*Intersoft Company contributes Rs.36 Lakh for Revival of Saraswati River*

*Cheque amounting to Rs. 36 lakh handed over to Saraswati Heritage Development Board under CSR initiative*

Chandigarh, September 27 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini was presented with a cheque amounting to Rs.36 lakh from the Director, Intersoft Company, Sh. Sandeep Pase, to support the revival of the historic Saraswati River. The contribution has been made to the Saraswati Heritage Development Board as part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment.

Praising Intersoft Company for their contribution, the Chief Minister said that such initiatives reflect the growing participation of the private sector in preserving Haryana’s cultural and historical legacy. He emphasized that reviving the Saraswati River remains one of the state government’s top priorities, and consistent efforts are being made to restore it.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini further stated that along with development, the government is equally focused on reviving and preserving its cultural heritage for future generations. He added that the involvement of citizens and private organizations in the Saraswati River revival project sets an inspiring example of collaborative efforts.

Deputy Chairman, Saraswati Heritage Development Board, Sh. Dhuman Singh Kirmach, Advisor, Foreign Cooperation Department, Sh. Pawan Choudhary also remained present on this occasion.

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*MoU on Clean City Partnership signed in Karnal in the presence of CM*

*Karnal Municipal Corporation signs MoU with municipal bodies of five cities*

*Cleanliness competition to be held among cities in Haryana as well*

Chandigarh, September 27 –In a significant step towards strengthening urban cleanliness initiatives, a Clean City Partnership Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in Karnal in the presence of Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini. The ceremony, held at the District Secretariat Auditorium on Saturday, marked the beginning of a collaborative effort to promote cleanliness and environmental sustainability across urban areas of the state. On this occasion, Karnal Municipal Corporation entered into an MoU with five municipal bodies, reinforcing the government’s commitment to achieving the objectives of the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) in a structured and result-oriented manner. Union Minister for Power, Housing and Urban Affairs, Sh. Manohar Lal joined the event from Sonipat via video conferencing and highlighted the importance of the Clean City Partnership with various municipal bodies across the country.

On this occasion, Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Karnal secured the third position in the country in the recent cleanliness survey. Now, Karnal will mentor five cities of the state namely Siwan and Rajound (Kaithal), Ismailabad (Kurukshetra), Narnaund (Hisar), and Kalanwali (Sirsa) on cleanliness. He added that other towns and cities will also be developed as clean, green, and beautiful by fulfilling the set cleanliness parameters.

*Cleanliness competition to be held among cities in Haryana*

The Chief Minister said that a Cleanliness competition will also be organised among cities within Haryana. He said that a ranking system has been created for cities in the state, along with certain parameters. Continuous work is being carried out in municipal corporations, municipal councils, and municipal committees to maintain cleanliness so that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s vision of a clean, green, and beautiful state can be realized..

*Let us all unite to make the Swachhata Abhiyan a success under the Prime Minister’s leadership, says CM*

Later, while interacting with the mediapersons, the Chief Minister said that cities that performed well in the Swachhata rankings have each adopted five other cities to help them become clean in the future. Along with Karnal, Sonipat also secured a good rank in the previous cleanliness survey. Today, Sonipat has adopted Hodal, Narnaul, Pataudi Mandi, Farukhnagar, and Kundli. He emphasized that maintaining cleanliness can help prevent many diseases, and it is everyone’s collective responsibility to make the Swachhata Abhiyan, launched under the able leadership of the Prime Minister, a huge success.

*Paddy procurement continues smoothly*

In response to a question, the Chief Minister said that paddy procurement is underway smoothly. Efforts are being made to install electronic weighing scales in the markets (mandis). The district administration has appointed officers to oversee procurement arrangements and ensure that paddy is purchased properly in the mandis, he added.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that during the Congress government, crop loss compensation was rarely provided, and farmers had to wait endlessly, sometimes receiving cheques for just one or two rupees. In contrast, his government has ensured timely payment for crop loss. This year too, farmers who have registered on the compensation portal will receive compensation promptly after verification.

