Recent Developments in Kharar, Mohali & Chandigarh
1. School Bus Collision on Kurali Road
Two school buses collided head-on near Kharar, Mohali early Thursday morning due to dense fog and severely reduced visibility. The accident left five people injured, including three children and both drivers, who were rushed to nearby hospitals. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, and local authorities have advised commuters to exercise caution during low-visibility conditions.
2. AAP Wins Rural Polls in Mohali District
In Mohali news, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) secured a decisive victory in the rural polls, winning 24 out of 52 seats in the district’s Panchayat Samiti elections. The Congress followed with 14 seats, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) with 12, and independents capturing the remainder. This outcome reinforces AAP’s dominance in local governance and reflects voter preferences ahead of future state elections.
3. Chandigarh Crime & Safety News
Chandigarh continues its crackdown on organised crime with 732 drug-related cases registered and 835 arrests over the past six years, including significant property seizures and legal actions under the NDPS Act. Police efforts also involved freezing ₹15 crore in narcotics-linked assets as part of a wider anti-smuggling strategy.
4. Worker Protest at PGI Chandigarh
Contract workers at the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGI) have announced a hunger strike starting 23 December 2025. The protest arises from delayed wage agreement commitments, with workers demanding full arrears and additional benefits such as medical insurance and holiday bonuses.
5. New Critical Care Block Gets Green Signal
In Chandigarh news, the UT administration granted environmental clearance for a ₹200-crore critical care block at PGIMER, expanding advanced ICU and surgical facilities. The move is part of the broader Ayushman Bharat initiative to strengthen health infrastructure and cater to rising patient needs within the region.
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