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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami met Union Minister Manohar Lal to discuss key infrastructure projects. He sought Rs 7,800 crore for hydropower development in Kumaon and remote regions. Dhami also pushed for extending the RRTS to Haridwar to ease traffic and boost economic growth. Additionally, he raised concerns about PMAY-U guidelines affecting cash flow for housing projects.

Key Points: Pushkar Dhami Seeks Centre's Support for Hydropower and RRTS Extension

  • Dhami seeks Rs 4,000 crore for Kumaon hydropower projects
  • Requests Rs 3,800 crore for pump storage in remote areas
  • Urges RRTS extension to Haridwar for traffic relief
  • Highlights PMAY-U challenges for weaker income groups
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Uttarakhand CM seeks Centre's support for hydropower projects, RRTS extension to Haridwar

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami requests Rs 7,800 crore for hydropower projects and RRTS extension to Haridwar in meeting with Union Minister Manohar Lal.

"The phased assistance system should also be implemented in private land-based projects. – Pushkar Singh Dhami"

New Delhi, June 16

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday met Union Energy and Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Manohar Lal and requested special assistance under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) and development of hydroelectric projects in the state.

The Chief Minister requested the Union Minister to automate the power lines in the Rishikesh-Haridwar area and also for a viability gap fund of Rs 4,000 crore for the construction of hydroelectric projects in the Kumaon and Upper Yamuna regions of the state, a release said.

The Chief Minister also requested a viability gap fund of Rs 3,800 crore for the development of pump storage projects in remote and difficult terrain of the state so that energy generation capacity can be increased in these areas and local development can also be promoted.

Apart from this, the Chief Minister requested approval of the DPR of two important projects of Pitkul under the Power System Development Fund and also requested for approval of both these projects with a 100 per cent grant. The cost of these projects is Rs 1007.82 crore.

The Chief Minister drew the attention of the Union Minister to the practical challenges of the current guidelines regarding the construction of residential units for the weaker income group under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban).

He also informed that the State Government is successfully running projects under the private partnership model, but the system of lump sum central grants is affecting the cash flow of the projects.

The Chief Minister urged that the phased assistance system (like 40:40:20) applicable on government land should also be implemented in private land-based projects.

He said that clear guidelines be given to banks, NBFCs and other financial institutions in this regard so that the beneficiaries of the EWS category can easily get loan facilities.

The Chief Minister requested the Union Minister to extend the RRTS (Regional Rapid Transit System) beyond Modipuram Meerut Marg to Haridwar. This will not only solve the traffic problem in the state but will also promote urbanisation and overall economic development.

- ANI

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Here are 6 diverse Indian perspective comments for the Uttarakhand hydropower and RRTS article:
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Rajesh K.
Finally some focus on Uttarakhand's development! The RRTS extension to Haridwar is much needed - currently the traffic situation during Char Dham yatra is unbearable. Hope the Centre approves these projects soon. 🙏
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Priya M.
While hydro projects are important, we must ensure they don't damage the fragile Himalayan ecosystem. The government should conduct proper environmental impact assessments before approving anything in these sensitive areas.
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Amit S.
Good move by CM Dhami! Uttarakhand has huge untapped hydro potential. These projects will create local jobs and boost tourism infrastructure too. The RRTS connectivity will be a game-changer for pilgrims and commuters alike.
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Sunita R.
I appreciate the focus on affordable housing reforms. The current system does make it difficult for poor families to get loans. Hope the banks follow through if new guidelines come. Housing is a basic need, not a luxury.
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Vikram J.
₹4,000 crore is a huge amount! While development is important, I hope there's proper transparency in how these funds are utilized. We've seen too many cases of corruption in hill state projects before.
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Neha T.
As someone from Dehradun, better transport connectivity to Haridwar would be amazing! But they should also improve last-mile connectivity - what's the use of RRTS if we still need to take expensive taxis to reach final destinations?

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