CM offers prayers at Nalhar Mahadev Temple on Mahashivratri

Seeks prosperity and well-being for Haryana

Chandigarh, February 15 – Marking the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini visited the Nalhar Mahadev Temple in Nuh, where he offered prayers to Lord Shiva and performed the traditional ritual of Jalabhishek. He prayed for peace, prosperity and continued progress for the people of the state. The Chief Minister also extended warm greetings to the citizens of Haryana on the festival and received prasad at the temple premises.

Describing Mahashivratri as a celebration of deep faith and spiritual strength, he expressed hope that Lord Shiva’s blessings would guide the state towards sustained development and harmony. He also urged people to uphold unity, brotherhood and social harmony on this sacred occasion.

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Mewat’s tradition of courage and self-respect continues to inspire generations- Chief Minister

Massive turnout at Viksit Sohna-Tauru Rally

CM inaugurates, lays foundation stone of 16 development projects worth Rs. 47.36 crore

Those who delayed pensions for six months during their tenure are now raising questions- CM on Pension Row

Chief Minister extends Mahashivratri greetings to the people of the state

Chandigarh, February 15- Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini while addressing a large gathering at ‘Viksit Sohna Tauru-Rally’ in Tauru, Nuh district organized on Sunday said that the Tauru region, nestled in the lap of the Aravallis, is known across the state for its hardworking, self-respecting and resilient people. He said that the soil of Mewat has always upheld the traditions of courage, sacrifice and dignity. From the First War of Independence in 1857 to the country’s eventual freedom, the contribution of the people of this region remains etched in golden letters in history, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.

Extending warm greetings on the auspicious occasion of Mahashivratri, the Chief Minister said the sacred festival provides an opportunity to connect with the life philosophy of Lord Shiva. He said Mahashivratri teaches that when darkness deepens in life, one must light the lamp of self-reflection. He prayed that the festival bring health, peace, courage and success to every household, and that people’s efforts be filled with energy and guided by wisdom.

Projects worth Rs. 47.36 crore dedicated to the Public

Prior to the rally, the Chief Minister inaugurated and laid foundation stones for 16 development projects worth Rs. 47.36 crore. These include inauguration of 11 projects at a cost of Rs. 21,77,25,000, 5 projects inaugurated at a cost of Rs. 25,58,58,000

Addressing the gathering, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the overwhelming turnout at the rally is proof of people’s deep faith in the BJP government’s intent, policies and welfare initiatives. It is this trust, he said, that has given the Bharatiya Janata Party the opportunity to serve Haryana for a third consecutive term. He assured that no stone would be left unturned in ensuring rapid and inclusive development of the region.

Sohna Assembly: Development at an Unprecedented Pace

Highlighting progress in the Sohna assembly constituency, he said that during the past 11 years, 62 Chief Minister announcements were made for the area. Of these 49 have been completed and 13 are under progress.

He further said that over the last 11 years, Rs. 1,515 crore has been spent on development works in the Sohna constituency. In comparison, only Rs. 222 crore was spent during the 10-year tenure of the previous Congress government. Besides this, between 2014 and 2024, the Public Works Department spent Rs. 285 crore on development works in the Sohna area. Since 2024, an additional Rs. 5.70 crore has been spent, while projects worth Rs. 407 crore are in the pipeline.

The Chief Minister shared that construction of the Sub-Divisional Complex in Sohna is progressing swiftly, with administrative approval of approximately Rs. 41 crore. The modern complex will streamline administrative services under one roof.

He said that under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana, Rs. 12.10 crore has been sanctioned for special repair of three roads. In Tauru block, underground drinking water reservoirs and pipeline connections have been completed in 54 villages at a cost of Rs. 40 crore.

We Deliver What We Promise- CM

Referring to the Sankalp Patra–2024, the Chief Minister said the government has fulfilled 60 out of 217 Sankalp within one year of the Assembly elections, while work is underway on 157 Sankalps. He said that the Haryana Assembly Budget Session will begin on February 20. The government has consulted stakeholders to prepare a people-centric budget reflecting collective aspirations and translating the vision of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas into action, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.

The Chief Minister said that inspired by Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s resolve to make India a developed nation by 2047 during the Amrit Kaal, the state government has prepared the Haryana Vision Document–2047. The document was unveiled on December 24 in Panchkula by Union Home and Cooperation Minister, Sh. Amit Shah.

He said that it outlines 387 long-term and 359 short-term pathways with a clear, practical and result-oriented roadmap. He said every citizen will play a role in making Haryana a developed state.

