Hard work, merit, and talent are the sole foundations for Government Jobs: Nayab Singh Saini
Chandigarh: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that the present government has introduced comprehensive reforms to the state’s long-standing recruitment system. As a result, young people are now securing government jobs solely on the basis of their hard work, merit, and talent, without the need for political influence (parchi) or bribes (kharchi). He reaffirmed that the government has established a transparent and merit-based recruitment process, making it clear that neither political recommendations nor bribery have any place in recruitments.
The Chief Minister said that the party’s manifesto for the 2024 Assembly elections pledged to provide government jobs to 200,000 youths in the state. Expressing happiness over the government’s progress, he stated that 42,500 youths have secured government jobs during the past one and a half years. He further said that over the last eleven and a half years of the present government’s tenure, nearly 200,000 youths have been provided government employment through a transparent and merit-based recruitment process.
Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was addressing the gathering as the chief guest at an orientation programme for newly selected Group D employees, organized at Tau Devi Lal Stadium in Panchkula today. On the occasion, he also extended his greetings and best wishes to the people of the state on the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima.
On this occasion, the Chief Minister symbolically handed over appointment letters to six newly selected Group D employees. He said that these appointment letters are a testament to the recipients’ hard work, the sacrifices made by their parents, and their faith in a transparent and honest recruitment system. Congratulating all 3,586 youths who secured government jobs through their hard work and merit, he wished them success in their future careers and encouraged them to serve the people with dedication and integrity.
The Chief Minister recalled that there was a time when the very mention of government jobs created anxiety among ordinary families in Haryana. It was widely believed that certain families, regions, and individuals with political connections had an exclusive claim over government employment. Merit was overlooked, while political influence, bribery, nepotism, and regionalism dominated the recruitment process. He said that this system not only deprived deserving youth of opportunities but also eroded the trust of their parents and undermined the talent of Haryana’s young people.
He stated that after assuming office, the present government made it clear that the future of Haryana’s youth would no longer be determined by political recommendations but by hard work, merit, and talent. Today, government jobs are no longer confined to any particular region; instead, young people from every part of the state are receiving equal opportunities for employment. As a result, the confidence of the state’s youth in a fair and transparent recruitment system has been strengthened.
Establishing a direct dialogue with the newly recruited employees, the Chief Minister said that they should not view themselves merely as Group D employees but as members of the government’s “Good Governance Delivery Team.” He emphasized that government service is not only a means of earning a livelihood but also a responsibility to serve the public. He urged them to keep the poorest and most vulnerable person in mind while performing their duties and making decisions, and to consider how their actions would affect that individual’s life. He said this principle should guide not only policymakers but every government employee.
The Chief Minister called upon the newly recruited employees to pledge that they would listen patiently to every citizen visiting their offices, treat them with dignity and respect, and ensure that people are not required to make repeated visits to obtain services. He stressed that rules are meant to facilitate public service, not to inconvenience or harass citizens.
Expressing confidence in the new recruits, he said that just as they had secured their appointments without political recommendations or bribes (parchi-kharchi), they would continue to uphold the integrity, transparency, and credibility of the system throughout their service.
Taking a dig at the opposition parties, the Chief Minister said that everyone is aware of how, under previous governments, young people were allegedly exploited by contractors. He said the present government recognized the challenges faced by the youth and, to protect them from exploitation, established a dedicated corporation and enacted legislation to safeguard their interests and secure their future.
The Chief Minister further stated that the Department of Foreign Cooperation has been established to facilitate overseas education and employment opportunities for the state’s youth. Under this initiative, 210 youths from Haryana have been sent to Dubai, while 390 youths have been sent to Israel in two phases for employment. He added that efforts are also underway to facilitate opportunities for young people in countries such as Japan, Oman, Germany, and Canada. To protect youth from the dangers of illegal migration through the “donkey route,” he said the government has enacted stringent laws to curb the activities of unscrupulous agents and prevent exploitation.
Nayab Singh Saini emphasized that, for the present government, the integrity of examinations and recruitment is not merely an administrative issue but a matter of safeguarding the future of the youth and preserving their trust in the system. Referring to allegations of irregularities in the NEET-UG examination, he said that the Central Government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, ordered a comprehensive investigation instead of suppressing the matter.
The Chief Minister said that a high-level committee of experts was constituted to recommend reforms to the examination system, thereby advancing the process of examination reforms at the national level. He added that the Public Examinations Act, 2026, provides for stringent penalties against those involved in organized examination-related offences, including imprisonment of up to 10 years and a minimum fine of Rs 10 crore. He further stated that a decision has been taken to establish fast-track courts to ensure the speedy disposal of paper leak cases and the prompt and stringent punishment of those found guilty. The Chief Minister said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s message is unequivocal; any attempt by examination mafias to undermine the hard work of students through malpractice or interference with the examination process will not be tolerated.
Criticizing the opposition over the protests held in Delhi, the Chief Minister accused them of misleading the youth and leading them astray. He said that Haryana and Punjab stand as examples of how the Congress party and its allies have, exploited young people for political purposes. He further alleged that the present Punjab government is jeopardizing the future of the state’s youth.
Earlier, addressing the gathering, Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi congratulated all the newly selected Group D employees on becoming part of the Haryana government family and wished them a bright and successful future. He said that their selection had provided them with a strong platform for growth and that, through hard work and dedication, they could build successful careers in any field. He said that the recruitment process was a testament to their merit and reflected the state government’s unwavering commitment to a fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment system. The Chief Secretary urged the newly recruited employees to discharge their duties with sincerity, honesty, and a spirit of public service, irrespective of the position they hold.
Presenting the vote of thanks Commissioner and Secretary of the Human Resources Department P.C. Meena expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini for guiding and motivating the newly appointed Group D employees. He said that the Chief Minister’s vision would continue to inspire all employees to perform their duties with honesty, dedication, and a strong commitment to public service. Meena remarked that the event was not merely about the distribution of appointment letters but also symbolized the people’s continued faith in the Haryana government’s transparent, fair, and merit-based recruitment system under the able leadership of the Chief Minister. He expressed confidence that the newly appointed employees would place public service at the forefront of their responsibilities and make meaningful contributions to the progress and development of Haryana.
Also present on the occasion were Director Human Resources Department Mohammad Imran Raza, Mayor Shyam Lal Bansal, former Haryana Vidhan Sabha Speaker Gian Chand Gupta, Executive Vice-Chairman of Haryana Shivalik Development Board Omprakash Devinagar, District President Ajay Mittal, Chief Minister’s Special Officer (Grievance Redressal) Bhopal Singh Khadri, Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma, Deputy Commissioner of Police Aditi Singh, Media Secretary to Chief Minister Praveen Atrey, along with other dignitaries, employees, and parents.
