This blog post provides a detailed summary of the important current affairs in Himachal Pradesh from January to December 2024, covering key appointments, legislative changes, awards, and significant events that are crucial for exam preparation.
Welcome to the complete overview of current affairs in Himachal Pradesh for the year 2024. This post covers significant events and updates from January to December 2024, which are essential for anyone preparing for competitive exams in the state. Current affairs questions related to Himachal Pradesh may appear in various exams, making it crucial to stay informed.
In December 2024, Justice Gurmeet Singh Sandhu was appointed as the Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court, succeeding Justice Rajeev Shakdhar, who retired in 2024.
The Himachal Pradesh Land Holding Ceiling Act of 1972 was amended to recognize daughters as separate family units, granting them equal rights to property alongside sons. This amendment aims to ensure gender equality in inheritance rights.
For the first time in the history of the Himachal Pradesh Assembly, a Zero Hour was introduced, allowing members to raise urgent issues. This was implemented during the assembly session held in Dharamshala.
During the assembly session, the Himachal Pradesh government launched the National E-Vidhan Application, making the assembly the first paperless assembly in the country.
Dr. Preeti Saxena, Vice-Chancellor of Himachal Pradesh National Law University, was awarded the Saraswati Samman 2024 for her contributions to education.
In the District Good Governance Index for 2023-24, Kangra district topped the list, followed by Bilaspur and Hamirpur.
Sarita Devi from Bilaspur and Sunil Kumar from Chamba were awarded the National Teacher Award 2024 for their exemplary contributions to education.
Three new municipal corporations were established in Himachal Pradesh, bringing the total to eight. The new corporations are located in Hamirpur, Una, and Baddi.
The second Paragliding World Cup was held in Bir Billing, Kangra district, from November 2 to 9, 2024.
The first-ever Mandi Mahotsav was celebrated in Mandi, also known as "Choti Kashi."
The central government granted in-principle approval for the establishment of the first cancer institute in Himachal Pradesh, which will be located in Hamirpur.
The world's first geothermal cold storage facility is being established in Tapri, Kinnaur district, with the collaboration of Iceland.
Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹1,000 per month is provided to children under the age of 18 to support their educational and nutritional needs.
The Asian Development Bank is supporting the HP Shiva Project, aimed at enhancing horticulture irrigation and value addition in seven districts of Himachal Pradesh.
The Himachal Pradesh government is developing an online platform called Him Access to ensure easy access to all social security services for beneficiaries.
The current affairs of Himachal Pradesh in 2024 reflect significant developments in governance, social justice, and community welfare. Staying updated with these events is crucial for students and professionals alike, especially those preparing for competitive exams. For further study, a detailed PDF covering all these topics is available for download, which can serve as a valuable resource for exam preparation.
