Mann government embroiled in Mid-Day Meal and panjiri scam: Tina Chaudhary Playing with the health of children and pregnant women by awarding contracts to private companies: Tina Chaudhary Demand for a high-level probe and strict action against the guilty Chandigarh 5 May ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : Punjab Congress spokesperson Tina Chaudhary today levelled serious allegations against the Punjab government led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann during a press conference. She said that despite the Chief Minister holding charge of Markfed, the government deliberately awarded contracts for the Mid-Day Meal, panjiri, and other food supplies to private companies. Tina Chaudhary alleged that these private companies supplied substandard food, directly endangering the health of poor children and pregnant women. She said that low-quality food items were procured at inflated prices, causing a loss to the state exchequer. She further stated that the companies awarded the tenders had identical addre...
BJP President Meets Officials Over Issues Faced by School Auto Drivers
Chandigarh July 30 ( Ranjeet Singh Dhaliwal ) : Taking serious note of the ongoing issues faced by school auto drivers, Bharatiya Janata Party Chandigarh President Jitender Pal Malhotra met with senior officials of the concerned departments and apprised them in detail of the drivers’ grievances. During the meeting, Malhotra informed the officials that auto drivers are being harassed through unnecessary challans, checks, and administrative pressure, which is affecting their livelihood. He emphasized that this is not merely an economic issue but also a social one, as these drivers ensure safe and timely transportation of school-going children. The officials assured the BJP President that immediate action would be taken to stop the issuance of unjustified challans. Moreover, a dedicated policy for school auto drivers is being formulated to ensure their operations remain smooth and free from undue interference. The policy will be developed in consultation with all stakeholders. This proactive step was highly appreciated by the auto drivers. Representatives of the School Auto Union expressed their gratitude to Jitender Pal Malhotra and acknowledged the BJP’s commitment to addressing grassroots issues with sincerity. On this occasion, District President Bhupender Saini, State General Secretary Ram Shukla, and Mandal President Satish Shukla were present. From the Auto Union, President Rajesh Kumar Paswan, Amarjeet Singh, Hardev Singh, Amritpal Singh, Narendra Singh, and Bhola extended their thanks and support. This initiative once again reaffirms that the Bharatiya Janata Party stands firmly with every section of society and is committed to resolving public concerns effectively.
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