Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini attended the Haryana Super-100 Felicitation Programme held in Chandigarh. Congratulating the meritorious students of the Haryana Super-100 Scheme on their outstanding achievements, he made two major announcements.
The Chief Minister said that 25 new centres would be added to the existing 103 centres being run under the Buniyaad Scheme, enabling a larger number of talented students across the state to receive quality academic guidance. He also announced that the Super-100 Centre in Kurukshetra would be provided with 100 new computers.
Union Minister for Power, Manohar Lal was also present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said that he could see before him the bright future of a new India. He said that the students of Haryana Super-100 had demonstrated through their hard work, determination and dedicated effort that they possess the ability to change the destiny of the nation.
He said that by clearing the IIT-JEE examination, regarded as one of the country’s most prestigious and challenging competitive examinations, these meritorious students had proved that if one’s resolve is strong, every obstacle can be overcome and exceptional results can be achieved.
The Chief Minister extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all the successful students, their parents and their teachers on this remarkable achievement.
He said that the Haryana Super-100 Scheme was launched with the conviction that financial constraints and lack of resources should never become obstacles in the path of any meritorious student. The objective of the scheme, he said, is to ensure that talented students across the state receive opportunities commensurate with their abilities. He added that the programme is fulfilling this objective by providing students studying in government schools, particularly those from rural backgrounds, with better opportunities to pursue higher education.
Expressing special satisfaction, the Chief Minister said that girls featured prominently among the successful candidates. He added that these young achievers would serve as a source of inspiration for other girls across the state and that their accomplishments were a matter of pride for society.
He also commended the teachers associated with the Haryana Super-100 programme, saying they had imparted not only classroom knowledge but had also awakened confidence and self-belief in the students, enabling them to scale new heights.
The Chief Minister said that Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has envisioned India becoming a developed nation by 2047. He added that the magnificent edifice of a developed India would be built by talented, capable and technologically proficient young people like the students present at the programme. Their intellect, innovation and spirit of discovery, he said, would play a vital role in realising the vision of Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, he said.
The Chief Minister expressed confidence that students of Haryana Super-100 would continue to bring laurels to Haryana and the nation at both the national and international levels through their talent, hard work and innovation.
Haryana Super-100 Has Emerged as a Powerful Platform for Talent; 534 Students Have Qualified in IIT and NEET Examinations- Union Minister Manohar Lal
Addressing the Haryana Super-100 Felicitation Programme, Union Minister, Manohar Lal said that after assuming office in 2015, his government had made merit the cornerstone of its efforts to reform the education system. The government’s clear objective, he said, was to ensure that every talented student received opportunities in accordance with his or her merit.
He said that his government had introduced a system of providing government jobs on the principle of “without expense and without recommendation” (bina kharchi, bina parchi), thereby ensuring a transparent and merit-based recruitment process. He added that the government had made talent and hard work the sole basis of success.
The Union Minister said that the Super-100 Scheme was launched through the joint efforts of the Haryana Government and Vikalp Foundation Director, Sh. Naveen Mishra with the objective of providing high-quality coaching for prestigious competitive examinations to meritorious students from economically weaker backgrounds.
He said that in 2018, the government provided 18,218 government jobs purely on the basis of merit, reflecting its commitment to a transparent and merit-based recruitment system.
Manohar Lal said that under the Super-100 programme, 534 students had so far qualified in prestigious competitive examinations such as IIT and NEET, bringing laurels to Haryana. He described this achievement as the result of the students’ hard work, the dedication of teachers and the government’s visionary initiative.
Congratulating all the students on their outstanding performance, the Union Minister wished them a bright future and also extended his heartfelt congratulations to their parents on this success. He expressed confidence that the Super-100 Scheme would continue to give wings to the dreams of Haryana’s talented students. He further said that the government had resolved to establish libraries in every village.
Principal Secretary, School Education Department, Vijay Dahiya, Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Yashpal Yadav, Director General, Secondary Education, Jitender Kumar, Director General, Information, Public Relations and Languages Department, K. M. Pandurang, Additional Director, Information, Public Relations and Languages Department Captain Manish Lohan, Media Secretary, Parveen Attrey, Director, Vikalp Foundation founder, Naveen Mishra, and several other senior officers also remained present on this occasion.
Energy Minister Anil Vij personally meets protesting electricity workers
Haryana Energy Minister, Anil Vij personally met thousands of protesting electricity workers who had gathered in Ambala from across the state, and his presence changed the atmosphere. The minister himself came amid the workers to receive their memorandum; he not only spoke with them but even added his name to their chants from the stage.
