Archive · 22 Aug 2025
Himachal Assembly Recommends Bharat Ratna for Dr. Parmar
The Himachal Pradesh Assembly voted to ask the central government to give Dr. Y.S. Parmar, the first leader of the state, a Bharat Ratna award.
Everyone agreed on this, but the Opposition party said the government wasn't doing enough to honor Parmar's memory, especially regarding a low-key event on his birthday.
One legislator also pointed out the need for better healthcare and education in Parmar's hometown.
The government sees Parmar as an inspiration for hill states.
Himachal Pradesh Assembly unanimously passed a resolution recommending Bharat Ratna for Dr. Y.S. Parmar.
The resolution was introduced by Congress MLA Ajay Solanki.
The Opposition supported the resolution.
The Opposition accused the state government of undermining Parmar's legacy.
BJP MLA Reena Kashyap raised concerns about healthcare and education in Parmar's native village.
- Who
- Himachal Pradesh Assembly
- What
- The Himachal Pradesh Assembly passed a resolution recommending the Bharat Ratna for Dr. Y.S. Parmar.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh
- Why
- To recommend recognition of Dr. Y.S. Parmar's contributions.
State Government
Opposition
Parmar's Legacy
State Government
Organized a low-profile event on Parmar's birth anniversary and failed to invite family members.
Opposition
The Opposition criticized the government for its low-profile events.
Education and Health
State Government
Did not address the needs of education and healthcare in Parmar's village.
Opposition
The government should take care of the condition of education and health in Parmar's native village, Chanalag.
- Award Recommended For
- Dr. Y.S. Parmar
- Award
- Bharat Ratna
- Resolution Mover
- Ajay Solanki
- Opposition Support
- Unconditionally
- Next Step
- Forwarded to Union government
