normalnormalnormalHaryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini held a roundtable meeting with representatives of Swedish companies and invited them to invest in Haryana. Cabinet Minister Vipul Goel was also present at the meeting.The Chief Minister said that joint efforts under the Make in India and Made with Sweden initiatives would be further strengthened. He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Sweden in May 2026 had given a new dimension to the strategic partnership between the two countries. The joint five-year action plan has provided a clear roadmap for cooperation, with both countries setting a target of doubling economic exchanges, including trade and investment, over the next five years. India is Sweden’s third-largest trading partner in Asia.Highlighting Haryana’s investment potential, Nayab Singh Saini said that its skilled workforce, strong industrial base and excellent connectivity to major markets across the country make it a preferred investment destination. Haryana also serves as an important gateway to the major markets of northern India. He said that the state government had further strengthened the Invest Haryana Single Window System, making the investment process simpler and faster.Citing existing Swedish investments in Haryana as examples of investor confidence, the Chief Minister said that Swedish company IKEA’s Rs 3,500-crore integrated project in Gurugram reflected its confidence in the state. Swedish company Saab is establishing a Carl-Gustaf manufacturing facility at MET City in Jhajjar. The manufacturing unit of Swedish-Swiss group ABB in Faridabad, which began operations in 1951, is a major production centre for modern electric motors. He also noted that Swedish educational institution Kunskapsskolan opened its first school in India in Gurugram in 2013.The Chief Minister said that Haryana was fully prepared to engage in discussions with any Swedish company considering entering the Indian market. He invited Swedish companies to participate in the Haryana Global Investor Summit 2027 and further strengthen their cooperation with the state.*Pollution Control Measures to Be Closely Monitored Across NCR, Including Gurugram: Rao Narbir Singh* *Forest, Environment and Wildlife Minister Reviews Pollution Control Measures at Meeting with HSPCB Officials in Gurugram* *Directs Regular Monitoring of Construction Sites, RMC Plants, Road Cleaning, STPs and Bulk Waste Generators* *Pollution Control Board Officials to Submit Weekly Reports; Minister Directs Increase in Staff Strength Across NCR Districts*Haryana Forest, Environment and Wildlife Minister Rao Narbir Singh reviewed the measures being taken to control pollution across the National Capital Region (NCR), including Gurugram. Chairing a meeting with officers of the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) from Gurugram, Rewari, Nuh and Mahendragarh districts at the local PWD Rest House on Thursday afternoon, the Minister assessed the progress of ongoing pollution control measures and issued necessary directions for further improvements.Rao Narbir Singh said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had recently directed improvements in civic amenities in Gurugram during a meeting with all MLAs of the state. He said that, as a public representative, he was accountable to the residents of the city. Effective steps were therefore necessary to control pollution and improve civic amenities not only in Gurugram but across the NCR. He emphasised that effective pollution control measures should be visible on the ground even before the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) comes into force. *Regular Review of Pollution Control Measures*The Minister directed officers to ensure regular and effective monitoring of all measures being undertaken to control pollution. He said that HSPCB officials would submit weekly reports on pollution control measures and the progress made, enabling regular reviews and corrective action wherever required. Based on these reports, municipal corporations and the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) would also be directed to take effective measures.He further directed that the number of Pollution Control Board officers and staff in NCR districts be increased to strengthen the identification of pollution sources, regular inspections and efforts to ensure compliance with prescribed norms. *Special Focus on Construction Sites and RMC Plants* Rao Narbir Singh directed officials to pay particular attention to construction sites, Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) plants and road cleaning arrangements to prevent air pollution. He said that the departments and officials concerned must work in coordination and ensure compliance with prescribed standards.The Minister also directed officials to collect samples from different locations under various pollution levels and corresponding categories, regularly monitor Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs), and collect and test as many samples as possible from bulk waste generators.He stressed that merely taking action as a formality would not be sufficient to control pollution. Regular monitoring, time-bound reviews and effective implementation of all measures must be ensured. The Minister also sought suggestions from officials attending the meeting on improvements required in the existing pollution control arrangements.Regional Officers (ROs), AAEs, Scientists (B) and other officers from the districts concerned were present at the meeting.