Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini presiding over a meeting of the State Cabinet at Chandigarh on December 28, 2024.

Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini and other Cabinet Ministers observing two minutes silence to pay tributes to former Prime Minister, Late. Dr. Manmohan Singh and former Chief Minister, Late. Ch. Om Prakash Chautala during the meeting of State Cabinet at Chandigarh on December 28, 2024.

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DCs told to send report on crop damage due to rain, hailstorm: CM

Chandigarh, December 28 - Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the Deputy Commissioners of all those districts where there is a possibility of damage to crops due to the recent rain and hailstorm have been instructed to send a report on this matter.

Talking to journalists after the Cabinet meeting here, the Chief Minister said the Cabinet members expressed concern in the meeting over the rain and hailstorm that has been happening for the last two days in the state. He said at present, reports of damage due to rain and hailstorm have been received in Assembly constituencies of Tosham, Bawani Khera, Loharu, Fatehabad block, Ratia town, Bhattu Kalan, Narnaund, Hansi, Guhla, Kalayat, Kaithal, Siwan, along with areas in Mahendragarh, Kanina Assembly, Hathin block and Bawal block.

Instructions have been given to Deputy Commissioners of the concerned districts to send the report of crop damage. Farmers will be able to file report of their losses on the e-reimbursement portal themselves. Instructions have been given to reopen this portal.

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Central Delegation visits Haryana Right to Service Commission

Reviews services provided under the Act

Chandigarh, December 28 – A central delegation led by Secretary, Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Sh. V. Srinivas, visited various offices in Haryana to obtain information about the services being provided to citizens under the Right to Service Act. The delegation included Joint Secretary, DARPG, Smt. Sarita Chauhan, Director, IFoS, Sh. Suvasish Das, and Deputy Secretary, Sh. H.K Bhatt.

In Haryana, under the leadership of Chief Commissioner, Sh. T.C. Gupta, the Haryana Right to Service Commission ensures prompt resolution of complaints. The central team inspected the services offered by Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran, Haryana Discoms, and the Haryana governments Antoyada saral call centre monitored by the Commission. The delegation observed the seamless service delivery processes and engaged in citizen interactions via video conferencing, highlighting the Commission’s focus on real-time grievance resolution in collaboration with senior officers.

The Haryana Right to Service Commission has implemented transformative measures to ensure efficient and time-bound delivery of 801 notified services. Noteworthy initiatives include end-to-end digitization through the Antyodaya Saral portal, integration with call centres, prominently displayed service timelines in all offices, and the rigorous monitoring of the auto appeal system.

The delegation also shared insights into the central government’s Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS) which is very effective in grievance redressal of the common men in Central Government offices and organisations. The Haryana commission learned several new practices from this exchange. The delegation further announced that the central government would support and fund training for grievance redress officers in collaboration with the Haryana Right to Service Commission.

The team also met the Haryana Chief Minister and Chief Secretary. Sh.V. Srinivas briefed them on new initiatives launched by the Prime Minister and encouraged their implementation in Haryana, promising full support. Beside this, he also offered to jointly host a national conference on good governance/ implementation of the RTS legislation in Chandigarh/ Panchkula. Proposal accepted by the Chief Minister.

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हरियाणा के विकास एवं पंचायत मंत्री श्री कृष्ण लाल पंवार चंडीगढ़ में प्रेस वार्ता को सम्बोधित करते हुए।

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PROCEEDINGS OF CABINET MEETING

Haryana Cabinet approves Aadhaar Authentication for Group A and B recruitment

Aadhaar authentication will be mandatory during the registration process for various posts on the HPSC portal

Chandigarh, December 28 – Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved the use of Aadhaar authentication services for candidates appearing in examinations for Group A and B posts conducted by the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC). The Aadhaar authentication will be mandatory during the registration process for these posts on the HPSC portal.

The introduction of Aadhaar authentication aims to streamline the application procedure, eliminate fraudulent candidates, and ensure the accuracy of candidate data through de-duplication. This move will enhance the credibility and reliability of the recruitment process, maintaining public confidence in the competitive exams.

