Himachal is a mountainous state and its principal cash crop is apple. It is also known for its adventure tourism activities including ice skating in Shimla and paragliding at Bir Billing, as well as its Buddhist monasteries.
Himachal Pradesh became a full-fledged state on 25 January 1971 after certain areas of Punjab were transferred to it.
Himachal Pradesh Budget 2023-24
The Himachal Pradesh government has announced the annual budget for 2023-24. It will include Rs 38,000 crore, which is a decrease of 2 per cent from the previous year. The state government will raise Rs 16,000 crore through its own resources, while the remaining amount will come from central grants and loans.
The budget will include a number of initiatives for boosting tourism in the state. For example, Kangra will be made the tourist capital and heliports will be built in all 12 districts to boost connectivity. It will also develop a mobile application to report stray animals, and will set up an online portal to eliminate delays in providing benefits. The budget will also focus on enhancing healthcare facilities in the state. Casualty wards in all hospitals will be upgraded, and doctors will be given drones to monitor the environment around them.
In addition, the state will create a fund to support entrepreneurs in the tourism sector. This will help local communities to generate more jobs, and will increase the state’s revenue. The budget will also allocate funds to promote horticulture, fish farming, and agro-forestry.
It will also provide 40 per cent subsidy for setting up solar power projects on private land. It will also launch a new program to attract private investment in hydropower. It will also establish an energy storage system project, which will make it easier for people to store electricity. The budget will also give the youth of Himachal Pradesh the right to own their homes.
Lastly, the budget will also provide financial assistance to MGNREGS workers and small traders. It will also improve the condition of roads and bridges, and will establish a water supply and sanitation department. The state will also increase the allocation for education and healthcare. It will also promote agri-based exports and establish a revolving fund for the development of cooperatives. It will also increase the number of Lok Mitra Kendras and implement a digital registry for citizens to easily access information about government schemes. This will save time and money for residents.
Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly
The Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly is the unicameral legislature of the state of Himachal Pradesh in India. The assembly consists of 68 members who are directly elected from single-seat constituencies. It has a term of five years, and it can only be dissolved by the Governor or with a majority vote in the House.
The Assembly is based in Shimla, the capital of Himachal Pradesh. It has 14 House Committees. It also includes a number of Standing Committees. In addition, the assembly is also responsible for appointing and dismissing the Chief Minister, the Speaker, the Deputy Speaker, the Leader of the Opposition, and the Cabinet. It is also responsible for approving the state budget and other bills.
Himachal Pradesh BJP chief spokesperson Randhir Sharma claims the party will win a full majority in the 68-member state assembly. He alleged that the Congress high command is trying to divert attention by talking about EVMs and horse-trading. He said the BJP will return to power with full majority and that many top leaders have already won their seats.
BJP Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur is leading from the Seraj seat with close to 15 thousand votes. He is followed by the Congress candidate Chet Ram with close to 4 thousand votes. The Aam Aadmi Party, which contested the elections for the first time, has failed to emerge as a strong third force.
The state government is planning to set up 20 new medical colleges, double the number of mobile health clinics in the state, and increase scholarships for students. It will also introduce free education up to the tenth standard, ensure permanent teacher posts for students and prevent private schools from exorbitantly raising fees. The government will also invest in building more roads.
The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet on 16 February 2023 approved the guidelines for ‘Mukhya Mantri Sukh-Ashray Yojana’ that covers orphans, specially abled children, destitute women, and senior citizens. It will also provide for a monthly pension of Rs 1000 to those who are below the poverty line, and free treatment to patients suffering from kidney disease and cancer.
Himachal Pradesh High Court
The Himachal Pradesh High Court is a constitutional authority of the state. Its jurisdiction is limited to the state of Himachal Pradesh, and it can hear both civil and criminal cases. The Court is headquartered in the city of Shimla. Its working hours are from 10 am to 1 pm and from 2pm to 4:15 pm on weekdays, with Saturdays being non-working days.
The court was established by the Central Government on 15 August 1948 through the Himachal Pradesh (Courts) Order of 1948. It was housed at Harvingtan in Kelston area of Shimla and vested with the powers of a High Court under the Judicial Commissioner’s Court Act of 1950. Two District and Sessions Judges and 27 subordinate courts were also set up.
Since then, the Himachal Pradesh High Court has progressed by leaps and bounds. Currently, it has eleven Judges, including the Chief Justice. The Court is a small one, but it has a place of pride in the judicial milieu of our country. The court is governed by the Himachal Pradesh High Court Rules of Procedure and Practice, and follows the guidelines of the Supreme Court of India.
Recently, the High Court ruled that the state of Himachal Pradesh must be a unified unit and its division into the various districts must be abolished. The judgment was made by a bench of Justices D Y Chandrachud and A S Bopanna. The judges also discussed aspects of judgment writing, reminding judges that their verdicts must make sense to the people whose lives and businesses are affected by them.
The judges also discussed the importance of ensuring that the judiciary is free from partisanship and political interference, and emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in the work of the judiciary. They also highlighted the role of the judiciary in ensuring that the rule of law is followed and upheld in the state of Himachal Pradesh. The judges commended the efforts of the High Court in achieving these goals and urged them to continue their work for the sake of the common people.
Himachal Pradesh Government
The State of Himachal Pradesh is a hilly region of northern India. It has a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant tourist industry. It is a popular destination for visitors from across the country and abroad. Tourism contributes a significant share of the State’s economy. The State government has made great efforts to develop the tourism sector in Himachal. In order to attract more tourists, the government has introduced several new schemes. nvonews of Himachal Pradesh is also famous for its various natural beauty and picturesque locations.
The Himachal Pradesh government recently announced a budget with many sops for the common people. The sops include subsidies for electric vehicles, as well as for the purchase of solar panels. The State government is also working to replace diesel-run buses with battery-powered ones.
Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, who took office as Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister on December 11 this year, has promised to make the State a green state. He has announced sops such as a subsidy on the purchase of electric scooty for girls studying in government schools. He has also increased the Members of the Legislative Assembly Local Area Development Scheme (MLALAD) fund.
Himachal Pradesh has a diverse economic base, with sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and mining contributing significantly to the state’s economy. It is also known for its tourist attractions, which attract millions of visitors from across the country and abroad. The State is home to a number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The basic governmental structure of Himachal Pradesh is determined by the Constitution of India. It is headed by a governor, who is appointed by the President of India. The governor is assisted by a Council of Ministers, which is responsible to the directly elected Legislative Assembly. The state is divided into districts, which are further subdivided into several subdivisions. The smallest administrative unit is the village.
The state’s economy is largely dependent on the agriculture and tourism industries. The Government of Himachal Pradesh is committed to promoting sustainable tourism and encouraging more domestic and foreign investment in the state. It is also focusing on expanding public utility services, such as roads, communications, and airports. It is striving to become “a destination for all seasons and all reasons.”
