Shimla, Aug. 20 -- Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur on Thursday emphasised the need to expand the reach of The Bharat Scouts and Guides across the state, particularly in universities, colleges and other higher educational institutions. Chairing the State Council Meeting of The Bharat Scouts and Guides, Himachal Pradesh (BSGHP), Thakur reviewed the organisation's progress and activities and approved measures to strengthen its organisational structure and increase participation among children and youth.
He said Scouting and Guiding played an important role in developing leadership, discipline, teamwork, self-reliance, social responsibility and a spirit of service among young people.
He called for concerted efforts to take th...