Aadhaar authentication helps verify the identity of candidates, reducing the chances of fraudulent applications and impersonation. It simplifies the application process, ensuring accurate and authenticated data. Candidates will be required to provide their Aadhaar number during registration and undergo biometric verification (fingerprint or iris scan) during various stages of the recruitment process. In addition, demographic details such as name, date of birth, and address will be cross-verified with the Aadhaar database.

This decision follows the guidelines set under Rule 5 of the Aadhaar Authentication for Good Governance (Social Welfare, Innovation, Knowledge) Rules, 2020, and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology's directive dated March 8, 2024.

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Haryana Cabinet approves amendments to Travelling Allowance Rules

Now Hotel Charges to be reimbursed as per trainee’s entitlement if boarding and lodging is not provided by training institute or State Government

Chandigarh, December 28 – Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, has approved amendments to the Haryana Civil Services (Travelling Allowance) Rules, 2016.

As per the amendment, if boarding and lodging arrangements are provided by the training institute or the Government of Haryana but are not availed by the trainee, he shall be deemed to have availed such arrangements for the purpose of this rule and no hotel charges shall be admissible. However, if the training institute or the Government of Haryana does not provide boarding and lodging, hotel charges will be reimbursed as per the trainee’s entitlement.

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Haryana Government increases Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity for State Employees and Judicial Officers by 25%, Effective January 1, 2024

Now the maximum limit of Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity raised to Rs 25 lakh

Chandigarh, December 28 - Haryana Government has decided to increase the maximum limit of Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity for state government employees by 25 percent, raising it from Rs 20 lakh to Rs 25 lakh. This enhancement will take effect from January 1, 2024.

The proposal in this regard was approved by the State Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today.

Similarly, the Cabinet also approved a 25 percent increase in the maximum limit of Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity for Judicial Officers of the State Government, raising it from Rs 20 lakh to Rs 25 lakh. This enhancement will also be effective from January 1, 2024.

These decisions are aimed at providing enhanced financial security to state government employees and their families as well as the Judicial Officers of the state government.

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Haryana Cabinet here today approved the Standing Operating Procedure (SOP), for the implementation of Mukhya Mantri Parivar Samridhi Yojana (MMPSY) from the year 2024-25.

Chandigarh, December 28 - Haryana Cabinet which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today approved the Standing Operating Procedure (SOP), for the implementation of Mukhya Mantri Parivar Samridhi Yojana (MMPSY) from the year 2024-25.

As per the Standing Operating Procedure, instead of reimbursing the premium to the beneficiaries of PMJJBY, PMSBY, PMKMY, PMSYMY and PMLVMY under Mukhya Mantri Parivar Samridhi Yojana, Rs 1000 per eligible family per year will be transferred to Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Parivar Suraksha Yojana (DAYALU) for payment of compensation under DAYALU having family income from all sources less than or equal to Rs 1.80 lakh per annum, and having a Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP).

The Mukhya Mantri Parivar Samridhi Yojana (MMPSY) was notified on February 6, 2020 with an aim of providing financial assistance and social security including life/accident insurance and pension benefits, to eligible families belonging to economically weaker sections of the society in the State. MMPSY covers families with an annual income up to Rs 1.80 lakh. Similarly, DAYALU scheme also covers families with an income of upto Rs 1.80 lakh per annum as per PPP.

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Haryana Cabinet approved the proposal of Finance Department to amend the Haryana Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2008, and Haryana Civil Services (Assured Career Progression) Rules, 2008.

Chandigarh, December 28: The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved the proposal of Finance Department to amend the Haryana Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2008, and Haryana Civil Services (Assured Career Progression) Rules, 2008.

As per the amendment, the Haryana Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2008, will be called the Haryana Civil Services (Revised Pay) Amendment Rules, 2024. These Rules shall be deemed to have come into force with effect from September 1, 2009. Similarly, the Haryana Civil Services (Assured Career Progression) Rules, 2008 will be called the Haryana Civil Services (Assured Career Progression) Amendment Rules, 2024. These rules shall be deemed to have come into force with effect from September 1, 2009.