*Haryana Government Strengthening Road Network in Rural Areas- Ranbir Gangwa* *New Road from Picholia Head to Jani Village in Karnal to Be Constructed at a Cost of Rs 10.38 Crore; Residents of Picholia, Jani and Budhanpur to Benefit*Haryana Public Works Minister Ranbir Gangwa said that the state government is continuously working to strengthen the road network in rural areas and provide better connectivity to villages. As part of these efforts, a new road will be constructed along the left bank of the Western Yamuna Canal from Picholia Head to Jani village in Karnal district at a cost of Rs 10,38,52,000. The road will improve connectivity between nearby villages and make travel more convenient for residents.Ranbir Gangwa said that the proposed road will be 1.20 km long and 5.50 metres wide. Its construction will benefit residents of Picholia, Jani and Budhanpur villages. The road is being constructed under an announcement made by the Chief Minister, and the No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Irrigation Department has already been obtained.The Minister said that better road infrastructure in rural areas is closely linked to the daily needs of residents. Expansion of the road network makes travel between villages easier and enables people to commute more conveniently for essential work. He said that the state government is making sustained efforts to strengthen basic infrastructure in villages and improve connectivity across rural areas.*Haryana’s Paddy Procurement Crosses 15.52 Lakh Tonnes; Rs 1,221 Crore Disbursed to Farmers* *Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi reviews Kharif procurement operations, emphasises seamless mandi management, timely payments and farmers’ convenience* *Over 1.18 lakh farmers benefit; nearly 50 per cent of procured paddy lifted*Haryana’s Kharif procurement operations have made significant progress, with government agencies purchasing 15.52 Lakh Metric Tonnes (LMT) of paddy and disbursing Rs 1,221 crore to farmers, reflecting the state’s continued emphasis on assured procurement, transparent transactions and farmer welfare.Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi reviewed the ongoing procurement operations today, assessing the progress of paddy arrivals, purchases, lifting, farmer payments and technology-driven initiatives aimed at making the procurement system more efficient, transparent and farmer-friendly.The review highlighted the importance of seamless coordination among district administrations, procurement agencies, mandi authorities, transporters and rice millers to ensure smooth procurement operations throughout the harvesting season.Principal Secretary, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Amneet P Kumar informed that 21.27 LMT of paddy had arrived in Haryana’s mandis up to October 15, of which 15.52 LMT had been purchased and 7.69 LMT lifted.Against the 58 LMT procurement target fixed by the Government of India for the Kharif Marketing Season 2026-27, the state has already achieved approximately 27 per cent of its target.The Chief Secretary’s review placed particular emphasis on ensuring that farmers receive efficient services at procurement centres and that the movement of purchased paddy remains smooth as arrivals continue. The meeting focused on improving coordination between procurement agencies and transporters, maintaining adequate lifting arrangements, facilitating transparent weighing and moisture testing, and ensuring efficient processing of procurement-related documentation.Timely payments, smooth gate-pass processing and effective digital verification were among the important aspects of the procurement system examined during the review.Interacting with Deputy Commissioners, the Chief Secretary directed them to remove bottlenecks and strengthen coordination so that procurement and lifting operations can be further accelerated.The district-wise review highlighted encouraging procurement indicators in several districts. Kurukshetra recorded an arrival-to-auction ratio of 88.2 per cent, followed by Yamunanagar at 81.8 per cent and Ambala at 80.7 per cent. The state average stood at 74.7 per cent.In auction-to-purchase conversion, Panchkula registered 93.7 per cent, followed by Kurukshetra at 92.4 per cent and Kaithal at 