"One of them is the Dharampur-Kotli route, and the other is National Highway 21 (NH-5). Some portions have been reopened, but landslides and rockslides continue to disrupt access. The situation is dynamic--routes are being cleared but get blocked again due to falling debris," Negi said.
Amidst ongoing monsoon-related devastation in Himachal Pradesh, the state's Revenue, Horticulture, and Tribal Development Minister Jagat Singh Negi has taken a sharp swipe at actor-turned-politician and Mandi MP Kangana Ranaut, saying there is a huge difference between "what one says and
He also accused the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) of carrying out "unscientific and dangerous" construction work across the state, leading to massive damage to lives and property.
The case was filed based on a complaint by Achal Jindal, Manager (Technical) at NHAI, who has accused the minister of assault and verbal abuse during a site visit in the Bhattakufer area on Monday, following the collapse of a five-storey building.
Earlier today, a high-level committee chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah approved Rs 2,006.40 crore in central assistance to Himachal Pradesh under its Recovery and Reconstruction plan following floods, landslides, and cloudburst incidents in 2023.
Horticulture Minister of Himachal Pradesh Jagat Singh Negi on Wednesday chaired a key review meeting with the Horticulture Department and senior officials to discuss preparations for the upcoming apple season. Speaking to reporters after the meeting in Shimla, Negi said that the government w
Jagat Negi, Revenue and Horticulture Minister in the Himachal Pradesh government and MLA from Kinnaur, responded to the court's decision and said, "I haven't read the order yet. Only after understanding the points raised by the High Court for handing over the case to the CBI will I be able t
This comes after apple farmers in Himachal Pradesh have demanded a complete ban on the import of Turkish apples into India, citing Turkey's political stance during heightened tensions between India and Pakistan.
Himachal Pradesh Minister Vikramaditya Singh said the department's work is poor despite enough funds. He blamed bad contractors and officials. He ordered performance ratings and warned action against those who do not perform, including blacklisting contractors.
Reacting to recent statements made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding cross-border issues and national security, Shandil said that all country people are united on the issue.
Himachal Pradesh Industry Minister Harshvardhan Chauhan, on Monday said the Congress government remains united under Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and will complete its full term.