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Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced the state now produces 50% of India's automobiles. A new railway yard at Maruti's Manesar plant, developed under Modi's Gati Shakti plan, will dispatch 450,000 vehicles annually. The project reinforces Haryana's logistics capabilities while supporting green initiatives. The state is collaborating with industries and institutions to enhance workforce skills.

Key Points: Haryana CM Saini Touts State as India's Top Auto Hub

  • Haryana produces half of India's cars
  • New Maruti rail yard boosts logistics under Gati Shakti
  • State partners with industries for skilled workforce
  • Project aligns with UN climate goals
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Haryana has become one of India's leading automobile manufacturing hubs: CM Saini

Haryana produces 50% of India's cars, says CM Saini, highlighting rail infrastructure under Modi's Gati Shakti plan.

"The development of an internal railway yard underscores our commitment to Ease of Doing Business - CM Nayab Singh Saini"

Gurugram, June 17

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday said Haryana has become one of India's leading automobile manufacturing hubs, producing nearly 50 per cent of all cars made in the country.

"The development of an internal railway yard by the Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation at Maruti underscores the state's commitment to "Ease of Doing Business" and infrastructure development, CM Saini said. Reaffirming its vision to emerge as a logistics hub, the state has also partnered with various industry bodies and educational institutions to enhance workforce skills across Haryana, said CM Nayab Singh Saini.

Located at the IMT Manesar-based Maruti Suzuki plant, this terminal has been developed under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Gati Shakti National Master Plan, a visionary initiative aimed at creating a world-class logistics network across India. The total cost of this project is Rs 1 lakh 17 thousand 91 million. Haryana Rail Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited has a 55.4 per cent share, HSIIDC has a 19 per cent share and Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority has a 5 per cent share in the project.

Models manufactured at MSIL's Gurugram and Manesar facilities will be dispatched to 17 hubs from this railway siding serving 380 cities across India. Port locations of Mundra and Pipavav, used by the Company for exports, will also be served.

The railway siding will have a dispatch capability of 450,000 vehicles at full capacity.MSIL has dispatched 2.5 million (25 lakh) vehicles cumulatively through railways since FY 2014-15. Its green logistics efforts align with UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) No. 13 on climate action, reinforcing the Company's vision for a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Great to see Haryana becoming an auto powerhouse! 🚗 The railway yard at Maruti will boost efficiency and reduce road congestion. Hope this creates more skilled jobs for local youth. Just wish the government would focus equally on improving public transport infrastructure.
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Priya M.
As someone from Gurugram, I've seen the transformation firsthand. The industrial growth is impressive but the city's infrastructure hasn't kept pace. More metro connectivity and better roads are needed to support this growth. Still, proud to see Haryana shining!
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Amit S.
The green logistics angle is commendable. More companies should follow Maruti's example of using railways to reduce carbon footprint. But what about the water crisis in Haryana? Industrial growth must be balanced with sustainable water management.
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Sunita R.
My brother got trained at one of these skill development centers and now works at the Manesar plant. Good to see government-industry partnerships actually creating employment opportunities. More such initiatives needed across India!
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Vikram J.
While the numbers look impressive, we must ensure local communities benefit. Many farmers sold land for these projects - are their children getting priority in jobs? Development should be inclusive, not just about GDP numbers.
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Neha T.
Haryana's growth is remarkable! 👏 From being known only for agriculture to becoming an auto manufacturing leader. Hope other states learn from this model. The railway infrastructure will definitely give a competitive edge in exports too.

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