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06 Oct 2025, 16:06 GMT+10
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], October 6 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu extended greetings to the Indian diaspora in Canada and invited them to visit and invest in the state, read an official statement.
The Chief Minister conveyed his message through a special video address during the grand celebration of Kullu Dussehra held at the historic Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Canada. The event was hosted by Member of Parliament Marie-France Lalonde and organised by the Himachali Pravasi Global Association (HPGA).
In his message, Chief Minister Sukhu said, 'On this occasion, the vibrant colours of Himachal's rich culture will be on full display, offering a sense of home even while living abroad. All Himachalis residing overseas are the true brand ambassadors of our state. I warmly invite everyone in Canada to visit Himachal Pradesh and explore opportunities for investment here.'
The celebration showcased Himachal Pradesh's diverse cultural heritage, featuring the world-renowned Himachali folk dance 'Naati', a traditional Ram Leela performance, and the serving of authentic Himachali Dhaam to all the guests.
Over 35 regional community organisations participated in the event, reflecting the unity and cultural pride of the Himachali diaspora.
On behalf of HPGA, co-founders Bhagya Chander, Arun Chauhan, and Vivek Nazzar expressed their gratitude to Chief Minister Sukhu for his inspiring message and continuous support in promoting Himachali culture on the global stage.
The event was attended by the Deputy High Commissioner of India to Canada, senior diplomats, community leaders, and other dignitaries. Meanwhile, Sukhu will organise a special overseas recruitment drive on October 9 at the Government Polytechnic in Hamirpur, to provide international employment opportunities to the state's youth, according to a release.
This recruitment drive would be conducted by the Himachal Pradesh State Electronics Development Corporation (HPSEDC) in collaboration with the Department of Labour & Employment, the Department of Technical Education and a recruitment agency registered with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India. (ANI)
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