Former Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur on the central government allocating a budget of Rs 2,911 crore for the expansion of railways in Himachal. Narendra Modi Has expressed gratitude. In a statement issued in Shimla he said that this Budget This is 27 times more than during the UPA regime, which shows the Centre’s seriousness towards the connectivity of Himachal.
Taking aim at Chief Minister Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu, Jai Ram Thakur said that despite full support from the Centre, the state government is affecting the projects due to its negligence. He alleged that the Sukhu government is not contributing its share in the expansion of the rail network. Due to delays the cost of projects is continuously increasing. The Chief Minister should leave aside political animosity and cooperate in development works so that the dream of better rail connectivity can be realized.
‘Government violating constitutional rights’
Jairam Thakur also raised sharp questions on the delay in preparations for Panchayat elections. He said that even after the deadline has passed, the voter list has not been published in 10 out of 12 districts. Despite the order of the Honorable High Court, the election process is being deliberately delayed. The Chief Minister should clarify whether the court orders are being disobeyed on his instructions or are his subordinate officers doing their own thing?
‘US tariff cut is PM Modi’s diplomatic victory’
Jairam Thakur described America’s decision to reduce tariffs on Indian products as historic. He said that reducing the duty on Made in India products to 18% is a diplomatic success of Prime Minister Modi. This will not only provide global market to Indian small scale industries and startups, but will also give new identity to Indian talent on the international platform.
Condolences on Uttarakhand bus accident
Jairam Thakur has expressed deep condolence over the accident of HRTC bus going from Chaupal to Paonta Sahib in Kwanu, Uttarakhand. Praying for the peace of the departed souls, he urged the Himachal and Uttarakhand governments to provide prompt and better health facilities to all the injured.