Governor Bandaru Dattatraya who is also the President of HP State Red Cross Society said that the State Red Cross and all its branches besides all related volunteers should be more attentive during the corona pandemic. He said that it was a time to work in a...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today held a video-conference with the Vice-Chancellors of six government universities of the State to discuss the situation arising out of the second wave of Covid-19 pandemic. He asked about the arrangements being made at the universities...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today released a coffee-table book titled “Himachal Birds: A Visual Treat” compiled by Somesh Goyal, Director General of Prisons, Himachal Pradesh.Keeping in view the SoP and directions issued by the state government in view of sharp...

A delegation of National Union of Journalist, Himachal Chapter led by State President Ranesh Rana called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan on Tuesday.They discussed various problems and challenges faced by Journalists particularly during the...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya was administered the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at Indira Gandhi Medical College and Hospital, Shimla on Saturday.Shri Dattatraya was administered the Covishield vaccine under the supervision of Principal Dr. Rajneesh Pathania.Later,...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today released the book 'Five sons of Himachal Pradesh' written by litterateur, social worker and retired officer from HP Information and Public Relations Department Shiv Singh Chauhan. The book focuses on the contribution made by...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya offered floral tributes to Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar, the Father of the Indian Constitution, on his 130th birth anniversary at Ambedkar Chowk, Chaura Maidan here today. Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur also paid tribute to Dr. Ambedkar on...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya released new Managing Edition of 12-year old journal, ‘Journal of Research: The Bede Athenaeum'- published by St. Bede’s College Shimla which is an official publication of St. Bede’s Educational Society, Shimla, at Raj Bhavan today.While...

Indian Foreign Service officer Muskan Jindal who hails from Baddi of Solan district called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan on Thursday. She is undergoing a State Attachment Course organized by HP Institute of Public Administration, Fairlawn, Shimla...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya felicitated NSS volunteer Ashwarya Kashyap, student of Himachal Pradesh University, Institute of Legal Studies, Chaura Maidan, Shimla at Raj Bhavan today, who participated in National Youth Parliament-2021 held on 12th January this...

Caroline Rowett, British Deputy High Commissioner in Chandigarh called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, Shimla on Tuesday.The Governor discussed various issues of mutual cooperation and said that the Shimla, capital of Himachal Pradesh in particular,...

A delegation of 20 Army Officers from National Defence College called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, today. They are on a study tour from 4th April to 10th April in Himachal Pradesh for “National Security and Strategic Studies” as a part...

Chief Secretary Anil Khachi called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, today.In his courtesy call, the Chief Secretary apprised the Governor about the status of on-going central aided development projects being undertaken in the State.The Governor...

42 Indian Tibet Border Police (ITBP) probationers called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, today. They had interaction with the Governor and shared their training experiences.On the occasion, the Governor said that ITBP was making its significant...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya inaugurated ‘Swarnim Pushp Vatika’ developed by Seema Scouts at Government Degree College Seema of Rohru in district Shimla and also launched “Holistic Development through Scouting Model of Sustainable Livelihood” through virtual media...

Newly appointed Chairman of Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission Ajay Kumar and Member Jai Prakash Kalta called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, today.During their courtesy call, the Governor advised them to work more on the use of IT applications...

A separate library facility has been provided at Himachal Pradesh Raj Bhavan, so that visitors and Raj Bhawan staff can get books to study. Governor Bandaru Dattatraya inaugurated library-cum-conference hall at Raj Bhavan today. He also presented a set...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya administered oath of office and secrecy to Ajay Kumar as Chairman of Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission in a simple but impressive ceremony held at Raj Bhawan, Shimla, today. Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur was also present on...

To commemorate 90th Martyrs Day of Shaheed Bhagat Singh, Rajguru and Sukhdev, a blood and plasma donation Drive ‘Samvedna’ was organized by National Integrated Forum of Artists & Activists (NIFAA), Himachal Pradesh supported by Red Cross Shimla, Inner...

Vice-Chancellor, Himachal Pradesh Technical University, Hamirpur Prof. S.P. Bansal called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan today. He presented a 'Coffee Table Book' published by the University to the Governor which mentioned the developmental journey of 10...

