Indo-European Business Forum honours Himachal CM with Leadership and Governance Award

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu was honoured with the Leadership and Governance Award by the Indo-European Business Forum at a summit hosted in the House of Lords, London.

With this honour, Sukhu created history by becoming the first Indian chief minister to address the House of Lords.

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In his keynote address, the chief minister invited global investors to explore opportunities in clean energy, responsible tourism, horticulture, IT, and wellness sectors in Himachal Pradesh. He highlighted the state’s 100 per cent literacy rate, along with its strong foundation of trust and resilience, which make it an attractive destination for investment.

He underlined that Himachal Pradesh is not only a year-round tourist destination but also a growing hub of opportunities for global business.

Reiterating his government’s vision of “Vyavastha Parivartan se Aatmanirbhar Himachal” (Self-Reliant through Systemic Reforms), he said it was not merely a slogan but a roadmap guiding every initiative of the state government.

He said Himachal Pradesh has introduced forward-looking policies in clean and green energy, responsible tourism, horticulture, information technology, data storage, and food processing. Stressing that the state has taken a leadership role in hydropower and renewable energy,

Sukhu said European expertise and Indian aspirations could create strong synergies.

The chief minister pointed out that Himachal apples enjoy global recognition as a trusted brand and that the state is now expanding into organic vegetables, floriculture, and other high-value crops for international markets.

With a focus on natural farming and dairy-based initiatives, Himachal is opening new avenues for innovation and collaboration.

Calling on European investors to explore opportunities in wellness, organic products, and sustainable lifestyles, Sukhu emphasized that Himachal Pradesh consistently ranks among India’s best-performing states, particularly in the social sectors.

He assured prospective investors that they would find not just business opportunities but partnerships based on trust, stability, and shared values.