Chandigarh, May 17 – In a significant step towards enhancing direct engagement with the industrial sector and shaping policies that are more practical and impactful, the Haryana Government organized a stakeholder consultation meeting in Gurugram today for making Draft Haryana Electronic System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM) Policy 2025 and Draft Haryana AVGC-XR Policy 2025. The meeting was chaired by Industries and Commerce Minister Sh. Rao Narbir Singh. He said the government seeks to frame such industry-conducive policies that more and more stakeholders can associate with and contribute to the state and nation’s progress.
The consultation focused on the Draft Haryana Electronic System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) Policy 2025 and the Draft Haryana AVGC-XR Policy 2025, and was held at PWD Rest House in Gurugram. Key officials present included Sh. Nitin Bansal, Chief Technology Officer of the Industries Department; Sh. Virender Singh, Advisor to the Cabinet Minister; Sh. Ishwar Singh Yadav, Joint Director; and Shri Brijpal, Deputy Director.
During the meeting, Rao Narbir Singh said on the state’s economic and industrial strategies, reaffirming the government’s unwavering commitment to fostering an industry-driven policy ecosystem. He emphasized that such efforts are essential for driving economic growth, enhancing global competitiveness and ensuring ease of doing business.
He said that “Over the past decade, Haryana has consistently broken away from outdated industrial practices”. “In today’s global scenario, it is evident that economic progress hinges on industrial growth. As we aim for a developed India by 2047, your (industry) participation is vital. The Haryana Government will continue its efforts to maintain ongoing dialogue with stakeholders to accelerate industrial development in the state, he asserted.”
Stakeholder Suggestions to Be Included in Final Policies
He further assured stakeholders that under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, the process of policy reforms in Haryana is ongoing. The government seeks to frame such industry-conducive policies that more and more stakeholders can associate with and contribute to the state and nation’s progress.
The Industry Minister said that “All creative and practical suggestions shared by stakeholders will be carefully reviewed and integrated into the final versions of the policies”. “This will not only strengthen the state’s industrial landscape but also position Haryana as a leader in the sector,” he added.
Presentation on Policy Objectives
Chief Technology Officer Sh. Nitin Bansal provided an overview of the policies. He stated that in alignment with the ‘Make in India’ mission, the ESDM policy aims to develop Haryana as a leading hub through innovation, infrastructure development, and skill enhancement. Meanwhile, the AVGC-XR Policy 2025 focuses on boosting domestic production and providing support through skill training and infrastructure incentives.
Stakeholders Appreciate Government’s Proactive Approach
Industry leaders, trade organizations, and institutional representatives appreciated the Haryana Government’s visionary leadership and industry-centric initiatives. They praised the proactive steps taken by the government to foster a favorable investment climate in the state.
The participants acknowledged the government’s efforts to prioritize industry needs, simplify regulatory processes and ensure smooth business operations. They noted that such supportive policies not only attract investment but also empower local enterprises.
On this occasion, notable participants included representatives from Corning Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., IESA, Anexpi Semiconductor, ATL, Vividion, Reliance Industries, Applied Materials, Dell Technologies, Amber Group, Nodwin Games, Charuvi Design Lab, Winzo, Junglee Games, Yologram, India Gaming Digital Society and Game Developers Association of India, among other.
