Every disease will be treated free of cost in government hospitals at every district headquarters of state: CM Nayab Saini

Time of India

25-06-2025

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini
KURUKSHETRA: Haryana chief minister (CM) Nayab Singh Saini announced a healthcare initiative under which free treatment for all diseases will be available at one government hospital in each district headquarters starting from August 15, 2025.
Addressing villagers in Kishanpura and Girdarpur, the CM said that these hospitals will be equipped with modern facilities and will also offer services under the Ayushman Bharat scheme. The CM also visited and listened to residents of Ban, Behlolpur and Jalkheri villages.
To ensure efficient referrals, committees will be constituted at each of these hospitals to decide whether patients need to be sent to higher institutions like PGI Chandigarh or other tertiary care centers.
At the village events, CM Saini said that the state government has completed all preparations to implement the Lado Lakshmi Scheme. Under this scheme, an amount of Rs 2,100 will be deposited into the bank accounts of women later this year. A provision of Rs 5,000 crore has also been made in the budget for this initiative.
He said a significant aspect is that out of the 217 promises made by this government, 28 have been fulfilled in the last five months, and work is underway on 90 more.
The government is accelerating development across all sectors and is committed to ensuring that the benefits of its schemes reach every individual, the CM said.
CM Saini made these announcements during a direct interaction with villagers at the community center in Kishanpura and a Gurdwara hall in Girdarpur. Listening to citizens' concerns, the CM issued instructions to relevant departments for immediate action.
On this occasion, he also participated in a tree plantation drive with local residents and announced a grant of Rs 21 lakh each for developmental works in both villages.
Responding to demands submitted by the sarpanch of Kishanpura and Girdarpur, Saini assured that all requests would be fulfilled through relevant departments. He emphasised his deep connection with the Ladwa constituency, saying, 'It is because of the people of Ladwa that I have reached the position of Chief Minister.
Today, Ladwa holds a special place in Haryana's development vision.'
The CM shared that over Rs 110 crore worth of development projects are currently underway in Ladwa and praised the cooperation of district officials in resolving public issues promptly.
Touching on the agricultural sector, Saini noted that the government is procuring all crops at Minimum Support Price (MSP) and bridging price gaps through the Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana.
Additionally, efforts are underway to provide housing to the economically weaker sections, reflecting the BJP government's commitment to working in 'mission mode' across the state.
Saini invited people to freely submit their grievances in writing to DC Neha Singh, other local officials, or the CM's office. 'In case of an emergency, people are welcome to come and meet me in Chandigarh,' he added.
He also took the opportunity to reflect on history, observing that June 25 marked 50 years since the imposition of Emergency in India, calling it one of the darkest periods post-Independence. 'Nearly one lakh forced sterilizations took place, and citizens lived in fear. Many were forced to flee their homes and hide in sugarcane fields. It is vital that the youth understand this history to prevent its repetition,' he said.
Key officials present at the event included CM Office in-charge Kailash Saini, Kurukshetra DC Neha Singh, SP Nitish Aggarwal, various local sarpanches and community leaders.