Those who delayed pensions for six months during their tenure are now raising questions- CM on pension row

While criticizing the Opposition for allegedly misleading people over pension issues, the Chief Minister said those raising questions today should first introspect. During their tenure, he said, pensions were delayed for up to six months. In contrast, the BJP government has increased pensions by Rs. 2,200 over the past 11 years. He assured senior citizens that they need not worry about pensions. He also shared about the state government’s healthcare scheme for the elderly.

Dedicated Women Empowerment and Welfare Measures taken

The Chief Minister said the government launched the ‘Deendayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana’ to provide economic and social security to women. Under the scheme, Rs. 2,100 financial assistance is provided. So far, over 9.22 lakh beneficiaries have received Rs. 634 crore. He said that women are being provided LPG cylinders at Rs. 500 per month, benefiting approximately 14.70 lakh families across the state.

Farmers at the centre of policy framework-CM

The Chief Minister said farmers remain at the core of government policies. All 24 crops are being procured at Minimum Support Price. So far, Rs. 1.64 lakh crore has been transferred directly into the accounts of 12 lakh farmers for crop procurement. He further shared that over the past 11 years, Rs. 15,448 crore has been disbursed as compensation and under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana for crop damage.

He added that during the previous Congress regime, Rs. 1,138 crore was released as compensation over 10 years, while Rs. 269 crore was left pending, which the BJP government cleared in 2015 after assuming office.

The Chief Minister shared that the government has also abolished the colonial-era ‘Abiana’ system and introduced paperless property registration across the state. The creamy layer income limit for backward classes has been increased from Rs. 6 lakh to Rs. 8 lakh.

He said that under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, 1.56 lakh houses have been provided. Under the Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana (Urban), 15,765 plots have been allotted in 14 cities, and under the Mukhyamantri Awas Yojana (Rural), 12,031 plots have been allotted through Gram Panchayats.

Several Healthcare and Employment Initiatives taken

The Chief Minister said that under the Ayushman Bharat–Chirayu Yojana, around 26 lakh patients have received free treatment worth Rs. 4,126 crore. Free dialysis services have been started in all government hospitals and medical colleges for kidney patients. On February 11, Day Care Cancer Centres were inaugurated in 17 districts, taking the total to 22 districts offering easier cancer treatment access.

The Chief Minister said employment is being provided with full transparency and without “parchi-kharchi.” In the past one year, 36,000 youths have been given government jobs purely on merit. Over the last 11 years, 1.80 lakh jobs have been provided.

He said that the Common Eligibility Test was conducted successfully in July, and results have been declared. Through the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam, 1.18 lakh youths have been given employment security.

The Chief Minister further said that to assist youth seeking overseas employment, the Haryana Overseas Employment Cell has been established. Recently, 390 youths received offer letters for jobs abroad. At present, 7,500 construction worker vacancies are live on the portal.

Meanwhile, calling for collective resolve, the Chief Minister urged citizens to commit to making Haryana the first developed state in the country.

Union Minister highlights Infrastructure Push

Speaking on the occasion, Union Minister of State for Statistics and Programme Implementation, Rao Inderjit Singh thanked the Chief Minister for projects worth over Rs. 47 crore. He said since 2014, both the Centre and State governments have worked in tandem for Haryana’s development, especially in infrastructure. Referring to the Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor, he said its completion would significantly benefit the Tauru area. He requested repairs to the KMP Expressway and sought Gurugram-like development works for Tauru.

Government working continuously to ensure holistic development of the state- Rao Narbir Singh

Earlier speaking on the occasion, Haryana Cabinet Minister, Rao Narbir Singh praised the Chief Minister, saying the BJP has given the state a leader who remains calm and accessible at all times. He remarked that even late at night, the Chief Minister listens patiently to people’s grievances. He also requested the Chief Minister that Tauru be included in Gurugram district.

Organiser of this rally MLA, Sh. Tejpal Tanwar welcomed the Chief Minister and other dignitaries. Pataudi MLA, Smt. Bimla Chaudhary, former Minister, Sh. Sanjay Singh, State President, Scheduled Caste (SC) Morcha, Sh. Satya Prakash Jrawta and other dignitaries were present on this occasion.

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CM announces major development projects at Viksit Sohna-Tauru Rally in Nuh

Sub-Depot for Haryana Roadways in Sohna; Approval for Sub-Health Centres and Rs 5 crore for Local Development

Chandigarh, February 15- Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini made a series of significant development announcements while addressing the Viksit Sohna-Tauru Rally in Nuh district on Sunday. Reaffirming the government’s commitment to infrastructure-led growth, he announced that a sub-depot of Haryana Roadways will be established in Sohna to improve public transport connectivity in the region.

