Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has directed officials to impose penalties on contractors responsible for delays in major development projects and prevent repeat defaulters from receiving future work.
Chairing the 14th State Pragati Portal (SPP) review meeting in Chandigarh on Wednesday, Saini said projects must be completed within their stipulated timelines and meet quality standards. He warned that unnecessary delays and negligence would not be tolerated.
The meeting reviewed the progress of major infrastructure and energy projects across Haryana, each involving an investment of more than Rs 75 crore. The Chief Minister asked departments to coordinate with one another and resolve project-related bottlenecks on priority.
Gurugram Global City and Shri Krishna Ayush University reviewed
During the review of the Gurugram Global City project (Phase-I), officials informed the Chief Minister that work was progressing smoothly. Tendering and other administrative procedures for roads connecting the project to Pataudi Road and the Central Peripheral Road (CPR) have been completed to strengthen connectivity and infrastructure in the area.
The meeting also reviewed the Shri Krishna Ayush University project in Kurukshetra. Officials said the tender had been issued and an agreement signed with the contractor. The project is being implemented through the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC).
Sohna industrial projects report progress
Officials presented updates on the Electronic Manufacturing Cluster (EMC) Sohna and Industrial Model Township (IMT) Sohna projects.
The EMC Sohna project has achieved 77% progress, with roads and other infrastructure facilities under development.
The IMT Sohna project has recorded 70% progress. Construction of the waterworks tower and main roads is nearing completion. Once completed, the projects are expected to strengthen industrial activity and provide better infrastructure for investors in the region.
Power distribution works reviewed under RDSS
Saini also reviewed energy projects being carried out under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS).
Officials reported that work to reduce electricity distribution losses in the Sohna division was 93% complete. In Karnal, the installation of transformers and H-poles under the AP connection and VGS schemes had reached 61% completion.
Progress under RDSS in the Panchkula zone stood at 65.69%. The work includes replacing old electricity lines and improving the capacity of the distribution network.
The meeting was also informed that the capacity enhancement of 46 existing 33/11 kV substations across various districts under DHBVN had reached 65% completion. The upgrades are expected to improve power supply capacity and quality for consumers.
IMT Kharkhoda and Hisar manufacturing cluster
The Chief Minister reviewed infrastructure development at IMT Kharkhoda, where work on the master stormwater drainage system and other facilities is underway. Officials said dewatering technology was being used during construction to manage the groundwater level.
On the Integrated Manufacturing Cluster (IMC) in Hisar, officials informed the meeting that environmental clearance had been received. Financial bids for the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) tender are currently being evaluated.
The proposed cluster is expected to support industrial development in sectors including aviation and defence.
CM stresses timely completion and quality
Saini said strengthening infrastructure and accelerating industrial development remain key priorities for the state government. He directed departments to monitor projects regularly and ensure that work is completed within the prescribed deadlines.
Reiterating his warning to contractors, the Chief Minister said agencies responsible for delays would face action and that quality standards must not be compromised.
He added that timely completion of these projects would help create investment and employment opportunities while improving facilities for residents.
