New Delhi, March 30 – Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday at the Prime Minister's office here. This was his first meeting with the Prime Minister since taking office as Governor.
During the meeting, the Governor discussed in detail matters related to the development and welfare of the state.
He briefed the Prime Minister on several important initiatives being implemented in Himachal Pradesh, notably the "Drug-Free Himachal" campaign and the "TB-Free Himachal" campaign, both aimed at improving public health and promoting social well-being across the state.
The Governor stated that Himachal Pradesh has been taking pioneering steps towards natural farming, which has emerged as a key focus area in recent years. He noted that an increasing number of farmers and orchard owners in the state are gradually adopting chemical-free agricultural practices, reflecting a positive shift in the rural economy.
He emphasized the need to further promote and expand these initiatives to enable the hill state to fully embrace sustainable and eco-friendly agriculture, thereby ensuring long-term environmental protection as well as improved and stable livelihoods for farmers and those dependent on allied sectors.
Governor Gupta further stated that continued support and guidance from the Central government would be vital in accelerating these developmental initiatives and in strengthening their long-term impact.
He emphasized that sustained cooperation between different stakeholders would be crucial in ensuring that these programs achieve their intended outcomes.
The Himachal Pradesh Governor also stressed the importance of collaborative efforts between the state and the Centre to achieve holistic growth, enhanced public welfare, and sustainable development throughout the hill state, particularly in geographically challenging areas.
Governor Gupta also met with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan.
During the courtesy call, the Governor briefed the President on the overall situation in Himachal Pradesh and the various developmental and welfare initiatives being undertaken in the state.
The President expressed her good wishes to the Governor for the continued progress and well-being of the people of Himachal Pradesh, while appreciating the efforts being made towards inclusive and sustainable development.