Naraingarh IMT: 450 acres secured as Haryana farmers back industrial township
Synopsis
Farmers in Naraingarh have agreed to hand over 450 acres at government-fixed rates — a rare instance of community-led land consent that clears the single biggest bottleneck for Haryana's newest industrial township. With 10 IMTs planned statewide and six already underway, the Ambala region is being positioned as Haryana's next Gurugram.
Key Takeaways
Farmers in Naraingarh , Ambala region, agreed to offer nearly 450 acres at government-fixed rates for a proposed Industrial Model Township (IMT) on 29 April 2025 .
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini met a farmer delegation in Chandigarh where land rates were formally discussed and accepted.
The CM announced plans to develop the Ambala region as a modern industrial hub comparable to Gurugram .
Haryana has planned 10 IMTs statewide; work is already underway in Manesar, Bawal, Rohtak, Faridabad, Sohna , and Kharkhoda .
The Naraingarh IMT is framed as part of the 2025-26 Budget implementation and the national Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
Farmers from Naraingarh in the Ambala region of Haryana on Wednesday, 29 April 2025, agreed to offer nearly 450 acres of land at government-fixed rates for a proposed Industrial Model Township (IMT), clearing a critical hurdle in the state's industrial expansion drive. The decision, taken at a meeting with Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, brings the Naraingarh IMT a significant step closer to realisation.
Key Developments at the Farmer-CM Meeting
A delegation of farmers met Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini in Chandigarh, where land rates for the project were discussed in detail. The farmers consented to the rates, formally paving the way for land acquisition for the IMT. In a symbolic gesture of goodwill, they welcomed the Chief Minister by offering sweets as a mark of gratitude, signalling broad community support for the initiative.
What the Naraingarh IMT Means for the Region
Chief Minister Saini said the project would aid economic growth and generate employment in the region. He noted that work on an IMT in Ambala is already underway at a fast pace, and a similar facility in Naraingarh would further boost industrial development. The Ambala region, he added, is envisioned to be developed as a modern industrial hub on the lines of Gurugram, creating employment opportunities for the youth.
Notably, Ambala is already known for its mixer industry and medical equipment manufacturing — two new IMTs are expected to significantly strengthen its existing industrial profile.
Part of a Statewide IMT Expansion
The Chief Minister recalled that as Finance Minister he had announced the setting up of 10 IMTs across Haryana in the state Budget. Work is already in progress at Manesar, Bawal, Rohtak, Faridabad, Sohna, and Kharkhoda. The Naraingarh IMT, he said, reflects implementation of the 2025-26 Budget announcements within a year — an unusually swift turnaround for a land-acquisition-dependent infrastructure project.
Broader Vision: Viksit Bharat 2047
Chief Minister Saini linked the project to the national development framework, stating that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the country is moving towards the vision of 'Viksit Bharat 2047', with Haryana committed to ensuring balanced development across sectors. The IMT model, which bundles industrial plots with infrastructure and logistics support, is seen as a key vehicle for attracting investment to Tier-2 regions beyond the established National Capital Region (NCR) belt.
With farmer consent secured, the project is expected to move to the formal land acquisition and planning stage in the coming weeks.
Point of View
'government-fixed rates' still need scrutiny — past IMT projects in Haryana have faced retrospective disputes over compensation adequacy. The comparison to Gurugram is aspirational but worth interrogating: Gurugram's rise was driven by proximity to Delhi and private-sector-led real estate, not state-planned townships. Whether Naraingarh can replicate that without similar locational advantages depends entirely on execution, connectivity investments, and whether the remaining nine IMTs avoid the fate of India's many announced-but-stalled industrial corridors.
NationPress
1 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Naraingarh Industrial Model Township (IMT)?
The Naraingarh IMT is a proposed industrial township in the Ambala region of Haryana, for which farmers have agreed to offer nearly 450 acres at government-fixed rates. It is part of Haryana's plan to set up 10 Industrial Model Townships across the state, announced in the 2025-26 Budget.
Why did Haryana farmers agree to give land for the IMT?
A delegation of farmers met Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on 29 April 2025 and consented to government-fixed land rates after detailed discussions. Their agreement is seen as a key enabler for the project, which promises employment and regional development.
How many IMTs is Haryana planning to build?
Haryana has announced 10 IMTs statewide. Work is already in progress at Manesar, Bawal, Rohtak, Faridabad, Sohna, and Kharkhoda, with Naraingarh and a second Ambala-area township among the newer additions.
What industries are expected to come up in the Naraingarh IMT?
While specific sector allocations have not been detailed, the Ambala region is already known for its mixer industry and medical equipment manufacturing. The new IMT is expected to build on this existing industrial base and attract broader manufacturing investment.
How does the Naraingarh IMT connect to the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision?
Chief Minister Saini linked the project to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Viksit Bharat 2047 framework, positioning Haryana's IMT expansion as part of a national push for balanced industrial development beyond major metros.
