Shimla, April 15 -- Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri on Wednesday alleged that the Centre is not extending adequate support to the state, while also targeting the opposition BJP, saying it is under a "misconception" about returning to power and its leaders are "restless."

Speaking to ANI after the 78th Himachal Day district-level function held in Shimla, Agnihotri said that despite financial constraints, the state government is pushing ahead with development.

"The Centre is not supporting Himachal Pradesh. Stopping the revenue deficit grant and GST compensation has caused huge losses to the state," Agnihotri told ANI.

He said that Himachal Pradesh was never a financially strong state since its formation, and the ...