14062024-JTR-01.qxd 6/14/2024 12:50 AM Page 1 c m y b Jalandhar tribune BUSHES, WATER HYACINTH CLOG ABUL KHURANA DRAIN 3 ABOHAR WOMEN AMONG 5 HELD FOR RUNNING EXTORTION RACKET JUNAID KHAN’S DEBUT MOVIE MAHARAJ IS SET FOR OTT RELEASE Abul Khurana drain is full of bushes & water hyacinth. Farmers fear that they may have to face a lot of trouble during monsoon.P3 The police have arrested five persons, including three women, for extorting lakhs of rupees by threatening a farmer. P3 Hashtags ‘Boycott Netflix’ & ‘Ban Maharaj Film’ trended on social media with a section of users calling for a ban on Maharaj. P4 » » » FORECAST PARTLY CLOUDY MAX 45°C | MIN 27°C YESTERDAY MAX 45°C | MIN 27°C SUNSET FRIDAY 7.33 PM SUNRISE SATURDAY 5:23 AM FRIDAY | 14 JUNE 2024 | JALANDHAR RC, licensing portal to remain closed from June 14 to 18 Our Correspondent Hoshiarpur, June 13 Regional Transport Officer Ravinder Singh Gill said the online portal for paying fee and taxes for vehicle and driving licence related services would remain closed from June 14 to June 18 due to Validity of documents expiring on said days extended maintenance work. A letter issued by the Transport Commissioner, Punjab, in this regards states that for those vehicles and persons, whose documents or driving licences would expire on these four days, and for the convenience of the general public, the validity of all such documents had been extended for another five days so that people do not have to pay late fee or fines. The Regional Transport Officer said from June 14 to June 18, the IFMS portal would remain closed and no vehicle-related or Sarathi payment would be accepted. The RC, licence, permit and other services would remain closed, but there would be no fine on documents whose validity would expire during these days till June 24, he said. Speeding truck crushes 16-year-old boy to death Protesters demand adequate compensation for the family of the deceased Our Correspondent Garhshankar, June 13 A speeding truck crushed a 16-year-old boy riding a bicycle near the Civil Hospital on the GarhshankarSri Anandpur Sahib road today. The teen died on the spot and angry people blocked the traffic in front of Garhshankar police station. The protesters lifted the blockade after the police arrested the truck driver and registered an FIR under various sections of the Indian Penal Code. Ankit (16), son of Suresh Kumar, a resident of Ward No. 7, Mohalla Ambedkar Nagar, Garhshankar, was going to play football on bicycle on the Garhshankar-Sri Anandpur Sahib road around 6.30 am today. A speeding truck hit the boy from behind. He died on the spot after being crushed under the vehicle. After the accident, truck driver fled from the spot. On receiving the news of boy’s death, his angry relatives and Kin of the deceased and residents protest outside police station in Garhshankar on Thursday; and (inset) victim Ankit. TRIBUNE PHOTOS BLOCKADE LIFTED AFTER REGISTRATION OF FIR ■ Family members of the deceased and residents of the area blocked road outside police station for two hours area residents blocked the road in front of the police station and raised slogans against the Punjab Government and the local MLA. After two hours of blockade, Station House Officer Gurinderjit Singh Nagra ■ The blockade was lifted after truck driver was arrested ■ An FIR was registered against the driver and truck owner told the protesters that a case had been registered against the truck owner and its driver Paramjit Singh. Later, the protesters lifted the road blockade. The victim’s mother Seema and relatives told the police that Ankit was going to play football at the Government School around 6.30 am as usual. When he reached near the Civil Hospital, a speeding truck ran over him and he died on the spot. Ankit’s father Suresh Kumar had died around six months ago. During the protest, Ravinder Neeta, comrade Gurnek Singh Bhajjal, comrade Kulbhushan Kumar, and Garhshankar Bar Association president Pankaj Kripal condemned the administration and the police for not taking strict action even after people were crushed to death by speeding heavy vehicles. They demanded adequate compensation for the family of the deceased. Station House Officer Gurinderjit Singh Nagra said truck driver Paramjit Singh was arrested. He said a case had been registered against the truck owner and driver under Sections 427, 279 and 304-A of the Indian Penal Code at the Garhshankar police station. Admn to distribute saplings at 181 polling booths Jalandhar, June 13 Deputy Commissioner Dr Himanshu Aggarwal today urged non-governmental organisations (NGOs) to play an active role in the socio-economic development of Jalandhar district. During a meeting with representatives of prominent NGOs, Dr Aggarwal commended their involvement in spreading awareness among voters and facilitation during the recently held Lok Sabha elections. He invited NGOs to join a major plantation drive aimed at transforming Jalandhar into a clean and green district. He announced an ambitious plan to plant 4.5 million saplings during the monsoon season, emphasising on the significant role NGOs could play in this environmental initiative. The administration would distribute saplings among voters across 181 polling booths during the upcoming bye-election in Jalandhar West Assembly constituency as part of the green initiative. The DC also called upon NGOs to collaborate with the administration in initiatives aimed at eradicating social inequalities. Inderdev