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Himachal CM Reviews MLA Priorities, Pushes Health, Education & Rural Economy

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu concluded meetings with MLAs to set development priorities for the 2026-27 financial year. The government is emphasizing health, education, rural economy, and digital innovation, with the state achieving a top-five national ranking in education. Key initiatives include the highest minimum support prices for milk and crops and the expansion of robotic surgery facilities in medical colleges. The state has also been recognized as a "Top Achiever" for business reforms and for its high Human Development Index.

Key Points: Himachal CM Sukhu Reviews MLA Priorities for 2026-27 Budget

  • Focus on health, education & rural economy
  • Top MSP for milk & crops
  • 5th in national education ranking
  • Robotic surgery expansion in medical colleges
  • Recognized as Top Achiever State for business reforms
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Himachal CM reviews MLA priorities for 2026-27, highlights major push in health, education and rural economy

Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu outlines priorities in health, education, and rural economy with MLAs, highlighting state's top rankings and reforms.

"Himachal Pradesh has become the first state in the country to offer the highest minimum support price for milk and naturally grown wheat, barley, maize and turmeric. - Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu"

Shimla, February 7

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday held discussions with legislators from Shimla and Kangra districts during the second and final session of the two-day meeting convened to determine the priorities of MLAs for the financial year 2026-27.

The Chief Minister said that the present State Government was laying special emphasis on health, education, the rural economy, tourism, energy, food processing and data storage.

He stated that the government has taken several path-breaking decisions to strengthen the rural economy. "Himachal Pradesh has become the first state in the country to offer the highest minimum support price for milk and naturally grown wheat, barley, maize and turmeric."

"He said that these measures would significantly strengthen the rural economy and bring about a marked improvement in the standard of living of rural residents," as per a release.

Referring to a recent national survey, the Chief Minister said that Himachal Pradesh has made remarkable progress in providing quality education, securing the 5th position among states after ranking 21st in 2021, thereby surpassing 16 states.

He added that the government was equipping health institutions with advanced medical technology to provide specialized healthcare services. "Robotic surgery facilities have already been started AIMSS Chamyana and Tanda medical college in the state and this facility would soon be extended to all medical colleges for the benefit of patients."

CM Sukhu further said that the government has undertaken investor-friendly reform initiatives to promote industrial development, as a result of which Himachal Pradesh has been recognized as a "Top Achiever State" under the 'Business Reform Action Plan-2024' of the Union Government.

He added that the state was emerging as a progressive leader in digital innovation, with increased adoption of digitization and e-filing in government functioning. For its outstanding achievement in citizen-centric digital service delivery, Himachal Pradesh has been honoured with the "People First Integration Award."

"He said that according to the 2025 report prepared in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme, Himachal Pradesh has achieved an average Human Development Index of 0.78, which was significantly higher than the National average of 0.63. This, he said, reflects that even a hill state with limited resources can achieve substantial progress through sound policies and active public participation," the release added

The Chief Minister urged the legislators to submit their development priorities in the prescribed format to the Planning Department at the earliest so that these could be incorporated in the budget for the financial year 2026-27.

He also directed officers to resolve the issues raised by the MLAs on a priority basis. He called upon the legislators to extend their active cooperation to make the state government's "Chitta-Free Himachal" campaign a success.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
Good to see focus on the rural economy. The highest MSP for milk and crops in the country is a big deal for our farmers in the hills. If implemented properly, it can stop migration from villages. "Chitta-Free Himachal" is also a much-needed mission.
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Aman W
Plans sound excellent on paper. My respectful criticism is that we hear these announcements every budget cycle. The real test is on-ground delivery, especially in remote areas. Hope the MLAs submit practical priorities for their constituencies and not just wishlists.
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Sarah B
The HDI achievement is impressive! 0.78 is significantly above the national average. It shows what good governance in a small state can do. The focus on digital innovation and e-filing is the way forward for transparency.
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Vikram M
Tourism and food processing are smart sectors to push for Himachal. We have the natural beauty and organic produce. Adding value through processing and attracting the right kind of investors can create many jobs. Hope the plan includes sustainable tourism that doesn't harm the ecology.
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Kavitha C
As a teacher from Shimla, I'm thrilled about the education ranking. But we need more than rankings. Need better infrastructure in government schools, especially in winter, and teacher training for the new curriculum. Hope the MLAs prioritize this.

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