National Hockey Player Olympian Navneet Kaur Meets Energy Minister Sh. Anil Vij in Chandigarh

Sh. Vij Blesses Olympian Navneet Kaur, Captain of Hero Hockey India League Champions SG Pipers and Championship's Best Player

Chandigarh, December 14 - National hockey player Olympian Navneet Kaur met with Haryana's Energy, Transport, and Labour Minister Sh. Anil Vij at his office in Chandigarh today. During the meeting, Sh.Vij expressed pride in Olympian Navneet Kaur, captain of the Hero Hockey India League champions SG Pipers from Ranchi and the Championship's Best Player, and gave her his blessings.

Sh. Vij said that Haryana's pride, Olympian Navneet Kaur, has created history with her outstanding performance in the Hero Hockey India League 2025-26. He expressed hope that she will continue to bring glory to the country in upcoming tournaments. Sh. Vij emphasized that the state government remains committed to promoting sports talent.

Notably, Navneet Kaur, vice-captain of the Indian women's hockey team (from Shahbad), led SG Pipers to victory in the final as captain. The team won the gold medal in the championship held in Ranchi, where Navneet Kaur was honored not only as captain but also awarded the title of 'Championship's Best Player.'

Navneet Kaur's performance serves as an inspiration for Haryana's youth. Having represented the country at the Olympic level, she has proven through her hard work, leadership, and sporting skills that Haryana's sports sector excels on the global stage.

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Major Boost for Haryana Power Consumers: Centre Earmarks Coal Linkage for 800 MW Khedar Unit

Haryana Strengthens Energy Security as Centre earmarks Coal Linkage for 800 MW Expansion at Khedar, Hisar

Chandigarh, January 14 – In a major boost for electricity consumers in Haryana, the state has achieved a significant milestone in the energy sector. Strengthening its power generation capacity, the Central Government has earmarked coal linkage for the new 800 MW expansion unit being set up at Khedar in Hisar district. This crucial earmarked will ensure uninterrupted, reliable, and high-quality electricity supply across Haryana, reinforcing the state’s commitment to energy security and consumer welfare.

Providing details, Haryana’s Energy Minister, Sh. Anil Vij said that coal linkage has been earmarked to Haryana under the Central Government’s SHAKTI Scheme for the new 800 MW unit being established as part of the expansion of the Rajiv Gandhi Thermal Power Plant at Khedar, Hisar. Under this arrangement, a new coal block will soon be allotted to the state, ensuring a regular and long-term supply of coal for the project.

The Energy Minister said that the earmaking of coal linkage will accelerate the implementation of this crucial project and eliminate any future disruptions in power generation due to fuel shortages. This will not only strengthen the state’s energy security but also effectively meet the growing demand for electricity.

He further said that the Rajiv Gandhi Thermal Power Plant at Khedar has already become the backbone of Haryana’s power system. The new 800 MW unit being set up as part of its expansion will significantly enhance the state’s overall power generation capacity. Once operational, the unit will provide adequate electricity to industrial areas, the agricultural sector and domestic consumers.

Sh. Anil Vij emphasized that the state government’s objective is to make Haryana self-reliant in the power sector so that consumers receive affordable, sustainable and uninterrupted electricity. The Central Government’s earmarking of coal linkage is a major achievement in this direction and will strengthen Haryana’s long-term energy planning.

Expressing confidence, the Energy Minister stated that this landmark project will not only further strengthen the state’s power supply system but will also act as a catalyst for employment generation, industrial expansion, and overall economic growth at the local level. He emphasized that the Haryana Government is firmly committed to reinforcing and modernizing the state’s energy infrastructure, and in the coming years, Haryana is set to emerge as a frontrunner among states in the energy sector.
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Clarification by Energy Minister Anil Vij: Reports on Termination of Kalyanpur–Badlapara Coal Block Are Misleading

Chandigarh, January 14 — Haryana’s Energy Minister, Sh. Anil Vij has categorically clarified14 that reports published in certain sections of the media claiming termination of the Kalyanpur–Badlapara coal block in Jharkhand, allotted to Haryana, are completely misleading and factually incorrect. He asserted that no termination of the coal block has taken place as per the official sources.

Sh. Anil Vij said that the factual position is that the Ministry of Coal (MoC) had issued only a show-cause notice to the Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited (HPGCL) seeking clarification on certain procedural aspects related to the coal block. HPGCL has submitted a detailed reply within the stipulated time, along with a request that the allocation of the coal block should not be terminated.

He informed that HPGCL has already engaged a Mine Developer and Operator (MDO) for the development of the coal block. Land survey work has been completed, boundary work has been completed and drilling activities are currently in progress. Other developmental activities have also commenced and are being carried out as per schedule in line with the approved timeline.

Sh. Vij said that as per the current project schedule, coal production from this block is expected to begin in time to supply coal to the Yamunanagar Thermal Power Plant by the year 2030. There is a clear distinction between issuance of a show-cause notice and termination of a coal block. A show-cause notice is issued to seek clarification and does not imply cancellation of allocation. At present, the coal block allocation remains intact, and development work is continuing as planned.

The Energy Minister urged the media to verify facts before publishing such reports and advised the public not to be misled by unverified or speculative information.
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