Himachal Pradesh orders new probe into Solan land deal in Land Case

On 2026-04-04, the Himachal Pradesh Government ordered a fresh inquiry into the Chester Hill land deal in Solan, citing allegations of a benami transaction and possible violations of Section 118 of the HP Land Reforms and Tenancy Act. The directive was issued by the Additional Chief Secretary (Revenue) in a communication to the Deputy Commissioner, Solan.