These rules have been amended for engineering posts in three key engineering wings of the state: PWD (B&R), Irrigation and Water Resources, and Public Health Engineering Department. Following the amendment, there will be no need to re-fix the pay of any employee.

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Haryana Cabinet accorded ex-post facto approval for providing State Government Guarantee of Rs 800 crore in favour of Canara Bank, Sector -17C Chandigarh against sanctioned fresh Capex loan of Rs 800 crore to meet with Capex requirements during Financial Year 2024-25 by Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (UHBVNL).

Chandigarh, December 28 - The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, accorded ex-post facto approval for providing State Government Guarantee of Rs 800 crore in favour of Canara Bank, Sector -17C Chandigarh against sanctioned fresh Capex loan of Rs 800 crore to meet with Capex requirements during Financial Year 2024-25 by Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (UHBVNL).

The Cabinet also accorded ex-post facto approval for providing State Government Guarantee of Rs 400 crore in favour of Bank of India, Sector -17B Chandigarh against sanctioned fresh Capex loan of Rs 400 crore to meet with Capex requirements during Financial Year 2024-25 by Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (UHBVNL).

Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited is a State-owned power distribution utility responsible for supply of electricity to the consumers in ten Northern Districts of the State. The operations of the utility are regulated by Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission.

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Haryana Cabinet revises Ex-Gratia of Martyrs, approves hike Pensions, and other development policies in major decisions

Chandigarh, December 28 - Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved several key decisions aimed at improving the welfare of citizens, enhancing the state's administrative framework, and promoting economic growth.

Key Decisions Taken:

*Revised Ex-Gratia for Families of Martyrs*: The Cabinet approved an increase in the Ex-Gratia amount for the families of battle casualties of Union Armed Forces personnel and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel. The amount will now be raised from the existing Rs. 50 lakh to Rs. 1 crore, fulfilling a promise made by Chief Minister in his 2024-25 Budget speech. This move acknowledges the sacrifices of martyrs and their families.

*Enhanced Pension for Matribhasha Satyagrahis*: The Cabinet approved an increase in the monthly pension for Matribhasha Satyagrahis of the Hindi Aandolan-1957 from Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 20,000, effective immediately.

*Land Allocation for Family of Shaheed Sub-Inspector*: A 200-square-yard plot will be allocated to Smt. Kamlesh Sharma, wife of Shaheed Sub-Inspector Sh. Jai Bhagwan, in recognition of his ultimate sacrifice during a counter-insurgency operation in 1995. The plot will provide much-needed residential accommodation for her family.

*Mukhya Mantri Parivar Samridhi Yojana (MMPSY) SOP*: The Cabinet approved the Standing Operating Procedure (SOP) for the implementation of MMPSY from 2024-25. Under this scheme, instead of reimbursing premiums for various schemes, Rs. 1,000 per eligible family per year will be transferred to the Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Antyodaya Parivar Suraksha Yojana (DAYALU) for compensation payments to families with an income of up to Rs. 1.80 lakh annually.

*Revision of External Development Charges (EDC)*: The Cabinet approved the revision of the Indexation Policy for calculating EDC rates. The Indexation Policy was based on EDC rates for the year 2015 and these had not been increased for last 8 years till date. Prior to the Indexation Policy, the EDC rates were increased by 10 per cent every year. Accordingly, the Cabinet has approved the proposal to increase EDC rates by 10 percent every year, hereafter. A consultant will be engaged to determine future base EDC rates.

*Upgradation of Development Zones*: The Cabinet approved the upgradation of Pataudi-Haily Mandi and Farrukhnagar in Gurugram from Low Potential Zone to Medium Potential Zones, aimed at boosting economic growth of these areas and contributing to the state's revenue.

*Extension of Haryana Logistics, Warehousing & Retail Policy*: The Cabinet approved the extension of the 2019 Haryana Logistics, Warehousing & Retail Policy and associated schemes until the new policy is notified, supporting industrial growth in the state.

