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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Ludhiana MLA Rajinderpal Kaur Chhina, family hurt in car crash
Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Ludhiana South MLA Rajinderpal Kaur Chhina, along with her husband, son and a security man, sustained injuries when her SUV rammed into barricades on the national highway near Khanauri, Haryana, in the early hours of Wednesday. The condition of all occupants is stable though the MLA received 45 stitches, including on her face and head. Ludhiana South MLA Rajinderpal Kaur Chhina, along with her husband, son and a security man, sustained injuries when her SUV rammed into barricades on the national highway near Khanauri, Haryana, in the early hours of Wednesday. According to family members, the crash occurred due to alleged negligence of the driver, who is suspected to have fallen asleep at the wheel. MLA Chhina's husband Harpreet Singh said the family had initially planned to halt for the night at Punjab Bhawan after picking up the MLA from the airport as she had just returned from abroad. However, the driver reportedly convinced them to travel to Ludhiana at night. While travelling on the highway, which is under construction as part of the Bharat Mala Project, the driver allegedly failed to notice a diversion. Harpreet said that moments before the impact, the MLA's personal security officer (PSO) realised that the vehicle was not slowing down so he applied the handbrake. The SUV still collided with the barricades due to its speed. Harpreet said the PSO's quick action prevented a potentially fatal accident. The MLA suffered injuries to her jaw, ribs and legs; Harpreet sustained minor leg injuries and the PSO got his hand injured. The driver and the MLA's son escaped unhurt. Following the crash, the injured were taken to a hospital in Kaithal before returning to Ludhiana where the MLA received treatment at a private facility. Chhina said she was safe and recovering.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
State wildlife board approves proposals previously cleared
Jaipur: The 15th meeting of State Wildlife Board (SBWL), held under chairmanship of CM Bhajan Lal Sharma Monday, approved 65 wildlife-related proposals that were previously cleared through circulation, along with 24 new proposals. Among the key decisions was the approval of the alteration (rationalisation) of the boundary of National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary in Kota, extending from the hanging bridge to the Kota barrage. The board also cleared the diversion proposal required to establish a Nature Interpretation and Exhibition Centre at Ranthambhore Tiger Reserve. A senior official said other important approvals include the widening and strengthening of Myajilar-Jaisalmer section of NH-11, which passes through the Desert National Park and its Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ). Similarly, the Sundra-Myajilar section of NH-70, also passing through the Desert National Park's ESZ, will be upgraded to a two-lane highway with paved shoulders under the Bharat Mala Project. Re-approval was granted to the Kaliteer Lift Scheme in Dholpur, located within the National Chambal Sanctuary and the Dholpur Wildlife Sanctuary, the core area of the Dholpur Karauli Tiger Reserve. "The proposal was deferred earlier during the 82nd meeting of the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) held on March 12, 2025. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like They Were So Beautiful Before; Now Look At Them; Number 10 Will Shock You Reportingly Undo The state board has now given its nod," the official added. Further, the SBWL approved BSNL's plan to install mobile towers under the govt of India's 4G Saturation Project in several villages, including Chanangarh in Jaisalmer district, Kubariya, Manohar, and Hafiya in Barmer district, and Qila Kumbhalgarh in Rajsamand district. These installations, located near sensitive areas like thes Desert National Park, will be forwarded to the NBWL for final approval.
