CM Sukhu Announces ₹416 Cr Development Boost for Rohru and Rampur
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu dedicated 89 projects worth ₹415.80 crore in Rohru and Rampur, boosting education, health, and apple farming.
In a massive push for regional development, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has dedicated 89 development projects worth Rs 415.80 crore to the people of Shimla district. During a three-day intensive visit to the Rohru and Rampur Assembly constituencies, the Chief Minister addressed critical local needs ranging from infrastructure and education to healthcare and agriculture.
Major Infrastructure and Constituency Breakdown
The development package is strategically distributed to cater to the specific requirements of the two visited regions. The breakdown of the allocated funds is as follows:
- Rohru Assembly Constituency: 61 projects worth Rs 182.87 crore.
- Rampur Assembly Constituency: 28 projects worth Rs 232.93 crore.
To ensure direct engagement with the grassroots, the Chief Minister stayed overnight in remote areas such as Bhatwari in Rohru and Kasha-Pat in Rampur, allowing him to hear grievances firsthand from residents regarding drinking water, roads, and community facilities.
Boosting Agriculture and Local Economy
Recognizing the backbone of the state's economy, CM Sukhu made significant announcements to support farmers and dairy producers:
- Apple Growers: Under the Market Intervention Scheme (MIS), the procurement price for apples will increase by Rs 1 per kg, rising from Rs 12 to Rs 13 per kilogram.
- Milk Producers: A hike in the support price for milk was announced, effective from December 1.
- Road Connectivity: To assist apple growers in transporting produce, Rs 36 crore has been sanctioned for the construction of the Tikker-Jarol-Gahan road.
Transforming Education and Healthcare
The Chief Minister responded directly to requests from students and local communities to upgrade essential services. In a major move for the education sector, several schools—including Jangla, Chirgaon, Dhamwari, and Taklech—are set to be brought under the CBSE system.
Specific educational investments include:
- Rs 2 crore for a new school building at PM Shri Government Model Senior Secondary School, Rohru.
- Rs 2 crore for a new school building at Kasha-Pat, including the development of a village playground.
- Rs 2 crore for the construction of the Government Senior Secondary School building in Racholi.
In terms of healthcare, the Community Health Centre in Sandasu will be upgraded to a Civil Hospital. Additionally, a new Sub-Tehsil will open at Samarkot, and a survey has been ordered to establish an SDM office at Chirgaon.
Social Welfare and Safety
Beyond infrastructure, the Chief Minister focused on social security and public health. At Nogli, financial assistance exceeding Rs 5.78 crore was distributed to 1,471 registered workers and their dependents through the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Addressing social issues, Sukhu participated in Anti-Chitta rallies in both constituencies, reaffirming the state government's mission to ensure Himachal Pradesh remains a drug-free state. He also provided grants of Rs 5 lakh each to Mahila Mandals and promised to make the Barshil Bridge motorable to improve local mobility.