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All-time high turnout of women in Haryana
10 booked for poll-related violence
After endless campaigning, it’s leisure time for
candidates
Pain killers disappear from chemists’ shops
Villagers resent poor civic amenities
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State-level IMA conference today
Case registered against soldier after labourer dies
5 injured as auto overturns
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All-time high turnout of women in Haryana
Chandigarh, February 5 As many as 54.33 per cent women electors had exercised their franchise in 1968 Assembly elections, followed by 67.10 per cent in 1972, 60.98 per cent in 1977 and 67.41 per cent in 1982. Similarly, in 1987, 67.53 per cent women voters cast their vote, followed by 62.76 per cent in 1991, 68.64 per cent in 1996 and 67.85 per cent in the last Assembly elections held in 2000. In seven Assembly constituencies more than 80 per cent women exercised their franchise this time. These constituencies are Narwana-87.063 per cent, Rori-87.06 per cent, Chhachhrauli-84.68 per cent, Darba Kalan-84.18 per cent, Bhattu Kallan-83.17 per cent, Sadhaura (SC)-80.63 per cent and Pai-80.41 per cent. While Narwana has recorded the highest turnout of women voters as 87.063 per cent of them cast their vote, Gurgaon recorded the lowest turnout for women voters as only 44.15 per cent women exercised their franchise when polling was held on February 3. Gurgaon also recorded the lowest voter turnout among male voters as their percentage was 51.27. This constituency also witnessed the lowest total voter turnout of 47.96 per cent. The Rori Assembly constituency has recorded the highest 88.01 per cent voter turnout and also the highest male voter turnout of 82.82 per cent. Narwana was followed by Rori where 87.06 per cent of the women voters cast their votes. The women turnout in the other constituencies was Chhachhrauli -84.68, Darba Kalan-84.18, Bhattu Kallan- 83.17, Sadhaura (SC)-80.63, Pai-80.41, Safidon-79.86, Radaur (SC)-79.80, Nilokheri-78.82, Pundri- 78.31, Indri-78.12, Fatehabad-78.04, Ghirai-77.98, Meham-77.51, Narnaud-77.35, Uchana Kalan-77.34, Naraingarh-77.32, Tohana-77.29, Adampur-77.21, Badhra-76.97, Loharu-76.51, Ellanabad (SC)-76.33, Naggal-76.31, Jatusana-76.31, Gulha (SC)-76.22, Dabwali (SC)-76.20, Ateli-75.99, Samalkha-75.90, Mullana (SC)-75.81, Jagadhri-75.71, Barwala-75.57, Pehowa-75.38, Shahabad-75.36, Hansi- 74.92, Julana-74.80, Kalayat (SC)-74.76, Tosham-74.66, Mahendergarh-74.46, Gharaunda-74.43, Ratia (SC)-74.38, Beri- 74.37, Bawani Khera (SC)-74.33, Rajound-74.16, Jind-74.06, Thanesar-74.00, Dadri-73.97, Kailana-73.89, Mundal Khurd-73.40, Baroda (SC)-73.35, Nauthla-73.27, Rewari-73.04, Narnaul-72.85, Salhawas-72.83, Bawal (SC)-71.90, Sohna-71.63, Sirsa-71.62, Rai-71.31, Rohat-71.24, Kalanaur (SC)-70.34, Badli-70.18, Assandh (SC)-69.64, Kaithal-69.39, Hassangarh-69.11, Gohana-68.83, Taoru-68.26, Hathin-68.20, Nuh-67.77, Jundla (SC)-67.57, Kiloi-66.80, Ambala Cantt-66, Ferozepur Jhirka-65.88, Palwal-65.24, Hisar-65.10, Jhajar (SC)-65.10, Yamunanagar-64.82, Bhiwani-64.65, Bahadurgarh-63.42, Sonepat-62.63, Kalka-62.46, Rohtak-62.39, Panipat-61.56, Hassanpur (SC)-61.09, Karnal-60.47, Ambala City-59.93, Pataudi (SC)-58.09, Ballabgarh-56.79, Faridabad-48.52, Mewla Maharajpur-47.54 and Gurgaon-44.15. |
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10 booked for poll-related violence
Panipat, February 5 The Gohana police booked Malik’s sons Arun, Atul and his supporters Rajesh, Dinesh and Ashok on the complaint of Randhir Singh
Lathwal, Sarpanch of Mundlana village. In his complaint, the sarpanch levelled allegations of an assault on several Congress workers with iron rods near a polling booth in a government school of the village. The sarpanch, Mr Amarjeet Singh Dhillon, and three other Congress workers had been injured in the attack. They had been admitted to the local public health centre, from where they were discharged later on. An FIR under Sections 148, 149, 325 and 506 of the IPC had been lodged against the accused. Similarly, five supporters of Independent candidate from Panipat have been booked on the charge of beating some Congress workers near booth number 107. An FIR under Sections 148, 149, 188 and 171 C of IPC has been filed at Model Town police division against Jain’s supporters Subash,
Devneder, Jogender, Rohit and an unknown person on the complaint of a Congress worker
Ravinder. |
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INLD candidate’s sons booked for rioting
