In a major boost to regional infrastructure and public welfare, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 12 key development projects worth ₹233.55 crore in the Dehra Assembly constituency of Kangra district. The announcements come a day after he dedicated projects worth ₹100 crore, underlining his government’s focused push for equitable and accelerated development in the region.
The Chief Minister’s visit saw a packed schedule of inaugurations, foundation laying ceremonies, and public addresses—signaling the government’s commitment to inclusive progress, public service delivery, and infrastructure modernization in lesser-served areas.
Key Projects Inaugurated Today
Chief Minister Sukhu inaugurated the newly established Circle Office of the Jal Shakti Vibhag in Dehra and the building of the Superintending Engineer, Operation Circle, Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Limited (HPSEBL). The electricity board facility is expected to benefit nearly five lakh residents by streamlining power operations in the area.
He also formally opened the Administrative-cum-Academic Block at Government Degree College Dhaliara, constructed at a cost of ₹7.26 crore, and a new bridge over the Narad Khad on Sunhet–Bassi Road in Gram Panchayat Bada, developed with an investment of ₹1.75 crore.
In a symbolic gesture of heritage and pride, the Chief Minister also unveiled a statue of Emperor Prithviraj Chauhan at the Dehra Bypass, completed with an outlay of ₹10 lakh. Speaking on the occasion, he emphasized the importance of remembering historical icons and reiterated his government’s inclusive development philosophy that transcends caste, region, and political affiliations.
Major Projects for Future Development
The Chief Minister also laid the foundation stones for a number of high-value infrastructure initiatives:
- ₹38 crore Circuit House in Dehra, aimed at boosting administrative capacity and hospitality services.
- ₹26.82 crore Critical Care Block at Civil Hospital, Dehra, which will significantly enhance emergency and intensive healthcare services.
- Combined Office Building at Dehra, proposed with a whopping ₹99 crore investment to streamline multiple departmental services under one roof.
- ₹4.73 crore for a new Forest Rest House, enhancing eco-tourism and forest management capabilities in the area.
- Two new bridges on Sunhet–Bassi Road, including one over the Dehi Khad (₹4.12 crore) and another over Dhaliara Khad (₹8.77 crore), to improve connectivity and rural access.
- ₹43 crore water treatment facility supporting 24 water supply schemes, using advanced UV and gaseous chlorination techniques, to ensure safe and clean drinking water for Dehra’s population.
CM Emphasizes Transparent, Non-Discriminatory Governance
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Sukhu reaffirmed his government’s pledge to ensure development without discrimination, stating that every section of society deserves access to quality public infrastructure and essential services.
“Our government is not focused on just building roads or buildings, but on creating a dignified life for every citizen of Himachal. Be it health, education, power, or water—no citizen will be left behind,” he asserted.
The ambitious infrastructure rollout is expected to generate significant employment opportunities, stimulate economic activity, and improve the quality of life for thousands of families in and around Dehra. Observers also note that such sustained efforts reflect the government’s long-term developmental roadmap for rural Himachal Pradesh.
As the state prepares for upcoming political and administrative milestones, the projects launched today further cement the CM’s image as a grassroots leader with a modern vision.
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