Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attends National Convention of Laghu Udyog Bharati at Sadhna and Gram Vikas Kendra, Samalkha
Aatmanirbhar Abhiyan will gain momentum through MSMEs, Young entrepreneurs will script the story of a developed India and developed Haryana – Nayab Singh Saini
Small industries play a major role in generating employment – Union Minister Manohar Lal
Chandigarh, Sept 15 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that small industries have a pivotal role in the success of national initiatives like Make in India and Aatmanirbhar Bharat. MSMEs are contributing significantly to the rapid growth of 21st-century India. The Haryana Government is implementing special schemes and incentive policies for the growth of small industries to ensure entrepreneurs get maximum opportunities and are able to compete strongly in the market.
The Chief Minister was addressing the National Convention of Laghu Udyog Bharati at Samalkha in Panipat district on Monday. He said that the three-day industry discussions at the convention will provide new direction for the growth of MSMEs. Such programs will guide and inspire young entrepreneurs to script the story of Developed India – Developed Haryana.
Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that although Haryana accounts for only 1.3 percent of India’s geographical area, it contributes 3.6 percent to the national GDP, as per the advance estimates for 2024–25. The state’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) has grown at 10.8 percent over the past decade. Thousands of MSMEs operating in unauthorized industrial areas of Faridabad, Panipat, Yamunanagar and Ambala have been granted relief and are now reaping benefits. Plans are underway to establish 10 new Industrial Model Townships (IMTs), out of which land is being acquired to develop three new IMTs on national highways – Ambala, Jind and Faridabad–Palwal. Apart from these, places have also been identified for IMT in Kosli and Naraiangarh.
He further said that the state government has reduced the regulatory burden by easing over 1,100 compliances across 48 departments to promote Ease of Doing Business. In the past 11 years, 7.66 lakh micro, small, and medium industries have been set up in Haryana, creating employment for 39 lakh people. More than 230 online services are being provided through the Single Roof Clearance System. Haryana has now become the first choice for investors and startups, emerging as the 7th largest state in terms of startup numbers, with over 9,100 recognized startups and 19 unicorns. He added that the next goal is to increase women’s participation in startups from 50 percent to 60 percent. Under the Haryana State Startup Policy, financial assistance of Rs. 1.14 crore has already been provided to 22 startups.
The Chief Minister also said that a Fund of Funds worth Rs. 2,000 crore is being established with private sector participation to support startups. AI-based startups are being actively encouraged. The state has also launched a Rs. 10 crore startup fund for drone technology, along with training for 500 young farmers in Karnal. Haryana has set up around 28,000 units in the food processing sector, with a special focus on the Integrated Mini Food Park Scheme, under which 50 percent capital investment subsidy is being provided.
Small industries play a big role in providing employment – Union Minister Manohar Lal
On this occasion, Union Minister for Energy, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Manohar Lal said that industries play a vital role in the country’s development. With government support, small industries can be given a boost, creating new employment opportunities. The Central and State Governments are encouraging a new industrial culture in India through industry-friendly policies. He added that, after many years, the country has been able to reduce GST into just a few slabs, which is a significant achievement in itself. Highlighting the growing participation of women in various industries, he emphasized the need to ensure their greater involvement in large companies and to make them self-reliant. He further stressed that women must also be encouraged to play a stronger role in small industries.
The Union Minister said that to accelerate foreign currency reserves, India must boost exports through MSMEs. Small industries should be promoted in rural and remote areas to create local employment. He also said that the Government of India has launched 22 schemes for the promotion of MSMEs, from which entrepreneurs can benefit. Currently, MSMEs are providing employment to about 28 crore people across the country. He added that India now ranks 4th globally in terms of GDP and aims to surpass Germany to reach the 3rd position in the near future.
On this occasion, BJP State President Mohan Lal Kaushik, MLA Manmohan Bhadana, Pramod Vij, former MP Sanjay Bhatia, office-bearers of Laghu Udyog Bharati, representatives of various industrial organizations, and a large number of entrepreneurs were also present.
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GMRL Set to Take Over Rapid Metro Operations as Ridership Surges 13.59%
Chandigarh, September 15 – The Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation Limited (HMRTC) has initiated the process of taking over of Gurugram Rapid Metro system from Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) by Gurugram Metro Rail Limited (GMRL). Till the complete responsibility is transferred to the GMRL, the operations and maintenance of Gurugram's Rapid Metro system will be undertaken jointly by DMRC and GMRL. To facilitate this transition, joint committees have been constituted and Terms of Reference (ToRs) defined. A comprehensive methodology, along with definitive timelines, is being finalized to ensure a smooth takeover and uninterrupted commuter services.