*Cabinet nod to Mandatory Aadhaar Authentication for HPSC Exams*: Aadhaar authentication will now be mandatory for candidates appearing for Group A and B posts in the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) exams. This move is aimed at ensuring the integrity of the recruitment process and preventing fraudulent applications.

*Amendment to Health Department Service Rules*: The Cabinet approved an amendment to the Haryana Health Department Multipurpose Health Supervisors and Multipurpose Health Workers Group ‘C’ Service Rules, 1984. As per the amendment, the educational qualification for the posts of Multipurpose Health Worker (Male) and Multipurpose Health Worker (Female) will now be 10+2 in any stream. Under the existing departmental service rules, the educational qualifications for recruitment to the MPHW post required 10+2 with science stream.

*Increase in Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity*: The Cabinet approved a 25% increase in the maximum limit of Death-cum-Retirement Gratuity for state government employees and Judicial Officers, raising the limit from Rs. 20 lakh to Rs. 25 lakh, effective from January 1, 2024.

*Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority Act Amendment*: The Cabinet approved amendments to the Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority Act, 2021, to enable the Chief Executive Officer to exercise powers under the Haryana New Capital (Periphery) Control Act, 1952, and update provisions regarding the area falling within the Municipal Council of Kalka.

*Haryana Human Resources Management System (e-HRMS 2.0) Policy*: The Cabinet approved the draft Haryana Human Resources Management System (Administration) Policy, 2024. This policy will update and streamline human resource management across all Haryana government departments, with e-HRMS 2.0 serving as a centralized platform for managing placements, transfers, and service conditions etc.

*Amendment to Haryana Contractual Employees Act*: The Cabinet approved to bring an ordinance to amend the Haryana Contractual Employees (Security of Service) Act, 2024. Under this amendment, the phrase "in a calendar year" will be replaced with "during a period of one year of contractual service." This amendment is being introduced to address request raised by contractual employees regarding the calculation of their service days.

*State Government Guarantees for UHBVNL Capex Loans*: The Cabinet granted ex-post facto approval for providing a state government guarantee of Rs. 800 crore to Canara Bank and Rs. 400 crore to Bank of India, for fresh Capex loans to Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited (UHBVNL) to meet its capital expenditure requirements for the financial year 2024-25.

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Haryana Cabinet approves extension of Haryana Logistics, Warehousing & Retail Policy, 2019

Policy offers financial incentives to reduce the cost of doing business & promote investment

Chandigarh, December 28 – The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved the extension of Haryana Logistics, Warehousing & Retail Policy, 2019 along with the schemes notified under it till the new Haryana Logistics, Warehousing & Retail Policy is notified.

The Haryana Logistics, Warehousing & Retail Policy, 2019 offers various fiscal incentives to reduce the cost of doing business and to promote investments in the logistics, warehousing and retail sector in Haryana. The units are supported through incentives on Investment - Capital Subsidy, Interest Subsidy, Stamp Duty reimbursement, EDC reimbursement, and electricity Duty exemption along with support on capacity building.

The policy focuses on simplification of regulatory laws and procedures for the logistics, warehousing and retail sectors. It aims at creating quality and cost competitive multi-modal logistics and warehousing infrastructure as well as retail-oriented infrastructure, along with promoting human capital development initiatives targeted at the creation of a labour pool skilled for these sectors.

The policy also aims to attract private sector investments as well as PPP investments in logistics, warehousing and retail sectors, apart from creating a strong ecosystem for delivering on big ticket industry and infrastructure projects. It also intends to enhance the upgradation and adoption of modernized technologies in these sectors.

It is worth mentioning that the Department of Industries & Commerce is in the process of getting the Haryana Logistics, Warehousing & Retail Policy, 2024 notified. The 2019 policy was valid for a period of 5 years and expired on 8th March, 2024. The same has been extended by the Cabinet today till 31st December, 2024 or till the time the final Logistics, Warehousing & Retail Policy, 2024 is approved, whichever is earlier.

