New Momentum for Haryana’s Development, CM Nayab Singh Saini Approves 9 Major Proposals, Resulting in Savings of ₹11.96 Crore
500 New Buses and 24 Trucks to Be Added to Haryana Roadways Fleet, Strengthening Public Transport System
Two Flyovers and One Underpass in Gurugram to Ease Traffic Congestion and Provide Relief to Lakhs of Commuters
Chief Minister Directs Officials to Ensure Quality and Timely Completion of Projects
Chandigarh, November 3
In a significant step towards strengthening roads, transportation and infrastructure in Haryana, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini has taken important decisions as a total of nine proposals were approved during a meeting of the High Powered Purchase Committee (HPPC) and the High Powered Works Purchase Committee (HPWPC), chaired by the Chief Minister in Chandigarh on Monday.
These decisions will strengthen the public transport system, ease traffic movement in urban areas, and expand healthcare and educational infrastructure across the state. Following detailed negotiations with bidders, the government also achieved savings of approximately ₹11.96 crore.
The Chief Minister approved the purchase of 500 fully built non-AC buses powered by diesel engines for Haryana Roadways. These buses will comply with the latest BS-VI emission standards.
In addition, approval was granted for the purchase of 24 fully built diesel-engine trucks and Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) for Roadways depots and sub-depots, based on their requirements for the coming year.
The addition of 500 new buses will enhance the operational capacity of Haryana Roadways, improve connectivity for passengers and help strengthen bus services on various routes.
Two Flyovers and One Underpass in Gurugram to Improve Traffic Flow and Provide Relief from Congestion
To ease the growing traffic pressure in Gurugram and improve connectivity across the city, approval was granted to three important projects of the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA).
These include the construction of a flyover at the intersection of Sectors 45-46 and 51-52, another flyover at the intersection of Sectors 85-86 and 89-90, and an underpass at the intersection of Sectors 27-29 and 43-44 to ease traffic congestion around the Millennium City Centre Metro Station.
Upon completion, these projects will reduce traffic pressure at major busy intersections in Gurugram. Commuters will get relief from frequent traffic jams, and movement between different sectors of the city will become smoother and more convenient.
At the meeting, approval was also granted for the purchase of furniture for the Sant Shiromani Sri Dhanna Bhagat Ji Government Medical College, which is under construction in village Haibatpur, Jind district. This will help develop essential facilities and ensure the smooth functioning of the institution.
Furthermore, approval was granted for the remaining construction work of 1,300-square-foot Type-II (G+6) residential quarters for teachers at the University of Health Sciences, Rohtak.
New Railway Overbridge in Panipat to Improve Commuting and Regional Connectivity
Approval was also granted for the construction of a new railway overbridge parallel to the existing railway overbridge on the route connecting GT Road via Dahar to NH-709 in Panipat district.
The project will improve transportation facilities in the region and help reduce traffic congestion caused by the railway line. Local residents, as well as commuters travelling along this route, will benefit from improved connectivity.
Government Saves ₹11.96 Crore Through Negotiations
A total of seven agenda items, with an estimated cost of ₹351.46 crore, were presented before the High Powered Purchase Committee (HPPC). Of these, it was decided to re-tender four cases, while three agenda items were finalised.
The original estimated cost of these three agenda items was ₹208.91 crore. Following negotiations with bidders, these were finalised at ₹201.51 crore, resulting in savings of approximately ₹7.40 crore.
Similarly, seven agenda items with an estimated cost of ₹250.36 crore were presented before the High Powered Works Purchase Committee (HPWPC). Of these, it was decided to re-tender one case, while the works under the remaining six agenda items were finalised.
The estimated cost of these six agenda items was ₹227.74 crore. Following negotiations with bidders, the works were finalised at ₹223.18 crore, resulting in savings of approximately ₹4.56 crore.
No Compromise on Quality of Development Works; All Projects Must Be Completed Within the Prescribed Timeline: Chief Minister
Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini directed officials to ensure that all approved development works are completed within the stipulated timelines while maintaining the highest standards of quality.
He emphasised that there must be no compromise whatsoever on quality standards in construction works and that regular monitoring of all projects must be ensured.
The Chief Minister further directed officials to avoid unnecessary delays and expedite the completion of projects so that the public can benefit from them at the earliest.
The meeting was attended by Haryana Urban Local Bodies Minister Sh. Vipul Goel, Public Works (Buildings and Roads) Minister Sh. Ranbir Gangwa, Additional Chief Secretary, Finance Department, Sh. Sudhir Rajpal, Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works Department, Sh. A.K. Singh, Commissioner and Secretary, Power Corporations, Smt. Ashima Brar, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA), Sh. P.C. Meena, Commissioner and Secretary, Transport Department, Sh. Atul Kumar, Director General, Supplies and Disposals Department, Sh. Rajiv Rattan, Deputy Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister, Sh. Ajay Kumar, along with other senior officers of the concerned departments.