Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami announces 13 key initiatives

On the 26th anniversary of Uttarakhand statehood, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami made 13 major announcements during a ceremony in Bhararisain, Chamoli. Key measures include an increase in honorariums for Anganwadi workers, Asha workers, Bhojan Matas, and guest teachers, effective from December 1, 2026.

To address the concerns of statehood activists, a cabinet committee will be formed to recommend solutions regarding pension issues and certification processes. The Chief Minister also announced the establishment of a Youth Commission and the creation of two modern digital libraries in every municipal area outside district headquarters.

Other initiatives include financial incentives for Lakhpati Didis to expand businesses, additional medical assistance for those injured in wildlife attacks, and simplified land purchase processes for interested migrants. Infrastructure developments such as the Char Dham road project, the Delhi-Dehradun expressway, and the Rishikesh-Karnaprayag rail project remain central to the state's connectivity goals.