Known for his outspoken style, Anil Vij reached the site where members of the HSEB Workers Union were demonstrating near his residence in Ambala cantt. The Minister personally received the memorandum, which transformed the whole situation.
During this, Anil Vij told the workers that he had come himself to take their memorandum. After reaching Ambala and receiving the memorandum from the hundreds of employees who had come from all over Haryana, Anil Vij assured the electricity workers from the stage that a joint meeting of union leaders and departmental officials would be convened in the coming days to take action on their demands. He said the meeting would be held after a few days because his brother is currently admitted to PGI Chandigarh and the meeting will be arranged after his treatment.
On the workers’ demand for allowances, Energy Minister Anil Vij said he has already asked his office officials to prepare the relevant file and action will be taken on it.
Government’s aim is to Make All Land-Related Services Simple, Transparent and Timely- Chief Minister
Chief Minister Reviews Paperless Registration 2.0 and Auto-Mutation System
Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini said the State Government’s objective is to build a revenue administration system in which all processes related to the purchase and sale of land, property registration and mutation are simple, secure, transparent and completed within a stipulated timeframe. He said citizens and farmers should not have to make repeated visits to government offices and should be able to avail themselves of as many services as possible from their homes.
The Chief Minister said this during a review meeting held on late Thursday evening regarding the progress of the Revenue and Disaster Management Department’s Paperless Registration 2.0 and Auto-Mutation system at Chandigarh.
Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Rajesh Khullar, Additional Chief Secretary and Financial Commissioner, Revenue & Disaster Management and Consolidation Department, Dr Sumita Misra, Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Dr Yashpal and other senior officers also attended the meeting.
During the meeting, Dr Sumita Misra informed the Chief Minister that several significant improvements have been incorporated into Paperless Registration 2.0 based on suggestions received from citizens and other stakeholders. The application process has been further simplified to ensure that people do not face any inconvenience while registering property.
Under the new system, Aadhaar-based e-KYC, digital signatures and biometric authentication have been made mandatory, enhancing the security and authenticity of documents. Every registered document will also carry a QR code, enabling verification of its genuineness. In addition, a mechanism has been introduced under which 20 registration applications will be routed to the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) and another 20 to the District Revenue Officer (DRO) to further strengthen transparency.
The Chief Minister was further apprised that applicants will no longer be required to separately submit documents such as No Objection Certificates (NOCs) from the Department of Town and Country Planning, as verification will be carried out online through the concerned departments. Citizens will be able to track the status of their applications online and, if required, upload additional documents and e-stamps digitally. The system also allows a normal appointment to be upgraded to the Tatkal category whenever necessary.
The officers also apprised the Chief Minister about the increase in revenue following the introduction of the Tatkal registration facility.
Focus on Khata Kasht Cases; Explore Online Property Registration Facility for Overseas Haryana Residents
The Chief Minister directed officers to expedite work relating to the conferment of ownership rights in Khata Kasht cases.The Chief Minister was apprised that work in this regard is progressing continuously.
The Chief Minister also discussed whether Haryana residents living abroad could be provided with an option to execute property registrations online. He directed officers to explore the use of video calls and other modern technologies to facilitate such registrations.
The Chief Minister said that the reforms introduced by the department would make the entire process of property registration and mutation simpler, faster and more transparent. These measures would save both time and money for citizens, reduce unnecessary visits to tehsil offices and effectively curb fraudulent practices. He directed officers to ensure that the benefits of the new system reach every citizen of the State in a time-bound manner and that its implementation is carried out effectively.
The Chief Minister directed that all pending old mutation (Intkal) cases across the state be disposed of within the next one month. He further directed the officers to ensure regular and weekly monitoring of this work, along with continuous review of the progress.
The Chief Minister further said that if any officer or tehsil employee deliberately acts negligently or intentionally raises unwarranted objections in the property registration process, accountability must be fixed. He also directed officers to establish a robust monitoring mechanism to ensure strict compliance.
Haryana to Pay Highest Daily Wage of Rs. 409 Under Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin)- Krishan Lal Panwar
Development and Panchayats Minister Krishan Lal Panwar launches the VB–G RAM G scheme at Shahzadpur village in Kurukshetra
Prime Minister releases Rs. 590.19 crore and the Haryana Government contributes nearly Rs. 370 crore for the scheme
Minister suggests Rs. 2 lakh insurance cover, filling of vacant posts and inclusion of road maintenance works under the scheme
Haryana Development and Panchayats Minister, Krishan Lal Panwar said Haryana will provide the highest daily wage in the country at Rs. 409 under the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G). He said that wage payments, which earlier took up to 15 days, will now be made within seven days. If negligence on the part of any official is established, a penalty of Rs. 10,000 will now be imposed, replacing the earlier provision of Rs. 1,000.
