Chandigarh, September 28: Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini has laid special emphasis on adopting work practices and innovations across various departments that can improve the quality, transparency and accountability of government services and deliver better outcomes. As part of this initiative, the Higher Education Department, Technical Education Department and Public Works Department made presentations before the Chief Minister on their best practices and achievements on Monday. The presentations focused particularly on institutional excellence, research and innovation, effective use of digital technology, citizen participation and performance-based incentives.

 

*‘Model Sanskriti Colleges’ being developed*

 

Additional Chief Secretary, Higher Education Department, Sh. A.K. Singh said that the Higher Education Department is developing one college in every district as a ‘Model Sanskriti College’ to transform government colleges into institutions of excellence. Under this initiative, 23 government colleges have been identified across the state, with the target of bringing them to the level of institutional excellence by 2029. These colleges will promote student-centric education, curricula aligned with the National Education Policy-2020, digital and blended learning, collaboration with industries, internships, apprenticeships, expert lectures, virtual labs, e-resources, incubation centres, and collaboration with national and international institutions.

 

*State Research Fund established for research and innovation*

 

He said that the Haryana State Research Fund has been established to promote research and innovation in the state. Haryana is the first state in the country to establish such a fund, which has also been appreciated by NITI Aayog. Under the fund, financial assistance has been provided for institutions engaged in research activities. An allocation of Rs. 20 crore has been made for the fund for 2025-26. Last year, more than 350 applications were received from higher education institutions seeking assistance, out of which 90 projects were approved.

 

The key areas of research include agriculture and rural development, industrial innovation and entrepreneurship, science and technology, edtech, AYUSH, yoga, climate and water conservation, skills and employment, and inclusion. In addition, a separate fund of Rs. 20 crore has been provided for higher education quality and research excellence. To encourage students to obtain patents, provision has also been made for 100 per cent reimbursement of registration fees up to Rs. 50,000 per patent.

 

*Uniform induction training for new teachers*

 

He said that a Teachers Induction Programme has been launched for newly appointed Assistant Professors in government colleges. A five-day training model has been prepared for around 2,000 new Assistant Professors. The programme covers professional ethics, mentoring, holistic student development, National Education Policy-2020, Indian knowledge traditions, governance, industry linkages, research, innovation and inclusive information and communication technology.

 

The Chief Minister directed that teacher training is very important from the perspective of ensuring quality education. He directed that at least four centres for teacher training should be established in the state and that every teacher should undergo training after appointment and before starting teaching duties.

 

*Performance-based ranking in government polytechnics*

 

Sh. A.K. Singh said that the Technical Education Department has introduced a performance-based ranking system among government polytechnic institutions to promote healthy competition. Under the system, awards are given to encourage institutions that perform better.

 

According to the presentation, Chaudhary Devi Lal Government Polytechnic, Nathusari Chopta (Sirsa), which secured the first position, has been awarded Rs. 50 lakh, while Government Polytechnic, Lisana (Rewari), which secured the second position, has been awarded Rs. 25 lakh. Government Women Polytechnic, Sirsa, which secured the third position, has been awarded Rs. 10 lakh. He said that diploma programmes accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) are also being promoted to improve the quality of technical education.

 

*‘Mhari Sadak’ brings digital transparency to road management*

 

Additional Chief Secretary, Public Works Department, Sh. A.K. Singh said that the ‘Mhari Sadak’ mobile app, launched a year ago for speedy and transparent resolution of road-related complaints in the state, is an important digital initiative. Through the app, citizens can register complaints regarding damaged roads, potholes or road maintenance issues along with photographs and geo-location, and can track the progress of their complaints in real time. The complaint is automatically forwarded to the officials of the department responsible for the road, and geo-photographic evidence is also uploaded after completion of the work.

 

He said that digitisation and geo-fencing of 63,389 kilometres of road length has been completed so far. Complaints received through the app are undertaken by the concerned department and officer within 48 hours, and the issue is required to be resolved within the next 10 days. The system also provides for tracking of the Defect Liability Period (DLP) and monitoring the performance of contractors.

 

He said that the ‘Mhari Sadak’ system digitally tracks the entire process, from registration of a complaint by a citizen and its forwarding to the department, to inspection by the engineer and closure of the complaint after completion of the work. This promotes citizen participation and accountability in the road maintenance system.

 

*Directions to repair damaged roads on priority*

 

The Chief Minister directed that damaged roads should be repaired on priority and that patching work should be carried out expeditiously. He also directed that patching machines should be procured in districts as per requirement to ensure speedy completion of patching work.

 

He said that maintaining proper road connectivity is among the government’s priorities, as damaged roads not only cause inconvenience to the public but also hamper the pace of development, trade and industry.

 

*Haryana moving towards outcome-based governance"

 

The Chief Minister said that through new initiatives undertaken by various departments, emphasis is being laid on measurable outcomes, digital monitoring, accountability and institutional reforms by using technology and innovation according to the requirements of different sectors. The initiatives to enhance the capacity of institutions and teachers in higher education, directly connect citizens with the system in the road sector, and encourage institutional performance in technical education are aimed at making the government system more outcome-oriented.

 

These initiatives will give fresh momentum to the development of the state and make the lives of citizens more convenient and easier.

 

Principal Secretary to the Chief Minister Sh. Arun Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary Sh. A.K. Singh, Sh. Vijayendra Kumar, Commissioner and Secretary Dr. Amit Kumar Agrawal, Special Secretary, Monitoring and Coordination, Dr. Priyanka Soni, and Managing Director, HSIIDC, Sh. Vinay Pratap Singh, along with other departmental officers, were also present at the meeting.

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(Release ID: 7663)