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Uttarakhand CM Dhami Approves Rs 256 Crore for Development, Kumbh 2027 Works

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved financial sanctions of Rs 256 crore for various development initiatives across the state, including key infrastructure projects for the upcoming Kumbh Mela 2027. The approved projects include road renovations in Haridwar, redevelopment of Triveni Ghat under the Rishikesh Ganga Corridor Project, and development of North Har Ki Pauri under the Haridwar Ganga Corridor Project. The state government has intensified development work in Haridwar, with Dhami directing officials to complete all permanent infrastructure projects by October 2026. Special emphasis is being placed on rapid infrastructure development, expansion of pilgrim facilities, and establishment of modern surveillance systems for enhanced security during the Kumbh Mela 2027.

Key Points: Uttarakhand CM Dhami Approves Rs 256 Crore for Projects, Kumbh 2027

  • Rs 256 crore approved for development projects statewide
  • Kumbh Mela 2027 works include road renovations in Haridwar
  • Rs 115 crore for Triveni Ghat redevelopment under Rishikesh Ganga Corridor
  • Rs 69 crore for North Har Ki Pauri development under Haridwar Ganga Corridor
  • All permanent infrastructure projects to be completed by October 2026
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Uttarakhand CM Dhami approves Rs 256 crore for development projects, Kumbh Mela 2027 works statewide

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami approves Rs 256 crore for development projects and Kumbh Mela 2027 preparations, including road renovations and Ganga Corridor work in Uttarakhand.

"These decisions are expected to significantly strengthen infrastructure, improve disaster management systems, and enhance arrangements related to drinking water supply and flood protection - CMO release"

Dehradun, May 9

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved financial sanctions amounting to Rs 256 crore for a range of development initiatives across the state, including key infrastructure projects connected to the upcoming Kumbh Mela-2027, the release said.

Under the Kumbh Mela-2027 projects, the Chief Minister approved the release of Rs 2.72 crore for the renovation of the four-lane road from National Highway-58 to the industrial area, Rs 2.13 crore for improvement works through BC from km 0.00 to 5.00 of the Pathulok Barrage Road, and Rs 1.36 crore for the renovation of the Bahadrabad-Rohalki Tiraaha to Alipur-Sukrasa-Pathri Ambuwala road.

Earlier, CM Dhami approved projects worth Rs 1,252 crore for the preparations of Kumbh Mela 2027 as well as for various development initiatives.

These decisions are expected to significantly strengthen infrastructure, improve disaster management systems, and enhance arrangements related to drinking water supply and flood protection, according to a release from CMO.

In addition, under the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment scheme of the Planning Department, the CM has approved Rs 115 crore for the redevelopment of Triveni Ghat under the Rishikesh Ganga Corridor Project, and Rs 69.06 crore for the North Har Ki Pauri development under the Haridwar Ganga Corridor Project.

Furthermore, under Kumbh Mela 2027 preparations, approval has been granted for a Rs 6 crore project to replace the pumping water supply scheme for pipeline laying and distribution in Haridwar. Another Rs 6 crore has been sanctioned for the repair and improvement of existing roads in the Har Ki Pauri, Kankhal, and Gaurishankar areas in the Bahadrabad block of Haridwar district. Additionally, Rs 99 lakh has been approved for line shifting works by the electricity department.

The Uttarakhand government intensified development work in Haridwar, with Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami directing officials to complete all permanent infrastructure projects by October 2026.

In preparation for the Kumbh Mela 2027 to be held next year in Haridwar, special emphasis is being placed on the rapid development of infrastructure, the expansion of facilities for pilgrims, and the establishment of modern surveillance and control systems for enhanced security.

- ANI

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Priya S
The Ganga Corridor projects for Triveni Ghat and Har Ki Pauri are long overdue. These are our cultural heritage sites and they need proper restoration. Just hope the beautification doesn't end up destroying the natural riverbank like some other projects. 🙏
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Rohit L
Rs 6 crore for replacing water supply pipes in Haridwar? That's a drop in the ocean for a city that hosts crores of pilgrims. The drinking water situation during Kumbh 2021 was a disaster - hope they learned from that and are investing more in water infrastructure.
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Ananya R
Good to see the state government planning ahead for 2027 instead of last-minute chaos. The October 2026 deadline for permanent infrastructure is sensible. But I'm sceptical - do we actually have the project management capacity to deliver all this on time? Let's hope the execution matches the ambition. 🤞
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Karan T
Rs 99 lakh for electricity line shifting? That's peanuts compared to the other numbers here. But it's the small municipal-level works that matter most for daily life. Road repairs in Bahadrabad block should help local commuters too, not just Kumbh pilgrims.
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Sneha F
While I appreciate the focus on Kumbh, I wish equal attention was given to rural roads in remote Uttarakhand villages. Our hills need connectivity too, not just the pilgrimage corridors. Development shouldn't be event-driven but needs-based.

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