Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, February 4–
CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today held discussions regarding the development priorities of MLAs from Hamirpur, Una and Sirmaur districts during the second and final session of the second day of MLA priority meetings. He said that MLAs plays a pivotal role of in the implementation of government schemes and invited their suggestions for the progress of the state. He said that the present state government was committed to making Himachal Pradesh a green energy state by 31st March, 2026 and had made significant strides in this direction.
He noted that the 32 MW Pekhubela Solar Power Project in Una district was inaugurated on 15th April 2024. Additionally, a 5 MW solar power project commenced operations in Bhanjal, Una district, on 30th November 2024, while the construction of the 10 MW Aghlaur Solar Power Project is nearing completion. The government is also actively harnessing hydropower, with HP set to establish the country’s first Green Hydrogen plant in Nalagarh.
The government was also prioritizing tourism development, with beautification works underway at four major temples Jwalamukhi, Naina Devi, Chintpurni and Baba Balaknathin the first phase, followed by similar initiatives for other temples.