Modi's 17 Haryana visits each brought new projects, says CM Saini on PM's 12-year mark
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Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday, 10 June wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, conveying the best wishes of the state's nearly 3 crore people on the completion of 12 years of his uninterrupted tenure as Prime Minister. In his letter, Saini highlighted that Modi has visited Haryana 17 times and has announced new development projects on each occasion.
The Letter and Its Key Tribute
In his letter, Chief Minister Saini described Modi as 'the longest continuously elected and one of the most popular Prime Ministers in India's democratic history.' He credited the past 12 years with transforming governance into a 'powerful instrument of public service,' guided by the principles of service, good governance, commitment and 'Nation First.'
Saini recalled that Modi launched his Lok Sabha election campaign from a rally of ex-servicemen in Rewari on 15 September 2013, describing the enthusiasm of that gathering as 'memorable even today.'
Development Delivered to Haryana
The Chief Minister cited a range of Central schemes that have benefited Haryana under Modi's tenure. The state has received 22 National Highways spanning 1,390 km, ensuring every district is now connected to the national highway network.
Under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, Haryana's farmers have received ₹9,888 crore. The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi has disbursed ₹7,562 crore to 20.17 lakh farmers. The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana has provided free LPG connections to 15 lakh women, while 2.18 lakh women have been recognised as Lakhpati Didis.
Under the Ayushman Bharat-Chirayu Yojana, more than 27 lakh people have received free medical treatment worth ₹4,148 crore. The Pradhan Mantri Garib Anna Kalyan Yojana is providing free ration to 1.57 crore people, and the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana has delivered permanent houses to 1.56 lakh poor families.
Rural Connectivity and Youth Empowerment
The Jal Jeevan Mission has extended tap water connections to 31 lakh rural households in Haryana. On the employment and enterprise front, the state's youth have established more than 10,000 startups, and 1.58 lakh young people have received skill training under Central programmes.
Haryana as Modi's 'Karmabhoomi'
Saini described Haryana as a significant 'karmabhoomi' — a land of action — for the Prime Minister, citing the special bond Modi has maintained with the state across his tenure. He credited the state's soldiers, farmers, athletes and youth with consistently contributing to national pride.
Saini closed the letter by wishing the Prime Minister good health and continued energy, expressing confidence that under his leadership, India will accelerate its journey toward becoming a developed, self-reliant and globally leading nation.