Taking a political swipe at the Himachal government, Thakur said it was unfortunate that the Chief Minister was being seen as “credit-hungry” over the project, when the agreement involved six states and was facilitated through discussions led by the Union government.

The Governor appreciated that the initiative has generated around 692 direct employment opportunities, with nearly 90 percent of them going to women, while around 60 percent received their first employment opportunity through the programme. He said the provision of free education, books, stationery, bags, laptops and other essential resources had helped reduce the educational expenses of thousands of families. According to the available figures, more than 12,000 families have collectively saved over Rs. 5.40 crore.

Former Union Minister and Member of Parliament Anurag Singh Thakur will be among the prominent leaders attending the meeting. Leader of Opposition Jairam Thakur, BJP Himachal Pradesh State In-charge Shrikant Sharma and State Co-Incharge Sanjay Tandon will also participate in the high-level deliberations.

"The people of Himachal Pradesh have made up their minds to wipe out the Congress from the state," he said, expressing confidence that the BJP will continue to strengthen its position in the coming elections.

He added that under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana alone, 294 rural road projects worth ₹2,247 crore have been approved for Himachal Pradesh during 2025–26, including a Central share of nearly ₹2,019 crore.

Addressing the gathering, Anurag Thakur criticized the state government's handling of public transport services and said that the repeated curtailment of HRTC routes has caused significant inconvenience to students, employees, senior citizens, and daily commuters. He emphasized that reliable public transport is a lifeline for rural and semi-urban areas and urged the government to immediately restore the withdrawn services.

Addressing the gathering, Thakur said that natural farming is not merely a method of cultivation but a comprehensive movement aimed at restoring harmony between nature, the environment, and human health. He emphasized that sustainable agricultural practices are essential for ensuring long-term soil fertility, reducing dependency on chemical inputs, and providing healthier food to consumers.

During his visit, Thakur offered heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family and expressed deep sorrow over the untimely demise of the young cadet. He met Aditya Sharma’s father Rajesh Sharma, grandfather Ashok Sharma, and other family members, extending his sympathies and support during this difficult time.

The MP further stated that the Central Government’s welfare initiatives have helped more than 250 million people move out of poverty. Numerous schemes aimed at uplifting farmers, women, youth, and economically weaker sections have been implemented, ensuring benefits reach even the last person in society.

Previously, the train operated only up to Nangal Dam. With its extension to Amb-Andaura, passengers from Himachal Pradesh will now enjoy improved travel options and easier access to eastern India. The Gurumukhi Superfast Express will operate as a weekly service.