SHIMLA-2 October, 2026
CM dedicates 28 development projects worth Rs. 232.93 crore for Rampur assembly constituency
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today performed inaugurations and bhumi poojan of 28 development projects worth Rs. 232.93 crore at Shingla helipad Rampur for Rampur assembly constituency of Shimla district during his visit to the area.
The Chief Minister inaugurated a Rs. 4.83 crore Lift Water Supply Scheme for the Bhadawali group of villages in Gram Panchayat Bhadawali, Rs. 8.36 crore sewerage system for Ward No. 8, Dhakolar Rampur, Rs. 2.56 crore Flow Irrigation Scheme from Planoo to Shaloon in Gram Panchayat Devnagar and Rs. 71 lakh sewerage connectivity project linking MGMSC Hospital Khaneri with the existing sewerage scheme in Ward No. 9 Khaneri in Rampur tehsil. The Chief Minister also inaugurated Rs. 2.56 crore Primary Health Centre building at Delath and Rs. 1.84 crore Bailey bridge over Ganvi Khad in Rampur tehsil.
Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu performed the bhumi poojan for several road and bridge projects aimed at improving connectivity in the region. These include the Rs. 35.93 crore upgradation of the Tikkar-Jarol-Gahan-Nankhari-Khamadi road and another project valued at Rs. 54.87 crore for the same road, Rs. 2.50 crore Hospital Colony to Sarlaprog road, Rs. 4.19 crore Kotla-Kunni road and Rs. 6.07 crore Rajpura-Darshal road.
Other projects for which bhumi poojan was performed include Rs. 3.60 crore Uru to Dhar road, Rs. 4.81 crore Sawan-Doi road, Rs. 9.99 crore Seri Pul-Anurakshi road, Rs. 11.19 crore Palzara-Ginchha-Payee road, Rs. 13.85 crore Koot-Kinfi road, Rs. 6.85 crore Patena Kenchi to Daran Ghati road and Rs. 7.91 crore Manglad Bridge to Runpu village road.
The projects further include Rs. 2.02 crore link road to Molgi village, Rs. 7.18 crore Rungcha-Dharla road, Rs. 4 crore Dalog-Chashni-Madog road, Rs. 9.21 crore Dhai-Barkeli road, Rs. 6 crore Chari to Dharan road, Rs. 5.75 crore Chakti-Theli road, Rs. 4.71 crore Chebri to Nagalni road, Rs. 8.24 crore Lahru to Kharela road, Rs. 3.19 crore Airly-Majhevati road and Rs. 45 lakh road connecting Labana Sadana and Bhagawat to Dhoa village along with the Fancha to Fancha Kanda road.
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Strengthening rural economy is Government’s priority: CM
- Rs. 36 crore sanctioned for Tikkar-Jarol-Gahan road, No compromise on quality: CM
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that after the Congress government came to power in the state, equal and balanced development of all areas is being ensured. The state government’s objective is to increase the income of people living in rural areas and ensure that money flows directly into the village economy. With this aim, the government is paying special attention to strengthening the rural economy.
Addressing a public meeting in Rampur, the Chief Minister said that when his government took charge in the state, the procurement price of milk was Rs, 32 per litre, which has now been increased to nearly double. This has increased the income of farmers and livestock rearers. He said that the government is continuously taking steps to strengthen the economic condition of horticulturists and farmers.
The Chief Minister said that under the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS), the procurement price of apples has been increased by Rs, 1 per kilogram. Apples will now be procured at Rs, 13 per kg instead of Rs, 12 per kg. This will provide direct benefits to apple growers.
Chief Minister said that the state government has sanctioned Rs. 36 crore for the construction of the Tikkar-Jarol-Gahan road. The completion of this road will make it easier for apple growers in the area to transport their produce to the markets. He directed officials to ensure that there is no compromise whatsoever on the quality of road construction.
Sh. Sukhu said that the state government has recently secured a major victory for Himachal Pradesh’s interests in the Kishau Dam Project. After the construction of the project, Himachal Pradesh is expected to benefit by approximately Rs. 1,200 to Rs. 1,500 crore annually.
He said that with sufficient revenue flowing into the state exchequer, better schools, healthcare institutions and other essential facilities could be developed across the state.
The Chief Minister said that he would also participate in the ‘Sarkar Gaon Ke Dwar’ programme being organised at Pat village in the Rampur Assembly constituency, where he would interact directly with villagers and listen to their problems. He said that necessary schemes would be incorporated into the budget based on the suggestions and issues received from the people of the villages.
The Chief Minister congratulated the people of the area on the inauguration and foundation laying of various development projects.
Earlier, the Chief Minister received a grand welcome upon his arrival in Rampur.
Local MLA Nand Lal, Milkfed Chairman Buddhi Singh Thakur, HIMCON Chairman Vikesh Chauhan, Kamgar Kalyan Board Chairman Nardev Kanwar, former MLA Kishori Lal, Deputy Commissioner Anubhav Kashyap, Superintendent of Police Gaurav Singh and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
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SHIMLA-2 October, 2026
CM Announces Conversion of Taklech School to CBSE
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu received a warm welcome from the local people upon his arrival in Taklech in the Rampur Assembly constituency. People stood in long queues and welcomed the Chief Minister with traditional musical instruments. On the occasion, various local delegations also felicitated the Chief Minister.
The Chief Minister announced that Taklech school would be brought under the CBSE system. He said that earlier, parents in rural areas had to send their children to cities to provide them with CBSE education. This not only increased migration from villages but also placed an additional financial burden on families.
He said the state government had decided to start CBSE schools in the government sector so that children in rural areas could receive quality education close to their homes. This would help curb migration from villages and reduce the financial burden on parents.
The Chief Minister said that a survey would be conducted for the construction of a new bus stand at Taklech. After the survey, the necessary formalities would be completed and the state government would construct the bus stand there.
Responding to the demands of local delegations, the Chief Minister also announced that adequate funds would be provided for various link roads. He said that strengthening roads and other basic infrastructure in rural areas was a priority of the government.
The Chief Minister also inspected the Taklech Community Health Centre and issued necessary directions to improve healthcare facilities in the area.