Key Facts
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu inaugurated the new office of the Himachal Pradesh Backward Classes Commission in Dharamshala on Tuesday via virtual mode from the state secretariat. The office, previously located in Shimla, has been relocated to Dharamshala to benefit the large Other Backward Classes (OBC) population in Kangra and adjoining districts. Additionally, the CM directed the Deputy Commissioner of Kangra to expedite the opening of a Himachal Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) office in Dharamshala.
Details of the Inauguration
The virtual ceremony was attended by several dignitaries. Present in Shimla were Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee President Vinay Kumar, MLAs Suresh Kumar, Vinod Sultanpuri, Sudarshan Bablu, and former MLA Satpal Raizada. From Dharamshala, Commission members Rakesh Chaudhary, advocates Kashmir Singh Bharti and Rajiv Rana, and Deputy Commissioner Hemraj Bairwa joined virtually. Commission Chairman Prabhat Chaudhary welcomed the CM and expressed gratitude for the relocation.
Impact on the Region
The new office will save residents of Kangra and nearby districts from traveling to Shimla for their work, reducing both time and expenses. The CM stated that the government has declared Kangra as the tourism capital of the state and is shifting several government offices to Kangra as part of this vision. More offices are planned to be relocated in the future, further enhancing administrative accessibility in the region.
What Readers Should Know
- The Backward Classes Commission office in Dharamshala will provide easier access to OBC communities for their grievances and services.
- The upcoming RERA office will address real estate regulatory matters locally, benefiting property buyers and developers in Kangra.
- The government is also pursuing OBC status for Dodra Kwar in Shimla district and Scheduled Tribe status for Bada Bhangal in Kangra district.
FAQ
Where is the new office of the State Backward Classes Commission located?
The new office is located in Dharamshala, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh.
Why was the office shifted from Shimla to Dharamshala?
To bring administrative services closer to the large OBC population in Kangra and surrounding districts, saving them time and money.
What other office is planned to open in Kangra?
The Himachal Pradesh Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA) office is also planned to open soon in Dharamshala.
Which areas are being considered for OBC and ST status?
The government is trying to get OBC status for Dodra Kwar area in Shimla district and ST status for Bada Bhangal area in Kangra district.