What’s the progress of Haryana's 25 high-value projects?

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Key Takeaways
- 25 high-value projects under review in Haryana.
- Collectively worth over Rs 28,000 crore.
- Focus on urban development and public safety.
- Significant advancements in healthcare infrastructure.
- Proactive measures to resolve project bottlenecks.
Chandigarh, July 16 (NationPress) Haryana's Chief Secretary, Anurag Rastogi, presided over a crucial high-level meeting on Wednesday to assess the ongoing status of projects valued over Rs 100 crore with the relevant Administrative Secretaries present.
The Administrative Secretaries provided comprehensive updates on 25 significant projects, which together exceed Rs 28,000 crore, covering essential sectors such as urban development, transport, home affairs, health, and industrial growth.
Chief Secretary Rastogi urged the officials to actively address any obstacles and ensure the timely completion of these projects. A notable highlight is the Rs 100 crore initiative by the Home Department for the installation of CCTV cameras across police stations, which is now fully operational, thereby enhancing public safety and law enforcement.
In addition, the Cooperation Department's Rs 179.75 crore mega food park in Rohtak, overseen by HAFED, has reached an impressive 97 percent completion. This project, which includes the establishment of a Central Processing Centre and Primary Processing Centres, aims to significantly boost agro-processing and foster rural employment.
The Urban Local Bodies (ULB) Department highlighted advancements in civic infrastructure. Projects like the Rs 248.33 crore sewerage systems in Faridabad’s Pratapgarh and Mirzapur, the Rs 133.78 crore sewerage network in Ambala Sadar, and the Rs 109.13 crore water supply initiative in Rohtak have all achieved full completion.
Moreover, the Rs 130.21 crore sewerage project in Karnal, featuring a 142-km network and two sewage treatment facilities, has been completed, greatly improving urban sanitation. The Rs 129.30 crore MCG Office Building in Gurugram, currently at 84 percent completion, and the Rs 123.47 crore modernization of Raja Nahar Singh Stadium in Faridabad, at 60 percent completion, further demonstrate the department's commitment to enhancing urban amenities.
In the Town and Country Planning sector, the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA) reported significant progress on various initiatives. The Rs 110 crore 100 MLD water treatment plant at Chandu Bhudera was inaugurated by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday. The Rs 679.80 crore Shree Sheetla Mata Devi Medical College and Hospital in Gurugram is making steady advancements and will soon become a cornerstone of healthcare infrastructure. The Rs 226.31 crore sewerage pipeline project in Gurugram’s Sector 58 to 115 has also been fully completed, ensuring robust urban sanitation, as stated by officials.
The Haryana Mass Rapid Transport Corporation (HMRTC) provided updates on transformative transport projects, including the Rs 5,453 crore Gurugram Metro (from HUDA City Centre to Cyber City), the Rs 6,056.70 crore Faridabad-Gurugram Metro link, and two Regional Rapid Transport Systems (RRTS) projects: Delhi-Shahjahanpur-Neemrana-Behror (Rs 6,436 crore) and Sarai Kale Khan-Panipat (Rs 4,699 crore). Additionally, the Faridabad Metropolitan Development Authority’s Rs 217 crore Ranney Wells project is making strides towards ensuring a sustainable water supply.