Chandigarh, December 13 — To accelerate the overall development of Fatehabad district, Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday inaugurated and laid foundation stones of several important projects related to basic amenities, education, and infrastructure.

The Chief Minister inaugurated and laid foundation stones for these projects during the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav Karyakram’ held in Fatehabad. Among the inaugurated projects, the new bus stand at Tohana has been constructed at a cost of Rs. 10.42 crore, the multi-complex in Jakhal Mandi area at a cost of Rs. 7.05 crore, and the 33 KV sub-station at village Meyond at a cost of Rs. 5.68 crore.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini also laid the foundation stones of five development projects in the district with a total cost of Rs. 5.26 crore. These include the construction of the village phirni at Musa Khera at a cost of Rs. 35.25 lakh, construction of an interlocking road from Kalia Road to Jammu Dhani in village Sadhanwas at a cost of Rs. 48 lakh and development works at the Government Senior Secondary School, Chandpura, involving construction of 12 new classrooms, an NSQF lab, and a boundary wall at a cost of Rs. 2.16 crore.

In addition, development works were also initiated at the Government Senior Secondary School in village Karandi, including construction of six new classrooms, two NSQF labs, and renovation of six existing classrooms at a cost of Rs. 97.68 lakh. Further, at the Government Senior Secondary School in village Parta, construction of four classrooms, a shed, an interlocking road, and a boundary wall will be undertaken at a cost of Rs. 1.28 crore.

Chandigarh, December 13- Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday said that the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’ is not merely a sporting competition but a comprehensive health movement that motivates youth to adopt an active and disciplined lifestyle. Strengthening the Khelo India and Fit India initiatives at the grassroots level, the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’  has evolved into a people’s movement aimed at building a healthy, self-reliant and disciplined generation. Reflecting Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s vision of transforming sports into a mass movement, the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’  has proved to be an effective platform for identifying hidden sporting talent in rural areas and enabling young athletes to reach national and international arenas.

The Chief Minister was addressing the closing ceremony of the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’ in Fatehabad. On his arrival, he was accorded a warm welcome by Rajya Sabha MP and programme organiser, Sh. Subhash Barala. Athletes participating in the finals also took part in a ceremonial march-past.

The Chief Minister formally inaugurated the final matches and watched the kabaddi final between teams from Sirsa and Fatehabad. He interacted with the players and encouraged them. A total of 45,000 athletes from nine Assembly segments of the Sirsa Lok Sabha constituency had registered for the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’, out of which 3,604 athletes qualified for the finals across various disciplines.

Addressing the athletes and the gathering, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’ has placed the Sirsa Lok Sabha constituency among the country’s top ten parliamentary constituencies in terms of sports participation. He said that talent often remains unrealised due to lack of opportunity, and it was with this understanding that Prime Minister, Sh.  Narendra Modi directed the organisation of ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’. Such initiatives, he said, not only promote sporting interest but also motivate youth to compete at state, national and international levels.

Vision to make India a global sporting power by Olympics 2036

The Chief Minister recalled that 11 years ago Haryana had developed a clear sports vision, to connect every child with sports, create playgrounds in every village and provide opportunities to every youth passionate about sports. The objective, he said, was to establish Haryana not only as India’s but the world’s sports capital. He added that the Prime Minister has set the goal of making India a global sporting power by the 2036 Olympics and expressed confidence that Haryana’s athletes would win the highest number of medals and bring laurels to the nation.

He emphasised that participation in sports itself is a significant achievement and that effort, discipline and dedication matter more than victory or defeat. These values, he said, shape youth into responsible citizens and successful sportspersons.

The Chief Minister further said that the strong willpower and relentless hard work of Haryana’s youth have ensured that Haryanvi athletes continue to raise the national flag with pride, both at home and abroad.

Haryana is a land of  Dhaakad Jawaan, Dhaakad Kisaan aur Dhaakad Pehalwaan

Describing Haryana as the land of brave soldiers, resilient farmers and fearless wrestlers,  Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said the state’s farmers play a crucial role in filling the nation’s food reserves, while its soldiers guard the borders regardless of extreme weather conditions. Similarly, Haryana’s athletes bring glory to the country by winning medals at international competitions.

