In a significant development, Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla administered the Oath of Office and Secrecy to the newly appointed Cabinet Ministers, Rajesh Dharmani from Ghumarwin assembly constituency and Yadvinder Goma from Jaisinghpur Assembly segment at Raj Bhawan in Himachal Pradesh today.
Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu and Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri were present at the ceremony, along with several dignitaries, including Speaker HP Vidhan Sabha, Kuldeep Singh Pathania, Cabinet Ministers, Chief Parliamentary Secretaries, and other key officials.
Details of the Newly Inducted Ministers:
- Constituency: Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
- Educational Background: B.Tech (Civil) from NIT Hamirpur & MBA from IGNOU
- Party Roles: Secretary, HPCC; Vice President/General Secretary, State Youth Congress; President, DCC; Secretary AICC; General Secretary & Convener Technical Cell of NSUI
- Legislative Experience: Elected in 2007, 2012, and 2022; Chief Parliamentary Secretary from 2013 to May 2017
- Notable Contributions: Promoted sericulture and actively involved in social service and supporting education for underprivileged students.
- Constituency: Jaisinghpur, Kangra
- Educational Background: B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering and MBA from IEET Baddi
- Party Roles: President, Youth Congress (Jaisinghpur); General Secretary, State Rajeev Gandhi Panchayati Raj organization; President, Himachal Pradesh Congress SC Cell
- Legislative Experience: Elected in 2012 and 2022; Chairman, Subordinate Legislation Committee of Vidhan Sabha; Member, Welfare & Rules Committees
- Notable Contributions: Active involvement in youth and community organizations; dedicated to the welfare of SC communities.
In his address, Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla emphasized the importance of positive thinking and a constructive outlook among the youth for nation-building. He encouraged the newly appointed ministers to understand the principle of unity in diversity and actively participate in the development of the state.
The Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister congratulated the new ministers and highlighted their contributions to the party and the state. The ceremony took place at Raj Bhawan, with Chief Secretary Prabodh Saxena conducting the proceedings. This induction is expected to bring fresh perspectives and experiences to the Himachal Pradesh Cabinet, contributing to the state’s growth and development. The event marks another step in the government’s commitment to effective governance and inclusive representation.
