Announcing the university’s academic roadmap, Prof. Bansal said CUHP would organize a National Science Congress in January 2027 to mark its Foundation Day, followed by an International Science Congress in April 2027. The events will provide a platform for scientists and researchers from India and abroad to exchange ideas and promote scientific collaboration.

On the occasion, the Governor recalled the revered saint Baba Neem Karoli Maharaj, whose spiritual association with this sacred place occupies an important place in the history and tradition of the Sankat Mochan Temple. Baba Neem Karoli Maharaj spent time in meditation at this serene location and expressed his desire to have a temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman established here. Inspired by his vision

Thakur described the agreement as an example of cooperative federalism, stating that the Central Government had worked towards addressing the concerns of all participating states through dialogue and consensus.

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.

Health Minister Dr. (Col.) Dhani Ram Shandil, Town and Country Planning Minister Rajesh Dharmani, Vice Chairman, HIMUDA, Yashwant Chajta, MLAs Ram Kumar and Ajay Solanki, Principal Secretary Devesh Kumar, Secretary Amarjeet Singh and other senior officers were also present in the meeting.

Addressing reporters, Butail revealed that the lease deed has been signed for approximately 550 kanals of land in the first phase. An additional 800 kanals will be handed over to IIT Mandi once forest clearances are obtained, bringing the total proposed campus area to around 1,400 kanals. He added that the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Hamirpur has already completed most of the initial technical surveys required for the campus layout.

The Horticulture Minister also directed field officials to ensure that only plants meeting the prescribed technical specifications are planted in the clusters. He also directed that the nursery operators empanelled under the project should strictly comply with the prescribed standards and quality requirements.

He said there can be political debate over the Congress party’s historical position and the decisions taken in 1937 regarding the singing of Vande Mataram, and every political party has the democratic right to present its views. However, such a debate cannot become a justification for personal insults or indecent language against a political opponent.

He praised his daughter as an intellectually accomplished scholar, an inspiring guide, an efficient administrator and a teacher with a strong sense of responsibility. He expressed hope that the affection, expectations and prayers of her students and well-wishers would continue to bring positive outcomes in the years ahead.

Rohit Thakur directed PWD officers to complete works of buildings and other works for which foundation stones have already been laid within six months and expedite all remaining works. He said that around Rs. 550 crore has been spent on development works in Jubbal-Kotkhai, with 30 buildings and 182 roads already dedicated to the people of the area.