This landmark decision was disclosed in the 62nd Board meeting of Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation held under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, who also serves as Chairman of the Corporation.
The meeting revealed exceptional performance metrics for the Rapid Metro Gurugram, which witnessed remarkable growth in passenger numbers from April to July 2025. A total of 62.49 lakh commuters used the service during this period, marking a 13.59% increase compared to the corresponding months of 2024. Fare revenue also rose sharply by 11.87%, reflecting public confidence in the system's efficiency and reliability.
Managing Director, Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation Ltd, Sh. Chander Shekhar Khare informed that with improved operational efficiency, the corporation recorded a 6.33% decline in operational expenses, enabling HMRTC to achieve a healthier financial balance. This demonstrates the corporation's prudent financial management and enhanced cost efficiency measures.
The HMRTC has further strengthened its earnings from non-fare sources, showcasing successful revenue diversification strategies. Income from rentals, marketing, and advertisement rights grew substantially, reaching ₹21.11 crore between April and July 2025 compared to ₹15.56 crore during the same period last year. The successful e-auction of 22 advertising sites on metro viaducts and pillars alone is expected to generate an estimated annual revenue of ₹58.34 crore, with HMRTC's share pegged at over ₹35 crore.
The Board also reviewed significant progress on several key metro and rapid rail projects across the region. The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has initiated the preparation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed Delhi (Munirka)–Rohtak Namo Bharat Corridor. This ambitious corridor will connect Delhi IGI Terminals 1, 2 & 3, Yashobhoomi (Dwarka Sector-25), Najafgarh, Bahadurgarh, and Rohtak, providing seamless regional connectivity.
Similarly, approval for the Gurugram–Faridabad–Noida/Greater Noida Namo Bharat Corridor was granted in a meeting chaired by the Hon'ble Chief Minister on May 5, 2025, following NCRTC's formal request. Work on its DPR has since commenced, marking significant progress on another crucial intercity transportation link.
The Delhi–Panipat–Karnal Namo Bharat Corridor is also advancing steadily, with its revised DPR under active consideration by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. Initially approved in December 2020 with a 103.02 km stretch and 17 stations, the project has now been expanded to 136.30 km with provision for 21 stations. The revised DPR projects a completion cost of ₹33,051.15 crore, with Haryana's share estimated at ₹7,472.11 crore, while promising improved financial and economic returns.
Meanwhile, the DPR for the Delhi–Shahjahanpur–Neemrana–Behror (SNB) Namo Bharat Corridor is also under examination by the Ministry, further reinforcing Haryana's pivotal role in expanding high-speed regional connectivity across the National Capital Region.
Additional Chief Secretary, Transport, Sh. Raja Sekhar Vundru, Additional Chief Secretary, Town & Country Planning and Urban Estates Department, Sh. AK Singh, Commissioner & Secretary, Finance Department, Mohammed Shayin and other senior officers were present in the meeting.
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Ensure compliance with instructions regarding Special Intensive Revision, Haryana Chief Electoral Officer tells DEOs
Training to be given to officers and employees related to SIR
Chandigarh, September 15 – Haryana Chief Electoral Officer Sh. A. Sreenivas informed that the Election Commission of India had organized a meeting of Chief Electoral Officers of all states on September 10, in which directions were given to implement Special Intensive Revision (SIR) across the country. In this direction, the Haryana CEO organized a meeting with all DEOs.
Haryana Chief Electoral Officer Sh. A. Sreenivas told all District Election Officers that in places where the post of BLO is vacant, appointments should be made soon and their ID cards should be issued, so that there is no hindrance in the work of preparing the new voter list. Apart from this, officers and employees related to SIR should be given training.
The Chief Electoral Officer gave these directions today to the District Election Officers and Electoral Registration Officers through video conferencing regarding SIR. He asked the District Election Officers and Electoral Registration Officers to ensure compliance with the instructions issued from time to time by the Election Commission of India regarding SIR.
He said according to the guidelines of the Commission regarding SIR, the new voter list will be prepared. The Commission has directed that all BLOs will match the current voter list of Haryana with the voter list of the year 2002 by October 20. If a voter's name is registered in both voter lists, they will not be required to provide any documents.