To curb irregularities, Krishan Lal Panwar said biometric attendance at worksites will be mandatory for all labourers. He further stated that with the launch of the scheme, Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has released Rs. 590.19 crore as the Central Government’s contribution, while the Haryana Government, under the guidance of Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, has contributed nearly Rs. 370 crore.
Krishan Lal Panwar was addressing the State-level programme of the VB-G RAM G organised by the Haryana Rural Development Department at the auditorium of Shri Krishna AYUSH University in Kurukshetra on Thursday. On the occasion, he formally launched the VB-G RAM G scheme through the online system from the pond excavation work at Shahzadpur village in Kurukshetra. Union Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan also addressed the programme virtually.
Krishan Lal Panwar said the VB-G RAM G scheme was launched across the country on July 1, and the Haryana State-level launch was being held in the holy city of Kurukshetra. Eligible workers will be required to register online. After online registration, document verification and physical verification, employment will be provided within 15 days. Each eligible worker will be guaranteed 125 days of employment in a year. If employment is not provided within 15 days, the worker will get unemployment allowance. Wages under the scheme will be transferred directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts. Labourers will also be entitled to 60 days’ leave during the sowing and harvesting seasons.
*318 Categories of Works Can Be Undertaken Under VB-G RAM G *
Krishan Lal Panwar said the primary objective of the VB-G RAM G scheme is to provide employment to rural households, promote water conservation, develop natural resources and strengthen rural infrastructure. The scheme covers works related to water conservation and water security, rural infrastructure, agriculture and livelihood activities, climate change adaptation and disaster mitigation, animal husbandry, fisheries, storage facilities, rural markets and skill development.
He said 318 categories of works have been approved under the scheme, and the list of all such works has already been circulated to departmental offices across the state.
Three Lakh Women Have Become ‘Lakhpati Didis’ in Haryana
Krishan Lal Panwar said the scheme places special emphasis on women. Funds can be utilised for women’s training-cum-skill development centres as well as for their work-related activities. Haryana has around 70,000 Self-Help Groups (SHGs). Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini has set a target of creating five lakh ‘Lakhpati Didis’ in the state, of which nearly three lakh women have already achieved the milestone.
Congress Opposed the Bill in Parliament
Krishan Lal Panwar said that when the VB-G RAM G Bill was introduced in both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha, the Congress was the first opposition party to oppose it. He alleged that the Congress believes in opposing every good initiative. He added that VB-G RAM G is not a new scheme but dates back to 1960. Over the years, several positive changes have been introduced in the scheme, and the latest reforms are a continuation of that process.
Suggestions Placed Before Union Minister
Krishan Lal Panwar said that during a two-day workshop with Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, he placed several suggestions regarding the VB-G RAM G scheme. He suggested that works under Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-IV (PMGSY-IV) should be integrated with VB-G RAM G He further proposed that a separate budget should be earmarked for the maintenance of roads after their construction and that such maintenance work should be carried out through the scheme.
He also suggested that the 60 per cent labour component in the material payment provision should be kept separate. He urged the removal of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) restriction on removing trees standing in the middle of roads. Referring to the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and the Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana, he said that after the first instalment is released, there is often a considerable delay in the release of the second and third instalments, leaving the houses of poor beneficiaries incomplete. He urged that these instalments be released expeditiously. Krishan Lal Panwar also recommended that all vacant posts connected with the implementation of the scheme be filled at the earliest.
Krishan Lal Panwar further said that at present the scheme provides only Rs. 25,000 in the event of the death of a worker while on duty. He suggested that this provision be replaced with an insurance cover of Rs. 2 lakh so that the family receives adequate financial assistance in the event of any unfortunate incident. He pointed out that under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Evam Khetihar Majdoor Jiwan Suraksha Yojana, the Haryana State Agricultural Marketing Board already provides Rs. 5 lakh as financial assistance in the event of the death of a worker.
Government of India Approves Rs. 1,639.02 Crore Annual Work Plan for Haryana under Samagra Shiksha for 2026-27
The Project Approval Board (PAB) of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has approved the Annual Work Plan & Budget (AWP&B) of Rs.1,639.02 crore for Haryana under the Samagra Shiksha programme for the financial year 2026-27. The approval was accorded during the PAB meeting held on 5 June 2026 in New Delhi. The budget is approved in the ratio of 60:40 with Central share and State share.
