Congress Sweeps Himachal ULB Polls, Sukhu Hails Victory as Endorsement of Policies

Himachal CM Sukhu hailed Congress' victory in 32 of 47 municipal bodies as an endorsement of state policies. He thanked voters and criticized BJP's divisive politics, highlighting welfare schemes for farmers, women, and marginalized communities.

Bharat Horizon 19/05/2026 00:06

Congress Sweeps Himachal ULB Polls, Sukhu Hails Victory as Endorsement of Policies — Congress Wins 32 of 47 ULB Seats in Himachal, Sukhu Elated

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday celebrated the Congress party's 'impressive victory' in the urban local body (ULB) elections, describing it as a clear endorsement of the state government's policies and welfare initiatives. Congress-backed candidates secured wins in 32 out of 47 municipal bodies across Himachal Pradesh, reflecting the people's confidence in the party's governance.

Gratitude and Commitment

Sukhu expressed gratitude to voters and party workers, stating that the widespread support across all districts would motivate the government to work with greater commitment and responsibility. He assured that the state government would continue implementing welfare schemes effectively and ensure their benefits reach every section of society.

Principles vs. Divisive Politics

Sukhu emphasized that the Congress government functions on the principles of equality, balanced development, and inclusive welfare. In contrast, he accused the BJP of pursuing divisive politics based on religion and caste. He claimed that the Congress government has fulfilled promises made during the 2022 Assembly elections and has gone beyond its guarantees in delivering public welfare measures.

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Key Initiatives Highlighted

Women, Labourers, and Marginalized Communities: Several initiatives have been launched to uplift these groups.
Education and Healthcare Reforms: Reforms in these sectors are already showing positive results.
Rural Economy: The government significantly increased milk support prices and introduced support prices for naturally grown maize, wheat, barley, raw turmeric, and ginger.
Kisan Aayog: A farmers' commission was constituted to address agricultural issues.
Apple Growers: The long-pending demand for a universal carton system was addressed, benefiting horticulturists.

Sukhu noted that these measures have improved the welfare of farmers and horticulturists while laying a strong foundation for rural economic growth in the state. He reiterated the government's commitment to continuing welfare schemes and ensuring inclusive development.