India, Feb. 11 -- Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Wednesday ruled out the abolition of government posts, despite recommendations from the state finance department to cut costs.

Speaking after his return from Delhi, Sukhu maintained that the state is on a path to self-reliance and will protect employment opportunities for the youth.

"Despite fiscal challenges, I assure you that we will not abolish any posts. We remain committed to providing jobs," Sukhu said, addressing concerns over the state's financial health.

The CM's assurance follows a recent presentation by finance secretary Devesh Kumar, which highlighted a grim fiscal outlook. The department had suggested that the withdrawal of the Revenue Deficit Grant (RDG) might nec...