Himachal Government hosted the State Dinner in honour of outgoing Governor Kalraj Mishra who has been appointed as Governor of Rajasthan.
Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur presented memento, shawl Himachal cap to Mishra as token of respect.
Speaking on the occasion, the Governor lauded the rich culture and traditions of Himachal Pradesh and said that the people of the state are very affectionate. He said that even before assuming the charge of Governor, he had long association with this hill state as he used to come here most often as In-charge of the state BJP.
Thakur lauded the services of Kalraj Mishra as Governor of Himachal Pradesh and said that although his tenure as Governor of Himachal Pradesh was very short but he gave his valuable contributions to the State as Constitutional Head by his rich administrative experience.
The Chief Minister wished Kalraj Mishra a very successful tenure as the Governor of Rajasthan. A colourful cultural programme was also presented on this occasion. Mishra will take oath as Governor of Rajasthan on September 9.
Irrigation and Public Health Minister Mahender Singh Thakur, Education Minister Suresh Bhardwaj, Agriculture Minister Ram Lal Markanda, Forest Minister Govind Singh Thakur,
Judges of High Court, MLAs, Mayor Kusum Sadrate, and others were present in the State dinner.