*Rs 399.85 crore approved for Public Health Department works: Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini*
*Rest house to be constructed in Karnal at a cost of Rs 29.91 crore*
*Floors of waterworks across the State to be concreted*
Chandigarh, October 21- Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that waterworks and boosting stations are being constructed and pipelines laid to ensure the availability of adequate clean drinking water to the people of the State. In addition, the floors of all waterworks and boosting stations are being laid with reinforced cement concrete (RCC) to prevent water leakage.
The Chief Minister was chairing a meeting of the High Powered Purchase Committee and the High Powered Works Purchase Committee in Chandigarh on Wednesday.
Education Minister Sh. Mahipal Dhanda, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Sh. Shyam Singh Rana, Public Health Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa and Irrigation Minister Smt. Shruti Choudhry were also present at the meeting.
The Chief Minister approved the execution of 13 works of the Public Health Department, estimated at approximately Rs 419.34 crore, for Rs 399.85 crore, resulting in savings of Rs 19.49 crore. These include sewer line cleaning works using CIPP technology. This latest technology eliminates the need to excavate sewer lines and enables repairs to be carried out from within an operational line.
In Rohtak city, spiral lining and RCC works on the major sewer line from Gandhi Nagar to Main Jhajjar Road will be undertaken at a cost of Rs 15.90 crore, while repairs and renovation of other damaged sewer lines will be carried out at a cost of Rs 17.25 crore. Similarly, Rs 16 crore will be spent on RCC works for the sewer line in Singhpura and Rs 15 crore on repairing the sewer line at Sukhpura Chowk, Rohtak.
In Shahzadpur, Ambala, sewer lines will be laid, a 3 MLD sewage treatment plant (STP) constructed, and drinking water pipeline and other works undertaken at a cost of Rs 48 crore. Similarly, sewer line rehabilitation and laying works will be carried out in Jagadhri city at a cost of Rs 24 crore. In addition, Rs 42.50 crore will be spent on constructing a canal for the canal-based waterworks, a 2 MLD STP and other works in Dhanori.
In the meeting, approval was also given for an expenditure of Rs 31.50 crore for laying RCC on the floor of the main waterworks tank in Ratia city and undertaking other works. In Hisar city, Rs 33.95 crore will be spent on a 10 MLD STP and intermediate pumping station works. Approval was granted for works costing Rs 54 crore in Kamri village, including the construction of new waterworks and a boosting station, RCC works for waterworks tanks, and the construction of a 2 MLD STP.
The Chief Minister approved the dismantling of the Public Health Department’s building in Panchkula and the construction of a new building at a cost of Rs 58.50 crore. Similarly, sewerage facilities and an STP will be developed in Ghasera village of Nuh district under the Mahagram Scheme at a cost of Rs 17.90 crore. A 5 MLD waterworks will be constructed in Asrawas village of Mahendragarh district at a cost of Rs 25.49 crore.
*Lokayukta building to be constructed in Panchkula at a cost of Rs 18.40 crore*
A Lokayukta building will be constructed in Panchkula at a cost of approximately Rs 18.40 crore, while the construction of a TB hospital in Ambala will be completed at a cost of Rs 22.80 crore. Similarly, Rs 29.91 crore will be spent on the construction of a rest house in Karnal. A sports stadium, including a synthetic track, will be constructed in Pichopa village of Charkhi Dadri at a cost of Rs 11.60 crore. Approval was also granted for the construction of a bridge and RCC structures on the Bhaloth Sub-Branch.
The construction of an academic block at Chaudhary Ranbir Singh University, Jind, at a cost of Rs 54.50 crore was also approved. Approval was granted for the construction of a 224-bed hostel for Scheduled Caste students at Indira Gandhi University, Meerpur, at a cost of Rs 14.50 crore.
*Construction of building for State Environment Impact Assessment Authority approved*
Approval was also granted for the construction of a building for the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA), Haryana. The building, to be constructed in MDC Sector 5, Panchkula, will cost Rs 16 crore.
Approval was also granted for the construction of two stormwater drains in Panchkula—at Singh Nallah and from BEL Factory to Bhagwan Parshuram Chowk—at an estimated cost of Rs 34.30 crore. Similarly, approval was granted for an expenditure of Rs 49.50 crore on the construction of a 100 MLD automated water treatment plant and a clear water reservoir at the waterworks in Chandu Budhera, Gurugram.
