Dharamshala, Nov. 7 -- Chief minister (CM) Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday said that Himachal's historic victory in the Bhakra Beas Management Board (BBMB) arrears case is the result of the present government's strong political will.

Sukhu while addressing media, after his arrival from New Delhi, in Shimla said that justice in this long-pending matter was a major achievement in safeguarding the economic interests of Himachal.

"Despite a decree having been passed in the BBMB arrears case and the Supreme Court having ruled in favour of the state, the matter remained pending for nearly 15 years. On several occasions, the government did not file the necessary replies and responses within the stipulated time," he said.

Sukhu said that as...