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Hans India
15-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Uttarakhand CM meets PM, seeks Centre's support for multiple projects
New Delhi: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and sought guidance on various subjects related to the development of Uttarakhand. The Chief Minister expressed his sgratitude to the Central Government for its support in the state's development and stated that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Uttarakhand was ready to play an effective role in the vision of a Developed India by 2047. The Chief Minister said that all Indians felt proud that 27 countries across the world conferred their highest civilian honor upon the Prime Minister. He presented to the Prime Minister a replica of the Kartik Swami Temple, a coffee table book on the Adi Kailash Yatra, and local products from Uttarakhand including ghee from Kanar (Dharachula), red rice from Purola, Basmati rice, black cumin (kala jeera), gandhrayan herb, jambu herb, and local honey. The Chief Minister requested the Prime Minister to direct the concerned departments for infrastructure development of Haridwar Ganga Corridor, Rishikesh Ganga Corridor, and Sharda Corridor in Champawat, similar to the master plans implemented in Kedarnath and Badrinath Dhams, with financing through CSR funds. He urged the Prime Minister to also instruct the concerned ministries for: The Chief Minister informed the Prime Minister about the upcoming Nanda Raj Jat Yatra to be held in Uttarakhand in 2026 and said that environmentally friendly infrastructure must be developed for its smooth conduct.


India Gazette
14-07-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets PM Modi in Delhi
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], July 14 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and sought guidance on various issues related to the development of Uttarakhand, a release from Uttarakhand CMO said. Expressing gratitude to the Central Government for its cooperation in the development of the state, the Chief Minister said that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Uttarakhand is ready to play its effective role in the vision of Developed India 2047. The Chief Minister said that all Indians are proud that 27 countries of the world have conferred the highest civilian honour of their country on the Prime Minister. The Chief Minister presented the Prime Minister with a replica of Kartik Swami Temple and a coffee table book on Adi Kailash Yatra as well as Uttarakhand products Kanar (Dharchula) ghee, red (Purola) rice, Basmati rice, black cumin, Jambu and local honey. The Chief Minister requested the Prime Minister to direct the concerned to provide funding through CSR for infrastructure development under the master plan of Haridwar Ganga Corridor, Rishikesh Ganga Corridor and Sharda Corridor in Champawat, just like Kedarnath Dham and Badrinath Dham. The Chief Minister requested the Prime Minister to set up semiconductor industries to develop the Nepa Farm in Udham Singh Nagar, Uttarakhand, as a semiconductor hub, extend the Regional Rapid Transit System between Delhi and Meerut to Haridwar and direct the concerned ministries to include provision for road construction in the Tanakpur-Bageshwar and Rishikesh-Uttarkashi rail projects. The Chief Minister informed the Prime Minister about the Nanda Raj Jat Yatra to be held in Uttarakhand in the year 2026 and said that extensive environment-friendly infrastructure facilities have to be developed for its operation. The Chief Minister invited the Prime Minister for this mountainous Maha Kumbh Nanda Raj Jat Yatra to be held in August 2026 and also requested the Centre to provide an amount of Rs 400 crore to ensure infrastructure facilities in the Yatra. The Chief Minister said that a divine and grand Maha Kumbh is to be organised in Haridwar in the year 2027. The state government has started preparations for this. Following the successful organisation, additional works are to be undertaken in Haridwar, including the repair of bridges, parking, electricity, drinking water, toilets, transportation, and footpaths for devotees. The Chief Minister requested financial assistance of Rs 3500 crore for this. The Chief Minister also asked to direct the concerned to approve the DPR of Rs 1015 crore sent by the Uttarakhand government for undergrounding the HT and LT power lines in Rishikesh and Haridwar cities as well as automating the power system under the RDSS scheme. The Chief Minister said that the state government is making efforts to restore the unique heritage Chaurasi Kutia, located near Rishikesh, to its old form. The required funds have also been arranged for this. The Chief Minister requested for the approval of the proposal of Chaurasi Kutia from the National Wildlife Board. The Chief Minister said that in the first phase, a preliminary proposal of the Pindar-Kosi link project has been prepared to connect the snow-based rivers with the rain-based rivers. Suppose the water of the glacier-based Pindar river is mixed with the rain-based Kosi, Ganges, Gomti and Yamuna rivers. In that case, about 2 lakh population of 625 villages of Bageshwar, Almora and Nainital districts will benefit from drinking water and irrigation. Along with this, the drinking water supply will be improved for approximately 1.25 lakh people in Garud, Kausani, Dwarahat, Ranikhet, and Almora towns. The Chief Minister has requested that this project be taken under the special scheme of the Government of India. The Chief Minister also urged the Prime Minister to grant permission for the development of five hydropower projects of a total capacity of 596 MW in line with the recommendations of the committee constituted under the chairmanship of the Cabinet Secretary, Government of India. The Prime Minister took detailed information from the Chief Minister about the Chardham Yatra, Adi Kailash Yatra, Nanda Rajjat Yatra, and Kumbh to be held in Haridwar, as well as the Jal Jeevan Mission in the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami of all possible cooperation from the Central Government for the development of Uttarakhand. (ANI)


