Chandigarh February 1: Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini today described the Union Budget presented in Parliament by the Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman as a visionary and historic document that will help realise the vision of a developed India. He said the budget is truly dedicated to public welfare and embodies the spirit of Antyodaya uplifting the poorest of the poor.
He added that the inclusive budget will further accelerate growth in industrial development, infrastructure, MSMEs, biopharma, healthcare, rural industries, agriculture, and sports sectors in Haryana.
The Chief Minister was responding to queries of media persons in Panchkula today. Earlier, he watched the live telecast of the Union Budget on a screen.
The Chief Minister said that the budget embodies the spirit of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” He expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman for the welfare-oriented budget. He added that speed, capacity, and inclusivity are the three core pillars of the budget. Speed refers to accelerating economic growth through higher productivity; capacity focuses on enhancing people’s skills so they can actively participate in the nation’s progress; and inclusivity ensures that every family and region has adequate resources and opportunities for income generation.
The Chief Minister said that the budget marks a major step towards a self-reliant and developed India. He noted that the country has strengthened domestic manufacturing and energy security, thereby reducing dependence on imports. He added that India’s economy has remained stable over the past 12 years, and the budget’s three-pronged approach—economic development, fulfilling aspirations, and inclusivity will empower every section of society. The Chief Minister further said that achieving a 7 percent growth rate amid global turmoil is a testament to the able leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi.
Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the historic capital expenditure of Rs 12.2 lakh crore for the financial year 2027 and the development of City Economic Regions will provide fresh momentum to the growth of an industry- and infrastructure-driven state like Haryana. He said that the budget’s allocation of Rs 10,000 crore for the MSME sector will be highly beneficial for Haryana. It will revitalise major industrial hubs such as Faridabad, Gurugram, and Panipat, and generate ample employment opportunities for youth.
The Chief Minister said that the all-inclusive budget fulfils the aspirations of 140 crore citizens, including farmers, youth, women, and the poor. Calling the budget particularly encouraging for Haryana, he said the emphasis on the Khelo India Mission will further motivate athletes, while the development of 15 archaeological sites will bring global recognition to the state’s historical heritage, including Rakhigarhi. He added that investments in artificial intelligence and the Quantum Mission will further strengthen Gurugram’s position as a global technology hub, while the focus on manufacturing and MSMEs will create new employment opportunities for the state’s youth.
Referring to the agriculture sector, Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that by increasing allocations and emphasising the Digital Agriculture Mission, the central government has taken a significant step towards boosting farmers’ income. He added that the provision of central assistance for the reclamation of saline and waterlogged land in Haryana will prove to be a boon for the state’s farmers. He further said that proposals for a ‘Fund of Funds’ for startups and the establishment of an Artificial Intelligence hub will create new opportunities for Haryana’s youth and give fresh momentum to the IT and AI sectors, particularly in cities such as Gurugram and Panchkula.
Similarly, the development of a logistics hub in the National Capital Region and higher capital expenditure on infrastructure will open new avenues for investment and generate employment opportunities across Haryana. The expansion of skill-development programmes for women and schemes such as Lakhpati Didi will also make the women of Haryana more economically self-reliant.
The Chief Minister said that the budget is a decisive step towards making India the world’s third-largest economy, and that the Haryana government is fully committed to implementing its provisions and ensuring that the benefits reach every citizen of the state. He added that the budget provides for the establishment of large textile parks and seven high-speed rail corridors across the country. An allocation of Rs 11.4 lakh crore has also been made for the development of Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities with populations exceeding five lakh, while the One District–One Product scheme has been further strengthened.
The Chief Minister said that the budget provides exemptions from basic customs duty in the defence sector and will also make several items more affordable, including 17 medicines for cancer patients; medicines for seven rare diseases; drugs for cancer, diabetes, and other serious illnesses; solar-energy equipment; EV batteries and Mobile batteries; microwave ovens; biogas-blended CNG; clothing; footwear, bags, and leather goods; as well as foreign travel. He added that private imports will also be exempt from duty.
Present on the occasion were Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda, former Speaker of the Haryana Legislative Assembly Gian Chand Gupta, District President Ajay Mittal, Vice Chairman of the Haryana Shivalik Development Board Om Prakash Devinagar, State Vice President Banto Kataria, former Mayor Kulbhushan Goyal, Chief Minister’s Media Secretary Praveen Atrey, and other dignitaries.
Earlier, on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Sant Shiromani Shri Guru Ravidas Ji, the Chief Minister visited Guru Ravidas Bhawan in Sector-15, offered prayers at the Guru Ravidas Temple, and sought blessings for the happiness and prosperity of the people of the state. On the occasion, the Shri Guru Ravidas Sabha Panchkula honoured Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini with a memento.