The Ministry appreciated Haryana’s sustained progress in strengthening school education and improving educational infrastructure. As per UDISE+ 2024-25, all Government schools in the State have access to electricity and drinking water. Basic infrastructure has also achieved near-universal coverage, including toilets, handwashing facilities, and libraries or reading corners. The State has further achieved near-universal coverage of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) in Government and Government-aided schools. Haryana continues to perform better than the national average in student transition rates while maintaining dropout rates below the national average across the major stages of school education, reflecting sustained efforts to improve access, retention and continuity of learning.
The approved Annual Work Plan places a strong emphasis on improving the quality of school education through innovation, technology integration and learner-centric pedagogical reforms. It seeks to strengthen foundational learning, promote scientific temper and innovation among students, enhance digital readiness in Government schools, improve teaching-learning processes, and create engaging learning environments. The approved interventions are aimed at fostering creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities and 21st-century competencies among students in alignment with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
A notable feature of the approved Annual Work Plan is the inclusion of two innovative initiatives proposed by the State—SPRINT (Sports Preparedness and Resilience through Intensive Nurturing and Training) and provision of Band Sets in schools. The Project Approval Board has approved the implementation of the SPRINT programme with a financial outlay of Rs. 377.61 lakh covering all districts of the State. The initiative aims to identify and nurture sporting talent, strengthen students’ physical fitness, and promote a vibrant sports culture in Government schools.
Recognising the remarkable performance of Haryana Government schools in the Zonal Level School Band Competitions organised by the Ministry of Education over the past two years, the Project Approval Board has also approved Rs.44 lakh for the provision of Band Sets for selected Chief Minister Excellence and Early English (CMEEE) Schools, with one school in each district. The initiative is expected to promote discipline, teamwork, leadership and co-curricular excellence among students while strengthening school band activities across the State.
The Annual Work Plan also reinforces Haryana’s commitment to achieving Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) under the NIPUN Bharat Mission. The Project Approval Board has approved Rs.53.02 crore for FLN interventions during 2026-27 to strengthen foundational learning in Government schools. The approved interventions include teacher training, Teaching Learning Materials (TLM), student assessment, learning enhancement activities, and academic support to ensure that every child attains age-appropriate foundational literacy and numeracy skills by the end of Grade III.
The approved plan also lays significant emphasis on strengthening school infrastructure, improving equitable access to quality education, promoting inclusive education for Children with Special Needs (CwSN), strengthening girls’ education, expanding vocational education, enhancing teacher education and professional development, improving assessment practices, and reinforcing academic support through SCERT and 21 District Institutes of Education and Training (DIETs). These interventions are expected to further strengthen institutional capacity and improve learning outcomes across Government schools in the State.
Samagra Shiksha, Haryana is preparing a comprehensive implementation plan with clearly defined timelines to ensure the effective and time-bound execution of all approved interventions. The State is committed to the timely and optimum utilisation of the approved funds and to achieving the intended educational outcomes during the financial year 2026–27.
Haryana Chief Minister expresses profound grief over the demise of Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu
Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini expressed profound grief over the demise of Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu of the Punjab and Haryana High Court and paid rich tributes to the departed soul. He conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and prayed for eternal peace to the departed soul.
Meanwhile, on Thursday, the Chief Minister visited the residence of the late Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu in Chandigarh, where he met the bereaved family members and conveyed his deepest condolences.
Nayab Singh Saini said that Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu served the judiciary with utmost integrity, impartiality and dedication, upholding the highest constitutional and judicial values throughout his distinguished career. He said Justice Sindhu’s invaluable contribution to the justice delivery system will always be remembered and that his demise is an irreparable loss to the judicial fraternity and society.
The Chief Minister prayed to the Almighty to grant eternal peace to the departed soul and give strength and courage to the bereaved family to bear this irreparable loss.
Haryana CEO Urges Political Parties to Schedule BLA-BLO Meetings for Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls
Final publication of electoral rolls scheduled for September 22
Haryana Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), A. Sreenivas has called upon all recognised national and state political parties to organise meetings between their Booth Level Agents (BLAs) and Booth Level Officers (BLOs) as part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls being undertaken in the state in accordance with the directions of the Election Commission of India (ECI).
