr. Bansal in the last five years. The colony residents came in support of Mr. Bansal, who they said had brought a lot of change in the amenities available to them.
Mr. Bansal interacted with the residents of the colony and assured them he would also give his best for the development of colonies as he always believed in holistic development. Colony residents extended their full support to him, saying he was the only candidate whose past performance was known and he also knows all issues being associated with city since so many years. Congress has been carrying out Padyatras since the first week of this month and has got a tremendous support from the residents in all city areas.
Chandigarh, March 19, 2014:
Congress Padyatra, aimed to spread awareness about the achievements of the party, today reached Aman-Chaman Colony of Dhanas early this morning. The party candidate Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal got a rousing welcome from the residents who welcomed him with garlands.
He was accompanied by former mayor Subhash Chawla, Lalit Joshi and H.S. Lucky besides several other senior party leaders. The party supporters shouted slogans in support of the party and its candidate Mr. Bansal. The party workers told the people about the achievements of UPA government and also the development works of Mr. Bansal in the last five years. The colony residents came in support of Mr. Bansal, who they said had brought a lot of change in the amenities available to them.
Mr. Bansal interacted with the residents of the colony and assured them he would also give his best for the development of colonies as he always believed in holistic development. Colony residents extended their full support to him, saying he was the only candidate whose past performance was known and he also knows all issues being associated with city since so many years. Congress has been carrying out Padyatras since the first week of this month and has got a tremendous support from the residents in all city areas.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal Says Congress will reach out to people with issues not allegations.
Chandigarh, March 16, 2014:
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, the Congress candidate for forthcoming Lok Sabha elections from city today categorically said, a sustained mendacious campaign of calumny has been going on against him, wholly ignoring the facts, while referring to the railgate case.
This was Mr. Bansal’s first media interaction after 10 months, ever since the controversy had broken out, which he said was a handiwork of the BJP. The facts of the case were also given to the media which brought out that all allegations against Mr. Bansal were false and contrary to facts.
Briefing the media persons at Rajiv Gandhi Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 here, Mr. Bansal said during their two-month long intensive investigation in May and June last year, CBI could not find even an iota of evidence against him, and accordingly his name was not included in the charge sheet and has rather been cited as prosecution witness. The Special CBI Court took cognizance of the same as such, he added.
Mr. Bansal said, “Initially without awaiting the due process, kangaroo courts were set up by some people with vested interest and judgment of presumptive guilt pronounced. Unfortunately, the same slanderous campaign has been started again betraying utter disrespect for even the judicial pronouncement”.
He said in November last year an NGO had filed an application before the CBI court alleging that Mr. Bansal had been wrongly let off and sought a direction to CBI to reinvestigate the case. However the CBI court on March 10 found the application devoid of merit and dismissed the same.
Mr. Bansal said he had got acclaim for his budget speech as the railway minister last year, but later faced defamation for no reason. “It hurts badly when you are victimized for no fault of yours even if facts are made clear later, and I lived with that trauma for last 10 months, but it’s because I had the support of my well-wishers and I came out clean that the party high command reposing faith in me, gave me party ticket for the forthcoming elections”.
The party candidate said Congress will go to the people with issues, not allegations. “It’s for people to see what we have done for the city, its colonies and villages in the last five years”, said a confident Mr. Bansal, listing out several developmental works in health, education and city infrastructure, which he said would help him have a comfortable victory yet again.
Chandigarh, March 16, 2014:
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, the Congress candidate for forthcoming Lok Sabha elections from city today categorically said, a sustained mendacious campaign of calumny has been going on against him, wholly ignoring the facts, while referring to the railgate case.
This was Mr. Bansal’s first media interaction after 10 months, ever since the controversy had broken out, which he said was a handiwork of the BJP. The facts of the case were also given to the media which brought out that all allegations against Mr. Bansal were false and contrary to facts.
Briefing the media persons at Rajiv Gandhi Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 here, Mr. Bansal said during their two-month long intensive investigation in May and June last year, CBI could not find even an iota of evidence against him, and accordingly his name was not included in the charge sheet and has rather been cited as prosecution witness. The Special CBI Court took cognizance of the same as such, he added.
Mr. Bansal said, “Initially without awaiting the due process, kangaroo courts were set up by some people with vested interest and judgment of presumptive guilt pronounced. Unfortunately, the same slanderous campaign has been started again betraying utter disrespect for even the judicial pronouncement”.
He said in November last year an NGO had filed an application before the CBI court alleging that Mr. Bansal had been wrongly let off and sought a direction to CBI to reinvestigate the case. However the CBI court on March 10 found the application devoid of merit and dismissed the same.
Mr. Bansal said he had got acclaim for his budget speech as the railway minister last year, but later faced defamation for no reason. “It hurts badly when you are victimized for no fault of yours even if facts are made clear later, and I lived with that trauma for last 10 months, but it’s because I had the support of my well-wishers and I came out clean that the party high command reposing faith in me, gave me party ticket for the forthcoming elections”.
The party candidate said Congress will go to the people with issues, not allegations. “It’s for people to see what we have done for the city, its colonies and villages in the last five years”, said a confident Mr. Bansal, listing out several developmental works in health, education and city infrastructure, which he said would help him have a comfortable victory yet again.
_Rahul Gandhi comes Live at Congress Bhawan.
Chandigarh, March 15, 2014:
Congress workers of Chandigarh today got an opportunity to interact with their leader Rahul Gandhi at the Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 at a live chat with the party vice president.
Senior congress leaders were present there including the Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Bansal and CTCC president Mr. B.B. Bahl.
Rahul connected with Congress party workers across India through Google Hangout Live video Chat. This chat session, which was open only for party workers was held between 11 am 12 pm.
Ms. Gurbax Rawat, incharge CTCC Social Media Cell, who was the mediator at the session, while giving the information said party workers and leaders of local party units seldom get a chance to directly interact with Rahul Gandhi and this was an opportunity for party workers to ask questions.
She added that while the first of its kind session was for party workers and similar sessions would be held for office bearers and leaders. She said it’s a move to bridge the gap between party workers and leaders.
The CTCC party workers had been asked to post their questions on the Congress Intranet website at Khidkee.com, after which final participants were selected after analysing and selecting questions from the whole lot.
Two questions from Chandigarh were considered, which included one by H.S. Lucky, District President, Urban I, who had asked how he would empower youth after Congress comes to power again. The other question was by Harmail Kesari, General Secretary ofYouth Congress, who asked about health and education empowerment.
Through a large LCD screen connected with a computer with an internet connection, workers were able to see Rahul and ask questions in real time.
The live session between Rahul and party workers was webcast on Khidkee.com and then uploaded to YouTube.
Chandigarh, March 15, 2014:
Congress workers of Chandigarh today got an opportunity to interact with their leader Rahul Gandhi at the Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 at a live chat with the party vice president.
Senior congress leaders were present there including the Congress candidate Mr. Pawan Bansal and CTCC president Mr. B.B. Bahl.
Rahul connected with Congress party workers across India through Google Hangout Live video Chat. This chat session, which was open only for party workers was held between 11 am 12 pm.
Ms. Gurbax Rawat, incharge CTCC Social Media Cell, who was the mediator at the session, while giving the information said party workers and leaders of local party units seldom get a chance to directly interact with Rahul Gandhi and this was an opportunity for party workers to ask questions.
She added that while the first of its kind session was for party workers and similar sessions would be held for office bearers and leaders. She said it’s a move to bridge the gap between party workers and leaders.
The CTCC party workers had been asked to post their questions on the Congress Intranet website at Khidkee.com, after which final participants were selected after analysing and selecting questions from the whole lot.
Two questions from Chandigarh were considered, which included one by H.S. Lucky, District President, Urban I, who had asked how he would empower youth after Congress comes to power again. The other question was by Harmail Kesari, General Secretary ofYouth Congress, who asked about health and education empowerment.
Through a large LCD screen connected with a computer with an internet connection, workers were able to see Rahul and ask questions in real time.
The live session between Rahul and party workers was webcast on Khidkee.com and then uploaded to YouTube.
Congress Padyatra in Palsora.
Chandigarh, March 12, 2014:
Congress Padyatra today reached Palsora led by the president of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC), Mr. B.B, Bahl. There were party workers, and other leaders accompanying the party president.
Today was the 11th day of Padyatra which is being carried out by the party in different city areas. On Tuesday the venue was Ram Darbar.
Congress supporters holding party flags shared with people the achievements made by the Congress in the centre and those of Mr Bansal in Chandigarh.
Chandigarh, March 12, 2014:
Congress Padyatra today reached Palsora led by the president of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC), Mr. B.B, Bahl. There were party workers, and other leaders accompanying the party president.
Today was the 11th day of Padyatra which is being carried out by the party in different city areas. On Tuesday the venue was Ram Darbar.
Congress supporters holding party flags shared with people the achievements made by the Congress in the centre and those of Mr Bansal in Chandigarh.
Ram Darbar Padyatra gets tremendous response: MP Pawan Bansal
Chandigarh, March 11, 2014:
Braving rainy weather conditions, Congress supporters, workers and leaders today went around in Ram Darbar on the tenth day of Padyatra.
Congress flags could be seen fluttering all over and residents of the colony welcomed the party leaders with garlands. Several senior party leaders were present there and the colony residents joined the Padyatra.
The party leaders interacted with people sharing with them achievements of the UPA government. Colony residents also extended their support to MP Mr. Pawan Bansal for his contribution towards the development of city, its villages and colonies, adding that Mr. Bansal had shown no disparity when it comes to development and that is one reason why he has got success in the last three elections.
Shashi Shankar Tiwari, Colonies Cell President of the party, besides other senior leaders like Pawan Sharma, and Rampal Sharma were among others were also present during the Padyatra.
Chandigarh, March 11, 2014:
Braving rainy weather conditions, Congress supporters, workers and leaders today went around in Ram Darbar on the tenth day of Padyatra.
Congress flags could be seen fluttering all over and residents of the colony welcomed the party leaders with garlands. Several senior party leaders were present there and the colony residents joined the Padyatra.
The party leaders interacted with people sharing with them achievements of the UPA government. Colony residents also extended their support to MP Mr. Pawan Bansal for his contribution towards the development of city, its villages and colonies, adding that Mr. Bansal had shown no disparity when it comes to development and that is one reason why he has got success in the last three elections.
Shashi Shankar Tiwari, Colonies Cell President of the party, besides other senior leaders like Pawan Sharma, and Rampal Sharma were among others were also present during the Padyatra.
Pawan Kumar Bansal gets support from Mauli Jagran residents.
Chandigarh, March
Chandigarh MP Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal was accorded a warm welcome in Mauli Jagran where he went to participate in a Pad Yatra, organized by block congress committee. Bansal spent about two hours in the area, comprising, Mauli Jagran and Vikas Nagar.
The eighth Pad Yatra of the party in the city started from the roundabout of Mauli Jagran near police post, where Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal was received by hundreds of congress workers and residents of Mauli Jagran. As the march started, he passed through the streets of Mauli Jagran and later Vikas Nagar. The residents came out on the street and followed him in a convoy.
Pawan Kumar Bansal meeting each individual assured him of taking up all the issues of the residents while his supporters talked about the developmental works undertaken during his two regimes as Chandigarh MP.
Besides, general public, prominent among those who accompanied him included Mauli Jagran Block president Naseerulah Khan, vice president, Paras Nath and district congress vice president Hukum Singh.
Chandigarh, March
Chandigarh MP Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal was accorded a warm welcome in Mauli Jagran where he went to participate in a Pad Yatra, organized by block congress committee. Bansal spent about two hours in the area, comprising, Mauli Jagran and Vikas Nagar.
The eighth Pad Yatra of the party in the city started from the roundabout of Mauli Jagran near police post, where Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal was received by hundreds of congress workers and residents of Mauli Jagran. As the march started, he passed through the streets of Mauli Jagran and later Vikas Nagar. The residents came out on the street and followed him in a convoy.
Pawan Kumar Bansal meeting each individual assured him of taking up all the issues of the residents while his supporters talked about the developmental works undertaken during his two regimes as Chandigarh MP.
Besides, general public, prominent among those who accompanied him included Mauli Jagran Block president Naseerulah Khan, vice president, Paras Nath and district congress vice president Hukum Singh.
Congress holds Pad Yatra in Darua village.
Chandigarh, March 8
The local unit of Congress today took out a massive door to door Pad Yatra in village Darua. The villagers turned up in large numbers and extended their full support to the MP and said they would support Congress because of the development works which had been carried out in the last five years.
Manish Bansal led the Pad Yatra and others prominent present included Gurpreet happy Sarpanch, Dharminder Singh, Jasbir Saini Panch, Omparkash Baadi Panch, Roshan Lal Panch, Om Singh Panch, Karan Yadav Panch, Anita Choudary, Renu Singla, Mary George, Manish Verma, Ashish Gajnavi, Prem Raj, Sunil Gupta Ex- Panch Ajay Pandey Panch.
On the seventh day of the Pad Yatra, the villagers there while extending their support to Mr Bansal said it was clear no other party candidate can get the vote bank which Mr Bansal would get adding that Darua village could now boast of the best facilities.
Pad Yatra would be on Sunday taken out in Mauli Jagran. This will be the eighth Pad Yatra of the party.
Chandigarh, March 8
The local unit of Congress today took out a massive door to door Pad Yatra in village Darua. The villagers turned up in large numbers and extended their full support to the MP and said they would support Congress because of the development works which had been carried out in the last five years.
Manish Bansal led the Pad Yatra and others prominent present included Gurpreet happy Sarpanch, Dharminder Singh, Jasbir Saini Panch, Omparkash Baadi Panch, Roshan Lal Panch, Om Singh Panch, Karan Yadav Panch, Anita Choudary, Renu Singla, Mary George, Manish Verma, Ashish Gajnavi, Prem Raj, Sunil Gupta Ex- Panch Ajay Pandey Panch.
On the seventh day of the Pad Yatra, the villagers there while extending their support to Mr Bansal said it was clear no other party candidate can get the vote bank which Mr Bansal would get adding that Darua village could now boast of the best facilities.
Pad Yatra would be on Sunday taken out in Mauli Jagran. This will be the eighth Pad Yatra of the party.
'Raise gender sensitization at home': MP Pawan Bansal.
Chandigarh, March 6:
Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member Parliament today raised the issue of right gender sensitization at home itself.
He was speaking at a Consultation Workshop to commemorate International Women’s Day. The workshop had been organised by Yuvsatta, Department cum Centre for Women Studies & Development, Panjab University and State Cell of NSS, Chandigarh.
Mr. Justice Surya Kant, Judge, Punjab & Haryana High Court inaugurated the same at Golden Jubilee Hall of Panjab University, Chandigarh. Over 150 students, NSS volunteers, teachers from 26 Colleges of the city, NGO & RWA representatives also participated.
Mr Bansal called to lead by example, quoting Gandhi he said ‘Be the Change you wish to see in the World’. He called upon the young people to take this challenge of making Chandigarh a girls and women friendly city, for which they themselves have to first become role models. Mr. Bansal also administered an oath to all participants to ensure Human Rights of Women and Girls in the city.
In his Inaugural address, Justice Surya Kant emphasized upon changing the present discriminatory mindset against the Women. He called for a need for renewed social engineering, bridging the rural urban divide and also making accountable parents for raising brats.
Chandigarh, March 6:
Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member Parliament today raised the issue of right gender sensitization at home itself.
He was speaking at a Consultation Workshop to commemorate International Women’s Day. The workshop had been organised by Yuvsatta, Department cum Centre for Women Studies & Development, Panjab University and State Cell of NSS, Chandigarh.
Mr. Justice Surya Kant, Judge, Punjab & Haryana High Court inaugurated the same at Golden Jubilee Hall of Panjab University, Chandigarh. Over 150 students, NSS volunteers, teachers from 26 Colleges of the city, NGO & RWA representatives also participated.
Mr Bansal called to lead by example, quoting Gandhi he said ‘Be the Change you wish to see in the World’. He called upon the young people to take this challenge of making Chandigarh a girls and women friendly city, for which they themselves have to first become role models. Mr. Bansal also administered an oath to all participants to ensure Human Rights of Women and Girls in the city.
In his Inaugural address, Justice Surya Kant emphasized upon changing the present discriminatory mindset against the Women. He called for a need for renewed social engineering, bridging the rural urban divide and also making accountable parents for raising brats.
Cong holds Pad Yatra in Maloya: MP Pawan Bansal
Chandigarh, March 3, 2014:
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president Mr. B.B. Bahl today led the party Pad Yatra in Maloya here.A large number of Congress workers and supporters took part in it.
The pad yatra is being organised on instructions given by AICC to highlight the achievements of UPA government and achievements of Mr Pawan Bansal in addition to the works done by MC in the last five years.
Pad Yatra had taken off from Dhanas rehabilitation colony here yesterday. Today's Pad Yatra was also attended by former mayor, Mr. Pardeep Chhabra besides all CTCC office bearers, Presidents of frontal organisations, convenors of all cells, all congress councillors, block presidents.
They were distributed handbills containing achievements of UPA government and work done by Mr. Bansal at local level.
On Tuesday, March 4, third day of the Pad Yatra would be at Kishangarh roundabout IT Park road at 4.30 pm.Other areas to be covered include Mauli Jagran, Bapu dham, Bahlana, Raipur Khurd and timings will be same at 4.30 pm daily.
Chandigarh, March 3, 2014:
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president Mr. B.B. Bahl today led the party Pad Yatra in Maloya here.A large number of Congress workers and supporters took part in it.
The pad yatra is being organised on instructions given by AICC to highlight the achievements of UPA government and achievements of Mr Pawan Bansal in addition to the works done by MC in the last five years.
Pad Yatra had taken off from Dhanas rehabilitation colony here yesterday. Today's Pad Yatra was also attended by former mayor, Mr. Pardeep Chhabra besides all CTCC office bearers, Presidents of frontal organisations, convenors of all cells, all congress councillors, block presidents.
They were distributed handbills containing achievements of UPA government and work done by Mr. Bansal at local level.
On Tuesday, March 4, third day of the Pad Yatra would be at Kishangarh roundabout IT Park road at 4.30 pm.Other areas to be covered include Mauli Jagran, Bapu dham, Bahlana, Raipur Khurd and timings will be same at 4.30 pm daily.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal assures Dalit community of redressal of their demands.
Chandigarh, March 2, 2014:
Member of Parliament (MP) Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today stressed on the need to transfer some important departments to the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation. He said this will not only ensure transparency, but also lead to speedy completion of projects and further streamline functioning, thus negating procedural delays.
While addressing a felicitation function at Sector 37 Law Bhawan he assured the Dalit community of his full support and that he would ensure their long pending demands are soon met. Rashtriya Safai Mazdoor Congress Chandigarh, which is a wing of Chandigarh Dalit Samaj had organised the function to honour the newly elected mayor Mr. H.C Kalyan and MP, Mr. Bansal.
Mr. Bansal further said Chandigarh has set an example in slum rehabilitation. It happens to be the only city in the entire country for having undertaken this project in its true spirit. Under the rehab scheme 60,000 families would get houses, of which around 50,000 have already been rehabilitation."
Former mayor Mr. Pardeep Chhabra and Mr. Bansal's son, Mr. Manish Bansal were also honoured on the occasion for their contribution towards development of Dalit community.
Virottam Chander Pal Anarya, Abhi Mehta, Keshu Ram Parcha, Ashwani Bhagania, CTCC Labour Cell convener Om Parkash Saini, District Congress Committee General Secretary Kanwar Pal Singh, were also present on the occasion.
CTCC Labour Cell convener Om Parkash Saini while speaking on the occasion said the Dalit community has extended full support to candidature of Mr Bansal for the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections and would also take part in the Pad Yatras of the Congress.
Chandigarh, March 2, 2014:
Member of Parliament (MP) Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today stressed on the need to transfer some important departments to the Chandigarh Municipal Corporation. He said this will not only ensure transparency, but also lead to speedy completion of projects and further streamline functioning, thus negating procedural delays.
While addressing a felicitation function at Sector 37 Law Bhawan he assured the Dalit community of his full support and that he would ensure their long pending demands are soon met. Rashtriya Safai Mazdoor Congress Chandigarh, which is a wing of Chandigarh Dalit Samaj had organised the function to honour the newly elected mayor Mr. H.C Kalyan and MP, Mr. Bansal.
Mr. Bansal further said Chandigarh has set an example in slum rehabilitation. It happens to be the only city in the entire country for having undertaken this project in its true spirit. Under the rehab scheme 60,000 families would get houses, of which around 50,000 have already been rehabilitation."
Former mayor Mr. Pardeep Chhabra and Mr. Bansal's son, Mr. Manish Bansal were also honoured on the occasion for their contribution towards development of Dalit community.
Virottam Chander Pal Anarya, Abhi Mehta, Keshu Ram Parcha, Ashwani Bhagania, CTCC Labour Cell convener Om Parkash Saini, District Congress Committee General Secretary Kanwar Pal Singh, were also present on the occasion.
CTCC Labour Cell convener Om Parkash Saini while speaking on the occasion said the Dalit community has extended full support to candidature of Mr Bansal for the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections and would also take part in the Pad Yatras of the Congress.
CTCC to hold Pad Yatras: MP Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Chandigarh, February 28, 2014:
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) today held a meeting at Congress Bhawan which was attended by MP Pawan Bansal, CTCC President B.B.Bahl, among others. It was decided to have pad yatras in the city.
On the first day it would be Dhanas rehabilitation colony on 2nd march at 4.30pm. It will be held on March 3 at Maloya bus stand at 4.30pm, and third day on March 4 at Kishangarh roundabout IT Park road at 4.30pm.
Among others present were Harphool Kalyan mayor, all CTCC office bearers,Presidents of frontal organisations, convenor of all cells, all congress councillors, block presidents who discussed the detailed programme.
The pad yatra is being started on instructions given by AICC to highligth the achievements of UPA government and achievements of Mr Pawan Bansal and works done by MC in the last five years.
Other areas to be covered include Mauli jagran, Bapu dham, Bahlana, Raipur Khurd and timings will be same at 4.30pm daily.
Chandigarh, February 28, 2014:
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) today held a meeting at Congress Bhawan which was attended by MP Pawan Bansal, CTCC President B.B.Bahl, among others. It was decided to have pad yatras in the city.
On the first day it would be Dhanas rehabilitation colony on 2nd march at 4.30pm. It will be held on March 3 at Maloya bus stand at 4.30pm, and third day on March 4 at Kishangarh roundabout IT Park road at 4.30pm.
Among others present were Harphool Kalyan mayor, all CTCC office bearers,Presidents of frontal organisations, convenor of all cells, all congress councillors, block presidents who discussed the detailed programme.
The pad yatra is being started on instructions given by AICC to highligth the achievements of UPA government and achievements of Mr Pawan Bansal and works done by MC in the last five years.
Other areas to be covered include Mauli jagran, Bapu dham, Bahlana, Raipur Khurd and timings will be same at 4.30pm daily.
MP Pawan Bansal inaugurates PNB branch in Dadumajra.
Chandigarh, February 24, 2014:
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member of Parliament inaugurated new branch of PNB at Dadumajra Colony here today. Speaking on the occasion, Pawan Kumar Bansal informed that to open bank branch in the area was a long pending demand of public which has been fulfilled with the opening of PNB.
The branch is equipped with CBS and has all the facilities like ATM, RTGS, NEFT, Debit card, Credit card etc and is linked to over 6100 branches of PNB across the country. The customer of this branch can operate their accounts on any PNB branch all over India.
D.K. Singla, Director Punjab National Bank told that the bank enjoys strong fundamentals, large franchise value and good brand image. To meet the growing aspirations of the people and compete in these tough conditions, the Bank offers wide range of products and services.
Mr. J.K. Gupta, Field General Manager Chandigarh informed that this is 74th branch of Chandigarh Circle along with 133rd ATM installed in the Circle. The occasion was graced by Mr. Sat Prakash Aggarwal, Councillor of the area. Ashok Kumar Gupta, Circle Head PNB-Chandigarh, Mr. Kuldeep Gupta, Lead District Manager, large number of staff members and other local dignitaries were also presenton the inaugural function of the new branch opening.
Chandigarh, February 24, 2014:
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member of Parliament inaugurated new branch of PNB at Dadumajra Colony here today. Speaking on the occasion, Pawan Kumar Bansal informed that to open bank branch in the area was a long pending demand of public which has been fulfilled with the opening of PNB.
