International Literacy Day
The Ministry of Education celebrated International Literacy Day 2025 with the theme 'Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era'. Himachal Pradesh became the fifth fully literate State/UT in India, joining Tripura, Mizoram, Goa, and Ladakh. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized the importance of literacy as a means of
NHAI
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) is undertaking restoration work on the Kiratpur-Pandoh-Kullu-Manali section of NH-21 in Himachal Pradesh, following severe floods and cloudbursts that caused significant damage. The restoration will address ten completely washed away and five partially damaged locations, ensuring connectivity to the tourist town of Manali.
Himachal Pradesh
Shri Shiv Pratap Shukla, the Governor of Himachal Pradesh, met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on July 29, 2025. The meeting was announced via the PMO India handle on X, highlighting the ongoing communication between state and central government officials. Source: Original Link
Mandi accident
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences for the lives lost in a tragic accident in Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. He announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs. 2 lakh for the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 for the injured, emphasizing his sorrow and support for the affected
Tribal Affairs
The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, highlighted the initiatives under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs aimed at promoting self-employment among tribal communities in Himachal Pradesh. Key programs include the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Vikas Mission (PMJVM) which supports tribal entrepreneurship and the National Scheduled Tribes Finance
Himachal Pradesh
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed the establishment of a multi-sectoral central team to address the increasing frequency and intensity of natural disasters in Himachal Pradesh. This team will include experts from various institutions to assess damage from recent floods and landslides. The Central Government has also approved significant
TRAI
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) conducted an Independent Drive Test (IDT) in May 2025 to evaluate mobile network performance across various routes in Himachal Pradesh, including Una and Mandi. The tests assessed voice and data services, revealing mixed results in call setup success rates and data speeds. Notably,
CPA Conference
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla will inaugurate the Annual Conference of Zone II of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) India Region in Dharamshala from June 30 to July 1, 2025. The conference, themed 'Good Governance in the Digital Era,' will feature discussions on legislative issues, including resource management
Himachal Pradesh
The High-Level Committee chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah has approved Rs. 2006.40 crore in central assistance for Himachal Pradesh's recovery and reconstruction following the 2023 floods, landslides, and cloudbursts. This funding is part of a broader initiative by the Indian government to support states during
ESIC Hospital
Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated a newly constructed 30-bedded ESIC Hospital in Kala Amb, Himachal Pradesh, emphasizing the government's commitment to healthcare for workers. The hospital, which can be upgraded to 100 beds, aims to provide quality healthcare services under the ESI scheme. Dr. Mandaviya announced plans
ESIC Hospital
Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya will inaugurate a newly constructed 30-bedded ESIC Hospital at Kala Amb, Himachal Pradesh on May 31, 2025. The hospital, built at a cost of Rs. 100 crore, is designed to serve over 1 lakh beneficiaries and is upgradable to 100 beds. It will provide essential