Several works of the Haryana Warehousing Corporation, Public Works Department, Irrigation Department and power distribution corporations were also approved. Approval was granted for the construction of warehouses in Cheeka, Dhandur, Hansi and Julana. In addition, the remaining portion of NH-709 in Bhiwani, Jind and Karnal will be completed.
An auditorium, shops, a 50-room hotel and parking facilities will be constructed as part of a convention centre spread over five acres at IMC Sohna, at a cost of Rs 51 crore. The Gurugram–Pataudi Road via Gadoli to the Dwarka Expressway will also be upgraded and strengthened at a cost of Rs 30.85 crore.
Chief Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh. Rajesh Khullar, Additional Chief Secretary Sh. Sudhir Rajpal, Additional Chief Secretary Sh. A. K. Singh, Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Dr. Yashpal Yadav and other senior officers also remained present at the meeting.
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**Health Department Directs Hospitals to Ensure Uninterrupted Services During Electricity Employees’ Strike**
**Dr. Sumita Misra directs civil surgeons to ensure power backup, emergency services, ambulance availability and cold-chain maintenance from October 22 to 24**
Chandigarh, October 21 – Haryana Additional Chief Secretary, Health & Family Welfare, Dr. Sumita Misra, has directed all Civil Surgeons and Principal Medical Officers across the state to ensure uninterrupted functioning of health services and healthcare institutions in view of the three-day strike announced by electricity department employees from October 22 to 24, 2026.
In view of the proposed strike, the Health Department has issued detailed instructions to ensure that patients do not face any inconvenience and that essential medical services, emergency care and critical healthcare operations continue without disruption.
As per the directions issued all health institutions have been instructed to ensure adequate arrangements for generator sets during the strike period. Wherever necessary, generator sets must be hired immediately to ensure an uninterrupted power supply.
The department has also directed that electricians be available round the clock, on a 24x7 basis, and remain stationed at their respective headquarters to address any electricity-related emergency without delay.
To ensure effective coordination and prompt decision-making, every health institution must appoint a nodal officer. The name, designation and mobile number of the designated officer are to be communicated immediately to the office of the undersigned.
Special emphasis has been laid on maintaining the cold chain, which is essential for the safe storage of vaccines and other temperature-sensitive medical supplies. Health institutions have been directed to keep generator sets ready to prevent any disruption in cold-chain maintenance.
The instructions further require all institutions to remain prepared to handle emergencies and ensure the availability of ambulances at all times. Alternative arrangements must also be made in coordination with other health institutions so that emergency cases can be managed without interruption.
The department has additionally directed that private hospitals be contacted to ensure coordination in case of any emergency and that they also make adequate arrangements for generator sets during the strike period.
The instructions clarify that the User Money Fund may be utilised, if required, to meet the expenditure involved in making the necessary arrangements.
The directions have been issued to all Civil Surgeons and Principal Medical Officers in Haryana to ensure that healthcare services remain fully functional throughout the proposed strike period from October 22 to 24, 2026.
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*Intensify Food Safety Surveillance During Festive Season: Arti Singh Rao*
*Directs collection of 100–150 surveillance samples in each district, calls for the formation of special district-level food surveillance teams*
Chandigarh, October 21: Haryana Health Minister Arti Singh Rao has directed officials to intensify the food safety surveillance campaign across the state in view of the festive season. She has instructed the Food and Drug Administration to collect 100–150 surveillance samples of food items in each district.
Dr. Manoj Kumar, Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, said that the Health Minister has issued directions to further strengthen the food safety surveillance campaign across the state. The primary objective is to ensure that the public has access to safe, pure, high-quality and unadulterated food products. Special emphasis is being placed on ensuring the quality and safety of food items, particularly in view of the increased consumption of sweets, milk and dairy products during the festive season of Diwali and Chhath Puja.
He stated that, under this special campaign, letters have been sent to all Deputy Commissioners in Haryana, asking them to constitute district-level special food surveillance teams under the supervision of the district administration, in coordination with the concerned Designated Officers (Food Safety) and Food Safety Officers.
These teams will conduct inspections and collect surveillance samples from major markets, sweet shops, dairies, milk vendors and other food business establishments to identify substandard, adulterated and unsafe food products.
