PATIALA, 20th December 2025:

Declaring that the era of aviation being a playground only for the wealthy is over, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday outlined an ambitious roadmap to position Punjab as a major hub of the aviation industry in the coming years. Interacting with aircraft engineers and trainees at the Patiala Flying Club, the Chief Minister said the Punjab Government is building a robust aviation ecosystem by providing quality, affordable and world-class training aligned with industry needs, enabling children of farmers, shopkeepers and teachers to dream of careers once considered out of reach.

Emphasising that his government’s focus is to create job givers rather than job seekers, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann Mann said the upcoming Aviation Museum at Patiala will not only preserve India’s flying heritage but also inspire a new generation to look skyward and aim higher.

Interacting with aircraft engineers here on Saturday, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that he was elated to be here amongst all the students taking training from this prestigious institute for a dialogue session here at Patiala Flying Club with 32 trainee pilots and 72 students from Patiala Aircraft Maintenance Engineering College. “Among the 32 trainee pilots, most belong to the first generation in their families entering the aviation sector. In private institutes, it costs ₹40–45 lakh to become a commercial pilot, while at the Patiala Flying Club, there is about a 50% subsidy, reducing the fee to ₹22–25 lakh,” said the Chief Minister.

The Chief Minister said that with a reduction of fee by nearly ₹20 lakh, students from ordinary households like shopkeepers, teachers, farmers, clerks and others can now dream of becoming pilots. “An Aviation Museum is being established at the Patiala Aviation Complex at a cost of ₹7 crore. And this museum will showcase MiG aircraft, second-generation helicopters, simulators, and aviation heritage, providing valuable knowledge to students and the public,” he said.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that it aims to inspire school students and youth to pursue aviation adding that on this occasion, the Department of Civil Aviation’s new website dca.punjab.gov.in has also been launched.

The Chief Minister said that Patiala State Aviation Council, Punjab aims to give every child a chance to fulfill their dream of flying high in the sky. “For decades, training to become a pilot was possible only for the very wealthy, but with government support and subsidies, Punjab has broken this barrier through the Patiala Flying Club. The Flying Club was established in 1965 and spans 253 acres, making it one of the largest aviation training campuses in India,” he noted.

He said that the Patiala Flying Club ranks seventh nationwide and the club currently operates seven training aircraft including five single-engine planes, two Multi-engine planes and one Tecnam P2006T (newly added, purchased from Italy for ₹5 crore). “The facilities include night landing capability at Patiala airfield and training experience at Amritsar International Airport. The career in aviation is not limited to becoming a pilot as many students want to work in aviation but not necessarily as pilots,” he added.

For them, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that the Punjab Government offers affordable technical education at Patiala Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (AME) College, which runs India’s most economical AME and B.Sc (Hons) programs.

The Chief Minister said that the 3-year B.Sc (Hons.) + 3-year Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)-approved AME program costs only ₹3 lakh in total whereas in other states, the same course costs ₹5–8 lakh. “33% of seats are reserved for SC and BC students thereby ensuring that new vistas in this field are opened for the common man,” he stated.

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said that it is a matter of immense pride and satisfaction that more than 4,000 trained professionals from the Patiala Flying Club and College are working in major companies, earning an average starting salary of ₹1.5 lakh per month.

The Chief Minister said that key Indian airlines like IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, and SpiceJet, general aviation firms like Tecnam, Boeing, and VSR Aviation, charter companies and MRO organizations like the Adani Group and other flying clubs, where they serve as flight instructors are the main employers for the students of this prestigious institute. “The focus of his government is to ensure that youth become job givers instead of job seekers. This is the need of hour to carve out a progressive and prosperous Punjab by proactive involvement of the youth,” he asserted.

Extending good wishes to the students for their bright and prosperous future, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann expressed hope that they will carve a niche for themselves in the coming days. He exhorted the youth to stay grounded and believe in hard work as it is the sole key to success adding that there was a lot of scope of progress and prosperity on this land.

The Chief Minister urged the youth to carve out their own identity and strive to leave their mark in society, reminding them that the sky’s the limit.

Chandigarh, December 20:

Punjab School Education department’s 4th Mega Parents Teachers Meeting and Parents’ Workshop, aimed at further strengthening parent-teacher ties, received an overwhelming response with over 23.30 lakh parents participating across government schools.

