State Witnessing All-Round Development Under CM Nayab Singh Saini’s Leadership: Cabinet Ministers

People of Uchana Shattered the Myth of Only Political Dynasties Winning from Uchana: Ranbir Gangwa

No One’s Pension Has Been Stopped: Krishan Kumar Bedi

All-Round Development Underway in Haryana: Dr. Krishan Middha

Chandigarh, February 18 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of five development projects worth ₹103.31 crore during the Uchana Dhanyavad Rally held in Uchana, Jind district today. These included three inauguration projects worth ₹28.54 crore and two foundation stone projects worth ₹74.77 crore.

On the occasion, the gathering was also addressed by Public Health Engineering and Public Works Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa, Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Sh. Krishan Kumar Bedi, and Deputy Speaker of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha, Dr. Krishan Middha.

Public Health Engineering and Public Works Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa said that under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, the double-engine government is carrying out development works at a rapid pace across the state. Referring to the Assembly elections, he said the people of Uchana played a decisive role in forming the BJP government.

He stated that the Chief Minister is ensuring equal development across Haryana. Sh. Gangwa said there was a misconception that only political dynasties could win from this constituency. Another myth was that the BJP formed the government only after certain leaders joined the party. The people of Uchana have dispelled both these misconceptions. He added that those who had been Ministers at the Centre, MPs and MLAs were shown that it is the people—not political families—who decide who will win.

No pension has been stopped in state: Bedi

Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Sh. Krishan Kumar Bedi said that the Bangar region has always played a significant role in politics. There was a time when the Congress won five seats from here, and leaders like Chaudhary Devi Lal also won from this region. However, he said that now the people have placed their trust in the BJP, Sh. Narendra Modi and Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.

Sh. Bedi said that leaders elected from here earlier used their political gains for positions at the national and state levels but did not devote time to the development of this area. In contrast, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini is reaching out to the people directly, resolving their issues and accelerating development works.

He alleged that the opposition is unable to digest the welfare measures being undertaken and is spreading misinformation among the public. On the issue of pensions, he clarified that the government has neither stopped nor planned to cut anyone’s pension. Only those cases where complaints were received were temporarily held for verification by officials. However, the Chief Minister directed that verification may continue, but pensions should not be stopped.

He further said that during the tenure of former Chief Minister Sh. Bhupinder Singh Hooda, pensions of elderly people were not only stopped but notices were also issued asking for recovery with interest and penalties. In contrast, the present government has not taken such action and has increased pensions every year.

All-round development taking place in Haryana: Middha

Deputy Speaker of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha, Dr. Krishan Middha, said that Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini believes in service and not enjoying power. In this spirit, the Chief Minister is visiting all 90 Assembly constituencies to accelerate development works.

He said the state government is implementing development projects at a fast pace. Highlighting recent works carried out in Jind district, Dr. Middha mentioned the construction of a new bypass, a medical college, a new railway station, and the establishment of an IMT in Jind district. He added that the pace of development has unsettled the opposition, which had earlier claimed it would return to power, but the people rejected those claims.

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CM Nayab Singh Saini Launches Development Projects Worth ₹103.30 Crore in Uchana

Chandigarh, February 18 — Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of various development projects worth ₹103.31 crore during the Dhanyavad Rally held in Uchana, giving fresh momentum to the development of the Assembly constituency. The objective of the state government is to strengthen basic infrastructure in every region for the welfare of people.

The Chief Minister inaugurated three development works completed at a cost of ₹28.54 crore. He also laid the foundation stones of two major projects with a total cost of ₹74.77 crore. Upon completion, these works will significantly improve facilities related to drinking water, irrigation, sports, and sanitation in the area.

Under the Narwana Water Services Division, renovation works of the Sudkain Distributary (RD 56000 to 118000) were inaugurated at a cost of ₹22.32 crore. This includes reconstruction of the off-take at RD 189990/L of the Sirsa Branch along with related infrastructure, which will make the irrigation system stronger and more efficient.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini also inaugurated a multipurpose hall constructed in village Dumerkha Kalan, Block Uchana, at a cost of ₹3.52 crore by the Sports Department. Additionally, renovation, strengthening, and laying of the remaining pipeline of the water supply scheme in village Sudkain Kalan will be undertaken at a cost of ₹2.70 crore, ensuring clean and adequate drinking water for residents.

