Union minister Khattar chairs review meeting on power sector, urban missions

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Union minister Manohar Lal Khattar, along with Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, here on Friday chaired a review meeting on the power sector and urban missions.

Khattar, who holds the portfolios of Housing and Urban Affairs and Power, told reporters that after the portfolio allocation, he reviewed projects of his departments to understand issues of various states and discuss what new projects could be brought in future.

“Chaired an important review meeting of the Power sector & Urban Missions/Schemes along with Hon’ble Chief Minister, Himachal Pradesh Shri @SukhuSukhvinder at Himachal Bhawan.

“Govt. of India is committed to transform the Power & Urban infrastructure and ensure a bright & sustainable future for the people of Himachal Pradesh,” Khattar posted on X.

Speaking to the media, Sukhu said such meetings helped in discussions and paved the way for resolving issues.

Meanwhile, Khattar said discussions were also held on the ongoing projects, including power, smart city, and urban development projects.

Khattar, who is MP from Karnal, while referring to urban development projects, said various schemes, including Prime Minister SVANidhi scheme, were also discussed and feedback was taken about the utilisation of grants issued/allocated by the Centre.

The two-hour-long meeting was also attended by Himachal Pradesh’s Public Works Department Minister Vikramaditya Singh.