Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said all suggestions received from the public and legislators will be seriously considered to prepare a budget that brings trust and hope to every citizen of Haryana. He said that IT and AI will play an important role in the preparation of the 2026–27 budget. Through the AI-based app launched on January 6 for pre-budget consultations, more than 9,000 suggestions have been received so far, and valuable suggestions will be incorporated into the budget, as was done last year.
The Chief Minister was addressing a pre-budget consultation meeting with ministers, Members of Parliament and Members of the Legislative Assembly on the Haryana Vision 2047 Action Plan in Panchkula on Tuesday. During the meeting, Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha MPs, MLAs and ministers gave detailed suggestions related to the budget.
The Chief Minister said that any citizen can submit suggestions to the government through the portal till January 31, and these suggestions will certainly be acted upon.
He said that these pre-budget consultation meetings began on January 6, 2026, in Gurugram, and the final phase has now been completed. So far, a total of 12 meetings have been held, during which discussions were held with about 1,597 stakeholders and 1,513 suggestions were received. These meetings were conducted with representatives from the industrial sector, education sector, women’s groups, health sector, farmers, sarpanches and councillors, youth and various organizations.
The Chief Minister said that this budget will not be the government’s budget but the budget of 2.80 crore people of Haryana. It will not be a document of numbers but a document of aspirations, serving as a strong bridge between present needs and future dreams.
He said that under the able guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the cooperation of public representatives and the trust of the people, the resolve of Viksit Bharat–Viksit Haryana 2047 will certainly be realized.
The Chief Minister said that over the past 11 years, governance has been made more transparent through e-governance, Direct Benefit Transfer and technology-based monitoring. However, when opposition leaders raise questions about Haryana’s financial condition, it appears that they are speaking not on the basis of facts, but out of apprehension and political frustration. The people of the state know the truth.
He said that all MLAs and MPs were invited to this pre-budget consultation meeting, but opposition leaders did not attend. Had they participated, they could have given constructive suggestions for Haryana’s development.
The Chief Minister said that during last year’s pre-budget consultations, 1,592 suggestions were received, out of which 706 suggestions were included in the budget. Of these, 651 suggestions were given by MLAs and MPs, and 254 of their suggestions were incorporated into the budget.
He said that the government’s effort is to ensure that the upcoming budget increases the income of every farmer in Haryana, makes agriculture a profitable occupation, promotes water conservation and encourages natural farming. New opportunities will be created for agriculture-based industries. An environment will be created so that the budget aligns with the dreams of youth and provides them with employment opportunities. Women empowerment should be an integral part of daily governance thinking. At the same time, efforts will be made to ensure that the benefits of government schemes reach the poor, deprived, backward and the last person in the queue with complete transparency.
The Chief Minister said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country is moving forward with the grand resolve of Viksit Bharat 2047. The Prime Minister has said that the next 25 years will be India’s Amrit Kaal — a period in which the life of every citizen will improve, opportunities will expand in every sector, and public welfare will be at the centre of every policy. Haryana is emerging as a strong pillar of this national resolve.
He said that the Prime Minister’s dream of a developed India can be realized only when state budgets are also aligned with the vision of Developed India. It is the government’s responsibility to translate this vision on the ground, and keeping this inspiration in mind, the Haryana Vision Document 2047 has been prepared.
Responding to a suggestion, the Chief Minister said that to provide better healthcare services, the Haryana Government is developing fully equipped hospitals in all 23 districts. These hospitals will have facilities such as MRI, CT scan, digital X-ray and private wards. So far, with the development of such hospitals in 10 districts, 48 percent of the Ayushman Bharat funds have been released.
The Chief Minister said that to promote natural farming, the government will establish Smart Zones on 1,000 acres of land. In these zones, farmers will be encouraged to practice natural farming without the use of fertilizers and pesticides. In addition, a separate budget provision of Rs. 100 crore has been made by the government under the PM Surya Ghar Yojana for installing solar plants of up to 3 kilowatts. Under this scheme, beneficiaries will no longer be required to pay the full amount upfront.
