Himachal Pradesh Governor, Shiv Pratap Shukla, inspected the Kiratpur-Manali road project and the Bhanupalli-Bilaspur-Beri rail line project by Rail Vikas Nigam Limited. The Governor inspected the 1.8-kilometer long tunnel number one at Kiratpur and the underground railway crossing at Bharari. Shukla mentioned that the Kiratpur to Manali road project is of strategic importance and will contribute to the growth of the tourism sector in the state. He also expressed gratitude towards Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, for the project. Varun Chari, Project Director of National Highway Authority of India, and Anmol Nagpal, Project Director of Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd, apprised the Governor about the progress of the project.
Rail Vikas Nigam Limited is a public sector enterprise established by the Indian government for the fast and efficient development of Indian railways. The company provides efficient and effective railway maintenance and modernization services, consultancy services, and more.
Shiv Pratap Shukla is a politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party. He is currently serving as Governor of Himachal Pradesh. Shukla has also served as a member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha and as a member of the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly.