Chandigarh, February 3 – Haryana’s Public Works Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa said in the Budget presented by Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman for the financial year 2025-26, many visionary and inclusive policies have been announced, which are important for the development of not only Haryana but also for every other state. This is a development-oriented and balanced Budget. It is an important step towards realizing the vision of self-reliant India under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi.

The minister said the Budget is a very beneficial for the well-being of every section like farmers, youth, women, employees and businessmen, in which the all-round development of every section and every person has been taken care of.

He said a huge relief has been given to the middle class in the Budget and now, no tax will have to be paid up to Rs 12.75 lakh. There are 11 lakh income tax payers in Haryana alone and this Budget will take about 5 lakh people out of the scope of income tax. People from every section of society have praised this Budget because it reflects the government’s commitment to prioritize the needs of the common man. With this Budget, the country will move forward rapidly on the path of development.

Sh. Ranbir Gangwa said the Budget is an unprecedented step for rapid improvement in the agriculture sector. It will increase the income of farmers, reduce dependence on imports and farmers will get direct benefit from this. Now, farmers will be able to take loan up to Rs 5 lakh on subsidy cards. With the aim of promoting cotton cultivation, farmers of Hisar, Fatehabad, Sirsa, Kaithal and other districts will get a lot of benefits. A 6-year mission will be started for self-sufficiency in the production of pulses.

He said under the package of five schemes of the Prime Minister, employment and skill development opportunities will be provided to more than 3 crore youth in the next 5 years, which will also benefit the youth of Haryana. Not only this, a provision of more than Rs 500 crore has been made to promote education in Artificial Intelligence.

The Public Works Minister said there is also a proposal to approve 100 per cent foreign investment in the insurance sector. Customs duty on EV battery manufacturing material has been abolished. Women of SC/ST category will get a loan of up to Rs 2 crore without guarantee. This will benefit those women who want to be self-reliant and self-sufficient. The state of Haryana produces about 65 per cent of the country’s automobiles. Hence, there will be further growth in this sector. He said the government has removed customs duty from 36 life-saving medicines. The credit guarantee cover for MSMEs will be increased from Rs 5 crore to Rs 10 crore. All government secondary schools will be connected with broadband connectivity.

Chandigarh, February 3: Haryana Mines and Geology Minister, Sh. Krishan Lal Panwar, said that currently, no mining activities or water exploitation are taking place in Ramalwas village, in the Charkhi Dadri district. He further said that instructions have been issued to the concerned officials to prioritize and address any issues raised by the local villagers without delay. The Minister assured that villagers can directly communicate with him or department officials at any time regarding their concerns, and these issues will be resolved promptly.

The Minister said that villagers have been protesting for several days at the closed mine in Ramalwas village. They had complained that the mine owner was conducting illegal mining activities and exploiting water resources, which led to a decrease in the groundwater level in the area. Taking cognizance of the complaint, the department took immediate action and suspended operations at the mine on October 28, 2024. Furthermore, the lease for the mine was also terminated on December 11, 2024.

Sh. Krishan Lal Panwar said that currently, no mining activities or water exploitation are taking place in Ramalwas village. He assured that if the villagers have any other concerns or demands; they are welcome to meet with him or the department officials.

He emphasized that there is a complete ban on illegal mining in the state, and strict action is taken immediately against anyone involved in such activities.

Chandigarh, February 3

Chief Principal Secretary to the Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Rajesh Khullar, and representatives of the Indian Medical Association (IMA) held a meeting here today in which an assurance was given that the demands put forth by the IMA will be fulfilled. Under this, all applications received for claims under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana till March 10 will be paid by March 31, 2025. For this, adequate amount will be approved for the department in the revised budget. Apart from this, a budget of Rs 2500 crore will be provided for settlement and timely payment of claims under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana for the next year.

Representatives of the Haryana unit of IMA expressed their gratitude to Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini and said the Chief Minister has taken prompt action by sympathetically considering their demands. Treatment under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana will continue as before and patients will not face any kind of difficulty.

