On the evening before the state’s foundation day, Governor Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh delivered a stirring message to the people of Haryana, blending historical perspective with future aspirations.
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Economic Transformation: The Governor noted that Haryana’s per capita income, which was a mere ₹343 in 1966, has skyrocketed to approximately ₹3.53 lakh, making it the highest among India’s large states. Similarly, exports have surged from ₹4.5 crore at inception to over ₹2.75 lakh crore today.
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Key Achievement Sectors: The message highlighted remarkable strides in:
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Agriculture: Maintaining its status as the “Breadbasket of India.“
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Industry: Hosting more than 250 Fortune companies in hubs like Gurugram.
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Digital Governance: The successful launch of paperless systems and e-governance initiatives under the Digital Haryana Mission.
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Inclusivity & Welfare: Governor Ghosh commended the state government’s focus on marginalized groups, women’s empowerment through the Lado Lakshmi scheme, and the protection of heritage sites like Rakhigarhi.
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Call to Youth: He urged the younger generation to draw inspiration from the state’s martial and agricultural traditions to drive innovation in technology and sports. “The future of Haryana’s culture and legacy is bright because of the entrepreneurial spirit of its people,” the Governor stated.
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Community Sentiment
“Hearing the Governor speak about the progress since 1966 makes us realize how much our parents’ generation has achieved. From barely having roads to becoming a global IT and automobile hub, the transformation is truly something every Haryanvi should be proud of today,” said a university student in Chandigarh.