Sh. A. Sreenivas, while giving instructions to all DEOs, said that BLOs will go to every voter’s house to fill the enumeration form for the new voter list. For this, two copies of the form will be given to the voter to fill. Out of these, one copy will remain with the voter and the other copy will be taken by the BLO for preparing the new voter list.
He said as per the directions of the Election Commission of India, rationalization of polling stations will be done on the basis of the maximum number of 1200 voters. If there are more than 1200 voters, then a new polling station should be created.
He also directed that meetings should be organized from time to time with representatives of all recognized national and state-level political parties located in the district, and the list of booth level agents should be obtained from all. In addition, the printing of enumeration sheets and their timely availability to BLOs should be ensured.
The Chief Electoral Officer said that the voter lists of the year 2002 and the finally published voter list of the year 2024 are available on the department’s website for the convenience of the general public. The Chief Electoral Officer appealed to all registered voters of the state, the youth who are eligible to become voters, and representatives of all political parties to extend their cooperation in the SIR being carried out to prepare an error-free voter list of the state.
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Phool Chand Meena gets additional charge
Chandigarh, September 15 – Sh. Phool Chand Meena, Commissioner & Secretary, Human Resources Department (designate), has been given the additional charge of Commissioner & Secretary, General Administration Department, in addition to his present duties.
An order in this regard was issued by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi
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CISF extends MoU with Mpower for three years
Chandigarh, September 15 – The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Mpower, a mental health social enterprise under the Aditya Birla Education Trust (ABET), for a period of three years. This extension follows the successful implementation of Project Mann, a pioneering mental health initiative jointly launched by CISF and Mpower.
Sharing information in this regard, a spokesperson from the CISF unit at the Punjab and Haryana Civil Secretariat said that during the event, the MoU was formally signed by President, Mpower, Smt. Parveen Sheikh, and Vice President, Sanrakshika, CISF, Smt. Sudha Senthil.
The initial MoU for Project Mann was signed in November 2024 for a period of one year. Over the past year, more than 75,000 CISF personnel and their family members have benefited from professional mental health services.
The spokesperson said that Currently, 23 Mpower counselors and clinical psychologists provide services across 13 CISF sectors. Under the extended MoU, the number of counselors will rise to 30, and coverage will be expanded to additional cities, including Patna, Ahmedabad, Prayagraj, Bhopal/Indore, Jammu, Chandigarh, Jaipur, and Cochin.
The spokesperson further said that Project Mann has been widely recognised for its benefits, including reducing negative perceptions around mental health, promoting timely help-seeking behavior, enhancing emotional resilience and coping skills, ensuring care even in remote or sensitive locations, and helping reduce absenteeism, fatigue, and long-term mental health issues.
Director General, CISF, Sh. Rajwinder Singh Bhatti also remained present.
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HAFED to Establish Modern Mustard Oil Mill at Rampura, Rewari under PPP Model
Chandigarh, September 15 - The Haryana State Cooperative Supply and Marketing Federation Limited (HAFED) will set up of a state-of-the-art Mustard Oil Mill at Rampura in Rewari district, with an initial processing capacity of 150 TPD (expandable up to 300 TPD). The project will be executed on a Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) basis under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. The information was shared during a meeting chaired by Haryana Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi here today.
It was informed that the plant is expected to be operational within 18 months from the date of award of contract, ensuring world-class processing standards and efficient supply chain management.
The Rampura site enjoys strategic advantages, drawing from key mustard-producing districts such as Bhiwani, Mahendragarh, Hisar, Rohtak, Jhajjar, and Rewari. Together, these districts contribute nearly 60% of Haryana’s total rapeseed-mustard production, ensuring strong raw material availability. With an annual requirement of 45,000 MT—around 10% of the catchment’s availability—the plant is well positioned for consistent operations.
The proposed site lies within a 200 km radius of the catchment area, supported by excellent road and rail connectivity. This will enable smooth procurement, transportation, and distribution, strengthening the competitiveness of Haryana’s oilseed sector.
Additional Chief Secretary, Town & Country Planning and Urban Estates Department, Sh. AK Singh, Additional Chief Secretary, Cooperation, Sh. Vijayendra Kumar, Managing Director, HAFED, Sh. Mukul Kumar and other senior officers were present in the meeting.