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Anurag Thakur Reviews Progress of CUHP’s Permanent Dehra Campus, Calls for Immediate Utility Support
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Munish Sood Mandi Renowned children’s writer and educationist Pawan Chauhan has achieved another milestone, as two of his acclaimed stories have been included in the supplementary reading curriculum of CBSE and ICSE affiliated private schools across India. From the academic session 2025–26, students of Class…
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Sudhanshu SharmaNurpur As part of the state-wide Anti-Drug and Anti-Chitta Campaign launched under the leadership of the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, a review meeting of the Narcotics Control Committee (NNC) was held at Gram Panchayat Sulyali in Nurpur subdivision. Senior Officials Lead the…
Nurpur Police Crack Down on Absconders, Two Proclaimed Offenders Arrested
Sudhanshu SharmaNurpur In a significant action under its special campaign against proclaimed offenders, District Police Nurpur has successfully arrested two absconding accused in separate operations conducted on February 5 and 6, 2026. The arrests were made by the PO Cell team, reaffirming the police department’s…

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Cong Struggles to Retain Control in Himachal: DGP, Top Officers Exit Amid CBI Probe
Shimla: The abrupt leaves taken by Himachal Pradesh's top police officials—Director General of Police (DGP) Atul Verma, Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Onkar Chand Sharma, and Shimla Superintendent of Police (SP) Sanjeev Gandhi—have ignited political controversy, casting a shadow over the Congress-led state government.
These developments follow the Himachal Pradesh High Court's decision to transfer the investigation into the mysterious death of Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL) General Manager Vimal Negi to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The court cited significant lapses and inconsistencies in the probe conducted by the state's Special Investigation Team (SIT), led by SP Sanjeev Gandhi, and reports submitted by DGP Verma and ACS Sharma .
Political Ramifications for Congress
The timing of these administrative upheavals is particularly sensitive for the ruling Congress party. The BJP has seized upon the situation, criticizing the Congress government for alleged mismanagement and erosion of public trust. Recent statements from BJP leaders highlight public dissatisfaction with the Congress's two-year tenure, accusing it of broken promises and governance failures .

The BJP's narrative is bolstered by recent electoral gains, including victories in assembly by-elections, signaling a shift in public sentiment . The party's leaders have emphasized the need for accountability and transparency, particularly in light of the controversies surrounding the state's law enforcement leadership.
Public Perception and Trust in Institutions
The public's confidence in state institutions has been further shaken by the revelations in the HPPCL case. Allegations of evidence tampering and administrative pressure have raised concerns about the integrity of the state's investigative processes. The High Court's decision to involve the CBI underscores the gravity of these concerns and the need for impartiality in high-profile investigations .
BJP's Strategic Positioning
The BJP is leveraging the current crisis to position itself as a viable alternative to the Congress government. By highlighting administrative lapses and advocating for stronger governance, the party aims to capitalize on the Congress's vulnerabilities. The BJP's focus on law and order, as well as its recent electoral successes, suggest a concerted effort to regain political ground in Himachal Pradesh .
The simultaneous leaves of DGP Verma, ACS Sharma, and SP Gandhi have created a leadership vacuum in Himachal Pradesh's law enforcement at a critical juncture. For the Congress government, this situation presents both a challenge and an opportunity to reaffirm its commitment to transparency and effective governance. As the BJP intensifies its critique, the coming weeks will be pivotal in determining the political trajectory of the state.
S Gopal Puri
