Tag: Himachal CM

Landing site being explored to facilitate helitaxi between Manali and Rohtang

To facilitate helitaxi services between Manali and Rohtang, the state government is looking for landing site for the helitaxi said Chief Secretary Vineet Chawdhry. Vineet Chawdhry on Monday along with the officers of Pawan Han Helicopter Company, Kullu Deputy Commissioner Yunas and other officers of district administration visited Rohtang in order to select various landing …

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June 12, 2018

Every PHC in HP to have a dental expert, says CM

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur said that though new health institutions would be opened as per the requirement in the state, the emphasis of the government would be on strengthening the existing institutes by providing state of the art facilities, deploying adequate doctors and staff so that the people get quality health services near to …

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June 11, 2018

BJP leaders criticise Congress for blaming CM for water crisis

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday criticised Congress legislative party leader Mukesh Agnihotri for blaming Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur for present water crisis in the state capital Shimla. In a statement issued here, state BJP chief spokesperson Randhir Sharma and Health minister Vipin Singh Parmar said the water crisis was result of mismanagement and …

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June 1, 2018

HP Governor, CM mourn demise of Urmila Singh

Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Wednesday mourned the demise of former Governor of Himachal Pradesh  Urmila Singh, who passed away due to prolonged illness at a private hospital in Indore on Tuesday. She was 71. She was appointed as the Governor of Himachal Pradesh on 25 January 2010 and served …

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May 31, 2018

HP to develop bio diversity park in Mandi

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Wednesday said the government would develop a Bio-Diversity Park at Janjehli in Mandi district in a phased manner at a cost of Rs 3 crore. Addressing the people at district level Kuthah Mela in Seraj area of Mandi district, he said Himachal has immense tourism potential and Janjehli would …

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May 31, 2018

Environment conservation need of the hour: Thakur

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Sunday said environment conservation was the need of the hour for very existence of the humanity. After the launch of week-long ‘Polythene Hatao, ParyavaranBachao’ campaign, he said pollution caused by plastic was a matter of concern for the whole world. “The situation in developed nations is more alarming as …

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May 28, 2018

HP cabinet travels in public transport to attend Prez’s functions in Shimla

Call it his common man’s touch, Chief Minister, Jai Ram Thakur has taken a unique initiative of using tempo travelers or travelling to attend various functions of President, Ram Nath Kovind in Shimla along with cabinet colleagues and officers to ensure smooth traffic in a larger interest of local commuters and tourists. In all, eight …

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May 21, 2018

CM reiterates special love of Dalai Lama for Himachal

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Sunday said Himachal Pradesh was blessed as Dalai Lama had chosen the state as his second abode and it was due to his presence that Dharamshala has emerged as the world famous destination. “Dalai Lama has special love for the state and its people,” he said while speaking on …

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May 7, 2018

Kasauli murder case: Himachal CM Thakur admits lapses during demolition drive

Accused Vijay Singh sent on five days Police remand, weapon used in crime recovered

May 4, 2018

Officer’s murder: Himachal to submit status report in apex court

A day after a woman Assistant Town Planner was shot dead during an anti-encroachment drive in Kasauli town, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Wednesday said a status report will be submitted in the apex court on Thursday. The accused, Vijay Singh, is still on the run. Police say they have formed teams …

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May 2, 2018

CM announces indoor stadium for various sports activities in Kullu

To encourage and enable participation of youth in sports activities, the state government has announced construction of an indoor stadium in Kullu district. This was stated by Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur while presiding over the opening ceremony of 40th Junior Basket Ball Championship at Katrain in Kullu district on Sunday. The state government would …

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April 29, 2018

HP Cabinet gives nod to introduce free Heli-ambulance services

Taking into consideration the tough topographical conditions in the state, the Himachal Pradesh cabinet on Thursday decided to introduce free heli-ambulance services to be operated by Heli-mission Switzerland with the assistance of Lady Willingdon Hospital, Manali, in Kullu district. The Council of Ministers, which was presided over by Chief Minister, Jai Ram Thakur, said this …

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April 26, 2018

Himachal CM seeks Centre’s help to save natural resources

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Sunday sought Union government’s approval for two schemes of the Himachal Pradesh government that are aimed at conserving natural resources from climatic changes. He raised these demands during a meeting withUnion Environment, Forests and Climate Change minister Dr Harsh Vardhan in New Delhi on Sunday. Thakur said the National …

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April 23, 2018

Need to learn from lives of saints: CM

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur underlined the need to learn from the lives of saints as they are the flag bearers of our religion and culture. While participating in the Swaminarayan Mandir Vedic Mahapuja and Murti Pratisthan Function at Kufri near Shimla, the Chief Minister welcomed Swamiji to Dev Bhumi Himachal Pradesh. He said that …

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April 22, 2018

Himachal Pradesh: New government, old problem

When the Jai Ram Thakur government took over in Himachal Pradesh on 27 December 2017, in a sudden twist of fortune, people in the hill state looked to the new leadership in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) with a lot of hope. With young first time Chief Minister1 Jai Ram Thakur (53) heading a Council …

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April 22, 2018

HP CM greets Anjum, Vikas for winning medals in CWG

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Sunday called Anjum Moudgil to congratulate her for winning a silver medal in the women’s 50-meter rifle event in the Commonwealth Games, held in Gold Coast, Australia. Thakur said this was a remarkable achievement and she has brought laurels to the country and the state. He has congratulated Vikas …

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April 16, 2018

Himachal CM Thakur for new schemes to usher era of development

Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on Sunday called for preparing new innovative schemes to usher in new era of development in Himachal Pradesh and said the government has already came up with record 30 new schemes in budget for 2018-19. Addressing the 71st Himachal Day which was celebrated with traditional fervor, fanfare and enthusiasm at …

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April 16, 2018