Agroha to be Developed as a Center of Tourism and Cultural Heritage; State-of-the-Art Museum to be Built

CM reviews progress on the Development of the Agroha Archaeological Site

Chandigarh, August 18 – The Haryana Government is developing Agroha, a historically significant site, into a major tourist destination and cultural heritage center aiming to give a new identity on the world archaeological map. As part of this initiative, a state-of-the-art museum will be established in Agroha to preserve and showcase excavated antiquities.

The Chief Minister presided over a review meeting regarding the progress of Agroha’s archaeological site development held here today. Urban Local Bodies Minister Sh. Vipul Goel, Heritage and Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma, former Minister Dr. Kamal Gupta, Sh. Aseem Goel, and former Vidhan Sabha Speaker Sh. Gian Chand Gupta also attends the meeting.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Agroha holds immense archaeological and cultural importance as it was once the capital of Maharaja Agrasen. Its development will not only make it a center of faith but also establish it as an international tourist destination.

The Chief Minister directed the Hisar-Agroha Metropolitan Development Authority to prepare a comprehensive master plan, outlining a detailed strategy for developing Agroha as an integrated tourist destination. He further directed that the mounds surrounding the Agroha archaeological site should be geo-tagged and declared a protected area to safeguard them from any kind of damage.

It was informed in the meeting that excavation work is being carried out on nearly five acres in Agroha through a joint effort of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) and the Haryana State Archaeology Department. Prior to the excavation, a Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) survey was conducted to identify potential areas, based on which the excavation began. The artefact unearthed so far indicate that in the coming time this site will give a new dimension to the historical landscape not only of Haryana but of the entire country.

Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Additional Chief Secretary, Town and Country Planning Department Sh. A.K. Singh, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh. Arun Kumar Gupta, Principal Secretary, Heritage and Tourism Department Smt. Kala Ramachandran, Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh. Yashpal, Director, Archaeology and Museums Department Sh. Amit Khatri, Deputy Commissioner, Hisar Sh. Anish Yadav, and other officers also remained present in the meeting.

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CM holds High-Level meeting on Mission Olympic 2036

Chandigarh, August 18 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that to keep Haryana at the forefront in sports and to achieve the goals of Mission Olympic 2036, the state will develop world-class sports infrastructure. As part of this initiative, five Centers of Excellence under the Sports Department will be set up across universities in the state. Each center will offer facilities for three different sports, thereby covering a total of 15 disciplines for training and development. The Chief Minister instructed officials to coordinate with the respective universities and ensure the timely completion of this initiative.

The Chief Minister was presiding over a high-level meeting held here today with senior officials of the Sports Department and other concerned departments to review preparations for Mission Olympic 2036. Minister of State for Sports, Sh. Gaurav Gautam also remained present in the meeting.

The Chief Minister emphasized the need to nurture sporting talent at the international level, strengthen sports infrastructure, and provide athletes with world-class facilities through a well-defined strategy.

He said that Haryana is a sports powerhouse of the country, and to further strengthen this status, athletes will be provided with the best facilities. Stadiums will be modernized, availability of coaches will be ensured, and arrangements related to training, sports science, and nutrition will be reinforced in line with global standards. The Centers of Excellence will be equipped with state-of-the-art facilities to enable athletes to perform at their best.

Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department Sh. Vineet Garg, Principal Secretary, Sports Department Sh. Navdeep Singh Virk, Commissioner and Secretary, Finance Department Sh. Mohammed Shayin, Director General, Sports Department Sh. Sanjeev Verma, Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh. Yashpal, and Vice-Chancellor of Sports University, Rai, Sh. Ashok Kumar, and other officers remained present during the meeting.

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Haryana Government’s relief to clerks: 2023 strike period to be treated as Earned Leave

Chandigarh, August 18 – The Haryana Government has taken a major decision in the interest of clerks who went on strike in 2023. Now, this strike period will be considered as Earned Leave (leave of the kind due). Also, neither will the salary for this period be deducted, nor will this period be treated as a break in service.

A letter issued by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, who also holds the charge of Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department, states that before going on strike, the earned or accumulated ‘earned leave’ will first be adjusted, followed by ‘half-pay leave’. If any strike period still remains unadjusted after this, advance earned leave will be sanctioned, which will later be adjusted from the future earned leave of the concerned clerks.