The branch is equipped with CBS and has all the facilities like ATM, RTGS, NEFT, Debit card, Credit card etc and is linked to over 6100 branches of PNB across the country. The customer of this branch can operate their accounts on any PNB branch all over India.
D.K. Singla, Director Punjab National Bank told that the bank enjoys strong fundamentals, large franchise value and good brand image. To meet the growing aspirations of the people and compete in these tough conditions, the Bank offers wide range of products and services.
Mr. J.K. Gupta, Field General Manager Chandigarh informed that this is 74th branch of Chandigarh Circle along with 133rd ATM installed in the Circle. The occasion was graced by Mr. Sat Prakash Aggarwal, Councillor of the area. Ashok Kumar Gupta, Circle Head PNB-Chandigarh, Mr. Kuldeep Gupta, Lead District Manager, large number of staff members and other local dignitaries were also presenton the inaugural function of the new branch opening.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal assures redressal of Sector 52 colony problems
Chandigarh, February 23, 2014:
Local MP, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today said the Congress has been working for the betterment of the poor and will continue to do so. He said the slum rehabilitation scheme had ensured that all the eligible beneficiaries would not be left homeless.
Mr. Bansal was speaking at a public meeting in Sector 52 here this morning. Among others present included city mayor H.C Kalyan.
The residents of the rehabilitation colony told about their grievances to Mr. Bansal. The MP said the problem of ration depots has been resolved adding that number of depots has been increased from 60 to 100. He also assured that the pending demand of a dispensary in the area would be soon redressed.
Chandigarh, February 23, 2014:
Local MP, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today said the Congress has been working for the betterment of the poor and will continue to do so. He said the slum rehabilitation scheme had ensured that all the eligible beneficiaries would not be left homeless.
Mr. Bansal was speaking at a public meeting in Sector 52 here this morning. Among others present included city mayor H.C Kalyan.
The residents of the rehabilitation colony told about their grievances to Mr. Bansal. The MP said the problem of ration depots has been resolved adding that number of depots has been increased from 60 to 100. He also assured that the pending demand of a dispensary in the area would be soon redressed.
Villages will be treated at par with city:MP Pawan Kumar Bansal
Chandigarh, February,
Local Member of Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today inaugurated a computer lab in the village Darua. Soon after inaugurating the lab the MP addressed a public rally and assured all villagers of best facilities at par with the city.
He said his concern was houses outside Lal Dora which would get all facilities, adding that during his tenure as MP he has never allowed any demolitions. He added that UT villages will get the best infrastructure facilities.
Village Sarpanch Mr. Gurpreet Singh said Mr Bansal has done a lot for the welfare of villages. A lot of problems have been resolved during the tenure of Mr. Bansal he said.
Pawan Sharma, CTCC General Secretary and Shashi Shankar Tiwari, President of the Colony Cell were also present on the occasion.
Chandigarh, February,
Local Member of Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today inaugurated a computer lab in the village Darua. Soon after inaugurating the lab the MP addressed a public rally and assured all villagers of best facilities at par with the city.
He said his concern was houses outside Lal Dora which would get all facilities, adding that during his tenure as MP he has never allowed any demolitions. He added that UT villages will get the best infrastructure facilities.
Village Sarpanch Mr. Gurpreet Singh said Mr Bansal has done a lot for the welfare of villages. A lot of problems have been resolved during the tenure of Mr. Bansal he said.
Pawan Sharma, CTCC General Secretary and Shashi Shankar Tiwari, President of the Colony Cell were also present on the occasion.
Congress workers come in support of MP Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Chandigarh, February 15,
Chandigarh MP, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today said Congress is a democratic party which works on the ideology of serving the people. Hewas speaking at a party function organized in Sector 20 here which was attended by Congress workers.
Different wings of the party today got together in his support. Mr. Bansal’s candidature for Lok Sabha elections was also supported. District Congress Committee (Urban) president H.S. Lucky while addressing the party workers came out in support of Mr. Bansal and said he had contributed a lot for the development of the city. He appealed to the workers to support Mr. Bansal, adding that it was during the tenure of Bansal that city is now connected to several cities across the country through recently introduced trains.
Chandigarh, February 15,
Chandigarh MP, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today said Congress is a democratic party which works on the ideology of serving the people. Hewas speaking at a party function organized in Sector 20 here which was attended by Congress workers.
Different wings of the party today got together in his support. Mr. Bansal’s candidature for Lok Sabha elections was also supported. District Congress Committee (Urban) president H.S. Lucky while addressing the party workers came out in support of Mr. Bansal and said he had contributed a lot for the development of the city. He appealed to the workers to support Mr. Bansal, adding that it was during the tenure of Bansal that city is now connected to several cities across the country through recently introduced trains.
‘Make optimal use of nature’s energy resources: MP Pawan Bansal
Chandigarh, February 22,
Local MP, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today inaugurated the 15 KWp Solar Cycle Stand and Green House at Government Middle School, Sector 46-D here. The Solar Cycle Stand has been commissioned at a cost of Rs.18.58 lakhs from MPLAD Scheme and executed by CREST(Chandigarh Renewal Science & Technology Promotion Society), a Society under Department of Science & Technology, UT Chandigarh, through M/s Exicom Tele System Ltd., Gurgaon.
Among others present included Mr. Harphool Chandar Kalyan, Mayor, Chandigarh & Mr. Santosh Kumar, IFS, Director (Science & Technology) .
Later on while interacting with media, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal appreciated the efforts taken by Science & Technology Department in developing Chandigarh as Model Solar City and promoting Renewable Energy options like Solar Energy and informed that in future more emphasis shall be given to promote its use by Private individual on their rooftop.
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal emphasised that Solar Cycle Stand is a new concept where we can generate green power besides parking of cycles under the shaded area and also harvest the rain water for charging the ground water. He informed that more such Solar cycle stands shall be constructed from MPLAD Scheme. This school based cycle stand is the first solar cycle stand in the Northern region. The capacity of the SPV power plant is 15KWp. The covered area of this cycle stand is 1050 Sq. feet where more than 100 cycles can be accommodated. This Solar power plant will generate more than 20,000 units of electricity per annum.
The function was also attended by, Mr. Chanchal Kumar, Dy Director, School Education, Mr. Ravinder Singh, Project Director (CREST), Mr. Ram Singh Sandhu, Headmaster, Govt. Middle School, Sec.46-D, Chandigarh, Mr. Pramod Sharma, Coordinator, Yuvsatta and other public leaders.
Chandigarh, February 22,
Local MP, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today inaugurated the 15 KWp Solar Cycle Stand and Green House at Government Middle School, Sector 46-D here. The Solar Cycle Stand has been commissioned at a cost of Rs.18.58 lakhs from MPLAD Scheme and executed by CREST(Chandigarh Renewal Science & Technology Promotion Society), a Society under Department of Science & Technology, UT Chandigarh, through M/s Exicom Tele System Ltd., Gurgaon.
Among others present included Mr. Harphool Chandar Kalyan, Mayor, Chandigarh & Mr. Santosh Kumar, IFS, Director (Science & Technology) .
Later on while interacting with media, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal appreciated the efforts taken by Science & Technology Department in developing Chandigarh as Model Solar City and promoting Renewable Energy options like Solar Energy and informed that in future more emphasis shall be given to promote its use by Private individual on their rooftop.
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal emphasised that Solar Cycle Stand is a new concept where we can generate green power besides parking of cycles under the shaded area and also harvest the rain water for charging the ground water. He informed that more such Solar cycle stands shall be constructed from MPLAD Scheme. This school based cycle stand is the first solar cycle stand in the Northern region. The capacity of the SPV power plant is 15KWp. The covered area of this cycle stand is 1050 Sq. feet where more than 100 cycles can be accommodated. This Solar power plant will generate more than 20,000 units of electricity per annum.
The function was also attended by, Mr. Chanchal Kumar, Dy Director, School Education, Mr. Ravinder Singh, Project Director (CREST), Mr. Ram Singh Sandhu, Headmaster, Govt. Middle School, Sec.46-D, Chandigarh, Mr. Pramod Sharma, Coordinator, Yuvsatta and other public leaders.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal seeks more powers for MC.
Chandigarh, February 22:
Chandigarh MP Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal has advocated for transfer of more powers and departments from Chandigarh administration to Municipal Corporation.
The elected representatives of public are answerable to them, therefore the Municipal Corporation, institution of elected representatives of people, should be strengthened and given more powers particularly of executive nature, which were presently with Chandigarh administration, said Mr. Bansal while addressing the delegates of 4th conference of Coordination Committee of Government and MC employees& Workers, UT Chandigarh.
Bansal stressed on the need of introducing the system of Mayor-in-council. He said that necessary amendment should be made to introduce this system and administration should have only very few departments. Bansal said that he had seen the functioning of all union territories of the country and had found similar problems. The elected representatives were more responsive as compared to the officials, who are posted in UT on temporary basis.
Bansal said that he was of the view that all employees working on jobs of permanent nature should be employed on regular basis instead of being employed on contractual basis. He added that further the employees of UT cadre, despite working for two or three decades, were not able to get promotion to the top posts, which were designated to be filled from other states. This further enhances the resentment among the UT cadre employees.
Referring to the service or recruitment rules in UT, Bansal said that the officials generally interpreted these rules very conservatively. He further added that the officials took different stands and sometimes attempt to pass on the buck by referring the issues to center. He gave example of employment of 134 sanitary employees who were deployed on sanctioned posts. Bansal said that he had been taking up various issues of UT employees at the center. But now it was time to havebetter governance at UT level itself.
Bansal said that the associations of employees were also not clear whether to follow the Punjab rules of center rules.
Later a delegation of All India Bind Employees Association also called on Pawan Kumar Bansal at his residence. The delegation, led by its president Harpal Saini informed the MP that lot of posts under one percent blind quota for blinds had not been filled for the past many years.
Presently, these posts were vacant in Education, health, Tourism and CTU, they said.They further told that the blind students were getting fee concessions in schools and colleges in Punjab and Haryana but in Chandigarh, they were made to pay normal fee.
There were about 400 blind students in Chandigarh colleges, they told. Bansal assured them to take up the issues with the administration for necessary and immediate action.
Chandigarh, February 22:
Chandigarh MP Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal has advocated for transfer of more powers and departments from Chandigarh administration to Municipal Corporation.
The elected representatives of public are answerable to them, therefore the Municipal Corporation, institution of elected representatives of people, should be strengthened and given more powers particularly of executive nature, which were presently with Chandigarh administration, said Mr. Bansal while addressing the delegates of 4th conference of Coordination Committee of Government and MC employees& Workers, UT Chandigarh.
Bansal stressed on the need of introducing the system of Mayor-in-council. He said that necessary amendment should be made to introduce this system and administration should have only very few departments. Bansal said that he had seen the functioning of all union territories of the country and had found similar problems. The elected representatives were more responsive as compared to the officials, who are posted in UT on temporary basis.
Bansal said that he was of the view that all employees working on jobs of permanent nature should be employed on regular basis instead of being employed on contractual basis. He added that further the employees of UT cadre, despite working for two or three decades, were not able to get promotion to the top posts, which were designated to be filled from other states. This further enhances the resentment among the UT cadre employees.
Referring to the service or recruitment rules in UT, Bansal said that the officials generally interpreted these rules very conservatively. He further added that the officials took different stands and sometimes attempt to pass on the buck by referring the issues to center. He gave example of employment of 134 sanitary employees who were deployed on sanctioned posts. Bansal said that he had been taking up various issues of UT employees at the center. But now it was time to havebetter governance at UT level itself.
Bansal said that the associations of employees were also not clear whether to follow the Punjab rules of center rules.
Later a delegation of All India Bind Employees Association also called on Pawan Kumar Bansal at his residence. The delegation, led by its president Harpal Saini informed the MP that lot of posts under one percent blind quota for blinds had not been filled for the past many years.
Presently, these posts were vacant in Education, health, Tourism and CTU, they said.They further told that the blind students were getting fee concessions in schools and colleges in Punjab and Haryana but in Chandigarh, they were made to pay normal fee.
There were about 400 blind students in Chandigarh colleges, they told. Bansal assured them to take up the issues with the administration for necessary and immediate action.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal said Chandigarh has set an example in rehabilitation.
Chandigarh, February 23,
"Chandigarh has set an example in slum rehabilitation. It happens to be the only city in the entire country for having undertaken this project in its true spirit. Under the rehab scheme 60,000 families would get houses, of which around 50,000 have already been rehabilitated", said MP Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while addressing a massive rally in sector 25 rehabilitation colony.
Mr. Bansal today lashed out at the BJP for instigating people. He appealed to thepeople not to be misled by the BJP and assured them of all amenities in their vicinity.Mr Bansal was accompanied by former city mayor, Mr. Pardeep Chhabra, and party Colonies Cell president Mr. Shashi Shankar Tiwari.
Assuring a slum free Chandigarh, he said the residents who had got a place to live should feel fortunate as they had been provided the best amenities in a city where land cost is touching a new high, adding that construction of each house had cost the Chandigarh Administration over Rs 2.5 lakh.He also said soon licenses would be given to the roadside vendors, and elaborated on the new scheme of providing food grains to the poor.Mr Bansal said the BJP was trying to stall developmental works which was evident from its activities by stalling the parliament in the national capital and MC house here.
Former Mayor, Pardeep Chhabra while addressing the people said, The promises made by the Congress have been met adding that BJP is doing politics in the name of the religion and appealed to the people not to be misled by the people. He also added that city has been connected with so many cities across nation because of introduction of new trains.
Meeting was organised by Gurpreet Gabi ex youth congress president. Pawan Athwal, Irfan Khan, Yadwinder Mehta, Rajiv Moudgil, Omparkash saini. Daljit gill. Neelam Gill. Ankush Jolly. Anil Manchanda, Love Kumar, Naveen Sehgal. Shiv Kumar Kanwar Bhan.Nukkar natak on drugs and female foeticide was also organised. SD college students union extended their support to Pawan Bansal. Pawan Athwal president Bhatiya Balmiki Samaj Morcha joined congress. Irfan khan joined congress with 150 from Muslim community. Chanchal Chitranjan and Darshan Garg and Kishan Chadha were also present.
Chandigarh, February 23,
"Chandigarh has set an example in slum rehabilitation. It happens to be the only city in the entire country for having undertaken this project in its true spirit. Under the rehab scheme 60,000 families would get houses, of which around 50,000 have already been rehabilitated", said MP Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while addressing a massive rally in sector 25 rehabilitation colony.
Mr. Bansal today lashed out at the BJP for instigating people. He appealed to thepeople not to be misled by the BJP and assured them of all amenities in their vicinity.Mr Bansal was accompanied by former city mayor, Mr. Pardeep Chhabra, and party Colonies Cell president Mr. Shashi Shankar Tiwari.
Assuring a slum free Chandigarh, he said the residents who had got a place to live should feel fortunate as they had been provided the best amenities in a city where land cost is touching a new high, adding that construction of each house had cost the Chandigarh Administration over Rs 2.5 lakh.He also said soon licenses would be given to the roadside vendors, and elaborated on the new scheme of providing food grains to the poor.Mr Bansal said the BJP was trying to stall developmental works which was evident from its activities by stalling the parliament in the national capital and MC house here.
Former Mayor, Pardeep Chhabra while addressing the people said, The promises made by the Congress have been met adding that BJP is doing politics in the name of the religion and appealed to the people not to be misled by the people. He also added that city has been connected with so many cities across nation because of introduction of new trains.
Meeting was organised by Gurpreet Gabi ex youth congress president. Pawan Athwal, Irfan Khan, Yadwinder Mehta, Rajiv Moudgil, Omparkash saini. Daljit gill. Neelam Gill. Ankush Jolly. Anil Manchanda, Love Kumar, Naveen Sehgal. Shiv Kumar Kanwar Bhan.Nukkar natak on drugs and female foeticide was also organised. SD college students union extended their support to Pawan Bansal. Pawan Athwal president Bhatiya Balmiki Samaj Morcha joined congress. Irfan khan joined congress with 150 from Muslim community. Chanchal Chitranjan and Darshan Garg and Kishan Chadha were also present.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal Says skill development is the need of the hour.
Chandigarh, February 15, 2014:
Local Member of Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today while stressing on need for skill development, said if you have talent even challenge can become an opportunity.He was speaking at Prajapati Bhawan in sector 38 here at a joint function of the municipal corporation and Jan Shikshan Sansthan, the National Literacy Mission Authority here.
Mr. Bansal also distributed training kits to the passouts of different courses and assured a grant of Rs 8 lakh out of the MPLAD fund for their development. He said it was heartening to see the training programmes being offered under the aegis of JSS. “Getting jobs is not very easy these days, hence skill development is need of the hour. The number of applicants for any kind of jobs is more than the vacancies and we must respect whatever work is done with hands. We must ensure dignity of labour”, he added.
The MP stressed on creating groups along with the training sessions of those undergoing skill development courses so that their phone numbers can be shared with people who wish to avail their services. He also suggested need for capacity building exercise which should help form linkages for giving work to such skilled passouts.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal greets on Guru Ravi Dass Jayanti Appeals to maintain brotherhood and remove differences.
Chandigarh, February 15, 2014
On the occasion of Shri Guru Ravidass Parkash Utsav, Chandigarh MP, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal appealed to the city residents to maintain brotherhood and communal harmony. He said there was also a need to treat everyone equal. He was speaking at a function to mark the occasion at Punjab Engineering College (PEC) community centre here in sector 12. The function was organized by the association of PEC employees where Mr. Bansal was the chief guest.
Among other prominent present there included former mayor Anu Chatrath, President of the PEC Employees Association Hari Mohan, senior vice president Jaswinder Singh, and vice president Harpreet Singh among others. Mr. Bansal said we should work together setting aside all barriers of caste or religion. He was honoured with a saropa by the association members. The celebrations will conclude on February 17 with a Langar and Akhand Path.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal says Health Security Bill on anvil.
Chandigarh, February 9
On the lines of Right to Education and right to food in form of Food Security Bill, soon right to health facilities may also be a reality, this was hinted by Chandigarh MP and former union minister Pawan Kumar Bansal while addressing the residents of colony number 4 in Industrial Area phase I here today.
Bansal said this while addressing the gathering in an awareness camp, organized by Social Welfare Board, to spread awareness about various government schemes. Bansal said that union government had already started National Health Insurance Scheme for the poor people by providing them insurance of Rs. 30,000 per year. The party president Sonia Gandhi had been stressing that residents should also be ensured good health facilities as has been done by ensuring good education for each child underRTE and ensuring food for every family under food security bill.
Bansal also deliberated upon the misconception about the subsidies on LPG and use of adhar carda. He said that earlier the LPG cylinders were being black marketed and general public was facing problems in getting these cylinders. Similarly government had launched MNREGA scheme for 100 days employment to labour. But there were complaints that money was not reaching the beneficiaries for whom the scheme had been made. Looking into the complaints, it was decided to provide the benefit to the actual beneficiaries. Therefore, the subsidies on LPG or payment of wages, underMNREGA, was started through the bank, linked with adhar cards.
Referring to food security bill, Bansal said that smart ration cards were being made and this would also ensure that depot holders will have to give ration to the card holder. No other person would be able to get ration on other smart ration card holder. Bansal asked the general public to take benefits of various government schemes. He said that many schemes were being formulated for the public but later it was found that the number of beneficiaries was less than the number expected, for whom the scheme was formulated. This was because of low awareness about the schemes. He asked the volunteers and other stakeholders to play important role in making the people aware about the scheme.
Addressing the gathering, chairperson of social Welfare Board, Chandigarh, Kamlesh Kumari referred to various schemes and loans facilities in all the fields.
Former Deputy Mayor and area councilor Satish Kainth welcomed the move of social welfare board of organizing awareness camps for the public. Salochna Ahuja and Kanwaljit Kaur, both members of Social Welfare Board were also present on the occasion. The officials of various departments like labour, khadi board and social welfare department talked about various welfare and loan schemes for the people.
Chandigarh, February 9
On the lines of Right to Education and right to food in form of Food Security Bill, soon right to health facilities may also be a reality, this was hinted by Chandigarh MP and former union minister Pawan Kumar Bansal while addressing the residents of colony number 4 in Industrial Area phase I here today.
Bansal said this while addressing the gathering in an awareness camp, organized by Social Welfare Board, to spread awareness about various government schemes. Bansal said that union government had already started National Health Insurance Scheme for the poor people by providing them insurance of Rs. 30,000 per year. The party president Sonia Gandhi had been stressing that residents should also be ensured good health facilities as has been done by ensuring good education for each child underRTE and ensuring food for every family under food security bill.
Bansal also deliberated upon the misconception about the subsidies on LPG and use of adhar carda. He said that earlier the LPG cylinders were being black marketed and general public was facing problems in getting these cylinders. Similarly government had launched MNREGA scheme for 100 days employment to labour. But there were complaints that money was not reaching the beneficiaries for whom the scheme had been made. Looking into the complaints, it was decided to provide the benefit to the actual beneficiaries. Therefore, the subsidies on LPG or payment of wages, underMNREGA, was started through the bank, linked with adhar cards.
Referring to food security bill, Bansal said that smart ration cards were being made and this would also ensure that depot holders will have to give ration to the card holder. No other person would be able to get ration on other smart ration card holder. Bansal asked the general public to take benefits of various government schemes. He said that many schemes were being formulated for the public but later it was found that the number of beneficiaries was less than the number expected, for whom the scheme was formulated. This was because of low awareness about the schemes. He asked the volunteers and other stakeholders to play important role in making the people aware about the scheme.
Addressing the gathering, chairperson of social Welfare Board, Chandigarh, Kamlesh Kumari referred to various schemes and loans facilities in all the fields.
Former Deputy Mayor and area councilor Satish Kainth welcomed the move of social welfare board of organizing awareness camps for the public. Salochna Ahuja and Kanwaljit Kaur, both members of Social Welfare Board were also present on the occasion. The officials of various departments like labour, khadi board and social welfare department talked about various welfare and loan schemes for the people.
Chandigarh MP Pawan Kumar Bansal informed that UT nod to regularisation of daily wagers.
Chandigarh, February 8,
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member Parliament today released the logo of 4th Delegates Conference of Coordination Committee of Govt. & MC Employees & Workers U.T., Chandigarh at his residence. On this occasion Mr.Bansal informed that the Chandigarh Administration has approved the policy regarding the regularization of Daily wage employees. It has been a long pending demand of the employees.
4th Delegate Conference of Coordination Committee of Govt. & MC Employees & Workers U.T., Chandigarh is going to be held on February 22 in which Convenor and working committee will elected and next course of action on the demands of U.T. employees will also be decided.
Pawan Kumar Bansal while addressing the members of Coordination Committee informed that the policy of regularization of daily wagers was approved by the Administrator. About 1700 daily wagers would be covered under this policy.
All the members of the Coordination Committee led by its Convener Mr. Rakesh Kumar thanked Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal for his sincere efforts to regularize the daily wage employees.
It is pertinent to mentioned here that the Chandigarh Administration had constituted a three members committee, headed by D K Tiwari, then Secretary Forest to frame a policy regarding the regularization of Daily wage employees. Prerna Puri, Additional Home Secretary and S.K Chadha, Chief Engineer U.T. were members of the committee.After detailed discussions with the representatives of the Coordination Committee of Govt. & MC Employees & Workers U.T., Chandigarh, and committee submitted its recommendations to the Chandigarh Administration on April 5, 2013.
Chandigarh, February 8,
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member Parliament today released the logo of 4th Delegates Conference of Coordination Committee of Govt. & MC Employees & Workers U.T., Chandigarh at his residence. On this occasion Mr.Bansal informed that the Chandigarh Administration has approved the policy regarding the regularization of Daily wage employees. It has been a long pending demand of the employees.
4th Delegate Conference of Coordination Committee of Govt. & MC Employees & Workers U.T., Chandigarh is going to be held on February 22 in which Convenor and working committee will elected and next course of action on the demands of U.T. employees will also be decided.
Pawan Kumar Bansal while addressing the members of Coordination Committee informed that the policy of regularization of daily wagers was approved by the Administrator. About 1700 daily wagers would be covered under this policy.
All the members of the Coordination Committee led by its Convener Mr. Rakesh Kumar thanked Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal for his sincere efforts to regularize the daily wage employees.