The district-level special surveillance teams have been assigned a target of collecting 100–150 additional food surveillance samples per district, separate from the samples routinely collected by Food Safety Officers. The initiative aims to strengthen the independent surveillance mechanism, bring more markets within the ambit of the campaign, and ensure effective monitoring of food quality and safety across the state.
He added that special attention would be given to sweets, milk, paneer, khoya, ghee and other commonly consumed food products during the campaign.
Dr. Manoj Kumar has directed the concerned officials to ensure that all surveillance samples are collected in accordance with the prescribed procedures, properly documented and sent to the designated food testing laboratories for analysis within the stipulated time frame.
The analysis reports received from the laboratories will be monitored regularly, and prompt action will be taken as per the rules in cases where food samples are found not to conform to the prescribed standards.
He further stated that, to ensure transparency and accountability in the food safety system, officials at the FDA headquarters have been directed to upload data every week on the department's state portal regarding food samples found to be substandard or unsafe, based on laboratory analysis reports.
This system will facilitate systematic monitoring of sample analysis reports, district-wise progress and regulatory and enforcement actions taken. It will also help raise public awareness about food safety.
*2,428 Food Samples Collected Between April 1 and September 30, 2026*
Dr. Manoj Kumar informed that Food Safety Officers in Haryana collected a total of 2,428 food samples between April 1 and September 30, 2026. These included 1,239 enforcement samples and 1,189 surveillance samples.
Following laboratory analysis, 232 enforcement samples and 149 surveillance samples were found not to conform to the prescribed food safety standards. Necessary regulatory and enforcement action has been initiated in these cases in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the rules and regulations framed thereunder.
The Commissioner clarified that whenever surveillance samples are found not to meet the prescribed standards, the concerned Food Safety Officer will immediately review the laboratory report. Wherever necessary, a separate enforcement sample will be collected in accordance with the prescribed legal procedure, and action will be taken under the provisions of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
The objective of this process is to ensure timely and effective action against violations related to food safety.
He said that the department is committed to protecting public health through a robust food safety surveillance system, coordinated action with district administrations, regular review of laboratory reports and effective implementation of food safety laws.
He appealed to all food business operators to comply with the prescribed hygiene and quality standards and refrain from manufacturing, storing, distributing or selling substandard, adulterated or unsafe food products.
Health Minister Arti Singh Rao also appealed to the public to remain vigilant while purchasing food items, buy food products only from reliable sources, and report any suspected food adulteration or food safety-related activity to the concerned authorities.
The State Government is committed to providing safe food to every citizen of Haryana through effective surveillance, transparency and strict regulatory action.
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Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini redressing the grievances of the people
Chandigarh, 21.10.26-Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini redressing the grievances of the people at his residence Sant Kabir Kutir in Chandigarh on October 21, 2026.
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*Haryana Invites Entries for Good Governance Awards 2026; Online Applications can be submitted from November 1*
Chandigarh, October 21: The Haryana Government has invited entries for the Haryana Good Governance Award Scheme 2026 to recognise and reward government employees for their extraordinary work, innovative initiatives and outstanding contributions towards promoting good governance in the state.
In a letter issued by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, it has been informed that the scheme aims to encourage innovation, improve administrative efficiency and recognise initiatives that deliver positive outcomes for citizens. Online applications will open on November 1, 2026, and the last date for submission is November 25, 2026.
The scheme covers eligible employees of Haryana Government departments, boards, corporations, statutory authorities, missions, societies, institutes, universities and public sector undertakings owned and controlled by the state government. Employees belonging to Groups A, B, C and D, excluding Administrative Secretaries, Heads of Departments and All India Services officers, are eligible. Contractual manpower engaged through Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam Limited, HARTRON, NIC, District IT Societies or under the Outsourcing Policy is also covered.
The awards will be presented at two levels: State Level Awards, comprising State Flagship Awards and State Awards, and District Level Awards.
Under the State Flagship Award and State Award categories, up to five awards each may be conferred. Each awardee will receive a trophy, an appreciation certificate signed by the Chief Secretary, and a cash prize of Rs. 51,000 per member. For team awards, a maximum of four members will be considered, with each member receiving an equal amount irrespective of rank or status.
At the district level, up to five awards may be conferred in each district. Each awardee will receive a trophy, an appreciation certificate signed by the concerned Divisional Commissioner on the recommendation of the Deputy Commissioner, and a cash prize of Rs. 31,000 per member. Teams comprising a maximum of four members may be considered, with equal prize money for all members.
