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Bhagwant Mann Cabinet Approves Free Travel for Neet Re Exam Candidates

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The Punjab Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, approved several key initiatives aimed at boosting public welfare and economic growth. Major decisions include providing free bus travel for NEET re-exam candidates in Punjab and Chandigarh, alongside plans to fill numerous vacant government posts and promote sustainable energy projects.

Key points

  • Free bus travel was approved for NEET aspirants and one attendant traveling between examination centers in Punjab and Chandigarh on June 20-22.
  • The Cabinet sanctioned the filling of 1,013 vacant Lecturer Cadre posts and granted a five-year age relaxation for these positions.
  • Recruitment of 156 Junior Engineers (Civil and Electrical) was approved for the Public Works Department to improve departmental functioning.
  • Two Wet Waste Based Compressed Biogas (CBG) projects, each with a 100 TPD capacity, were approved for Patiala and Jalandhar.
  • Amendments to the Industrial & Business Development Policy, 2026, were passed to encourage investment and industrial expansion in Punjab.

Claims assessed

  • VerifiableThe Cabinet approved free bus travel for NEET candidates and one attendant traveling across Punjab and Chandigarh on June 20-22.
  • VerifiableThe government plans to fill 1,013 vacant Lecturer Cadre posts and has granted a five-year age relaxation for applicants.
  • Verifiable156 Junior Engineer positions were approved for the Public Works Department through direct recruitment by PSSSB.
  • VerifiableWet Waste Based Compressed Biogas (CBG) projects of 100 TPD capacity are slated for Patiala and Jalandhar.

Missing context

The article does not specify the total cost or funding mechanism for the free travel facility beyond stating that the Transport Department will bear the financial liability and be reimbursed by the Finance Department. It also lacks details regarding the specific criteria or timeline for the amendments to the Industrial & Business Development Policy, 2026.

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