90.9 per cent. Ambala recorded 89.3 per cent, Yamunanagar 85.4 per cent and Karnal 78.5 per cent, against the state average of 86 per cent.In the auction-to-lifting category, Panchkula recorded 57.1 per cent, Kurukshetra 55 per cent and Kaithal 52.2 per cent, followed by Ambala at 49.4 per cent.The state average for auction-to-lifting stood at 48.2 per cent. The minimum support price for common-grade paddy has been fixed at Rs 2,441 per quintal, while Grade-A paddy carries an MSP of Rs 2,461 per quintal.Haryana is also making progress in integrating digital technology into procurement and rice-milling operations. The meeting was informed that 1,433 rice mills have registered through the newly introduced online Rice-Mill Registration Portal, while geo-fencing-based physical verification of 1,215 mills has been completed. The government is also monitoring electricity consumption and bills of rice mills, strengthening oversight of milling operations.Another important initiative is Aadhaar-based biometric verification, which has covered 1,52,136 farmers up to October 15.Paddy procurement commenced on September 29 and will continue until November 15 through 249 designated mandis across Haryana.With procurement operations progressing across the state, Haryana continues to strengthen its procurement infrastructure and administrative coordination to deliver a more efficient, transparent and responsive system for the farming community.Additional Chief Secretary, Finance, Sudhir Rajpal, Additional Chief Secretary, PW (B&R). AK Singh, Additional Chief Secretary, Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare, Vijayendra Kumar, Commissioner & Secretary, Information, Public Relations, Languages and Culture, K Makarand Pandurang, Managing Director, HAFED, Chander Shekhar Khare, Director General, Food , Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Anshaj Singh, and other senior officers attended the meeting.*Haryana Clears ₹738-Crore Digital Transformation Push to Fortify Cybersecurity, Revolutionise Public Services* *Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi approves two major projects to build a secure, resilient and future-ready digital infrastructure* *World Bank-supported initiatives to strengthen data security, accelerate service delivery and protect critical government infrastructure*In a landmark initiative aimed at transforming Haryana into a digitally secure and technologically advanced state, Chief Secretary Sh. Anurag Rastogi on Thursday approved two major infrastructure projects worth an estimated ₹738 crore, paving the way for a comprehensive overhaul of the state’s cybersecurity architecture and digital governance infrastructure.The ambitious projects — the ₹269-crore Haryana Digital Kavach–Security Operations Centre (H-SOC) and the ₹469-crore Haryana State Data Centre 2.0 (HSDC 2.0) — are designed to strengthen protection of government data, enhance the reliability of online public services and establish a robust technological foundation for the state’s rapidly expanding digital ecosystem.The proposals were considered at the 51st meeting of the State-Level IT Steering Committee (IT PRISM), marking a significant step towards integrating advanced cybersecurity, modern computing infrastructure and efficient public service delivery into a unified digital governance framework.Commissioner & Secretary, CRID, J Ganesan informed that at the heart of the initiative is Haryana Digital Kavach, a comprehensive cybersecurity programme designed to protect government networks, applications, databases and critical digital infrastructure against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.The proposed Security Operations Centre will function as a centralised cybersecurity command and monitoring facility, providing round-the-clock threat surveillance, early detection, investigation and coordinated incident response.Built around the principle of “One State–One SOC,” the facility will bring together cybersecurity monitoring capabilities currently distributed across different government departments, enabling faster identification of threats and a coordinated response to potential security breaches.The centre will deploy advanced technologies, including Security Information and Event Management, automated incident response systems, endpoint detection and response solutions and integrated threat intelligence platforms. These capabilities will enable the government to identify suspicious activities, analyse emerging threats, respond to cybersecurity incidents and strengthen safeguards for sensitive government information.The ₹269-crore project envisages nine months of implementation followed by five years of operations. It includes proposed World Bank funding of ₹25 crore under the Haryana AI Development Project, with the remaining ₹244 crore to be provided by the state government.In a parallel initiative, the government will undertake a major