Shimla, Nov. 18 -- The former Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh and Leader of Opposition, Jai Ram Thakur, launched a sharp attack on the state government on Tuesday, accusing the Congress administration of preparing to celebrate its three-year tenure while people across the state continue to suffer due to widespread destruction caused by monsoon disasters.

Speaking to ANI in Shimla after addressing a press conference, Thakur said the government's priorities are "deeply disturbing" at a time when several regions are still reeling under the impact of floods, landslides and large-scale loss of life and property.

"The government is preparing to celebrate three years in office while the entire state is devastated. People are distressed, the...