Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday said the state aims to become India’s first developed state, asserting that Haryana would play a leading role in achieving Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047.
Addressing the Diamond Jubilee celebrations marking 60 years of Haryana’s formation at Kurukshetra University, Saini said the state had made significant progress since its creation on November 1, 1966. President Droupadi Murmu attended the event as the chief guest, while Governor Prof Asim Kumar Ghosh was also present.
Welcoming the President to the spiritual land of Kurukshetra, Saini said her journey from the village of Uparbeda in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district to the country’s highest constitutional office reflected the strength of Indian democracy. He said her life story served as an inspiration for girls, underprivileged families and tribal communities.
Haryana Contributes 3.6% To India’s GDP, Says CM
Highlighting Haryana’s economic progress, Saini said the state accounts for approximately 1.34% of India’s geographical area but contributes around 3.6% to the country’s gross domestic product (GDP).
He also claimed that Haryana has the highest per capita income among India’s larger states, underlining its economic strength despite its relatively small geographical size.
According to the Chief Minister, Haryana manufactures two out of every three passenger cars produced in India, along with every second tractor and six out of every 10 motorcycles. He also said the state contributes more than 60% of India’s basmati rice exports.
Saini said these figures reflected Haryana’s role in strengthening the national economy through industrial manufacturing and agricultural exports.
Farmers, Soldiers, Sportspersons Shape Haryana’s Identity
The Chief Minister said Haryana’s identity was rooted in the hard work of its farmers, the courage of its soldiers, the achievements of its sportspersons and the growing contribution of women across sectors.
He said farmers had played a major role in filling the country’s food reserves, while livestock owners had strengthened the state’s dairy sector.
Haryana’s women, he added, were bringing recognition to the state in fields ranging from agriculture and sports to the armed forces and startups.
Saini also highlighted the state’s sporting achievements, claiming that Haryana’s athletes had won 11 medals at the Commonwealth Games and 32 at the Asian Games. He said their performances had helped raise India’s profile at international sporting events.
Haryana Highlights Industrial Growth And Infrastructure
Saini said the state had developed a strong industrial base and made progress in infrastructure, agriculture and public welfare over the past six decades.
He highlighted several initiatives that the state government described as national firsts, including the procurement of all crops at the minimum support price (MSP), efforts to free villages from the Lal Dora system and the introduction of educational qualifications for panchayat representatives.
He also referred to the hydrogen-powered train operating on the Jind-Sonipat route and elevated railway tracks in Rohtak and Kurukshetra as examples of Haryana’s infrastructure development.
CM Reiterates Viksit Bharat 2047 Goal
Saini said Haryana’s development should not be measured solely by economic growth. He stressed that the state must continue to promote social harmony, humanity and brotherhood while preserving its traditions and cultural values.
He called on people to build on the achievements of the past 60 years and contribute to the state’s ambition of becoming India’s first developed state.
Earlier, Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi said the state had made substantial progress in agriculture, industry, education, sports and entrepreneurship despite having limited resources and inadequate infrastructure at the time of its formation.
He credited the state’s development to the collective efforts of farmers, soldiers, workers, teachers, scientists, sportspersons, entrepreneurs and other residents.
Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana, MP Naveen Jindal, Information, Public Relations and Languages Department Director Aditya Dahiya, Deputy Commissioner Vishram Kumar Meena and other officials attended the celebrations.
