Haryana Cabinet Approves Renaming of ACB to State Vigilance & Anti-Corruption Bureau, Haryana
The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini here today, gave approval for renaming of Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) to State Vigilance & Anti-Corruption Bureau, Haryana.
This decision was taken after a comprehensive review of the Bureau’s evolving role and responsibilities. The revised name—State Vigilance & Anti-Corruption Bureau, Haryana—better captures the dual focus of the Bureau: combating corruption and ensuring vigilance within the administrative framework.
The Bureau’s responsibility goes beyond anti-corruption efforts alone. It also encompasses a broader vigilance framework. The combined nomenclature of “Vigilance & Anti-Corruption” captures the full scope of its operations, including investigations into malpractices, corruption, and transparency issues across various government departments.
A review of the nomenclature of similar agencies in other states revealed that several states, including Himachal Pardesh, Kerala and Manipur, use titles such as “Vigilance & Anti-Corruption Bureau”. Renaming the Haryana Bureau to a similar title is also aimed at aligning the state with the national trends, fostering greater uniformity and consistency across the country.
The proposed nomenclature also better reflects the synergy between the various operational arms of the Bureau, allowing for clearer delineation of roles in combating corruption, misconduct, and administrative inefficiency.
Haryana Cabinet Approves New Land Purchase Policy for Development Projects, 2025
Landowners Empowered Under Haryana’s Voluntary Land Purchase Policy, 2025
Chandigarh
In a bid to provide a platform to the landowners to prevent distress sale of land in case of dire necessity due to non-availability of suitable purchasers, Haryana Government has approved New Land Purchase Policy for Development Projects, 2025.
The State Cabinet, which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved this policy for purchase of land voluntarily offered to Government Department, its entities, i.e. Boards and Corporations and Government Companies for Development Projects, 2025.
The purpose of the Policy is to ensure providing a platform to the landowners to prevent distress sale in case of dire necessity due to non-availability of suitable purchasers. Besides this, the landowners can participate in decision making of the Government Projects by offering their lands and getting optimum price of the same.
The State Government had notified the Policy for Purchase of land voluntarily offered to Government for development projects to prevent distress sale of land by landowners and to involve them in decision making while choosing location of development projects in the State.
Subsequently, it was felt that there is a need to further make the policy more holistic by including some provisions relating to giving incentives to the Aggregator(s) who have made efforts towards aggregation and empanelment of the aggregators through online portal by issuing a consolidated Policy, superseding the Policy of 2017 including amendments made from time to time.
The Policy for purchase of land voluntarily offered to Government Department, its entities, i.e. Boards and Corporations and Government Companies for Development Projects, 2025 includes introduction of definition of Admissible offer, Change in definition of an aggregator,
In Part A, a provision has been made that the landowner can sell his share in part or full, which was not available in the earlier policy. Besides this, A provision has been made to ensure access road of 5 karam to the land offered.To ensure clear ownership and the land should not be `shamilat deh’ or `mushtarkamalkan’ etc at any time.
The rights of minor, idiot or lunatic have been completely protected by ensuring proper authorization of the Court. The reasonability of the rates is to be ensured by the Deputy Commissioner concerned.Facilitation charges shall be paid to the aggregator @1% of the total transaction cost and in two instalments i.e. 0.5% at the time of completion of registration of deed and remaining 0.5% after sanctioning of mutation and delivery of possession.
To give incentive payment to aggregator who have made efforts towards aggregation of land and uploaded at least 70% of total indented land of the project to the tune of Rs. 1,000/- per acre to Rs. 3,000 per acre depending upon the rates of the land i.e. Rs. 3,000 per acre if land is offered at the Collector rates, Rs. 2,000 per acre if land is offered at not more than 20% above Collector rates and Rs. 1,000 per acre if land is offered at a still higher rates. Departments of Government of India and its entities can also proceed in this policy for purchase of land for its developmental projects.
Haryana Cabinet approves Compensatory Leave for Group C and D Employees
Chandigarh
Haryana Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved amendments to the Haryana Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 2016, introducing provisions for granting Compensatory Leave to regular Group C and Group D employees.
As per the amendment, a new Rule 77A has been inserted, which provides that regular Group C and Group D employees will be entitled to compensatory leave if they perform official duties on a notified holiday. This compensatory leave must be availed within one month of the duty performed, failing which it will lapse.
