Parmar: Himachal ke Shilpkar – Volume I

Description

Hindi Edition

This book is an attempt by the authors to paint a picture of the historical events that led to the formation of Himachal Pradesh, with special focus on the role Dr Parmar played in this saga. This volume has been divided into three parts. Part I The 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 II The 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 III The 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.