Says, Budget 2026-27 to Empower Women, Youth, Farmers and Entrepreneurs
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh-
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini stated that the state government has presented a historic Budget of ₹2,23,658.17 crore for the year 2026-27, which is 10.28% higher than the revised estimate of ₹2,02,816.66 crore for 2025-26. He said this is his second Budget as Finance Minister and reflects the aspirations of every citizen of the state. Through 12 major decisions, the Budget aims to empower all sections of society, with special focus on women, youth, sportspersons, farmers, and entrepreneurs.
The Chief Minister was addressing a press conference after presenting the Budget in the Haryana Legislative Assembly. He informed that from January 6 to January 27, 13 meetings were held from Gurugram to Panchkula, and nearly 5,000 suggestions received through various platforms were incorporated into the Budget.
He said that for the first time in the state’s history, 98% of the total Budget for 2025-26 has been spent. Haryana’s GDP, which stood at ₹4,37,145 crore in 2014-15, is estimated to rise to ₹13,67,769 crore in 2025-26. The state’s economic growth rate is estimated at 9.5%. Per capita income, which was ₹1,47,382 in 2014-15, has increased to ₹3,95,618.
The Chief Minister announced that the World Bank will provide ₹2,716 crore for the ‘Haryana Clean Air Project’ and ₹5,715 crore for the ‘Water Secure Haryana’ project. Additionally, ₹474 crore will be approved by the World Bank for the Haryana AI Mission, under which one lakh youth will receive AI training.
He said that 12 major decisions were taken during this Budget session, including the formation of a third power distribution company named ‘Haryana Agri DISCOM’, administration of HPV vaccines to 3 lakh adolescent girls, revival of 300 loss-making PACS into profitable units, implementation of a new ‘Make in Haryana’ policy for investors, and development of Hansi as an ultra-modern model district.
The Chief Minister further announced that 1.40 lakh acres of saline land will be made cultivable. Under the ‘Mera Pani–Meri Virasat’ scheme, farmers will receive an additional bonus of ₹2,000 per acre. Initiatives such as Smart Agriculture Clusters for natural farming, installation of 35,000 solar pumps, and promotion of organic farming will also be undertaken.
New Momentum for Women Empowerment
The Chief Minister announced a target to create 3 lakh ‘Lakhpati Didis’. Under the ‘Pink Cab’ scheme, women will receive interest-free loans of up to ₹10 lakh for vehicle purchase and training. A total of 4,000 new fair price shops will be opened, with 33% reserved for women. Additionally, 7 new women police stations will be established, and the number of buses dedicated to women will be increased from 273 to 500.
Focus on Youth, Antyodaya and Employment
He stated that rural youth will receive skill training, and Agniveers will be given 20% reservation in Haryana Police. ‘Khelo India’ mini-centres will be set up in every district. Furthermore, 8,000 EWS flats will be constructed, and rooftop solar systems will be installed on 2.20 lakh houses.
Steps in Health, Education and Industry
The Chief Minister announced that Faridabad District Hospital will be upgraded to 400 beds, while hospitals in Sonipat and Rewari will be upgraded to 300 beds each. A total of 100 new health sub-centres, 18 dialysis centres, and 70 advanced life support ambulances will be added. Additionally, 250 schools will be developed as CM Excellence in Education (EEE) schools. Common Facility Centres will be established for MSMEs, and Wedding Cities will be set up in Gurugram, Kharkhoda, and Pinjore.