The leave can be taken in conjunction with connected holidays and station leave; however, the total leave spell shall not exceed 16 days under any circumstances. If an employee applies for compensatory leave within the one-month period and the sanctioning authority refuses the request, the leave can be availed within next 15 days; otherwise, the leave shall deemed to be lapsed.In addition, compensatory leave will not be granted if a financial incentive has been or is proposed to be provided for the same day.
Haryana Cabinet approves amendments to Employee Allowance Rules
Ensures two-year housing support for families of deceased employees
Chandigarh
Haryana Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved amendments in Haryana Civil Services (Allowances to Government Employees) Rules, 2016.
As per the amendments, in the unfortunate event of the death of a government employee while in service, the family of the deceased will be entitled to receive House Rent Allowance (HRA) for a period of two years at the rate last drawn by the employee prior to his/ her demise. Alternatively, the family may retain the government accommodation for a period of two years by paying the normal licence fee.
It is further clarified that if the family voluntarily surrenders the government accommodation before the completion of the two-year period, no House Rent Allowance will be admissible for the remaining duration.These amendments aim to provide enhanced support and financial relief to the families of government employees during difficult times.
Haryana Cabinet approves restoration of commuted pension after 15 years of retirement
Chandigarh
Haryana Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved amendment in Rule 95(2) of Haryana Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 2016 pertaining to the commuted value of pension for government employees.
As per the amendment, the fraction of the pension that is commuted by a government employee at the time of retirement shall be restored to the pensioner after the completion of 15 years from the date of retirement.This decision aligns with long-standing demands from pensioners and is aimed at ensuring greater financial security and dignity for retired government employees.
Haryana adopts Unified Pension Scheme under NPS, Benefits over 2 Lakh Employees
Chandigarh
In a significant decision to secure the future of its employees, Haryana Government has adopted the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) notified by the Government of India under the National Pension System (NPS). Effective from August 1, 2025, this landmark move will benefit over 2 lakh State government employees appointed on or after January 1, 2006.
A decision to this effect has been taken by State Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today. The scheme, approved by the State Cabinet aims to give assured minimum pension and family pension to government employees.
The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) will provide 50% of the average basic pay drawn by a State government employee during the 12 months prior to retirement, provided the employee completes 25 years of service. A minimum guaranteed payout of Rs. 10,000 per month will be assured if the employee retires after completing 10 or more years of qualifying service.
In the event of the pensioner death, the family will receive 60% of the last-drawn pension amount.Dearness Relief will be applicable on both the assured pension payout and the family pension, calculated in the same manner as the Dearness Allowance applicable to serving employees. However, Dearness Relief will be payable only once the pension payout commences.
A lump sum payment will also be allowed at the time of superannuation, amounting to 10% of the monthly emoluments (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance) for every completed six months of qualifying service. This lump sum will not affect the assured pension payout.
Under the current New Pension Scheme, employees contribute 10%, while the State government contributes 14%. With the implementation of UPS, the government contribution will increase to 18.5%, resulting in a monthly expenditure of approximately Rs. 50 crore and an annual cost of Rs. 600 crore.
The corpus under the Unified Pension Scheme will consist of two funds: an individual corpus comprising employee contributions and matching contributions from the Government of Haryana, and a pool corpus funded by additional contributions from the Government of Haryana.
Employees will contribute 10% of their (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance), with an equal matching contribution from the Government of Haryana. Both amounts will be credited to each employee’s individual corpus.In addition, the Government of Haryana will contribute an estimated 8.5% of (Basic Pay + Dearness Allowance) of all employees opting for the UPS to the pool corpus on an aggregate basis.
This additional contribution is intended to support the assured payouts under the scheme.Employees may exercise investment choices for their individual corpus, which will be regulated by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). If an employee does not specify an investment preference, a ‘default pattern’ of investment, as defined by PFRDA, will apply.
Investment decisions for the pool corpus, funded by the additional Government contribution, will be managed solely by the Government of Haryana.For employees who retired before the UPS became operational and opt for the UPS, the PFRDA will determine the mechanism for providing the top-up amount.