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Haryana Cabinet Approves Plot Allocation to Martyr's Family

Chandigarh, December 28 - The Haryana Cabinet, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, has approved a proposal by the Development and Panchayats Department to allocate a 200-square-yard plot from shamilat deh land to Smt. Kamlesh Sharma, wife of Shaheed Sub-Inspector Sh. Jai Bhagwan. The late Sub-Inspector, a resident of Village Hirapur in Block Ballabgarh, District Faridabad, sacrificed his life during a counter-insurgency operation on December 12, 1995.

Smt. Kamlesh Sharma, who currently does not have residential accommodation, will receive the plot as a token of respect and support for her family.

This decision aligns with Rule 13 of the Punjab Village Common Lands (Regulation) Rules, 1964, which allows a Gram Panchayat, with prior approval from the State Government, to gift up to 200 square yards of shamilat deh land for residential purposes. This provision specifically benefits members of defense and paramilitary forces who are seriously injured and rendered handicapped, or the dependent families of those martyred in wars or counter-insurgency operations, provided they lack adequate residential accommodation.

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Haryana Government increases monthly pension for Matribhasha Satyagrahis of Hindi Aandolan-1957

Chandigarh, December 28 - The Haryana Government has approved an enhancement in the monthly pension of Matribhasha Satyagrahis of the Hindi Aandolan-1957 from the existing Rs 15,000 to Rs 20,000, with immediate effect.

A decision to amend Pension Scheme for the Matribhasha Satyagrahis was taken by the State Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today.

While the pension amount has been increased, the eligibility criteria and other terms and conditions of the scheme will remain unchanged.

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Haryana Cabinet approves Ordinance to amend Contractual Employees (Security of Service) Act, 2024

Chandigarh, December 28 – Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved the decision to bring an Ordinance for further amending the Haryana Contractual Employees (Security of Service) Act, 2024.

Under this amendment, the phrase "in a calendar year" will be replaced with "during a period of one year of contractual service." This amendment is being introduced to address request raised by contractual employees regarding the calculation of their service days.

Currently, employees had requested that the 240-day service requirement be calculated based on the actual number of days during a one-year period of contractual service, instead of a calendar year. The current system posed challenges for employees who joined between May and December, as the service days for their first year of employment were not being fully counted. For instance, employees whose date of joining falls after May and before December would not meet the 240-day service requirement for their first calendar year of service, thus affecting their job security.

In addition, for the year 2024, employees raised concerns as the number of days until the cut-off date of August 15, 2024, is only 227, which falls short of the required 240 days.

In response to these genuine request, the Haryana Cabinet has approved the amendment to consider 240 days of service during a period of one year of contractual service, thereby addressing these issues and ensuring better job security for contractual employees.

Under the Haryana Contractual Employees (Security of Service) Act, 2024, the benefit of job security is admissible to those contractual employees who fulfil the 5 years contractual service before 15th August 2024.

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Haryana Cabinet approves amendments to the Haryana Superior Judicial Service Rules, 2007, and the Punjab Civil Service (Judicial Branch) Rules, 1951, to provide compassionate assistance to dependents of deceased Judicial Service Members

Chandigarh, December 28 – The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved amendments to the Haryana Superior Judicial Service Rules, 2007, and the Punjab Civil Service (Judicial Branch) Rules, 1951, as applicable to the state of Haryana. The amendments pertain to the provision of compassionate financial assistance or appointment to the dependents of deceased members of the Haryana Superior Judicial Service and Haryana Civil Service (Judicial Branch).

In response to a request from the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the Cabinet approved the insertion of Rule 24A in the Haryana Superior Judicial Service Rules, 2007, after Rule 24, and the addition of Part EE after Part E in the Punjab Civil Service (Judicial Branch) Rules, 1951, as applicable to Haryana.

Under the newly inserted Rule 24A, compassionate financial assistance or an appointment to the dependents of deceased members of the Haryana Superior Judicial Service will be provided in accordance with the Haryana Civil Services (Compassionate Financial Assistance or Appointment) Rules, 2019, as amended from time to time.