The Chief Minister laid the foundation stone of a project worth ₹43.81 crore under the Mahagram Yojana for strengthening the water supply system and construction of new water works in village Nagura by the Public Health Engineering Department. He also laid the foundation stone of a sewerage scheme in village Chhatar at a cost of ₹30.95 crore.

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CM Nayab Singh Saini Addresses Dhanyavad Rally in Uchana, Launches Development Projects Worth ₹103.31 Crore

Pace of development in Uchana will now be accelerated: CM

CM Attacks Congress, Says It Has No Work Except Spreading Misinformation

Chandigarh, February 18 — Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the government has been formed for the third time in the state on the strength of its integrity, policies and commitment to ‘Antyodaya’. He said the pace of development in Uchana will now be accelerated and no stone will be left unturned in ensuring the prosperity of the area.

The Chief Minister was addressing a Dhanyavad Rally in Uchana, Jind district, on Wednesday. He was welcomed by the rally organizer and MLA from Uchana Assembly constituency, Sh. Devender Chaterbhuj Attri. Earlier, the Chief Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of five development projects worth ₹103.31 crore, including three inaugurations worth ₹28.54 crore and two foundation stones worth ₹74.77 crore.

Public Health Engineering and Public Works Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa, Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Sh. Krishan Kumar Bedi, Deputy Speaker of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha Dr. Krishan Middha, and MLA Sh. Pawan Kharkhoda were also present on the occasion.

Addressing the gathering, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the land of Uchana represents a confluence of hard work, tradition and progress. He said that despite being the land of hardworking farmers, Uchana had long been neglected. False promises were made and votes were taken for two to three generations, but little was done in the name of development. He alleged that those trapped in dynastic politics were never serious about the future of the people’s children and focused only on securing their own families’ future. In contrast, the present government has ensured the region’s rightful development and will continue to do so.

78 out of 98 Announcements Fulfilled

The Chief Minister said that the government views politics not merely as a means to power but as a medium of service. In the past 11 years, 98 CM announcements were made for the development of Uchana Assembly constituency. Out of these, 78 have been fulfilled and 15 are under progress.

He stated that ₹1,409 crore has been spent on development works in Uchana during the past 11 years, compared to only ₹386 crore during the 10-year tenure of the Congress government. Under BJP rule, Uchana Tehsil was upgraded to Sub-Division and Alewa Sub-Tehsil was given the status of Tehsil. He said that in its third term as well, the BJP government is working at full pace for public welfare, aiming not just to win elections but to win people’s trust. The opposition only levels allegations, whereas the government has a report card of the work done.

Government Fulfilling Its Promises

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the Congress government merely made hollow promises to seek votes. Today, the opposition is issue-less. He said that out of 217 commitments made in the party’s election manifesto, 60 have already been fulfilled within one year.

He said that in its third term, the government has taken concrete steps for holistic development and protection of all sections of society. Under this, poor women are being provided LPG cylinders at just ₹500 per month to support their households.

He added that farmers remain at the centre of government policies. While the Swaminathan Commission recommendations were ignored during Congress rule, the BJP government has consistently worked for farmers. Today, all crops in the state are being procured at Minimum Support Price (MSP). So far, ₹1.64 lakh crore has been transferred into the accounts of 12 lakh farmers for crop procurement. In addition, over the past 11 years, ₹15,448 crore has been provided to farmers as compensation and under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana. In contrast, only ₹1,138 crore was released as compensation during the 10-year Congress rule.

The Chief Minister said that Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party contest elections together, as seen during the Lok Sabha elections in Kurukshetra, but the public taught them a lesson. He said that in Punjab, AAP promised ₹1,000 per month to women, but with only 7–8 months left before elections, nothing has been delivered.

In contrast, the Haryana BJP government launched the ‘Deendayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana’ to provide economic and social security to women. Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹2,100 is provided. So far, more than 9.22 lakh women have received ₹634 crore under the scheme.

