Shimla, Jan. 6 -- Former Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Jai Ram Thakur on Tuesday celebrated his 60th birthday at his residence in Shimla, receiving greetings from party leaders, workers, friends and well-wishers.

The celebrations saw Thakur cutting a cake in the presence of his family members and colleagues, marking six decades of his life.

Thanking everyone who extended wishes, Thakur said he would continue his social and political work with the same dedication in the years to come. "I thank everyone who has helped me reach this stage in life. Be it my political and social life or my personal journey, the support and cooperation I have received have been immense," he said.

Speaking to the media, th...