Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini orders timely project delivery, warns contractors of penalties

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Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini orders timely project delivery, warns contractors of penalties

Synopsis

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini has drawn a hard line on project delays — contractors who repeatedly miss deadlines or compromise quality will be blacklisted from future government work. The directive came at the 14th State PRAGATI Portal review, where projects worth over ₹75 crore, including Gurugram Global City and EMC/IMT Sohna, were examined.

Key Takeaways

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini chaired the 14th high-level review meeting of the State PRAGATI Portal (SPP) on 11 November 2026 in Chandigarh .
Projects worth more than ₹75 crore in infrastructure and energy sectors were reviewed.
Contractors causing repeated delays or quality lapses will be barred from future government contracts .
The EMC Sohna project is 77% complete; IMT Sohna stands at 70% completion.
Tenders for roads linking the Gurugram Global City Project (Phase I) to Pataudi Road and the CPR have been finalised.
The Shri Krishna AYUSH University, Kurukshetra tender has been issued and a contractor agreement signed via HSIIDC .

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, directed state officials to ensure all major development projects are completed within their stipulated timelines without compromising on quality. Chairing the 14th high-level review meeting of the State PRAGATI Portal (SPP) in Chandigarh, Saini made it unambiguously clear that delays and negligence in project execution would not be tolerated.

Strict Action Against Errant Contractors

The Chief Minister stated that contractors responsible for project delays must be penalised as per applicable rules. More significantly, those who repeatedly fail to meet deadlines or fall short of prescribed quality standards will be barred from receiving new government contracts in the future. The directive signals a tougher accountability framework for infrastructure delivery in the state.

Key Projects Under Review

The meeting reviewed the progress of major infrastructure and energy sector projects valued at over ₹75 crore currently underway across Haryana. Among the projects examined was the Gurugram Global City Project (Phase I), which officials confirmed is progressing smoothly. Tenders for roads connecting the project to Pataudi Road and the Central Peripheral Road (CPR) have been finalised, along with other administrative formalities.

The establishment of Shri Krishna AYUSH University, Kurukshetra was also discussed. Officials informed the Chief Minister that the tender for this project — being executed through the Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) — has been issued and a formal agreement has been signed with the contractor.

Progress at EMC Sohna and IMT Sohna

Officials reported that the EMC Sohna project has achieved 77 per cent completion, with roads and basic infrastructure facilities advancing rapidly. The IMT Sohna project stands at 70 per cent completion, with water tower construction and major road works nearing their final stages. Once delivered, both projects are expected to significantly boost industrial activity in the region and improve investor infrastructure.

Coordination Directive Across Departments

Chief Minister Saini directed officials from all departments to work in close coordination and resolve project bottlenecks on a priority basis. The SPP review mechanism, now in its 14th cycle, reflects the state government's attempt to institutionalise accountability in public works delivery — a recurring challenge for large infrastructure programmes across Indian states.

With multiple industrial and urban infrastructure projects at critical junctures, the administration's focus on timely completion could directly influence investment sentiment in Haryana's emerging industrial corridors.

Point of View

But its impact depends entirely on whether penalty and blacklisting provisions are actually enforced — a step that state governments across India have historically been reluctant to take against politically connected contractors. Saini's directive is firm in language, but the 14th such meeting without a publicised scorecard of past penalties raises questions about teeth. With Gurugram's Global City and the Sohna industrial corridors central to Haryana's investment pitch, delays are not merely administrative failures — they carry a direct cost to the state's economic positioning against rival states like Tamil Nadu and Telangana.
NationPress
11 Nov 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announce at the SPP review meeting?
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini directed all state officials to ensure development projects are completed on time and to prescribed quality standards. He warned that contractors causing delays will be penalised and those with repeated violations will be ineligible for future government contracts.
What is the State PRAGATI Portal (SPP) review meeting?
The State PRAGATI Portal is a Haryana government mechanism to monitor the progress of major infrastructure and development projects. The 14 November 2026 session was its 14th high-level review, examining projects worth over ₹75 crore in infrastructure and energy sectors.
What is the current status of the EMC Sohna and IMT Sohna projects?
The EMC Sohna project has reached 77 per cent completion, with roads and basic infrastructure progressing rapidly. The IMT Sohna project is 70 per cent complete, with water tower and major road works nearing completion.
What is the Gurugram Global City Project Phase I?
The Gurugram Global City Project (Phase I) is a major urban infrastructure initiative in Haryana. Officials confirmed it is progressing smoothly, with tenders for connecting roads to Pataudi Road and the Central Peripheral Road (CPR) finalised along with other administrative formalities.
What is the Shri Krishna AYUSH University project in Kurukshetra?
The Shri Krishna AYUSH University is a new university being established in Kurukshetra, implemented through HSIIDC. The tender for the project has been issued and a formal agreement has been signed with the contractor.
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