Punjab School Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains presided over the PTM at Government Senior Secondary School (Girls), Sri Anandpur Sahib, as part of the state-wide event. AAP Punjab Incharge Sh. Manish Sisodia attended Mega PTM at Govt. Sen Sec. Smart School Paddi Sura Singh in Hoshiarpur district and over 7500 schools were visited by MLAs, Secretary School Education Ms Anindita Mitra, Director SCERT Ms Kiran Sharma, DCs and other senior officials of the Education Department.

S. Bains informed that the School Education Department has been touching new heights under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann. By organising these type of events, Punjab Government is strengthening parent–school partnerships under the theme “Maa Peyo di Bhagidari” (Parents Partnership). He said that this large-scale initiative reflects the State’s continued commitment to improving learning outcomes by actively engaging parents as partners in their children’s education.

 He informed that over 40,000 teachers – at least one from each government school – have been trained at block and cluster levels to conduct structured Parents’ Workshops. 

The Education Minister informed that trained teachers also facilitated interactive sessions, while SMC members played key role in parent mobilisation, coordination and on-ground support, helping parents better understand their role in supporting children’s academic, emotional and social development.

He said that under this initiative, parents of students from pre-primary to senior secondary classes participate in the event and made it one of the largest parent education engagement drive.

S. Bains said Parents’ Workshops of 1–1.5 hours, followed by Mega PTMs, implemented through a common workshop design and SMC-led meeting plans, and supported by handouts for parents. He said that the motive of the workshops was to strengthen parents’ understanding of their role in children’s learning, encourage active and positive engagement at home and school, and build stronger collaboration between parents, teachers, and School Management Committees (SMCs) for holistic child development.

S. Bains said that this initiative would ensure stronger Parent- School Partnership by creating a shared understanding of responsibilities in supporting children’s learning and wellbeing. He said that it would further improve student outcomes as coordination between home and school to support academic performance, regular attendance, and emotional well-being was being enhanced.

The Education Minister said that PTM conversations began with appreciation of students’ efforts and parents’ support, creating a positive and respectful foundation for dialogue. He said that the exercise helped better understanding of the Children as teachers and parents thoroughly discussed about students’ interests, aspirations, and learning gaps and take feedback from each other.

S. Harjot Singh Bains said for the first time in Punjab, parents received clear information on academic goals and upcoming initiatives and also understood how they can practically support learning at home.

Chandigarh, December 20:

Public Works Minister S. Harbhajan Singh ETO said that the upgradation and repair works of roads were on full swing across Punjab and quality work was being ensured at every level including link roads as well. He said that under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Government is committed to provide better road infrastructure in the state and no stone is being left unturned to achieve desired results. The minister was here to review the physical and financial progress of various schemes under which works are being carried out by PWD.

The minister informed that special repairs and modernisation works on 10262 km of link roads in various market committees of Punjab have been taken in hand at a cost of Rs. 1543 crore. He said that apart from this, special assistance works for modernisation of link roads has also been initiated by their government. He said that works on 7,767 km link roads were being undertaken at a cost of Rs 2,920 crore and for plan roads, a special initiative has been taken for upgradation of 2,834 KM road at a cost of Rs. 2,363 crore. He informed that the bids for the plan roads and link roads have already been invited and the site works are likely to be started soon.

During the review meeting, Minister S. Harbhajan Singh ETO directed the department officials to keep strict vigil on the infrastructure works to ensure construction of quality roads. He said that their government is also conducting surprise checks of road construction sites. He also asked them to speed up the pace of ongoing work so that all works except bituminous layer are completed in time.

In view of prevailing foggy weather, S. Harbhajan Singh ETO directed the department officials to ensure road safety works on each and every site.  The minister said that all officers have been directed to work diligently and honestly to ensure timely and safe completion of works.

The review meeting was attended by Engineer in  chief Gagandeep Singh, Chief Engineers- Anil Gupta and Arshdeep Singh and Superintending Engineers of the department.

Chandigarh, December 20:

The Punjab Cabinet led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Saturday gave nod to amend the Punjab Abadi Deh (Record of Rights) Act, 2021, to reduce the time limit for filing objections and appeals under the ‘Mera Ghar Mere Naam’ scheme.

A decision to this effect was taken in the meeting of the Council of Ministers held here today under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister.

Disclosing this here today a spokesperson of the Chief Minister’s Office said that the Cabinet also gave consent to amend Section 11 of the Punjab Abadi Deh (Record of Rights) Act, 2021, to replace the specific time periods with “within time notified by the Government,” with the intention of reducing the period for filing objections and their disposal from the existing 90 and 60 days respectively to 30 days each. Similarly, it was decided to amend Section 12(4) of the Act, to reduce the period for disposal of appeals from 60 days to 30 days.

