Shimla, Oct 24 Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta on Saturday called for harnessing the state’s natural and cultural heritage, local resources and human potential to create new opportunities for youth, entrepreneurs, farmers, artisans and women, while strengthening Himachal Pradesh’s contribution to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.
Speaking at the inauguration of the 3rd Destination Himachal Expo @2026 on the theme ‘Viksit Bharat – Viksit Himachal’, organised at the historic Chowgan in Chamba, the Governor said the expo provides an important platform to connect people with opportunities in employment, entrepreneurship, technology, skill development and various government initiatives.
“Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is moving steadily towards self-reliance, innovation and inclusive growth, with the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047 serving as a national resolve. The vision can be realised only when every state, district and village contributes to the nation’s progress,” he said.
The Governor also stressed the need to leverage Chamba’s tourism potential by promoting rural, religious and adventure tourism along with homestays.
These sectors, he said, can create meaningful opportunities for local youth and women while strengthening the region’s economy. He also called for ensuring that economic activity remains environmentally sustainable and protects the fragile Himalayan ecosystem.
Referring to Chamba Rumal and the State’s traditional handicrafts, woodcraft, local food products, agriculture and horticulture, Gupta called for linking local products with modern design, quality standards, digital marketing and wider markets.
He said the Prime Minister’s call for ‘Vocal for Local’ and ‘Make in India’ can give local artisans and entrepreneurs greater visibility and market access.
Emphasising agriculture and horticulture’s importance to the rural economy, Gupta called for greater use of modern technology, food processing, value addition, and improved market linkages to create additional income opportunities for farmers.
(PTI News)
