Chandigarh, March 12 -- A high-powered purchase committee led by Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday approved contracts worth Rs.658 crore after negotiations with suppliers, resulting in savings of over Rs.68 crore for the state exchequer.

The approvals were granted to purchase equipment for several departments, including public health, public works department, urban local bodies, agriculture and power corporations. The panel also completed the tender process of several development projects.

An official spokesperson said that a total 15 agenda items worth Rs.676 crore were presented in the meeting. However, after negotiations, the contracts were finalised for Rs.658 crore.

The CM directed officials to regularly monito...