Sukhu Calls for Unity as Himachal Faces Financial Strain After RDG Withdrawal
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has announced that the state government will begin levying land revenue on all power projects operating in Himachal Pradesh, following the Centre’s decision to discontinue the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG).
“This is a step we must take to safeguard the state’s financial health,” Sukhu declared, criticizing the Centre’s move and urging citizens to brace themselves for a prolonged struggle to protect Himachal’s rights.
He revealed that a Cabinet meeting has been scheduled for February 8 to deliberate on the issue, alongside plans to convene a Congress Legislature Party meeting and extend invitations to BJP MLAs. Sukhu emphasized that the discontinuation of the RDG would have far-reaching consequences for the state’s economy.
“This is not about party politics—it’s about the people of Himachal. We must rise above political lines and stand together for the state’s future,” he said, calling for collective resolve in the face of financial challenges.
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