The Himachal Pradesh Congress government on Thursday marked the completion of its three-year term with a massive show of strength at Paddal ground in Mandi district, where Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, senior leaders and thousands of supporters gathered for what was projected as both a celebration and a political warning to the BJP ahead of the 2027 Assembly polls.

Addressing the crowd, Chief Minister Sukhu said the overwhelming public turnout reflected the trust the people continued to place in the Congress government.

He recalled becoming Chief Minister with the blessings of Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, emphasising his “common family background” and the party’s legacy of sacrifice.

Sukhu invoked Indira Gandhi and Rajiv Gandhi, reminding critics of Congress

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