He said political parties should inform the election authorities in advance about the date and time of such meetings and ensure proper videography and photography of the proceedings. The Special Intensive Revision will continue till July 14, 2026, while the final electoral rolls are scheduled to be published on September 22, 2026.
A. Sreenivas was chairing a meeting with representatives of political parties on the SIR programme at his office in Sector 17, Chandigarh, on Thursday.
He informed the representatives that the Election Commission of India has notified the schedule for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. In cases where Enumeration Forms have not been received, Booth Level Officers may verify the status by making enquiries with neighbouring residents and record the likely reason as “absent”, “shifted”, “deceased” or “duplicate”, as applicable. BLOs have been directed to visit each such household at least three times to collect the required information.
He further said that booth-wise lists of voters whose names are not included in the draft electoral rolls will be displayed on the notice boards of Panchayat Bhawans, Urban Local Body offices, and Block Development and Panchayat Officer (BDPO) offices to ensure public access. The probable reasons for exclusion from the draft rolls will also be displayed.
The Commission has directed all Chief Electoral Officers to compile these lists and upload them in an accessible format on the CEO’s website. Similar lists will also be uploaded on the websites of the respective District Election Officers.
During the door-to-door enumeration exercise, BLOs have been directed to carry at least 30–40 blank Form-6 applications along with blank Declaration Forms (Annexure-4) to facilitate enrolment of new voters.
A. Sreenivas said that under Sections 17 and 18 of the Representation of the People Act, 1950, no person is entitled to be registered as an elector in more than one constituency. He added that BLAs may also collect Enumeration Forms from electors and submit them to the concerned BLOs.
He further stated that where voters have permanently shifted to another polling station due to employment, marriage or any other reason but have not yet got their names deleted from the earlier polling station, the Enumeration Form relating to such voters should be returned to the concerned BLO by a member of the family. He also clarified that if an elector is not present during the house-to-house survey, any adult member of the family may sign the form and hand it over to the BLO.
He said that electors falling under all such categories, including those who are deceased, will not be included in the draft electoral roll prepared during the Special Intensive Revision-2026.
A. Sreenivas informed the meeting that the last Special Intensive Revision in Haryana was conducted in 2002. Enumeration Forms can be downloaded from the official website. He also said that a dedicated 1950 Helpline has been established at all district headquarters and Assembly constituencies. The helpline will function in two shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Providing an update on the progress of the exercise, he said Haryana currently has 2,06,55,929 registered electors, of whom 7,563,762 Enumeration Forms have already been digitised. A total of 20,629 BLOs are engaged in the Special Intensive Revision exercise, with each BLO covering an average of 1,028 electors.
The Chief Electoral Officer said all Deputy Commissioners-cum-District Election Officers have been specifically directed to ensure that BLOs are able to access high-rise buildings and residential societies in Faridabad, Gurugram, Sonipat and Panchkula.
Reiterating the Commission’s commitment to a free and fair revision process, A. Sreenivas said officials engaged in the SIR exercise would not be subjected to any undue pressure and the exercise would be conducted smoothly. In accordance with the Election Commission’s directions issued to the Chief Secretaries of all states, no post notified as District Election Officer, Electoral Registration Officer or Assistant Electoral Registration Officer shall remain vacant. He further said that no officer or employee associated with the SIR exercise will be transferred without the prior approval of the Election Commission.
Additional Chief Electoral Officer, Ritu, Joint Chief Electoral Officers, Apurv, Raj Kumar Lohan, and representatives of various political parties were also present.
Haryana Creates New Posts, Appoints Two HCS Officers to Lead Land Aggregation for Proposed IMTs
In a move aimed at expediting the development of new industrial infrastructure, the Haryana Government has appointed two Haryana Civil Services (HCS) officers as nodal officers for land aggregation for the proposed Industrial Model Townships (IMTs) at Ambala and Naraingarh.
The appointments, made with immediate effect against newly created posts, were notified through an order issued by Haryana Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi.
According to the order, Darshan Kumar, Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil), Ambala, has been appointed as the Nodal Officer for land aggregation for the proposed IMT at Ambala. He will continue to discharge his existing responsibilities in addition to the new assignment.
Similarly, Shivjeet Bharti, Sub-Divisional Officer (Civil), Naraingarh, and Chief Executive Officer-cum-Executive Director, Naraingarh Sugar Mills, has been designated as the Nodal Officer for land aggregation for the proposed IMT at Naraingarh. She will also hold the additional charge alongside her present duties.