It is pertinent to mentioned here that the Chandigarh Administration had constituted a three members committee, headed by D K Tiwari, then Secretary Forest to frame a policy regarding the regularization of Daily wage employees. Prerna Puri, Additional Home Secretary and S.K Chadha, Chief Engineer U.T. were members of the committee.After detailed discussions with the representatives of the Coordination Committee of Govt. & MC Employees & Workers U.T., Chandigarh, and committee submitted its recommendations to the Chandigarh Administration on April 5, 2013.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal says CA’s have an important role in the city.
Chandigarh, February 4, 2014:
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today said with city becoming a corporate hub, chartered accountants have an important role to play.
The MP said there was no denying in the fact that tax as a subject has its own importance in the economy today, adding that deliberations on the subject in the conference will bring out important conclusions.
He was speaking at TaxCon 2014, a conference at Hotel Mountview organized by Chandigarh Branch of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. “Chandigarh is already a financial, health and educational hub, and is fast becoming an IT hub of the region. While we don’t have a supportive industrial policy, but all industrial houses around city have their corporate offices in city. Hence CA’s have a very significant role”, said Mr. Bansal.
He said there are 2 lakh chartered accountants in the country and over 10 lakh students pursuing this profession, which itself explains their growing demand keeping in mind growing economies across the world.
Mr. Bansal said some crucial laws are not simple and complexities are on the rise and professionals are required in the financial sector. Seeing the presence of CA students in the audience, the MP said they should work hard to attain success and should not be afraid of facing failure.
“The way you manage things when you have nothing and the way you behave when you have everything” is the mantra of success, he said, stressing on the need to accept ups and downs and how you manage your failures, which defines life. The MP said CA’s have a major challenge to redress financial matters with their expertise. The Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Mr. Swatantra Kumar, Additional Commissioner Income Tax Garima Singh, and ICAI Chairman Krishan Joshi were also present on the occasion among others.
Chandigarh, February 4, 2014:
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today said with city becoming a corporate hub, chartered accountants have an important role to play.
The MP said there was no denying in the fact that tax as a subject has its own importance in the economy today, adding that deliberations on the subject in the conference will bring out important conclusions.
He was speaking at TaxCon 2014, a conference at Hotel Mountview organized by Chandigarh Branch of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. “Chandigarh is already a financial, health and educational hub, and is fast becoming an IT hub of the region. While we don’t have a supportive industrial policy, but all industrial houses around city have their corporate offices in city. Hence CA’s have a very significant role”, said Mr. Bansal.
He said there are 2 lakh chartered accountants in the country and over 10 lakh students pursuing this profession, which itself explains their growing demand keeping in mind growing economies across the world.
Mr. Bansal said some crucial laws are not simple and complexities are on the rise and professionals are required in the financial sector. Seeing the presence of CA students in the audience, the MP said they should work hard to attain success and should not be afraid of facing failure.
“The way you manage things when you have nothing and the way you behave when you have everything” is the mantra of success, he said, stressing on the need to accept ups and downs and how you manage your failures, which defines life. The MP said CA’s have a major challenge to redress financial matters with their expertise. The Chief Commissioner of Income Tax, Mr. Swatantra Kumar, Additional Commissioner Income Tax Garima Singh, and ICAI Chairman Krishan Joshi were also present on the occasion among others.
MP Pawan Bansal Said Himachalis have contributed a lot to city.
Chandigarh, February 2:
Chandigarh MP and former union minister Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal has said that people of Himachal Pradesh were making tremendous contributions in all spheres and they had played a major role in developing Chandigarh town. Mr. Bansal was addressing the members of Himachal Mahasabha in its 14th annual function, organized at Bhargava Auditorium in PGI at Chandigarh. Himachal Pradesh chief minister Virbhadra Singh was the chief guest in the function.
Mr. Bansal said that the residents of Himachal Pradesh had played an important role for the development of city beautiful. Bansal said that tourism growth in Himachal Pradesh has also given boost to tourism development of Chandigarh.
Addressing the members of the Himachal Mahasabha, Virbhadra Singh said that Chandigarh was an important city of the region and it had recently emerged as a main centre of education, health and information technology. He added that although there were several prestigious educational institutions in Himachal, still thousands of youth of the State opt Chandigarh for their higher studies.
Referring to the industrial package announced for Himachal Pradesh, Virbhadra Singh said that this package was terminated midway due to pressure mounted by neighbouring States. He said that now this package has been extended till 2017 which would give boost to industrialization in the State. He said that people of Himachal had sacrificed a lot for sake of neighbouring States by giving their prime land for construction of Bhakra Dam. He said that thousands of people still waits proper rehabilitation. He said that this has resulted in prosperity in neighbouring States including Punjab and Haryana. Singh said.
Virbhadra appreciated the efforts of Himachal Mahasabha Chandigarh for helping in preserving and showcasing the rich culture of the State at Chandigarh.
Professor and Head Ortho, PGI, Chandigarh Dr. Raj Bahadur, Professor and Head Cardiology Dr. Yashpal Sharma, Professor of Eye Department, PGI Dr. M.R. Dogra and Executive Magistrate, Chandigarh D.S. Beloria were honoured on the occasion.
President, Himachal Mahasabha Chandigarh Shri M.P. Agnihotri, thanked Pawan Kumar Bansal for helping the residents by taking up their cause.
Chandigarh, February 2:
Chandigarh MP and former union minister Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal has said that people of Himachal Pradesh were making tremendous contributions in all spheres and they had played a major role in developing Chandigarh town. Mr. Bansal was addressing the members of Himachal Mahasabha in its 14th annual function, organized at Bhargava Auditorium in PGI at Chandigarh. Himachal Pradesh chief minister Virbhadra Singh was the chief guest in the function.
Mr. Bansal said that the residents of Himachal Pradesh had played an important role for the development of city beautiful. Bansal said that tourism growth in Himachal Pradesh has also given boost to tourism development of Chandigarh.
Addressing the members of the Himachal Mahasabha, Virbhadra Singh said that Chandigarh was an important city of the region and it had recently emerged as a main centre of education, health and information technology. He added that although there were several prestigious educational institutions in Himachal, still thousands of youth of the State opt Chandigarh for their higher studies.
Referring to the industrial package announced for Himachal Pradesh, Virbhadra Singh said that this package was terminated midway due to pressure mounted by neighbouring States. He said that now this package has been extended till 2017 which would give boost to industrialization in the State. He said that people of Himachal had sacrificed a lot for sake of neighbouring States by giving their prime land for construction of Bhakra Dam. He said that thousands of people still waits proper rehabilitation. He said that this has resulted in prosperity in neighbouring States including Punjab and Haryana. Singh said.
Virbhadra appreciated the efforts of Himachal Mahasabha Chandigarh for helping in preserving and showcasing the rich culture of the State at Chandigarh.
Professor and Head Ortho, PGI, Chandigarh Dr. Raj Bahadur, Professor and Head Cardiology Dr. Yashpal Sharma, Professor of Eye Department, PGI Dr. M.R. Dogra and Executive Magistrate, Chandigarh D.S. Beloria were honoured on the occasion.
President, Himachal Mahasabha Chandigarh Shri M.P. Agnihotri, thanked Pawan Kumar Bansal for helping the residents by taking up their cause.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal assures redressal of MHC(Modern Hosing Complex) problems.
Chandigarh: February 2, 2014:
CHB Modern Complex Flats Residents Welfare Association (Regd) MHC Manimajra held its Annual General Body meeting at Gurukul Global school premises today. Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, MP was the Chief Guest while the City Mayor H C Kalyan was the Guest of Honour.
While speaking on the occasion the Chief Guest, Mr. Bansal while complimenting the Association for its welfare activities for the benefit of the residents of the complex, said that problems faced by the residents with Chandigarh Housing Board are being solved with his continuous efforts of taking up issues with the concerned authorities.
Issues like delay in granting ownership rights to pre 2010 GPA holders, regularization of need based changes in their flats, by Chandigarh Housing Board, and granting sector status by UT Administration, in addition to apathy on civic problem by Municipal Corporation and security aspect by local police, were raised.
In the cultural programme that followed the AGM the members were entertained by a street play ‘ Shaheed Ki Wapsi’ directed by a renowned director Rajeev Mehta.
Justice H S Bhalla, member Haryana Human Rights Commission and Mr. Babu Lal, a nominated councillor, both Patrons of the this organisation were also present. About 100 members attended the meeting.
Chandigarh: February 2, 2014:
CHB Modern Complex Flats Residents Welfare Association (Regd) MHC Manimajra held its Annual General Body meeting at Gurukul Global school premises today. Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, MP was the Chief Guest while the City Mayor H C Kalyan was the Guest of Honour.
While speaking on the occasion the Chief Guest, Mr. Bansal while complimenting the Association for its welfare activities for the benefit of the residents of the complex, said that problems faced by the residents with Chandigarh Housing Board are being solved with his continuous efforts of taking up issues with the concerned authorities.
Issues like delay in granting ownership rights to pre 2010 GPA holders, regularization of need based changes in their flats, by Chandigarh Housing Board, and granting sector status by UT Administration, in addition to apathy on civic problem by Municipal Corporation and security aspect by local police, were raised.
In the cultural programme that followed the AGM the members were entertained by a street play ‘ Shaheed Ki Wapsi’ directed by a renowned director Rajeev Mehta.
Justice H S Bhalla, member Haryana Human Rights Commission and Mr. Babu Lal, a nominated councillor, both Patrons of the this organisation were also present. About 100 members attended the meeting.
Several villagers come in support of MP Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Chandigarh, January 30, 2014
Local Member of Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today got more support from different organisations. A lot of representatives from different organisations today visited the residence of Mr. Bansal and expressed their full confidence in him.
Among others who visited his residence and extended support were Gurdip Singh Atwal,Chairman Kisan Cell, Chandigarh, Sunita Chaudary, Chairman, Zila Parishad,Chandigarh, Harbhajan Singh, ex- chairman, Anand Kajheri Ex chairman, and Daljit Singh, General Secretary, Numberdar Association.
Darshan Singh, ex-Chairman, Zila Parishad, Jit Singh, ex Director, Jai Chand, ex-Sarpanch, Palsora, Rattan Singh,panch, Sohan Singh Panch, Lakhvinder Singh Nene Dhanas, and nine Sarpanches including Gurvinder Lubana, Kishangarh, Neeta, Sarpanch Kaimbwala, Gurprit S Happy, Sarpanch Daria, Rakesh Sharma, Sarpanch Lahora, Manmohan Singh ex sarpanch, Paramjit Kaur, Sarpanch, Khuda Jassu, Harvinder Thakur, Sarpanch
Mauli Jagran, Mohinder Kaur, Sarpanch Behlana, Lachhaman Singh, Sarpanch, Raipur Khurd, Ram Karan Kaimbwala, Manoj Lubana, Member Zila Parishad also came out in his support.
Anil Kalia, Member Panchayat Samiti, Satbir Singh, Member Panchayat Samiti, Kirna, Member Panchayat Samiti, Raghubir Singh and Jai Singh, Raipur Khurd, Bhupinder Kaur, Sarangpur, Swaran Kaur Jassu met and extended support to Mr. Bansal.
The Akhil Bhartiya Safai Mazdoor Union and SC/ST Welfare Federation came out in his support stating his contribution in welfare of the downtrodden.
In a joint statement, Kesho Ram Parcha, Om Pal Chavar and Om Parkash Saini of the Union said it is for the people of Chandigarh to see how much Mr. Bansal has worked for the development of city and also for the downtrodden by helping implement several schemes which will go a long way in getting support from the city residents. They said the slum rehabilitation scheme had set an example in the entire country and it was only because of efforts of Mr.Bansal that homeless have a shelter.
Chandigarh, January 30, 2014
Local Member of Parliament, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today got more support from different organisations. A lot of representatives from different organisations today visited the residence of Mr. Bansal and expressed their full confidence in him.
Among others who visited his residence and extended support were Gurdip Singh Atwal,Chairman Kisan Cell, Chandigarh, Sunita Chaudary, Chairman, Zila Parishad,Chandigarh, Harbhajan Singh, ex- chairman, Anand Kajheri Ex chairman, and Daljit Singh, General Secretary, Numberdar Association.
Darshan Singh, ex-Chairman, Zila Parishad, Jit Singh, ex Director, Jai Chand, ex-Sarpanch, Palsora, Rattan Singh,panch, Sohan Singh Panch, Lakhvinder Singh Nene Dhanas, and nine Sarpanches including Gurvinder Lubana, Kishangarh, Neeta, Sarpanch Kaimbwala, Gurprit S Happy, Sarpanch Daria, Rakesh Sharma, Sarpanch Lahora, Manmohan Singh ex sarpanch, Paramjit Kaur, Sarpanch, Khuda Jassu, Harvinder Thakur, Sarpanch
Mauli Jagran, Mohinder Kaur, Sarpanch Behlana, Lachhaman Singh, Sarpanch, Raipur Khurd, Ram Karan Kaimbwala, Manoj Lubana, Member Zila Parishad also came out in his support.
Anil Kalia, Member Panchayat Samiti, Satbir Singh, Member Panchayat Samiti, Kirna, Member Panchayat Samiti, Raghubir Singh and Jai Singh, Raipur Khurd, Bhupinder Kaur, Sarangpur, Swaran Kaur Jassu met and extended support to Mr. Bansal.
The Akhil Bhartiya Safai Mazdoor Union and SC/ST Welfare Federation came out in his support stating his contribution in welfare of the downtrodden.
In a joint statement, Kesho Ram Parcha, Om Pal Chavar and Om Parkash Saini of the Union said it is for the people of Chandigarh to see how much Mr. Bansal has worked for the development of city and also for the downtrodden by helping implement several schemes which will go a long way in getting support from the city residents. They said the slum rehabilitation scheme had set an example in the entire country and it was only because of efforts of Mr.Bansal that homeless have a shelter.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal announced Chandigarh City gets connected to IT hub Bangalore.
Chandigarh: January 23:
Announced by Pawan Kumar Bansal, as union rail minister,Chandigarh is now connected with IT hub Bangalore through a direct train. The superfast express train, Chandigarh-Yashwantpur, a station of Bangalore, was flagged off by Pawan Kumar Bansal here today morning. This train would also halt at Pune, another important station and education hub.
The residents of tricity had been since long demanding for a train to connect these two Bangalore and Pune stations. The train would cover the journey of about 2900 kms in 55 hours. For Pune the journey would be of about 34 hour’s duration. The train will also halt at New Delhi, Bhopal and Belgaum besides 10 other important stations on the way.
After flagging off the train, Bansal, interacting with the media told that another important train to Indore was likely to start from February and other to Katra was also likely to start within few days. The inspection of newly laid Jammu- Katra track and newly built Katra railway station has already been successfully carried out. Bansal also told that escalators at Chandigarh railway station were also likely to start by January 31.
Answering a question about the power prices hike, Bansal said that he was not convinced that there was a need to increase prices. Chandigarh was a city, where electricity department was not facing the problem of non- payment of electricity bills. There has to be audit of electricity department and the public of the city should know the circumstances of need to increase the power rates, said Bansal, who further added that yesterday, he had written to Advisor to Chandigarh, expressing his concern on the issue.
Chandigarh: January 23:
Announced by Pawan Kumar Bansal, as union rail minister,Chandigarh is now connected with IT hub Bangalore through a direct train. The superfast express train, Chandigarh-Yashwantpur, a station of Bangalore, was flagged off by Pawan Kumar Bansal here today morning. This train would also halt at Pune, another important station and education hub.
The residents of tricity had been since long demanding for a train to connect these two Bangalore and Pune stations. The train would cover the journey of about 2900 kms in 55 hours. For Pune the journey would be of about 34 hour’s duration. The train will also halt at New Delhi, Bhopal and Belgaum besides 10 other important stations on the way.
After flagging off the train, Bansal, interacting with the media told that another important train to Indore was likely to start from February and other to Katra was also likely to start within few days. The inspection of newly laid Jammu- Katra track and newly built Katra railway station has already been successfully carried out. Bansal also told that escalators at Chandigarh railway station were also likely to start by January 31.
Answering a question about the power prices hike, Bansal said that he was not convinced that there was a need to increase prices. Chandigarh was a city, where electricity department was not facing the problem of non- payment of electricity bills. There has to be audit of electricity department and the public of the city should know the circumstances of need to increase the power rates, said Bansal, who further added that yesterday, he had written to Advisor to Chandigarh, expressing his concern on the issue.
MP Pawan Bansal pays tributes to journalist.
Chandigarh, January 16:
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has paid rich tributes to senior journalist Santosh Acharya who passed away on January 13.
Former Mayor, Pardeep Chabra conveying the condolences to the family on behalf of Bansal, in a condolence meeting at Chandigarh Press Club said that Santosh Acharya was a very senior journalist and had contributed a lot in the field of journalism.
A former journalist and littérateur Santosh Acharya was paid rich tribute by the members of Chandigarh Press Club, of whichhe was a founder member.
Having worked for prominent newspapers in early 1970’s, he had later shifted to Chandigarh and had started his ownnewspaper, Shivalik Sandesh. His son Nalin Acharya now runs the newspaper.
Chandigarh, January 16:
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has paid rich tributes to senior journalist Santosh Acharya who passed away on January 13.
Former Mayor, Pardeep Chabra conveying the condolences to the family on behalf of Bansal, in a condolence meeting at Chandigarh Press Club said that Santosh Acharya was a very senior journalist and had contributed a lot in the field of journalism.
A former journalist and littérateur Santosh Acharya was paid rich tribute by the members of Chandigarh Press Club, of whichhe was a founder member.
Having worked for prominent newspapers in early 1970’s, he had later shifted to Chandigarh and had started his ownnewspaper, Shivalik Sandesh. His son Nalin Acharya now runs the newspaper.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal assures streamlining ration cards process.
Chandigarh: January:
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has assured the residents of Hallomajra and other such areas that they would get their ration cards and any hindrance in the process would be looked into.
Mr Bansal said this while addressing the gathering at a “Mahila Sammelan” program organized by the Chandigarh Territorial Congress Colony Cell. The residents of the village had raised the issue stating that despite residing in the city for several years, they did not had identity proofs and also that due to the reason they were facing difficulties in getting ration from fair price shops.
Mr Bansal not only assured them that all such residents would get ration cards but also said that looking into the problems being faced by residents in getting the ration from fair prices shops, he had taken up the matter with the administration
who had agreed to increase the number of shops from existing 60 to 100.
Mr Bansal, accompanied by his wife Madhu Bansal, was in Hallomajra to attend the samellan in which prominent BSP leader from Hallomajra, Arti today joined congress party. Arti criticized the anti people policies of BSP.
Addressing the gathering Pawan Kumar Bansal stressed on the need of a policy in Chandigarh to allow the construction of housing societies in villages as was being done in neighboring state Punjab in Zirakpur. For the purpose, norms could be
formulated and enforced strictly, Bansal said. He also advocated for construction of houses not only for people from below poverty line but also those who were in low income group and could not afford to buy houses.
The residents of the colony spoke about the problems being faced by them in Halllomajra. They said sewerage and lack of proper roads was main problems that needed to be addressed on priority. A section of residents openly criticized the BSP
councilor Jannat Jahan for her failure to take up their issued in municipal corporation.
Chairman of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Colony Cell, Shashi Shanker Tiwari also spoke about the problems of residents in the area and lack of initiative by sitting municipal councilor Jannat Jahan in resolving the problems.
Sita Ram, a resident of Deep Complex while addressing the gathering thanked Bansal for getting the sewerage and drinking water supply approved for the complex. Bansal informed them that the work would soon start on it.
Former Chandigarh Mayor, Pardeep Chhabra, Congress women cell president, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Chandigarh Congress Committee General Secretary, Pawan Sharma, congress leader, Yadwinder Mehta, former youth congress president, Gurpreet Singh Gabi. Ex
Panch Dinesh Jha and senior leader from Hallomajra, Kesar Singh were also present on the occasion.
Chandigarh: January:
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has assured the residents of Hallomajra and other such areas that they would get their ration cards and any hindrance in the process would be looked into.
Mr Bansal said this while addressing the gathering at a “Mahila Sammelan” program organized by the Chandigarh Territorial Congress Colony Cell. The residents of the village had raised the issue stating that despite residing in the city for several years, they did not had identity proofs and also that due to the reason they were facing difficulties in getting ration from fair price shops.
Mr Bansal not only assured them that all such residents would get ration cards but also said that looking into the problems being faced by residents in getting the ration from fair prices shops, he had taken up the matter with the administration
who had agreed to increase the number of shops from existing 60 to 100.
Mr Bansal, accompanied by his wife Madhu Bansal, was in Hallomajra to attend the samellan in which prominent BSP leader from Hallomajra, Arti today joined congress party. Arti criticized the anti people policies of BSP.
Addressing the gathering Pawan Kumar Bansal stressed on the need of a policy in Chandigarh to allow the construction of housing societies in villages as was being done in neighboring state Punjab in Zirakpur. For the purpose, norms could be
formulated and enforced strictly, Bansal said. He also advocated for construction of houses not only for people from below poverty line but also those who were in low income group and could not afford to buy houses.
The residents of the colony spoke about the problems being faced by them in Halllomajra. They said sewerage and lack of proper roads was main problems that needed to be addressed on priority. A section of residents openly criticized the BSP
councilor Jannat Jahan for her failure to take up their issued in municipal corporation.
Chairman of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Colony Cell, Shashi Shanker Tiwari also spoke about the problems of residents in the area and lack of initiative by sitting municipal councilor Jannat Jahan in resolving the problems.
Sita Ram, a resident of Deep Complex while addressing the gathering thanked Bansal for getting the sewerage and drinking water supply approved for the complex. Bansal informed them that the work would soon start on it.
Former Chandigarh Mayor, Pardeep Chhabra, Congress women cell president, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Chandigarh Congress Committee General Secretary, Pawan Sharma, congress leader, Yadwinder Mehta, former youth congress president, Gurpreet Singh Gabi. Ex
Panch Dinesh Jha and senior leader from Hallomajra, Kesar Singh were also present on the occasion.
Metal road link to Khuda Jassu to start soon City MP Pawan Kumar Bansal assures amenities outside Lal Dora.
Chandigarh: January 12:
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today visited Khuda Jassu and heard the problems of the residents.
The residents of the village raised demands for basic amenities outside red-line (Lal Dora) of the village. They also raised demand for a metal road connecting the village with 120 feet wide road.
Bansal visited the place and assured the residents that soon work would start on the road. Bansal also assured the residents that he would take up other problems of the village residents with concerned officials to get these redressed soon.
Senior congress leader Devinder Lubana, Khuda Jassu sarpanch Paramjit Kaur, former sarpanch Swarn Kaur, Khuda Lahora sarpanch rakesh sharma and former sarpanch Manmohan Singh were also present on the occassion.
Chandigarh: January 12:
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today visited Khuda Jassu and heard the problems of the residents.
The residents of the village raised demands for basic amenities outside red-line (Lal Dora) of the village. They also raised demand for a metal road connecting the village with 120 feet wide road.
Bansal visited the place and assured the residents that soon work would start on the road. Bansal also assured the residents that he would take up other problems of the village residents with concerned officials to get these redressed soon.
Senior congress leader Devinder Lubana, Khuda Jassu sarpanch Paramjit Kaur, former sarpanch Swarn Kaur, Khuda Lahora sarpanch rakesh sharma and former sarpanch Manmohan Singh were also present on the occassion.
BSP workers join Congress
Chandigarh: January 12:
Eight prominent BSP leaders, accompanied by hundreds of supporters, from Bapu Dham colony, today joined the Congress.
The public meeting organised on the occasion also saw huge gathering of Bapu Dham Colony residents. Prominent among those who joined the congress party included, Shamlal, Nahar Singh, Sham Singh, Samar Pal, Nasir, Masterji and Balinder Singh.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal welcomed the leader to the party. Bansal also informed about various initiatives taken up for the people of Chandigarh.Bansal said that looking into the problems being faced by residents in getting the ration from fair prices shops, he had taken up the matter with the administration who had agreed to increase the number of shops from existing 60 to 100.
Bansal also said that no resident of the city would be uprooted in name of illegal construction or jhuggi. All would get the flats for BPL as per the policy norms. He also advocated for enhancement of covered area for the smaller houses,
particularly the houses developed under slum rehabilitation schemes 2-3 decades ago.Mr Bansal also told the gathering that he had got 22 new schools sanctioned during his present stint as MP. Of these eight were ready.
