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Chief Minister Pushkar Dhami has approved significant funding for multiple development projects across Uttarakhand. The approvals include housing for police personnel, road construction works, and market parking facilities. Simultaneously, the state has sought substantial central assistance for monsoon-related disaster damage that caused numerous casualties and infrastructure losses. These developments were announced during Dhami's engagement with senior citizens and differently-abled individuals in Dehradun.

Key Points: Pushkar Dhami Approves Rs 58 Crore for Uttarakhand Development Schemes

  • Rs 51.28 crore approved for 120 police housing units in Dehradun
  • Rs 4.49 crore allocated for road construction in Dharmpur constituency
  • Rs 2.66 crore sanctioned for Ghansali market parking in Tehri
  • Pension approval for Loktantra Senani family with arrears from 2017
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Uttarakhand CM approves Rs 58.43 crore for various schemes

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami sanctions funds for housing, roads, parking, and pensions while seeking central aid for monsoon disaster damage.

"A total amount of Rs 5,702.15 crore has been demanded by Uttarakhand for the damage caused by the disaster - Disaster Management Department"

Dehradun, September 4

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved Rs 2.66 crore for the construction of a vehicle parking in Ghansali market of Tehri Garhwal district.

Under the state scheme, the Chief Minister has approved Rs 4.49 crore for road construction work, including hot mix interlocking tiles and drain construction in internal routes of Turner Road, Post Office Road and Mohbbewala in Dharmpur assembly constituency of Dehradun district.

Along with this, the Chief Minister has approved the approval of Rs 51.28 crore for the construction of 120 houses of Type II (Block-A) in Police Line Racecourse, Dehradun.

The Chief Minister also approved the Loktantra Senani Samman Pension. He approved the pension of Shanta Tandon, wife of the late Brahma Saran Tandon, resident of Girital Road,

The approval includes arrears of Rs 16,000 per month from June 14, 2017, to October 14, 2022, and Rs 20,000 per month from October 14, 2022, to Post Office Kashipur, District Udham Singh Nagar.

This comes as Dhami participated in a dialogue program with senior citizens and differently-abled people at Mukhya Sevak Sadan in Dehradun.

Earlier, the Uttarakhand government's disaster management department requested the centre to provide special assistance of Rs 5,702.15 crore to compensate for the damage caused during this year's monsoon and to prevent possible damage to infrastructure structures in future.

In this regard, Secretary Disaster Management and Rehabilitation Vinod Kumar Suman has sent a detailed memorandum to the Additional Secretary, Disaster Management Division, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.

A total amount of Rs 5,702.15 crore has been demanded by Uttarakhand for the damage caused by the disaster in 2025 for carrying out repairs and reconstruction, as well as to protect infrastructure structures, including public assets such as roads, that were damaged due to the disaster.

The Secretary Disaster Management and Rehabilitation informed that a total of 79 people have died, 115 people have been injured, and 90 people are missing due to a natural disaster in the year 2025 between April 1 and August 31.

A total of 3,953 small and big animals have died. A total of 238 concrete buildings have been destroyed, two kuccha buildings have been destroyed, 2,835 concrete buildings have been severely damaged, and 402 kuccha buildings have been severely damaged.

Apart from this, a large number of commercial buildings, including shops, hotels, homestays, restaurants, and other structures, have been damaged.

- ANI

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Priya S
While infrastructure development is welcome, I'm concerned about the timing. With the state requesting ₹5700+ crore for disaster relief, shouldn't these funds be prioritized for rebuilding damaged areas first? The monsoon damage statistics are heartbreaking 💔
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Vikram M
Police housing is a much-needed initiative! Our police personnel work tirelessly and deserve proper accommodation. Hope the construction quality is maintained and completed on time. Jai Uttarakhand! 🚓
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Ananya R
The pension approval for the freedom fighter's family is a respectful gesture. We must never forget our heroes and their sacrifices. This is how we honor our history and values 🇮🇳
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Michael C
As someone who frequently visits Uttarakhand, the infrastructure improvements are much needed. However, I hope the construction follows environmental guidelines. The state's natural beauty is its biggest asset that must be preserved.
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Sneha F
The disaster damage numbers are alarming! 79 lives lost and so much property damage 😢 Hope the central government approves the relief funds quickly. Development is important, but saving lives and rebuilding should be top priority right now.

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