Himachal Pradesh News
Drone Ban at Atal Tunnel Ahead of President Murmu’s Lahaul-Spiti Visit
The Lahaul-Spiti administration has declared the Atal Tunnel North Portal and surrounding areas a no-drone zone ahead of President Droupadi Murmu’s proposed visit on October 7. Tourism activities, including zipline and river rafting, will also remain suspended from October 5 to 7.
Parbati Tunnel Leak Triggers Road Blockade, Tourists Stranded in Sainj
A road blockade following leakage from the ADIT-V tunnel of the Parbati Hydroelectric Project Stage-II has left a large number of tourists stranded in Bhatkanda in Himachal Pradesh’s Sainj valley for several days
Caspian Cobra Bites Claim 2 Lives in Chamba; First Cases Recorded in India
Two human fatalities caused by Caspian cobra bites in Himachal Pradesh’s Chamba district have raised serious concerns among health experts, marking India’s first such recorded deaths and sparking questions regarding the effectiveness of available anti-snake venom.
Himachal Government Moves to Reclaim Dhaulasidh Project; CM Sukhu Counters Anurag Thakur on Medical College
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu laid the foundation stone of the ₹31.19 crore Sadhora Pattan bridge over the Beas river. He also announced reclaiming the Dhaulasidh power project and shared updates on key health and infrastructure projects.
Himachal Pensioners Issue 15-Day Ultimatum to Government, Warn of Major Stir in Shimla If Demands Not Met
Himachal Pradesh pensioners have issued a 15-day ultimatum to the state government, threatening to intensify their agitation and march to Shimla during the winter Assembly session if their long-pending financial liabilities and various key demands are not met.
Shri Naina Devi Temple Kitchen Entry Row Escalates: Head Priest Defends SDM, Casteist Slur Charges Filed Against Complainant
A row over SDM Dharmpal Choudhary's entry into the Shri Naina Devi temple kitchen took a new turn after Head Priest Prabhat Sharma defended the official, rejecting claims of tradition violations and demanding action against the complainant for casteist remarks.
Himachal High Court Cracks Down on Local Obstruction of Strategic India-China Border Road
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has directed the Kinnaur administration to ensure uninterrupted construction of a strategic Indo-China border road. The single bench warned of contempt proceedings if local residents continue to obstruct the high-altitude ITBP infrastructure project.
BJP MLA Sudhir Sharma Denies Links to Accused in Land Scam, Alleges Political Vendetta
Dharamshala BJP MLA and former minister Sudhir Sharma has denied any connection with Nek Ram, arrested in a Rs 13 crore land scam case, claiming he is being targeted due to political rivalry.
Himachal Mountaineer Baljeet Kaur to Receive Tenzing Norgay Adventure Award
Baljeet Kaur, an extreme athlete from Himachal Pradesh's Solan district, will be conferred the prestigious Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award 2024 by President Droupadi Murmu for her remarkable achievements in mountaineering.
Centre Initiates DPR Process for 4 Major Himachal Ropeway Projects
The Union Government has initiated steps to connect four major spiritual and tourist hubs in Himachal Pradesh via ropeway networks under Parvatmala Pariyojana. Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) are currently being prepared by the NHLM to boost tourism and ease travel.
