Haryana: Simpler government procedures can make everyday tasks easier for families and citizens. From understanding a process to completing it without unnecessary difficulty, small improvements can make a real difference.
With this objective, the Government of Haryana is running Reform Utsav 2026, a citizen-participation initiative designed to simplify government processes. The campaign runs from October to December 2026, bringing together public suggestions, Panchayat-level discussions and departmental reviews.
| Particular | Details |
| Initiative | Reform Utsav 2026 |
| Organiser | Government of Haryana |
| Main objective | Simplification of government processes |
| Administrative leadership | Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi |
| Coordinating department | Industries & Commerce Department |
| Campaign period | October–December 2026 |
| Number of phases | 5 |
| Preparation | August–September 2026 |
| Jan Manthan | 2–31 October 2026 |
| Vimarsh | 10 October–30 November 2026 |
| Jan Samadhan | 10 October–20 December 2026 |
| Sankalp Siddhi | 25–27 December 2026 |
| Status on 14 November | Vimarsh and Jan Samadhan are ongoing |
What Is Reform Utsav 2026?
Reform Utsav 2026 is a citizen-participation initiative of the Government of Haryana. Its main objective is to simplify government processes. The initiative gives importance to suggestions from citizens and discussions at the Panchayat level.
The initiative is being carried forward under the administrative leadership of Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi. The Industries & Commerce Department is responsible for coordinating the campaign.
How Can Citizens Participate in Reform Utsav?
Citizen participation is an important part of this initiative. Through the Jan Manthan phase, suggestions were collected from citizens and discussions were held at the Panchayat level.
What Was Jan Manthan About?
Jan Manthan ran from 2 October to 31 October 2026. The phase focused on collecting public suggestions and holding discussions at the Panchayat level. Its purpose was to identify opportunities for improving government processes through citizen participation. This approach provides an opportunity for public suggestions to become part of the administrative reform process.
What Are the Five Phases of Reform Utsav 2026?
The campaign is structured into five phases, each with a specific purpose and timeline.
1. Preparation: August–September 2026
The first phase focused on preparation for the campaign. It ran from August to September 2026, providing the preparation stage before the main campaign activities.
2. Jan Manthan: 2–31 October 2026
This phase focused on citizen suggestions and discussions at the Panchayat level. The objective was to identify areas where government processes could be improved through public participation.
3. Vimarsh: 10 October–30 November 2026
Vimarsh focuses on departmental scrutiny of suggestions received during the campaign. Government departments examine the suggestions and identify reforms that can be selected for implementation. This phase will continue until 30 November 2026.
4. Jan Samadhan: 10 October–20 December 2026
Jan Samadhan focuses on implementing quick reforms. The objective is to move beyond reviewing suggestions and take forward practical improvements during the campaign period. This phase will continue until 20 December 2026.
5. Sankalp Siddhi: 25–27 December 2026
Sankalp Siddhi is the final phase of Reform Utsav 2026. Scheduled for 25–27 December 2026, it will showcase achievements and the outcomes of the reform initiative.
What Is Happening in Haryana on 14 November 2026?
As of 14 November 2026, two phases of Reform Utsav are ongoing simultaneously. The first is Vimarsh, which continues until 30 November 2026. During this phase, departments are examining public suggestions and selecting reforms.
The second is Jan Samadhan, which continues until 20 December 2026. Its focus is on implementing quick reforms. This means the campaign has moved beyond collecting suggestions. It is now also focused on departmental review and implementation.
Why Is Reform Utsav Important for Haryana?
The key feature of Reform Utsav 2026 is its emphasis on citizen participation in improving government processes. Jan Manthan provided an opportunity for citizens to share suggestions and participate in Panchayat-level discussions. The final phase, Sankalp Siddhi, will showcase achievements between 25 and 27 December 2026. Through these stages, Haryana’s initiative aims to connect public participation with administrative improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Reform Utsav 2026?
Answer: Reform Utsav 2026 is a Government of Haryana initiative focused on simplifying government processes through citizen participation.
Q2. How long will Reform Utsav 2026 run?
Answer: The campaign runs from October to December 2026, with its final phase, Sankalp Siddhi, scheduled for 25–27 December 2026.
Q3. How can citizens participate?
Answer: Citizens participated through suggestions and Panchayat-level discussions during Jan Manthan, which ran from 2 to 31 October 2026.
Q4. Which phases are ongoing on 14 November 2026?
Answer: Vimarsh and Jan Samadhan are ongoing. Vimarsh runs until 30 November, while Jan Samadhan continues until 20 December 2026.
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Sources: Government of Haryana press release | Government of Haryana press release