He said the government regularly organises sports competitions to sharpen qualities such as discipline, practice and mental strength among players. A year-long sports calendar has been prepared under which events such as Khel Mahakumbh, state-level akhara dangals, boxing, volleyball, athletics, badminton, swimming, basketball and handball competitions are held. The government’s endeavour, he added, is that every village in Haryana produces an athlete who unfurls the national flag on the global stage. The ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’, he said, is a golden chapter in this ongoing journey.

Haryana hailed as the ‘nursery of sports’

The Chief Minister said Haryana is now widely recognised as the “nursery of sports”. Robust sports infrastructure has been developed across the state to provide athletes with modern facilities. Sports nurseries have been established to groom talent from an early age, offering training and financial assistance. At present, 1,472 sports nurseries are operational in the state, training 37,225 athletes. Players aged 8 to 14 receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 1,500, while those aged 15 to 19 are given Rs. 2,000 per month.

Rs. 683.15 crore cash awards to 16,418 athletes

To ensure secure employment for outstanding sportspersons, the Chief Minister said the Haryana Outstanding Sportspersons Service Rules, 2021 have been framed, under which 550 new posts were created in the Sports Department. So far, 231 athletes have been provided government jobs. He added that medal-winning athletes are awarded cash incentives of up to Rs. 6 crore, and to date, 16,418 players have received Rs. 683.15 crore in cash awards.

He further said that 298 high-performing athletes are being given honorariums, while scholarships are provided to students participating in and winning medals at state, national and international competitions. Since 2014, over 24,000 students have been granted scholarships amounting to more than Rs. 70 crore. Under the Haryana Sports Equipment Provision Scheme, sports equipment has been distributed to 15,634 athletes.

Sansad Khel Mahotsav provides a strong platform for 2036 Olympic preparations- Subhash Barala

Presiding over the grand finale, Rajya Sabha MP, Sh. Subhash Barala welcomed the Chief Minister and said that the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’, launched nationwide under Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s leadership has emerged as a powerful tool for channelising youth energy positively and providing a platform for their talent.

He said India has set a target to host the 2036 Olympic Games, and athletes from Haryana, particularly the Sirsa Lok Sabha constituency, are already preparing for this goal. Such events, he noted, offer youth from both rural and urban areas an opportunity to reach national and international levels. Haryana’s athletes have consistently brought glory to the state and the country.

Responding to the Prime Minister’s call, nearly 45,000 youth from the Sirsa constituency registered for the ‘Sansad Khel Mahotsav’, reflecting the growing inclination of youth towards sports. He informed that the Mahotsav began on September 21 at Damkora Stadium and continued for 105 days, during which more than 1,500 competitions were organised.

Sh. Subhash Barala also lauded Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini for fulfilling his commitment to providing government jobs to youth on merit even before formally assuming office, calling it a clear reflection of the government’s commitment towards youth. He said the state government is offering government employment to players based on gradation certificates.

He further informed that Prime Minister, Sh.  Narendra Modi will deliver a live address on December 25, the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister, Sh. Atal Bihari Vajpayee, for which preparations are underway.

Calling upon all participating athletes, Barala urged them to stay away from drugs and online gaming, play with true sportsmanship and contribute to nation-building.

Cabinet Minister, Sh. Krishan Bedi, former MP, Smt. Sunita Duggal, former MLA, Sh. Dura Ram, Chairman Ved Phulan, Chairman Bharat Bhushan Middha, Chairman, Ravinder Baliala, along with several Arjuna Award and Dronacharya Award recipients and other dignitaries, were present on the occasion.

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) today successfully concluded the 10th International

Conference on Computer Vision & Image Processing (CVIP 2025), a landmark event that brought together leading researchers, academicians, and industry experts from across the globe to explore cutting-edge developments in computer vision, image processing, and artificial intelligence.

The conference was inaugurated on December 11, 2025, with Prof. Anil K. Jain as Chief Guest and Prof.

Robert B. Fisher, IAPR President, as Guest of Honor. The opening ceremony on December 10 featured Dr. J.B.V Reddy, Mission Director of the National Quantum Mission, as Chief Guest, and Prof. M C Govil,

Director of NIT Sikkim, as Guest of Honor. Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Director of IIT Ropar, served as the Patron of the conference. The event was co- organized by the Technology Innovation Hub, TIH-iHub Drishti Foundation at IIT Jodhpur, reinforcing the commitment to innovation and research excellence.