Sonepat, February 5 According to the police, Arun and Atul, sons of Mr Malik, Rajesh, Dinesh and Ashok have been charged with rioting, intimidation and causing injuries to five persons, including Mr Randhir Singh Lathwal and Mr Amarjit Dhillon, supporters of the Congress candidate. All injured persons were rushed to the Community Health Centre at Gohana where they were discharged after first-aid. |
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Repoll ordered in 6 polling booths
Chandigarh, February 5 She said a repoll had been ordered at four polling stations No. 18-Dighal, 22-Dighal and 24-Dighal and 96-Birdhana in the Beri Assembly constituency in Jhajjar district. The other polling stations where repoll will be held are 10-Kot in the Mewla Maharajpur Assembly constituency and 84-Pengaltu in the Hassanpur (SC) Assembly constituency in Faridabad district. |
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MP’s grandson booked in accident case
Fatehabad, February 5 The police, who had earlier registered a case against some unidentified driver, had to book Amandeep Singh after a hue and cry was raised over the incident. The suspect was, however, released on bail by a local court today. The incident occurred on Wednesday night. It is learnt that Gurdev Singh, a resident of Mohamadpur Sottar village, and his nephew, Bhagwan Das, were going to Rattia town on Wednesday night on their motor cycle. Jaswant Singh, a resident of Rattia sought lift on their bike. When they reached near Lions Bhavan in Rattia, a speeding Maruti gypsy knocked them down. Jaswant Singh died on the spot while the other two were injured seriously. Gurdev Singh succumbed to his injuries today. The occupants of the Gypsy fled leaving the vehicle at the accident site. Eyewitnesses said the Gypsy was being driven by Amandeep Singh, grandson of the Congress MP. Rattia is the hometown of the Congress MP and his son, Gurdip Singh Gill, was the Congress nominee from the Rattia (Reserve) constituency during the recently concluded Assembly elections. Though the victims had named Amandeep Singh in their complaint yesterday, the police registered a case against some unknown driver. Even Mr Gill had denied the involvement of his kin in the incident, when mediapersons inquired about the incident yesterday. The local people had expressed resentment over the police action. However, the police today arrested Amandeep Singh and produced him before a local court. Amandeep Singh has been booked under Sections 279, 337, 338, 304-A and 427 of the IPC. The suspect was released on bail by the local court.
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Anil Vij case: BJP
seeks strict action
Ambala, February 5 Ambala Cantonment BJP leader Dr K.D. Sharma said the ‘age’ of injury sustained by Mr Vij should be examined. “I believe that the injury for which he is now undergoing treatment was sustained on January 1. On that day, he had sustained injury on the hand and this is on record,” he said. He said there were processes through which the exact age of the fracture could be ascertained. “From the information available, we can make out that there is injury. However, that injury did not take place on the night of February 2,” he opined. He said Mr Anil
Vij, along with his two brothers, had severely beaten up three BJP activists. “Mr Sudershan
Bindra, Mr Gulshan Sehgal and Mr Raman Kohli were beaten up by Mr Anil Vij and his associates. The police should take strict action in the matter. If the police buckles down under pressure from Mr Anil Vij and does not faithfully pursue the matter, we will hold demonstration,” he said. He said the liquor bottles found in the vehicle had been planted by Mr Anil Vij and his associates. “We have already informed the Election Commission about the incident. We have full faith in judiciary and I am sure that justice will be done,” he said. |
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After endless campaigning, it’s leisure time for
candidates
Ambala, February 5 Unlike the past couple of mornings when the candidates would be on their toes, all set to woo the voters, yesterday saw the candidates spending time at their homes, getting up late and enjoying an unhurried breakfast. Congress candidate from the Ambala cantt constituency Devender Bansal said he got time to spend with his family members. “The last few days had been extremely busy. Today, I have interacted with Congress workers and took stock of the past few days. I would like to express my gratitude to the Congress activists and the voters for their cooperation,” he said. INLD candidate from the Naggal constituency Jasbir Mallour said he got up late this morning. “I enjoyed my sleep. There was no disturbance and no stress. I have enjoyed my breakfast and now I will meet my workers,” he said. He said his throat had got some rest after a long time. “My voice has become hoarse from speaking constantly. But I am already feeling much better,” he said. Mr Mallour was yet to take a shower at 9.30 am when Chandigarh Tribune met him at his residence. BJP candidate from the Ambala city constituency, Ms Veena
