Dhali-Rampur four-lane survey completed: Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
Shimla, June 7
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday paid obeisance at the Hatu Mata Temple in Shimla district and prayed for the prosperity and well-being of the people of the state.
Speaking to mediapersons, the Chief Minister said that Himachal Pradesh is globally renowned for its rich 'Dev Culture' and the people of the state have deep faith in their deities. He said that the State Government is making concerted efforts to promote religious tourism across the state, which is home to several revered temples.
To improve connectivity and facilitate tourism, the Dhali-Narkanda-Rampur road is being upgraded into a four-lane highway, for which the survey work has been completed. He said that tunnel construction would be given priority in the project to minimize damage caused by landslides and to ensure safer travel.
The Chief Minister further stated that the State Government is actively pursuing the construction of the Hatu Mata Ropeway and the project has been proposed under National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD). While the project may take three to four years to materialise, but the government is committed to implementing it on priority.
He added that funds have been sanctioned for improving the Hatu Mata road, with special emphasis on avoiding tree felling while ensuring better facilities for devotees.
Sukhu also announced Rs. 50 lakh for the Narkanda Nagar Panchayat, which was elected unopposed. Later, newly elected Panchayati Raj representatives accorded a warm welcome to the Chief Minister at Narkanda and felicitated him. He also planted a sapling in Narkanda.
MLA Kuldeep Rathore, MLA Dehra and the Chief Minister's wife Kamlesh Thakur, Vice Chairman of the Himachal Pradesh Forest Development Corporation Kehar Singh Khachi, Chairman of the Himachal Pradesh State Cooperative Bank Devender Shyam, Deputy Commissioner Anupam Kashyap, SP Gaurav Singh along with other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
— ANI
Reader Comments
CM Sukhu ji seems serious about promoting religious tourism. Hatu Mata Temple is a sacred site and the ropeway project under NABARD will definitely boost pilgrim footfall. But three to four years is a long time—hope it doesn't get delayed further like many state projects. Also, good to see him plant a sapling, but actions speak louder than words on tree conservation.
As a Himachali, I appreciate the focus on infrastructure and dev culture. The survey being completed is a good start. But I have one critique: Rs. 50 lakh for Narkanda Nagar Panchayat while the ropeway project might take 3-4 years? That seems disproportionate. We need smaller, quicker benefits too, like better road maintenance and water supply in villages. Still, overall positive vibes. 🌄
Well, another promise from Sukhu ji. Hope this four-lane highway doesn't end up like many other announced projects. But I must say, the emphasis on tunnels to avoid landslides shows planning. Also, good to see MLA Kuldeep Rathore and the CM's wife Kamlesh Thakur present—makes me think of family politics, but that's how things work here. Let's see the execution.
Hatu Mata Ropeway will be a game-changer for Shimla district tourism. NABARD funding is a good channel. The Rs. 50 lakh for the unopposed Nagar Panchayat seems like a sweetener—hope it goes into actual development, not just salaries. Also, nice to see CM planting a sapling, but tree felling avoidance during road work is what matters most. Let's hold them accountable. 🌱
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