Chandigarh, September 22 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini today gave a major gift to the people of the state by inaugurating 557 projects worth about Rs. 117 crore on the first day of the Navratri.
As part of the ‘Sewa Pakhwada’ campaign, a programme was organized at the Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science & Technology (DCRUST), Murthal, Sonipat, where Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini came as the chief guest. From here, he inaugurated 72 women cultural centres, 90 indoor gyms, 69 yoga and exercise centres, 101 roads under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Khet Sadak Yojana and street lights in 225 villages. Along with this, he inaugurated and inspected women’s health camps under the ‘Swasth Nari-Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan’ and the 8th Poshan Maah. He also extended greetings to the people of the state on Navratri and Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said this is not just an inauguration of projects but a symbol of our resolve and commitment to take Haryana to new heights of development. The Haryana Government is determined to spread the light of development equally in every village and city. He said the government believes that when women are empowered, families, society, and the nation will be strong. The cultural centres inaugurated today will serve as a platform for women to showcase their talents. Mothers and sisters will be able to organize cultural programmes at these centres. These cultural centres are being opened across the state. During the recent Teej Festival, 131 women cultural centres were inaugurated; and now, a total of 203 such centres have been opened across the state.
Ensuring health and fitness for every citizen
Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said ensuring the health and fitness of every citizen of Haryana is part of the government’s resolve. Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi had also launched the Fit India Movement. Promoting fitness and yoga culture in the state, gyms and exercise centres are being opened. Today, 90 indoor gyms and 69 yoga and exercise centres were inaugurated as part of this initiative. So far, 892 yoga and exercise centres have been opened across the state. The government plans to open gyms in every village. He urged the youth to remain healthy, stay away from addiction and make full use of these gyms and exercise centres.
Development of villages is government’s priority
Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the development of villages is a priority of his government. Street lights are being installed in the 10 most populous villages of each block and in all Mahagram villages. So far, street lights have been installed in 695 villages. ‘Kachchi’ streets of 588 Gram Panchayats with a population of more than 1,000 have been paved with an expenditure of Rs. 237.64 crore. Work at other places will also be completed soon. Along with this, rapid work is underway under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Khet Sadak Yojana, under which 101 new roads were inaugurated today. He said Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, through the Gram Uday initiative, is prioritizing development for the rise of India. The Haryana Government is also strengthening Panchayati Raj institutions to advance this vision.
Taking Haryana to new heights of progress
The Chief Minister said we will take Haryana to new heights of progress. To improve the quality of rural life, furniture has been provided in 983 e-libraries across the state. Books and computers will soon be installed in these e-libraries. This facility will be expanded to all villages. The government aims to make every village in Haryana self-reliant and ensure Panchayats fulfill the resolve of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas.” The Chief Minister said that on his birthday, Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi had launched the Swasth Nari-Sashakt Parivar Abhiyan and the 8th Poshan Maah.
PM has provided major relief through GST reforms
Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has given a major gift to the common people by providing relief through GST. Its benefits began from the first day of Navratri. GST exemptions have been provided on essential commodities and many other items. These exemptions will increase savings for the common man. It is a matter of pride that the announcement of GST reforms was made by the Prime Minister from the Red Fort on August 15. Immediately thereafter, a meeting of the GST Council was held, and the exemptions were notified. This step taken by the Prime Minister will prove a milestone in the direction of an Atmanirbhar Bharat.
Major gift to rural development sector: Krishan Lal Panwar
Development and Panchayats Minister Sh. Krishan Lal Panwar said today, the Haryana Government has given a major gift to the common people by inaugurating so many projects in the rural development sector. The inauguration of women cultural centres, indoor stadiums, yoga and exercise centres, streets, and street lights has been made possible under the inspiration of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and guidance of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini. These projects will not only strengthen the basic infrastructure of our villages but will also be milestones for women’s empowerment, youth health, cultural preservation, and overall development. Our goal is to ensure that development reaches every village and every home.
Haryana plays a leading role in rural development: Dr. Saket Kumar
Commissioner & Secretary of the Development & Panchayat Department and Additional Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Dr. Saket Kumar, said it is a matter of great pride that Haryana is playing a leading role in rural development. In recent years, the Haryana Government has implemented various welfare schemes to improve village infrastructure. Street lights have been installed on village roads to ensure safety and convenience. Gyms and exercise centres are being opened to promote health and fitness. E-libraries are being established in villages to advance the digital revolution. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini and guidance of the Panchayat Minister, Panchayati Raj institutions will play an active role to realize the dream of prosperous villages and a strong Haryana.
The Chief Minister felicitated several beneficiaries on the occasion. Under the Ayushman Vay Vandana scheme, Omvati and Omi were issued cards. Under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, Maya Devi was issued an ABHA ID. Sarpanch Sunita of Bhigan village was felicitated for improvement in the sex ratio. A woman who recovered from cancer was also felicitated.
On this occasion, Cooperation and Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma, BJP State President Sh. Mohan lal Badoli, MLA Sh. Nikhil Madan, MLA Sh. Pawan Kharkhoda, Sh. Devender Kadian from Ganaur, CM’s OSD Sh. Virender Badkhalsa, Zila Parishad Chairperson Sh. Monika Dahiya, Mayor Sh. Rajiv Jain, Vice-Chancellor of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram University of Science & Technology, Murthal, Prof. Prakash Singh and several other distinguished persons were present.
