Hry CM approves infra push to uplift Nuh
Saini announced that under the Mukhyamantri Mewat Chhatar Pratibha Samman Yojana, general category students scoring above 90% in Classes 10 and 12 will be awarded ₹51,000, while SC students will receive ₹1,11,000. These scholarships, he said, would be part of a broader strategy to foster a better educational environment across Mewat
Nuh: Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on a visit to Nuh, on Friday, approved a series of welfare and infrastructure initiatives during the 31st meeting of the Mewat Development Board. The chief minister reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to uplifting the region through educational incentives, infrastructure expansion and creation of jobs, officials said.

Pointing out the significant strides made under the Aspirational Districts Programme, Saini said, “Nuh has risen from the 108th to 20th position among India’s aspirational districts due to the coordinated efforts of both the Central and state governments.” He said that the region, once considered remote and underdeveloped, is now witnessing transformative growth in key sectors such as education, health, agriculture and infrastructure.
In an effort to boost academic excellence, Saini announced that under the Mukhyamantri Mewat Chhatar Pratibha Samman Yojana, general category students scoring above 90% in Classes 10 and 12 will be awarded ₹51,000, while SC students will receive ₹1,11,000. These scholarships, he said, would be part of a broader strategy to foster a better educational environment across Mewat.
During the meeting, Nuh deputy commissioner Vishram Meena submitted a development report to the CM. The gathering also saw participation from several key officials and political leaders from Nuh, Ferozepur Jhirka, Sohna, and Hathin.
Key infrastructure announcements included the transfer of the Government Model Sanskriti School under the Mewat Development Authority, the construction of an Unani Medical College in Akera, and the pending launch of the Mewat Model College in Ferozepur Jhirka. A driving training and research institute in village Chhapera is expected to begin operations by October, while a museum dedicated to Shaheed Hasan Khan Mewati will be established to honour the region’s legacy.
Further approvals included the construction of a ₹13.5 crore sports complex and an auditorium in Nuh, setting up a Hunar Haat in Tauru for self-help group women, and the development of two new transit hostels for girls at Mewat Model School in Ferozepur Jhirka.
Libraries will also be established across the district to promote learning and skill development. A 200-seater library will be built in Nuh, while libraries with capacities ranging from 50 to 100 children will come up in Ferozepur Jhirka, Punhana, Tauru, and large villages with populations above 5,000. A Skill Innovation Centre will be launched in Nuh to train youth in vocational courses for self-employment, and a water harvesting project is also planned in the Aravalli belt to enhance rainwater conservation.
The chief minister also unveiled key components of the Mukhyamantri Mewat Chatravriti Yojana, which offers annual scholarships of ₹75,000 or 75% of tuition fees—whichever is lower—for students pursuing professional, technical, tourism, and paramedical courses. For MBBS students, the annual cap is ₹1.25 lakh, with the government covering 100% tuition if fees fall below the threshold.
To curb dropout rates, Class 11 and 12 students will also be supported through the Mukhyamantri Mewat Post Matric Scholarship Scheme. Additional aid will be provided for competitive exam preparation under the Mewat Utthan Yojana.
The meeting marked a pivotal moment in Nuh’s development roadmap, underscoring the government’s focus on inclusive growth, skill development, and educational empowerment in a district long considered one of the most backward in the country.
ABOUT THE AUTHORLeena DhankharLeena Dhankhar is Senior Editor and Bureau Chief, Gurugram, at Hindustan Times, where she has spent over 17 years chronicling the transformation of one of India's fastest-growing urban regions. From starting her career as a crime reporter to leading the Gurugram bureau, her journalism has been defined by investigative reporting, in-depth storytelling and an unwavering focus on public interest. Over nearly two decades, she has reported extensively across crime, politics, civic governance, elections, real estate, environment, courts, sports, education and entertainment, covering Gurugram, Faridabad, Nuh and Palwal. Her reporting has exposed several major scams and systemic failures, including insurance frauds, waste management irregularities, illegal arms manufacturing units in Nuh, illegal mining in the Aravallis, organised crime networks and governance lapses affecting millions of residents. Known for her investigative work and exclusive stories, Leena has reported on high-impact national issues, including the Nicaragua charter flight carrying Indian migrants that was turned back amid allegations of human trafficking, exposing the growing network of illegal immigration rackets. Her work has also focused on gang wars, prison administration, juvenile crime, women and child protection systems, the functioning of the Juvenile Justice Board and Child Welfare Committee, and environmental challenges such as pollution, waterlogging and deteriorating civic infrastructure. Beyond hard news, Leena has extensively documented Haryana's rich heritage, forests and wildlife, bringing attention to the state's historical landmarks, biodiversity, conservation efforts and ecological challenges through immersive reportage and feature writing. Her journalism has consistently gone beyond breaking news. She has documented Gurugram's rapid urbanisation through long-form narratives and enterprise reporting on issues ranging from pothole-ridden roads, flooding and waste management to the changing social fabric of India's Millennium City. She also writes widely read feature columns, including The Outsider, Changemaker, and Concern for Gurugram, profiling people, places and ideas shaping the city's identity. Leena is the author of Gurugram School Murder, published by Juggernaut Books, a deeply reported account of one of India's most high-profile school murder investigations. She is currently working on her second book, an investigative work exploring some of India's most significant scams and fraud investigations. Beyond print journalism, she has expanded her storytelling through public speaking and digital media. She is a TEDx speaker and has produced podcasts exploring Gurugram's transformation, civic challenges and untold stories. Her work reflects a commitment to narrative journalism that combines rigorous reporting with compelling storytelling. A law graduate with an MBA in Human Resources, Leena brings a multidisciplinary perspective to her reporting, particularly on governance, public policy and legal affairs. She has travelled extensively across India to pursue investigative assignments, often reporting from remote locations and conflict-prone areas in search of stories that matter.Read More

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