Haryana Bill for setting up industry on Panchayati lands soon

The Haryana government would soon introduce a bill in the forthcoming session of the Assembly to provide for setting up of industry on Panchayati land, Industries Minister Vipul Goel said today.
The step is aimed to enable industries flourish even in the far-flung areas, Goel told reporters in Fatehabad.
He also said that the Industries and Commerce Department is preparing a scheme to promote cotton industry in the districts of Fatehabad, Sirsa and Bhiwani and suggestions have been invited from various industrialists.
Funds to the tune of Rs 248 crore have been released recently for expansion of the basic facilities in industrial areas of six districts.

Besides, Rs 750 crore is being sought for sewerage and water, he informed.
A survey is being conducted for various services in the industrial areas of different districts, including Fatehabad, Goel added.
Replying to a question, the Minister said that the government had set a target of bringing investment of Rs one lakh crore and providing employment to four lakh youths in the state.