Haryana

Haryana is reinforcing its agricultural procurement system with a renewed emphasis on transparency, efficiency, and farmer welfare. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to purchasing every grain produced by farmers while introducing structural reforms to streamline operations. A new three-tier crop verification mechanism aims to reduce discrepancies and enhance accountability in procurement processes. The initiative comes at a time when ensuring timely payments and fair market access remains critical for rural economic stability.

India’s premier investigative agency has assumed control of a high-value financial fraud case involving the alleged misappropriation of Rs 550 crore from Haryana government accounts. The probe, initially handled by a state-level vigilance body, has now been escalated to the central level following a formal referral. 

In a landmark move to enhance workers’ welfare, the Haryana government has raised the minimum wage for unskilled laborers from Rs 11,274.60 to Rs 15,220 per month, effective April 1, 2026. Announced by Labour Minister Anil Vij and endorsed by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the hike aims to improve the livelihoods of lakhs of unskilled workers across the state.

The government of Haryana has initiated a time-bound strategy to accelerate the implementation of its 2026–27 budget, directing all departments to translate policy announcements into actionable plans within one month. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, the state is emphasizing grassroots engagement through Gram Sabha consultations and prioritizing agricultural resilience, horticulture development, and farmer producer organizations (FPOs). Existing schemes, including crop insurance and price support mechanisms, are being reinforced.

The Haryana government has approved a revision in allotment rates for affordable housing units, increasing prices by 10–12 percent under its Affordable Housing Policy-2013. The decision, cleared by the state cabinet, reflects rising construction costs, inflationary pressures, and evolving urban demand across key regions such as Gurugram and Faridabad.