Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar said his government had given approval for metro connectivity between Ballabgarh and Palwal and added it would ensure better connectivity and speed up development in the area adjoining Delhi.

Addressing a rally at Gajpuri village in Palwal, Khattar said the central and state governments were taking steps for ensuring inclusive development. Big projects such as metro connectivity and national highways are coming up in Haryana with the help of the central government, he said.

"Our government has made unprecedented development in Palwal and Faridabad region. With many major state highways, better connectivity has been ensured. Development of the Jewar airport will also speed up industrialisation and other development works in the area.

"It is a matter of pride for the region that the Mumbai Expressway passes through these districts," he said. The chief minister announced that metro connectivity between Ballabgarh and Palwal had been approved.