Haryana has made significant contribution to national progress; State has emerged as first choice of domestic and global investors: CM
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh–
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini said there is no difference between the government’s words and its actions. Today, Haryana is writing a new definition of prosperity. Embracing the core principle of “government of the people, for the people and by the people,” the state of Haryana is moving rapidly forward, step by step, with PM Modi’s resolve of a ‘Viksit Bharat’. The Haryana Government has not only launched new schemes for the upliftment of the poor by breaking away from old practices, but has also ensured that these schemes are implemented effectively on the ground.
The Chief Minister was addressing the gathering at the district-level function held in Gurugram on Monday on the occasion of the 77th Republic Day. He first paid floral tributes to the martyrs at the Veer Shaheedi Memorial and then unfurled the National Flag. The Chief Minister inspected the parade and took the salute from various contingents, including Haryana Police, Women Police, Home Guards and Scouts.
Saini began his address by paying homage to the immortal martyrs, freedom fighters, the chief architect of the Constitution, Baba Saheb Dr. BR Ambedkar, and all members of the Constituent Assembly. He said that Republic Day, imbued with the spirit of Vande Mataram and the resolve of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, reminds us of the nation’s unity, cultural pride and self-reliance. Despite its diversity, our nation has always remained united, a glimpse of which is reflected in the glorious celebrations marking 150 years of Vande Mataram. Advancing steadily on the path of self-reliance, India today is creating a new identity on the global map, which is a matter of pride and inspiration for every citizen.
The Chief Minister said Republic Day is not only a festival of remembering the past, but also a grand occasion to envision the golden picture of our present and future that we have collectively shaped over the last 11 years. He said for decades, governments changed but the system did not. With the objective of systemic transformation, the government had taken 217 resolutions in its manifesto during the last Assembly elections. Of these, 54 resolutions have been fulfilled within just one year, while work on the remaining 163 is progressing rapidly.
Haryana’s significant contribution to national progress
The Chief Minister said that Haryana has a significant contribution to the nation’s progress. He stated that although Haryana accounts for only 1.34 percent of the country’s total geographical area and 2.09 percent of its population, it contributes 3.7 percent to the national GDP. With a per capita income of Rs. 3.53 lakh, Haryana ranks first among the major states of the country. Haryana is also ranked first in per capita GST collection and is included in the Top Achievers category in the State Ease of Doing Business rankings. The state ranks second in the country and first in North India in providing better logistics facilities to industries. Haryana is also the leading state in winning the highest number of medals in the Olympics and other international sporting events.
Haryana becomes the first choice of domestic and global investors
Saini said that it is the result of the government’s incentive schemes that Haryana has today become the first choice of investors from India and abroad. Over the past 11 years, 12.92 lakh micro, small and medium enterprises have been established in the state, generating employment for around 49 lakh people. He said that industries are the backbone of the economy and a major source of employment; therefore, Ease of Doing Business has been strengthened by eliminating outdated rules and complex procedures. Today, more than 150 services are available online for investors, and all approvals are being ensured within 12 days. He added that with the objective of regional balance, industrial development is being promoted across the state—Maruti Suzuki’s largest plant is coming up in IMT Kharkhoda, along with a Suzuki Motorcycle plant and an alloy wheel plant of the Uno Minda Group. Gurugram has emerged as a global hub for IT and startups, where a township is being developed over 1,000 acres under the Global City Project. Logistics hubs are being developed in Narnaul, a manufacturing cluster in Hisar, and an electronics park in Sohna.
Decisive steps towards a secure future for youth
The Chief Minister said that the government is fully committed to securing the future of youth and has translated its promises into action. He informed that with the formation of the new Council of Ministers, 24,000 youths were given government jobs on October 17, 2024. In the last one year, a total of 34,000 youths have been provided employment, while over the past 11 years this figure has reached 1.80 lakh. He said that the government has not limited itself to government jobs alone, but has also focused on job security by enacting a law to secure the future of youths working under the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam. To make youth employment-oriented, 1.14 lakh youths have been provided skill training. To effectively curb the problem of the “Donkey route,” a Bill was passed in the Assembly on March 26, 2025 and enacted into law to ensure strict action against illegal and fraudulent travel agents.
Government empowering women economically, socially and educationally
The Chief Minister said that without the participation of women, the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat-Viksit Haryana’ remains incomplete. He said this is the decade of women power, which will shape the direction of the nation and the state; therefore, it is essential that women are healthy, safe and economically empowered. With this vision, the government has effectively implemented several schemes on the ground to make women self-reliant. Under the Deendayal Lado Lakshmi scheme, 8.64 lakh women are being provided Rs. 2,100 per month, and Rs. 441 crore has already been disbursed.