Himachal Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh on Monday said that the State Government was ensuring equitable and speedy development of all areas of the State.
Addressing the people during the closing ceremony of four-day long International lavi fair at Rampur Bushahr in Shimla, the Chief Minister complimented the people of the area, adding that the State Government has given international status to many fairs organised in various districts of the State.
He said these festivals were not only the medium of entertainment, but these immensely help in promoting and carrying forward our century old traditions, culture and folk languages.
The Chief Minister said it was unfortunate that this year trade was affected to a large scale and people also showed enthusiasm during lavi fair as compared to previous years due to demonetisation policy of the Government of India.
Earlier, the Chief Minister inaugurated and laid foundation stones of developmental works worth Rs 60 crore in Rampur constituency including roads, water supply schemes, horticulture office and primary health centre in the constituency.
He laid foundation stone of restoration and beautification of eight ancient temples and creation of tourist facilities at Rampur Bushahr and surrounding areas.
Virbhadra Singh distributed the prizes to the winners of exhibitions put up by various Government departments and Non-Government organisations during the lavi fair.