Garhwal Post Bureau
DEHRADUN, 6 Sep: Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, during a high-level meeting held at the Chief Minister’s residence here on Saturday, issued firm directives to eliminate the menace of counterfeit medicines in Uttarakhand. The CM asserted that tampering with public health would not be tolerated under any circumstances and instructed the District Magistrates, the police authorities, and the Health department to jointly conduct an intensive campaign to completely eradicate the manufacture and sale of fake drugs across the state.
Dhami emphasised that the strictest possible action must be taken against those involved in the illicit trade, and their entire network should be dismantled without delay. He reiterated that the government’s foremost priority is to address the concerns of families affected by the Dharali disaster. He also directed that comprehensive arrangements be made for their rehabilitation, relief, and sustainable livelihood. The committee constituted under the chairmanship of the Revenue Secretary has been asked to submit its report at the earliest. Based on the findings of this report, extensive rehabilitation and relief measures will be extended to other disaster-affected regions of the state as well.
In a bid to promote self-reliance, the CM also called for a large-scale campaign to encourage the use of indigenous goods throughout Uttarakhand. He stated that this initiative would serve as a significant step towards building a self-reliant India. The State ministers, administrative officers, and government employees were urged to actively promote indigenous products. He instructed that preference be given to locally produced goods and equipment in the government procurements as well. Furthermore, maximum utilisation of local products must be ensured in official programmes and events. The recent revisions in the GST slab are expected to provide additional impetus to the growth of indigenous industries.
Addressing the need for skill development among youth, Dhami directed that proper training be arranged for Agniveers from the state. Special training programmes are to be organised periodically at the Police Training Centre to equip them with the necessary skills and discipline.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment to its vision document, the CM claimed that all the promises made to the people of Uttarakhand are being pursued with full sincerity. He urged the officials to expedite the implementation of resolutions taken in the public interest and to work with unwavering determination, keeping in mind the sentiments and aspirations of the citizens.
Among those who were present in the meeting were Principal Secretary RK Sudhanshu, Secretary Shailesh Bagoli, Additional Director General of Police (ADG) AP Anshuman, Secretary and Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey, Special Secretary Parag Madhukar Dhakate, and Additional Secretary Banshidhar Tiwari.
