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Chandigarh, October 8: Haryana Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Sh. Anil Vij today heard public grievances at the PWD Rest House in Ambala Cantt and directed the Deputy Commissioner, Additional Deputy Commissioner and Sub-Divisional Magistrate (Civil) to constitute committees and conduct investigations into various complaints. He stated that grievances of the public must be resolved within the stipulated timeframe and that negligence at any level would not be tolerated.

Taking cognizance of a complaint regarding the alleged development of an unauthorized colony on land in Mandor village of Ambala Cantt, Sh. Vij directed the Deputy Commissioner to constitute a three-member committee under the chairmanship of the Additional Deputy Commissioner to investigate the matter and initiate further action based on the findings.

On a complaint from a resident of Tundla Mandi who had applied under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana for assistance to construct a permanent roof over his house but had not received the benefit for nearly a year, despite neighbouring residents having received it, the Minister took serious note of the matter. He directed the SDM, Ambala Cantt, to investigate the case, take action against those found responsible and initiate suspension proceedings if negligence was established.

Sh. Vij also ordered an inquiry into a complaint concerning the purchase of a suction and jetting machine by the Municipal Council for cleaning drains and sewerage systems. The complainant, a municipal councillor, alleged that the machine had not been purchased in accordance with the terms and conditions of the tender. The Minister directed that an inquiry be conducted under the supervision of the SDM, Ambala Cantt, and a report submitted within one week.

Regarding outstanding property tax, Sh. Vij issued strict directions to Municipal Council officials. He said that nearly ₹70 crore in property tax was pending recovery and directed that effective steps be taken to recover the amount so that the funds could be utilised for development works in Ambala Cantt. He said that through his efforts, ₹1 crore each had been released for development in every ward, and it was now the responsibility of officials to ensure that the development works were taken up and completed expeditiously.

In a case related to an alleged illegal immigration/fraud scheme, the complainant alleged that the accused had taken ₹26.50 lakh from him but had neither returned the money nor been arrested so far. Shri Vij directed Baldev Nagar police to ensure the early arrest of the accused. Similarly, a woman from Sarsedi complained that an agent had taken ₹20 lakh through online transactions along with some cash on the assurance of sending her abroad, but neither sent her abroad nor returned the money. Taking cognizance of the complaint, the Minister directed Mahesh Nagar police to take necessary action.

A retired Army Captain from Ambala Cantt complained of an alleged land fraud involving ₹52 lakh and alleged that two persons named in the case had not yet been arrested. Sh. Vij issued strict directions to the SHO, Panjokhra, for action in the matter and said, “He is a soldier who has served the country along the borders throughout his life. I will not allow his life savings to go waste.” He directed the police to take strict action and arrest the accused.

On a complaint that 56 HKRN employees at the Ambala Cantt Civil Hospital had not received their salaries for the past three months, Sh. Vij immediately spoke to Additional Chief Secretary, Health, Smt. Sumita Mishra, over the phone and directed that the employees be paid their salaries without further delay.

Sh. Vij also issued strict directions to electricity department officials regarding complaints related to power services. He said, “My name is Anil Vij. If departmental officials make people run from pillar to post, everyone knows me well. Therefore, do not make electricity consumers run from office to office and ensure that their work is completed within the stipulated timeframe.”

During the grievance hearing, complaints were received not only from Ambala Cantt but also from other districts of Haryana regarding electricity bills, dangling power wires, new electricity connections and installation of meters. The Minister directed the concerned officials to take action and submit action-taken reports within seven days.

Sh. Vij said that more than 1.96 lakh solar pumps had already been installed across Haryana under the Pradhan Mantri KUSUM Yojana and that connections would soon be released to eligible applicants. He also directed officials to complete patchwork on a section of Kardhan Road and ensure proper drainage arrangements. The concerned officials were directed to conduct a joint inspection of the site.

Issuing clear directions to officials, the Minister said, “Any work on which I have put my signature not be held up, and the person concerned should not have to come back to me again. Anil Vij’s signature is like a .303 bullet.” He reiterated that there should be no delay or negligence in taking action on public grievances.

Sh. Vij said that public grievance  are organised to address the problems faced by residents of Ambala Cantt. He said that ensuring the resolution of every grievance concerning Ambala Cantt was his responsibility. Alongside these matters, complaints related to his departments were also heard on the spot, and concerned officials were directed to take necessary action. During the public grievance hearing, Sh. Vij resolved several other complaints on the spot and issued directions to the concerned officials for further necessary action.