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Centre to examine full cost of Haridwar-Dehradun upgrade

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw in New Delhi to discuss the expansion of rail infrastructure across the state. The meeting focused on upgrading major stations, doubling key routes, and linking new regions through strategic railway projects that could boost regional connectivity and tourism. Dehradun and Haridwar Stations to […]

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Skill gap survey to shape youth training programs

Uttarakhand is strengthening its skill development and overseas employment initiatives to connect young professionals with job opportunities in the state, across India, and abroad. Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan reviewed the Department of Skill Development and Employment today, outlining a comprehensive strategy to enhance training and placement for youth. Overseas Employment Opportunities Bardhan emphasized the need […]

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Govt push for skill training, social empowerment

A vibrant exhibition celebrating the creativity of children from state-run childcare institutions and women from government shelters opened today at the Secretariat complex in Dehradun. Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan inaugurated the exhibition, highlighting it as a key initiative to empower marginalized groups through skill-building and creative expression. Empowerment Through Art and Skill Training Bardhan applauded […]

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Forest Dept to get drones, new tech for monitoring

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced a major increase in compensation for victims of wild animal attacks, signaling a strengthened government push to balance human safety and wildlife protection. The state will now provide ₹10 lakh as assistance in cases of such incidents, marking a significant policy update in its human-wildlife conflict management […]

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Anand Bardhan directs new survey for slum upgrade

Uttarakhand’s push for slum redevelopment gained fresh momentum after Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan chaired a high-level meeting at the state secretariat. The review focused on expediting the rehabilitation and regularization of residents living in slum clusters across the state through a renewed survey and coordinated district action plan. Fresh Survey and Policy Action During the […]

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Centre Agrees in Principle to State’s Development Plans

Uttarakhand is pushing forward a dual development agenda—balancing renewable energy expansion with sports infrastructure aimed at youth empowerment. In a recent meeting in New Delhi, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held talks with Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav, seeking clearances and support for key projects that could reshape the state’s […]

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Uttarakhand CM congratulates new Vice President in New Delhi

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami met Vice President CP Radhakrishnan in New Delhi on Wednesday to extend his congratulations and best wishes as the latter assumed office as Vice President of India. The meeting highlighted mutual respect and reaffirmed cooperative federal relations between Uttarakhand and the Centre. Courtesy Visit in Delhi During the meeting […]

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Vocal for Local gains strength in Uttarakhand under Dhami

Promoting the spirit of self-reliance ahead of the festive season, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami urged citizens to embrace indigenous products as he visited the Khadi Gramodyog Bhavan on Chakrata Road, Dehradun, and purchased local khadi goods. His message echoed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent call through the Mann Ki Baat programme, encouraging Indians to support […]

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Uttarakhand CM boosts rural women entrepreneurship drive

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami highlighted the state’s growing push toward women-led entrepreneurship and rural empowerment as he inaugurated several key initiatives during the Saras Aajeevika Mela in Rishikesh. The event showcased the state’s vision for self-reliant villages, women’s economic participation, and support for local enterprises. Empowering Rural Livelihoods At the fair, the Chief Minister launched […]

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Bhupender Yadav chairs ICFRE AGM, unveils new research roadmap

India’s top forest research agency marked a milestone in sustainable forestry innovation as the 31st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) convened today at the Forest Research Institute (FRI) in Dehradun. The meeting brought actionable strategies for forestry research, technology outreach, and community-linked ecological development into sharp […]