List of Chief Ministers of Haryana

1. Bhagwat Dayal Sharma (1966–1967)

Bhagwat Dayal Sharma was the first Chief Minister of Haryana when the state was carved out of Punjab in 1966. A senior Congress leader and freedom fighter, he laid the foundation of Haryana’s administration. His focus was on rural development and education.

2. Rao Birender Singh (1967)

Rao Birender Singh founded the Vishal Haryana Party and became CM shortly after statehood. His government was short-lived but significant in early Haryana politics. He represented the Ahirwal region and worked for farmers’ welfare.

3. Bansi Lal (1968–1972, 1986–1987, 1996–1999)

Bansi Lal served three terms and is remembered as the architect of modern Haryana. He promoted industrial growth, road connectivity, and law and order. A strong Congress leader, he later founded the Haryana Vikas Party. His leadership shaped Haryana’s infrastructure development.

4. Banarsi Das Gupta (1967, 1972–1975)

Banarsi Das Gupta served two non-consecutive terms in office, although each was brief. His administration emphasised education, especially women’s literacy. Known for his simple lifestyle, he remained connected to the grassroots. His tenure was marked by political instability in the early 1970s.

5. Devi Lal (1977–1979, 1987–1989)

Devi Lal, known as the “Champion of Farmers”, was a key Jat leader. He introduced pro-farmer policies and loan waivers. Later, he also became Deputy Prime Minister of India. His strong mass support made him a towering figure in Haryana politics.

6. Bhajan Lal (1979–1986, 1991–1996)

Bhajan Lal, originally from Congress, was known as a master of political strategy. He defected with many MLAs to form governments, earning a reputation as a skilled politician. His focus was on minority welfare and rural development. He later formed the Haryana Vikas Party.

7. Om Prakash Chautala (1989–2005, multiple short terms)

Om Prakash Chautala served five times, often for short periods. Leader of INLD, he continued Devi Lal’s farmer-focused legacy. His long final term (1999–2005) focused on education and rural schemes. However, his career was later marred by corruption controversies.

8. Hukam Singh (1990)

Hukam Singh was CM for just three days in July 1990. His appointment was largely symbolic, during political turbulence within the Janata Dal. Despite his short term, he remains part of Haryana’s political history.

9. Bhupinder Singh Hooda (2005–2014)

Bhupinder Singh Hooda served for nearly a decade, making him one of Haryana’s longest-serving CMs. His leadership focused on infrastructure, industrial growth (Gurgaon as an IT hub), and social welfare. He remains a senior Congress leader with strong influence in state politics.

10. Manohar Lal Khattar (2014–2024)

Manohar Lal Khattar was the first BJP CM of Haryana. His government emphasised digital reforms, transparency, and social programmes. He promoted “Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao” and rural modernisation. His two terms marked BJP’s consolidation in Haryana.

11. Nayab Singh Saini (2024–Present)

Nayab Singh Saini became CM in March 2024, representing BJP’s new leadership in Haryana. Coming from the OBC community, his rise reflects the BJP’s strategy of social outreach. His early focus is on governance efficiency and balanced regional development.