Chibber, said she was enjoying her rest period. “The past few days had been very hectic. I slept at night. I have had an extensive interaction with my family members,” she said. “I enjoyed spending time with my grand daughter,” she added. Congress candidate from the Naggal constituency and former Haryana Minister Nirmal Singh said after nearly six weeks, he went to play basketball. “I love playing basketball and I could go to the basketball court today. I am feeling recharged after sweating it out on the basketball court,” he said. Mr Nirmal Singh said after basketball practice, he enjoyed a hearty breakfast. “I am going to meet workers throughout the day. In a day or two, I am planning to go to my stud farm,” he said. Congress candidate from the Ambala city constituency, Venod Sharma spent time with his family members and close friends. Two of Mr Sharma’s old friends, Mr Ravinder Pippat and Mr Pappu Malhotra, had come to meet him and he interacted with them. Mr Sharma watched an old Hindi film and spent time with his granddaughter
Ridhi. Thereafter, he left to attend social functions. While Independent candidate from the Ambala Cantt constituency Anil Vij is recuperating in a hospital, BJP candidate from the same constituency Ravi Sehgal was busy meeting
workers.
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Pain killers disappear from chemists’ shops
Rohtak, February 5 The reason for the shortage is that these drugs are classified under the narcotics category and chemists and druggists have to follow a strict yet impractical procedure for storing and selling these drugs. Though these rules have been in force since long, it is only recently that the Narcotics Bureau has begun strict enforcement of the procedure. Rule 67 of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act prescribes that the chemist selling these prescribed drugs should prepare three copies of a prescribed form. Two of these have to be sent to the narcotics authorities and one duly acknowledged copy of the same has to be retained by the chemist for two years. Chemists say it is impossible to follow the prescribed procedure. These generic drugs include morphine, codeine, chlordize oxide, diazepam, lorazepam, nitrazepam, flurazepam, and alprazolam to name a few. Several leading pharmaceutical companies produce over 3000 formulations of these drugs. The popular brand names are: Trika, Alprax, Fortwin, Calmpose, Librium and Butrum. Most of these are used for treatment of hypertension and depression. Other uses include post-operative and post-natal care. Fortwin is used for treatment of acute pain following major surgery and trauma. Enquiries reveal that the All India Organisation of Chemists and Druggists — a representative body of retail and wholesale chemists — has directed its members not to stock and sell these drugs anymore till the bureaucratic procedures are simplified or many of these drugs are taken out of the purview of the NDPS Act. The AIOCD has asked chemists to clear their existing stocks by February 10 after which it has imposed a ban on selling these formulations. It has also asked wholesale chemists not to purchase these drugs from the manufacturers after February 10 with an advisory that they too clear their stocks by then. Mr I.D. Aghi, a leading local chemist and a former president of the local chemists association, said they had already exhausted their stocks because they had been stocking only the bare minimum quantities for the past few months. The shortage had hit this town most as the state’s only Post Graduate Institute of Medical Sciences is located here. It attracts patients from the entire state. He said the AIOCD had imposed the ban because a number of chemists in Delhi had been booked for not following the procedure. They said the NDPS Act was a “draconian” legislation which was now being misused by dishonest officials to arm twist druggists. Doctors are also in a fix. They say these drugs are prescribed in routine and their non-availability has created a big problem for the patients. Although the local PGI gets some supplies from government sources, but only a miniscule number of patients get these drugs from there. A majority of patients are dependent on the private chemist shops. Meanwhile, drug industry sources said their apex body was already in touch with the Union Health Ministry on this issue. It had suggested that most of these drugs could safely be taken out of the purview of the Act.
