Identification of sports-inclined children at the village level will be undertaken to provide them with a sporting environment: Chief Minister

Chief Minister chairs review meeting of Sports Department, directs to prepare 5-year roadmap and action plan under Haryana Vision-2047

Chandigarh, May 27 - Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the government is going to launch a new initiative to take sports in Haryana to greater heights. He said that the State, which has already emerged as a powerhouse of sports and now children with an interest in sports will be identified at the village level and trained in the sport of their choice. For this purpose, panchayats, schools, and the sports department will work in close coordination, he said.

The Chief Minister said this while reviewing the 5-year roadmap and action plan of the Sports Department under Haryana Vision 2047 at the Haryana Civil Secretariat on Wednesday. He said that a proper inspection of all equipment installed in sports complexes across the state should be conducted to ensure that no player faces any accident.

The Chief Minister said that the Sports Department should ensure that stadiums should be built in villages as well so as to identify sports talent at grassroot levels. He said that the premises of the government schools in rural areas should be utilized for sports, and children interested in sports should be registered there.

The Chief Minister further said that Panchayats, schools, and the Sports Department should jointly prepare an action plan for this purpose. Children should be provided with the necessary environment and equipment in their respective sports of interest, which can bring a transformative change in the sports landscape of Haryana. Children who do not attend school should also be connected with sports to keep them away from addiction and negative influences, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that long-term planning for the Olympics 2036 must begin at the earliest. For this, children aged 10–12 years should be identified, their sporting interests refined, and special training centres should be established for them. A district-wise and sport-wise database should be prepared to identify how many young individuals are interested in which sport in each region. Focus should then be placed on achieving excellence in those identified sports disciplines, said the Chief Minister.

The Chief Minister said that the Sports Department should develop a portal where complete records of children participating in sports at the block level are maintained. The data of winners and those actively practicing and participating in sports events should be maintained. He said that the Sports associations should also be integrated into this campaign. He further directed that photographs of local sportspersons who have achieved national or international recognition be displayed in all sports complexes to inspire children to actively participate in sports.

Director of Sports Department, Sh. Parth Gupta, while providing information about the department’s ongoing work and plans up to 2030, said that currently, there is no location in the state which does not have a sports stadium within a 10-kilometer radius. He elaborated on the action plan prepared to strengthen sports infrastructure and facilities in rural and urban areas, identify sporting talent, and ensure participation of athletes.

The Chief Minister said that officers should restructure the department with a futuristic approach so that Haryana attains a strong position in international mapping of sports excellence. He also reviewed the status of the Divyang Stadium being constructed in Daulatabad, Gurugram, under CM announcements. He said that such modern sports facilities will play a significant role in Haryana’s achievements in the Olympics 2036.

Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Sh. Arun Kumar Gupta, Principal Secretary, Department of Future, Smt. Ameet P. Kumar, Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. Yashpal Yadav, OSD to Chief Minister and Director General, Swarna Jayanti Haryana Institute for Fiscal Management, Dr. Raj Nehru, and other officers were also present during the meeting.

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Campaign to be launched for registration of gig workers to bring them under the ambit of social security- Chief Minister

Chief Minister reviews roadmap and action plan of Labour Department for the next five years under Haryana Vision-2047

Chandigarh, May 27- Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the Central and State Governments are formulating new schemes to provide social security to gig workers. For this purpose, a special campaign should be launched across the State to register all gig workers engaged in various platforms and to create awareness among them so that they can avail the benefits of government schemes.

The Chief Minister gave these directions on Wednesday while reviewing the roadmap and action plan of the Labour Department for the next five years under Haryana Vision 2047 at the Haryana Civil Secretariat. He also gave extensive directions to the officers regarding the welfare of workers in the unorganised sector and increasing women’s participation in the workforce.