The creation of dedicated nodal posts is aimed at ensuring focused coordination for the identification and aggregation of land required for the proposed industrial townships, a key step in facilitating future industrial expansion and investment in the two regions
Haryana to Play a Leading Role in Realising the Vision of Viksit Bharat- Chief Minister
State’s new development trajectory will be driven by public participation and trust, says Chief Minister
Transparent policies and improved infrastructure strengthening investors’ confidence in Haryana-CM
Youth to receive industry-oriented skill training, startups and MSMEs getting special encouragement
Gurugram’s drinking water plan being designed to meet the city’s needs for the next 50 years, strong policies are the foundation of development, says CM
Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini said Haryana will play a leading role in realising Prime Minister, Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat-2047. Addressing a programme in Gurugram, he said that since the formation of Haryana in 1966, every government has contributed to the state’s development in its own way. However, the pace of development and work culture have undergone a remarkable transformation over the past nearly 11 years. He said Haryana has today established itself as one of the country’s leading states, and the government’s objective is to further accelerate this momentum of development. Industries Minister Rao Narbir Singh and Co-operation Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma was also present.
The Chief Minister said the Haryana Government is taking every section of society including youth, farmers, women and the poor along the path of development. He said the double-engine government has, over the past several years, established a transparent and people-centric governance system that has strengthened public confidence. This trust, he said, will serve as the foundation for taking Haryana to new heights of economic, social and industrial development.
Transparent policies and improved infrastructure strengthening investors’ confidence
The Chief Minister said the present State Government is promoting industrial growth through a participatory policy framework. He said that, for the first time, the State has introduced the practice of holding extensive consultations with industry representatives and stakeholders from various sectors before preparing the Budget, so that their needs and suggestions can be incorporated into policymaking.
Following the same approach, the government studied best practices from different Indian states and abroad before drafting the new Industrial Policy. Several rounds of consultations were then held with industry associations, and their recommendations were incorporated into the policy, making Haryana’s Industrial Policy more effective and aligned with investors’ expectations.
The Chief Minister said the government has set a target of attracting Rs 5 lakh crore in investment through the new Industrial Policy. Receiving investment proposals worth Rs 1.10 lakh crore on the very day the policy was launched, he said, reflects the growing confidence of the industrial sector in Haryana.
To facilitate investors, he said that the government has further simplified and strengthened the single-window clearance system so that all required approvals can be granted within 14 to 15 days. He added that work has begun on developing 10 new Industrial Model Townships (IMTs) across the state, with several projects already progressing rapidly.
Referring to his recent visit to Japan, the Chief Minister said Haryana also received investment proposals worth thousands of crores during the tour. The government’s objective, he said, is to provide world-class infrastructure and make Haryana the country’s most preferred destination for industrial investment.
New Industrial Policy to generate more employment
The Chief Minister said the new Industrial Policy provides higher incentives than before to industries that employ Haryana’s youth. The incentive has been increased from Rs 48,000 to Rs 1 lakh per eligible employee. Industries providing employment to persons with disabilities will receive an incentive of Rs 1.25 lakh. These measures, he said, will create greater employment opportunities at the local level.
Industry-oriented skill training for youth; special support for startups and MSMEs
The Chief Minister said the government has established close coordination between Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and industries so that young people receive training aligned with industry requirements. This will enable local youth to secure employment within the state while ensuring industries have access to a skilled workforce.
He further said the government is actively promoting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) as well as the startup ecosystem. The Budget includes special provisions to encourage research and innovation, enabling young entrepreneurs to transform innovative ideas into successful enterprises and create new avenues for self-employment.
Government focused on developing Gurugram into a world-class city
The Chief Minister said infrastructure development in Gurugram including roads, Metro connectivity, the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS), drainage and drinking water facilities is being expanded at a rapid pace. Long-term projects are being implemented keeping future requirements in mind, with the aim of developing Gurugram into a globally competitive modern city.
He added that, ahead of the monsoon, desilting of drains, installation of recharge systems and other necessary works have already been undertaken to minimise waterlogging and ensure smooth traffic movement during the rainy season.
Drinking water project being planned to meet Gurugram’s needs for the next 50 years, strong policies drive development
The Chief Minister said a long-term project is underway to meet Gurugram’s future drinking water requirements. Once completed, the project will ensure that the city does not face any drinking water shortage for nearly the next 50 years.
He said the progress of any state depends on the strength of its policies. Over the past several years, people-centric policies implemented by both the Central and Haryana Governments have led to significant expansion of infrastructure, increased investment and strengthened public confidence in the government.
