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Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini stressed the pivotal role of mayors in driving urban progress and implementing government schemes. He highlighted Haryana’s increased urban budget and smart city projects in Faridabad and Karnal. Saini emphasized planned urbanization, digital integration, and sustainability as India moves toward 900 million urban residents by 2047. The state has also regularized thousands of unauthorized colonies to improve infrastructure and governance.

Key Points: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini Highlights Mayors' Role in Urban Development

  • Mayors act as backbone in local governance
  • Haryana boosts urban budget to Rs 5,666 crore
  • Faridabad and Karnal developed as Smart Cities
  • 2,417 unauthorized colonies regularized
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Mayors play significant role in development, progress of cities: Haryana CM

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini emphasizes mayors' crucial role in city progress, smart city initiatives, and urban governance at All India Mayors' meet.

"Cities are not just places of residence, they are engines of economic growth, centres of innovation, and confluences of cultural exchange. – CM Nayab Singh Saini"

Chandigarh, June 16

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday said that mayors, the first citizens, play a significant role in ensuring the development and progress of the cities.

He emphasised that mayors implement government policies and schemes on the ground, understand the aspirations of residents, and work to resolve their issues. “In the vision of local self-governance, mayors are akin to the backbone,” said CM Saini while addressing the 115th meeting of the All India Mayor's Executive Council held in Panchkula near here.

The Chief Minister said in Haryana, the mayors are directly elected by the people and possess executive powers. “This system creates a strong bridge between citizens and their representatives, making the decision-making process more accountable and effective,” he said.

CM Saini said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the nation progresses towards the goal of a “developed India,” the role of cities has become increasingly crucial. “Cities are not just places of residence, they are engines of economic growth, centres of innovation, and confluences of cultural exchange,” he said.

The Chief Minister said Haryana “views urbanisation not as a challenge but as an opportunity. The state's vision is to make cities a blend of ease of living and ease of doing business”. He stressed that urban development must not be limited to infrastructure like buildings and roads but must also focus on making cities vibrant, sensitive, and self-reliant.

He said that by 2047, nearly 900 million people in India are expected to live in cities. “This is not just a number but a vast opportunity for new infrastructure, new lifestyles and new possibilities,” said CM Saini. He emphasised the need for this transition to be aligned with planned urbanisation, digital integration, and environmental sustainability. The Chief Minister informed that in Haryana, the budget allocated to Urban Local Bodies has increased from Rs 1,693 crore in 2014-15 to Rs 5,666 crore in 2025-26.

Four metropolitan development authorities have been established, and cities like Faridabad and Karnal are being developed as ‘Smart Cities’. Under this initiative, 45 projects of Rs 930 crore are underway in Faridabad, while 122 projects with an outlay of Rs 927 crore are ongoing in Karnal. Besides, 2,417 unauthorised colonies have been regularised, and development works of Rs 1,000 crore are being carried out in newly authorised colonies, added CM Saini.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Good to see Haryana taking urban development seriously! But I hope this isn't just about big projects - our cities need better waste management and public transport first. The budget increase is impressive, but implementation matters more than numbers. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
As someone from Faridabad, I've seen some positive changes with the Smart City projects. The new pedestrian pathways are great! But officials need to ensure maintenance - many facilities deteriorate quickly after inauguration. Hope the mayors focus on sustainability.
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Amit S.
Directly elected mayors with executive powers is the right approach! This brings democracy closer to people. Other states should learn from Haryana's model. When leaders are directly accountable to citizens, they work harder to deliver results. 👏
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Neha T.
The vision sounds good on paper, but what about affordable housing? With 900 million urban Indians by 2047, we can't just focus on smart cities for the elite. Need policies that help middle-class and poor families live with dignity in cities.
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Vikram J.
Regularizing unauthorized colonies is a welcome step! Many hardworking families have invested their life savings in such homes. Hope the development works include proper water supply and sanitation - basic amenities that many urban poor still lack.
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Sunita R.
While infrastructure is important, mayors should also focus on preserving green spaces in cities. Gurugram has lost so many trees to development - we need balance. Also, what about women's safety in public spaces? That's real urban progress! 🌳

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