Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Haryana CM announces schemes for gaushala self-reliance
The Chief Minister of Haryana, Nayab Singh Saini, has announced new plans to help cow shelters (gaushalas) become self-sufficient.
The government will give e-rickshaws to these shelters to help take care of the cows.
There are 770 gaushalas in Haryana, and the number of cows in each varies.
The Chief Minister also approved projects to build sewer lines in Kaithal city and a new water treatment plant in Basai village.
These projects will cost a lot of money, but the government says they will benefit many people in the long run.
Some people might disagree with how the money is being spent, but the government believes these projects are important for the future.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini announced schemes to make gaushalas self-reliant.
820 e-rickshaws to be provided to gaushalas for livestock management.
Sewer line project in Kaithal city approved at Rs 12.87 crore.
Second 100 MLD water works project in Basai village approved at Rs 149 crore.
Various development works worth Rs 380.40 crore tendered, saving Rs 16.58 crore.
- Who
- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini
- What
- Announced schemes to make gaushalas self-reliant and approved various development projects.
- When
- July 20
- Where
- Chandigarh, Haryana
- Why
- To improve livestock management and provide essential infrastructure.
Government Initiatives
Critics of Government Spending
E-Rickshaw Distribution
Government Initiatives
The government is providing e-rickshaws to gaushalas to make them self-reliant and improve livestock management.
Critics of Government Spending
Critics argue that the funds could be better spent on other essential infrastructure or services.
Sewer Line Project
Government Initiatives
The sewer line project in Kaithal will provide long-term benefits and meet future needs up to 2042.
Critics of Government Spending
Opponents question the priority of such projects over immediate needs like healthcare or education.
- Number of Gaushalas
- 770
- E-Rickshaws to be Provided
- 820
- Cost of E-Rickshaws
- Rs 10.25 crore
- Sewer Line Project Cost
- Rs 12.87 crore
- Water Works Project Cost
- Rs 149 crore
- Total Development Works Tendered
- Rs 380.40 crore
- Savings from Tendering
- Rs 16.58 crore