Held from December 10-13, 2025 the conference served as a premier platform for knowledge exchange,

fostering collaboration between academia and industry while showcasing breakthrough innovations in vision and imaging technologies. CVIP 2025 featured eight keynote addresses delivered by internationally renowned experts, providing

attendees with insights into the latest advancements in AI and computer vision. The distinguished speakers

included Prof. Anil K. Jain (Michigan State University, USA), IEEE, ACM, AAAS, SPIE and IAPR Fellow,

Prof. Mohit Bansal (University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, USA), AAAI Fellow, Prof. Bob Fisher, IAPRPresident and Professor of Informatics at University of Edinburgh, Scotland, Prof. Dinesh Manocha

(University of Maryland, USA), IEEE, ACM and AAAI Fellow, Prof. Timothy Baldwin, Provost at

MBZUAI Abu Dhabi and Melbourne Laureate Professor, Prof. Richa Singh (IIT Jodhpur), IEEE Fellow,

Prof. Venu Govindaraju (University at Buffalo, SUNY) and Prof. Sanjay K. Singh (IIT BHU, Varanasi).

A unique feature of CVIP 2025 was the dedicated Industry-Academia Day on December 10, which

facilitated meaningful interactions between research scholars and industry leaders. The day featured

presentations from prominent organizations including Microsoft, MathWorks, Vehant technologies,

CARPL.ai and SegriTech.

The conference also featured specialized workshops on Quantum Algorithms and Their Applications in

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learning for computer vision, medical image analysis, autonomous vehicles, biometrics and forensics,

quantum computer vision, explainable AI, and generative AI applications.

The proceedings of the conference will be published by Springer in the Communications in Computer and

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Mathematical Reviews, and SCImago. The conference also featured presentations on national R&D

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University of Singapore.

A tutorial on "Graph based Models for Computer Vision in Pre and Post Deep Learning Eras" by Prof.

Ananda S. Chowdhury, Professor at Jadavpur University and Associate Editor of IEEE Transactions on

Image Processing, provided valuable insights to young researchers.

The success of CVIP 2025 at IIT Ropar has set new benchmarks for academic conferences in India, bridging

the gap between theoretical research and practical industry applications in computer vision and artificial

intelligence.

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Chandigarh, December 12 — Haryana Chief Minister,  Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on late Friday  evening chaired a high-level review meeting here today regarding  the progress of various Chief Minister’s announcements and budget commitments related to the Education Department. During the meeting, departmental officers presented detailed progress reports on ongoing schemes, projects, and CM announcements.

The Chief Minister directed  the officers  to accord top priority to all announcements and ensure their completion within the stipulated timelines so that the announcements made in public  interest  are delivered with full transparency and efficiency.

The Chief Minister  was apprised that out of the 15 budget announcements, 6 have been successfully completed,  while work on the remaining 9 announcements is progressing swiftly.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini  gave  special emphasis on regular monitoring and strict adherence to timelines for each pending announcement.

The Chief Minister said that the education sector forms the foundation of a state’s prosperity and development. Therefore, it is the government’s core responsibility to ensure that every initiative related to education. whether infrastructure expansion, facility upgradation, or quality-improvement programmes, reaches students promptly and equitably. He reiterated that the government’s approach rests on speed, transparency, and accountability, and it is the responsibility of officiers  to ensure that each announcement yields visible outcomes on the ground.

Chief Principal Secretary to the ChiefMinister, Sh. Rajesh Khullar,  Chief Secretary, Sh. Anurag Rastogi,  Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department, Sh. Vineet Garg and senior officiers of the department.

Chandigarh, December 12: Haryana Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that on December 24, on the eve of the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Sh Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Home Minister Sh Amit Shah will unveil Vajpayee Ji’s statue at Atal Park in MDC Sector 1, Panchkula. He will also participate in other events organized in Panchkula.

Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini was interacting with the media persons after inspecting the arrangements for the event at Atal Park today. BJP State President Sh Mohanlal Badoli was also present on the occasion.