technological overhaul of the Haryana State Data Centre, replacing ageing infrastructure with a modern, scalable and secure computing environment.The existing State Data Centre, operational since August 2012 at the New Secretariat in Chandigarh, supports approximately 74 government departments, boards and corporations. The proposed modernisation will address limitations arising from outdated equipment, ageing networking systems, restricted computing capacity and the absence of a dedicated disaster recovery facility.Under the ₹469-crore HSDC 2.0 project, Haryana will establish a next-generation digital infrastructure platform equipped with high-performance computing, advanced data storage, GPU-ready systems, modern networking architecture and strengthened cybersecurity controls.The new facility will initially operate with a power allocation of 72 kVA, with provision to expand to 300 kVA as the state’s computing and storage requirements increase.A distinctive feature of both projects is their adoption of a fully managed Operational Expenditure (OPEX) model, replacing conventional upfront procurement of IT hardware and software with subscription-based services.Under this arrangement, specialised managed service providers will be responsible for designing, installing, operating, maintaining, and upgrading the technological infrastructure.The two projects are expected to deliver substantial long-term benefits by strengthening cybersecurity, reducing the risk of disruptions to online services and improving the resilience of government information systems.The meeting also deliberated upon the development and implementation of SARAL 2.0, a next-generation citizen service delivery platform aimed at further enhancing the efficiency, transparency and accessibility of government services in Haryana.Managing Director, HARTRON, Dr. Yash Garg, Additional Secretary, Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, Samwartak Singh Khangwal, Head SeMT, Nitin Bansal, World Bank Group Digital Expert, Utkarsh Vijay and other senior officers were also present in the meeting.*Special Drive to Enrol New and Previously Unregistered Eligible Voters in Haryana’s Electoral Rolls* *Election Department Committed to Ensuring That No Eligible Voter Is Left Out of Electoral Rolls* *Chief Electoral Officer, Haryana, and Election Commission of India Aim to Ensure That No Eligible Voter Is Left Unregistered* *Special Drive to Be Conducted Across All Assembly Constituencies in Haryana to Enrol Eligible Voters* *22 District Election Officers, 90 Electoral Registration Officers, 1,778 Assistant Electoral Registration Officers, 2,244 BLO Supervisors and 20,864 Booth Level Officers Working Towards This Goal*The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Haryana, and the Election Commission of India are committed to ensuring that every eligible citizen in the state is enrolled in the electoral rolls. To achieve this objective, a special drive will be conducted across all Assembly constituencies in Haryana to enrol new voters and eligible citizens whose names have not yet been included in the electoral rolls.The primary objective of the drive is to ensure that no eligible citizen is left out of the electoral rolls. The Election Department is actively working towards this goal and will raise awareness among eligible voters while providing them with the necessary assistance to facilitate their enrolment.To ensure effective implementation of the drive across the state, 22 District Election Officers, 90 Electoral Registration Officers (EROs), 1,778 Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs), 2,244 BLO Supervisors and 20,864 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) are working towards achieving this objective.The Election Department will also continue its awareness and public outreach campaigns to encourage eligible citizens to enrol in the electoral rolls. All concerned officers have been tasked with making coordinated efforts to ensure that no eligible voter is deprived of the opportunity to exercise their voting rights.*Helpline 1950 for Electoral Roll-Related Complaints and Assistance*Citizens with complaints related to the electoral rolls or those requiring assistance in filling out Form 6 for new voter registration can contact helpline number 1950. Assistance will also be available during office hours at helpdesks established in the offices of the respective District Election Officers or Electoral Registration Officers of the Assembly constituencies.*Prescribed Forms for Voter Registration and Corrections in Electoral Rolls**Form 6:* Eligible citizens whose names are not included in the electoral rolls can apply for enrolment using this form.*Form 7:* For raising objections to the inclusion of a name in the electoral rolls or seeking deletion of an existing entry.*Form 8:* For shifting residence, correcting entries in the electoral rolls, obtaining a replacement Electors Photo Identity Card (EPIC), or requesting marking as a Person with Disability (PwD).