CM Nayab Singh Saini Reviews Infrastructure and Energy Projects, Directs Officials to Expedite Completion

Contractors Delaying Projects Will Face Penalties; Those Showing Negligence Will Not Be Awarded Future Works

Major Projects Worth Over Rs. 75 Crore Reviewed at 14th State PRAGATI Portal Meeting Chaired by Chief Minister

Chandigarh,

Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini directed officials to ensure that all major development projects are completed within the stipulated timelines while maintaining high quality standards. He made it clear that unnecessary delays or negligence in the execution of projects would not be tolerated. Contractors responsible for delays in project execution must be penalised as per rules. Furthermore, contractors who repeatedly delay works or fail to adhere to prescribed standards should not be awarded any new projects in the future.

The Chief Minister was chairing the 14th high-level review meeting of the State PRAGATI Portal (SPP), in Chandigarh on Wednesday. The meeting reviewed in detail the progress of major infrastructure and energy sector projects worth more than Rs. 75 crore currently underway in the state. He directed officials of all departments to work in close coordination and resolve bottlenecks affecting projects on priority so that development works could be completed on time.

Review of Gurugram Global City and Shri Krishna AYUSH University

During the review of the Gurugram Global City Project (Phase-I), officials informed the Chief Minister that the project was progressing smoothly. To strengthen connectivity and basic infrastructure in the area, tenders for roads connecting the project with Pataudi Road and the Central Peripheral Road (CPR) have been completed, along with other administrative formalities.

Similarly, the project related to the establishment of Shri Krishna AYUSH University, Kurukshetra, was also reviewed. Officials informed the Chief Minister that the tender for the project, being implemented through the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC), had been issued and an agreement had also been signed with the contractor.

Industrial Infrastructure Development Works in Sohna to Be Accelerated

The progress of EMC Sohna and IMT Sohna was also reviewed during the meeting. Officials informed the Chief Minister that 77 per cent progress had been achieved in the EMC Sohna project. Construction of roads and other basic infrastructure facilities was progressing rapidly.

Meanwhile, 70 per cent progress had been achieved in the IMT Sohna project. Construction of the water works tower and major roads was nearing completion. Completion of these projects will boost industrial activities in the region and provide better infrastructure facilities to investors.

Review of Works to Strengthen the Power Distribution System

The Chief Minister also reviewed the energy projects underway in various parts of the state under the Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme (RDSS). Officials informed him that 93 per cent of the works related to reducing power distribution losses in the Sohna Division had been completed.

In Karnal, 61 per cent of the work involving the installation of transformers and H-poles under the AP Connection and VGS schemes had been completed. Similarly, progress of works being undertaken under RDSS in the Panchkula Zone stood at 65.69 per cent. These works primarily focus on replacing old power lines and enhancing the capacity of the electricity distribution system.

Additionally, the work to augment the capacity of 46 existing 33/11 kV substations in various districts under DHBVN had achieved 65 per cent progress. This will improve the capacity and quality of power supply, ensuring better electricity services for consumers.

Review of Progress of IMT Kharkhoda and Hisar Manufacturing Cluster

The meeting also reviewed the ongoing development works at IMT Kharkhoda. Officials informed the Chief Minister that construction of infrastructure facilities, including the master stormwater drainage system, was underway. Dewatering technology was being used during the execution of works to regulate the groundwater level.

During the review of the Integrated Manufacturing Cluster (IMC), Hisar, officials informed the Chief Minister that environmental clearance for the project had been obtained and the financial bids for the EPC tender were under evaluation. The cluster will play an important role in giving a major boost to the development of key industrial sectors, including aviation and defence.

The Chief Minister said that strengthening infrastructure and accelerating industrial development in the state were among the government's top priorities. He directed all departments to ensure regular monitoring of projects and their completion within the stipulated timelines. Reiterating his commitment to quality, he said that no compromise would be made on the quality of development works and strict action would be taken against agencies responsible for delays.

Timely completion of these projects will create new avenues for investment and employment in the state while ensuring better facilities for citizens.

Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance and Planning Department, Sh. Sudhir Rajpal, Principal Secretary, Civil Aviation Department, Sh. Vijay Singh Dahiya, Commissioner and Secretary, Industries and Commerce Department, Dr. Amit Kumar Agrawal, Director General, AYUSH Department, Sh. Sanjeev Verma, Director General, Civil Aviation Department, Sh. Anshaj Singh, Managing Director, Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC), Sh. Vinay Pratap Singh, Special Secretary, Energy Department, Sh. Vikram, Deputy Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Dr. Yashpal Yadav, and other senior officers were present in the meeting.