Uttarakhand

• 19 Aug 2024

Uttarakhand CM Launches Rs. 30 Cr Schemes

Why in News?

Uttarakhand Chief Minister (CM) Pushkar Singh Dhami inaugurated 26 projects worth more than Rs 30 crore ahead of Raksha Bandhan.

Key Points: 

• Focus on Women's Empowerment: The schemes are part of the government's efforts to empower women, especially in areas such as economic upliftment and safety.
• Infrastructure and Welfare Projects: The launched projects include a mix of infrastructure development and welfare programs aimed at improving the state's overall development.
• Flood Protection Measures: As part of the schemes, CM announced efforts to protect areas affected by flooding, focusing on disaster preparedness and recovery.
• Recognizing Local Women: The Chief Minister also honored the women doing better work in the district and appreciated the handmade rakhis and other manufactured products made from Pirul, Aipan, Yarn and other local products by the women of the self-help group of the district.
• New Names for Public Infrastructure: The announcement includes the naming of the under-construction stadium in Champawat after the late Kailash Gahtori. 
  • Additionally, the Kharkodi road of Gram Panchayat Dudhauli will be named in honor of martyred commando Naveen Singh Bisht of the Indian Army.