The Chief Minister said that the Haryana Government had announced in the current financial year’s budget to extend social security and other benefits to gig workers. Similarly, the Central Government is also working on schemes for the welfare of gig workers. To ensure that eligible persons receive due benefits, it is necessary that all gig workers are registered, and for this purpose, a special campaign should be launched to complete the registration process at the earliest, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.

The Chief Minister said that all platforms engaging gig workers should also be contacted. Special camps should be organised to extend the benefits of other schemes to gig workers and to conduct awareness programmes for them, he said.

Principal Secretary, Labour Department, Sh. Rajeev Ranjan informed that at present 21,777 gig workers have been registered in the State and the process of registering the remaining workers is underway. For this, the department is collecting information by deputing officials to various platforms.

The Chief Minister said that the department should prepare a complete calendar of activities related to the registration of gig workers and ensuring access of various schemes to other workers as well.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that more than 30 schemes are being implemented for workers through the Labour Department. To ensure effective delivery of these schemes to beneficiaries, the structural reorganisation of the Labour Department will be undertaken. He directed the department to prepare a detailed vision document along with a timeline of activities to be undertaken over the next five years.

The Chief Minister further said that a comprehensive action plan should also be prepared to enhance women’s participation in employment. This requires coordinated efforts of all departments. The value of labour of women engaged in agriculture and domestic work is often not adequately recognised. To provide a conducive working environment for women, working women hostels should be established in every district and crèches should be set up for their young children, he said.

The Chief Minister said that women’s participation in green jobs will also be promoted. The government aims to raise the participation of women in the economy above the national average.

Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. Arun Kumar Gupta, Principal Secretary, Labour Department, Sh. Rajeev Ranjan, Principal Secretary, Department of Future, Smt. Amneet P Kumar, OSD to Chief Minister and Director General, Swarna Jayanti Haryana Institute for Fiscal Management, Dr. Raj Nehru, Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. Yashpal Yadav, along with other officers were also present during the meeting.

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Haryana Government Issues Consolidated Guidelines for Appointment and Facilities of Chairpersons and Vice Chairpersons

Chandigarh May 27 -The Haryana Government has issued consolidated standard terms and conditions for non-officials who are appointed as Chairpersons, Deputy/ Vice Chairpersons in Bodies other than PSUs, statutory commissions and constitutional bodies in the state, with an objective to bring uniformity, transparency and administrative clarity in such appointments. The instructions have been issued by the Political and Parliamentary Affairs Department under the Chief Secretary’s Office.

The consolidated policy brings together various amendments and provisions issued from time to time into a single framework so that all departments and bodies may uniformly implement the prescribed norms and avoid ambiguity in interpretation.

As per the policy, the tenure of office of the incumbent shall initially be one year from the date of assuming charge. However, the Government may curtail or extend the tenure as deemed appropriate from time to time.

The policy provides that Chairpersons may be granted an honorarium up to ₹75,000 per month, while Deputy/Vice Chairpersons may receive an honorarium up to ₹45,000 per month. Members entrusted with regular responsibilities may receive an honorarium of ₹30,000 per month.

In addition to the honorarium, several facilities and entitlements have also been prescribed. Chairpersons shall be eligible for house rent allowance up to ₹50,000 per month or actual rent, whichever is less, while Deputy/Vice Chairpersons may receive up to ₹45,000 per month or actual rent, whichever is lower.

The policy further provides telephone facilities, including an official mobile phone equivalent to the entitlement of Group-A officers of the State Government. Travelling allowance and daily allowance equivalent to Grade-I officers under Haryana Civil Services Rules have also been prescribed. Medical facilities admissible to Group-A officers shall also be extended to Chairpersons and Deputy/Vice Chairpersons.

The Government has also made provision for official transport support. A staff vehicle with driver shall be provided for official duties, while reimbursement provisions for the use of personal vehicles during official journeys have also been prescribed under specified limits.

The instructions further provide staffing support, including a Private Secretary or Personal Assistant, Clerk, Peon and Home Peon for Chairpersons and Deputy/Vice Chairpersons, wherever applicable.

