Haridwar (Uttarakhand) [India]: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami participated in the Jan Milan program held at Gautam Farm Nagla Imarti in Haridwar, emphasizing the government’s commitment to the all-round development of rural areas.
During the event, the Chief Minister interacted with local residents, listened to their grievances, and reiterated the state government’s focus on ensuring the overall growth and prosperity of rural communities.
Key Announcements and Initiatives
- Road Naming Tribute:
CM Dhami announced the renaming of the Landhaura-Laksar road in honor of Raja Narendra Singh, commemorating his contributions to the region. - Rural Development Initiatives:
- Highlighting the government’s efforts, CM Dhami said, “The Ganga of development will flow in rural areas, leaving no stone unturned.”
- Over 30 new policies have been implemented to boost self-employment and attract investment, generating increased employment opportunities in the state.
- Lakhpati Didi Yojana:
- The program has empowered 1 lakh women (didis) across the state, turning them into lakhpatis, with a goal of reaching 1.25 lakh beneficiaries soon.
- Agricultural Support:
- Farmers are being provided with interest-free loans of up to ₹3 lakh.
- An 80% subsidy is available under the Farm Machinery Bank scheme to support modern farming practices.
- Anti-Copying Law:
- The introduction of a strict anti-copying law has curbed exam malpractices, resulting in over 100 arrests of individuals involved in copying mafias.
- Dhami emphasized the transparency and fairness of 19,000 recent recruitments in the state.
Welfare and Social Inclusion
CM Dhami lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership in constructing Panchdeeps at significant sites related to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s life. He stressed the state government’s efforts to uplift the SC, ST, and marginalized communities, including:
- Enhanced budget allocations for their welfare.
- Introduction of schemes to integrate these communities into the mainstream of development.
Tribute to Dr. Manmohan Singh
The Chief Minister expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh, observing a minute of silence in his honor. He described the loss as “an irreparable one for the nation.”
Vision for Uttarakhand
CM Dhami reaffirmed his government’s mission to make Uttarakhand a leading state in the country. He stated, “Our goal is to ensure the benefits of development reach the last person in society, improving the standard of living for the common man.”
With a focus on rural progress, self-reliance, and social welfare, the Chief Minister pledged to continue efforts toward holistic development, fostering a brighter future for Uttarakhand.