*Special Camps to Facilitate Voters*The Election Department will organise special camps at all polling stations across the state. Booth Level Officers (BLOs) will be present at these camps to provide voters with the necessary assistance.The Office of the Chief Electoral Officer, Haryana, has appealed to all eligible citizens to check their names in the electoral rolls. Those whose names are missing or who require corrections in their existing entries have been advised to submit applications using the prescribed forms.*PM Envisions Farmers Receiving Their Crop Insurance Policies Directly and Transparently- Shyam Singh Rana**Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Distributes Insurance Policies to Farmers*Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi envisions a system in which farmers receive their crop insurance policies directly and transparently. The ‘Meri Policy Mere Haath’ campaign has been launched with this objective. The Central and State Governments have launched a month-long special drive across India from October 15 to November 15, under which every eligible farmer will receive a copy of their crop insurance policy. The initiative aims to ensure that farmers are aware of their crop insurance coverage, premium amount and the procedure for obtaining claims.The Cabinet Minister was addressing a state-level function organised by the Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Department under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) as part of the ‘Meri Policy Mere Haath’ campaign at Shahabad in Kurukshetra district on Thursday. He attended the programme as the chief guest and distributed crop insurance policies to farmers.Addressing the gathering after distributing the policies, Shaym Singh Rana said that the Central and State Governments are implementing various welfare schemes to provide security to farmers. He also explained the ‘Meri Fasal Mera Byora’ portal in detail and urged every farmer to register on it to ensure that benefits under government schemes are transferred directly to their bank accounts.He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set a goal of making India a developed nation by 2047. India can achieve this vision only when its farmers, labourers, traders and every section of society progress. He emphasised that the development of every section of society is essential to achieving the goal of a developed India by 2047.During the programme,Rana also administered a pledge to the farmers, ‘Na Parali Jalayenge, Na Jalane Denge’ (Neither will we burn crop residue, nor allow others to do so). He said that stubble burning is harmful to the environment, soil and human health. The government is providing subsidised machinery for crop residue management, and farmers should make proper use of these facilities instead of burning stubble.The Cabinet Minister expressed satisfaction that not a single incident of stubble burning had been reported in Kurukshetra district so far, describing it as a reflection of growing awareness among farmers.*Haryana Commission for Protection of Child Rights Issues Statutory Advisory to Prevent Misuse of CCTV Systems in Child Care Institutions*The Haryana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has issued an important statutory advisory to safeguard the privacy, dignity and security of children residing in Child Care Institutions (CCIs) across the state. The advisory has been issued by Commission Chairperson Tripti Sheoran under Section 13(1)(a) of the Commissions for Protection of Child Rights (CPCR) Act, 2005.During its visits to various institutions, the Commission observed that CCTV systems in several institutions had been connected to personal mobile phones and laptops. This created a significant security risk, as live footage could potentially be accessed remotely, downloaded or circulated without authorisation.According to the guidelines issued, control over CCTV systems, footage and passwords must remain exclusively with the institution’s in-charge. The use of shared passwords has been strictly prohibited. Connecting cameras to any personal mobile phone or laptop is also prohibited, and remote access must remain disabled by default. Furthermore, photographing CCTV monitors, recording their screens, or downloading, copying or circulating footage through WhatsApp, social media or any other medium has been prohibited.The Chairperson stated that, keeping children’s privacy in mind, installing cameras inside toilets, bathrooms and changing areas is strictly prohibited under the Juvenile Justice Model Rules, 2016. To ensure transparency and security, institutions must maintain a register of authorised users and footage retrieval, recording the date, purpose and recipient of each instance of access or retrieval.The Commission has directed the Department of Women and Child Development, all Deputy Commissioners and District Child Protection Officers to submit compliance reports within 15 days. Strict administrative action will be taken against institutions found violating the prescribed rules.The Commission emphasised that the sole purpose of CCTV surveillance should be to ensure institutional security and child protection, and not to violate children’s privacy. The advisory is being implemented strictly to uphold the best interests of children and protect their dignity.