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Amit Shah Inaugurates Rs 1,129 Crore Projects in Uttarakhand, Lauds Dhami Govt

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 39 development projects totaling Rs 1,129.91 crore in Haridwar. He highlighted a massive increase in central funds to Uttarakhand since 2014, alongside growth in per capita income and GSDP. Shah also launched the state's e-Zero FIR system for swift action in major cyber fraud cases and distributed police appointment letters. The event included granting citizenship certificates to 162 refugees from Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Key Points: Amit Shah Launches Rs 1,129 Cr Projects in Uttarakhand

  • Foundation for 22 projects worth Rs 1,014 cr
  • Inauguration of 17 projects worth Rs 115 cr
  • Central funds rose from Rs 54,000 cr to Rs 1.87 lakh cr post-2014
  • Launch of e-Zero FIR system for cyber fraud
  • Citizenship to 162 refugees from Pak, Afghanistan
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Amit Shah lays foundation stone for development projects worth Rs 1,129 crore in Uttarakhand

Union Minister Amit Shah inaugurated development projects, cited increased central funds, and launched the e-Zero FIR system for cyber fraud in Uttarakhand.

Amit Shah lays foundation stone for development projects worth Rs 1,129 crore in Uttarakhand
"government jobs in Uttarakhand are now being provided without corruption or unfair practices - Amit Shah"

Haridwar, March 7

The Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Saturday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for various development projects worth Rs. 1,129.91 crore during a programme marking four years of the Pushkar Singh Dhami government.

He laid the foundation stone for 22 projects worth Rs. 1,014.81 crore and inaugurated 17 projects worth Rs. 115.10 crore.

During the event, Shah further stated that between 2004 and 2014, Uttarakhand received only Rs. 54,000 crore from the central government. In contrast, since 2014, the state has received Rs. 1.87 lakh crore from the Centre.

In addition, thousands of crores of rupees are being invested in projects such as the all-weather road project, the Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor, railways, and other infrastructure developments. He noted that the per capita income of Uttarakhand has increased from Rs. 1.25 lakh in 2014 to Rs. 2.60 lakh today, while the state's GSDP has risen from Rs. 1.5 lakh crore to Rs. 3.5 lakh crore.

He congratulated around 1,900 youths who received appointment letters as constables in the Uttarakhand Police. He said that government jobs in Uttarakhand are now being provided without corruption or unfair practices. This has been made possible through the strict anti-copying law introduced by Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, which has ensured transparency in recruitment.

Moreover, citizenship certificates were also granted to 162 refugees who had migrated from Pakistan and Afghanistan during the event.

Among those who received the certificates on stage were Shailesh, associated with the priestly family of the revered Hinglaj Mata Temple in Balochistan, Pakistan; Jaspal Kumar from Bhattagram, Pakistan; Durganath T. Rajput, who came to India after facing harassment against women in Karachi, Pakistan; and Hanseri Bai from Afghanistan.

On this occasion, the Home Minister also launched the e-Zero FIR system in Uttarakhand. Initiated under Section 173 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, the e-Zero FIR system has been developed to provide quick assistance to victims of financial cyber fraud cases involving amounts above Rs. 1 lakh.

Complaints received through the 1930 helpline or the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal will now be registered as e-Zero FIRs at the state cyber police station in Dehradun and immediately forwarded to the concerned police station through the CCTNS network.

This system will enable the police to take swift action within the golden hour, begin evidence collection promptly, and freeze suspicious transactions, thereby increasing the chances of recovering the defrauded money.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
While the projects are welcome, I hope the environmental impact in the fragile Himalayan ecosystem is being seriously considered. Uttarakhand has seen devastating floods. Development should not come at the cost of nature. Also, hope these projects create sustainable local jobs and not just temporary construction work.
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Aman W
The e-Zero FIR system for cyber fraud is a much-needed step! So many elderly people and even young folks get trapped in these scams. If action can be taken in the golden hour, it can save people's hard-earned money. Good initiative. Hope it's implemented effectively across all states soon.
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Sarah B
The part about granting citizenship to refugees from Pakistan and Afghanistan is heartwarming. Giving a home to those who faced persecution, especially the priest from Hinglaj Mata temple, shows India's civilizational commitment to sheltering those in need. Jai Hind.
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Vikram M
Providing 1900 police jobs without corruption is a big deal for the youth of Uttarakhand. If the anti-copying law has brought transparency, it should be a model for other states. A stable government job can change the future of an entire family in the hills. Good step.
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Karthik V
The comparison of funds between 2004-14 and post-2014 is stark. It shows where the priority lies. Infrastructure development in border states like Uttarakhand is also crucial for national security. Hope the momentum continues and the benefits reach the last person in the remote villages.

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