Existing employees of Haryana Government under the National Pension System, as well as future employees, will have the option to choose either the Unified Pension Scheme under the NPS or to continue with the existing NPS without the UPS option.
Once an employee opts for the UPS, all terms and conditions of the scheme will be deemed accepted, and this choice will be final.Decision regarding implementation of UPS in Boards/Corporations/PSUs/State Universities etc will be taken later on separately.
Haryana Cabinet approves increased casual leave for female government employees
Chandigarh
Haryana Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved amendments in Haryana Civil Services (Leave) Rules, 2016 to grant additional casual leave to female regular employees working in government departments and its boards, corporations.According to the amendment, all female regular employees will now be entitled to 25 casual leaves per calendar year, an increase from the earlier 20 casual leaves per calendar years.
In addition, the causal leave to female regular employee during the calendar year in which she is recruited will be admissible as follows: employees joining before June 30 will be entitled to 25 casual leaves instead of 20; those joining between June 30 and September 30 will receive 12 casual leaves instead of 10; employees joining after September 30 will get 6 casual leaves instead of 5; and those joining after November 30 will be eligible for 3 casual leaves instead of 2.
Cabinet Approves Relaxation in Compassionate Appointment Policy for Families of Battle Casualties of Haryana Domicile
Chandigarh
The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, today approved a significant relaxation in the Haryana Government’s policy for compassionate appointments to the dependents of battle casualties belonging to Haryana domicile.
As per the existing policy dated May 30, 2014, and its subsequent amendment on August 27, 2014, a dependent of a battle casualty is eligible for compassionate appointment in Group B, C, or D posts—based on the rank of the deceased—provided the application is made within three years of the commencement of the policy.
However, the state government had received representations from several dependents of battle casualties who could not apply within the prescribed three-year window, making their cases ‘time-barred’ as per existing norms. In keeping with the government’s commitment to the welfare and rehabilitation of soldiers’ families, the Cabinet has approved relaxation in the policy.
The decision will pave the way for compassionate appointments in eight such time-barred cases, which include: Sh. Harpal Singh, son of Sepoy Jile Singh (Army), who died during Operation Rakshak on August 9, 2006; Sh. Sandeep Gautam, brother of Constable Sujit Kumar (BSF), who died on duty with 152 Bn CRPF on April 7, 2004; Miss Mamta, daughter of Constable Rohtash Kumar (BSF), who lost his life while serving in the 42nd Battalion on July 5, 1997; Miss Ritu, daughter of Constable Dilbag Singh (BSF), who died on duty while serving in 88 Bn on November 28, 2001; Ms. Sonu Yadav, daughter of LNK/Driver Ramjas Yadav (CRPF), who was martyred in a blast triggered by insurgents in Manas Forest, Assam, on April 19, 1990; Sh. Tarun, son of Sepoy Bhupender Singh (Army), who was killed in action on August 1, 2002, during Operation Rakshak in J&K; and Sh. Nagender, son of Havildar Ram Kumar (Army), who laid down his life on August 12, 1985, during Operation Vijay (Kargil) and Sh. Bhagat Singh, brother of martyr Devender Bhati (Defence-Army), who was killed due to GSW in an encounter with terrorists.
Haryana Cabinet approves amendment to Gurdwara Election Rules, Allows aggrieved party to challenge orders passed by Commissioner in High Court
Chandigarh
The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved an amendment in Rule 89 of the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (Delimitation of Wards and Election) Rules, 2023.Under the existing provisions of Rule 89, any aggrieved person could challenge the order of the Commissioner, Gurdwara Elections, in a competent court of law.
Following the amendment, any party aggrieved by an order passed by the Commissioner, Gurdwara Elections under these rules would be at liberty to challenge the same the High Court within thirty days from the date of passing of such order.
It is worth noting that the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee (Delimitation of Wards and Election) Rules, 2023 have been framed to govern the election process of the Haryana Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee.
Haryana Cabinet Approves Amendments to Financial Commissioner’s Service Rules for Alignment with Chief Secretary’s Office
Chandigarh
The Haryana Cabinet, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, today approved key amendments to the Haryana Financial Commissioner’s Office (Group-A) State Service Rules, 1980.
