Hry CM lays foundation stone of 153 projects worth Rs 2024 crore in Hisar

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Hry CM lays foundation stone of 153 projects worth Rs 2024 crore in Hisar

Thursday, 25 January 2024 | PNS | Chandigarh

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar on Wednesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for a total of 153 projects valued at Rs 2024 crore at a state-level function conducted through video conferencing at Lala Lajpat Rai Veterinary and Animal Sciences University in Hisar district. The development initiatives comprise the inauguration of 76 projects, collectively costing Rs 686 crore and the foundation stone laying for 77 projects with a combined value of Rs 1338 crore.

In a symbolic gesture, the Chief Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 10 major projects, amounting to Rs 784 crore. The remaining of the projects saw inauguration and foundation stone laying ceremonies carried out by Union Ministers, Haryana Cabinet Ministers, MPs, and MLAs in various districts. The Chief Minister also inaugurated the administrative building and Embryo Transplant Lab for animal breed improvement at Lala Lajpat Rai Veterinary and Animal Sciences University.

He said that the economic vitality of any state or country hinges on robust infrastructure, and our government continuously strengthening the infrastructure in the state, contributing to the overall economic health. The Chief Minister highlighted that prior to this occasion, development projects have been initiated and foundation stones laid seven times across the entire state via digital platforms, resulting in the dedication of 1459 projects with an approximate value of Rs 15500 crores to the public. Today marks the eighth such program, reinforcing the commitment to continuous progress and development.

Khattar said, “In addition to physical development, our government places significant emphasis on cultural and social development.” He highlighted the historic significance of January 22, a day when Prime Minister Narendra Modi presided over the grand consecration program of the Ram Temple. The Chief Minister noted the widespread joy and happiness that permeated the entire nation on that momentous day.

Taking a dig at statements being made by the opposition regarding unemployment, Khattar dismissed their claims, stating that figures ranging from 9 percent to 35 percent are being inaccurately cited. He clarified that the actual self-declared unemployment rate on family identity cards is about 8.5 percent, discrediting the opposition's assertions of up to 34 percent as mere political propaganda.

Highlighting the state's progress in terms of ease of doing business, Khattar underscored that Haryana has become a preferred destination for investment. Over the past nine and a half years, the government has successfully provided employment opportunities to 30 lakh people. Additionally, efforts have been made to facilitate self-employment by making loans available to individuals through banks.

Khattar highlighted the significant infrastructure projects underway in Haryana, including the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor spanning 72 km and the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor extending 506 km. These corridors are poised to bring substantial benefits to the state. Additionally, the construction of the Haryana Orbital Rail Corridor, in conjunction with the KMP (Kundli-Manesar-Palwal) project, is in progress. Furthermore, the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) rail line is being established from Sarai Kale Khan in Delhi to Karnal, promising improved connectivity. The completion of these initiatives is anticipated to yield considerable advantages for the residents of the region. Notably, a Rail Coach Factory, spread over 161 acres in Sonipat, will manufacture new coaches for the Metro Rail. He said that wherever RoB-RuB is not available on National Highway, State Highway and district roads in the state, RoB-RuB will soon be constructed. Approval for this has been received from the Railway Ministry.

The Chief Minister pointed to the transformative efforts in the healthcare sector, adding that in 2014, there were only 6 medical colleges with 700 MBBS seats. However, due to the persistent efforts of the current government, the number of medical colleges is on track to reach 26, significantly increasing the available MBBS seats to 3500.

He  emphasized that the double-engine government is not solely focused on infrastructure but is also actively engaged in bringing about positive changes in the social sector and enhancing the overall ease of living. This multifaceted approach is aimed at ensuring the happiness and well-being of society at large.

Virtually addressing the people of the state after inaugurating 60 Amrit+ Sarovar across the state from Dult village in the Tohana assembly constituency of the Fatehabad district, Khattar urged the citizens of the state to use water judiciously and avoid wastage. Emphasizing that water is precious; he encouraged people to develop the habit of using available water wisely and reusing it.

Khattar said that to rejuvenate ponds in the State, the Haryana Pond and Wastewater Management Authority has been established, and the Authority has been directed to survey the ponds available in the state. According to the survey, a total of 19,649 ponds have been identified in the state, with approximately 18,000 ponds in rural areas and 900 ponds in urban areas. Out of these ponds, about 11,000 are polluted, and efforts are being made for their rejuvenation, he informed.

He said that farmers have excessively used chemical fertilizers, resulting in increased crop yield but deteriorating soil quality. He said that due to the formation of a compact layer in the soil due to chemicals, rainwater is not seeping into the ground, causing waterlogging and marshy conditions in many areas. Not only that, but the excessive use of chemical fertilizers has led to serious diseases like cancer today. To overcome this problem, there is a need to shift towards natural farming, said Sh. Manohar Lal.

Khattar appealed to farmers to opt for alternative crops instead of paddy for water conservation and solving water logging issues. For this, the government has implemented the Mera Pani Meri Virasat scheme, providing an incentive of Rs. 7,000 per acre to farmers who refrain from cultivating paddy. So far, farmers have left paddy cultivation on 1,74,000 acres of land.

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