This step will further speed up the process of resolving objections and appeals, benefiting the public significantly.

In a significant move to boost industrial growth and improve the

financial health of businesses in the state, the Cabinet also approved a landmark amendment to the

Industrial & Business Development Policy (IBDP) 2022, which replaces the condition of providing a Bank Guarantees (BG) for availing fiscal incentives under IBDP-2022.

The decision follows numerous representations from industry

associations highlighting that the existing Bank Guarantee requirements were blocking substantial amounts of working capital. This liquidity crunch

was identified as a major hurdle, limiting the funds available for industrial expansion, research and development, and job creation.

Under the recent amendment, for availing the incentive of

Exemption of Stamp Duty, the condition of Bank Guarantee shall be replaced with the First Charge valid up to the date of commencement of commercial production, on the property for which the incentive has been

availed. Further, for the incentive of CLU/EDC Exemption, a robust

mechanism has been introduced in place of Bank G u a r a n t e e .

The amendment will be applicable from the effective date of the

policy ie from 17/10/2022.

The Cabinet also gave go ahead to re-distribution of 253 Acre of land Guru Nanak Dev Thermal Plant, Bathinda transferred to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Now 10 acre of land will be used for Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) installation (Transfer to PSPCL), 10 Acres (For New Bus Stand) shall be retained by BDA and be given to Transport Department who will transfer cost of land to BDA at price fixed by Deputy Commissioner Bathinda. Remaining 20 Acres land shall be retained by the Department of Housing and Urban Development for residential/Commercial purposes.

The Cabinet also gave its concurrence to amend Rule 3 and 16 (1) of the Punjab Management and Transfer of Municipal Properties Rules, 2021 for modification of payment schedule for high-value properties, defined herein as “Chunk Sites,” to be sold or transferred by the Municipalities and Urban Local Bodies. This will enhance investments competitive bidding and attract significant investments in urban and development Further, it shall increase Market Competition by significantly increasing the pool of eligible bidders and intensify competition during the bidding process.

The Cabinet also gave nod to convene special session of Punjab Vidhan Sabha on December 30, 2025 for discussing the amendments being proposed by the Union government on MGNREGA.

 The Cabinet opined that the amendments are not only aimed at renaming the scheme but for killing the basic spirit of the scheme.

CHANDIGARH, December 20:

          In a relentless pursuit to eradicate the drug menace from Punjab as per the directions of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, Punjab Police on Saturday conducted a statewide Cordon and Search Operation (CASO) at identified drug Hotspots— the points of sale of drugs and psychotropic substances— across the state as part of the Yudh Nashian Virudh, marking the 294th day of the intensified anti-drug campaign.

          The CASO was conducted simultaneously from 11 am to 3 pm in all 28 Police districts of the state on the directions of Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Gaurav Yadav. Notably, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann has asked the Commissioners of Police, Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendent of Police to make Punjab drug free state. The Punjab government has also constituted a 5-member Cabinet Sub Committee led by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema to monitor the war against drugs.

          Special DGP Law and Order Arpit Shukla, who was personally overseeing the operation, police teams have conducted raids at 494 drug hotspots across the state leading to arrest of 153 persons after registration of 132 first information reports (FIRs). Over 700 Police teams, comprising over 5000 police personnel, under the supervision of 162 gazetted officers have successfully conducted this operation, he said.

          The Special DGP said that police teams have also recovered 1.5 kg heroin, 1 kg opium, 500 grams Ganja, 5 kg poppy husk, 1310 intoxicant tablets/capsules and Rs 32000 drug money from the possession of arrested drug smugglers.

          Meanwhile, during the operation, police teams have also conducted checking of 173 Bus Stands and 120 Railway Stations across the state.

Chandigarh, December 20- Emphasising the importance of inner strength and righteous conduct, Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that God resides in the good deeds of human beings and that the greatest power of an individual lies within. He remarked that a person who learns to introspect can overcome even the most difficult challenges of life.

The Chief Minister was addressing the 774th Samagam of Jagadguru Brahmrishi Kumar Swami, held on Saturday at the grain market in Ladwa, Kurukshetra. On this occasion, the Chief Minister was honoured with the title of “Adi Sanatan Dharma Ratna.” The Chief Minister paid his respects to Jagadguru Brahmrishi Kumar Swami by presenting a bouquet.