The amendments have been made in the Haryana Financial Commissioner’s Office (Group-A) State Service Rules, 1980 so as to align the method of recruitment, qualifications, and experience requirements for the upgraded posts of Special Senior Secretary to Minister, Senior Secretary to Minister, and Secretary to Minister in the Financial Commissioner’s Office, Haryana, with the corresponding posts in the Office of the Chief Secretary, Haryana.
In addition, the Appendices in the Haryana Financial Commissioner’s Office (Group-A) State Service Rules, 1980 have also been amended. Appendix ‘A’, which specifies the Functional Pay Level of posts, Appendix ’13’, which outlines the experience requirements for posts, Appendix ‘C’, which details the nature of penalties and the authority empowered to impose them, and Appendix ‘D’, which specifies the nature of orders and the authority empowered to issue them, have been amended at par with the corresponding posts in the Office of the Chief Secretary, Haryana.
These amendments will also ensure that appointments are conducted either by promotion, transfer, or direct recruitment, with clearly defined eligibility conditions, and there is standardization of service conditions across equivalent posts in different offices, leading to better administrative efficiency and clarity in career progression.
Haryana Cabinet Approves Amendment to Enhance Special Travelling Allowance for Pensioners of Legislative Assembly
Chandigarh
The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved an amendment to Section 7C of the Haryana Legislative Assembly (Salary, Allowances, and Pension of Members) Act, 1975. This amendment pertains to the Special Travelling Allowance for persons entitled to pension under this Act.
The amendment removes the previous cap of Rs. 1,00,000 monthly pension amount and stipulates that every person entitled to a pension under the Haryana Legislative Assembly (Salary, Allowances, and Pension of Members) Act, 1975, shall continue to receive a Special Travelling Allowance of such an amount not exceeding Rs 10,000 per month for journey by himself or his/her family members anywhere in India.
Haryana Cabinet approved an amendment in Rule 9 of Haryana Right to Service Rules, 2014
Chandigarh
Haryana Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved an amendment in Rule 9 of Haryana Right to Service Rules, 2014.Under the existing provisions of Rule 9, the Commission may take suo-moto notice in such cases where the applications/appeals are not decided by the Designated Officers/Grievance Redressal Authorities within the stipulated period and there is unreasonable delay in disposal of such application/appeals.
On finding any lapse, the Commission may pass appropriate orders in this regard as it may deem fit.Following the amendment, the Commission may take suo-moto notice provided that, if any case, in which litigation is pending in any court of law or with the Revisional Authority of the concerned department, before submission of application for availing notified service in front of the Designated Officer/First Grievance Redressal Authority/Second Grievance Redressal Authority of the concerned department, the powers granted under section 17 of the Act shall not be exercised by the Commission against the Designated Officer/First Grievance Redressal Authority/Second Grievance Redressal Authority of such department till the final outcome of the matter in the Court of Law or by the Revisional Authority of the concerned department.
Haryana Cabinet Approves Key Amendments to CET Policy 2024 for Group C and D Recruitment Process
Chandigarh
Haryana Cabinet which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini here today approved the amendment in the recruitment to Group C and D posts through Common Eligibility Test (CET) Policy, 2024.
As per the amendment, the proviso to Para 7 of CET Examination and marks for Group-C posts shall be omitted.
Provided that the name of such applicant shall not be considered for skill and/or written examination for the advertised posts until he acquires the minimum essential educational qualification and/or experience, if any, specified for that post by the last date of attaining such minimum qualification specified in the advertisement issued by the Commission for the conduct of skill and/or written examination.
Proviso to para-8 (iii) of CET Examination and marks Group-D posts be omitted. Provided that such applicant shall not be eligible to apply for selection against the advertised posts like other eligible candidates of similar category having equal to or lesser CET marks until he acquires the minimum essential educational qualification and/or experience, if any, specified for that post by the last date of attaining such minimum qualification specified in the advertisement issued by the Commission.
Similarly, provision of Para 9 sub-para (i) to (vii)–process for recruitment of Group-C posts, provision of Para 10–process of recruitment of Group-D posts, provision of para-11- recommendation of name of candidate(s) by the Commission and provision of para-12-waiting list shall be omitted.
