Haryana

Haryana CM orders completion of drain desilting before monsoon; mandates green embankments

Haryana CM orders completion of drain desilting before monsoon; mandates green embankments

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)— Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the cleaning of all drains, canals, and water channels must be completed before the onset of the monsoon. He emphasised that, especially in populated areas, strong berms should be constructed along drains and canals, and the work should be monitored regularly. The Chief Minister was chairing a review meeting on the cleaning of drains, canals, and water channels with officers of the Irrigation, Public Health, and Local Bodies Departments here on Friday. He directed that a proposal be prepared for a drainage system up to the Rajasthan border…
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Building plan approvals to go fully online in Haryana; CM warns against delay

Building plan approvals to go fully online in Haryana; CM warns against delay

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh) – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on Friday directed that the entire process of approving building plans for residential and commercial structures be made fully online, aiming to enhance transparency, improve citizen convenience and reduce processing time. Chairing a meeting of the Urban Local Bodies Department at the Secretariat, the Chief Minister said timelines should be clearly defined, and accountability of officials fixed to ensure timely approvals. During the meeting, he also reviewed various aspects of the Urban Challenge Fund and the plans for works to be undertaken in the state under the scheme. Focus…
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Haryana CM prioritizes rural sanitation; orders time-bound cleaning of 6,538 village ponds

Haryana CM prioritizes rural sanitation; orders time-bound cleaning of 6,538 village ponds

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)– Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on Friday stressed the need to strengthen sanitation and drainage systems in rural areas, directing officers concerned to ensure regular and time-bound cleaning of village ponds and wastewater channels across the state. Chairing a review meeting of the Haryana Pond and Waste Water Management Authority here today, the Chief Minister said maintaining cleanliness in villages must be a priority to prevent inconvenience to residents. He underlined that village ponds should remain free from foul smell, and waterlogging in residential areas must be avoided at all costs. The Chief Minister further…
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Haryana approves ₹747 crore budget for PM Poshan Shakti Nirman Scheme

Haryana approves ₹747 crore budget for PM Poshan Shakti Nirman Scheme

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, on Friday, chaired a high-level meeting of the State Level Steering-cum-Monitoring Committee (SLSMC), where the panel approved a budget of ₹747 crore for the Financial Year 2026–27 under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman Scheme — a flagship programme aimed at strengthening nutritional support for school children across the state. The approved outlay comprises a central share of ₹222 crore and a state share of ₹525 crore, underscoring the government's strong financial commitment to expanding the quality and reach of the scheme. The meeting conducted a comprehensive review of the programme's…
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Haryana CM Nayab Saini backs striking Punjab Arhtiyas; slams AAP government

Haryana CM Nayab Saini backs striking Punjab Arhtiyas; slams AAP government

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh) - A delegation of the Punjab Arhtiya (commission agents) Association met Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini at his Sant Kabir Kutir residence in Chandigarh. During the meeting, various issues concerning arhtiyas in Punjab were discussed in detail. The delegation informed the Chief Minister that around 40,000 arhtiyas, nearly 1.25 lakh accountants (munims), and 6–7 lakh workers are associated with this system in Punjab. Due to the difficulties currently being faced by arhtiyas, a strike is underway in the state, affecting not only business activities but also the livelihoods of lakhs of families. Although talks were…
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Haryana health department mandates strict record-keeping for CT Scan and MRI services

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Director General of Health Services, Haryana, has directed all Civil Surgeons and Principal Medical Officers across the state to maintain proper records of CT scan and MRI services. While issuing these instructions, emphasis has been laid on ensuring smooth operation and transparency in CT scan and MRI services being run under the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) mode in district civil hospitals. According to the Director General, CT scan and MRI services have been operating in district civil hospitals across the state under the PPP model since 2016. A large number of needy patients are benefiting from these…
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Haryana Chief Secretary orders time-bound manuscript survey under Gyan Bharatam

Haryana Chief Secretary orders time-bound manuscript survey under Gyan Bharatam

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi chaired a detailed review meeting with Deputy Commissioners, Registrars of universities and senior officers to accelerate the implementation of the Gyan Bharatam initiative and the National Manuscript Survey across the state. The Chief Secretary said the programme reflects the vision of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, who has emphasised preservation, innovation and adaptation as key pillars of India’s knowledge tradition. The Gyan Bharatam portal, launched in September 2025, aims to identify and preserve centuries-old manuscripts using modern technology. Sh. Rastogi directed Deputy Commissioners to ensure a systematic and time-bound survey in…
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Haryana records 22 percent growth in gross SGST revenues in FY 2025-26 – Highest among the States

Haryana records 22 percent growth in gross SGST revenues in FY 2025-26 – Highest among the States

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh) - Haryana has secured first position among all the States in the country based on the growth rate of gross State GST (post-settlement) revenues in the financial year 2025-26, with a growth rate of 22 percent over the last Financial Year. The average national growth in SGST revenues has been 6 percent in FY 2025-26. This remarkable performance has positioned Haryana as a leader in growth in SGST revenues among all the states of India. Haryana's Gross SGST collection (post-settlement) for the Financial Year 2025-26 has reached Rs. 48,289 Crore, which is Rs. 8546 Crore more than…
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First Arrest in ₹160 Crore Panchkula Municipal Corporation Scam; Bank Official Held

First Arrest in ₹160 Crore Panchkula Municipal Corporation Scam; Bank Official Held

Balwinder Singh :- In a significant development, the Haryana Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau has made the first arrest in connection with the alleged ₹160 crore financial irregularity involving the Panchkula Municipal Corporation. The accused, identified as Dileep Kumar Raghav, was serving as a Relationship Manager at a private bank at the time of the alleged offence. According to officials, the accused was taken into custody following preliminary findings that pointed towards his involvement in submitting misleading information related to fixed deposits to the municipal corporation. Investigators suspect that he acted in coordination with key conspirators, leading to discrepancies between official…
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Gurugram hosts Shaheedi Diwas to honour martyred soldiers

Gurugram hosts Shaheedi Diwas to honour martyred soldiers

Chandigarh, March 22 - Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that over the past 11 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi, the government has been continuously moving forward in the direction of eliminating terrorism and Naxalism from the roots. Incidents like Dantewada serve as a reminder that the fight is still ongoing, but our brave soldiers remain ever ready to face every challenge. Haryana is a land of bravehearts, and its youth are deeply committed to serving the nation. The Chief Minister was addressing a Shaheedi Diwas programme organised in Gurugram by the Home…
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