Sirsa

A 54-year-old widower from Phulkan village, Sirsa, has been fighting a bizarre battle with bureaucracy for five years to prove he's alive. Despite receiving a widow pension in July 2024, official records still list him as deceased since November 2019.

Sirsa MP Kumari Selja delivers scathing criticism of Haryana's healthcare system, highlighting severe staff shortages, lack of essential medicines, and equipment. She points out that government hospitals are failing while private healthcare remains out of reach for common people.

Haryana government launches significant agricultural initiative, offering Rs 3,600 per acre subsidy for wheat cultivation across eight districts. The scheme aims to promote advanced farming techniques and targets 1,041 acres of land with a total grant of Rs 37.48 lakh.

Following an intensive election campaign in Julana constituency, wrestler-turned-politician Vinesh Phogat embarks on a spiritual journey to Salasar Dham in Rajasthan. Her campaign team expresses confidence in a significant victory margin, highlighting her successful outreach to 73 villages.

In a major political development ahead of Haryana assembly polls, former MP Ashok Tanwar left BJP to rejoin Congress, marking his fourth party switch in five years. The move could impact nine assembly seats in the Sirsa region, particularly affecting BJP's influence among SC voters.

Kumari Selja, a prominent Dalit leader in Haryana Congress, has agreed to join the election campaign after a 12-day absence. Her return follows interventions by Rahul Gandhi and party president Mallikarjun Kharge, addressing concerns about ticket distribution and chief ministerial candidacy.

Kumari Selja, former Union Minister and Sirsa MP, has been noticeably absent from the Congress poll campaign in Haryana after ticket allocation. Her absence has raised concerns among party members, highlighting internal factionalism. A recent caste slur incident has further complicated the situation.

In Haryana's upcoming assembly elections, 15 descendants of the state's three most influential political families - the Lals - are competing for nine seats. This unprecedented family showdown highlights the evolving nature of Haryana's political landscape and the enduring legacy of its political dynasties.

Haryana Power Minister Ranjit Chautala resigned from the Cabinet after being left off BJP's candidate list. He's considering running as an Independent from Rania, rejecting BJP's offer of the Dabwali seat. Chautala predicts a significant role for Independent candidates in forming the next government.

The Congress party has released its first list of 31 candidates for the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections. The list includes prominent figures like former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda and newly-joined wrestler Vinesh Phogat. The party has also given a ticket to jailed legislator Surender Panwar from Sonipat.

The Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) has announced Arjun Chautala as their candidate for Rania, setting up a family showdown against his granduncle Ranjit Singh. This electoral battle underscores the complex dynamics within the Chautala family and adds intrigue to Haryana's upcoming Assembly elections.

Ahead of the Haryana Assembly elections, the Congress party is grappling with the decision of its Chief Ministerial face. Two formulas are on the table - if the party secures a majority, Bhupinder Singh Hooda could return as CM; if it falls short, Kumari Selja could be the preferred choice. The party aims to placate all factions. 

Haryana Congress faces internal competition as leaders vie for the Chief Minister position. Kumari Selja plans an urban padyatra, while Bhupinder Singh Hooda responds by organizing his son Deepender's rural outreach program. The rival campaigns aim to demonstrate grassroots support and influence party leadership ahead of upcoming state elections.

It was in 1998, during the Lok Sabha elections, when both parties came together and formed the alliance for the first time. Back then, in the 1990s, INLD was a potent force, both at the state and the national level, people across the caste and religion used to vote on the name of Ch. Devilal. Contesting together for the first time in 1996, INLD won 4 seats of Hisar, Bhiwani, Sirsa, and Kurukshetra out of 7 it contested and BSP won the seat of Ambala out of the 3 seats it contested. 

Kiran Chaudhary's decision to join BJP has sparked a political row in Haryana. Congress has filed a petition to disqualify her from the Tosham constituency, citing the anti-defection law. The party has accused her of betraying the people's trust and violating the law.

Congress MP Kumari Selja criticizes the BJP government in Haryana for rising crime rates. She presents shocking statistics for the first six months of 2024, including 465 murders and 720 rapes. Selja accuses the government of neglecting public safety and calls for immediate action to protect citizens, especially women.

Congress MP Jai Prakash's remarks suggesting women can't inherit political legacies have sparked outrage. Former Congress member Kiran Choudhry and current MP Kumari Selja strongly condemned the statement. BJP has joined the criticism, demanding an apology from Prakash and the Congress party for the alleged anti-women sentiment. 

In 2019, when Congress, once again failed to form government in the state, leaders like Randeep Singh Surjewala, Kiran Chaudhary, and Kumari Selja took charge and attacked Hooda for his ambitions of making his son Deependra Hooda Chief Minister of Haryana.  In the next 5 years, the quarrel over the CM post kept recurring, and those who considered themselves old loyalists of Congress and close to the Gandhi family staked a claim over the Chief minister’s post in Haryana.

But what goes against Shelja is that she is not a popular face outside the Hisar-Sirsa region while Hooda is known for his smart politics all over the state. While Randeep Singh Surjewala is still not a big name if we talk from the perspective of state politics, he is not anywhere near Hooda in terms of power and support in the state congress.

The political punditry says the future looks bleak for both the “Chautala” parties in Haryana. The political pundits even blame Dushyant for the Lok sabha debacle of both JJP and INLD, claiming that Dushyant’s “apostasy” and his love for power ruined people’s trust in the Chautala clan.

It is worth remembering that the regional satraps wielded strong power in Haryana since the formation of the state in 1966. Many stalwarts Like Bansi Lal, Bhajan Lal, Devi Lal, and Om Prakash Chautala formed their parties to consolidate their vote base against the strong influence of the Congress and BJP in the state.

