Chandigarh February 1
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini today described the Union Budget presented in Parliament by the Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as a visionary and historic document that will help realise the vision of a developed India. He said the budget is truly dedicated to public welfare and embodies the spirit of Antyodaya uplifting the poorest of the poor. He added that the inclusive budget will further accelerate growth in industrial development, infrastructure, MSMEs, biopharma, healthcare, rural industries, agriculture, and sports sectors in Haryana.
The Chief Minister said that the budget embodies the spirit of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” He expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi and Sitharaman for the welfare-oriented budget. He added that speed, capacity, and inclusivity are the three core pillars of the budget. Speed refers to accelerating economic growth through higher productivity; capacity focuses on enhancing people’s skills so they can actively participate in the nation’s progress; and inclusivity ensures that every family and region has adequate resources and opportunities for income generation.
Chief Minister said that the budget marks a major step towards a self-reliant and developed India. He noted that the country has strengthened domestic manufacturing and energy security, thereby reducing dependence on imports. He added that India’s economy has remained stable over the past 12 years, and the budget’s three-pronged approach—economic development, fulfilling aspirations, and inclusivity will empower every section of society. The Chief Minister further said that achieving a 7 percent growth rate amid global turmoil is a testament to the able leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Saini said that the historic capital expenditure of Rs 12.2 lakh crore for the financial year 2027 and the development of City Economic Regions will provide fresh momentum to the growth of an industry- and infrastructure-driven state like Haryana. He said that the budget’s allocation of Rs 10,000 crore for the MSME sector will be highly beneficial for Haryana. It will revitalise major industrial hubs such as Faridabad, Gurugram, and Panipat, and generate ample employment opportunities for youth.
The Chief Minister said that the all-inclusive budget fulfils the aspirations of 140 crore citizens, including farmers, youth, women, and the poor. Calling the budget particularly encouraging for Haryana, he said the emphasis on the Khelo India Mission will further motivate athletes, while the development of 15 archaeological sites will bring global recognition to the state’s historical heritage, including Rakhigarhi. He added that investments in artificial intelligence and the Quantum Mission will further strengthen Gurugram’s position as a global technology hub, while the focus on manufacturing and MSMEs will create new employment opportunities for the state’s youth.
