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Kullu delegation expresses gratitude to Himachal CM for appointing Buddhi Singh Thakur as Milkfed Chairman
Shimla, April 6: A delegation from the Kullu district called on Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu at Oak Over today to express their gratitude for appointing Buddhi Singh Thakur as the Chairman of the Himachal Pradesh State Co-operative Milk Producer's Federation Limited. (HP Milkfed).
Himachal Pradesh CM listens to public grievances in Daro Deoria village of Sirmaur district
Shimla, April 6: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday listened to the public grievances of locals during his visit to village Daro Deoria under sub-tehsil Narag of district Sirmaur and assured them sympathetically to consider the demands put forth by them, said an official press statement.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu releases poetry collection 'Buransh: The Fragrance of Words'
Shimla, April 6: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu released the poetry collection 'Buransh: The Fragrance of Words', authored by young poetess and educator Anupama Sharma, in Shimla on Saturday late evening.
Himachal Pradesh: State Government hikes bus fare, reclaims key hydropower projects to boost finances
Shimla, April 5: Grappling with a deepening financial crisis, the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu-led government in Himachal Pradesh has approved a bus fare hike and reclaimed key hydropower projects from central PSUs.
Himachal Cabinet approves key decisions on employee regularization, hydro projects, healthcare and EV infrastructure
Shimla, April 5: The Himachal Pradesh State Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, approved a series of major initiatives aimed at improving public services, infrastructure, and the state's revenue generation on Saturday.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu lays foundation stone of Rs 1.60 crore forest rest house in Shimla
Shimla, April 5: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday laid the foundation stone of Rs. 1.60 crore forest rest house at Sara Gadakufar in Theog, district Shimla.
Himachal: Govt gives nod to introduce State award scheme to honour teachers in Technical Education Department
Shimla, April 4: The Himachal Cabinet has decided to introduce a State award scheme to honour distinguished teachers of the Technical Education Department on the directions of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, a release said.
Himachal CM's Advisor calls for transparent debate on Waqf Bill, highlights state budget initiatives
Shimla, April 2: The Waqf Amendment Bill, 2025, was tabled in Parliament on Wednesday, sparking varied reactions from different political circles. In Himachal Pradesh, Naresh Chauhan, the Principal Media Advisor to Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, commented on the issue, emphasizing the need for a thorough and transparent debate before taking any major decision.
Himachal govt faces strong backlash over two proposed hydropower projects in Lahaul-Spiti
Lahaul-Spiti: , March 31 (IANS) In a move that has triggered strong backlash from local communities in Lahaul-Spiti, the Himachal Pradesh government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Telangana government on March 29 this year for the development of two major hydropower projects — Miyar (120 MW) and Seli (400 MW).
Ex-Himachal CM Jairam Thakur condoles death of six people in Kullu mishap
Shimla, March 31: Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition (LoP), Jairam Thakur, expressed his condolences to the bereaved family members after six people lost their lives in a landslide when a hollow tree which was uprooted fell on the people near the Gurdwara Manikaran Sahib parking area in Kullu on Sunday.
Himachal Pradesh: Jairam Thakur expresses grief over death of six people in Kullu mishap
Kullu, March 30: Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur expressed his condolences to the bereaved family members in the aftermath of death of six people when a hollow tree was uprooted and fell on the people near the Gurdwara Manikaran Sahib parking area in Kullu on Sunday.
Himachal Pradesh: 6 dead, 5 injured as tree falls near Gurdwara Manikaran Sahib in Kullu
Kullu, March 30: At least six people died, and five were injured after a hollow tree was uprooted near the Gurdwara Manikaran Sahib parking area in Kullu on Sunday.
Himachal Pradesh signs MoU with Government of Telangana for hydro-electric power projects
Shimla, March 29: Himachal Pradesh inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Telangana for establishing 400 MW Seli and 120 MW Miar Hydro Electric Power Projects in the Lahaul-Spiti district on Saturday, as per a release.
Himachal Pradesh government elevates Directorate of Elementary Education to School Education
Shimla, March 29: The Himachal Pradesh government has approved the elevation of the Directorate of Elementary Education to the Directorate of School Education, which will now oversee education from pre-nursery to Class 12.
15-day long budget session of Himachal Pradesh concludes
Shimla, March 28: The 15-day-long budget session of the Himachal Pradesh Assembly concluded indefinitely on Friday.
Himachal Assembly hikes MLA salaries but scraps free electricity, water, phone perks
Shimla, March 28: The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly on Friday passed a set of amendment bills increasing the salaries and allowances of ministers, MLAs, the Speaker, and the Deputy Speaker. However, the salary hike comes with a major trade-off, as key allowances such as electricity, water, and telephone bills have been scrapped.
Himachal Assembly clears Organised Crime (Prevention & Control) Bill; focus on curbing drug menace
Shimla, March 28: The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly has passed the Himachal Pradesh Organised Crimes (Prevention and Control) Bill, 2025, a landmark legislation aimed at cracking down on organised crime networks operating in the state. This law has been brought with an objective to curb the drug menace from the state.
Himachal CM directs HPSEDC to facilitate overseas employment opportunities
Shimla, March 27: A meeting of Board of Directors of Himachal Pradesh State Electronics Development Corporation (HPSEDC) was held in Shimla on Thursday under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu who gave directions to facilitate overseas employment opportunities to the youth of the State, besides evolving a mechanism of track and trace for those who have secured employment abroad.