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Villagers resent poor civic amenities
Kaithal, February 5 The bad link roads, poor sanitation, pot-holed internal village roads, poor drainage system, shortage of drinking water and lack of educational facilities were some of the problems faced by the villagers. Patti Afgan, a locality on the Kaithal-Patiala road adjoining this town, were a neglected look as most of the brick-lined roads were littered with garbage. The drains were choked with mud and overflowing at some places. The 6 km road leading to Sirta village from Kaithal was in a dilapidated condition with big potholes. The link road from Sirta to Manas village also exposed the efficiency of the department concerned as the road users have to feel big jerks while driving on this road due to its poor condition. The residents of Manas village complained of incomplete school building poor drainage system and deteriorating condition of roads. The residents also complained of poor sanitation and lack of drinking water facility. The link road from Manas to Baba Ladana too was pot-holed. A group of village residents told this reporter that number of persons had illegally occupied the village shamlat land and the panchayat and the authorities concerned had taken no action against the guilty. The residents also complained about the choked drainage system. They said the contaminated water from the choked drains had entered their houses and cattle sheds, but their grievances were yet to be redressed. The villagers termed the existing water supply arrangements inadequate and also questioned the wisdom of the government to start a canal-based water supply scheme in the village when there was shortage of canal water. The residents of Garhi Padla village complained that the village school was not upgraded and students, including girls, have to go to neighbouring villages or Kaithal for higher studies. They also pointed that the village school had no power connection till date which causes lot of inconvenience to the students and teachers. There was also shortage of drinking water in the village as one out of the two tubewells was not operational. |
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State-level IMA conference today
Hisar, February 5 More than 300 specialist doctors from various parts of the state as well as Delhi are expected to attend the conference. Specialists and super-specialists in various fields of medicine and surgery will deliver lectures and presentations on the latest research and technical advancements in their respective disciplines. The chairman of the academy, Dr
A.P. Setia, stated here today that the theme of the conference was "knowledge-sharing with experts at doorstep." The conference aimed at updating the knowledge and skills of doctors, he added. Dr Sanjay Sharma, secretary of the academy, said the participants would deliberate upon topics like angiography, management of stones, practical aspects of managing headache, laparoscopic surgery, metabolic disorders, colour doppler, infertility, blood transfusion and abdominal cancers. "An important aspect of the conference is that Dr
L.C. Gupta, who is a specialist doctor as well as qualified lawyer, will give tips to the participating doctors on various issues related to medico-legal cases," said Dr Inderjeet, organising chairman of the conference. Dr
S.K. Menon, president, Hisar chapter of the IMA, said Dr Sanjiv Malik, the national president elect of the IMA, would be the chief guest on this occasion. |
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Case registered against soldier after labourer dies
Ambala, February 5 The soldier, Naik Jagat Narain, was detained in the quarter guard of the unit where the incident took place. The labourer, Shravan Kumar, died in Chandigarh. As the news of Shravan Kumar’s death reached Ambala Cantonment, local labourers became agitated. They marched to the Commander Works Engineer’s office, near the Kali Paltan bridge, and demanded action. The labourers blocked traffic for a couple of minutes. Thereafter, the labourers decided to go to the unit where the incident took place. They reached the unit located near Chidiyanwala Lines and started shouting slogans against the Army. They demanded that the accused should be handed over to them. They alleged that the soldier had deliberately fired the shot at Shravan Kumar which had led to his death. They demanded that Shravan Kumar’s next of kin should be compensated. Thereafter, a delegation of the MES Builders Association of India, Haryana branch, led by its chairman, Mr L.C. Gupta, and the secretary, Mr Rajesh Jain, met the Army officer’s concerned. “We have spoken to the officer and we have given them a deadline of 48 hours to hand over Naik Jagat Narain to the civil police,” they said. “It is an unfortunate incident and the guilty should not be spared,” they said. “If the Army authorities do not take proper action, then we will launch an agitation. In any case, all Army and Air Force projects have been stopped by us for two days,” they added. Mr Lajja Ram, SHO, Ambala Sadar police station, said a case had been registered under Section 302 of the IPC. “A case has been registered. We are looking into different aspects of the case,” he said. “The soldier will be handed over to the civil police only after warrant is produced. It will not be possible for me to further comment on this issue,” he said. |
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5 injured as auto overturns
Sonepat, February 5 According to a report, the injured persons were identified as Ms Kamla and Mr Ram Lal of Kabirpur village, Mr Rajbir and Mr Sohan Lal of West Ram Nagar and Rajpal of Jatwara Mohalla. All the injured persons were immediately hospitalised and stated to be out of danger. It is stated that the three-wheeler was on its way to Narela. When it neared drain No. 6, a cow came in front of it and its driver lost control of the vehicle in a bid to save the cow. This resulted in the overturning of the vehicle. Passersby rescued the injured persons by pulling them out of the vehicle. |
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