CM Sukhu Gets Rousing Reception at Dharamshala

: Category: Latest; Published: 03 January 2023

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DHARAMSHALA: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu got a rousing reception at Dharamshala today the moment he landed at Police Ground Helipad to preside over a mega 'Jan Aabhar Rally'.

Accompanied by state Congress co-incharge, Tajinder Singh Bittu, Sukhu visited Dharamshala for the first time after he was sworn in as the Chief Minister on 11^th December, 2022.

"I heartily honour the massive mandate given by the people of the Kangra in the assembly elections", he said.

"I assure that special focus would be laid for the development of the district in all spheres", he said while interacting with the media.

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu stated this while addressing a mammoth ‘Jan Aabhar Rally’ organized at Zorawar Stadium, Dharamshala to express gratitude to the people of Kangra district for their massive mandate in favour of Congress Party in the recently held the assembly elections.

The Chief Minister said that the present State Government was here not to enjoy power, but for bringing a change in the system.

"We have decided to set up ‘Chief Minister's Sukhashray Sahayata Kosh’ with an outlay of Rs 101 crore so that it can meet the basic educational facilities of the children and destitute women".

The State Government will bear the entire expenditure on skill development education, higher education and vocational training of such children.

They will also be given financial assistance from time to time, as well, so that they can lead a respectable life, he added

Launching a scathing attack on the previous BJP Government for opening over 900 institutions in different parts of the State without any budgetary provisions, he said that this was simply done to lure the people and with an eye on assembly elections haphazard announcements were made.

The present State Government cracked a big paper scam going on since the tenure of the BJP Government in the Himachal Pradesh Staff Selection Commission, Hamirpur, which had became a den of selling question papers.

Taking a bold decision our government suspended the functioning of the Commission. The present State Government will ensure free and fair examinations for different posts, he said.

Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that the State Government would implement all the ten guarantees as promised in the congress manifesto during assembly elections in a phased manner.

Government will implement Old Pension Scheme (OPS) in its first cabinet. Besides, a decision to provide Rs. 1500 to the women in the age group of 18 to 60 years would also be taken soon.

Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri, while addressing the audience took a jibe at BJP leaders and remarked that it seems that these leaders were finding it difficult to digest defeat and thus were issuing baseless statements.

He said that the people of the State have completely discarded the so called BJPs double engine Government. He said that jobs were on sale during the tenure of the previous BJP regime whereas our State Government after coming to power immediately suspended the working of HPSSC.

He advised the BJP leaders to play a role of a responsible opposition.

The State Government in the last about 21 days of its tenure has taken some historic decisions, said Mukesh Agnihotri, adding further that Rs. 101 crore 'Chief Minister Sukhashray Sahayata Kosh' has been established to ensure that lesser privileged children can get adequate financial assistance for higher education as per their choice.

Member of Parliament and State Congress President, Smt. Pratibha Singh thanked the people of the State for their wholehearted support in the assembly elections.

It was due to the support and love of the people that the Congress Party was able to form the Government in the State, she said.

The party organization and the State Government would work with complete unison to ensure that the pace of development gets added vigor so that Himachal can emerge as a model State in matter of development.

MLA, Dharamshala, Sudhir Sharma assured the Chief Minister of full support and cooperation from the entire MLAs of Kangra district.

He hoped that the State would forge ahead on the path of progress and prosperity under the able leadership of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.

MLA, Nagrota Bagwan, R.S Bali said that people of the district have reposed full faith in the Government and the Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.

He said that every common man of the State was fortunate that a grass-root party worker has risen to the highest post of the Chief Minister.

Earlier, MLA, Shahpur, Kewal Singh Pathania welcomed the Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, State Congress President and other dignitaries present on the occasion.

State Congress Co-Incharge Sanjay Dutt, Secretary AICC Tajinder Singh Bittu, Pro-tem Speaker Chander Kumar, Congress MLAs, Political Advisor to the Chief Minister Sunil Sharma, Principal Advisor (Media) to the Chief Minister Naresh Chauhan, Principal Advisor IT and Innovation Gokul Butail and other senior officers were present on the occasion among others.