MLA, Sh. Jagmohan Anand, Assandh MLA, Sh. Yoginder Rana, Director General, Urban Local Bodies Department, Dr. Pankaj, Deputy Commissioner, Sh. Uttam Singh, Mayor Smt. Renu Bala and officers from various municipal bodies were present on this occasion.

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Revision of GST rates will boost PM Narendra Modi’s ‘Vocal for Local’ vision and lead the nation towards self-reliance says, Shyam Singh Rana

Chandigarh, September 27-Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Fisheries, and Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister, Sh. Shyam Singh Rana said that the GST rate revision by the Central Government is a historic decision. The Cabinet Minister was addressing a GST-related programme organised by the Haryana Excise and Taxation Department at Safal, Radaur today.

In his address, the Minister said that this decision will boost industries and bring relief from inflation. The revision of GST rates will strengthen Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative and move the nation towards self-reliance.

Sh. Rana highlighted that with only two GST slabs — 5 percent and 18 percent, inflation will be significantly reduced. The revised rates have come into effect from September 22. The GST reforms will improve living standards, provide a new boost to consumption and development.

Speaking on cleanliness, the Cabinet Minister said that other nations lead in sanitation because their citizens take it seriously. If we want our villages, towns, state and country to excel in cleanliness, we must all step forward and contribute, he added.

The Agriculture Minister also called on everyone to support the Prime Minister’s initiative, ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’. If we want to protect our environment from pollution and avoid severe diseases, we must join this campaign, he said. Highlighting the state’s progress, he added that under Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini’s leadership, Haryana is setting new benchmarks in development and is being followed as a model by other states.

DETC (Sales and Tax) Sh. Aditendra Singh Takshak, ETO, Sh. Praveen Kapil and others were also present.

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*Farmers to receive additional Rs. 50 per quintal on millet procured by state agencies*

*Rs. 575 per quintal to be transferred directly to farmers’ bank accounts under ‘Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana’*

Chandigarh, September 27-In the interest of farmers, the Haryana Government has decided to increase the procurement price of millet being purchased by procurement agencies in the state by Rs. 50 per quintal. Millet will now be procured at Rs. 2,200 per quintal and Rs. 575 per quintal will be transferred directly to farmers’ bank accounts under the ‘Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana’.

With this decision, farmers will receive a total payment of Rs.2,775 per quintal for millet procured by the government, matching the Minimum Support Price (MSP) fixed by the Government of India.

Sharing information in this regard a spokesperson of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department said that earlier the procurement price was Rs. 2,150 per quintal, and Rs. 625 per quintal was transferred to farmers' accounts, resulting in the state's farmers receiving the MSP set by the Government of India.

The spokesperson further informed that after reviewing the market rates of millet and keeping the farmers’ interest in mind, this decision has been taken.

If private traders purchase millet from farmers in the state through the e-Kharid system at a rate higher than Rs. 2,200 per quintal, the government will still pay farmers Rs. 575 per quintal under the ‘Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana’. In such cases, farmers will benefit by receiving an amount higher than the MSP fixed by the Government of India, the spokesperson added.

Notably, to benefit farmers, the state government has already advanced the procurement of millet during the Kharif season 2025-26, which was to start from October 1, and has been started from September 23. A total of 92 mandis/procurement centres have been set up for millet procurement across the state. The procurement of millet in the state is being done by HAFED and Haryana State Warehousing Corporation procurement agencies.

The spokesperson also said that this year, 5,06,313 farmers in the state have registered themselves for millet procurement on the ‘Meri Fasal Mera Byora portal’.

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*PM has instilled the spirit of cleanliness across the nation through ‘Swachh Bharat’ mission, says Krishna Lal Panwar*

Chandigarh, September 27- Haryana Development and Panchayat and Mines and Geology Minister, Sh. Krishan Lal Panwar, said that cleanliness is not the responsibility of a single individual but a collective duty of all. Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi launched the ‘Swachh Bharat’ abhiyan on October 2, 2014, appealing to all citizens of India to actively participate. By transforming it into a nationwide mass movement, the Prime Minister has successfully kindled the spirit of cleanliness in every corner of the country.

Sh. Krishna Lal Panwar said this while speaking as the Chief Guest at a state-level ceremony organised by the Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Department in Gadhpuri village, Palwal.

