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Uttarakhand CM Dhami Pushes Border Area Empowerment & Wildlife Conflict Control

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami emphasized that national defense is a shared duty, praising border residents for their role. He detailed ongoing innovations and infrastructure projects aimed at empowering border areas socially, economically, and strategically. In a separate meeting, he expressed concern over rising human-wildlife conflicts and directed forest and district authorities to implement stronger control measures. These measures include enhanced vigilance, digital surveillance, protective fencing, and active Rapid Response Teams.

Key Points: Uttarakhand CM on Border Development & Wildlife Conflict Measures

  • Border area development for strategic strength
  • Infrastructure and network expansion
  • Tourism and trade facilitation
  • Enhanced measures for human-wildlife conflict
  • Digital surveillance and rapid response systems
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"Innovations are being implemented for empowerment of border areas": Uttarakhand CM Dhami

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami highlights innovations for border area empowerment and directs action on human-wildlife conflict in Uttarakhand.

"defending the nation is not solely the responsibility of the armed forces, but a duty for all of us - CM Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, January 7

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday participated in a seminar on "Fortifying the Himalayas - A Proactive Military-Civil Fusion Strategy in the Middle Sector" at the RS Auditorium, Clement Town, Dehradun.

Addressing the seminar, CM Dhami said that protecting the nation is a shared responsibility and highlighted the government's focus on development and infrastructure in border areas to strengthen them socially, economically, and strategically.

"I believe that defending the nation is not solely the responsibility of the armed forces, but a duty for all of us, and the citizens living in the border areas have fulfilled this responsibility admirably time and again. For this reason, development has also been undertaken in the border regions," CM said.

"Many innovations are being implemented for the empowerment of the border areas, basic necessities are being provided in many areas, networks are being established, and a road network is being built. This has not only facilitated the movement of people in these areas but has also significantly strengthened them from a tourism, trade, economic, and strategic perspective," he added.

A day earlier, the 22nd meeting of the Uttarakhand State Wildlife Board was held at the Secretariat under the Chairmanship of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami.

Expressing concern over the increasing incidents of human-wildlife conflict, the Chief Minister directed that more effective measures be taken to control such incidents.

He emphasised enhancing vigilance in areas affected by bears, leopards, tigers, and elephants, and instructed the Forest Department and district administration to ensure a joint monitoring mechanism.

The Chief Minister directed that regular patrolling, digital surveillance, and early warning systems be kept fully operational in sensitive areas. He said that solar fencing, bio-fencing, honey bee fencing, watchtowers, and other protective measures must be mandatorily installed in affected villages. He also instructed officials to organise awareness camps to sensitise rural communities about safety and to keep Rapid Response Teams continuously active.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good to see the CM talking about both border security and wildlife conflict in the same breath. Uttarakhand's villages need protection from both external threats and internal dangers like animal attacks. Solar fencing and awareness camps are practical steps.
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Rohit P
Hope this isn't just seminar talk. We've heard promises about border area development for years. The proof will be on the ground - when the last village in Chamoli or Pithoragarh gets reliable internet and all-weather road connectivity.
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Meera T
The military-civil fusion strategy is crucial. Our armed forces are brave, but local communities are the eyes and ears. Empowering them with development makes the border literally stronger. Tourism can also boost the local economy if managed sustainably.
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David E
Interesting read. The holistic approach connecting infrastructure, security, and even environmental co-existence (with the wildlife measures) seems very forward-thinking. Hope the implementation matches the vision.
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Karthik V
As someone from the hills, I appreciate the mention of human-wildlife conflict. It's a daily fear for many families. Digital surveillance and rapid response teams can save lives and crops. The border and the forest, both need our attention.

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