Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today paid floral tribute on behalf of the people of the state to Bharat Ratna and former Prime Minister late Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his birth anniversary on his statue at the Ridge in Shimla.

The Chief Minister said that Atal Bihari Vajpayee was an extraordinary statesman, a powerful orator and a gifted poet. His contribution to the nation will always be remembered.

Mayor Shimla Municipal Corporation Surinder Chauhan, Deputy Mayor Uma Kaushal, Councillors, Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap, Superintendent of Police Sanjeev Gandhi, Municipal Commissioner Bhupender Atri and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

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Chief Minister inspects Tourist Information Centre

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today inspected the Tourist Information Centre located on Mall Road, Shimla. He interacted with the officials and issued necessary directions.

The Chief Minister said that tourists visiting Dev Bhoomi Himachal Pradesh should not face any inconvenience. Tourism is a major pillar of the state’s economy and strengthening this sector will provide support to the economy.

He said that the State Government has set a target to attract five crore tourists every year. For this purpose new initiatives and multi-dimensional efforts are being undertaken along with infrastructure development.

The Chief Minister also interacted with tourists at the Ridge and the Mall Road. Talking to the media, he said that action has been taken after a complete inquiry into the incident that occurred at IGMC Shimla. The State Government has taken several steps in the interest of doctors, especially senior resident doctors. Necessary directions have also been issued to improve facilities for doctors at IGMC Shimla.