During the meeting, Transport Minister Anil Vij, Development and Panchayat Minister Krishan Lal Panwar, Industries and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh, Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda, Urban Local Bodies Minister Vipul Goel, Cooperation Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana, Public Works Minister Ranbir Gangwa, Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Krishan Kumar Bedi, Irrigation Minister Smt. Shruti Choudhry, Health Minister Arti Singh Rao, Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister of State Rajesh Nagar and Sports Minister of State Gaurav Gautam also gave suggestions. Several MLAs also offered valuable inputs.
Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Rajesh Khullar, Principal Secretary to CM Arun Kumar Gupta, Additional Principal Secretary to CM Dr. Saket Kumar, OSD to the Chief Minister Dr. Raj Nehru and other officers were also present at the meeting.
*Pre-budget consultations reflect a strong and healthy democratic tradition: Anil Vij*
*Solar panels should be installed on all government buildings across Haryana: Anil Vij*
Haryana’s Energy, Transport and Labour Minister Anil Vij said the state government’s tradition of inviting suggestions from all stakeholders before the budget reflects a strong and healthy democratic process. This ensures that the interests of every section of society are duly taken care of in the budget. In this direction, Vij today suggested making budgetary provisions for installing solar panels on all government buildings across the state and providing concessions on the purchase of electric vehicles.
Anil Vij was interacting with media representatives after the pre-budget consultation meeting held in Panchkula. He informed that Members of Parliament and Members of the Legislative Assembly presented their suggestions on various subjects during the meeting, which are being considered seriously.
The energy minister said that in his proposals, he has recommended special budgetary provisions for installing solar panels on the rooftops of all government buildings in the state, including government offices, schools, colleges, stadiums, as well as private schools, colleges and gaushalas. This initiative would not only promote clean energy but also reduce electricity expenditure and move Haryana forward on the path of green energy.
Along with this, he suggested providing concessions on the purchase of electric vehicles so that people are encouraged to shift towards environmentally friendly e-vehicles. He further said that modern charging stations should be established along national and state highways, where, besides vehicle charging, facilities such as refreshments, clean toilets and proper resting arrangements should be available, ensuring convenience for families during travel.
Vij said the Chief Minister himself has been interacting with people across the state to gather budget-related suggestions, and in the same sequence, all MPs and MLAs were also invited to the meeting. He said that opposition MPs and MLAs were also invited, but no representative from the opposition attended. He remarked that perhaps the opposition had nothing to say, whereas earlier they used to participate in such meetings.
Responding to a question regarding the lack of respect given to senior leaders in the Congress party, Vij said that Congress is gradually moving towards its final stage and its political existence is weakening.
Reacting to a recent statement made by Rahul Gandhi during his Kurukshetra visit, Vij said that the British and the Mughals left because they were foreigners, whereas the Bharatiya Janata Party is a party rooted in the soil of this country and was born on this land. He said that the BJP is carrying forward the nation’s culture, national spirit and ideology. He added that Congress was founded in 1885 by a foreign officer, A.O. Hume, to coordinate with the Britishers. He said that if foreign parties are to leave, it will be Congress that goes, not the BJP, as the BJP is continuously moving forward and will continue to progress.
*Haryana & Punjab CMs Hold Key Meeting on SYL Issue in Chandigarh*
*SYL meeting held in a positive and cordial atmosphere: CM Nayab Singh Saini*
*Consensus reached between both states to hold officer-level discussions on SYL issue*
An important meeting between the Chief Ministers of Haryana and Punjab was held on Tuesday in Chandigarh to discuss the SYL issue between the two states. The matter was discussed point by point in detail. Haryana’s Irrigation and Water Resources Minister Smt. Shruti Choudhry and Punjab Cabinet Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal was also present in the meeting.
After the meeting, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann briefed the media through a joint press conference.
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said this is the sacred land of the Gurus, and their teachings continue to be invaluable even today, serving as a guiding light for society and inspiring harmony, mutual respect, and constructive dialogue.
Nayab Singh Saini stated that the meeting was held in a very positive and cordial atmosphere. When discussions take place in a constructive environment, the outcomes are also meaningful.
The Chief Minister informed that, with mutual consent, both states have decided to hold meetings at the level of irrigation department officers for further detailed discussions on issues related to the SYL, so that practical and lasting solutions can be worked out.
