Tenders invited for 11 tourism projects

Shimla No. 550/2024-PUB 14th August 2024

These will cost Rs. 696.50 crore

Shimla: 14th August 2024: (K K Singh//Himachal Screen Desk)::

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that 11 projects with an outlay of Rs. 696.47 crore were underway to give a fillip to the tourism sector in the State. While presiding over a meeting of Tourism Department here last evening, he said that tenders have been invited for all these eleven projects, aiming to enhance the influx of tourists in the State.   "Tourism is a key sector for our economy supporting livelihood of thousands of families directly or indirectly", he said adding that it was hence essential to enhance the overall tourism experiences in the State and create new infrastructure.

It was briefed in the meeting that the projects include Convention Centre at Dharamshala, which was being constructed with an outlay of Rs. 161.91 crore, beautification of Palampur and Nagrota Bagwan will be done at cost Rs. 95.50 crore, wellness centre to be constructed at Nadaun with an outlay of Rs. 91.42 crore, tourist facilities at Baba Balaknath Deothsidh in Hamirpur district at a cost of Rs. 65.32 crore, rafting complex at Nadaun to developed with an outlay of Rs. 64 crore, construction of wellness centre at Banuti in district Shimla at Rs. 58.37 crore, wellness centre at Manali with an approximate budget of Rs. 45.25 crore, Ice Skating Rink cum Roller Skating Rink at Dharamshala with a cost of Rs. 39.51 crore, development of Ice Skating Rink cum Roller Skating Rink at Shimla with a cost of Rs. 34.85 crore, Wellness Centre at Kullu with an outlay Rs. 27.76 crore and restoration of Naggar Castle in  Kullu district to be done at a cost of Rs. 11.57 crore. The Chief Minister directed the officers to expedite the projects and complete within stipulated time period.

State Government has declared Kangra district as a Tourism Capital of the State and necessary tourism infrastructure was being created to facilitate the visitors. The Pong Dam would be transformed into an internationally renowned 'birders paradise' and would become a national centre for excellence in water sports. The Kangra airport was being expanded which will go a long way in attracting high end tourists to this region, stated Sh. Sukhu The Chief Minister informed that the number of tourists visiting Himachal Pradesh have significantly increased touching 1.13 crore uptill July, 2024.

Vice Chairman H.P. Tourism Development Board R.S. Bali, Chief Parliamentary Secretary Sunder Singh Thakur, Principal Secretary Devesh Kumar, Secretary to Chief Minister Rakesh Kanwar, Director Tourism Mansi Sahay,Managing Director HPTDC Rajiv Kumar and other senior officers attended the meeting.

Central Tibetan Administration meets CM Thakur Sukhu

 11th May 11, 2023 at 7:53 PM

Tibetan President explains the problems of the Tibetan community

Shimla: 11 May 2023: (Kartika Singh//Himachal Screen Desk)::

In Himachal There are many tourist places, many more places of other interest and many other important places too. Along with these, there are huge sources of knowledge in Himachal Pradesh. 

While discussing all these important and special things, the mention of the Tibetan community cannot be forgotten. If we ever talk to the people who have visited Himachal Pradesh for the first time, then it is known that the memories of the various places of interest of Himachal Pradesh and the style of the people living in Himachal Pradesh are still fresh in their hearts and minds. The memories of the Tibetan people are completely imprinted on the mind of the tourists and other peoples .

Significantly, it is also special to meet the tourists with polite nature in the way of business of Tibetan people, their method of worship. His hospitality is unforgettable. Tibetan people have been living there for a long time. During this, one or the other problem also comes in front of them. To solve these problems, Tibetans often meet the local administration as well. In this connection.

Chairman of the Central Tibetan Administration, Penpa Tsering met Chief Minister Thakur Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu here today and discussed various issues related to the Tibetan community living in Himachal Pradesh. Everyone has the hope that the Chief Minister will also take appropriate steps to solve their problems.

Himachal CM again acts as Good Samaritan

Monday 8th May 2023 at 2:48  PM

Extended financial assistance from self to rescue stranded children 

Shimla: 8th May, 2023: (Kartika Singh Shailly//Himachal Screen)::

A spokesperson of the State Government informed here today that Chief Minister, Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has given directions to the officers of the State Government to ensure safety and security of five Himachali students stuck in Manipur. 

The Chief Minister immediately responded to the text message of one of the students stuck in Manipur and intervened in the matter. He gave a financial assistance of Rs. 60,000 from his own pocket to handle the crisis immediately and meeting the travelling expenses of the students to return home safely. He passed on instructions to the officers of state government for taking necessary action for bringing back the students to their homes in Himachal Pradesh, told the spokesperson.

The State Government has made efforts for bringing five students back home including Simran, Sujal Kaundal and Ashwani Kumar from Mandi and Nawang Chhering from Kullu and Keshav Singh from Hamirpur. Three students were pursuing their studies in NIT Manipur at Imphal while other two were studying in Khumban Lampak Sports Complex, National Sports University in Imphal. He said that the students were flown from Imphal to Kolkata and they will reach New Delhi by evening today. State government is committed to the welfare and safety of every citizen of the state, added the spokesperson. 

