Karnal, June 7 -- Haryana chief minister Nayab Singh Saini on Saturday appealed to the youth to make their villages self-reliant, empower their society, enrich farmers, provide opportunities for children, and contribute to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resolve to make India a developed nation.

Saini was in Panipat as the chief guest at the foundation day of the RSS-run Seva Sadhna and Gram Vikas Kendra in Samalkha. He said that this annual day celebrates the immense resolve of service, sadhana, and dedication working to give a new direction to society.

He said it is a matter of pride for all of us that this centre is focusing on the holistic development of 100 surrounding villages and has pledged to shape their future.

"This effort is...