Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu among India’s 100 most powerful personalities

SHIMLA -28^th March, 2025The prestigious newspaper 'The Indian Express' has included Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu in its list of the 100 most powerful personalities of India. He has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to social service and the State’s green energy initiatives.

The newspaper specifically praised his initiative under the Mukhyamantri Sukh-Aashray Yojana, which grants orphaned children the status of 'Children of the State'. Additionally, historic increase in the support price of milk, restoration of the old pension scheme for 1.36 lakh government employees, and the substantive rise in per capita income under his leadership have been highlighted as remarkable achievements.

The Chief Minister’s efforts to promote sectors like solar energy, green hydrogen, and food processing have also been acknowledged. Notably, the proposed 200 MW solar energy project in Kangra district has been cited as an example of his visionary approach.

The newspaper noted that Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu’s journey to the top, despite having no political background, is a testament to his strong determination and leadership. The report also mentioned his government’s upcoming plans to take strict action against drug cartels.

This prestigious list also includes Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Party President Mallikarjun Kharge and Priyanka Gandhi among other prominent figures.

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SHIMLA -28^th March, 2025

Students of HPU meet Deputy Chief Minister at HP Vidhan Sabha

A group of students from the Institute of Legal Studies Himachal Pradesh University met Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri at the HP Vidhan Sabha today. The students were on their visit to observe the Assembly proceedings.

While interacting with the students, the Deputy Chief Minister shared his experiences and encouraged the students to work hard and contribute for the development of the Nation. He also wished for their bright future.

Assistant Professor HP Institute of Legal Studies Ava-Lodge Campus, Chaura Maidan, Dr. Sanyogita Thakur was also present on the occasion.

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SHIMLA-28^th March, 2025

H.P. Cabinet Decisions

The State Cabinet in its meeting held here today under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu approved the elevation of the Directorate of Elementary Education to the Directorate of School Education for overseeing education from pre-nursery to Class 12. The Directorate of Higher Education will now manage colleges and look into all aspects of higher education. This restructuring is part of the government’s ongoing reforms aimed at improving the administration and efficiency of the education system.

The Cabinet also decided to amend the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education, Himachal Rules, 2011 to conduct examinations at the end of the fifth and eighth class. If a child fails to meet the promotion criteria, students will be given additional opportunity for re-examination within a period of two months from the date of declaration of results.

The Cabinet gave its nod to purchase 297 Type-I Electric buses and 24 air conditioned Super luxury buses in Himachal Road Transport Corporation to facilitate the commuters.

The Cabinet also decided to introduce the Himachal Pradesh Scheme of State Award for Teachers in the Technical Education Department. Under this scheme, 10 awards will be conferred across six categories, including three awards for Best Teacher (ITI level), two each for Research Excellence and Innovation Award (Degree level) and Industry Collaboration Award (Polytechnics and ITIs), and one each for Best Teacher (Polytechnics level), Best Teacher (Pharmacy College level), and Best Teacher (Engineering College level). The awards will be based on nominee's performance in academic excellence, research and development, community engagement and outreach, sponsored research, and industry-academia collaboration.

The Cabinet has also decided to allow the issuance of bonafide Himachali certificates to abandoned and surrendered children who have been living in Child Care Institutions in Himachal Pradesh for 15 years or more enabling them to apply for jobs and avail benefits under various state government schemes.

It also approved the purchase of vehicles to enhance monitoring and enforcement against illegal mining activities in the state.

The Cabinet gave its nod to give Government guarantee in favour of HPPCL to raise a term loan of Rs. 1000 crore for execution of Shongtong-Karchham Hydro Power Project in the State.

The Cabinet also lauded the services of Chief Secretary Prabodh Saxena who is superannuating this month.