Becoming a Part C State

by Anshuk Attri, Shriniwas Joshi

This volume has been divided into three parts.Part IThe first chapter will deal with the integration of princely states and Himachal becoming a Chief Commissioner’s state. The focus, primarily, would be on Dr Parmar’s role. The second chapter will deal with Dr Parmar’s time at the Constituent Assembly and then the Provisional Parliament. It will highlight Dr Parmar’s speeches, and his advocacy for Himachal’s welfare and statehood. Thankfully, the speeches in the Parliament and the Constituent Assembly have been completely digitised, conserving them for posterity. Some important speeches have been reproduced in the appendices. The third chapter will deal with Himachal becoming a Part C state, the first elections, and Dr Parmar becoming the first Chief Minister.Part IIThe second part contains articles written by Dr Parmar, which were published in various newspapers and magazines at the time. These articles were unearthed after carefully sifting through old newspapers, many of them now unavailable, and they bring to light Dr Parmar's vision and ideas for Himachal.Part IIIThe third part contains personal letters written by Dr Parmar to his Son, Luv. Dr Parmar wrote on many topics, from agriculture to the propriety of public office. These letters highlight that at his heart he was a caring and loving father.

280 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 8, 2024