CM dedicates development projects worth over Rs 55 Crore to the people of Panchkula
Bridge over Ghaggar River, built at a cost of Rs 50 Crore, dedicated to public service
The bridge to provide direct connectivity to National Highways 5 , 7 and 152, easing commuter movement
Projects to play a key role in making Panchkula smart, cleaner, healthier and more livable city
New Delhi : While taking significant steps towards realizing the vision of transforming Panchkula into a smart city, Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of various development works worth over Rs 55.38 crore. These included inauguration of a newly constructed bridge over Ghaggar River, built at a cost of Rs. 50 crore. Additionally, he also laid the foundation stone for two dispensary buildings in Sector 28 and 31 with estimated cost of Rs. 4.64 crore and Gram Sachivalaya in village Kanauli, Barwala at a cost of Rs. 74.38 lakh. Furthermore, Sh Nayab Singh Saini announced to give Rs. 5 crore for development works in various villages under Panchkula Assembly constituency.
Sh Nayab Singh Saini stated that the projects inaugurated and foundation stones laid today will serve as a milestone in transforming Panchkula into not just a smart city, but also a cleaner, healthier, and more livable city. He emphasized that the goal is to develop Panchkula into a smart city equipped with all essential amenities for its citizens. Highlighting the broader vision, Sh Saini said that a developed Haryana holds a vital place in the realization of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi’s dream of a developed India. “If Haryana is to progress, the development of Panchkula is essential,” he said, adding that Haryana will play a crucial role in achieving the Prime Minister’s vision of making India a fully developed nation by 2047.
Panchkula’s development gains new momentum and direction
Extending his congratulations and best wishes to the people of Panchkula, the Chief Minister said that today marks a moment of great joy for the region. He said that the development initiatives launched today have given a fresh momentum and new direction to Panchkula’s growth. Expressing his optimism, he added, “I am confident that these projects will play a significant role in the development of Panchkula, a city that continues to thrive under the divine blessings of Mata Mansa Devi and Nada Sahib.
The bridge is expected to reduce travel distances by approximately 5 to 7 kilometers
He said that the bridge over the Ghaggar River has been constructed by the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) at a cost of Rs 50 crore. Spanning 360 meters in length and 16 meters in width, the bridge will significantly improve regional connectivity. It will provide easier access to Zirakpur, Rajpura, Patiala, and Mohali Airport, and will serve as a convenient shortcut for commuters traveling to Panchkula’s southern sectors, Zirakpur, and the southern sectors of Chandigarh. The bridge is expected to reduce travel distances by approximately 5 to 7 kilometers and ease traffic congestion in the area. This vital infrastructure is part of the PR-7 ring road project, which aims to enhance connectivity between Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, and Chandigarh. Once fully developed, the ring road will help decongest not just Panchkula but also Chandigarh, offering major relief from traffic pressure.
The Chief Minister stated that this is the third bridge in Panchkula connecting sectors across the Ghaggar River. In addition to benefitting residents of Sectors 25, 26, 27, 28, and 31, the bridge will also provide improved access for people traveling from Barwala and Ramgarh. With direct connectivity to National Highways 5, 7, and 152, the bridge is poised to become a significant milestone in the development of Panchkula and the adjoining regions of Punjab.
He further shared that the dispensary in Sector 28 will be constructed on 1.30 acres of land, while the dispensary in Sector 31 will be built on 1.20 acres. Both buildings are expected to be completed within 12 months. Once operational, they will enhance access to quality healthcare services for the residents of Panchkula. The Chief Minister added that since the formation of the present government, Panchkula has been witnessing a new era of development, with several transformative projects setting new benchmarks for progress in the region.
A new definition of development has emerged in the State over the past decade
The Chief Minister stated that since 2014, when the Haryana government undertook the responsibility of public service under the leadership of the Prime Minister, both the direction and development trajectory of Panchkula and the entire state have seen a remarkable transformation. “In the last 10 years, we have redefined the meaning of development,” he said. “Today, Haryana’s ‘triple-engine’ government is working with triple the speed to deliver progress on all fronts.” He further said that the construction of a Sanskrit College building is underway in Shri Mata Mansa Devi complex in Panchkula, at a cost of Rs 22.19 crore. Additionally, work on the Shri Mata Mansa Devi Corridor modeled on the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor is in progress, aimed at enhancing the spiritual and cultural significance of the site.