The letter further states that this relaxation is being given as a one-time special arrangement and will not be treated as a precedent in the future. These instructions will apply only to certain categories of employees, especially clerks, who participated in that particular strike. They will not be applicable in any other case. Accordingly, after verification from SAS cadre in the departments, the salary can be released.

In this regard, instructions have been issued to all Administrative Secretaries, Heads of Departments, all Divisional Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, Sub-Divisional Officers (Civil), and Treasury Officers.

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*Morni and Kalka to get smooth traffic access with road upgrades*

*Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini directs paver block roads in 19 villages of Morni and Kalka*

*Chief Minister holds review meeting with PWD and Forest Department*

*Chief Minister stresses importance of quality in road construction and maintenance*

*Development works must be completed within the stipulated time frame- Chief Minister*

Chandigarh August 18: Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini has directed the construction of about 61 kilometers of paver block roads by upgrading kutcha roads in 19 villages of the hilly areas of Morni and Kalka, in Panchkula district. These roads will be 12 feet wide to ensure smooth traffic flow for the local residents.

Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini was presiding over a review meeting with officers from the Public Works Department and the Forest Department regarding various development works, here today. He directed that road construction in these villages should commence promptly after obtaining the necessary NOC from the Forest Department.

He said that constructing roads in the hilly villages of Morni and Kalka will greatly improve mobility for residents and open new avenues for development in the region. The locals will soon be relieved of the difficulties caused by unpaved roads.

Sh Nayab Singh Saini directed officials to ensure the highest standards of quality in both the construction and repair of roads across the state. He emphasized that any compromise on quality would not be tolerated under any circumstances. Additionally, he instructed that all development works must be completed within the stipulated time frame. He made it clear that strict action will be taken against anyone responsible for delays.

The Chief Minister also directed that construction work of various roads in district Panchkula should commence at the earliest after obtaining the NOC from the Forest Department. These included Thapali Badisher road to village Koti (1.68 km), Pinjore Mallah to Mangniwala (1.20 km), and Gobindpur to Thathar (5.35 km). Additionally, he instructed to start the strengthening and widening of roads including Panipat to Safidon (41 km), Safidon to Jind (21.65 km), Saha Chowk to Panchkula-Yamunanagar four lane in district Ambala, as well as the Saha Chowk to Kalpi and Tohana Ratia road.

Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh. Arun Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works Department Sh Anurag Agarwal along with other senior officers of Public Works Department and Forest Department were also present in the meeting.

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*Haryana Government issues revised guidelines on re-employment*

*Re-employment to be done only in exceptional circumstances, limited to only 2 years*

Chandigarh, August 18 – The Haryana Government has issued revised guidelines for dealing with cases of re-employment of government employees after retirement. According to Rule 143 of the Haryana Civil Services (General) Rules, 2016, re-employment after the age of 58 can only be allowed in exceptional or extraordinary circumstances, and only for a maximum of two years.

Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi has issued a letter to all Administrative Secretaries, Heads of Departments, Divisional Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners in this regard.

As per the letter, the State Government, through orders dated June 18, 2025, has reconstituted a committee. This committee will review individual cases and also cases at the category/class level, wherever the services of retired employees are considered essential for meeting organizational requirements. The committee will meet on a fixed date every month to examine such proposals.

Under the revised procedure, administrative departments must ensure and justify why the services of a retired officer/employee are required even after retirement. Re-employment will be considered only where it is unavoidable for efficient service delivery and does not adversely affect promotion opportunities of junior employees. Moreover, the concerned officer’s service record must be good, with no pending disciplinary proceedings.

When identifying such cases, the Administrative Department should prescribe upper age limit for re-employment as 63 years so that officials can serve for at least two years i.e. till the age of 65 years. After two years, re-employment will not be considered under any circumstances. However, if services are still required beyond this period, such cases will only be considered on a contractual basis, subject to prior approval from the Human Resources Department.

Departments will have to obtain approval from their Minister-in-charge and then send the case to the Human Resources Department (HR-1 Branch). The committee will then forward its recommendations to the concerned department, which will issue re-employment orders only after obtaining concurrence of the Finance Department and approval of the Chief Minister.

