Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, in a significant ceremony held on Thursday, recognised and rewarded nine state departments for their exceptional contributions in building a digitally empowered administration. The prestigious Good Governance Awards were presented during a state-level event in Panchkula, marking Good Governance Day.
Celebrating Digital Excellence in Public Service
The awards were categorised into two segments: four flagship scheme awards and five state-level awards. Chief Minister Saini personally felicitated the officers and employees behind these initiatives, applauding their role in implementing sweeping digital reforms. These reforms are fundamentally aimed at providing timely, transparent, and hassle-free services to the citizens of Haryana, turning the vision of a 'Digital Haryana' into a tangible reality.
Flagship Schemes Leading the Digital Charge
The departments that received the State Level Award for Flagship Schemes have pioneered some of the most impactful digital projects in the state. The award-winning initiatives include:
- Smart, Seamless and Paperless: The Future of Deed Registration by the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, revolutionising property documentation.
- Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana (DDLLY) run by the Social Justice, Empowerment, Welfare of SCs & BCs and Antyodaya (SEWA) Department, focusing on girl child welfare.
- Policy for Allotment of EWS Plots/Flats in Licensed Colonies by the Housing for All Department, ensuring equitable and transparent housing allocation.
- Transforming Skill Development through Future Oriented Technologies by HARTRON, modernising vocational training.
State-Level Innovations Honoured
Beyond the flagship schemes, five other innovative projects received State Level Awards for their transformative impact. These projects showcase the breadth of digital governance across various sectors:
- Padhe Rohtak, Likhe Rohtak by the Elementary Education Department, enhancing foundational learning.
- Kushal Business Challenge by the Education Department, fostering entrepreneurial skills.
- From Menace to Mandate: Haryana's Blueprint for e-Waste Governance by the Industries and Commerce Department, tackling electronic waste management.
- Har Ghar Chhat by the Revenue and Disaster Management Department, likely focused on property or housing-related services.
- E-Kuber: From Traditional Banking to E-Banking by the Finance Department, digitising financial operations.
A Blueprint for Future Governance
The awards ceremony on Thursday in Panchkula was more than just a recognition event; it served as a powerful statement of Haryana's commitment to tech-driven governance. By honouring these specific projects, the state government is setting a benchmark for other departments and highlighting the critical areas where digital intervention can significantly improve citizen experience and administrative efficiency.
The initiatives span crucial sectors from education and housing to revenue management and environmental sustainability, illustrating a holistic approach to digital transformation. Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini's emphasis on these awards reinforces the government's priority to build a responsive, accountable, and future-ready administration that leverages technology for public good.