Giving detailed information, Smt. Sangeeta Tetarwal, Chief Executive Officer of Ayushman Bharat Haryana Health Protection Authority, said Rs 195 crore has been paid for the claim applications received from January 1 till now. The remaining pending claims will be paid in February. Apart from this, the claim applications received till March 10 will be settled by March 31, 2025.

She said the process of claim was explained in detail in today’s meeting. It was decided in the meeting that the claims related to medicine and pediatrics will be processed by a special team of specialized doctors. Apart from this, information about suspicious cases that come to light through Artificial Intelligence will be shared with hospitals as soon as possible.

She said if the claim amount has been reduced for any reason, then the hospital will give detailed information about the reasons for that reduction. Doctors will be retrained to inspect the claim, so that the payment of the claim can be ensured in a timely manner and unnecessary deductions are not made. It was also discussed in the meeting that if the patient is not willing to get treatment under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, then he will be given the option to get treatment at his own expense.

It was also decided in the meeting that the process of appeal for the claim will be further strengthened. Hospitals will also be given the option to file a second appeal. Strict instructions have been given to the concerned officials to pay the claim amount within the stipulated time limit.

Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Family Welfare, Sh. Sudhir Rajpal, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance, Sh. Anurag Rastogi and representatives of the Haryana unit of IMA were present in the meeting.

Chandigarh, February 03

Minister of State for Youth Empowerment and Entrepreneurship, Sports, Law and Legislative, Sh. Gaurav Gautam said that Palwal will be developed as one of the leading districts in the country in terms of cleanliness and beautification. On Monday, he started a cleanliness drive from the Palwal bus stand. 

Speaking on the occasion, the minister stated that wall paintings are being created at major intersections and on overbridges to enhance the city’s beauty. As part of the campaign, he personally participated in collecting and disposing of garbage in tractor trolleys, sending a message of cleanliness to the public. He also said that tricolour lights will soon be installed in the district. 

He said that regular cleanliness drives are being conducted to maintain hygiene in the city. Municipal council employees have been directed to improve the sanitation system. To support garbage collection, 80 rickshaws, 10 tractor trolleys, and 2 JCB machines have been provided to the municipal council. Attractive selfie points have been made in the city named ‘Hamara Palwal’.

He further commended Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi’s nationwide cleanliness campaign and reaffirmed Haryana’s commitment to the cause under Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini’s leadership. 

Deputy Commissioner, Palwal, Sh. Harish Kumar Vashishth and Additional Deputy Commissioner, Palwal, Sh. Akhil Pilani along with other administrative officers also remained present.

Chandigarh, February 3

Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini met with media representatives from the Press Association Naraingarh and Patrakar Manch at the rest house in Naraingarh today, where he inquired about their well-being.

The Chief Minister praised the media representatives, stating, “I have always received your support.” Recalling the challenging days of his political career, the Chief Minister expressed that he has received unwavering cooperation and support from the media colleagues in the region.

Earlier, the Chief Minister heard the public grievances. He said that the government has implemented several schemes for the welfare of the people of the state, and the public is benefiting from them. He added that all officers have been instructed to listen to the concerns of the people in their offices daily and take prompt action to resolve them.

The Chief Minister encouraged the young journalists to seek guidance from their senior colleagues and report news related to the public with a positive outlook. He emphasized that it will always be his effort to ensure the Naraingarh region reaches new heights of development. He highlighted several ongoing projects in the Naraingarh sub-division, including the sports stadium, astroturf for hockey, a regional center and horticulture college, Government Women’s College in Shahzadpur, community centers in most villages, a powerhouse in village Dera, and the construction of various bridges and roads. These facilities, he said, will benefit the people of the area.

The Chief Minister said that one medical college would be established in each district of the state. So far, medical colleges have been built in 15 districts, and more will be set up in the remaining districts in the future, ensuring better health facilities for the people of the state. He also mentioned that strict directions have been issued to the police to maintain law and order across the state. Criminals will face the strictest action as per the law. To combat drug abuse, the Chief Minister highlighted the launch of the MANAS portal, where individuals can anonymously report information about drug smugglers and sellers, ensuring the confidentiality of the informer’s identity.