The Government has clarified that these provisions shall be applicable in all cases where specific rules or regulations do not already exist. It has also categorically stated that no relaxation or deviation from the prescribed provisions shall be entertained under any circumstances.

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Chief Minister attends Shri Amruteshwar Mahotsav and Bhajan Sandhya

CM prays for Prosperity of the State, performs Gau Seva

Chandigarh, May 27 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that India’s rich cultural and spiritual traditions play a vital role in uniting society. Spiritual gatherings strengthen the spirit of brotherhood, service, and positivity in society.

The Chief Minister was addressing devotees during the Shri Amruteshwar Mahotsav and Bhajan Sandhya programme late Tuesday evening.

The Chief Minister said that the blessings of saints and spiritual leaders provide the right direction to society and play an important role in connecting the younger generation with Indian culture and values. He added that the state government is continuously promoting religious and cultural events across Haryana.

After the Bhajan Sandhya programme, the Chief Minister offered prayers and performed Gau Seva, praying for the happiness, peace, and prosperity of the people of the state.

During the Bhajan Sandhya organised by Swami Sampurnanand Brahmachari, renowned singer B Praak, along with several other artists, mesmerised devotees with devotional performances. On this occasion, Haryana BJP President, Sh. Mohan Lal Kaushik and several other dignitaries were also present.

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CM Nayab Singh Saini Expresses Gratitude to PM Narendra Modi for allotting country’s first hydrogen DEMU train to Haryana

Railway Board approves operation of 10-coach hydrogen train between Jind and Sonipat

Under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, Haryana will establish a new identity in the fields of modern rail infrastructure, green energy and clean transportation: CM

Chandigarh, May 27 — Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini has expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and the Central Government for allotting the country’s first hydrogen fuel cell-based DEMU train to Haryana. The Chief Minister said this is not only a historic achievement for Haryana but for the entire country, which will give India a new identity in the direction of modern, environment-friendly and future-oriented public transportation.

The Chief Minister said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, Indian Railways is continuously moving ahead rapidly in the direction of modern technology, green energy and world-class infrastructure. Haryana receiving the country’s first hydrogen fuel cell-based train is proof that the Central Government is committed to connecting the state with futuristic technologies and modern transportation facilities.

He said that the Railway Board has approved the operation of a 10-coach hydrogen fuel cell-based DPRS 1200 kilowatt DEMU train between Jind and Sonipat. This train will run at a maximum speed of 75 kilometres per hour. The Chief Minister said that this project will play an important role in making Haryana a leading centre of clean, safe and modern rail transport technology in the country.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that hydrogen-based trains will become a strong foundation for the future of transportation. This will not only help reduce pollution but will also give a new direction to the use of green energy and alternative fuels. He said under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, Haryana is rapidly progressing in the fields of development, technology and infrastructure, and this project will open new avenues of opportunities for the state. He added that it will further accelerate industrial development, investment, technological innovation and the modern rail network in Haryana.

The Chief Minister said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, India is rapidly moving towards a new technology-based public transportation system, and Haryana is emerging as a leading partner in this transformation.

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Modern workshops to be set up in all ITIs- CM

CM reviews 5-year roadmap of Youth Empowerment & Entrepreneurship Department under Haryana Vision-2047, issues key directions

Courses in ITIs to be aligned with industry requirements, says CM

Chandigarh, May 27- Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini has directed that all Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the state should be upgraded with modern workshops equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and tools suited to current industrial requirements.

He emphasized that ITI courses and curricula must be redesigned in line with industry needs to ensure that students become job-ready immediately after completing their training. This alignment, he said, would not only improve employment opportunities for youth but also ensure that industries receive a steady supply of skilled manpower as per their requirements.

The Chief Minister also stressed the need to encourage self-employment and support young innovators in converting their ideas into start-ups.