He added that meetings are being held continuously in accordance with the directions of the Hon’ble Supreme Court, and today’s meeting was also organized in that spirit. Earlier as well, a meeting had been held with the mediation of Union Minister for Water Resources C.R. Patil.
During the press conference, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said that today’s meeting was held in a very positive atmosphere and it was agreed that officers of both states would first meet to discuss the issue.
On this occasion, Chief Principal Secretary to the Haryana Chief Minister Rajesh Khullar, Punjab Chief Secretary Sh. KAP Sinha, Additional Chief Secretary of Haryana Irrigation and Water Resources Department, Sh. Anurag Agarwal, and other senior officers of both states were present. In addition, the Advocate Generals of both states were also present.
*Administrative Reshuffle in Haryana, 6 IAS/IRPS Officers Transferred*
The Haryana Government on Tuesday transferred 6 senior IAS/IRPS officers with immediate effect. An order in this regard was issued by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi.
Sudhir Rajpal has been posted as Additional Chief Secretary, Home, Jails, Criminal Investigation and Administration of Justice Departments. He has also been assigned the charge of Additional Chief Secretary, Environment, Forests and Wildlife Department.
Dr. Sumita Misra has been appointed as Additional Chief Secretary and Financial Commissioner, Revenue and Disaster Management and Consolidation Department. In addition, she will hold the charge of Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare, Medical Education and Research, and Ayush Departments.
Arun Kumar Gupta will continue as Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, along with the additional charge of Additional Chief Secretary, Finance and Planning Departments.
Dr. Saket Kumar has been posted as Commissioner and Secretary, Urban Local Bodies Department, and Member Secretary, Kurukshetra Development Board, in addition to his present duties of Additional Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Commissioner & Secretary, Development & Panchayats Department and Managing Director, Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited.
Ram Kumar Singh has been appointed Special Secretary, Revenue and Disaster Management Department, and Additional CEO, Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority.
Vinay Kumar, IRPS, has been posted as Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Panchkula, District Municipal Commissioner, Panchkula, and Officer on Special Duty, Haryana Staff Selection Commission.
The Haryana Cabinet will meet under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini on February 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM in the main committee room, fourth floor, Haryana Civil Secretariat, Chandigarh.
*‘At Home’ programme organised at Haryana Lok Bhawan on 77th Republic Day*
*Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, along with ministers and officers, attended the event*
On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, an ‘At Home’ programme was organised at Haryana Lok Bhawan on Monday. Haryana Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh and Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini attended the programme and extended Republic Day greetings to the people of the state. Haryana’s First Lady Smt. Mitra Ghosh and the Chief Minister’s wife Smt. Suman Saini were also present on the occasion.
The ‘At Home’ programme commenced with the rendition of the National Anthem. Patriotic songs were played during the programme, and it concluded with the National Song.
On this occasion, Speaker of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha Harvinder Kalyan, Energy Minister Anil Vij, Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda, Cooperation Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma, and Member of Parliament Naveen Jindal were also present.
Besides them, former Army Chief V.P. Malik; senior IAS officers Vineet Garg, A.K. Singh, Anurag Agarwal, Vijayendra Kumar, Pankaj Aggarwal, Mohammed Shayin, Dr. Amit Kumar Agrawal; UT Chandigarh Chief Secretary H. Rajesh Prasad; Smt. Ashima Brar; Chandigarh Home Secretary Mandeep Singh Brar; Dr. Saket Kumar; Secretary to the Governor D.K. Behera; Aditya Dahiya; Vinay Pratap Singh; Smt. Priyanka Soni; Dr. Shaleen; Deputy Commissioner, Panchkula, Satpal Sharma; along with other officers and IPS officers were present.
Also present were Vice-Chancellor of Dada Lakhmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts, Rohtak, Dr. Amit Arya, and Vice-Chancellor of Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University, Hisar, B.R. Kamboj.
*Grand Republic Day celebration held in Panchkula, Governor unfurls the Tricolour*
*The Constitution has given the nation justice, liberty and equality: Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh*
*Haryana has made significant contribution to the nation’s progress: Governor*
*Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh honours achievers in various fields*
Haryana Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh said after Independence, India has established its identity as a strong nation on the world stage. He said our leaders, farmers, labourers, artisans and scientists have made a significant contribution to this achievement by working tirelessly day and night to take the country forward. He added that Haryana has played an important role in the nation’s progress.
