CM unveils development projects worth Rs 112 crores in Nainital
Garhwal Post Bureau
Nainital, 12 Dec: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami today toured Nainital District and unveiled development projects worth Rs 112 crores. Arriving at Himgiri Stadium, Letibunga, in Dhari Block, Dhami inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 17 development projects in Nainital district, collectively worth Rs 112.34 crores. Addressing the gathering on this occasion, the CM said the government is consistently working to curb migration from the hills and strengthen the local economy. He noted that products prepared by the state’s women (Matrushakti) are gaining a distinct global identity and added that a 44 per cent rise has been recorded in reverse migration, with people now returning to their homes.
The CM inaugurated eight development projects worth Rs 70.73 crores today. These include metalling of Bhawali Bypass Part‑1 from Sanatorium to Almora Road at a cost of Rs 4.53 crores, improvement and widening of Bhawali Bypass Part‑2 from Bhawali‑Sanatorium to Nainiband costing Rs 11.62 crores, and improvement of the Bhimtal Bypass Motor Road at a cost of Rs 7.95 crores. He also inaugurated the improvement and construction of the Bhimtal‑Khutani‑Chanfi‑Parampuri‑Dhanachuli Pancheshwar Motor Road costing Rs 16.62 crores, the construction of a 50‑bed Critical Care Unit worth Rs 19.48 crores, and a library and multi‑purpose hall at Lal Bahadur Shastri College, Haldwani, costing Rs 8.43 crore. Additionally, Rs 1.46 crores was sanctioned for a cowshed (gaushala) for stray cattle in Gram Puchhadi, while Rs 61.38 lakhs was allocated for a library room, computer room, and science laboratory at Government High Secondary School, Jadapani Bhimtal.
In addition, Dhami also laid the foundation stone for nine development projects costing Rs 41.60 crores. These included Rs 5.35 crores for an examination hall at Government College, Lalkuan, Rs 97.72 lakhs for a boundary wall at Lal Bahadur Shastri College, and Rs 1.5 crores for a tensile shed and pool covering work at the swimming pool at Indira Gandhi International Stadium, Gaulapar. Foundation stones were also laid for building construction at Government High Secondary School, Jhadgaon, costing Rs 46.54 lakhs, an auditorium hall in Okhalakanda costing Rs 75 lakhs, and Type‑4 residential quarters in Ramnagar costing Rs 45 lakh. Further, Rs 9.81 crores was sanctioned for the construction of the motor road from Dunikhal to Ratighat in Betalghat, and Rs 8.19 crores for the reconstruction of the Pangot‑Daichori road, along with flood protection works for the security of Indira Gandhi International Stadium, Gaulapar.
Following the events, he addressed a public meeting where he launched a sharp attack on the Congress party. He stated that these schemes are aimed at the comprehensive development of Bhimtal. Announcing that Rs 9.5 crore have been sanctioned for the construction of the road from Bhimtal to Devidhura, he added that the projects include works related to roads, education, medical facilities, sports, and also the inauguration of a cowshed. He emphasised that all these schemes will play a crucial role in strengthening the basic infrastructure of the region.
Dhami reiterated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, Uttarakhand is setting new benchmarks of development and prosperity, with infrastructure and essential facilities being extended even to the remotest villages. He said his government is working towards making Uttarakhand the spiritual capital of the world. He highlighted that the ancient temples of Manaskhand are being revived on the lines of the Char Dham pilgrimage. He further announced that mini-stadiums will be constructed in various parts of Bhimtal, while the pending parking project will be completed. A new Roadways Bus Station and a fire station will also be established.
The CM stressed that the government is committed to curbing migration from the hills and empowering the local economy. He pointed out that products prepared by the state’s women are gaining recognition globally. He noted a 44 per cent increase in reverse migration, with people returning to their homes, reflecting growing confidence in the state’s development initiatives.