These instructions will not apply to employees whose re-employment period, after due approval, is already ongoing till its scheduled end. Similarly, in the case of doctors of the Health and ESI Departments, retirement and re-employment will continue to be governed by notifications or instructions issued from time to time by the respective departments.

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*Kisan Samriddhi Kendras to be opened for farmers’ convenience: Education Minister*

Chandigarh, August 18 – Haryana Education Minister Sh. Mahipal Dhanda said Haryana is the first state in the country where the new National Education Policy (NEP) has been implemented. Along with providing quality education for the holistic development of children, plans are being prepared to equip them with skills so that they can stand on their feet and bring pride to the state and the nation. He added that Kisan Samriddhi Kendrad will be opened to help farmers in agricultural activities, as farmers’ welfare is the government’s top priority.

The Education Minister was speaking as the chief guest at a programme held at the community chaupal in village Sangatpura, Jind. On this occasion, he announced the opening of an E-library in the village and said that if the prescribed criteria are met, the government school would be given the status of PM Shri School.

He emphasized that children should be given good education, and daughters should be provided equal opportunities along with sons to move ahead. He urged people to respect their elders, take guidance from their experience, and contribute to building a civilized society.

Sh. Dhanda said that both the central and state governments are running welfare schemes for farmers. Kisan Credit Cards have been issued to provide financial support. Several schemes are being continuously implemented for farmers’ prosperity. In Haryana, crops are purchased at MSP and payments are deposited directly into farmers’ accounts in a timely manner. It is due to farmers that the nation’s food reserves are full. He also stressed that farmers should adopt modern agricultural techniques to increase their income. Respecting farmers, the government is providing them assistance of ₹6,000 annually under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.

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*Standing Committee reconstituted in Haryana to decide on public holidays*

Chandigarh, August 18 - The Haryana Government has reconstituted the Standing Committee to examine and consider all cases related to declaring any day as a Public Holiday in the state. The Human Resources Department issued an order in this regard.

As per the notification, the committee will be chaired by the Additional Chief Secretary & Financial Commissioner, Revenue & Disaster Management Department. Other members include the Additional Chief Secretary, School Education Department, and the Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, while the Special Secretary, Human Resources Department will function as the Member Secretary.

The Member Secretary has been empowered to receive requests from the public or public representatives. The recommendations of the committee will be submitted to the government through the Human Resources Department for approval.

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*Haryana Chief Minister presides over meeting with Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh representavies*

*Important issues in the interest of employees discussed*

*BMS expresses gratitude to Chief Minister for providing job security to contractual employees*

Chandigarh, August 18: Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini presided over a meeting with representatives of the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) here today, to discuss various important issues in the interest of employees from various departments.

Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the state government has taken several significant decisions aimed at directly benefiting employees. During the meeting, BMS representatives expressed their gratitude to the Chief Minister for providing job security to approximately 1.20 lakh contractual employees in the state.

Sh Nayab Singh Saini directed officers of the concerned departments to prioritize uploading the data of employees engaged through Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam (HKRN) who have not yet been registered on the HRMS 2.0 portal. During the meeting, instructions were also given to expedite the issuance of cards to state employees who have contributed under the Chirayu Yojana, enabling them to avail the benefits of the scheme promptly.

In the meeting, Chief Secretary Sh Anurag Rastogi directed the officers to submit reports on employee-related issues of their respective departments at the earliest.

Additional Chief Secretary, Fisheries Department Sh Raja Shekhar Vundru, Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department Sh Vineet Garg, Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Sh Arun Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary, Cooperation Department Sh Vijayendra Singh, Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Dr. Saket Kumar, Director General of Information, Public Relations and Language Department Sh K.M. Pandurang, OSD to the Chief Minister Sh B.B. Bharti, Zonal Secretary of Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh Sh Pawan Kumar, President of BMS Haryana Unit Sh Ashok, and other representatives were also present in the meeting.

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*Haryana Government to launch online portal for job security of contractual employees*

Chandigarh, August 18 - In a major step towards ensuring transparency and efficiency, the Haryana Government has announced the upcoming launch of a dedicated online portal for the submission and consideration of cases under the Haryana Contractual Employees (Security of Service) Rules, 2025.

The rules, notified on August 5, 2025, under the Haryana Contractual Employees (Security of Service) Act, 2024, are aimed at providing job security benefits to eligible contractual employees across the state.

