Shimla, Aug. 20 -- Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Thursday asserted that the vision and policies of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi continue to guide his government, highlighting initiatives in education, natural farming, women's empowerment, and the rural economy.

Sukhu was speaking to reporters after paying tribute to Rajiv Gandhi on his birth anniversary and participating in a programme where the Sadbhavana pledge was administered. He appealed to the people of Himachal Pradesh to observe the day as Sadbhavana Diwas and recalled Rajiv Gandhi's contribution to the unity and integrity of the country.

The Chief Minister said Rajiv Gandhi had sacrificed his life for the nation and was the second Prime Ministe...