He also said that at least two schools were made smart schools, which were aimed at providing quality education to people from low income group. Referring the issue about increased prices of LPG, Bansal told that the government had been shelling out the subsidy of Rs. 125 lakh crores to provide cheaper LPG and petroleum products to the people.
However, people were not getting full benefits of the subsidy due to the middle men. That’s why now it had been decided to provide subsidy directly to the beneficiaries. Addressing the gathering former Chandigarh Mayor, Subhash Chawla lashed out on BJP,accusing them of interrupting the proceedings in MC house and not allowing taking up developmental issues.
Former Mayor Pardeep Chhabra informed the gathering about the new dispensaries, schools and other facilities developed in the city. Manish Bansal who was also present in the meeting was also honoured. Prominent among those who were present were H.S. Lucky, congress leader Krishan Lal. Rano, former municipal councilor Sohan Lal Vaid, youth congress president Malwinder
Kalu. Besides, youth congress leader, Gurpreet Gabi, Ankush Jolly, Yadvinder Mehta, Aman Deep, Manoj Lora, Ravinder Lohat, Naveen, Rajiv Moudgil, Parveen, Balbir, Kuldeep Dhillon and Navin Sehgal were present.
Chandigarh: January 12:
Eight prominent BSP leaders, accompanied by hundreds of supporters, from Bapu Dham colony, today joined the Congress.
The public meeting organised on the occasion also saw huge gathering of Bapu Dham Colony residents. Prominent among those who joined the congress party included, Shamlal, Nahar Singh, Sham Singh, Samar Pal, Nasir, Masterji and Balinder Singh.
Addressing the gathering on the occasion, MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal welcomed the leader to the party. Bansal also informed about various initiatives taken up for the people of Chandigarh.Bansal said that looking into the problems being faced by residents in getting the ration from fair prices shops, he had taken up the matter with the administration who had agreed to increase the number of shops from existing 60 to 100.
Bansal also said that no resident of the city would be uprooted in name of illegal construction or jhuggi. All would get the flats for BPL as per the policy norms. He also advocated for enhancement of covered area for the smaller houses,
particularly the houses developed under slum rehabilitation schemes 2-3 decades ago.Mr Bansal also told the gathering that he had got 22 new schools sanctioned during his present stint as MP. Of these eight were ready.
He also said that at least two schools were made smart schools, which were aimed at providing quality education to people from low income group. Referring the issue about increased prices of LPG, Bansal told that the government had been shelling out the subsidy of Rs. 125 lakh crores to provide cheaper LPG and petroleum products to the people.
However, people were not getting full benefits of the subsidy due to the middle men. That’s why now it had been decided to provide subsidy directly to the beneficiaries. Addressing the gathering former Chandigarh Mayor, Subhash Chawla lashed out on BJP,accusing them of interrupting the proceedings in MC house and not allowing taking up developmental issues.
Former Mayor Pardeep Chhabra informed the gathering about the new dispensaries, schools and other facilities developed in the city. Manish Bansal who was also present in the meeting was also honoured. Prominent among those who were present were H.S. Lucky, congress leader Krishan Lal. Rano, former municipal councilor Sohan Lal Vaid, youth congress president Malwinder
Kalu. Besides, youth congress leader, Gurpreet Gabi, Ankush Jolly, Yadvinder Mehta, Aman Deep, Manoj Lora, Ravinder Lohat, Naveen, Rajiv Moudgil, Parveen, Balbir, Kuldeep Dhillon and Navin Sehgal were present.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal said Blood donation the need of the hour.
Chandigarh, January, 2014
City Member of Parliament Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said there was no other donation as big as blood donation. While speaking at a blood donation camp held at Sector 45 here, Mr Bansal said such camps are a noble cause and also encourage youngsters towards the importance of blood donation.
A total of 100 units of blood was donated at the camp. The camp was held under the supervision of a team of doctors from Gian Sagar Medical College and Hospital, The camp had been organized by Sarv Mangal Society in the sector 45 market and among those prominent present there were councilor and former mayor Pardeep Chhabra, society chairman Jagdeep Rana, vice president GS Negi, General Secretary Ram Gopal among others.
The society had also kept a religious discourse on the occasion. Mr Bansal said he is associated with such camps since many years now. He added one
should ensure blood donation once in three months.
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Chandigarh, January, 2014
City Member of Parliament Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said there was no other donation as big as blood donation. While speaking at a blood donation camp held at Sector 45 here, Mr Bansal said such camps are a noble cause and also encourage youngsters towards the importance of blood donation.
A total of 100 units of blood was donated at the camp. The camp was held under the supervision of a team of doctors from Gian Sagar Medical College and Hospital, The camp had been organized by Sarv Mangal Society in the sector 45 market and among those prominent present there were councilor and former mayor Pardeep Chhabra, society chairman Jagdeep Rana, vice president GS Negi, General Secretary Ram Gopal among others.
The society had also kept a religious discourse on the occasion. Mr Bansal said he is associated with such camps since many years now. He added one
should ensure blood donation once in three months.
For more information : http://pawankumarbansal.weebly.com/press-releases.html
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal assures to redress daily wagers demands.
Chandigarh, January 5, 2014
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said he would be taking up the issues of daily wagers on priority. While addressing a public meeting at Maloya here this evening Mr Bansal said he would be taking their demands in Delhi and assured he would bring some good news for them.
He was accompanied by his wife Mrs Madhu Bansal. The MP also appealed to the people not to be misled by the opposition party and assured them of more facilities to further improve their quality of living. Meanwhile in another function Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has lauded the role of Resident’s Welfare Associations in taking up resident’s problems for a quicker redressal. Bansal was addressing the members of Resident’s Welfare Association, Pipliwala town in Manimajra on Sunday afternoon.
Ramesh Kumar Goyal, the president of RWA took up various problems of the area with the MP. A section of residents expressed their displeasure overthe in different attitude of the area municipal councilor. Residents raised their demands and sought a pacca road and improvement in sewerage system besides other requirements of the area.
Bansal assured the residents that he would take up the problems with the concerned officials and ensure faster redressal.Bansal also visited the area and took a stock of other problems. Bansal said that he would soon visit the area again with the concerned officials and get the problems redressed and ensure better basic amenities.
Chandigarh, January 5, 2014
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said he would be taking up the issues of daily wagers on priority. While addressing a public meeting at Maloya here this evening Mr Bansal said he would be taking their demands in Delhi and assured he would bring some good news for them.
He was accompanied by his wife Mrs Madhu Bansal. The MP also appealed to the people not to be misled by the opposition party and assured them of more facilities to further improve their quality of living. Meanwhile in another function Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has lauded the role of Resident’s Welfare Associations in taking up resident’s problems for a quicker redressal. Bansal was addressing the members of Resident’s Welfare Association, Pipliwala town in Manimajra on Sunday afternoon.
Ramesh Kumar Goyal, the president of RWA took up various problems of the area with the MP. A section of residents expressed their displeasure overthe in different attitude of the area municipal councilor. Residents raised their demands and sought a pacca road and improvement in sewerage system besides other requirements of the area.
Bansal assured the residents that he would take up the problems with the concerned officials and ensure faster redressal.Bansal also visited the area and took a stock of other problems. Bansal said that he would soon visit the area again with the concerned officials and get the problems redressed and ensure better basic amenities.
Blood donation need of the hour: Pawan Kumar Bansal
Chandigarh, January 5, 2014
City Member of Parliament Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said there was no other donation as big as blood donation. While speaking at a blood donation camp held at Sector 45 here, Mr Bansal said such camps are a noble cause and also encourage youngsters towards the importance of blood donation.
A total of 100 units of blood was donated at the camp. The camp was held under the supervision of a team of doctors from Gian Sagar Medical College and Hospital, The camp had been organized by Sarv Mangal Society in the sector 45 market and among those prominent present there were councilor and former mayor Pardeep Chhabra, society chairman Jagdeep Rana, vice president GS Negi, General Secretary Ram Gopal among others.
The society had also kept a religious discourse on the occasion. Mr Bansal said he is associated with such camps since many years now. He added one should ensure blood donation once in three months.
Chandigarh, January 5, 2014
City Member of Parliament Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said there was no other donation as big as blood donation. While speaking at a blood donation camp held at Sector 45 here, Mr Bansal said such camps are a noble cause and also encourage youngsters towards the importance of blood donation.
A total of 100 units of blood was donated at the camp. The camp was held under the supervision of a team of doctors from Gian Sagar Medical College and Hospital, The camp had been organized by Sarv Mangal Society in the sector 45 market and among those prominent present there were councilor and former mayor Pardeep Chhabra, society chairman Jagdeep Rana, vice president GS Negi, General Secretary Ram Gopal among others.
The society had also kept a religious discourse on the occasion. Mr Bansal said he is associated with such camps since many years now. He added one should ensure blood donation once in three months.
Make city clean to be ‘City Beautiful: PK Bansal
Chandigarh, January 5, 2014
Chandigarh cannot become a beautiful city by just calling it ‘City Beautiful’. What is required is to keep it clean and also to spread awareness about it. Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, Chandigarh MP was speaking at a function organized by Residents Welfare Association Sector 28 A at the Saint Soldier School where the sector welfare association had called a general body meeting.
Mr Bansal was the chief guest on the occasion and he was accompanied by his wife Mrs Madhu Bansal. The association resident Mrs Ritu, vice president Pardeep Aggarwal and Rajesh Gupta, general secretary Col (retd) Avinash Sharma among others were present.
The MP also released the directory of the sector 28A welfare association.Mr Bansal said it was a heartening to see that the welfare association members were making efforts to make people aware of making the sector garbage free. He said the residents can play an important role in keeping city clean and beautiful. He also added that the welfare association had joined hands with the municipal corporation and was hence making a good progress in their initiative.
Chandigarh, January 5, 2014
Chandigarh cannot become a beautiful city by just calling it ‘City Beautiful’. What is required is to keep it clean and also to spread awareness about it. Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, Chandigarh MP was speaking at a function organized by Residents Welfare Association Sector 28 A at the Saint Soldier School where the sector welfare association had called a general body meeting.
Mr Bansal was the chief guest on the occasion and he was accompanied by his wife Mrs Madhu Bansal. The association resident Mrs Ritu, vice president Pardeep Aggarwal and Rajesh Gupta, general secretary Col (retd) Avinash Sharma among others were present.
The MP also released the directory of the sector 28A welfare association.Mr Bansal said it was a heartening to see that the welfare association members were making efforts to make people aware of making the sector garbage free. He said the residents can play an important role in keeping city clean and beautiful. He also added that the welfare association had joined hands with the municipal corporation and was hence making a good progress in their initiative.
Follow the teachings of Sai Baba:Pawan Bansal
Panchkula, 4 January 2014
Shirdi Sai Sewa Samiti on Saturday held its annual Sai Baba Ji Palki Yatra at Sector 16 Sai Temple in Panchkula today. The chief guest on the occasion was Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal.
The Samiti President, Mr V.M Sehgal led the yatra which happens to be an annual affair of the Sai devotees. Mr Bansal while addressing the devotees said called upon the devotees to follow the teachings of Sai Baba.
The Samiti Press Secretary Jyoti Sehgal while giving the information said the yatra, which included tableaus, started from the temple and passed through different sectors of Panchkula. A large bhandara was organized to conclude the yatra in Sector 10. Former Mayor Subhash Chawla was also present on the occasion.
Panchkula, 4 January 2014
Shirdi Sai Sewa Samiti on Saturday held its annual Sai Baba Ji Palki Yatra at Sector 16 Sai Temple in Panchkula today. The chief guest on the occasion was Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal.
The Samiti President, Mr V.M Sehgal led the yatra which happens to be an annual affair of the Sai devotees. Mr Bansal while addressing the devotees said called upon the devotees to follow the teachings of Sai Baba.
The Samiti Press Secretary Jyoti Sehgal while giving the information said the yatra, which included tableaus, started from the temple and passed through different sectors of Panchkula. A large bhandara was organized to conclude the yatra in Sector 10. Former Mayor Subhash Chawla was also present on the occasion.
‘Modernised community centres to come up in city’:MP Pawan Bansal
Chandigarh, January 2
Local Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today announced that city will soon come up with modernised community centres which would have all the facilities like marriage palaces. While speaking at a New Year function organised by Senior Citizens Council in Sector 38 community centre here, the MP also announced that all community centres would be provided with reading rooms specially for the elderly, where they will be able to read books and newspapers. These reading rooms would come up with financial aid of MPLAD funds.
Mr Bansal said there was need to understand the problems of senior citizens and redress them accordingly. He said those who retire from their respective jobs at the age of 58 or 60 have a lot of potential to contribute to the welfare of the society and their services should be utilised. He cited the example of teachers who he said can help in imparting education even after their retirement.
Extending his new year wishes to around 150 senior citizens present there, the MP said there was a need for better social security of the elderly. “It is the responsibility of children to take care of their parents and there are laws governing the same, but what is needed is change in mindset of the people”, he said.
Mr Bansal also announced a modern hospital in the third phase sectors to cater to the growing needs of senior citizens in these sectors.
Newly elected mayor Harphool Chand Kalyan who was also present on the occasion said it was our duty to show respect towards the elderly. He also announced no fee would be charged from senior citizens infuture for use of community centres for their welfare activities.
S.D. Kalia, President of the Senior Citizens Council also spoke on the occasion. Members of the council presented a cultural programme to mark the new year celebratins, which included songs, poetry and other performances bringing out the talent in them.
Chandigarh, January 2
Local Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today announced that city will soon come up with modernised community centres which would have all the facilities like marriage palaces. While speaking at a New Year function organised by Senior Citizens Council in Sector 38 community centre here, the MP also announced that all community centres would be provided with reading rooms specially for the elderly, where they will be able to read books and newspapers. These reading rooms would come up with financial aid of MPLAD funds.
Mr Bansal said there was need to understand the problems of senior citizens and redress them accordingly. He said those who retire from their respective jobs at the age of 58 or 60 have a lot of potential to contribute to the welfare of the society and their services should be utilised. He cited the example of teachers who he said can help in imparting education even after their retirement.
Extending his new year wishes to around 150 senior citizens present there, the MP said there was a need for better social security of the elderly. “It is the responsibility of children to take care of their parents and there are laws governing the same, but what is needed is change in mindset of the people”, he said.
Mr Bansal also announced a modern hospital in the third phase sectors to cater to the growing needs of senior citizens in these sectors.
Newly elected mayor Harphool Chand Kalyan who was also present on the occasion said it was our duty to show respect towards the elderly. He also announced no fee would be charged from senior citizens infuture for use of community centres for their welfare activities.
S.D. Kalia, President of the Senior Citizens Council also spoke on the occasion. Members of the council presented a cultural programme to mark the new year celebratins, which included songs, poetry and other performances bringing out the talent in them.
Cong has rehabilitated 60000 poor families’: Pawan Bansal
Chandigarh, December 29
City MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today lashed out at the BJP for instigating people. While addressing a public meeting in Sector 49 rehabilitation colony, Mr Bansal appealed to the people not to be misled by the BJP and assured them of all amenities in their vicinity. Mr Bansal also said Chandigarh has set an example in slum rehabilitation. “It happens to be the only city in the entire country for having undertaken this project in its true spirit. Under the rehab scheme 60,000 families would get houses, of which around 50,000 have already been rehabilitated. Mr Bansal was accompanied by his wife Mrs Madhu Bansal, while other senior party leaders present there were city mayor, Mr Subhash Chawla, party Colonies Cell president Shashi Shankar Tiwari, and Area Councillor Harphool Singh Kalyan. The MP said he had once gone to Chennai where he was told about the slum rehabilitation scheme, which he said was however restricted to just 350 families. He took on the BJP by saying, “Where was BJP when the slums were demolished? They never ensured houses for those who were displaced. It was only the Congress which made it sure to first provide dwelling units and then demolish the structures.”
Assuring a slum free Chandigarh, he said the residents who had got a place to live should feel fortunate as they had been provided the best amenities in a city where land cost is touching a new high, adding that construction of each house had cost the Chandigarh Administration over Rs 2.5 lakh. “I understand there are problems, which are being resolved, but see the parks, the toilet facilities and parking areas around you and we are there to improve your living conditions further”, he said, adding that it was an assurance from the party that ownership rights of houses rested with the original allottees. While referring to the grievances raised by the residents, he spoke about the ration cards problem being faced, which he said was being done for their betterment and to streamline the Public Distribution System. “We have resolved the problem of faulty streetlights recently but you should also see your children don’t break them. Water and electricity problem is also being redressed but again you all should ensure you don’t waste it”, said Mr Bansal.
City Mayor, Subhash Chawla while addressing the people said, their demand for health services are being redressed with the opening of a dispensary on December 31. He said the party had delivered what it had promised the slum dwellers in the last election. Colony Cell President, Shashi Shankar Tiwari appealed to the people to vote for Congress in the forthcoming elections next year. Area Councillor Harphool Singh Kalyan said the colony would be transferred to Municipal Corporation after 5 years, following which more facilities will be provided to the beneficiaries.
Chandigarh, December 29
City MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today lashed out at the BJP for instigating people. While addressing a public meeting in Sector 49 rehabilitation colony, Mr Bansal appealed to the people not to be misled by the BJP and assured them of all amenities in their vicinity. Mr Bansal also said Chandigarh has set an example in slum rehabilitation. “It happens to be the only city in the entire country for having undertaken this project in its true spirit. Under the rehab scheme 60,000 families would get houses, of which around 50,000 have already been rehabilitated. Mr Bansal was accompanied by his wife Mrs Madhu Bansal, while other senior party leaders present there were city mayor, Mr Subhash Chawla, party Colonies Cell president Shashi Shankar Tiwari, and Area Councillor Harphool Singh Kalyan. The MP said he had once gone to Chennai where he was told about the slum rehabilitation scheme, which he said was however restricted to just 350 families. He took on the BJP by saying, “Where was BJP when the slums were demolished? They never ensured houses for those who were displaced. It was only the Congress which made it sure to first provide dwelling units and then demolish the structures.”
Assuring a slum free Chandigarh, he said the residents who had got a place to live should feel fortunate as they had been provided the best amenities in a city where land cost is touching a new high, adding that construction of each house had cost the Chandigarh Administration over Rs 2.5 lakh. “I understand there are problems, which are being resolved, but see the parks, the toilet facilities and parking areas around you and we are there to improve your living conditions further”, he said, adding that it was an assurance from the party that ownership rights of houses rested with the original allottees. While referring to the grievances raised by the residents, he spoke about the ration cards problem being faced, which he said was being done for their betterment and to streamline the Public Distribution System. “We have resolved the problem of faulty streetlights recently but you should also see your children don’t break them. Water and electricity problem is also being redressed but again you all should ensure you don’t waste it”, said Mr Bansal.
City Mayor, Subhash Chawla while addressing the people said, their demand for health services are being redressed with the opening of a dispensary on December 31. He said the party had delivered what it had promised the slum dwellers in the last election. Colony Cell President, Shashi Shankar Tiwari appealed to the people to vote for Congress in the forthcoming elections next year. Area Councillor Harphool Singh Kalyan said the colony would be transferred to Municipal Corporation after 5 years, following which more facilities will be provided to the beneficiaries.
'Mahila Cong should make people aware of false BJP propaganda': Bansal
Chandigarh, December 29
Former minister and Chandigarh MP, Pawan Kumar Bansal has lambasted the BJP, accusing them for spreading false publicity and misleading the general public. Bansal called upon the workers of Mahila congress to make public aware against such misleading information being spread. Bansal said this while addressing the meeting of Chandigarh Mahila Congress, on the visit of Shobha Ozha, the president of Akhil Bhartiya Mahila Congress.
Bansal said that congress had always involved the women in the process of important decisions for the welfare of the country and now it was their turn to come out and reach upto the people for making them aware about the initiatives taken by congress led UPA government. Bansal however cautioned the workers to not to get indulged in false propaganda.
Addressing the Mahila congress workers, Shobha Ozha said that the workers have to play a greater role in crime and atrocities against women in the society. Ozha said that the women workers at the grassroots level have to ensure that the benefits of various policies launched by the government reaches to the beneficiaries. She also said that congress workers should also get involved in make self help groups of the women, to make them self reliant.
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee President B B Bahl recalled the role of Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru and other congress leaders for building the nation.
Chandigarh Mayor, Subhash Chawla while addressing the workers talked about various initiatives like Right to Information, Right to Education and Food Security Bill taken by the congress. Madhu Bansal, wife of Chandigarh MP Pawan Bansal, stressed on the need of greater participation of mahila congress workers. She referred to initiatives like reservation for women in parliament, assembly and local government.
Chandigarh, December 29
Former minister and Chandigarh MP, Pawan Kumar Bansal has lambasted the BJP, accusing them for spreading false publicity and misleading the general public. Bansal called upon the workers of Mahila congress to make public aware against such misleading information being spread. Bansal said this while addressing the meeting of Chandigarh Mahila Congress, on the visit of Shobha Ozha, the president of Akhil Bhartiya Mahila Congress.
Bansal said that congress had always involved the women in the process of important decisions for the welfare of the country and now it was their turn to come out and reach upto the people for making them aware about the initiatives taken by congress led UPA government. Bansal however cautioned the workers to not to get indulged in false propaganda.
Addressing the Mahila congress workers, Shobha Ozha said that the workers have to play a greater role in crime and atrocities against women in the society. Ozha said that the women workers at the grassroots level have to ensure that the benefits of various policies launched by the government reaches to the beneficiaries. She also said that congress workers should also get involved in make self help groups of the women, to make them self reliant.
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee President B B Bahl recalled the role of Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru and other congress leaders for building the nation.
Chandigarh Mayor, Subhash Chawla while addressing the workers talked about various initiatives like Right to Information, Right to Education and Food Security Bill taken by the congress. Madhu Bansal, wife of Chandigarh MP Pawan Bansal, stressed on the need of greater participation of mahila congress workers. She referred to initiatives like reservation for women in parliament, assembly and local government.
'Need for more participation of youth in politics': MP Bansal
Chandigarh: December 28:
Former union minister and Chandigarh MP, Pawan Kumar Bansal has stressed on the need of increased participation of youth in the politics. Bansal was addressing congress workers at the office of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee on Saturday in an event organised to mark Congress Foundation day.
Bansal said that BJP was attempting to keep the people under delusion. However, the congress party was confident that the developmental works undertaken by the congress led UPA government would be good for the nation in the long run. Bansal said that present rural youth was running towards urban areas to look for a job. There was also a need to make the employment avenues available for the rural youth in their areas so that besides continuing the agriculture, they could also earn better income. Bansal said that in the present state the farmers had started getting better income.
Harish Choudhary, the All India Congress committee, secretary who was present as observer in the meeting, convened to decide the congress candidates for the post of Chandigarh Mayor, Senior Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayor also addressed the congress workers. Chaudhary called upon the workers to study the expectations and needs of the youth and bring it to the notice of policy makers so that such initiatives could be taken to fulfill the needs of modern youth.
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee President B B Bahl while addressing the workers paid rich tribute to former Prime minister Jawahar Lal Nehru on the year of 125 birth anniversary of the later. Bahl informed the workers that to mark the 125 birth anniversary of Nehru, the congress committee had donated 125 kg rice and 125 kgs of milk for the blind students.
Chandigarh Mayor Subhash Chawla also addressed the workers.
Later, Pawan Kumar Bansal also chaired a meeting of District Congress Committee (Rural). In this meeting the president of the committee, Devinder Lubana presented an agenda for discussion about various issued. Lubana called for regularisation of houses outside Lal Dora and providing basic amenities to these house owners. Lubana also stressed on need for inclusion of all eligible people under the ambit of Food Security Bill.
Chandigarh: December 28:
Former union minister and Chandigarh MP, Pawan Kumar Bansal has stressed on the need of increased participation of youth in the politics. Bansal was addressing congress workers at the office of Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee on Saturday in an event organised to mark Congress Foundation day.
Bansal said that BJP was attempting to keep the people under delusion. However, the congress party was confident that the developmental works undertaken by the congress led UPA government would be good for the nation in the long run. Bansal said that present rural youth was running towards urban areas to look for a job. There was also a need to make the employment avenues available for the rural youth in their areas so that besides continuing the agriculture, they could also earn better income. Bansal said that in the present state the farmers had started getting better income.