The state government has issued telephone numbers for evacuation of other Himachalis from Manipur. The interested persons can contact on telephone numbers 89883-41921, 0177-2929688, 0177-2629439, he added. 

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CM releases a book on astrology

 31st December 2022 at 3:43 PM

Book 'Antadhavi' written by senior journalist Sanjay Thakur

Shimla: 31 December 2022: (Devbhoomi Screen//Himachal Screen Desk)::

Editing and Input By Kartika Singh

Day by day astrology is proving its strength. Astrology courses have been made and its education has also become a very good job. Fully educated astrologers are still active on a large scale. Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu has also released a book on astrology.

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu here today released a book ‘Antdhavi’ authored by senior journalist Sanjay Thakur. 

Chief Minister appreciated the efforts of the author and said that the book will go a long way to make the readers aware about various aspects of astrology.

Author of the book Sanjay Thakur said that Antdhavi is not a general book of astrology, but propounds the astrological scientific basis and scientific approach of astrology. 

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यही खबर हिंदी में भी है-देवभूमि स्क्रीन में-यहां क्लिक करें 

HP Govt.s decision to give Rs 500 festive grant

Thursday 29th December 2022 at 7:30 PM

So that the festivals do not fade away due to financial constraints

Symbolic Photo

Shimla: 29th December 2022: (Kartika Singh//Himachal Screen Desk)::

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Happiness among those living in child protection units, old age homes, Nari Seva Sadan, Shakti Sadan and special homes

The flight of poetry captures those moments which are not even in the fortune of everyone to see. Poetry reaches even those helpless people who have no one to listen to their sighs. Nowadays the days of festivals are going on. Remembering the lines of an unknown poet:

वो रोज रोज नहीं जलता साहब, 

मंदिर का दिया थोड़े ही है गरीब का चूल्हा है!

Wo Roz Roz Nahin Jalta Sahib, 

Mandir Ka Diya Thode hai, Greeb Ka Chulha Hai!

It doesn't burn everyday sir, the lamp of the temple is not enough, it is the poor's stove!

But in such a situation what to do when the festivals come? How to get rid of helplessness? What should one do if one's pocket is empty during the festival season? Realizing this pain, Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu has taken the essence of these people. The state government has reached out to these people so that their festivals do not fade away. 

Government provides Rs. 500 festive grant to residents of Model Children Home, Nari Seva Sadan and Institute for Children with Special Abilities. Upliftment of poor and downtrodden is the top most priority of present State Government and immediately after becoming the Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu is making all possible efforts to realize all the promises that the government has made during the election campaign. After taking the oath as the Chief Minister the very day he visited Balika Ashram and directed officials to provide all the necessary facilities to the students of this Ashram.  After assuming the reins of state the present State Government with a target to serve the humanity and for the betterment of people has taken many ambitious steps which would ensure the development of weaker section of society and would also strengthen their economic condition.      

Secretary Social Justice and Empowerment M. Sudha Devi today here said that in compliance to Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu's announcement to provide Festive grant to all Child Care Institutions, Old Age Homes, Nari Seva Sadan, Shakti Sadan, Special Homes etc. during his visit to Model Children Homes, Nari Seva Sadan and Institute for Children with Special Abilities at Dhalli on Wednesday the Government has issued notification to provide Rs. 500 to each resident of these institutions during festivals as festive grant.

She said that apart from the festive grant the government would also make special arrangements for the residents of these institutions during these festivals.  She said that these Festivals would includes Lohri and Makar Sakranti (Maghi) and Holi. 

M. Sudha Devi further said that Social Justice and Empowerment department would also perform the burning of Lohri fire, distribution of peanuts, rewari, gacchak, til ke ladoo, chikki (til), the  premises would be decorated and khichari would be made during the Lohri festival. She said that during Holi skin friendly organic colours, sweets gujjia would be distributed and special meals/festivals would be provided to all the residents of Child Care Institutions, Old Age Homes, Nari Seva Sadan, Sakti Sadan and Special Homes etc..  -0-

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यही खबर हिंदी में भी है-देवभूमि स्क्रीन में-यहां क्लिक करें 

500 year old handicrafts fair in Rampur city of Himachal

12-11-2013 पर प्रकाशित

Annual handicrafts fair in Himachal Pradesh to promoting tourism and local artisans.

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ये भारत देश है मेरा !

स्वतंत्रता दिवस के इस पावन त्यौहार पर हमें कुछ लिंक मिले हैं। इन लिंकस  में दो ऐसी तस्वीरें हैं जो इंसान की बराबरी पर सवाल खड़ा करती हैं। कुछ इसे लोगों के बारे में बताती हैं जिहें अभी पूजा पाठ की स्वतन्त्रता नहीं मिली। क्या सचमुच छूयाछात अभी जारी है ?

                                                                                                                                               दोनों तस्वीरें साभार 

इन् तस्वीरों की पोस्टिंग 4 दिसम्बर 2011 को हुई थी। क्या अब वहां कुछ बदला है।.....ये तुरंत स्पष्ट नहीं हो सका। स्वतन्त्रता दिवस के इस एतिहासिक दिवस पर आओ आज संकल्प लें की इंसान को बराबरी का हक दिलाने के लिए इस वर्ष कुछ और ठोस कदम उठाए जायेंगे।--रेक्टर कथूरिय!