Panchkula witnesses historic development over the past decade
Highlighting the major development works carried out in Panchkula over the past 10 years, Sh Nayab Singh Saini stated that several key projects have significantly contributed to the city’s growth. Among them is the establishment of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) in Sector 23, constructed at a cost of Rs 23.13 crore. Additionally, a state-level museum is being developed in Sector 5 at an estimated cost of Rs 8 crore. He also mentioned that the construction of a world-class shooting range in Sector 32 is currently underway, at a cost of Rs 125 crore.
New revolution in the health sector
The Chief Minister informed that significant strides have been made in strengthening the healthcare infrastructure in Panchkula. The District Civil Hospital has been upgraded to a 300-bed facility, enhancing medical services for the region. Additionally, the Dr. Mangal Sen Government Medical College and Hospital is being constructed in Sector 32, at a cost of Rs 1,200 crore. A National Institute of Ayurveda is also coming up in the Shri Mata Mansa Devi campus, at a cost of Rs 279 crore. Similarly, an Ayush Yoga Conference and Training Hall has been built in Sector 3 at a cost of Rs 51 crore. Moreover, a Senior Citizen Home in the Shri Mata Mansa Devi premises and a Community Centre in Sector 6 (Mata Mansa Devi Complex) have been developed at a cost of Rs 19.70 crore.
Enhanced drinking water facilities
Sh Nayab Singh Saini stated that significant efforts have been made to improve water supply and treatment infrastructure in Panchkula. To ensure the availability of Bhakra Canal water for residents, a pipeline was laid from Sector 39, Chandigarh to Panchkula at a cost of Rs 62 crore. This pipeline connects the water works in Sector 1 Panchkula and the Mata Mansa Devi Complex. For the purification of raw water supplied to the Sector 1 water works, a 32 MLD capacity water treatment plant has been constructed at a cost of Rs 33.60 crore. Additionally, the beautification of two natural water streams in Panchkula is underway at an estimated cost of Rs 95.42 crore. Furthermore, a 12.50 MLD capacity water purification plant was set up at Mata Mansa Devi Complex, Sector-1, Panchkula at a cost of Rs 12. 60 crore. A 24 MLD capacity water purification plant has been set up in Sector-32 of Panchkula at a cost of Rs 24. 20 crore. A tertiary water treatment plant has been set up in Sector-20, Panchkula at a cost of Rs 55. 51 crore.
Congress should present a report card of its tenure
While taking a dig at the Congress party, the Chief Minister said that while they demand an account of the development undertaken in the last 10 years, they must first present the report card of their own tenure. Sh Nayab Singh Saini remarked that the Congress has consistently misled the public with false claims. In contrast, he said, the present Haryana government is creating a new chapter in the state’s development journey, guided by the core principles of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, and Sabka Prayas. He further stated that out of the 240 resolutions (Sankalp) made during the elections, 19 have already been fully implemented, and work is progressing rapidly on 99 others. “Every promise made to the people of the state will be fulfilled,” he affirmed.
Providing better health services to every citizen is my dream” – Kumari Arti Singh Rao
Haryana Health and Family Welfare Minister, Kumari Arti Singh Rao, stated that Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini are deeply committed to ensuring the health and well-being of every citizen. “A healthy mind resides in a healthy body,” she emphasized, underlining the government’s dedication to improving healthcare access. To address the shortage of medical professionals, appointment letters have been issued to 1,000 doctors. Kumari Rao added, “As Health Minister, it is my dream that every individual receives quality healthcare services, and the government is taking this goal very seriously.”
Gian Chand Gupta expresses gratitude to Chief Minister for development projects
Former Speaker of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha, Gian Chand Gupta, expressed heartfelt gratitude to Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini for launching various development initiatives in Panchkula. He highlighted that the construction of the bridge over the Ghaggar River, which began in February 2020, has been successfully completed in a period of five years. The bridge is expected to significantly ease travel for people commuting to and from Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh, and will notably reduce travel time between Panchkula and Zirakpur. On this occasion, Sh Gian Chand Gupta also requested the Chief Minister to establish a university in Panchkula to further enhance educational opportunities in the region.
On this occasion Kalka MLA Shakti Rani Sharma, Mayor Kulbhushan Goyal, State Vice President Banto Kataria, District President Ajay Mittal, Additional Chief Secretary of the Town and Country Planning Department A.K. Singh, Chief Administrator of the Haryana Shehri Vikas Pradhikaran (HSVP) Chandrashekhar Khare, Deputy Commissioner Monika Gupta, and Deputy Commissioner of Police Himadri Kaushik, along with other senior officers and dignitaries were also present.