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CM Dhami Hails Municipal Staff as Uttarakhand's "Strongest Pillars" of Growth

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami praised municipal employees, calling them the "strongest pillars" and "foundation stones" of the state's development. He emphasized their critical, though often invisible, role in maintaining city cleanliness and basic facilities. Dhami specifically recalled their extraordinary courage and selfless service as a protective shield for the public during the COVID-19 pandemic. The remarks were made at a program organized by the Uttarakhand Local Bodies Employees Joint Front in Dehradun.

Key Points: Uttarakhand CM Calls Municipal Employees Pillars of Development

  • Lauds municipal employees as development pillars
  • Highlights their critical, often invisible work
  • Recalls their selfless service during COVID-19
  • Emphasizes their role in city cleanliness and facilities
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CM Dhami calls municipal employees 'strongest pillars' of Uttarakhand development

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami praises municipal staff as the foundation of state development and recalls their critical role during the COVID-19 pandemic.

"If I call all of you the strongest pillars of our state's development journey... it wouldn't be an exaggeration. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, April 1

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday lauded the role of municipal employees, calling them the "strongest pillars" of the state's development.

Adressing a gathering here, the Chief Minister emphasised the critical contribution of government staff in ensuring smooth functioning and public welfare.

"The development of any state depends on the roles of the employees. What kind of people are working there? Therefore, the role of employees is extremely important in the development of the state. And if we talk about municipal employees, then their role is even more important than the general employees because you all are such an invisible force that is not visible, but you keep your work going. You clean our cities, you maintain the basic facilities properly, and you operate them smoothly. Sometimes, when you all get a bit disgruntled, it becomes evident at that time. Am I right?" Dhami said.

"If I call all of you the strongest pillars of our state's development journey, if I call you the foundation stones of our state on which the entire state rests, it wouldn't be an exaggeration. Without you, you perform your duty and obligation in every situation without any expectation, with complete sincerity and total dedication," he added.

CM Dhami also recalled the challenging times during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting the selfless efforts of municipal staff in protecting the public.

"I remember when people were not stepping out of their homes, when one person didn't want to meet another, and if someone did come, people kept them away. Do you remember which time it was? In the COVID times, even during such times, you all worked as a shield for us and for the people, stepped onto the ground, and took charge of protecting everyone. At that time, you not only fulfilled your duties but also set an extraordinary example of serving humanity. You didn't care for your own lives but worked to save lives. On this occasion, I heartfully salute all of you for your courage, service, and dedication at that time," he added. The remarks came after CM Dhami participated in a program organised by the Uttarakhand Local Bodies Employees Joint Front at the CM Residence Auditorium in Dehradun.

- ANI

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Priya S
Words of praise are welcome, but I hope this translates into better working conditions and timely salaries for these employees. Many of them work on contract with minimal benefits. True respect is shown through action, not just speeches.
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Rohit P
Absolutely right! During COVID, while we were safe inside, these were the people ensuring our streets were clean and essential services ran. They are the real heroes of our hills. Jai Uttarakhand! 🏔️
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Aman W
As someone from Haridwar, I can say the municipal workers during the Kumbh Mela do an incredible job managing the crowd and cleanliness. It's a massive task. Recognition is long overdue.
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Michael C
Visiting Uttarakhand often, the difference in civic maintenance between tourist towns and smaller villages is stark. Hopefully, this focus means better resources for all areas, not just the cities. The development should be uniform.
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Neha E
True words, CM Dhami. But we also need citizens to do their part. We can't just rely on them and litter everywhere. Swachh Bharat starts with us. Let's respect their work by using bins and reducing waste.

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