The Governor was addressing the Republic Day function as the Chief Guest at the Parade Ground, Sector-5, Panchkula, today. Prior to this, he unfurled the National Flag, inspected the parade and took the salute during the march-past. On this occasion, the Governor’s wife, Smt. Mitra Ghosh, was also present.
Extending warm greetings and best wishes to the people of the state and the district on the auspicious occasion of Republic Day, Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh said that he also pays homage to the freedom fighters and martyrs whose sacrifices made this glorious day possible for us.
He said that on this very day our Constitution came into force, which granted us the fundamental rights of justice, liberty and equality. On this day, India became the world’s largest independent democratic republic. He said on this occasion he bows to the chief architect of the Constitution, Baba Saheb Dr. BR Ambedkar, and all the members of the Constituent Assembly. He said this historic day inspires us to build a strong nation and reminds us of those great personalities because of whom India became a republic. Leaders like Mahatma Gandhi, Subhash Chandra Bose, Lala Lajpat Rai, Sardar Patel and Dr. Rajendra Prasad made immense sacrifices for the country’s freedom.
The Governor said under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is progressing rapidly today. The country has successfully carried out missions such as Chandrayaan, Suryayaan and Mangalyaan. He said it gives him immense pride that the Freedom Struggle Memorial at Ambala, built in memory of the people of Haryana who played a role in the freedom movement, has been completed. Along with this, Haryana has also set new benchmarks in the fields of education, health and sports.
He said that it is a matter of pride that the youth of Haryana consider joining the armed forces an honour, which is why every tenth soldier in the Indian Army is from Haryana. He expressed gratitude to the brave soldiers who safeguard the nation’s borders. He said the state government has taken several important steps for the welfare of soldiers and their dependents. A separate Department of Sainik & Ardh Sainik Welfare has been constituted, and the assistance amount for soldiers martyred in war has been increased to Rs. 1 crore. Ten percent reservation in recruitment has been provided to Agniveers, and jobs have also been given to the dependents of the victims of the 1984 riots.
Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh said the state government is working on the principle of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas and Haryana Ek–Haryanvi Ek. With this vision, continuous efforts are being made for the development and welfare of Haryana and Haryanvis. He said that Haryana has progressed with harmony and balanced development, making people’s lives easier, safer and more convenient. Today, there is direct interaction between the public and the government, and the system has been simplified and made transparent through IT. As a result, benefits such as Shagun amount, pensions, BPL and Chirayu cards, and farmers’ crop payments are reaching eligible beneficiaries directly into their bank accounts with a single click.
Highlighting the government’s priorities, the Governor said that healthcare has been accorded top priority in Haryana. Free dialysis facilities are available for poor patients in all district hospitals, and citizens above 70 years of age are being provided Ayushman Bharat cards with coverage up to Rs. 10 lakh. Under the HAPPY scheme, poor families are being provided free travel up to 1,000 kilometres annually on Haryana Roadways buses. Similarly, under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, nearly one lakh houses have been provided to poor families, and about 50,000 houses are under construction. Under the Chief Minister Housing Schemes, plots have been allotted to the poor in cities and villages, and the remaining plots will soon be allotted through a draw.
Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh said through e-governance, the government has simplified and made transparent the system in every sector, including agriculture, education, health and employment, enabling people to avail benefits of schemes from their homes. In agriculture, under Meri Fasal Mera Byora and MSP procurement, the payment for crops is being transferred directly into farmers’ accounts within 48 hours. Farmers are also receiving compensation for crop loss, assistance amounts, and financial support under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme directly into their accounts. At the same time, indigenous cows, natural farming, animal husbandry and milk production are being encouraged. For better irrigation and water management, canals, wells and rainwater harvesting systems are being developed.
He said that to accelerate industrial development in Haryana, the government has established an Ease of Doing Business system. The process of issuing certificates and licences has been simplified and made online. He added that the government has implemented several schemes to provide government jobs to a large number of youths and to increase women’s participation.
