Shimla, June 23 -- Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu has said the state government is focusing on strengthening the rural economy and enhancing the income of farmers through various initiatives, including support for natural farming and horticulture development.

Chairing a review meeting of the Tribal Development and Horticulture departments, the Chief Minister said the government was making efforts to improve the livelihoods of people residing in rural areas and was providing minimum support prices for naturally grown agricultural produce to promote chemical-free farming in the state.

Sukhu said the government would provide necessary support to the horticulture department and fill vacant posts to ensure effective i...