Notably, 22 Sarpanches from across Haryana, leading in cleanliness efforts, were honored for their exemplary work. The Minister urged other Sarpanches to draw inspiration from them. Under the guidance of the Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, the campaign has been launched in 750 villages across the state, and all present were encouraged to take a pledge for cleanliness and hygiene.

Sh. Krishna Lal Panwar said that it is everyone’s responsibility to make Haryana Number One in cleanliness, achievable only through collective cooperation and participation.

He appealed to representatives of Zilla Parishads, Panchayat Samitis, and Gram Panchayats to promote “waste-to-best” practices and utilize waste for various productive purposes. He added that the government is planning to use cow dung from gaushalas for gas production through plants, with more than 100 gaushalas already identified for the initiative.

The Minister also stressed giving full respect and honor to Safai Karamchari, treating them with dignity, and highlighted that the government is continuously working for their welfare and upliftment.

Sh. Krishna Lal Panwar said that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi and Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, the state government is consistently working to realize the vision of Gram Swaraj. No shortage of funds will be allowed for village development.

Under the first phase of the department’s initiatives, 2,200 silted ponds will be renovated and beautified into grand parks. Where Gram Panchayat buildings are available, the government will set up Mahila Sanskriti Kendra, E-Libraries, and Indoor Gyms. Village streets will be paved, streetlights installed, and in villages without a Gram Secretariat, Rs. 25 lakh will be transferred via DBT to the accounts of the Sarpanches. Roads of 3rd and 4th karam in Sajra will also be concreted, he said.

The Minister urged representatives of Zilla Parishads, Panchayat Samitis, and Gram Panchayats to perform effectively at all levels and work in coordination. He also listened to the grievances and issues of the Sarpanches and called for their prompt resolution.

Sh. Krishna Lal Panwar highlighted that under the leadership of Prime Minister, Sh.Narendra Modi the central government is actively promoting the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative. The idea behind this campaign is that supporting local products will strengthen small entrepreneurs, gradually enabling their products to reach global markets, achieving the goal of ‘Local for Global’.

Director, Rural Development Department, Sh. Rahul Narwal, Deputy Commissioner, Dr. Harish Kumar Vashishth, Superintendent of Police, Sh. Varun Singla and other officers also remained present on this occasion.

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*Rao Narbir Singh Calls for Environmental Protection*

Chandigarh, September 27 – Haryana Environment, Forests and Wild Life Minister, Rao Narbir Singh, while participating in a tree plantation programme organized in Bhondsi village, Gurugram on Saturday urged the citizens to protect the environment. Addressing the programme held under the joint aegis of the Forest and Wildlife Department and ISKCON, the Minister planted saplings along with the villagers. MLA, Sohna, Sh. Tejpal Tanwar was also present at the event.

In his address, the Minister also urged citizens not to limit themselves to just planting trees, but to care for them as they would their own children. He emphasized that trees are our companions in life, and protecting them is essential to ensuring a healthy environment and a better future.

Expressing concern, Rao Narbir Singh stated that if the environment is not well, economic progress will also lose its significance. During the monsoon season, the Air Quality Index (AQI) remains normal for only two months, while for the remaining 9–10 months, pollution adversely affects both our health and the environment. He also appealed to citizens to avoid using polythene.

The Minister said that waterlogging in cities is primarily caused by polythene, which clogs sewer lines. He said that if we stop using polythene and make tree plantation a part of our lives, it will be possible to build clean and green cities alongside environmental protection.

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*A healthy mother leads to a strong family, says Dr. Arvind Sharma*

*Co-operation Minister visits health check-up camp at civil hospital, Gohana*

Chandigarh, September 27 – Haryana Co-operation and Heritage and Tourism Minister, Dr. Arvind Sharma said that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has consistently taken strong steps to empower women. He emphasised that the participation of every woman in the ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan’, launched on September 17 , will contribute to building a stronger nation. He urged the administration, doctors, and the public to encourage every woman to visit nearby health centers for check-ups.

Dr. Arvind Sharma visited the health check-up camp organised under the ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan’ at the Civil Hospital in Gohana on Saturday. During this he also distributed Ayushman cards to eligible beneficiaries.

