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*Safaimitras Suraksha Mega Shivir organized at Rani Laxmi Bai Mahila Bhawan, Sector 38*

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*Chandigarh, September 23:* The Municipal Corporation Chandigarh successfully organized a mega Safaimitras Suraksha Shivir as part of the Swachhata Hi Seva campaign at Rani Laxmi Bai Mahila Bhawan, Sector 38. This Shivir aims to prioritize the health, safety, and well-being of our dedicated safai karamcharis. The initiative is in collaboration with the TCI Foundation and Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (HBCHRC), supporting the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) and MCC’s commitment to the welfare of its sanitation workers.

The Safaimitras Suraksha Shivir has become an indispensable initiative for the betterment and welfare of MCC’s invaluable sanitation workforce. It provides a comprehensive platform for raising awareness and equipping these frontline heroes with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties safely and efficiently. Approximately 5,000 safaimitras will benefit from various schemes and medical check-ups during the Shivir, which runs throughout the month. This initiative began on September 9 and will continue as part of a month-long health camp in collaboration with Homi Bhabha Cancer Hospital & Research Centre. The Shivir focuses on saturating all welfare schemes, including Ayushman Bharat and insurance programs.

The month-long health camp will screen all sanitation workers involved in garbage collection from households and commercial areas, as well as those working at Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs). Key highlights of the cancer screening camp include oral cancer and Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) screenings for males, along with oral, breast, and cervical cancer screenings for females. The camp also offers free medical check-ups, vaccinations, and healthcare services, including general health examinations, vision tests, dental check-ups, and the distribution of essential medicines.

MCC has strategically planned 30 health camps to benefit over 5,000 employees, regardless of their employment status (Regular, Contractual, Agency, Daily Wage). These camps will be held at various locations, as determined by the MOH Wing.

MCC emphasizes that the health and welfare of sanitation workers and MCC staff are top priorities. The Municipal Corporation has provided insurance coverage for all garbage collectors and MRF staff, irrespective of their employment status.

MC Commissioner Sh. Vinay Pratap Singh, IAS, extended heartfelt gratitude to all garbage collectors, sanitation workers, and MCC staff for their hard work, which has improved waste segregation in the city and achieved 100% collection of segregated waste. The city’s rise from the 66th rank in Swachh Survekshan 2021 to the 11th rank in 2023 highlights the importance of continued efforts to make Chandigarh a cleaner and healthier city.

This health camp serves as a fitting tribute to these unsung heroes and reflects the city’s commitment to its workforce. In 2023, Chandigarh was honored with the ‘Safaimitra Surakshit’ title by Her Excellency, the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Draupadi Murmu. Through initiatives like this, we are dedicated to maintaining that honor and ensuring the well-being of our sanitation workers.

Recognizing the invaluable contributions of sanitation workers, the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh remains committed to continuously improving and providing ongoing support for their welfare. The success of the Safaimitras Suraksha Shivir reaffirms our commitment to ensuring their safety, health, and dignity are upheld.

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Chandigarh September 21, 2024

A Two days workshop on the Theme ‘Writing Original Textbooks in Punjabi Language’ under the flagship of Bhartiya Bhasha Samvardhan Samiti, MOE, Govt. of India, started in Panjab University (PU) Chandigarh, today.

Workshop was started with the recitation of the University Anthem. Local coordinator, Prof Gurpal Singh of DES-MDRC gave a glimpse and information of this two days workshop; its genesis, history, perspectives and prospects. Key purpose of this BBSS-workshop is to publish 200 textbooks encompassing humanities, science, commerce, law, agriculture and other disciplines in the next four years. This workshop is totally funded by the central Government.

In her inaugural address, Prof Renu Vig, Vice Chancellor of the university said that this workshop is different in nature and the first time in the history of Punjab which emphasises on writing the textbooks in their own language. Students and common people can better understand in his native language. She said that textbooks must be of the people, by the people and for the people.       

Prof. Amarjeet Grewal, an eminent Scholar said that writing textbooks in the Punjabi language is the need of the hour. Knowledge in one’s own language can be grasped easily.    

In his presidential address, Dr. Jagbir Singh, Chancellor CUP Bathinda said that Indian Knowledge Tradition (IKT) is a treasure of wisdom, skillfullness, history, culture and ethics. IKT is homocentric, cosmos centric and environment oriented in nature. NEP-2020 is an effort to re-implement the Indian Knowledge Tradition along with modern education.

Mr. Jaswant Zafar, Director Language Dept. Punjab also spoke on the occasion.

