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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed officials to promote locally manufactured goods across the state. He emphasized that this initiative will strengthen the Swadeshi movement while boosting the state's economy. The CM expressed confidence that citizens will prioritize Indian-made products following PM Modi's appeal. Additionally, the state is expanding helicopter connectivity under the Udan scheme to improve transportation infrastructure.

Key Points: Pushkar Singh Dhami Directs Officials to Promote Swadeshi Products

  • Dhami aims to strengthen faith in Swadeshi products across Uttarakhand
  • Initiative expected to create new employment and self-employment opportunities
  • Push aligns with PM Modi's vision for a self-reliant India
  • State government promoting local manufacturing to boost economy
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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami directs officials to promote Swadeshi products

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami orders officials to promote local goods to boost state economy and support PM Modi's self-reliant India vision.

"I have full faith that all the people of the state will give priority to goods manufactured in the country - Pushkar Singh Dhami"

Dehradun, August 26

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, in a meeting at his official residence on Tuesday, directed the officials to promote the use of goods manufactured in the state.

According to a release from the Chief Minister's Office, he said that it is "our resolve that the people of the state should be motivated to use local products, so that the faith in Swadeshi is strengthened and the economy of the state can get new momentum and strength."

The Chief Minister said, "I have full faith that all the people of the state will give priority to goods manufactured in the country by assimilating the appeal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This will not only increase employment and self-employment opportunities for our youth, but we will also all participate in realising the dream of a self-reliant India."

Meanwhile, Uttarakhand is set to expand its heli connectivity, with a new helicopter service between Pithoragarh and Munsyari expected to start by September 30 under the Udan scheme. The central government has selected Heritage Aviation to operate the service on this route.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami had recently sought cooperation from Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu in expanding heli services in the state. In this sequence, the Union Minister has written a letter to the Chief Minister informing that Heritage Aviation has been selected for the Pithoragarh-Munsyari-Pithoragarh heli service under the Udan scheme.

Similarly, preparations are being made for heli service on the Pithoragarh-Dharchula-Pithoragarh route under the Udan scheme, for which land is required to build a helipad in Dharchula.

Heritage Aviation has been given preliminary consent to operate the service on this route as well. Similarly, if the proposal for operating the service between Pithoragarh and Delhi under the Udan scheme comes from the airlines, it will be considered positively.

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnav has written a letter to the Chief Minister informing them that the Ministry is conducting a feasibility study for operating the Achhnera-Tanakpur special train as per the demand of the state government; further action will be taken in this sequence.

The Chief Minister has expressed his gratitude to both the Union Ministers for the expansion of the heli and rail network.

- ANI

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Priya S
Good step but implementation is key. Hope they create proper marketing channels for local artisans and small businesses. Just asking people to buy local isn't enough - need proper infrastructure and support systems.
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Aman W
The heli connectivity expansion is much needed for hilly areas like Munsyari and Dharchula. This will boost tourism and help local businesses reach wider markets. Double benefit for swadeshi products! 🚁
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Sarah B
As someone who frequently visits Uttarakhand, I've noticed the amazing local products - from woolens to honey. Better connectivity and promotion will help these reach more customers. Great holistic approach!
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Nikhil C
Hope they focus on quality control too. Sometimes local products lack consistency. If we want people to choose swadeshi over imported, the quality must be competitive. Otherwise it becomes tokenism.
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Meera T
This is the right direction! Uttarakhand has so much potential in organic farming, handicrafts, and tourism. Combined with better connectivity through heli services and railways, this can transform the state's economy 🙏

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