Rs. 86 crore winery to strengthen horticulture sector, create employment opportunities
Punjab Newsline, Shimla, November 21-
CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said here today that the Himachal Pradesh Horticulture Produce Marketing and Processing Corporation (HPMC) will establish a winery at Parala, located in Theog of Shimla district. The winery, to be build with an estimated cost of Rs. 86 crore, is expected to boost the state’s horticulture sector while opening up new employment opportunities for local residents.
The Chief Minister said that the State Government had granted a license to the HPMC to proceed with the establishment of the winery. He said that this initiative would significantly benefit the fruit growers of Himachal Pradesh by providing them with better and more remunerative prices for their produce, particularly apples, peaches and plums. "The winery at Parala represents a major step forward in value addition to horticultural produce, ensuring not only economic empowerment of the growers but also enhancing the state's reputation as a hub for quality fruit-based products," said Sh. Sukhu.
He further added that the project aligns with the government's commitment to strengthen the horticulture and agriculture sectors by promoting modern infrastructure and innovative solutions.