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Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Friday reaffirmed his government\u2019s commitment to making Himachal Pradesh a leader in education and healthcare, while attending the inter-college cultural fest \u2018Eruption-2025\u2019<\/em> at the Himachal Pradesh Government Dental College, Shimla.<\/p>\n

Reminiscing about his student days as SCA President, the Chief Minister praised the cultural performances and noted a welcome increase in female participation. \u201cIt\u2019s heartening to see the enthusiasm and confidence among students today. Life after college comes with challenges, but with honesty, determination, and hard work, success is inevitable,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

From Humble Beginnings to Visionary Leadership<\/strong><\/p>\n

Sharing his journey from a government school student to becoming the Chief Minister, CM Sukhu said, \u201cI come from a modest background, and I understand the value of opportunities. After assuming office, I inherited a financial burden of Rs. 75,000 crore in debt and Rs. 10,000 crore in liabilities owed to government employees. This compelled us to initiate systemic reforms rather than continue with populist announcements.\u201d<\/p>\n

Himachal Rises in Education Rankings<\/strong><\/p>\n

Addressing the pressing need for quality education, the CM revealed that Himachal had slipped to the 21st position in the national education rankings by 2021. \u201cWe could not let students pay the price for administrative complacency. That\u2019s why we merged 1,000 underutilized schools, introduced English medium from Class 1, and facilitated international exposure for teachers and meritorious students,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Thanks to these reforms, Himachal has now climbed to 5th place in education rankings. The CM set an ambitious goal: \u201cOur aim is to make Himachal the number one state in education. From next year, 10 Rajiv Gandhi Day-Boarding Schools<\/em> will become operational, ensuring holistic development and equitable access to quality learning.\u201d<\/p>\n

Major Overhaul in Medical Education and Healthcare<\/strong><\/p>\n

Shifting focus to healthcare, CM Sukhu announced a substantial investment of Rs. 1,100 crore to upgrade medical colleges across the state. \u201cWe\u2019re introducing PET Scan and 3-Tesla MRI machines in government medical institutions within three months. Robotic surgery, comparable to that at AIIMS, is already being introduced in Chamiyana,\u201d he said, marking a new era of advanced and accessible treatment.<\/p>\n

Stipends for medical students have also been enhanced. \u201cWe increased stipends for MD doctors from Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 1,00,000, and similar hikes have been extended to super-speciality doctors. Dental students pursuing MD will also benefit from this increase,\u201d he confirmed.<\/p>\n

Fiscal Discipline and Social Justice at the Core<\/strong><\/p>\n

Emphasizing fiscal responsibility, the Chief Minister criticized the previous BJP government for financial mismanagement. \u201cWe are committed to development by ensuring every rupee is spent wisely,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He also underscored a landmark social initiative: adopting orphaned children as \u2018Children of the State\u2019<\/em>, a first in India. \u201cOur government has enacted a law that provides legal rights and full support to orphans, reflecting our belief in inclusive governance,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

Encouraging Youth Participation and Talent<\/strong><\/p>\n

Health and Family Welfare Minister Col. (Dr.) Dhani Ram Shandil lauded the event for offering a vibrant platform for student expression and personal development. \u201cOur youth are the future, and this government is giving them every opportunity to shine,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

As a gesture of encouragement, the Minister announced Rs. 5 lakh for students who presented the cultural program.<\/p>\n

The event was attended by MLA Harish Janartha, College Principal Dr. Ashu Bharti, faculty, and a large number of enthusiastic students.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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