Shimla, Jan. 31 -- Budget session of Himachal Pradesh assembly is likely to be held in first week of March, said assembly speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Thursday.

Pathania shared this while interacting with media persons after paying floral tributes to the statue of Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, on his death anniversary at The Ridge in Shimla.

"Budget session of Himachal Pradesh assembly is likely to be held in the month of March, in which probably 18 to 20 sittings will be held," said assembly speaker on Thursday.

Speaking about Gandhi, Pathania said, "Gandhi was a worshipper of truth, integrity and non-violence, and he dedicated his entire life to upholding these principles."

During the event, Pradesh Congress chief Prati...