German delegation meets Haryana CM to discuss progress of new Manufacturing Plant in Jhajjar
Delegation evinced keen interest in expanding their investment footprint in Haryana
Harness the potential of Haryana’s youth through employment opportunities – Chief Minister
Chandigarh, May 14 – A German delegation led by Mr. Markus Kerkhoff, Group CEO of Poppe + Potthoff GmbH, Germany, called on Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here to apprise him of the progress of their automobile component manufacturing plant in Jhajjar district. The delegation also included Mr. Thorsten Ellersieck, Head of Sales, Poppe + Potthoff, along with representatives from Lalbaba Engineering Limited, the Indian partner in this strategic joint venture.
During the meeting, the delegation expressed keen interest in expanding their investment footprint in Haryana, citing the state’s industry-friendly policies and proactive support from the government. Poppe + Potthoff, which has its presence in 70–80 countries, is also exploring the establishment of a new R&D facility in Haryana and plans to create a structured system for employing skilled manpower from the state to meet both global and domestic requirements.
Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, while interacting with the delegation, said that Haryana Government empowering its youth through world-class skill development initiatives. He said that the state has been proactively aligning its training programmes with global industry standards to ensure that the workforce is equipped with the latest technical knowledge and practical expertise. The Chief Minister also urged the Poppe + Potthoff delegation to recognize and harness the immense potential of Haryana’s talented youth by offering them meaningful employment opportunities. He said that the state government is fully supporting efforts to build strong partnerships between industries and educational institutions especailly technical, and help create a system that trains youth to meet both local and global job needs.
It was also informed in the meeting that Poppe + Potthoff GmbH, Germany and Lalbaba collaboration represents a landmark step in strengthening India’s manufacturing capabilities, promoting import substitution, and advancing the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat under the Prime Minister’s Make in India initiative.
The new joint venture facility in Jhajjar embodies a shared commitment to sustainable, future-ready manufacturing. Conceptualized as a zero-discharge plant, the facility will derive 40% of its energy needs from solar power, aligning with India’s environmental goals. The plant will focus on producing high-precision components such as fuel injection and airbag tubes – products that are currently fully imported. Localizing the production of these critical components will not only strengthen our national supply chain but also generate skilled employment and significantly reduce dependency on imports.
Advisor to the Chief Minister in the Department of Foreign Cooperation, Sh. Pawan Kumar Chaudhary, along with other senior officials was also present at the meeting.
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Chief Minister Interacts with class 12 Toppers of BSEH
CM Congratulates Toppers of Arts, Commerce, and Science Streams
Chandigarh, May 14 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday spoke to the Class 12 examination toppers of the Board of School Education Haryana over the phone, congratulated them, and wished them a bright future.
The Chief Minister said that it is a matter of great pride that these meritorious students have emerged as role models who inspire the younger generation.
The Chief Minister personally spoke with Arpandeep Singh from Kaithal, who secured the first position in the Commerce stream, Saroj from Jind, the Arts topper, and Naman from Bhiwani, the Science stream topper. He appreciated their hard work, dedication, and discipline, stating that their success is the result of self-confidence, family support, and guidance from their teachers.
The Chief Minister said that students from Haryana are showcasing their talent across the country, which is a matter of pride. He affirmed that the government is providing every possible support to help talented students excel and will continue to do so. The students who are performing excellently today will play a vital role in building society and the nation tomorrow, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.
The Chief Minister also congratulated the parents and teachers of the students, acknowledging that their dedication and encouragement were equally important in the student’s success. He urged all students to continue working hard and contribute to the development of the nation.
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Election Commission takes new initiatives to ensure free and fair elections
Chandigarh, May 14 – Haryana Chief Electoral Officer, Sh. Pankaj Agarwal, said that the Election Commission of India is continuously taking new initiatives to make the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies election process more transparent and fair.
He said that Chief Election Commissioner, Sh. Gyanesh Kumar and Election Commissioners Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Dr. Vivek Joshi had an interaction with the National People’s Party led by its Party President, Sh. Conrad Sangma at Nirvachan Sadan. The meeting is in continuation of the interactions being held by ECI with the Presidents of various National and State Political Parties.
The Commission had earlier met with the delegations of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), led by the Party President Km. Mayawati, on May 06, 2025, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), led by the Party President Sh. Jagat Prakash Nadda, on May 08, 2025 and the General Secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), Sh. M.A. Baby on May 10, 2025.
He further said that to ensure an error-free voter list, a total of 4,719 meetings have been organised with the representatives of national and state recognized political parties and other stakeholders. Out of these, 40 meetings were conducted by the CEOs, 800 by DEOs, and 3,879 by EROs. More than 28,000 representatives from different political parties participated in these meetings.
He said that this initiative aligns with the commission’s vision of further strengthening the electoral process in accordance with the existing legal framework with all stakeholders.
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*Haryana to Revamp ITI Curriculum to Meet Industry Needs – Dr. Sumita Misra*
Chandigarh, May 14 – To maximize job placement for trained youth in Haryana, as envisioned by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the Haryana Government is updating the ITI curriculum. Dr. Sumita Misra, Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, said that the new syllabus will include foundational training in AI, soft skills, and industry-focused modules to better prepare youth for modern jobs.
She was presiding over a high-level committee meeting to assess progress on key action points from the 4th National Conference of Chief Secretaries held in December 2024. Dr. Misra stressed that improving the quality of skill training institutions is essential to achieve the ambitious goal of maximum placements.
Dr. Misra directed officers to compile and analyze past placement records of ITI graduates to identify gaps between training and actual employment trends. This will help in crafting a more targeted and efficient placement strategy. She directed to develop a dedicated portal to provide real-time access to industry-specific skilled workforce data, facilitating efficient talent matching, streamlining industrial hiring, and boosting employment opportunities for Haryana’s skilled youth.
With the objective of modernizing teaching practices, she disclosed that a state-level training conference for ITI faculty will soon be organized. The conference will acquaint instructors with the latest industrial innovations, tools, and technologies, ensuring that students are mentored in line with current industry demands.
Dr. Misra also directed that the Haryana Single Window Portal should be linked to the Haryana SARAL Portal. This will streamline single-point contact for all government incentive schemes for new entrepreneurs, and this feature should be prominently highlighted.
She further said that the State Government is working to establish IT hubs and service clusters, which will be supported by robust social infrastructure. Dr. Misra added that the State Government will soon notify the State Logistics, Warehousing, and Retail Policy, which will outline a comprehensive logistics action plan. This policy aims to enhance efficiency and drive economic growth across the sector.
The meeting was attended by Principal Secretary, Industries & Commerce Department, Sh. D. Suresh; Principal Secretary, Labour Department, Sh. Rajeev Ranjan; Director General, Industries & Commerce Department, Sh. Yash Garg besides other senior officers.
