Bold but flawed: CM Sukhu's governance under scrutiny in Himachal

Sukhvinder Sukhu became chief minister of Himachal Pradesh, heading a Congress government, in December 2022. He could not have known that within six months he would have to handle one of the worst natural disasters in the state in 100 years with the loss of over 400 lives, widespread destruction of property, and limited medical aid. This was on top of all the financial problems Himachal Pradesh already had. 

Sukhu was brimming with ideas when he took office. His slogan was “vyavastha parivartan” (institutional change). He has tried to implement many of his ideas in the last two years. Not