Himachal Pradesh Government

CM pays glowing tribute at State-level event marking 350th Martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur ji
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu participated in the State-level function organised by Shree Guru Singh Sabha, Shimla, at the Ridge on the occasion of the 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji.

The Chief Minister carried the sacred Saroop of Shree Guru Granth Sahib Ji on his head in a mark of reverence and placed it respectfully on the stage. He said that Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji would always be remembered as a great warrior, spiritual leader, and protector of the motherland. His ideals, values and supreme sacrifice continue to inspire humanity to uphold righteousness and compassion.

Sh. Sukhu said that the teachings and life philosophy of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji serve as a guiding light for the youth to build a bright and strong future.

On the occasion, the Chief Minister honoured Jathedar Shree Akal Takht Sahib Amritsar, Kuldeep Singh Gadgaj.

President of Shree Guru Singh Sabha Shimla Jaswinder Singh presented a Siropa to the Chief Minister.

MLA's Harish Janartha, Hardeep Singh Bawa, Chief Minister’s Principal Media Advisor Naresh Chauhan, Mayor Surinder Chauhan, Deputy Mayor Uma Kaushal, former Speaker HP Vidhan Sabha Dr. Rajeev Bindal, former Minister Suresh Bhardwaj, OSD to CM Gopal Sharma, Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap, SP Sanjeev Gandhi and other dignitaries were also present.

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CM releases two data driven publications of Statistical department
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu here today released two key statistical publications, Statistical Abstract of Himachal Pradesh 2024-25: Data Visualization and Statistical Year Book 2024-25, prepared by the Department of Economics and Statistics, Himachal Pradesh.

Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister commended the department’s continued efforts to strengthen data-driven governance in the State. He said that credible, transparent and timely data forms the foundation of sound development planning and ensures that growth benefits reach every citizen, particularly those in remote and vulnerable regions.

The 2024-25 edition introduces innovative data visualization features like, charts, graphs, maps and color-coded representations, which make the information more accessible, intuitive and user-friendly for policymakers, researchers, officials and the general public. These publications provide valuable insights across key sectors including agriculture, education, health, industry, infrastructure, finance, digital services and public welfare programmes.

Sh. Sukhu further highlighted that in today’s rapidly evolving economic landscape, evidence-based policymaking is critical to achieving sustainable and inclusive growth, adding that these publications represent an important milestone in Himachal Pradesh’s commitment towards modern and technology-enabled governance.

Secretary (Economics & Statistics) Dr. Abhishek Jain informed that similar datasets were also accessible online through the Digital Himachal Portal, ensuring public availability, transparency and ease of access. He highlighted the government’s vision of leveraging technology to support informed planning and improve service delivery outcomes for citizens.

Economics Adviser Dr. Vinod Rana stated that the enriched format of the Statistical Abstract has been developed to help administrators, planners, scholars and stakeholders to derive meaningful insights quickly. He further expressed gratitude to all data-providing departments, boards, corporations, and public sector undertakings for ensuring the accuracy and comprehensiveness of the information.

Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary Home K.K. Pant, Principal Secretary Finance Devesh Kumar and other senior officers were also present on the occasion.

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222 automatic milk collection units installed in State: Chief Minister
Presides over review meeting of MILKFED

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu while presiding over the review meeting of the Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Milk Producers Federation Limited here today, directed to ensure better marketing and high quality of its products.

He said that a milk processing centre would be established in Karcham or Tapri in Kinnaur district to make its products available to the army and local people. He said that the possibility of operating both milk processing plants located at Duttnagar of Shimla district on an outsource basis should be considered to ensure further increase in production.

Directions were given for preparing of a proposal to set up a new milk powder plant in the already existing milk processing plant in Mandi district. He said that the federation has recorded the highest increase in milk procurement during this financial year and 29 new bulk milk coolers have been installed.

In two years, 222 automatic milk collection units have been installed in the State. Multi-level efforts have been made to increase the number of milk-producing co-operative societies with their number has increased to 716 as of now. The number of farmers selling milk to Milkfed has also increased significantly, now exceeding 40,000.

Federation President Buddhi Singh Thakur, Principal Secretary Finance Devesh Kumar, Secretary Health M. Sudha Devi, Managing Director Vikas Sood, Senior Manager Preeti and other senior officials were present at the meeting.

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CM vows to wipe out Chitta from Himachal
State-level Anti-chitta rally on November 15

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, while presiding over a high-level meeting here today said that the State government would launch a decisive battle against Chitta from November 15 this year to eradicate this menace completely. A comprehensive and multi-level campaign against Chitta will be organized over the next three months.