            On this occasion, former MLA Dr. Pawan Saini, the CM’s media secretary Sh Praveen Attrey, and media representatives from the sub-division were present.

Chandigarh, February 3

In the Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26, an amount of Rs 3416 crore has been allocated for Haryana’s railway projects, which is 11 times more than the Rs 315 crore received from 2009 to 2014. Union Railway Minister Sh. Ashwini Vaishnav gave information in this regard in New Delhi today.

Giving information about Haryana’s share in the Union Budget, he said that this amount will boost the rail infrastructure in the state. Since 2014, 823 km of railway tracks have been laid in Haryana, which is almost equal to the entire rail network of the United Arab Emirates.

Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini thanked Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi and Union Railway Minister Sh. Ashwini Vaishnav for allocating a large amount in the Budget to strengthen the rail infrastructure in the state. He said that this Budget will strengthen the rail infrastructure in the state, which will strengthen the resolve of a developed India. Rail infrastructure will make the life of the people of the state easier.

Sh. Ashwini Vaishnav said that 34 railway stations of Haryana are being developed as Amrit stations with an amount of Rs 1149 crore. These stations include Ambala Cantt, Ambala City, Bahadurgarh, Ballabhgarh, Bhiwani Junction, Charkhi Dadri, Faridabad, Faridabad New Town, Gohana, Hansi, Hisar, Hodal, Jind Junction, Kalanwali, Kalka, Karnal, Kosli, Kurukshetra Junction, Loharu, Mahendragarh, Mandi Adampur, Mandi Dabwali, Narnaul, Narwana Junction, Palwal, Panipat Junction, Pataudi Road, Rewari, Rohtak, Sirsa, Sonipat, Yamunanagar and Jagadhri. He said that work is in progress on the plans to develop Faridabad railway station worth Rs 262 crore and Gurugram railway station.

The Union Railway Minister said that work is currently underway on 14 new railway tracks in Haryana. Rs 15,875 crore will be spent on laying 1195 km of new tracks. These include Chandigarh-Baddi, Palwal to New Prithla, Rewari to Khatuwas, Bhiwani to Dobh-Bhali, Churu Sadulpur to Luni-Samdari-Bhildi, Manheru to Bawani Khera, Khatuwas to Narnaul, Panipat to Rohtak, Firozpur to Bathinda, doubling work of Jakhal to Hisar and Asthal Bohar to Rewari and Meerut to Panipat, Delhi-Sohna-Nuh-Firozpur Jhirka-Alwar railway track, Yamunanagar to Chandigarh via Sadhaura-Narayan and Hisar to Sirsa via Agroha-Fatehabad railway projects.

He said that from the year 2014 to 2025, the railway infrastructure in the state has gained momentum. During this period, the electrification of 121 tracks was completed and construction of 534 railway flyovers and underbridges has also been done. At the same time, an amount of Rs 398 crore has been allocated under the Kavach projects for the modernization of railways. During this time, Haryana has got connectivity of five Vande Bharat Express trains. At present, Wi-Fi facility has been provided at 144 railway stations in the state.

Chandigarh, February 1 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman for the Union Budget 2025-26, stating that it will provide a new boost to the country’s development and play an important role in making Haryana self-reliant. The Chief Minister highlighted that the budget has been designed to benefit all sections of society. Haryana will also receive substantial benefits from the budget’s provisions, which will aid in the state’s continued progress and development.

Describing the budget as a strong foundation for a Viksit Bharat, Sh Nayab Singh Saini highlighted that it will further empower youth, the poor, women, and farmers. He said that the Modi government at the Center has identified these four groups as the pillars of a developed India. With Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi’s commitment to transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047, this budget will significantly accelerate progress towards realizing that vision.

Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini highlighted that the Finance Minister’s budget includes several key announcements for farmers. The loan limit on the Kisan Credit Card has been increased from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 5 lakh. In addition, 100 districts with low agricultural productivity will be prioritized under the Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana. As Haryana is an agriculture-based state, the Chief Minister said that the state will greatly benefit from this budget. He described it as a significant step towards improving the living standards of farmers and strengthening the agricultural sector.

Furthermore, the loan guarantee cover for the MSME sector has been raised from Rs 5 crore to Rs 10 crore, providing greater support to small industries. The focus will also be on increasing the production of pulses like masoor and tur over the next six years. The Chief Minister said that the tax exemption on incomes up to Rs 12 lakh will directly benefit millions of people across the country.

In Budget 2025, a 5-year mission has been launched to boost cotton production, which will further strengthen the country’s textile industry. Apart from this, a Makhana Board will be established in Bihar, benefiting small farmers and traders. Special credit cards will be introduced for small industries, with 10 lakh cards to be issued in the first year. A special scheme for the toy industry will also be launched under the ‘Make in India’ initiative.

Chief Minister said that the Finance Minister has announced a new scheme for 5 lakh women from the SC-ST category, offering them term loans of up to Rs 2 crore. Furthermore, to promote startups, the loan limit has been increased from Rs 10 crore to Rs 20 crore. This initiative is a significant step towards empowering women, making them self-reliant, and strengthening the startup ecosystem.

The budget also includes significant announcements for the education and health sectors. In the next five years, 75,000 new seats will be added to medical education. Additionally, IIT Patna will be expanded to accommodate the needs of 1.35 lakh students across the 23 IITs. A special allocation of Rs 500 crore has been made for artificial intelligence (AI) development. Chief Minister expressed that this budget marks the beginning of a new era in health and education, offering better opportunities for the youth. He assured that the Haryana government will ensure the effective implementation of the schemes announced in this budget so that the state can reap maximum benefits and every citizen can directly benefit from these initiatives.

Chandigarh, February 02- Haryana Energy Minister, Sh. Anil Vij conducted a surprise inspection at Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran  Nigam’s grievance redressal cell in Rohtak today. He also reviewed the process of resolving consumer complaints and directed officers to ensure that all complaints are addressed within the stipulated time. 

          During his visit to Uttar Haryana Bijli Vitran Nigam Limited’s (UHBVNL) grievance redressal cell in Rohtak, Energy Minister, Sh. Anil Vij spoke directly with consumers on phone in the presence of officers to check whether their complaints had been resolved. When he found that a complaint had remained unresolved even after 24 hours, he directed the Superintending Engineer (SE)  to investigate and take action against the concerned staff. 

          Sh. Vij further directed the SE to review all complaints that had not been resolved within four hours. He directed that an explanation be taken from the concerned staff and a report be submitted to him. Besides this, he directed officers to ensure that electricity poles are not placed in drains, sewers, or roads. If any poles are found in such locations, they must be immediately relocated to appropriate places to avoid inconvenience to consumers.

Chandigarh, February 2 – Haryana Transport Minister, Sh. Anil Vij, said that India is renowned for its ancient and rich Sanatan culture. He emphasized that the country’s sacred religious rituals and Sanatan traditions have been the foundation of India, forming the very identity of Indian culture. He further said that the teachings of sages and saints have always guided society in the right direction, and religious rituals help overcome the obstacles of life.

          Sh Vij was speaking as the chief guest on the concluding day of the three-day Hanuman Katha, organized at Param Siddha Peeth Sankat Mochan Dham near Mata Darwaza in Rohtak city on Sunday.

          He said that Basant Panchami is a day of enthusiasm and passion, a day filled with music and knowledge. It is a day for swinging, dancing, singing, and laughter- bringing joy to others as well. He highlighted that this day brings positive changes, both in nature and in people. He explained that after the harsh winter, the weather becomes pleasant and takes a refreshing turn. The once-withered flowers begin to bloom, symbolizing the prosperity to come.

