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Uttarakhand Ranks 2nd in Fiscal Health, CM Dhami Credits Good Governance

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced the state has been recognized as a national leader in financial management and good governance. The state secured second position in the NITI Aayog Fiscal Health Index among North-Eastern and Himalayan states. This ranking reflects strong performance in revenue growth, expenditure quality, and debt management. The government aims to further accelerate development through balanced investments while maintaining fiscal discipline.

Key Points: Uttarakhand's Fiscal Success: 2nd in NITI Aayog's Index

  • Ranked 2nd in NITI Aayog's Fiscal Health Index
  • Praised for revenue surplus & deficit control
  • Compliant with FRBM Act standards
  • Focus on infrastructure & job creation
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Uttarakhand has gained recognition as leading state at national level, says Uttarakhand CM

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami highlights Uttarakhand's 2nd rank in fiscal health among Himalayan states, attributing success to transparent policies and discipline.

"this achievement reflects the state's strong policies in revenue growth, improved quality of expenditure, deficit management, and debt management. - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Chamoli, March 13

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said in the Assembly that Uttarakhand has, in recent years, gained recognition at the national level as a leading state in financial management, fiscal discipline, and good governance. He stated that the positive outcomes are the result of the state government's transparent financial policies, effective utilisation of resources, and a long-term economic vision.

Speaking during the Assembly session in Bhararisain (Gairsain), the Chief Minister said that "the recently released Fiscal Health Index 2026 by NITI Aayog has appreciated Uttarakhand's financial management. According to the report, Uttarakhand has secured the second position among the North-Eastern and Himalayan states.

He added that "this achievement reflects the state's strong policies in revenue growth, improved quality of expenditure, deficit management, and debt management."

CM Dhami further said that "Uttarakhand has consistently performed well in maintaining fiscal discipline. In the Arun Jaitley Financial Management Report as well, Uttarakhand has secured the second position among special category Himalayan states after Arunachal Pradesh, highlighting the strength of the state's financial system and responsible governance."

The Chief Minister also informed that, according to the report received from the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, the Uttarakhand government has fully complied with the standards prescribed under the Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management Act. The state has maintained a revenue surplus and kept the fiscal deficit within the prescribed limit of the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP).

Dhami said that "the state government aims to further strengthen Uttarakhand economically and accelerate the pace of development. To achieve this, the government is making balanced investments in infrastructure, the social sector, and employment-generating sectors while maintaining fiscal discipline.'

He added that "by working on the principles of transparency, accountability, and good governance, the state government is continuously striving to make Uttarakhand a financially strong, self-reliant, and developed state.'

Meanwhile, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, while speaking to the reporters, said, "...The State Govt is already working on various issues. UCC Act is in effect in the state...Our Govt is committed to ensuring that values and 'Devatva' continue. The assembly has functioned as per the stipulated time. I thank everyone for this."

He further added, "Strict action will be taken wherever any discrepancy is detected. There is no need for any person. This is a global challenge. But there are no problems in our country, in our state. All arrangements have been made, and I am reviewing this personally."

- ANI

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Priya S
While the fiscal numbers look good, I hope the development is reaching the remote hill villages too. Sometimes progress is only visible in the big towns. The focus should be on sustainable tourism and preserving our natural beauty while developing.
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Rohit P
Second position among Himalayan states is a big achievement! The terrain makes infrastructure projects very challenging and expensive. Kudos to the team for maintaining fiscal discipline. Hope they keep investing in disaster management, given our state's vulnerability.
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Sarah B
Interesting to read. I visited Uttarakhand last year and was impressed by the infrastructure in places like Rishikesh. It's good to hear the state is being managed well financially. Transparency in governance is key for long-term trust.
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Vikram M
The CM mentioned UCC. While financial management is crucial, we must also ensure social harmony and preserve the unique cultural fabric of Devbhoomi. Development should be balanced with tradition. Jai Uttarakhand!
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Karthik V
Revenue surplus is impressive. But as a taxpayer, I want to see where this money is being used. More transparency in project-wise spending would be appreciated. The report is a good step, but ground reality must match the numbers.

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