Dharamshala To Become First Smart City Of India

Netherlands government gave preference to Dharamshala in pilot smart city project

Himachal This Week, Dharamshala

Dharamshala city of Himachal Pradesh will have the privilege to be the first smart city of the country amongst the list of selected cities to be developed as smart cities. Netherlands government has selected Dharamshala first of all for smart city pilot project. Not only this, but a global smart city conclave will also be organised in September – October in Dharamshala. A three member team under the leadership of Baram Render, Advisor to Netherlands Prime Minister, visited Dharamshala recently and discussed various aspects of the project. The Netherlands government will spend about three crore rupees under the project here. Three partnerships will be done to finish this pilot project. The representative team will present its report to Netherlands government on January 25. After that Netherlands government will work with Union Government on smart city project and the state government will work on the project in collaboration with Union Government. Minister of Housing, Urban Development and Town & Country Planning Sudhir Sharma told Himachal This Week that a global smart city conclave will be organised in September – October in Dharamshala. Mayors of the smart cities from all across the country and world besides experts associated with smart city project will participate in this conclave, added he. The minister said that Netherlands government will help Indian government in smart city project. Before that work is already in progress on solid waste management since 2014 as per an agreement between the Netherlands government and Himachal Government. Smart City Dharamshala was provided a financial help of about Rs. 40 lakh under this plan. The state government is seeking special cooperation from the Netherlands government in the field of modern healthcare, education and tourism under the smart city project so as to extend maximum benefit to the public.

Power Board Incurs Rs. 12 Crore Loss

Shakeel Qureshi

Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board had to bear huge losses due to heavy snowfall in the hill state. It has sent a report to the state government after primary estimate and the field staff has been directed to send the detailed report. According to an estimate, its losses will cross Rs. 20 crore mark, but initially it has been estimated to be Rs. 12 crore. The state government has released Rs. 5 crore to the board that has allocated the amount to the field staff. Notably, the board has suffered maximum damage at six places in the state where large number of transmission lines were broken even as transformers suffered damage. High tension lines have bore the maximum brunt and electricity could not be restored for many days in certain areas. The areas that suffered maximum damage include Chopal, Shimla, Pangi, Bharmour, Tissa and Thunag. Even as board is claiming of restoring normalcy, but electricity supply has not been restored at few places. The electricity board has urged help from the state government to restore electricity. As a result, the state government has released Rs. 5 crore

* The state government has released Rs. 5 crore but more money is required to restore proper electricity supply. The field staff has been directed to provide actual estimate of the losses

-P.C. Negi, Managing Director, HP State Electricity Board

Monte Carlo Launches Its Luxurious Platine Winter Collection

Chandigarh: Monte Carlo has launched its luxurious brand, ‘Platine’ Winter Collection which is specially designed to match the taste of elite and affluent that prefer plush and luxurious attire, in finest quality. ‘Platine’ Winter Collection offers a plethora of winter wear options for both men and women. Beautifully crafted using premium material, this exclusive collection is aimed at the fashion connoisseurs who look for both style and quality. For men, the collection includes cardigans & pullovers in a wide range of solid colors and classic patterns like diamond, stripes and more. The suede finish and lycra tracksuits are ideal for morning walks or for running errands. Blazers, Jackets and Waist Coats come in suave plains & attractive monochromatic checks, in a variety of color options to choose from. For women, the collection features shrugs & cardigans in a host of colors, with intricate detailing in elegant designs and chic silhouettes. Fabricated with Italian Linen Silk and Turkish Luriex Yarn, the collection boasts elegance & versatility. The highlight of Platine Winter collection is the newly introduced range of 100% Cashmere wool sweaters, to add an élan & sophistication to your upscale winter fashion. Starting from Rs 5000 upwards, the Collection is available at all Monte Carlo exclusive brand outlets and multi-brand outlets as well.

Home Credit India’s Zero Interest Loan Offer On Smartphones

Chandigarh: Non-banking finance company Home Credit has announced that it will offer zero-interest loans for purchasing smartphones in whole Punjab from January 16, 2017. Home Credit India has a strong network of more than 1400 point of saler at Punjab and Delhi-NCR. Chief Marketing Officer Home Credit India Private Limited Tomas Hidlika during the announcement of this facility said that India is a land of colours and festivals where people buy new equipments as per their traditions. “We are delighted to announce this offer on the eve of makar sakranti and reaffirm our faith as one of the leading company providing loan at zero interest on purchase of smartphones,”

added he.

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