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Sword of Uncertainty Over Six CPSs’ Fate Temporarily Lifted: Relief for Sukhu Government

In a major relief to the Himachal Pradesh government, the Supreme Court has stayed the High Court’s directive to initiate disqualification proceedings against six MLAs who were appointed as Chief Parliamentary Secretaries (CPSs).

This decision, welcomed by Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, has brought a temporary reprieve to his administration, which was grappling with the political and legal ramifications of the High Court’s order.

The Himachal Pradesh High Court had earlier quashed the appointments of the six CPSs, deeming them unconstitutional, and directed the Assembly Speaker to initiate disqualification proceedings under the anti-defection law.

However, the Supreme Court’s stay has effectively paused the implementation of this directive, offering the government some breathing space to strategize its next legal move.

CM Sukhu Hails Supreme Court’s Clarity

Speaking to media persons in New Delhi, CM Sukhu expressed his satisfaction with the Supreme Court’s interpretation, which he said provided much-needed clarity on the matter.

"The relief granted by the Supreme Court is significant, and we will deliberate on the next steps after considering all legal aspects,” he said.

The Chief Minister also emphasized that the apex court’s interpretation differed from paragraph 50 of the High Court’s verdict, which had been the basis of the controversial directive.

Opposition’s “Childish” Behavior Criticized

Shifting his focus to the opposition, Sukhu took a sharp jab at their tactics, describing their behavior as “childish” and lacking focus on real issues.

“There are no controversies here, but their behavior is simply immature. From toilet tax to ‘Samosa Politics,’ they are just distracting from the real issues,” he said.

Sukhu accused the opposition BJP of attempting to create diversions because of its failure to make a dent in the Congress’s strength during the Vidhan Sabha elections.

“Their ‘Operation Lotus’ was decisively rejected by the people, and Congress retained its 40-seat strength. Now, they resort to personal attacks to divert attention from our welfare schemes,” he added.

Relief Amid Mounting Challenges

The Supreme Court’s stay on the High Court’s order has momentarily eased the pressure on the Sukhu government, but the sword of uncertainty continues to hang over the six MLAs who served as CPSs.

With questions around their appointments still unresolved, the case remains a legal minefield.

The CPS appointments had drawn criticism for allegedly violating constitutional provisions, which prohibit the creation of such posts without legislative backing.

The High Court’s scathing remarks and the directive for disqualification had added fuel to the controversy, creating a storm in the state’s political landscape.

While the Supreme Court’s intervention provides temporary relief, the Sukhu government must now prepare for a protracted legal battle to defend the appointments and protect its legislative majority.

Opposition’s Counterattacks

The BJP, meanwhile, has been quick to pounce on the issue, accusing the government of flouting constitutional norms for political convenience. Party leaders have argued that the CPS appointments were a backdoor way to reward loyalists, a claim that Sukhu has staunchly denied.

The opposition’s attacks, combined with the ongoing legal scrutiny, highlight the precarious nature of the government’s position. For now, the Supreme Court’s decision is a welcome pause, but the final word on the matter could still have far-reaching consequences for the political stability of Himachal Pradesh.

Sukhu’s Call for Responsibility

Amid the controversy, Sukhu reiterated his commitment to governance and welfare. He called on the opposition to act responsibly and raise issues that matter to the common man.

“Significant progress has been made in improving the socio-economic status of the underprivileged during this tenure, and that remains our priority,” he stated.

With the legal wrangling far from over, the fate of the six CPSs—and the stability of the Sukhu government—remains inextricably tied to the unfolding courtroom drama.

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CM Sukhu Gets Rousing Reception at Dharamshala

"We have decided to set up ‘Chief Minister's Sukhashray Sahayata Kosh’ with an outlay of Rs 101 crore so that it can meet the basic educational facilities of the children and destitute women".

Taking a bold decision our government suspended the functioning of the Commission. The present State Government will ensure free and fair examinations for different posts, he said.

Member of Parliament and State Congress President, Smt. Pratibha Singh thanked the people of the State for their wholehearted support in the assembly elections.

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