*Haryana Government to Honour Women for Outstanding Contributions: Shruti Choudhry* *Online applications invited for State-Level Women Awards by November 5*Haryana Women and Child Development Minister Shruti Choudhry said the State Government is committed to the welfare and empowerment of women. Several schemes are being implemented by the government in this regard. As part of these efforts, the State-Level Women Awards for 2026–27 will be conferred to encourage and recognise women who have made outstanding contributions in various fields. Online applications have been invited from eligible women for these awards by November 5, 2026.Shruti Choudhry said that many women have achieved remarkable success in social service, women’s empowerment, administration, entrepreneurship, sports, Panchayati Raj and other fields. The State Government aims to recognise their contributions, encourage their achievements and inspire other women to move forward.She informed that a cash award of ₹5 lakh will be given under the Sushma Swaraj Award, ₹1.5 lakh under the Indira Gandhi Mahila Shakti Award, and ₹1 lakh each under the Kalpana Chawla Shaurya Award and the Behan Shanno Devi Panchayati Raj Award. In addition, ₹51,000 will be awarded under the Lifetime Achievers Award, while women who have achieved excellence in their respective fields will receive ₹21,000 under the Outstanding Achievement category. All selected women will be honoured with cash awards and certificates of appreciation.The Women and Child Development Minister stated that the Sushma Swaraj Award will be presented to women who have made significant contributions in various fields at the national and international levels. The Indira Gandhi Mahila Shakti Award is intended for women who have done outstanding work in the fields of women’s welfare, protection and rehabilitation. The Kalpana Chawla Shaurya Award will be conferred on women who inspire others through acts of courage and exemplary service.Similarly, the Behan Shanno Devi Panchayati Raj Award will be presented to women representatives of Panchayati Raj Institutions and Urban Local Bodies who have made remarkable contributions to women’s empowerment. The Lifetime Achievers Award will be given to women aged 60 years or above who have made outstanding contributions in their respective fields over an extended period.Under the Outstanding Achievement Award category, women who have performed commendably in various fields will be honoured. These include Auxiliary Nurse Midwives (ANMs), nurses, multipurpose health workers, sportspersons, government employees, members of literate women’s groups, social workers, Anganwadi workers and women entrepreneurs, among others.Smt. Shruti Choudhry appealed to all eligible women to submit their applications within the prescribed deadline and avail themselves of this opportunity. The eligibility criteria, detailed guidelines and application procedure for the awards are available on the department’s website at https://onlinemis.wcdhry.gov.in/gaurav. Applications will be accepted through online mode only.*Chief Minister Holds Key Meeting with Swedish Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade Benjamin Dousa* *Our aim is to build on the engagements undertaken by Union Minister Piyush Goyal under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi- Chief Minister* *India and Sweden aim to double bilateral trade and investment over the next five years, says Nayab Singh Saini*Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday held an important meeting with Sweden’s Minister for International Development Cooperation and Foreign Trade, Benjamin Dousa. The two leaders discussed ways to further strengthen India-Sweden bilateral relations and explore new avenues of cooperation with Haryana. Haryana Urban Local Bodies Minister Vipul Goel was also present on the occasion.The Chief Minister said that Haryana aims to build on the engagements with Sweden undertaken by Union Minister Piyush Goyal under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said that India and Sweden had elevated their relations to a strategic partnership in May 2025, with both countries setting a target of doubling bilateral trade and investment over the next five years.Nayab Singh Saini said that a large number of Swedish companies are already operating in India. He emphasised the need to expand cooperation in education, skill