Army to set up wind turbine project at 20 locations in the border areas
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SHIMLA 11 November, 2025
• CM reviews army projects, discusses border tourism initiatives
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Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today held a meeting with senior officers of the Indian Army’s Central Command and reviewed various projects being implemented by the Army in Himachal Pradesh.
The Chief Minister assured the Army of the state government’s full cooperation in the execution of its projects. It was informed during the meeting that the Army is considering setting up wind turbine project at 20 locations in the border areas for which the detailed project report has been prepared. The project is expected to generate between 68,000 and 80,000 kWh of energy annually, sufficient to electrify 120 to 160 households.
Sh. Sukhu noted with satisfaction that the border tourism initiative, launched jointly by the state government and the Indian Army is showing encouraging results. Tourist inflow in the border regions has seen a remarkable rise- from around 21,000 visitors in 2024 to over 70,000 in 2025, a three-and-a-half-fold increase.
The Chief Minister directed officials to ensure hassle-free facilities for tourists visiting the border areas to enhance their overall experience. He also informed that the state government has written to the Union Government regarding the resumption of trade activities through Shipki La and that positive indications have been received. Due to the consistent efforts of the state government, both India and China have agreed to re-open border trade through the Lipulekh Pass, Shipki-La Pass, and Nathu-La Pass.
He also reviewed the progress of the proposed airport at Rangrik and urged the Army officials to expedite work on the project, stating that it would provide a major boost to tourism and connectivity in the region.
The meeting was attended by Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi, Lieutenant General Anindya Sengupta, Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta, Principal Advisor to the Chief Minister Ram Subhag Singh, and other senior officers.