In his address, the Chief Minister described the samagam as a divine and grand spiritual gathering. He said that those who attend the samagam are blessed by the grace of Goddess Durga, as a result of which their sorrows, crises, and hardships are alleviated. He added that Maharaj Kumar Swami guides and enlightens the devotees who attend the samagam, creating an atmosphere charged with positive energy.

The Chief Minister further observed that the present era is moving at a very fast pace and that, in such times, Kumar Swami Maharaj is playing an important role in providing direction and purpose to human life.

Calling for moral and human values, the Chief Minister said that individuals should renounce ego and embrace humanity, replace anger with compassion, and give up greed in favour of contentment. He said that these values form the foundation of a balanced and meaningful life.

Chandigarh, December 19 — Haryana’s Forest and Environment Minister Sh. Rao Narbir Singh, strongly opposing the no-confidence motion brought by the Congress during the Winter Session of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha, said that moving a no-confidence motion against a government that has been functioning with a full majority for the last 14 months reflects the Congress’ political frustration and irresponsible conduct. He stated that in a democracy, the basis of a no-confidence motion is numerical strength, not political illusion.

The Forest Minister said that a no-confidence motion is considered appropriate when a government depends on a coalition or when there is doubt about its majority. However, when a government is functioning with a clear mandate and full majority, such a motion turns into nothing more than political theatrics. Referring to the political history of the Congress, he said that while the Congress came to power with a full majority in 2005, its seats declined to 40 in 2009, were reduced to just 15 in 2014, and for the third time in 2024, it managed to secure only 37 seats.

Sh. Rao Narbir Singh said that in Haryana, a government has been formed for the third consecutive time under the leadership of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, which has received widespread support within just three months of its tenure. He emphasized that this government is based on public trust and democratic values.

Reacting sharply to the allegations of vote theft made by the Congress, he said that the public has completely rejected these claims. He pointed out that in the Badshahpur Assembly constituency, he won by a margin of more than 60,000 votes, whereas the Congress alleged theft of 70,000 votes there. Similarly, in Rewari, the Congress claimed theft of 35,000 votes, while the BJP candidate won by a margin of more than 30,000 votes. He added that the Congress made allegations of vote theft involving more than 5,000 votes across the state, but the people, placing their faith in the democratic process, rejected these arguments outright.

Highlighting farmers’ interests, Sh. Rao Narbir Singh said that during the Congress’s 10-year rule, farmers were given a total compensation of ₹1,158 crore for crop damage, whereas the present government, showing sensitivity towards farmers, has provided crop damage compensation amounting to ₹4,771 crore. These figures clearly demonstrate that the current government believes not just in words, but in action.

He concluded by saying that the people of the state understand the politics of development, transparency, and accountability, and have repeatedly rejected the negative politics of the Congress.

Chandigarh, 19 December 2025-  During the ongoing winter session of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha, Chief Minister,  Sh. Nayab Singh Saini delivered a detailed reply to the discussion on “Vande Mataram”, highlighting the historical significance, enduring spirit, and cultural pride associated with the song. Speaking with deep reverence, the Chief Minister underscored the song’s 150-year journey as a symbol of patriotism, sacrifice, and India’s struggle for freedom.

Sh. Nayab Singh  Saini expressed his gratitude to all members for engaging in a collective discussion on Vande Mataram, describing it as a mantra that infused India’s freedom movement with courage, self-discipline, and a spirit of sacrifice. He emphasized that remembering Vande Mataram in the Assembly reflects the commitment of the House and inspires future generations.

Marking the completion of 150 years of this historic chant, the Chief Minister said that the occasion is not merely a discussion but a remembrance of the nation’s soul, cultural consciousness, and long journey of freedom. He said  that the song inspired millions to break the chains of slavery and became a sacred symbol of national awakening, struggle, and self-respect.

Sh. Nayab Singh  Saini recalled that India is also celebrating 75 years of the Constitution, the 150th birth anniversaries of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Bhagwan Birsa Munda, and the 350th martyrdom year of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, reflecting the enduring legacy of national consciousness.

Historical Journey of Vande Mataram

The Chief Minister traced the origins of the song to Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, first published on 7 November 1875. He highlighted its role in galvanizing the freedom movement, mentioning the 1907 English newspaper Vande Mataram edited by Sri Aurobindo, which the British deemed highly dangerous, and recalled performances by Rabindranath Tagore and Sarala Devi Chaudhurani. He further shared that even India’s hockey team sang Vande Mataram after winning the 1936 Berlin Olympics, showcasing national pride.