The Chief Minister also announced that bypasses will be constructed for both Tauru town and Sohna to ease traffic congestion and improve mobility. He informed that the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Sohna–Tauru–Palwal road has already been submitted to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, and work on the project is expected to begin soon. Additionally, an amount of Rs 5 crore has been allocated for development works in the Sohna Assembly constituency. Further strengthening infrastructure plans, the Chief Minister said that a proposal to extend the Gurugram–Sohna Elevated Expressway from Damdama Mod to Nirankari College has been sent to the concerned department. Construction will commence once approval is granted.

The Chief Minister further announced that a PWD Rest House will be constructed in Sohna, subject to land availability. He also announced the establishment of a Primary Health Centre in Baghanki village and Sub-Health Centres in Ghamroj and Khori Kalan villages. In addition, community centres will be built in Hasanpur (Tauru) and in Sehjawas and Rithoj (Sohna), each at a cost of Rs 65 lakh.

To promote sports infrastructure, the Chief Minister announced that an indoor wrestling arena will be developed at the sports stadium in Kota Khedla, Tauru. He further announced that a new bus stand will be constructed in Tauru and a new grain market in Sohna, both subject to the availability of land.

The Chief Minister said that 31 roads spanning 41.94 kilometres in the Sohna Assembly constituency, along with 407 kilometres of roads under the Defect Liability Period (DLP) of the PWD, will be repaired as required through the concerned agencies. Moreover, seven new roads covering 32.82 kilometres will be constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 35.30 crore. Special repair works for 100 kilometres of roads will also be undertaken at a cost of Rs 45.98 crore.

Under the NABARD–PMGSY scheme, three roads measuring 15.90 kilometres will undergo special repairs at a cost of Rs 12.10 crore. The Chief Minister also announced that 25 kilometres of rural agricultural paths in Sohna will be paved under the Khet-Khalihan Yojana, further strengthening rural connectivity and supporting farmers.

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Nuh gets major development push as CM unveils projects worth Rs. 47.36 crore

Education, sports, solar power, water conservation and civic infrastructure receive focused boost at Sohna– Tauru rally

Chandigarh, February 15- Marking a significant outreach in the Mewat region, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for projects worth Rs 47.36 crore for Nuh district.

The Chief Minister laid the foundation stones and inaugurated these projects during the 'Viksit Sohna– Tauru Rally' held at the grain market in Tauru, in Nuh district.

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister underscored the state government’s resolve to strengthen grassroots infrastructure and ensure balanced development across districts. The projects unveiled include education, sports infrastructure, renewable energy, water conservation and civic amenities, reflecting the state government’s multi-sector approach to regional growth.

Foundation stones laid for projects worth Rs 25.58 crore

The Chief Minister laid the foundation for five key projects amounting to over Rs 25.58 crore. These include the construction of village libraries in 10 villages at a cost of Rs 2.62 crore through MDA, a state-of-the-art District Library-cum-Excellence Centre in Nuh to be built at an estimated Rs 15.46 crore and a residential facility for the CEO of MDA costing around Rs 2.25 crore.

In addition, conservation and restoration works will be undertaken at the Maqbara complex with an outlay of approximately Rs 2.25 crore, while Rs 3 crore has been earmarked for the redevelopment of a stadium in village Jhamuwas to strengthen sports infrastructure at the grassroots level.

Projects worth Rs 21.27 crore Inaugurated

Besides these projects, the Chief Minister also inaugurated projects worth Rs 21.27 crore. These include playgrounds developed in nearly 25 government schools in the district at a cost of about Rs 1.37 crore. In a significant step towards ecological sustainability, three earthen dams/water harvesting structures and seven crate-wire structures have been constructed in the Aravalli protected forest area at a cost of Rs 1.73 crore. Besides this, promoting green energy adoption, hybrid solar power plants costing Rs 4.92 crore have been installed across 40 government schools, 17 Primary Health Centres and 6 Community Health Centres in the district.

Furthermore, to enhance academic competitiveness among youth in the Mewat region, a dedicated NEET/JEE coaching centre has been set up in village Madhi (Nagina block) at a cost of Rs 2 crore. Further strengthening monitoring in schools, a facial biometric attendance system worth approximately Rs 2.5 crore has been installed in government schools across the district.

The development package also focuses strongly on strengthening educational and market infrastructure in Tauru. Six new classrooms have been constructed at HLG Government College, Tauru, at a cost of Rs 1 crore, enhancing higher education facilities for local students. To support farmers and visitors at the Tauru grain market, an Atal Kisan Canteen has been established at Tauru Mandi with an investment of Rs 24 lakh. Additionally, significant infrastructure upgradation has been undertaken at the Government Girls Senior Secondary School, Tauru, with M3M contributing Rs 3.65 crore towards the development of modern facilities.

