Chandigarh: Haryana CM Nayab Singh has directed the officers of Transport Department to accelerate the distribution of HAPPY (Haryana Antyodaya Parivar Parivahan Yojana) cards so that the people covered under this scheme can avail the benefit of free bus travel.The CM gave these instructions during a review meeting of the Transport Department held here today. Transport Minister Aseem Goyal was also present at the meeting.
On being inquired by CM regarding the status of HAPPY Card distribution, officers reported that about 3.25 lakh cards have already been distributed, a total of 10 lakh cards have been printed and these will also be distributed soon.The CM directed to launch a dedicated campaign to expedite the distribution process for covering the remaining beneficiaries. He further directed the deployment of additional workforce for this purpose.
During the review of the concessional bus pass facility provided to 42 different categories by the Haryana Transport Department, CM suggested that although the State Government has started the facility of Haryana Roadways buses for the service of the general public, the department should explore avenues for generating additional revenue through commercial activities at bus stands and other feasible means.
The CM also instructed swift resolution of complaints raised through Jan Samvad and CM Window, related to the department, on priority basis emphasizing zero tolerance for delays. He also called for the formulation of a special policy ensuring immediate treatment for individuals injured in road accidents in the state, aiming to eliminate any financial barrier to medical care.