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Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu expressed his heartfelt condolences for the loss of Lance Naik Manish Thakur, an Indian Army soldier who died in Sikkim due to landslides. Thakur was a resident of Baraban village in Nahan, Sirmaur district, and served in the Dogra Regiment. Sukhu assured the bereaved family of the state's support during this challenging time. He emphasized the importance of providing all necessary assistance to help them cope with this irreparable loss.

Key Points: Sukhu Mourns Soldier Lance Naik Manish Thakur From Himachal

  • CM Sukhu expresses grief over soldier's death in Sikkim
  • Lance Naik Manish Thakur hailed from Nahan, Himachal
  • Government promises support to mourning family
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Himachal CM condoles demise of soldier from state who lost life in Sikkim

Himachal CM Sukhvinder Sukhu condoles Lance Naik Manish Thakur's death in Sikkim landslides.

"The state government stands firmly with them in this difficult time. - Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu"

Shimla, June 3

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has expressed grief over the demise of Indian Army soldier Lance Naik Manish Thakur, who lost his life in Sikkim, which has faced landslides due to heavy rains.

He was a resident of Baraban village in Nahan, Sirmaur district, and served in the Dogra Regiment.

The Chief Minister conveyed his condolences to the bereaved family and said that the state government stands firmly with them in this difficult time and will provide all possible assistance.

He prayed for peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family members to bear this irreparable loss, a release said.

Sukhu inaugurated and laid foundation stones of six development projects worth about Rs 100 crore in the Dehra assembly constituency of Kangra district on Tuesday.

Besides dedicating Rs. 4.96 crore Community Health Centre (CHC) Haripur in Dehra, the Chief Minister also laid foundation stone of Administrative and Diagnostic Block of the Hospital, Food Commissary and Quarantine at Durgesh Aranya- Zoological Park to be constructed at a cost of Rs. 47.62 crore and Lift Water Supply Scheme (LWSS) for International Zoo at Bankhandi (Seera Da Bharoh in tehsil Haripur) to be built at a cost of Rs. 16.25 crore.

He also laid the foundation stone for the upgradation of the road from Haripur to Sakri Ghera, which will cost Rs. 12.87 crore, the road from Thathar Tripal to Mehwa panchayat, which will cost Rs. 6.64 crore, and the upgradation of the Guler to Nandpur Barial Ludret road, which will be completed with an outlay of Rs 10.29 crore.

He said that International level Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park was being constructed at Bankhandi at a cost of Rs 619 crore. In the first phase, Rs 150 crore was being spent on construction of 43 enclosures.

Around 90 per cent of the work on the boundary wall has been completed, and eight check dams have also been constructed so far. The Chief Minister directed to construct more check to facilitate rain water harvesting. He said that it will not only be a tourist attraction but also a model of sustainable infrastructure, blending conservation with innovation.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Heartbreaking news. Lance Naik Manish Thakur made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. As a fellow Himachali, I feel proud yet deeply saddened. The CM's prompt response shows our state values its bravehearts. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While the development projects are good, I hope the government ensures the martyr's family gets proper support beyond just announcements. We've seen many cases where promises fade after media attention dies down.
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Amit S.
The Dogra Regiment has given so much to India. Salute to this brave son of Himachal! The zoological park project sounds interesting, but I hope they maintain ecological balance in the region. Development shouldn't come at nature's cost.
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Neha T.
₹619 crore for a zoo seems excessive when our border areas need better infrastructure. Soldiers like Lance Naik Thakur face harsh conditions daily. Priorities need reconsideration. That said, may his soul rest in peace 🙏
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Sanjay R.
The check dams and water conservation focus in the zoo project is commendable. But more importantly, hope the government provides Thakur sahab's family with a job, proper pension, and educational support for his children. That's real 'samman'.
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Kavita P.
So young, so brave! These landslides in Sikkim are becoming frequent - climate change is real. Maybe some funds from these big projects should go towards disaster preparedness in border states. Just a thought while we mourn our hero.

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