Himachal Pradesh Withdraws Cabinet Rank Status and Defers Salaries to Cut Costs

The Himachal Pradesh government has withdrawn cabinet-rank status and associated perks for advisors, chairpersons, vice-chairpersons, and deputy chairpersons of boards and corporations, alongside deferring 20% of their salaries until September 30, 2026. This decision, issued by the General Administration Department, aims to reduce expenditure amid a growing debt burden exceeding Rs 1.40 lakh crore and the discontinuation of the Revenue Deficit Grant. Officials emphasize the move as part of efforts to streamline administrative protocols and demonstrate fiscal discipline.