Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami Inaugurates ₹550 Crore Development Projects at Haridwar’s Rishikul Maidan

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, on Friday, laid the foundation stones and inaugurated 107 development projects worth ₹550 crore at the “Vikas Sankalp Parv” held at Rishikul Maidan, Haridwar.

Projects and Announcements for Holistic Development

CM Dhami announced a series of developmental and infrastructure initiatives aimed at transforming Haridwar district:

• Construction of a lake for irrigation in Lal Dhang
• Upgrade of Lal Dhang PHC to CHC
• Widening the road from Bhaganpur to Iqbalpur
• New road between Bhaganpur and Sikroud
• Degree college construction in Niranjanpur
• Upgrade of high school in Mubarakpur Alipur
• CC-roads along both sides of the raillines in Mohammadpur Jatgaon
• Drainage and road works in Ward 22 & 23 of Roorkee Municipal area, under Jhajreda constituency
• Bridge on Solani river at Dhadeki, Khanpur
• Ganga river bridge construction at Giddhawali
• Motor road from Nagad Paloni via Rangdh Wala near Bhaganpur
• Boundary wall at Mewad Nagad cremation ground and in Mohammadpur Panda

He also made 13 major announcements focusing on comprehensive infrastructure and community needs for Haridwar district.

Rural Empowerment & Beneficiary Support

During the event, CM Dhami distributed financial assistance cheques totaling ₹7.581 million to beneficiaries of various schemes:

Chief Minister’s Message on Progress & Integrity

Addressing the gathering, CM Dhami emphasized that the day marks the completion of four successful years of his service to Uttarakhand—since assuming office on 4 July 2021. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to the people of Devbhoomi for their trust, which inspires him daily to dedicate himself to the state’s growth and public service.

Highlighting efforts across sectors—from urban and rural development to gender empowerment and employment—he credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership. Thanks to initiatives like Homestay, Lakhpati Didi, and Solar Self-Employment schemes, Uttarakhand ranks first in the NITI Aayog’s Sustainable Development Goals index.

He also pointed out the state’s sharp drop in unemployment by a record 4.4%, now below the national average. His government introduced 30% reservation for women in government jobs and launched schemes like the Chief Minister’s Women Empowerment Plan, Mahalakshmi, Vatsalya, Aanchal Amrit, and Nutrition Mission.

A Strong Stand for Clean Governance

CM Dhami reaffirmed his resolve against corruption—“zero tolerance.” Over the past 3½ years, more than 200 individuals engaged in corruption have been imprisoned. He warned: “Corrupt individuals should be ready for jail.”

He also emphasized the importance of preserving Uttarakhand’s cultural heritage and demographic character. The government has enacted strict anti-conversion and anti-riot laws, taken firm action against encroachers, introduced a Uniform Civil Code, and implemented a stringent anti-cheating law—resulting in more than 23,000 youth winning government jobs without malpractices.

Vision for Haridwar & Beyond

CM Dhami said that under his administration, Haridwar is being primed to become a modern holy city akin to the Kashi-Vishwanath and Ujjain-Mahakal Corridors. Projects include:

• Haridwar‑Rishikesh Corridor
• Construction of a heliport
• Pod taxi system to decongest traffic
• Cable car from Har Ki Pauri to Maa Chandi and Maa Mansa Devi temples
• Bridge over rain-swollen Lal Dhang River plus rope bridge

He vowed that the upcoming 2027 Kumbh period and Kanwar yatra will be “grand, divine, safe, and historic.” His government is committed to retaining Uttarakhand’s cultural uniqueness while progressing forward.

A Unified Path Forward

He reaffirmed that Uttarakhand is moving ahead with clear policies and vision—“development is priority, honesty is identity, and service is our pledge.” With “no-alternative resolution,” his mission to make Uttarakhand a top-tier state remains resolute, and he is confident that with everyone’s support, it will be realized.

The event was attended by Rajya Sabha MP and BJP State President Mahendra Bhatt, MP Kalpana Saini, Doctors Naresh Bansal, MLAs Madan Kaushik, Adesh Chauhan, former CM Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nisank, and officials and dignitaries across various departments.

— Department of Information & Public Relations