Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Himachal Pradesh Governor on State Issues: Funds, Drugs and Parties
The Governor of Himachal Pradesh has spoken out about several issues.
He doesn't think the Leader of Opposition needs to go with the Chief Minister to get money from the central government.
He's also not happy with how slowly the state is building drug rehab centers.
The Governor said the government's plans to fight drug abuse will be part of national programs.
Drug cases are rising in the state, and the Governor is concerned about rave parties and plans to discuss this with the police.
Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla disagrees with the Chief Minister's suggestion for the Leader of Opposition to seek central funds.
Shukla criticized the state government's lack of action on drug rehabilitation centers, warning of potential drug abuse issues.
The Governor mentioned that the central government will include Himachal Pradesh's anti-drug efforts in its national programs.
NDPS cases in Himachal Pradesh have increased significantly from 2012 to 2023.
The Governor plans to address rave parties in Kullu-Manali with the Director General of Police.
- Who
- Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla
- What
- Governor expressed disagreements on seeking funds and lack of action on drug-related issues.
- When
- Thursday
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh
- Why
- To address financial aid protocols, drug abuse, and related concerns in the state.
Governor's Perspective
Government's Perspective
Fund Seeking
Governor's Perspective
The Governor believes the Leader of Opposition doesn't need to accompany the CM to Delhi for central funds.
Government's Perspective
Chief Minister's view isn't stated in the article.
Drug Rehabilitation
Governor's Perspective
Governor is concerned about slow progress on rehab centers and potential drug abuse.
Government's Perspective
The government's stance on rehab center progress is criticized as lacking action.
- Governor
- Shiv Pratap Shukla
- NDPS Cases Increase
- From 500 (2012) to over 2,200 (2023)
- Rehab Center
- One Red Cross-run center in Kullu
- Rave Parties
- Governor to discuss with DGP