Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], December 6 (ANI): Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday presided over the State-level function marking the 63rd Raising Day of Himachal Pradesh Home Guards and Civil Defence, held at Sarogheen, Shimla.

Extending his greetings to the personnel of Home Guards, Civil Defence, Fire Services and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), the Chief Minister said that these departments have made exceptional contributions to the safety, security and development of the State.

An official release said the Chief Minister informed that Home Guards and Fire Services successfully carried out 708 search and rescue operations during the year, saving 448 lives. Their professional efficiency also helped protect property worth Rs 2,000 crore fr

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