By The projects are spread across several districts, with Dehradun’s Mussoorie Assembly constituency receiving the largest allocation. The approvals are aimed at improving basic infrastructure in urban and rural areas while also supporting facilities at religious and community sites.
Mussoorie Constituency Gets Largest Share
Projects worth ₹8.96 crore have been approved for the Mussoorie Assembly constituency in Dehradun district. The allocation will cover internal roads, drainage systems and protective construction works in several localities.
The areas included in the approved projects are Miththi Behri in Arkedia, Canal Road Jakhan, Malsi, Nageshwar, Sanjay Vihar, Tapkeshwar, Rojpur Road, Doon Vihar, Dobalwala, Ghorankhas, Kishan Nagar and Vijay Colony.
Road and Religious Site Projects Across Districts
Pithoragarh has received approval for four projects worth approximately ₹3.44 crore. These include cement concrete roads in Lima Toda and Upar Tola, development of the Nauling fairground at Ghatghor Gadi, and road, culvert and protective works in Kholimali Kanyuri.
In Almora district, ₹45.63 lakh has been sanctioned for anti-wild-boar fencing in Takula, while ₹97.08 lakh has been approved for beautification work at Siddheshwar Temple near Danya.
The approved works in Champawat include the beautification of Bhaleshwar Temple and two fairgrounds, as well as development of the historic Dudhadhari Bhagwati fairground in Thanta.
Another ₹67.87 lakh has been sanctioned for beautification of the Chowki Mahadev Shiv Temple in Tehri Garhwal.
Hand Pumps and Street Lighting Also Included
The approvals also cover improvements to basic public utilities. In Haridwar district, ₹2.22 crore has been allocated for installing 100 hand pumps in rural areas of the Jhabrera and Laksar constituencies.
In Pauri Garhwal, ₹3.44 crore has been approved for street-light infrastructure in Kotdwar. The work will include installing electric poles, constructing power lines and shifting existing electrical lines where required.
Dhami Emphasises Quality and Timely Completion
Chief Minister Dhami said improving basic facilities across all regions of Uttarakhand remains a priority for the state government. He stressed that development projects should reach people living in remote areas and deliver practical benefits to local communities.
He also directed that construction quality should be maintained and the approved works completed within the stipulated time.