He informed that after unveiling the 41 ft. tall metal statue of Atal Ji, Sh Amit Shah will inaugurate a mega blood donation camp at Atal Park. He will also inspect the exhibition set up at the state BJP office, “Panchkamal.” The Chief Minister said that Home Minister Sh Amit Shah will then take the salute at the passing-out parade of about 5,000 police personnel at the Tau Devi Lal Sports Stadium, Sector 3. Sh Shah will also attend the “Veer Bal Diwas” program to be held the same day as the chief guest.

Responding to a question regarding the issue of vote theft raised by the Congress Party in Parliament, Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the opposition has become issueless and is trying to mislead the people of the country by spreading lies. However, the public will no longer be fooled. He added that Rahul Gandhi is misleading the nation and weakening constitutional institutions. Congress Party has no future in the country for the next 40–50 years.

Responding to another question, the Chief Minister said that it is the responsibility of the police to ensure the safety and security of every individual. He said that strict instructions have been issued to the police in this regard, and they are working diligently. The police department evaluates and decides whether or not security should be provided to any individual.

Responding to another question, Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that providing accessible medical care to everyone is a priority for the government, and doctors play a crucial role in achieving this goal. He said that the recent special campaign under the Ayushman/Chirayu Yojana in Haryana has reduced the backlog of surgical cases to zero. The government listens to the concerns of doctors and is continuously working to address them, along with providing additional incentives. He added that from today onward, doctors will once again be available to serve the public with full dedication.

Present on the occasion were former Haryana Assembly Speaker Sh Gian Chand Gupta, Chief Secretary Sh Anurag Rastogi, Additional Chief Secretary of the Town and Country Planning Department Sh A.K. Singh, Commissioner and Secretary of the Information, Public Relations and Languages Department and Industries and Commerce Department, Dr. Amit Agrawal, Deputy Commissioner, Sh Satpal Sharma, Additional Director (Administration), Information, Public Relations and Languages Department Smt Varsha Khangwal were also present.

Chandigarh, December 12 — Reaffirming the Haryana government’s commitment to honouring the unparalleled sacrifice of Sahibzadas Baba Zorawar Singh and Baba Fateh Singh, Chief Minister, Sh.  Nayab Singh Saini on Friday virtually inaugurated an essay writing competition across schools in the state to commemorate ‘Veer Bal Diwas’.

The initiative aims to ensure that the message of the Sahibzadas’ martyrdom, courage and steadfast commitment to truth reaches every child in Haryana. Lakhs of students joined the virtual event from different districts, during which the Chief Minister interacted with them and encouraged them to reflect on the inspirational lives of the young martyrs.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that reading and understanding the Sahibzadas’ story reinforces clarity of purpose and strengthens determination among students. He added that the competition is being held in four languages, Hindi, English, Punjabi and Sanskrit, so that children can express their thoughts with ease and showcase their abilities through well-crafted essays. He conveyed his best wishes to all participants.

The Chief Minister highlighted that the younger Sahibzadas of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji—Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh—exemplified exceptional bravery at just nine and six years of age. Their sacrifice, he said, stands as an eternal symbol of courage and truth. He also recalled that Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi decided in 2022 to observe December 26 every year as ‘Veer Bal Diwas’, ensuring national remembrance of these heroic children.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini urged students to recognise that responsibility and moral courage do not depend on age. Every child, he said, must fulfill their duties with honesty, protect cultural values and contribute to nation-building. Students should face challenges fearlessly and remember that real bravery lies in standing up for the truth.

Teachers, like Guru Gobind Singh Ji, must instil values of courage and character

The Chief Minister said that teachers play the role of guides and nation-builders. Just as Guru Gobind Singh Ji nurtured courage and righteousness in his sons, today’s teachers shape the thoughts and character of the next generation. He encouraged teachers to focus not only on academics but also on instilling values, discipline, compassion and integrity in students, as these form the foundation of a strong society. He emphasised that students must draw lessons of discipline, courage, principles and patriotism from the Sahibzadas’ lives.

