Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu was considered a critic of veteran Congress leader Virbhadra Singh. Let us tell you that Virbhadra Singh had dominated the politics of Himachal Pradesh for more than five decades. Virbhadra Singh had passed away last year. With the party’s first victory in the state without the charismatic presence of Virbhadra Singh, the elevation of Sukhwinder Singh Sukhu to the top post makes it clear that the party is ready to move forward. Pratibha Singh, wife of Virbhadra Singh and president of the party’s state unit, was also among the contenders for the chief minister’s post, but the Congress high command approved the name of 58 year old Sukhu. ,