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Himachal's Heartwarming Gesture: University Staff Donate Salaries Amid Crisis

The staff at Nauni's horticulture university have made a generous donation to help their state. They contributed a full day's salary to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund. This money will support people affected by severe weather and road blockages. It's a powerful example of community solidarity during tough times.

Key Points: Nauni University Staff Donate Salary to Himachal CM Relief Fund

  • Vice-Chancellor Prof. R.S. Chandel presented a cheque for ₹25,66,606 to CM Sukhu
  • The donation aims to support relief work for monsoon and winter disasters
  • The state reported 866 blocked roads and over 1,500 damaged transformers this season
  • CM Sukhu appealed to all residents to contribute generously to the relief fund
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Himachal Pradesh: Nauni Horticulture University Staff Donates one day's salary to CM Relief Fund

Dr. Y.S. Parmar University staff donate one day's salary, over ₹25 lakh, to the CM Relief Fund to aid disaster relief efforts in Himachal Pradesh.

"Such contributions go a long way in helping those in need. - Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu"

Solan, December 19

In a humanitarian gesture to support the state, the Vice Chancellor of Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Prof. R.S. Chandel, contributed one day's salary from the University staff to the Chief Minister's Relief Fund.

Prof. Chandel presented a cheque of Rs. 25,66,606 to Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu towards the Fund.

In return, the Chief Minister thanked the university and its vice-chancellor for the generous gesture and said that such contributions go a long way in helping those in need. Moreover, he appealed to the state's residents to contribute generously to this fund.

President of the Teachers Association of the University, Dr. B.S. Dilta; President, Personal Staff Association, Rakesh Kumar Handa; and other staff members and union presidents also attended the event.

Himchal Pradesh, a winter wonderland that becomes a tourist hotspot during the winter months, grapples with extreme weather conditions such as monsoons, floods, landslides, and snowfall. This causes significant disruptions to public utilities, affecting hundreds of roads, power transformers, and water schemes.

Just in this monsoon season, SEOC reported a total of 866 roads were blocked across the state as of the morning of September 7, 2025. This includes three National Highways: NH-03, NH-05, and NH-305.

The maximum number of road blockages was reported in the Kullu district, with 225 roads affected, followed by Mandi with 191 and Shimla with 154. The number of road blockages in other districts was reported as follows: Chamba (116), Sirmaur (45), Kangra (42), Una (33), Solan (22), Bilaspur (18), Lahaul & Spiti (11), Kinnaur (6), and Hamirpur (3).

The power supply was also severely affected, with 1,572 Distribution Transformers (DTRs) out of service. The Kullu district was the worst-hit, with 873 disrupted DTRS, followed by Mandi with 259 disruptions and Lahaul & Spiti (L&S) with 142.

During peak tourist season and freezing weather, the state's Chief Minister's funds support relief, rehabilitation, and a sense of security during times of distress.

- ANI

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Priya S
Heartwarming to see. Over 25 lakh rupees is a significant amount. It shows collective responsibility. My family is from Shimla, and the road blockages every monsoon are a nightmare. This fund will directly help in restoration work. Kudos to the staff for their generosity.
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Aman W
While the gesture is good, I hope there is complete transparency in how these funds are utilized. We often hear about relief funds but not enough about where the money actually goes. The government should regularly publish audit reports for the CM Relief Fund to maintain public trust.
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Sarah B
The statistics in the article are staggering – 866 roads blocked! It puts the donation into perspective. This isn't just charity; it's a necessary investment in the state's infrastructure and the safety of its residents and tourists. Well done, Nauni University.
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Karthik V
As someone who works in the development sector, I appreciate this. But alongside donations, we need more focus on climate-resilient infrastructure. Himachal is bearing the brunt of climate change. Relief is urgent, but long-term adaptation strategies are crucial. Jai Himachal!
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Meera T
This is the spirit of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (the world is one family). When government employees lead by example, it inspires others. My chacha is a teacher in Solan, and he always says the people of the hills have big hearts. This proves it. ❤️

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