Outsider Recruitment Sparks Controversy in Haryana

The Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) protested in Panchkula against the Haryana BJP government's alleged recruitment of 'outsiders' for government posts, claiming local youths are being denied opportunities. INLD leaders, led by Abhay Singh Chautala, argue the recruitment process disregards local merit, while the government defends its transparency.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Chandigarh | Updated: 18-05-2026 20:41 IST | Created: 18-05-2026 20:41 IST
Outsider Recruitment Sparks Controversy in Haryana
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The Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) staged a protest in Panchkula on Monday, accusing the Haryana BJP government of favoring non-local candidates for gazetted roles. Led by INLD chief Abhay Singh Chautala, the demonstration targeted alleged biases in recruiting for Group A and B government positions.

INLD leaders claimed that 90% of the appointments were from outside Haryana, undermining local employment efforts. The protest culminated in a memorandum to the state's governor, demanding immediate action to curb this trend. The BJP claims the process is transparent, attributing the controversy to political maneuvering.

Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini dismissed the accusations as unfounded, reiterating that recruitment is merit-based and open to all across the nation. He emphasized that the Constitution permits employment mobility, reflecting fair practice and transparency in Haryana's recruitment procedures.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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