The Minister highlighted that over the past 11 years, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has taken historic decisions to promote women’s empowerment. He stressed the importance of regular health check-ups for women to ensure their well-being.

The Cabinet Minister directed administrative officers, health department officers, and staff to ensure widespread awareness of the scheme in every household and to invite all women to attend the health check-up camps for free examinations. During the event, Dr. Sharma also distributed nutrition kits to tuberculosis patients. A total of 470 citizens received health check-ups at the camp, after which expert doctors provided guidance on appropriate treatment.

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GST rate revision by centre a historic step: Shyam Singh Rana

Revision of GST rates will boost PM Narendra Modi’s ‘Vocal for Local’ vision and lead the nation towards self-reliance says, Shyam Singh Rana

Chandigarh, September 27-Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Fisheries, and Animal Husbandry and Dairying Minister, Sh. Shyam Singh Rana said that the GST rate revision by the Central Government is a historic decision. The Cabinet Minister was addressing a GST-related programme organised by the Haryana Excise and Taxation Department at Safal, Radaur today.

In his address, the Minister said that this decision will boost industries and bring relief from inflation. The revision of GST rates will strengthen Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative and move the nation towards self-reliance.

Sh. Rana highlighted that with only two GST slabs — 5 percent and 18 percent, inflation will be significantly reduced. The revised rates have come into effect from September 22. The GST reforms will improve living standards, provide a new boost to consumption and development.

Speaking on cleanliness, the Cabinet Minister said that other nations lead in sanitation because their citizens take it seriously. If we want our villages, towns, state and country to excel in cleanliness, we must all step forward and contribute, he added.

The Agriculture Minister also called on everyone to support the Prime Minister’s initiative, ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’. If we want to protect our environment from pollution and avoid severe diseases, we must join this campaign, he said. Highlighting the state’s progress, he added that under Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini’s leadership, Haryana is setting new benchmarks in development and is being followed as a model by other states.

DETC (Sales and Tax) Sh. Aditendra Singh Takshak, ETO, Sh. Praveen Kapil and others were also present.

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*Parliamentary Committees Function like a Mini Parliaments, says Ravindra Garimella*

*Parliamentary Committees Function like a Mini Parliaments, says Ravindra Garimella*

Chandigarh, September 27– Former Joint Secretary of the Lok Sabha, Sh. Ravindra Garimella, said that parliamentary and legislative committees on various subjects function like a mini parliament. Members of these committees include representatives from all parties, not just the ruling side, and they take unanimous decisions despite differences of opinion, which prove effective for public welfare.

Sh. Ravindra Garimella said this while addressing the gathering at the closing ceremony of a two-day training programme on legislative drafting and capacity building, organised by the Haryana Vidhan Sabha in collaboration with the Institute of Constitutional and Parliamentary Studies, Lok Sabha, at the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Sector 26, Chandigarh on Saturday.

Speaking on the occasion he emphasized that these committees make decisions after in-depth study, debate, and discussion, which contribute to the formulation of policies and programs for public welfare. He added that the functioning of these committees plays a vital role in strengthening the roots of democracy. If the parliament and legislative assemblies are the temples of democracy, then committees are its pillars, keeping democratic traditions and values alive, he remarked.

*Three New Laws Aim to Ensure Quick and Effective Justice: Dr. Asad Malik*

Professor of Law Department, Jamia Millia Islamia University, New Delhi, Dr. Asad Malik shared significant insights on the constitution and law-making process. He stated that three new laws recently passed by Parliament aim to provide citizens with quick and effective justice.

Dr. Malik elaborated that Indian democracy is built on three fundamental pillars namely, the legislature, the executive, and the judiciary. Each has a distinct role, the legislature makes laws, the executive implements them, and the judiciary interprets them to ensure justice. He stressed that when laws are applied honestly and transparently, citizens receive timely justice.

He also discussed the process of drafting bills in the context of Article 14 of the Constitution and highlighted the relevance of judicial interpretation. Dr. Malik appealed to the participating officers and staff to adhere to the law themselves, as a strong democracy can only be built when respect for the law becomes a societal priority.

