Shimla, Nov. 7 -- Leader of the Opposition in Himachal Pradesh and former Chief Minister Jairam Thakur on Saturday accused the Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu-led Congress government of attempting to take political credit for the Supreme Court's recent verdict on Himachal Pradesh's electricity share in the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB), asserting that the achievement was the outcome of nearly three decades of struggle and efforts by successive state governments.

Addressing a press conference at his official residence in Shimla, Thakur said the state had secured its rightful share through sustained legal and political efforts, and the contribution of previous governments should not be overlooked. He questioned Chief Minister Sukhu's claim to...