Governor Kavinder Gupta and Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu paid rich tributes to late Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh on his 93rd birth anniversary during a ceremony held in Shimla on Tuesday. The event also featured a boxing competition organised to mark the occasion.
Leaders gather to honour former CM
Speaker Kuldeep Pathania, state Congress chief Vinay Kumar, Public Works Department Minister Vikramaditya Singh, and former Himachal Pradesh Congress Committee chief Pratibha Singh were among other prominent leaders who offered floral tributes to the late leader. The gathering underscored the widespread respect Virbhadra Singh commands across the political spectrum.
CM Sukhu highlights development legacy
Chief Minister Sukhu stated that Virbhadra Singh made a massive contribution to the development of the state. "We all must take a leaf out of his book and work for the development of the state," Sukhu said, urging citizens to emulate the former CM's dedication to public service and state-building.
Governor praises visionary leadership
Governor Kavinder Gupta described Virbhadra Singh's contribution as "incomparable" in the creation and development of modern Himachal Pradesh. "As a result of his visionary thinking, strong leadership and public welfare policies, Himachal has today established itself as one of the leading states in the country in various areas of development," the Governor said.
He added that Singh's long and successful tenure as Chief Minister steered the state in a new direction. "His public life, leadership and commitment to public service are an inspiration to all. A true tribute to him will be to imbibe his ideals in our own lives," Gupta remarked.
Speaker Pathania recalls 22-year tenure
Speaker Kuldeep Pathania noted that Himachal was fortunate to have Virbhadra Singh lead the state for 22 years. The extended period of leadership allowed Singh to implement long-term policies that shaped the state's infrastructure, education, and social welfare systems.
Boxing event marks anniversary
To mark the birth anniversary, a boxing event was held at the Ridge in Shimla on Tuesday evening. The sporting competition drew participants from across the region, reflecting the late leader's support for sports and youth development during his time in office.
Virbhadra Singh's enduring impact
Virbhadra Singh, who served multiple terms as Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, is credited with laying the foundation for the state's progress in sectors such as tourism, agriculture, and rural development. His policies on social justice and empowerment of marginalised communities continue to influence state governance. The tributes on his birth anniversary reaffirm his lasting legacy in the hearts of the people and the political landscape of Himachal.
