Chandigarh, May 2 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini on Friday inaugurated the Standard Operating Methods and Procedures (SOMPs) prepared by the Quality Assurance Authority to ensure robust, sustainable, reliable infrastructure in the state. The Chief Minister said that this is not just a document but a vision, a foundation upon which a grand structure of quality, long-lasting infrastructure, services, and good governance will be built. This event is a testament to the government’s commitment to prioritizing quality in Haryana’s development journey, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.
While addressing the gathering after the inauguration of SOMPs during the Quality Assurance Conclave held in Panchkula, the Chief Minister congratulated the Haryana Quality Assurance Authority on completing two years of its establishment. He praised the Authority for its exemplary work in a short span of time. The Chief Minister also launched the website of Quality Assurance Authority.
The Chief Minister said that this ‘Quality Assurance Authority’ is the first state-level institution in India that is entirely focused on infrastructure quality. Its model is being studied by other states and central institutions. He expressed hope that this model will soon evolve into a ‘national network for quality assurance’ across the country.
He emphasized that incomplete or poorly executed construction is more harmful than no construction at all. Embracing this philosophy, the government has decided to prioritize quality. These SOMPs are the standards for ensuring quality for government departments, engineers, contractors, and policymakers.
The Chief Minister said that SOMPs are not just administrative tools, they are instruments of safety, reliability, and efficiency. For instance, in commercial aviation, SOPs have helped reduce accidents significantly. Similarly, in healthcare, SOPs save lives and help ensure product quality in the global construction industry through standards like ‘Six Sigma’, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.
He said this Quality Assurance Conclave is not just about procedures and protocols, but part of a holistic approach that will lead us toward building a strong, secure, and smart Haryana.
Our Goal is to ensure that Every Construction, Service, and Policy in Haryana Reflects International Standards– Chief Minister
The Chief Minister said the government aims that every construction project, service, and policy in Haryana must adhere to international standards. The theme of this conclave, “Strong, Sustainable, and Reliable Infrastructure,” reflects the government’s focus not only on the speed of development but also on its quality, he said.
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that ensuring sustainable completion of any work requires a clear, scientific, and systematic process. The SOMPs offer a comprehensive approach from planning to maintenance. It also specifies how planning should be done, what the design should look like, and the quality of materials to be used. Additionally, SOMPs outline inspection checkpoints during construction, safety standards, and environmental considerations, said the Chief Minister.
Ensuring Quality along with Development for Viksit Bharat- Viksit Haryana
The Chief Minister said that, aligned with the Prime Minister, Sh. Narendra Modi’s vision, Haryana is moving swiftly toward the goal of Viksit Bharat- Viksit Haryana. It has become essential that development projects are not only fast-paced but also sustainable and reliable. Speed alone is not enough, compromising quality in the name of speed leads to accidents, increased costs, and a loss of public trust, said Sh. Nayab Singh Saini.
Research and Development Center to be established to promote best practices in Indian Construction Contexts
The Chief Minister said that the Quality Assurance Authority was established to guarantee quality construction across all departments. This Authority is a multi-dimensional body ensuring quality in key sectors like roads, bridges, buildings, irrigation, water, sewage, and energy, he said.
The Chief Minister said that the focus is not only on quality but also on capacity-building through training engineers, regional workshops, and digital manuals. Besides this, a Research and Development center will be set up to promote best practices tailored to Indian construction needs, he said.
Plan to extend Quality Assurance Authority’s scope to Private Infrastructure Projects in Future
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the government plans to extend the Quality Assurance Authority’s scope to include private infrastructure projects, especially those linked to the government licensing process. This will cover public-private partnership projects, private buildings, townships, and industrial parks. This step will broaden quality assurance beyond public works, increase public confidence, and boost investor trust, he said.
We must collectively embrace the vision that quality is not just a task, but a habit. By laying this foundation today, we can pass on a legacy of trust and safety to future generations. We have the resources, the skills, and most importantly, the determination. Now is the time to turn this determination into action that will be remembered for decades, said the Chief Minister.