The Governor said that through schemes such as old age honorarium, widow and disability pensions, Beti Bachao–Beti Padhao, and One Stop Centre Sakhi, women are receiving security and benefits. He said that Metropolitan Development Authorities have been constituted to develop Gurugram, Faridabad and Panchkula as smart cities. Along with this, rapid development of roads, rail and Rapid Rail projects is underway.
On this occasion, the Governor also called upon all present to pledge to work together to make the country and the state prosperous and developed by following our great cultural traditions and high moral values.
At the event, the Governor honoured the dependents of freedom fighters and the widows of army officers/soldiers who attained martyrdom in war by presenting shawls.
Earlier, the Governor paid floral tributes at the Shaheed Memorial in Sector-12 and offered homage to the brave martyrs of the nation.
During the Republic Day celebrations, a magnificent march-past was presented under the leadership of Parade Commander Sh. Prateek Aggarwal, IPS, by contingents of Haryana Police Panchkula, Haryana Police Academy Madhuban, Rajasthan Police, Haryana Home Guards Panchkula, NCC Girls Senior Wing, NCC Boys Junior Division, Satluj Public School Sector-4, St. Soldier Public School Sector-16, Bhavan Vidyalaya Sector-15, and Scouts and Guides. In addition, Haryana Police Academy Madhuban presented a precise weapon drill, mass PT show and yoga display; Government Senior Secondary School Sector-6 and PM Shri Government Girls Senior Secondary School Sector-15 Panchkula presented PT shows; Government Adarsh Sanskriti Senior Secondary School Sector-20 Panchkula presented a dumbbell show; and Government Adarsh Sanskriti Senior Secondary School Sector-26 presented an impressive Surya Namaskar. The daredevil show by Haryana Police commandos left everyone amazed.
Patriotic and Haryanvi cultural performances by school children filled the atmosphere with the spirit of nationalism. Tableaux based on welfare schemes presented by various departments were also a major attraction.
*Governor honours winners*
In the tableaux competition, the tableau of the Forest Division Officer, Morni secured first place, the tableau of the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Panchkula secured second place, and the tableau of the District Ayurveda Officer, Panchkula secured third place. In the parade competition, the Haryana Police Academy Madhuban police platoon secured first place, Rajasthan Police second place, and the ITBP Bhanu (Women) contingent third place. The Governor honoured the winners by presenting trophies. He also presented trophies to all school teams that gave outstanding performances during the ceremony and awarded commendation certificates to officers, employees, students, sportspersons and social workers for their excellent contributions.
The Governor appreciated the splendid cultural performances by school children and other participants and announced a one-day holiday on January 27 in all schools of Panchkula. He also announced leave with pay for police personnel and officers who participated in the parade.
Present on the occasion were Chairperson of the Haryana State Commission for Women, Renu Bhatia, Director General of Police Ajay Singhal, former Speaker of the Vidhan Sabha Gian Chand Gupta, Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma, Police Commissioner Shibas Kaviraj, Deputy Commissioner of Police Srishti Gupta, Additional Director (Administration), Information, Public Relations and Languages Department, Smt. Varsha Khangwal, former Mayor Kulbhushan Goyal, State Vice President Banto Kataria, District President Ajay Mittal, along with other senior officers of the district administration and dignitaries.
*CM Nayab Singh Saini unfurls National Flag on 77th Republic Day in Gurugram, pays tribute to martyrs*
*Haryana has made significant contribution to national progress; State has emerged as first choice of domestic and global investors: CM*
*Decisive steps towards a secure future for youth; Government empowering women economically, socially and educationally: CM*
*Farmers being made progressive through farmer-friendly policies and innovations: CM*
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said there is no difference between the government’s words and its actions. Today, Haryana is writing a new definition of prosperity. Embracing the core principle of “government of the people, for the people and by the people,” the state of Haryana is moving rapidly forward, step by step, with Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s resolve of a ‘Viksit Bharat’. The Haryana Government has not only launched new schemes for the upliftment of the poor by breaking away from old practices, but has also ensured that these schemes are implemented effectively on the ground.