Applications for State Level Awards must be routed through the concerned Heads of Departments and Administrative Secretaries to the General Administration Department (Research Unit). Heads of Departments will provide detailed remarks on applications before forwarding them to the concerned Administrative Secretary for recommendations. Administrative Secretaries, in consultation with Heads of Departments, may also nominate eligible officials or teams on their own initiative, with a detailed justification.
For State Flagship Awards, Administrative Secretaries may recommend flagship schemes of their respective departments along with the names of up to four individuals who formulated and/or implemented the scheme. The State Level Empowered Committee may also identify eligible schemes on its own initiative.
At the district level, applications and nominations will be received through the Heads of Offices by the District Level Empowered Committee, chaired by the Deputy Commissioner. The Superintendent of Police or Deputy Commissioner of Police (Headquarters) will be a member, while the Additional Deputy Commissioner will serve as Member-Secretary.
Applicants must submit a project statement of not more than 200 words outlining the initiative, implementation strategies, period of implementation, achievements, outcomes, positive impact, scalability and sustainability. A PowerPoint presentation of up to 10 slides, HRMS Payee Code allotted by NIC, name, designation and place of posting or deployment must also be provided.
The performance period eligible for consideration under the scheme is January 1, 2025, to October 30, 2026. Submission through the official portal is mandatory.
The awardees are expected to be finalised, preferably before December 15, 2026, at both state and district levels. A scheme or initiative that has already received an award will not be eligible for consideration in subsequent years.
For applications and further details, eligible employees can visit: haryanagoodgovernanceawards.haryana.gov.in
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*Resolve pending irrigation-related issues on priority- Shruti Choudhry*
*Cabinet Minister reviews flood protection and maintenance works; directs officers to prepare better plans for the future*
Chandigarh, October 21- Haryana Irrigation and Water Resources Minister, Smt. Shruti Choudhry on Wednesday comprehensively reviewed irrigation-related issues, ongoing projects and proposed development works in Charkhi Dadri and Bhiwani districts at a meeting held here. She directed officers to resolve pending matters on priority and accelerate the implementation of development projects.
During a review meeting with officers of the LWS and YWS Circles, Bhiwani, the Cabinet Minister discussed issues related to forest clearances, prevention of water theft, land alignment, and encroachments in detail.
She said pending clearances and other issues should be addressed promptly so development works are not unnecessarily delayed and projects can be implemented smoothly.
Smt. Shruti Choudhry also reviewed the progress of flood protection and maintenance works undertaken during the past three years. She emphasised taking necessary action in respect of these works and preparing better plans for the future, so that flood protection works are implemented in a time-bound manner and effective maintenance of irrigation infrastructure is ensured.
In the meeting review was also done regarding pending irrigation-related issues, ongoing projects and proposed development works in the Loharu, Bhiwani, Tosham, Bawani Khera and Badhra Assembly constituencies. The Cabinet Minister directed the officers concerned to resolve the issues of the area promptly and take necessary steps to complete approved and ongoing projects within the stipulated timelines.
The Cabinet Minister said that strengthening the irrigation system, ensuring better management of water resources and providing relief to farmers from irrigation-related problems are among the Government’s priorities. She directed officers to work in coordination with one another, regularly monitor projects and accord priority to works concerning public interest.
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*Shrimad Bhagwat Katha brings peace, spiritual strength and direction to life- Chief Minister*
Chandigarh, October 21: Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that renowned spiritual Kathavachak Acharya Indresh Upadhyay’s discourse brings Lord Krishna’s teachings alive, connecting devotees with his message through devotion and wisdom.
Addressing devotees at the Shrimad Bhagwat Katha in Sector 34, Chandigarh, on Wednesday, he said the sacred discourse brings peace to the mind, strength to the soul and fresh direction to life. True success, he said, lies in becoming a person with good values, rather than merely acquiring wealth.
Highlighting the contribution of saints to preserving Sanatan culture, he recalled Lord Krishna’s timeless message at Kurukshetra: one has a right to action, but not to its fruits. He also cited efforts under Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi to preserve India’s cultural and spiritual heritage.
The Chief Minister urged parents and elders to spend time with children and guide them away from bad company. Advising youth to avoid despair and anger, he stressed balanced mobile phone use, saying phones must not become their masters.
