Chamba, April 15 -- In a historic first, state-level Himachal Day celebrations were held on Tuesday in the remote and picturesque Killar region of Pangi Valley in Chamba district.

A large number of people gathered at the helipad ground to witness and participate in the 78th Himachal Day celebration.

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu conveyed his heartfelt greetings to the people of the state on this occasion. He paid tribute to the immense contributions of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and the first Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh, Dr. Y.S. Parmar, in securing statehood for the region.

The Chief Minister unfurled the National Flag and received the ceremonial salute. A parade was held, featuring six contingents led b...