The Chief Minister issued these directions while chairing a review meeting of the Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship Department’s five-year action plan under Haryana Vision-2047 at the Haryana Civil Secretariat on Wednesday. He said that regular training and industry coordination should also be ensured for teachers in ITIs, polytechnics, and other vocational institutions so that they can effectively prepare students according to evolving market demands. He further said that the government is also providing incentives to industries that generate employment for youth.

The Chief Minister said that while industrial requirements have evolved over time, many ITIs are still operating with outdated training systems. As a result, industries are struggling to find skilled manpower, and ITI graduates are not getting suitable employment. He reiterated the need for complete modernization of courses and workshops in all ITIs in accordance with industry demand.

Principal Secretary, Labour and Youth Empowerment & Entrepreneurship Department, Sh. Rajeev Ranjan informed that a survey is being conducted to assess the modernization needs of ITI workshops. In the first phase, orders worth Rs. 10 crore have already been placed for procurement of modern equipment for surveyed ITIs, which will be supplied shortly.

The Chief Minister further directed the department to sign MoUs with industries to ensure skill training is directly linked with employment opportunities. He asked officers to assess industry requirements in a structured manner and prepare skilled youth accordingly. He also sought a detailed report in the next quarterly review meeting on the number of industry partnerships established.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini also stressed that teachers of ITIs and polytechnics should undergo regular training to stay updated with industry trends. He suggested that ITI faculty should be sent to industrial units for exposure visits, while industry experts should be invited to institutions for student mentoring sessions.

During the meeting. Officers informed that a state-level Instructor Training Centre is proposed to be set up in Kurukshetra.

The Chief Minister directed that until its establishment, training should begin this year in collaboration with Shri Vishwakarma Skill University.

Principal Secretary, Department of Future, Smt. Amneet P. Kumar informed that under the Foreign Cooperation Department, training centres will be established in four districts to facilitate overseas employment for youth. Locations have been finalized in Karnal and Panchkula, while selection of two more districts is underway. These centres will prepare youth for international job opportunities.

She further informed that there is a demand for around 80,000 truck drivers in Canada, and the department is in discussions with Ashok Leyland to provide training and facilitate overseas placements for youth.

The Chief Minister urged that more employment fairs should be organized to provide job opportunities to youth. He also sought data on the number of job fairs conducted last year and the employment outcomes achieved through them. He directed that follow-up tracking of candidates receiving placement offers should be conducted to verify whether they have secured stable employment.

He further directed the officers to regularly visit industries to understand workforce requirements and guide students accordingly.

Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Sh. Arun Kumar Gupta, OSD to Chief Minister and Director General, Swarna Jayanti Haryana Institute for Fiscal Management, Dr. Raj Nehru, and Deputy Principal Secretary to Chief Minister, Sh. Yashpal Yadav also remained present during the meeting.

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Health Minister Arti Rao honours PGIMS SOTO and Organ Donation Team

Chandigarh, May 27 – Haryana Health, Medical Education and Research and AYUSH Minister, Ms. Arti Singh Rao on Wednesday honoured the Medical Superintendent of Pandit Bhagwat Dayal Sharma University of Health Sciences, PGIMS Rohtak, State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (SOTO) Haryana and the organ transplant team by presenting them certificates of appreciation in Chandigarh.

Appreciating Medical Superintendent, Dr. Kundan Mittal, the entire SOTO Haryana team and transplant surgeons, she said that due to their tireless efforts, Haryana is emerging as a model state in the field of organ donation.

Ms. Arti Singh Rao congratulated Vice Chancellor Dr. H.K. Aggarwal, dedicated doctors, surgeons, the SOTO Haryana team, nursing staff and the entire medical team for successfully carrying out organ transplants from brain-dead donors. She said this noble work is saving many lives.