Chairman, HP Public Service Commission, Maj. Gen. (Retd.) DVS Rana along with Dr. Rachna Gupta, Member of Commission called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhawan here today. He presented 49th Annual Report for the year 2019-20 to the Governor.He said that...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today inaugurated the Photo Exhibition organized at the historic Ridge Maidan in Shimla under the aegis of Regional Outreach Bureau Chandigarh, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, Government of India and Department of Language...

The Governor appealed to the people of the State to take the COVID-19 vaccination and follow all health protocols including wearing of mask, social distancing and sanitization to curb spread of the virus. He also thanked the State Government, COVID-19 warriors,...

On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri, Governor Bandaru Dattatraya paid obeisance at the ancient Shiva temple located in the Hatkoti temple complex of Shimla district today.The Governor prayed for happiness, prosperity and welfare of the people of...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya stressed on innovation and new technology and said that only those countries in the world were progressing which are giving priorities to emerging technologies.The Governor was speaking while presiding over the third convocation ceremony...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya stressed on women empowerment and said that they were contributing in every area of development and we should be provided with equal opportunities in every field.He was speaking while presiding over the function organized by the Himachal...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya participated in a National Committee meeting set up to commemorate 75 years of India's Independence at New Delhi today and discussed modalities relating to preparatory activities through virtual media.Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed...

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Governor Bandaru Dattatraya said that Nanaji Deshmukh's stellar contribution towards rural development showed the way for a new paradigm of empowering those living in our villages. He personifies humility, compassion and commitment to the downtrodden. He is a...

Deputy Speaker of Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha Hans Raj called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, today.It was a courtesy call.Later, Director General of Police Sanjay Kundu, along with other Senior Officers of Police Department called on Governor...

Vipin Singh Parmar, Speaker, Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan today.During this courtesy call, he apprised the Governor about the 11th session of the 13th Assembly of Himachal Pradesh. He duly invited the Governor...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today inaugurated two-days Interactive Capacity Building Initiative Programme for training drug law enforcement officers of the departments of HP Police and State Excise on a virtual platform from Raj Bhavan Shimla organized by United...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya emphasized on girl education while addressing a public meeting at Gram Panchayat Pooh in Kinnaur district. He said that a family and society progresses only when a girl is educated.Expressing his two-day visit in district Kinnaur as...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya during his visit to Kinnaur met first voter of Independent India, 103 years old Shayam Saran Negi at Circuit House Kalpa.The Governor thanked Shri Negi for spreading awareness amongst voters and his contribution in strengthening the...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya on his two day visit to Kinnaur, matched steps with the folk troupe of Kinnaur. During the occasion, he said that his trip to Kinnaur was a unique experience and felt that coming to Himachal was worthwhile. The culture here is truly...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya while on his way to Kinnaur halted at Rampur and visited the Nathpa Jhakri Hydroelectric Project.On this occasion, the Governor said that Himachal Pradesh was one of the leading states in the field of power generation, where surplus...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya interacted with the University authorities to ensure fulfillment of academic needs of students and also take responsibility to build courage and ability in the youth to face contemporary challenges.The Governor was addressing the 32nd...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya released a special supplement of Him Sanchar Magazine published by Him Samwad Kendra in commemoration of Golden Jubilee of Himachal Pradesh Statehood at Raj Bhavan, today.Appreciating the efforts of the Vishva Samwad Kendra, he said...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya released the collection of poems "Pran" written by Shiven Kumar from Hamirpur at Raj Bhavan, today.On the occasion, the Governor appreciated the work of Shivan Kumar and said that he has published the collection of poems with a sensitive...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya released the book 'Atharvaveda' written by Dr. Mastram Sharma, former Secretary Himachal Sanskrit Academy Shimla and OSD Sanskrit, Department of Higher Education at Raj Bhavan, today. The book consists of comparative study of Pratishakhya...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya paid floral tributes to Deen Dayal Upadhyay Co-founder of Bharatiya Jana Sangh on his death anniversary at Raj Bhavan, today and recalled his efforts to uplift the weaker sections of the society.He described Upadhyay as a visionary,...

