Himachal: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu in remote village of Rampur assembly constituency of Shimla district. Kasha Pat Stayed overnight in. The Chief Minister directly met the villagers here, heard their problems and made several announcements related to the development of the village. He for the construction of new school building in Kasha Pat Rs 2 crore Announced to give. He also talked about making efforts towards developing a sports ground in the village and starting a bus service from Kasha Pat to Rampur via Taklech.
Chief Minister's night stay in the village for the first time
Chief Minister Sukhu reached Kasha Pat after attending the program at Bhatwadi in Rohru assembly constituency under the 'Government Village Door' program. On reaching the village the villagers welcomed him with traditional musical instruments and honored him in traditional attire.
Cultural programs were organized in the village till late night. Chief Minister with the villagers Natti dance Also took part. After this he rested for the night at the house of local resident Supan Das. According to the villagers, this was the first night stay of a Chief Minister in Kasha Pat.
Rs 2 crore will be given for the new school building
The Chief Minister announced Rs 2 crore for the construction of a new school building in the village. He said that the aim of the government is to ensure that children living in remote areas do not face problems in getting education.
Also in Kasha Pat to develop sports fields Was also announced. The Chief Minister assured the villagers that the government will also consider other appropriate demands of the area.
Bus service will start from Kasha Pat to Rampur
Due to being an inaccessible area, the people of Kasha Pat also face the problem of transportation. In view of this, the Chief Minister Bus service till Rampur via Taklech Told about making efforts towards starting it.
According to the government, this bus service will provide convenience to children in commuting to school and the movement of villagers to Rampur will also be easier. A plan to provide incentives to local people to start bus services has also been mentioned. If a local person starts this service by purchasing a bus worth up to Rs 30 lakh, then the government will 40 percent subsidy It has been said to give. Apart from this, the bus owner was also informed about financial assistance of Rs 50,000 every month for five years.
Government's focus on development of remote areas
The Chief Minister said that he himself comes from a rural background and he believes that without economic prosperity in the villages, the state cannot be completely prosperous. The government aims to connect remote and inaccessible areas with the mainstream of development.
He said that due to large part of Himachal Pradesh being forest area, there are challenges like getting permission from the Forest Department for construction of roads. Despite this, the government is working on improving roads, education, transport and other basic facilities in remote areas.
Promotion of women's groups and tourism also
During his visit to Kasha Pat, the Chief Minister Rs 5-5 lakh for construction of buildings of Mahila Mandals Announced to give to those who do not have their own building. Mahila Mandals, which already have buildings, were asked to give Rs 1 lakh each to purchase necessary equipment and other items.
Apart from this, homestay is also being promoted in the village. The Chief Minister gave certificates of homestay registration to four people. He says that through homestay, along with promoting tourism in remote areas, new employment and income opportunities can be created for the local people.
Message of awareness on social issues also
During the program, awareness programs were also organized on social issues like drug addiction and female foeticide. The Chief Minister appealed to the people to work together against social evils.
At the same time, to encourage young girls performing in cultural programs 1 lakh rupees An announcement was also made to give. Prize money was also given to the winners of the painting exhibition organized on the occasion of World Tourism Week.