Similarly, as per the newly inserted Part EE, compassionate financial assistance or appointment to the dependents of deceased members of the Haryana Civil Service (Judicial Branch) will also be governed by the Haryana Civil Services (Compassionate Financial Assistance or Appointment) Rules, 2019, as amended from time to time.

These rules will be called as Haryana Superior Judicial Service (Amendment) Rules, 2024 and Punjab Civil Service (Judicial Branch) Haryana Amendment Rules, 2024, and shall come into effect from August 1, 2019, as amended from time to time.

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Haryana Cabinet approved the proposal of the Health Department regarding amendment in Haryana Health Department Multipurpose Health Supervisors and Multipurpose Health Workers Group ‘C’ Service Rules, 1984.

Chandigarh, December 28: The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved the proposal of the Health Department regarding amendment in Haryana Health Department Multipurpose Health Supervisors and Multipurpose Health Workers Group ‘C’ Service Rules, 1984.

The new rules will be called the Haryana Health Department Multipurpose Health Supervisors and Multipurpose Health Workers Group ‘C’ Service (Amendment) Rules, 2024.

As per the amendment, the educational qualification for the posts of Multipurpose Health Worker (Male) and Multipurpose Health Worker (Female) will now be 10+2 in any stream. Under the existing departmental service rules, the educational qualifications for recruitment to the MPHW post required 10+2 with science stream.

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The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved the amendment in Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority Act, 2021 (Act 23 of 2021).

Chandigarh, December 28: The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved the amendment in Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority Act, 2021 (Act 23 of 2021). The new Act will be called the Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority (Amendment) Act, 2024.

The amendment is required to be carried out for making enabling provisions in the original Act 23 of 2021 for exercising powers of Haryana New Capital (Periphery) Control Act, 1952 (Punjab Act 1 of 1953) by Chief Executive Officer and also to make relevant insertions in appropriate sections and clauses with respect to area falling within limits of Municipal Council, Kalka.

The Section 15 of the Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority Act, 2021 enables Chief Executive Officer of the authority to exercise powers of the Director, Town and Country Planning, Haryana, Chandigarh as conferred under the Haryana Scheduled Roads and Controlled Areas and Restrictions of Unregulated Development Act, 1963 (Punjab Act 41 of 1963), but as most of the area falling within the jurisdiction of the authority is part of Controlled Area declared under Haryana New Capital (Periphery) Control Act, 1952 (Punjab Act 1 of 1953) hence, the powers of the Director, Town and Country Planning Department conferred under the provisions of Act 1 of 1953 are also required to be exercised by the Chief Executive Officer of the authority for the smooth and streamlining working. Further, in the original Act, there is a mention of Municipal Corporation, Panchkula only, whereas an area situated within limits of Municipal Council, Kalka is also falling within jurisdiction of the authority.

The Panchkula Metropolitan Development Authority was established under the PMDA Act, 2021, with the aim of fostering continued, sustained, and balanced growth in the Panchkula Metropolitan Area. The authority's objectives include enhancing the quality of life and providing a reasonable standard of living for residents, ensuring integrated and coordinated planning, infrastructure development, the provision of urban amenities, mobility management, sustainable urban environmental management, and promoting social, economic, and industrial development.

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Cabinet approves revision of Indexation mechanism for calculation of External Development Charges

Proposal to increase EDC rates by 10 per cent every year gets Cabinet nod

Chandigarh, December 28 –The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today, has approved revision of Indexation mechanism for calculation of External Development Charges (EDC) of various potential zones in the state.

The Indexation Policy was based on EDC rates for the year 2015 and these had not been increased for last 8 years till date. Prior to the Indexation Policy, the EDC rates were increased by 10 per cent every year. Accordingly, the Cabinet has approved the proposal to increase EDC rates by 10 per cent every year, hereafter.

