HIMACHAL PRADESH

Improve the quality of education and ensure transparency to make Himachal Pradesh a hub of education, said Govind Singh Thakur, Education Minister, while speaking at a conference organised by Himachal Pradesh Private Educational Institutions Regulatory Commission (HPPEIRC).

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The HPPEIRC for facilitating job creation and EMPLOYMENT. He said steps had been initiated to implement NEP-2020 in private higher Education institutions. Vice-Chancellors of private universities were also present at the conference.

Himachal Drone conclave on July 4, 5

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In a unique initiative to highlight the advancements and applications of drone technology, Himachal Pradesh’s Department of Digital Technologies and Governance is all set to organize the Himachal Drone Conclave on July 4 and 5 in Palampur.

Himachal Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu will inaugurate the conclave, which would bring together leaders, experts, academia, and stakeholders to foster knowledge exchange and collaboration in the rapidly evolving field of drones.

The Information Technology Adviser (Innovation) to CM Gokul Butail said that the conclave would be aimed at highlighting the advancements and applications of drone technology across various sectors.

Himachal sees 60% rise in suicide cases

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The Covid-19 pandemic has increased the risk of psychiatric disorders, exacerbating suicidal behaviour. In Himachal, 218 persons ended their lives in the first three months of this year, an increase of over 60 per cent compared to the corresponding period last year.

Uncertain future and economic fallout, with no hope for early end to the pandemic, have been affecting the mental Health of people aged between 25 and 60 years, say health experts. Isolated from the outside world, elderly persons and nuclear families are another section showing signs of depression, but are hesitant when it comes to seeking help, they say.

Himachal Pradesh to get 13 new ropeways worth Rs 5,644 crore

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Himachal Pradeshis set to have 13 ropeway projects in different parts of the state that would not only revolutionise the transportation system of the hill state but would also boost tourism activities.

The proposed 13 ropeway projects have a total length of 111.65 km with an estimated cost of Rs 5,644 crore.

Union ministerNitin Gadkarihad recently tweeted about these new ropeway projects proposed for Himachal Pradesh. He claimed that construction of these ropeway projects would not only make the travelling easier in the hilly terrains but would also ensure arrival of tourists in all seasons.

He said that proposed ropeways would also cut short the travel time and distance by making travelling easier and safer. He said that new ropeway projects will create EMPLOYMENT opportunities.