Haryana Cabinet Empowers HSSC Chairman to Incur Secret Service Expenditure for Recruitment Activities under Amended Financial Rules
Chandigarh
The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved amendment in S.No. 35 of Appendix-15 of the Punjab Financial Rules, Volume-II, Financial Handbook No. 2 (as applicable in Haryana), to authorize the Chairman of the Haryana Staff Selection Commission (HSSC) for incurring Secret Service Expenditure related to recruitment functions.
The Chairman, HSSC, is now empowered to incur expenditure for confidential services, including preparation of question papers, OTR (One Time Registration/Inviting of application), Data Short listing, allocation of Roll Nos. and Examination Centres, result preparation, Writing Material, Packing Material, Payment to examiners, Payments of question Paper Developer, CBT (Computer Based Test), Audit of Digital Data (Biometric, CCTV, Application data etc.), Online Scrutiny of Documents, etc and any other activity which the Chairman deems to consider secret as required from time to time as per changes/advancement in technology.
These amendments are notified as the Punjab Financial Rules, Volume-II (Haryana Amendment) Rules, 2025, and shall come into force upon publication in the official Gazette.
Haryana Cabinet Expands Definition of ‘Family’ in Pension Rules for Aided College Employees to Include Disabled Dependents
Chandigarh
The Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, today approved an amendment to the Haryana Affiliated Colleges (Pension and Contributory Provident Fund) Rules, 1999, as amended in 2001. This amendment, aimed at ensuring social security and compassionate support to dependents of employees, expands the definition of “family” for the purpose of family pension.
The amendment introduces clause (h) to sub-rule 3(1) of Rule 15, which now includes “Son and daughter suffering from disorder or disability of mind or physically crippled or disabled, irrespective of his/her age, provided they were wholly dependent upon the employee when he/she was alive.”This inclusion brings the rules for aided college employees in line with those applicable to Haryana Government employees, ensuring equality and fairness in pension disbursement.
The decision will ensure that mentally or physically disabled children of employees from Government Aided Privately Managed Colleges in Haryana will no longer be excluded from receiving family pension due to age or technical definitions, thereby upholding a more inclusive welfare approach.
Haryana Cabinet Approves Rationalization of Urban Local Bodies, Adds 4,848 New Posts Across 87 Municipalities
Chandigarh
The Haryana Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today accorded in-principle approval to the recommendations of the “Rationalization Commission, Haryana” for the Department of Urban Local Bodies.
The Rationalization Commission was constituted on March 28, 2023 to recommend restructuring of posts in various government departments. The objective of the Commission is to make government entities more efficient, transparent and responsive to public needs and future requirements.
The Commission has submitted reports in respect of 16 Government Departments including Urban Local Bodies Department and other organisations of the Haryana State. Government has decided that initially recommendations of the “Rationalisation Commission, Haryana” shall be implemented on pilot basis in respect of five departments namely Public Health Engineering Department; Irrigation and Water Resources Department; Mines and Geology Department; Horticulture Department and Urban Local Bodies Department.
A landmark decision has been made by the Government to rationalize the posts in all the municipalities of the State to align them with current needs and requirements. The total number of positions across all 87 municipalities will rise to 36,381, compared to existing sanctioned strength of 31,533. This will resulting an increase of 4,848 posts. Further, existing 195 posts in the Directorate of Urban Local Bodies, Haryana have been increased to 335 posts.
The existing 27,223 posts of Group D (including Safai Karamcharis) in the municipalities have been retained by the department. New posts have been established in areas such as Engineering, Sanitation, Information Technology (IT) and Taxation etc.
This rationalization effort will enable municipalities to deliver enhanced services, expedite the execution of development projects, improve sanitation and cleaning operations, and advance social infrastructure, water supply, street lighting and urban mobility.
It will help the municipalities in addressing grievances promptly, resulting in fewer complaints and a more satisfied and happier citizen. Municipalities are expected to collect additional annual revenue of approximately Rs. 1100 crores.
Haryana Cabinet Approves Government Takeover of Kanya Mahavidyalaya, Kharkhoda Following Committee Recommendation
Chandigarh
Haryana Cabinet which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved a proposal regarding taking over of Kanya Mahavidyalya, Kharkoda.Notably, on the persistent demand of management and recommendation of the five member departmental committee of the Higher Education Department, the proposal for taking over Kanya Mahavidyalaya, Kharkhoda with available facilities has been approved by the Cabinet.
