Haryana Provides 46,500 Government Jobs in Two Years, Gives Major Push to Women’s Empowerment and Sports, says Nayab Singh Saini

New Delhi- Haryana Chief Minister  Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday said the state government has provided government jobs to 46,500 youth over the past two years through a transparent, merit-based recruitment process, while taking significant steps to empower women, promote sports and expand skill development opportunities across the state.

Addressing a press conference in Chandigarh to mark the completion of two years of the government’s third consecutive term, the Chief Minister said employment generation, better facilities for sportspersons and economic empowerment of women remain among the government’s foremost priorities. He outlined the initiatives undertaken in government recruitment, skill development, sports promotion and women’s welfare during the period.

Education Minister  Mahipal Dhanda and Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister  Shyam Singh Rana were also present on the occasion.

46,500 Youth Given Government Jobs Without Parchi-Kharchi- CM

The Chief Minister said the government has provided jobs to 46,500 youth through a transparent recruitment system, eliminating the parchi-kharchi culture. He said service security has also been extended to contractual employees, guest faculty in technical education institutions, extension lecturers in colleges and guest professors.

The Chief Minister said the promotion quota to clerical posts for Common Cadre Group-D employees with more than five years of service has been increased from 20 percent to 30 percent.

He said the government successfully conducted the Common Eligibility Test (CET-C) in July 2025, in which 13.48 lakh candidates appeared. In keeping with its Sankalp Patra commitment, the government bore the travel expenses of candidates travelling to and from examination centres. He further said the government is preparing to conduct the CET for Group-D posts again, for which 15.09 lakh candidates have already registered.

11,162 Youth Placed Through Rozgar Mela; Rs. 657.27 Crore Assistance Under Saksham Yuva Yojana

Highlighting employment initiatives, the Chief Minister said 885 Rozgar Melas and placement drives have been organised across the state, facilitating employment for 11,162 youth in the private sector. Under the Saksham Yuva Yojana, financial assistance amounting to Rs. 657.27 crore has been provided to 2.75 lakh youth in the form of unemployment allowance and honorarium.

To equip young people with modern, industry-relevant skills, Centres of Excellence have been established in Gurugram and Faridabad. In addition, three District Skill Centres have been opened in Karnal, Panipat and Panchkula.

20% Horizontal Reservation for Agniveers in Identified Government Posts

The Chief Minister said the government has decided to provide 20 percent horizontal reservation for Agniveers in direct recruitment to identified posts, including Police Constable, Mining Guard, Jail Warder, Forest Guard, IRB and SDRF Constable, Fire Operator-cum-Driver and Wildlife Guard. He further said former Agniveers have been exempted from all examinations for direct recruitment to Group-C posts covered under the state’s Agniveer Policy.

Rs. 147.16 Crore Cash Awards to 1,319 Medal Winners in Two Years- CM

Highlighting the government’s commitment to promoting sports, the Chief Minister said cash awards worth Rs. 147.16 crore have been distributed to 1,319 medal-winning sportspersons over the past two years. In addition, 42 sportspersons have been provided government jobs. He said that over the past 12 years, the state government has awarded cash prizes amounting to Rs. 742 crore to 17,544 sportspersons in recognition of their achievements.

The Chief Minister said the daily diet allowance for sportspersons enrolled in residential sports academies has been increased from Rs. 400 to Rs. 500. To extend sports facilities to the grassroots level and nurture talent in rural areas, the government has opened 2,000 sports nurseries across the state. Besides, 421 indoor gyms have been established in rural areas, while Rs. 321 crore has been spent on developing sports infrastructure.

Haryana Athletes Shine at International and National Sporting Events

Expressing pride in the achievements of Haryana’s sportspersons, the Chief Minister said India secured a total of 85 medals at the recently concluded Asian Games in Japan, comprising 21 gold, 27 silver and 37 bronze medals. Of these, Haryana’s athletes contributed 32 medals, including 14 gold, nine silver and nine bronze, showcasing the state’s sporting strength on the international stage.

He further said Haryana’s sportspersons won 11 medals, including seven gold, two silver and two bronze, at the Commonwealth Games 2026, held in Glasgow from July 23 to August 2, 2026. Earlier, at the Khelo India Youth Games 2025, held in Bihar in May, Haryana’s athletes secured second position with an impressive tally of 117 medals, comprising 39 gold, 27 silver and 51 bronze.

Women’s Empowerment- From Financial Independence to Leadership

The Chief Minister said the state government has undertaken several initiatives to strengthen women’s economic independence, expand livelihood opportunities and enhance their participation in development. Highlighting the Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana, he said eligible women are receiving financial assistance of Rs. 2,100 per month under the scheme. So far, more than 10 lakh women beneficiaries have received a total of Rs. 2,466.63 crore directly into their bank accounts. He said the government has now expanded the scheme’s coverage to include families with an annual income of up to Rs. 1.80 lakh, enabling more women to benefit from the initiative.

2.92 Lakh Women Become Lakhpati Didis; 141 Receive Free Drones and Training

The Chief Minister said 2.92 lakh women have achieved the status of Lakhpati Didi under the Lakhpati Didi Yojana, reflecting the government’s focus on strengthening women’s financial independence and livelihood opportunities. Under the Namo Drone Didi Yojana, 141 women have been provided training and drones free of cost. He said another 100 women would soon be extended the same facility. The scheme provides for free training and drones costing up to Rs. 8 lakh, enabling women to access modern technology and explore new livelihood opportunities.

Interest-Free Loans for Women Livestock Farmers; 349 Women-Run Dairies Established

The Chief Minister said women engaged in animal husbandry are being provided interest-free loans of up to Rs. 1 lakh for purchasing an animal. He said 349 women-run dairies have been established so far, providing opportunities for women to become economically self-reliant. The government has also made provisions to lease up to 500 square yards of Panchayat land to Self-Help Groups (SHGs) for setting up dairy units. In another significant measure, the government has decided to provide 20 percent reservation to women’s Self-Help Groups in the allotment of Vita booths.

33% Reservation for Women in Ration Depot Allotment; Honorarium of Anganwadi Workers Increased

The Chief Minister said the government has provided 33 percent reservation for women in the allotment of ration depots, creating additional avenues for their economic participation. He further said the monthly honorarium of Anganwadi workers has been increased by Rs. 750, while that of Anganwadi helpers has been enhanced by Rs. 400.

825 Creches Opened; Annual Leave Entitlement Enhanced for Women Employees

Highlighting measures aimed at supporting working women, the Chief Minister said 825 creches have been opened across the state to provide childcare facilities for their young children. He said the annual leave entitlement of regular women employees has been increased from 20 to 25 days, while that of contractual women employees has been enhanced from 10 to 22 days.

The Chief Minister said these measures reflect the government’s commitment to creating a supportive environment for working women and strengthening their participation in the workforce.

Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, Commissioner and Secretary Dr. Amit Agrawal, Commissioner and Secretary  Ashok Meena, Commissioner and Secretary . K. Makrand Pandurang, Media Adviser to the Chief Minister Rajiv Jaitly, and other senior officers were present on the occasion.