The Impressive TimesNew Delhi 20,March,2025: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi today to discuss key financial matters related to the state. The meeting focused on strengthening economic policies, enhancing financial aid, and accelerating ongoing development projects in Himachal Pradesh.
During the discussion, CM Sukhu highlighted the state’s financial requirements, emphasizing the need for special assistance from the central government to support infrastructure projects, disaster management efforts, and sustainable economic development.
The Himachal CM sought financial aid for sectors like:
Disaster Relief & Rehabilitation – Addressing damages caused by recent natural calamities. Infrastructure Development – Enhancing roads, bridges, and power projects. Tourism & Agriculture Growth – Strengthening revenue-generating sectors. Green Energy Initiatives – Expanding hydro and solar power capacity.
The Chief Minister urged the Union Finance Minister to consider additional budgetary allocations and special financial packages for Himachal Pradesh, given the state’s unique geographical challenges and economic constraints.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman acknowledged the concerns raised by CM Sukhu and assured the Centre’s support for the state’s financial stability. She appreciated the Himachal government’s efforts in sustainable development and suggested exploring new revenue generation models and central schemes to boost economic growth.
The Union Minister also assured that pending central funds for various projects in Himachal Pradesh would be released in a timely manner, ensuring smooth execution of key developmental initiatives.
CM Sukhu expressed gratitude to FM Nirmala Sitharaman for her continued support and reaffirmed Himachal Pradesh’s commitment to fiscal discipline, transparent governance, and holistic development. He emphasized that a strong partnership between the state and central government would ensure faster economic recovery and create new opportunities for the people of Himachal Pradesh.
The meeting marks an important step in strengthening centre-state financial collaboration, ensuring that Himachal Pradesh continues on its path of growth and sustainability with the backing of the Union Government.
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