          Transport Minister Sh Anil Vij further said that God has blessed the earth with a paradise of various seasons, fruits, flowers, and many other precious gifts. He said that on Basant Panchami, we worship Goddess Saraswati. He explained that as the harsh cold fades away, a new energy awakens within us, accelerating our efforts and symbolizing prosperity in every way. Speaking about the Amrit Varsha being shared through bhajans, he emphasized that it sends a powerful message to walk in the right direction. He said that maintaining a pure body and soul is the fundamental mantra of our life.

*The budget has provided relief to the common man, and household expenses will be reduced – Anil Vij*

          Responding to a question asked by the media persons during the program, Sh Vij praised the Union Budget presented by Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, calling it excellent. He said that the reduction in taxes on household items will help lower household expenses, providing significant relief to the common man.

          He further highlighted that the budget has addressed the needs of the common people, including an increase in the Kisan Credit Card limit from three lakh to five lakh rupees, which will contribute to the prosperity of farmers. Sh Vij also mentioned that individuals with a monthly income of one lakh rupees, including those with additional work besides being employed, have been exempted from taxes, offering them substantial relief. 

          Sh Anil Vij said that the fleet of Haryana Roadways is being increased for the convenience of the citizens. The government will provide pure and healthy food to the passengers at the bus stands through tourism, for this some bus stands of the state have been taken as a pilot project. He said that the Haryana Roadways will be made number one, on which work is being done with full seriousness. The location of the buses will also be known through the tracking system, which will be a great convenience for the citizens.

Chandigarh, February 1

Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi and Finance Minister Smt Nirmala Sitharaman for the Union Budget 2025-26, stating that it will provide a new boost to the country’s development and play an important role in making Haryana self-reliant. The Chief Minister highlighted that the budget has been designed to benefit all sections of society. Haryana will also receive substantial benefits from the budget’s provisions, which will aid in the state’s continued progress and development.

Describing the budget as a strong foundation for a Viksit Bharat, Sh Nayab Singh Saini highlighted that it will further empower youth, the poor, women, and farmers. He said that the Modi government at the Center has identified these four groups as the pillars of a developed India. With Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi’s commitment to transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047, this budget will significantly accelerate progress towards realizing that vision.

Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini highlighted that the Finance Minister’s budget includes several key announcements for farmers. The loan limit on the Kisan Credit Card has been increased from Rs 3 lakh to Rs 5 lakh. In addition, 100 districts with low agricultural productivity will be prioritized under the Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana. As Haryana is an agriculture-based state, the Chief Minister said that the state will greatly benefit from this budget. He described it as a significant step towards improving the living standards of farmers and strengthening the agricultural sector.

Furthermore, the loan guarantee cover for the MSME sector has been raised from Rs 5 crore to Rs 10 crore, providing greater support to small industries. The focus will also be on increasing the production of pulses like masoor and tur over the next six years. The Chief Minister said that the tax exemption on incomes up to Rs 12 lakh will directly benefit millions of people across the country.

In Budget 2025, a 5-year mission has been launched to boost cotton production, which will further strengthen the country’s textile industry. Apart from this, a Makhana Board will be established in Bihar, benefiting small farmers and traders. Special credit cards will be introduced for small industries, with 10 lakh cards to be issued in the first year. A special scheme for the toy industry will also be launched under the ‘Make in India’ initiative.

Chief Minister said that the Finance Minister has announced a new scheme for 5 lakh women from the SC-ST category, offering them term loans of up to Rs 2 crore. Furthermore, to promote startups, the loan limit has been increased from Rs 10 crore to Rs 20 crore. This initiative is a significant step towards empowering women, making them self-reliant, and strengthening the startup ecosystem.

The budget also includes significant announcements for the education and health sectors. In the next five years, 75,000 new seats will be added to medical education. Additionally, IIT Patna will be expanded to accommodate the needs of 1.35 lakh students across the 23 IITs. A special allocation of Rs 500 crore has been made for artificial intelligence (AI) development. Chief Minister expressed that this budget marks the beginning of a new era in health and education, offering better opportunities for the youth. He assured that the Haryana government will ensure the effective implementation of the schemes announced in this budget so that the state can reap maximum benefits and every citizen can directly benefit from these initiatives.