CM Sukhu releases ₹15.75 crore for Shimla infrastructure
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has sanctioned ₹15.75 crore for schools, bridges, and roads in Shimla district to fulfill promises made to locals.
In a significant boost to rural development and educational facilities, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has sanctioned ₹15.75 crore for various infrastructure projects across the Shimla district. This financial release aims to fulfill specific promises made to residents and students during the state government's 'Sarkar Gaon Ke Dwar' programme.
Transforming School Infrastructure
A major portion of the allocated funds is dedicated to strengthening the educational landscape for children in remote areas. The Chief Minister has prioritized the construction of new school buildings to ensure better learning environments.
- Rachauli School: Following a direct request from a student during an interaction at Rampur School, ₹2 crore has been released for the construction of a new building for the Government Senior Secondary School, Rachauli.
- Kasha-Pat School: An additional ₹2 crore has been sanctioned for a new building at Kasha-Pat.
In total, ₹4 crore has been earmarked specifically for these critical educational infrastructure projects in Rachauli and Kasha-Pat.
Connectivity and Safety: Bridges and Roads
Beyond classrooms, the funds will address urgent connectivity and safety needs in the Rohru and Rampur assembly constituencies. The sanctioned amount covers nine developmental works designed to improve public facilities and transport safety.
Rohru Assembly Constituency Projects
In the Tanganu-Janglik Panchayat area, the government is addressing long-standing demands for better connectivity:
- Sundru Khad Bridge: ₹4 crore has been released for a new bridge over Sundru Khad.
- Barshil Bridge: ₹1 crore has been allocated for construction.
- Shishara Footbridge: ₹25 lakh has been sanctioned for a footbridge to aid local movement.
- Community Infrastructure: ₹50 lakh has been released for the construction of an Ambedkar Bhawan in Rohru.
Rampur Assembly Constituency Projects
Safety measures on hilly terrains have also been prioritized in the Kasha-Pat region of Rampur:
- Crash Barriers: ₹2 crore has been released for the installation of crash barriers from Dhandol to Kasha-Pat to prevent accidents.
- Road Improvement: Another ₹2 crore has been sanctioned for the improvement of the Jabal-Khabal road, which includes the installation of additional crash barriers.
From Promises to Progress
The Himachal government stated that the 'Sarkar Gaon Ke Dwar' initiative is evolving into a powerful mechanism for governance. Rather than just being a platform for public interaction, it is now serving as a direct pipeline to translate local grievances and verbal commitments into tangible on-ground development. The Planning Department has already forwarded the necessary sanction letters to the Public Works Department to ensure these works begin without delay.