Himachal chief minister Jai Ram Thakur has laid the foundation stone of developmental projects worth Rs 120 crores in Kullu district during last two days.
Addressing a public meeting at Manu Rangshala, Manali in Kullu district on Monday after launching ‘Senior Citizens Initiative’ of District Red Cross Society, Thakur said the state government was committed for the welfare of the senior citizens and would ensure that they lead a respectable life.
He said that under this scheme medical facilities would be provided to the senior citizens. He said that on case of any medical emergency ambulance with doctor and other para-medical staff along with medicine would visit the old person and provide them treatment.
The chief minister also launched Mobile App for permits of ‘Rohtang Pass’ for the smooth plying of vehicle to Rohtang Pass. He also laid foundation stone of ‘Beautification of Mall Road Manali’. Under this scheme the historic Mall Road would be beautified and would also be an added attraction of the tourists.