IEP Chandigarh, February 3
Vice President of India, Sh Jagdeep Dhankhar today released a book titled “9 Incredible Years of Haryana Government: Emergence of a New and Vibrant Haryana” at Surajkund, Faridabad. The event also witnessed the presence of Haryana Governor, Sh Bandaru Dattatraya, Chief Minister, Sh Manohar Lal and several other distinguished guests.
After releasing the book, the Vice President, in his address, described the state of Haryana as a role model for the country. He said that the work done in Haryana regarding system change and good governance, in accordance with the visionary thinking of Chief Minister Shri Manohar Lal, was not easy. Reforming the system was difficult because, while undertaking such endeavors, the first individuals to challenge you are those in your immediate surroundings. They question why you have assumed power, why you are altering political norms ingrained over decades, and if you do not provide employment opportunities for your constituents, who will support us. However, Sh Manohar Lal regarded the entirety of Haryana as his family and pursued the task of systemic transformation. He emphasized that this message resonated not only within Haryana but across the entire country. Today, the ‘Transparent-Accountable-Honest Recruitment Process’ of Haryana State is a topic of discussion nationwide. He further highlighted that Haryana excels in numerous fields, including agriculture, sports, and defense services. The farmers and soldiers of Haryana have consistently strived to uphold our national pride.
Describing Sh Manohar Lal’s seven principles of good governance – Shiksha, Swasthya, Suraksha, Swabhiman, Swavlamban, Sushasan, and Sewa – as Satvik, he said that these principles are indispensable for upholding democratic values.
Sh Dhankhar remarked that India is undergoing a profound transformation under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi. He emphasized that the vision embedded within our cultural heritage is vividly reflected in our current progress, portraying today as a glorious era for India. This pivotal period lays the robust groundwork for India’s future, ensuring that by the time India commemorates its 100 years of independence in 2047, it will emerge as a developed nation.
He stated that just a decade ago, the country was known by ‘scams’ and a faltering economy. However, today, India has ascended to become the fifth-largest superpower globally, surpassing countries like Canada, England and France. Within the next 2-3 years, India will ascend to the position of the third-largest superpower in the world, surpassing Japan and Germany, he added.
Sh Dhankhar highlighted that there was a time when corruption prevailed in every aspect of government, necessitating the involvement of middlemen for any work to be accomplished. Today the culture of middlemen has been eradicated entirely. He commended the significant ecosystem that our youth are currently benefiting from, which has strengthened their confidence and propelled them to unprecedented heights based on their achievements.
The Vice President lauded Sh Rajesh Khullar, Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister and said that his lecture would be conducted as a source of motivation on Sansad TV.
The book, which illustrates the development narrative of Haryana, is poised to become the new history of Haryana – Governor Bandaru Dattatraya
During the book release ceremony, Haryana Governor Sh Bandaru Dattatraya expressed pride in the developmental changes witnessed by the people of Haryana over the past nine years. He noted that due to this sustained development, future generations will always cherish these transformative moments. The Governor highlighted that Haryana has now emerged as one of the leading states in the country, attributing this progress to the government’s commitment to equitable development, corruption-free governance, and transparency, guided by the principle of “Haryana Ek-Haryanvi Ek.” He said that Haryana’s global recognition is growing steadily as it continues to innovate and progress.
Describing the book focusing on the nine remarkable years of the Haryana government as a testament to the state’s track record, the Governor praised Chief Minister Manohar Lal’s leadership style, hailing him as a dedicated and genuine public servant. He reiterated that the Chief Minister considers the entire state as his family and diligently fulfils his responsibilities.
The Governor said that this book, which illustrates the development narrative of Haryana, is poised to become the new history of Haryana. He emphasized the importance of disseminating the book to rural areas, ensuring that people understand the government’s ongoing efforts for their welfare.
Improving lives of citizens by advancing Good Governance and Antyodaya – Manohar Lal
Chief Minister Sh. Manohar Lal said that the book ‘9 Incredible Years of Haryana Government’ encapsulates perspectives from individuals occupying various positions in politics, education, social work, administration and the judiciary. Notably, insightful contributions from intellectuals regarding the state government’s initiatives for the nation and society are also featured in the book. Reflecting on his nine-year tenure, he underscored the government’s focus on addressing grassroots realities and resolving people’s issues. Guided by the principles of good governance and Antyodaya, the government has endeavored to improve the lives of the state’s residents.
Emphasizing the rejection of the three Cs – crime, corruption, and caste-based politics, Sh Manohar Lal highlighted the realization of the ethos of ‘Haryana ek-Haryanvi ek.’ Referring to the seven S as the aim of his vision, he said that today a system based on – Shiksha, Swasthya, Suraksha, Swabhiman, Swavlamban, Sushasan, and Sewa – has been established in the state.
Additionally, he reminisced about his experiences working alongside Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, noting the Prime Minister’s unwavering commitment to prioritizing the nation’s interests. Sh Manohar Lal pledged to uphold this ethos, ensuring a continued focus on public service in the state. He extended his gratitude to Vice President Sh Jagdeep Dhankhar for releasing the book.
The Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi used to say that whatever you feel is good for public interest, start it. If it’s detrimental, abandon it, if it’s beneficial, persist, Modi ji used to grant such freedom. Referring to Sh Modi as a ‘prayogdharmi’, the Chief Minister highlighted the positive changes and initiatives undertaken over the past nine years to steer the country on the path of unprecedented development. He said that while a political leader can outline goals, it’s the administrative officers who execute the action plan to realize those objectives effectively. The Chief Minister said that the ideology he has been associated with, the individual is not primary but the ideology is primary. On the basis of this ideology, we are moving forward and continuously engaged in public service.
Chief Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Sh Rajesh Khullar also provided detailed information about the content and concept of the book. He mentioned that through this book, it will also be understood how a new and vibrant Haryana has emerged as a result of a good governance system. He highlighted that Haryana Chief Minister Sh Manohar Lal has worked to reform the system during his tenure, serving the entire people of Haryana in the form of servant leadership. Sh Khullar appreciated the efforts made to make Haryana a leading state by implementing significant changes in various government welfare schemes. He noted that the book “9 Incredible Years of Haryana Government” includes responses provided on the public welfare policies of the Haryana Government.
Haryana Assembly Speaker Sh Gian Chand Gupta, Union Minister of State Sh Krishan Pal Gurjar, Transport Minister Moolchand Sharma, Urban Bodies Minister Dr. Kamal Gupta, Cooperative and Public Health Minister Dr. Banwari Lal, Women and Child Development Minister Kamlesh Dhanda, Development and Panchayat Minister Devendra Singh Babli MP Dharmbir Singh, MP Ramesh Kaushik, Rajya Sabha MP Krishan Lal Panwar, General DP Vats, Kartikeya Sharma, Chief Secretary Sanjeev Kaushal, Director General of Information, Public Relations, Languages and Culture Department Mandip Singh Brar, book editor Prof. Kuldeep Chand Agnihotri, Translation editor Dr. Shamim Sharma and former IPS R.K. Panchnanda and other dignitaries were also present on this occasion.
This book, highlighting the accomplishments of the current government over the past nine years, has been published in both Hindi and English languages.