Harish Choudhary, the All India Congress committee, secretary who was present as observer in the meeting, convened to decide the congress candidates for the post of Chandigarh Mayor, Senior Deputy Mayor and Deputy Mayor also addressed the congress workers. Chaudhary called upon the workers to study the expectations and needs of the youth and bring it to the notice of policy makers so that such initiatives could be taken to fulfill the needs of modern youth.
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee President B B Bahl while addressing the workers paid rich tribute to former Prime minister Jawahar Lal Nehru on the year of 125 birth anniversary of the later. Bahl informed the workers that to mark the 125 birth anniversary of Nehru, the congress committee had donated 125 kg rice and 125 kgs of milk for the blind students.
Chandigarh Mayor Subhash Chawla also addressed the workers.
Later, Pawan Kumar Bansal also chaired a meeting of District Congress Committee (Rural). In this meeting the president of the committee, Devinder Lubana presented an agenda for discussion about various issued. Lubana called for regularisation of houses outside Lal Dora and providing basic amenities to these house owners. Lubana also stressed on need for inclusion of all eligible people under the ambit of Food Security Bill.
'Imbibe the significance of Christmas’: MP Pawan Bansal joins Christmas celebrations
Chandigarh, December 25
Christmas is a festival which gives the message of brotherhood, besides love and peace, hence we should celebrate it by imbibing its significance, said Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, city Member of Parliament. He was speaking at a Christmas function organized by All India Rajiv Gandhi Brigade at Bal Bhawan in Sector 23 here today. Mr Bansal while joining the Christmas celebrations there said Jesus Christ was a true preacher of love and he came into this world to spread love among us. While extending Christmas wishes to city residents, the MP appealed to maintain calm and brotherhood. There was carol singing at the celebrations which were held to mark the occasion. District President of the Brigade Chaggan Lal was also present on the occasion and while extending his wishes said Mr Bansal has always supported the Christian community and thanked him for the same.
Mr Bansal was also the chief guest at a Christmas function organized by Unity of Faith Church, Sector 49 here. There was a cultural programme by children who staged the story of Jesus Christ. The MP while speaking on the occasion said the people should follow the teachings of Jesus Christ, who believed in love and forgiveness. Indian Christian Assembly Church, Manimajra celebrated Christmas Day at Manimajra. Mr Pawan Bansal who was the chief guest on the occasion while speaking on the occasion appealed for keeping alive the secular spirit of India and said being a mosaic of so many religious the country had its own character, adding that the city had a substantial Christian population which was contributing a lot in the growth of the city. Pastor Rajan Baby of Indian Christian Assembly was also present on the occasion and thanked Mr Bansal for taking out time to join them in Christmas celebrations. The Colony Cell of the Congress local unit under the presidentship of Shashi Shakar Tiwari also organized a function in the evening at Ram Darbar to mark the occasion.
Chandigarh, December 25
Christmas is a festival which gives the message of brotherhood, besides love and peace, hence we should celebrate it by imbibing its significance, said Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, city Member of Parliament. He was speaking at a Christmas function organized by All India Rajiv Gandhi Brigade at Bal Bhawan in Sector 23 here today. Mr Bansal while joining the Christmas celebrations there said Jesus Christ was a true preacher of love and he came into this world to spread love among us. While extending Christmas wishes to city residents, the MP appealed to maintain calm and brotherhood. There was carol singing at the celebrations which were held to mark the occasion. District President of the Brigade Chaggan Lal was also present on the occasion and while extending his wishes said Mr Bansal has always supported the Christian community and thanked him for the same.
Mr Bansal was also the chief guest at a Christmas function organized by Unity of Faith Church, Sector 49 here. There was a cultural programme by children who staged the story of Jesus Christ. The MP while speaking on the occasion said the people should follow the teachings of Jesus Christ, who believed in love and forgiveness. Indian Christian Assembly Church, Manimajra celebrated Christmas Day at Manimajra. Mr Pawan Bansal who was the chief guest on the occasion while speaking on the occasion appealed for keeping alive the secular spirit of India and said being a mosaic of so many religious the country had its own character, adding that the city had a substantial Christian population which was contributing a lot in the growth of the city. Pastor Rajan Baby of Indian Christian Assembly was also present on the occasion and thanked Mr Bansal for taking out time to join them in Christmas celebrations. The Colony Cell of the Congress local unit under the presidentship of Shashi Shakar Tiwari also organized a function in the evening at Ram Darbar to mark the occasion.
MP Bansal assures early redressal of UT employees demands
Chandigarh, December 24
Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today while extending support to the demands of Horticulture Workers Union, said he would take them up with the concerned authorities in Municipal Corporation and Chandigarh Administration. He was addressing the union members at a gate meeting held in Sector 23 Jang Ghar here today. While addressing the gate meeting Mr Laljeet, President of the Union and Raja Ram, General Secretary thanked Mr Bansal for supporting the cause of the employees.
The various demands of the employees include, risk duty allowance for those involved in cutting parthenium grass, filling up of vacancies as many posts have been lying vacant, honorarium for daily wagers and gardeners, besides other demands. Mr Ashwani Kumar, leader Coordination Committee of UT Employees said the Chandigarh Administration is not regularizing the services of daily wagers even when they were putting in their hard work and entire day in carrying out their duty. Mr Rakesh Kumar, Convener Coordination Committee said the employees are also demanding central pay scale, and removing 5 percent ceiling on compassionate appointments but their demands have not been met. Mr Bansal while assuring the employees of taking up their demands said there was no reason why so many vacant posts were not being filled up, adding that he would take it up with the officials. While referring to the demand of daily wagers not being regularised he said he has taken up the issue in Delhi as well and soon there will be a solution to the problem, which would positively impact around 1700 such employees. He added such rights of employees should be secured and they should get retirement benefits as well.
Chandigarh, December 24
Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today while extending support to the demands of Horticulture Workers Union, said he would take them up with the concerned authorities in Municipal Corporation and Chandigarh Administration. He was addressing the union members at a gate meeting held in Sector 23 Jang Ghar here today. While addressing the gate meeting Mr Laljeet, President of the Union and Raja Ram, General Secretary thanked Mr Bansal for supporting the cause of the employees.
The various demands of the employees include, risk duty allowance for those involved in cutting parthenium grass, filling up of vacancies as many posts have been lying vacant, honorarium for daily wagers and gardeners, besides other demands. Mr Ashwani Kumar, leader Coordination Committee of UT Employees said the Chandigarh Administration is not regularizing the services of daily wagers even when they were putting in their hard work and entire day in carrying out their duty. Mr Rakesh Kumar, Convener Coordination Committee said the employees are also demanding central pay scale, and removing 5 percent ceiling on compassionate appointments but their demands have not been met. Mr Bansal while assuring the employees of taking up their demands said there was no reason why so many vacant posts were not being filled up, adding that he would take it up with the officials. While referring to the demand of daily wagers not being regularised he said he has taken up the issue in Delhi as well and soon there will be a solution to the problem, which would positively impact around 1700 such employees. He added such rights of employees should be secured and they should get retirement benefits as well.
MP flags off national integration camp delegates
Chandigarh, December 24
Local MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said such opportunities like the national integration camp help in strengthening bonds between children of different states. Addressing the delegates at D.C. Montessori School in Manimajra, the MP said it’s heartening to know about the good work being done by Nehru Bal Sangh, a voluntary youth organisation, having branches across the country, which brings all students together. Mr Bansal said such activities promote national integration in the true sense.
In Pune 500 delegates of Class Nine to 12 are expected to participate in the camp to be held from December 27 to January 4. From North zone 90 students were selected and will represent their respective states. The students will stay in tents, each tent representing a state and for a week will share their ideas and culture.
“Children get to know about the customs and traditions of our country. It indeed brings out the beautiful mosaic of India’s culture”, he said. Mr Bansal also recalled how his participation in a similar camp had left lasting memories.
“Education is important but what matters is wholistic education which can add value through such programmes which leave you with a lot of friends to last a lifetime”, said the MP while extending his blessings to the participating students present there.
Convener of the North Zone chapter of Nehru Bal Sangh, Mr Ashwani Sharma while speaking on the occasion said the Sangh was started way back in 1964 and till now 28 national integration camps have been held.
Chandigarh, December 24
Local MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said such opportunities like the national integration camp help in strengthening bonds between children of different states. Addressing the delegates at D.C. Montessori School in Manimajra, the MP said it’s heartening to know about the good work being done by Nehru Bal Sangh, a voluntary youth organisation, having branches across the country, which brings all students together. Mr Bansal said such activities promote national integration in the true sense.
In Pune 500 delegates of Class Nine to 12 are expected to participate in the camp to be held from December 27 to January 4. From North zone 90 students were selected and will represent their respective states. The students will stay in tents, each tent representing a state and for a week will share their ideas and culture.
“Children get to know about the customs and traditions of our country. It indeed brings out the beautiful mosaic of India’s culture”, he said. Mr Bansal also recalled how his participation in a similar camp had left lasting memories.
“Education is important but what matters is wholistic education which can add value through such programmes which leave you with a lot of friends to last a lifetime”, said the MP while extending his blessings to the participating students present there.
Convener of the North Zone chapter of Nehru Bal Sangh, Mr Ashwani Sharma while speaking on the occasion said the Sangh was started way back in 1964 and till now 28 national integration camps have been held.
‘Learn the art of forgiveness, love and peace’: MP Bansal Extends Christmas greetings to city residents
Chandigarh, December 23
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, MP, while extending Christmas wishes today said this festival is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Jesus Christ who has spread the message of love and peace. “We should also learn from him the art of forgiveness. If you can forgive someone for his bad deeds, you are celebrating the Christmas truly”, he added. Mr Bansal was the chief guest at a Shobha Yatra organized at Sector 25 rally ground here,which was organized by Tricity Churches Association. He said so many of us at this time come together in fellowship, we should be mindful of those who are in distress. He said Christmas is a festival of love, peace and happiness.
A Santa Claus and Christmas carols were a part of the Shobha Yatra. The procession was accompanied by huge floats and culminated at the Sector 25 rally ground with a huge langar that served around 5000-6000 persons. Mr Anup Sunny Gill, Executive Vice President of the Association, said the procession, which included devotees on trucks and tractors, started from the Christ Church in Sector 18 at 11 am and then moved to the Sector 19 church. Thereafter, it passed through major roads of the city and headed to the rally ground in Sector 25, where langar was hosted by the church.
Chandigarh, December 23
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, MP, while extending Christmas wishes today said this festival is celebrated to mark the birth anniversary of Lord Jesus Christ who has spread the message of love and peace. “We should also learn from him the art of forgiveness. If you can forgive someone for his bad deeds, you are celebrating the Christmas truly”, he added. Mr Bansal was the chief guest at a Shobha Yatra organized at Sector 25 rally ground here,which was organized by Tricity Churches Association. He said so many of us at this time come together in fellowship, we should be mindful of those who are in distress. He said Christmas is a festival of love, peace and happiness.
A Santa Claus and Christmas carols were a part of the Shobha Yatra. The procession was accompanied by huge floats and culminated at the Sector 25 rally ground with a huge langar that served around 5000-6000 persons. Mr Anup Sunny Gill, Executive Vice President of the Association, said the procession, which included devotees on trucks and tractors, started from the Christ Church in Sector 18 at 11 am and then moved to the Sector 19 church. Thereafter, it passed through major roads of the city and headed to the rally ground in Sector 25, where langar was hosted by the church.
Genuine demands of CHB house owners will be redressed
Chandigarh, December 22
Residents of Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB) houses today came together to press for their demands under the banner of CHB Residents Federation here. CHB Residents Federation is an apex body of 45 welfare associations across city. The city MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal who was the chief guest on the occasion said he would take up the demands raised by the residents with the CHB authorities. Residents of CHB and Tenement Colonies assembled peacefully for one hour at eleven different venues in the city. Nirmal Dutt, Chairman of the Federation said the first allotment of CHB houses was made in 1979. In these last 34 years, the number of the CHB allottees has grown to about 50,000 and 90 percent of the residents have made changes in their houses which are ‘illegal constructions’ in view of the prevailing bye-laws.
Dutt added the Board Authorities must realize that the lower middle-class who constitute an overwhelming majority of the CHB Residents, have used the hard-earned money to accommodate their growing children by making need-based changes in their houses. When every other day, the slum-dwellers are being rehabilitated with public money, is it right to raze to ground the structures made by the self-helping honest people?, he added.
The other demands of the Federation include, ownership rights to those who bought their houses before the lapse of five years from the date of allotment, transfer of the houses without inspection, immediate transfer of ownership rights to those in tenement colonies who have bought their houses on power of attorney, regularization of all need-based structures that are within the plot area and compounding of the need-based additional structures made by EWS-house owners and those who were given one-room houses.
Chandigarh, December 22
Residents of Chandigarh Housing Board (CHB) houses today came together to press for their demands under the banner of CHB Residents Federation here. CHB Residents Federation is an apex body of 45 welfare associations across city. The city MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal who was the chief guest on the occasion said he would take up the demands raised by the residents with the CHB authorities. Residents of CHB and Tenement Colonies assembled peacefully for one hour at eleven different venues in the city. Nirmal Dutt, Chairman of the Federation said the first allotment of CHB houses was made in 1979. In these last 34 years, the number of the CHB allottees has grown to about 50,000 and 90 percent of the residents have made changes in their houses which are ‘illegal constructions’ in view of the prevailing bye-laws.
Dutt added the Board Authorities must realize that the lower middle-class who constitute an overwhelming majority of the CHB Residents, have used the hard-earned money to accommodate their growing children by making need-based changes in their houses. When every other day, the slum-dwellers are being rehabilitated with public money, is it right to raze to ground the structures made by the self-helping honest people?, he added.
The other demands of the Federation include, ownership rights to those who bought their houses before the lapse of five years from the date of allotment, transfer of the houses without inspection, immediate transfer of ownership rights to those in tenement colonies who have bought their houses on power of attorney, regularization of all need-based structures that are within the plot area and compounding of the need-based additional structures made by EWS-house owners and those who were given one-room houses.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal at all religion meet in Dhanas.
Chandigarh, December 15
District Congress Committee Urban II, Chandigarh today organised a Sarv Dharam Sabha in the Rehabilitation Complex, Dhanas and felicitated the people who were recently allotted flats on being rehabilitated in this complex from Colony No. 5 by the Chandigarh Administration. Prayers of all religions were performed and a community Greh Pravesh was held in the presence of Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member Parliament, along with his wife Mrs Madhu Bansal. Mr Bansal congratulated those who had been allotted flats and said he had asked the officials concerned to ensure there is no inadequacy of basic amenities in the area.
Mr B.B. Bahl, President Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee, Mr Subhash Chawla, Mayor, Chandigarh, Mrs Poonam Sharma, municipal councillor, Mr Harphool Singh Kalyan, municipal councillor, Mr Prem Pal Chauhan, Vice President, District Congress Committee, Urban II, Mr Shashi Shanker Tiwari, President Colony Cell, Mr Mustkeen Khan, Secretary TCC and other Congress leaders and workers in large number were also present on the occasion. To mark the occasion a community lunch was also organised by Mrs Poonam Sharma, President District Congress Committee Urban-II.
Chandigarh, December 15
District Congress Committee Urban II, Chandigarh today organised a Sarv Dharam Sabha in the Rehabilitation Complex, Dhanas and felicitated the people who were recently allotted flats on being rehabilitated in this complex from Colony No. 5 by the Chandigarh Administration. Prayers of all religions were performed and a community Greh Pravesh was held in the presence of Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member Parliament, along with his wife Mrs Madhu Bansal. Mr Bansal congratulated those who had been allotted flats and said he had asked the officials concerned to ensure there is no inadequacy of basic amenities in the area.
Mr B.B. Bahl, President Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee, Mr Subhash Chawla, Mayor, Chandigarh, Mrs Poonam Sharma, municipal councillor, Mr Harphool Singh Kalyan, municipal councillor, Mr Prem Pal Chauhan, Vice President, District Congress Committee, Urban II, Mr Shashi Shanker Tiwari, President Colony Cell, Mr Mustkeen Khan, Secretary TCC and other Congress leaders and workers in large number were also present on the occasion. To mark the occasion a community lunch was also organised by Mrs Poonam Sharma, President District Congress Committee Urban-II.
MP Pawan Bansal at inauguration community centre.
Chandigarh, November 14
The Chandigarh Member of Parliament Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today inaugurated the community centre in Sector 49 here. The community centre has come up in 8.5 acres area and there is a hall with capacity of 500 people and has six more rooms. It boasts of a library and a gymnasium and 2.5 crore and this has happens to be the 43rd community centre in the city. Senior MC Officials and municipal councillors were present on the occasion.Speaking soon after the inauguration of the community centre Mr Bansal said community centres are required in every vicinity and urged the MC authorities to provide the best facilities for the residents at all the community centres in the city. Mr Bansal said he as the city MP has always stressed that these community centres should be able to cater to the needs of the people living in the area.
The mayor Subhash Chawla while speaking on the occasion said four dispensaries in the southern sectors will soon come up and all housing societies development in southern sectors is also being stressed and there have been substantial allocations out of the MPLAD funds for these societies. Among those present included Mrs. Madhu Bansal, Mayor Subhash Chawla, Satish Kainth Deputy Mayor and former mayors Raj Bala and Pardeep Chhabra, area councillor Harphool Kalyan besides other councillors Satparkash Aggarwal, Babu Lal and Darshan Garg. Sumit Kaur Chief Architect, S.S. Bidda, Chief Engineer MC and Mukesh Anand, Superintending Engineer were also present on the occasion.
Chandigarh, November 14
The Chandigarh Member of Parliament Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today inaugurated the community centre in Sector 49 here. The community centre has come up in 8.5 acres area and there is a hall with capacity of 500 people and has six more rooms. It boasts of a library and a gymnasium and 2.5 crore and this has happens to be the 43rd community centre in the city. Senior MC Officials and municipal councillors were present on the occasion.Speaking soon after the inauguration of the community centre Mr Bansal said community centres are required in every vicinity and urged the MC authorities to provide the best facilities for the residents at all the community centres in the city. Mr Bansal said he as the city MP has always stressed that these community centres should be able to cater to the needs of the people living in the area.
The mayor Subhash Chawla while speaking on the occasion said four dispensaries in the southern sectors will soon come up and all housing societies development in southern sectors is also being stressed and there have been substantial allocations out of the MPLAD funds for these societies. Among those present included Mrs. Madhu Bansal, Mayor Subhash Chawla, Satish Kainth Deputy Mayor and former mayors Raj Bala and Pardeep Chhabra, area councillor Harphool Kalyan besides other councillors Satparkash Aggarwal, Babu Lal and Darshan Garg. Sumit Kaur Chief Architect, S.S. Bidda, Chief Engineer MC and Mukesh Anand, Superintending Engineer were also present on the occasion.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal supports electricity workers demands.
Chandigarh, December 14
Pawan Kumar Bansal Member of Parliament while inaugurating the 27th General Conference of Electrical Workmen Union fully supported the demands of Electrical Workmen Union taken up in the conference. The conference was held on the occasion of birth anniversary of Jyoti Basu here in sector 25.
Mr Bansal categorically said that there is shortage of men and material in Electrical Circle. He said that Chandigarh Administration should take necessary steps to create new posts for Electrical Circle immediately to meet with the increased work load and for giving quality service to people of Chandigarh.Union General Secretary Sh. Rakesh Kumar read out the union report of the last two years. Sh. Daya Ram Cashier, placed account statement of Electrical Workmen Union.The demands of employees included centre pay scale to U.T. employees, creation of new posts regularization of contractual and daily wage employees, filling up vacant posts, Govt. houses to eligible candidates under self finance housing scheme 2008, and to stop privation of public sector. Conference was also addressed by Sh. Vijay Kumar President nursing staff association GMCH Sec-32, Mr. Ajit Singh President M.C. employees Union, Mr. Raj Kumar, Mr.Satinder Singh and Mr. Mohar Singh, Mr. Jaswant Singh from CTU, Mr. Hari Mohan & Mr. Jaswinder Singh PEC, Mr. Surinder Kumar, Mr. A.S. Randhawa, Mr. Balbir Chand, Sh.Shukwinder Singh, Mr. Malkeet Singh P.H., Mr. Laljit & Mr. Kamal Kumar Hort., Mr.Ravi Kumar Road Union, Mr. Vinod Sharma President GTU, Rajeev Sehgal convener employees forum Chandigarh.
Chandigarh, December 14
Pawan Kumar Bansal Member of Parliament while inaugurating the 27th General Conference of Electrical Workmen Union fully supported the demands of Electrical Workmen Union taken up in the conference. The conference was held on the occasion of birth anniversary of Jyoti Basu here in sector 25.
Mr Bansal categorically said that there is shortage of men and material in Electrical Circle. He said that Chandigarh Administration should take necessary steps to create new posts for Electrical Circle immediately to meet with the increased work load and for giving quality service to people of Chandigarh.Union General Secretary Sh. Rakesh Kumar read out the union report of the last two years. Sh. Daya Ram Cashier, placed account statement of Electrical Workmen Union.The demands of employees included centre pay scale to U.T. employees, creation of new posts regularization of contractual and daily wage employees, filling up vacant posts, Govt. houses to eligible candidates under self finance housing scheme 2008, and to stop privation of public sector. Conference was also addressed by Sh. Vijay Kumar President nursing staff association GMCH Sec-32, Mr. Ajit Singh President M.C. employees Union, Mr. Raj Kumar, Mr.Satinder Singh and Mr. Mohar Singh, Mr. Jaswant Singh from CTU, Mr. Hari Mohan & Mr. Jaswinder Singh PEC, Mr. Surinder Kumar, Mr. A.S. Randhawa, Mr. Balbir Chand, Sh.Shukwinder Singh, Mr. Malkeet Singh P.H., Mr. Laljit & Mr. Kamal Kumar Hort., Mr.Ravi Kumar Road Union, Mr. Vinod Sharma President GTU, Rajeev Sehgal convener employees forum Chandigarh.
‘Rehabilitate displaced colony residents in prefabricated structures’:MP Pawan Bansal.
Chandigarh, December 4, 2013
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Bansal today urged the UT Administration to rehabilitate those Colony 5 residents who had been displaced during the demolition by the enforcement staff a fortnight back. He said those displaced should be rehabilitated in the existing prefabricated structures. The Finance Secretary, UT, Mr. V.K. Singh assured the objections would be removed at the earliest.
The Chandigarh Administration has also decided that till alternate arrangements for Colony 5 are taken, no other slum would be removed. It may be recalled the local unit of Congress had 10 days back held a camp for the residents of Colony 5. Former mayor Pardeep Chhabra and Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president B.B. Bahl had heard the grievances of the residents who have been displaced.
Chandigarh, December 4, 2013
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Bansal today urged the UT Administration to rehabilitate those Colony 5 residents who had been displaced during the demolition by the enforcement staff a fortnight back. He said those displaced should be rehabilitated in the existing prefabricated structures. The Finance Secretary, UT, Mr. V.K. Singh assured the objections would be removed at the earliest.
The Chandigarh Administration has also decided that till alternate arrangements for Colony 5 are taken, no other slum would be removed. It may be recalled the local unit of Congress had 10 days back held a camp for the residents of Colony 5. Former mayor Pardeep Chhabra and Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president B.B. Bahl had heard the grievances of the residents who have been displaced.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal urged for houses for the HIV infected.
December 1, Chandigarh
On the occasion of World AIDS day 2013 , Chandigarh Network of People living with HIV/AIDS (CNP+) organized a function to address the problems of transgender community and people who are HIV+ . The function held at International Hostel Sector 15 here was marked by the presence of Chandigarh Member of Parliament Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Various issues related to HIV+ People Such as the social stigma and discrimination faced by these people were taken up by the roup members. President of CNP+ Ms Pooja made a contribution to the cause by putting forward a request of BPL cards to Mr. Bansal, CNP+ Coordinator Mr. Nawendu Jha urged him to facilitate houses under rehablitation scheme for people who are infected with HIV and living in Chandigarh from many years. Mr Bansal was also the chief guest at Children Sports Meet at Sector 38 West where he said children should be encouraged to excel in the field of sports.
