CM Dhami clears Rs 29.10 cr for infra, water projects across Uttarakhand
Dehradun, May 21
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday said that the state government is continuously working towards strengthening basic infrastructure, improving civic amenities, and enhancing public facilities across the state.
He stated that the timely implementation of development schemes would directly benefit the people of the state and accelerate regional development.
The Chief Minister has approved financial sanctions worth Rs 29.10 crore for various infrastructure development, drinking water supply, and public welfare projects in different districts of the state.
He directed the concerned departmental officials to ensure that all approved projects are implemented within the stipulated timeframe and according to quality standards so that the benefits reach the general public effectively.
Under the Housing Department, the Chief Minister granted administrative and financial approval of Rs 48.82 crore for the construction of a multi-level parking facility at Neelkanth in Pauri Garhwal district, along with the release of the first instalment of Rs 19.53 crore.
In the Almora district, under the Someshwar Assembly constituency, he approved Rs 1.36 crore for the installation of 38 India Mark-II hand pumps in various gram panchayats and villages to ensure a smooth drinking water supply. A first instalment of Rs 50 lakh has also been sanctioned for the project.
For the Hindolakhal Pumping Drinking Water Scheme in Tehri Garhwal district, the Chief Minister approved Rs 9.73 crore for the procurement of energy-efficient pumps under the electrical and mechanical works component. An initial instalment of Rs 3.89 crore has also been released for the implementation of the scheme.
Additionally, administrative and financial approval of Rs 9.81 crore has been granted for the construction of the Devbhoomi Rajat Jayanti Park in Ward Neda Baste under the Pithoragarh Municipal Corporation area, along with a first instalment of Rs 1.97 crore.
The Chief Minister also approved a Rs 3.21 crore plan for 10 temporary repair works proposed by the Drinking Water Resources Development and Construction Corporation in connection with the Kumbh Mela 2027.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally some attention to Almora! 38 hand pumps for Someshwar is a step in the right direction. But why only Rs 1.36 crore? Many villages still rely on distant water sources. Need more sustainable solutions like piped water schemes too. 😊
The Devbhoomi Rajat Jayanti Park in Pithoragarh sounds lovely! Rs 9.81 crore for a park - hope it includes proper seating, walking paths and green spaces. Our hill towns need more public spaces for families. Just hope maintenance is taken seriously. 🌳💚
Kumbh Mela 2027 planning has started already? That's foresight. Rs 3.21 crore for temporary repairs seems reasonable for such a massive event. But I hope the drinking water projects get priority - many villages in Tehri and Almora still struggle during summers. 🚰
Infrastructure is good but we need transparency! Rs 29.10 crore total, but where's the breakdown for each district? Also, multi-level parking in Pauri - will it be accessible for locals or just for tourists? Need to ensure public interest first. 🧐
Happy to see development in Uttarakhand beyond just Dehradun and Haridwar. Hindolakhal pumping scheme with energy-efficient pumps is a smart move - save electricity and water! But will these projects finish on time? Past record shows delays. 🤞
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