He highlighted the pivotal role of Sardar Patel, who requested Pandit Omkarnath Thakur to render the song on All India Radio onAugust  15, 1947, and the Constituent Assembly, which accorded it the status of National Song on  January 24, 1950. The Chief Minister remarked that the journey of Vande Mataram had witnessed both glorious moments and difficult phases, including colonial rule, Emergency, and challenges to democracy.

Cultural Resistance and Revolutionary Spirit

The Chief Minister further shared that Vande Mataram was more than a song; it was a cultural resistance and ideological revolution during British repression. He recounted its significance in the Swadeshi movement, the partition of Bengal, and the courage shown by women and children in the face of brutal British suppression. The sacrifices of revolutionaries such as Khudiram Bose, Madan Lal Dhingra, Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqullah Khan, Roshan Singh, Rajendra Nath Lahiri, and Master Surya Sen were highlighted, all of whom embraced the gallows chanting Vande Mataram.

He emphasized Haryana’s pivotal role in the freedom struggle, with Rao Tula Ram leading resistance from Rewari during 1857, and farmers and soldiers from Jhajjar, Rohtak, Hisar, and Ambala confronting the British. Leaders like Lala Lajpat Rai and the Arya Samaj movement strengthened national consciousness across Haryana, demonstrating that the state’s soil produces both food and bravery.

Mahatma Gandhi and the National Soul

The Chief Minister quoted Mahatma Gandhi’s 1905 words in Indian Opinion, highlighting how Vande Mataram became the soul of the Swadeshi movement and inspired millions to unite for India’s cause. Gandhi regarded the song as an expression of the national soul, inspiring all who lived and worked for India.

CM strongly Criticized Congress’ Historical Appeasement on Vande Mataram

The Chief Minister sharply criticized the Congress for historical compromises that undermined the sanctity of Vande Mataram. He stated that in 1937, when the Muslim League opposed the song, Congress leadership failed to defend it firmly. Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru even expressed concerns that the song might offend Muslims, leading to Congress announcing a review of its usage. The subsequent appeasement on 26 October 1937 fragmented Vande Mataram, creating distrust and controversy around a song revered as a national symbol.

He emphasized that despite its sanctity, political appeasement dragged the song into disputes, an uncomfortable truth that younger generations must know.

India Commemorates 150th Anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram’ Under PM Modi’s Leadership- CM

Post-independence, the Chief Minister highlighted that India faced diverse challenges—from food crises to Emergency, wars, and the COVID-19 pandemic—yet national resilience endured, strengthened under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In this spirit, a year-long celebration of the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram was inaugurated on 7 November 2025, including commemorative stamps and coins.

Sh. Nayab Singh  Saini asserted that these 150 years are not merely about remembering the past but about shaping a future towards a self-reliant and developed India. Haryana continues to advance development, good governance, and self-reliance, reflecting the enduring spirit of Vande Mataram.

Vande Mataram: Celebrating 150 Years of Patriotism, Sacrifice, and National Pride

The Chief Minister’s address highlighted the 150-year legacy of Vande Mataram as a symbol of national pride, cultural consciousness, and the indomitable spirit of India’s freedom struggle. He emphasized that the song inspired countless revolutionaries, united the nation against colonial oppression, and became a moral compass for generations.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini also shared  about Haryana’s significant role in India’s freedom movement. He paid tribute to Rao Tula Ram, farmers, soldiers, and local leaders from Jhajjar, Rohtak, Hisar, and Ambala, whose sacrifices demonstrated the state’s enduring bravery and patriotic commitment to the nation.

The Chief Minister criticized the Congress for political appeasement in 1937, which fragmented the unity of Vande Mataram and compromised its sanctity. He stressed that younger generations must understand this historical context and appreciate the full significance of the song as a national symbol.

Sh. Nayab Singh  Saini emphasized that the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram is not just a remembrance of the past, but a call to action to shape a self-reliant, developed, and united India by 2047. He underlined the importance of carrying forward the spirit of the song in national development and governance.

The Chief Minister urged citizens and Assembly members to embody the values of Vande Mataram in daily life, public service, and governance. He envisioned India achieving 100 years of independence in 2047 as a developed and self-reliant nation, thus truly honouring the song.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini reaffirmed Haryana’s dedication to development, good governance, and cultural pride. The state’s progress in line with the values of Vande Mataram was presented as a model of how historical inspiration can guide contemporary policy and public conduct.

