Haryana is moving ahead with a wide-ranging plan to make it easier for businesses to operate, invest and expand in the state. As part of the Central government's compliance reduction and deregulation initiative, Haryana has already approved or started implementing 21 out of 28 priority reforms aimed at simplifying rules, reducing paperwork and improving the overall business environment.
State officials say these reforms are designed to make government processes faster, more transparent and less burdensome for businesses, particularly small and medium enterprises. The initiative is expected to encourage investment, generate employment opportunities and strengthen Haryana’s position as one of India’s leading industrial and business destinations.
The progress of the reforms was recently reviewed by Haryana Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, who directed all departments to speed up implementation of the remaining measures. He also stressed the importance of uploading supporting documents and progress reports on the national portal to ensure that Haryana's achievements are properly reflected at the national level.
The state government believes that reducing unnecessary regulations can help businesses save time and money while improving efficiency in public administration. By streamlining approvals and making processes more digital, Haryana hopes to create a more investor-friendly environment that supports economic growth.
One of the biggest goals of the deregulation exercise is to reduce delays that businesses often face when seeking approvals, licenses and clearances.
According to officials, the Centre’s deregulation cell has already approved six major reform areas introduced by Haryana. These include faster electricity connections for businesses, simplified rules for shops and commercial establishments, improved processing under the single-window clearance system and a stronger auto-appeal mechanism under the Right to Services framework.
The reforms also cover environmental clearances and better access to testing facilities for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). These changes are expected to reduce administrative hurdles and help businesses start operations more quickly.
ALSO READ: Ram Temple Trust resumes donation counting with new supervision amid ongoing probe
ALSO READ: Trump threatens tariffs on Canada as wildfire smoke worsens air quality across the US
Industries and Commerce Commissioner and Secretary Amit Kumar Agrawal said that another 15 reforms are currently being implemented across various government departments.
These reforms focus on several areas that directly affect businesses and investors. They include more flexible land-use regulations, easier management of industrial plots, simplified building approval procedures and the adoption of international fire safety standards.
The government is also working on streamlining healthcare licensing processes, digitising state laws and regulations and introducing measures that improve the state's investment climate.
For entrepreneurs and business owners, such reforms can significantly reduce the time spent dealing with government procedures. Instead of navigating multiple offices and lengthy approval processes, businesses may be able to complete many formalities through streamlined digital systems.
Officials believe that easier regulations will particularly benefit MSMEs, which often face greater challenges in complying with complex administrative requirements due to limited resources.
Another important development is the finalisation of the draft Haryana Right to Business Bill, 2026. The proposed legislation is aimed at creating a more supportive environment for manufacturing units, especially small and medium-sized enterprises.
Under the proposed law, eligible manufacturing MSMEs may receive an in-principle approval certificate based on self-declaration. This would allow businesses to begin operations without waiting for multiple preliminary approvals from various departments.
The draft bill also proposes a three-year moratorium on inspections by state authorities for qualifying businesses. This measure is intended to reduce compliance burdens during the early stages of operations and allow entrepreneurs to focus on business growth.
The Haryana government sees deregulation as a key strategy for attracting new investments and strengthening economic development.
To support this goal, the proposed Right to Business Bill includes a two-tier institutional framework that aims to simplify the approval process. The Haryana Enterprises Promotion Centre (HEPC) will function as the state's nodal agency, while district-level clearance committees will help ensure timely approvals through a single-window mechanism.
The idea behind the system is to provide investors with a central point of contact instead of requiring them to approach multiple departments separately. This can reduce delays and improve coordination between government agencies.
The Town and Country Planning Department has also introduced measures that could make land-related approvals easier.
Officials informed the review meeting that nearly 70 per cent of Haryana's geographical area lies outside controlled zones and therefore does not require Change of Land Use (CLU) permission when agricultural land is converted for non-agricultural purposes.
This exemption can significantly simplify development activities in large parts of the state and reduce administrative barriers for investors and property developers.
In addition, the department is working towards introducing system-generated CLU approvals in eligible zones. Under this approach, approvals could be granted automatically through digital systems without the need for manual intervention by officials.
Such automation is expected to improve transparency, reduce processing times and minimise the possibility of delays.
The broader objective of these reforms is to make Haryana one of the most business-friendly states in India. By reducing regulatory complexity and improving ease of doing business, the government hopes to attract both domestic and international investors.
A more efficient regulatory system can also support job creation, industrial expansion and innovation. Businesses often prefer locations where approvals are predictable, rules are clear and administrative processes are efficient.
State officials believe that the reforms being implemented today will contribute to long-term economic growth by encouraging entrepreneurship and investment across sectors.
While some reforms have already been approved and others remain under implementation, Haryana's progress places it among the leading states participating in the Centre's compliance reduction initiative. As departments continue working on the remaining measures, the government expects the benefits to become increasingly visible for businesses, investors and citizens alike.
The state's focus remains on building a regulatory framework that is simple, transparent and growth-oriented, helping create an environment where businesses can thrive while contributing to economic development and employment generation.
Copyright © © 2022 Copyright. All Rights Reserved with Arth Parkash