If every child adopts the Sahibzadas’ values, schools will become true centres of character-building

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Haryana’s schools would achieve their highest purpose if every student internalised the values demonstrated by the Sahibzadas. He encouraged small, everyday acts, helping classmates, maintaining cleanliness, respecting teachers, supporting weaker students, speaking the truth and opposing wrongdoing, as meaningful steps towards becoming responsible citizens.

The Chief Minister said that such competitions strengthen children’s connection with their heritage and inspire pride in history. He announced the prize money for the competition, State level cash reward of Rs. 21,000 for first prize, Rs. 11,000 for second and Rs. 5,100 for third (for Hindi, English, Sanskrit and Punjabi). District level, a cash reward of Rs. 3,100 for the first prize.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini Saini urged society to remember the young martyrs and pledged that together we must build an India where every child grows up to be honest, hardworking and patriotic.

Chief Principal Secretary  to the Chief Minister,  Sh. Rajesh Khullar, Chief Secretary, Sh.  Anurag Rastogi, Additional Chief Secretary, Home Department, Dr. Sumita Misra, Additional Chief Secretary, School Education, Sh. Vineet Garg, Deputy Principal Secretary, Sh. Yash Pal and OSD, Dr. Prabhleen Singh and other senior officers remained present. 

Chandigarh, December 12 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Swami Brahmanand Ji was a visionary ahead of his time, a towering figure whose light continues to guide our culture, thoughts, and society even today.

The Chief Minister was addressing followers who had come from Chuhar Majra, the birthplace of Swami Brahmanand Ji, at Sant Kabir Kutir, Chandigarh on Thursday late evening. He said the gathering was to honor the great ascetic, social reformer, and spiritual leader, Jagatguru Swami Brahmanand Ji, whose life was devoted to human service, religion, sacrifice, and nation-building. He offered his heartfelt respects and salutations to Swami Ji. On this occasion, Speaker, Haryana Vidhan Sabha, Sh. Harvinder Kalyan, MLA, Sh. Satpal Jamba was also present.

The Chief Minister said that the lives of saints and sages serve as guiding lights for society. Learning from them helps us sow the seeds of morality, sacrifice, love, and service in our own lives. Swami Ji’s life inspires us to protect and promote Indian culture, civilization, and moral values. In today’s age of materialism, his teachings are more relevant than ever.

He highlighted that Swami Ji left home at a young age, received Vedic education from Gurukul Kurukshetra, and dedicated his knowledge, penance, and work to the welfare of humanity. A firm believer in Arya Samaj principles, he advocated monotheism, the worship of a formless God, and considered service to humanity as true devotion. During times when rural India lacked education and healthcare, and society was steeped in orthodoxy, Swami Brahmanand Ji ignited a spark of awareness through his words, writings, and actions. He studied the Vedas and Upanishads and authored numerous texts, offering society fresh perspectives and inspiration.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini emphasized Swami Ji’s mission of spreading education, particularly among women in rural areas, and his belief that a happy, civilized society rests on three pillars: cow protection, education, and social reform. In 1947, Swami Ji established the first model cow shelter at Gurukul Omkarpura. It is our duty to uphold morality, social values, and harmony by following the path shown by Swami Ji. This is the truest tribute to him. We must carry forward his noble work of social reform, education, and cow protection to new heights, he added.

The Chief Minister added that saints, sages, and gurus are an invaluable heritage. To preserve and cherish their legacy, the government has launched the ‘Sant Mahapurush Samman Evm Vichar Prasar Yojana’. Through this initiative, the messages of these great personalities are being shared to inspire future generations.

Chandigarh, December 12 — Haryana is preparing for a historic digital transformation in agriculture, with the government finalizing all major steps for the rollout of the Farmer Registry (AgriStack) and the Digital Crop Survey (DCS). Financial Commissioner Revenue & Disaster Management Department, Dr. Sumita Misra reviewed the progress today and expressed satisfaction with the comprehensive readiness plan.

Dr. Misra stated that the department is fully equipped to mobilize teams across Haryana’s nearly 1.78 crore land parcels, marking one of the most extensive digital agriculture exercises in India. The state has scheduled the launch of Farmer Registry Camps from January 1, 2026, followed by the Digital Crop Survey from February 1, 2026. She noted that both initiatives form the backbone of Haryana’s AgriStack vision, aimed at creating a unified, accurate, and transparent database of farmers and their cultivated crops.