The Health Minister specially mentioned the case in which the PGIMS Rohtak team transported a kidney through an Army helicopter to the Army Command Hospital in Chandimandir. She said timely transplant helped save the life of a soldier. She added that the coordination between the medical team, administration and armed forces reflects the true spirit of service to humanity. This is not just organ donation, it is service to the nation, she said.

Ms. Arti Singh Rao said that the team led by Dr. Aggarwal at PGIMS has created a new record by successfully conducting five organ donations in the last two months. She also paid tribute to all families who agreed to organ donation.

She said, Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi has also described organ donation as the greatest donation during his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme. Inspired by this, awareness about organ donation in Haryana is increasing rapidly.

Ms. Arti Singh Rao said that every year, lakhs of people in India lose their lives while waiting for organs. One “yes” from the family of a brain-dead person can bring hope and save up to eight lives.

On this occasion, the Health Minister honoured the Medical Superintendent, Dr. Kundan Mittal, Nodal Officer, SOTO, Dr. Sukhbir Singh, Trauma ICU Incharge, Dr. Tarun Yadav, Nephrologist surgeon, Dr. Ankur Goel, Transplant Coordinator, SOTO, Dr. Vivek Singh Thakur; Dr. Gaurav Pandey; Ms. Deepti Kharb, Consultant IEC, SOTO, PGIMS; Rajesh Kumar, and Transplant Coordinator,Rohit by presenting commendation certificates.

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Officials should remain in the field and resolve public grievances immediately: Cabinet Minister Ranbir Gangwa

Leaves of Public Health Engineering Department employees cancelled across the state; officers directed to remain at headquarters

2 SDOs, 2 JEs suspended for negligence in drinking water arrangements

Instructions issued to ensure proper drinking water supply, prioritise complaints of public representatives and increase field visits

Chandigarh, May 27 - Haryana Public Health Engineering and Public Works Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa has put the PHE Department on full alert mode to ensure smooth drinking water supply during the summer season. He directed all officers and employees of the department to ensure that the public does not face any kind of drinking water problem during this challenging summer period. Officers have been instructed to remain in the field, resolve complaints promptly and ensure that the water supply system functions at full capacity.

The Minister said that the coming month of summer is also one of the most important and challenging periods for the department. During such times, the responsibility of departmental officers increases further. He directed all officers and employees to remain available at their headquarters and not leave without permission. Keeping in view the summer season, instructions have also been issued to cancel the leaves of employees so that drinking water supply is not affected under any circumstances.

Sh. Ranbir Gangwa on Wednesday held a detailed review meeting with departmental officers regarding drinking water arrangements, water conservation, drainage and flood season preparedness. During the meeting, the drinking water arrangements of all circles in the state were reviewed separately and special discussion was held on areas from where complaints of drinking water crisis are being continuously received. Chief Engineer Sh. Devender Dahima along with engineers from various circles were present during the meeting, while Superintending Engineers (SEs) and Sub-Divisional Officers (SDOs) of all circles joined virtually.

During the meeting, Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa said that the top priority of the state government is to provide clean, safe and adequate drinking water to every citizen. He said that inspired by Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, the government is working under the vision of “Har Ghar Mein Nal Aur Usmein Swachh Jal”. The objective is not merely to supply water, but to ensure quality and regular drinking water to every family. He directed departmental officers to accomplish this objective in mission mode.

No negligence in drinking water arrangements will be tolerated

During the meeting, Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa adopted a strict stance against officers found negligent in drinking water arrangements and directed the immediate suspension of 2 SDOs and 2 JEs. These officials belong to the Charkhi Dadri and Hansi areas. In addition, directions were issued to charge-sheet 2 officials from Adampur. The Minister said that if the public has to suffer for a basic facility like drinking water, it is a very serious matter and such negligence will not be tolerated at any level. He said that wherever issues such as drinking water crisis, poor condition of waterworks, pipeline leakages or disruption in water supply arise, accountability of the concerned officers will be fixed.

