Chandigarh/Haryana, October 24, 2026: Today Haryana News 24 October 2026 is led by the end of the statewide power employees’ strike. After a long meeting in Panchkula on Friday evening with Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Energy Minister Anil Vij, the unions called off the three-day strike that had been planned for October 22 to 24. Today’s Haryana headlines also cover the latest from paddy mandis and the weather outlook for October 24 to 26.
Today's top Haryana headlines at a glance
- Power employees end their strike; the state government directs HERC not to issue any parallel distribution license
The government says it is preparing a review petition; the unions’ remaining demands will be discussed on November 3
The chief minister orders quick restoration of normal power supply
Agriculture Minister visits paddy mandis, Karnal sees allegations over outside paddy, Ambala farmers claim higher yields
Light drizzle possible from late October 24, with changeable weather on October 25 and 26
1. Haryana power strike ends: what did the government tell HERC?
Power employees and engineers were protesting the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission’s (HERC) order granting a 25-year parallel distribution license to Eleven Power Private Limited for Gurugram and Nuh. According to The Tribune, after a meeting of roughly three hours on Friday evening, the state government issued a direction to HERC under Section 108(1) of the Electricity Act, 2003, telling it not to put any parallel distribution license into effect anywhere in Haryana. The employees then announced the end of the strike and said they would resume duties.
What the government and the unions said
Energy Minister Anil Vij said the government and the employees stand together against the parallel licence and that a review petition is being prepared. Chief Minister Saini reiterated the government’s commitment to protecting electricity consumers and employees. Shailendra Dubey, chairman of the All India Power Engineers Federation, said the main demand had been accepted, but other demands remain pending and will be taken up at a meeting on November 3. IANS also reported that the government assured employees there would be no privatisation of the state’s power companies.
How badly did the strike hit consumers?
Outlook India, citing the Times of India, reported that thousands of households in Gurugram faced power and water problems and nearly 1,800 manufacturing units were disrupted. The southern discom DHBVN received more than 3,000 complaints in the first 12 hours of the strike. In Panchkula, the administration deployed police personnel at 19 substations to help keep supply and water services running.
When will power supply return to normal?
After the strike ended, the Chief Minister directed officials on Friday night to restore supplies as early as possible. The managing directors of HVPNL, UHBVN, and DHBVN reviewed restoration work and stressed coordination between field staff and technical teams. Some areas may still take time to return to normal.
What should consumers do?
- Register power-cut complaints through the official helpline or app of your discom (DHBVN or UHBVN).
Keep an eye on local civic body and water supply department notices for water supply timings.
Rely on official statements from the government and power utilities rather than unverified forwards.
What happens next?
Attention now shifts to the government’s review petition and the November 3 meeting. Reports available so far do not mention any response from HERC to the government’s direction.
2. Haryana paddy procurement update: what is happening in the mandis?
Agriculture Minister Shyam Singh Rana visited the grain markets in Gohana, Sonipat, Kharkhoda, and Gannaur on Thursday to review procurement, lifting, and basic facilities. The Tribune reports that he said every grain of farmers’ produce will be bought and that negligence will not be tolerated. He asked officials to speed up lifting of procured paddy and urged farmers to bring properly dried paddy, since excess moisture can hold up procurement. Kisan India adds that he assured farmers their complaints about mismatched yield figures on the portal would be resolved.
What is the news from Karnal and Ambala?
- Karnal: The Tribune reports allegations that paddy from Uttar Pradesh is reaching mandis in Karnal, Gharaunda, Indri, and Kunjpura despite a ban on produce from outside Haryana. The Bharatiya Kisan Union (Sir Chhotu Ram) has accused traders, arhtiyas, and millers of facilitating this. These are allegations, and the department’s response has not yet been reported.
Ambala: By Friday, 1,758 farmers had applied, claiming higher paddy yields and seeking extra procurement. The highest number came from Naraingarh (651), followed by Barara (532), Ambala Cantonment (328), and Ambala City (247).
Paddy procurement will continue until November 15. According to The Tribune’s October 8 report, the MSP is Rs 2,441 per quintal for common paddy and Rs 2,461 per quintal for Grade-A paddy.
3. Haryana weather update: rain possible from October 24 night
ETV Bharat reports that, under the partial effect of a western disturbance, drizzle is possible in several parts of Haryana from late on October 24, with thunder and light rain at places on October 25 and 26. Winds may shift from north-westerly to north-easterly, which could slightly lower daytime temperatures and nudge night temperatures up. The weather is expected to turn dry again after October 26. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had also forecast isolated light rain over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, and Delhi on October 24 and 25.
In the latest figures, Gurugram was the hottest at 33.8 degrees Celsius, while Panchkula had the lowest daytime high at 29.1 degrees. Night temperatures were 14 degrees in Gurugram and 21.6 degrees in Nuh. Farmers holding paddy in mandis should keep their produce covered in view of the forecast.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
When did the Haryana power employees' strike end?
The power employees and engineers ended their strike on Friday evening, October 23, 2026, after talks with the state government. The strike had been planned for October 22 to 24.
What did the government do to end the strike?
The government issued a direction to HERC under Section 108(1) of the Electricity Act, 2003, asking it not to put any parallel distribution license into effect in Haryana and said it is preparing a review petition.
When will the employees' remaining demands be discussed?
Union leaders said a meeting on the remaining demands has been set for November 3.
Will it rain in Haryana on October 24 and 25?
ETV Bharat reports drizzle is possible from late October 24, with light rain at places on October 25 and 26. The IMD had forecast isolated light rain on October 24 and 25.
Until when will paddy procurement continue in Haryana?
According to The Tribune, paddy procurement will continue until November 15.
Conclusion
Today Haryana News 24 October 2026 is dominated by the end of the power strike, which brings relief to consumers in Gurugram, Faridabad, Nuh, and other districts. Full restoration of supply, the government’s review petition, and the November 3 meeting are the next things to watch, along with paddy mandi developments and the weather over the next two days. For Haryana news today, keep visiting CWB Hindi News every day.
Sources
- The Tribune: Power employees call off strike after the govt’s direction on parallel license
The Tribune: CM Saini directs officials to restore power supply
IANS via Punjab Kesari: Strike called off after assurance of no privatisation
Outlook India: Gurugram power cuts disrupt nearly 1,800 manufacturing units
The Tribune: Agriculture Minister reviews paddy procurement in Sonipat
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