News18
14-07-2025
- Business
- News18
CM Dhami Meets PM Modi, Discusses Development Plans For Uttarakhand, Including Kumbh Mela 2027
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami met PM Modi, seeking guidance and funding for state projects. Dhami discussed infrastructure, semiconductor industries, and upcoming events. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday and sought guidance on various issues related to the development of Uttarakhand, a release from Uttarakhand CMO said. The Chief Minister expressed gratitude to the Central Government for its cooperation in the development of the state, saying that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Uttarakhand is ready to play its effective role in the vision of Developed India 2047. The Chief Minister said that all Indians are proud that 27 countries of the world have conferred the highest civilian honour of their country on the Prime Minister. CM Dhami presented the Prime Minister with a replica of Kartik Swami Temple and a coffee table book on Adi Kailash Yatra as well as Uttarakhand products Kanar (Dharchula) ghee, red (Purola) rice, Basmati rice, black cumin, Jambu and local honey. The Chief Minister requested PM Modi to direct the concerned to provide funding through CSR for infrastructure development under the master plan of Haridwar Ganga Corridor, Rishikesh Ganga Corridor and Sharda Corridor in Champawat, just like Kedarnath Dham and Badrinath Dham. The Chief Minister requested the establishment of semiconductor industries in Uttarakhand's Nepa Farm, Udham Singh Nagar. He also sought extension of the Regional Rapid Transit System from Delhi-Meerut to Haridwar and inclusion of road construction in the Tanakpur-Bageshwar and Rishikesh-Uttarkashi rail projects. He said that the state government has started preparations for a divine and grand Maha Kumbh, which is to be organised in Haridwar in the year 2027. Following the successful organisation, additional works are to be undertaken in Haridwar, including the repair of bridges, parking, electricity, drinking water, toilets, transportation, and footpaths for devotees. He sought Rs 3500 crore in financial assistance. He also requested approval for the Rs 1015 crore Detailed Project Report (DPR) for undergrounding power lines in Rishikesh and Haridwar, and automating the power system under the RDSS scheme. The Chief Minister said that the state government is making efforts to restore the unique heritage Chaurasi Kutia, located near Rishikesh, to its old form. The required funds have also been arranged for this. The Chief Minister requested the approval of the proposal of Chaurasi Kutia from the National Wildlife Board. The Prime Minister took detailed information from the Chief Minister about the Chardham Yatra, Adi Kailash Yatra, Nanda Rajjat Yatra, and Kumbh to be held in Haridwar, as well as the Jal Jeevan Mission in the state. PM Modi assured CM Dhami of full support from the Central Government for Uttarakhand's development. (With inputs from ANI) view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.


Hans India
14-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami Meets PM Modi: Key Issues Discussed and Future Plans
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and sought guidance on various subjects related to the development of Uttarakhand. The Chief Minister expressed gratitude to the Central Government for its support in the state's development and stated that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, Uttarakhand is ready to play an effective role in the vision of a Developed India by 2047. The Chief Minister said that all Indians feel proud that 27 countries across the world have conferred their highest civilian honor upon the Prime Minister. He presented to the Prime Minister a replica of the Kartik Swami Temple, a coffee table book on the Adi Kailash Yatra, and local products from Uttarakhand including ghee from Kanar (Dharachula), red rice from Purola, Basmati rice, black cumin (Kala Jeera), Gandhrayan herb, Jambu herb, and local honey. The Chief Minister requested the Prime Minister to direct the concerned departments for infrastructure development of Haridwar Ganga Corridor, Rishikesh Ganga Corridor, and Sharda Corridor in Champawat, similar to the master plans implemented in Kedarnath and Badrinath Dhams, with financing through CSR funds. He also urged the Prime Minister to instruct the concerned ministries for: • Developing Nepa Farm in Udham Singh Nagar into a semiconductor hub by attracting semiconductor industries, • Extending the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) between Delhi and Meerut up to Haridwar, • Including route construction provisions in the Tanakpur-Bageshwar and Rishikesh-Uttarkashi rail projects. The Chief Minister informed the Prime Minister about the upcoming Nanda Raj Jat Yatra to be held in Uttarakhand in 2026 and said that environmentally friendly infrastructure must be developed for its smooth conduct. He invited the Prime Minister to attend