During the meeting, she highlighted the importance of completing several critical tasks according to deadlines. She pointed out that the Department has already shared all necessary data with the Central Project Management Unit (CPMU) on December 9, and the bucketing process, which remains pending at the CPMU level, must be completed by December 16 for Panchkula District. She further noted that the DCS portal is still not operational and requested the CPMU to urgently share the status of both the portal and the uploaded survey data so that the February 1 deadline can be achieved without delay. She added that the Farmer Registry Portal must be fully functional by December 17, while the three essential applications—Land Verification, farmer registration, and Registration—should be made available on the App Store with completed security audits by December 20. She also emphasized the need for the Survey of India to submit the remaining village geometry maps by December 16.

Dr. Misra underscored that the Farmer Registry will be directly linked to the PM-KISAN scheme, making it essential that farmer registration targets are met on time. In her review, Dr. Misra also highlighted the mandatory requirement of establishing a State Project Management Unit (SPMU) for effective execution. Further, she directed the Agriculture Department to set up a dedicated Help Desk without delay to support field staff, including Patwaris, Agriculture Supervisors, and frontline teams, as well as farmers seeking assistance during the rollout.

Dr. Misra laid out a detailed monitoring mechanism to ensure timely implementation. She explained that progress would be reviewed weekly by Deputy Commissioners, along with Director land records and the Director of Agriculture who will conduct fortnightly reviews. At the state level, FCR and the Principal Secretary Agriculture would conduct monthly reviews.

To strengthen coordination between implementing agencies, Dr. Misra proposed convening a joint meeting of the Revenue Department, and Survey of India. This meeting would address pending technical tasks, map-related issues, and field-level preparations to ensure the project proceeds smoothly without bottlenecks.

Describing the initiative as a “landmark shift toward data-driven agriculture,” Dr. Misra reaffirmed Haryana’s commitment to modernizing agriculture through technology. With clear timelines, inter-departmental coordination, and a strong digital framework, Haryana is set to become a national model for transparent, efficient, and farmer-centric governance. The upcoming rollouts of the Farmer Registry and Digital Crop Survey are expected to significantly improve service delivery, enhance accuracy in crop assessment, and ensure timely access to government schemes—thereby directly empowering the state’s farmers.

Chandigarh, December 12 – Haryana Energy, Transport, and Labour Minister, Sh.  Anil Vij directed the immediate suspension of an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) for delaying the recording of a victim’s statement in a case of abetment to suicide.

The suspension orders were given by the Minister while chairing the  during the District Grievance Redressal Committee meeting in Kaithal. He also directed the formation of a committee under the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) to thoroughly investigate the matter and submit a report within 10 days.

Furthermore, in a separate fraud case transferred to Karnal and subsequently closed after a local probe,  Sh. Anil Vij ordered an inquiry by the Panchkula Police Commissioner. He sternly directed the officers to avoid negligence in resolving public grievances, warning of strict action for any lapses.

Notably, in the meeting today 17 cases were tabled before the Minister, including 10 pending and seven new complaints.  In a complaint, a couple reported that while one accused had been arrested in their daughter’s abetment-to-suicide case, no action was taken against others. During the hearing, it emerged that the ASI at Pundri police station delayed recording the victim’s hospital statement, prompting, Sh. Anil Vij  ordered the officer’s suspension. The probe committee includes the DSP and NGO member Shakti Sauda. The Minister also heard unscheduled public grievances, directing DC and SP for action.

BJP leaders Jyoti Saini, Ashok Gurjar, Manish Kathwad, Mayor Surbhi Garg, Zila Parishad Chairman Karmbir Kaul and Deputy Commissioner. Ms. Aparajita, Superintendent of Police, Ms. Upasana, ADC, Sh.  Suresh Ravish, DMC, Sh.  Kapil Sharma, and others attended the meeting.

Chandigarh, December 12- Haryana Chief Minister, Sh.Nayab Singh Saini today launched two major digital initiatives of the Excise and Taxation Department, giving a renewed push to transparency, efficiency and ease in governance. These initiatives aim to make departmental processes fully technology-driven, ensure time-bound delivery of services to citizens, and strengthen revenue management.

