Dehradun, July 14 (APAC Media): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved nearly Rs 17 crore for development and rehabilitation projects across the state.
The funds will support irrigation upgrades, sewer infrastructure and rehabilitation work in subsidence hit Joshimath.
Temple development, disaster relief and sports facilities are also covered under the latest financial approvals.
Rs 10 Crore for Joshimath Rehabilitation
The largest allocation of Rs 10 crore has been approved for land acquisition in Jyotirmath, also known as Joshimath, in Chamoli district.
The funds will come from the State Contingency Fund.
The land is required for slope stabilisation work planned by the Public Works Department in areas affected by the 2023 land subsidence.
The project aims to strengthen long-term safety measures and support rehabilitation in the affected region.
Rs 3.11 Crore for Dehradun Sewer Line
CM Dhami has sanctioned Rs 3.11 crore for a new sewer line in the Ramgarh area of Dehradun.
The project covers Vani Vihar in the Raipur Assembly constituency.
The new sewer network is expected to improve sanitation and provide better connectivity to local residents.
Old Tubewell Pumps to Be Replaced in Uttarakhand
The state government has approved Rs 3.01 crore to modernise irrigation infrastructure in Nainital district.
Pump sets that are more than 15 years old will be replaced with energy efficient systems at tubewells under the Haldwani Branch.
The upgrade is expected to improve irrigation services while reducing energy use and operational costs.
Relief for 14 Disaster Affected Families
The Chief Minister has approved Rs 3.36 lakh from the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund for 14 families affected by natural disasters.
The families are from Majhada and Kaligad villages in Dehradun district.
Each family will receive Rs 4,000 per month to rent temporary accommodation at safer locations. The assistance will be provided during the 2025-26 financial year.
Uttarakhand Nanda Devi Temple Gets Rs 90.16 Lakh
The Uttarakhand government has sanctioned Rs 90.16 lakh for the beautification of the Nanda Devi Temple in Milam village of Pithoragarh.
The project will focus on improving facilities around the temple.
The development is also expected to support religious tourism in the region.
Rs 5 Lakh Support for Sports Facilities
CM Dhami has also approved Rs 5 lakh for the Uttaranchal Press Club.
The financial assistance will be used to purchase sports equipment and improve sporting facilities.
Uttarakhand Pushes Development and Rehabilitation
The nearly Rs 17 crore funding package covers projects across infrastructure, disaster rehabilitation, irrigation and tourism.
The approvals also address local needs in Dehradun, Nainital, Chamoli and Pithoragarh.
Through the latest funding, the Uttarakhand government aims to improve public infrastructure while accelerating rehabilitation and development work across the state.
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