Haryana is making headlines this October for a sweeping set of initiatives aimed at strengthening its economic, social, and administrative fabric. With the Chief Minister set to embark on a high-profile visit to Japan, robust investments flowing into Gurugram, new healthcare and agricultural reforms, and renewed efforts to boost transparency and governance, the state is positioning itself as a model of progressive development in India.
According to statements from Haryana Industries and Commerce Minister Rao Narbir Singh, Gurugram has rapidly transformed into a global industrial hub, thanks to the significant contribution of Japanese investors. Since the 1980s, when Maruti set up operations in the region, industries such as auto components, electronics, software, and cyber services have flourished. Today, more than 600 Japanese companies operate in Gurugram, making Japan responsible for nearly one-third of its total investments in Haryana. These companies not only drive technological advancement but also serve as major sources of employment, fueling the state's economic engine.
To further cement Haryana’s position on the global investment map, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini is leading a high-level delegation to Japan from October 5 to 11, 2025. The visit will include meetings with Japanese investors and a presentation of Haryana’s business-friendly ecosystem at the Global Investors’ Exhibition. This diplomatic push builds on the momentum established in 2020, when former Chief Minister Manohar Lal’s visit led to the creation of the India–Japan Fast-Track Mechanism, an initiative designed to streamline Japanese investment into Haryana. As Rao Narbir Singh remarked, "The Chief Minister’s visit to Japan will further elevate Haryana’s presence on the global investment map and give new momentum to the state’s industrial and economic growth."
Haryana’s 2025-26 state budget underscores this commitment, with plans for 10 new industrial model townships, five of which have already been approved. Notably, one township will be developed in collaboration with Japanese investors, opening new avenues for employment, technical training, and industrial growth for the state’s youth.
Beyond industry, the Haryana government is also championing traditional medicine and rural healthcare. Health Minister Arti Singh Rao recently highlighted the promotion of Ayurveda and the broader AYUSH system, which includes Yoga, Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy. The state boasts an extensive network: four Ayurvedic hospitals, one Unani hospital, one Homeopathic hospital, six Ayurvedic Primary Health Centres, six Panchkarma centres under the state, and 21 under the National Health Mission, along with hundreds of dispensaries. The upcoming Shri Krishna AYUSH University in Kurukshetra, spanning about 100 acres, is set to become a center of excellence for teaching, training, and research in these traditional systems. Additionally, new AYUSH hospitals and colleges are being established in Hisar, Nuh, and Ambala, with support from the Central Government. "Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy systems have been recognized in India since ancient times across all sections of society," the Health Minister noted, emphasizing their role in treating chronic diseases arising from modern lifestyles.
Agriculture, too, is receiving a much-needed boost. During the 2025-26 Kharif procurement season, the Haryana Government directly transferred Rs 108.74 crore into farmers’ bank accounts as Minimum Support Price (MSP) payments. The procurement, conducted through the Meri Fasal Mera Byora portal, has so far covered 36,980 registered farmers, with 377,172.02 metric tonnes of paddy purchased out of a total arrival of 503,055.41 metric tonnes in the state’s mandis. Kurukshetra district led the way, recording the highest procurement figures. This direct transfer mechanism is designed to ensure timely payments and transparency, a move widely welcomed by the farming community.
Recognizing the importance of trust in rural institutions, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced new measures to strengthen cooperative societies for farmers. He acknowledged that these societies had lost the trust of farmers during the previous Congress administration but pledged to restore confidence through reforms and the online enrollment of new members. The Chief Minister contrasted his administration’s focus on public welfare with what he described as the Congress party’s internal rifts and lack of concern for the common man.
On the administrative front, Haryana is taking concrete steps to enhance transparency and efficiency. On October 1, 2025, the government issued a strict directive requiring all State Public Information Officers (SPIOs) to accept and process Right to Information (RTI) applications transferred by the RTI Cell in the Office of the Chief Secretary. This move comes after repeated instances of SPIOs refusing to accept such applications, which the government views as a violation of the RTI Act, 2005, and detrimental to the transparency framework. The directive warns that further refusals will be reported to the State Information Commission, with individual SPIOs held personally responsible for any penalties or adverse observations.
In another first, the Development and Panchayat Department organized an ‘Administrative Grievance Redressal Camp’ at Haryana Panchayat Bhawan in Chandigarh. Chaired by Development & Panchayat Minister Krishan Lal Panwar, the event brought together department leaders to resolve pending employee-related files. The Minister described the initiative as a way to "enhance transparency, accountability, and efficiency within the Department," and promised similar outreach camps in the future. As a result, several long-pending issues, including Assured Career Progression cases for District Development and Panchayat Officers, were resolved on the spot.
Meanwhile, Haryana has continued to honor its social and cultural legacy. At the 140th birth anniversary of Swami Atmanand Maharaj Ji, Chief Minister Saini announced a grant of Rs 51 lakh to the Swami Atmanand Haryana Scheduled Caste Education Society and reaffirmed the state’s commitment to supporting marginalized communities. The event celebrated Swamiji’s lifelong dedication to social reform, education, and the upliftment of the deprived, with multiple officials echoing the importance of his teachings in contemporary society.
Looking ahead, Haryana is preparing for the visit of Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on October 3, 2025. The Chief Minister personally inspected venues in Rohtak to ensure smooth conduct of the events, which include the inauguration of a new Sabar Dairy Plant and the distribution of tool kits to artisans at the Khadi Artisan Festival. These programs, organized under the Swadeshi to Self-Reliance initiative, reflect the state’s ongoing efforts to promote rural industries and self-sufficiency.
In a final nod to good governance, Haryana’s Chief Electoral Officer A. Sreenivas has directed 11 unrecognized political parties to submit details of their election expenditures, warning of action under Election Commission of India rules for non-compliance. This step aims to uphold transparency and accountability in the state’s democratic processes.
With its blend of industrial ambition, agricultural reform, healthcare innovation, and administrative integrity, Haryana is charting a course that could serve as a blueprint for states across India—balancing tradition and progress, and putting people at the heart of its policies.
