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Uttarakhand Budget Focuses on Public Input and Balanced Growth, Says CM Dhami

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami chaired a pre-budget dialogue in Banbasa, stressing the importance of public participation in shaping Uttarakhand's budget for inclusive development. Finance officials highlighted significant economic progress, including a near-doubling of the capital outlay and 60% GDP growth over recent years. The government's roadmap aims for complete self-reliance by 2047, with immediate priorities including women's safety through initiatives like pink toilets. The dialogue gathered suggestions across key sectors like tourism, agriculture, and infrastructure to reflect public aspirations in the final budget.

Key Points: Uttarakhand Pre-Budget Dialogue Emphasizes Public Participation

  • Public participation in budget
  • Doubled capital outlay
  • 60% GDP growth
  • Goal of self-reliance by 2047
  • Focus on women's safety
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Uttarakhand Budget to reflect public participation, balanced growth: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami chairs pre-budget talks, highlighting public input, economic growth, and self-reliance goals for Uttarakhand's development.

"Despite being a small state, Uttarakhand has secured a leading position in financial management across the country. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Banbasa, February 7

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday underscored the state government's commitment to inclusive and sustainable development while chairing a pre-budget dialogue at the NHPC Banbasa Auditorium.

The discussions focused on Uttarakhand's overall development roadmap, strengthening a self-reliant economy, and ensuring wider public participation in the budget-making process.

The dialogue was led by Additional Secretary to the Chief Minister, Manmohan Mainali, and included public representatives, senior officials, subject experts, and stakeholders from multiple sectors.

Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Dhami said the state budget plays a crucial role in determining Uttarakhand's direction and becomes meaningful only through active citizen participation. He assured that suggestions received during the dialogue would be carefully examined and incorporated into the upcoming budget wherever feasible.

Highlighting the state's financial progress, Finance Secretary Dilip Jawalkar said Uttarakhand's capital outlay has nearly doubled over the last five years, rising from Rs 7,534 crore to Rs 14,765 crore. He added that the state's Gross Domestic Product has grown by nearly 60 per cent, rising from Rs 2.54 lakh crore in 2021-22 to Rs 4.74 lakh crore currently, calling it a major economic achievement.

Chief Minister Dhami reiterated the government's resolve to make Uttarakhand self-reliant in every sector by 2047. "Despite being a small state, Uttarakhand has secured a leading position in financial management across the country. This is a matter of pride for all of us," he said.

Emphasising women's safety and sanitation, he announced that the government will work to provide facilities, such as pink toilets, in every village.

A wide range of suggestions were presented during the dialogue, including measures to boost rural and urban development, agriculture, horticulture, industry, tourism, women's empowerment, and infrastructure. Dhami said the government is developing policies with the expectations of all sections of society in mind and urged those who have not yet shared their inputs to do so.

Referring to Uttarakhand's Silver Jubilee year, the Chief Minister said the state has achieved several milestones and must now move forward with renewed resolve. He expressed confidence that collective and honest efforts would help Uttarakhand reach new heights of development, with every decision reflecting the aspirations of its people.

- ANI

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Rohit P
The GDP growth figures are impressive, no doubt. But as a resident of Dehradun, I hope this translates to better roads, less traffic chaos, and more job opportunities for our youth. Development should be felt on the ground, not just in reports.
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Aman W
Self-reliant Uttarakhand by 2047 is a visionary goal. Tourism and horticulture are our strengths. The budget must heavily invest in sustainable tourism infrastructure and support for apple/lemon growers. Jai Uttarakhand! 🏔️
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Sarah B
While the intent is good, I'm cautiously optimistic. Often, such dialogues become talking shops. The real test is whether the budget document reflects the diverse inputs received, especially from marginalized communities and environmental experts.
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Vikram M
Doubling capital outlay is a big achievement. This should mean more schools, hospitals, and water projects in the hills. Migration from villages is a huge issue; hope the budget has a concrete plan to reverse it by creating local livelihoods.
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Kavya N
Women's empowerment and sanitation go hand in hand. Pink toilets in every village will be a game-changer for safety and dignity. Hope they are maintained properly. Also, expecting good schemes for women entrepreneurs in the budget.

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