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Haryana Govt following the path show by our great personalities: CM Nayab Saini
Chief Minister unveiled the statue of Maharaja Surajmal in village Phoolkan
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, December 24, 2024 - Haryana Chief Minister, Nayab Singh Saini, has said that the government is consistently working for the welfare of the people by following the path shown by our great personalities.He emphasized that the state has taken several beneficial decisions inspired by the teachings and guidance of these personalities.
The Chief Minister was addressing the gathering at a statue unveiling ceremony organized by the Bharatiya Jat Vikas Manch, along with the villagers of Phoolkan, on the occasion of Maharaja Surajmal's Balidan Diwas in village Phoolkan, district Sirsa, on Tuesday.
Earlier, the Chief Minister unveiled the statue of Maharaja Surajmal installed in the village and also planted a sapling.Thereafter, he paid floral tributes to the statue of Baba Saheb Bhimrao Ambedkar.
The Chief Minister announced to give Rs 21 lakh to the Bharatiya Jat Vikas Manch and Rs 11 lakh to the Baba Saheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Shikshaarth and Charitable Trust.
Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini described the life of Maharaja Surajmal as both inspiring and exemplary for the younger generations.He stated that Maharaja Surajmal’s name is held with immense pride and honor among the rulers who stood strong against the Mughals in North India.
At the young age of 14, Maharaja Surajmal assumed control of the administration of the Bharatpur state and went on to expand it through numerous victorious battles.
The Chief Minister further emphasized that Maharaja Surajmal expanded the Bharatpur state significantly through his foresight, courage, and bravery. His kingdom stretched from the Ganga in the east, to Chambal in the south, Agra in the west, and Delhi in the north.
Rather than relying on warfare, Maharaja Surajmal ensured peace and security for his people through diplomacy. His strategic brilliance was evident when he turned the cannons of Abdali aimed at him through his efficient strategy.
Government taking public welfare decisions
Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini stated that his primary goal is to ensure the welfare and upliftment of farmers, laborers, people belonging to scheduled castes and backward classes, and the overall development of the state.
He emphasized that it is the government's duty to protect the honor and self-respect of every citizen.The government has drawn inspiration from the great personality of Maharaja Surajmal ji, and in his footsteps, has implemented numerous public welfare policies.
The Chief Minister highlighted that Haryana is the only state in the entire country that purchases all 24 crops of farmers at the Minimum Support Price (MSP), with payments for their crops being made within 72 hours.
The Chief Minister stated that payments for crop purchases are directly deposited into the farmers' bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). So far, Rs 1 lakh 25 thousand crore has been credited to the accounts of 12 lakh farmers for their crop purchases.
He also said that due to delayed rains during the Kharif season this year; farmers had to make additional irrigation and other arrangements for sowing their crops.
Acknowledging the struggles of the farmers, the government provided Rs 825 crore at the rate of Rs 2,000 per acre. Furthermore, the government has completely abolished the Abiana that has been in place since the British era and has also waived off previous dues amounting to Rs 133 crore.
The state government took unprecedented decisions in the interest of farmers
Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the state government has taken many unprecedented decisions in the interest of farmers. Earlier, there used to be disputes between landowners and farmers regarding land possession and compensation etc.
Now, by implementing the Agricultural Land Lease Act, we have completely eradicated these disputes. The Chief Minister said that the lease holders who have been occupying Shamlat land for 20 years have been given ownership rights of that land. Also, people living in houses up to 500 square yards built on Panchayat land in villages have been given their ownership rights. These people can get their ownership rights by getting the registry done at the collector rate.
Youths given jobs without Parchi and Kharchi (recommendation and bribes)
Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that the state government has provided jobs to the youth of Haryana based on merit. With the formation of the government, 24,000 youth have joined government jobs, and to date, 1.71 lakh youth have been given government jobs.He further said that in the coming time, two lakh more youth will be given jobs without the need for Parchi and Kharchi (recommendation and bribes).
The Chief Minister highlighted the exploitation of youth by contractors in previous governments and emphasized that his government has addressed this issue.
Not only has the government established a corporation to protect youth from exploitation, but it has also ensured their future security through legislation. As a result, no one will be able to remove these youth from their positions until they reach retirement age.
The government is empowering women
Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, the government is dedicated to empowering women.
A target has been set to make 5 lakh women "Lakhpati Didi" in the state. So far, 1.5 lakh women have achieved this status. Additionally, the government has set a goal of providing free drone pilot training to 5,000 women in the first phase under the 'Drone Didi Yojana'. As part of this initiative, drones worth up to Rs 8 lakh are being provided free of cost. To date, free drones have been given to 100 women.
Take inspiration from the life of Maharaja Surajmal: Education Minister
Haryana Education Minister, Mahipal Dhanda said that Maharaja Surajmal was a great warrior whose glorious history inspires us to move forward while overcoming life's challenges. He urged that we should follow in his footsteps and resolve to pass on his legacy to future generations.
The Minister emphasized that reading the history of our ancestors and great personalities fills us with pride. He also highlighted that the biography of Maharaja Surajmal provides an example of social harmony. He encouraged everyone not only to read about Maharaja Surajmal’s history but also to incorporate his ideals into our behavior and conduct.
He appealed to the people present to provide quality education to their children and inspire them to move forward.
The state government is committed to the prosperity of farmers, with Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini working to empower them through modern agricultural equipment and farmer-friendly policies. On this occasion, the Education Minister announced to give Rs 11 lakh to the Bharatiya Jat Vikas Manch.
Maharaja Surajmal was the best among all warriors: Barala
Rajya Sabha MP Sh Subhash Barala while paying tribute to Maharaja Surajmal said that Maharaja Surajmal was a great warrior who took along all communities and not one caste.
Maharaja Surajmal fought many battles against the Mughals. Mughals trembled at his name. Maharaja Surajmal was the best among all warriors and all classes had a share in his army.
Rajya Sabha MP said that his valour was such that persecution of Hindus and cow slaughter had stopped in that period.He said that the work of Gau Sewa has been going on since the Sanatan era and Maharaja Surajmal has carried this work forward and cherished the dream of Akhand Bharat.
Subhash Barala stated that the country is progressing under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini.He emphasized that the government is actively contributing to making India a developed nation by 2047, fulfilling the dream cherished by our ancestors.
MLA Gokul Setia, former MP Sunita Duggal, Chairman of HARCOFED Ved Phullan, Chairman of Haryana Seed Development Corporation Dev Kumar Sharma, and President of Bharatiya Jat Vikas Manch Rajendra Kadwasra, among others, were present on this occasion.