December 1, Chandigarh
On the occasion of World AIDS day 2013 , Chandigarh Network of People living with HIV/AIDS (CNP+) organized a function to address the problems of transgender community and people who are HIV+ . The function held at International Hostel Sector 15 here was marked by the presence of Chandigarh Member of Parliament Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Various issues related to HIV+ People Such as the social stigma and discrimination faced by these people were taken up by the roup members. President of CNP+ Ms Pooja made a contribution to the cause by putting forward a request of BPL cards to Mr. Bansal, CNP+ Coordinator Mr. Nawendu Jha urged him to facilitate houses under rehablitation scheme for people who are infected with HIV and living in Chandigarh from many years. Mr Bansal was also the chief guest at Children Sports Meet at Sector 38 West where he said children should be encouraged to excel in the field of sports.
‘Let children follow their dreams’: Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal
Chandigarh, November 30
The finale of 'Superstar of the City beautiful' was held here today in which schools of Tri-city participated and showcased their talent in various categories. The event held at Punjab Kala Bhawan Sector 16 was graced by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member of Parliament, who joined as the chief guest. Superstar of the City Beautiful is the series of events held in 25 schools of Tri-city for the classes Kindergarten to Class V. Focusing on the creative talent of a child the first round was held in schools where the school children dressed up in
various creative costumes and were judged on the uniqueness and the creative idea of their dresses in their respective categories. The semi final round brought the creative talent of selected participants through dance and drama performances and gave twenty six finalists. The show was organized by Jade events and was sponsored by Kross bikes manufactured by Hero EcoTech Ltd. Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal was thoroughly impressed with the talents of the participants and also gave a word of encouragement to all the children and parents to follow their dreams and hone their talent. He was also the chief guest at a function to flag off Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra which took off from Sector 28-D market, which was organised by ISKCON Chandigarh
centre.
Chandigarh, November 30
The finale of 'Superstar of the City beautiful' was held here today in which schools of Tri-city participated and showcased their talent in various categories. The event held at Punjab Kala Bhawan Sector 16 was graced by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member of Parliament, who joined as the chief guest. Superstar of the City Beautiful is the series of events held in 25 schools of Tri-city for the classes Kindergarten to Class V. Focusing on the creative talent of a child the first round was held in schools where the school children dressed up in
various creative costumes and were judged on the uniqueness and the creative idea of their dresses in their respective categories. The semi final round brought the creative talent of selected participants through dance and drama performances and gave twenty six finalists. The show was organized by Jade events and was sponsored by Kross bikes manufactured by Hero EcoTech Ltd. Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal was thoroughly impressed with the talents of the participants and also gave a word of encouragement to all the children and parents to follow their dreams and hone their talent. He was also the chief guest at a function to flag off Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra which took off from Sector 28-D market, which was organised by ISKCON Chandigarh
centre.
Check menace of counterfeit and smuggling: MP Pawan Bansal.
Chandigarh, November 28,
FICCI-CASCADE (Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying the Economy) with support of Education Department, Chandigarh organized a youth festival today on the theme of “Freedom from Fakes and Smuggled goods”
The festival was organized at Indira Holiday Home in Sector 24 here to increase awareness among the youth to fight against the menace of counterfeiting and smuggling. Around 200 students took a pledge to take proactive action and “Quit Fake” and “Fight Smuggling”.
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member of Parliament &Former Union Railway Minister inaugurated the event and invoked the pledge among students. In his address the MP congratulated FICCI CASCADE was initiating such an important movement and asked the students to actively join this movement in the interest of nation’s economy and security. He observed that the menace of counterfeiting and smuggling is not only harming the industry and the government but also tarnishing the country’s image. Mr. V K Singh, Education Secretary & Finance Secretary, Chandigarh delivered the special address. Mr. P C Jha, Advisor, FICCI CASCADE also spoke on the occasion.
Chandigarh, November 28,
FICCI-CASCADE (Committee Against Smuggling and Counterfeiting Activities Destroying the Economy) with support of Education Department, Chandigarh organized a youth festival today on the theme of “Freedom from Fakes and Smuggled goods”
The festival was organized at Indira Holiday Home in Sector 24 here to increase awareness among the youth to fight against the menace of counterfeiting and smuggling. Around 200 students took a pledge to take proactive action and “Quit Fake” and “Fight Smuggling”.
Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member of Parliament &Former Union Railway Minister inaugurated the event and invoked the pledge among students. In his address the MP congratulated FICCI CASCADE was initiating such an important movement and asked the students to actively join this movement in the interest of nation’s economy and security. He observed that the menace of counterfeiting and smuggling is not only harming the industry and the government but also tarnishing the country’s image. Mr. V K Singh, Education Secretary & Finance Secretary, Chandigarh delivered the special address. Mr. P C Jha, Advisor, FICCI CASCADE also spoke on the occasion.
MP Pawan Bansal extends Gurpurab wishes.
Chandigarh, November 17,
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today extended his greetings to the people of Chandigarh on the occasion of Gurpurab. He visited the Sector 19 Gurudwara where he paid obeisance and interacted with the devotees here. Guru Nanak’s message of universal harmony, unity and human concord is ever relevant and eternal, Mr Bansal said, adding, “Let us on this day resolve to follow the path laid down by him”. The MP while speaking on the occasion hailed the teachings of Guru Nanak of peace and unity saying they are relevant in today’s world. “A society without discrimination and distinction, the vision of Guru Nanak, is the vision towards which we should strive,” Mr Bansal said. He said as an MP he had trying to work for the Sikh community. He said two days back Chandigarh-Amritsar train has been introduced. People of Punjab and Chandigarh will now be able come back same day after paying obeisance at Golden Temple, and Durgiana Mandir, he added.
Chandigarh, November 17,
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today extended his greetings to the people of Chandigarh on the occasion of Gurpurab. He visited the Sector 19 Gurudwara where he paid obeisance and interacted with the devotees here. Guru Nanak’s message of universal harmony, unity and human concord is ever relevant and eternal, Mr Bansal said, adding, “Let us on this day resolve to follow the path laid down by him”. The MP while speaking on the occasion hailed the teachings of Guru Nanak of peace and unity saying they are relevant in today’s world. “A society without discrimination and distinction, the vision of Guru Nanak, is the vision towards which we should strive,” Mr Bansal said. He said as an MP he had trying to work for the Sikh community. He said two days back Chandigarh-Amritsar train has been introduced. People of Punjab and Chandigarh will now be able come back same day after paying obeisance at Golden Temple, and Durgiana Mandir, he added.
Chandigarh MP, Pawan Bansal said 'Manimajra problems to be addressed on priority'.
November 16, Chandigarh
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, city MP today assured full assistance to the residents and issues would be taken on priority. He added that Manimajra would not be ignored and the pending demands would be taken with the MC and administration authorities. Block Congress Committee Manimajra along with Youth Congress organized a function in Manimajra today where Mr Bansal was the chief guest. The residents raised the issues concerning the area including land acquisition, condition of roads etc. President Block Congress Committee, Manimajra, Mahipal Sharma stressed on introducing more facilities to Manimajra dispensary like MRI, CT Scan etc besides having a chemist shop and canteen there. He also raised the issue of muddy water in Manimajra. Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today also released book “Neel Jal ki son machlian” written by Punita Bawa here at Gandhi Samarak Bhawan, Sector 16. Mr Bansal while speaking on the occasion said Punita Bawa the author of the book had in a short duration gained a reputation in the field of literature. “I hope she would keep contributing to the field of literature in times to come as well”, he added. K.K. Sharda, President, Successor of Freedom Fighter Association, Chandigarh also spoke on the occasion. He said this was the third book by the author who has been writing for several publications since last many years. She is also associated with over 180 groups in the field of literature he added.
November 16, Chandigarh
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, city MP today assured full assistance to the residents and issues would be taken on priority. He added that Manimajra would not be ignored and the pending demands would be taken with the MC and administration authorities. Block Congress Committee Manimajra along with Youth Congress organized a function in Manimajra today where Mr Bansal was the chief guest. The residents raised the issues concerning the area including land acquisition, condition of roads etc. President Block Congress Committee, Manimajra, Mahipal Sharma stressed on introducing more facilities to Manimajra dispensary like MRI, CT Scan etc besides having a chemist shop and canteen there. He also raised the issue of muddy water in Manimajra. Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today also released book “Neel Jal ki son machlian” written by Punita Bawa here at Gandhi Samarak Bhawan, Sector 16. Mr Bansal while speaking on the occasion said Punita Bawa the author of the book had in a short duration gained a reputation in the field of literature. “I hope she would keep contributing to the field of literature in times to come as well”, he added. K.K. Sharda, President, Successor of Freedom Fighter Association, Chandigarh also spoke on the occasion. He said this was the third book by the author who has been writing for several publications since last many years. She is also associated with over 180 groups in the field of literature he added.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal stresses on having year-long activities in colonies.
November 14, Chandigarh
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member Parliament today stressed on the Municipal Corporation officials to have year-long activities in slum colonies for the overall growth of children. He said celebrations should not just be confined to one day but there should be interactive activities in and around city including the villages. Addressing the gathering at the official function at Palm Park in Dadumajra, Mr Bansal who was the chief guest on the occasion appreciated the effort of Municipal Corporation to organize this event in a colony. He said that children of the villages and colonies need platform to express their skills and the Municipal Corporation is providing the same to them by organizing such events. These types of events boost the skillful children from the area. He said that the themes including remembrance of Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru, Save Girl Child, Save Environment, Traffic Rules etc. were the best selection for the awareness of the children regarding these topics. He also said that other parts of the Dadumajra area will be beautified by developing such type of parks. A function was also organized at Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 here. Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president Mr. B.B. Bahl remembered Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Quoting Nehru he further said that our country is a very big country and there is a great deal to be done by all of us. If each one of us does his or her little bit, then all this mounts up and the country prospers and goes ahead fast.
Mr Bansal honoured 51 meritorious girls of Bapu Dham Colony, Sector 26 with ‘Girl Star Awards’ for their outstanding achievements at state and national level in fields of academics, sports and extra co-curricular activities. Addressing the gathering on the occasion the Chief Guest Pawan Kumar Bansal shared that we still have much to do to realize the dreams of Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru who tirelessly worked for creating an environment in which each child can realize his/her true potential. The progamme was jointly organized by Yuvsatta, Dr. GC Memorial Educational & Charitable Trust, Oxfam India, Subh Sewa Trust and Garden of Hope Foundation, Taiwan. And prominent amongst those who were present on the occasion included Councillor and former Mayor Pradeep Chhabra, Former Mayor Lalit Joshi, Sohan Lal Vaid, Chairman FOSWAC- PC Sanghi, Harjeet Singh, Incharge, Sector 26 Police Post, Krishan Lal, President, Residents Welfare Association, Sector 26, Chandigarh. Student took a ‘Children’s Day Pledge’ at Govt. Sr. Secondary School, Sector 8, here where Mr Bansal was the chief guest.
November 14, Chandigarh
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member Parliament today stressed on the Municipal Corporation officials to have year-long activities in slum colonies for the overall growth of children. He said celebrations should not just be confined to one day but there should be interactive activities in and around city including the villages. Addressing the gathering at the official function at Palm Park in Dadumajra, Mr Bansal who was the chief guest on the occasion appreciated the effort of Municipal Corporation to organize this event in a colony. He said that children of the villages and colonies need platform to express their skills and the Municipal Corporation is providing the same to them by organizing such events. These types of events boost the skillful children from the area. He said that the themes including remembrance of Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru, Save Girl Child, Save Environment, Traffic Rules etc. were the best selection for the awareness of the children regarding these topics. He also said that other parts of the Dadumajra area will be beautified by developing such type of parks. A function was also organized at Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 here. Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president Mr. B.B. Bahl remembered Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Quoting Nehru he further said that our country is a very big country and there is a great deal to be done by all of us. If each one of us does his or her little bit, then all this mounts up and the country prospers and goes ahead fast.
Mr Bansal honoured 51 meritorious girls of Bapu Dham Colony, Sector 26 with ‘Girl Star Awards’ for their outstanding achievements at state and national level in fields of academics, sports and extra co-curricular activities. Addressing the gathering on the occasion the Chief Guest Pawan Kumar Bansal shared that we still have much to do to realize the dreams of Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru who tirelessly worked for creating an environment in which each child can realize his/her true potential. The progamme was jointly organized by Yuvsatta, Dr. GC Memorial Educational & Charitable Trust, Oxfam India, Subh Sewa Trust and Garden of Hope Foundation, Taiwan. And prominent amongst those who were present on the occasion included Councillor and former Mayor Pradeep Chhabra, Former Mayor Lalit Joshi, Sohan Lal Vaid, Chairman FOSWAC- PC Sanghi, Harjeet Singh, Incharge, Sector 26 Police Post, Krishan Lal, President, Residents Welfare Association, Sector 26, Chandigarh. Student took a ‘Children’s Day Pledge’ at Govt. Sr. Secondary School, Sector 8, here where Mr Bansal was the chief guest.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal said that Quality education and personality development is must.
November 12, Chandigarh
Chandigarh Member of Parliament (MP), Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today stressed that education and personality development should go hand in hand for overall growth of children.He was speaking at Gurukul Global School, Manimajra, near IT Park, here at a function to commemorate Children’s Day. Lauding the efforts of the school in imparting quality education, he said the children had performed very well and such functions gave them the right platform to instill confidence in them.
Mr Bansal said education is the best gift a school can give children and on such an occasion of Children’s Day we must remember the contribution of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.“Children’s day is not only an opportunity to celebrate and enjoy but also reminds of the mission and message of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. He always wanted every child to grow, get right education and prosper in life and fulfill their dreams”, he added.School Principal Ms Aruna Bhardwaj also spoke on the occasion and thanked Mr Bansal for having taken out time to be a part of the celebrations.
November 12, Chandigarh
Chandigarh Member of Parliament (MP), Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today stressed that education and personality development should go hand in hand for overall growth of children.He was speaking at Gurukul Global School, Manimajra, near IT Park, here at a function to commemorate Children’s Day. Lauding the efforts of the school in imparting quality education, he said the children had performed very well and such functions gave them the right platform to instill confidence in them.
Mr Bansal said education is the best gift a school can give children and on such an occasion of Children’s Day we must remember the contribution of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru.“Children’s day is not only an opportunity to celebrate and enjoy but also reminds of the mission and message of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. He always wanted every child to grow, get right education and prosper in life and fulfill their dreams”, he added.School Principal Ms Aruna Bhardwaj also spoke on the occasion and thanked Mr Bansal for having taken out time to be a part of the celebrations.
'Accept disabled a part of the society': MP Pawan Kumar Bansal
November 11, Chandigarh
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today stressed on the need to acceptthe disabled a part of the society. He was speaking at the 21st National Parents Meet 2013 (Parivaar) sponsored by Regional Institute for Mentally Handicapped, Chandigarh held at Auditorium, College Building,GMCH-32, Chandigarh here today. “I feel fortunate to be a part of this initiative as I feet such events can change the outlook of people towards disability. They should be considered a part of the society as their disability is because of nature’s will”, he added. The MP said so many families from different parts of the country had gathered on the occasion and they will get a chance to share their experiences. Mr Bansal said the disabled with success stories should be awarded and this would encourage them.
He said there were so many disabled in the society and we should not just confine to government programmes but should also work more. “So many STD booths which were allotted to the disabled have closed down and it’s time for the government agencies to sit and decide their face”, he added. Kumari Selja, Union Minister was the chief guest on the occasion while Dr Kiran Bedi, former top cop was also present on the occasion,In the morning Mr Bansal inaugurated the computer lab at Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 26 here. The computer lab has been constructed from the MPLAD Funds of Rs 7.6 lakh which had been sanctioned by the MP. The land has provision of 15 computers and 20 benches.Mr Bansal emphasized computer education is an integral part of modern times and special stress must be given for computer education. He assured assistance to the school for upgrading infrastructure. Mrs. Alka Mehta Principal of the school expressed her gratitude to Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal for his help.
November 11, Chandigarh
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today stressed on the need to acceptthe disabled a part of the society. He was speaking at the 21st National Parents Meet 2013 (Parivaar) sponsored by Regional Institute for Mentally Handicapped, Chandigarh held at Auditorium, College Building,GMCH-32, Chandigarh here today. “I feel fortunate to be a part of this initiative as I feet such events can change the outlook of people towards disability. They should be considered a part of the society as their disability is because of nature’s will”, he added. The MP said so many families from different parts of the country had gathered on the occasion and they will get a chance to share their experiences. Mr Bansal said the disabled with success stories should be awarded and this would encourage them.
He said there were so many disabled in the society and we should not just confine to government programmes but should also work more. “So many STD booths which were allotted to the disabled have closed down and it’s time for the government agencies to sit and decide their face”, he added. Kumari Selja, Union Minister was the chief guest on the occasion while Dr Kiran Bedi, former top cop was also present on the occasion,In the morning Mr Bansal inaugurated the computer lab at Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector 26 here. The computer lab has been constructed from the MPLAD Funds of Rs 7.6 lakh which had been sanctioned by the MP. The land has provision of 15 computers and 20 benches.Mr Bansal emphasized computer education is an integral part of modern times and special stress must be given for computer education. He assured assistance to the school for upgrading infrastructure. Mrs. Alka Mehta Principal of the school expressed her gratitude to Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal for his help.
MP of Chandigarh, Pawan Kumar Bansal joins Chhat Puja celebrations.
Chandigarh, November 8,
Hundreds of Purvanchal residents living in the tricity gathered at the Sector 42 lake here today to offer prayers on the occasion of Chhat Puja here today. Local MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal joined the celebrations which began around 5 pm.People from neighbouring places had also come to the lake on the occasion. Mr Bansal extended his wishes to the Purvanchal residents.
While speaking on the occasion he said in view of the heavy rush expected in the trains due to Chhat Puja, he had recently flagged off a new bi-weekly express train between Chandigarh and Pataliputra junction. Mr Bansal said it was indeed good for the city that Purvanchal residents had settled in the city which helped Chandigarh residents in knowing their culture.
Chandigarh, November 8,
Hundreds of Purvanchal residents living in the tricity gathered at the Sector 42 lake here today to offer prayers on the occasion of Chhat Puja here today. Local MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal joined the celebrations which began around 5 pm.People from neighbouring places had also come to the lake on the occasion. Mr Bansal extended his wishes to the Purvanchal residents.
While speaking on the occasion he said in view of the heavy rush expected in the trains due to Chhat Puja, he had recently flagged off a new bi-weekly express train between Chandigarh and Pataliputra junction. Mr Bansal said it was indeed good for the city that Purvanchal residents had settled in the city which helped Chandigarh residents in knowing their culture.
‘RWAs should connect residents with government’ - Pawan Kumar Bansal, Chandigarh MP
Chandigarh, October 27
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said the Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) have a key role to play in the city by connecting the residents with the government. He was interacting with the RWA of Sector 39 HIG Houses here this evening. Mr Bansal said the resident welfare associations had an important role in upkeep of the their respective sectors. The MP was also the chief guest at the Guru Nanak Khalsa Senior Secondary School in Sector 30-B here where the school extravaganza had been organized. Mr Bansal hailed the initiative of the school to provide good quality education and also for reserving 25 percent seats for the economically weaker sections. He said it was important for any school to have respect for all religions. Mr Bansal added that the school was following the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev. The MP said quality of education should be such that there is skill development for gainful employment. Mr Bansal added that Right to education should be implemented in the right spirit by all schools.
Chandigarh, October 27
Chandigarh MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said the Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) have a key role to play in the city by connecting the residents with the government. He was interacting with the RWA of Sector 39 HIG Houses here this evening. Mr Bansal said the resident welfare associations had an important role in upkeep of the their respective sectors. The MP was also the chief guest at the Guru Nanak Khalsa Senior Secondary School in Sector 30-B here where the school extravaganza had been organized. Mr Bansal hailed the initiative of the school to provide good quality education and also for reserving 25 percent seats for the economically weaker sections. He said it was important for any school to have respect for all religions. Mr Bansal added that the school was following the teachings of Guru Nanak Dev. The MP said quality of education should be such that there is skill development for gainful employment. Mr Bansal added that Right to education should be implemented in the right spirit by all schools.
‘‘Need to educate youngsters about space science’’:Pawan Kumar Bansal, Chandigarh MP
October 26, 2013
With India making a mark in space science it's important to educate our youngsters about the subject, said city MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal. He was the chief guest at the concluding function of the two-day National Conference on Space and Mars Exhibition at Indradhanush Auditorium in Sector 5 Panchkula. Mr Bansal gave away the grand prizes of Rs 11000, 7000 and Rs 5000 to three teams who won 'Student Space Settlement Design Competition' which was based on the main theme on, 'Designing a Habitat on Mars'. Mr Bansal while speaking on the occasion said it was heartening to see such kind of an initiative, adding that not many people in the country realize the importance of space research. "I wanted to create a planetarium for city but it could not get through the Panjab University Senate. I am glad that the International Space Society and Dikshant International School have taken the initiative by inviting prominent scientists of the country, and it must have been an enriching learning experience for the participating students", the MP added.
Mr Mitul Dikshit, President, International Space Society (ISS), while speaking on the occasion thanked Mr Bansal for encouraging children by consenting to be the chief guest at the prize distribution ceremony of the conference. He elaborated the activities of ISS and explained how the conference was a wonderful exposure for the children. Mr Bansal was also the chief guest at a Volleyball Tournament in the ground in front of Sector 39-C Government High School. While speaking on the occasion he said he had taken up with the administration to utilize the school grounds for purposes of playing for the youth of different localities so that they can also get a chance to hone their sporting skills.
October 26, 2013
With India making a mark in space science it's important to educate our youngsters about the subject, said city MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal. He was the chief guest at the concluding function of the two-day National Conference on Space and Mars Exhibition at Indradhanush Auditorium in Sector 5 Panchkula. Mr Bansal gave away the grand prizes of Rs 11000, 7000 and Rs 5000 to three teams who won 'Student Space Settlement Design Competition' which was based on the main theme on, 'Designing a Habitat on Mars'. Mr Bansal while speaking on the occasion said it was heartening to see such kind of an initiative, adding that not many people in the country realize the importance of space research. "I wanted to create a planetarium for city but it could not get through the Panjab University Senate. I am glad that the International Space Society and Dikshant International School have taken the initiative by inviting prominent scientists of the country, and it must have been an enriching learning experience for the participating students", the MP added.
Mr Mitul Dikshit, President, International Space Society (ISS), while speaking on the occasion thanked Mr Bansal for encouraging children by consenting to be the chief guest at the prize distribution ceremony of the conference. He elaborated the activities of ISS and explained how the conference was a wonderful exposure for the children. Mr Bansal was also the chief guest at a Volleyball Tournament in the ground in front of Sector 39-C Government High School. While speaking on the occasion he said he had taken up with the administration to utilize the school grounds for purposes of playing for the youth of different localities so that they can also get a chance to hone their sporting skills.
Ensure Cleanliness & Celebrate Safe Diwali - Pawan Kumar Bansal, Chandigarh MP
Chandigarh, October 25:
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal today said that on Diwali we should not forget the cleanliness of city and public places. He said many people clean their homes, shops and factories, repaint them, refurbish them, but forget the cleanliness of city and public places. And immediately next day after Diwali, our streets and surrounding are found strewn with tones of all kinds excess waste generated from a million crackers going up in smoke. He added that a question to ponder at this stage is, where do all the things we throw away go finally? Solid waste created by human beings which is non biodegradable has to be filled into landfills, especially the toxic waste of Diwali, this again creates another health hazard. He was addressing a gathering at a function organised as part of an ongoing ‘Green Diwali’ awareness programme at Government Girls Model Sr. Sec. School, Sector 20-B here. The programme was organized in city Schools by Yuvsatta-an NGO & Department of Environment, Chandigarh Administration, where Mr Bansal was the chief guest.
The MP motivated students present there to celebrate a safe and green Diwali in which elders can think of gifting plants instead of other gifts and youngsters can use less number of small firecrackers in a safe way. The programme ended with a vote of thanks by Ramneek Kaur, School Principal and plantation of a sapling by Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal.
Chandigarh, October 25:
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal today said that on Diwali we should not forget the cleanliness of city and public places. He said many people clean their homes, shops and factories, repaint them, refurbish them, but forget the cleanliness of city and public places. And immediately next day after Diwali, our streets and surrounding are found strewn with tones of all kinds excess waste generated from a million crackers going up in smoke. He added that a question to ponder at this stage is, where do all the things we throw away go finally? Solid waste created by human beings which is non biodegradable has to be filled into landfills, especially the toxic waste of Diwali, this again creates another health hazard. He was addressing a gathering at a function organised as part of an ongoing ‘Green Diwali’ awareness programme at Government Girls Model Sr. Sec. School, Sector 20-B here. The programme was organized in city Schools by Yuvsatta-an NGO & Department of Environment, Chandigarh Administration, where Mr Bansal was the chief guest.
