Chandigarh, December 15: Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, while inaugurating the second phase of the Chief Minister’s Good Governance Associates (CMGGA) 2025 in Sonipat today, said that this occasion is not just the launch of a programme, but a commitment to carry forward a new tradition of good governance in Haryana. He stated that governance is not merely about law and order, but an art of touching people’s hearts and understanding the pulse of society. Good governance is established when every citizen—farmer, labourer, youth, and women—feels that the government is their own. Transparency, accountability, and timely service are the core pillars of good governance.
The Chief Minister said that the CMGGA programme, launched in 2016, was inspired by the idea of how educated and energetic youth can be integrated into the mainstream of governance. This is not a job, but a process of transforming youth into “change-makers.” So far, more than 175 associates have been part of this programme, who visit villages, suggest solutions based on dialogue, and strengthen the foundation of real good governance on the ground.
Referring to Haryana’s historical and cultural heritage, the Chief Minister said that the 4,600-year-old civilization of Rakhigarhi is proof of the prosperity of this land. Through CMGGA, more than 70 percent of associates are still actively engaged in policy research, the social sector, and development work. Under ‘Antyodaya Saral,’ more than 600 government services have been made available online, while over 85 percent of families have been successfully registered under the ‘Parivar Pehchan Patra.’ Under the ‘Saksham Haryana’ campaign, nearly 14 lakh children are benefiting from improved education.
Providing details of the new format of CMGGA-2025, the Chief Minister said that the mantra of this phase is—“Innovation has happened, now it is time for implementation.” This time, Global Village Foundation has joined as the implementing agency and Rishihood University as the learning partner. A total of 27 associates will work on priority areas such as rural development, policy research, governance, climate policy, and data analytics. These candidates are from premier institutions like TISS, IIMs, and IITs, and have work experience in organizations such as NITI Aayog.
Chief Minister Sh. Saini said Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has resolved to make India a developed nation by 2047. Haryana is moving rapidly in this direction with the goal of becoming a trillion-dollar economy and generating new employment opportunities. This is not just economic expansion, but an agenda of human development.
Addressing the associates, he said that they should not view this opportunity merely as a certificate or a stepping stone in their careers, but as a mission of nation-building. Work with dedication, take every responsibility seriously, never compromise on truth and transparency, and always keep the spirit of innovation alive. Challenges will arise and mistakes may happen, but true leadership lies in learning from them and moving forward. Quoting the message of the Gita, he said, “Perform your duty without worrying about the outcome.”
The Chief Minister called upon everyone to work together through CMGGA-2025 to make Haryana a stronger, more prosperous, educated, healthy, secure, and well-governed state. With the resolve of a developed India, the time has come to move forward rapidly in the direction of building a developed Haryana.
On this occasion, BJP State President Mohanlal Badoli, MLA Krishna Gahlawat, MLA Pawan Kharkhoda, Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Yashpal Yadav, Chairman of Global Village Foundation Sumit Kumar, Former Railway Minister and Chancellor of Rishihood University, Sh. Suresh Prabhu, CEO of Rishihood University Sahil Aggarwal, and several other dignitaries were present.
Youth must ensure their role in realizing good governance
Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini also met separately with all the selected Chief Minister’s Good Governance Associates. He interacted with them, took their introductions, and congratulated them for working in Haryana. He said that the objective of the Chief Minister’s Good Governance Associates Programme (CMGGA) is to ensure the participation of youth in realizing the Chief Minister’s vision of good governance. This programme is not merely a fellowship or employment opportunity, but a powerful process to develop youth as “change-makers.” He said that all good governance policies of the government must be taken from the district level to the sub-division, block, and village levels. While challenges will arise, success belongs to those who face challenges and move forward. He emphasized that everyone must work with the spirit of Antyodaya. Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini also shared his experiences and handed over appointment letters to the associates.