He further said that in the past year alone, 36,000 youths have been given government jobs without “parchi-kharchi. In total, 1.80 lakh jobs have been provided over the past 11 years.

Congress Spreading Misinformation

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Congress is engaged solely in spreading misinformation. He said that to curb corruption under MGNREGA, the central government launched Viksit Bharat–G Ram G Gramin initiative, guaranteeing 125 days of employment instead of 100 and allocating ₹1,51,282 crore for the purpose. Yet, the Congress has been spreading misinformation about it as well.

He said the Congress promised 24-hour electricity but failed to deliver. It also tried to mislead people on the issue of pensions.

Uchana Moving Rapidly on the Path of Development: MLA Devender Chaterbhuj Attri

MLA Sh. Devender Chaterbhuj Attri said the Dhanyavad Rally is not just a programme but a message that Uchana is progressing rapidly on the path of development. With the BJP forming the government for the third time, the pace of development has further accelerated.

He thanked Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini for selecting six villages of Uchana for inclusion in the IMT. He said that earlier, those who won elections from Uchana remained engaged in politics in Delhi and Chandigarh and held high positions, but had little connection with the local people.

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SLSC Approves ₹402.41 Crore Solar-Powered Micro Irrigation Projects to Transform Canal Commands in Haryana

8,926 Farmers Across 94 Villages to Benefit; 11,040 Hectares to Come Under Efficient Irrigation

Chandigarh, February 18 – In a major push towards sustainable agriculture and scientific water management, the State Level Sanctioning Committee (SLSC), under the chairmanship of Haryana Chief Secretray Sh. Anurag Rastogi, has approved four Community-Based Solar Powered Integrated Micro Irrigation Projects under the Micro Irrigation & Command Area Development Authority (MICADA), Haryana.

With a total investment of ₹402.41 crore, the projects will be implemented across 61 canal outlets covering 20 blocks in Bhiwani, Jhajjar, Kurukshetra and Mahendragarh districts. Scheduled for completion between 2026-27 and 2028-29, the initiative will bring 11,040 hectares of culturable command area under advanced micro-irrigation systems and directly benefit 8,926 farmers across 94 villages.

The district-wise allocation includes ₹95.78 crore for Bhiwani, ₹114.68 crore for Jhajjar, ₹77.17 crore for Kurukshetra and ₹114.78 crore for Mahendragarh. The benefit-cost ratio ranges from 1.21:1 to 1.65:1, indicating strong economic viability and long-term returns for the farming community. By promoting drip and sprinkler systems within canal command areas, the projects aim to significantly improve water use efficiency, reduce transmission losses and enhance crop productivity.

Chairing the meeting, the Chief Secretary emphasized that integrated supply and demand management of water is essential to address climate variability and declining groundwater levels. He directed departments to ensure timely execution, strict monitoring and effective coordination so that benefits reach farmers within the stipulated timeframe. The adoption of solar-powered systems will also lower operational costs and make irrigation environmentally sustainable. He also directed officers to go in the field and share best practices with farmers.

The Committee reviewed and approved a comprehensive reform 16 agendas pertaining to registration of manufacturer/suppliers as per PDMC Guidelines, 2025 and to strengthen transparency, accountability and farmer protection. A total of 147 manufacturers and suppliers were found eligible for registration for 2025–26 to 2029–30 after rigorous scrutiny of 165 applications. Vendors agreed to align their rates with approved State/PDMC norms under the Per Drop More Crop (PDMC) programme, ensuring that farmers are shielded from inflated pricing.

The scheme will continue under a beneficiary-driven Direct Benefit Transfer/Kind through model, enabling farmers to select suppliers while subsidies are released within approved cost ceilings. To enhance transparency, the MICADA portal will be integrated with the GST portal for digital authentication of invoices, preventing fake or inflated billing. A component-wise bank guarantee mechanism has also been approved to ensure financial accountability of vendors, and GST has been included as part of admissible subsidy as per norms.

