Warring seeks MSP guarantee as promised to farmers Demands Rs 50-70 cr annual research grant for PAU Seeks debt relief for farmers on pattern of industry loan waiver Reveals, Punjab didn’t get a penny of Rs 1600 cr flood relief Demands withdrawal of the law on stubble burning Chandigarh/New Delhi 18 March ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : Punjab Congress president and Ludhiana MP Amarinder Singh Raja Warring today demanded that the government of India should bring the law to provide MSP guarantee to the farmers as had been promised to them when they withdrew their 15 month long strike against three farm laws. He also demanded Rs 50 crore to Rs 70 crores annual research grant for the Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana to improve the research facilities for better agriculture. The Ludhiana MP made a strong case for providing debt relief to the small and marginal farmers through one time settlement by waiving off their interests. He asked, if the government can waive off loans worth Rs 1...
Healing the HealersFortis Doctors Share How They Tackle Stress and Prioritize Mental Health
S.A.S.Nagar 29 June ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : As we celebrate Doctors’ Day on July 1, senior specialists from Fortis Hospital Mohali shed light on a vital yet often overlooked aspect of a doctor’s life—their own mental well-being. Dr Atul Joshi, Director, General Surgery, Laparoscopic and Oncology Surgeon, Fortis Hospital Mohali, said, “Endless working hours, strong work ethic, 24x7 availability for patients, a hugely understanding wife and a dedicated team have all contributed to my 17-year stint at Fortis Hospital Mohali. For me, conducting a surgery has never been ‘work’ in the strictest sense, but pure worship. Regular, short meditation sessions along with yoga do a world of magic. I also take off twice a year during which I render my services to underprivileged people at charitable medical camps across the country.” Dr. Hardeep Singh, Senior Consultant, Department of Mental Health, says that while doctors are trained to manage crises, the emotional and psychological toll can be immense. “Every life we touch leaves a mark on us. That’s why I consciously practice meditation and reading daily—it helps me process emotions and stay grounded.” He also enjoys listening to music in the evenings, which helps him unwind after intense clinical hours. Dr. Swapna Misra, Director, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, said, “Being a doctor is a privilege, but the pressure never really stops. I unwind through gardening and evening walks—my small but powerful acts of self-care.” Dr. Misra is also into adventure sports, which she goes for whenever she gets the time for a short break from her otherwise hectic routine. All three doctors stress that on Doctors’ Day, while gratitude is appreciated, what doctors need most is a supportive work environment, which they get in Fortis Hospital, Mohali, which they added, allows space for emotional healing, peer support, and mental health resources. “Doctors are human too,” they remind. “Taking care of ourselves isn’t selfish—it’s essential. A mentally strong doctor is the best gift we can offer our patients and ourselves.”
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