CM urges members adopt Vande Mataram as a guiding principle of life

The Chief Minister urged members to adopt Vande Mataram not just as a song but as a guiding principle of life. He envisioned India achieving 100 years of independence in 2047 as a developed and self-reliant nation, thereby truly honouring the song. He called upon the Assembly to collectively acknowledge its debt to Vande Mataram and embody its spirit in public conduct.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Speaker and all members of the Assembly for allowing him to speak on this historic subject.

Chandigarh, December 19- The Congress-led no-confidence motion against the Haryana Government was decisively defeated in the  Haryana Vidhan Sabha on Friday, with Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini delivered a wide-ranging, data-driven response that dismantled the Opposition’s allegations and presented the government’s eleven-year governance record as the true measure of public trust.

Participating in the discussion, the Chief Minister said the Opposition failed to make out any serious or credible case against the government. He remarked that the motion was drafted in haste merely for political optics, lacking preparation, depth and factual grounding. Even a cursory reading, he said, made it evident that the proposal was moved out of frustration rather than conviction.

‘Tantralok’ Remark Shows Congress’ Intellectual Bankruptcy- CM

Responding to the allegation that the government had turned democracy into a “tantra-lok”, Sh. Saini said that the Opposition appeared unaware of the meaning and cultural context of the words it used. Tantralok, he explained, is a revered philosophical text of Kashmir Shaivism authored in the 10th century by Acharya Abhinav Gupta, one of India’s greatest philosophers, scholars and spiritual thinkers.

In a pointed remark, he asked whether Congress legislators had forgotten both linguistic meaning and intellectual context. Quoting poetically, he said, “When words lose their meaning, dialogue degenerates into noise.”

Government’s Vision Not Narrow, But Focused Like Arjuna’s Aim-CM

Countering the charge of “tunnel vision”, the Chief Minister said the government’s vision is sharply focused on outcomes and public welfare. Guided by Prime Minister Modi’s resolve of Viksit Bharat @ 2047, and inspired by Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya’s Antyodaya philosophy, the government is committed to Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas. He said that the motion cited only one numerical figure and deliberately avoided mentioning inflation. This omission, he said, was an implicit admission that inflation has declined across the country under the leadership of Prime Minister,  Sh. Narendra Modi, reflecting sound economic management.

Haryana to Become a Developed State Before 2047, assures CM

 The Chief Minister asserted that Haryana will achieve the status of a developed state even before 2047. A developed Haryana, he said, would ensure prosperity for every family and reflect Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore’s vision of a fearless society where knowledge is free and dignity is protected. He said that the last 11 years of the BJP government are undoubtedly dedicated to Last-Mile Empowerment.  He said that over the past eleven years, the government has consistently worked to raise the standard of living of the poorest, double farmers’ incomes, ensure safety and dignity for daughters, empower women economically, and provide transparent employment to youth without bribes or recommendations. True development, he added, is achieved when the person standing at the last rung of society smiles, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.

Unprecedented Infrastructure Growth Across the Country

Highlighting infrastructure achievements, Highlighting infrastructure growth, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that over the past eleven years, India has witnessed historic expansion of roads, highways and tunnels. Around 2,500 kilometres of tunnels have been constructed nationwide, including 460 kilometres of railway tunnels alone.

He said that projects such as the Dr. Syama Prasad Mukherjee Tunnel connecting Kashmir with the rest of India and the Banihal–Qazigund Tunnel stand as symbols of India’s engineering capability and political will. He recalled that the inauguration of key railway tunnels in 2017 proved that geography and harsh climate can no longer obstruct India’s progress. In 2024, the 12.7-kilometre T-50 railway tunnel under the USBRL project firmly integrated Jammu and Kashmir into the national rail network.

Major Connectivity Boost in Haryana

The Chief Minister said that in Haryana, the tunnel connecting the state border to Delhi Airport has emerged as a symbol of commuter convenience, time savings and technical efficiency. Additionally, a tunnel exceeding one kilometre is under construction under the Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor along the KMP route. He also referred to the 9-kilometre Atal Tunnel, the world’s highest highway tunnel, inaugurated in 2020 and named after Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, whose vision laid the foundation for India’s modern road network.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s Vision Continues to Guide Development

Recalling Vajpayee’s tenure, the Chief Minister said that the Golden Quadrilateral project created over 14,000 kilometres of national highways, while the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana brought roads to remote rural areas, including nearly 3,500 kilometres in Haryana. The Delhi Metro, major irrigation projects such as the Sardar Sarovar Dam and the India Shining vision all originated during Vajpayee’s leadership and continue to inspire development under Prime Minister Modi.