In a communication issued by Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi to all Administrative Secretaries and Heads of Departments, it was stated that with several departments, boards, and corporations seeking clarifications on the new provisions, the State Government has decided to streamline the process through a single digital platform. The portal will ensure uniformity, accuracy, and timely disposal of applications related to job security, thereby reducing administrative delays.

Once operational, contractual employees will be able to submit their applications directly through the portal, eliminating the need for repeated clarifications and manual processing. Departments and boards have been advised to await the launch of the online system, which will handle the entire process seamlessly.

Officials said that this initiative reflects the government’s commitment to employee welfare, transparency, and digital governance. The move is expected to bring relief to thousands of contractual employees by providing a clear, accessible, and efficient mechanism for securing their service benefits.

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*Bharat Scouts and Guides to host WAGGGS Asia Pacific Regional Conference in New Delhi*

Chandigarh, August 18 — The Bharat Scouts and Guides-India will proudly host the 15th Asia Pacific Regional Conference of the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) from August 19 to 23, 2025, at the Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, New Delhi. This prestigious event will bring together regional and global leaders, Member Organisation decision-makers and youth delegates dedicated to shaping a better future for girls and young women across the Asia Pacific.

A total of 199 participants from 22 Member Organisations, including Girl Guides Australia, Bangladesh Girl Guides Association, Girl Guides Association of Brunei Darussalam, Girl Guides Association of Cambodia, Fiji Girl Guides Association, Hong Kong Girl Guides Association, The Bharat Scouts and Guides, Girl Scouts of Japan, Girl Guides Association of Kiribati, Girl Scouts of Korea, Girl Guides Association Malaysia, Maldives Girl Guides Association, Girl Scouts Association of Mongolia, Myanmar Girl Guides, Nepal Scouts, Girl Guiding New Zealand, Girl Scouts of the Philippines, Girl Guides Singapore, Solomon Islands Girl Guides Association, Sri Lanka Girl Guides Association, Girl Scouts of Taiwan and Girl Guides (Girl Scouts) Association of Thailand, will be attending the conference in person.

Held every three years, the WAGGGS Asia Pacific Regional Conference is a pivotal platform to review progress, align strategies, and elect new leaders to guide the region’s movement for the next triennium. With its theme centred on building inclusive, future-ready leadership, the 2025 edition in India promises to be a transformative milestone in the region’s Guiding journey.

The five-day conference will focus on developing regional strategies that respond to the evolving realities of young people, particularly girls and young women. It seeks to co-create programmes and policies that promote inclusivity, resilience, innovation, and leadership among members across diverse contexts.

Adding immense prestige to the occasion, the conference will be graced by the presence of Her Majesty Queen Azizah Iskandar of Malaysia, Royal Patron of the Friends of Asia Pacific WAGGGS.

India’s selection as the host country reflects its long-standing commitment to youth development, leadership training, and gender equity through the Bharat Scouts and Guides. With its vibrant democracy, diverse heritage, and progressive youth policies, India offers a unique backdrop for a conference dedicated to empowering the next generation of women leaders. Rupinder Brar, Vice-Chair of the Conference and International Commissioner of the Bharat Scouts and Guides, expressed her enthusiasm by stating that it is a tremendous honour for India to host the 15th Asia Pacific Regional Conference. She described the event as more than a gathering—rather a moment of collective reflection, learning, and inspiration, and looked forward to reaffirming the shared mission to equip every girl with the confidence and opportunity to lead.

The World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) is the world’s largest voluntary movement dedicated to girls and young women, with over 11.2 million members across 153 Member Organisations.

These prestigious events will be organised under the dynamic leadership of Dr. K.K. Khandelwal, IAS (Retd.), Chief National Commissioner, BSG, and executed by Ms. Darshana Pawaskar, Director, BSG, and her team on behalf of the Bharat Scouts and Guides.

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*Morni and Kalka to get smooth traffic access with road upgrades*

*Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini directs paver block roads in 19 villages of Morni and Kalka*

*Chief Minister holds review meeting with PWD and Forest Department*

*Chief Minister stresses importance of quality in road construction and maintenance*

*Development works must be completed within the stipulated time frame- Chief Minister*

Chandigarh August 18: Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini has directed the construction of about 61 kilometers of paver block roads by upgrading kutcha roads in 19 villages of the hilly areas of Morni and Kalka, in Panchkula district. These roads will be 12 feet wide to ensure smooth traffic flow for the local residents.

Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini was presiding over a review meeting with officers from the Public Works Department and the Forest Department regarding various development works, here today. He directed that road construction in these villages should commence promptly after obtaining the necessary NOC from the Forest Department.

He said that constructing roads in the hilly villages of Morni and Kalka will greatly improve mobility for residents and open new avenues for development in the region. The locals will soon be relieved of the difficulties caused by unpaved roads.

Sh Nayab Singh Saini directed officials to ensure the highest standards of quality in both the construction and repair of roads across the state. He emphasized that any compromise on quality would not be tolerated under any circumstances. Additionally, he instructed that all development works must be completed within the stipulated time frame. He made it clear that strict action will be taken against anyone responsible for delays.

The Chief Minister also directed that construction work of various roads in district Panchkula should commence at the earliest after obtaining the NOC from the Forest Department. These included Thapali Badisher road to village Koti (1.68 km), Pinjore Mallah to Mangniwala (1.20 km), and Gobindpur to Thathar (5.35 km). Additionally, he instructed to start the strengthening and widening of roads including Panipat to Safidon (41 km), Safidon to Jind (21.65 km), Saha Chowk to Panchkula-Yamunanagar four lane in district Ambala, as well as the Saha Chowk to Kalpi and Tohana Ratia road.

Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Sh. Arun Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works Department Sh Anurag Agarwal along with other senior officers of Public Works Department and Forest Department were also present in the meeting.

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Chandigarh, August 18 – Haryana’s Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Sh. Shyam Singh Rana said the Central and State Governments have implemented various welfare schemes. The government’s goal is to make sure that the benefits of these schemes reach the last person in queue. Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini is committed to the state’s development, and under his leadership, the government believes in equal development without any discrimination.

Sh. Rana toured different villages of Yamunanagar district today. He also invited people to attend the celebration of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya’s birth anniversary on September 25 at the Radaur Anaj Mandi.

He addressed residents in Fatehpur, Saran, Kulpur, Faridpur, Daulatpur, and several other villages. The Agriculture Minister said there will be no shortage of development works in villages and cities, and the present state government has done much more for employment generation as compared to previous governments.

Referring to government schemes aimed at making women self-reliant, he said through self-help groups, women are becoming self-employed, and the government is also providing them with loans at low-interest rates and easy installments. On this occasion, he also listened to the problems of the villagers.

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*Gurugram to transform soon, action plan prepared on suggestions from citizens and RWAs*

*Gurugram will have its own ‘Model of Governance’ once the plan succeeds: Chief Principal Secretary to CM Rajesh Khullar*

Gurugram, August 18 – An action plan has been finalized to ensure solutions to the problems faced by citizens in Gurugram city. Under this plan, joint efforts will be made for cleanliness, road repairs, drainage, providing shelter to stray animals, trimming and proper disposal of trees around DHBVN power lines, and stopping the practice of open garbage burning. The action plan has been prepared based on feedback from various citizen groups, RWAs, social and other institutions, taken by Chief Principal Secretary to the CM, Sh. Rajesh Khullar, during his six-day stay in Gurugram.

On Monday, Sh. Khullar held two sessions at Haryana Institute of Public Administration (HIPA), Gurugram—one with the councillors of the Municipal Corporation, and the other with Class-I officers posted in the district. He discussed in detail the planned actions and timelines to achieve the targets. He said the proposed action plan will first be implemented in Gurugram, and if it proves successful, it will become Gurugram’s own “Model of Governance,” which can then be replicated in other cities of the state.

*Councillors’ voices heard, solutions assured*

In the first session, Sh. Khullar interacted with the councillors of Municipal Corporation Gurugram, along with Mayor Rajrani Malhotra, and heard the main issues of their respective wards. He assured them that Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini is committed to resolving Gurugram’s problems and that positive results will be visible very soon. He emphasized the need for councillors’ cooperation in this effort.

