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Indian Express
18-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
‘Equip them with future-ready skills': Haryana creates Department of Future for new opportunities for youth, scientific policy making
The Haryana Government Friday issued a notification for setting up the new Department of Future that will help look for new opportunities for the state's youth, and 'deliver effective solutions through rigorous research, forecasting and collaborative policy development'. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, who also holds the Finance portfolio, gave the final nod for establishing the department, fulfilling his commitment made in the 2025-26 Haryana Budget. Following the Governor Ashim Kumar Ghosh's assent, the government issued the notification. 'Governments of the 21st century must focus not only on present needs but also on future challenges. Haryana's administration will now base its policy-making on vision, data analysis, and technical expertise. The 'Department of Future' will lay a stronger foundation for the state's progress in the years ahead. Haryana's policies will henceforth address not only current requirements but also anticipate future challenges,' Saini said. The Haryana CM said the establishment of the Department of Future 'comes at a critical juncture', with climate change, technological revolutions, population growth, and global uncertainties presenting 'unprecedented challenges'. Detailing the objectives of this department, Saini said it will 'identify Haryana's social, economic and technological needs for the years ahead'. 'The department will focus on integrating cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Quantum Computing, and Robotics into the policy-making process. It will also develop plans to equip the youth with future-ready skills. Its scope includes forecasting challenges in critical sectors like human resources, education, health, energy, agriculture, water, environment, and infrastructure, and preparing timely solutions accordingly,' he added. 'Additionally, the department aims to formulate long-term strategies by coordinating initiatives across all government departments. By analysing the social impact, opportunities, and risks associated with emerging technologies, it will provide evidence-based recommendations. This approach will not only strengthen Haryana's position in the global arena but also promote sustainable development and innovation-driven governance through the adoption of data intelligence and forecast modelling in planning'. Saini said the Department of Future will provide 'fresh direction and opportunities, particularly for the youth of Haryana'. 'In a rapidly changing world where traditional jobs and businesses are evolving, timely preparation of the youth will be the cornerstone of future policy. The 'Department of Future' will not only serve as a guiding force for the youth but will also play a decisive role in shaping policy decisions'.
The Print
01-05-2025
- Business
- The Print
Haryana makes first appointments to Dept of Future with 2 IAS officers as director & commissioner
The order said 2011-batch IAS officer Aditya Dahiya has been appointed director of the Department of Future. He will continue to hold his existing responsibilities including as the special secretary to the personnel, training and parliamentary affairs department. According to an official order issued by the chief secretary on behalf of Governor Bandaru Dattatraya, 2001-batch IAS officer Amneet P. Kumar has been appointed commissioner and secretary of the department. She will hold the charge in addition to her current roles as the commissioner and secretary of the fisheries and archives departments. Gurugram: Haryana government Thursday appointed the first set of officers to its newly established Department of Future, marking the formal establishment of the new department's structure. The Department of Future, announced by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini during his budget speech in March, is believed to be first-of-its-kind in India, focusing on strategic foresight and long-term planning for the state's development. Both the appointments were made against newly created posts, indicating the formal establishment of the department's structure. Also read: No farm loan waiver or Ladki Bahin stipend hike, Maharashtra budget's focus on industry & infrastructure 'Haryana's strategic think-tank' While announcing the formation of the new department, Saini said it is meant to serve as Haryana's strategic think-tank to analyse global trends, forecast risks and formulate policies to ensure sustained growth. He also said it would focus on key areas such as climate change preparedness, Artificial Intelligence, automation and economic resilience, while driving Haryana's push towards AI adoption, and integrating robotics and emerging technology with governance and industry. While the official notification does not specify the department's objectives, a senior officer in the state government told ThePrint Thursday it will focus on preparing Haryana for emerging challenges and opportunities in areas such as climate change, technological disruption, demographic shifts, and economic transitions. He said the department is expected to work across various sectors to ensure policy preparedness for future scenarios, conducting forward-looking research, and coordinating with other departments to integrate future-oriented thinking into governance. 'This innovative department represents Haryana's commitment to proactive governance rather than reactive policymaking,' said the officer. 'The goal is to anticipate challenges before they become crises and capture opportunities before they pass us by.' Praveen Attrey, media secretary to CM Saini, told ThePrint that Haryana is the first state in the country to have launched such a department. 'While several countries including Singapore, Finland, and the UAE have established similar government bodies focused on future planning and scenarios, Haryana will be pioneering this approach among Indian states,' he said. (Edited By Ajeet Tiwari) Also read: Saini unfazed as rivals, farm leaders slam Haryana govt for making DSP apologise to BJP functionary
