Himachal Pradesh

508 supply schemes across 4 divisions damaged

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The Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board Employees’ Union will hold elections on October 16th. A conference for union members will precede the election in Shimla. The union discussed employee issues, the upcoming events, and demanded immediate recruitment to fill vacant positions within the electricity board.

MP Indu Goswamy and MLA Sudhir Sharma visited Gyuto Monastery to support TB eradication in Himachal Pradesh. They emphasized awareness and education, with a 'Nikshay Shivir' providing health check-ups for lamas. A TB survivor shared his experience, and the event was led by health officials and supported by community organizations.

A pickup truck accident in Himachal Pradesh killed five people, including four Nepalese nationals. The driver lost control, causing the vehicle to plunge into a gorge. Two others were injured. Government officials expressed condolences and promised support to the victims' families.

Heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh has blocked 493 roads (including 3 National Highways) and disrupted 352 transformers. Kullu and Mandi are most affected. The weather department forecasts continued rainfall, with a yellow warning issued for several districts on September 16th.

The state will affiliate 100 government schools with CBSE to improve education quality and retain students. This initiative aims to modernize the curriculum, provide better teacher training, and offer an alternative to private schools. Selection will include one school per assembly constituency, with more from district headquarters.

Anurag Thakur criticized Himachal Pradesh's relief efforts as insufficient, claiming aid is inadequate and slow. He highlighted the need for timely fund disbursement from central government assistance, and praised local wrestling committees for preserving cultural heritage.

Himachal Pradesh's Chief Minister urged Punjab and Haryana to support the state and provide its rightful dues, including the Shanan hydroelectric project and Rs 4,200 crore in arrears from BBMB. He also highlighted Himachal's resilience after recent natural disasters.

The Pong Dam's water level rose significantly due to heavy rainfall in Himachal Pradesh, exceeding the danger mark. Inflows at the dam far exceeded outflows. Rainfall was exceptionally high in Mandi and Kangra districts. Bhakra Dam's water level was below the danger mark. The IMD forecasts more rain.

Families in a Shimla village suffered the unimaginable, losing their homes to natural disasters twice within two years. A joint family lost their ancestral house in 2023 and then newly built homes due to land sinking this year. The disaster destroyed homes and orchards, leaving families seeking government assistance and facing severe psychological distress.

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This year, Pong Dam witnessed unprecedented inflows into its reservoir during August-September, touching 2.25 lakh cusecs

Earlier, the top court had warned that Himachal Pradesh may ‘vanish in thin air’ and the Himachal Pradesh Government had admitted shortcomings in dealing with the problem

The Meteorological Department has forecasted rainfall across the state till September 21

HPNLU Shimla will partner in a virtual AI and Digital Technologies conference on November 8. Organized by ISAIDT, the conference will host global experts to discuss AI's legal, ethical, and policy implications, including data privacy, IP, and human rights.

CSKHPKV scholar Sachin will present research on organic nutrient management for black gram at an international conference in Perth, Australia. His work focuses on yield, soil health, and climate resilience, vital for Himalayan agriculture. The Vice-Chancellor and his advisor commended his achievement, highlighting its impact on research and sustainable agriculture.

Bhupinder Singh discovered his gender was wrongly listed as transgender in PMAY records. He alleges this was a deliberate insult by panchayat officials. Singh seeks investigation and plans to sue the Panchayati Raj Department if unsatisfied. The panchayat secretary claims a technical error occurred.