*Accountability fixed for power-related accidents*

In the second session with district officers, Sh. Khullar expressed concern over citizens’ complaints about accidents during the monsoon due to electricity lines. He directed Police Commissioner Vikas Arora that if such incidents occur in future, cases must be registered against the concerned JE, SDO, and XEN of the area. He also ordered that all leaves of employees and officers of the Power Department be cancelled till November. Every officer must personally inspect the field, check power lines, and ensure proper trimming and disposal of tree branches.

*Police and station in-charges to remain vigilant*

On reports from various groups about garbage being brought into Gurugram from outside, Sh. Khullar directed Municipal Corporation and Police officials to immediately seize such vehicles and register cases against the agencies involved. He also instructed strict action against those burning garbage in the open, with SHOs staying alert in their respective areas.

*Officers told to act as a team*

Sh. Khullar said all officers must work as a team, taking responsibility for the area from their homes to their offices. They must take personal initiative to resolve the issues linked to the action plan, keeping citizens’ concerns in mind. He stressed that the quicker the results are shown, the better it will be for the city. He mentioned that he had personally met people and toured different areas of Gurugram during his stay, and the impact of this work should be visible in citizens’ daily lives so that people themselves appreciate the efforts.

GMDA CEO Shyamal Mishra, Divisional Commissioner R.C. Bidhan, Deputy Commissioner Ajay Kumar, Police Commissioner Vikas Arora, Joint Commissioner of Police Sangeeta Kalia, Municipal Commissioner of Gurugram Pradeep Dahiya, Municipal Commissioner of Manesar Ayush Sinha, and other senior officials were present on the occasion.

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*Haryana Chief Secretary Reviews PM-RKVY Budget, Approves Strategic Fund Reallocation for Agricultural Development*

Chandigarh, August 18 – Haryana Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi today presided over the meeting of the State-Level Sanctioning Committee (SLSC), where a comprehensive review of the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM-RKVY) budget and fund utilization for the financial year 2025-26 was undertaken. The high-level meeting was aimed at optimizing agricultural resource allocation and strengthening key development programs across the state.

The committee reviewed the approved outlay of ₹870.53 crore under PM-RKVY, with major allocations made toward priority sectors. These include ₹250 crore for Crop Residue Management (CRM), ₹137.05 crore for Per Drop More Crop (PDMC), and ₹25 crore for Soil Health and Fertility programmes. These allocations reflect the state’s commitment to driving sustainable growth, improving water-use efficiency, and promoting soil conservation.

During the meeting, the SLSC approved the inter-component budget transfer of ₹100 crore (₹51.05 crore from the Sub-Mission on Agricultural Mechanization (SMAM) and ₹48.95 crore from CRM) to the PDMC component under PM-RKVY for the financial years 2022-23 and 2023-24. This was considered a special case to regularize earlier transactions.

The committee further recommended an increase of ₹48.95 crore in the CRM Annual Action Plan for 2025-26, with a corresponding reduction in the PDMC plan, noting that sufficient budgetary provision exists under RKVY-CRM. Additionally, the SLSC deliberated on the adjustment of ₹51.05 crore diverted from SMAM to PDMC during 2022-23 and directed that an appropriate decision be taken on the matter.

Principal Secretary, Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Sh. Pankaj Agarwal, and other senior officers were present in the meeting.

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*Haryana Government Issues Posting Orders for Common Cadre Group-D Employees*

Chandigarh, August 18 – The Haryana Government’s Human Resources Department has initiated the process of issuing posting orders for Common Cadre Group-D employees (recruited against Advt. No. 01/2023), following the execution of the online post/district allocation portal.

These employees, who have already submitted their joining at the respective Divisional Commissioner/Deputy Commissioner offices in Panchkula, will now be posted to their respective districts. A district-wise list of selected employees has already been shared with the respective Heads of Departments by email.

The government has directed all Heads of District Offices to allow the newly appointed employees to assume their duties with immediate effect. Subsequent formal posting orders will be issued by the competent authority concerned. Departments have also been instructed to complete the necessary action regarding medical fitness and character verification certificates if these have not already been obtained.

Additionally, each district has been asked to nominate a Nodal Officer for overseeing the joining of Group-D employees. Departments have also been advised to update the details of employees who join their duties on the official joining portal: https://recruitment.groupd.csharyana.gov.in.

The Human Resources Department has emphasized that all instructions be strictly complied with in letter and spirit to ensure smooth and transparent joining of the Group-D employees across Haryana.