Urban and rural civic amenities have also received major attention under the initiative. A pond has been developed in Ward No. 9 of Tauru at a cost of Rs 1.90 crore, improving both water management and the local environment. In Sohna, the prominent Fawwara Chowk has been renovated and beautified with an outlay of Rs 1.95 crore, enhancing the town’s aesthetic appeal and public convenience. Furthermore, key infrastructure strengthening works have been carried out in village Sejawas in Sohna, contributing to overall rural development in the region.

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*Haryana Scales Up Food and Drug Safety Infrastructure with Rs. 53 Crore NCR Push*

*Dr. Sumita Misra outlines major laboratory upgrades, mobile testing expansion and strict enforcement drive*

Chandigarh, February 15 - In a major push to strengthen food and drug safety systems, the Haryana Government has approved Rs. 53.21 crore for upgrading regulatory infrastructure in the National Capital Region (NCR), including the deployment of 28 Mobile Food Testing Laboratory (MFTL) vans and modernization of the District Food Laboratory at Karnal.

Sharing the details, Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare Department, Dr. Sumita Misra said the initiative marks a significant step towards ensuring faster, scientific and accessible food testing services for citizens.

The District Food Testing Laboratory at Karnal has undergone comprehensive renovation with Rs. 90.29 lakh from the State Budget and an additional Rs. 50 lakh grant-in-aid from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Further strengthening its capabilities, 47 modern laboratory equipment items worth Rs. 4.63 crore are being procured through Haryana Medical Services Corporation Limited (HMSCL), with the tender process in its final stage. In addition, the Karnal laboratory has been upgraded with a dedicated Microbiology Section at a cost of Rs. 3.96 crore funded by FSSAI, Dr. Misra added.

She further informed that the establishment of a Microbiology Lab in Chandigarh, funded by NCRPB, New Delhi, worth Rs. 4.44 crore is underway and 80 percent complete, becoming operational by March 2026. Renovation work of the Food Lab Chandigarh with Central-State Share grant of Rs. 10.45 crore has been completed and the laboratory has been upgraded with three high-end equipment.

Haryana currently has two notified food testing laboratories at Chandigarh and Karnal both NABL-accredited and recognised by FSSAI under Section 43(1) of the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Recognising that milk and dairy products form a major component of the State's diet — and that Haryana is a leading hub for sportspersons - Dr. Misra said eight state-of-the-art food testing laboratories will be established in phases to ensure high-quality food standards across the State.

Dr. Misra further informed that to promote a hygienic street food culture, four cities namely Ambala, Karnal, Hisar and Gurugram have been selected for Clean Street Food Hubs. In Ambala, a 60-shop Street Food Hub is being developed at Gandhi Ground, Ambala Cantt, and is expected to be completed by February 2026. Hisar has completed around 60 percent of the work and aims to finish the project by the end of the current financial year. In Karnal, land near the Western Yamuna Canal at Vishwakarma Chowk has been identified and the Detailed Project Report approved, with completion targeted for 2026–27. In Gurugram, the project is at the tendering stage.

Five MFTL vans provided by FSSAI are already operational across districts, offering on-the-spot food testing at a nominal Rs. 20 per sample. The addition of 28 new vans in NCR areas will significantly expand outreach and citizen access.

Dr. Misra also highlighted robust enforcement by the State Drugs Laboratory during 2025. Between January 1 and December 31, 2025, 5,063 drug samples were received and 6,266 analysed, reflecting improved disposal efficiency. The department inspected 14,910 drug sale units and suspended 764 licences, while 80 licences were cancelled either partially or wholly following punitive action. A total of 3,417 samples were collected and 4,916 tested, with only 11 declared sub-standard.

Enforcement actions included 315 joint raids and inspection of 593 manufacturing units. Five manufacturing or blood centre licences were suspended, while 52 new manufacturing licences were granted for drugs, medical devices and cosmetics. Seven units were upgraded to WHO-GMP standards, strengthening Haryana's pharmaceutical compliance framework. Fifty-six prosecutions were launched during the year. Out of 15 court cases decided, eight resulted in conviction. The department also detected 33 cases of drug overpricing and suspended permissions for 68 products due to non-compliance with corrective and preventive action requirements.

Dr. Sumita Misra said the integrated push — combining laboratory modernisation, mobile testing, strict enforcement and infrastructure expansion — reflects Haryana's commitment to public health protection and consumer confidence. "With advanced testing facilities, expanded mobile outreach and firm regulatory oversight, we are ensuring that safe food and quality medicines reach every household," she said.