The Chief Minister was addressing the gathering at the district-level function held in Gurugram on Monday on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day. He first paid floral tributes to the martyrs at the Veer Shaheedi Memorial and then unfurled the National Flag. The Chief Minister inspected the parade and took the salute from various contingents, including Haryana Police, Women Police, Home Guards and Scouts.
Nayab Singh Saini began his address by paying homage to the immortal martyrs, freedom fighters, the chief architect of the Constitution, Baba Saheb Dr. BR Ambedkar, and all members of the Constituent Assembly. He said that Republic Day, imbued with the spirit of Vande Mataram and the resolve of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, reminds us of the nation’s unity, cultural pride and self-reliance. Despite its diversity, our nation has always remained united, a glimpse of which is reflected in the glorious celebrations marking 150 years of Vande Mataram. Advancing steadily on the path of self-reliance, India today is creating a new identity on the global map, which is a matter of pride and inspiration for every citizen.
Republic Day—Remembrance of the past and a pledge for a bright future
The Chief Minister said Republic Day is not only a festival of remembering the past, but also a grand occasion to envision the golden picture of our present and future that we have collectively shaped over the last 11 years. He said for decades, governments changed but the system did not. With the objective of systemic transformation, the government had taken 217 resolutions in its manifesto during the last Assembly elections. Of these, 54 resolutions have been fulfilled within just one year, while work on the remaining 163 is progressing rapidly. He said that today Haryana’s policies such as “bina parchi-bina kharchi” recruitment, online registry system, transparent online transfer policy, educated panchayats and the Antyodaya initiative are being discussed across the country, presenting a strong and transparent image of the new Haryana.
Haryana’s significant contribution to national progress
The Chief Minister said that Haryana has a significant contribution to the nation’s progress. He stated that although Haryana accounts for only 1.34 percent of the country’s total geographical area and 2.09 percent of its population, it contributes 3.7 percent to the national GDP. With a per capita income of Rs. 3.53 lakh, Haryana ranks first among the major states of the country. Haryana is also ranked first in per capita GST collection and is included in the Top Achievers category in the State Ease of Doing Business rankings. The state ranks second in the country and first in North India in providing better logistics facilities to industries. Haryana is also the leading state in winning the highest number of medals in the Olympics and other international sporting events.
Haryana becomes the first choice of domestic and global investors
Nayab Singh Saini said that it is the result of the government’s incentive schemes that Haryana has today become the first choice of investors from India and abroad. Over the past 11 years, 12.92 lakh micro, small and medium enterprises have been established in the state, generating employment for around 49 lakh people. He said that industries are the backbone of the economy and a major source of employment; therefore, Ease of Doing Business has been strengthened by eliminating outdated rules and complex procedures. Today, more than 150 services are available online for investors, and all approvals are being ensured within 12 days. He added that with the objective of regional balance, industrial development is being promoted across the state—Maruti Suzuki’s largest plant is coming up in IMT Kharkhoda, along with a Suzuki Motorcycle plant and an alloy wheel plant of the Uno Minda Group. Gurugram has emerged as a global hub for IT and startups, where a township is being developed over 1,000 acres under the Global City Project. Logistics hubs are being developed in Narnaul, a manufacturing cluster in Hisar, and an electronics park in Sohna.
Decisive steps towards a secure future for youth
The Chief Minister said that the government is fully committed to securing the future of youth and has translated its promises into action. He informed that with the formation of the new Council of Ministers, 24,000 youths were given government jobs on October 17, 2024. In the last one year, a total of 34,000 youths have been provided employment, while over the past 11 years this figure has reached 1.80 lakh. He said that the government has not limited itself to government jobs alone, but has also focused on job security by enacting a law to secure the future of youths working under the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam. To make youth employment-oriented, 1.14 lakh youths have been provided skill training. To effectively curb the problem of the “Donkey route,” a Bill was passed in the Assembly on March 26, 2025 and enacted into law to ensure strict action against illegal and fraudulent travel agents.