The Chief Minister inaugurated the “Kar Hiteshi” mobile application developed by the department. The app allows citizens to report GST-related irregularities easily and confidentially. Users can upload photos, videos or documents to report issues such as fake billing, wrongful input tax credit, unregistered business operations, non-issuance of bills, or concealed transactions. The app ensures that the identity of the informer is not disclosed to field officers. Officers will take necessary investigation and action based on the information received.

Appreciating the initiative, the Chief Minister said it would promote voluntary reporting and strengthen transparency in GST administration.

The Chief Minister launched six new online excise services. These services have been developed for permissions related to ethanol, extra neutral alcohol (ENA), and denatured spirit. Business entities can now apply online for import and export permissions for ethanol and ENA, as well as for import-export approvals for denatured spirit. Applicants can track the status of their applications and download digitally signed permission letters.

The meeting was informed that real-time monitoring of cargo movement, permit deadlines, and compliance will be possible through a dashboard. This system will reduce paperwork, prevent potential for misuse, and provide faster and transparent services to industries.

The Chief Minister directed that other excise services, including brand label registration and the licensing module, should also be brought online at the earliest to make departmental processes fully technology-based.

Total GST collection reaches Rs. 83,606 crore till November, 7 percent higher than last year

The Chief Minister also reviewed the functioning of the Excise and Taxation Department. The meeting included a detailed assessment of revenue performance, enforcement actions, pending recoveries, and the progress of digital reforms in GST, VAT and excise.

It was informed that Haryana has recorded the highest 21percent growth in net SGST collection at the national level, compared to the national average of 6 percent. The state’s net SGST collection in November 2025 stood at Rs. 3,835 crore, which is 17 percent higher than November last year. The total GST collection till November in the current financial year has reached Rs. 83,606 crore — 7 percent higher than last year and better than the national average of 5.8 percent. Based on this improved revenue performance, Haryana’s ranking has risen to fourth position. Officers stated that the state has 6,03,389 GST-registered taxpayers, with an annual growth rate of 6.11 percent between 2018 and 2025.

The Chief Minister also reviewed Value Added Tax (VAT) and CST. He was informed that VAT in Haryana applies to six goods — petrol, diesel, liquor, PNG, CNG, and CST-related items. VAT collections have increased significantly through November 2025-26, with the One Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme 2025 playing a significant role. Due to this scheme, CST collection increased by 60.99 percent. After the scheme concluded on September 27, 2025, the department conducted a special recovery drive, collecting Rs. 48.12 crore in October–November 2025.

During the meeting, Officers informed that the department has developed a VAT Monitoring Dashboard to track real-time VAT deposits. The system also raises automatic alerts in case of delays, helping field officers take timely action. The Chief Minister directed all districts to use the dashboard regularly to ensure greater efficiency.

It was shared that excise revenue till November 30, 2025, in the financial year 2025-26 stands at Rs. 9,370.28 crore, compared to Rs. 8,629.46 crore during the same period last year. The department presented district-wise and item-wise details of license fees, excise duties, bottling fees, permit fees, import duties, and VAT on country liquor. The Chief Minister directed districts with lower collections to increase monitoring, intensify inspections and take timely corrective steps.

Further, properties worth Rs. 125 crore have been attached, Rs. 46.66 crore recovered in the current policy year, and Rs. 16.46 crore mandatorily collected through the automated system for calculating interest on delayed licence fee deposits. The department also shared progress on QR-based track and trace, hologram authentication, ANPR cameras and boom barriers at manufacturing units, telemetry-based real-time monitoring at distilleries, and the online licensing module.

The Chief Minister directed that these digital reforms be implemented expeditiously, with regular impact reviews to ensure visible improvements in transparency, compliance and service delivery. He appreciated the department’s revenue performance and digital reforms, stating that the state government is committed to establishing a transparent, technology-driven and citizen-friendly tax and excise administration that will significantly contribute to Haryana’s economic growth.

Chief Principal Secretary  to the Chief Minister, Sh. Rajesh Khullar, Commissioner and Secretary, Excise and Taxation Department, Smt. Ashima Brar, Excise and Taxation Commissioner, Sh. Vinay Pratap Singh and other senior officers remained present.