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Hans India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Former Himachal CM calls on PM Modi, seeks ‘area-specific' relief package
New Delhi: With the loss pegged at over Rs 1,200 crore, former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Jairam Thakur on Monday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and apprised him of the damage caused in disaster-affected areas of the state while seeking an 'area-specific' relief package for rehabilitation. The Prime Minister took detailed information about the damage and assured all possible support in reconstruction and rehabilitation in the disaster-affected areas. Jairam Thakur said the Prime Minister was apprised that not only houses but also agricultural lands were washed away in the calamity that occurred on the night of June 30. 'Now people do not even have land to build houses. In such a situation, concessions should be given in the Forest Conservation Act to give them land so that the homeless people can be resettled in safe places,' a statement quoting BJP leader Thakur said. He has also requested the Prime Minister to give an 'area-specific' relief package for rehabilitation and reconstruction, and to study the causes of repeated natural disasters in the state to avoid losses. Thakur also thanked the Prime Minister for providing all possible support in the relief and rescue work. Thakur said the state has suffered a loss of more than Rs 1,200 crore. Out of this, more than Rs 1,000 crore has been incurred in the Seraj assembly alone. On the night of June 30, a total of 42 people lost their lives in Seraj, Karsog and Nachan, and 29 people were from Seraj alone. He said more than 500 houses were completely washed away, and 1,000 houses were damaged partially and, now not fit for living. Besides, there has been heavy damage in Nachan, Karsog and Dharampur too. Syathi village in Dharampur was completely razed to the ground, and people are spending nights in the open. 'Therefore, a request has also been made to provide 'area-specific' relief package for rehabilitation and reconstruction,' said Thakur, the sixth-time legislator from Seraj in Mandi district. He said natural calamities are recurring in many areas of the state. The Prime Minister has also been requested to study the causes of this so that repeated losses can be prevented.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Himachal BJP leaders meet Nirmala, seek aid to rebuild disaster-hit regions
Shimla: A BJP delegation from Himachal, including LoP Jairam Thakur, met Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman Friday to seek maximum financial assistance for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the monsoon-related disaster-hit regions. Besides apprising the finance minister about the large-scale devastation in Himachal, the delegation also submitted documents mentioning the damage to private and govt properties. The LoP said assembly constituencies like Mandi district's Seraj, Nachan, Karsog, and Dharampur, as well as several areas in Chamba district, were badly affected. The disaster resulted in financial losses exceeding Rs 1,200 crore and more than 50 deaths. On June 30 alone, 42 people lost their lives. More than 700 houses were washed away, and over 1,000 houses were partially damaged but are uninhabitable. Over 1,000 animal shelters and more than 1,000 livestock were affected. Besides, people's agricultural lands, crops, and orchards were also ruined, taking away their means of livelihood, submitted the delegation. Thakur said the finance minister assured all possible help for Himachal. BJP state president Rajeev Bindal, the MPs of the state, and MLAs of the affected areas were also part of the delegation.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Health
- Time of India
If no action taken, we will see ‘Udta HP' in 5 yrs: Guv
1 2 3 Shimla: Raising serious concern over the lack of drug de-addiction and rehabilitation centres in Himachal Pradesh, given the steep increase in the number of drug dependent patients, governor Shiv Pratap Shukla warned that if the state govt fails to act swiftly, the Himalayan state could become 'Udta Himachal' like its neighbour 'Udta Punjab' in the next five years. "I am feeling a little hesitant, and despite repeated appeals, nothing is being done as there is only one rehabilitation centre of Red Cross in Kullu in the entire state," said Shukla. The state govt must have definitely moved forward to open various rehabilitation centres, but the only statement that comes is that the state govt is identifying land in Sirmaur district to establish a drug de-addiction and rehabilitation centre, he added. The governor stated that if we fail to take collective action today, it will spoil the entire generation. Addressing media persons at the Raj Bhawan, Shukla underlined that compared to the last decade, there has been an increase of 340% in the cases registered under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act this decade. Quoting official figures, he said that the NDPS cases have seen a steep hike in Himachal, from nearly 500 in the year 2012 to over 2,200 in 2023. The governor also cited a survey on 1,150 jail inmates by the drug de-addiction centres, and mentioned that the highest number of drug dependents were in the age bracket of 15-30 years. Mentioning his recent tour to Varanasi for a govt-organised 'Nasha Mukt Yuva, Viksit Bharat' programme, Shukla added that there, 'Kashi Sankalp' has been passed, which will now go across the country and it also includes various steps initiated by the Himachal governor. Highlighting his resolve to make Himachal drug-free, Shukla stated that a booklet 'Pradhan Mantri Ki Prerna, Rajyapal Ka Sankalp, Himachal Pradesh Nashamukt' has been compiled about various initiatives taken in the hill state. On the issue of the state