Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday announced the construction of a 33 KV substation in Kanipla village, located in Ladwa assembly constituency. The Government is committed to ensure uniform development across the entire state, he said during his thanksgiving tour of Ladwa constituency.

A budget of Rs 35 crore has been allocated for development projects in the Ladwa constituency. Additionally, he granted Rs 21 lakh for various development works in Kanipla village. In response to local demand, the 33 KV sub-station will be constructed in the village at an estimated cost of Rs five crore, he added.

The Chief Minister also addressed the concerns of the villagers. During a conversation with a woman from the village, the Chief Minister directed the SDM to ensure the construction of lanes in front of the 100-square-yard plots in Kanipla. He also emphasized the importance of maintaining high-quality standards in all development works.

‘Gurukuls are Shaping Good Citizens for Nation’

Saini, speaking at the closing ceremony of the Arya Maha Sammelan organized by Arya Pratinidhi Sabha Haryana at Gurukul, Kurukshetra, emphasized the importance of instilling the teachings of Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati in the younger generation to pave the way for India’s resurgence as a global leader. He called on the youth to embrace education and values as tools for national progress.

“India’s future as a world leader lies in the hands of its youth, and to achieve this, we must ensure they are grounded in the values taught by Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati,” said Saini. He said that the significant role of Gurukul Kurukshetra and other Arya Samaj institutions in imparting quality education and ethical values to the youth, which is critical for the country's growth.

Earlier in the day, the Chief Minister, along with Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and former Minister of State Subhash Sudha, visited Gurukul Kurukshetra and take a round of its indigenous cow shelter. He extended his warm wishes for the 200th birth anniversary celebrations of Arya Samaj founder, Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati, acknowledging the pivotal role of Arya Samaj in shaping India's educational, social, and cultural landscape.

Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister highlighted the profound impact of Maharishi Dayanand and the Arya Samaj since its founding in 1875. “Maharishi Dayanand’s vision for a progressive society was transformative. Arya Samaj's contributions in promoting education for all, ending caste discrimination, advocating for women’s rights, supporting widow remarriage, and protecting cows are unparalleled," said Saini.

The Chief Minister said that the State Government is taking proactive steps to promote yoga and physical fitness in rural areas. These include opening yoga centers and gyms in villages and establishing a Yoga Commission to encourage the practice of traditional yoga, as well as rural sports like kabaddi and wrestling.

Saini emphasized that to help India regain its ancient position as a spiritual leader, the progressive ideals of Arya Samaj must reach every village and street with unwavering dedication and commitment. “This will help our nation restore its ancient glory as a spiritual guru,” he said, adding that the government is also focused on enhancing the quality of education in Haryana.

The Chief Minister said that the State Government is providing grants to Gurukuls and Sanskrit Pathshalas as part of its commitment to preserving India’s cultural heritage. He highlighted the establishment of Maharishi Valmiki Sanskrit University in Mundri, Kaithal, as a key step toward promoting Sanskrit education. The Chief Minister also said that values derived from the Bhagavad Gita, cleanliness, yoga, and moral education have been incorporated into the school curriculum to nurture well-rounded citizens.