Narnaul, Aug. 9 -- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Sunday asserted that the state is making significant strides in providing employment and education based on merit, effectively ending the era of "parchi" (recommendations) and "kharchi" (bribes).

Speaking to ANI after flagging off the Narnaul Half Marathon, the Chief Minister hailed the state's growth.

"Whether it concerns our soldiers ensuring national security, our young athletes winning gold medals, or our youth excelling in the industrial and startup sectors, Haryana is constantly moving forward. Be it in education or in the provision of employment achieved without the need for 'parchi' or 'kharchi', Haryana is making strides," CM Saini said.

The marathon, organised und...