Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved financial sanctions of around ₹31 crore for various development and construction projects across the state. The approved works include road and bridge construction, interlocking tile work and a multi-level parking facility. The government has also approved an increase in dearness allowance for pensioners of public bodies receiving pensions under the Sixth Central Pay Commission.
Major Development Projects Approved
One of the biggest approvals is ₹15.30 crore for the Chandak-Bans-Aanwala Ghat-Gangolihat road and the construction of a steel girder bridge over the Ramganga River in Gangolihat, Pithoragarh.
In Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar, ₹3.05 crore has been sanctioned for interlocking tile work on the route from Melaghat through Baghgha Colony to Mayur Vihar. The project is expected to improve road conditions and local connectivity.
₹3.16 Crore Approved for Bridge in Rishikesh
The Chief Minister has also approved ₹3.16 crore for the construction of a 30-metre-span bridge over Bangla Nala in Ward No. 3 of Bhuttowala Gram Sabha in Rishikesh. The new bridge is expected to provide better connectivity for local residents.
Multi-Level Parking Facility in Champawat
For the construction of a multi-level parking facility at Dechmar in Champawat, the government has sanctioned ₹9.80 crore. Uttarakhand Peyjal Nigam has been designated as the executing agency for the project.
SDRF Personnel to Receive Awards
The government has also approved ₹5 lakh for awards to 108 SDRF personnel for their contribution to the successful conduct of the Kumbh Mela 2025. The recognition is aimed at acknowledging the efforts of SDRF personnel during the major religious event.
Public Body Pensioners to Get Higher Dearness Allowance
In another decision, CM Dhami has approved an increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for civil and family pensioners of public bodies who are receiving pensions under the Sixth Central Pay Commission.
Under the approved decision, pensioners will receive 252% DA from January 1, 2025, which will increase to 257% from July 1, 2025. The rate will further rise to 262% per month from January 1, 2026.
The decisions are expected to provide financial relief to eligible pensioners while also giving a push to infrastructure and development works in different parts of Uttarakhand.