Focus on crop diversification to enhance farmers’ income
The Chief Minister said the government is encouraging farmers to diversify beyond traditional crops by adopting horticulture and other high-value crops. At the same time, sustained efforts are being made to enhance farmers’ income through procurement at the Minimum Support Price (MSP), promotion of natural farming, effective crop residue management and the establishment of processing units, he said. On this occasion MLA Smt Bimla Choudhary, Tejpal Tanwar, Mukesh Sharma, Media Secretary Parveen Attrey, Advisor Rajiv Jately also remained present.
Special Campaign to Be Launched to Make Haryana Drug-Free: Principal Secretary to CM Arun Gupta
Public Outreach to be Strengthened Through Marathons and Direct Interaction with Citizens Across Districts
Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Arun Gupta, said the Haryana Government will launch a special public awareness campaign to make the state drug-free. As part of the initiative, marathons will be organized in several districts and direct interaction with citizens will be undertaken to build greater public participation in the anti-drug movement.
Arun Gupta was chairing a meeting through video conference today with Deputy Commissioners and Superintendents of Police of all districts. Chief Minister’s Special Officer, Pankaj Nain, was also present during the meeting.
The Principal Secretary said that in accordance with the directions of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, efforts should be made to connect every citizen with this anti-drug campaign being conducted under the Haryana Uday Programme so that Haryana can be made completely drug-free. The government is committed to eliminating the menace of drugs from its roots and ensuring that the youth become active participants in nation-building.
He further stated that under Haryana Uday, and in line with the Chief Minister’s Community Policy and Outreach Programme, people across the state will be continuously sensitized and made aware about the harmful effects of drug abuse over a period of three months.
A state-level programme will be organized at Indradhanush Auditorium, Panchkula, on July 11, where direct interaction will be held with non-governmental organizations and representatives of drug associations. Similarly, a programme will be held at Madhuban on July 18 to interact with Station House Officers (SHOs) and MHCs from across the state.
Gupta informed that a state-level marathon will be organized in Faridabad on August 9. Similar marathons will be held in Yamunanagar on July 26, Rewari on September 6, and Mahendragarh on September 27. Young men and women participating in these marathons will act as ambassadors of the campaign and help spread awareness against drug abuse among the wider public.
He directed all Deputy Commissioners to ensure close coordination among various departments to make the anti-drug campaign a success and to maximize public participation in the initiative.
Nikshay Mitras can Play a Crucial Role in Making Haryana TB-Free- Health Minister Arti Singh Rao
Haryana Ranks Second in India in Registrations on ‘TB Mukt Bharat App’
Haryana Health Minister, Arti Singh Rao has appealed to people across the state to join the fight against tuberculosis by becoming Nikshay Mitras, urging citizens to actively support the government’s mission of making Haryana TB-free. She also called for the widespread adoption of the newly launched TB Mukt Bharat App, describing it as a key digital platform for strengthening community participation in tuberculosis elimination.
Addressing the media here on Thursday, the Health Minister said Haryana has achieved another significant milestone in the nationwide campaign to realise the Prime Minister’s vision of a TB-Free India. She said the Health Department has issued comprehensive guidelines to all 22 districts for large-scale adoption of the TB Mukt Bharat App, developed under the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP). The application brings TB patients, Nikshay Mitras, volunteers and health officials together on a single digital platform, making patient support and treatment monitoring more efficient.
Arti Rao said Haryana has recorded 32,643 registrations on the app so far, making it the second-highest ranked state in the country in terms of total registrations. Of these, 22,266 volunteers have registered to provide nutritional support through food baskets and psychosocial assistance to TB patients, while 1,997 Nikshay Mitras have signed up to adopt patients and extend nutritional as well as diagnostic support.
Highlighting the app’s features, the Minister said it includes ‘Khushi e-Sangini’, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot available in 12 languages. The chatbot provides information on TB symptoms, government welfare schemes and helps users locate the nearest TB testing centres through GPS-enabled services.
She said the application has been designed with a patient-centric approach. TB patients can log in using their Nikshay ID to access their personalised treatment chart. The app also features a daily medicine reminder system to improve treatment adherence and prevent interruptions in medication, a critical factor in successful TB treatment.
The Health Minister said the digital ecosystem has also opened avenues for corporate organisations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and individual citizens to contribute directly to the TB elimination campaign by registering as Nikshay Mitras and supporting patients with nutritional and diagnostic assistance. Volunteers can physically distribute nutrition kits, while geo-tagged and time-stamped photographs uploaded through the app ensure transparency and accountability in the delivery process.