Minhas, secretary, Red Cross Society, along with representatives of various social organisations, attended the meeting. — TNS Jalandhar West by-election: Candidates can file nomination papers from June 14 to 21 Members of the Pendu Mazdoor Union Punjab during a protest march in Hoshiarpur on Thursday. TRIBUNE PHOTO Undeterred by extreme heat, workers of Pendu Mazdoor Union stage dharna at DAC Hoshiarpur, June 13 The Pendu Mazdoor Union Punjab held a protest march and staged a dharna today in front of the District Administrative Complex (DAC) here demanding registration of an FIR against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Tanda MLA Jasveer Singh Raja and his supporters under the SC and ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and other sections and for the release of jailed Dalit workers. The union members surrounded the gate of the DAC and staged a dharna in middle of the road for about four hours. Later, senior police officers held a meeting with union leaders. The police officers said valid demands of the union would be met. During the meeting, SP (D) Sarabjit Singh Bahia assured protesters that jailed union workers would be released by Tuesday after completing all the formalities. After the meeting, the union lifted its dharna at the DAC. The union said in case their jailed workers were not released, they would stage a permanent protest dharna in front of the SSP’s office after 10 days. Earlier, protesters gathered near the parking lot of the old courthouse, from where they marched towards the protest site in front of the SSP’s office. When the police stopped protesters by closing the DAC gate, the latter sat in middle of the road and staged a dharna. Hundreds of labourers and others participated in the dharna. State union president Tarsem Peter, state press secretary Kashmir Singh Ghugshore and land acquisition struggle committee president Mukesh Malod said under the pressure of the AAP’s Tanda MLA, the police acted illegally on May 20 and imprisoned Dalit workers of the area so as to deprive them of their land. They said the union was raising its voice to remove illegal encroachments from the allotted land of the state government and give its ownership rights to Dalits. They alleged that AAP MLA Jasveer Singh Raja and his supporters during the election campaign at Tahli village had misbehaved with Dalit workers when they asked questions about land encroachment. Despite several complaints, the police did not take action against Raja and his supporters, they said. They said under the MLA’s pressure the police bullied Dalit workers and sent them to jail in a false case. They also asked the administration to make public a video footage of the gurdwara at the time of the incident in which the MLA could be seen pushing a Dalit leader. — OC Jalandhar, June 13 The Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued the programme for holding bypoll in Jalandhar West (SC) Assembly constituency. The candidates, who want to contest the bypoll, can file their nomination papers with the Estate Officer, Jalandhar Development Authority (JDA), the Returning Officer for the constituency, between 11 am and 3 pm on any of the notified days other than a public holiday from June 14 to June 21. A spokesperson said scrutiny of nominations would be done on June 24 (Monday). The spokesperson said the last date for withdrawal of candidatures was June 26 (Wednesday). The bypoll would be held on July 10 (Wednesday) and votes would be counted on July 13 (Saturday). He further said, “The polling would be held from 7 am to 6 pm. The nomination papers are to be filled in Form 2B. Blank forms are available with the Returning Officer-cumEstate Officer, JDA. Typed nomination papers will also be accepted provided they are in the prescribed format.” He said, “In order to qualify for the Assembly (Vidhan Sabha) seat, a candidate should be registered as an elector in any constituency of the state. To satisfy the Returning Officer concerned on this point, candidates should produce a certified copy of the relevant entry of the electoral roll in force.” He said, “June 15 being third Saturday is not a holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. Therefore, nomination papers can be presented to the Returning Officer on that day. June 16 being Sunday is a holiday under the Negotiable Despitedaytimeentryban,heavyvehicles ply on city roads causing traffic hazards Police say special drive to be launched to check violators Avneet Kaur Tribune News Service Jalandhar, June 13 Despite numerous accidents involving heavy vehicles on city roads, the authorities seem to have learnt nothing. Heavy vehicles continue to move freely, flouting the daytime entry ban. Trucks and tipper trucks, among other heavy vehicles, are a common sight on roads, highlighting the lack of law enforcement. A day earlier, a father and son lost their lives after being crushed by a tipper truck near Nakodar Chowk. Shockingly, these vehicles were still plying today during the daytime, even with the traffic police deployed in several areas. The apparent indifference of the law enforcement agencies was alarming, say residents. City industrialists say they had repeatedly raised concerns about the dangers posed by the illegal parking and movement of heavy vehicles. “Despite frequent appeals, the traffic police A truck plies on a road flouting the daytime entry ban in Jalandhar. have failed to take action against offending drivers. Transport Nagar, developed