The national Award winner of the National Service Scheme (NSS) and NSS Volunteers from the State, who participated in Republic Day Parade in New Delhi called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, today.The Governor honoured Sumit, a student of Jawaharlal...

The Golden Jubilee celebrations on the occasion of 50 years of statehood of Himachal Pradesh were organised with great enthusiasm and fervor across the state today. The state level Golden Jubilee function was held at the historic Ridge of Shimla while functions...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya paid floral tribute to Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary, at Raj Bhavan.He said that Netaji was one of our most beloved national heroes who made an extraordinary contribution to India’s freedom struggle. He...

A delegation of Tibetan community led by Chief Representative Officer Tenzin Nangwa called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, today and conveyed the good wishes on behalf of the Tibetan community for the golden jubilee celebrations of the Statehood...

Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd has today donated an Ambulance to State Red Cross in a simple function at Raj Bhawan, Shimla. The Governor Bandaru Dattatraya received the Key of the Ambulance donated to the State Red Cross by Nand Lal, Chairman and Managing Director,...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya visited the Indian Institute of Advanced Study at Shimla today. He went around the campus and appreciated the rare heritage building which was reminiscent of the old glory of Shimla.The Governor said the Indian Institute of Advance...

Dr Pramod Sharma, Professor in HP University and a writer presented his book titled Steve Jobs to Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, today.The Governor appreciated the efforts of the writer and said that the book on the life of Steve Jobs, who was...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya released Diary and Calendar of Himachal Pradesh University Shimla, today at Raj Bhavan.On the occasion, the Governor said that HP University has emerged as an excellent centre of higher education. Besides qualitative education, the...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today signed a Visitor Book to be placed at Reporting Room, the Mall, Shimla and recorded his first comment in the book presented by Mohit Chawla, Superintendent of Police, Shimla, at Raj Bhavan.On the occasion, the Governor wrote,...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya released ‘Kisan Handbook’ and Calendar of Dr. Y.S. Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry, Nauni, Solan, today. Chief Secretary Anil Khachi was also present on the occasion.On the occasion, the Governor said that horticulture...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today sends off a relief material for the affected families in the fire incident at Rohru in Shimla district. Many families have become homeless after a fire incident took place in Bagi village of Lowerkoti area in Rohru tehsil.The...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya said that former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee had an amazing ability to take forward all ideologies in the interest of the country and that is good for strong democracy.The Governor was presiding over the function on ‘Sushasan...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today interacted with Vice-Chancellors on National Education Policy (NEP) and its implementation through video-conference from Raj Bhavan.Vice-Chancellor of Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla Prof Sikander Kumar, Vice-Chancellor ...

Author, historian and journalist Raja Bhasin called on Governor Bandaru Dattatraya at Raj Bhavan, today and presented a set of books written by him to the Governor.The Governor appreciated the work of Raja Bhasin and his contribution for the development and...

On the occasion of Armed Forces Flag Day, Governor Bandaru Dattatraya was pinned up Armed Forces Flag by the officials of State Sainik Welfare Department at Raj Bhavan, today. The Governor gave donation to assist the dependents of the martyred soldiers...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya said that national unity means feeling of loyalty and fraternity towards the nation and this unity paves the way of development and progress.The Governor was presiding over the 7th Rabindranath Tagore Memorial Lecture on “Ethical Foundation...

The farmers protesting along the borders of the national capital are not just demanding withdrawal of the new agricultural laws implemented by the Central government but also relaxations over penalties associated with stubble burning, including others.The...

Governor Bandaru Dattatraya today participated as Chief Guest in the Passing out Parade of 21st batch of recruit constables at Himachal Pradesh Police Training College, Daroh in district Kangra. The Governor also took salute from the parade on this occasion.Bandaru...

While presiding over the Governing Council online meeting of All India Bank Pensioner’s and retirees’ Confederation (AIBPARC) from Raj Bhavan Shimla today, Governor Bandaru Dattatraya said that banking was passing through a new phase today and it has changed...