Shimla, Feb. 4 -- Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Tuesday strongly criticised the BJP MLAs' decision to collectively boycott the session of the two-day planning meeting in Himachal Pradesh, aimed at framing development strategies based on the priorities of MLAs.

Responding to media questions, he remarked that the party was merely finding excuses to avoid participation in meaningful discussions. "There can be many reasons not to attend a meeting, but a genuine commitment to development requires engagement and dialogue," Sukhu stated.

The boycott has sparked heated political debates in the state, with the Congress accusing the BJP of abandoning its legislative responsibilities. In contrast, the BJP justified its ...