by the Jalandhar Improvement Trust in 1994, was intended to centralise transport activities and restrict the movement of heavy vehicles within the city. However, many transporters have relocated their booking offices and warehouses to the Industrial Area and Patel Chowk, worsening traffic congestion in these areas,” they said. Rajan Sharda, an industrialist, noted that trucks were c m y b often parked haphazardly in the middle of roads, showing a blatant disregard for the law. “This reckless behaviour has led to numerous accidents and fatalities in the recent past,” he said. Sharda mentioned that a joint delegation of industrialists took up the issue with the city police, Chief Minister’s Office and the General Manager of the Industries Department. The Industries Department issued a letter to the Continued on page 2 Instruments Act, 1881. Therefore, nomination papers cannot be presented to the Returning Officer on that day.” “Similarly, June 17 is a holiday on account of Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881. Therefore, nomination papers cannot be presented to the Returning Officer on that day,” he added. He said, “The Model Code of Conduct has come into force in West Assembly segment from June 10. The code would remain in force till the completion of the election process by July 15.” — TNS DCordersregistrationofFIRs against people indulging in illegal mining in district Tribune News Service Jalandhar, June 13 Deputy Commissioner (DC) Dr Himanshu Aggarwal today directed officials of the mining and the police departments to take strict action against illegal miners in the district. Emphasising on the zerotolerance policy, the DC highlighted the urgent need to curb the illegal activity. Dr Aggarwal said under Section 21 of the Punjab Mining and Mineral Act, 2013, a total of 19 FIRs had been registered this year against individuals involved in illegal mining. He said, “This Act provides for imprisonment of up to five years, a fine of up to Rs 5 lakh, or both. Besides, a total penalty of Rs 20.05 lakh has already been recovered from violators.” The DC also sought detailed status reports from relevant departments on pending cases against illegal miners to develop a multifaceted strategy for stringent enforcement of the Act. He stressed on the importance of accelerating the recovery of pending penalties imposed on illegal miners. He said officials concerned would be held responsible in case illegal mining activities were detected in the district. He instructed officials to expedite the auction of seized vehicles in accordance with the policy guidelines at the earliest. “This measure aims to deter illegal activities by ensuring that confiscated assets are promptly and transparently disposed of as per rules,” the DC added. Officials present at the meeting included Amanpal Singh, SDM, Phillaur, Rishab Bansal, SDM, Shahkot, Dr Jai Inder Singh, SDM-1, Balbir Raj Singh, SDM-2, and other representatives from the police and the mining departments. Dr Aggarwal’s directive marks a significant step towards eradicating illegal mining in Jalandhar and reinforcing dedication to uphold environmental standards. This proactive approach aims to ensure sustainable development and protection of natural resources, benefiting the community at large. Man jumps from third floor of building, dies Jalandhar, June 13 A tragic incident unfolded at residential society Jalandhar Heights 1 on the 66ft road as a businessman, identified as Tarun Marwaha, allegedly died by suicide after jumping from third floor of the Block A. The incident took place on Thursday evening. Eyewitnesses reportedly saw the deceased soaked in blood and attempted to rush him to the hospital. However, he succumbed to his injuries before medical assistance could be provided to him. They said Marwaha had parked his car and told passersby that he had to meet someone in Block A. Shortly after, he was seen jumping from the third floor of the building. Sub-inspector Sarabjit Singh of the Sadar police station, said, “We received information about suicide in the evening. Upon arriving at the spot, we took possession of the body and shifted it to the Civil Hospital.” He said an investigation was underway to find the circumstances which forced the businessman to take the extreme step. — TNS Jalandhar MP-elect Charanjit Singh Channi at a rally in Sarmastpur village of Kartarpur on Thursday. MALKIAT SINGH Channi on a thanksgiving spree after winning polls Boostsworkers’moraleforpanchayatelections Jalandhar, June 13 Having recently won with a thumping margin of 1.76 lakh votes in the recently-concluded Lok Sabha elections, Jalandhar MP elect Charanjit Singh Channi held his second thanksgiving rally at Kartarpur near here. He had organised his first rally in Nakodar from where he had won with a margin of over 20,000 votes. The programme was organised by Kartarpur halqa incharge and retired DCP Rajinder Singh. Party leaders, including former Kartarpur Improvement Trust Chair- man Rana Randhawa and Youth Congress leader Honey Joshi, were among those who coordinated the event. Addressing the gathering, former CM Channi thanked the gathering of 1,000 workers and supporters, who had come from 180 villages, falling in the Assembly segment. He thanked them for keeping him up by 16,000 votes in the segment against the AAP rival. Channi boosted the morale of candidates for sarpanch, panch and block samiti Continued on page 2
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