Launching a scathing attack, the Chief Minister alleged that the previous BJP government left behind a massive debt burden of Rs 75,000 crore due to financial mismanagement and reckless expenditure.
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, seeking to dispel anxiety among pensioners, announced that the state government would clear all pending medical reimbursement bills within the next one month.
He was speaking at the 32nd meeting of the Northern Zonal Council, held in Faridabad, Haryana, on Monday, which was chaired by Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah.
Sukhu directed the MILKFED to promote the brand 'Him-Ghee' of 'Pahari Cow Milk' so as to provide remunerative prices to the farmers.
Addressing a public gathering on the occasion, the Chief Minister announced that restrictions for tourists at the border have been eased, allowing visitors to experience the scenic beauty of Shipki-La.
At this, Industry Minister Harsh Vardhan Chauhan said that this matter was related to the year 2015.
He said a pilot project has been initiated to cultivate Vetiver grass, known for its deep and dense root system that stabilizes soil and prevents erosion.
The Chief Minister also flagged off an awareness chariot (vehicle) and also launched a two-month-long Integrated Health Check-up Campaign.
The CM said that such a prestigious International event was being organized in the state, which would go a long way in boosting the tourism activities.
Terming the budget ‘inequitable’ and highlighting several key areas of concern, Sukhu called for immediate revisions to address the needs of the wider population of the state.