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Haryana is preparing a list of rebel leaders, employees, and officials who allegedly worked against the party during the Lok Sabha elections. So far, the lists for the Sirsa and Sonipat constituencies have been finalized.

Ahead of the Lok Sabha election results in Haryana, the Congress party has prepared an internal report estimating it will win 8 seats and lose 2 seats.

As political parties in Haryana review the outcome of the Lok Sabha elections, the BJP's internal report has raised concerns over potential shrinking of its victory margins in some key constituencies. While the party remains optimistic about its overall win, the report points to challenges in Rohtak and Sirsa, and tough battles in four other seats. 

The recently concluded Lok Sabha elections in Haryana witnessed a fierce battle between the BJP and the Congress-led INDIA alliance. With a 5.5% dip in voter turnout compared to previous polls, the fight for the 10 seats was intense, with at least 7 constituencies witnessing a close contest. The BJP, which had swept all seats in 2019, faced headwinds from the farmers' protest and a resurgent opposition. Let's delve into the key battlegrounds and the factors that could tilt the scales. 

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The BJP has lined up 40 star campaigners including PM Modi, HM Shah, and BJP CMs for the Haryana polls. Attempt to unite dissenting voices like Khattar, Vij and Bishnoi. Aims to leverage top leaders' appeal to retain all 10 seats.

Ashok Tanwar, once considered among the future of Haryana congress and close aide of congress Yuvraj Rahul Gandhi shifted his loyalties to BJP earlier this year. Tanwar is looking to make a comeback from the sirsa seat. While the congress is still brainstorming on ticket distribution, the name of kumari shelja for the seat of sirsa against Tanwar is making rounds in political circles.

The Congress party is grappling with finalizing its Lok Sabha candidates in Haryana, with three seats - Bhiwani-Mahendragarh, Gurugram, and Rohtak - causing intense disagreements. Amid the impasse, the party is considering involving Rahul Gandhi to resolve the issue as the Central Election Committee and a sub-committee have failed to reach a consensus.

Grain markets in Haryana are overflowing with wheat due to very slow lifting by government agencies. Despite a lot of wheat arriving, only a small portion has been lifted. This has caused severe space shortage in markets. Angry farmers and traders are protesting against the slow process. They say the government has failed to address the issue despite assurances, causing widespread distress.

The BJP candidate for the Sirsa Lok Sabha seat, Dr. Ashok Tanwar, is facing a 'conspiracy' by opposition parties who are circulating a three-year-old video of an attack on him to malign him. However, Dr. Tanwar has firmly responded, filing complaints with the authorities and appealing to the media. With the Election Commission's promise of action, the BJP candidate appears poised for victory in the face of this 'jackal gang' conspiracy.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has launched a scathing attack on the Congress party, claiming that the BJP-led government has brought about "unprecedented development" in the country and the state. Saini praised the BJP's "right policy, intention and leadership," and said that every citizen is taking "full advantage" of the development initiatives under the NDA regime.

Former Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar expresses confidence in BJP winning all 10 Lok Sabha seats in the state. He criticises the opposition for lacking viable candidates. Khattar also reveals plans for a BJP-HLP alliance in the Sirsa constituency, though the HLP leader Gopal Kanda was absent from the rally.

Haryana government extends mobile internet ban in seven districts until February 17 amid ongoing farmers' agitation. Decision follows initial two-day suspension due to 'Delhi Chalo' protest. Move aims to prevent disturbances amid tensions. Telecom service providers directed to comply. Extension underlines commitment to maintaining public order amidst protests.

Haryana government suspends internet services in certain districts to prevent tension and violence during upcoming farmers' march. Order aims to stop spread of rumors online that could incite unrest. Exemptions ensure minimal disruption to essential services. Violators warned of legal action. Measures taken for public safety.

Haryana faces an intense 26-day cold wave, triggering a red alert in six districts. The prolonged cold, dense fog, and cold day conditions prompt health concerns and impact agriculture. With forecasts suggesting a potential respite from the cold with rainfall, residents are advised to take precautions, especially vulnerable populations and farmers.

Haryana's leaders, including Governor Dattatreya and Chief Minister Manohar Lal, are set to unfurl the tricolor in various districts on Republic Day. Ministerial participation spans education, agriculture, transportation, and more, demonstrating a unified celebration. The collective call for flag hoisting signifies social support, fostering national unity and prosperity.

Dera chief Ram Rahim, on parole, sends a message to followers about Shri Ram Lala Pran-Pratishtha. Restricted from visiting Dera HQ in Sirsa, he heads to UP Barnawa Ashram. Advocates festive celebrations and directs followers to avoid visiting the ashram, endorsing a month-long MSG Bhandara.

Ashok Tanwar, a former Congress leader and AAP member in Haryana, is speculated to join BJP, marking a significant political shift. This move follows AAP's recent setbacks, including Chitra Sarwara's switch to Congress. If Tanwar joins BJP, it could reshape the state's political dynamics, impacting the upcoming elections and adding a notable Dalit face to the BJP.

Chaudhary Devi Lal University faces a grave situation as an anonymous letter accuses a professor of sexually harassing around 500 female students. The university swiftly responds by initiating a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the disturbing allegations. The letter outlines instances of intimidation, inappropriate touching, and the deletion of crucial CCTV footage, emphasizing the urgent need for a comprehensive inquiry to address the serious misconduct within the academic institution.

The Dabwali fire tragedy of 1995 is a sad event in Mandi Dabwali's history. It happened on December 23, 1995, during a school function at DAV Public School. The incident led to a lot of people losing their lives, especially children and students.