The MP motivated students present there to celebrate a safe and green Diwali in which elders can think of gifting plants instead of other gifts and youngsters can use less number of small firecrackers in a safe way. The programme ended with a vote of thanks by Ramneek Kaur, School Principal and plantation of a sapling by Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal.
‘Take steps to prevent female foeticide’: Bansal
October 20, 2013
Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today stressed on the need to prevent female foeticide. He was speaking at a function organized to mark ‘Balmiki Diwas’ at Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 by the SC Cell of the party. A bhajan was also presented by the Cell, which brought out how female foeticide is a bane for the society. “The practice of female foeticide was continuing in some parts of the country despite women breaking existing barriers to prove their worth in every sphere. Take it your mission to improve the sex ratio by taking all necessary steps to prevent female foeticide”, said Mr Bansal.
Mr Bansal also attended a public meeting at Ram Darbar where residents took up their demands with the MP. The residents thanked Mr Bansal for the development works carried out in the area out of the MPLAD Fund in the last few years. Local MP was also invited at the concluding function of Divya Samarpan Samaroh at Om Shanti Bhawan, Ramleela Grounds. The keynote address was given by B.K. Amir Chand, Director of the Northern Region. The MP was also the chief guest at Maharaja Aggarsain Jayanti celebrations held at Community Centre(Near Market), Sector 21-C.
October 20, 2013
Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today stressed on the need to prevent female foeticide. He was speaking at a function organized to mark ‘Balmiki Diwas’ at Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 by the SC Cell of the party. A bhajan was also presented by the Cell, which brought out how female foeticide is a bane for the society. “The practice of female foeticide was continuing in some parts of the country despite women breaking existing barriers to prove their worth in every sphere. Take it your mission to improve the sex ratio by taking all necessary steps to prevent female foeticide”, said Mr Bansal.
Mr Bansal also attended a public meeting at Ram Darbar where residents took up their demands with the MP. The residents thanked Mr Bansal for the development works carried out in the area out of the MPLAD Fund in the last few years. Local MP was also invited at the concluding function of Divya Samarpan Samaroh at Om Shanti Bhawan, Ramleela Grounds. The keynote address was given by B.K. Amir Chand, Director of the Northern Region. The MP was also the chief guest at Maharaja Aggarsain Jayanti celebrations held at Community Centre(Near Market), Sector 21-C.
MP Bansal pays tributes to Maharishi Valmiki
Chandigarh, October 18, 2013
Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today paid tributes to great sage Maharishi Valmiki, who authored the timeless epic Ramayana.
He was the chief guest at a function to mark Maharishi Valmiki's birth anniversary at a Park near Community Centre, Sector 56, here. Mr Bansal has urged the people to follow the teachings of Valmiki in letter and spirit.
Felicitating the people at another function at Sector 24, he said that the Maharishi worked throughout his life for the uplift of the downtrodden and oppressed. He also remembered B.R. Ambedkar on the occasion while advocating the need of equality. Mr Bansal also spoke about the legislation brought by the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government, including on the right to education, food security, the rural employment guarantee scheme and the RTI. Meanwhile North India SC/ST Welfare Association President Prem Shammi while extending his wishes asked people to make sincere efforts in fighting distortions prevailing in the society and help in fulfillment of Valmiki's dreams of building a classless society.
Chandigarh, October 18, 2013
Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today paid tributes to great sage Maharishi Valmiki, who authored the timeless epic Ramayana.
He was the chief guest at a function to mark Maharishi Valmiki's birth anniversary at a Park near Community Centre, Sector 56, here. Mr Bansal has urged the people to follow the teachings of Valmiki in letter and spirit.
Felicitating the people at another function at Sector 24, he said that the Maharishi worked throughout his life for the uplift of the downtrodden and oppressed. He also remembered B.R. Ambedkar on the occasion while advocating the need of equality. Mr Bansal also spoke about the legislation brought by the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government, including on the right to education, food security, the rural employment guarantee scheme and the RTI. Meanwhile North India SC/ST Welfare Association President Prem Shammi while extending his wishes asked people to make sincere efforts in fighting distortions prevailing in the society and help in fulfillment of Valmiki's dreams of building a classless society.
Cut down overgrown trees posing danger in city’: Pawan Kumar Bansal
Chandigarh, October 15, 2013:
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has express serious concern over Chandigarh’s Administration failure to remove overgrown trees in the city. In a letter to the UT Adviser, K.K. Sharma, the MP has stated, “I fully understand and uphold the need to increase the green cover and plant and preserve trees, but I fail to appreciate the reluctance to cut down trees that stand on the extended width of the roads, new slip roads and slow carriage roads.” Mr Bansal has said in his letter that he had even spoken to the Adviser about the need to remove the overgrown trees in the city which pose a threat to life and property. He has added there are huge trees mostly eucalyptus which belong to commercial and not the social forestry family. He has added that Lt. Gen. Harwant Singh (retd.) has also written in this regard to the Municipal Commissioner and that there is an urgent need to take immediate action in the matter. The MP has also suggested that the Chandigarh Administration and Municipal Corporation should undertake a joint drive to plant at least 10 trees for every one that is cut down for reasons of safety.
Chandigarh, October 15, 2013:
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has express serious concern over Chandigarh’s Administration failure to remove overgrown trees in the city. In a letter to the UT Adviser, K.K. Sharma, the MP has stated, “I fully understand and uphold the need to increase the green cover and plant and preserve trees, but I fail to appreciate the reluctance to cut down trees that stand on the extended width of the roads, new slip roads and slow carriage roads.” Mr Bansal has said in his letter that he had even spoken to the Adviser about the need to remove the overgrown trees in the city which pose a threat to life and property. He has added there are huge trees mostly eucalyptus which belong to commercial and not the social forestry family. He has added that Lt. Gen. Harwant Singh (retd.) has also written in this regard to the Municipal Commissioner and that there is an urgent need to take immediate action in the matter. The MP has also suggested that the Chandigarh Administration and Municipal Corporation should undertake a joint drive to plant at least 10 trees for every one that is cut down for reasons of safety.
MP Pawan Kumar Bansal expresses concern over dying reading habit
Chandigarh, October 14, 2013:
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today while advocating the need for reading habit, said it was indeed unfortunate that reading habit was dying, especially among the youngsters, adding the teachers had an important role to play in inculcating the habit among students.
He was speaking on the occasion of National Seminar on Libraries at Dev Samaj College of Education, Sector 36, here this morning. He emphasized on the importance of reading books, which are a great source of information and also help in improving language.
He said books help us in widening the horizon and it was unfortunate that children are these days more into watching television and have become couch potatoes. “Teachers should play an important role in helping students read more by encouraging them to visit libraries”, he added. Meanwhile, Mr Bansal was the chief guest at the ‘Maha Ashtami’ celebrations at Banga Bhawan, Cultural site in sector 35 late in the evening. He said it was indeed a privilege for Chandigarh to have people from across the country settled here. He said it helped us learn more about the culture and traditions of people from different communities. Lauding the contribution of Bengali community in the development of the country, he said the community has produced great leaders and historians and people hailing from the community had a key role in different areas whether it was in business, government and private organizations or elsewhere. He wished them on the occasion of Maha Ashtami, adding it was an honour for him to be a part of the Bengali celebrations.
Chandigarh, October 14, 2013:
Chandigarh Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today while advocating the need for reading habit, said it was indeed unfortunate that reading habit was dying, especially among the youngsters, adding the teachers had an important role to play in inculcating the habit among students.
He was speaking on the occasion of National Seminar on Libraries at Dev Samaj College of Education, Sector 36, here this morning. He emphasized on the importance of reading books, which are a great source of information and also help in improving language.
He said books help us in widening the horizon and it was unfortunate that children are these days more into watching television and have become couch potatoes. “Teachers should play an important role in helping students read more by encouraging them to visit libraries”, he added. Meanwhile, Mr Bansal was the chief guest at the ‘Maha Ashtami’ celebrations at Banga Bhawan, Cultural site in sector 35 late in the evening. He said it was indeed a privilege for Chandigarh to have people from across the country settled here. He said it helped us learn more about the culture and traditions of people from different communities. Lauding the contribution of Bengali community in the development of the country, he said the community has produced great leaders and historians and people hailing from the community had a key role in different areas whether it was in business, government and private organizations or elsewhere. He wished them on the occasion of Maha Ashtami, adding it was an honour for him to be a part of the Bengali celebrations.
MP Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal announces 10 lakh for GGS College, Chandigarh
Chandigarh, October 10, 2013:
Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today announced Rs 10 lakh for the auditorium of GGS College for Women, Sector 26 here. While announcing the grant, he also appealed to the students to keep the culture and heritage of the country alive.
He was the chief guest at the Youth & Heritage Festival organised by the college. Mr Bansal lauded the efforts of the students at the cultural programme which was organised on the occasion.
He said there was a need to maintain the rich cultural heritage of the country, which the new generation could only retain. He said India was a country with so many states with different traditions which must be maintained. Meanwhile in the morning a coffee table book, ‘Masjids of the Tri-City’ was today launched by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member of Parliament, Chandigarh at a function held at the Gian Jyoti Institute of Management & Technology, Mohali. The Guests of Honour included Maulana Shakil Ahmed Qasmi, Chairman, Chandigarh Wakf Board and Anish Ahmad, Representative, Punjab Wakf Board.
Chandigarh, October 10, 2013:
Chandigarh MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today announced Rs 10 lakh for the auditorium of GGS College for Women, Sector 26 here. While announcing the grant, he also appealed to the students to keep the culture and heritage of the country alive.
He was the chief guest at the Youth & Heritage Festival organised by the college. Mr Bansal lauded the efforts of the students at the cultural programme which was organised on the occasion.
He said there was a need to maintain the rich cultural heritage of the country, which the new generation could only retain. He said India was a country with so many states with different traditions which must be maintained. Meanwhile in the morning a coffee table book, ‘Masjids of the Tri-City’ was today launched by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal, Member of Parliament, Chandigarh at a function held at the Gian Jyoti Institute of Management & Technology, Mohali. The Guests of Honour included Maulana Shakil Ahmed Qasmi, Chairman, Chandigarh Wakf Board and Anish Ahmad, Representative, Punjab Wakf Board.
Sikh Sangathan hails new train to Nanded
Chandigarh, October 8, 2013:
Members of the Chandigarh Sikh Sangathan today met Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, city MP and former Union Minister to thank him for the recently introduced Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express.
The delegation was led by sangathan chairman Naib Singh. Among others who were there in the delegation included General Secretary Harjit Singh, Vice Chairman Tara Singh, General Secretary of Sector 19D Singh Sabha Gurudwara, Paramjit Singh and Secretary of Sector 40 Gurudwara, J.S. Kahlon. Hazur Sahib, is one of the five takhts in Sikhism. It is where the 10th guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji completed his last breath. The train was flagged off by Mr Bansal on October 3. It will run once a week and its departure to Chandigarh will be every Saturday.
Chandigarh, October 8, 2013:
Members of the Chandigarh Sikh Sangathan today met Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, city MP and former Union Minister to thank him for the recently introduced Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express.
The delegation was led by sangathan chairman Naib Singh. Among others who were there in the delegation included General Secretary Harjit Singh, Vice Chairman Tara Singh, General Secretary of Sector 19D Singh Sabha Gurudwara, Paramjit Singh and Secretary of Sector 40 Gurudwara, J.S. Kahlon. Hazur Sahib, is one of the five takhts in Sikhism. It is where the 10th guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji completed his last breath. The train was flagged off by Mr Bansal on October 3. It will run once a week and its departure to Chandigarh will be every Saturday.
Hazoor Saheb Nanded Express flagged off
Chandigarh, 2 Oct 2013 :
The Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express was flagged off by the local MP and former Union Railways Minister Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal here today. The train will run once a week and its departure to Chandigarh will be every Saturday.
Mr Bansal said, the new trains have been introduced keeping in mind the demand of people. He added that city was now connected to two religious places with Hazur Sahib, is one of the five takhts in Sikhism and Shirdi which will be connected through Kalka-Chandigarh-Shirdi Express to be flagged off on October 6, Sunday at 1940 hours. The Hazoor Saheb Nanded Express weekly train via Chandigarh (number 22458) commenced from from Nangal Dam at 4.20 pm and halted at Chandigarh at 7:08 pm and will reach Nanded at 11:45 pm the next day. The train will ply on every Friday from Nagal Dam and on every Saturday from Nanded.
In the return journey, the train (number 22457) will start at 11 am from Nanded and halt at Chandigarh at 6 am the next day and reach Nagal Dam at 8:25 pm. There will be halts at Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar, Mohali, Chandigarh, Ambala Cantt, Panipat, New Delhi, Mathura, Gwalior and Basmat. As the Railway Minister, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal had announced six new trains for Chandigarh in the Union Rail Budget in February 2013. Besides this, three long-route ones had been further extended to new destinations and frequencies to two long-distance trains were increased. Chandigarh is now well connected by rail to most of the important destinations of the country.
Chandigarh, 2 Oct 2013 :
The Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express was flagged off by the local MP and former Union Railways Minister Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal here today. The train will run once a week and its departure to Chandigarh will be every Saturday.
Mr Bansal said, the new trains have been introduced keeping in mind the demand of people. He added that city was now connected to two religious places with Hazur Sahib, is one of the five takhts in Sikhism and Shirdi which will be connected through Kalka-Chandigarh-Shirdi Express to be flagged off on October 6, Sunday at 1940 hours. The Hazoor Saheb Nanded Express weekly train via Chandigarh (number 22458) commenced from from Nangal Dam at 4.20 pm and halted at Chandigarh at 7:08 pm and will reach Nanded at 11:45 pm the next day. The train will ply on every Friday from Nagal Dam and on every Saturday from Nanded.
In the return journey, the train (number 22457) will start at 11 am from Nanded and halt at Chandigarh at 6 am the next day and reach Nagal Dam at 8:25 pm. There will be halts at Anandpur Sahib, Rupnagar, Mohali, Chandigarh, Ambala Cantt, Panipat, New Delhi, Mathura, Gwalior and Basmat. As the Railway Minister, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal had announced six new trains for Chandigarh in the Union Rail Budget in February 2013. Besides this, three long-route ones had been further extended to new destinations and frequencies to two long-distance trains were increased. Chandigarh is now well connected by rail to most of the important destinations of the country.
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Housing for different categories needed
Chandigarh 1 Oct, 2013:
Local MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today assured to take up the issues of the safai karamcharis with the Chandigarh Administration including that pertaining to their housing needs. While addressing a gathering at the Safai Mazdoor Jan Jagriti Samelan Congress, Mr Bansal said he would take up their genuine demand of having housing for different categories with the administration authorities. Mr Bansal appealed to them to enroll themselves in the Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana, a government-run health insurance scheme for the Indian poor. He said it provides for cashless insurance for hospitalisation in public as well private hospitals, adding that 75 percent of the cost is borne by the Government of India and the rest 25 percent by the state government. The scheme started enrolling on April 1, 2008 and has been implemented in 25 states of India. Mr Bansal also assured to take up their other demands like filling up of vacant posts in the administration etc.
Chandigarh 1 Oct, 2013:
Local MP Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today assured to take up the issues of the safai karamcharis with the Chandigarh Administration including that pertaining to their housing needs. While addressing a gathering at the Safai Mazdoor Jan Jagriti Samelan Congress, Mr Bansal said he would take up their genuine demand of having housing for different categories with the administration authorities. Mr Bansal appealed to them to enroll themselves in the Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana, a government-run health insurance scheme for the Indian poor. He said it provides for cashless insurance for hospitalisation in public as well private hospitals, adding that 75 percent of the cost is borne by the Government of India and the rest 25 percent by the state government. The scheme started enrolling on April 1, 2008 and has been implemented in 25 states of India. Mr Bansal also assured to take up their other demands like filling up of vacant posts in the administration etc.
‘Respect your elders without law asking you to’: Pawan Kumar Bansal
Chandigarh 1 Oct, 2013:
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, city Member of Parliament today strongly advocated the need to respect our elders. He said despite a law which invites action against the children who don’t care for their parents, its need should not arise.
He was speaking at a function to mark International Day of Older Persons organized by HelpAge India at Sector 15 Old Age Home here today. He also flagged off a ‘Walkathon’ of schoolchildren which had been organized to mark the occasion. The MP while expressing his grave concern said, according to a survey report by HelpAge India ‘Elder Abuse in India 2013, the most common form of abuse nationally experienced by elderly was disrespect (79%) followed by verbal abuse (76%) and neglect (69%), and a disturbing (39%) elderly faced beating or slapping.
He also cited the Maharasthra Cabinet name-and-shame policy for grown-ups who do not take care of their parents, saying those who abandon their parents or leave them with no option but to take shelter in old-age homes will be put on a 'defaulter list' and their names widely publicized through newspapers. Mr Bansal said today, world-wide, there are around 600 million persons aged 60 years and over; this total will double by 2025 and will reach virtually two billion by 2050, adding that there was a need to respect the elderly, which has always been prevalent in the traditional Indian society. He said while the scenario had changed with trend of nuclear families getting popular but we all must respect the old people around us. “It’s our parents who held our hand and helped us walk when we were small, and today it’s for us to hold their hands with love to enable them live a dignified life”, Mr Bansal said.
Chandigarh 1 Oct, 2013:
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, city Member of Parliament today strongly advocated the need to respect our elders. He said despite a law which invites action against the children who don’t care for their parents, its need should not arise.
He was speaking at a function to mark International Day of Older Persons organized by HelpAge India at Sector 15 Old Age Home here today. He also flagged off a ‘Walkathon’ of schoolchildren which had been organized to mark the occasion. The MP while expressing his grave concern said, according to a survey report by HelpAge India ‘Elder Abuse in India 2013, the most common form of abuse nationally experienced by elderly was disrespect (79%) followed by verbal abuse (76%) and neglect (69%), and a disturbing (39%) elderly faced beating or slapping.
He also cited the Maharasthra Cabinet name-and-shame policy for grown-ups who do not take care of their parents, saying those who abandon their parents or leave them with no option but to take shelter in old-age homes will be put on a 'defaulter list' and their names widely publicized through newspapers. Mr Bansal said today, world-wide, there are around 600 million persons aged 60 years and over; this total will double by 2025 and will reach virtually two billion by 2050, adding that there was a need to respect the elderly, which has always been prevalent in the traditional Indian society. He said while the scenario had changed with trend of nuclear families getting popular but we all must respect the old people around us. “It’s our parents who held our hand and helped us walk when we were small, and today it’s for us to hold their hands with love to enable them live a dignified life”, Mr Bansal said.
Candle light march to condemn terror attacks
Chandigarh 29 Sept 2013:
Local Member of Parliament (MP), Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today joined the Christian community in condemning the recent blasts outside a church in Peshawar, Pakistan which had killed over 80 people. Condemning the attack on a church in Peshawar in Pakistan during Sunday service, members of Christian community on Sunday staged a protest against the Pakistan government. Mr Bansal joined them in holding a candle march in remembrance of the lives lost in the attack. Mr Bansal said any kind of such attacks are an act of cowardice and must be condemned by all. He added, only innocent lives are lost in terror attacks.
Meanwhile in another protest, members of the colony cell of the local unit of Congress burnt the effigy of Pakistan in protest against the recent attack in which three terrorists had stormed a police station and an army camp in Jammu on Thursday, killing 10 people. Colony cell president Shashi Shankar Tiwari , while criticizing the Pakistan government to supporting terrorism said Indians will not tolerate such attacks.
Chandigarh 29 Sept 2013:
Local Member of Parliament (MP), Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today joined the Christian community in condemning the recent blasts outside a church in Peshawar, Pakistan which had killed over 80 people. Condemning the attack on a church in Peshawar in Pakistan during Sunday service, members of Christian community on Sunday staged a protest against the Pakistan government. Mr Bansal joined them in holding a candle march in remembrance of the lives lost in the attack. Mr Bansal said any kind of such attacks are an act of cowardice and must be condemned by all. He added, only innocent lives are lost in terror attacks.
Meanwhile in another protest, members of the colony cell of the local unit of Congress burnt the effigy of Pakistan in protest against the recent attack in which three terrorists had stormed a police station and an army camp in Jammu on Thursday, killing 10 people. Colony cell president Shashi Shankar Tiwari , while criticizing the Pakistan government to supporting terrorism said Indians will not tolerate such attacks.
Inauguration of Youth Peace Fest
Chandigarh 29 Sept 2013:
The international Youth peace fest , inaugurated on saturday witnessed a grand openings with 250 Participants representing over 20 countries . MP Pawan Kumar Bansal inaugurated the fest at Post Graduate Government College, Sector 11.
For the inauguration a special ceremony was organized where the several representatives mixed soil and water they had brought from their respective countries.
Chandigarh 29 Sept 2013:
The international Youth peace fest , inaugurated on saturday witnessed a grand openings with 250 Participants representing over 20 countries . MP Pawan Kumar Bansal inaugurated the fest at Post Graduate Government College, Sector 11.
For the inauguration a special ceremony was organized where the several representatives mixed soil and water they had brought from their respective countries.
Street Vendors Bill to benefit all: Bansal
Chandigarh 27 Sept 2013:
Dhobi Welfare Society meet MP
Members of Dhobi Welfare Society today gathered at the Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 to thank the local MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal for the recent Bill which protects the rights of street vendors.
The Lok Sabha had recently cleared the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Bill with the aim of securing the rights and livelihood of small vendors in the country.
Mr Bansal while addressing the society members said, it will bring them relief by giving them the opportunity of earning their livelihood legitimately. The Bill will legitimize the role of the small-scale vendor in the economy’s supply chain, said the MP. The formal recognition of the rights of street vendors was long called for, he said, adding, especially since the country’s apex court had, way back in the 1980s, recognized the constitutional validity of the right of citizens to carry out business on street pavements within reasonable restrictions imposed by the government. The proposed law provides great relief to around 2 per cent of the country’s population involved in street vending, said Mr Bansal, adding that the same would be taken up in the winter session of parliament.
Chandigarh 27 Sept 2013:
Dhobi Welfare Society meet MP
Members of Dhobi Welfare Society today gathered at the Congress Bhawan in Sector 35 to thank the local MP, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal for the recent Bill which protects the rights of street vendors.
The Lok Sabha had recently cleared the Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Bill with the aim of securing the rights and livelihood of small vendors in the country.
Mr Bansal while addressing the society members said, it will bring them relief by giving them the opportunity of earning their livelihood legitimately. The Bill will legitimize the role of the small-scale vendor in the economy’s supply chain, said the MP. The formal recognition of the rights of street vendors was long called for, he said, adding, especially since the country’s apex court had, way back in the 1980s, recognized the constitutional validity of the right of citizens to carry out business on street pavements within reasonable restrictions imposed by the government. The proposed law provides great relief to around 2 per cent of the country’s population involved in street vending, said Mr Bansal, adding that the same would be taken up in the winter session of parliament.
Pawan Kumar Bansal pays tributes to slain city Lt Col
Chandigarh 27 Sept 2013:
Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today paid tributes to Lt Col Bikramjeet Singh, who was killed in Samba after a terror attack on 16 Cavalry Army formation on Thursday. Bansal along with other senior Congress leaders attended the cremation of the martyr which took place with full military honors at Sector 25 cremation ground here this afternoon.
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president Mr BB Bahl also expressed his condolences for the family. Local Congress spokesperson Mr Pardeep Chhabra who was present at the cremation laid wreath on behalf of the city unit of Congress. City mayor Mr Subhash Chawla was also present there and expressed his anguish over the attack and loss of precious lives.
Mr Bansal while expressing his condolences said it was indeed a sad day for the entire nation on how our security personnel had lost their lives. "My sympathy with the family of Lt Col Bikramjeet Singh who along with others is a big loss for their families and the entire country. He said it was indeed a sad day for everyone and also people of Chandigarh who had lost a true martyr who was a victim to terror attack. Indian forces will however not be deterred by such cowardly acts of terrorists who will never be able to destabilize India as a strong nation."