The Cabinet also approved engagement of a consultant to decide the base EDC rates for determination of indexation rates in future and till such time the base EDC rates get determined. Cabinet approved one time increase of 20% from January 01, 2025 and for later years an increase of 10% every year w.e.f 01st January of every year was approved.

The approval will pave the way for issuing of policy instructions under Section 9A of the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Area Act, 1975, as well as for undertaking amendments in the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Rules, 1976.

It is worth mentioning that the rates of EDC were fixed under Indexation Mechanism on the recommendations of Cabinet Sub-Committee consisting of Finance Minister, Public Works (B&R) Minister, Social Justice and Empowerment Minister and Health and Medical Education Minister. In 2018, the government had requested IIT Delhi to undertake the work of determination of EDC rates of Gurugram & Rohtak Circle and IIT Roorkee for Faridabad, Panchkula & Hisar Circle. However, both the institutes expressed their inability to undertake the work of determination of EDC rates due to which the same Indexation Policy as well as EDC rates continued till date.

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Haryana Cabinet approves upgradation of Pataudi-Haily Mandi and Farrukhnagar to Medium Potential Zones

Chandigarh, December 28 - Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved the amendment to upgrade the potential zones of Pataudi-Haily Mandi and Farrukhnagar in district Gurugram from the Low Potential Zone to the Medium Potential Zone.

Currently, the areas of Pataudi-Haily Mandi and Farrukhnagar fall under the 'Low Potential Zone' as defined in the 'Schedule' of the Haryana Development and Regulation of Urban Areas Rules, 1976, which outlines various potential zones such as low, medium, high, and hyper. However, these areas have now shown significant potential for development, including the establishment of colonies, institutions, industries, and warehouses.

A representation received on August 1, 2024, highlighted that the classification of Farrukhnagar and Pataudi-Haily Mandi as Low Potential Zones results in lower revenue receipts, especially in terms of External Development Charges (EDC), Internal Development Charges, License Fees, and Conversion Charges. The representation urged the government to upgrade these areas to a higher potential zone to increase revenue generation.

Both Farrukhnagar and Pataudi-Haily Mandi are located in close proximity to the Hyper Potential Zone of the Gurgaon-Manesar Urban Complex (GMUC). Farrukhnagar has gained significant attention from developers, largely due to the development of the Model Economic Township by Reliance, the KMP Expressway, and the rapidly expanding railway network. Similarly, Pataudi-Haily Mandi's proximity to NH-8 and the KMP Expressway positions it as an area with enormous development potential.

By upgrading Farrukhnagar and Pataudi-Haily Mandi to Medium Potential Zones, the Haryana Government aims to enhance revenue collection from developers, particularly through increased rates for License Fees, External Development Charges, Conversion Charges, and other related fees. This upgrade will contribute positively to the State Exchequer, fostering economic growth in these areas.

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Haryana Cabinet approves upgradation of Pataudi-Haily Mandi and Farrukhnagar to Medium Potential Zones

Chandigarh, December 28 - Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved the amendment to upgrade the potential zones of Pataudi-Haily Mandi and Farrukhnagar in district Gurugram from the Low Potential Zone to the Medium Potential Zone.

Currently, Pataudi-Haily Mandi and Farrukhnagar are classified as 'Low Potential Zones' under ‘Schedule-IV’ of the Punjab Scheduled Roads Controlled Areas Restriction of Unregulated Development Rules, 1965 (Rules of 1965). These rules outline the rates of conversion charges in controlled areas based on the potential zone for the purpose of converting the use of land.

With the amendment, the controlled areas within the Pataudi-Haily Mandi Development Plan and Farrukhnagar Development Plan will now be classified as Medium Potential Zones. This change will be reflected in Schedule-IV of the 1965 Rules and will apply to the applicable fees and charges under the Haryana Scheduled Roads and Controlled Areas Restriction of Unregulated Development Act, 1963.

The decision to upgrade these areas comes as they have shown significant potential for growth, including the development of colonies, institutions, industries, and warehouses. This upgradation will enhance the region's prospects for further development and generate greater revenue through increased conversion charges.