Haryana CM Saini meets industrialists and eminent citizens in Ludhiana
Ludhiana, June 14 (UNI) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, addressing industrialists and prominent members of society in Ludhiana, emphasised that Punjab and Haryana, working together, can make a meaningful contribution toward building a developed India.
He praised the rich legacy of Punjab, describing it as the land of Gurus, Pirs, and Veers—a land that has always played a guiding role in the nation's progress.
The All Industrialist Society, Ludhiana, extended a grand welcome to the Chief Minister on this occasion.
Saini stated that to promote industrial growth in Haryana, the government has implemented a single-window system, providing all necessary approvals and facilities under one roof. In the state budget for the year 2025-26, new Industrial Model Townships (IMTs) have been announced in 10 districts.
Additionally, a streamlined mechanism has been introduced to issue No Objection Certificates (NOCs) within 15 days. He emphasized that the concerns of industrialists are being addressed on priority to accelerate industrial development across the state.
Saini highlighted that more than 1.5 crore Ayushman and Chirayu cards have been made in Haryana, enabling over 22 lakh citizens to receive free medical treatment so far. The state government has spent over Rs 2,500 crore on these treatments.
He further stated that Haryana has sincerely implemented a provision for free medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh for senior citizens above 70 years of age. Under the Ujjwala Yojana, more than 13 lakh women have received free LPG cylinders. Additionally, citizens have reaped significant benefits from schemes such as the Jan Dhan Yojana and the Swachh Bharat Mission.
CM Saini stated that he recently met with industrialists from Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh, and their suggestions have been taken seriously by the government. He emphasised that the government is committed to ensuring active participation of the industrial sector in shaping policies, with a focus on aligning development initiatives with the needs and expectations of industry stakeholders.
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