*Administrative Officers Must Avoid misuse of Power: Dr. Anurag Deep*

Professor of Law, Delhi University, Delhi, Dr. Anurag Deep , speaking on legislative drafting, elaborated on the core principles that should guide administrative officers. These include, avoiding misuse of authority, resolving disputes at the office level whenever possible, refraining from exploiting powers for personal gain, and maintaining accountability and responsibility.

Dr. Deep emphasized that the Indian Constitution must be the supreme guide in any law-making process. Disregarding constitutional principles is never acceptable. He added that legislative drafting is not just about preparing rules but also ensuring that citizens’ rights are protected and administrative systems remain transparent and effective. He concluded that democracy’s true spirit can only be realized when the Constitution is treated as the highest guiding authority.

*Administrative Officers Should Serve the Public with Ethics and Integrity- Former Chief Secretary Keshni Anand Arora*

Former Haryana Chief Secretary, Smt. Keshni Anand Arora, said that administrative officers should serve as public servants with ethics, integrity, impartiality, and transparency. She stressed that this forms the real foundation of good governance. While the path may be challenging, it ensures lasting success for both society and administration.

She noted that Haryana’s administrative framework should reflect the state’s culture and values, so that citizens feel their interests are being prioritized. Officers were encouraged to act with dedication, honesty, and responsiveness to public expectations, strengthening the bridge of trust between the government and society.

Smt. Keshni Anand Arora added that the responsibility of administration goes beyond implementing policies, it also involves empathetic dialogue with the public and transparent decision-making. She urged officers to incorporate human sensitivity and local culture into their work to make governance efforts more effective.

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*GST Reform marks a historic chapter of a new Economic Revolution- Union Minister Manohar Lal*

*Tax cuts aim to directly benefit the common citizen, says Union Minister*

Chandigarh, September 27 – Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Sh. Manohar Lal, said that the recent GST reforms are set to provide relief to farmers, industries, MSMEs, entrepreneurs, traders, and consumers alike. He described the reforms as the beginning of a “new economic revolution,” noting that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has reduced taxes on as many items as possible to directly benefit the common people.

Notably, under the new GST slabs, 90 percent of goods have seen rates reduced from 28 percent to 18 percent , while 99 percent of goods have been brought down from 18 percent to 5 percent.

Addressing a press conference in Panipat, Sh. Manohar Lal said the reduced tax rates would boost purchasing power, create new employment opportunities, provide savings for employees and small farmers, and attract greater investment. Education Minister, Sh. Mahipal Dhanda was also present on the occasion.

Sh. Manohar Lal added that the new GST slabs would accelerate industrial growth, enhance production capacity, increase demand for products, and create more employment opportunities for citizens. He said that thanks to the government’s prudent financial management, India has become the world’s fourth-largest economy. To strengthen the domestic economy and provide relief across all sections of society, the government has raised the income tax exemption limit to Rs. 12 lakh per year and reduced GST rates to 5 percent and 18 percent to further benefit the common people.

Sh. Manohar Lal also recalled that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi had promised tax reforms to the public on Independence Day, August 15, 2025, and assured that the government is actively shaping policies in investment, inclusion, and innovation to make India self-reliant in industry.

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*Farmers to receive additional Rs. 50 per quintal on millet procured by state agencies*

*Rs. 575 per quintal to be transferred directly to farmers’ bank accounts under ‘Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana’*

Chandigarh, September 27-In the interest of farmers, the Haryana Government has decided to increase the procurement price of millet being purchased by procurement agencies in the state by Rs. 50 per quintal. Millet will now be procured at Rs. 2,200 per quintal and Rs. 575 per quintal will be transferred directly to farmers’ bank accounts under the ‘Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana’.

With this decision, farmers will receive a total payment of Rs.2,775 per quintal for millet procured by the government, matching the Minimum Support Price (MSP) fixed by the Government of India.

Sharing information in this regard a spokesperson of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department said that earlier the procurement price was Rs. 2,150 per quintal, and Rs. 625 per quintal was transferred to farmers' accounts, resulting in the state's farmers receiving the MSP set by the Government of India.

The spokesperson further informed that after reviewing the market rates of millet and keeping the farmers’ interest in mind, this decision has been taken.

