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Haryana Budget 2025 Live Updates: Subsidy under 'Mera Pani Meri Virasat Yojana' increased from Rs 7,000 to Rs 8,000 per acre, says CM Nayab Singh Saini

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has begun presenting his first state budget, marking his debut as finance minister. The b...

The Times of India | Mar 17, 2025, 15:51:22 IST

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15:51 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Horticulture policy to be brought in for farmer producer organisations (FPO) registered as cooperative societies, says Haryana CM

15:49 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Under 'Mera Pani Meri Virasat Yojana', subsidy for giving up paddy cultivation to be hiked from Rs 7,000 per acre to Rs 8,000/acre, says CM Nayab Singh Saini

15:48 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: State to launch 'Mission 2026 Olympics Medals' with Rs 20 crore allocation for preparation

15:10 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Model schools, french language & E-libraries for education boost

  • To enhance educational infrastructure, Haryana will establish Model Sanskriti Schools every 10 km to benefit rural students.
  • Additionally, French language will be introduced in state-run schools from Class III, expanding linguistic exposure for young learners.
  • The government also plans to set up E-libraries in all model schools, ensuring better access to digital learning resources.
  • Further strengthening higher education, model colleges will be established in every district of the state.

15:06 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Model Sanskriti schools will be established every 10 km in the state to provide quality education for rural students.

15:05 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: On state debt, Saini stated that attempts have been made to mislead people about government debt. However, he clarified that Haryana’s current debt percentage remains within the prescribed limit, just as it was in 2014-15.

15:04 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: ‘Mission Haryana-2047’ unveiled to achieve $1 trillion economy

Mission Haryana-2047
  • Goal: Raise Haryana’s Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) to $1 trillion.
  • Initial allocation: Rs 5 crore for the mission.

Economic growth over the last decade:
  • Haryana’s GSDP: Rs 4,37,145 crore in 2014-15 → Rs 12,13,951 crore in 2024-25 (estimated).
  • Per Capita Income: Rs 1,47,382 in 2014-15 → Rs 3,53,182 in 2024-25 (estimated).

Growth rate (last 10 years):
  • GSDP grew at an average of 10.8%.
  • Per capita income increased at an average of 9.1%.

15:00 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Govt moves to curb ‘Donkey Route’ migration, boost global job opportunities

Key points:
  • A bill will be introduced in this session to combat illegal migration via 'Donkey Routes'.
  • Haryana Overseas Employment Cell and Haryana Skill & Employment Corporation to facilitate global job opportunities for youth.

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14:59 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: SANKALP (Substance Abuse and Narcotics Knowledge Awareness and Liberation Program Authority) to be established. Rs 10 crore initially allocated for the authority.


14:57 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Govt announces ‘Department of Future,’ AI mission & Rs 2,000 crore startup fund

Key proposals
  • A new "Department of Future" to be established to make Haryana "future-ready."
  • Over the past 10 years, the state has prioritized e-governance.
  • Haryana AI Mission proposed, with the World Bank pledging Rs 474 crore in support.
  • AI hubs to be set up in Gurugram and Panchkula.
  • The government will encourage private investors to create a Rs 2,000 crore "Fund of Funds" to support startups.

14:54 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Saini highlights stakeholder meetings, public inputs & manifesto progress

  • This year, 11 meetings were conducted with various stakeholders, resulting in 1,592 suggestions.
  • To gather public input, an online portal was launched on December 10, 2024, which received 8,963 responses.
  • Out of the 217 promises made in the manifesto, 19 have been fulfilled, while 14 are currently in progress.
  • With the approval of today's budget provisions, the government aims to fulfill nearly 90 more commitments in the upcoming financial year.

14:48 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Saini announced an interest-free loan of up to Rs 1 lakh for women dairy farmers, a new horticulture policy, and a special project for farmers in Morni Hills.

14:47 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: CM Nayab Singh Saini presents Rs 2,05,017.29 crore state budget for 2025-26.

14:39 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: CM Nayab Singh Saini tables state Budget 2025-26 in Assembly

14:35 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: CM Nayab Singh Saini claimed that 29 schemes from such departments had been discontinued.

13:50 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini signs final state budget documents at his Chandigarh residence.

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12:19 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: All eyes on CM Nayab Singh Saini’s first budget presentation

Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini, who also holds the finance portfolio, will present his first state budget in the Assembly today at 2 PM. This marks his debut as the finance minister in the budget session. In February 2024, his predecessor, former CM Manohar Lal Khattar, had presented the last budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year while holding the finance portfolio.

12:19 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Special focus on agriculture in upcoming budget

Haryana Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana has assured that the upcoming state budget for the financial year 2025-26 will prioritize the agriculture sector. Emphasizing the government’s commitment to farmers’ welfare, he highlighted that special provisions will be made to strengthen the sector. He reiterated that the "double-engine government" is dedicated to uplifting the farming community and ensuring sustainable agricultural growth.

12:18 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Increased allocation for cow protection

Haryana Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Vipul Goel, during a budget session discussion, underscored the government's commitment to cow protection. He revealed that since 2014, the budget for cow welfare has surged from ?2 crore to ?425 crore. Additionally, funds for cattle fodder, previously ?1.85 crore, have increased significantly, with ?163 crore allocated this year to cow shelters. The state has also established two cow sanctuaries in Panipat and Hisar, rehabilitating nearly 6,000 stray cattle.

12:18 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Govt strengthens infrastructure for animal welfare

As part of its efforts to enhance cow protection, the Haryana government has constructed two dedicated cow sanctuaries in Panipat's Nain village and Hisar's Dhandhoor village. Built at a cost of Rs 8 crore, these facilities collectively accommodate around 5,000 animals. The Gau Seva Aayog has further allocated Rs 10 crore for developing additional sanctuaries, reinforcing the government's commitment to animal welfare.

12:18 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Governor reaffirms vision for ‘Viksit Haryana-Viksit Bharat’

Addressing the Haryana Vidhan Sabha on the first day of the Budget session, Governor Bandaru Dattatraya reiterated the government’s unwavering commitment to the vision of ‘Viksit Haryana-Viksit Bharat.’ He urged all members of the House to work collectively towards the holistic development of the state, ensuring progress across key sectors.

12:17 (IST), Mar, 17

Haryana Budget 2025 Live: Govt pushes for holistic development

With a focus on strengthening agriculture, cow protection, and infrastructure, the Haryana government is gearing up for a budget that addresses key concerns of the state. As the Budget 2025-26 session progresses, further announcements are expected to outline the government's plans for economic growth, rural development, and welfare initiatives.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has begun presenting his first state budget, marking his debut as finance minister after succeeding former CM Manohar Lal Khattar, who presented the last budget for 2024-25.

The upcoming budget will prioritize the agriculture sector, with a strong focus on farmers' welfare and sustainable agricultural growth, reaffirming the government's commitment to rural development.

The state has significantly increased its budget allocation for cow protection, raising funds from Rs 2 crore in 2014 to Rs 425 crore, with additional financial support for cattle fodder and shelter facilities.

Two dedicated cow sanctuaries have been built in Panipat and Hisar at a cost of Rs 8 crore, accommodating around 5,000 animals, while Rs 10 crore has been allocated for further expansion of such facilities.

Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatraya emphasized the government’s vision for ‘Viksit Haryana-Viksit Bharat’ and urged all legislative members to work collectively towards the state's holistic progress.

The budget session is expected to introduce further initiatives for economic growth, rural development, and welfare programs, aligning with the state's broader development goals.

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