Haryana CM Nayab Saini announces Rs 25-cr projects for Kalka

Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini while addressing the “Dhanyawad Rally” on Wednesday announced projects worth Rs 25 crore for the Kalka assembly constituency.

Addressing the rally, Saini said the state government, aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vika” and the mantra of “Haryana Ek, Haryanvi Ek” was committed to the state’s development and the welfare of its residents.

“An administrative and judicial complex will be built in Pinjore, and Swagat Dwar to be built at two entry points to Kalka from Himachal Pradesh,” the CM announced, adding that the veterinary facilities in Ganeshpur Bhoria and Badi Sher would also get an upgrade.

“The government has continuously worked to enhance tourism, education, connectivity, and healthcare in Kalka. In the past 10 years, development works worth Rs 712 crore have been completed in the region. Moving forward, the government aims to triple the pace of development in its third term,” he added.

According to Saini, the state government’s policies focus on the four pillars of a developed India: farmers, youth, women, and the underprivileged. Calling youth empowerment and employment a primary focus, he said, “So far, 1.71 lakh youths have been given government jobs, and ensure job security for 1.2 lakh employees.”

The CM also said that the state was set to launch the “Lado Laxmi Yojana”, providing women with monthly financial assistance of Rs 2,100. Besides, each village will have a “Women Chaupal” and the percentage of women in the police force will be increased from 15 per cent to 25 per cent.

He also spoke about the tourism potential of Kalka, nestled in the Shivalik hills, saying, “The government is committed to transforming the region into a tourism hub, aiming to more than double tourist inflow. Efforts are underway to develop the Kalka to Kalesar belt as a tourist corridor.”— TNS