In the three sessions, many resource persons gave instructions, guidance, suggestions, frameworks, tools and techniques to the authors.

Dr. Gurpal Singh of DES-MDRC, Prof. Amreek Singh Ahluwalia VC Eternal University Talwandi Sabo, Prof. Priyatosh Sharma of History Dept PU, Dr. Rajeev Kumar of MM Modi College Patiala, Dr. Manjinder Singh of School of Punjabi Studies Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar were resource persons/ Mentors/Instructors.

More than 50 authors of different disciplines from across the Punjab attended the workshop.

At the end of session, Dr. Sukhwindar Singh gave a vote of thanks to all the authors, dignitaries and audience.

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Chandigarh September 20, 2024

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Panjab University has secured the largest quantum of grants from the Department of Science & Technology and Renewable Energy, Chandigarh Administration, to undertake a variety of research projects that address key issues in the region.

Prof. Rajat Sandhir from the Department of Biochemistry has been awarded a project to assess the quality and detect adulteration in edible oils, which can have significant impacts on human health. Prof. Naveen Gupta from Department of Microbiology received a grant for real-time ecological assessments of Sukhna Lake, with a focus on identifying sources of pollution. He has previously collaborated with the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Chandigarh, on waste management and environmental monitoring projects.

Other waste management projects have been entrusted to Prof. Shailendra Kumar Arya, Dr. Gargi Ghoshal, and Dr. Avneet Saini. These initiatives aim to develop eco-friendly solutions, such as ethanol production from sawdust, the valorization of kinnow waste, and the creation of biodegradable antimicrobial packaging.

Medical research grants have been awarded to Dr. Sarvnarinder Kaur, Dr. Naveen Kaushal, and Dr. Mary Chatterjee to investigate critical health issues, including breast carcinogenesis, hypercholesterolemia and prostate cancer.

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*Chandigarh, September 20:-* The Finance and Contract committee of Municipal Corporation Chandigarh has accorded approval for various developmental agenda items including laying RCC pipeline from house no. 3001 to tail end at Patiala Ki Rao for smooth disposal of storm water during heavy rainfall in Maloya Colony, Chandigarh at an estimated cost of Rs. 41.39 Lacs.

The meeting of F&CC was held here today under the Chairmanship of Sh. Kuldeep Kumar, Mayor and attended by Sh. Vinay Pratap Singh, IAS, Commissioner and other members of committee namely Smt. Jaswinder Kaur, Sh. Maheshinder Singh Siddhu,  Sh. Lakhbir Singh, Smt. Taruna Mehta and other senior officers of MCC.

The members of committee discussed other various important agenda items in detail and accorded approval for the following:

·        The committee discussed the agenda item regarding extension of Animal Birth Control (ABC) centres at sector 38 West and Raipur Kalan, Chandigarh and recommended the same for final decision in the ensuing General House Meeting.

·        The committee discussed the agenda item for renewal of license (agreement) of Chandigarh washerman workshop cooperative (Regd.) industrial society Ltd., Sector 15-D, Chandigarh and recommended the same for final decision and preparing one policy for all the Dhobighats in the coming General House meeting.

·        The F&CC recommended the agenda item for final decision regarding additional four monkey deterrent personnel (MTW) staff to control the monkey menace in Chandigarh.

·        The committee discussed the agenda item regarding reducing the rent of Circus Ground, Sector 17, Chandigarh and recommended the same for the ensuing General House meeting.

·        The Committee discussed and accorded approval to the celebration of 37th Chrysanthemum show-2024.

·        Repairing/Construction of road gullies and replacing of chocked storm water drainage lines at various places before providing and fixing of interlocking paver blocks on internal road in Mauli Complex, Chandigarh at an estimated cost of Rs. 16.14 Lacs.

·        Up-gradation of Market at Sector 7 (Inner Market), Chandigarh at an estimated cost of Rs. 48.06 Lacs.

·        Providing chair & Podium in Community Centre at Milk colony & village Dhanas, Chandigarh at an estimated cost of Rs. 4.66 Lacs.

·        Augmentation of Street Light on Roads near plot no. 23, Industrial Area, Phase-1, Chandigarh at an estimated cost of Rs. 35.83 Lacs.

·        Up-gradation of Market at Sector 8 (Inner market), Chandigarh at an estimated cost of Rs. 37.70 Lacs.

·        Re-laying of concrete track after demolishing existing damaged track in Green Belt, Sector 21 C&D and demolishing of existing paver track and construction of cement concrete walking track in park front of H.No.1125, Sector 19, Chandigarh at an estimated cost of Rs. 20.66 Lacs.

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