SHIMLA -10 May, 2026

CM appreciates DTG Dept. for ensuring transparent, prompt and secure services to citizens

• Himachal receives multiple national recognitions for Digital Governance initiatives

The Department of Digital Technologies and Governance (DDTG) has received multiple national-level awards for its innovative e-Governance initiatives and citizen-centric digital platforms. The awards were presented to Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu here by Secretary, DDTG, Ashish Singhmar and Director Dr. Nipun Jindal.

Among the major recognitions, the department’s flagship initiative 'HimParivar' has been conferred the prestigious ET GovTech Award 2026 (Silver Winner) under the category 'Best State-Level e-Governance Initiative' by The Economic Times. Further, the department’s 'Survey Platform' received the SKOCH Award 2025 presented by SKOCH Group for excellence in the e-Governance category. The platform has been recognized for enabling efficient digital surveys and data-driven governance.

In addition to these, HimParivar, HimAccess Single Sign-On (SSO) and Survey Platform initiatives of the department have also received the SKOCH Order of Merit recognition from SKOCH Group.

The Chief Minister has appreciated the efforts of the DDTG department in ensuring transparent, prompt and secure services to the people of the state. He said that the Government was committed to ensure leverage technology and innovation to provide efficient, transparent and accessible public services to the people of the state. He expressed hope that the department would continue its efforts towards realizing the vision of a digitally empowered Himachal through integrated platforms, data-driven governance and seamless citizen services.

Ashish Singhmar said that these awards are reflection of the continuous efforts being undertaken by the department to create robust, scalable and citizen-focused digital platforms in the State.

Principal Secretary Devesh Kumar and other senior officers of the department were also present on the occasion.

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Chief Minister congratulates meritorious students for brilliant achievements

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has congratulated the students who have successfully cleared the 10^th Class examination conducted by Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education, Dharamshala, the results of which were declared today.

Appreciating the meritorious students for their brilliant achievements, the Chief Minister said that the results were a testament to their hard work and devotion towards studies.

He said that it reflects the importance of commitment and zeal to academic pursuits and success in life. He also lauded the efforts of parents, teachers and well wishers in guiding and supporting the students throughout their academic journey.

Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu encouraged those who could not clear the exams this time asking them to not lose hope and to prepare with renewed determination. He wished the students a bright future.