Action in Chanot village case

Taking cognisance of the ongoing protest regarding drinking water problems in Chanot village of Hansi and based on reports received from officials, the Minister directed suspension of the concerned SDO and JE. Investigation revealed that the responsible officers did not show the required promptness in resolving the issue, due to which residents had to face difficulties for a long period.

Explanation sought in Adampur waterworks case

During the meeting, cognisance was also taken of the poor condition of the Adampur waterworks in Hisar district and the issues in drinking water supply there. Expressing displeasure, the Minister directed that the concerned SDO and JE be charge-sheeted and explanations sought from them. He said that regular cleaning of waterworks, maintenance of machinery, operational condition of motors and ensuring drinking water quality are the primary responsibilities of departmental officers.

He said that waterworks are not merely centres for water storage but an important system connected with the daily needs of lakhs of people. Therefore, there should not be any kind of dirt, disorder or technical fault there.

Work in the field and take immediate action

Public Health Engineering Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa directed officers at the XEN, SDO and JE levels to regularly visit their respective areas and personally monitor the drinking water supply system. He said that officers should not work merely by sitting in offices but should visit villages and cities to assess the actual situation. He clearly instructed that if any fault occurs in tube wells, motors, pipelines, boosting stations or waterworks, immediate action should be taken. If delay in repair work leads to a drinking water crisis in any area, strict action will be taken against the concerned officer.

Instructions for better coordination with Irrigation Department

Sh. Ranbir Gangwa said that better coordination with the Irrigation Department is essential to maintain smooth water availability and distribution during the summer season. He directed officers to hold weekly meetings with Irrigation Department officials and discuss water availability in canals, water distribution and future requirements. He said that special strategies should be prepared for areas where groundwater levels are low so that drinking water supply can be ensured and people do not have to depend on tankers or other alternative means.

Special campaign to prevent water wastage

Sh. Ranbir Gangwa also laid special emphasis on water conservation. He said that a special campaign should be launched across the state to prevent wastage of water. Departmental employees should conduct door-to-door surveys and issue notices wherever unnecessary wastage of water is observed. He said that in many places, water is seen flowing wastefully from households during drinking water supply hours. Taking cognisance of such negligence, he directed that water wastage should not be allowed under any circumstances. Along with awareness campaigns, action under the rules should also be ensured.

The Minister said that water conservation is the greatest need of the hour. If serious efforts are not made to save water at present, the water crisis may become more severe in the future. Therefore, every citizen must fulfil the responsibility of saving water.

Instructions to pay special attention to water quality

During the meeting, the Minister directed officers to ensure regular testing of drinking water quality. He said that during summer, the risk of water-borne diseases increases due to contaminated water, therefore no laxity should be shown in filtration and water testing processes. He directed that water samples should be collected regularly from villages and cities and if poor water quality is found anywhere, alternative arrangements should be made immediately.

During the meeting, detailed discussions were also held regarding the overflow problem in Adarsh Nagar area of Bahadurgarh, drinking water crisis in Vidyanagar, Hanuman Dhani and Tibba Basti areas of Charkhi Dadri, and water shortage in Mujedpur area of Gurugram. The Minister directed the concerned officers to ensure solutions in these areas on priority basis and maintain regular monitoring.

Officials must answer calls of public representatives

During the meeting, the Minister said that some public representatives had complained that certain departmental officers do not answer their calls and do not show seriousness towards public issues. Expressing strong displeasure, the Minister said that officers must answer calls of public representatives in all circumstances and resolve public problems on priority basis. He said that the government is accountable to the people and the behaviour of officers should also be sensitive and responsible.

Government’s priority: Clean drinking water to every household

During the meeting, Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa said that the Haryana Government is committed to providing clean and adequate drinking water to every citizen of the state. He directed departmental officers to work with full responsibility, transparency and sensitivity and ensure that no village or city in the state faces a drinking water crisis during this summer season. He said that the government is fully serious about public convenience and better basic services, and every necessary step will be taken to strengthen the drinking water supply system.