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As the 18th Lok Sabha completes its first year, here's a look at first-time MP Rajeev Bhardwaj's performance in the lower House of Parliament and his plans for the constituency.

- Shailee Dogra

SHIMLA:

How would you describe your first-year experience?

I'm a first-time MP and it's been an enriching experience. I raised several issues of my constituency from tourism to strengthening road infrastructure. While four-laning projects are underway in Himachal, the state still lacks rail connectivity. We have a lot of potential for religious tourism in my constituency, so I have raised the issue of Vande Bharat connectivity to Kangra. We have reservoirs which have a lot of potential for backwater tourism just like Kerala so work should be done on these lines. See, if we want Himachal to develop and become self-reliant, tourism is the only sector.

What was the high point of the year for you personally and your party in the House?