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Apart from these broader policy matters, legislators have highlighted major issues specific to their respective constituencies through their questions.

HP Budget session to start today, RDG likely to dominate discussion

February 15, 2026 8:31 pm

The fourth Budget Session of the present Congress government — led by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu — will commence with the Governor’s address.

The CM also asked the BJP leaders to get the RDG reinstated by the Prime Minister.

BJP should clarify stand on RDG cut, says Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

February 14, 2026 8:50 pm

Himachal BJP president Rajeev Bindal, however, said state’s financial crisis is due to administrative failure

The presentation was made in the presence of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri and all other Cabinet ministers and Congress MLAs.

'RDG discontinuation an abysmal injustice to Himachal': Principal finance secy warns of ‘catastrophic’ fiscal crisis

February 08, 2026 10:18 pm

For the grant period of 2021-26, the 15th Finance Commission had allocated an RDG of Rs 40,000 crore.

Despite having world-famous tourist destinations, no specific budgetary provision has been made for tourism development in the state.

Himachal earned Rs 26,683 crore in last 3 years from its own resources: CM Sukhu

February 07, 2026 8:44 pm

The state earned about Rs 401 crore from acquiring ownership of the Wildflower Hall Hotel and it was expected to earn around Rs 20 crore annually from it.

Himachal snow

After 2 feet of snow in Kufri, authorities urge tourists to skip Shimla city roads, use bypass instead

January 24, 2026 11:57 am

Meanwhile, hoteliers in Shimla and adjoining tourist hotspots have raised concerns over inadequate civic preparedness, particularly power supply and internal road connectivity.

Public Works Department Minister Vikramaditya Singh

‘Serve Himachal, not rule’: Vikramaditya Singh echoes deputy CM, says some UP, Bihar officers not working in state’s interest

January 14, 2026 3:54 am

In a Facebook post, Vikramaditya Singh said that officers from other states should learn from Himachal Pradesh cadre officers and understand the state’s culture and sensitivities.

Sources said that the private bus, purchased in 2008, was due for fitness renewal next month, while its permit was valid till 2028.

Bus accident at Haripurdhar in Sirmaur: HP Police files FIR for negligent driving against deceased driver of private bus

January 10, 2026 8:57 pm

The injured were carried on backs and shoulders to the road, and in some cases, shawls were used to drag them to safety.

In the high court, the government maintained that the Natural Disaster Act was in force in the state as it had suffered extensive damage to public and private properties and other infrastructure, including roads in rural areas.

Himachal HC directs state govt to conduct panchayat polls before April 30

January 09, 2026 9:41 pm

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu says order needs to be examined vis a vis Disaster Management Act; Opp welcomes verdict as 'historic; and a 'victory for democracy'

He said more land would be acquired in the next six months and consultants would be appointed soon to ensure world-class amenities in the township.

Upcoming Himachal township along Chandigarh to be named Him-Chandigarh: Sukhu

January 05, 2026 9:01 pm

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister says his government is focussing on inclusive and sustainable urban development amid growing population

“The very fact that people have gathered here on the first day of the New Year for the launch of Hindi books shows that passion for literature is still alive,” he said.

Seven books showcasing various aspects of Himachal released

January 01, 2026 8:51 pm

Secretary (Education) Kanwar said that writing and publishing books in the present times was rarely a profitable venture, especially for new and unestablished writers, more so for those writing in Hindi.

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