Get marriage, birth & death certs online soon: Sukhu

Shimla: Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday announced that marriage, birth and death certificates issued by gram panchayats will soon be available online.Presiding over a review meeting of the rural development and panchayati raj department, Sukhu reiterated the govt’s commitment to delivering essential services to citizens on their doorsteps. On rural employent, he said 344.31 lakh labour days have been achieved under MGNREGA in 2023-24 financial year, surpassing the initial target of 275 lakh labour days. This apart, the CM said, 17,582 villages will be transformed into open defecation free plus models this fiscal, and 9,203 villages had already achieved this status. Besides, 2,347 villages have been verified as ODF plus, he added. As many as 32 plastic waste management units have been built in development blocks with 26 of them already operational. These units will eventually be set up in all development blocks, he assured. The CM said the state has formed 43,161 self-help groups and is providing them financial assistance to boost their economic activities. He announced plans to create an online platform for SHGs to market their products to widen their reach.

Did Himachal govt impose 'toilet tax'? Here's what CM Sukhu said

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu denied claims of a Rs 25 'toilet tax', clarifying residents are charged Rs 100 for water connections, not obligatory, with no toilet tax. A controversial notification on sewerage charges was issued then withdrawn. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticized the move, while BJP's Tarun Chugh called the state's economic measures bankrupt.

Chikkamagaluru district admin focuses on development of Naxal-affected villages

Chikkamagaluru district administration is focusing on developing Naxal-affected villages by providing essential amenities like electricity, water, roads, and housing. Efforts include improving healthcare, education, and mobile connectivity. Authorities aim to alleviate issues faced by residents, who are integrating back into society. Villagers emphasize the need for better road connectivity and consistent KSRTC bus services.

This rural supermarket in Anagavadi has become a lifeline for villagers

A rural supermarket in Anagavadi village, established by farmers under Prathamika Krushi Pattina Sahakara Sangh, offers essential items at discounted prices and provides loans worth Rs 6 crore. Serving local and neighboring communities, the supermarket is seeing a profit for the third year, benefiting farmers and students by saving time, travel, and costs.

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