govt seeking central govt's permission to use forest land for the rehabilitation of monsoon disaster-affected people, Shukla said, "I don't agree with the CM's statement that if Jairam Thakur is a BJP leader and there is a BJP-led govt at the Centre, so Jairam ji should go and talk to the central govt. Why did the CM not take Thakur along when he went to meet the Union home minister?" Shukla reiterated that this is the chief minister's job and not Thakur's, and if the state govt takes up this issue with the Centre, it will definitely extend a helping hand. The governor added that while BJP leaders like JP Nadda and Jairam Thakur are meeting Union ministers seeking disaster relief from the Centre, it is the state govt's responsibility to ensure land acquisition and to implement various welfare schemes for the disaster-affected people. "The Centre will not bring the land; the state must act swiftly," emphasised Shukla. MSID:: 122884957 413 |
Indian Express
21-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
War of words begins as Jairam Thakur slams Jagat Singh Negi over ‘irresponsible statement'
Former chief minister and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Jairam Thakur on Monday questioned the state Revenue, Horticulture and Tribal Minister Jagat Singh Negi for his purported comments towards the recent disaster struck in many areas in district Mandi including Seraj, which is being represented by the LoP. More than two dozens of people have been killed and several missing following cloudburst incidents in Mandi district. Referring to the alleged statement of Negi, in which he said 'when a tragedy struck in my area then I realised the pain of general public', Thakur said, 'there might be some personal differences between me and the minister but being a part of the state government, the Revenue Minister should not made such irresponsible statement. He should visit the disaster affected areas, especially Seraj'. The LoP also urged CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu to intervene in this matter. Thakur made these remarks during his interaction with media over certain issues including the transfer of a (executive engineer-) XEN-ranked official at Thunag in Mandi during the ongoing relief works. Thakur was in Mandi since July 1 and came to Shimla on Sunday. Terming the accusations of Thakur 'baseless', Negi accused the former CM of misrepresenting the facts, statements of his opponents in the media. 'Jairam Thakur has some issues with me. His behavior was never appropriate towards me since he was the chief minister and I was in the Opposition. I have been performing my duties being the Revenue, Horticulture and Tribal minister successfully. The entire government is standing like a rock behind the people of Mandi including Seraj in this time of crisis,' the revenue minister said. Meanwhile, addressing a press conference, Thakur also accused the Congress-led Himachal Pradesh government of 'insensitivity' and 'inaction' in the wake of the recent disaster in Mandi. He claimed that an executive engineer who was doing commendable work on the ground was transferred under pressure from certain political leaders. 'Till date, no senior officer from the state government has been deputed in Mandi,' he alleged. Thakur claimed that the government's indifference stems from the fact that the disaster occurred in his constituency. 'Recently, I received a call from the Panchayati Raj Minister suggesting that the Panchayati Raj Institute be shifted from Mandi. I challenge the government to show a single crack in that institute due to the disaster. Then why shift it?' he asked.
News18
13-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Himachal Pradesh Ex-CM Jairam Thakur Narrowly Escapes Falling Debris In Mandi
Last Updated: Himachal Pradesh Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur narrowly escaped falling debris in Mandi. He urged CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu to visit Karsog to assess cloudburst damage. Himachal Pradesh Leader of Opposition and former Chief Minister Jairam Thakur narrowly escapes falling debris in Mandi on Sunday during his visit to Lambathach. In the video, the BJP leader can be seen with other people narrowly escaping the area. He stepped down from his vehicle and swiftly moved to safety. VIDEO | Mandi: Himachal Pradesh Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur narrowly escapes falling debris during his visit to Lambathach.(Source: Third Party) (Full video available on PTI Videos – — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 13, 2025 Earlier, the LoP also urged Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu to personally visit Karsog to assess the destruction caused by the recent cloudburst and flash floods. Thakur emphasised the need for the Chief Minister's visit to shape plans for relief, reconstruction, and rehabilitation in the affected areas. 'Heavy destruction has occurred in Karsog. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu should personally come here to assess the destruction, so that he can shape plans for relief, reconstruction, and rehabilitation," he wrote on X. Heavy rains have lashed various areas of the state for the last few weeks. Flash flood warnings have been issued for parts of Chamba, Kangra, Mandi, Kullu, Shimla, Solan, and Sirmaur, raising concerns over potential landslides and road blockages. Heavy rains have also triggered landslides in different parts of the states. So far, since the onset of monsoon on June 20 till July 11, Himachal Pradesh has suffered losses of Rs 751 crore. During monsoon, the state witnessed 31 flash floods, 22 cloudbursts, and 17 landslides, along with heavy rains. Over 90 people have died, of whom 56 died in rain-related incidents in the state. view comments First Published: July 13, 2025, 16:30 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
