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10 Aug

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini Transferred ₹1,595 Crore via DBT to Over 50 Lakh Beneficiaries

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini disbursed ₹1,595.50 crore directly into the bank accounts of 50,04,873 beneficiaries across various welfare initiatives through Direct Benefit Transfer on Monday. The large-scale digital payout reflects the state administration's focus on transparent governance, direct delivery of social benefits, and strengthening its pro-active service distribution model. As part of the welfare distribution, Chief Minister Saini released the 10th installment of the Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana, transferring ₹209.62 crore to 9.98 lakh female beneficiaries. He announced that starting in September, the annual family income eligibility cap for the scheme will be raised…

10 Aug

Haryana Launches MSME and Export Promotion Policy 2026 to Drive Economic Growth

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini launched the 'Haryana Progressive MSME and Export Promotion Policy 2026' in Karnal on Monday, establishing a five-year roadmap aimed at transforming the state's 15 lakh micro, small, and medium enterprises into primary engines of economic expansion. The policy targets attracting over 55,000 crore rupees in manufacturing investments, creating more than 5 lakh new employment opportunities, and doubling the state's total exports by 2031. The newly introduced framework encompasses 60 strategic initiatives focused on access to finance, infrastructure development, technology adoption, export facilitation, and sustainability. To provide institutional support, the state government…

10 Aug

Haryana to Roll Out Digital Fertiliser Sales System and Farmer Registry Integration in Mahendragarh and Kaithal

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana government has selected Mahendragarh and Kaithal districts for the pilot implementation of a new digital booking and transparent distribution system for subsidised fertilisers. The decision was finalized on Monday during a high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi in Chandigarh, where officials also examined mechanisms to link crop data from the 'Meri Fasal Mera Byora' portal directly with the state's Farmer Registry. Following the field-level testing in these two districts, the state government plans to consider expanding the digital framework across all remaining districts in Haryana. Under the proposed Framework for Fertiliser Sales,…

09 Aug

Haryana Cabinet Meeting Scheduled for August 13 Under Chairmanship of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The upcoming meeting of the Haryana Cabinet is scheduled to take place on August 13, 2026, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. According to an official communication issued from Chandigarh, the meeting will commence at 3:00 PM in the Main Committee Room located on the fourth floor of the Haryana Civil Secretariat, Sector 1. The cabinet session is expected to deliberate on key administrative matters, legislative proposals, and policy decisions concerning the state. Departmental ministers and senior government administrative officials will attend the scheduled proceedings to review ongoing state initiatives and finalize government agenda…

09 Aug

Saint Ravidas’s Messages Inspire Social Harmony, Says Haryana Assembly Speaker Harvinder Kalyan

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Assembly Speaker Harvinder Kalyan stated on Sunday that Saint Shiromani Guru Ravidas Maharaj's life remains a timeless source of inspiration for humanity, equality, social harmony, and selfless service. Speaking at a ceremony in Kambopura village within the Gharaunda assembly constituency, the Speaker emphasized that the saint demonstrated through his deeds and philosophy that a person's identity is defined by their character, actions, and commitment to service rather than their birth or caste. The event marked the arrival of the sacred Kalash Vandan Yatra at the local Saint Ravidas Temple, which was flagged off from the saint's…

09 Aug

Marathon Is Not Just a Run but a Pledge for a Healthy Life, Says Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini flagged off a Youth Marathon and Tiranga Yatra at Nooni Shekhpura Mode in Narnaul on Sunday, delivering a public message against drug abuse while encouraging community participation in health initiatives. Emphasizing the dual importance of physical fitness and civic engagement, the Chief Minister personally joined the runners by completing the five-kilometre course alongside participating youth, state officials, and sports figures. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Saini highlighted that a healthy, drug-free youth population forms the foundation of a developed nation. He noted that the anti-drug awareness campaign, initially launched from Yamunanagar…

09 Aug

Modern Science, Computer, and Robotics Laboratories Being Established to Meet Present Requirements, Says Chief Minister

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini stated on Sunday that modern science, computer, and robotics laboratories established according to contemporary needs will open new avenues of experimentation, research, and innovation for students. He added that technology-enabled smart classrooms will make the learning process more engaging and interactive for the younger generation. The Chief Minister was addressing an inauguration ceremony for new educational facilities at O.P. Jindal Modern School in Hisar. During his visit to the school campus, he inaugurated the 'Utkarsh' administrative block, the 'Uday' Special Educational Needs (SEN) wing, the 'Udgam' swimming pool, and the 'Utsav'…

08 Aug

Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker, Education Minister Conduct Surprise Inspection of Bastara Women’s College

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker, Sh. Harvinder Kalyan and Education Minister Sh. Mahipal Dhanda conducted a surprise inspection of Government College for Women Gharaunda, Bastara, in Karnal District, on Saturday. During the visit, they interacted with the students for nearly an hour to understand the facilities available at the college, as well as its problems and requirements. They also sought suggestions from the students regarding improvements and facilities needed for their bright future. Education Minister, Sh. Mahipal Dhanda said that the State Government is continuously working to improve the education system and is taking several steps to provide…

08 Aug

Haryana Effects Major Bureaucratic Shake-up; 17 IAS and 8 HCS Officers Transferred

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): The Haryana Government has issued immediate postings and transfer orders for 17 IAS and 8 HCS officers. Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi issued the orders today. G.Anupama, currently Additional Chief Secretary for Social Justice, Empowerment, Welfare of Scheduled Castes & Backwards Classes, Antyodaya (SEWA), and Civil Aviation, has been assigned additional charge as Additional Chief Secretary, Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Department. C. G. Rajini Kaanthan, currently Commissioner & Secretary, Finance Department; Secretary, Central Committee of Examinations; and Commissioner & Secretary, Mines & Geology Department, has been appointed Commissioner & Secretary, Medical Education and Research Department, in addition to…

07 Aug

Protecting Aravalli’s Greenery Our Collective Responsibility: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini

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Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated the second phase of the 77th State-Level Van Mahotsav in Manesar, Gurugram, calling for collective action to safeguard the environment. Addressing the gathering alongside Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and State Forest Minister Rao Narbir Singh, the Chief Minister announced that Van Mahotsav events will be organized across all ninety assembly constituencies in the state. Under the ongoing 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, Haryana has set an ambitious target to plant 1.40 crore saplings during the 2026-27 financial year, emphasizing that planting trees must be viewed as an emotional…