Dhami inaugurates Malan Bridge, unveils key infra projects for Kotdwar
on Monday virtually inaugurated the reconstructed Malan Bridge on the Chillerkhal-Pakhro motor road in Kotdwar's Pauri district. The bridge, which connects the Kotdwar-Bhabar region to Motadhak is among seven infrastructure projects inaugurated by Dhami.
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Speaking on the occasion, Dhami said the bridge's reconstruction reflects the state govet's commitment to strengthening infrastructure in remote areas. "The opening of this bridge will ease travel for residents of Kotdwar and surrounding rural areas and give a boost to economic activities," he said.
He added that several key projects are underway in Kotdwar to support its development. "An advanced sewage treatment plant is being built under the Namami Gange project at a cost of Rs 135 crore.
A four-lane bypass and the Kotdwar–Najibabad double-lane road are also being constructed at a cost of Rs 691 crore," he said.
He added that the Kotdwar–Pauri–Srinagar road is also being upgraded to a double lane and that it would improve travel convenience and spur economic growth.
Dhami also said that Kotdwar railway station is being revamped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. "A new train service from Sidhbali-Kotdwar to Delhi has been launched, and construction of a hospital and bus stand terminal is in progress," he said.
He also announced that land has been transferred for setting up a Kendriya Vidyalaya in Kotdwar, following a cabinet decision.
In another event, Dhami also launched two Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) in Haridwar and Rishikesh. Set up by a leading car manufacturer as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the ADTTs are equipped with high-definition cameras and integrated IT systems that enable driving license evaluations without human intervention.
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These tracks, which serve both light motor vehicles and two-wheelers, are designed to ensure a more transparent, efficient, and standardised testing process in line with Central Motor Vehicle Rules.
The carmaker has also been operating an ADTT in Dehradun since 2019. Officials noted that after the Dehradun facility became operational, the pass percentage for license seekers initially declined to 60% in FY 2019–20, but has since improved to 69%, indicating a more rigorous and reliable evaluation process.
Dedicating the new facilities to the state, transport secretary Brijesh Kumar Sant said, "We are committed to making Uttarakhand's roads safer. With the comprehensive evaluation at ADTTs, we can ensure that only skilled drivers get a driving license."
Dehradun: Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday virtually inaugurated the reconstructed Malan Bridge on the Chillerkhal-Pakhro motor road in Kotdwar's Pauri district.
The bridge, which connects the Kotdwar-Bhabar region to Motadhak is among seven infrastructure projects inaugurated by Dhami.
Speaking on the occasion, Dhami said the bridge's reconstruction reflects the state govet's commitment to strengthening infrastructure in remote areas. "The opening of this bridge will ease travel for residents of Kotdwar and surrounding rural areas and give a boost to economic activities," he said.
He added that several key projects are underway in Kotdwar to support its development. "An advanced sewage treatment plant is being built under the Namami Gange project at a cost of Rs 135 crore. A four-lane bypass and the Kotdwar–Najibabad double-lane road are also being constructed at a cost of Rs 691 crore," he said.
He added that the Kotdwar–Pauri–Srinagar road is also being upgraded to a double lane and that it would improve travel convenience and spur economic growth.
Dhami also said that Kotdwar railway station is being revamped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. "A new train service from Sidhbali-Kotdwar to Delhi has been launched, and construction of a hospital and bus stand terminal is in progress," he said. He also announced that land has been transferred for setting up a Kendriya Vidyalaya in Kotdwar, following a cabinet decision.
In another event, Dhami also launched two Automated Driving Test Tracks (ADTTs) in Haridwar and Rishikesh.
Set up by a leading car manufacturer as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the ADTTs are equipped with high-definition cameras and integrated IT systems that enable driving license evaluations without human intervention. These tracks, which serve both light motor vehicles and two-wheelers, are designed to ensure a more transparent, efficient, and standardised testing process in line with Central Motor Vehicle Rules.
The carmaker has also been operating an ADTT in Dehradun since 2019. Officials noted that after the Dehradun facility became operational, the pass percentage for license seekers initially declined to 60% in FY 2019–20, but has since improved to 69%, indicating a more rigorous and reliable evaluation process.
Dedicating the new facilities to the state, transport secretary Brijesh Kumar Sant said, "We are committed to making Uttarakhand's roads safer. With the comprehensive evaluation at ADTTs, we can ensure that only skilled drivers get a driving license."
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