Quality assurance mechanisms were further strengthened with State-level scrutiny of laboratory testing reports, strict penalty provisions for violations and independent monitoring of at least 20 per cent of projects annually. A cluster-based implementation strategy and a pilot Public-Private-CSR model were also discussed to expand coverage and ensure long-term maintenance support, particularly for SC, Small & Marginal farmers.

Notably, between 2022-23 and 2024-25, MICADA successfully implemented 99 NABARD-funded Micro Irrigation Fund schemes across 18 districts at a cost of ₹563.43 crore, with auxiliary infrastructure fully completed and micro-irrigation systems installed over nearly 40 per cent of the targeted area. The newly approved projects build upon this strong foundation and reaffirm Haryana’s commitment to climate-resilient, technology-driven and farmer-centric agricultural development.

Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. Arun Kumar Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary, Irrigation & Water Resources, Sh. Anurag Agarwal, Principal Secretary, Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Sh. Pankaj Agarwal, Director General, Agriculture, Sh. Rajnarayan Kaushik, Sh. Birender Singh, Administrator (MICADA), Sh S.D. Sharma, Chief Engineer (MICADA), Sh. Dhoop Singh, Director-MI (MICADA) and other senior officers were present in the meeting.

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Rastogi chairing the State-Level Sanctioning Committee meeting of Micro Irrigation and Command Area Development Authority

CHANDIGARHHaryana Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi chairing the State-Level Sanctioning Committee meeting of Micro Irrigation and Command Area Development Authority (MICADA), in Chandigarh on February 18, 2026

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*Haryana Firmly on Track to Eliminate TB, Says ACS Health Dr. Sumita Misra; State Notifies 98% of Annual Target, Achieves 90% Treatment Success Rate*

Chandigarh, February 18 — "With strong commitment, digital innovation, robust diagnostics and community participation, Haryana is firmly on track to eliminate tuberculosis and ensure dignified, comprehensive care for every affected individual," stated Additional Chief Secretary, Health & Family Welfare, Dr. Sumita Misra on Wednesday, as she unveiled a series of new patient-centric initiatives under the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP) that go well beyond medicine from sewing machines to celebrity campaigns.

The announcements include the launch of a dedicated State TB Cell website for real-time public access to TB services, a first-of-its-kind Sewing Machine Centre to help TB survivors regain financial independence, a clinical guidance document aimed at cutting TB mortality, an upcoming celebrity-led awareness drive, and the integration of SNA Sparsh with the national Nikshay digital platform.

The Sewing Machine Centre, she noted, reflects the state's commitment to life after TB with the first trained beneficiary set to receive her machine shortly. The upcoming website, meanwhile, will enhance transparency and public access to TB-related services across the state.

Highlighting the State’s performance from January to December 2025, she informed that Haryana conducted 12,52,537 sputum tests against a target of 9,75,000 — achieving 3,848 tests per lakh population. A total of 88,689 TB cases were notified, reaching 98% of the annual target. The private sector exceeded expectations with 105% achievement, reflecting effective public-private coordination.

Treatment outcomes remain encouraging, with 74,483 patients successfully treated in 2024, achieving a 90% treatment success rate. HIV testing coverage reached 98%, while diabetes screening covered 96% of TB patients, ensuring integrated management of co-morbid conditions. Universal Drug Susceptibility Testing was offered to 90% of microbiologically confirmed cases, strengthening quality of care.

Dr. Misra further informed that Haryana’s infrastructure continues to expand with 23 District TB Centres, 168 TB Units and 452 Microscopy Centres, supported by 45 CBNAAT machines, 53 Truenat machines and two Culture & Drug Susceptibility Testing laboratories at Karnal and PGIMS Rohtak.

Under the TB Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Nikshay Shivir), over 34 lakh vulnerable individuals were mapped and more than 10 lakh screened. Nutritional and social support through the Nikshay Mitra initiative has benefited thousands, with over 2.64 lakh food baskets distributed since September 2022. Haryana also received national appreciation for its Nikshay Mitra initiative on World TB Day 2025 and achieved 1,855 TB Mukt Panchayats in 2024, she added.