Following the directions of the GOI and instructions of Chandigarh Administration, the Health Department, UT Chandigarh has immediately taken the following steps for managing any kind of Disaster/Emergency in Chandigarh;-
● The Control Room for Disaster Management has been set up at GMSH-16, Chandigarh. A dedicated Nodal Officer for the Control room has been appointed and required staff for handling has been put up on rotational duties.
● The Emergency Departments of GMSH-16 and allied Civil Hospitals have been strengthened with adequate manpower, equipment and required medicines.

The National Lok Adalat scheduled to be held on 10.05.2025 has been postponed for the time being. The date shall be notified soon.

For more information, please contact/call the office of District Legal Services Authority, U.T. Chandigarh or visit the website of the State Legal Services Authority, U.T., Chandigarh. as per the below mentioned details:-

A special media briefing was convened by Shri Nishant Kumar Yadav, Deputy Commissioner, UT Chandigarh, and Ms. Kanwardeep Kaur, Senior Superintendent of Police, UT Chandigarh, to apprise the public of the current situation and the preparedness measures being undertaken across the Union Territory.

The Deputy Commissioner expressed sincere appreciation to the residents of Chandigarh for their exemplary cooperation over the past two days. The citywide blackout observed on the previous evening, as well as the mock drill conducted earlier, were both executed successfully. The administration particularly commends the contributions of Residents Welfare Associations (RWAs) and Market Welfare Associations (MWAs) in mobilizing community participation, disseminating verified information, and effectively countering the spread of misinformation.

In a swift and proactive response to the escalating tension between India and Pakistan, Chandigarh Mayor Smt. Harpreet Kaur Babla today convened an Special meeting with top officials of the Municipal Corporation Chandigarh.

The meeting was attended by Municipal Commissioner Sh. Amit Kumar, IAS, Senior Deputy Mayor Sh. Jasbir Singh Bunty, Deputy Mayor Smt. Taruna Mehta, all Joint Commissioners, Chief Engineer, Superintending Engineers and senior officers of the Corporation.

Mayor Babla, while expressing deep concern for the safety and well-being of Chandigarh residents, issued a series of urgent instructions to ensure the city’s preparedness for any emergency. She emphasized that “citizens’ safety is our topmost priority, and the Municipal Corporation is fully mobilized to respond swiftly and efficiently.”
Key measures initiated under the Mayor’s leadership include:

Widening the ambit of Farishtey scheme, the Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann also gave nod to include war and terrorist affected victims under this scheme.

A decision to this effect was taken in the meeting of Council of Ministers held here under the chairmanship of Chief Minister at his official residence.

Disclosing this here today, a spokesperson of the Chief Minister office said in order to provide immediate hassle-free medical treatment to victims of War and terrorist activities in Government / empaneled private hospitals in the State, to save precious lives and to encourage the general public to bring the War victims and terrorist activities to the nearest government and empaneled private hospitals, coverage under the Farishtey Scheme 2024 has been expanded. This will provide coverage for victims of war and terrorist activities, ensuring comprehensive support and

In a major decision aimed at ensuring affordable housing to people, the Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday gave its consent to simplify the Land Acquisition process through direct purchase
to expedite the process of establishing urban estates and timely completion of other development works in the State of Punjab.

A decision to this effect was taken by the Council of Ministers in its meeting held here under the chairmanship of Chief Minister at his official residence today.

Aam Aadmi Party Punjab President and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora emphasized the AAP government’s unwavering commitment to the nation’s security, assuring that Punjab government and its three crore citizens stand firmly with the Indian Army in safeguarding the country.

Minister Arora commended the Indian Army for its vigilant and decisive actions in countering threats, stating, "The Army is delivering a strong and resolute response to the country’s enemies. It is the responsibility of every citizen to support the Army’s efforts and uphold the nation’s unity and security."

To ensure the safety and well-being of the population in border areas, the Punjab government has implemented several measures. Arora highlighted that each of the border districts, Pathankot, Gurdaspur, Amritsar, Tarn Taran, Ferozepur, and Fazilka, has been placed on high alert. “Two ministers and senior officers have been deployed in every border district to oversee the situation on the ground. They are working closely with the local administration to ensure uninterrupted delivery of essential services such as ration, health, and fire services,” he added.

The Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Friday gave nod for purchasing anti-drone system to check the smuggling of weapons and drugs through drone on the borders.

A decision to this effect was taken in a meeting of the council of Ministers held here at the official residence of the Chief Minister.

Disclosing this here today, a spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s Office said that nine anti drone systems will be installed along with 532 kilometers of border with Pakistan. He said that these systems will help in checking the smuggling of drugs and weapons along with the border through the drones. Bhagwant Singh Mann said that Rs 51.41 crore will be spent by the state government for this Nobel initiative aimed at strengthening security along with border.

Amid heightened tensions along the India-Pakistan border, the police in Rajasthan's Churu district have arrested a 22-year-old youth for allegedly sharing provocative and anti-national posts on social media, an official said on Friday.

The arrested individual has been identified as Asif Khan, son of Umed Khan, a resident of Bajragsar under the jurisdiction of Sardarshahar Police Station.

He was detained for allegedly liking, sharing, and posting inflammatory content amid the ongoing tension on the India-Pakistan border.

Superintendent of Police Jai Yadav said that the district's Cyber Desk team is actively conducting technical monitoring of all major social media platforms in the light of the current India-Pakistan tension.

India’s largest lender, State Bank of India (SBI), announced on Friday that it will sell a 13.19 per cent stake in private lender Yes Bank to Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) for Rs 8,889 crore.

The move is part of a strategic shift as SBI trims its holding in Yes Bank, which it had acquired during the latter’s financial crisis in 2020. SBI will offload over 413 crore shares of Yes Bank at Rs 21.50 per share.

“Pursuant to Regulation 30 and other applicable provisions of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, we advise that the Executive Committee of the Central Board (ECCB) of the Bank, in the meeting held on May 9, has accorded approval to divest 4,13,44,04,897 equity shares of Yes Bank Limited (YBL), being equivalent to approximately 13.19 per cent of YBL’s shares, to Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) at Rs 21.50 per equity share," SBI said in its stock exchange filing.