Haryana Cabinet Approves Creation of ‘Department of Future’ to Drive Vision 2047, Strategic Growth, and Technological Foresight
Chandigarh
Haryana Cabinet which met under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today approved establishment of the Department of Future (Bhavishya Vibhag) aimed at making Haryana “future-capable” in terms of Rule 5 read with Sr. No. 20 of the Scheduled Rules of Business of Government of Haryana, 1977 for its consideration.
In order to institutionalize foresight-based governance and enhance policy coherence across administrative departments, the “Department of Future (Bhavishya Vibhag)” shall function as the nodal agency for coordinating long-term strategic initiatives, technological foresight, and integrated policy development, aligning with Haryana’s Vision 2047 to achieve a $1 trillion economy and inclusive growth.
The Department will deal subjects namely to conduct of regular horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario development to identify future opportunities and challenges for the State, formulation of comprehensive long-term economic plans (Vision 2047) focusing on growth diversification into high-value sectors, development and coordination of technology and innovation policies to foster adoption of emerging technologies across sectors.
Furthermore, the Department will also do monitoring and coordination of governance modernization initiatives including Unital transformation of administrative processes, coordination with Administrative Departments for implementation of future- oriented policies and initiatives and establishment of unified frameworks for human capital development aligned with future workforce requirements.
The Department will also ensure development of integrated strategies for sustainable resource management, particularly for water, energy, and agricultural resources, creation of monitoring mechanisms to evaluate progress of strategic initiatives across departments and oversee the Mission Haryana-2047 to elevate Haryana’s GDP to the level of 1 trillion US Dollars and meet job targets in the state.
The Department will also develop a rural-urban integration and create a migration management plan for the state.Department shall operate through the following 5 SMART key initiativesNotably, the Department shall operate through the following 5 key initiatives, aligned with SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) objectives to ensure effective execution:
a) Institutional Setup and Foresight Integration: Establish Foresight Units within each Administrative Department to coordinate with the Department of Future, submitting annual Future Outlook Reports in a prescribed format. Ensure 50 percent of major projects under each of the seven Strategic Missions (environment, finance, industrialization, agriculture, education, health, governance trust) reflect DoF’s policy advice or risk assessments.
b) Long-term Economic Planning: Form dedicated task forces comprising economists, industry leaders, and government officials to draft and regularly review Vision 2047 plans, with specific targets for GSDP growth (stable >9% annually by 2030) and job creation (100,000 new green/tech jobs by 2030) for identified industrial clusters. The Department will convene stakeholders every 2-3 months to refresh the Vision 2047 roadmap, ensuring alignment with Viksit Bharat 2047.
c) Technology and Innovation Policy, including Al & Skills Advancement:
Coordinate with Administrative Departments to provide grants and incentives for R&D activities and support startups in priority sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, and IT. Leverage the Haryana Al Mission to train youth in Al and modern technologies and deploy Al-based solutions in public services (e.g., predictive analytics in healthcare). Integrate robotics process automation in at least 5 government departments by 2030.
d) Human Capital Development: Develop a Future Skills Framework in coordination with the School Education Department, emphasizing STEM education, apprenticeships, and on-the-job training. Ensure 100% digital literacy in high schools to address future skill needs, aligning with workforce requirements for Industry 4.0 and emerging technologies.
e) Governance Modernization and Climate Resilience: All departments shall identify manual processes, set self-targets for digitization, and implement e-governance initiatives as per pre-fixed schedules, with mandatory adoption of e-tools.
Develop a state Climate Adaptation Action Plan to improve Haryana’s climate change preparedness index by 20%, measured via a composite Climate Vulnerability Index (baseline 2025), through measures like early warning systems and adaptive infrastructure in agriculture and water management.
f) Strategic Focus Areas (2025-2047): The Department shall prioritize the following sectors for strategic intervention Agri-tech and Sustainable Agriculture Renewable Energy and Green Technologies, Advanced Manufacturing and Industry 4.0, IT, Biotechnology, and Innovation Hubs, Education and Skill Development, Infrastructure and IT-based Smart Cities, Water Management and Sustainability and Tourism and Cultural Industries
The State has undertaken numerous developmental initiatives to ensure economic growth, industrial advancement, and improved governance mechanisms. However, accelerating technological changes, emerging economic challenges, and evolving citizen expectations necessitate a more forward-looking approach to policy formulation and implementation.