this grand Himalayan pilgrimage to be held in August 2026 and requested a financial assistance of ₹400 crore from the Centre for the same. Regarding the Mahakumbh to be held in Haridwar in 2027, the Chief Minister said preparations have already begun. For the successful organization of the Mahakumbh, several works including repair of bridges, parking facilities, electricity, drinking water, toilets, transportation, and pedestrian paths for devotees need to be undertaken. He requested financial assistance of ₹3,500 crore from the Central Government. The Chief Minister also requested the approval of a DPR worth ₹1,015 crore under the RDSS scheme for undergrounding HT and LT power lines and automating the power system in Rishikesh and Haridwar. He mentioned that the state government is working to restore the unique heritage site Chaurasi Kutiya, near Rishikesh, to its original form. The required funding has already been arranged. He requested the approval of this proposal by the National Board for Wildlife. To link glacier-fed rivers with rain-fed rivers, he informed the Prime Minister that a preliminary proposal for the Pindar-Kosi link project has been prepared. If the glacier-fed Pindar River is connected to the rain-fed Kosi, Gagas, Gomti, and Garud rivers, about 2 lakh people in 625 villages of Bageshwar, Almora, and Nainital districts would benefit from improved drinking water and irrigation. Additionally, cities like Garud, Kausani, Dwarahat, Ranikhet, and Almora would have better water supply for over 1.25 lakh people. The Chief Minister requested that this project be taken up under a special scheme of the Government of India. He also urged the Prime Minister to approve the development of five hydropower projects with a combined capacity of 596 MW, based on the recommendations of the committee chaired by the Cabinet Secretary, Government of India. The Prime Minister enquired in detail about the Char Dham Yatra, Adi Kailash Yatra, Nanda Raj Jat Yatra, upcoming Mahakumbh in Haridwar, and the Jal Jeevan Mission in the state. Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami of full support from the Central Government for the development of Uttarakhand.


Time of India
14-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
CM Dhami discusses projects with PM Modi: Presents Uttarakhand's vision 2047; heritage, hydropower on agenda
Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets PM Modi Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi and discussed key development issues related to the state. He expressed gratitude to the central government for its consistent support and said that, under the Prime Minister's leadership, Uttarakhand is prepared to play a significant role in achieving the goal of a Developed India by 2047. During the meeting, Dhami presented the PM Modi with a replica of the Kartik Swami Temple, a coffee table book on the Adi Kailash Yatra, and local products from Uttarakhand including Kanar ghee, red rice from Purola, Basmati rice, black cumin, Gandhrayan herb, Jambu herb, and local honey. The chief minister urged the Prime Minister to instruct concerned departments to develop the Haridwar Ganga Corridor, Rishikesh Ganga Corridor, and Sharda Corridor in Champawat, following the model of the Kedarnath and Badrinath master plans, with financing through CSR funds. He also requested the following: Development of Nepa Farm in Udham Singh Nagar into a semiconductor hub Extension of the Delhi–Meerut RRTS to Haridwar Inclusion of route construction in the Tanakpur–Bageshwar and Rishikesh–Uttarkashi rail projects Dhami informed the Prime Minister about the upcoming Nanda Raj Jat Yatra in 2026, calling for the development of eco-friendly infrastructure for the event. He invited PM Modi to attend the grand Himalayan pilgrimage in August 2026 and sought Rs 400 crore in financial assistance from the Centre. Speaking about the 2027 Mahakumbh in Haridwar, Dhami said preparations were underway and requested Rs 3,500 crore from the central government for related infrastructure projects including bridge repairs, parking, electricity, water, sanitation, and transport facilities. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Các chỉ số toàn cầu đang biến động — Đã đến lúc giao dịch! IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo The chief minister also sought approval for a Rs 1,015 crore DPR under the RDSS scheme for undergrounding high and low-tension power lines and automating the power system in Rishikesh and Haridwar. Dhami mentioned the state's ongoing efforts to restore the heritage site Chaurasi Kutiya near Rishikesh and requested its approval by the National Board for Wildlife, stating that the funding was already arranged. He also shared a preliminary proposal for linking the glacier-fed Pindar River to rain-fed rivers like Kosi, Gagas, Gomti, and Garud. He said this would benefit around 2 lakh people in 625 villages across Bageshwar, Almora, and Nainital, and improve drinking water access for over 1.25 lakh residents in towns like Garud, Kausani, Dwarahat, Ranikhet, and Almora. He requested that this project be taken up under a special central government scheme. Dhami also sought approval for five hydropower projects with a total capacity of 596 MW, based on recommendations from a committee headed by the Cabinet Secretary. The Prime Minister asked for detailed information on the Char Dham Yatra, Adi Kailash Yatra, Nanda Raj Jat Yatra, Mahakumbh preparations, and the Jal Jeevan Mission in Uttarakhand. PM Modi assured CM Dhami of full support from the central government for the state's development.