She added that the general public can also use the application to learn about TB symptoms, preventive measures and dispel misconceptions associated with the disease, thereby promoting greater awareness and early detection.
National Health Mission (NHM) Haryana Mission Director, Dr. R.S. Dhillon said frontline healthcare workers, including Senior Treatment Supervisors (STS), Senior TB Laboratory Supervisors (STLS), TB Health Visitors (TBHV) and Community Health Officers (CHOs), have been specially trained to assist patients in downloading the app and activating daily medication reminders on their mobile phones.
Dr. R.S. Dhillon appealed to the public to download the TB Mukt Bharat App from the Google Play Store and participate actively in the campaign by becoming Nikshay Mitras. He urged citizens to remain vigilant about TB symptoms and contribute to the state’s efforts to eliminate the disease through community participation, adding that Haryana is determined to remain at the forefront of becoming the country’s first TB-free state.
Hryana to Hold Indian Army Recruitment Rallies in Four Phases from July 20; Chief Secretary Reviews State-wide Preparations
Haryana is set to host the Indian Army Recruitment Rallies under the Agnipath Scheme in four phases beginning July 20, with the state government putting in place an elaborate administrative and logistical framework to ensure the smooth conduct of one of the largest youth recruitment drives in the state. Reviewing the preparations today, Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi directed all departments to work in close coordination with the Army authorities and ensure that the recruitment process is conducted in a transparent, efficient and candidate-friendly manner.
Chairing a high-level meeting of the State Steering Committee, the Chief Secretary reviewed the recruitment calendar, district-wise preparedness and the responsibilities assigned to various departments. He said Haryana has a distinguished tradition of contributing to the country’s Armed Forces, and it is the responsibility of the state administration to provide every possible support so that aspiring candidates can participate in the recruitment process without any inconvenience.
Brigadier RS Chib, DDG, ZRO Ambala, informed that the first recruitment rally will be organised at Rohtak from July 20 to July 27, 2026, for candidates from Jhajjar, Panipat, Rohtak and Sonipat districts. The second rally will be held in Bhiwani from September 2 to September 18, covering Bhiwani, Charkhi Dadri, Mahendragarh and Rewari. The third rally will be at Ambala from October 12 to October 25, for candidates from Ambala, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Panchkula, Yamunanagar and Chandigarh, while the final phase will take place at Hisar between January to March 2027, covering Hisar, Hansi, Jind, Fatehabad and Sirsa. Candidates are advised to get in touch with AROs for further information.
The Chief Secretary undertook a comprehensive review of the arrangements required for the rallies, including venue preparedness, accommodation for candidates and Army personnel, security deployment, traffic regulation, transportation, drinking water, sanitation, uninterrupted electricity supply, medical facilities and ambulances at venue centres, fire safety and other essential civic amenities. He directed the Deputy Commissioners concerned to personally oversee the preparations and ensure that all arrangements are completed well before the commencement of the rallies. Regular coordination meetings with the Army Recruitment Organisation were also emphasised.
Rastogi directed the appointment of nodal officers in every district who will coordinate with the Army authorities, besides the logistical support to be extended for organising the rallies.
The meeting also deliberated on initiatives to encourage more young people to join the Armed Forces. A proposal to establish dedicated “Know Your Armed Forces” corners in Government Schools across Haryana was also reviewed. The Chief Secretary directed the Education Department to identify suitable space in schools, while the Zonal Recruiting Office would develop informative displays highlighting career opportunities in the Army and inspiring students to consider military service.
Rastogi also directed the Sainik and Ardh Sainik Welfare Department to develop a dedicated digital portal for creating and maintaining a comprehensive database of Agniveers. The portal will facilitate the collection of details related to their skills, qualifications, training, and experience, enabling better coordination with government departments, public sector undertakings, and private employers. This initiative aims to ensure enhanced employment and skill development opportunities for Agniveers after the successful completion of their four-year tenure in the Armed Forces.
Reiterating Haryana’s proud tradition of producing soldiers who have served the nation with distinction, Rastogi said the state government remains fully committed to extending every administrative and logistical support for the successful conduct of the recruitment rallies.
Additional Chief Secretary, Sainik & Ardh Sainik Welfare Department, Vijayendra Kumar, Principal Secretary, School Education, Vijay Singh Dahiya, Director General, Sainik & Ardh Sainik Welfare, Sanjay Joon, Director General, Information, Public Relations, Languages & Culture, K. Makarand Pandurang, and other senior officers were present in the meeting.