The campaign will be launched by the Chief Minister on 15^th November 2025 at Shimla with "Anti-Chitta Rally" from the Ridge to Chaura Maidan. MLA's, dignitaries, students and people from all sections of society will participate in this rally. During the three-month campaign, comprehensive strategy to combat Chitta followed by strict actions against Chitta Mafia will be taken till grass root level.

The Chief Minister himself will monitor this campaign at the state level. Chief Minister has directed that all the government representatives, police, various departments, volunteers, students and others will work unitedly at various levels to make this campaign a success. A special focus will be placed on drug prevention awareness.

Anti-Chitta rallies will be held at the district, sub-division and other levels. A special cell will be formed within the police department to eradicate Chitta from the State.

The Chief Minister stated that the police department has identified the panchayats in the state which are most affected by Chitta and special attention would be given to these panchayats. Anti-Chitta volunteers will be trained in colleges. The police department will develop a comprehensive strategy to ensure the success of the campaign.

To prevent the illegal trade and use of narcotics and drugs in the state, drug prevention committees will be formed at the panchayat level. A notification for this has been issued, stated Sh. Sukhu. The committee will consist of seven members including the chairperson and will hold regular monthly meetings, preparing detailed reports on Chitta and related activities in the area and sharing them with law enforcement agencies. These committees will organize various awareness programs in schools and other public places on drug prevention and its adverse effects and submit their reports and coordinate with the respective Deputy Commissioners in the district.

The Chief Minister said that the drug prevention committees would play a pivotal role in drug prevention and curbing the illegal drug trade uptill the Panchayat level.

Deputy Chief Whip Kewal Singh Pathania, Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta, Additional Chief Secretary Home K.K. Pant, Director General of Police Ashok Tiwari, Principal Secretary Finance Devesh Kumar, Secretary Finance Abhishek Jain and senior officials were present at the meeting.
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Chief Minister dedicates Rs. 29.50 crore development projects for Shree Renuka Ji constituency
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu virtually performed inaugurations and foundation stones of five development projects worth Rs. 29.50 crore for Shree Renuka Ji assembly constituency of Sirmaur district from New Delhi today.

The Chief Minister inaugurated Government Industrial Training Institute building at Maina Bag in tehsil Sangrah constructed at a cost of Rs. 6.47 crore and Sub Market Yard at Nohradhar, Phase-I completed with an outlay of Rs. 2.20 crore.

He laid foundation stones of Renukaji-Dadahu Birla road to be constructed at a cost of rupees two crore, Rs. 17.89 crore irrigation facility to various villages of Renukaji constituency under Jal Shakti Vibhag Sub Division Nohradhar and Rs. 94 lakh Gravity Water Supply Scheme Rondi Pul to village Chokan, Thandi, Harizan basti Chumanu and Kudag in Gram Panchayat Bharari, Nohradhar.

Industries Minister Harshwardhan Chauhan, Deputy Speaker, H.P. Vidhan Sabha Vinay Kumar, MLA Ajay Solanki, Deputy Commissioner Sirmaur Priyanka Verma, Superintendent of Police Nishchint Negi were present at Maina Baag.

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Chief Minister calls on Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda
Urges, Rs. 200 crore increase in annual allocation under NHM

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu called on Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda, at his residence in New Delhi last evening.

The Chief Minister urged for strengthening the health infrastructure in Himachal Pradesh and requested an enhanced allocation under the National Health Mission (NHM) for the next financial year. He also sought approval of the Union Minister for the establishing three dedicated Intensive Care Units (ICUs) in the state at the earliest, which would significantly improve medical facilities for patients suffering from critical illnesses.

Sh. Sukhu requested that the Centre’s share under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme be maintained at 90:10 ratio considering the state’s challenging geographical conditions and urged that annual allocation for Himachal Pradesh under NHM be increased by Rs. 200 crore

Sh. Sukhu also briefed the Union Minister about the extensive damage caused by natural disasters in the state this year and the ongoing rehabilitation and reconstruction efforts being carried out by the State Government. He sought central assistance for infrastructure development and rehabilitation of disaster affected families.

He further urged the Union Health minister to take up the issue of enhancing the State’s borrowing limit by 2 percent with the Union Finance Minister in the larger interest of Himachal Pradesh.

He also apprised the Union Minister of the State Government’s continuous efforts to strengthen healthcare services and improve medical infrastructure.

The Union Health Minister assured the Chief Minister of appropriate action on the various requests put forth during the meeting and assured that the demands would be considered on priority. He appreciated the State's initiative to improve health care services and promised to support his home State in its development endeavours.

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