development and energy. Highlighting Haryana’s 18 dry ports, the Chief Minister said that opportunities for collaboration with Sweden in this sector would also be explored.Swedish Minister Benjamin Dousa extended a warm welcome to the Chief Minister and expressed agreement on pursuing future initiatives in collaboration with Haryana.The Chief Minister also invited Dousa to the ‘Happening Haryana’ event. *CM Nayab Singh Saini Attends India-Sweden Innovation Day 2026 in Sweden as Chief Guest* *Being present at Indo-Sweden Innovation Day is a matter of honour: Chief Minister* *Today’s event is an opportunity to advance the shared commitment to innovation for the India-Sweden 2035 vision of a competitive future* *Grateful for making Haryana a State Partner in this year’s programme: CM*Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini attended the India-Sweden Innovation Day 2026, held in Sweden, as the Chief Guest. At this important event, the Chief Minister emphasised strengthening innovation, trade and industrial cooperation between India and Sweden.Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that being present among everyone at Indo-Sweden Innovation Day was a matter of honour and pleasure for him. He said that the event was an important opportunity to advance the shared commitment to innovation for a competitive future under the India-Sweden 2035 vision. He also expressed his gratitude for making Haryana a State Partner in this year’s programme.The Chief Minister stated that in May 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi elevated India’s relations with Sweden to the level of a strategic partnership. This step is set to take cooperation between the two countries to new heights. Referring to trade figures, he said that India-Sweden trade had increased from USD 2.86 billion in 2016 to USD 7.75 billion in 2025, reflecting the growing strength of bilateral relations.Highlighting investments by Swedish companies in Haryana, the Chief Minister said that IKEA’s integrated project worth ₹3,500 crore in Gurugram was a clear example of the company’s confidence in Haryana. Similarly, a Swedish company is establishing its Carl-Gustaf manufacturing facility at MET City in Jhajjar. The manufacturing unit of Swedish-Swiss group ABB in Faridabad, operational since 1951, has become a major production centre for modern electric motors. In addition, the first Indian school of the Swedish educational institution Kunskapsskolan was opened in Gurugram in 2013.Saini said that all these projects reflected the shared efforts of ‘Make in India’ and ‘Made with Sweden’. He invited all the dignitaries present at the event to the ‘Happening Haryana Global Investors Summit 2027’, to be held in Haryana. He also extended a cordial invitation to them to visit the sacred land of Kurukshetra in Haryana for the International Gita Mahotsav.Swedish Minister Benjamin Dousa, Haryana Cabinet Minister Vipul Goel and Indian Ambassador Anurag Bhushan were also present on the occasion.The Chief Minister’s address is expected to provide fresh impetus to cooperation between India and Sweden in the fields of innovation, education, manufacturing and investment. The Haryana Government remains committed to providing a favourable environment for investors and strengthening global partnerships.*Scrap Old Diesel and Petrol Vehicles to Help Reduce Pollution* *Strict Action to Be Taken for Non-Compliance*The Haryana Government has launched a special initiative to make the National Capital Region (NCR) cleaner, safer and pollution-free.According to a government spokesperson, it is time for owners of diesel vehicles that are over 10 years old and petrol vehicles that are over 15 years old to get their vehicles scrapped. Older vehicles not only contribute significantly to air pollution but are also more expensive to maintain and may pose safety risks.The government has appealed to vehicle owners to contribute to a cleaner NCR and a greener future by taking their diesel vehicles over 10 years old and petrol vehicles over 15 years old to the nearest Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facility (RVSF) for scrapping and switching to cleaner, newer vehicles.Registered Vehicle Scrapping Facilities provide arrangements for the safe and systematic scrapping of old vehicles. This process can help reduce pollution, improve road safety and facilitate the recycling of reusable vehicle materials.The spokesperson further stated that vehicle owners who fail to get their old vehicles scrapped at RVSF centres at the earliest may face strict legal action in accordance with the applicable rules.To realise the vision of a cleaner NCR and a greener future, the government has urged citizens to responsibly scrap their old vehicles and actively cooperate with this initiative.normalnormalThe post CM invites Investors to attend Happening Haryana Next Year appeared first on Chandigarh City News.