Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini Approves High-Value Procurement
The Haryana digital education drive achieved a milestone on Monday after Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini chaired a key High-Powered Purchase Committee (HPPC) meeting. State authorities approved the purchase of 5 lakh high-speed data SIM cards.
The new connectivity packages will support personalized digital learning for students enrolled in Classes 10 to 12 across all government schools. Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda, Health Minister Arti Singh Rao, and Tourism Minister Dr. Arvind Sharma attended the high-level administrative meeting.
Government officials confirmed that the decision aims to equip state students with essential modern technical skills. Consequently, every senior secondary student in the public school system will receive uninterrupted internet access to support their online curriculum.
Chief Minister Saini emphasized that modern tech tools remain critical for current job market readiness. Furthermore, state authorities are deploying security filters on each device to prevent non-academic usage.
The official distribution plan ensures that students receive Personalized Adaptive Learning (PAL) software pre-installed on their tablets. This software delivers tailored study modules, digital textbooks, and mock examination papers directly to users.
In addition, senior education officials confirmed that around 33,000 Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) will utilize integrated digital platforms. Teachers will monitor real-time student progress through centralized school management software.
Key Pillars of the Digital Education Infrastructure Rollout
| Key Initiative Feature | Quantified Operational Output | Intended Student Impact |
| Beneficiary Target | 5,000,000 Senior Students | Covers entire enrollment of Classes 10 to 12 |
| Connectivity Allocation | 1 GB Free Monthly Data per SIM | Ensures seamless access to online lectures |
| Software Module | PAL (Personalized Adaptive Learning) | Customizes exam preparation and homework |
| Security Architecture | Customized Mobile Device Management | Restricts non-educational apps and browsing |
Before authorizing the procurement, the state government conducted ground-level school evaluations across multiple districts. Senior Haryana Civil Services (HCS) officers visited rural government institutions to assess digital hardware requirements.
Their findings confirmed that consistent mobile data remained a key requirement for students living in remote regions. Therefore, procuring fresh SIM cards resolves prior connectivity bottlenecks faced during home study hours.
Students can verify their scheme eligibility and device status directly through their school principal’s office. Additional details regarding state welfare schemes are listed on the Haryana State Government Portal.
हरियाणा सरकार विद्यार्थियों को आधुनिक एवं तकनीकी शिक्षा के बेहतर अवसर उपलब्ध कराने के लिए निरंतर प्रयासरत है। इसी दिशा में सरकार ने विद्यार्थियों के लिए 5 लाख डेटा सिम खरीदने को मंजूरी दी है।
“कक्षा 10वीं से 12वीं तक के विद्यार्थियों को 5 लाख टैबलेट उपलब्ध करवाए जाएंगे। इन… pic.twitter.com/q2LA6eErZO
— DPR Haryana (@DiprHaryana) September 7, 2026
Inter-Departmental Approvals Cleared in HPPC Session
| Government Department | Approved Procurement Scope | Total Financial Commitment |
| School Education Department | 5 Lakh Student Data SIM Cards & Tablets | Integrated within state digital budget |
| National Health Mission (NHM) | 59 Advanced Life Support Ambulances | 33 South Zone / 26 North Zone deployment |
| Haryana Vidyut Prasaran Nigam | 220-Volt Lead-Acid Tubular Batteries | Industrial power grid system maintenance |
| HAFED Sugar Mill Operations | Annual Overhaul & Assandh Mill Care | Allocated Rs 11.90 Crore funding |
The High-Powered Purchase Committee meeting approved projects totaling over Rs 90 crore across multiple state departments. Beside educational technology, the committee approved crucial infrastructure upgrades for power transmission networks.
Health sector logistics received a significant boost through the addition of 59 life-support ambulances. These emergency vehicles will improve critical care response times across both northern and southern districts.
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However, the primary focus of Monday’s announcements remained the state-wide digital learning infrastructure. Chief Minister Saini reiterated that equal access to technology remains a core pillar of state policy.
Phase-wise Implementation Milestones for State Schools
| Execution Phase | Operational Target Date | Milestone Strategy |
| Phase 1: SIM Procurement | September 2026 | HPPC clearance and vendor data allocation |
| Phase 2: Hardware Issuance | Ongoing Academic Term | Direct distribution of tablets in schools |
| Phase 3: Network Activation | Immediate Upon Issuance | Automated binding of SIMs to student profiles |
The Haryana digital education drive represents a comprehensive investment in public school infrastructure. By pairing free hardware with dedicated internet connectivity, Haryana continues to set a benchmark for digital governance.