Currently, strategic planning is distributed across multiple departments, resulting in fragmentation of vision, duplication of efforts, and sub-optimal allocation of resources. Global economic uncertainties, including climate change, AI-driven disruptions, and demographic shifts, further underscore the imperative for a coordinated approach toward long-term planning, technological adaptation, and future-readiness of administrative structures.
Hence, the Government aims to establish a new department that will anticipate emerging challenges, disparities, and new opportunities for economic growth. It will provide policy recommendations to all other departments and work to enhance their capacity over time.
Haryana Cabinet approves major reforms in Treasury Officer Recruitment Rules
75% ATO posts to be filled through HPSC
Chandigarh
In a move aimed at improving efficiency and strengthening the states treasury operations, Haryana Cabinet, which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today, approved amendments to the Haryana Finance Department Treasuries (Group B) Service Rules, 1980.
The changes will streamline recruitment and bring greater merit-based transparency to appointments in the Treasuries Department. Under the revised rules, only 25% of the posts of Assistant Treasury Officer (ATO) will be filled through promotion—down from the earlier 50%—while the remaining 75% will now be recruited directly by the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC), an increase from the previous 50%.
Recruitment to the posts of Treasury Officer (TO) and Assistant Treasury Officer will consist of three papers. Paper I will be an objective-type, OMR-based preliminary test to shortlist candidates for the main written examination (Papers II and III). A total of 15 times the number of advertised vacancies will be admitted to the main written examination.
From the main exam, candidates three times the number of vacancies will be called for the viva voce. To qualify for the viva voce, candidates must score a minimum of 40% marks in aggregate across all written papers, with at least 33% marks in each written paper.Currently, there are 25 sanctioned posts of Treasury Officer and 85 posts of Assistant Treasury Officer in the state.
Haryana Launches Scholarship Scheme for Children of Martyr Soldiers and Paramilitary Personnel
Students of martyrs will receive annual scholarship ranging from Rs 60000 to Rs 96000
Chandigarh
In a heartfelt tribute to the supreme sacrifice made by the nation’s bravehearts, the Haryana Government has decided to roll out a dedicated scholarship scheme for the children of martyred soldiers and paramilitary personnel.
The present government in its Sankalp Patra has promised to provide scholarship to the children of martyrs of armed forces. Now, the government has decided to grant scholarship to children of martyrs of armed forces as well as paramilitary personnel. As per the newly framed policy inspired by the PM Scholarship Scheme, students from Classes 6 to 12 will receive an annual scholarship of Rs 60,000. For those pursuing graduation, the scholarship amount will be Rs 72,000 per year, while post-graduate students will receive Rs 96,000 annually. 189 students will get Rs. 1,31,64,000 as scholarship.
This landmark decision has been approved during a meeting of the Haryana Cabinet held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today.The policy ensures that the children of martyred personnel from both the armed forces and paramilitary services are provided with financial support to pursue quality education, paving the way for a brighter and more secure future.
Haryana Cabinet approves amendments to Mining Rules 2012
Simplifies compensation process, Increases royalties on stone and sand
Chandigarh
Haryana Cabinet which met under the chairmanship of Chief Minister, Sh Nayab Singh Saini here today approved amendments to the Haryana Minor Mineral Concession, Stocking, Transportation of Minerals and Prevention of Illegal Mining Rules, 2012.
As per the amendments, the process for providing compensation and rent to farmers has been simplified to ensure greater ease and transparency. In addition, the royalty rates for stone and sand have been revised.The royalty for stone has been increased from Rs 45 to Rs 100 per tonne, while the royalty for sand has been raised from Rs 40 to Rs 80 per tonne.
The Cabinet has also approved the implementation of an inter-state mineral transportation fee. A charge of Rs 100 per tonne will be levied for inter-state transportation of minerals. The inter-state transit fee has been fixed at Rs 100 if the destination mentioned in the e-transit is within Haryana, and Rs 20 if the destination in e-transit is anyplace outside Haryana.
These rules shall be called the Haryana Minor Mineral Concession, Stocking, Transportation of Minerals and Prevention of Illegal Mining Rules (Amendment) Rules, 2025.
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