Rehab centre planned in Sirmaur: HP CM

Shimla: Himachal Pradesh chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has said state govt is going to establish a model de-addiction and rehabilitation center at Kotla Barog in the Pachhad subdivision of Sirmaur district. The state-level facility will also assist individuals battle substance abuse and help reintegrate them into mainstream society. The CM also launched a drug eradication initiative, Sankalp, aimed at handling increasing cases of drug addiction among youth. The event was organised by the Divya Jyoti Jagriti Sansthan in Shimla. He highlighted govt’s commitment to curbing drug trafficking and supporting rehabilitation. Also, a center of excellence is also being constructed at Kandaghat in Solan district to provide higher education to 9,000 specially-abled children, he said. tnn

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

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu denied claims that his government imposed a Rs 25 tax per toilet seat, calling the report "baseless." The controversy erupted after a notification regarding water and sewerage charges was withdrawn. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman criticized the alleged tax, labeling it a shameful move if true.

Cong run by urban Naxals, pushing Indias youth into drug addiction, says Modi in Washim

At a rally in Washim, PM Modi accused Congress of pushing India's youth into drug addiction for political gains and neglecting marginalized communities. He unveiled several key agricultural initiatives worth Rs 23,300 crore, including the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi. Modi urged voters to reject Congress's divisive politics and support BJP for a united and prosperous future.

Govt buildings on waterbodies also encroachments: HC

Madras High Court ruled that all buildings, including government structures, on waterbodies in Pudukkottai district must be considered encroachments. The court dismissed a plea by a private individual against eviction but clarified that government buildings must also be removed. The petitioner was given four months to find alternative accommodation, with assistance if eligible.

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