Criminals Must Reform or Leave Haryana: Zero Tolerance Policy

On law and order, the Chief Minister reiterated that criminals have no place in Haryana. Since assuming office, seven criminals who had fled abroad have been extradited from Thailand, the Philippines, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Cambodia and the United States and lodged in Haryana’s prisons.

He said that the crime rates have declined sharply as compared to the Congress  eara. Divulging the data, Sh.  Nayab Singh Saini said that  compared to the Congress regime, murders have declined by 12.75 percent , dacoity by 49.41 percent , riots by 20.78 percent  and robberies by 10.52 percent, while these crimes had increased significantly during the Congress regime from 2004 to 2014.

He further shared that operations such as Clean, Prahari, Track Town and Hotspot Domination have yielded concrete results. Between November 5 and November 27, 7,587 criminals were arrested and 322 illegal weapons seized. Under Operation Hotspot Domination, over 2,200 criminals were arrested. This year alone, 3,320 NDPS cases have been registered, 6,018 drug traffickers jailed, including nearly 1,500 from other states, and properties worth over  Rs. 12 crore confiscated, shared the Chief Minister.

Merit-Based Jobs End Congress-Era Corruption

Rejecting claims on unemployment, the Chief Minister said nearly two lakh youth have received permanent government jobs purely on merit under the BJP government, compared to 86,000 during Congress’ ten-year rule, when recruitment was marred by nepotism and scams.

Citing RBI data, he said Haryana’s rural unemployment stands at 3.1 percent , the lowest in northern India, while urban unemployment is just 4 percent. He said that he also exposed attempts by a so-called “recruitment-stop gang” that seeks to derail transparent recruitment through litigation.

He said that through the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam, over 1.22 lakh youth have received employment, with job security ensured up to 58 years, protecting them from contractor exploitation.

Massive Expansion of Education Infrastructure

Rejecting allegations of illiteracy, the Chief Minister said over 80 percent of Haryana’s population is literate. Government colleges increased from 105 in 2014 to 185, including 30 girls’ colleges. Universities rose from 43 to 56, medical colleges from 6 to 17, and MBBS seats from 700 to 2,435. He further shared that Polytechnic institutes increased from 28 to 43, with intake capacity rising from 11,985 to 16,434.

He further highlighted the establishment of 80 new colleges, 13 universities, expansion of medical colleges and polytechnics, along with nearly Rs. 989 crore spent on sports infrastructure and over ₹641 crore awarded to athletes.

Poverty and Inequality Reduced Through Targeted Welfare

Citing a World Bank report, Sh. Nayab Singh  Saini said India’s poverty rate declined from 16.2 percent  to 2.3 percent  over the past eleven years, lifting 17 crore 10 lakh  people out of poverty through schemes like Jan Dhan, DBT, Ayushman Bharat, PM Vishwakarma and PM Garib Kalyan Yojana. Clarifying allegations on BPL ration cards, Sh. Nayab Singh  Saini said cards were verified online in a transparent manner. Only ineligible beneficiaries were removed, while deserving families were supported to rise above poverty.

Haryana’s Sports Policy Strengthens ‘Land of Players’ Identity, says CM

Defending the government’s sports policy, the Chief Minister said nearly Rs. 989 crore has been spent on sports infrastructure, the sports budget increased from Rs. 275 crore to Rs. 590 crore, a Sports University was established in 2022, and athletes received over Rs. 641 crore in awards. Reservation in government jobs has benefited 231 sportspersons.

* Amit Shah to Unveil Vajpayee Statue; Vision 2047 Document to be released-CM*

The Chief Minister announced that on December 24, Union Home Minister Sh. Amit Shah will unveil Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s statue in Panchkula. On the same occasion, the Haryana Government’s Vision 2047 document will be released at Indradhanush Auditorium. December 25 will be observed nationwide as Good Governance Day.

Congress has Forgotten Public Welfare-CM

The Chief Minister said  that the opposition has even accused the government of seizing power through unconstitutional means and vote manipulation. In a democracy, everyone has the right to express their views, but misusing this right to make baseless allegations is irresponsible. Congress, however, has already forgotten the welfare of the people. The internal state of democracy within the party is visible to everyone. Even after almost a year since the assembly elections, the party could not elect a leader of opposition, depriving the Haryana Assembly of this position for a long period, he said.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini further said that Congress members are solely engaged in spreading misleading propaganda. Questioning the opposition, he asked why they fail to recall the electoral manipulations they themselves were involved in. For instance, in the 2009 assembly elections, the case of bogus voting involving Sukhbir Kataria gained widespread attention. The allegations mainly concerned manipulating the voter list using fake voter ID cards and forged documents. In 2009, an NGO called Voter Awareness Forum filed a petition alleging that Kataria and others were involved in creating and using fake voter IDs to influence election results in Gurugram. Following this, in 2013, a district court ordered two new FIRs against Kataria, he said.