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*Government firmly backs power employees, will strongly defend their interests before APTEL- Chief Minister*
*Chief Minister chairs key review meeting with Administrative Secretaries and Deputy Commissioners to assess arrangements for three-day statewide strike by power employee unions*
*Government’s doors open for talks, says Chief Minister; appeals to unions to defer strike*
Chandigarh, October 21- Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the State Government stands firmly with power employees and will strongly represent their case before the Appellate Tribunal for Electricity (APTEL) against HERC’s decision to grant a private company a licence to supply electricity in Gurugram and Nuh. He said the Government is ready to engage lawyers trusted by the power unions to pursue the case. Reiterating that the Government’s doors are always open for dialogue, he appealed to the unions to defer their strike in the public interest.
The Chief Minister was chairing a key review meeting with Administrative Secretaries at the Haryana Civil Secretariat on Wednesday to assess arrangements for the three-day statewide strike called by the Haryana Power Employees and Engineers Joint Struggle Front. Deputy Commissioners of all districts joined the meeting online. Energy Minister Sh. Anil Vij, Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi and Director General of Police Sh. Ajay Singhal were also present.
The Chief Minister said that the Government, along with the power unions, has opposed HERC’s decision to allow a private company to supply electricity in Gurugram and Nuh from the outset. In keeping with the demand of the power employee unions, the Government has decided to challenge the decision before APTEL. He reiterated that the Government stands firmly with power employees on this issue and its doors are always open for talks. He told the unions that, if they so wished, the Government was prepared to pursue the case through lawyers of their choice. The Chief Minister appealed to the power unions to defer the strike in the public interest.
The Chief Minister directed all Deputy Commissioners to ensure that the public does not face any inconvenience during the three-day statewide strike called by the Power Employees and Engineers Joint Struggle Front. He said that all departments must work proactively to prevent any disruption during the strike and ensure that no power installation is damaged. He also directed that drones be deployed to monitor sensitive installations.
He said that adequate police personnel should be deployed in all districts as required to prevent antisocial elements from creating disturbances under the cover of the strike. He added that Deputy Commissioners could also enlist technical staff working in different departments, employees working in industries and final-year students of polytechnic colleges and ITIs to help maintain smooth power supply. However, they must be provided with safety kits before being assigned work, and all safety measures must be followed.
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini directed all Deputy Commissioners to constitute district-level committees to submit regular reports to the high-level committee headed by the Chief Secretary in Chandigarh. Deputy Commissioners should remain in contact with headquarters through hotline numbers, while separate control room numbers should be publicised to receive complaints from the public.
The Chief Minister said that disturbances under the cover of the power employee unions’ strike would not be tolerated under any circumstances. Strict legal action would be taken against any antisocial element attempting to damage a power station or power grid, as such acts would amount to a waste of public money, which the Government would not tolerate.
In view of the festive season, the Chief Minister directed officials to make arrangements to ensure that the public does not face inconvenience because of the strike. He also directed that services provided by all other departments continue uninterrupted. He issued further necessary directions to Deputy Commissioners and other officials to minimise the impact of the strike.
Energy Minister Sh. Anil Vij said that HERC is an independent regulator under the Central Government. He said that the Government had not invited applications for granting a licence to a private company to supply electricity in Haryana. HERC’s regulations provide for companies to apply for such a licence. The Government, along with the Engineers’ Association, has opposed the grant of a licence to the private company from the outset and will appeal against the decision. He said that the power unions could bring any suggestions or possible course of action to the Government’s notice so that both sides could jointly pursue the case more effectively.
Director General of Police Sh. Ajay Singhal said that adequate security measures had been put in place for the strike. A total of 6,230 police personnel had been deployed at 1,015 locations across all districts. Police would take prompt action on complaints received on the number 1501. He said that police control rooms and helpline numbers had also been established in all districts and security arrangements were being reviewed continuously. All police officers had been directed to ensure foolproof security arrangements during the strike.
Commissioner and Secretary, Energy Department, Smt. Ashima Brar said that the Haryana Power Employees and Engineers Joint Struggle Front had called the three-day strike with only one day’s notice. To ensure that the public does not face difficulties during the strike, the department would enlist the services of retired employees and power employees from neighbouring states. She said that director-level officers would be stationed at the control room set up by the department. The strike would also be videographed, and comprehensive arrangements had been made to deal with it. Officers had also been assigned duties to ensure the availability of electricity and water.