Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Becomes First to Spend Night in Bara Bhangal

Kangra, June 27: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhu made history by becoming the first chief minister to spend a night in Bara Bhangal, a remote village located over 2,800 meters above sea level. He arrived by helicopter on Saturday and engaged with the local community.

Previously, other chief ministers had visited the area but none had stayed overnight. The local nomadic population primarily raises sheep and cattle. Nestled between the majestic Dhauladhar and Pir Panjal mountain ranges, Bara Bhangal is considered one of the most isolated villages, with around 500 voters.

After listening to the residents’ concerns, Chief Minister Sukhu, along with local MLA Kishori Lal, announced six significant initiatives. He declared that all eligible women in Bara Bhangal would receive ₹1,500 monthly under the ‘Indira Gandhi Pyaari Behna Sukha Samman Nidhi Yojana.’ To ensure continuous electricity supply, generator sets will be installed in the area.

Additionally, he announced incentive payments for school-going children to encourage their education. The government will designate nearby schools as nodal institutions, allowing children from Bara Bhangal to continue their studies in Bir and surrounding areas.

Sukhu instructed officials to develop a comprehensive plan to promote Bara Bhangal as an eco-tourism destination. He also announced that the state government would provide a minimum support price (MSP) for naturally grown rajma in the region.

The Chief Minister directed the agriculture department to connect the people of Bara Bhangal with natural farming initiatives, ensuring they receive all necessary support and facilities. He also made a crucial announcement that the government would purchase mutton from local shepherds.

Sukhu reassured residents that the government would take every possible step to improve their quality of life. Before reaching Bara Bhangal, which is part of the Dhauladhar Wildlife Sanctuary, he assessed the damage caused by recent natural disasters in the area. In the evening, he personally gathered information about the challenges faced by the residents of this remote region. Notably, no chief minister had visited Bara Bhangal since 2011.

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