The Chief Minister said that during the 2014 Lok Sabha elections in Nuh, Firozpur Jhirka, and Punhana, allegations of bogus voting and booth-capturing surfaced. While the voter turnout was recorded at 78 percent  in the region, especially in the Nuh district headquarters including areas like Raina village, ink marks on voters’ fingers were barely visible. Before the 2014 assembly elections, Paras Mittal from Kaithal filed a case in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, alleging votes were being registered for non-residents of Kaithal, and that several individuals had voting rights in both Kaithal and Narwana constituencies, where Congress leader Randeep Surjewala contested elections. On May 6, 2014, Paras Mittal submitted a list of 10,000 fake voters to the election officer; following verification, 7,447 were removed from the voter list. He questioned the morality and electoral integrity of Congress during this period, citing that in the 2024 assembly elections, Congress MLA Jassi Petwad of Narnaul allegedly urged people to cast multiple votes in public meetings, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.

Fair Compensation  ensured for Farmers-CM

The Chief Minister  informed the House that farmers remain at the core of the government’s pro-agriculture policies. In August-September, heavy rains caused waterlogging in several districts of Haryana. The government conducted inspections of affected areas, and to compensate for crop losses, the e-compensation portal was kept open until September 15. On December 10, 53,821 farmers received compensation of Rs. 116.51 crore directly in their bank accounts. Earlier, in November, Rs. 4.72 crore had been released to cover losses due to livestock, house damage, and other essential items caused by floods.

During the Kharif season, 57,394 farmers filed claims for crop damage due to natural calamities. Out of these, 33,390 farmers will soon receive Rs. 78.22 crore as compensation. Over the past 11 years, including through the PM Fasal Bima Yojana, the state has disbursed a total of Rs. 15,448 crore to farmers for crop losses.

World Bank approves ‘Haryana Clean Air Project’ with $305 Million Funding-CM

The Chief Minister  remarked that the opposition now remembers environmental issues only after being rejected by farmers in the last election. During their tenure, they did little to protect the environment. The current government has made substantial efforts to reduce pollution, aiming to make Haryana pollution-free by 2030. Recently, the World Bank approved $305 million (approximately Rs. 2,600 crore) for the ‘Haryana Clean Air Project,’ which aims to improve air quality across transport, industry, agriculture, urban management, and scientific monitoring sectors. Of this, Rs. 746 crore will be spent in the agriculture sector through the Agriculture & Development and Panchayati Raj departments, including Rs. 280 crore to end stubble burning by 2030, Rs. 52 crore for research on bio-decomposer technology, Rs. 151 crore to establish a secondary emission monitoring center, and Rs. 263 crore for developing a clean manure management system to reduce emissions from animal waste.

State Debt Situation Remains Sustainable-CM

Addressing Congress’s criticism of poor financial management, he said that during their 10-year rule (2004-05 to 2014-15), debt liabilities grew by 458.30 percent, while under the current government (2014-15 to 2024-25), the increase was only 227.49 percent, less than half of the previous period. According to the 2025-26 budget estimates, the state’s fiscal deficit is projected at 2.67 percent of GSDP, below the 3 percent limit prescribed by the FRBM Act. Over the past decade, Rs. 3,66,016 crore has been paid towards debt servicing, including Rs. 1,61,796 crore in interest and Rs. 2,04,220 crore as principal, all on schedule with no defaults, indicating a sustainable debt position.

No-Confidence Motion Reflects Opposition’s Desperation- CM

The Chief Minister questioned whether the no-confidence motion reflects the public’s lack of trust or the opposition’s own lost ground. He said that when the public trusts the government, such motions remain merely procedural. The state government has upheld public trust and continues to do so. The motion merely documents the opposition’s frustration. He highlighted that in 13 months, the government has completed 54 of the 217 promises in its manifesto, with progress underway on the remaining 163. He urged the Assembly to reject the no-confidence motion based on facts, actions, and public interest, and to strengthen the ongoing journey towards a developed and progressive Haryana.