Haryana

CM Nayab Singh Saini announces two-week special cleanliness drive across Haryana

CM Nayab Singh Saini announces two-week special cleanliness drive across Haryana

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced on Thursday, April 16, 2026, that a special fortnight-long cleanliness campaign will be launched across all municipal bodies in the state starting May 1. Addressing the newly formed ward committees via video conferencing from Chandigarh, the Chief Minister emphasized that these committees will play a pivotal role in maintaining urban hygiene throughout the year. To encourage excellence, the Chief Minister announced that wards performing exceptionally well in sanitation will be ranked and honored with financial incentives and awards. During the interaction, CM Saini highlighted that the success of Prime Minister…
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CM Nayab Singh Saini directs 15-day deadline for clearing pending files on CFMS

CM Nayab Singh Saini directs 15-day deadline for clearing pending files on CFMS

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday, April 16, 2026, issued strict instructions to state officials to ensure the swift disposal of all files pending on the Comprehensive Financial Management System (CFMS) portal. Chairing a review meeting of the Human Resource Module at the Civil Secretariat in Chandigarh, the Chief Minister emphasized that administrative delays hinder the state's progress and must be eliminated as a top priority. He mandated that all pending files be processed through the portal within a maximum timeframe of 15 days to maintain the momentum of development works. During the meeting, the…
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CM Nayab Saini launches first phase of Census 2027

CM Nayab Saini launches first phase of Census 2027

Chandigarh (Balwinder Sinngh) – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, while launching the self-enumeration process under the first phase of Census 2027, said that the census is a significant national exercise conducted at regular intervals, and the data collected is simple, secure and completely confidential. He said this data plays a crucial role in formulating schemes for various sections of society and in determining the future course of development. The Chief Minister was addressing a press conference after launching the self-enumeration. He said that the tagline of Census 2027, “Our Census, Our Development,” reflects the importance of this nationwide…
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IMC Hisar project gains momentum as Chief Secretary reviews progress

IMC Hisar project gains momentum as Chief Secretary reviews progress

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The ambitious Integrated Manufacturing Cluster (IMC) Hisar project is moving toward its next phase of development following a high-level review by Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi. During a meeting held in Chandigarh on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, the Chief Secretary directed various departments to expedite critical decisions and ensure seamless coordination for the timely execution of this industrial hub. He emphasized that the project is a cornerstone of the state’s strategy to bolster industrial capacity, attract global investment, and generate large-scale employment opportunities. Spanning 1,605 acres, IMC Hisar is being developed as a key component of the…
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Baltej Pannu slams Centre over BBMB rule changes, calls it a conspiracy to seize Punjab’s waters

Baltej Pannu slams Centre over BBMB rule changes, calls it a conspiracy to seize Punjab’s waters

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Punjab has intensified its attack on the BJP-led Union Government regarding recent amendments to the appointment rules of the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB). Addressing a press conference in Chandigarh on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, AAP Punjab State Media In-charge Baltej Pannu characterized the move as a deliberate attempt to undermine the Punjab Reorganisation Act, 1966, and forcibly seize control of the state's river waters and vital resources. Pannu asserted that the Centre’s decision to open key BBMB positions to candidates from across the country, rather than exclusively from Punjab and Haryana,…
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Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao announces new PHCs and hospital upgrades

Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao announces new PHCs and hospital upgrades

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): In a major push to strengthen the rural healthcare infrastructure, Haryana Health Minister Aarti Singh Rao announced on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, that the state government has approved the opening of new health centers and the upgrading of existing facilities. The Minister emphasized that the state remains fully committed to improving both the accessibility and quality of healthcare services, ensuring that the benefits of development reach the remote corners of Haryana. As part of the approved plan, a new Primary Health Center (PHC) will be established in Dhathrath village of Jind district, with construction work slated to…
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CM Nayab Saini flags off ‘Samta Marathon’ in Panchkula to mark Ambedkar Jayanti

CM Nayab Saini flags off ‘Samta Marathon’ in Panchkula to mark Ambedkar Jayanti

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): In a vibrant tribute to the architect of the Indian Constitution, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini flagged off the ‘Samta Marathon’ from Yavanika Park in Sector 5, Panchkula, on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Dedicated to Bharat Ratna Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary, the marathon saw enthusiastic participation from thousands of youth and children who marched toward the Tau Devi Lal Sports Stadium in Sector 3, chanting slogans of "Bharat Mata Ki Jai" and "Vande Mataram" to promote national unity. Chief Minister Saini, who personally showered flower petals on the participants to boost their…
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Haryana approves 2,646 new homes for urban poor under PMAY-U 2.0

Haryana approves 2,646 new homes for urban poor under PMAY-U 2.0

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The dream of owning a home is set to become a reality for thousands of urban poor and middle-class families in Haryana. During the third meeting of the State Level Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee (SLSMC) chaired by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, the state government approved housing projects for 2,646 beneficiaries across 60 urban local bodies under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0. According to Mohammed Shayin, Commissioner and Secretary of the Housing for All Department, the demand for housing remains high, with over 1.69 lakh applicants registering their interest through the…
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Haryana Announces Civic Poll Schedule, Voting on May 10; MCC Comes Into Force

Haryana Announces Civic Poll Schedule, Voting on May 10; MCC Comes Into Force

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh)— The Haryana State Election Commission has announced the schedule for Municipal and Panchayati Raj elections across the state, with polling slated for May 10. The Model Code of Conduct (MCC) has come into immediate effect in all areas going to polls.State Election Commissioner Devinder Singh Kalyan said the elections will cover major urban local bodies as well as rural institutions, alongside by-elections for 528 vacant posts.General elections will be conducted for Mayors and Councillors in Municipal Corporations of Ambala, Panchkula and Sonipat. Polls will also be held for the President and ward members in the Rewari Municipal…
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Over 39 lakh metric tonnes of wheat arrive in Haryana markets; Rs 188 crore paid to farmers

Over 39 lakh metric tonnes of wheat arrive in Haryana markets; Rs 188 crore paid to farmers

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Rabi procurement season for 2026-27 is progressing successfully across Haryana, with significant increases in wheat arrival and procurement compared to the previous year. As of April 12, 2026, approximately 39.65 lakh metric tonnes (MT) of wheat have arrived in state mandis, nearly double the 20.39 lakh MT recorded during the same period last year. Government agencies have already procured 10.92 lakh MT of wheat, with direct benefit transfers totaling ₹188 crore already credited to the bank accounts of farmers. To enhance transparency and efficiency under the leadership of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the state has…
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