Haryana Yuva Samvad हरियाणा युवा संवाद, 2026

The conference commenced with the Question Hour, initiating focused legislative scrutiny on key issues of governance and sustainability, as participants posed hard-hitting questions to one another, driving the session from broad policy frameworks to direct accountability. Discussions centred on balancing industrial expansion with environmental protection and responsible resource utilization, positioning sustainability as a guiding principle for governance.

Key concerns included the functioning of the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority, reportedly without a Chairperson since February 2025, with demands for clarity on appointments under the EIA Notification, 2006. The session further examined forest cover trends since 2019, particularly in districts like Karnal, alongside critical findings from the August 2025 CAG Performance Audit on Solid Waste Management, highlighting significant untreated municipal and legacy waste.

The discourse further examined the environmental and economic costs of energy and industrial growth, including compliance with biomass co-firing mandates following proposed penalties on the Panipat Power Station, and measures to incentivize stubble management. Concerns over groundwater depletion, with a majority of blocks classified as over-exploited, and declining soil health, marked by imbalanced fertilizer use and low organic carbon, shaped discussions on sustainable agriculture and alternatives like bio-fertilizers and natural farming.

The session also addressed inclusive development through SDG-based planning at the Panchayat level and farm tourism initiatives. Concluding on governance and accountability, the assembly deliberated on strengthening the education ecosystem for industry needs, enforcing the “polluter pays” principle, and exploring High Court-monitored investigations to ensure transparency in matters such as mining and procurement.

This session was dedicated to opening statements on Haryana's path towards sustainable growth, marked by focused deliberation on balancing industrial expansion with environmental protection and the responsible utilisation of natural resources.

It established sustainability as a guiding principle for governance and development, with participants from the ruling side emphasising economic growth through planned industrialisation, alongside the role of technology, innovation, and policy reforms. At the same time, they acknowledged environmental challenges and highlighted initiatives such as green industries, renewable energy adoption, efficient land-use planning, and stronger regulatory mechanisms to minimise environmental impact.

The opposition participants, while concurring with the objective of sustainable growth, adopted a critical approach, raising concerns over pollution, groundwater depletion, loss of agricultural land, and stress on natural resources. They further emphasised the need for greater transparency, public participation, and accountability in decision-making, along with stronger environmental safeguards and effective regulatory implementation.

The session concluded with a shared recognition that Haryana's development requires a balanced and carefully calibrated approach, integrating economic expansion with environmental responsibility and prudent resource management, thereby setting a constructive and policy-oriented tone for the sessions that followed.

This session of the Haryana Yuva Samvad focused on a comprehensive discussion on the imperative of industrial expansion in Haryana, the challenges of rapid industrialisation, and strategic measures to achieve Vision 2030, with specific reference to the Make in Haryana Industrial Policy, 2026. The ruling side emphasised industrial growth as a key driver of economic development, employment generation, and technological advancement, highlighting policy initiatives such as infrastructure development, industrial clusters, single-window clearance systems, and incentives for startups and MSMEs.

They further stressed aligning industrial expansion with sustainable development through green manufacturing, clean technologies, energy efficiency, and adherence to environmental norms to ensure inclusive and balanced regional growth.

The opposition, while acknowledging the need for industrial expansion, adopted a critical approach by raising concerns regarding land acquisition disputes, displacement of local communities, environmental degradation, and unequal regional development. They also highlighted the need for stronger labour protections, skill development, and better coordination between industry and educational institutions, alongside greater transparency, accountability, and stakeholder consultation in policy implementation.

The session concluded with a shared recognition of the need for a balanced approach that harmonises industrial growth with social equity and environmental sustainability, alongside robust policy implementation, skill-oriented education, and continuous review mechanisms to effectively realise Vision 2030.

This session of the Haryana Yuva Samvad was devoted to an in-depth deliberation on the multifaceted challenges faced by farmers, the environmental consequences of prevailing agricultural practices, and the policy measures required for sustainable improvement, with specific reference to the Haryana State Environment Plan.

The ruling side outlined structural and economic challenges such as groundwater depletion, soil degradation, excessive reliance on chemical fertilisers, and monocropping, while highlighting initiatives including promotion of millets, natural farming, soil health schemes, micro-irrigation, and awareness programmes to curb stubble burning. Emphasis was also placed on integrating climate-resilient practices, strengthening agricultural extension services, and aligning implementation mechanisms to ensure effective, ground-level impact.

The opposition critically examined gaps between policy formulation and implementation, raising concerns over limited outreach of sustainability schemes, inadequate awareness among small and marginal farmers, and the continued economic vulnerability of agrarian communities. They further stressed the need to reform agricultural education through updated curricula, improved field-based training, and greater exposure to climate-smart practices.

The session concluded with constructive engagement from both sides, recognising the need for a holistic, farmer-centric approach that balances economic viability with environmental responsibility, supported by strong policy execution and robust agricultural education, thereby reinforcing the importance of informed legislative discourse in addressing agrarian challenges.