Himachal signs pact with UNESCO to enhance education quality
Shimla, March 26: The Himachal Pradesh government, on Wednesday, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) to enhance the quality of education in the state, government officials said.
Himachal CM request, HM Amit Shah to release 9,042 crore under PDNA
Shimla, March 24: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu while interacting with the media here Monday said that he discussed various important issues of the state with Union Home Minister Amit Shah during his recent visit to New Delhi and requested to expedite the release of Rs.9, 042 crores under Post-Disaster Needs Assessment (PDNA) for years 2023-24 for which HM ensured prompt action, said a press statement on Monday.
Govt working with vision to make Himachal green energy, self-reliant: CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 23: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu virtually addressed the three-day brainstorming exercise 'Samriddh Himachal 2045' being organised at the Dr Manmohan Singh Himachal Pradesh Institute of Public Administration (HIPA).
Himachal CM meets Amit Shah, seeks release of compensation for losses due to floods in 2023
New Delhi, March 22: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu called on Union Home Minister Amit Shah here on Saturday.
Himachal: BJP delegation led by Jairam Thakur meets family of deceased HPPCL engineer Vimal Negi
Shimla, March 22: Leader of Opposition in the Himachal Pradesh Assembly, Jairam Thakur, along with the state president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Rajeev Bindal, and a delegation of party legislators and local leaders, visited the ancestral village of Vimal Negi in Kinnaur on Saturday to meet his family.
Himachal Assembly witnesses heated debate over closure and reopening of institutions
Shimla, March 21: The Himachal Pradesh Assembly's budget session began on a stormy note, with the ruling Congress and the opposition BJP clashing over the issue of educational and administrative institutions in the state.
Himachal govt to seek legal opinion to take over power projects operating without set timelines: CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 20: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday said that his government was seeking legal opinion to take over power projects operating in the state without set timelines.
Olympian boxer Ashish flags training issues for Himachal athletes, seeks CM Sukhu's support
New Delhi, March 19: Olympian boxer Ashish Chaudhary has sought Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu's intervention to face off tje challenges faced by state athletes in securing dedicated training time.
In a first, no hike in Himachal Budget size: BJP leader Jai Ram Thakur
Shimla, March 17: Himachal Pradesh Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur on Monday said state's Budget was full of disappointment and far away from vision. Also for the first time state's history, there was no increase in the Budget size.
Himachal CM Sukhu presents Rs 58,514 cr budget with focus on Rural economy and employment
Shimla, March 17: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Monday presented a Rs 58,514 crore budget of Himachal Pradesh for the upcoming financial year, emphasizing rural economic development, employment generation, and social welfare.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu celebrates Holi with cabinet colleagues and PCC president Pratibha Singh
Shimla, March 14: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu celebrated the festival of colors, Holi, at his official residence in Shimla.
BJP stages walkout in Himachal Assembly over election code violation allegations
Shimla, March 13: The Himachal Pradesh Assembly witnessed a dramatic walkout by the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on the fourth day of the budget session.
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inaugurates 10 development projects worth Rs 43.64 crore
Shimla, March 12: Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday inaugurated and laid foundation stones of 10 development projects worth Rs. 43.64 crore at Sujanpur for Sujanpur Assembly constituency of Hamirpur district, according to a statement.
BJP trying to shift blame on us for their failures: Himachal CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 10: Ahead of the budget session of the Himachal Pradesh legislative assembly, Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday morning led a meeting of the Congress Legislative Party (CLP).
Focus on infra, education as Himachal Budget session begins tomorrow
Shimla, March 9: Ahead of the onset of the 16-day Himachal Pradesh Budget session, with the laying of the Budget on March 17, Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Sunday called an all-party meeting to seek cooperation in the proceedings of the House.
Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhu inspects construction of underground utility duct from Chhota Shimla to Willy Park
Shimla, March 9: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has inspected the ongoing construction of the underground utility duct from Chhota Shimla to Willy Park. He directed the officers to ensure adherence to world-class quality standards in the construction of the duct.
Rs 146 crore to be spent on construction work of underground utility ducts, says Himachal CM Sukhu
Shimla, March 8: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that Rs 146.34 crore would be spent on the construction of underground utility ducts from Chhota Shimla to Willy Park and other areas in Shimla City, which would provide a 24x7 power supply to the people even during heavy snowfall and adverse weather in the city.
Himachal Pradesh police intesifies battle against drug network following CM Sukhu's orders
Shimla, March 7: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu had directed the Police Department to initiate a massive crackdown to dismantle the drug network in a mission mode for the next six months.
Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker holds security meeting ahead of budget session
Shimla, March 7: Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania held a security meeting ahead of the state Budget Session beginning on March 10.
UAE Ambassador expresses keenness towards 'Tourist Township' investment initiative in Himachal Pradesh
Shimla, March 6: UAE's Ambassador to India, Abdulnasser Alshaali, visited Himachal Pradesh to strengthen bilateral ties and explore investment and trade opportunities.
Himachal invites UAE to invest in tourism, green energy, dairy
Shimla, March 5: Ambassador of United Arab Emirates (UAE) to India, Dr Abdulnasser Alshaali, on Wednesday called on Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister, Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, and discussed potential investment opportunities in the state.
Himachal Pradesh: Lahaul and Spiti covered in white after heavy snowfall
Shimla, March 4: Lahaul and Spiti district got covered in a thick blanket of snow after the region received heavy snowfall on Monday.