Benefits of good governance should reach every citizen: Uttarakhand CM
Dehradun, August 11
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Tuesday met people from various parts of the state at Mukhyasevak Sadan at the Chief Minister's residence and heard their grievances.
During the public hearing, people from different districts apprised the Chief Minister of various issues concerning them.
Dhami listened to the grievances one by one and sought details of the concerned cases from officials, directing them to take necessary action. He said that direct communication between the public and the government through public representatives strengthens the democratic system.
Public hearings provide people with an opportunity to directly bring their concerns before the government and also pave the way for resolving matters pending at various levels.
People raised several issues related to roads and connectivity, drinking water, electricity, education, healthcare, revenue, irrigation, employment, transfers and local development.
The Chief Minister sought updates from officials on the status of these cases and directed them to take necessary action in accordance with eligibility criteria and applicable rules.
He instructed officials to ensure that cases which can be resolved at the departmental level are not unnecessarily delayed, while matters requiring a decision at the government level should be submitted through the prescribed process.
The Chief Minister said that the state government's priority is to ensure that the benefits of good governance reach every citizen. He said the government's schemes and policies can only be truly meaningful when their benefits reach those in need on time.
He directed officials to forward the cases to the concerned departments and ensure prompt action.
The Chief Minister said the government is continuously working towards the overall development of the state while keeping public sentiments and expectations in mind. He also directed officials to ensure that issues concerning the common people are resolved with a humane approach while adhering to rules and regulations.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Good initiative but the real test is implementation. We have seen many such hearings happen before, but the ground reality in villages regarding roads, water and electricity remains poor. Hope this time it's different.
This is how democracy should work! Direct communication between citizens and government is the essence of our system. But we also need to ensure that these hearings happen regularly in remote areas too, not just in Dehradun. Mountain districts often get neglected.
"Benefits of good governance should reach every citizen" - beautiful words. But what about those who can't travel to Dehradun? Senior citizens from remote villages need a digital or tehsil-level mechanism for grievance redressal. Let's make governance more accessible! 🌄
This is encouraging to see - a leader who values direct engagement with citizens. The focus on resolving cases at the departmental level without unnecessary delay is a practical approach. Every state should adopt such transparency.
Respect to CM Dhami ji for this initiative, but I wish the government would also focus on sustainable development. While addressing grievances, we should also promote eco-friendly tourism and infrastructure that doesn't harm our beautiful mountains. We need development with a conscience. 🌿
J James A Admirable effort We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.