Chandigarh 27 Sept 2013:
Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today paid tributes to Lt Col Bikramjeet Singh, who was killed in Samba after a terror attack on 16 Cavalry Army formation on Thursday. Bansal along with other senior Congress leaders attended the cremation of the martyr which took place with full military honors at Sector 25 cremation ground here this afternoon.
Chandigarh Territorial Congress Committee (CTCC) president Mr BB Bahl also expressed his condolences for the family. Local Congress spokesperson Mr Pardeep Chhabra who was present at the cremation laid wreath on behalf of the city unit of Congress. City mayor Mr Subhash Chawla was also present there and expressed his anguish over the attack and loss of precious lives.
Mr Bansal while expressing his condolences said it was indeed a sad day for the entire nation on how our security personnel had lost their lives. "My sympathy with the family of Lt Col Bikramjeet Singh who along with others is a big loss for their families and the entire country. He said it was indeed a sad day for everyone and also people of Chandigarh who had lost a true martyr who was a victim to terror attack. Indian forces will however not be deterred by such cowardly acts of terrorists who will never be able to destabilize India as a strong nation."
Sportspersons thank Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, MP Chandigarh for revision in ‘Special Pay’
Chandigarh 25 Sept 2013:
Sportspersons from central government offices in Chandigarh today met the city Member of Parliament (MP), Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal to thank him getting through revision in ‘Special Pay’ allowance. The allowance had not been revised since 2006. The existing allowance was Rs 50, 100 and 150 per month as per the pay scale, which has now been revised to Rs 210 to Rs 1000 per month depending on the pay scale.
A delegation of employees led by Mr Tejinder Pal, Team Manager with the Punjab AG Hockey team, met the MP and expressed gratitude as it was a month back that they had submitted a representation to Mr Bansal and after he took up the matter with the centre, the same has been approved.
The ‘Special Pay’ allowance is given to the winning and the runners up team in the Civil Services Tournament. Mr Tejinder Pal while thanking the MP said it was only because of his intervention and efforts that the allowance had been revised and it will be a welcome move for all sportspersons of central government who had been demanding revision of the same.
Chandigarh 25 Sept 2013:
Sportspersons from central government offices in Chandigarh today met the city Member of Parliament (MP), Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal to thank him getting through revision in ‘Special Pay’ allowance. The allowance had not been revised since 2006. The existing allowance was Rs 50, 100 and 150 per month as per the pay scale, which has now been revised to Rs 210 to Rs 1000 per month depending on the pay scale.
A delegation of employees led by Mr Tejinder Pal, Team Manager with the Punjab AG Hockey team, met the MP and expressed gratitude as it was a month back that they had submitted a representation to Mr Bansal and after he took up the matter with the centre, the same has been approved.
The ‘Special Pay’ allowance is given to the winning and the runners up team in the Civil Services Tournament. Mr Tejinder Pal while thanking the MP said it was only because of his intervention and efforts that the allowance had been revised and it will be a welcome move for all sportspersons of central government who had been demanding revision of the same.
Youth can play an active role in women empowerment: Pawan Bansal
Shares his journey of becoming a politician with MCMDAV students
Chandigarh 23 Sept 2013:
Hundreds of students of MCMDAV College in Sector 36 here today had a rendezvous with city Member of Parliament Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal. In the two hour interactive session in a packed college auditorium, the MP took questions from the students and the staff besides sharing his journey of becoming a politician from a student leader during his university days. The session broadly dwelled on "Role of youth in national development and women empowerment" but Mr Bansal encouraged the students to ask questions even if not related to the subject. The school principal Dr. (Mrs.) Puneet Bedi welcomed the MP and thanked him for having taken out time to interact with college students. Speaking on the occasion Mr Pawan Bansal said he was happy to see college grow and impart quality education and youth was the driving force behind any country's progress including India. Talking about role of women, he said on one hand women had reached top positions but disparity still persists in the Indian society.
"Not more than 20 percent of women constitute skilled workforce in the country which is dismal and needs improvement. Education can break barriers of the past but what saddens me is that women are also party to it. We have to bring about a change in attitude if we are looking for a revolutionary change", the MP vehemently stressed. He also made reference to the recent Delhi gang rape which claimed an innocent life and also the one in Mumbai. Mr Bansal also said politics need to be taken professionally but we should not have professional politicians. "People should not leave politics to politicians but should participate in politics", he said.
The Q&A session began with Ms Savita Thakur, Head, Political Science Department, asking the MP how to channelize energy of students to do something for the nation to which Mr Bansal said every student has a streak of morality and he has never doubted youth when it comes to doing anything for the country. He was asked on what are the career options for women in Indian politics, to which the former union minister said what was required was an active role in welfare of the society and contesting elections, and there were many opportunities being offered to them in the political parties. Mr Bansal was also asked if it helped taking professionals in politics as they could be away from the realities at grassroots level to which he said there were examples of professionals like the former Indian President Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam who had played a key role in taking the country forward. A student Nandini asked the MP on how privatization of railways and using trains for advertising purposes could help improving railways, to which Mr Bansal said it was a good idea for railways which has 2.30 crore people daily traveling across the country. He said advertising could bring in a lot of non-tariff revenue to railways. Shivangi Sharma, president of MCMDAV student council asked about what steps were required for security of the women in India. The MP said the laws needs to be strengthened and awareness is required. The MP was also asked to share his experiences of becoming a politician for which he thanked the people of Chandigarh for giving him a chance to serve them.
On being asked what he felt about Indian youth exploring opportunities abroad, Mr Bansal said after opening up of economy by Dr. Manmohan Singh when he was the finance minister, things had changed, adding global slowdown was there but India is not the cause but victim of it but still holds promise to entrepreneurs. Mr Bansal also stressed on having skill development centers.
While replying to a question by Shikha, a BA first year student on how students can make a positive change in politics, he said the first step in this direction was to take a plunge. The MP was also asked on other means of empowering women besides education, to which he said education was the starting point which led to other factors for women empowerment and mindset of the society has to change first to bring about any positive change. Spreha Atray, a student asked how Chandigarh could become an educational hub, to which. Mr Bansal said it was already an important educational centre but for further development we would have to look for a wholistic growth of the tricity. Aishwarya Arora, another student asked about qualities of becoming a good student leader, to which the MP stressed on relating to people by being a part of them.
A student also raised the issue of doing away with paid parking for students. Mr Bansal said it was a fraction of what people are paying abroad and it's there to regulate parking and not to make money, hence was not possible to exempt students. Replying to a query on how recession was affecting the youth, the MP said the economy will soon bounce back and things will be normal again.
Shares his journey of becoming a politician with MCMDAV students
Chandigarh 23 Sept 2013:
Hundreds of students of MCMDAV College in Sector 36 here today had a rendezvous with city Member of Parliament Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal. In the two hour interactive session in a packed college auditorium, the MP took questions from the students and the staff besides sharing his journey of becoming a politician from a student leader during his university days. The session broadly dwelled on "Role of youth in national development and women empowerment" but Mr Bansal encouraged the students to ask questions even if not related to the subject. The school principal Dr. (Mrs.) Puneet Bedi welcomed the MP and thanked him for having taken out time to interact with college students. Speaking on the occasion Mr Pawan Bansal said he was happy to see college grow and impart quality education and youth was the driving force behind any country's progress including India. Talking about role of women, he said on one hand women had reached top positions but disparity still persists in the Indian society.
"Not more than 20 percent of women constitute skilled workforce in the country which is dismal and needs improvement. Education can break barriers of the past but what saddens me is that women are also party to it. We have to bring about a change in attitude if we are looking for a revolutionary change", the MP vehemently stressed. He also made reference to the recent Delhi gang rape which claimed an innocent life and also the one in Mumbai. Mr Bansal also said politics need to be taken professionally but we should not have professional politicians. "People should not leave politics to politicians but should participate in politics", he said.
The Q&A session began with Ms Savita Thakur, Head, Political Science Department, asking the MP how to channelize energy of students to do something for the nation to which Mr Bansal said every student has a streak of morality and he has never doubted youth when it comes to doing anything for the country. He was asked on what are the career options for women in Indian politics, to which the former union minister said what was required was an active role in welfare of the society and contesting elections, and there were many opportunities being offered to them in the political parties. Mr Bansal was also asked if it helped taking professionals in politics as they could be away from the realities at grassroots level to which he said there were examples of professionals like the former Indian President Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam who had played a key role in taking the country forward. A student Nandini asked the MP on how privatization of railways and using trains for advertising purposes could help improving railways, to which Mr Bansal said it was a good idea for railways which has 2.30 crore people daily traveling across the country. He said advertising could bring in a lot of non-tariff revenue to railways. Shivangi Sharma, president of MCMDAV student council asked about what steps were required for security of the women in India. The MP said the laws needs to be strengthened and awareness is required. The MP was also asked to share his experiences of becoming a politician for which he thanked the people of Chandigarh for giving him a chance to serve them.
On being asked what he felt about Indian youth exploring opportunities abroad, Mr Bansal said after opening up of economy by Dr. Manmohan Singh when he was the finance minister, things had changed, adding global slowdown was there but India is not the cause but victim of it but still holds promise to entrepreneurs. Mr Bansal also stressed on having skill development centers.
While replying to a question by Shikha, a BA first year student on how students can make a positive change in politics, he said the first step in this direction was to take a plunge. The MP was also asked on other means of empowering women besides education, to which he said education was the starting point which led to other factors for women empowerment and mindset of the society has to change first to bring about any positive change. Spreha Atray, a student asked how Chandigarh could become an educational hub, to which. Mr Bansal said it was already an important educational centre but for further development we would have to look for a wholistic growth of the tricity. Aishwarya Arora, another student asked about qualities of becoming a good student leader, to which the MP stressed on relating to people by being a part of them.
A student also raised the issue of doing away with paid parking for students. Mr Bansal said it was a fraction of what people are paying abroad and it's there to regulate parking and not to make money, hence was not possible to exempt students. Replying to a query on how recession was affecting the youth, the MP said the economy will soon bounce back and things will be normal again.
Jainism spreads the message of peace: Bansal
Chandigarh, September 22,2013:
Chandigarh, September 22,2013: Local Member of Parliament (MP), Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal has said, from Jainism emanates the message of peace in the times when there are so many conflicts in the world. He was speaking at a “Tap Abhinandan Samaroh”, organized by the Jain community at Anuvrat Bhawan ground in Sector 24 here today. The function was organised to felicitate Jatin Jain, who has been fasting for 33 days. Mr Bansal said it was only through meditation that one could get closer to God, and forget the pain and suffering of the world. He said one must not show off meditation, but do it quietly. Muni Shri Vinay Kumar Alok, and Muni Shri Abhay Kumar conducted the felicitation ceremony. Jain devotees and heads of the Jain Sabha from the city were also present there.
The MP also stressed on how fasting helped in keeping the body fit, which also inculcated discipline, which was prevalent in Jainism. Mr Bansal was also the chief guest at Kabaddi tournament at village Maloya. He said there was a need to encourage the rural sports, adding, all villages in Chandigarh should have good stadium and that he was committed to take this cause forward. He concluded that villages were heritage of ours which should be preserved. In Mauli Jagran village problems of residents were heard by Mr Bansal. While speaking on the issue of Lal dora, he said with the passage of time population has grown in villages, and circumstances necessitate their moving out.
Chandigarh, September 22,2013:
Chandigarh, September 22,2013: Local Member of Parliament (MP), Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal has said, from Jainism emanates the message of peace in the times when there are so many conflicts in the world. He was speaking at a “Tap Abhinandan Samaroh”, organized by the Jain community at Anuvrat Bhawan ground in Sector 24 here today. The function was organised to felicitate Jatin Jain, who has been fasting for 33 days. Mr Bansal said it was only through meditation that one could get closer to God, and forget the pain and suffering of the world. He said one must not show off meditation, but do it quietly. Muni Shri Vinay Kumar Alok, and Muni Shri Abhay Kumar conducted the felicitation ceremony. Jain devotees and heads of the Jain Sabha from the city were also present there.
The MP also stressed on how fasting helped in keeping the body fit, which also inculcated discipline, which was prevalent in Jainism. Mr Bansal was also the chief guest at Kabaddi tournament at village Maloya. He said there was a need to encourage the rural sports, adding, all villages in Chandigarh should have good stadium and that he was committed to take this cause forward. He concluded that villages were heritage of ours which should be preserved. In Mauli Jagran village problems of residents were heard by Mr Bansal. While speaking on the issue of Lal dora, he said with the passage of time population has grown in villages, and circumstances necessitate their moving out.
Now, no nesting of birds on Platform Number 1
Chandigarh, September 18,2013:
Now, the Chandigarh railway station will be free of birds, which were nuisance to the passengers , as the railway authorities are fixing redesigned sheds at Platform Number 1. The construction of the new sheds will be completed soon and the birds will not be able to take shelter in the sheds now. A number of complaints were received that the birds usually discharge their waste at night and their droppings which made the floor unhygienic. Many times it fell on the passengers standing the platform. Hundreds of birds have been using the sheds of Platform Number 1 as their night shelter from may many years.
Chandigarh, September 18,2013:
Now, the Chandigarh railway station will be free of birds, which were nuisance to the passengers , as the railway authorities are fixing redesigned sheds at Platform Number 1. The construction of the new sheds will be completed soon and the birds will not be able to take shelter in the sheds now. A number of complaints were received that the birds usually discharge their waste at night and their droppings which made the floor unhygienic. Many times it fell on the passengers standing the platform. Hundreds of birds have been using the sheds of Platform Number 1 as their night shelter from may many years.
Housing for the poor a must in city: Bansal
Advocates need for dignity of labour
Chandigarh, September 17,2013:
Local Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said he would take up with the Chandigarh Administration to have a dedicated policy of housing for poor. He said there was a dire need for having houses for poor families who could not afford to have their own accommodation and were contributing a lot in the city. Mr Bansal also stressed on the need to respect dignity of labour while he was addressing a gathering of labourers at the Labour Chowk in Sector 44-C here on the occasion of Vishwakarma Pooja. Vishwakarma Pooja is a resolution time for all the workers and craftsmen to increase their productivity. He said it any nation can progress only if we have people who put in hardwork with their own hands. Mr Bansal added, “We should respect such people who work for us and the UPA government in the centre has always come up with policies in their interest”. He also cited the slum rehabilitation scheme in Chandigarh, which has set an example in the country.
Advocates need for dignity of labour
Chandigarh, September 17,2013:
Local Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today said he would take up with the Chandigarh Administration to have a dedicated policy of housing for poor. He said there was a dire need for having houses for poor families who could not afford to have their own accommodation and were contributing a lot in the city. Mr Bansal also stressed on the need to respect dignity of labour while he was addressing a gathering of labourers at the Labour Chowk in Sector 44-C here on the occasion of Vishwakarma Pooja. Vishwakarma Pooja is a resolution time for all the workers and craftsmen to increase their productivity. He said it any nation can progress only if we have people who put in hardwork with their own hands. Mr Bansal added, “We should respect such people who work for us and the UPA government in the centre has always come up with policies in their interest”. He also cited the slum rehabilitation scheme in Chandigarh, which has set an example in the country.
Onam brings cheer to city Keralites
Chandigarh - Kochuveli Express to be biweekly
Chandigarh, September 15,2013:
The local Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has extended Onam greetings to the Malayalee community of the city. Speaking at a function organized by the Confederation of Keralite Organisations in Tricity, Chandigarh, Mr Bansal also informed that the Chandigarh Kochuveli Express, which is a weekly train will soon become biweekly, as announced in the rail budget by him.
Onam is a traditional ten day harvest festival celebrated by the people of Kerala. The MP complimented the people of Kerala for being ahead in the country as far as literacy is concerned adding those settled here played a major role in enriching the mosaic of Indian culture in Chandigarh. Mr Bansal further said that the new trains to religious places will start running from October. While the Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express will be flagged off on October 3, Thursday from Chandigarh at 1900 hours, the Kalka-Chandigarh-Shirdi Express will be flagged off on October 6, Sunday at 1940 hours. The Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express will run once a week and its departure to Chandigarh will be every Saturday. On the other hand the Kalka-Chandigarh-Shirdi Express will be a biweekly train, which will depart for Chandigarh every Tuesday and Saturday. These two trains will connect Chandigarh to very important religious places Shirdi and Hazur Sahib. Both these trains had been announced by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while presenting the Rail Budget 2013.
Chandigarh - Kochuveli Express to be biweekly
Chandigarh, September 15,2013:
The local Member of Parliament, Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal has extended Onam greetings to the Malayalee community of the city. Speaking at a function organized by the Confederation of Keralite Organisations in Tricity, Chandigarh, Mr Bansal also informed that the Chandigarh Kochuveli Express, which is a weekly train will soon become biweekly, as announced in the rail budget by him.
Onam is a traditional ten day harvest festival celebrated by the people of Kerala. The MP complimented the people of Kerala for being ahead in the country as far as literacy is concerned adding those settled here played a major role in enriching the mosaic of Indian culture in Chandigarh. Mr Bansal further said that the new trains to religious places will start running from October. While the Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express will be flagged off on October 3, Thursday from Chandigarh at 1900 hours, the Kalka-Chandigarh-Shirdi Express will be flagged off on October 6, Sunday at 1940 hours. The Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express will run once a week and its departure to Chandigarh will be every Saturday. On the other hand the Kalka-Chandigarh-Shirdi Express will be a biweekly train, which will depart for Chandigarh every Tuesday and Saturday. These two trains will connect Chandigarh to very important religious places Shirdi and Hazur Sahib. Both these trains had been announced by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while presenting the Rail Budget 2013.
City gets connected to Shirdi, Hazur Sahib
Two trains to connect Chandigarh to important religious places from Oct: Pawan Kumar Bansal
Chandigarh, September 12, 2013:
In a major development which will bring cheer to the residents of the Chandigarh, two trains will connect Chandigarh to very important religious places Shirdi and Hazur Sahib. These trains would be commissioned from the first week of October. Local MP Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today announced that Mr. Mallikarjun Kharge,Union Minister for Railways had called him up and informed him that two trains will connect Chandigarh to these important religious places. The two trains include the Kalka-Chandigarh-Shirdi Express and the Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express. Both these trains had been announced by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while presenting the Rail Budget 2013. Commenting on this development, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal said, “While the launch of any train is a cause for celebration, I am particularly happy that these two trains are starting now. This will mean that our citizens will now be able to go on a pilgrimage with ease.” Shirdi is well known as the home of the 19th century revered guru Shirdi Sai Baba. Hazoor Sahib, is one of the five takhts in Sikhism. It is where the 10th guru, GuruGobind Singh Ji completed his last breath. As the Railway Minister, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal had announced six new trains for Chandigarh in the Union Rail Budget in February 2013. Besides this, three long-route ones had been further extended to new destinations and frequencies to two long-distance trains were increased. Chandigarh is now well connected by rail to most of the important destinations of the country.
Two trains to connect Chandigarh to important religious places from Oct: Pawan Kumar Bansal
Chandigarh, September 12, 2013:
In a major development which will bring cheer to the residents of the Chandigarh, two trains will connect Chandigarh to very important religious places Shirdi and Hazur Sahib. These trains would be commissioned from the first week of October. Local MP Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal today announced that Mr. Mallikarjun Kharge,Union Minister for Railways had called him up and informed him that two trains will connect Chandigarh to these important religious places. The two trains include the Kalka-Chandigarh-Shirdi Express and the Nangal Dam- Anadpur Sahib-Chandigarh-Hazur Sahib (Nanded) Express. Both these trains had been announced by Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal while presenting the Rail Budget 2013. Commenting on this development, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal said, “While the launch of any train is a cause for celebration, I am particularly happy that these two trains are starting now. This will mean that our citizens will now be able to go on a pilgrimage with ease.” Shirdi is well known as the home of the 19th century revered guru Shirdi Sai Baba. Hazoor Sahib, is one of the five takhts in Sikhism. It is where the 10th guru, GuruGobind Singh Ji completed his last breath. As the Railway Minister, Mr. Pawan Kumar Bansal had announced six new trains for Chandigarh in the Union Rail Budget in February 2013. Besides this, three long-route ones had been further extended to new destinations and frequencies to two long-distance trains were increased. Chandigarh is now well connected by rail to most of the important destinations of the country.
'Needs of govt houses to be redressed on priority-'
MP Pawan Bansal extends Ganesh Chaturthi greetings
Chandigarh, September 9, 2013:
Chandigarh Member of Parliament (MP) Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today assured the residents of government houses that he would on priority take up their needs with the concerned authorities.
He was addressing the residents of Sector 33 B during his visit to the campus of government cluster houses here today. He said he would stress on prioritizing upkeep and repair of these houses with the officials to facilitate comfortable living conditions for all those staying in government houses. Mr Bansal has also extended wishes on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, a Hindu festival celebrated on the birthday (rebirth) of Lord Ganesha, which is celebrated in Maharashtra with great enthusiasm. He was speaking at a function organized by Maharashtra Mandal at Maharashtra Bhawan in sector 19 D here. The MP said in Chandigarh a large population of Maharashtra residing here was enriching the culture of Chandigarh, the dream city of first Indian Prime Minister, Jawahar Lal Nehru. Mr Bansal also held a meeting of the ward 16 booth level Congress workers from Sector 20 at his residence this evening. He appealed to them to work hard to strengthening the party by spreading awareness among people about the people-friendly policies of the Congress government at the center.
MP Pawan Bansal extends Ganesh Chaturthi greetings
Chandigarh, September 9, 2013:
Chandigarh Member of Parliament (MP) Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal today assured the residents of government houses that he would on priority take up their needs with the concerned authorities.
He was addressing the residents of Sector 33 B during his visit to the campus of government cluster houses here today. He said he would stress on prioritizing upkeep and repair of these houses with the officials to facilitate comfortable living conditions for all those staying in government houses. Mr Bansal has also extended wishes on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, a Hindu festival celebrated on the birthday (rebirth) of Lord Ganesha, which is celebrated in Maharashtra with great enthusiasm. He was speaking at a function organized by Maharashtra Mandal at Maharashtra Bhawan in sector 19 D here. The MP said in Chandigarh a large population of Maharashtra residing here was enriching the culture of Chandigarh, the dream city of first Indian Prime Minister, Jawahar Lal Nehru. Mr Bansal also held a meeting of the ward 16 booth level Congress workers from Sector 20 at his residence this evening. He appealed to them to work hard to strengthening the party by spreading awareness among people about the people-friendly policies of the Congress government at the center.
Pawan Kumar Bansal for strengthening Indo-Nepal Ties
Chandigarh, September 8, 2013:
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, Chandigarh MP has called on the people for further strengthening ties between Indian and Nepal. Extending wishes on the occasion of Nepali ‘Teej’ which was organized by Nepali Jan Sampark at Manimajra here today, he said both the countries shared good relations and it was a moment pride for the city to have people from Nepal settled here. The festival of ‘Teej,’ popularly known as ‘Haritalika’ is observed by Nepali Hindu women. Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal was the chief guest on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion he said Nepal had rich water resources which can be shared with India, and the same would benefit both countries. The local Member of Parliament also extended Onam greetings to the Malayalee community of the city. Onam is a traditional ten day harvest festival celebrated by the people of Kerala. Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, who attended a function to mark the occasion at Punjab Kala Bhawan in Sector 16 here, while extending his wishes said the festival is now celebrated across the country with the presence Malayalee community everywhere. He added that people from all parts of the country were enriching the cultural mosaic of the city.
Chandigarh, September 8, 2013:
Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, Chandigarh MP has called on the people for further strengthening ties between Indian and Nepal. Extending wishes on the occasion of Nepali ‘Teej’ which was organized by Nepali Jan Sampark at Manimajra here today, he said both the countries shared good relations and it was a moment pride for the city to have people from Nepal settled here. The festival of ‘Teej,’ popularly known as ‘Haritalika’ is observed by Nepali Hindu women. Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal was the chief guest on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion he said Nepal had rich water resources which can be shared with India, and the same would benefit both countries. The local Member of Parliament also extended Onam greetings to the Malayalee community of the city. Onam is a traditional ten day harvest festival celebrated by the people of Kerala. Mr Pawan Kumar Bansal, who attended a function to mark the occasion at Punjab Kala Bhawan in Sector 16 here, while extending his wishes said the festival is now celebrated across the country with the presence Malayalee community everywhere. He added that people from all parts of the country were enriching the cultural mosaic of the city.