Government empowering women economically, socially and educationally
The Chief Minister said that without the participation of women, the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat-Viksit Haryana’ remains incomplete. He said this is the decade of women power, which will shape the direction of the nation and the state; therefore, it is essential that women are healthy, safe and economically empowered. With this vision, the government has effectively implemented several schemes on the ground to make women self-reliant. Under the Deendayal Lado Lakshmi scheme, 8.64 lakh women are being provided Rs. 2,100 per month, and Rs. 441 crore has already been disbursed. To provide relief to poor women, 15 lakh families are being given gas cylinders at Rs. 500. He said that 50 percent representation has been ensured for women in Panchayati Raj institutions, and 2.34 lakh women have been made Lakhpati Didis. Initiatives such as the Drone Didi scheme, operation of ration depots, Atal Kisan Mazdoor Canteens and Vita centres by women self-help groups, women-led startups reaching 50 percent participation, 131 women cultural centres, and free facilities in higher education all reflect the government’s strong commitment towards women empowerment.
Strong law and order—the foundation of a safe Haryana
The Chief Minister said that strong law and order is the first prerequisite for the progress of any state, and therefore, the safety of life and property of every citizen is the government’s top priority. He said that effective initiatives such as Operation Track Town, Operation Clean and Prahari have created an atmosphere of fear among criminals. Under Operation Hotspot Domination, launched from December 1, more than 2,200 criminals have been arrested, effectively curbing drug trafficking and illegal activities. Additionally, under the Drug-Free Haryana campaign conducted last year, over 6,000 arrests were made and illegal property worth around Rs. 12 crore belonging to drug traffickers was seized, reflecting the government’s firm commitment towards a safe and strong Haryana.
Farmers being made progressive through farmer-friendly policies and innovations
The Chief Minister said that the interests of farmers are the government’s highest priority. He stated that Haryana is the only state in the country where all crops are being procured at Minimum Support Price, under which Rs. 1.64 lakh crore has been directly credited to the accounts of 12 lakh farmers so far. For timely compensation in case of crop damage, the e-Kshatipurti portal has been launched, through which compensation amounting to Rs. 15,448 crore has been provided over the past 11 years. He said that farmers have been given relief by abolishing Abiana, implementing the Agricultural Land Lease Act, and enacting strict laws against spurious fertilizers, seeds and pesticides. Agriculture is being modernized through technologies such as drones, remote sensing, AI-based decision systems and digital farming, which progressive farmers have adopted through structures like net houses and polyhouses.
Gurugram—the city of Guru Dronacharya: a confluence of education and modernity
The Chief Minister said that he was honoured to hoist the National Flag on Republic Day in Gurugram, the city of Guru Dronacharya. Gurugram is a city where the teachings of Guru Dronacharya blend seamlessly with modern technology. The presence of over 250 Fortune-500 companies and a strong startup ecosystem is proof that with the right policies and strong intent, extraordinary achievements are possible. This success of Gurugram as a major hub for IT, BPOs, startups and the automobile industry is the result of the hard work and participation of its citizens, for which the Chief Minister extended heartfelt congratulations to all residents of Gurugram.
On the occasion, the Chief Minister announced an incentive amount of Rs. 11 lakh for the school students who presented cultural performances and also declared a holiday in all schools on January 27. The Chief Minister also honoured the dependents of martyrs and individuals who have made notable contributions in various fields.
Various winners who participated in the event honoured
At the closing ceremony, prizes were awarded by the Chief Minister for the march-past parade and cultural programmes. In the march-past parade, the Women Police contingent from Madhuban, Gurugram Police (men), and NCC (Girls) contingents were honoured. Under the cultural programmes, the Haryanvi folk dance presented by Government Model Sanskriti Senior Secondary School, Sushant Lok Sector-43; the Rajasthani folk dance presented by Government Model Senior Secondary School, Sector-4/7; and the Shivleela presented by Government Model Senior Secondary School, Arjun Nagar were awarded. Among the departmental tableaux, Traffic Police Gurugram, District Horticulture Department, and the Women and Child Development Department secured first, second and third positions respectively, and were awarded by the Chief Minister.
Present on the occasion were Gurugram Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar, Police Commissioner Vikas Kumar Arora, District and Sessions Judge Vani Gopal Sharma, ADGP Law and Order Sanjay Singh, ADGP CID Saurabh Singh, Chief Minister’s Media Advisor Rajeev Jaitly, Additional Director, Information, Public Relations and Languages Department, Haryana, Ranbir Sangwan, along with other dignitaries.