If private traders purchase millet from farmers in the state through the e-Kharid system at a rate higher than Rs. 2,200 per quintal, the government will still pay farmers Rs. 575 per quintal under the ‘Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana’. In such cases, farmers will benefit by receiving an amount higher than the MSP fixed by the Government of India, the spokesperson added.

Notably, to benefit farmers, the state government has already advanced the procurement of millet during the Kharif season 2025-26, which was to start from October 1, and has been started from September 23. A total of 92 mandis/procurement centres have been set up for millet procurement across the state. The procurement of millet in the state is being done by HAFED and Haryana State Warehousing Corporation procurement agencies.

The spokesperson also said that this year, 5,06,313 farmers in the state have registered themselves for millet procurement on the ‘Meri Fasal Mera Byora portal’.

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Unity and Spirit of Antyodaya necessary to Clean Cities: Union Minister Manohar Lal

Haryana to Play Leading Role in Swachh Shehar Jodi Initiative, says CM

Chandigarh, September 27 – Union Minister of Power and Housing and Urban Affairs, Sh. Manohar Lal said that the nation’s cities can be made clean and garbage-free only through unity and the spirit of Antyodaya. He said that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s launch of the Swachh Bharat Mission in 2014 carried forward Mahatma Gandhi’s resolve.

Addressing the launch of the Swachh Shehar Jodi (SSJ) Initiative at the IIT Education City campus in Sonipat on Saturday, Sh. Manohar Lal said the programme aims to foster collaboration between cities to improve urban sanitation.

Chief Minister, Sh.Nayab Singh Saini, speaking on the occasion via video conference from Karnal, said Haryana will play a leading role in this initiative. Five municipal corporations each from Sonipat and Karnal have been paired under the programme. He thanked Union Minister, Sh. Manohar Lal for initiating this collaborative effort to make India’s cities cleaner.

Largest-ever city-twinning structure for urban waste management

The Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Sh. Manohar Lal shared that under the SSJ initiative, 72 mentor cities and around 200 mentee cities have been paired. This is the largest city-twinning framework in the field of urban waste management to date. Cities were selected based on the latest Swachh Survekshan survey, with high-performing cities designated as mentors and those requiring improvement as mentees. Pairings were made based on geographical proximity and performance gaps to ensure practical and relevant knowledge exchange, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

During the national programme, all participating cities signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoUs), with municipal officers and political representatives present, marking the occasion as historic.

Super Swachh League and structured mentorship to drive urban sanitation

Sh. Manohar Lal highlighted the Ministry’s Super Swachh League (SSL), established to recognize consistent performers in Swachh Survekshan 2022, 2023, and 2024. Top three cities in five population categories have been included in this league and will form the foundation of mentor cities, while mentee cities are drawn from lower-ranked states, ensuring a practical, peer-learning approach.

He added that the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs issued official guidelines for the SSJ initiative on August 26, 2025, launching a 100-day action plan. During this period, each city pair will develop joint work plans with clear objectives and milestones, conduct site visits and experiential learning, share successes, address challenges, and lay the foundation for long-term capacity building. The initiative will be evaluated through Swachh Survekshan 2026.

City partnerships in Haryana set to lead collaborative urban governance

As part of the initiative, Karnal and Sonipat municipal corporations signed MoUs to mentor five smaller cities each. Karnal will guide Siwan, Ismailabad, Kalanwali, Narnaund, and Rajound municipalities, while Sonipat will support Pataudi, Farukhnagar, Kundli, Narnaul, and Hodal. The launch in Sonipat marks the beginning of a new era of collaborative urban governance and inter-city mentoring.

During the event, Sh. Manohar Lal also launched a cleanliness song written by Shailendra and sung by Amit Trivedi and Shreya Ghosal.

He also held discussions with Urban Local Bodies Ministers, Sh. Kailash Vijayvargiya (Madhya Pradesh) and Sh.Anil Kumar Sharma (Uttar Pradesh). MLA Rewari, Smt. Krishna Gahlawat, MLA Sonipat, Sh. Nikhil Madan, Mayor, Sh. Rajiv Jain, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Urban Development, Roopa Mishra and Commissioner & Secretary, Urban Local Bodies Department, Sh. Vikas Gupta.